Marie Elizabeth Jackson
1930-2021
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of beloved
wife, mom, and Gran.
Marie Elizabeth Jackson, age 90, of Antigonish and formerly
of Monastery, Antigonish County, passed away on February 21, 2021 in
the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax.
Born in Calgary, Alberta, she was the daughter of the late
Frank and Margaret (Woods) Keeler.
Known as “Gran” by many, Marie greeted everyone
with a smile. Sweet, caring, and with a heart of gold, she had a way
of seeing the good in everything and everyone. She had a strong faith
and was very dedicated to her church, where she helped to bring a
sense of community and met lifelong friends. She grew up in Calgary
and worked at Eaton’s, where she met her husband of 69
years, Charlie (Chic). In 1970, they moved to Nova Scotia
with their two children where they established a beautiful home
surrounded by gardening. Marie was an avid baker, crafter,
and knitter and donated much of her time and talent to 4-H,
children’s activities, Sunday School, and in her later years
knitting items to donate to the hospital. Marie was very creative and
resourceful, shown by her numerous painting and crafting projects as
well as her recipes. She was a very proud Gran who loved her family
dearly and most of all, Chic.
She is survived by her husband, Charlie; son, Bruce (Winnie),
Bayfield; daughter, Debbie Fougere, Tracadie; grandchildren, Trudy,
Stacey, Brent, Beth, Brad, Chrissy, Catherine, and Briana; 12 great
grandchildren; brothers, Len (Helen) and Ken (Shirley);
brother-in-law, Al Bruce; and several nieces and
nephews.
Predeceased by her sister, Kathy Bruce; sons-in-law, Gerald
Myette and Arthur Fougere.
Cremation has taken place, and when conditions allow, a
funeral service will be held in Port Hawkesbury United Baptist
Church.
In Memoriam, donations to the Canadian Bible Society, Port
Hawkesbury United Baptist Church, or a charity of choice are
appreciated.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry
Funeral Home, Antigonish. To place an online condolence
please visit: www.clcurry.com
Thank you for showing us the importance of family and to
always be grateful for the little things in life.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Marie Elizabeth Jackson 19302021..
Death notice for the town of: Antigonish, Province: Nova Scotia