CROWELL, Shirley Orpha - age 94 of Kemptville, NS passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Saviour on July 4, 2016 at the Yarmouth Health Centre. Born in Kemptville July 22, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Stella (Roberts) Crowell. Shirley was a member of the Faith Baptist Church. She enjoyed serving the Lord faithfully; she loved music, especially singing. At 42 years old she was widowed and raised her family, overcoming many obstacles & managed to live independently in her own home until her death. She managed her own blueberry fields for several years, cooked at Oakhill Cabins hunting camp and helped families by looking after children when someone needed the help. She enjoyed being with her children, grandchildren and attending many family gatherings. She loved to go to the Senior Day Program at the Kemptville United Baptist Church and always talked about the friendship she shared there. She is survived by sons, Harold (Yvonne), Gerald (Linda) of Kemptville, David (Diane) of Deerfield; brother, Arthur Jr. (Gladys) Crowell of Kemptville; 8 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Eugene Crowell; brothers Earl, Calvin, Eldon, Neil; sisters Clara Crowell & Vera Mood. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home and Crematorium, Yarmouth. Visitation was held Wednesday, July 6th, from 7-9 pm at the Kemptville United Baptist Church. A funeral service was held Thursday, July 7th at 2:30 pm in the Kemptville United Baptist Church, Rev. Rick Warner officiated. Burial took place at the East Kemptville Cemetery.
Donations in memory may be made to the East Kemptville Cemetery, Yarmouth Food Bank or Charity of Choice.