It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our
mother, Kathleen "Kay" Melanson (nee Burgess), on
Thursday, September 15, 2016 in the Cumberland Regional Health Care
Centre, Nappan. Born in Springhill, she was a daughter of
the late Frederick and Della (Fisher) Burgess.
Kay was the thread that held her family together. She was a
loving, mother, grandmother. She loved animals, especially her dog
gypsy. She loved spending time at the beach. Kay was a kind and
compassionate person who loved unconditionally. She will be dearly
missed by her children; Shane (Janette) Melanson; Shelly Melanson and
Kelly Melanson, all of Springhill; sister, Darlene (Frank) Kantor;
brothers, William (Jean) Burgess, Tom (Alta) Burgess, David Burgess,
Curtis (Sharon) Burgess and Kevin Burgess; grandsons, Damon &
Rory at home, Colton Chapman, Springhill, Justin Chapman of
Halifax.
Besides her parents, she was
predeceased by brothers, Keith and Wayne Burgess.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of the A H Brown
Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill, (902 597 2361). No
visitation by request. A private graveside service will be held at a
later date.
Should friends desire, memorial
contributions may be made to the L.A. Animal Shelter.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Kay's online
memorial through the A H Brown Funeral Home Facebook Page, or at
www.brownsfuneralhome.com.