Emily Edith Poirier

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Emily Edith (Bramble) Poirier, of Halifax at the Halifax Infirmary on March 10th, 2013. Born Emily Edith Bramble on October 15th, 1923 in Portsmouth, England. She was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Stagg) Bramble. She met and married Paul Lin Poirier during the War and came to Canada with her young daughter, Pauline, on the Letitia Ship through Pier 21 in April 1946 and they settled in Inverness, Cape Breton. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mommy was an avid knitter, card player, loved playing bingo, and watching a beautiful movie. She was a member of the Stella Maris Choir (Soloist) and Northwood Choir. Her great passion in life was a good cup of hot tea; always asking the question; “did you put the milk in first.” She loved to meet up with her fellow War brides at their yearly conventions.

She is survived by her daughters Pauline Kennedy, (late Don), Inverness, Wendy Poirier, Halifax and son, Brad (Wendy MacMillan) Lower Sackville. She is survived by her grandchildren, Derek Kennedy, (Sarah), grand-niece-in-law, Crista Kennedy, Lisa (Hank Timmons), Garrett Kennedy, Leslie Poirier, Aaron Poirier, Great-grandchildren, Roxy, Ashlyn, Andra, Brady and sister Joan Deverell (late Ed) England.

Predeceased by her husband Paul, brothers Frank, Jack, sisters Ivy, Elsie, Leita, Mabel and Mary.

Special thank you to Keith Hudson, (Wendy’s neighbor), who was always ready to take her back and forth from Northwood Centre for her Sunday visits.

Special thanks to her loving grandson, Derek, who was at her side during her final hours. Also, special thanks to the 3rd Floor IMCU nurses and physicians for their kindness and care during her final days and to all the staff at Northwood Centre where mommy resided for the past 11 months. Visitation will be held on Wednesday March 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm in Inverness Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be on Thursday March14 at 11 am in Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Inverness with Fr. Duncan MacIsac officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations in Emily’s memory to the Stella Maris Parish Cemetery Fund, Inverness or a charity of your choice. On-line condolences may be made to the family

at www.invernessfuneralhome.com

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