Daniel Joseph "Jay" Boyle of the RK MacDonald Nursing Home and formerly from Croft passed away September 12 th, 2022 at St Martha’s Regional Hospital.

Born on June 2 nd, 1942 in Antigonish, he was the son of the late Colin Francis and Catherine Ann (Duggan) Boyle of Caledonia Mills. He was educated in the Caledonia Mills school system. He was an iron worker having worked on various construction projects until returning to Nova Scotia to retire in Croft.

He was always very active in nature and loved fishing and hunting. He was also known for his wry wit and unique sense of humor. He loved to tell stories and jokes laughing along with them.

He is survived by three sisters, Christine Flynn (Nena), Parkland, Jean (Wayne Cole), Liverpool, Mary (Chris MacDonald), Toronto and one brother, George (Shirley) Caledonia Mills. He was predeceased by brothers Angus and William A, sisters Anne and Patsy and brother in law Greg Flynn.

At Jay’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or service. A private family burial will take place at a later date.