It is with sadness that we announce the passing of George Wallace Stiles, 80, of Springhill, NS at High Crest Nursing Home on Saturday, June 20, 2026.  Born in Springhill, George was a son of the late Clair and Margaret (Miller) Stiles.

A talented musician, George enjoyed Bluegrass music which he played for many years on the guitar.    He enjoyed small engine repair and tinkering in his shed.

His greatest love was driving tractor-trailers which he was able to do for many years following a 25 year career at Corrections Canada as a Corrections Officer. George completed close to seven years with the Royal Canadian Navy having spent time on the HMCS Ottawa.

George will be dearly missed by his wife, Loretta (nee Guthro); his son, George (Margo) Stiles of Springhill; a  granddaughter Jaclyn (Travis) Breen of Riverview, NB as well as one great grandson,  Logan Breen of Riverview, NB; a sister, Wilma (Jim) Hahnan of New Glasgow; a sister-in-law, Sheila, of Parksville, BC and many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, George was predeceased by his brothers, Gordon and David and his sisters, Marilyn (late James) Reynolds and Elizabeth Carrington-Smith.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of A.H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill, NS (902-597-2361).  Cremation has taken place.  A Graveside Service will be held on Monday, June 29, 2026 at 11:00 am in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill. 

Donations in memory of George may be made to the IWK, the Childrens Wish Foundation, or a charity of the donor's choice.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.brownsfuneralhome.com or through the A. H. Brown Funeral Home Facebook Page.