AMHERST, NS The death of Lillian Waugh, of Gables Nursing Home, Amherst, occurred on Monday, August 31, 2009 in her 85th year.
Born in Salem, she was a daughter of the late Willis and Blanche (Carter) Waugh. Lillian nursed at the Saint John General ( Regional) Hospital for 38 years, retiring in 1989 and returning to the family home in Salem, NS. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, WMS and a Dominion Life Member of the UBWMU. She was a faithful member of the former member of the Rebekah Lodge, Eastern Star, Pioneer Heritage Club, Oxford and Pythian Sisters of Cedar Temple # 21 and Elizabeth Temple # 6, she was also a member of EL SHEBA # 21. She was an active member of the Travelers Singing Group.
Lillian will be sadly missed by her sister, Emma (Herbert) Boyd, Saint John, NB and several cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and a sister, Florence.
The remains have been entrusted into the care of the Furlong Jones Funeral Home, 70 Church St., Amherst (667-8777) from where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2009 at 11 am, Rev. Byron Corkum officiating. Lillian's family will meet their friends and family at a time of visitation Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 at the funeral home chapel. Pythian Sisters and Nomads will hold memorial services Tuesday at 7 pm. Memorial donations to the LA Animal Shelter or a charity of the donor's choice gratefully appreciated. www.furlongjones.ca