DAURY—Milda Doris, 82, of Queens Manor, Liverpool , formerly of Southwest Port Mouton, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 17th, 2012 at Queens Manor.
Born in Southwest Port Mouton, she was a daughter of the late Gilbert and Frances (Bowers) Burgess.
Milda was very involved in her community; helping to start projects such as the Little Red Schoolhouse. She ran a general store from her home in Southwest Port Mouton for a time and even drove school bus for a brief period. She always enjoyed helping others in her community such as being “taxi” for trips to Halifax when necessary. She loved to travel; loved to be “on the road” driving. She enjoyed playing bingo and cards and loved to quilt. Many family members will fondly remember and cherish her prized quilts, some of which are still being used today. She loved to cook and bake and over all she will be remembered as a “good, fine lady.”
She is survived by her daughter Rosalin (Robin Fisher) of Port Mouton. Daughter-in-law Trudy Daury of Southwest Port Mouton. Grandchildren Richard Daury of Queens Manor and Angela (Billy) Roy of Port Mouton. Great-grandson Brayden Roy. Brothers Gerald (Fallie) and Milton (Syvilla), both of Southwest Port Mouton, Beryle (Alice) of Port Mouton.
She was predeceased by her husband Chandler, son Wilbert and brothers Spencer, Randall and Leon.
Visitation will be Monday, February 20th, 2012 from 7 until 9 p.m. and funeral service will be Tuesday, February 21st, 2012 at 10:30 a.m., both in Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. Burial will be in Southwest Port Mouton Community Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Queens Manor, Liverpool or the IWK-Grace, Halifax. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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rose mary and donald atkinson
February 18, 2012 at 3:39 pmdear rosalin and families.we was so sorry to hear about the passing or mother milda.our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficicult time.god bless you all.
Marilyn Whynot
February 18, 2012 at 4:14 pmTo Milda’s family -so very sorry to hear of her passing! my thoughts are with you all at this sad and dufficult time!
jane fisher
February 18, 2012 at 5:47 pmmy deepest thoughts in the loss of milda
mat God Bless you all
sincerly jean…
Karen,Bob and Luke
February 18, 2012 at 6:34 pmDear Angela,Billy and Brayden,
We are sorry to read of your Grandmother’s passing.It’s clear to see from the video and the obituary that she was a very special lady.Our sincere condolences to you and all of your family.
Corina & Willis Huphman
February 18, 2012 at 6:56 pmRosalin, Trudy & Families, we are so sorry for the loss of a great mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a great lady in general…she will always be remembered for her big smile, and her kindness towards others…take comfort in knowing she is at peace now, FREE from Pain, Flying High with the Angles…R.I.P. Milda.
Bob and Brenda Lohnes
February 18, 2012 at 7:25 pmRosalin, Trudy and Families: We were saddened to hear of Milda’s passing, our deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time. Milda was a great story teller and we enjoyed listening to her tell of her driving days and all the wonderful things she baked and shared with others. May her ‘new home’ be filled with all the snacks she enjoyed so much and free of pain and suffering.
Brenda and Ira Huskins
February 18, 2012 at 7:53 pmSorry to see of Milda’s passing, we remember her well when she use to transport people to Liverpool and such, She was well known in the community, may her family find comfort in the days ahead.
April Roberts, Marlene and Larry Williams, Margaret and Murray Cunningham
February 18, 2012 at 8:02 pmRosalin, Trudy and families: Please accept our deepest sympathies Milda was a wonderful woman whom it was our pleasure to know. I and my parents as well as my aunt margaret and uncle murray have had many a trip to bridgewater, halifax and liverpool with Milda . She will always hold a special place in our hearts.. She was truly one of the best …RIP Milda
Janet Spicer
February 19, 2012 at 4:52 amMy prayers are thoughts are with you and your family Rosalin . I know this is a difficult time -but she is at paece now…
Anne Hupman
February 19, 2012 at 6:15 amI’ll always remember her lovely smile. Please accept our condolences.
Anne Hupman & Family
Jane Croft
February 19, 2012 at 6:28 amMy Deepest sympathy to you Trudy with the loss of your Mother in law. May God be with you and the family in the days to come.
Margo Hanley
February 19, 2012 at 8:01 amMy deepest sympathy to Milda’s family. I remember her from my younger years and she was a sweet lady. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Jean Smith
February 19, 2012 at 1:07 pmSorry for the loss of your loved one Milda. My sympatthy goes out to all Milda”s family-God Bless
Bella and Jordan Oickle and Bernie Roy
February 19, 2012 at 1:15 pmSo sorry to hear of your loss, We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Cavell Nowe
February 19, 2012 at 4:01 pmSorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Bev & Basil
February 19, 2012 at 5:25 pmWe are so sad about Milda’s passing. She has gone to join Chandler and Wilbert. There are no words that can make it easier but you know we have you in our prayers and thoughts. Love Bev & Basil.
LaDonna Williams
February 20, 2012 at 1:07 amRosalin, Robin, Trudy, Richard, Angela and family,
So sorry to hear of Milda’s passing. She truly was one of the kindest and happiest women I was fortunate to know. Her laughter is something I’ll always remember. Take comfort in knowing that she is now with Chandler and Wilbert, and I’m sure there’s lots of booming laughter wherever they may be. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. <3
LaDonna, Brandon and Ashley
Peggy Kelley
February 20, 2012 at 11:36 amMy thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.
Timothy and Colleen
February 20, 2012 at 5:16 pmRosalin,Robin,Trudy and family
May you find comfort in the knowledge,that those who are near you are thinking of you in your sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Annette, Walter, Ean & Nate
February 21, 2012 at 4:24 amAngela, Billy & Brayden,
Very sorry to hear about your grandmother. Grandmothers are very special people she will hold a very special place in your heart.
Curtis & Nancy Daury
February 21, 2012 at 6:16 amTo all of Milds’s family, ours thoughts are with you at this time of sadness. Keep all your happy memories and know that everyone that knew her will remember her smiling.
dale smith
February 21, 2012 at 8:33 ammy deepest sympathy to Mildred family at this time as she was a warm and caring person,and knowing you are not alone in your time of sorrow warm thoughts to all of you god bless
Charlene Burgess
February 22, 2012 at 9:33 amI am very sorry to hear of the death of your loss. May it help you in your time of sorrow to know that people share your loss and her memories help you .
Janette Wamboldt
February 23, 2012 at 9:30 amRosalin,sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.She was a darling.And i will not forget how delicious her baking was.She made the best butter horns ever.Another Angel in heaven…
Wilma
February 24, 2012 at 4:13 amRosalin and family ,so sorry to hear the loss of your mom ,I will always have fond memories of Milda going to bingo with her, and I will always remember her laugh she was a lovely lady and will be greatly missed
Maggie & Peter Fortey
February 27, 2012 at 11:30 amDear Rosalin and Robin
We are saddened by the news of the loss of your dear mom and mother in law,
Please accept our sympathy and sincere condolances.
Love Maggie and Peter