Obituary of Richard Shorey

Shorey, Richard Ira Maurice "Rick", 56,of Granville Ferry passed away Feb. 14, 2011 in the VRH, Kentville surrounded by his loving family. Born in Annapolis Royal he was a son of the Late Joseph and Mimi (Mills) Shorey. He is survived by his wife of 33 years Marilyn (Woodbury); daughter Jill (Alan) Marshall of Barrie, ON; son Jeff of Granville Ferry; brother Brian (Robyn) of Granville Ferry; sisters: Vicki (Rick) Smith of Upper Clements; Brenda (Terry) Hamilton of Lequille, several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and special shopping buddy "Jamie". He was predeceased by niece Melanie Tooker and "special uncle" Ira. Rick was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for over 25 yrs with DND. Some of Rick's greatest enjoyments in life were playing hockey with the Annapolis Sabres, softball, travelling with family and friends and spending time with niece "Bri". Loving the outdoors Rick enjoyed camping trips at Keji, puttering in the woodpile and his trips to the hunting camp. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of the Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Annapolis Royal. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday from the Granville Ferry United Baptist Church with Rev. Bob Reid officiating. Interment at a later date. A reception will follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Donations may be sent to the Bridgetown Minor Hockey Association or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.kaulbachfamilyfuneralhome.com