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1940
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2017
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Mary Parker Obituary
Born in River Denys, Cape Breton, Mary was the daughter of the late John Dan MacLeod and Ellen (MacPhail) MacLeod.
Mary worked as a Secretary at the Royal Bank and the Halifax Regional School Board. She enjoyed travelling and family camping excursions. Mary had a great love of nature and was an advocate for its preservation. She loved all animals, especially her pets. She never let a birthday or occasion go by without acknowledgement and she continually put others before herself.
Mary is survived by her husband Charles 'Chuck' Parker; daughters Heather (Tim) Sanford and Debra Brown (Scott); sisters-in-law Pat and Edna MacLeod and Gail (Richard) Bocker; brother-in-law Roddie Gillis; grandchildren Cole, Grace and Matthew Sanford; and close to her heart also, Tucker, the family dog.
Predeceased by sister Helen Gillis and brothers Thomas and James MacLeod.
Visitation to be held Thursday December 7, from 7 – 9 pm at JA Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax, with service on Friday December 8 at 4:00pm at Bethany United Church, Halifax, Minister Kevin Little officiating. Burial in River Denys, Cape Breton, MacLeod Cemetery (Forbes United Church) at 2:00pm on Saturday December 9, Minister Karen Ross officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.
She is returning home to Cape Breton, where her heart has always been. May a little piece of her spirit remain with everyone she touched.
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December 15, 2017
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to Chuck and his family. My Mom amd I see Chuck most days on our walk. We are always greeted by Tucker and always stop to say hello to Chuck and Tucker.
Hugs Zeta and Rita Sullivan
Ken Sutherland
December 8, 2017
Chuck, Janice and I send our condolences at this time for your loss. Mary was a kind, caring person, and will definitely be missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
December 8, 2017
My sincere condolences to Debra and the Family. I will keep you in my prayers Debra.
Candace MacPherson
December 7, 2017
Love to you all. I will always remember Mary as being the most welcoming mother, always willing to put you up to her table or provide bedding when needed. Chuck and her raised a beautiful family and her memory will live on as it has these past 30 years or so with me.
Gwen MacEachern
December 7, 2017
Chuck, Heather and Debra, and families. I am so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. She was a delight to have the privilege of knowing. Kristyn would receive her annual birthday and Christmas cards faithfully, and Mary would always include a little note to say hi to me, I will cherish those little notes always. She will be missed greatly. Lots of hugs sent your way, may she rest in peace.
Kaye & John Forand
December 7, 2017
Remembering your great love story today and always.
December 7, 2017
Mary worked with me when I was curriculum supervisor in the Sackville Subsystem Office. A great lady! A beautiful person!
A couple of years ago Mary and her husband, friends of Carrie Croucher, came down to East Chezzetcook area to see a play I directed as a fund raiser for the Anglican churches. What a joy to see her again!
Stan Christie
Darlene & Sandy Kirk
December 7, 2017
Words cannot express what Sandy and I feel at this time. We became very close to Mary and Chuck while camping at Sherwood Forest. Mary was a friend who made welcome every time we arrived at our trailer. Mary would come over and visit Max (our dog) and give him a treat every time. Spending time with Mary was a treat. I loved hearing about her family and Mary's and Chuck's trip especially the one to Scotland. Mary will be missed by everyone she has touched. Thoughts and prayer to Chuck and the girls and family.
Joan Robicheau
December 7, 2017
Chuck and family--.. I was lucky to know Mary for at least thirty years camping. She always had a smile and good thoughts for everyone. We all miss her dearly and hope she has her doggy to walk in Heaven. I know she will have to have a camp fire and marshmellows and a puppy on her lap.
Stephen MacLeod
December 7, 2017
Mary was undoubtedly one of the most thoughtful and kindest souls I have ever met and luckily I had the privilege to call her family. She will be missed dearly. Deepest sympathies to Chuck, Heather, Debra and family, love you all.
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