Barbara ‘Elsie’ MacLeod
1930-2019
Our wonderful mother, Barbara ‘Elsie’
MacLeod (nee Campbell), of Estmere, Victoria Co., departed peacefully,
in Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck on Tuesday, March 26,
2019, at the age of 88 years, after a life well and fully
lived.
Born in Malagawatch, Elsie was the last of her family and
beloved wife of the late Malcolm Gillis (Mack) MacLeod. Remaining, to
emulate her many remarkable qualities, are sons, Alexander, Estmere;
Earl (Rose), Kitchener; daughter, Louise, Toronto, and grandson
Austin, the light of her life.
She was a Little Narrows Presbyterian Church member, past
President of the Ladies Aid and cherished sister, sister-in-law,
cousin, aunt, grand-aunt, mentor, neighbour and/or loyal and true
friend, to countless others.
A born teacher with a boundless love of children (and perfect
penmanship!), Elsie nurtured many young pupils during her career, from
early days at River Denys to her last, at Whycocomagh Federal School,
Waycobah First Nation. Her second role was as a popular historical
interpreter at the Highland Village Museum.
As a master craftsperson especially adept at knitting and
crocheting, Elsie’s creative hands were always busy and she
loved sharing her skills and knowledge. She delighted in leading The
Little Narrows Knitting Club through years of shared stitches, stories
and laughter, ideally with the clever young ones, Morgan and
Katherine, right by her side. Together, they all conjured up
comforting dolls, teddy bears, slippers, hats and scarves for donation
to Leeside Transition House, a women’s and
children’s shelter, in Port Hawkesbury.
We have profound gratitude for all Mom’s medical
providers throughout life, especially Dr. Carlyle Chow (retired) and
the entire staff of the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Angels,
all.
Cremation has taken place; burial will be private. A public
Celebration of Life will be held later in 2019, with advance notices
in the community papers.
Her memory may be honoured through kind and
compassionate acts toward others, or donations to the Malagawatch
Cemetery Association or charity of your
choice.
Arrangements are under care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral
Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family
at: www.haverstocks.com
Condolences, reminiscences and photos also gratefully accepted via
elsiesdaughter1@gmail.com
Oidhche mhath (goodnight), sweet
Mom!
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Barbara ‘Elsie’ MacLeod 19302019..
Dennis Haverstocks funeral homes
Décès pour la Ville: Whycocomagh, Province: Nova Scotia