Iris "Joan" McNutt

McNutt, Iris “Joan” –It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Iris "Joan" McNutt on March 9, 2023, at age 84 in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro.

Originally from Elderbank, she was 13 of 15 children born to the late Samuel and Mary Elizabeth (Whalen) Bezanson.

Mom was predeceased by her son-in-law, Daniel Henry; beloved grandson, Christopher McNutt; Angel babies, Andrew Henry, Terrence "Kyle" Henry; siblings, William, Erving, John, Douglas, Lorne, Eileen, Alma, Francis, Rosamond, Vera, Shirley, Harold, Karen and Freda.

She is survived by her children, Twyla (Graham) McNutt Hill, Lethbridge, AB; Lisa (Christopher) McNutt Henry Basker, Truro; "Nanny" to Thomas Henry, great-grandmother, aunt and great-aunt to many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Mom left the gift of love and coming from a huge musical family, the gift of music that was the mosaic of her life which we will always keep alive in our hearts.

We would like to thank all the nursing staff, surgeons, doctors, paramedics, first responders, and VON. The nursing staff VON went above and beyond to care for Mom. Thank you to all of Mom's neighbors and friends for all of your care and friendship all these years, Tami and Matt for always being there and Christopher for your care and endless support and understanding.   

There is no visitation per Mom's wishes.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations in her name may be made to the IWK Foundation.

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