Johnson, Gary Alan – It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Gary Alan Johnson, of Bible Hill, at age 69, on Sunday October 5th, 2025, in the Palliative Care Unit of Colchester East Hants Health Centre, after a brief battle with cancer.
From an early age, Gary had a love for music, often singing and playing guitar with his family and friends. He was also a long-time player in the Truro and District Mixed Slo-Pitch League, where he built lasting friendships and shared many good times. He shared his love of the beach and its many wonders with his children, often spending hours walking along the shore during low tide and exploring tide pools together.
Gary was a talented and dedicated carpenter throughout his life. He worked for many years with Kent Homes in Debert until the facility closed, and continued his career with the company by travelling across Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to assemble modular homes. He was committed to his work, often spending weeks away from home to ensure families received their new homes on time. His skill and dedication also took him abroad, where he assembled modular schools in Bermuda.
Gary is survived by his daughter, Melissa Johnson, Salmon River; his son, Alan Johnson (Chantal), Hilden; their mother, Colleen Johnson; and his son, Bradley Boomer (Stephanie), Fredericton, NB; grandchildren, Andrew, Brianna, Liam and Alan. He is also survived by his brothers, Michael Johnson (Lynda), Onslow; and Wayne Johnson (Noella), Kenora, Ontario; and many nieces and nephews. Gary also leaves behind his best friend and feline companion, Henry.
Gary was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Dorothy Johnson, of Bible Hill.
In keeping with Gary’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff and doctors of the CEHHC Palliative Care Unit and to the compassionate caregivers at Earth Angels for their kind and attentive care.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Arimathea Funeral Cooperative.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hilden Volunteer Fire Brigade, 1414 Highway 2, Hilden, NS B0N 1C0 or Vimy Court Resident Council, c/o Vimy Court, 130 Vimy Road, Bible Hill, Nova Scotia B2N 4J6.
Rest easy, Dad.
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