Alice Callahan, of Antigonish, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2016 at St. Martha's Regional Hospital in the presence of her children. Born March 1st, 1926 in South West Margaree, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Margaret (Coady) Gillis.
Alice was a long time member of St. Ninian's Parish, and Stella Maris Parish, Louisbourg. As a devout Catholic, she was a lifetime member of the Catholic Women's League, a Eucharistic Minister, and a Catechist, who maintained lifelong friendships with the Clergy. Alice was a talented seamstress who enjoyed her years working in the costume department at Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Park. She prided herself on her baking, and enjoyed providing too many treats for family and friends. She had an infectious laugh and was happiest when sharing time with her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Alice is survived by her sons Herbert (Ann) and Leo Callahan, Antigonish; daughters Marilyn (Michael) MacDonald, Dartmouth and Bernice Callahan (Bryan Inglis), Moncton. She is also survived by her sister Isabel Cruickshank, of Dartmouth, and many nieces and nephews. Mourning the loss of their Nanny are her grandchildren, Aaron (Tammy) and Andrew Callahan, Jessica (Justin Parker) and Mackenzie Inglis, Lauchlan and Liam MacDonald, and great-grandchildren Mason, Lily and Timothy Callahan. Alice was predeceased by James, her husband of fifty years, and her siblings: Johnny, Loyola, Annie Mae ( in infancy ), Pete, Annie, Mose, Gertie, Frank, Alex and Bernie.
The family would like to recognize the years of caring and devotion provided to Alice by her son Leo, and her physician Dr. Michael MacKenzie. They extend a special thank you to Cassandra RN, of St. Martha's ICU.
Visitation will be in C. L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St, Antigonish, N.S. from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Sunday, October 16. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, October 17th at 11:00 am at St. Ninian's Cathedral, with Father Daniel MacLennan officiating. Memorial donations may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, St. Martha's Regional Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. On line condolences: www.clcurry.com.