It is with heavy hearts the family of William "Paul" Dewtie of Thorburn announce his sudden passing at home on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. Born in New Glasgow on December 23, 1963 to William "Bill" and Marie (Farrell) Dewtie, Paul was a loyal son, brother, uncle and friend.
In his younger years, he was an avid hockey player which he later transitioned to manager and trainer positions within the Thorburn District Minor Hockey Association. He was a member of the Old Scotian Scottish Heavy Events Association and was regular participant at local strong man competitions. Paul enjoyed his almost daily workouts and socialization at the local gyms.
To have known Paul was to know the famous "million-dollar jeep", a pet project of Paul’s for years. Fully assembled for a short period of time with few to have witnessed in person and only one claim to have driven it. To this day its location is unknown, but we know Paul will be taking it for a spin on the highway in the sky.
He was a dedicated employee of local Sobeys stores in Pictou County, working for nearly 40 years, most recently at the Sobeys Pictou location. Paul enjoyed his daily interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors alike.
He is survived by his father, Bill Dewtie, Thorburn, NS; his sister, Jean (Philip) Cameron, New Glasgow, NS; brothers: Kevin (Jan) Dewtie, New Glasgow, NS; Glen (Lesley) Dewtie, Weyburn, SK; Christopher (Jamie) Dewtie, Midale, SK; along with nephews and nieces Stephen, Glen, Corey, Blair, Courtney, Avery and Dyllan. He was predeceased by his mother Marie and brother Mark.
Visitation 2-4 and 6-8 pm Sunday, in R.H. Porter Funeral Home, 55 Almont Ave., New Glasgow. Funeral 2 pm Monday in the R.H. Porter Funeral Home Chapel, New Glasgow, with Fr. Peter MacDonald officiating. A link to a recording of the service is below. As per Nova Scotia COVID-19 restrictions, all attendees must wear a mask and show proof of full vaccination and valid id for both the visitation and funeral. Donations in Paul’s memory may be made to a charity of choice.