Kathryn 'Ignace' (McIntyre) MacIsaac
Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: July 14th, 2012
Ignace’s actions on her journey of life were always directed towards being finally embraced forever with God. This occurred on Saturday, July 14, at the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
Ignace was born in Glace Bay, and lived in the Bridgeport area until marriage. She then resided near the town centre. She was a daughter of the late Iggie (1976) and Mary (Francis) (1975) McIntyre. She was also predeceased by three siblings, Bernice (Columbus) (1978), John (Red) (1985) (Joan Boutilier) and Joe (1999) (Audrey Ferguson).
Ignace began each day with the Rosary. Her demure manner always allowed for a peaceful conclusion. She relished happy times with family, friends and small groups, shown by her contagious laugh and body language. She attended local schools, receiving her elementary education at Bridgeport School then her secondary years at St. Anne’s. One year was spent at St. Joseph’s Convent Boarding School in Mabou. She then graduated from St. Martha’s School of Nursing in Antigonish, where she received her C.N.A certificate. She worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Glace Bay, for over 25 years. She was an active member of the CWL. Serving as president for several terms. She also served on the Diocesan level as a co-person. She was a recipient of the Maple Leaf which is a special service pin. She was a eucharistic minister for many years as well. She was very involved in different work for her community.
Ignace is survived by her husband, Angus MacIsaac; sons, Sean (Dr. Rebecca Allan) Toronto and Aaron (Rachelle Young), Glace Bay; grandchildren, Emily Rose, Alexa and Molly; twin sister, Lima (wife of the late Mike) McVeigh, Glace Bay, Eileen (Roy) Hamilton, Ont., Gerald (Ruth Doss) Nepean, Ont., Billie, Michael (Evelyn Morrison), Stewart (Ann Marie MacDonald) and Brian, all of Glace Bay; too numerous to mention are cousins, nieces, nephews, extremely close friends and in-laws who will miss her dearly.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 18 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Curry’s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. A mass of resurrection will be celebrated on Thursday, July 19, at 11 a.m. in St. Anne’s Church. The Rev Leo Boone will be officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Bridgeport.
For those who wish, donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul or charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.jmcurryfuneralhome.com.
