Viola MacDonald
Born In: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: June 19th, 1923
Passed in: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: November 4th, 2011
We regret to announce the peaceful passing of Viola MacDonald, 88, on Friday, Nov. 4, 2011, at the Northside Community Guest Home.
Born in Florence on June 19, 1923, Viola was the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Barrie) MacDonald. She was a member of St. Stephen’s parish, Florence.
Viola spent most of her early years working in the Boston area of the United States. In her retirement, she returned to Cape Breton.
She is survived by her son, Billy (Eileen), Sydney Mines; daughter, Beth Bowen, Massachusetts; grandchildren, Amy Lyn, Andrew, Terri and Matthew; and a great-granddaughter, Abby. Also left to mourn her passing are her sisters, Mary (Mike) Garagan, Halifax, Anne Hutchinson, Digby, and Carol Johnston, North Sydney; brothers, Cecil (Selena) and Connie (Rosella), both of Sydney Mines, William (Edna), Florence, Frank (Heather), Halifax; and sisters-in-law, Nan and Donna.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Fred, Harold, Billy, Barrie, Joe, David and Edward, and sisters, Muriel, Helene, Vivian and Barbara.
At her request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral Mass celebrating her life will be held Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011, at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen’s Church, Florence, with Fr. Thomas John officiating.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca.
We are very grateful for all the kindness and care provide to Viola during her stay at the Northside Community Guest Home. God bless you all.
