MacDonald, Barbara Ann, 67 - It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Barbara Ann MacDonald of Antigonish, formerly of Merland, on April 13, 2017 at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital with her daughter by her side.
Born in Merland, Barbara was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Breen) MacDonald. Barbara worked as a Personal Care Worker at the RK MacDonald Nursing Home and most recently as a Continuing Care Assistant at Bethany. She took great pride in her work, cared deeply about her residents and formed lasting friendships. In retirement, she planned to take courses at St. FXU with the goal of mentoring and supporting young women.
Barbara was a free spirit with sense of adventure. She had a keen sense of humor, great style, a youthful outlook and loved being around people of all ages. She played the button and piano accordion when it wasn’t cool, loved dancing, long drives, bird watching and travelling. Barbara had a love of animals beginning with a pet deer in childhood. Over the years, she had horses, a pet goat, several cats and dogs including her beloved "Mumpie" who will be waiting for her on the other side.
She is survived by her companion of six years Keith Wilson, Liscomb; daughter Edwina "Winnie" (David) Ehler-Harris, Dutch Settlement; son Roger Ehler, Merland; brothers Joe, Lower Sackville; Johnny (Linda), Hamilton Ontario; Ronnie (Alvina), Afton; sister Viola (Frank) Carmichael, Dartmouth; her special cousin and "sidekick" Warren as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by brother Jimmy MacDonald.
The family wishes to thank the staff of the Progressive Care (PCU), Frances Chisholm RN, Sister Catherine MacGillivray and Drs. Howard, Cooper, MacCormick and Fuhrman during this difficult time. Your kindness will not be forgotten. Special thanks to Cheryl Peters, Bethany House staff and to the many people who visited and provided support. Thank you all.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish on Thursday, April 20th, at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Palliative Care Program.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com