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Shupe; Mary Eleanor

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SHUPE – M. Eleanor, 80, of Charleston, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Monday, September 14, 2020 surrounded by her loving children.
Born in Middle Musquodobit, Eleanor was a daughter of the late Edward and Clara (Jacobson) Fisher.
Eleanor had many jobs in her lifetime. Along with being a stay at home Mom for a time, Eleanor worked at Regal, the former K&W Bookbinders and the former Stedman’s store in Liverpool, Fahie’s Nursing Home and Nantucket Homes. She was a former member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Charleston Fire Department and enjoyed playing bingo, cards, Yahtzee and doing diamond art. She especially enjoyed sit down Sunday dinners with her family.
Eleanor is survived by her daughters: Shelly (Derek) Neilson of Liverpool, Deborah Shupe (Herman) of Yarmouth, Peggy Shupe (Danny Scott) of Bridgewater. Her son Gordon (Valerie) of Maitland. Her grandchildren Tyler Whynot, Ryan McGrady, Aaron Thompson, Melody Whynot, Staci Frank, Alyssa McNeil, Samantha MacNearney and Megan McGrady. Her great grandchildren Angus, Ewan, Conan and Oscar MacNearney, Gracie Shupe, Kinsley St. Hilaire, Hudson Frank, Josey Huskins, Bryson McNeil and Aden McGrady.
Her sisters Bonnie (Roger) Newcombe of Dartmouth, June (Gerald) Hobson of Cole Harbour, Jane MacDonald of Lake Echo and Patsy (Anthony) Henneberry of Chezzetcook. Her brothers Steven of Slave Lake, AB and Russell of Dartmouth.
Besides her parents, Eleanor was predeceased by her husband Aden and her grandson Trevor Whynot, her sisters Marina Webber, Hilda Sheaves, Mae Martel, Linda Hobson and her brothers Edward “Manny” and Raymond.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 17, 2020 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside service will be held Friday, September 18, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. in New Charleston Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com. All those attending Eleanor’s service are requested to bring their own mask, practice physical distancing and hand sanitizing and provide funeral staff with contact tracing information.

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  1. Charlotte, Bob and Peggy Kelley

    To all of Eleanor’s family. Please accept our sincere condolences. It was an honour knowing Eleanor and enjoyed our times together. May your wonderful memories help you get through the difficult days ahead.

  3. Lori and Toby Colp

    So sorry for your loss of your mom, grandmother, and great grandmother. We are thinking of you and your family. Sending our love and condolence.

  6. LaDonna Williams

    Shelley and Peggy, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have fond memories of her during my visits to your house and at the Stedman’s lunch counter. Hugs to you both

  7. carlie croft

    To Eleanors family
    My sincere condolences to the family.
    I worked with Eleanor at Stedmans She was a lot of fun to work with

  8. Philip Anthony

    To: Elenor’s family.
    I was sad to read of Elenor’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  12. Judy Fleiger

    We would like to send our condolences in the loss of your mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and aunt. Eleanor(Nanny) was a wonderful person and she will be missed by many people! Judy and John Fleiger

  13. Sandra Turpin

    Dear Shelly and Family:

    My most sincere condolences to you on the loss of your Mom. May your many memories and the love and support of family and friends comfort you during this very sad time as Mom’s are so special. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care and God Bless. Hugs.

  14. Deb, Chuck ,Clay Taylor

    To all of Eleanors family,
    Our hearts ache for you all at this time . Eleanor was a gem, one of a kind and left her mark. I am so thankful for the years that I got to know her and play with her laughing our heads off in the ladies auxiliary.I can see and hear her laugh as I write this. I see so much of her in you and you know who you are her blood runs in all your veins , thank you for sharing this great lady with us we are all better for knowing her.
    RIP dear friend.
    God bless you all , hugs,
    Deb , Chuck and Clay Taylor

  15. Shelley Boens

    So sorry for your loss Shelly and family. Its never easy to loss someone no matter what or how. I know she is looking down on you all and saying thank you and smiling, no more pain, no more worries. Keep her memories alive and close to your hearts.

  16. Sandra Turpin

    Dear Shelly, Derek and Family:

    My most sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. May your many memories and the love and support of family and friends comfort you during this very sad time. Mom’s are so special. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care and God Bless. Hugs.

  17. Roger Newcombe

    Your mom will be missed dearly. So many great memories and a special sister-in-law. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

  18. Dollie Cole

    So sorry to hear of your moms passing, she was a wonderful person and lived a very full life, my prayers are with you at this time.

  19. Darlene Connolly

    Sincere condolences to all of Eleanor’s family. Had known Eleanor and Aden since moving to the village in 1974. Eleanor was certainly a worker and a very nice woman. RIP Eleanor

  20. Kevin and Cathie Wentzell.

    To Eleanor’s Family,

    Those we love don’t go away
    They walk beside us everyday.

    We extend our sincerest condolences.

  21. Angela

    My heart is saddened to read this. But I know all of you can say you had a wonderful mother and grandmother, sister etc. I was blessed to know her and so was anyone else that did. May your memories and her love That she had for you, help to comfort you at this sad time.
    Much love
    Angela And Jeff

  22. Janice and Darrin Everett

    Shelley and family

    Sorry for the loss of your mom. Sending sincere condolences to all the family.

