Obituaries

Jean Cecilia Veronica (Doyle) Nuttall, age 83, of Lower Sackville, NS passed away peacefully February 22, 2019 at the Victoria General Hospital after a lengthy illness. Jean was a daughter of the late Henry Granton Doyle and Mary Elizabeth (Blackburn) Doyle. Jean was born and raised in Halifax, NS. Jean married Howard Gordon Nuttall in1952 in Halifax and it was through her marriage to Howard that she was able to indulge her love of travelling. Jean is survived by her husband of 66 years, Howard Gordon, her five children, Sandra (Alexander/Sandy) Colville of Northport, NS, Steven (Catherine) Nuttall of Calgary, AB, Michael Nuttall of Lower Sackville,NS, Beverly Holmes of Halifax, NS and William (Karen Oatway) Nuttall, of Lower Sackville, NS; ten grandchildren, seven greatgrandchildren, her brother Patrick Doyle of Halifax, NS, sisters Mary Lahey of Dartmouth, NS, Heather (Steven) Mitchell of Dartmouth, NS and many nieces and nephews. As well as her parents, Jean was predeceased by her brother George Doyle and her infant grandson Robert Douglas Wellwood. Jean enjoyed the challenge of crossword puzzles and the thrill of scratch tickets. She thoroughly loved going for drives especially if there would be a meal along the way. Jean was a gentle lady who enjoyed the simple things in life. In keeping with Jean’s way of never wanting to make a fuss there will be a private family service at a later date. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Donald K. Walker. Online condolences can be made at www.donaldwalker.ca. If you wish, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke foundation or a charity of your choice.