Obituary of Bronson Scott McDow

Age 46, of New Ross, passed away suddenly, with Jamie and loved ones by his side, at home on Friday, October 24, 2025. Born on February 12, 1979 in Lunenburg, he was a son of Robert and Diana (Levy) McDow.

He is survived by wife and soul-mate, Jamie (Flynn); daughter and light of his life, Riley, East River; adored stepchildren, Skyler Porter (Hannah), Vaughan and Zoe Porter (Parker), Ellershouse; parents, Robert “Butch” and Diana, New Ross; brothers, Jason (Pam), Centreville and Dustin (Linda), New Minas; first born niece and one who taught him how to love, Jasmine Russ (Ben), Chester Basin, along with her mother, Misty Russ Bowman; other cherished nieces, Michaela, Brooklyn, Ashley, Katie, Jersey and Sydney; maternal grandmother, Shirley Levy; mother-in-law, Donna Sherman; brother-in-law, Michael Flynn; many aunts, uncles and cousins; co-parents, Everett and Laura Porter and their daughter, Molly and Dawn Swinemar (Nick Hirtle) and children, Payton and Ella.

Bronson was predeceased by maternal grandfather, Guy Levy; uncles, Jim Levy and Wayne McDow; cousins, Bryant Levy and Chad McDow; paternal grandfather, Maurice McDow; step grandmother, Carol McDow; grandmother, Ida Swinemer; aunt, Margo McDow; step-grandfather, Harris McAskill and father-in-law, Howard Sherman.

Bronson was a man that showed endless devotion to all those he loved. A proud husband, loving father, mindful son, supportive brother, adoring uncle and bestest of friend. The patient listener, calm advisor and steady shoulder to cry on. A teaser and prankster, his joy, smile and laughter were infectious. He was always ready for a good time, a bike run, snow, snowmobiling, Christmas, was a foodie, lover of music and a chef.

His garage was his place where all were welcome. Didn’t matter the time of day, literally. Lots of conversations and laughter. He loves having his boys (they all know who they are) there with him.

To Riley he was arguably the bestest man in the world. He was kind, caring, supportive and would give you the shirt off his back every time. He listened and understood. He was patient when she was indecisive but always allowed her to come to her own decisions. He had her back in every situation. He was her safe person that she could tell everything to, even some things a normal person didn’t tell their dad.

“I will forever be my dad’s baby girl and I will always cherish that and the time I had with him. There might be some things I was cheated out of but I know he is there with me every single minute of every day. I will never stop talking about him. I love you to heaven and back dad and I will miss you very much.” – Riley Mae

To Skyler and Zoe he was the best stepdad anyone could ask for. They knew how lucky they all were when he came into their lives. How much he loved their mom will never be forgotten. He loved her so proudly and loudly and they could only DREAM of having a love like that.

To Jamie he is the other half of her soul. They always made it through or over any struggle together. Their love is true to the vows they made to each other.

To his parents Bronson was more than a son. He was their best friend, helper when needed, ray of sunshine whenever they saw him and so much more.

He was always up for a bike run with the guys, AKA - New Ross 5-30 club. Both biking and snowmobiling were passions of his. It didn’t matter the destination, but going to Dal’s camp was one of his favourite places. Cooking up whatever meat they brought from their freezers and of course dad’s chili was always a hit at the camp.

He has worked for various companies over the years mastering his trade. Special mentions to Cottage Country, where he met the love of his life, the metal roofing business he had with his father and brother and his final place of employment with G&C Hughes Enterprises Ltd., where he was welcomed as an extension of the family.

He will be missed greatly by everyone who knew him, but especially by close friends and loved ones, Jason, Dustin, Justin, Brian, Dallas, Rustin, Mattie, Johnny, Nick, Keri Dawn and Jody, Jamie L, Pete Sweet, Alicia and Becca and his fur kids, Nova, Luna and Wheezy.

The family would like to thank those who assisted in their time of need, with special love to Justin McDow.

Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317). An Informal Celebration of Life will be held where all are welcome to drop in and share a fond memory, on Saturday, November 22 between 2 and 4 p.m., in The Forties Community Centre, 1787 Forties Rd., New Ross. Donations in memory of Bronson may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, 5657 Spring Garden Road, Box 245 Halifax, NS B3J 3R4. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting: www.demontfamilyfuneralhome.ca.