Emma Matthews
Born In: Bras d'Or
Passed in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
We the family are saddened to announce the passing of a dear wife and mother, Emma, at Toronto General Hospital, surrounded by her family.
Born in Bras d'Or, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Emma Penny.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years Les Matthews; children, Ricky (Laura) Penny, Nancy (Daryl) Sproul, Kim (Owen) Sullivan, Leslie (Laurie); also survived by a very special grandson, Christopher Matthews; by 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren who were also special to her; brothers and sisters, Berg (Katherine), Stewie (Noreen), Gertie Bonnar, Debbie (Oscar) Arsenault.
She was predeceased by her brother Tren, sisters ,Jane Hannigan, Hilda Marsh, Joyce MacPhee, Mable Osmond, Delores MacDougall and her in-laws, Les and Jean Matthews.
Service will be held Monday, March 10, 2014, at 11 a.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines, with Rev. S. Lemoine officiating. Luncheon to follow in the church hall.
Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made to Haley Street Adult Centre or a charity of choice.
