It is with great sadness we announce the
passing of Elva Pearl Black (nee
MacDonald) age 85 of Riverview, NS, originally of
Bayhead, NS. Elva passed away in her sleep in the early morning of
Sunday, November 28th, 2021, with her daughter Janie by her
side.
Born in Bayhead, NS, she was a daughter
of the late Archie and Pearl (Pipes) MacDonald.
Known by family and friends for her
everlasting resilience, Elva battled several critical health
challenges in her life where she defied the odds. Even in her final
days, she found reasons to smile, including dressing up for Halloween,
playing board games, and lighthearted banter with the staff and fellow
residents at East Cumberland Lodge.
She left a lasting impression on
everyone she met with her kindhearted and fun-loving
demeanor.
Throughout her life, Elva took
particular pride in hosting family for holidays and special occasions,
taking care of many pets over the years, and tending to the family
farm’s prized purebred Hereford cattle.
Elva is survived by her husband of 62
years, Roy, originally of Springhill; sister Mary (Donn) Mattinson, of
Riverview NS; children James (Tisha) of Springhill, Joel (Wendy) of
Courtenay, BC and Janie (Marika) of Finland; grandchildren Jeffrey
(Erica) of Coldbrook, Joshua (Nikita) of Springhill, Justin (Caitlyn)
Dickie of Debert and Peter (Emily) Dickie of Leicester; and
great-grandchildren Liam, Oliver, Avery and Shandi as well as many
beloved nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents she was predeceased
by siblings Stewart, Ottawa, ON; and Roderick, Rockley, NS; Kenneth,
Bayhead and several cherished pets.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of
W. Allen Funeral
Home, 60 Water St., Oxford, NS (902-447-2167). Per
Elva’s request, no public funeral service or visitation will be held.
Interment will take place in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at a later
date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Elva’s
name may be made to Mount Pleasant Cemetery, the Victorian Order of
Nurses, Heart and Stroke Foundation or any charity of your
choice.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Elva’s online memorial at
www.allenfuneralhome.ca or through the W. Allen Funeral Home
Facebook Page.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Elva Pearl Black 1936 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Oxford, Province: Nova Scotia