Hendry, Creusa (nee Giovannini)– Of Bedford, Nova Scotia (born in St. Lawrence NL) died peacefully at home on 15 December, 2011. The daughter of the late Kathleen (Etchegary) and Gregory Giovannini, Creusa is survived by husband Ian; daughters Cynthia Williams (Joseph), Calgary AB and Stephanie Poynter (Thomas), Boston MA; grandchildren Sarah, Henry and Annabel; sister Gemma Giovannini (Roger Green) and brother Albert; nieces and nephews Zachary, Gregory, Gina-Rae and Dylan; sister-in-law Joan; uncles Augustine (Gus) Etchegary, Leo and Rico Giovannini; aunts Ethel Everson, Margaret McDonald and Mary Jackman; cousins Etchegary, Giovannini and Poynter; and her many friends in Bedford and Newfoundland.
The family would like to offer special thanks to the oncology and palliative care teams at the Victoria General Hospital and the Victoria Order of Nursing in Halifax. Cremation has taken place, at Creusa's request. A memorial mass will take place at Corpus Christi Church, Waterford Bridge Road, St. John's NL on 29 December 2011 at 09:30.
During her career, Creusa worked across the country with three of Canada's major banks, was a devoted mother and a constant support to Ian. Creusa was a player of the violin and piano in her early years and continued her love for the piano throughout her life. Creusa was an accomplished chef, decorator, hospital volunteer and supporter of charitable organizations.
Following retirement, Creusa was an enthusiastic volunteer at the Halifax International Airport and continued to happily travel the world. Despite having resided in every continent save Antarctica, she remained a staunch and proud Canadian. Her continued resolve and pragmatic approach to life, despite the hardships of her last three years, will be forever remembered. Creusa’s winning smile and friendly demeanour made friends wherever she went and will be sincerely missed.
In lieu of flowers we would appreciate donations, in Creusa’s memory, to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences can be offered through the Telegram's online obituary page.