

Mary Pelley (Crewe), 88, of Halifax, passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 12, at Maplestone Enhanced Care. Born in Cape LaHune, Newfoundland, January 12, 1930. She was the daughter of the late John R Crewe and the late Hazel (Pink) Crewe. Mary immigrated to Halifax from Newfoundland, at the age of 18, in 1948. She married Aubrey in 1953. Mary took ownership of several small convenience stores. Her most notable history is with Grants Grocery on Windsor Street and Margs on Robbie Street. She was a well loved neighbour and friend to all, especially the students of QEH and the boys of Phi Kappa Pi.
She then worked with her best friend, Pat (Peterson) at Camphill hospital for several years. They also volunteered to host many special events for the veterans. After her retirement, she worked as a housekeeper and nanny for the McAdam family for several years. Mary’s greatest joys were knitting gifts for others, playing cards with their many family and friends and she loved to sing and dance to Newfoundland Music. She and Aubrey were members of the Newfoundland Club during its operation on Inglis street.
Mary is survived by her husband of 64 years, William John Aubrey Pelley(Halifax), Her daughter Dale Bungay(Jim), Cole Harbour, Sons: Wayne Pelley(Najiba Al-Molky), Gary Pelley(Nancy Tibeau) all of Halifax, Brothers: Don Crewe(Joyce), Edgar Crewe(Gloria), Harold Crewe(Christine) all of Newfoundland and Frank Crewe(Jeanette) Toronto. Grandchildren: Jim Bungay(Kimberly), Steven Bungay(Kristy), Galen Pelley, and Charmaine Al-Molky, Great grand children: Alexander, Kaitlyn, Christopher, Rylea, William and Emma Bungay. Predeceased by her Son Bruce, Parents, John and Hazel Crewe, Sister, Kathleen Crewe
Visitation Thursday 2-4pm and 6-8pm in Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St. Halifax
A Celebration of her life will be held Friday, April 20, 11 am , in the Cruikshank’s Chapel, Rev Wilfred Pelley, officiating followed by reception. Donations may be made to a charity of choice.To send an online condolence to the family please visit:www.cruikshankhalifaxfuneralhome.com
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