Georgina Campbell "Jean" Paish

Georgina Campbell "Jean" Paish – 79, of Kentville, Kings County, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 8, 2018. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she was a daughter of the late Gregor and Charlotte (Harrison) Stewart. Jean's family moved to Montreal when she was 14. After marrying Bob, they ventured east to Nova Scotia with their boys. Jean worked alongside Bob in most of his business ventures and at Acadia University for many years. Jean was active in many programs, including Order of the Eastern Star, VCLA, Hobby Crafters, and the School Breakfast Program. She was a member of the Orchard Valley United Church and was active in the UCW and the Prayer Shawl. Jean’s life was centered around her husband, grandchildren and family, the most important things to her. Jean will certainly be missed by all of her family and friends. She is survived by four sons, Rob (Bonnie), Gibsons, BC; Mark (Robin), Kentville; Andrew, Victoria, BC; and her fourth son and favourite nephew, James (Tammy) Beatty, Coldbrook; six grandchildren, Megan, Holly, Matthew, Cameron, Taylor and Aaron; two nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 58 years, Robert "Bob"; a sister, Ellen Beatty. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation by request. The funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 15, 2018 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, Reverend Ivan Norton officiating. Donations in memory may be made to the Annapolis Valley Victorian Order of Nurses, the Canadian Red Cross or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.