Doris Pelham

Pelham, (McDonald) Maria Doris, November 17, 1917-June 26, 2012. Our mother Doris died peacefully, in Halifax, at the age of 94, surrounded by family, after a very long and fulfilling life. She was born in Halifax, the eldest daughter of the late Clifford and Catherine (Markley) McDonald. She was a dedicated wife and mother, a prolific reader, and enjoyed playing bridge. She very much enjoyed her winters on Anna Maria Island with her son Stephen and his family. Doris was passionate about watching her sons play hockey and could often be heard cheering them on as St. Pat’s battled their rivals from QEH. She thoroughly enjoyed watching NHL games until her death. She had an awesome sense of humor, and always appreciated a good joke. Doris is survived by sons Michael (Lynn), Peter (Helen), Rick (Eileen), Cliff (Gina), Stephen (Sheleagh), daughters Cathy (Wayne Faulkner), Susan McKenzie, and sister Catherine (Kaye) McDonald. She was pre-deceased by husband Leonard, sisters Elizabeth (Betty) MacDonald, Jean Holloway, and grand-daughter Sarah Pelham. She had 18 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the fourth floor staff at Arborstone Enhanced Care, Purcell’s Cove Rd, for their extensive personal care for Mom.

Visitation will take place at Cruikshanks Funeral Home on 2666 Windsor St, in Halifax on Monday July 2nd from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral mass will take place at St. Paul’s Church, Herring Cove on Tuesday July 3, 2012 at 10:00am, Father Randy Doucette officiating. Burial will be at Gate of Heaven cemetery. To view or send a condolence to the family please visit: www.cruikshankhalifaxfuneralhome.com