DOUBLEDAY, Noble Arthur ìDukeî - 63, fondly remembered as Duke, passed away May 21, 2006, in QEII Health Sciences Center, Halifax. Duke had a beautiful spirit and generous heart who bore his sadness in silence. He was married for 36 years and is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Diana. He is also survived by his loving daughters, Lisa (Paul) Nodwell and Denise, who always recognized and appreciated his lifetime desire to take care of "his girls". His beautiful grandchildren, Abigail, Aidan and Evelyn will carry on the spirit they knew as Papa. Duke is also survived by his older sister, Deborah Fleet, who has always been there for her ìbaby brotherî; his brother, Harry (Anne) Doubleday, as well as six other sisters, one brother and numerous nieces and nephews. Duke also had many caring friends whom he counted as family, especially his loyal and considerate pal, George (Nancy) Larder and his lifetime buddy, Bobby (Janice) Topp.....their devotion and friendship right to the end will always be remembered and appreciated. He was predeceased by his parents, Winnifred and Harry Doubleday; his sister, Laura (Donald) Knickle, and brother-in-law, Fred Fleet, whom he always thought of as a true brother. Duke worked as a prison guard at the Halifax Correctional Center for 12 years and a longshoreman for 21 years. He had a passion for the outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was known throughout for his love of long drives to enjoy the beautiful scenery of St. Margaretís Bay. Duke was a proud man with a gentle heart who cared strongly and deeply for his loved ones. He will be very sadly missed by his family. Extreme thanks is extended to the professional and caring staff of 8.2, QEII Health Sciences Centre with special thanks to Dr. Rockwood, his residents, and most especially, our angel in disguise, Nurse Brenda who was a sheer blessing to both Duke and his family during his short stay in the hospital. Thank you Brenda for being with him at the end. As per his wishes, Duke will be cremated and buried in William Black Memorial Cemetery, Glen Margaret, where he can hear the birds sing and the occasional deer or rabbit may cross his resting place. There will be a graveside service for close family and friends 10 a.m. Thursday, May 25. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Tantallon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the Canadian Liver Foundation, Halifax Chapter or Addiction Prevention and Treatment Services. On-line condolences can be made to: www.rawalker.ca Farewell and be at peace good friend, loving husband and ever so beloved Dad.