It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernest “Junior” Jeremiah Langley on Sunday, October 18, 2026. A hardworking man of integrity, he spent his working career dedicated to the Stora Enso. He was a proud, long-time member of the Royal Canadian Legion, branch 43, where he served with great pride as part of the Color Guard, bearing the flags with honor and respect.
Junior was born in Point Tupper on June 5, 1943, one of the eight children born to Ernest and Margaret Langley (Malcolm). He is predeceased by his loving wife, Sheila Langley (MacGillivary). He is survived by son David Langley, daughters Dawn MacKinnon, Mindy (Ryan) Williams, and Erin (Theo) MacIntosh. He was predeceased by daughter, Wendy Langley.
Junior is leaving behind grandchildren Meghann, Lucynda, Bree, Kaitlyn, Hudson, Marshall & Isaac, and by siblings Shirley Doucette (Phil), Frank (Eleanor), and Mary MacNeil; and many nieces, nephews & great grandchildren. Junior was predeceased by sisters, Anne and Joan; brother, Graham (Dud) & Curtis.
Drop-in visitation to be held Friday October 23, 2026 from 2PM to 4PM at Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, 724 Granville Street, Port Hawkesbury. Private burial to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, or the Antigonish Memorial Regional Hospital (formerly St. Martha’s Regional Hospital).
Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com
