Tomblin; Dorothy “Marie”, 91, of Greenfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Wednesday, February 16th, 2022.
Born in St. John, New Brunswick, she was a daughter of the late Mildred and Jack Milbury.
Marie was employed for over 30 years as a registered nurse. She was a pillar in the Greenfield United Baptist Church for many years, serving in many different capacities. She was a lifetime member of the Greenfield Ladies Sewing Circle, established in 1919. Marie was very crafty and enjoyed working with her hands. She was well known for her knitting, sewing and quilting abilities. She was the family problem solver, if anyone needed advice or a question answered Marie would always get the call. Above all else, she was most passionate about her family and spending time with them, as well as her grandchildren and great grandchildren. If Marie couldn’t see them they always stayed connected be it by phone or the internet. Marie had a great sense of humor and a warm loving heart.
Marie is survived by her sons, Gordon (Lucille) of Aylesford and Mark of Sylvan Lake, Alberta; her grandchildren, Kyle, Kurt, Alyssa and Jesse and her great grandsons, Kayden and Madix.
Marie was predeceased by her loving husband, Harry; infant daughter, Dianne; sisters, Geraldine and Norma.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A Celebration of Marie’s Life will be held on Tuesday March 1st, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in Greenfield United Baptist Church, Reverend Janet Baker officiating. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Greenfield United Baptist Church, Sewing Circle or to the S.H.A.I.D. Tree Animal Shelter. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com
Those planning to attend the service are asked to bring a mask, provide proof of vaccination and identification, hand sanitize, and social distance wherever possible.
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Gordon Eisnor
Very sorry to read of Marie’s passing.Marie and Harry were great customers of mine at Rossignol Sales ,which later became Carroll Tri County.I enjoyed many chats with them.Condolences to all Marie’s family.
Janice Brian buck
So sorry for you loss, great lady, always liked our visits.
Barry and Nita Fisher
RIP sweet lady …our condolences to the family… I enjoyed seeing her at post office over the years…glad i had a visit before Christmas ..another member of our community that will be greatly missed
Kim Rogers
Gordon, Mark and family I send my deepest sympathy. I only knew your Marie a short time but she left a lasting impression on me. She was a very smart, independent, thoughtful, loving lady. I will miss her dearly. May you rest easy my friend xo
Reg and Glenda
I was privileged to have known Marie she was a lovely lady and will be missed. Condolences to her family and many friends
Royce and Alice Getson
Our heartfelt condolences to all the family and friends on the passing of another pillar in our community. Marie was a great friend and always ready for a visit, or there to chat and make people feel good. She will be missed by many but we are grateful that her journey is over and she is now walking with the Lord and the love of her life Harry.
Donna Covey
My family and I are saddened by Marie’s death and wish to give our condolences to the family. Marie and I had some good talks and laughter over the many years that Marie and Harry and their family were here with us.
Audrey Kitchin
Like to send my sincere condolences to all of Marie’s family so sorry to hear may God be with you at these difficult times
Sincerely Audrey
Linda Lucier
I’m so very sorry to hear that dear Marie has passed. I so admired her on many levels. She was a true example of aging gracefully ,and living her own truth. Marie will be missed by many. Loved her.
Carolyn Hudson
So sorry for your loss, Gordon, Lucille & Mark and families! She will be missed by all of us that shared church, sewing circle and any other activities that a small community is involved in. She taught me how to crochet and we enjoyed making our potholders and dishclothes together. She enjoyed watching tennis so I learned how to enjoy that with her too. Will miss her dearly and thank her for all her wisdom and spirit. Love you and will miss you dear Lady!
Bonnie Flemming
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing..I will miss seeing her at the lake this summer and enjoyed all our chats..my thoughts are with the family at this time
David whynott of mersey point
Condolences to Marie’s family and friends.Marie and Harry were great people to be around over the years. Bless you all at this sad time.
Bonnie Finck
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. I’m met her while doing my psych rotation at Cole Harbour Rehab Centre. To say she made it bearable was an understatement. We became fast friends and she was a wonderful mentor and friend over the years. Many times she was my confidant when I needed impartial advice. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Treasure all your memories as they will be a tremendous gift to share as you navigate this difficult time. Hugs and love to you all.
Doug & Danielle Hass
Our deepest condolences to all of you at this difficult time.
Ashley Whynot
So sorry for your loss, Greenfield lost one of their finest.
Backman
Our deepest condolences sent to the family of our neighbour and friend.
