Brown – Margaret Irene, age 96, of Hunt’s Point, Queens County, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on April 19, 2016 .
She was born December 28, 1919 at Beech Hill Farms, Nova Scotia to Eugene and Mary (MacLean) Clancy.
Margaret always spoke fondly about her early years spent in Thurston Harbour, British Columbia. At the age of twelve after her father’s death, she and her family returned to Nova Scotia. She worked in Halifax, Toronto and then Windsor, Ontario where she married Lawrence Brown and raised her family, but, coming home to Nova Scotia was always her dream. Dream became reality at Hunt’s Point where she operated Franola Gift Shop for twenty years until 1994.
Margaret will be remembered for her steadfast love of her family, her passion for cooking (especially blueberry muffins) and was often described as feisty, full of life and a person with a generous heart. She received great joy from the visits of family and friends and just being in what became known as her “nest” at Hunt’s Point.
She will be greatly missed by her daughters Jeanie, Mary and chosen daughter Mary Kate. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her husband Lawrence, brother Russell, sisters, Bernadette Hersey, Doreen Cadotte and June Squire.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. At Margaret’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VON or charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
Special thanks to her team Barbara Evans, Sherry Miller, Debbie and Joe Fraser, Danny Batushin, Dr. Mogan, VON, EHS, and Queens General staff. We couldn’t have done it without you.
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Donna and David Dicks
Jeanie and Mary, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Our sincere sympathy to the family. Take care.
Sherri Miller
Jeanie and Mary: I will certainly miss your mom! sometimes she wasn’t glad to see me but after a while it all worked out well.I will miss her terribly,she was a joy to be around,I loved her dearly!Keep her memories close.She will never be forgotten.Love you all.
Pat and Coleen Ryan
Jeanie and Mary, Please know that we are thinking of you both. Margaret was a real treasure and certainly lived her life with gusto! We loved her sense of humour and we know how much you will miss her. She created a lot of memories in those 96 years.
Pat and Coleen
DonnaLeigh (Samuels) West
Jeanie and Mary – much love to you both – I look back fondly and with the best memories of my summers growing up and spending them with you all – Mrs B was a wonderful lady!
Shirley Shot
Jeanie and Mary, so sorry to read of your mom’s passing. She will be remembered by those who knew her. God Bless
Joan Cooper
Hi Jean,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My sincere sympathy to you and your sister.
You are in my thoughts,
Joan
Wendy (Smith) MacAdams
Jeanie & Mary
I was so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please know that you are being thought of at this very difficult time. Take care.
Howard & Charlotte Callahan
Dear Jeanie and Mary,
We know how lucky your Mom was to have you both. We remember her as a warm and welcoming person. Even though you didn’t always live close by,Jeanie, as Mary did, we know your heart was.
Please accept our condolences. May your Mom’s strong spirit continue to be of comfort.
Armand Gaudette
Dear Jeanie and Mary,
My deepest sympathies to you with the passing of your mother. I will sit and talk with my mother to let her know that one of her most dearest friends has moved on. (((Hugs))) to you both.
Susan Covert
Jeannie and Mary
Julie and I are so sorry to learn of “mrs.B’s death.” Have many good memories, among them blueberriy muffins.
Thinking of you both with love
Take care
Susan
Carroll Coffill
Dear Jean and Mary, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I hope the memories of her love and her strong personality will give you both comfort and the occasional smile. Stephen and I both send you condolences and hugs.
With love,
Carroll
Lorraine MacGowan
Jeanie and Mary my deepest condolences on your Mom’s passing. She was a bright spot here in Hunts Point who will be missed by many. I’ll be “just across the way” if you need anything.
Lorraine MacGowan
Tish Fisher
Dear Jeanie and Mary ,
So sorry for your loss, Sincerely , Tish Fisher .
Dwayne, Karen, and Chris Huskins
Dear Jeanie and Mary,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are always in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Corey Silver
Mary and Jean so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I always enjoyed being in her presence. Whether it was when I was working for you or waiting on you guys at Sobeys. Take care. Big hugs!
Helen Wigglesworth
Dear Jeanie and Mary:-
I was so sorry to read of your Mother’s passing, please accept
my sincere condolences.
Helen Wigglesworth
Kathy Trites
To Jeanie and Mary,
My deepest sympathies are with you at this time. Your mom was a fun, feisty lady with a wicked sense of humour. I remember lots of good chats with her through the years.
hugs to you both
Vince Brown
Jeanie, Mary
Sorry to read of your mother’s passing. The coffee’s at your home were always a point of sanity on my trips home…………..
Jim & Jacqueline Peach
Jeanie & Mary we send our deepest condolences to you. We know she is at peace & now with the Lord. She gave you lots of memories to keep in your heats. If I can do anything for you I am just a phone call away. May God give you the comfort you need to help you through this valley.
Don and Jan Davis
Don and I send our condolences to your family. We are glad we were able to see her on Face Time recently.
Cheryl Meredith
Jeanie, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. May the many special memories of her and your time together bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Gillespie
“A mom’s hug lasts long after she lets go.” Author unknown.
Thinking of you.
Gary Jenner
Dear Jeanie and Mary,
Wonderful times in Hunts Point will be remembered with both of you and your Mother. Marg was a delight to visit and spend time with. A wonderful cook with lots of humour and wit. Her presence was felt and enjoyed by many.
Donna Jollimore
Dear Jeanie and Mary:
It is always so hard to lose your Mother. Keep your memories close to give you comfort. Remember, the love is always there and she is always watching over you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Warm Regards,
Donna.
Ursula MacKinnon
Dear Jean: Sorry to hear of your loss. We are luckier than most to have had one or more of our parents so long with us, but it’s still so hard to say goodbye. Thinking of you.
Ursula MacKinnon
Patty Peach & John Theriau
Out hearts go out to you, Mary and Jeannie. You have so many awesome memories of your mom to hold close to your hearts. Thanks so much for letting me know Jean, I really appreciated hearing it from you… I remember all the laughs we had while playing cards with Marg… She was so very witty and funny and quick with her comeback remarks… I’m sure the ladies are all together now, playing a good ole game of cards…. Those are the fond memories I hold dear… God bless you all and Rest In Peace Marg…. I will smile every time I think of the visits and card games we had over the years …. God Bless
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Our Condolences to the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
wanda Montgomery
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady. Hugs to you