It is with sadness, the family announces the passing of Wayne Buttimer, husband of the late Mary (Hussey) Buttimer, of Whelton Dr., Bathurst, which occurred suddenly at his residence on Wednesday January 25, 2017 at the age of 81.

Born in Bathurst, he was the son of the late Allie and Olive (Comeau) Buttimer.

He worked as a machinist at Consolidated Bathurst for over 40 years and was a member of the International Association of Machinists.  Wayne had a passion and knowledge of trains and also enjoyed working on his model trains.

He is survived by three daughters: Karen (Stephen) of Beresford, Kimberly (Michel) of Moncton, and Tammy (Bill) of Leamington, ON.

Five grandchildren:  Vanessa, Jennifer, Katherine, Ian and Erin.

One brother,  Donald (Pauline) of Bathurst.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at Elhatton Funeral Home (www.elhatton.com), 187 St. George St, Bathurst.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday morning, January 30, 2017 at 11 am from Holy Family Church, St. Peter Ave., Bathurst. 

Donations in memory of Wayne may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.