Sydney
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Jean Murphy on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, Sydney.
Born on July 22, 1935, in Sydney, Jean was the daughter of the late James and Marcella (Baldwin) Neville.
Jean was a much loved and respected teacher. From the start of her career at South Bar Elementary to her last role as principal at Jamieson Elementary, Jean was devoted to her students. She remembered every person she taught and took great pleasure in seeing her former students in later years.
A committed volunteer, Jean served on the boards of the Sydney Co-op and Whitney Pier Credit Union and was involved with the NS Teachers Union. She was a woman of deep faith and an active member of Holy Redeemer Parish. Jean enjoyed baking and knitting and made beautiful quilts that were gifted to family and friends.
Jean is survived by her children, Patricia (Brian), Denise (Kenny), and Fred; her darling granddaughter, Emily; sisters, Theresa (who was Jean’s devoted caregiver throughout her illness) and Dolores (John); brothers, Ellis, Abbie (Sandra), and Charlie; sisters-in-law, Lovie Murphy and Biddie Jessome; many nieces and nephews and life-long friend, Bonnie MacDonald.
Besides her parents, Jean was predeceased by Pat, her loving husband of 44 years; sisters, Lena, Julie and brothers, Freddy, Danny and Jimmy.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation for the late Jean Murphy. Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 11 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. The service will be live streamed on the Holy Redeemer Church Facebook page.
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A reception will follow at the Pier Community Funeral Home. Internment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
Many thanks to Dr. Steve MacDougall for his care of Jean over the years, and special thanks to the staff of 3B and the Palliative Care Unit.
Donations in Jean’s memory may be made to the Holy Redeemer Building Fund or a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Patricia and Family, so sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you.
From: Keats and Brenda Biron
To the Family of Jean. I send my deepest sympathy of Jean’s passing .She was a wonderful kind and loving person.May she RINP
From: Marilyn Bates
Trish, Brian and Emily,
We were saddened to hear of the death of your mother and grandmother. May happy memories and the love of family and friends support you at this difficult time.
From: Aaron, Mary-Jane and Alex Driscoll
To Jean’s Family,
I was saddened to hear of Jean’s illness and subsequent passing. She was a fine person and will be sorely missed. May she Rest In Peace.
From: Chuck Drohan
Brian,Trish & Emily
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our deepest condolences. We are thinking of you at this time.
Karen, Ed and Riley
From: Karen Leblanc
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. Jean was such a warm loving person who always greeted you with a smile. She will be missed by many for sure. God Bless 🙏
From: Sophie Neville & Mary Keough and family
Abbie, Ellis, Dolores, Theresa, Charlie & family, So very sorry for your loss! Jean was a kind, loving person who was well respected by all who knew her! Heaven is blessed with another beautiful lady! May she Rest in Peace! Our thoughts and Prayers are with you All during these difficult days!
From: Emily & Alex Wall
We are so very sorry to hear of Jean’s passing .
She was such a lovely lady, always a smile .
Thinking of you all xo
From: Joan & Dave Ranni
My Sincere condolences to all of Jeans family ! i live in the home at 91 matilda street .
From: Kevin G Patterson
My deepest condolences to the Murphy family. I’m so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was an amazing woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless
From: Derek Marchand & family
Sorry for your loss. Jean was a lovely person.
From: Fred Mary Broussard
My condolences to Jean’s family and friends . I knew her family since before I started school . Everyone of them cared and helped others . Ellis was a neighbour at one time . Prayers said .
From: John O. Wilson
My condolences to Jean’s family on her passing. She was an excellent teacher and role model. She had a heart of gold.She taught me in Grade 6 and I taught her children French.
From: Betty ( Humeniuk ) Mc Intosh
I always admired Jean for the caring person she was. An integral part of Holy Redeemer Church for many years. I remember when my brother Carman died, Jean sent a baked dish to our house, delivered by the ever faithful Pat. A seemingly simple gesture of kindness but it touched me so much.
From: Colleen Gillis
Dear family and friends,may heartfelt prayers and treasured memories bring you comfort and peace.Sincere sympathy to you all during your loss.Ed and Doreen Tynski
From: Doreen Tynski
My sincere condolences on the passing of Jean . She was a lovely ,gentle ,sweet lady .My dear departed husband Ken Mizzi was a very good friend of Jean . She so helpful to him in his teaching career. May she rest in piece & be united with her loving husband .
