MELANSON, Anne Marie - 81, Tideview Terrace, Digby, formerly of Lewiston Rd., Ashmore and born at Cape St. Mary’s, Digby Co., NS. Mom is finally at rest, March 14, 2016 after contending with Alzheimer’s disease for many years. She was predeceased by mother, Theresa (Robicheau); father, Louie J. Comeau; brother, Robert Comeau; husband, Adolph J. Melanson; grandson, Shawn and great grandchildren Colten and Katrina. Surviving are sons, Wayne (Debbie), Digby; Robert (Karen), Meteghan River and daughters, Elaine (Harvey) Melanson, Linda (Claude Doucet), Pauline (Robert Sweeney), all of Lewiston Rd.; Gertrude (Stewart Sweeney) Yarmouth; Donna (Nelson) Titus, East Ferry; Monica Gillings, Winnipeg, Manitoba; Louise (Keith Deveau), Meteghan River. Anne’s large family has multiplied to date with 23 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren. We have many memories of our mother’s simple life of raising children, enjoying the outdoors, rabbit snaring, fishing, clamming and walking the beach. Mom enjoyed good times with family and friends, playing cards, music and sharing rappie pie. She taught herself to quilt and crochet and many people now have her handiwork in their homes. Heartfelt thanks to the staff, for the care given to our mother during her stay at Tideview Terrace. No visitation at Anne’s request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of H. M. Huskilson’s Funeral Homes and Crematorium, Yarmouth. A funeral Mass was held at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Queen St., Digby NS, at 11 a.m., Friday, March 18th, 2016, Father Tom Kurudeepan OMI officiated. A gathering of family and friends followed in the Parish Hall. Private burial service followed. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to Tideview Terrace Bus Fund, Gilbert’s Cove Lighthouse or to a charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be made to dmelan55@gmail.com.