CONRAD – Erma Deanne, 85, of Charleston, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 25, 2020, in Ryan Hall, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.
Born in Charleston, Erma was a daughter of the late Elisha Hastings and Lillian (Firth) Parnell.
In Erma’s younger years, she was a member of the Hollow Log Rifle and Pistol Club, where she earned the Dominion Marksmanship. Erma was an active member of the Anglican Church Guild and also taught Sunday School. A devoted homemaker raising nine children, she still found time to enjoy walking, going to the beach, dancing, music, flowers, feeding the birds and bowling. If Erma could, she would adopt every baby she came upon and was most happy when surrounded by her family.
Erma is survived by her daughters Wendy Skinner of Lacombe, AB., Shelley (Kevin) Deveau of East Port Medway, N.S., sons Jody (Kathleen Naylor) of Chester Grant, N.S., Blake (Joanne Wentzell) of Charleston, N.S., Neal (Wendy Kelly – Conrad) of Dartmouth, N.S., Scott (Victoria) of Mill Village, N.S., Corey(Tina) of Mill Village, N.S., Reid (Bonnie) of Portuguese Cove, N.S., and Darren of Vogler’s Cove, N.S., eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren., brothers Wallace of Cookville, N.S., and Douglas (Judy) of Charleston, N.S.
Besides her parents, Erma was predeceased by her husband Carmon, son Dale, sisters Mildred Woodsworth, Esther Delong, Elsie Freeman, Edra Wentzell and brothers Malcolm, Ross, Arthur and Leon.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, N.S. A private graveside service will take place in New Charleston Cemetery at a later date. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society. To share memories and condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Anna-Stell Vaughn
To Erma’s family we are sending our deepest sympathy. May precious memories bring you comfort at this sad and difficult time.
Sincerely, Anna-Stell and Jordan
Joy McDonald
Conrad family,
So sorry to hear of Erma’s passing. I grew up with Erma’s older children and my children grew up with the younger ones. She certainly had a full life.
Darlene Connolly
To all of Erma’s family
So sorry to read that Erma has passed away. Sincere condolences to all.
Judith Maillett
To the Conrad family, so sorry to see your Mom has passed away. Erma was one of the most kindness people to us kids ever. She always had a smile & a kind word to everyone. I know her last few years haven’t been the best but she is flying high with the Angels now meeting up with all the family & friends who went before her free of pain. Rest in peace.
Amy Croft
To all the family, please accept my sincere condolences on your mom’s passing. I know she was a special lady and will be missed. Remember the good things. She will be with you allways.
David and Helen
So very sorry. sending condolences to the family. Erma was a very nice person.
Marie Wambolt
To all of Erma’s family
I was saddened to read of Erma’s passing. Although I have not seen Erma in years growing up in Charleston we were good friends. As a young girl I spent many days visiting with her ,Carman and family. She welcomed everyone with open arms. The memories you have of your mom will help get you through the difficult days.Condolences to all. Rest In Peace my Friend .
Shirley Melanson
Our days spent as.neighbors were a special part of your mother’s and my life.in Charleston.It has been a long good bye but your mom has gone to be with your dad. My condolences to the.family
Darlene Trimm
To the family, Sorry to hear of Erma passing .I remember her sitting in her lawn chair soaking up the sun and how she walked around the river with her black dog . Keep your memories close to your hearts. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Darlene Trimm
Aneta (Sipley) Prime
We are all so very sorry to hear about your Mom. Our sincere sympathies to you all.
BOBBY and Debbie Hirtle
So sorry for your loss Erma will be sadly missed .
Jane Colp-Hansen
I bowled with Erma for many years and will always have fond memories of her.
Donald Inness
Sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing.
Norman and Bonnie
To all the family:
So sorry to read that Erma has passed away. We send our sincere condolences at this sad time. She was a special person.
Bonnie
marilyn Johnson
sorry to hear thinking of the family hugs to all
Suzanne Verge
Suzanne and Dale Verge..to the Conrad family ..so sorry to hear about Aunt Ermas passing .our prayers and thoughts are with you
Gail Crouse Jollimore
so sadened to hear of Erma passing, my love to u all, she was an amazing lady, her home was always open to everyone , i loved to visit ,,and i so fondly remember her coming up home to visit with mom in my younger years, I will always charish the time we had with her, may she RIP, GOD BLESS XO
Diana Croft
Sincere condolences to all the Conrad family. Your mother was a great lady and a dear friend.
Frank and Darlene Vaughn
Our deepest sympathies to Erma’s family. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed by many.
Annette Conrad
To all of Aunt Erma’s family, please accept my condolences on her passing. May you find peace in all of the good memories you shared over the years.
