GALE (Dimmer), Christine J.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christine Gale in Halifax on November 28, 2020. Christine was born in Fox Cove, N. L., on July 17, 1936’ and was predeceased by her parents, James and Gertrude; her husband, Andrew; an infant son; and son, Daniel. She was the loving mother of David ( Josephine), Dean (Carol) and Jim (Mitzy); and proud grandmother, of Jonathan, Matthew, Brittany, Charley; and greatgrandson, Elijah. Christine was a cherished sister to Margaret "Madge" and to her late siblings, Kathleen, Vincent, Cyril, Patrick, James and Mary. Chris was a devoted mother and spent many years taking care of her boys and household during Andy’s 25 years of service in the Royal Canadian Navy. She was a kind and loving person who relished spending time with her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed telling stories of her family and upbringing in Newfoundland and was a woman of strong faith who regularly attended her local church. Chris enjoyed shopping and was always expected to be very well put-together. She was a giving person and always made a place at her home and dinner table for friends and relatives. Chris will be greatly missed by her family and friends, nieces and nephews and all who came to know and love her. Those who wish to donate in her memory may do so to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or a charity of your choice. A private family funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 4th with burial to follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. Unfortunately, COVID-19 restrictions will not permit visitation or attendance at the funeral or burial. Information on her livestreamed funeral service and online condolences may be found by visiting the Halifax chapel at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com