MacKenzie, Florence Jane ‘Janie’ - 101, formerly of Scotsburn, passed away peacefully in the IOOF Home in Pictou, on Saturday July 4, 2015 with her cousin Chris by her side.
Janie was born in Pictou on June 12, 1914 and she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Elizabeth (Shea) Stramberg. Janie’s mum passed away when she was two and she and her two sisters were lovingly cared for by their grandparents, the late Iric & Janet (MacKean) Stramberg.
Janie attended school in Pictou. Janie loved cats and always had a “house cat,” which she looked after with great care. She was a very kind and loving person and welcomed everyone who came to visit with a cup of coffee and something to eat. Janie did sewing, knitting, crocheting and read many books. Janie enjoyed working in her garden.
Janie was the last surviving member of her family. She was predeceased by her husband David; sisters Opal Hooper (James) and Marjorie. She is survived by her cousins, Chris Ross and her family and Scott Young and his family. She is also survived by other cousins.
Visitation will be held Monday July 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday July 7 at 11 a.m. in Bethel Presbyterian Church, Scotsburn with the Rev. Lara Scholey officiating. Interment will be held in St John’s Cemetery, Scotsburn. Donations in memory of Janie may be made to a charity of your choice. Chris would like to extend a sincere thanks to her home care givers and the VON who took such great care of her at home. To the staff of the IOOF Home, Pictou, thank you for the love, care and kindness shown to Janie during her stay. To her Scotsburn neighbours, thank you for your visits, treats, and kindness shown to Janie during her years in Scotsburn.
“A Life well lived is a legacy of joy, pride and pleasure. A loving, lasting memory our grateful hearts will treasure.”