SAMPSON, Mary Eileen

Of Arichat/ Louisdale. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our loving mother, Mary Eileen Sampson, 88, that occurred April 27, 2020 at her home in St. Anne Community & Nursing Care Centre, Arichat, formerly of Louisdale. Born in Walkerville (Whiteside) June 22, 1931, Eileen was a daughter of the late John and Annie (Macphee) Scanlan. Her family and friends meant everything to her. Mom is survived by her boys - Wayne, Brampton, Ont.; Brian (Penny), Markham, Ont.; Lloyd (Barb), Fort Mcmurray, Alta.; Paul (Erleen), Steve, Brent (Erma), all of Louisdale; 12 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers, Wilfred Scanlan, Paul Scanlan, both of Halifax; sisters, Donzella Samson, Richmond Villa, St. Peter’s; Marcella Byrne, Ivey Meadows, Beaver Bank; Anna (Bruce) Ellis, Dartmouth; and sister-in-law, Almira Scanlan, Oakwood Terrace, Dartmouth; daughter-in-law, Cathy Sampson, Louisdale. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Alfred Sampson; Jeffrey Sampson (first husband and father of children); brothers, John (Arvella) and Jim Scanlan; brother-in-law, Teddy Sampson and she was very sadly predeceased by her great-granddaughter, Clara Joan Belanger. Our heartfelt appreciation to all the staff of St. Anne Community & Nursing Care Centre during the past 18 years our mom resided with you. This was her home where she made many friends and was well taken care of. I am sure her friends will miss her daily visits and chats, card and bingo games .... We, her family, thank you. Cremation has taken place. The funeral and celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Donations can be sent to St. Anne Community & Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. For on-line condolences, please visit: https://chboudreau.com