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Rogers; Barbara Susan

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Barbara Susan Rogers (Shay) passed away peacefully on November 1, 2021, at home surrounded by her family.
Born in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, Barb was the second of eight children and is preceded in death by her parents, Earle and Margaret Shay (Mansfield), sister Linda Giffin (Shay), brothers Steven Shay and Barry Shay.
Mom began her professional career in Halifax in 1969 at Maritime Tel & Tel, moving to Petrofina in 1970 and staying there until 1972. At this point she moved to Caledonia to raise her family and in June 1974 began her career as a personnel clerk at Kejimkujik National Park, where she remained until her retirement in 2009. Many will tell you that she was the real heart of the office at Keji, for if you needed anything or needed to know anything she was the one to ask. She was the one constant person you could turn to when you needed advice and/or support.
Mom loved to give back to her community, assisting in the Meals on Wheels program, the community school breakfast program, and many more. As an active member in the Caledonia United Church she could always be counted on to support church events by cooking, baking and donating her time. Those who knew her will remember her most for her capacity and willingness to take care of everyone, her amazing ability to organize everything and everyone, as well her hilarious bouts of laughter leaving her (and everyone else) immobilized and in tears. The community will miss her presence and kind, generous spirit. Some of the people she loved the most called her Grandma….
Mom was a devoted mother always putting us, her children, first, a trend that continued into “grandmotherhood”. Mom loved being a ‘Grandma’ (we believe being a Grandma was her favourite thing) and has played an important role in each of her grandchildren’s lives sharing moments such as births, first days of school, proms, graduations and numerous sporting events and concerts. She was always there to love the kids, care for them, have sleepovers with them, bake with them (and for them!) and of course decorate with them for the holidays.
Mom instilled in each of us the importance of family, of being there for each other, supporting each other, being friends with each other. This lesson will remain with us always, as will her determination, strength, bravery and poise. There are so many beautiful things to remember and to hold dear, too many to mention, but we will say that her family will fondly remember, and dearly miss, the specialness of her, of all she did for us, all she taught us, all she gave to us. We have never met a stronger, braver, woman and feel blessed that we had her for our Mom.
Barb is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Terje, children (Lesley, Marcy, and Stephanie), grandchildren (Cameron, Meghan, Kaelyn, Brett, Owen, Ava, Simon and Spencer), great-grandchild (Sawyer), sisters (Anne Kempton of Kingston, NS, Virginia Shay of Oliver, BC and Carol Shay of New Germany, NS) and brother (Wesley Shay of Kelowna, BC).
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. A celebration of her life will be held in Caledonia at her home (10099 Hwy 8) on Saturday, November 6, from 2-4 pm. Please follow vaccination protocols for attendance. Donations may be made to the North Queens Fire Association or the Community Food Resource Network, Caledonia.
Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near.
Still loved, still missed, and very dear.
Wishing us hope in the midst of sorrow,
Offering comfort in the midst of pain, both today and tomorrow.
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  1. Judy Fancy

    I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a wonderful person and God has truly gained another angel. My condolences to Terje and family.

  2. Elizabeth Hawkes

    Terje, Lesley, Marcy and Stephanie
    I am so very sorry to hear of Barbs passing. She was a wonderful person. She will be missed by so many. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

  4. Tina Watson

    My heartfelt condolences to Terje, Stephanie, Marcy and Lesley. I cannot fathom your loss. Barb was a very special woman and such a pillar in the community. Her loss will be felt by many, a sign of a life well lived. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you all my love.

  6. Gwen Merry

    Sending love and hugs to your entire family Terji, Leslie, Marcy an Steph. Barb was such a sweet lady always smiling and always stopped to chat with me or whoever was around. My heart ♥️ is with you all at this very sad and trying time.
    Love Gwen

  11. Terry &Sheila DeLong

    We are saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. We’ve known Barb & family forever. Barb & I were on various committes together & yr right, she gave of herself constantly. Our heartfelt condolences to you all.

  12. Bernard Winters

    To Terje and Family,
    So sorry to hear of Barbs passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace. God Bless

  14. Joey and Sandra Nass

    So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Keep those memories tight.

  15. Elaine Frail

    Terje, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie, and families
    It is with profound sadness, I find myself writing this message. Barb was an avid supporter of her community, and her friendly smiling face was a bright light to all of us who knew her. Rest In Peace, Barb. You’ve earned your reward.

  16. Mary and Rod Keirstead

    I got to know Barb well when I worked at Keji with her. She was a wonderful friend, full of warmth and a wicked sense of humour. We were pretty new to Caledonia and she made me feel so welcome with her kindness and caring, sharing many a laugh over the years.

    Rod and I send our sympathy to all of you, knowing how much Barb is missed and will be missed by her many friends and, of course, the community of North Queens.

  17. Linda Boutilier

    Don’t know the family but Mom sounds like an incredible person….sympathy to all.her family and friends.

  19. Michelle Smith-Nochasak

    Very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a truly special person. My deepest condolences to all her family.

  21. Callie Uhlman

    Very saddened to read of Barb’s passing. She was always such a very kind soul , my condolences to the family ‼️
    Callie

  22. Leigh R Merry and Catherine R Merry

    To Barbs loved ones- So sorry for your loss Barb was a wonderful person and was so kind and caring she was a very special lady may she Rest in Peace

  23. Dianne K Huskins

    My heart is so saddened for you, Terje and family. Barb was a special lady but I’m sure you know that. You are in our thoughts.

    Dianne and Wayne Huskins

  25. Lauri Huskins-Baxter

    Sending my heartfelt condolences to Terji, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie and all of your families. You have written a beautiful tribute to a beautiful person. Everyone who knew Barb, could not help but smile around her.
    Treasure all your wonderful memories.
    “There is never enough time with those we love”

  26. Trish Selig(Kempton)

    I am truly sorry for the loss of Barb. She was truly a warm and lovely lady. Sh will be sorely missed.

  27. Beverly Rowter

    Our hearts go out to Terje, Lesley, Stephanie, Marcy and all the loving
    grandchildren and great grandchild. Barb was forever kind, warm and welcoming. The community I grew up in will miss Barb. Our sympathy to all of you. Bev & Dan Rowter

  28. Judy and Herb Snell

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s death. She was one of my many cousins that I didn’t get to see very often, but enjoyed the times that I did. Her obituary is a wonderful tribute to her. Our condolences to her sister Anne and to the rest of Barb’s family.

  30. Chris McCarthy

    Terje, Leslie and Family:

    Our prayers are with you. She has touched so many lives and will be missed. Long will the special memories last and may they continue to comfort you in such a difficult time.

    Chris and Karen

  32. Valerie Fancy

    So sorry for your loss. Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time

  33. Pat Canning-Selig--Don Selig

    Terji and family,

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing,
    My heartful Condolences to you and your Family

  34. Mary m Logan

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. She will surely e missed around the community. Our prayers and condolences go out to the whole family. You will be in our prayers. Mary & John

  35. Glen and Gladys Emisch

    my deepest condolences to Terje and family…..Barb was special…..and one of a kind for sure…..she could always make me laugh

  36. Linda frail

    I was deeply saddened to learn of Barb’s passing and wish to send condolences to the family. Barb was a individual that when you met her you instantly knew she was a kind and caring human being who only saw the good in everyone she met. She will be Truely missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. Some people come into your life but for a short time and are forgotten and other come and leave a memory never to be forgotten Barb was one of those beautiful people May she now Rest In Peace ❤️

  37. Russell Miller

    I am so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She truly was a kind, compassionate, humorous ,community aware and family loving person. Her greatest gift to us all was Lesley, Marcy and Stephanie. My condolence goes to Terje, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie and family.

  38. Shirley Frank

    Sending our sincere condolences to all Barbs family .Cherish all the wonderful memories.you have over the years. Shirley & Ken

  39. Bruce and Sylvia ( Mansfield) Fancy

    So sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. Hold your memories close to you of this very special lady.
    Rest in peace my dear cousin..

  41. Robert & Sandra Carver

    Terje and Family,

    Very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a special lady and will be missed in our community. Our deepest sympathy to all her family. May she rest in Peace. Rob and Sandra

  42. Doreen and Brian Baxter

    Terje, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie , grandchildren and sister, Anne Kempton
    We send you all sincere condolences and want you to know that we are thinking of you as you go through this very difficult time

  44. Gerald and Roberta Wortman

    We were sorry to hear about Barbs passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  47. Bob Thexton

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. It was a pleasure to have worked together at Kedge. Our condolences go out to the family.

    Bob and Karen Thexton

  48. Christine and Bobby McLean

    So sorry to hear about Barb. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.

  49. Elizabeth cluney

    Barb was a great lady and wonderful neighbour. our whole community will miss her smile as she worked to help make our community better for everyone.

  53. Sheila donovan

    Barb was my cousin who I only met a few times when my sister Pat and I revisited my mom’s home She and her husband were so warm and friendly and full of life and I was so sorry to hear of her passing.My sincere condolences to the family

  55. Stanley & Joan Canning

    Sincere condolences to all Barb’s Family. May she rest in peace. God Bless You All.
    Stan &Joan

  56. Carl Demmons

    My Condolences to Terje and all of his and Barb’s extended family, as well as Barb’s sisters and brother- she will be missed by so many people, each in their own way. So sorry I was unable to see and chat with her in the recent past.
    My prayers are with her whole family at this time.
    Carl Demmons

  57. Susan Ross

    When I think of Barb, I always see her smiling. I don’t ever remember her not smiling . My condolences to the Rogers and Shay families . May her works and love of her family live on in you.

