New Minas, NS
October 25, 2024
Lawrence Douglas "Doug" Gaul, 90, of New Minas, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024 in Valley Hospice with his family at his side.
Doug was the son of the late Joesph Clinton Gaul and Gigina (Mordenti) Gaul. Doug was predeceased by his wife, Doretha (Ernst) Gaul; sisters, Madelyn, Nancy, Pam and a brother, Joseph. Surviving are sons, Barry Gaul (Denise Hansen), Halifax; Peter Gaul, Kentville; daughters, Nancy Gaul, New Minas; Ann-Marie Mutch, Fall River; grandchildren, Gina Gaul, Kevin Gaul, Amanda Gaul, Scott Gaul, Rachel Veley, Elijah Mutch and Samuel Mutch; good friend and neighbor, Albert Craswell.
Doug joined the Canadian Armed Forces at a very young age and was proud to have served in both Cyprus and Korea. Doug was also a long-standing member and past President of the Canadian Black Watch Association, Atlantic Branch.
Special thanks to Senior Homecare by Angels, the doctors and nurses at Valley Regional Hospital, Medical A and the doctors and nurses at Valley Hospice.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral service as per Doug’s wishes.
A private family burial will take place in the Elm Grove Cemetery, at a later date.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Valley Hospice Foundation.
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