James Forbes "Jim" MacIvor, 81 - It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Jim on October 9, 2021 with his family at his side.
Born in Stellarton on July 13, 1940, he was the son of the late Angus Forbes and Anna Gladys MacIvor of Stellarton. Jim was the loving husband of 51 years to his late wife Donna Marie MacIvor. Throughout his life, the love for his wife Donna was evident in everything he did until her passing in 2015; always together and forever in love.
He was always so proud of his sons and their families who he bragged about at every opportunity. He was a proud brother, father, grandfather, friend and companion to all he came in contact with and involved in all his grandchildren’s many academic achievements and sports activities – present at all! He touched the hearts of many with his acts of kindness.
He was well-known in the community from his early days at Spencer Motors to his distinguished career in Real Estate since 1969; working in the family business with his two sons at J.F. MacIvor Properties until the day of his passing.
Jim was an active member in the community, Honorary Member of the Nova Scotia Association of Realtors with several awards and achievements along the way. He loved the outdoors and was an avid golfer with friends and family, a fisherman with his good friend, prospector, and sports fan.
He was predeceased by his wife Donna MacIvor, granddaughter Miranda MacIvor. He is survived by his sister, Judy (Jim) Martin; sons, David (Lynn) MacIvor, Jonathan (Allison) MacIvor; grandchildren, Danielle MacIvor, Andrew MacIvor, Andrea MacIvor, Sophie MacIvor and Jaxon MacIvor.
Visitation will be held at R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow on Thursday, October 14, 2021 from 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 208 MacLean Street, New Glasgow on Friday, October 15, 2021 at 11am, with Rev. Andrew MacDonald officiating. As per Nova Scotia Covid 19 restrictions, all attending must wear a mask and show proof of full vaccination before entry to both the visitation and funeral.
Donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church or a charity of one’s choice in his memory.