Lawny Babin, Sr.

Lawny Babin, 84, husband of Vi Babin and father of Lawney Jr (Sue) and late Nancy (Guy Chamberlain) of Bathurst, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, September 13, 2013 with his wife at his side.

Born in Bathurst, he was raised by his grandmother, Helen Lavigne, whom he loved dearly. Lawny was the proud grandfather of Jamin (Jeff) Wilson, Sally (Phil) Duguay, Jillian (John White) Babin, and Shayne Babin, and great-grandfather of Jasmine Duguay.

Lawny worked as a papermaker at the former Consolidated Bathurst Pulp & Paper Mill (subsequently Smurfit-Stone) from which he retired, after 38 years of service, in 1988. He was also a proud member of the Quarter Century Club, CEP Local 120.

Married to Vi for 65 happy years, they raised two wonderful children, Nancy and Lawney Jr. They established their home in  South Bathurst, a community he was proud to be a part of and were the first couple married in South Bathurst’s Saint Theresa Roman Catholic Church. Lawny was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle to his family.  He loved to spend time with his loved ones, playing cards, preparing and "eating" many meals which were enjoyed by all with much laughter and story-telling. He and Vi (Pet) especially enjoyed their morning coffee and breakfasts with many of the family in attendance.  He lived for his family and never dreamed he would see the arrival of his first great-grandchild, Jasmine.  He was so proud of his grandchildren, always giving wise advice and support to each.

He was an avid car and motorbike enthusiast, and while dating the love of his life, Vi, they enjoyed many long rides on his Harley Davidson. In their early years, they thoroughly enjoyed taking the children, then grandchildren along with them tenting and trailering all over Eastern Canada. It would be no surprise to find Lawny and Vi travelling across North America in their Blue Ford F150 on another adventure. Also, Lawny and Vi were active and proud members of the Senior’s Mixed Bowling League, playing on The "C" Team. Boating and waterskiing (which he was very good at) were special favourites of his. He also loved watching the Toronto Blue Jays and the Montreal Canadians (when they were winning). Lawny was an accomplished cook and passed this talent on to his children and grandchildren. He was also very meticulous when it came to his home and enjoyed helping other family members with their properties as well. All of the above was accomplished in his well known methodical "slow but steady pace".

He will be missed but always remembered with love and admiration by the family he and Vi created and nurtured.

There will be no visitation at the funeral home.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday September 17, 2013 at 2 p.m. from Sacred Heart Cathedral, St-Andrew Street, Bathurst.

Arrangements are in the care of Elhatton Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com) Bathurst.