Ann Christine Ivany
81, Whitney Pier With hope eternal and a great sense of loss, we announce the passing of a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Ann Christine Ivany of Whitney Pier. Ann was the loving wife and soulmate of the late Walter Ivany. She passed away at home on Tuesday, July 8, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Mom was the daughter of the late Angus and Lena (Crane) Walker of Whitney Pier. Mom was employed for many years at MacGillivray Guest Home. Her deep sense of kindness and compassion for those entrusted to her care was evident to all. She was also very active in the St. John Ambulance Brigade; volunteering many hours at events. She embraced life in a very cheerful and outgoing way; she saw the good in all and as a result, made many fast and lifelong friends. Surviving are her loving daughters, Judy (David) Myatt, Halifax, Patricia Ivany, Linda (Norman) Williams, Debbie (Edward) Davis, each of Whitney Pier; her only son, Walter (Charlene), Baddeck; grandchildren, Ann, Mark Alishia, Matthew, Katie, Brent, Christa, Courtney and Emily; great-granddaughter, Madyson; many nieces and nephews and her loving canine companion, Angie. Also surviving are sisters, Elsie, Violet, Lena and Eleanor; brothers, Winston and David. Mom was predeceased by her loving husband of 61 years, Walter, brothers, Ira, Lloyd, George and Angus and sister, Catherine. In keeping with Mom’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at St. Alban’s Anglican Church, Friday, 2 p.m., with Rev. Stacey LeMoine officiating. Interment in Eastmount Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Alban’s Anglican Church, Palliative Care or charity of choice. A mother’s love never dies, it blooms eternal! Forever in our hearts. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca.
