Obituary of Emerson Duff

Duff, Emerson – age 80 of Glace Bay, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Mulgrave, he was a son of the late Pierce and Beatrice Duff. Duff enjoyed life; he was a family man and avid outdoorsman. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy and the Canadian Coast Guard. Duff was a very staunch Liberal, and enjoyed his visits to Tim Horton’s. He was an active member of the CBRM Police Commission, and a volunteer in the community. Survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Mary; son, Blaise (Adeline); stepsons, Raymond (Vicky), Jim (Linda), Andrew, and Gary (Jen); daughter, Helen; stepdaughters Andrea (Todd) and Raylene (Denny); brother Louis (Audrey); sister May (Ches); and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister Gertie Bonin. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 from 3:00 – 7:00 pm in T.J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St, Glace Bay, (902) 849-4199. A celebration of Duff’s life will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 11:00 am in the T.J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists Memorial Chapel with Rev. Carol Gillard officiating. Family flowers only. Donations in Duff’s memory may be made to the Glace Bay Food Bank or a charity of choice.