Bonin (Dehmel), Evelyn M. “Evie”, 73 of Halifax passed away peacefully March 18th, 2018, at the Halifax Infirmary after a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of the late Ted and Isabel (Garth) Dehmel of Halifax.
Evie is survived by Wally, her loving husband of 34 years. She is also survived by step-children, Michael (Linda) Bonin, Paula (Doug) Walker, Christian Dehmel; grandchildren, Kelly, Lisa and Arron along with several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many family members. Also survived by sister, Carmen Symington; brothers, Fred (Trish), Jack (Phil), Ron (Donna), predeceased by her parents, brother ,Ted Jr. (Rose), sisters, Mary and Karen.
Evie was employed by Sears Canada for 40 years. She enjoyed travelling, cooking, baking, gardening and biking. Evie was a devoted Catholic and parishioner of Saint Benedict Parish and served on the hospitality ministry as well as other church ministries.
A cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at Evie’s request. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Saint Benedict Parish, 45 Radcliffe Dr., Halifax, Monday, March 26th at 10:30 a.m., followed by a reception in the church hall. Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society or Feed Nova Scotia where Evie volunteered for special events over several years.
~~Words from the heart of Kelly Bonin & Family in loving honor of our Great Grandmother❤~~
Be at peace dear Evie,
so sweet and lovely.
You brought your heart
to our grandfather at a time of pain
turning his greatest loss
into his greatest gain!
You joined our family
as our new grandmother
you made new harmony.
Serving others with kindness
was your highest aim.
We thank you dear Evie,
We honor your name.
Be at peace dear Evie,
so thoughtful in every way.
If life is a journey, if this day is holy,
you’ve made it today.
For so many years
your career was at Sears,
making your living by giving.
Putting so much love and soul
into all your roles,
putting at the golfcourse
filling the empty holes.
Hats off to you dear Evie,
so memorable you’ll stay!
Be at peace, dear Evie,
so full of God’s grace!
You left this Earth
when the moon had no face.
As winter turns to spring,
what will life without you bring?
As we reflect on time,
on life so sublime,
may we all remember
your gentle surrender
of an ever faithful lady
sweet lovely Evie.
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