GEORGE, Raymond Douglas -83, Half Island Cove, Guysborough Co., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, Antigonish with family by his side. Born in Halfway Cove, he was a son of the late Clement and Bertha George. Raymond’s greatest pleasures were spending time with family and friends, playing ball and watching hockey, especially the Habs, but his passion was a good game of cards. Raymond’s kind spirit, witty sense of humour and vibrant smile left footprints in the hearts of those whose lives he touched. He is survived by sisters, Bessie Brown and Marie (Dave) Rhynold, both of Halfway Cove; special friend, Kaye Jamieson, Queensport; and many nieces and nephews, who were the light of his life. He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Billy; adopted brother, Jimmy; niece, Heather; special friends, Roy Penny, Buddy Sweet and Doug Jamieson. The family wish to extend expressions of gratitude to the staff of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home for their exceptional care and compassion during his stay there. Visitation will be from 7-9 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Queensport, from where funeral mass will be held 2 p.m. Monday with Father Dan MacDonald officiating. Burial in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery. A celebration of his life will follow at the Queensport Fire Hall. Donations may be made to the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, St. Vincent de Paul Parish or to Guysborough Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Guysborough. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 Visitation Time 7-9 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday Visitation Location St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Queensport Service Information Service Date Monday, April 28, 2014 Service Time 2 p.m. Service Location St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Queensport Burial Information Burial Location St. Vincent de Paul Parish Cemetery