  23. D BLAKE CONRAD

    So Sorry to hear about Eleanor’s passing. I knew her my whole life & would often see her at Ryan Hall when visiting Mom.

    Blake & Jo-Anne

  26. Judi Maillett

    Shelly & family, so sorry to see your Mom passed away. I hope she is pain free & flying with the Angels. Keep her memories close. Thinking of you all in my thoughts & prayers.

  29. Doris Lohnes Schnare

    To all of Eleanor’s family, So sorry for your loss. I would often chat with her when I visited at Ryan Hall. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  30. Anna-Stell Vaughn

    So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of enjoying the good times with Eleanor at church and fire department functions. May precious memories give you all comfort and peace.

  31. Kim Jacquard

    To Debbie and Family,
    Thinking of you in these hard times. I know how much you loved your Mom. Deepest sympathies.
    Jacquard Family

  32. Randy crouse

    Debbie gordie Shelly Peggy so sorry for the loss of your mom our thoughts are with you randy and valerie crouse

  33. Dianne Wamboldt

    Shelly & family

    My heart goes out to you at this time. It’s never easy, but know she is at peace now & with your Dad. Take care.

  34. Bernadette & Danny Manthorne

    Peggy & Family, So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing .She was a wonderful lady and we are so glad we got to know your mom .Hold onto the wonderful memories and know we are thinking of you all as you go through this difficult time.Hugs to all <3

  36. Theresa Brewster

    To Eleanor’s Family

    Sorry to hear of Eleanor’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

    Theresa Brewster

  37. Terri Longmire

    Staci and the rest of Eleanor’s family.

    So sorry to hear of your mom/grandmother’s passing. She is at rest now. Condolence to you and the whole family at this very sad time.

  38. John & Nancy LEEFE

    Sorry to learn of Eleanor’s passing. She was a great favourite of diners at Stedman’s lunch counter. She was fully engaged in her family. She will be fondly remembered

  42. Sandy Kinley

    Aunt Eleanor will forever hold a special piece of my heart with many fond memories of stays at the Shupes. Love and condolences to you all.

  43. Philip& Holly Smith

    Shelly, Derek and family,
    So very sorry to read of the passing of your Mom.
    Please accept our deepest sympathies.
    Holly and Philip Smith

  44. Cyndi Veinotte - CCA

    I would like to send my sincere condolences to all the family. I had the pleasure of caring for Eleanor. She taught me to play skip bo and we shared a loving feeling for Johnny Reid. She even got me addicted to diamond puzzles and of course Elvis Presley. She was such a pleasure to take care of… which lead to a special relationship that made us family. She will always hold a special place in my heart …. and will be forever missed at Ryan. My sincere condolences to her family. And Eleanor…may you rest in peace…. Until we meet again..forever missed you will be. Xoxoxo

  45. Pat Townsend

    I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Eleanor. She was a very special lady and made our therapy dog visits to Shannex
    extra fun. We will both miss her very much. With sincere sympathy and understanding-Pat and Cyrus (dog)

  46. Brian and Phyllis

    Shelly, Derek and family – Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. May the wonderful memories that you shared be a comfort at this difficult time.
    Sincerely,
    Brian and Phyllis Manthorne

  47. Pat Canning-Selig

    So sorry to hear of Eleanors passing, please accept our condolences

    She was a good neighbour to my mother at Ryan Hall, mom will miss
    her, she did a lot of diamond dot, which was beautiful, I also will miss
    my chats with her
    God bless and Take Care

    Marguerite Myers, Ryan Hall Crescent 103, and Pat

  49. Vicki & Scott Conrad

    Dear Peggy, Shelly and families

    Scott and I are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. We remember her as being such a warm and genuine person with twinkle of good natured mischievousness. She was a fine woman and I admired her work ethic and compassion in caring for others.

    Take good care and we are thinking about you during this sad time

  50. Dorothy

    Sending our deepest condolences to everyone, we will surely miss Eleanor. Dorothy&Joseph volunteer workers at Ryan Hall.

  51. Stephanie Miller Vincent

    Peggy and family: I’m thinking of you all. Your Mom played a nurturing and supportive role in my teen years. I spent many hours at your house and on a stool at the lunch counter and very fond memories of her and that time.

  53. Marilyn Wentzell

    I am so sorry to hear of Eleanor’s passing, she was a dear friend to me at Ryan Hall where we were side by side neighbors. I am very happy to have known her for the short time we had as friends.
    Deepest condolences to all the family.

    Isabelle Bush
    Ryan Hall Rm 404

    I sure missed bringing Eleanor tomatoes this summer, I will miss my visits with her also., and was so thankful for her
    friendship to my mother.
    Marilyn Wentzell (Isabelle’s Daughter)

  54. Cindy hanley

    I was so saddened to hear of Eleanor’s passing. Eleanor was a great lady.
    We worked together at stedmans lunch counter.eleanor will sadly missed by all that knew her..

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