Kevin Fraser

A celebration of life for the late Kevin John Percy ‘Joey’ Fraser, 65, Westville, was held July 20 in First Presbyterian Church, Stellarton, with Reverend Charles MacPherson officiating. Mr. Fraser died July 14, 2018, in Westville. Born May 25, 1953, in New Glasgow, he was the son of the late Marshall and Gladys (Higgins) Fraser. From the age of 14, he was raised in Hantsport N.S. He was a graduate of Acadia University. He was employed with Sodexo, where he spent the last 15 years at Saint Francis Xavier University as the general manager of food services. He was a well-respected basketball referee, who officiated every level from minor to international games. He was the consummate people person, known for his quick wit, booming laugh and knee slapping. He enjoyed walking the beach or sitting at the cottage surrounded by friends, family and the dogs. He is survived by his wife, Anne Armstrong; daughter Alexandria ‘Allie’; three sisters, Marsha Brunette, Regina; Cheryl Whytewood, Pictou; Donna Fraser, Halifax; mother-in-law, Tillie Armstrong, Truro; several nieces, nephews and their families. He was predeceased by two brothers-in-law, Whit Whytewood, Robert Brunette; father-in-law David Armstrong. Memorial donations may be made to the Hantsport Food Bank, P.O. Box 728 Hantsport, N.S. B0P 1P0; Nova Scotia Cancer Society 5826 South Street Halifax, N.S. B3H 1S6 or a charity of choice.