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Ervin Mcintyre

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ERVIN "BABE" McINTYRE

July 5, 1938 - July 27, 2021

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Ervin (Babe) McIntyre on July 27, 2021, in the Victoria General Hospital at the age of 83 years.

Ervin’s life began on July 5, 1938, in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia.  He was the third eldest of ten children born to Walter and Mary (Mae) McIntyre.  He was predeceased by his parents, brother Tom McIntyre; sister Cleo Oliver; brother-in-law Leo Oliver; infant brother Wilson; infant sister Kathleen; as well as niece Leona Theriault (Oliver); and nephews Dave and Frank Oliver.   He is survived by his partner and caregiver Louise Nobess; his daughter Tracey Mitchell; and her mother Glenda Claeys; brother Wilson (Sheliah) McIntyre of Glace Bay, NS; sisters Barbara Harrington of Dartmouth, NS, sister Leona McIntyre of Victoria, BC, brother Bill (Debbie) McIntyre of Sydney, NS, sister Betty (Robert) McCarty of Toronto, ON; sister-in-law Sheila McIntyre of Nanaimo, BC as well as many nieces and nephews and extended family members.

Ervin worked his entire life as a painter/paperhanger, learning the trade from his father at a very young age. In his later years he also worked as a long-distance bus driver and school bus driver until his retirement.  He travelled from Nova Scotia to Alberta and picked up residence wherever he felt comfortable at the time.  Most of his life was spent in Winnipeg so that he would be close to his daughter.

Ervin made many friends over his lifetime and could be found with a guitar in hand and singing at house parties, just relaxing by himself in his living room or making up and singing silly songs to Tracey when she was young. He may have stopped playing the guitar a number of years ago, but he always kept singing little ditties and humming wherever he was.  He enjoyed getting up early and meeting his buddies at Tim Hortons for coffee and chit chat every morning.  He had a great sense of humor and was quite the storyteller.  Ervin will be missed by many.  

In keeping with Ervin’s final wishes cremation has taken place, no funeral or memorial service will he held. His ashes will be scattered in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Nova Scotia, with the assistance of his brother Bill.   Ervin’s family kindly requests that his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by watching the photo-biography above. Please, also consider sharing your own photos and/or sharing your own memories and stories using the comment section on this page.

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Paul Keigan Naples Florida.

January 4, 2023 at 9:42 AM

Very sorry to read about Babe's passing. I met him in 1961 when I was home on leave from the American Army., I just saw that he passed when I read about his brother Wilson passing. We became good friends in the 60's but I lost contact with him over the years because I lived in Boston for the rest of my life.. We did hook up one time when he came to visit me in Boston around 1992. I lost contact with him after that. It was 30 years between visit with him but we picked up right where we left off ,Babe was an easy fellow to like, he had a personality that  made everyone smile, he made himself right at home in any situation. , My deepest sympathy to Louise and Tracy.

Beverly MacDonald

July 31, 2021 at 6:43 PM

So sorry to hear of Babe 's passing. My vcondolences to you all with hugs and prayers. I hadn't see him in many years but remember him well and with a great liking. He looked so much like Mae and was always warm and friendly to me. Cousin Bev MacDonald.

Mary Slade

July 31, 2021 at 6:32 PM

So sad to hear this news!!! I met him the last time he was here with you and Wilsie!!! My sincerest Condolences to his entire Family!!

Bobby McLean

July 31, 2021 at 5:20 PM

Sincere condolences to Billy, Willsie and family. I have great memories of Babe in McKay's Corner.  Especially his friendly personality. He was always just a good guy and I am very sorry to hear of his passing. Sing a song in Heaven Babe!❤
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