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Mary Velma Alders

1927-2018

Mary Velma Alders

Mary Velma Alders - age 90, of New Minas, passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018 in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Woodside, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Bertha (Huntley) Blois. She had been employed as a telephone operator with MT&T for 35 years.  Mary was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where she held the position of church librarian as well as a primary teacher. She was also a volunteer at the Valley Regional Hospital Gift Shop. In her earlier years, Mary enjoyed attending country music concerts and blueberry picking. She is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Darlene Alders, New Minas; a sister, Joan Munroe, Mountain Lea Lodge, Bridgetown; nephew, Malcolm Munroe, Woodside; and niece-in-law, Geneva Munroe, Black Rock. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Marjorie Blois; nephew David Munroe; brothers, Clayton, Keith, Maurice and Leeland. There will be no visitation, by request. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Kentville, First Counselor Roy Bush officiating. The family would appreciate a scent free environment. Burial will take place in the Hillaton Cemetery, Hillaton. Donations in memory may be made to charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. 

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Service Date
Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Service Time
2:00 p.m.
Service Location
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Visitation
There will be no visitation, by request

Burial Location
Hillaton Cemetery, Kings County, NS

Requested Charity
Charity of your choice