MACDONALD, Cecilia Margaret

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and dearest Nanny, Cecilia Macdonald in the VG Site, QEII on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Cecilia was born on November 21, 1935. She was a daughter of the late William and Eva (Mcphee) Richard (formerly of Hureauville). Cecilia worked for most her career at the Steak Centre Restaurant on Quinpool Road but retired from the IGA store in 1998 after serving there for 12 years. She was a faithful Catholic and attended St. Agnes Catholic Church on Mumford Road. Cecilia was always giving to others and, through her love and talent of knitting, many children wore the beautiful sweaters, mittens and socks she made. Seeing her wares being used always brought her so much joy. Cecilia loved life and could often be found dancing with friends at the legion and also loved sharing a pot of tea with her children. Cecilia is survived by her daughter, Darlene; son- in-law, Paul ( Vern); grandchildren, Jordan and Jasmine; son, Stephen; daughter-in-law, Iris; grandchildren, Joshua and Natasha; son, Joseph; daughter-in-law, Patricia; grandchildren, Nathaniel and Alexa and great-grandchildren, Nick and Mike; and son, Allan (Donna, Jessica, Jeffrey). Cecilia is also survived by brother, Peter Richard and sisters, Stella (John) Maccormack, Jean ( Foster) Ryan, and Elizabeth (Kennelly) Macdonald, and beloved friend, Mickey Macneil of Iona, Cape Breton. She was predeceased by her husband, John Macdonald; brothers, Henry, Lewis and Raymond, and beloved sister, Yvonne. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 13th in J.A. Snow Funeral Home on Lacewood Drive. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a limited number of guests will be permitted. In lieu of flowers, donations in Cecilia’s name will be gratefully accepted to the Palliative Care Unit at the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Interment to follow at a later date in Cape Breton. To leave an on- line condolence, please visit: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com