Mr. Speaker, on February 16 of this year the community of Bedford lost one of its shining lights. George Christie was a community pillar for almost 70 years.
Although Mr. Christie's list of accomplishments and contributions is far too long to enumerate here, a few items demand recognition.
A first lieutenant with the Halifax Rifles during World War I, George Christie returned to Bedford and took very active roles in his church and community. He was an honourary life elder at the Bedford United Church and helped countless young people become good citizens and community leaders through both the Air Cadets and Scouts Canada.
I want to express my appreciation for the life of George Christie and my sincere condolences to his family and friends. He will be surely missed.