McCurdy, William “Bill” Henry – The family of William “Bill” Henry McCurdy is greatly saddened to announce that he passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026 in Wynn Park Villa in Truro at the age of 102, surrounded by his family. Born in Middle Musquodoboit, Bill was a son of Robert S. and Jamesina (Moore) McCurdy.
Bill was a proud Veteran, having served overseas with the 4th Canadian Armoured Division, Royal Canadian Signals, during WWII. Following the war, he became well known as a skilled mechanic, working in Middle Musquodoboit, Truro, and then with the School Board in Brookfield.
On retirement he became an avid golfer and played his last game at age 100. He loved music and took up square dancing after the death of his first wife, Hilda in 1983. There he met Muriel, and they were married in 1988. They enjoyed fiddle music, loved the Last Chance Band, and attended dances until Muriel was well into her 90s. Bill danced at his 100th birthday celebration in 2023.
At various times over the years Bill was quite involved in his community. He was an Elder of the Middleton United Church, was at one time a member of the IOOF, the Royal Canadian Legion, and the Middle Musquodoboit Volunteer Fire Department. When he lived in Meaghers Grant with Muriel, he assisted her with Recreation Committee work, and transferred his United Church membership to there.
For many years Bill attended Remembrance Day Services at the Cenotaph in Middle Musquodoboit, and placed a wreath honouring those fallen in WWII. He placed a wreath for a final time on November 11, 2025. His presence and participation in that Service will certainly be missed.
Bill is survived by his children, Ervin (Darlene), Brian (Jeannie), Darrell (Krista), Valerie Fraser (Philip Higgins), Blaine (Debbie), and Cheryl Sutherland (John); step-children Ronald (Wanda), Marina; step daughter-in-law, Gerry; grandchildren, Wayne (Miranda), Paula (Randy), Janice, Julie (Brian), Daralyn (Aaron), Andrea (Anthony), Stephen (Franziska), Tony (Wanda), Michelle (Paul), Jeremy (Jessica), Amanda (Darcy), and Alex; great-grandchildren, Brett (Danielle), Colby (Maddie), Brianna (Ryan), Jessica (Connor), Jayden, Jasper, Devin, Natalie, Brendan, Jillian, Matthew, Christopher, Antonia, Henry, Abigail, Malcolm, Rue; great-great granddaughters, Jailynn and Skylar; step-grandchildren, John, Heather, Philip, Jeffrey, Janice, David, and Kristopher; as well as several step-great-grandchildren.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, Robert S. and Jamesina; his first wife, Hilda (Myers); his second wife Muriel (Myers) Dickie; half-siblings, Greta, Ada, and Everett; sister, Clara; brother, Samuel; step-children, Leonard and Marian; and great-grandson, Elliott.
Dad spent several months at Camp Hill, where he received excellent care, but transferred to Wynn Park Villa in Truro to be closer to the majority of his family. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the nurses and staff of Wynn Park Villa for the wonderful care, love, kindness and compassion shown to Bill and to our family. It will never be forgotten.
The family would also like to thank Veterans Affairs Canada and their staff for the numerous times they helped Dad, and provided necessary aids and equipment as he aged and his mobility decreased.
Funeral Service will be Wednesday April 8 at 1:30 p.m. in Middleton United Church in Middle Musquodoboit, under the direction of Reverend Allan Lynk. Following the funeral there will be a Reception in Meaghers Grant Recreation Centre. All are welcome to attend.
In honouring Bill's wishes, cremation has taken place. By request, family flowers only. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
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