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Whynot; Reta Margaret

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WHYNOT – Reta M., 84, of Liverpool, NS, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 3, 2020.
Born in Milton, Reta was the oldest child of the late Lawrence and Nina (Whynot) Whynot.
In her early years, Reta worked for Pentz Hardware on Market Street, Liverpool. She then went to work at the Royal Bank of Canada; first in Liverpool, then Halifax and Toronto, returning to the Liverpool branch and retiring in the early ‘90’s after 37 years. After her retirement from the bank, Reta worked for Tim Horton’s and was one of their biggest fans. She loved to watch baseball; her favorite team being the Boston Red Sox and was fortunate to attend one of their home games with her mother, Nina. She enjoyed travelling throughout Canada and the United States and even took her nieces and nephews to Disneyland and to PEI. She loved her nieces and nephews and was like a mother to them all.
Reta is survived by her sister Sharon (Earl) Mossman of Liverpool and her brother Manley of Milton. Her niece Chelsea Whynot and nephews Eric Wolfe Jr., Ron Shupe, Jason Wolfe and Ashley Whynot.
Besides her parents, Reta was predeceased by her sisters Valarie Wolfe, Debra Shupe and infant sister Maxine. Her nieces Sheri Doucette, Vilda Whynot and Brooke Whynot.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A private family graveside memorial service will be held Sunday, September 6, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in Milton Community Cemetery. No flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Paul and Gloria Whynot

    Sharon, Earl and Manley…Paul and I are so very sorry to hear about Reta. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul and Gloria

  2. Jeanette ,Irving Whynot,

    Sharon ,Manley and all the family,So sorry to hear that Reta has passed . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time .

  5. Stephen & Sally (Lake) Belding

    Condolences to the family..our thoughts and prayers are with you all..God Bless

  7. Clark and Sandra Hebb

    To the family of the late Reta M Whynot Sorry for your loss , we always enjoyed talking to Reta when we saw her at Tim Hortons. Praying that great memories help to ease the pain of her passing

  8. Charmaine Stevens

    Sharon and Manley and family I’m so sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. Thinking of you all.

  9. Cheryl Bouges

    To Rita’s family,

    So sad to hear Rita passed away. She worked with my Mom Carol Knox for many years at the Royal Bank. I have many memories of her in my younger years from the bank and bank parties at mom’s house. She always had a smile on face. Thinking of her family at this difficult time.

    Cheryl (Knox) Bouges

  10. Joan Roy Tiffany

    I am so sad to read of Reta’s passing. I worked with her at the Royal Bank in Liverpool and saw her many times over the years when I came home. She was a kind, gentle and caring person. My condolences to her relatives

  11. susan verge

    I am in shock! Eric I don’t know what to say except know that I am thinking of you and your family. I will definitely miss Reta coming into the smoke shop for her tickets..RIP

  12. Billy Joudrey

    So sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. She will be missed by those who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  13. Amanda Oickle

    Dear Reta’s family and friends,,,,,,

    I was saddened to hear of her passing she will definitely be missed by me when she came in Liverpool Dollarama when I was on cash to buy her favourite thing her potato chips the only kind she loved was Lay’s Stacks the regular ones she was one of my favourite customers I waited on May she rest easy

  15. Pat Wigglesworth

    Ron, Manley

    Sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. Will miss having her as a neighbor. My thoughts are with all the family.

  18. Peggy and Richard Hatt

    Richard and I would like to send condolences to Reta’s family . So sorry for your loss Sincerely Peggy and Richard Hatt

  20. Todd J Hannam

    Eric and Family
    I remember dealing with Reta years ago at the Royal Bank
    Always Helpful and Friendly
    Sending Heartfelt Sympathy
    Sincerely
    Todd J Hannam

  21. Carlie Croft

    To all Reta’s family
    My deepest sympathy to you all. Reta was a wonderful lady. She will be missed by many .

  22. Eric and Maryann Whynot

    Dear Sharon:
    We are sorry to hear of your sister’s passing, I remember her pleasantness and smile when she worked at the Royal Bank. Please accept our condolences at this sad time.
    Love Eric and Maryann.❤️

  23. Judi Maillett

    Eric & Rita’s family, so sorry to see Rita has passed away. She was a kind sweet person. Miss talking to her when she dropped into work for her ” word search ” books. Eric I’m sure she is up in Heaven watching over everyone. Keep the memories close.

  24. Marilyn Malone

    Sharon, Manley and Families:
    So sorry to read about Rita. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

  25. bonnie and david flemming

    jason we are so sorry for the loss of reta..we know how much she meant to you…you are in our thoughts xo

  26. Steven and Brenda Kennedy

    Dear Sharon and family,
    Our deepest condolences to you and with the beautiful memories you have of Rita, I am sure she will be missed. Rita was a beautiful soul, with compassion and love for anyone who crossed her path. Keep your memories alive in your heart and know she went on to do many more beautiful deeds .
    Bless you all,
    Steven and Brenda Kennedy

  27. valerie and gary joudrey

    To Sharon and her family, Gary and I would like send our deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your sister. I didn’t quite know but i only saw her in the royal bank at the time where she worked. she was very kind and nice lady to talk to at the bank. keep your memories of her close to your heart.

  28. Helen Jordan

    To the Whynot family, I am very sorry for your loss. Reta and I worked together years ago in Halifax. She was very well liked . My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. With sympathy.
    Helen Jordan

  29. Helen Snow

    Eric,
    So sorry to learn of your Aunt’s passing.
    Sending our sincere condolences to you and
    your family. Thinking of you at this difficult
    time.

