Sharron Kazmel

Bedford, N.S./Cornerbrook, N.L. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Sharron (Solo) Kazmel, 63, passed away April 28, 2017 with her children at her side. Sharron was born March 20, 1954, in Windsor N.L. She was a dedicated employee of the Bank of Montreal for over twenty years until her retirement in 2008. She was a proud and loving mother who held herself with elegance, grace and dignity.

Sharron was predeceased by her best friend and loving husband of 35 years William (Bill) Kazmel, parents, Hhsan and Anita Solo, brothers, Sean and Denny Solo.

Sharron is survived by her three children, Leanne (Craig Dixon), Susanne (Ryan Townsend), and Andrew Kazmel; two grand-daughters, Claire and Danielle Dixon; and two grand-sons, William Townsend and Carter Kazmel. She is also survived by her brothers, Rick (Deanne) Solo, Tony (Anne) Solo, Rob Solo, Jim (Ingrid) Solo; and dear friends, Joan and Gary Hilton. Sharron will also be dearly missed by her many nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.

Cremation has occurred and visitation will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2017, from 6-8 p.m. at JA Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax, NS. A funeral service will be held at St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 1288 Bedford Highway, Bedford, NS, Wednesday, May 3, 2017, at 10:30 a.m.. Private burial will be held at St. Anne’s Cemetery in Glace Bay, N.S.

Her children would like to sincerely thank the caregivers who helped Sharron throughout her illness and especially in her final days. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made in Sharron’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society, designated for lung cancer research.