Nora Kathleen Kearsey
September 15, 1942 – September 13, 2020
Passed peacefully away at her home, after a lengthy illness, with her husband and daughter at her side, on Sunday, September 13, 2020, Nora Kearsey age 77 years.
Predeceased by her mother and father, James and Irene Brazil; her twin brother Gerald and her brother Gerard; her mother and father-in-law William and Alice Kearsey, sisters-in-law Agnes Ansara, Mary Codner, and Mary Kearsey, and brothers-in-law Joe Cull and Alf Moakler.
Leaving to mourn with many fond and loving memories her loving husband of 48 years, Patrick and her adored daughter Leanne; her sisters Margaret Stamp (Thomas), Stella Galway (Rivlyn), Marietta Nurse (Charles), Regina Young (Roy), her brother James Brazil and special sister-in-law Betty Brazil; brothers and sisters-in-law Helen Cull, Ann Moakler, Thomas Kearsey (Anne), Frank Kearsey, Jack Kearsey (Sylvia), Patricia Kearsey, Mercedes Patton (Doug) and Bill Kearsey (Diane). Also leaving a large number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, many members of the Brazil, Sheehan and Kearsey families and too many friends to mention.
Nora’s life was the music she loved and lived. She taught music for over 30 years with the former RC School Board for St. John’s. Her gentleness and words of encouragement allowed her students to thrive, to create, and to perform with confidence and excellence. She brought beauty into our lives through her exquisite and sensitive piano playing in schools, churches and the community. Her faithful service to several parishes as organist spanned over 60 years. What comfort and joy she brought to those who had the privilege to hear her play!
Nora was a woman of strong faith, of wisdom, of selfless generosity, and of profound love. Throughout her life, she accepted success with grace, poise and humility. She endured challenges with hope, positivity and acceptance. In every facet of her life, Nora saw the good in others and helped them to see it in themselves.
Nora’s family especially her husband, Pat and daughter, Leanne were her world and her pride and joy. She loved deeply, advised wisely, and supported them unconditionally. She held a special place in her heart for her sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews.
Many people have supported Nora and her family over the past number of years especially during her illness. In particular, the family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff at the Kidney Care Centre who treated Nora with care, compassion, and dignity. Your kindness will always be remembered. We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the emergency first responders for their skill, professionalism and sensitivity in our time of need. A special thank you to Father Wayne Bolton and the Bereavement Committee of St. Pius X Parish for their guidance and support during this difficult time.
Visitation at Caul’s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road, on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., following Caul’s Funeral Home Covid-19 restrictions. – Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent in compliance with Covid-19 restrictions. A link to view funeral live will be provided later on.
Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or a charity of one’s choice. Or as Nora would have done, an act of kindness in her memory.
You can shed tears because she is gone,
Or you can smile because she lived,
She would want you to smile.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Nora Kathleen Kearsey 2020..
Death notice for the town of: Torbay, Province: T-N
Our deepest condolences to the family