Rector, Gail Robina, 70, Salmon River, affectionately known as Nanny Gail. It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of mom due to complications following surgery on Thursday, July 22, 2010, in Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Milton, Queen's County, she was a daughter of the late Claude and Ruth (Rhyno) Martin. Gail moved to Truro at the age of eighteen where she went to work for Woolworth's Store, leaving to raise her family including many foster children. She later went to work for Stanfield's Ltd. Mom had a great love for animals and rescued many. Gail also enjoyed knitting, crossword puzzles and gardening.
She is survived by sons, Marty Robbins (Elizabeth), Salmon River, Col. Co., James Robbins (Dawn), North River; daughters, Anita Wilson (Jack), North River, Laura-Lee Reid (Allen), Truro; grandchildren, Maurice, Ronnie, Corey, Adam, Kyle, Mike, Chris, Haley; great-granddaughter Aleah; brother Clyde Martin (Sandra), Milton Queen's Co.; sister Mrs. June Hurtle, Liverpool; several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles Rector; sister Shirley Laing; special nephew Brian.
No visitation by family request. A private family graveside service will take place at a later date with Pastor Steve Adams officiating. No flowers by request. Donations in mom's memory may be made to the Animal Rescue Coalitions, Canadian Diabetes Association or to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Fund. An open reception will take place on Sunday after 3 pm at the home of Marty Robbins, 5 Beverly Avenue, Salmon River. Arrangements are under the directions of Mattatall~Varner Funeral Home, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the "Guest Book" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com <http://www.mattatallvarnerfh.com/> .