It is with heavy hearts that the family of Bernice Hall announce her passing at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, NS on Saturday, December 23, 2017, at the age of 78 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her children: Theresa (Ray) Christopher, Ignatius (Judy), Ramona, Rosa (Sean) House, Francis, Gerard, Anthony (Karen), Edward (Lillian), 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Phyllis (Art) Keeping, Beatrice Wells, Gladys Budgell, Florrie Norman and Ted Budgell. Also leaving to mourn is a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, extended family and friends. A viewing was held at Cruikshanks Funeral Home, Halifax, NS, on December 28, 2017. In keeping with Bernice's wishes, cremation has taken place with internment at a later date.