Born October 8, 1939 in Antigonish, NS. Passed peacefully at home with family present. Predeceased by brother Daniel, she is survived by 17 siblings across Canada; Robert, Truman, Margaret, James, Williams, Barbara, Alice, Bernadette, Howard, John, Helen, Neil, Josephine, Rita, Paulette, Andrew and Charles (USA). She will be greatly missed by her husband of 43 years Bernard; daughter Sandra (Baden); son Robert; grand-daughters Jessica and Rachael.
Memorial and Victorian tea afterwards will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at Sequoia Gardens Memorial, 4665 Falaise Drive. Condolences may be offered below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Sandra & Joe MacKenzie
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Rita MacPherson Where do i start to try and explain the emotion in my heart for my dear siter Mary? It is my sincere prayer that Bernie, Sandra, and her sweet family and Robert, will find peace and comfort in knowing that Mary is now able to find rest. May her memories be great comfort always. May the beautiful traits she had developed be carried on to touch the lives of many.
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Charlie MacPherson & Family Dear Bernie and family,
We will greatly miss Mary. She had tremendous strength and determination. She was a force of nature. I can only hope to have half her energy and grit. If she had her way she would still be working, gardening, painting, and improving things around her home. She had no intention of acting her age. She provided a great lesson to us all. Thank you Mary. You made a difference in people’s lives you touched. You will always be in our thoughts.
Love always,
Charlie and family
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Rachel MacFarlane Bernie and family,
sending our love to you across the miles. Mary, in her kind and generous ways, has left a mark on our hearts that will never be forgotten. She was a gentle spirit who couldn’t help but put those around her at ease, especially in the way that she joked around just to see you smile or laugh. She would always do what she could for others. A beautiful soul is at rest but she will continue to live on in our hearts and memories. We plan to honour Mary by planting a tree in her memory this spring as we know what a strong connection that she had to nature. Bernie, the love and support shared by you and Mary was second to none and a shining example to us all. We want you to know that we will be here for you in any way that we can.
With much love,
Bernadette MacFarlane and Family
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Josie Macpherson Bernie , Sandra ( Baden ) Robert , Jessica & Rachael Your all in my thoughts & prayers & wish I could be there for you all. Dear Sis. Mary was a such a amazing kind , beautiful , & hard working Lady with a heart of Gold. She was always there for everyone with her kindness , beautiful smile & little chuckle in making people laugh.She loved her Family , flower gardens & love for animals .Like Dad always said ” If you see a Macpherson you’ll see pets & kindness ” Sis.Mary was a gift of the heart , a shining light , & a golden tread to the meaning of life. I know you will be at rest with the rest of the Family. Always in my heart. Josie xox
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Elmer Bennett Family Our most sincere condolences on Mary’s passing. You are in our prayers during this time.
Patricia’s family
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Roger Chabot À Bernard et tous les membres de la famille,
Je veux dire toute ma sympathie à l’occasion du décès de Mary. Je vous assure de mon humble prière.
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Frances Pugh & Everyone at Hi-Lo Farms Our morning walks and the canine/feline “tensions” will not be the same without Mary’s gentle presence. We didn’t know each other well, but the Tanguays are wonderful neighbours. A lady who lived a good, kind life and created lovely memories.
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Steve MacInnis To Mary’s family and all the MacPherson’s:
Our most sincere condolences and our prayers are with you all.
The Grand Narrows MacInnis’
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Sandy & Doris Smallwood Tanguay Family, Out thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and in the coming months. We did not know Mary but heard so much about her from Howard and Mary Jane. From what was said we know your loss is deep and she will be greatly missed. Just a little note to let you know that we will continue to pray for you as time will heal the wound but the void Mary has left in your hearts will never be forgotten.
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stephen mac pherson i think of grandma alot now ,mary was just like her.i will never forget them. my heart goes out to you all. love steve
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Paulette and Family Bernie and Family
The kids and I want to send our heartfelt sympathy to you during this difficult time. My sister was an exceptional individual that loved those around her with a kind and gentle heart. She would be the first to offer help, send loving thoughts and comforting words to anyone in need. Her loving nature was also evident in the way she cared for the birds around her home and especially her cats. She will be greatly missed but will also be remembered in my thoughts and heart.
Love Polly ( Nova Scotia )
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Robert and Lynda MacPherson Bernie, Sandra, and Robert,
Mary was a compassionate and loving person, consistently demonstrating her love for others.
I will always remember Mary as a person who put herself last, which is not unlike our mother.
The world needs more people like Mary.
Bob and Lynda
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Dorothy McIsaac, Lower Sackville,Nova Scotia All of the Tanguay family is in my thoughts at this difficult time. No matter at what age, it is sad to lose one so close and cherished. I will continue to cherish her memory. She was unique, vivacious and an amazing role model for us all.
Love and prayers,
Dorothy McIsaac
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Tony and Nancy Reid, Lower Sackville,Nova Scotia We are thinking of all the family during this difficult time. Our love and sympathy to all the Tanguays
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Neil Trish MacPherson Dear Bernie, Sandra & family, and Robert, please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, of such a wonderful woman, she was charm and grace, and such an honour to be related too. She touched our lives in a positive way, and we will never forget Mary
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Jana, Darrell & Davis Mary was such a lovely, warm person and we were privileged to come to know her as our neighbor. She graciously cared for our cats and garden whenever we needed her, and even after we moved away we enjoyed her friendship. She was a genuinely caring and warm person, very hospitable and kind. She loved her cats and always kept her home so lovely. We will miss her very much. Our deepest condolences to Bernie and the rest of her family – such a great loss.
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Corinna and Martin Hayes We want to extend our deepest sympathies to the Tanguay family. The loss of a loved one is a difficult time, take comfort in the wonderful things that family and friends say and remember about Mary as it is proof of the beautiful soul she was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all♡♡
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The Trottier Famil Mary (and Bernie) have been our wonderful neighbours for almost 20 years. Mary took loving care of our cats when we were away and we always enjoyed our conversations outside while she was working in her garden (which is beautiful) and we in ours. She was gracious, kind, and gentle and we will miss her.
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Truman & Thelma Bernie & Family
We want to send our deepest sympathy and thinking of you all. Mary was a good & gracious lady, we enjoyed her visit the last time she was home to Nova Scotia . Love to all, Truman & Thelma
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Mike & Eva Kelly So sad,she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Rest in peace.
Thinking of you all. We hope your many formidable memories of Mary will carry you through this difficult time. Much love.