Roy Ernest Lively

Roy Ernest Lively, Age 81 (1942-2023) We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Roy on October 25th, 2023. He passed with family at his side at Dartmouth General Hospital. Roy was born on March 30th, 1942 in Halifax to Harold and Freda (Clattenburg) Lively. He was predeceased by both parents and his brother Bill Lively. Roy is survived by his beloved wife of sixty-two years, Doreen, Brother's Robert (Nancy) Lively and Howard (Betty) Lively, Sons Richard (Lisa) and Darren (Tracy) and Daughter Nadine (Matthew), Grandchildren Corey, Nicole, Hunter, Savanna and Cameron and Great Grandson Mason, as well as many much loved family and friends. Roy worked as an HVAC business owner in Nova Scotia and in Havana, Cuba. In 1994 he was appointed the Refrigeration Technical Advisor of Cuba and helped open the doors for he trade between Canada and Cuba. Later in life he worked at The Dartmouth Bridge Commission. Roy was a member of Saint Luke's Anglican Parish in Dartmouth for over 50 years, serving on Church Council for over thirty years and as a Warden and Choir member in his earlier years. Although, Roy's greatest passion was being a member of The Masonic Order. He belonged to many bodies of Masonry and made many close and cherished friendships with his Lodge Brothers. Roy was proud of his Masonic accomplishments. Roy was initiated in February 1980, passed in May 1980 and raised in October 1980 in Athole Lodge #15. Roy served as Worshipful Master in 1985 then Director of Ceremonies and Secretary for 11 years. He affiliated with St. John's Lodge #2 in 1984. He was appointed Grand Steward in 1986. He affiliated with Fairview Lodge #126 in 2002. He was elected Junior Grand Warden in 2005, Senior Grand Warden in 2006 and Deputy Grand Master in 2007. He affiliated with John Albro Lodge #122. He was elected Grand Master in 2008. In 2009, when Athole Lodge #15 went into darkness, he affiliated with Virgin Lodge #3 and in 2019 also affiliated with Equity Lodge #106. Roy was awarded The Meritorious Service Medal and Secretaries Long Service Medal in 2004. He was a member of many concordant bodies, including the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite 32 Degree, St. Andrew's Chapter #2, Royal Union Chapter #1, Renown Chapter #19 of Royal Arch Masons, and served as Grand Superintendent for District #1. He was elected Grand Scribe 2001, Grand King 2002 and Most Excellent Grand High Priest 2003. He was Past Grand High Priest (Hon) Grand Chapter of Newfoundland and Labrador, Past Grand First Principle (Hon) Grand Chapter of New Brunswick, Grand Representative to the Grand Chapter of New Hampshire. He was recipient of The Joseph Conway Brown Medallion. He was a member of Antiquity Preceptory #5 Knights Templar Priests, was greeted in Chebucto Council #3 in 1984, joined Charles E. Richard Council of Royal and Select Masters 1987 where he served as the Thrice Illustrious Master 1992. He joined the Moran J. Wagner Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners 1989 and served as Commander Noah 2008. He joined The Nova Scotia York Rite College #132 in 1990 and served as Preeminent Governor 2008. In 1990 he joined St. Andrew's Tabernacle #85 Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar Priests. He was a member of Neptune Council #71 Universal Craftsmen, Council of Engineers and served as Worthy Chief 1n 1995. He was Elected Deputy Grand Worthy Chief 1998. He was a member of Royal Edward Conclave #8 Masonic and Military Order, Knights of the Red Cross of Constantine. He was admitted into the Order of the Secret Monitor Conclave #6 in 2004. He joined Philae Temple A.A.O.N.M.S. in 1986 and is a charter member of the Dartmouth Shrine Club. He joined Armcrest Chapter # 45 Order of the Eastern Star in 2007. Roy loved fishing with his Grandson, Corey and spending time with his grandchildren, children and family members, laughing with his lodge friends Carson, Jerry and Charlie during coffee Tuesday's and going to his Masonic meetings and events. Roy loved gardening and nature and most of all spending time with his wife, Doreen. The family would like to give a huge thank you to Roy's close friend and Lodge Brother Carson for arranging his Masonic Funeral and all his help this past week. As well as, gratitude to Tony another Lodge Brother and friend for driving Roy to numerous Lodge meetings and events when Roy was no longer able to drive. It was so appreciated. Thank you to all the Lodge members of St. John's Lodge #2 and Equity Lodge #106 for all your kindness and love for Roy. It meant so much. Thank you to the wonderful compassionate nurses Jen, Katelyn, Niki, Chelsea and Molly at The Dartmouth General Hospital, we so appreciate your warmth and care for Roy over his passing. Thank you to Tim at Harbourside Crematorium for your above and beyond understanding and kindness with Roy's crematory arrangements. Thank you to all the friends and family members who have dropped by over the past few days with condolences, stories and your love. It has meant the world to us. We hope we are not forgetting anyone, so if you have helped Roy in anyway please know it has been greatly appreciated. Roy will be greatly missed but we take peace in knowing he is with our creator and his predeceased loved ones. If you so wish, donations can be made to Saint Luke's Anglican Parish, 9 Veteran's Avenue, Dartmouth B2W 3E2.

Roy Ernest Lively

October 25, 2023