It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our
mother, Marion Audrey (Moore) Pyke, age 76 on Thursday, June 13, 2013,
with her loving family at her side at the All Saints Springhill
Hospital.
A lifelong resident of Springhill,
she was the daughter of the late Michael MacPherson Moore and Ivy
Willa (Brown) Moore; and wife of her husband of 50 years, the late
John (Jack) Pyke. She dedicated her life to family, and will be
greatly missed by her son, Dennis of Lower Sackville; daughter, Audrey
(Bevan) Dickson of Amherst; sons, Gerald (Brenda) of New Minas, and
Keith (Crystal) of Coldbrook. Grandchildren; Christopher Lower
Sackville; Ryan (Kristie), Beaverbank; Thomas (Angelina), Amherst;
Jenny (Forrest), Charlottetown, PEI; Jason (Ashley), Kentville;
Bradley (Samantha), Wolfville; Nicole (Josh), Red Deer, Alta; Brandon
and Laura, Coldbrook. Great Grandchildren; Avah-Lynne and Alexzander,
Beaverbank; Lucas and Nevaeha, Kentville. Also sharing in her
family’s loss are sister, Shirley (Bill) Maddison, Port
Alberni, B.C.; brother-in-law, David (Janice) Pyke, Brookdale; special
sister-in-law, Barbara Moore, Springhill and niece Paulette Welch, St.
Dorothea, Que.; nephews, Andrew Moore, Springhill, Michael Maddison,
Port Alberni, B.C., Stephen Tower, Dorion, Que., John and Colton Pyke,
Brookdale.
Marion was never happier than when
sharing time with her family, especially the many large gatherings at
home, the beach and for many years a tradition of a family reunion on
July 1st at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park. She always enthusiastically
responded when asked to play a game of cards or one of many board
games with friends or with one of her grandchildren. More recently she
enjoyed playing on the local bowling league, activities with the
Springhill Seniors Organization and the weekly Friday afternoon card
club, as well as many special outings with her very good friends,
Ethel Gilbert, Helen Thompson and Helen Sweeney. Marion was a member
of St. Andrew’s-Wesley United Church, Springhill.
A person of high principles, deep faith, and an
overcoming spirit, Marion was often referred to as "dear sweet
Marion" by her many acquaintances, and will long be remembered
for her ready laugh and sunshine smile.
Our
family would like to convey a special thank you to all who gave care
to our mother during her brief illness.
Arrangements have been entrusted to A H Brown Funeral Home, 5
McFarlane Street, Springhill (902 597 2361). Family and friends are
invited to visit at the funeral home on Sunday, June 16, 2013 from 1-3
pm. A memorial service will immediately follow at 3 pm, Rev. Wayne
McCarther officiating Burial will follow in the Rodney Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to
the Canadian Cancer Society, the Alzheimer’s Society, St.
Andrew’s-Wesley United Church, or a charity of choice.
www.brownsfuneralhome.com