Jo-Anne West
Sending condolences to the family on Marie’s passing. She was a lovely lady & like a second mother to me many years ago. She will be missed by many. ❤️
Sharon Ernst
My deepest sympathy to Marie’s family. Marie and I were a big part of each other’s lives each summer and stayed in constant contact over the winter…she was a woman I loved and called family. I will miss my great friend and know her loss is really going to hit me when I go to the cottage where we spent so many days swimming, playing cards and sharing meals. She will remain in my heart forever. Rest in peace, Marie….say Hi to Bill for me.
David Weaver
So sorry to hear about Marie’s passing, she will be missed by many. My condolence to the family
Barb and Ulf
We were so very sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. She was a great neighbour at the lake and will be missed by many. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Karen Parnell-Herrick
It’s taken me some time to write this condolence because it’s taken time to absorb the loss. Marie walked into my life and hair salon more than thirty years ago. We had our first appointment, and every Friday since that day, she was loyal.
Marie was wise, gentle, kind, energetic, an excellent sewer, stubborn, and sometimes downright disagreeable and I loved her deeply. There were a few times we would agree to disagree, and that was good enough for us. I could tell her my secrets and I knew they were safe, and sometimes she would share a secret of her own. She saw me through a lot of lifes issues and I cherished her compassion and wisdom.
I told her often she reminded me of Lily Tomlin. She always rattled back the same, “don’t say that, she’s homely”. Marie was beautiful and a real “looker” far into advanced age.
So many memories we have made, and I know I will always remember her, and I already miss her so much.
To her family. You have lost a most beautiful lady, cherish a life well lived and bless you.
Goodbye my dear, dear friend, you have taken a piece of my heart with you. Rest now, Marie.
Gerry Avery
Gordon, Mark and families.
So sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. She was a great neighbour when she lived by us in Dartmouth. I’m sure you’ll have a lot of good memories to carry with you.
Marlene Robart
Gordon, Mark and families
So sorry to learn of Marie’s passing Her love of music and her laughter are well remembered. Take comfort in knowing there are many who share in your loss.
Alex Herman & family
Gordon & Mark and family. She was a wonderful sweet friend and part of our Herman family. Every week during COVID Helen & I Denise would set up up our table for a video meeting and play cards. It was good to laugh during those times when we had to isolate. During Helen’s illness she was always there for us And would stay with Helen and help whenever I needed her.
Marie was always ready to give of herself and always remembered. With the loss of Helen & Marie these last two months – we lost the two sweetest ladies ever
McCulloch Beth
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Love
Robie and Beth McCulloch
Paul and Elaine Slaney
Gord, Lucille and family, we were very sorry to hear about your dear mother passing away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. Keep all your wonderful memories of your Mom close to your heart! Sincerely,
Paul and Elaine Slaney
Howard and Rita Roberts
Sending sincere condolences to the family and friends of Marie she was wonderful lady I became very good friends with Harry when we worked at Forbes Chev.. Rita and always enjoyed dropping at the cottage she put kettle on tea,.later we would always have walkaround ,They will both have a special place in our hearts God bless them, sincerely Howie and Rita Roberts.
Mike and Tina Quinn
A sad day indeed with the loss of this very special lady. Marie and Harry were very special customers of mine when I had the paint shop in Liverpool. Marie could light up the room with her smile and all that knew her were truly blessed. Our heart felt sympathy to all of Marie’s family.
Christine Bolivar
David and Christine Bolivar
March 1, 2022
Extremely sorry to hear of the loss of Marie. She was a truly great lady and will be sorely missed. Always helpful in so many ways, a good friend and wonderful helper where ever she was needed. Much sympathy to the family.
David and Christine Bolivar
Kathy Ramey
My sincere condolences to Marie’s family. Mare was always there and a shoulder to lean on. Kathy
jesse tomblin
Love you Nanna
Rosemarie Blais
I am so sorry to hear of Maries passing and sorry that I didn’t get up to see her one last time but I wouldn’t have taken the chance with covid. She was an amazing woman respected and loved. She started as my instructor at Cole Harbour, than turned in to my landlord for a short time while I searched for an apartment and from there a lifelong friend. She always gave the best advice and was a wonderful talker you could have a conversation about anything although we usually ended up fixing healthcare. She will be missed by all who had the privilege ( and I do mean privilege) of knowing her and becoming a part of her life. And now she goes home to be with Harry