Lunenburg, NS
August 27, 1927 - May 22, 2010

Mathila Hoskins, 82, of Lunenburg, NS passed away on Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 at her home. Born in Lourdes, NL, she was the daughter of the late John and Florence (nee Bruce) Young. Mathila spent most of her life raising her family in Boswarlos, NL and moved for a few years to Ontario, and then came to reside in 1979 to Luneburg. The warmth and friendliness of her Newfoundland spirit was always a large part of who she was. Whether in the home or the wider community, Mathila's kindness and generous love were experienced by both family and friends. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by her daughters: Mavis Smith of Bowanville, ON, Delores Labinowicz, Back Centre; sons: Calvin (Carole) Hoskins, Brampton, ON, Danny (Sheila) Hoskins, Dayspring, Charles, Brampton, ON, James (Karen) Hoskins, Blockhouse, John Hoskins, Lunenburg and Wallace Hoskins, Lunenburg; 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son, Ronald; infant son, Junior; 14 brothers and sisters and great-grandchild, Ryan. The funeral service to celebrate Mathila's life will be held on Wednesday, May 26th at 2:00 p.m at the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213 Hwy #3, Lunenburg. A second funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 29th at 2:00 p.m. from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 7 West St., Stephenville Crossing, with visitation taking place on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Interment will follow at the St. George's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website at www.fillatre.ca