Mansfield, Esther Belle, age 88, of Westfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2nd, 2020, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.
Born in Westfield, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Lee Etta (Riley) Mansfield.
She is survived by daughters, Karen (Randy) Smith of Hemford, Shirleen (Greg) Black of Westfield, sons Dwight (Christine) of Westfield, Kevin of Westfield; grandchildren Devin (Terri-Ann), Jason (Erin), Amanda (Troy), Christopher (Terra-Jean), Lisa (Ian), Natalie (Mitchell), Brett (Evan), step-grandson Justin, great-grandchildren Tyler, Andrew, Avery, Kale, Deacon, Parker, Wyatt, Chase, Valarie, Emma, Addison, Aidan, Peyton, Landen, Tyson and step great-granddaughter, Amelia. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her husband Marvin, infant sister Alma, brothers Roscoe and Willie and daughter in-law, Edith.
Esther was a gentle, but strong and wise woman of faith, with a great sense of humour. In her early years, Esther worked at the The Kedge Restaurant in Maitland Bridge. After having her children, she became a stay-at-home Mum, dedicating her entire life, with love, to raising her four children. She dearly loved her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and step-grandchildren.
She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends, knitting, crocheting, reading and berry-picking. Esther had a great love for birds and wildlife. She loved to watch the deer in her yard and resting under her apple tree. Feeding birds and watching them from her sunporch was a special joy to her. Many a bottle of peanut-butter was spread on the trees outside her sunporch for her woodpeckers, nuthatches, chickadees and other birds and squirrels. Esther was well-known for her home-made breads, bean soups and butterscotch pies. Her hospitality and generosity were genuine. For many years, she donated her, homemade-with-much-love baby bonnets to the IWK Children’s Hospital in Halifax. The IWK staff were always so pleased to receive her package of bonnets, so colorful and perfectly made, and they were always so excited to be able to take them to the babies.
Every day, Esther enjoyed reading her Bible and The Chronicle Herald, as well as keeping up-to-date with local and world news events. She had a keen fondness for always knowing when The International Space Station would be going overhead, at what exact minute, and in which part of the sky to look for it, and she was very pleased if you went out to look at the night sky with her to share this experience. She loved her pets, especially her cats Midnight, Gabby and Smokey. She loved Country music, and especially Bluegrass and Bluegrass Gospel music. Esther loved her sweets, especially Icies and Lindor chocolates. She cherished most, time spent with family and friends, and when family and friends would take time to spend time with her. Her hallmark words to let you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that she was very elated, appreciative and thankful for your time were, “Thanks a million!”.
Special thanks to Anita MacQuarrie, Eva Weare, Bonnie Joudrey, Vicky Burke and the late Enid St. Louis for helping Esther at difficult points in her journey over the years and for providing her with loving, compassionate care and companionship. Special thanks to Dr. Heather Johnson (Family Physician), Dr. Woodford and Dr. Blackadar and the team of Queens General Hospital ER and Medical Unit for their professionalism and palliative care. “Thanks a million!”.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7th from 10 – 11 am followed by funeral service at 11 am, both at Chandler’s Funeral Chapel, Liverpool, Pastor Royce Getson officiating. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Charles Stanley In Touch Ministries, Hope for Wildlife or to North Queens Fire Association. On-line condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Royce Getson
To all of Esther’s family and many friends. Your mother, grandmother, and friend; will remember you for an eternity. May God keep her close to his heart and may her soul rest in peace in the gentle embrace of the Lord. May the love, kindness, and memories you shared together comfort you during this time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We were so delighted to have her with us at the Christmas service at NQNH. May God be with you all. Pastor Royce and Alice
Darlene Trimm
To the family,
Sorry to learn of Esther passing. I always enjoyed my VON visits to her . We always watched the birds , squirrels ,and raccoons after the peanut butter. She carried on a good conversation too. Always a home I liked going to as it never seemed like work to me. Darlene Trimm
Ricky Selig
My Condolence’s To Dwight,Karen,Kevin,And Shirleen.On The Loss Of Your Mom. Also To The Grandchildren And Great Grandchildren. May You Find Comfort In The Days Ahead. Rest In Peace Aunt Esther.
Myrna Crouse
Sincere sympathy to all the family. It’s very difficult to lose one so precious but rest assured she is with her Lord and at peace. May God comfort you all during these difficult days.My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Myrna
William Sarty
To Dwight and family. I am sending our Condolences. Keep the good memories close, share those stories with the young. Take care of one another.
Max & Myra
Our deepest sympathy to all of Esthers family…
Duncan & Sandra MacInnis
With deepest sympathy at this time.
Lorraine Colp
To the Family:
Thinking of you all with Sympathy and Understanding in the loss of your mother, Ester and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers .
In Sympathy and Love,
Lorraine Colp
Patsy &Arthur Conrad
My deepest sympathy to Esters Family,so sorry to hear about your Mom Patsy Conrad
Bonnie Labrador & Jerry Mansfield
Dwight, Chris and Family and all of Esther’s Family
We are so very sorry to hear of Esther’s passing. Please know that we are thinking of you guys. Hugs to you all.
Bonnie L & Jerry M.
Mike & Cathy
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Melissa Labrador
So sorry to hear. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Jim Peach
To the Family, so sorry to hear of Esther’s passing. She was a wonderful person. My deepest condolences to you all. May God give each of you the comfort you need to get through this valley.
Michelle Smith
My deepest condolences to all the family. Thinking of you in your time of loss.
Terry &Sheila DeLong
We’ve known Esther and family all our lives,in the community and in school. She was a wonderful person and made everyone feel welcome. She is at peace and cherish your memories.
Elizabeth Webster
Our condolences to the family of the late Esther Mansfield. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Don and Elizabeth Webster
Cedric Smith
we would like to send our condolences to the family of Esther she was a lovely lady our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Rob & Sandra Carver
Our deepest condolences to the family. Blessings to all.
Judy & Eric
Our sincere sympathy to all of Esther’s family. You have lost a special lady. Thinking of you all during these sad days.
Clark and Sandra Hebb
So sorry to hear of Esther’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences
Mark MacPhee
Dear Lisa & Ian, Addison & Aidan
My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. Please reach out at anytime if I can be of support.
Sincerely,
Mark MacPhee
Darlene and Lee Sawler
Esther was our neighbor for many years.Her twinkling smile and laughter would light up the room. Both Jamie and Lacey still speak of Esther and her special ways and the time she would make for them. A beautiful lady who created memories with everyone that knew her. Soar with the Angels beautiful soul.
Love, Darlene, Lee, Jamie and Lacey
Bruce and Linda DeLong
Linda and I are sending love and prayers to Esther’s family. She was a lovely lady.
Stephen and Carla Malsy
Our sympathy to all of Esther’s family.
Gary and Toddy Mansfield
Our sympathy to all of the family ,our thoughts and Prayers are with you .
Elaine & Raymond Kempton
Sincere sympathy to Ester’s family.
She was a sweet lady& I have fond memories of her coming for hair cuts for many years.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Lucy Ringer
Deepest sympathy to the family
Rick Allen
My sincere condolences to all of the family and wishing you all the best in getting past these tough days to when you can all just laugh and share the fun times of Esthers life .
Jeannette Lewis
My thoughts and prayers go out to Easters Families she was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all who knew her Hugs to all.
Lena
Sincere condolences to all her family,Esther was a kind,sweet lady ,A big smile and a heart of gold.She loved reading her Ideal magazines,and got me hooked on them too.❤️Lena and Gary
Donnie Hume
My condolences to Dwight and his family.
Marion Carver
Karen and Randy My sincere condolence in the loss of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Take care.