Deborah Conrad
To the Family
My condolences so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I have very fond memories of time spent at your home growing up in Charleston
Nancy Anthony
To the family: My sincere sympathy to all of you at this time. She is now at peace. Nancy
Donnie & Brenda Vaughn
This lady was such a terrific person..I have so many fond memories of her..A real lady in every sense & in every way..So sorry for your loss !! Please know you all are in our hearts & prayers..God Bless !!
Todd J Hannam
Condolences To The Family
Sincerely
Todd J Hannam
Donna,Fred,Ben,Dillon
Sorry to hear your mom passed away.I spent many a days there when we were growing up.Keep the memories close to your hearts and they will help you through this most difficult time.Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paul Trimm
I send my sincerest condolences to the family.May GOD BLESS you all.I fondly remember the village and think of everyone I grew up with.
Sherri &Dennis Harrington
To all the Family,
So sorry for your loss, your Mom was a special lady, spent many good times at your home. Take care and know that others share your sorrow.❤️
The Rev'd. Canon Lisa Vaughn
Erma was one of my Sunday School teachers at All Saints’, Mill Village (former Parish of Eagle Head) and long-time neighbours. I remember her fierce love for her family and hospitality. Be assured my prayers for Erma’s family.
Rest eternal grant to her, O Lord.
And let light perpetual shine upon her.
May her soul,
and the souls of all the departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
Kelly Inness
Corey, Tina and family,
My sincere condolences on your family’s loss.
Daphne Albert
We have many fond memories of visiting with Aunt Erma. She will be remembered with love.
Our condolences to all her family and friends.
Daphne, Robert, Emily and Sarah Albert
Barbara Burns
To all the Family,
So very sorry to see this today. Sending my heartfelt condolences to all of you as you mourn the loss of this wonderful lady, and a special Mother who raised a beautiful family. Memories are precious and I’m sure you have many. Take care of each other and know that so many are thinking of you at this difficult time. ❤️❤️
Randy crouse
To all of erma,s family so sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you randy and valerie crouse
Bernice and Bill Naylor
To all the Conrad family members we wish to send our sincere condolences for the passing of your mother. We wish we could have had a chance to know her better. But we are forever grateful that she ‘shared’ Jody with our family. Thank you Erma. Rest in Peace.
Kathy Parnell
Heartfelt Condolences from Tom & I. As a child, I envied the Conrad family, kids everywhere. So many wonderful memories.
Kathy Parnell & Tom Stephenson
Kernersville NC
Kathy Parnell
Heartfelt Condolences from Doug & Judy Parnell, Charleston NS. May Erma rest in peace.
Bob and Lorraine (Shupe) Quinn
Cory and the family:
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.
Philip Anthony
To the family of Erma,
Sorry to read of her passing, although I realize she was not living a quality life.
I have fond memories of Erma. Please accept my condolences.
Nina Vaughn Cooper
My heartfelt sympathies to the Conrad family. Erma was such an amazing lady in every sense of the word. I have SO many fond memories of “growing” up in your yard as much as my own and with a heavy
tear in my eye please know my heart is with you all during this most difficult time……..xoxoxox
Doris Lohnes Schnare
To the Conrad family, So sad to hear of the passing of your Mom, but I know that she is now at peace. I always admired her for her deligence and love in raising her nine children. Thinking of all of you. Love Doris
Julia Zwicker Trachsel
My parents, Vernon and Ardath Zwicker, would come to stay at Bernard Zwicker’s up the road in August. I have fond memories of visiting Erma’s place when Wendy and I were friends as children, although Neal, Shelly, and Blake were also in the mix of playmates as well. The younger kids were part of the picture if I was at their place.
I remember Erma as always being in the kitchen, cooking up something or taking care of a baby. But sometimes she’d be taking a well deserved coffee/tea break. Despite how busy she was, Erma was never too busy to chat with me, a little girl who liked to talk and ask questions. Her backyard was a fun playground of naturally occurring boulders and trees-a great place for hide and seek and outdoor play. I always felt welcomed there.
She will always be alive in my memory, as will all her children, from Neal down to the youngest. May she Rest In Peace after a life well lived. Julia Zwicker Trachsel, Victoria, BC
Wanda Baron
I have many beautiful memories of visits to Aunt Erma throughout my life.
Afternoons spent outside her house soaking up the sun. Family picnics at Beach Meadows beach or on the Wentzell lawn.
Many afternoons filled with gossip and tall tales as we walked around Church Square then over the Mill Village bridge and escaping to the tranquilitý of the Mill Village East Road to circle back upon ourselves. Not only did she do this walk with myself but she also walked it with my mother when she was still alive and I know she walked with others and her daughter Shelly in later years. Aunt Erma was always a lady on the go. She liked to go out to teas with her circle of Charleston gals and spend sunny afternoons at Beach Meadows Beach with my mom walking the beach looking for shells and enjoying the salt air .
