Death is natures way of saying "Your table is ready"... Robin Williams. Shirley Ann MacNeil (Covey) of East Bay has gone to dine with Jesus at the Lord's table, leaving behind her partner and loving husband of 49 years James and their son Robbie (Amanda) and daughter Leona (Kenneth) and their grandchildren JJ, Maddox, Austin and Kensley.
Predeceased by infant granddaughter Madelyn Grace (2008). She was also predeceased by her father LeRoy Covey and mother Annie Covey (Samways), sister Norma, brothers Melvin, Robert & Gary. She is also survived by brothers Lee of Ontario, Norman (Judy) of Howie Center and Ken of Ontario.
Shirley has been cremated with a service to be held at TW Curry Parkview Chapel, 755 George Street, Sydney at 11am on Friday, Nov. 29. Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened, Dr. Seuss.
In early years Shirley was president of TOPS, she ran in the Olympic torch relay in 1988 and was also president of the local chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, she drove for the Celtic Colours and the East Coast Music Awards. Shirley also volunteered for the Red Cross and is now very thankful for their help and understanding. She is also very thankful for those who helped her on this journey the nurses, staff and doctors on floor 4C at the CBRH especially our family physician Dr. L. Gammell, VON and many home care workers, too many to name, you know who you are. You know how my brain fog is cloudy, so please forgive me if I have missed anyone. I know you will.
No flowers please, donate to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or a charity of your choice.
Life is stressful, that is why they say "rest in peace", David Mazzecobelli
There will be a celebration of Life at the East Bay Fire Hall after the service.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family by visiting twcurry.com.
