Marie Elizabeth MacGillivray

MacGillivray, Marie Elizabeth, 90 of Halifax passed away peacefully on December 23, 2013 with her loving family by her side at the Halifax Infirmary Site of the QEII Health Science Centre. Born in Halifax, she was the eldest daughter of the late Fred C. and Elizabeth (Bennett) MacGillivray.

Marie worked at Sears Canada for 27 years in administration and purchasing. For many years she was the primary and devoted caregiver for her parents. She was the family historian and kept in close contact with her extended family offering loving support and advice.

She has lived in Parkland Estates for 5 years and enjoyed the companionship of many new friends. She joyfully participated in the many activities her new home offered.

Marie is survived by her brother Colin (Tina) and her sister, Dorothy Cameron. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews and several generations of the MacGillivray family.

She is predeceased by her brothers, Fred, Kenneth, Gordon and sisters, Rita and Anna Madeleine (in infancy).

A special thank you to Dr. Bruce Silburt and nurse practitioner Roz Benoit for their compassionate care.

Arrangements have been entrusted to J. A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax (4555-0531). Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass will be held at Saint Benedict's Catholic Church on Thursday, January 9, 2014 at 10:30 am, interment at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the VON or a charity of your choice.