Mary Marguerite Hamm
Passed on: November 7th, 2016
Mary Marguerite Hamm, age 80 of Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully in her daughter's arms on Monday, November 7, 2016. Daughter of the late Catherine (MacDonald) and Joseph Allen MacNeil. She grew up in Iona, Cape Breton and was a descendant of the MacDonald family of St. Peters. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William and daughter, Mary in infancy. They welcomed all into their home and the tea was always on. She is survived by her three children, Linda (Gerald Murphy), Wilena (Gerald Arcand) and William (Sharon); granddaughters, Alysha (Corey Kinden) and Lindsay along with the newest joy of her life great granddaughter, Alexa. Music was an important part of family life. Her brother John and wife Sheila MacNeil of Halifax were with her and her daughters on Monday at the VG hospital where they listened to the beautiful music played and sung by Erin. Marg was a faithful member of Saint John Vianney church; she ministered communion at Sagewood nursing home in Lr. Sackville. Marg was a kind giving person who instilled these qualities in her children and grandchildren. Alysha and Lindsay enjoyed baking and cooking with Nanny. There were always sweets in the tins. If you dropped by she would have a lunch on the table without you knowing it. She will be sadly missed by her many friends and extended family. All who knew her were blessed. Visitation will be held Sunday November 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Home, Lr. Sackville with Funeral Services on Monday, November 14 at 1 p.m., Saint John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, reception to follow.
The family would like to thank Northwood home care, Palliative and the VON for their caring support at home, along with 8-3 nursing staff of the QEII and VG Palliative Care Unit. Donations to Diabetic Society, Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting the website www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com and selecting the Sackville Chapel.
