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McAndrews, O. Violet (Cameron)

May 29, 2018 87

McAndrews, O. Violet (Cameron)

In Loving Memory of Violet Olive McAndrews (nee Cameron) 87 years It is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing peacefully Tuesday, May 29th, 2018 at the Elizabeth Center, Val Caron with her loving son and his wife by her side. Beloved wife of Harold McAndrews predeceased 1988. Loving mother of Scott McAndrews (wife Carole). Cherished Gramma to Julie (Jim Ross), John (wife Shanna) and Jeffrey and great grandchildren Tanner, Sophie, Kayla and Rachel. Dear daughter of George and Edith Cameron predeceased. Dear sister of Modena, Edith, Harold, George, John, Gertrude and Muriel. Sadly missed by loving nieces and nephews. Violet received her primary school at a one room school house in Poplar Grove, N.S. near her family home. She then went on to complete her high school grades at Windsor Academy and then she completed a secretarial course at Windsor School of Business. Vi worked at Simpsons (Sears) in Halifax for 4 years as a secretary in the traffic department where she later met her future husband Harold. Harold built their first home in Lively where they resided. Vi worked as a secretary at Trinity Church, Lively. She volunteered her time at various places in Sudbury including the Sudbury Memorial Hospital pastoral care department. She was surprised and pleased in receiving a letter of commendation from Hon. Rick Bartolucci. A lady of faith, Vi was always interested in learning about the Bible and lived accordingly. The family extends their appreciation to the staff at the Elizabeth Center for their loving care during her stay. Funeral Service in the Lougheed Funeral Home 252 Regent St., at Hazel St. Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 7pm Interment in the family plot at Waters Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Trinity United Church, Lively would be appreciated. Friends may call after 3:30pm Sunday.

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Provided by: Lougheed Funeral Home



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