Alf Francis Nielsen

NIELSEN, Alf Francis, aged 80, of Dartmouth, passed away suddenly in the QEII Hospital on March 17, 2023. Alf was the seventh child born to the late Alf Nordahl and Eleanor Agnes (Penney) Nielsen. Alf's formative years that were spent in Spryfield provided fodder for his colourful storytelling and reminiscences over the years. Alf is survived by his wife, Jacqueline(nee Oickle) (Dartmouth), sons Alf (Miramichi, N.B.), Bryan (Tamara)(Dartmouth), and his beloved grandson, Chase. He is also survived by siblings Elizabeth McWilliams (Lake Country, B.C.), Earl Nielsen (Brockville, ON), Harry (Gus) Nielsen (Evangelyne) (White Rock, B.C.), Emily St. Pierre (Kanata, ON), and Jack (Saint John, N.B.), sisters-in-law, Patricia Nielsen and Margo O'Neill. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers Bernard and William and by sisters Inga McInnis and Catherine Drysdale. Alf was in sales in Dartmouth for many years. At one point in his career, he knew so many Dartmouthians that he was dubbed Mr. Mayor. He was a gregarious, outgoing man who enjoyed a good story and a rousing game of crib or euchre. Alf was always involved in his community. He was a founding member of the Eastern Shore Committee on Drug Dependency and was active for many years with the P.C. Party of Nova Scotia. Prior to his illness, Alf was very active in the many aspects of the religious life of St. Anselm's Catholic Parish in West Chezzetcook. He was a long-time friend of Bill W's. Alf had a love of photography and of music, especially Ella Fitzgerald. He was devoted to his family, and he will always be remembered for his big heart and the absolute best bear hugs. The passing of our gentle giant has left a void in our lives that will never be filled. We thank Dr. Mark MacLean and the ER nurses who cared for Alf on his admittance to hospital, and very, very special thanks to the staff of 7.3 South for the wonderful end of life care they provided to Alf and the care and concern they showed toward our family. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 320 Flying Cloud Drive, Cole Harbour, with Father Gerald David presiding. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

Alf Francis Nielsen

October 6, 1942 - March 17, 2023