McNea, Margaret “Irene” – Age 69, Stewiacke, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2017, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Hardwood Lands, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Helen (Gourley) McMullen.
Irene loved to play cards and visit with friends. She was a member of Willow Bend Seniors Club in Stewiacke. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt and will be sadly missed by husband, Carl; sons, Ernie (Terry), Stewiacke, Scot (Amanda), Brookfield; stepchildren, Lisa (Corinne), St. Thomas, Ont.; Troy (Denise), Port Stanley, Ont.; grandchildren, Mackenzie, William, Evan; step grandchildren, Serena, Jade, Jack; brothers, Doug (Carlie), Chester (Donna), Ernie (Janice); sisters, Frances, Elsie; sisters-in-law, Mary, Connie; uncle, Earl “Pat” McMullen; numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Laurie, John, Elroy; sisters, Marion, Audrey; brothers-in-law, Doug Fulton, Ferris Isenor.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, at 2 p.m., in St. Andrew’s United Church, Stewiacke, Rev. David LeBlanc officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Memorial donations to Colchester East Hants Health Foundation – Palliative Care or Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit.
Many thanks to the VON, Homecare workers, and Palliative Care team in Truro hospital (CEHHC) for their wonderful support and compassion.
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