Harry Clifford Hillyard, VE1PN, of Halifax\/Dartmouth, passed away at the age of 86 on 23 June 2014 at Melville Heights. Born in Freshwater, NL he was a son of the late William and Diadem (Daisy) Hillyard.
\nHarry lived a full and active life. For over 30 years he worked as a certified general accountant with BDC. In his spare time he enjoyed amateur radio. After retirement Harry took up woodworking. He became very proficient in a short time and made some beautiful furniture. He loved his grandchildren very much and he was happy to be able to spend so much time with them.
\nHe is survived by his son, Karl Hillyard (Sylvana Moro); daughter, Margaret Hillyard; sister-in-law, Doris Taylor; brother-in-law, George Normore; grandchildren, Laura and Evan Hillyard; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn; siblings, Elizabeth, Flora and George.
\nIn lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.<\/p>\n
Tribute submitted by Lee Hatfield Jr,\u00a0K2HAT<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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