Sydney
Anne Marie Campbell passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born on October 18, 1938 in Sydney, Anne was the second daughter of the late Sarah Anne (MacNeil) and Matthias MacLean.
Anne Marie is survived by her husband of 57 years, John Campbell; children, Patricia (Paul Campbell) of Sydney, Karen (Charlie Morrison) of Sydney, Susan (Andy Legere) of Waverley, Christopher (Christine Fancy) of Grand Pre, and 12 grandchildren, Sarah, Michelle, Lisa, and Anna Coleman, Leah, Rory and Thomas Morrison, Grace and Gina Campbell, Holly and Jill Legere, and Archie Campbell, all of whom were her favourite. She is also survived by her sister, Rose MacLean and brothers, Johnnie and Donnie MacLean.
Besides her parents, Anne was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Janet Anne Campbell and sisters, Kay MacDonald and Carmella Bell.
Anne was a registered nurse, graduating from St. Martha’s Hospital in Antigonish in 1959. She began her career at the Children’s Hospital in Halifax and transferred to St. Rita’s Hospital in Sydney after meeting John. Once married, Anne stayed home with her five children until working again at the Holy Redeemer Infirmary in Whitney Pier.
While her children were young, Anne Marie enjoyed her summers in Mira with all the extended Campbell family. Once retired, summers were spent in beautiful Pipers Cove, where she stocked as many cookies as her grandchildren could eat. Nannie was known for making mittens, painting and sewing projects, although she was always humble about her creations. Anne Marie loved sharing a cup of tea and conversation with her siblings or a neighbour. Her love for her family superseded any personal need; she never wanted anything more than to spend her time with them. Her grandchildren would tell you that they never left her house without a new pair of socks from Nannie and the great advice: “Handsome is as handsome does.”
There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at 11 a.m. in St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church, Sydney with Fr. Bill Burke officiating. Burial will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Anne Marie may be made to a homeless shelter of your choice.
The family would like to thank the staff at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, unit 4B and the Palliative Care Unit for the kindness and compassionate care she received during her stay. A very special thank you to Dr. Paul Murphy, who she held in very high regard.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de CAMPBELL Anne Marie 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia