Obituary for
Barbara Ann Corkum (Manthorne)
Corkum, Barbara Ann – Age 72, Debert. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Corkum on Thursday, October 6, 2022, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Liverpool, she was a daughter of the late Willis Manthorne and Greta Titus (Smith).
Barb will be deeply missed by her husband, Michael Hersey; children, Nicole Taylor, Belmont, Sylvia Webb (Chris), Victoria, BC, Robert Putnam (Karen), Belmont; grandchildren, David Putnam (Nicole), Shawn Putnam (Jessica), Brittany Taylor, Blaise Taylor, Ryland Racicot; great grandchildren, Cameron, Riley, Milah; twin sister, Betty Teed (David), Belmont; brother, Andy Manthorne (Dianne), Greenfield; sisters-in-law, Patty Manthorne, Murray Siding, Pat Manthorne, Liverpool; brother-in-law, Gary Hersey (Nicole); and several nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, Barb was predeceased by her first husband, David Putnam and her brothers, Terry and Brian Manthorne.
Barb worked at Intertape Polymer for 33 years. She enjoyed gardening and creating a beautiful property for her and Michael. Barb always looked forward to her Saturday afternoon bingo and shopping trips, especially in Bangor.
She was so full of love for all her family and would do anything to help them. Barb surely will be missed by them and her pets; dog, Rosie and cat, Miss.
A special thank you to all of the nurses and doctors at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, especially Dr. Graham.
Donations in Barb’s memory may be may to the Humane Society or Canadian Cancer Society.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro. As per request, there will be no visitation or service. Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.ColchesterCommunity.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Barbara Ann
Corkum Manthorne 1950 2022..
colchester community funeral home
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia