Dorothy Marie Code (nee Cormier)
October 23, 1930 – January 5, 2022
Dorothy Marie Code (nee Cormier) passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2022, at Oceanview Continuing Care, in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, at the age of 91. Born on October 23, 1930, to Lena and Clement Cormier, she was raised in Cap-Pele, New Brunswick. Dorothy was the reigning matriarch of both Cormier and Code families– the oldest sister, a dutiful wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a strong woman devoted to upholding the key values of family, resilience, and strength. Dorothy met her husband of 66 years, Thomas Code III, in Toronto, Ontario. Once married, they welcomed three boys, Joseph Thomas, Joseph Robert, and Nathan Barrett. Dorothy governed her household of boys with strength and humour, loving to hear about their adventures and meeting their friends. Dorothy loved clothes and fashion and ran a clothing store, The Wardrobe, in both Dartmouth and Halifax. Years later, Dorothy and Tom Sr. built and ran The Oceanside Inn in West Dover, Nova Scotia, for over twenty years. Their time in West Dover was full of many friendships and boating adventures, including annually visiting the Tall Ships in Halifax Harbour.
Dorothy was active and energetic from childhood onward. She was an excellent fisherwoman, runner, walker, swimmer, and yogi, often attributing her seemingly boundless energy to 5am yoga flows. Once her children were grown, Dorothy discovered a love of travelling and wandered the world, including Europe, the British Isles, India, and the United States. One of the joys of her life were her grandchildren, and she would take them on many trips and adventures, including exploring the Grand Canyon and Italy. Dorothy was a true Acadian woman, selflessly devoted to God, her family, and community. With a tireless spirit, pearls, and her signature white button up shirt, Dorothy could solve any problem, often with ease while simply saying “C’est la vie”. Her guidance and love will be missed by all who knew her. She is predeceased by her parents, husband, Tom Code Sr. (1930-2017), and her brothers, Robert and Russel Cormier. Dorothy is survived by her children, Tom, Robert (Linda), and Nathan (Jeannie), and her grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Jordan, Thomas, Destani, Alexandra, and Jeffrey. She is also survived by her sisters, Fern Sinnott of Pinehurst, North Carolina (Dave) and Clemence Cormier of Shediac, New Brunswick.
Her family would like to thank the staff and volunteers at Oceanview Continuing Care for their endless love, patience, and care over the past years. Their kindness will never be forgotten. Due to the pandemic, the family will be holding a private, virtual service later in 2022.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Dorothy Marie Code nee Cormier October 23 1930 January 5 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Dartmouth, Province: Nova Scotia