    Paul and Helen

  30. Robert MacGowan

    I am sorry to hear of Reta passing. I worked with Reta for many years at Royal Bank Liverpool. My sincere condolences in you loss

  32. Charlene & Bruce / Barb & Bill

    Dear Sharon, Earl and all of Reta’s family.
    We are so sorry to hear of Reta’s death. She was always a fun person to talk to and we had many nice conversations with her through the years. You have our deepest and sincerest sympathy.

  33. Marion Davis

    I am sorry to read of Reta’s passing, I worked with her at The Royal Bank. I always enjoyed our chats at Tim Hortons. Condolences to her family.

  34. Nancy and Manson White

    We are sorry to hear of Reta passing. Was a surprise. Enjoyed talking to her at Tim Hortons. May she rest in Peace.

  36. gary conrad and gloria aulenback

    gloria and gary
    september 4, 2020 at 5:45 pm

    to sharon, earl and manley,

    we are so sorry to hear of reta’s passing. it came as a shock. our thoughts and prayers are with all
    of you at this sad time.

  37. Daryl and Gladys Williams

    Sharon and the Whynot Family

    So sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. We offer our sincere condolences. Always enjoyed our conversations at Tim’s Horton’s and she always had her scratch cards.

  38. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Our condolences to all of Reta’s family. She was always very friendly at the Royal Bank. Take comfort in Remembering the good times. God Bless you all.

  39. Sandra Turpin

    Sharon and Manley:

    So very sorry to hear of Reta’s passing. Sending my most sincere sympathy.

  40. Cindy&Theodore Hanley

    So sad to hear of Rita’s passing.she was a lovely lady.
    She will be missed by all that knew her. Our thoughts
    And prayers are with all of you.

  41. Betty Ann & Ronnie Daury and Family

    Manley and Sharon and all the family another loss in our family. We missed her very much when she moved off Morton St. To Liverpool. Reta will be missed. I loved our conversations about the leaves on the Maple Tree outside of the kitchen door. Sometimes its the small things you will miss the most. Rest in peace Reta.

  42. Sheila Feakes

    Sharon, Earl, Manley and family
    I am so sorry to hear of Reta’s passing. Was hoping that sometime she would join us all for lunch. Never forget her smile. Hugs to all of you.

  43. Clarice Beeler

    Sharon ,Earl and Manley so very sorry to learn of Rita’s passing She was a fine lady My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

  44. Sally Fader

    Reta’s family:
    Sincere condolences to all of Reta’s family. She was a lovely person and I knew her when I worked at the BMO. Always a pleasure to talk to.

  48. Robin Sperry

    So sorry for your loss Reta was a amazing woman and she would always say hi no matter when your saw her .sending prayers to the family .

  49. Lynn Malone

    Eric, I’m so sorry for your loss, I hope u will be ok, I know u was very close to Rita even when u didn’t live here, big hugs I’m here if you need anything, rest of family big hugs sorry for your loss, she will be missed

  50. Robert D F Legge.

    Sorry to hear of Rita passing.We went through high school together.She always had time to stop and and talk wherever we met.Hold on to your memories..

  51. Valerie Conrad

    I’m so sorry to hear of Reta’s passing. She was always up for a chat when we would meet on the street. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  52. Sharon Ellis

    Sharon I am sorry to hear of Reta’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
    Sharon (Roy) Ellis

  53. Patti and Reid Emenau

    Sharon and Earl,
    We send our sincere condolences on the passing of your sister Rita. We did not know her well but she always had a smile and a friendly hello. Our love thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Patti and Reid

  55. Joyce Bolivar

    Sorry to hear about Reta. Will miss seeing her at Tims. We worked together for quite a few years at the bank. Thinking of the family at this time.

  56. Billand Anna Cox

    Our sympathy in Reta’s passing, Bill worked with Reta at the Royal Bank for many years and she was well liked by customers and staff/ Our prayers are for you at this difficult time.

  57. Barb and Lorne Redmond

    Sharon, Earl, Manley, and extended family:
    So sorry to hear of Reta’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to you all.

  59. Judi & Ken Minard

    Sharon, Manley and families

    So sorry for your loss. Reta was a kind and lovely lady who will be missed. Our sincere condolences.

  60. Kim Masland, MLA

    To Reta’s Family,

    I am sad to learn of Reta’s passing. Reta took me under her wing and taught me so much when I started working at RBC. She was such a kind soul who loved her family dearly. I loved chatting with her when we would see each other. She will be missed by her family and friends.

    My sincere condolences.

  61. Susan M MacLeod

    To Sharon and Manley and families

    I am so sorry to hear about Rita. Not long ago I saw her buying her scratch tickets on her way to Tim’s for the usual visit. We had a nice chat, I have fond memories of Rita, although I did not work with Rita, I did hear many kind words about her.
    My sincere condolences
    Susan MacLeod

  62. Cindy Dalby

    I am so sorry to read of Retas passing. She was a lovely woman. My prayers are with all of her family now. God Bless.

  63. Marilyn Whynot

    To Reta’s family sending my sincere condolences to all. Reta will certainly be miss by all that knew her over the years and now she is at peace .

  64. pat lohnes

    To the family
    I am sorry to hear of Reta passing. I worked with Reta for many years at the Royal Bank. Reta was a kind and quiet person we will all miss her. Sincere sympathy to the family. Pat and Doug Lohnes

  65. Pamela Mutsaers

    To Reta’s family my sincere condolences. She indeed loved her nieces and nephews very much. I worked with her for a short time but would see her monthly in the branch and we always had a little chat and a chuckle.

  66. Esther Doggett

    Sharon and Earl

    So sorry to read about your sister. So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers

  67. Carol Doggett

    So sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. We had many laughs over the years we worked together. Fond memories of our years at RBC.

  68. Ed and Evie Fisher

    To the family : Sorry to hear of Rita’s passing. I always liked her, Thoughts and prayers are with you all .Hugs.

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