Evelyn Rebecca
Keddy - 102, formerly of Aaldersville, Lunenburg County, passed away
peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 17, 2012 in
Blomidon Court, Greenwich. Born in South Alton, she was a daughter of
the late Charles and Lillian (Sweet) Dorey. She was a loving mother,
grandmother, great grandmother, homemaker and friend. She was a very
active member of St. James Anglican Church, Aaldersville and had been
a pillar of the community. She is survived by five daughters, Freda
(companion Ken) Russell, Mansfield Mass., USA; Greta Sweet,
Aaldersville; Carolyn (Gordon) Willis, St. Hubert, Quebec; Mona (Paul)
Harrod, Lower Sackville; Eileen Colwell, HRM; three sons, Gardner
(Shirley) Keddy, Aaldersville; Vernon (Ruby) Keddy, North Alton;
Gordon (June) Keddy, North Alton; two sisters, Jessie Farrell and
Gertrude Nickerson, both of HRM; a brother, Walter (Marion) Dartmouth;
31 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; 24 great great
grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her
husband Guy; a daughter, Ada (James) Grant; grandchildren, Wayne,
Debbie, Jerry, and Danny; a sister, Edith; three brothers, George,
Howard, and Gordon; two sons-in-law, Calvin Russell and Vincent Sweet.
Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday June 19,
2012 in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville, where the funeral
service followed by a reception will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday June
20, 2012. Student Minister Nicole
Uzans assisted by Mrs. Peggy Hamlin officiating. Burial will take
place in St. James Anglican Church Cemetery, Aaldersville.
Donations in memory may be made to
St. James Cemetery or the charity of your choice. Funeral
arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and
Cremation Services, Kentville. On-line inquiries or condolences may be
directed to
www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com.
Condolences
Dear Eileen and families:
I am so saddened to hear of your moms passing.
I was so blessed to have the pleasure of taking care of Evelyn. Over the past six weeks she showed just how strong she was and all the love and support she had from her familiy truly makes this a great lose. Please accept my condolences and Im sure she is resting peacefully. Hugs to all at this hard time.
— Heather LeBlanc- CCA Blomidon Court
Sincere sympathy to the family of the late Mrs Keddy.
— Joyce & Milton Hiltz
It was a privilege to have had the opportunity to know and care for Evelyn from time to time. She was a sweet lady with a big smile for everyone. Most definitley admired. She will be fondly remembered by all.
My sincere condolences to family and friends.
May you rest in peace, "Little One".
— Shelley Harvey, C.C.A
Our sincerest condolences to the family of the late Evelyn R. Keddy. She will always being lovingly remembered in our hearts and prayers! We are so happy to be able to spend some time with Evelyn and family at The Blomidon Court recently.
— Robert and Arlene Naugler
My prayers are sent to you and your family members at this difficult time. Mothers are special people whose love and affection are unending. May everyone gain strength knowing that your Mom lived a long life, caring and loving until her final time with you. Take care of each other during this difficult time. Love, prayers and thoughts go out to you.
— Anita LaPlante
Sorry to hear about the passing of a Grandmother,Mom,Aunt,and sister.Thinking of all you in this time.xo
— Ted and Kelly Mahar
Kim and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
— Debbe Isnor
Dear Family
No words can express just what a special lady your Mom was and it was our honor to have known her and her family, she will be greatly missed by all. Our prayers are with you at this time
— Gwen Debbie and Gordon Arnold
Please accept my condolences on your loss.
I found comfort in the hope the Bible offers for our loved ones at Psalms 37:29 which says, "The righteous themselves will possess the earth, and they will reside forever upon it."
We are assured by God in His Word the Bible, that after the earth is cleansed of current troubled conditions, it will be restored to a paradise like the Garden of Eden as He originally purposed. Then our loved ones can return to life on earth in good health. (Isaiah 33:24)
Then there will be no more sorrow or pain as we are promised at Revelation 21:4. It reads, "He will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
I hope these words will bring you a measure of solace in your time of loss.
— Sandra Sullivan
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Gladys Marryatt (nee Sweet), Andrew, Pearl (nee Marryatt) and Kendra Flemings
— Gladys Marryatt
Dear Vernon & Ruby,
I am so sad to hear that Grammie passed away. She was such a sweet lady who made me feel very welcome in your family. She was so much to so many people. She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you as always.
Love Cheryl
— Cheryl Graves
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to all of you in the passing of your mother and grandmother. I trust that knowing she is with her Lord and the long life He granted her will give you all some comfort at this difficult time. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
sincerely Hazel, Lower Sackville
— Hazel Janowitz
I was shocked to hear of Evelyn's passing when I got home from work tonight at 7PM. It's hard to begin to imagine all the things and changes she would have witness having lived to be 102! However, one can be certain her's was a life well lived! Thinking of you all. Love Paul,Marisa and family.
— Paul Bezanson
Dear Gramma,
I am so sad that you have past. You were a wonderful person and a lady to look up too. I will miss you dearly, and you will never be forgotten. Love your great grandaughter, Dawn Evelyn Grant xxoo
— Dawn Evelyn Grant
Gordon and June,we wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your Mom was a lovely lady, always so full of laughter and fun. She has lived a long and memorable life. May God walk with you as you feel her absence.
Your friends, Trudy and Barry
— Trudy and Barry Ward
So sorry for your loss, Evelyn was such a spunky little lady, My grandmother and I will miss seeing her at Bingo :(
Jaime MacCumber and Betty Connor
— Jaime MacCumber
My thoughts and prayers are with the family today as we say good-bye to an amazing woman. It was a privelege and honor to have been Evelyn's caregiver. I know that the support and love of this family, will help you all through this difficult time. Evelyns smile will always be remembered. Hugs to you all.
— Adele Taylor
My sincere sympathy.
— Allen Lowthers
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Evelyn must have been a very special lady to live to be 102 years old. Love George & Pat Martin
— Pat & George Martin
So shocked to just see this in the paper. She sure was a lovely person. I knew her all my life and she had quite an impression on me. Can't forget her great cookies she made us
either.
— may crocker
On behalf of the CAICC ( and myself personally),we extend our sympathies to you and your families at this time of sorrow . May you cherish the many fond memories you have stored up in your minds and hearts. God Bless
Teresa
— teresa steeves
Gardiner, Vernon,..and families. It is with deep regret that we are, just now today, learning of the death of your dear mother.
Her wit, and many talents are alive in our memories of her, as we spent many hours in her living room at various family occasions.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Gerald and Geraldine Grant, Summerside PEI
— Gerald B. Grant
So sad to hear of your mum's passing. She certainly lived a long eventful life. She is finally at her heavenly home. It was so nice that she was able to remain in her own home for most of her earthly days. Both of you take care, and God bless. So sorry we could not make it to her service but Covert had an appointment. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and the entire family.
— Gwen Huntley and family
To the families of Evelyn Keddy, We send our deepest
sympathies of your loss of a wonderful person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
From Cousin Lois and PJ Toronto Ontario
— Lois Legere (Grant) and PJ Legere
I just learned of Evelyn's passing on the weekend. What a beautiful woman of great character she was. I asked her once what her secret to living a long life was and she responded that she never really "got upset" about things. Her wonderful smile and how she greeted each and everyone in the Shannex dining room will always be remembered. It's a wonderful thought to know how many of her gifted tea towels are spread throughout kitchens in the valley keeping her memory alive.
Love to all her family.
Susan Tucker CCA
— Susan Tucker
