ORKISH, Mary Kathleen
Sydney
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Mary Kathleen Orkish, on Sunday September 4, 2022 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Born in New Waterford on June 22, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Biro) Nagy.
Mary is survived by children Robert “Bob” (Melinda), Blacketts Lake, Joe (Vicki Leterte), Sydney River, and daughter Nancy (Chris Corbett), North Sydney; grandchildren Candace (Patrick) Murphy, Bobby (Madison Cromwell) Orkish, Jacob (Melissa) Orkish, Cyrus Robertson Orkish, Terry and Ryan (Ali) O’Donnell; great grandchildren Gracie-Lynn, Sophia, Austin, Riley, Hailey, Hunter and Ben, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mary was predeceased by her husband Henry, brothers Steve, Joe, Louis, and John.
Mary gave selflessly to those lucky enough to be part of her life: parents, siblings, husband, children, nieces and nephews. Whether you needed a simple meal, a warm hug, a sympathetic listener or someone to stay by your sickbed, Mary provided it for those she loved. She was a second parent to every young person who was connected to one of her own; a grandma to the kids at Wee World Day Care; one of the first four teachers’ aids to work in the CBVRSB, where for many years, she enriched the lives of children who needed a little extra care. She had a cheerful word, a gentle touch and a bright smile for everyone, but especially for those who needed it most.
She was a great cook, an accomplished needlewoman, a charming conversationalist, a lovely singer and a master in the art of flirtation. She was a beautiful woman, inside and out, and we will miss her terribly.
The family would like to thank those who cared for Mary: the loving staff and residents of Cape Breton Home for Seniors, North Sydney; Harbourstone Enhanced Care; and the staff at CBRH who cared for her during her final hours.
Visitation will take place Sunday, September 11, from 7 to 9 pm in Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held Monday September 12, at 2 pm in the chapel with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society.
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Death notice for the town of: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia