Margaret Elizabeth Burton
1934-2021
It is with great sadness that the family of
Margaret Elizabeth Burton, of Amherst,
Nova Scotia, announce her passing on March 25, 2021 at the age of
86.
Born in Springhill, NS, she was a daughter of the late Donald
and Sarah (Rose) Burton.
Margie, as she was known to her family and friends, was born
in Springhill on April 26, 1934, and as the last surviving member of
her immediate family, was was preceded in death by; her mother, Sarah
Maude Rose; her father Donald Alexander Burton; sisters June and
Audrey and brothers Donald (« Alex ») and
Murray.
Margie, ever a hard worker, was employed for many years at
the Amherst Hotel until its closing; she then transitioned to Aerovox,
where she worked until her retirement. An animal lover, Margie, has
many pets over the years and loved each one dearly. She enjoyed going
for walks and drives, reading, visiting, and spending time with her
good friend, Pearl. Margie was a strong woman who cared deeply for the
people closest to her, although she didn’t have children of her own;
she loved and cherished her nieces and nephews, and often did without
in order to provide for them.
We loved her dearly and she will be greatly missed by
Barbara, Doris, Debra, Daniel, Bobby, Billy, Joan, Murray, Kathy and
Michael as well as several great nieces and nephews and great great
nieces and nephews.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jones
Family Funeral Centre, 70 Church Street, Amherst, NS
(902-667-8777). Burial to take place at a later
date.
Donations in memory of Margie may be made to the LA Animal
Shelter
Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family
by visiting Margie’s online memorial at
www.jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre
Facebook Page.
Rest in Peace, Aunt Margie.
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Décès pour la Ville: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia