Deley, Margaret Elizabeth, 85, of Brookfield and formerly of Bible Hill, passed away peacefully, Sunday, at Elk Court Shannex, Brookfield. Born in Truro, Margaret was raised by the late Bert and Sarah Walton and their family in Bible Hill. She was a former school teacher, graduating from the Nova Scotia Normal College Truro, moving to Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, where she began teaching. It was there she became bilingual, and continued speaking French sometimes up to her passing. She loved to write poetry and stories about her friends as well as her own life. Also loved reading, a good discussion with others, listening to all kinds of music, nature, and getting out for drives. She was a resident of Elk Court in Brookfield for the past year and a half. Margaret was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, Mike Delay. No visitation by request. A graveside service and interment will be held 10 am Thursday, June 9, in the Robie Street Cemetery Truro, with Rev. Donna Lawrence officiating. No flowers by request. Donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to St. David’s United Church Bible Hill, or to a charity of your choice. Margaret’s friends would like to thank the superb staff at Elk Court in Brookfield, for all their compassionate and special care given to Margaret during her stay there. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence can be sent to the family by viewing Margaret’s obituary and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com