LAVALLEE-CLYKE Nicole, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23. A native of St. Eugene de Guigues, Quebec, she is a daughter of Therese and Fernand Lavallee. Nicole is survived by Bob her beloved husband, her three children Louise, Julie and Allen (Alain), her mother and 10 siblings. In 1971 she arrived in Nova Scotia to attend Dalhousie University and made Halifax her home. She blessed us with her many creative and artistic talents (all needle crafts, painting and her amazing baking). Nicole will also be remembered as a pioneer of French education in the Halifax region. The family would like to thank Dr. Rayson and Helen as well as the staff of the 8th floor at the Queen Elizabeth II hospital for their compassionate care and kindness. Donations may be made in Nicole’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements are entrusted to JA Snow Funeral Home 339 Lacewood Dr. Hfx NS B3S 0E1(455-0531) For on-line condolences, please visit www.jasnowfuneralhome.com