Martha MacMullen
1924-2010
Martha E. MacMullen, 85
Donkin, N.S.
Martha E. MacMullen passed peacefully on Saturday, March 6, 2010 at
the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born in Donkin, Martha was the daughter of the late John H. and Jane
G. (Ley) MacPherson.
A retired school teacher, Martha taught for years in Donkin and
eventually became a reading supervisor for the county of Cape Breton.
She was a member of St. Luke’s United Church in Donkin, loved to
oil paint, garden and do needlework and was a member of Jubilee
Rebekah Lodge #14. She enjoyed skating, bowling, was an avid swimmer
and was most content during her summers ‘on the Mira’.
Mom loved her family and was devoted to giving Dad the best of care
and worked hard to give her family the best life possible. She and Dad
cherished their friends and many fond memories were made over
gatherings of music and fun at their home in Donkin or along the Mira
River.
Martha is survived by a daughter, Jacalyn (Lawrence) Robertson, Sydney
and a son, David (Darlene), Calgary. ‘Gran’ leaves four
adoring grandchildren - Brett and Kathleen Robertson and Aron and
Matthew MacMullen. Also surviving are a sister, Lillian Walls Moquet,
brother Carl Ley, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Margaret
MacDonald, Gerald and Catherine Ryan, Donald MacMullin, Alfred and
Eileen MacMullin and Bernadette MacMullin, Monica (MacPherson) McKend,
Joan MacPherson and many nieces and nephews.
Mom also leaves an extended family at MacGillivray’s Guest Home
where she was able to continue to enjoy so many of the things she
loved. The care given by her friends at MacGillivray’s will
never be forgotten.
Besides her parents, Martha was predeceased by her husband, James R.
MacMullen, a sister, Lillian, brothers, John W. and James L.
MacPherson, brothers-in-law, Ambrose Moquet, Gordon and Tom MacMullin
and sisters-in-law, Marion Ley, Minnie MacMullin and Effie MacMullin.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Martha’s life will
take place on Saturday, July 24th, 2010 at 11 a.m. in St. Luke's
United Church, Donkin with Rev. Chris Matheson officiating. A
reception will follow in the church hall. Interment at Forest Haven
Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
Donations in Martha’s name can be made to the Alzheimer’s
Association, Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke or a charity of
one’s choice.
Arrangements are entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace
Bay and online condolences may be sent to the family at
www.vjmcgillivray.ca
Condolences
We are so sorry for your loss but know that you have many wonderful memories of your Mom/Grandma that will help you at this difficult time.
Jackie, Lawrence, Brett, Katie, David, Darlene,Aron and Matthew...we are thinking of you all.
Love Gerard, Pam and Justin
— Gerard and Pam McMullin
Hello Carl. Cousin Cameron MacPherson passed on the sad news about Martha. Our sincere sympathies to you and the rest of the family. I have fond memories of Martha from the days she and Aunt Margie John James chummed together when you and I were going to MGBHS. Best regards, Bill Pringle
— Bill Pringle
To the Family of the Late Martha E MacMullen:
I am writing to express my sincere sympathy on the death of your loved one, Martha. Those whose lives she touched will not soon forget Martha’s contribution to the community.
Words can never put into perspective the sorrow and emptiness that is suffered at such a loss as yours. I do hope your pain is eased somewhat by knowing that others too feel sadness and want to share that very heavy burden.
My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Rodger Cuzner, M.P.,
Cape Breton-Canso
— Rodger Cuzner, M.P. - Cape Breton-Canso
To Jackie, Brett, Katie, and all the family, I am so sorry to hear that Martha has passed away. I fondly remember my visits with her and Jim, and with you guys as well. Ruth, Lowell, and I are thinking about you all at this sad time. Cousin George
— George F. Sanborn Jr.
We share your loss and send you our deepest
sympathy. We will remember cousin Martha with
a twinkle in her eye, always ready to sing a
happy tune, & the kindness she & Jimmy extended
to us while in Donkin.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
With Love,
Bunny & Bob and the Gibson Family
— Bunny & Bob Gordon
Our deepest condolences to you and your Family on the loss of your Mom. We have many pleasant memories of her. She had a love of life, a great smile and a wonderful sense of humour.
— Cameron & Alma MacPherson
Jackie i am so sorry to hear of your mum's passing ....i like her so much and we are very grateful to her for sorting out that dad had diabetes and chasing us off to the dr with him ..he really really liked her very very much ....jackie i have to tell you that aunt lorna told me ages ago that your mum had passed away before....i had no idea she was still living ..my christmas cards to she and your dad came back in the mail as "undeliveralbe" and aunt lorna had no forewardign address ..aunt lorna will be 86 herself on st patrick's day ..i knew your mum had gone in a nursing home because she had alzheimers but i never had a forewarding address ...i know what you are going through as we lost our dear Dad on sept 18th/08. He would have been 91 on dec 12th. I looked after him for 15 years at home and he spent two years in the Drew Nursing Home in Sackville where i visited him 3 or 4 times a week ..it is so sad to loose her and i am very glad to hear she died peacefully like Poppa ...she was so smart and funny and caring ..your mum was awesome jackie just awesome ..lots of love at this time of loss you are in my thougts and prayers oxoxo Patricia and family of late Alex Glencross
— Patricia Glencross
I also heard from cousin Cameron. I think Martha used to teach with my sister Jessie in Donkin. Our sincerest sympaty to all family members.
Bob and Sheila MacPherson
— Bob and Sheila macpherson
My deepest sympathy and condolences from myself and my two children, Sasha and Tyler. I remember going to your home as a child with my Grandmother, Veronica. Martha was a very kind and loving lady, I'm very sorry for your loss. - Raymond.
— Raymond David
Our sincere condolences go out to you all at this sad time.
I remember Your Mom well as a teacher, through church and as an employer ( I was your frequent babysitter when you were small children ) I know she is missed by all. May she rest in peace.
— Gloria ( Jackson ) and Eric Adams
