It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Lionel Charles Halfkenny, age 83, of Port Elgin, NB, formerly of Amherst, NS.  Lionel passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre.

Born in Dorchester, NB, he was a son of the late Calvin and Alma (Martin) Halfkenny.

Lionel was a proud decorated veteran of the Korean War.  He was an employee for the Town of Amherst for many years.  Lionel took great pride in his personal gardens around his home, as well as the flower beds he cared for as a town employee.

He will be sadly missed by his step daughters Mary Jo Murray, Baie Verte, NB and Melanie Murray, Comox Valley, BC; grandchildren, Alexis, Teegan, Olin, Casey, Jamieson, Adelaide, Charlie, and Carly; son Perry; daughters Vonnie and Angie; several grandchildren; two brothers, Harold (Princess), Toronto, David (Dorothy), London, ON; sister Theresa Halfkenny, Amherst

He was predeceased by his wife the former Marilyn Trenholm Murray, one daughter, Tammy Silvea, sisters Erma, Florence, Grace and Kay; brothers Claude, and George.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Furlong-Jones Funeral Home, 70 Church St., (902-667-8777) where a Legion Service will be held on Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 2 pm, followed by his funeral service at 3 pm, Rev. Donnie Miller officiating.  Burial will take place in the Fernwood Cemetery.

Those wishing to make a donation in Lionel's memory may do so to the charity of your choice. 

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Lionel's online memorial at www.furlongjones.ca or through the Funeral Home Facebook Page.