It is with sadness that we must announce the passing of George Arthur Sterling, age 84, of River Philip, NS. George passed away with family by his side at All Saints Hospital, Springhill on Saturday, April 4, 2015.

Born in Springhill, he was a son of the late Charles and Bertha (MacKenzie) Sterling.

George was a member of the Mason's Widow's Son Lodge #48, River Philip. Very active in the lodge, he was a Past Master and a Past Chaplain. He loved hunting and fishing. For many years he owned and operated Cumberland Firearms and was an excellent Gunsmith. He especially loved his wife Hazel of over 50 years, and time with their family.

He will be dearly missed by his wife Hazelann White Sterling, River Philip; children Ken (Linda), Miscouche, PE, Gary (Anne), Springhill, Rose Sterling, Ottawa, ON, Margaret Sterling (Ray LeBlanc), Moncton, NB and David (Delores), Ottawa, ON; step-children Ann (Dieter) Schmitt, Alliston, ON and Earl Boss, Diligent River, NS; 14 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by siblings Les, Olga, Verna, Eleanor, and Edith.

Arrangements have been entrusted to A H Brown Funeral Service, 5 McFarlane St., Springhill, NS (902-597-2361). Cremation has taken place. In keeping with George's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. A graveside service will take place at a later date.

Those wishing to make a donation in George's memory may do so to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.brownsfuneralhome.com or the funeral home Facebook page.