Dowling, Mary Elizabeth, 66, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2013 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Halifax she was the daughter of the late George Leonard and Marie Catherine Little. Mary graduated from St. Patrick’s High School and then commenced her working career. At age 21 she married and remained in the work force until age 29 when she gave birth to her son and only child.
Survived by Son Jeffrey (Kelly), Jeff’s father James Dowling, brother Leonard (Cathe) Little, sisters Debbie Hosein, Diane (Bill) Grimes, Betty (Martin) Gora, Shirley (Bill) Martin, 2 granddaughters Kaitlyn & Hailey, and many Nieces & Nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, sister Anne Little and brother-in-law Nazim Hosein.
She was a proud and devoted stay at home mom and was always there for her son Jeff. She loved to attend Jeff’s sports activities, baseball in the summer and watching him play hockey during the winter months. Mary enjoyed life, people and happy times. She always looked forward to family gatherings, special occasions and spending time with her grandchildren. Mary touched the hearts of so many people and will be sadly missed and forever loved by everyone who had the pleasure to know her. She was the best Mom, friend & Nanny we could have ever had.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 31st from 5-8 PM at Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St. Funeral service will be held Thursday Aug 1st at 2 PM at Cruikshank’s Funeral Home, with reception to follow. Private family burial at a later date.
Special thanks to the Nurses, Doctors and staff of 8.4 at the QEII for their compassionate care during her time in hospital.
In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Mental Health Association
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