Mom was born on January 2, 1945, to her loving parents, the late Walter and Margaret (Elliott) Tobey.
Mom was so deeply loved and will be forever missed by her children, Tobey MacKenzie (Westville), Colin MacKenzie (Salem), Mike (Heather) MacIsaac (Antigonish), and Matt (Courtney) MacIsaac (Shubenacadie). She also leaves behind her beloved sister, Barbara Cameron of Port Hood; niece, Kelly Cameron (New Minas); nephew, Rodger Cameron (Kentville); step-grandchildren, Savannah and Jackson (Shubenacadie); and her partner of 22 years and the love of her life, Gary Porter of Sydney Mines.
Mom grew up on Port Hood Island and graduated from high school at just 16 years old. She went on to attend Teachers’ College in Truro and began her teaching career in Port Hood at the age of 17. Over the next 12 years, she taught in Port Hood, Halifax, Wabush, and Thorburn.
After having children, Mom retired from teaching. In the 1980s, she began a new career with Statistics Canada, a job she truly loved. She enjoyed travelling throughout Inverness County, interviewing people from one end of the county to the other. She also held fond memories of the wonderful ladies she worked alongside at Stats Can.
In late 2025, Mom moved to Westville. Over the past year, there were countless drives (which we affectionately called “deer hunting”), family gatherings, and endless cuddles with Leo the cat. Mom was happy to spend so much time with her children, and we were so grateful to have her here with us.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Michelle and all the staff at Pharmachoice in Westville. Their kindness, care, and support over the past several months meant more to us than words can express. Without them, this journey would have been so much harder.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, in Port Hood and Area Resting Place from 4-7 pm. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in St. Stephen's Jubilee United Church, Port Hood at 11:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pictou County SPCA, in honor of Mom’s love for animals.
Online condolences may be made to: www.invernessfuneralhome.com
Mom, you were so loved, and you will be missed more than words can ever say.
