James David "Jim" Woodworth

    • RCE Badge circa 1937 - 1952

    We regret to advise that James David "Jim" Woodworth passed away on 18 June 2006 in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, NS, at the age of 87.

    Born in Berwick, he served overseas in the Second World War with the Royal Canadian Engineers. Jim was a fine finish carpenter who built many homes in the Berwick area. He was active in the Berwick Town Council, Home and School and Scouts Canada.

    Jim was a life member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Ortona Branch, No. 69, Berwick, being the longest serving member of 59 years. He was also past president and past Zone Commander for Zone Eight for many years. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal and Palm Leaf.

    A Royal Canadian Legion service and funeral services were held on 20 June 2006 with burial in Berwick Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Chase Unit of Grand View Manor, 110 Commercial St., Berwick, NS B0P 1E0.