It is with great sadness that the family of Svend “Ole” Danielsen, 83 of Lunenburg, announces his passing on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg.

Born in Kolind, Denmark, he grew up in a large family of six children to his parents, Thorvald and Wilhelmina (Hansine) Danielsen.

Ole came to Canada in 1954 and worked on an apple orchard in Port Williams and later coming to Lunenburg and operated Birkenstock Shoes for many years.
He was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church, where he found enjoyment singing in the Senior and Male Church Choirs.

Ole is survived by his step-daughter, Patricia (Wade) Garrison, Lunenburg.

Ole was predeceased by his wife, Greta (Farmer) and an infant son.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213 Hwy #3, Lunenburg. A service to celebrate Ole’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at Zion Lutheran Church, Lunenburg, Pastor Rick Pryce officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Harbour View Cemetery, Rose Bay.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Zion Lutheran Church or Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg.