Obituary of Milton McNeil

Sgt. Milton McNeil 1953-2020 Glace Bay, formerly of Reserve Mines. In the company of family and friends, Milton left this life on February 26, 2020 at Glace Bay Healthcare Complex, Glace Bay. His slight stature was balanced by his weighty personality which made an impact on all who knew him. Milton was the son of the late Angus and Kathleen 'Kaye' (McIvor) McNeil. Milton spent his career in the Canadian Forces, served in various areas in Canada and overseas, Syria. He retired to his ‘favourite place’ Cape Breton. Milton enjoyed travelling, driving his cars, card games with the guys and the ‘odd’ beer. Sadly, his retirement was interrupted by Huntington’s, a battle he bravely fought. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 3. Milton is survived by his son, Christopher (Rebecca Thornton) McNeil, Australia; Katie, Kelly and their children; brothers, Angus, Bruce (Kelly) and Bradley(Paula); sisters, Glenda Fournier, Karen Howarth, Chris (Larry) Boutilier and Priscilla (Mike) MacDonald, sister-in-law, Shelly; granddaughter, Alexandria Wood; several nieces and nephews, as well as several good friends and his lifelong friend Jerry (Shamus)McNeil. Besides his parents, Milton was predeceased by his brother Wendell; brothers-in-law, Rodney Howarth and Mike Fournier. A Celebration of Life with a reception will take place Sunday, March 1, 2020 from 1-4 p.m. at T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Cremation Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS (902-849-4199). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Huntington Society of Canada or charity of choice. Thank you to Dr. Claire Mac Neil, Dr. David Ley, the staff of ER and 3E Glace Bay Healthcare Complex, Dr. Trevor Guy and Dr. Rod Wilson (MAID) for their compassion and support. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com I Am Free Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life's been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.