Whitney Pier
With broken hearts we announce the passing of Peggy Ann McLaine on Monday, July 13, 2020 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born on April 5, 1945 in Sydney, Peggy was raised in the Pier by the late Wilfred and Minnie Jackson.
Peggy lived a beautiful life touching the hearts of so many with her gift of music, her kindness, generous spirit and big heart. She lived her life with beauty, compassion, courage, dignity and grace. Peggy had an incredible bond with her family and made them the center of her life. She was a woman of great faith and her passion for her faith community and Whitney Pier community was exemplary. Peggy was the Senior Choir Director at Holy Redeemer Church for the past 45 years and she immensely prided herself in her position.
Peggy is survived by her husband, Donald ‘Duck’; daughter, Gwen (Val Cupido); granddaughter, Emily; grandson, Aaron and her special love, Jesse Allan along with nana’s girl, Bella.
A special thank you to Dr. Glenn Worth for his compassion, sincerity, and gentle manner over the years and to Dr. Clay Butler, Dr. Pahil and the staff at the Cancer Center for the excellent care given to Peggy in her time of need.
There will be no visitation for the late Peggy McLaine. Cremation has taken place and Liturgy of The Word will be held Saturday July 18, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church with Father Paul Murphy officiating.
Donations in Peggy’s memory can be made to Holy Redeemer Building Fund or the Cape Breton Cancer Center.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
“The world has lost a beautiful person, but Peggy left lasting footprints on the world. Her unique spirit is irreplaceable and will forever be missed.”
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of McLAINE Peggy Ann 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia