Sheila Diane Lawrence
1946-2021
Lawrence, Sheila Diane – Age 74, Canso.
It is with profound sadness to share that our dear
mother Sheila passed away at home on Thursday, March
25th, 2021 from ongoing medical
issues.
Sheila was born on April 14, 1946 to Leonard and Anne
MacKinnon in Canso. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Samuel
Lawrence. She leaves behind her two sons, who will miss her
beyond words, Christopher, Whitehead and Brent, Queensport.
Sheila was so proud of her grandchildren, Sarah and Rayden and was
always talking about their accomplishments. Her two
remaining siblings; Brent MacKinnon (Marie) and Elaine Bushell
(Stephen), both of Truro, will miss her dearly, but she has now joined
Kenneth, Pearl, Vidi, Winnie, Leo and many extended family
members. Her fondness displayed toward her nieces
and nephews will always be remembered.
Sheila attended Canso High School and was a passionate
learner. After graduating high school, Sheila attended St.
Martha’s School of Nursing and received
her Radiology Certification and worked in many locations
including the IWK Hospital, Labrador City and Canso. She had
also worked teaching school for a period of time in her hometown. She
returned to a medical career, working in Administration at the Canso
Medical Clinic and eventually became the Administrator for Eastern
Memorial Hospital for many years. She always made her daily visits to
the patient, supporting with kindness, reassortment and love.
She was a Justice of the Peace for the Canso area and
enjoyed meeting people and chatting while signing their documents, or
performing countless marriages over the years.
Sheila studied music as a young girl and received her
Certification from the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto.
She started playing the organ at All Saints Church at the age of
eight. She was a dedicated community volunteer.
She was Treasurer with the
5th Canso Scouts. She was committed to
Lay Ministry for the Parish of All Saints by the Sea and enjoyed her
Church work right up to the end of her life, holding various position
in the Church, with the Anglican Church Women, the Altar Guild and for
decades she was All Saints Church – Canso Vestry Clerk.
She enjoyed doing crafts, knitting and making baby quilts for
the numerous extended family and friends. All generations
have been on the receiving end of these loving gifts that they will
now cherish for years to come.
Anyone who knew Sheila, knew that she was a kind, loving and
caring woman, who saw the good in everyone. She supported
community events, groups and often could be seen opening her heart and
wallet to support every fund-raiser she was aware of.
The community, family and friends will miss her more than
words can say.
There will be a funeral service on September 11,
2021 in All Saints Church, Canso. Due to COVID-19
restrictions presently, it will be by invitation only. Contributions
in memory of Sheila Lawrence can be made to All Saints Anglican
Church, Canso or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements are under the care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral
Home, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com
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Death notice for the town of: Canso, Province: Nova Scotia