Thomas (Sandilands), Anna Margaret – of Truro, died on November 15, 2017 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, after a brief illness. Born in Parrsboro, she was the eldest daughter of the late Edith Margaret (MacKenna) and Douglas Alexander Sandilands.
Anna was predeceased by her husband, Donald Stanfield Thomas; sister, Joy Smith. She is survived by her daughter, Mary (Ralph); son, George (Nadine); daughter, Sarah (Stephen); sister, Mary Blanchard; grandchildren, Amy, Hayley, Chris, Peter, Catherine, Jennifer and Carrie; nieces and nephews; and great-grandchildren.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. No visitation or funeral by request. Interment will take place in Robie Street Cemetery, Truro, for family and friends at the family plot on Tuesday at 1 p.m., Rev. Lori Ramsay, St. John's Anglican Church, Truro, officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Colchester Community Workshop, Colchester Food Bank, The Lodge that Gives, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the medical team of CEHHC for their care and compassion.
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