Lloyd James Haines

September 4, 1937- September 22, 2025

Age 88

Little Dover, Guysborough Co.

Passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 in Canso Seaside Manor. Born in Little Dover, he was a son of the late Alfred and Kate (David) Haines.

He was a hard worker and was a fisherman until he retired at 79 years old. Lloyd was a kind, gentle soul who kept to himself, who loved to putter around his yard, snare rabbits, hunt, play 45’s and drink his beer. He had a gentle smile that would light up any room. He was so very loved and will be greatly missed.

Lloyd is survived by his son, Tim (Laura); siblings, Duf, Tom, Isabel, Manzer, Tean, Garnet; grandchildren, Andrea (Jeff), Jenna (Marcus), Noah (Taylor), Jacob and Jessie; step-grandchildren, Ryan (Melissa), Paige (Matt), Kelsey (Liv), Brody (Emma), Sydney; great-grandson Hudson; step-grandsons, Dustin and Ennett. Many nieces, nephews, Friends and longtime neighbors.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Irene (O’Leary) Haines; son, Lloyd Jr.; siblings, Malcolm, John, Mandi, Leona, Ronnie, Mag.

Special thanks to his niece, Darlene; also Dr. Millburn and Rhonda for going above and beyond, all his nurses whom he called his “wonderful angels”, to homecare and Seaside Manor for all the love and special care, roommate Harold Pelley for looking out for Lloyd and being his friend.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A graveside service will take place 11 a.m., Saturday, September 27, 2025 in St. Agnes Parish Cemetery, Little Dover, with Father Jonathan Nnajiofor officiating. A reception will follow in St. Agnes Parish Hall, Little Dover. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Arrangements are under the care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com