Mary Ellen Davidson

Mary Ellen (Zinck) Davidson - 91 of Halifax, passed away in the Wolfville Nursing Home on Saturday, July 2, 2011. Mary was born in Hebbs Cross, Lunenburg County to the late Melba (Cook) and William Zinck. Educated at the Halifax School for the Blind, Mary excelled in all subjects and made many friends whom she kept close during her many years. Following her education, Mary worked for the CNIB until 1950 when she married Eric Davidson. They raised three children and shared 59 wonderful, loving years together. Mary was a charter member of the Canadian Council of the Blind, Halifax Club for over 50 years and held many offices including Club President and Divisional President. Through the CCB, she worked earnestly to improve accessibility and everyday living for the blind and visually impaired. Mary was a member of United Memorial Church and a life member of the United Church Women. Her hobbies included bowling, knitting, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, reading Braille, large print and listening to talking books. Mom was a skilled knitter and will long be remembered and admired for the magnificent Christmas stockings, various sweaters, mittens and caps she knit for her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many others over the years. Mom's knitting received many awards from the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto. Mom was so very proud of her family. She measured strength, comfort, and guidance with unconditional love and respect, providing a warm and loving home. As her family expanded, Mom especially enjoyed times when everyone was together. We will always cherish Mom's wisdom, patience, proud independence and unconditional love. She was predeceased by her husband, Eric Davidson. Mary is survived by daughter, Marilyn Elliott (John), Halifax; sons, John (Debbie) Calgary; Andrew (Lisa), Lr. Sackville; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and brother, William Zinck. Special thanks to Dr. Phillips, Cathy, Joyce, Betty, Kristi, Princess and the nursing staff at Wolfville Nursing Home for providing outstanding care to our mother. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. Visitation will be held from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 2011 in Cruickshank’s Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor Street, Halifax, where the funeral service, followed by a reception, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday July 8, 2011, Reverend David Hann officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wolfville Nursing Home, United Memorial Church, CCB-Halifax Club or the charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville.