
ROBERTON – Marion “Mary”, age 69, of Liverpool, Queens County, passed away on Monday August 24, 2020, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, Nova Scotia.
Born in Burgeo, Newfoundland, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Ida (Strickland) Lushman.
After bringing up her family, Mary went back to school to get her GED and also to Nova Scotia Community College, taking the Home Health Provider course. She then was employed for a number of years at Queens Manor, Liverpool before retiring due to ill health. She also worked in the kitchen for Wong’s Restaurant in her younger years. Mary loved bowling, playing bingo and working on any kind of puzzle she could find. She was an avid supporter of the Queens County Ground Search and Rescue and the Liverpool Volunteer Fire Department. Above all else, she was most passionate about her family and spending time with them, especially her grandchildren. Mary was a fun, loving and easy going person.
Mary is survived by a daughter, Shona (Scott) Dauphinee, of Liverpool; sons, James, of Liverpool and Robert (Charlene Burke), of East Lawrencetown; grandchildren, Kelly, Holly and David; sisters, Shirley (George) Parsons, Marie (Wayne) Bowls, Daisy (Wilson) Durnford, all of Burgeo, Newfoundland, Linda (Glen) Durnford, of Francoisway, Newfoundland; brothers, Wesley (Judy) of St, John’s, Newfoundland and Brad, of Alberta.
Mary was predeceased by her loving husband, Leigh; sisters, Susie, Mamie and Anne; brothers, Albert, Tom, Fred, Ronald, Stanley and Richard.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, August 27th, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., from Seaside Cemetery, Brooklyn, followed by a reception at the Liverpool Fire Hall. Reverend Judy Cross officiating. No flowers by request, memorial donations may be made to the Queens General Hospital Foundation, the I.W.K. Children’s Hospital or to a charity of your choice. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
The family would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Howlett, Dr. Burrill, the staff at Queens General Hospital, Queens County VON and Home Support for making Mary’s last days as comfortable as possible for her and her family.
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Thomas Strickland
Sorry for your loss. Thomas and Christine Strickland of Burgeo Newfoundland.
Marie
I am so sorry Jimmy Robbie and Shona at the passing of your mom and sister. When I think of the good times we had growing up. It brings tears to my eyes
Helen & David Fox
So sorry that Mary has passed away. Please accept our condolences..
Marie Wambolt
Shona,James,Robert and families
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
R.I.P. Mary
Tracy Baker and family
Shona, Jim and Rob we are sending our love and prayers to you all and your families. So sorry for the loss of your mom. She was an amazing Aunt and I have many fond memories of time spent with her and your family. Xoxo
Ivan & Marilyn Huskins
Shona & FAMILY
Just like too send our condolences to you
and your family on the passing of your mother.
May she R. I. P.
Susan oickle
Mary was a lovely lady and a good joke teller .So sorry for your Loss Susan oickle
Angela and Calvin Skinner
So sorry to hear the news of your mom’s passing. Please accept our condolences to the family and to the Lushman family. RIP Mary
una Gallant
so so sorry to hear about mary we talked when we met in the park.she was a nice lady she will be missed by all.RIP MY FRIEND.
Vaughn and Margaret Dauphinee
Our Condolence to Mary”s family. So sorry for the loss of your Mother.
Patty and Sally
Shona and Family…. So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing…Mom and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers..
Sally and Patty
Darlene ( Joudrey) and David Sewart
I was devastated to learn of Mary’s passing. She will be missed by so many. Our deepest condolences to her family.
Karen Barnes
To Mary’s Family,
I’m so sorry to be reading that Mary has passed away. We worked together at Queens Manor for several years and she was always kind, caring and a pleasure to be with. My heartfelt condolences to all as you grieve her loss.
John
Shona and Family, Nancy and I are sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts are with you as you give thanks for her life.
Shirley and Paul Neals
Shona, James and Robert.. we are sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Remember the good times and feel her love still around you and the kids!
judy quinn
so very sorry for your loss rest in peace
Shelley & Kevin Weagle
Shona, Jim, Robbie & family,
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Take comfort in knowing others are thinking of you All and have you in our hearts during this difficult time.
Zona Hatt
I am shocked & so very sorry to hear about Mary. She had a heart as big as outdoors , so caring !!
She loved you all dearly & was one proud Mama !! She adored her grandchildren , you could hear the pride in her voice whenever she spoke of them . I know you have many wonderful memories of Mary & may they bring you comfort in the coming days !!
God Bless !!
Zona
Mary Roberts
I am so sorry to hear about Mary passing she was a very nice lady
Julie Haughn
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Billy and Julie Haughn
Viv Croft (Whynot)
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Mary was a very kind lady and always took the time to say hi and have a chat at the store, I will miss seeing her around. Rest easy my friend.
Viv
Wendell and Susan Whynot
Dear Shona and family.
Please accept our sincere condolences in the loss of your mother. Use your memories for strength and your family for comfort.
Susan M MacLeod
To Mary’s Family
I liked Mary. She was a pleasant lady and always had time for a conversation. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Susan MacLeod
Bebe Dauphinee
So sorry for your loss
Faye Levy
Shona, Jimmy and Robert,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your Mom’s passing…I remember when you lived here in Brooklyn and the many times you would walk by the house with your Mom and Dad…Mary was a very sweet and caring woman…Hold on to your memories as they will help guide you through this difficult time.
Faye & Norman Levy
Garnet & Eleanor
Shona, Robbie, Jimmy . So sorry for your loss. You will surely miss her. We had so many good times camping when Leigh was still with us and you guys were just small. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shelley Boens
Shona and family: So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was such a lovely lady I used to babysit you kids many many years ago . She loved her kids. Keep her memories alive and her always close to your hearts.
Jackie Mansfield
To Mary’s family and to her grandaughter kelly I am sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was such a lovely lady
Cathy Crozier
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Bella and Jordan Oickle
To Shona,and family
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. R.I.P. Mary
Raymond and Muriel Whynot
So very sorry to hear this sad news Marion was a very nice lady
Jennifer Nowe
I’m so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing,I worked with her for years at the Queens Manor , she was always smiling and happy .she sure will be missed .condolences to her family
Tim McDonald
I was shocked and sad to see that Mary passed away. I’ve known her for many years going back to when we all bowled together. Great memories! My condolences to her family…
Mary Lowe
The Family of the late Mary Roberton:
I am so sorry..to read of Mary’s
Passing..sending love and prayers
to all..Rest easy my friend…
Joy McDonald
Shona and Family
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. I will miss our daily words games!
Calvin & Phyllis Whynot
So sorry to hear about Marion passing
Rest In Peace .
Darlene & John Chandler
Dear Jim, we are so sorry for your loss of your Mom. 🙁 Please know that we are all thinking of you as you go through this difficult time, you and all of your family as well. Sending hugs. <3
Sheila brannen
Shona ,jim, and ron
I am so sorry to hear about Mary .I am thinking about you all.sending you my deepest condolences.
Steven & Nicole Belong
Our sincerest condolences to Jim, Rob, Shona und family. Mary will be greatly missed!
Sheree Chandler
Dear Shona and Family,
Deepest sympathies to you all in the loss of your mother, sister, and grandmother.
May memories ease your grief and the company of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time.
Freda Muise
Phyllis Fudge
Sending my Sincerest Condolences to Marys’
Families at this very difficult time . May she RIP .
HOLLIS BOWERS
Dear Shona and family very sorry to hear about your mom my husband and your father were very close friends for a long time your mom and dad came to my house quite a bit in port mouton prays to your family r.ip. MARY
Elzabeth Langille n Tim
Shown, Jim n Robbie, so shocked to hear of ur Moms passing. I remember when we lived in Brooklyn n Tim n I would visit n that was nearly every day. Ur Mom n I would cook n bake, she loved peanut butter cookies but they gave her the giggles n I always teased her about that.Even though we haven’t been together lately I am going to miss my dear dear friend. My heart n prayers r with u all n ur families, remember all the great times n she will always b with u.. RIP my dear friend
Brenda Whynot
So sorry to hear of Mary,s passing,she was a sweet lady,and so proud of her family,we shared many laughs at the Manor,may the memories help at this horrible time.
Susan Mcfatridge
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, sorry for the loss of your mom!
Bob and Vicki Roach
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a very nice person and always enjoyed our chats. She will be missed.
Deborah Conrad
My sincere condolences on your mom’s passing. RIP Mary
Karen & Warren Wagner
Shona and family. We are so sorry to hear about your mom. I know how close you were to her Shona and how much you will miss her. Hold on to your memories and cherish them. She will always be watching over you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Wes
Rest in peace. Sis I have always loved you. Till we meet again on that distant shore.
The Huskins family
Dear Kelly
So sorry to read of your nan’s passing.
Please know that we are thinking of you.
Debbie Herman
Shawne and Family.
I am so very saddened to hear about Mary. She was always a great person. When we worked together she was always making me laugh. We were not real close especially after leaving Queens Manor but I want to let you know it hurts to know she is gone. You had a very special Momma who loved her Family so much. Rest in peace Mary. My Sincere Condolences.
BRENDA CRAIG
Shona,Jim, Rob,Kelly,David & Holly..I am so very sorry for the loss of your Mom & Grand Mother
Mary was a neighbor, friend & co-worker at Queens Manor.She was
always kind .My heart aches for all of her family at this difficult time.
Keep your memories of her tucked away in your hearts.God bless,xxoo
ida and ambrose lawrence
sorry to about aunt marion passing i hope you will always keep her in your thoughts she is watching over all of you god be with you all
Billand Anna Cox
Shona and family
We are sorry to read of your mother’s passing, we extend our deepest sympathy.
Gary, Donna and Kevin Gehue
We are very sad to hear of Mary’s passing, she was a wonderful , fun loving person, she will be truly missed. Sincere condolences to Mary’s family and friends. RIP dear Mary.
Jutta David
Shona and family, I am sorry to hear about the passing about Mary, my sympathy is with you. She was and still is a very good soul, we had so much fun playing cards. God bless her, and blessings to you.
Diane Warner
Shona, Jim, Robert and families, I am shocked and saddened to hear of your moms passing. She was a great person. I always enjoyed our little chats and catching up no matter how much time had gone between us seeing each other. She will be missed, take care of one another, hold your memories close to your hearts and share stories with your friends and loved ones as she would always enjoy telling stories and her infectious laugh. Hugs to you all xo Diane
Jean Strum
Dear Shona and family:
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the passing of your mother. I know she will be sadly missed. Try to remember the good times. It really does help. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Jean