When my mom died we were both feeling that loss and Aunt Erma was there to put her arms around me and comfort me in my sorrow and I in turn comforted her. I loved her very much. Rest in peace dear Aunt Erma you will be remembered fondly. Love your niece Wanda
Our Deepest Sympathy to All her family and friends. May you find comfort in your precious memories. John & Wanda Baron
Iva & Derek Wagstaff
To Erma’s family: We send our deepest sympathies and hope all your wonderful memories of happier times bring you comfort today and in the future.
Sincerely, Iva & Derek Wagstaff
Eleanor Connolly
To the Conrad family I and my family offer our condolences in the passing of Erma.
Judy and Harold Zwicker
We are sending our Deepest Sympathies on the passing of your Mom and Grandmother
She was a wonderful person
She will remain in your hearts forever
Judy and Harold
Jake Wheeler
Darren, very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family buddy.
Jake, Sherry, Jordan, and Emma Wheeler
TERRY and SHEILA KNICKLE
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother.
Kevin and Cathie Wentzell.
All who knew Aunt Erma were blessed. Just look at the condolences- fond memories from neighbours and the many ‘kids’, all who were welcomed into her home. Feisty, fun and full of love. Our sincerest condolences .
FREDA HATT
Sincere condolences to Scott Vicki and all the family.
susan dean
To the family: Sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Thinking of you. Susan Dean
Karen Parnell-Herrick
My sincere condolences to Erma’s children.
I remember clearly, Mom and I catching a ride with the Watkins Man, travelling the “river road” from Greenfield to Charleston, to spend the day with Erma and the kids. Oh what fun!
She made the best ” American Chopped Suey” ever, always a treat. I think fondly of her whenever I make it.
As I am writing, so many memories flood back from years ago, different times. Rest in peace Aunt Erma, I will remember you.
Dollie Cole
So very sorry to hear of Erma’s passing, sincere sympathy to all her family. Have known you all through the years and know what a close and loving family you are, this will help you get through such a difficult time. You can take comfort that she is at peace now, in Gods hands.
Kathleen smith
My deepest condolences to the Conrad family my heart aches may Emma rest in peace
Don & Gloria Smith
Our heartfelt condolences to the Conrad family.
Susan Oickle
Met Erma years ago while selling Avon her door was always open . I always loved going there for a visit and a chat in the kitchen . A very special lady indeed who will be greatly missed .Sincere condolences to the Conrad family
Bonnie Henderson
Sending my sincere condolences to all of Erma’s family.
May all your wonderful memories of her comfort you as you move forward.
Bonnie (Zwicker) Henderson
Darren Horton
My condolences to the family
Susan Bristo
My sincere condolences to all of Erma’s family at your loss
May you be blessed with many happy memories & peace at this time.
Charles Hunt/Crystal Tonello
We are so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing… Alzheimers is so difficult to deal with as the loved one loses a bit of themselves each day and the memories of all they held dear. We were very grateful to live across the street and have frequent visits with your Mom… even if some came in the middle of the night … we loved her stories. Our deepend condolences to you all.
Ed and Evie Fisher
Erma’s Family: Sorry to hear about Erma’s passing thoughts and prayers are with you all .
Simon Hughes
Erma Conrad was a force of nature, a woman in charge of her house and her kids and a most welcoming soul to all who entered her home. I know because I was lucky enough to one of those people who found themselves in Erma’s home many, many times as a kid growing up in the Village. Erma, and the entire Conrad clan, were very kind to this young, somewhat shy new boy in the Village and that meant more to me that I can explain even today. I looked up to Erma as someone to respect and admire because I couldn’t figure out how she did it all, so whatever magic she had was indeed something special. As time went by and when I would come home to visit my parents, I always remember seeing Erma out on her religious daily walks looking very healthy and happy. In fact, come to think of it, I can only remember her as being happy. Reid and I have spoken over these past few years of Erma’s declining health and I know her condition must have been very hard for all her children and close friends to witness. My wish is that we only remember Erma in her healthy and happy days and celebrate her life in doing so. My sincere condolences to Erma’s family. I miss the Village and the days of my youth with Erma and all of you.
Jennifer (Adams) Walters
Reid & Family,
I was saddened to hear of Erma’s passing, but she is at peace now and my thoughts are with you all. She was an amazing woman and I remember her fondly. It was a blessing being made to feel I was part of such a wonderful family all those years ago, and I cherish the memories. I’m so very sorry.
Jennifer
Lana McMullen
To the Conrad family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother. Take comfort in your memories.