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- J. Robert Maillet
March 07, 1947 - October 03, 2020
MAILLET, Robert ? Age 73, of Meteghan River passed away Saturday, October 3, 2020. Born in St. Alphonse, he was a son of the late Bernard and Cecile (LeBlanc) Maillet.
In every aspect of his life, Robert Maillet was a community builder. He has worked 17 years managing various Royal Bank branches from Cheticamp to Pubnico, which was followed by a career with the Nova Scotia Department of Economic Development, where, for thirty years, Robert was responsible for small business development loans in South-West Nova Scotia. In this capacity, hundreds of local businesses exist today because of Robert. In addition, Robert had a small bookkeeping business which he operated with his wife, Dora. Together, they've provided affordable income-tax preparation for the community for 36 years.
Robert Maillet was a community leader, and over the decades has sat and presided committees and boards from parish liturgical committees to parent teacher associations and even calling the Bingo for the seniors! Notably, Robert was an instrumental volunteer of Les Papas Noel de Clare, an organization whose mandate is to help less fortunate families have a better Christmas. Robert's impact touched generations. He would spend over thirty years delivering Christmas hampers to families, and was often seen on Tele-Clare announcing the Christmas Daddy's telethon. Robert's true commitment is most seen in his lifetime of work with the Meteghan Lion's Club, of which he had been a vibrant member for nearly fifty years. From President of the Board to Bingo caller or even fish fryer, no task went untouched. In his capacity as Lion Robert, he was often the voice of anti-drug campaigns for youth, having organized marches and many school presentations. Lion Robert has delivered wheelchairs and medical equipment to those in need and provided emergency support for the destitute, so far spanning it is impossible to measure. Robert has received many awards for his dedication to his community.
Robert is survived by his wife, Dora; children, Marc, Riverview, N.B.; Cindy (Cynthia) Maillet, Meteghan River; grandson, Jacob Maillet-Saulnier, Meteghan River; brother, David (Rose Clare), Sackville; sisters, Jeanne Maillet (Jean Guy Belanger), St. Simon sur Mer, Qué.; Christina (Tina) Maillet (Charlie Lucas), Yarmouth; sister-in-law, Debbie Maillet, NL. He was predeceased by his brother, Brian.
As per Robert?s wishes, cremation has taken place under the care of Meteghan Funeral Home. A public graveside service will be held Friday, October 9th at 2 p.m. in St. Alphonse Cemetery where burial will follow. Rev. Honoré Kouassi will officiate assisted by Rev. Albeni d?Entremont.
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1947 - 2020 (73 years)
