POTTIE, Richard Joseph “Dick”

Age 92 of Berwick, Kings Co. It is with deepest sadness, that we the family of the late Richard “Dick” Pottie, announce his peaceful passing and journey home, on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Valley Hospice, Kentville. Born in Lower L'ardoise, Cape Breton, on June 14, 1931, he was a son of the late George and Catherine (Evong) Pottie. He was predeceased by first wife, the former Rose Antoinette Borgal; siblings, Victor, Andrew, Joseph, Cassy, a brother in infancy; and stepson, Reggie. He is survived by second wife of 41 years, the former Clarice Jean Treby-timmins, Berwick; siblings, Francis, L'adroise; Leroy, Dartmouth; Lauchie (Rose Marie), Rockdale; Cyril, L'ardoise; Cecilia, Sydney; Annie Jane (the late Walter) Martell, Rockdale. He is also survived by daughter, Ann Marie (Rex) Walters, Pinehurst; son, James (Gina) Pottie, Waterville; stepchildren, John (Linda) Timmins, Canning; Kathy (Don) Wright, London, Ont.; Crystal (Gary) Llewellyn, Waterville; 15 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, great great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and special friend, Arthur Salsman. Cremation has taken place and no visitation at the funeral home. A service in celebration of his life will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, March 18, in Berwick & District Lions Hall, 250 Veterans Drive, Berwick. Pastor Christina Bigelow officiating, with a reception following. A family graveside service will be held in Berwick Cemetery, Berwick, Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Berwick & District Lions Club, Valley Hospice Foundation, or charity of choice. Special thanks to Jennifer Russell (granddaughter) for the loving care she gave her grampie, the doctor and staff at Valley Hospice, the VON for their compassionate care over the last several months and to all who helped in Dick's care. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, 1855-825-3448. Online guest book may be signed, and a full obituary viewed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com