  58. Jean Douglas

    My sincere sympathy to all the family. Barb was always so giving and always a smile for all she met.

  59. Marge (Cole) Dunlap

    My thoughts are with all of Barb’s family. I knew Barb from childhood until she graduated high school and knew her to be one of the most pleasant and sincere people I’ve ever known.

  60. Carolyn McBride

    Sympathy to Terje & family,

    May heartfelt thoughts bring you comfort and loving memories of Barb bring you peace.

  61. Dennis & Sharon Wills

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a beautiful lady who always was smiling.. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Rogers and Shay families. Heaven has just gained another beautiful angel.
    Dennis & Sharon

  62. Peter & Lorraine Hope

    Terji, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie and extended family,

    We were saddened to learn of Barbs passing. She really was a positive person, a good friend and the heart of things in the office at Kejimkujik. She cheerfully participated in so many things; our community will miss her. This is a sad time but the good memories of Barb will last as we all remember her and value having known and admired her.

    We offer our condolences as we wish you all the best.

  64. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Terje and family, we are so sorry for your loss.
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  65. Marcus Waddington

    What a fabulous person! Would have loved to attend memorial gathering. Please extend my sincere condolences to the whole family at this time.

  66. Jeannette Lewis

    My thoughts and prayers go out to Barbs Families She will be missed by all who knew her.My condolence Hugs to all

  67. Marjorie Rhodenizer

    She was a beautiful person with a quiet spirit, she did not need attention to know she was special.One of God own . We as children always went to visit her Linda and Steve. Marjorie and Lorna Fancy

  68. John & Nancy LEEFE

    Terje and Family, Nancy and I are sorry to learn of Barb’s passing. I often had occasion to chat with Barb in calls to Keji. She was always so pleasant and helpful. She certainly will be missed by all who knew her.

  70. Myles and Carolyn Crouse

    Terji, Leslie, Marcy , Stephanie and families!!: Myles and I are so sorry for your loss. we are wishing you Peace to Bring Comfort and the Courage to face the days ahead and Loving Memories to Forever hold in Your Hearts. Barbara was a great lady, her warmth and presence will be missed immensely!!

  71. Julia Wentzell

    I truly admired Barb. Soft, kind, fun, big-hearted, welcoming, and talented. I’ll miss her bright light!

    Julia Wentzell (Justin will send his message separately)

    Jonah, Christina, Mariah and Seth felt so blessed to be invited to the cabin, we’re so thankful for our memories there! They send their love, too!

  72. Tom and Sheila Sheppard

    Sheila and I were saddened by the news about Barb. She and her family were such a big part of the life of this community. Her girls, Lesley, Marcy and Stephanie, were a big part of the life of our school. This was a wonderful family and Barb was at the centre of it. We will all miss her.

  73. Sandra and Ronnie Ellis

    We were so saddened to hear of Barb’s passing. She was a very kind and gentle lady. Keep your memories close. She will always be in your hearts guiding you along life’s journey. Thinking of you all.

  74. Debbie & Ronnie Uhlman

    With Deepest Sympathy Terje, Lesley, Marcy, Stephanie, and your families, and to her brother and sisters. Hold dear all those precious memories of your wife, Mom, Grammie and Sister. Barb brought a lot of joy to a lot of people. She said her most satisfying “job” was being a Grammie.
    May the love of family and friends help comfort you at this very difficult time.

  75. Terry and Joanne

    Thinking of you all today as you celebrate Barb! Our thoughts are with you during this time. She was genuinely a sweet person! I

  76. Glen DeMond

    Terje, and family:
    Very sorry to learn of Barb,s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sincerely,
    Glen

  77. Paul and Gail Fancy

    Sincere sympathy to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
    May God bless you all.

  78. Marion and Blair Baxter

    To: Terje and family. I am sending my deepest condolences to you all. Barb was a lovely, caring person and we be truly missed in the community.

  79. Clare Blackman

    I have fond memories of Barb from my summers at Keji. She was always sweet and smiling and will no doubt be missed by all who knew her. Condolences to her family.

  80. Dennis Graves

    My condolences to Terje and family. Barb was wonderful and caring person that will be missed by all!

  81. Alicia Brett

    Oh, Lesley and family… I’m sorry to hear this. Wishing you peace as you reflect on her life and gifts. I was always struck by, and grateful for, her calm. Best wishes at this sad time.

  82. Sadie Mac Askill (Huskins)

    So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing .Sincere condolences to all of her family at this sad time.

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