We regret to advise of the death of Sapper Nat Beaton (Ret’d) of Point Aconi, NS on 12 September 2013 in his late 80s.

Nat was born in Glace Bay, NS.  During the Second World War he served overseas with the Royal Canadian Engineers in England, Italy and Northwest Europe.  Upon his return home, he worked in the coal mines and fished until he was 83 years old.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 AM on 16 September at St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or.  Donations may be made to the St. Joseph Church “Raise the Roof Fund” or a charity of one’s choice.  ^{{dcApr17gd}[zsd, zsp, zri]}