NEHILEY, Shirley May

Age 78 of Dartmouth, passed away December 9, 2020 at home with her daughters by her side. Born in Halifax she was a daughter of the late Walter and Violet (Hillier) Jewers. Mom was a mother, first and foremost, the love and pride she had for each of us was well known. Everyone knew how much she loved her family whether it was a friend or stranger we were always the topic of conversation. Mom worked as a Teachers Aid in Toronto, Ont., until returning home to Halifax in the early 80’s. Mom then became a hairdresser and worked for many years throughout Dartmouth until retirement. After retirement her focus was caring for her mother. Mom was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife and friend, she was loved by all who knew her. Shirley is survived by her daughters, Ann Munro (Phil), Dartmouth; Jacqueline (Karl), Halifax; son, John ( Julia), Bridgewater; brothers, Keith, Vancouver, B.C.; and John (Carole), Fort Mcmurray, Alta.; grandchildren, Donald (Dana), Stephanie (Holly), Brittany, Benjamin (Emily), Amy ( Jeremy); great-grandchildren, Brody, Skyler, Laney, Brayden and Evelyn; nieces and nephews, Gary, Tony, Chris, Earl, Amie and Matthew. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her brother, Eugene; and sister, Julia Warren; and former husband, John Nehiley. Cremation has taken place under the care of Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Due to COVID-19 restrictions a Memorial Service will be held on a later date. Interment will also take place in Fairview Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Special Thank You to Audrey, Roland, Michael, Cathy and family, the way you cared for mom meant so much to us. Online condolence may be made by visiting the Halifax chapel at: www.atlanticfuneralhome.com

"Mom we love you to infinity and beyond"