
Hirtle, Muriel Rose, 63, of Northfield, passed away on Wednesday, June 5th, 2013, at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater.
Born in Springfield, she was a daughter of the late Gerald and Madeline (Acker) MacDow.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. In her younger years Muriel worked for Scotia Gold in the canning factory, but she is best known for her expertise at Christmas wreath making. She enjoyed playing darts and listening to old time country music and she had a special place in her heart for her pet cats.
She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Byron ; sons Jeffery (Rachel), of South Range, Chester (Sherry), of Fernie, B.C.; grandchildren Kevin, Ocean; sisters Kathleen (Douglas) Hirtle, of Kempt, Eva Leary, of New Germany; brothers Mark, of Northfield, William (Alice) Leary, of New Germany; many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by a son Wayne.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Celebration of Muriel’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 11th, 2013, at 2:00 p.m., from Kempt United Baptist Church, Kempt. Reverend John Boddy officiating. Burial will be in Northfield Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chandlersfuneral.com
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glenwood & Diane Hirtle
So sorry to hear about Muriel. Cathy and Doug called to let us know. We wish we could be there but we can’t make it. But we will be home at the end of the month. We will see you then . Our love and prayers are with you.
Sharon Roast&Marilyn McDow
Byron,Kathy,Mark and family..our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time..
Steven Ringer and Family
So Sorry to hear of the passing of Muriel. She really was a great woman to all that knew her. Our thoughts are with you all.
theresa hirtle
Sorry for your loss,thoughts and prayers go out to all the rest of the family.Muriel was a wonderful lady and will be dearly missed by us all.R.I.P Muriel!Love always.
Patsy,Arthur Conrad
Bryon&Family,so sorry to here of Murils passing,our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time ofsadness,may God be with you.Patsy&Arthur
Mildred and Bob Hawkes
Sorry to hear about Mureals passing’ we are thinking about you Bryan and family.
Traci Freeman
So sad to hear of your loss. Muriel was a great lady. Thoughts are with you all at this hard time.
David R. & Deirdre Reynolds
We are very sorry for your loss. Like you, we loved Muriel dearly. Our summers will never be the same without her.
Bill Newcombe
I was so sorry to hear of Muriel’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Bryon and Mark, along with the other members of your family at this time of great loss.
Raymond & Elaine Kempton
Sincere sympathy to Byron & family at this sad time. Rest in peace Muriel.
Del & Mary Weare
Byron, Chester, Jeffery, Kathy, Mark and the rest of her family; We felt very sad when we received the news of Muriel’s death. She was such a likeable person and she kept up a very strong fight right to the end. A family is always broken down when losing a loved one in death so we are going to try to cheer you up a little by having you read the passage at JOHN 5:28,29 in your BIBLE as it guarantees Muriel a resurrection. For now she is asleep and feels no pain of any kind. Our sincerest sympathy, Del & Mary.
Callie & Kevin Uhlman
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Doris Atkins
My thoughts go out to all of the family at this sad time.No more pain and suffer.
Dwight and Louise Fancy
Byron and family. We send our condolences to the family.Sorry to hear of the passing of Muriel
Donna & Gilford Kempton
So sorry to hear the passing of Muriel.. Thinking about Byron, Chester, Jeffery and family RIP Muriel
Benjamin Frank & Family
Byron, Jeff, Chester and Family: Some of my fondest memories are from the summers I spent with you when I was young. Aunt Muriel showed me first hand, how important family is. She always made me feel like I belonged. I will miss her dearly……… and she will always be “my other Mom”. God Bless.
Glenwood & Diane Hirtle
So sorry for your loss to the family Bryon and Her children and to her sister and brothers. We wish we could have been there for you all, but just could not. But our prayers were with you. And God willing we will see you by the end of June . Byron I know what you are feeling I lost my sister the day after Muriel passed. I know how much your hearts are aching. Remember all the good times, And the fun you had it will really help. Glen and I love you all and will see you soon . bye for now
Shannon Jermey
So sorry for your loss. Whenever I would go to Muriel’s house she would always welcome you with open arms. Truly a great woman who was taken far to soon. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
kevin hirtle & family
me and my family would like to thank everyone that sent condolences, helped at the funeral and sharing your memorises you had with Muriel thank you all from the bottom of our hearts