Gilroy, Iona “Onie” Gwendolyn – It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our mom, age 85, of Middle Musquodoboit, on September 6, 2021. She was born in Lindsay Lake to the late Albert and Roxie (Redden) Arnold. Her family moved to Meaghers Grant in 1941 where she met and married Carl in 1954, her life partner for 63 years. She raised a family of three, kept a spotless home and was a wonderful cook. Her pies and pastries were legendary at local suppers and with her family. In younger years she volunteered in the community (UCW & Red Cross). She had some unique talents such as being able to find four leaf clovers like no one else, being able to quickly finish NY Times crosswords & other word puzzles. She enjoyed card games, music, going to local dances and took several trips through the years. Any grandchildren in need of a drive or warm chocolate chip cookies could always count on their Nan.
She leaves her family, to whom she gave dedicated care over many decades, children, Gregory (Deanna), Carrie (John) Wilson, Bradley; loving grandchildren, Jonathan, Tegan, Corinne, Holly, Nicholas and Mitchell; brother, Keith (Shirley); brother-in-law, Donald Patterson; and sisters-in-law, Joyce Arnold and Pauline Murray.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Carl; sisters, Frances Blakeney, Goldie Slauenwhite, Beulah Patterson, Ruby Alice (in infancy); and brother, Clyde.
Cremation has taken place with burial at a later date.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the staff of Braeside Home for Special Care for their dedication, patience & professional care given to our mother during her final years. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in memory of Onie to a charity of your choice.
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