Bertha HODDER
Passed on: June 9th, 2018
Bertha gracefully passed away on June 9, 2018 surrounded by her two daughters, Bernice and Dolores. Bertha was born on December 28, 1925 in Newfoundland. The daughter of the late Fred and Elizabeth (Noble) Cheffey.
Bertha was a pillar of strength and courage to her family and community. Formerly from Gannon Street, Glace Bay, she was a long-time member of the Friendly Neighbourhood Club, a member of St. Mary’s Anglican Church and a charter member of St. Mary’s A.C.W. for over 70 years acting as president for many of those years. Bertha will be remembered for her outstanding generous hospitality, her strong faith and for making a great cup of tea.
Bertha is survived by her two daughters, Bernice MacIsaac, Victoria, BC and Dolores (Alan) Wilson, Glace Bay; her seven grandchildren, Michelle (John) Baird, Scott (Pamela) MacIsaac, Blaise (Nicole) Wilson, Jamey (Jane) MacIsaac, Shauna (Ian) Johnston, Alison (Mark) Hoogland and Blair (Kat) MacIsaac, and by 13 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by one sister, Dora Pardy, NL and many special nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Harry in 1970; sisters, Lillian, Susie and May; brothers, William and Thomas, and son-in-law, Alexander (Sandy) MacIsaac.
Many thanks to the staff of Seaview Manor who treated her with care and laughter. To Dr. Mark Elleker for his compassionate care for the four years she spent at the Manor.
Visitation will take place at Patten Funeral Home in Glace Bay on Tuesday, June 12 from 2-4 and 7-9, Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Glace Bay with Rev. Myrna MacMullin officiating. Interment to follow in St. Mary’s Church Cemetery.
Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.pattenfuneral.com. Family flowers only. If desired, donations in Bertha’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.
Mom, we will miss you. You will live and be loved in our hearts.
