Breen, Edith “Edie” Mable – 83, Truro, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2018 with her loving family at her side in The Mira, Truro after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimers. Born in Merland, Antigonish County, she was a daughter of the late Francis and Bernadette (Breen) Tramble.
Edie was employed at Stanfields for 38 years and was a member of the Salvation Army Church where she made many friends. Edie had a heart of gold, giving what little she had to others. She was an animal lover and enjoyed the companionship of several cats throughout her life.

Edie is survived by her daughter, Daphne Neil, Hilden; grandson, Chad, Truro; brother, Charles (Pauline), Fredericton; sister, Mary Brown, Truro; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank; son-in-law, Richard; brother-in-law, Ken.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Mira for their excellent loving care of Edie.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall-Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where a funeral service will be held 2 pm Thursday, January 11, 2018, Major Bruce Jennings officiating. Interment will be at a later date in Hilden Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Edie to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or the SPCA Colchester Branch. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Edie’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com