We announce that Mary Norma Eileen Hunt (nee McGillis-McElheran) was received by the Lord on Friday, May 13, the feast day of Our Lady of Fatima. She was born 101 years ago and raised on a farm in Moose Creek, Ontario. She had many stories of the hard work on the farm, the two-mile walk to school, and the fun she had with her sisters and friends, especially Hannah. On the farm she loved the family dogs, Tony and Nicky. During the war, she moved to Ottawa, lived in the Laurentian Terrace and worked in the Civil Service. Shortly after, she moved to Kingston to attend nursing school where she graduated as a Registered Nurse. She married and had two children. The family lived in Kingston, Sudbury and Ottawa.
Mary Norma delighted in putting a smile on the face of her children. If they were craving something like a cherry pie, she would bake it. There were treasure hunts and birthday parties. There was always a Christmas tree and a special gift under the tree.
Mary Norma was a people person. She was outgoing, very social, intelligent and refined. She had a nice word for everyone she met. She enjoyed laughing and having fun. She was not beyond acting silly to get others laughing as well. She was very wise in many ways. She was happiest when surrounded by family and friends and chatting with her sisters on the phone.
Mary Norma was a talented pianist who played professionally by ear. One time, she listened to a new Beatles song on the radio, sat down at the piano, worked out the chords in a minute or two and then played it flawlessly. She could play virtually any request without any sheet music. Other loves included oil painting, visiting the art gallery, attending prayer groups and especially attending Mass as often as she could. Mary Norma was a long-time member of the Catholic Women's League.
In later life, she was challenged by dementia. When it was time to enter a nursing home, Mary Norma chose Saint Patrick’s. She took much pleasure and comfort from daily Catholic Mass. She played the piano for residents of St. Patrick's. The family wants to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Saint Patrick’s who cared for Mary Norma for twenty years.
She is predeceased by her siblings, brother Frank and sisters Florence and Mary. She had a special love for her dear mother Theresa and her beloved grandmother Flora (Little Blind Grandma). She is survived by her son Timothy (Zoraya), her daughter Elaine (Alan), her beautiful granddaughters Alanna and Christina, her sisters Rita and Joan and many nephews and nieces. Because of Covid, a private and closed funeral Mass will be held. Mary Norma was very devout with a strong faith in God. We know that now Mary is with God in His heavenly kingdom. We love you Mom and you will be in our hearts forever.
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