We are sad to announce that on February 8, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Gertrude Evelyn Tynes (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia), born in Sydney, Nova Scotia. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Gertrude Evelyn Tynes.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Isaac C. Phills O. C. and Mary A. Phills; her husband Ray; and her siblings, Neville, James and Doreen.

She is survived by : her siblings, Patricia, George and Charles (Doris); and her sister-in-law Jackie. She is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.

Viewing was held on Tuesday, February 16th 2021 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Atlantic Funeral Home (dartmouth Chapel) (771 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W3T9). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 16th 2021 at 1:00 PM at the same location. In keeping with Covid-19 restrictions, public viewing will take place on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 from 12-1pm followed by the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 1pm from the Atlantic Funeral Home (Dartmouth Chapel).

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia 10 Cherry Brook Road Cherry Brook, Nova Scotia.

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Feb 16

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Atlantic Funeral Home (dartmouth Chapel)
771 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W3T9

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Feb 16

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Atlantic Funeral Home (dartmouth Chapel)
771 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W3T9

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February 12, 2021

Brenda Brooks wrote a sympathy message

“Sending sincere condolences you, Mrs, Tynes's family on her passing, Mrs. Tynes, also taught me Home Economics along with many young women from East Preston at Partridge River School. Such a wonderful women and mentor. May she rest in peace with God and may his love and Peace comfort you all at this sad time. God Bless you all Brenda Brooks and family, East Preston, NS”

February 12, 2021

Connie Glasgow wrote a sympathy message

“I wish to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Gertrude Tynes. She was my Home Economics teacher in elementary school in East Preston. When I became a teacher, we developed a wonderful friendship and I will fondly remember her kindness.”