Brenda Jardine
1949-2018
The family of Brenda (Millie) Jardine of Nackawic, NB, sadly announce
her peaceful passing on August 17, 2018 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers
Hospital in Fredericton, NB. Brenda, a devoted and loving wife,
mother and grandmother, passed away as she had lived, quietly and
privately in the presence of her husband and children.
Brenda was born in Bath, NB on October 3, 1949, the tenth child of
John and Beatrice (Foreman) Millie. She attended school in Bath, NB,
graduating from Bath Regional High School, before going on to
Teacher’s College in 1967. She married Darryl Jardine of
Newcastle, NB in 1970.
Brenda was passionate about her family – it was always the
central focus of her life and she loved nothing more than having
everybody together for one of her signature meals. In addition to her
husband and children, her five grandchildren were her great loves.
They will surely miss her ‘Grandma rolls’, chocolate chip
cookies, story times, sleep overs and having her sing them songs.
They all loved their grandma dearly, she was a very special presence
in all of their lives.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Darryl Jardine; her
children, Jeffrey (Natalie) of Fredericton, NB, Tim (Katherine) of
Rothesay, NB and Shannon (Nick) of Beechville, NS; five grandchildren,
Ryan, Halle, Mallory, Thomas and Meghan; two sisters, Ena and Anne and
brothers Larry (Carol) and Ted (Dot).
Brenda was predeceased by her parents, her brothers, Irvine and Don
and sisters Grace, Gwen and Sheila.
Brenda had superior strength and sense of conviction, qualities that
she brought to her teaching career that spanned over 35 years. Her
career focused on elementary school and junior high school students,
teaching in Bath, Saint John, Nackawic, Millville, Canterbury and
Keswick Valley; it was hard for her to go anywhere in southwestern New
Brunswick without running into somebody she taught. She also worked
as a literary supervisor at School District 28 in Woodstock. Brenda
retired from teaching in 2004 but remained on hand to supply teach for
several years. She was a natural teacher, meeting the needs of all
the children she taught. Her students loved her and affectionately
called her ‘Mrs. J’. Brenda was always cognizant of those
less fortunate and provided many pairs of sneakers, winter jackets and
meals for children in need; she always had a spot for children.
Additionally, Brenda was a mentor to many fledging teachers. She
would naturally take them under her wing and support and guide them
through their early teaching years in the classroom.
Brenda was a member of the Kirk United Church in Nackawic, NB where
she taught Sunday School and prepared and served countless meals for
Senior Dinner day.
Although there will be no visitation, friends are welcome to attend a
funeral service to be held at Kirk United Church, 29 Landegger Drive,
Nackawic, NB on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at 2 pm with Alice Finnamore
officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall.
Pallbearers will be Ruth Giberson, Anne Wilson, Sally Richards,
Melanie Dingee and Carol Millie.
In lieu of flowers, Brenda has suggested that donations in her memory
be made to the Kirk United Church, Nackawic Elementary School
(Breakfast Program) or Nackawic Middle School (Breakfast
Program).
Arrangements by Flewelling Funeral Home, Nackawic, NB.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Brenda Jardine 19492018..
Décès pour la Ville: Nackawic, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
