Paul Wayne Brittain, Born November 12th ,1947, passed away March 8th, 2022, at the Meadows Home for Special Care in Yarmouth with his niece Tammy by his side. He was the son of the late Robert and Bernice (Brannen)Brittain. Proudly named after his Uncle Paul, who sacrificed his life during World War 2 at the age of 19. In the early 70’s along with his brother Gary, he left Yarmouth heading to the Northwest Territories looking for work and adventure. Most of his time was spent in Hay River. He met his fiancé Marjorie during this time. Tragically on a visit home to her family in BC, Marjorie was killed in an MVA. He often talked of the beauty of the Territory and the fun he had travelling around playing baseball. He loved people. He was a social butterfly. He would talk to anyone about anything. He was opinionated and was very open to share what he felt and thought. He loved Saturday mornings hanging out at the Farmers Market, and coffee clubs with the boys. He was a meat cutter by trade. He worked in the banking industry in Hay River. He worked many years with Canada Post. After retirement he delivered the Chronicle Herald. This made him famous for hitting the most deer in Cape Forchu. He loved sports. Hockey, baseball and golf were some of his favorites. He was a player, an official, a volunteer and a commentator. He was very proud to be known as “The Voice of the Gateways” for many years. Late in life he was content being a spectator. He enjoyed a good Mariners game. He was a great supporter of his great nephew Cole Jacquard. Rarely missing a baseball or hockey game. He was a lifelong volunteer. Yarmouth Ground Search and Rescue, Yarmouth Sports Heritage and a member of Skate Yarmouth just to name a few. He loved Yarmouth. He gave countless hours and sat on many committees to bring events to the area. He was a past member of Brooklyn Baptist Church. Most recently a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. He loved Genealogy and was always excited to meet a new cousin.

He is survived by his brother, Gary (Lola) Brittain, Yarmouth; sisters, Judy Brittain, Brooklyn and Ruthann (Tony) Goodwin, Amherst. Several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews. He was especially fond of his great nephew, Brett Jacquard. He was predeceased by his parents; brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Shirley (Sherman) Brittain. Graveside Service will be held in the Brooklyn Cemetery on Saturday, April 16th at 11 a.m. following reception and celebration of life at the Brooklyn Bright Lights Community Hall. Memorial donations may be made to the Brooklyn Cemetery Fund, The Brooklyn Bright Lights Community Hall or the Yarmouth Splash Park.
Our heartfelt thank you to the staff at the Meadows, Dr. Natalie Horton and Dr. Julie Chandler. Your kindness and compassion for Paul and family is greatly appreciated.

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