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Malcolm Bayne

Passed 01/14/2022

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Obituary For Malcolm Bayne

Cancer is brutal, cruel and relentless, and on Friday, January 14, 2022, at 2 am, after a hard- fought battle, cancer won and took Malcolm Bayne from us.

What it couldn’t take was a legacy of memories. Malcolm lived a long life and will be remembered by all who knew him as kind, caring and generous. While often quiet, he had a great sense of humour and wit.

He began his career with Cable and Wireless, then moved to Canada and worked for Canadian Overseas Telecommunications Corporation, later Teleglobe Canada, where he made many lifelong friends. After an early retirement, he kept busy by working in real estate, and in Quality Control for H&R Block. He then became a volunteer with the Community Income Tax program, the Halifax Military Family Resource Centre, and the Tartan Team at the Stanfield International Airport.

Malcolm was a member of the British Automobile Touring Association of Nova Scotia and enjoyed going on road trips in his 1976 MGB. He loved family, friends and dogs, especially his grand-dog Pipp. He spoke numerous languages and welcomed opportunities to speak to people, especially in Portuguese.

Born on May 22, 1934, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Malcolm lived in Ireland, the United Kingdom, Portugal, Malta, Peru, Nigeria and Montreal before moving to St. John’s, Newfoundland, where he met and married Mary (Patricia) Bayne (nee Bartlett). The family later lived in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, and in 1979, moved to Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, where they have resided since then. Malcolm is survived by his wife Patricia, daughter Tara Lynn, sister-in-law Jean Bayne, nieces Emily Bayne and Rebecca Bayne, and great nephews Jack and Sam. He was predeceased by his daughter Dana Rose, father James Court Bayne, mother Marjorie Huntley Bayne, brother Jim, and nephew Kieran.

Upon Malcolm’s request, his body has been donated to the Dalhousie University’s Human Body Donation Program where it will be used to assist medical students in the study of anatomy and medical research. Malcolm did not want a funeral, but once gathering limits ease, we will plan a memorial celebration. Please email tarabayne@gmail.com to be notified of the memorial celebration.

A special thank-you to Dr. Robert Oliver and his staff for their kindness to Malcolm and Patricia.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a financial donation to the Dalhousie Human Body Donation program, or to the Dartmouth General Hospital Foundation. (To donate to the Dalhousie Human Body Donation Program, please contact Jessica at 902-494-6850

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  • 03/25/2024

    François Duveau

    My belated condolences to family and friends of Malcolm whose memory I cherish still. As a young technician in Montreal in the late 60's onwards Malcolm was in many ways a mentor to me and always very kind. Fond souvenirs from François Duveau

  • 03/04/2022

    Ethel King

    Sorry to hear of Malcolm's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pat and Tara Lynn. We will surely miss his visits to Brigus NL Ethel and Tom King Tina and Edward Mejia

  • 03/02/2022

    Gerry Campbell

    To Pat and family. With fond memories of Malcolm. Gerry and Jean Campbell

  • 03/01/2022

    Dave Stewart

    To : Pat and Terralyn I am very sorry to hear about Malcolm's passing. My mind goes back to our days on Randolph ave. in Corner Brook. may God bless both of you. Dave Stewart

  • 03/01/2022

    Emily Bayne

    We have lost a wonderful uncle and brother in-law: his visits to England gave us many happy memories. He was always very kind and supportive. We will miss him dearly. Jean, Emily and Rebecca xxx

  • 02/28/2022

    Kelly Corbett

    A wonderful tribute to a fine gentleman. I was saddened to hear of Malcolm's passing. I will remember Malcolm as a true gentleman with a sharp intellect and a keen interest in everything life offered. I enjoyed our chats at the airport and we found that we shared a love of languages. In his role as a Tartan Team volunteer, he often used these language skills to assist travellers, but mostly he went above and beyond with kindness to ensure they had the best airport experience possible. Pat and Tara Lynn, I am so sorry for your loss and extend to you my sincere condolences. As you grieve, I hope you find comfort in the many cherished memories of your beloved husband and father. In sympathy, Kelly Corbett

  • 02/28/2022

    Tom Burfitt

    So sorry to hear of Malcolm's passing. I worked with him at Teleglobe. He taught me a great deal about transmission technology back then. I remember him fondly.

  • 02/28/2022

    Gail Ellsworth

    Malcolm was a wonderful person very chatty and always interested in what one brings to our world A great volunteer Rest In Peace

  • 02/27/2022

    Helen Wheadon

    I am so deeply sorry Pat to hear of Malcolm' s passing....I remember him so well working at H and R block and as one of his volunteer's for CRA....Helen Wheadon

  • 02/26/2022

    Dr. John Miller

    It was a pleasure to have Malcolm as a patient for so many years. A true gentleman. My deepest condolences. Dr. John Miller

  • 02/26/2022

    Bern Pelley

    I'm so sorry to learn that Malcolm has passed. Sincere condolences to Pat and all of Malcolm's family. I always enjoyed the many chats and sharing in his views and great humour. May your great memories. serve to console. Rest in peace old friend.

  • 02/26/2022

    Bob Hamilton

    I am deeply sorry to hear of Malcolm's passing and fondly remember the many trips he and Pat made with us in the British Car club in their MGB. My sincere condolances to Pat and family. Bob Hamilton.

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