WERRY Violet Mary “Vi”

85, Brookfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 22, 2018, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Dot and Harry (Duncan) Houlbrook. Vi enjoyed volunteering her time in the community of Brookfield, playing cards and dedicated most of her free time to the church. In her earlier years she was an Officer with Spryfield YWCA in a wide range of volunteering roles. She worked in the retail industry for most of her career, including Klines, Lower Sackville Post Office and at an answering service. She will be deeply missed by her beloved husband, Jack, of 68 years; children, Sharon Fnukal (Joe), Jackie (Shelley), Kathy, Lisa (David); grandchildren, Jamie, Danielle, Natasha, Jason, Jack Jr., Taylor; great grandkids, Kyler, Tad, Nabryah, Emily, Georgia; brothers, David (Rachel), Gerry, Doug (Lorie), Bryon. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Joyce and brother, Reg. A special thank you to the thoughtful staff in Palliative Care Unit (CEHHC) and her amazing team of doctors. A celebration of her life will be held from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, December 1, 2018, at Knox United Church, 53 Highway 289, Brookfield. Private family interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Vi’s memory to The Salvation Army - Truro Corps are welcomed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall - Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Vi’s obituary on-line and selecting “Send A Condolence” at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com