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Helen Jane Bishop

Helen Jane Bishop

Bishop, Helen Jane (Helen B)
The family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear mother Helen, age 73, of Truro. Helen passed in the early hours of Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre. Loving wife, mother and grandmother, she leaves family and friends with many cherished memories and longing hearts for the day they can all be together with her again. Helen is survived by her adoring husband David of 50 blessed and wonderful years, sons Michael (Amelia) and Geoffrey (Kim); daughters Elizabeth (Mike) and Kimberley (Walter); grandchildren Emelyne, Michaela, and Landon (Elizabeth and Mike); Cameron, Cody and Caylee (Kimberley and Walter); Madelyn and Canaan (Geoffrey and Kim); and brother Richard (Deborah). Helen was predeceased by brothers Andrew & Gordon; mother Vera Learmonth of Halifax, and father James. Helen was a passionate and dedicated English teacher. She began her teaching career at Truro Junior High School from 1967 – ‘68 and continued on at Central Colchester Junior High from ‘68, retiring in ‘96. Many of her former students to this day, remember her charm and amiable spirit. Known as the “dragon lady” in detention hall, she kept students ‘in-line’ while affectionately earning their respect. Summer vacations were filled with long road trips throughout North America, packing in the family to travel miles across the border. Helen and David continued on their road trip adventures. She especially enjoyed seeing David in action behind the lens, as he captured the beautiful landscapes along their travels, adding to his wide repertoire of scenic photography. Helen may best be remembered for her jams and pickles. After retiring from teaching, Helen stayed out of trouble by launching a hobby farm market business, known simply as Helen B’s Preserves. She attracted a huge following and people came from far and wide to the Truro Farmer’s Market to pick up a jar of one of her Mustard Pickles. This business was continued by the family and has grown to become one of Atlantic Canada’s most recognized products. The family, especially her husband David, would like to express sincerest gratitude to the health professionals and to the nurses and doctors in the Palliative Care unit where Helen was looked after in her remaining days. We would be delighted to have you join us for a Celebration of Helen’s Life on Monday, September 26, 2016 at 2:00pm with visitation prior to the service from 1:00pm – 2:00pm in Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting: www.ColchesterCommunity.com

 

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