Rosemary “Roby” Barrett – 81, Truro
passed away Monday, August 1, 2022, surrounded by family, at Debert
Court. Born in St. John’s, Newfoundland to Daniel (D.J.) and
Mary (Fitzgibbon) MacEachern, she grew up in North Sydney, Nova
Scotia. Roby was a woman of strong faith, wisdom and selfless
kindness. She came to Truro as a Normal College student where she met
her husband and soulmate, Bob. They spent a short time in Creignish
and then returned to Truro to raise their family and pursue her
passion as a teacher.
She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and
great-grandmother. As a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic
Church, Roby contributed to the lives of many through her involvement
in Marriage Encounter, Religious Education, Women’s Days of
Enrichment and many other parish activities. She was a proud CND
Associate and truly lived the values of justice, love and
compassion.
Roby and Bob spent many wonderful summers at Seafoam and
Sunset Watch Campgrounds and loved to be surrounded by family and
friends enjoying a barbeque and a campfire. She was often found at the
beach nestled into a comfortable chair, reading a good book. She loved
to garden and was proud of her beautiful gardens and flower
pots.
Roby is survived by her children, Angie (Chris) MacIntyre,
Robbie (Jenny) Barrett, Gina (Stephen) White, Michael Barrett;
grandchildren, Daniel (Kathryn), Ryan (Lauren), Lauren, Hilary,
Gregory (Kiley), Janelle (Simon), Noah; great grandchildren,
Gabrielle, Arianna, Linken, Zephyerson, Claire, Jackson; siblings,
Michael (Sylvia) MacEachern, Joe (Anne Marie) MacEachern, Peggy (Bill)
McVicar, Robert MacEachern, Jerry MacEachern; sister-in-law, Kaye
Porter. She will be fondly remembered by many special cousins, nieces,
nephews and extended family.
Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her husband,
Robert “Bob”; infant son, Christopher; brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Jack and Earlene Barrett; brother-in-law, Ron
Porter.
The family would like to thank the caring team at Debert
Court who have been so good to her these past few months. We are also
grateful for the VON nurses and Dr. Neil Bower who provided tremendous
care to our mother over a number of years and helped her to remain
independent as long as possible.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner
Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where Roby’s family
will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., Thursday, August 4,
2022. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Friday,
August 5, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 669
Prince Street, Truro, Father Andrew Rembarczyk officiating. Interment
will take place at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, 125 Robie Street,
Truro, immediately following the service. A reception will be held in
Campbell Hall.
If so desired, donations may be made in Roby’s
memory to the VON (Colchester East Hants), St. Vincent de Paul Society
or a charity of choice are welcomed.
Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by
viewing Roby’s obituary online and selecting “Send A
Condolence” at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Rosemary Roby Barrett 1940 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Truro, Province: Nova Scotia