Raymond Eugene Langille
August 12, 1919 - August 23, 2007
LANGILLE, Raymond Eugene - 88, Bridgewater, passed away peacefully August 23, 2007, in South Shore Regional Hospital, with his son at his side. Born at his home in Bridgewater on August 12, 1919, he was the son of the late Artemis and Annie (Bolivar) Langille. Ray was a veteran of the Second World War where he served proudly as a member of the RCAF. Upon his return to Bridgewater following his service years he operated a British car dealership near his home on Victoria Road. He was an active and lifelong member of the Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Department carrying on the Langille tradition of service to the community in this manner. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 24. Ray enjoyed hunting and fishing and many "adventures" with his buddy Gus. His summers were always spent at the cottage at Blysteiner Lake which held a very special place in his heart. He is survived by his wife, Pearl; daughter, Debbie, Bridgewater; son, Dennis (Beth), and granddaughter, Leanne, Kentville; stepdaughter, Linda Copeland, Bridgewater; stepsons, Michael (Carol) Copeland and Dr. Richard (Laura) Copeland, Moncton, N.B.; Jim (Louise) Copeland, Wolfville; sister-in-law, Celia Mader, Mahone Bay, and many special nieces, nephews and stepgrandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Corinne; sisters, Beulah Hebb, Lillian Telfer, and brothers, William "Bill" and Harold. Resting at Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where visitation will be held Monday from 7-9 p.m. with a public Legion Tribute Service held at 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday in Bridgewater United Baptist Church, King Street, with Rev. Sarah Duffy officiating. A family interment will be in Brookside Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life in Bridgewater United Baptist Church. Donations may be made in Ray's memory to Bridgewater United Baptist Church, Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be made by visiting: www.sweenysfuneralhome.com
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