Carol Marie Septon-MacKenzie
March 6, 1944 – December 27, 2025
With heavy hearts, the family of Carol Marie Septon-MacKenzie announces her peaceful passing on December 27, 2025, at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.
Carol was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth, generosity, and resilience touched all who knew her. Deeply rooted in the Antigonish community, she spent her life caring for others with unwavering kindness.
Predeceased by her parents, Angus and Rita (Duggan) MacNeil, and survived by her sisters Olive Mattie and Teresa (John) Oostvogles.
Lovingly remembered by her children: Darlene (Joey) van Oirschot, Stace Septon, Patrick (Cindy) Septon, and Sean Septon.
"Nan’s" grandchildren were her greatest joy. She cherished making memories through art, sports events, through knitting. Grandchildren: Colby (Nicole), Brea (Keagan), Tyler, Chloe (Karim), Noah, Maranda, Samantha (Eli), and Holly; great-grandchildren: Elijah, Wyatt, Bonnie, Drew, and Isaac.
Mom, loved her work, at 81, she was still a causal employee at the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the Palliative Care Unit at St. Martha’s Regional Hospital for their exceptional compassion and care.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Saint Andrews District Community Centre (86 Pomquet River Rd., Antigonish), Tuesday, December 30, from 2:00–4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, private donations in Carol’s memory may be made to:
- St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation (Palliative Care): smrhfoundation.com/donate-now or 902-863-1131
- Canadian Cancer Society: cancer.ca/en/ways-to-give
- R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home Foundation: rkfoundation.ca or 902-863-2578 ext. 223
Carol carried her community in her heart, and it always returned the love. She will be deeply missed. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com.