Obituaries

So sorry to hear that Harry passed away. My sympathy goes out to Linda and family.

My condolences to the family of Harry Philpit. I too am ex RCEME and served with Harry in Halifax as a reservist. And I can certainly vouch for his good humour and positive attitude. He was a good soldier. Our careers had similar paths with similar postings. His nephew was a great friend of mine growing up in west Chezzetcook. Arte' et Marte'

Linda and family our condolences to you Harry was a great soldier and it was an honour to have served with him in the Black Watch. May he Rest In Peace.

I knew Harry from my Black Watch days and remember him as being fun to be around... my memory of him was him laughing. To his family I know these are hard days for you and I pray that you remember all the good memories Harry left you with! I know he will be forever in your hearts!

Condolences to Linda and the Philpitt Family. Harry was a great supporter of St, Phillip Neri Church.....everyone knew Harry and his quick wit. He will be missed.

💙😢🫶💔🙏💛🌻 With a very delicate, grieving & raw mind and heart, tears pouring down my face, I remember only the happiest of moments with my incredibly special & dear Uncle Harry. As all can attest, there was not a day that went by when he didn't made it his effortless mission to bring a smile to everyone's face. To make them laugh at themselves & life in general, even when things were down. On May 8th this year, I had a strong intuition that I needed to reach out to him. Not long before, I had seen a sign on a store here in London, UK, which read 'Barnardo's Corner' and immediately it brought back memories of how he coined the very 'endearing' & comical nickname, amongst all the other nicknames I have, of Barnardo 🙂 I sent him a note on messenger with the photo and asked him how things were. His reply to start was 'seems I have heard of this place! XOX' then.... 'do you have a month for me to tell about growing old gracefully, LOL?!' He shared a bit about how he was still fixing cars & that 20 yrs ago he said it was time to quit ... and how they were still talking about selling the house after equally as many years, hahah ! He asked if I'd get back out that way any time soon as it 'would be nice to get out for a night on the town' (oh how I would give almost anything to have been able to do so) and that if they sold the house they'd 'only need a place for a few years as time is running out LOL' (joking as Uncle Harry always did)......such poignant & painful words now....but somehow months ago I had felt that I should connect with him....so glad I did as always he made me smile...and little did I know 🙁 Uncle Harry was almost like a second dad to me whenever I had the privelege to be around him & the family.....between military postings & short trips to Nova Scotia. His huge heart, his deep love & unwavering dedication to family, friends, and animals, as well as clear passion for his work and helping others was unprecedented. His last message to me was a link to this very quirky east coast tale, very classic Harry...https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=j3ZHlOPTdLw&si=fynpvSzBgvCaVcSq -- something that typically wouldn't elicit such emotion.... but today it has me completely heart broken. Uncle Harry - thank you for everything you did, for all the love you gave, for all the laughs, for all the best nonsense!😅💕😌 I wish I could be there to pay my respects and honour you, as you deserve. The best I can do is keep the happy memories close & tell you how much I love you...and how much you will always be so greatly missed! Bonnie aka Barnardo. XoX 💔🫶💙😢😿

Harry & Linda visited over the holidays. Harry entered with a big smile and a joke even before he sat down. He was funny. I enjoyed their company so much. Linda & I would be having a conversation and Harry would interrupt to say Margaret did you hear the one about and he told the joke. Those were great times I will always cherish. Love you Harry 💙

Our condoléances from former neighbours in Shelburne Jean and Luce Charlebois

Harry, always the jokester! When Linda and I were finished our phonecall, a lot of times he'd say, Linda just a minute and take the phone to tell me a joke. He loved family and was always welcoming when we went there, especially at Christmas. He will be missed by many. He's in good company.

I am in shock at the news of Harry's passing. We went through Basic training together in 64. Upon completion we were sent to A Coy 1st Battalion Black Watch. Harry always loved a funny joke or story so I don't think he would mind me telling one. One morning Harry arrived back at the barracks rather under the weather to say just before inspection. We gave him the usual cold shower, dressed him and stood him at attention beside his bed. Needless to say a Lance Corporal charged him with being drunk on duty and the Lance Corporal assigned me as a witness. Later we went on Orders Parade to determine Harry's punishment expect to be at the least 14 days Confined to Barracks which in those days was very harsh. The CO, I. Fraser asked me if Harry was capable of doing his duties that drunken day. One must be able to understand the military way of life. I answered him in this manner, Yes Sir. I. Fraser's remark was Case Dismissed. Many years later we told Fraser what we had done. He responded I know, that's what I wanted to see was Comrades sticking together. I shall miss Harry. Gone to soon. RIP Harry. Stand Easy Our condolences to his family, friends and comrades.

Harry, whenever I think of you, I picture you with a smile on your face and a joke on your lips. You had me in stitches every time I saw you. You are deeply loved by your family and close friends and will be greatly missed by everyone whoever had the pleasure of knowing you, Godspeed my friend. Veronica

To Harry's family and friends; So very sorry for your huge loss! This wonderful man touched so many lives and hearts in his time on earth. Our family feels so blessed to have known Harry and to consider him such a good friend. His humor, quick wit and friendly manner will always be remembered! May you find comfort in your many wonderful memories of this great man in the days ahead. Rest easy Harry and in peace!

I have so many wonderful memories of Harry and Ron telling dumb jokes and laughing harder than anyone while sharing a cold beer. I know you are looking down and smiling and your families and friends. Miss you forever.

You were a true gentleman who along with Linda welcomed me into your family I regarded you both as good friends I will miss your humour abd messages Rest in peace my friend Condolences to Linda and the family May God watch over them in these difficult days

Your eyes so bright, hopeful and kind. Your words encouraging and wise. Grateful to have met your light, shine on in glory my friend. I will carry on stronger having met you. Love to all, Patricia

RIP Harry-also Black Watch traveled those roads Gagetown to Truro 63-65 until married--with the Black Watch we were on top of the world but every-thing come to the end God Bless

RIP brother. You were taken too early and will be surely missed. Watch over your flock and us RCEME RATS as you sit on the right hand of GOD. YOUR EARTHLY MISSION IS COMPLETE, STAND DOWN BROTHER. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

Harry ,This not exactly the way you wanted to leave this old world but your there to make a pathway for the rest of us Old RCEME Rats . Arte' et Marte'

Harry was my sponsor when I was posted to 4 Service Battalion Lahr Germany. He met me when the plane landed with a signed leave pass in his hand and as soon as I changed from uniform to civilian clothes, I was on the train to Amsterdam with a bunch of friends. My sweet friend, I enjoyed all the laughs we shared. I truly loved working with you. RIP Harry, you were one of the good guys.

Dad, I miss you. My heart is broken.