From: Martha Mizzi
WHAT A LOSS TO HOLY REDEEMER PARISH. JUST A WONDERFUL PERSON
SHE WILL BE MISSED. CONDOLENSES TO THE. FAMILY .
Sorry for your loss. Jean was a great lady. I knew her from Holy Redeemer through my Parent’s and as my Principal in grade 6 at Jamison school in the Pier.
Jean was a second mom to me. Jean was a wonderfully caring person that always took an interest in every element of your life and regularly was accompanied by a hand-made gift. Thank you Jean for being a beautiful person and such an important part of my life.
Michael
I am so sorry to hear this. Jean was do kind and wonderful. I have such great memories of visiting her and Pat weekly when dad was teaching me to drive. Their house was our destination. Sending my sincere condolences and love.
Condolences to the family. Jean was a lovely lady and a wonderful lector.
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THERESA AND THE NEVILLE FAMILY ON THE LOSS OF ONE SPECIAL LADY WHO WAS LOVED BY ALL LILLIAN AND NIPPER O’FLAHERTY
Denise, Family,and friends I am so sorry for your loss. Jean was a wonderful person, sending sincere condolences and hugs.
I am so sorry for your loss, and hope in time all Jeans memories will bring you comfort , until then May God Keep you safe in Hollow of his hand Tom Blanchard
I am so sorry to hear of Jeans passing. Reg Warren and I (Pat), we were neighbours and friends for some time. My daughters Debbie and Trina were friends with Jean’s children. She was a great cook and shared her treats with all of us. Condolences to all. Pat Warren and family sending thoughts and prayers
Theresa and family.Jean will be missed by all who knew her and was fortunate to have you, Theresa , as her devoted care giver. My condolences to all of the families and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏
So sorry to hear about Jean’s passing. She was a great lady. To Theresa, Patricia, Didi, Fred and all of Jean’s family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Keep your memories of Jean close and she will always be with you.
So sorry for your loss. May your happy memories help you through this difficult time. Sincere condolences to Jean’s family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Jean she will be missed by many .She was a wonderful person.
Trish Brian Emily so sorry for your loss so happy l had a chance to meet her in August when she was visited my sister Kay Globe.God needed Jean’s beautiful soul in Heaven so she is once again serving as she did on earth.Wonderful lady sadly missed.
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing.I knew her professionally and personally and can truthfully say she was salt of the earth.Her spirit will always be near at Holy Redeemer.
Dear Patricia and family: So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who will be dearly missed from her church family at Holy Redeemer. Keeping you all in my prayers at this most difficult time. 🙏
She was an amazing lady and a hugh part of the Pier and Holy Redeemer! She will be missed. My condolences to the entire family.
Jean was one of a kind and a true Christian. I knew her professionally ( worked at Jamieson School with her) and personally. She was a wonderful person , down to earth, and an inspiration. My prayers are with you.
Patricia, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. No words can provide comfort when we lose our moms.. hugs my friend. Sending condolences to you and all of your family
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends. An amazing lady. She will be dearly missed in Whitney Pier.
My condolences to all of Jeans family she was a beautiful lady she will b dearly missed by all
The Pier and Holy Redeemer has lost a wonderful Lady. To Theresa, Patricia, Dede, Freddie and the Neville family, you will always have your special memories of that beautiful smile and kind heart. She will be beside you always.
Albert&Martina (Gillis) MacKinnon
Trish and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. This is such a beautiful tribute to your mom. While this is a difficult time, I hope you can take solace knowing that she had a wonderful, meaningful life, surrounded by love.
Such a wonderful women and friend. My sincere condolences to the family.
Condolences on the passing of Jean to Theresa Patricia Dee-Dee Freddie and other family members. Jean certainly was a a. lovely lady and a huge part of Holy Redeemer Parish She will be greatly missed in the Pier also Thinking of you with sympathy and caring As Jean would say. Love and prayers to all. Doreen
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you, Theresa , and the Neville and Murphy family on the passing of mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, etc. , Jean Murphy. Jean lived a full Christian life . She is now in the loving arms of our Saviour and Lord, Jesus Christ., no more pain or suffering. So, Jean sleep on and take your rest and lay your head on your Saviour’s breast.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Theresa, the Neville and Murphy family.
Blessings and Prayers,
Lady Isabel Waterman
Fred and family,
My thoughts and sympathies are with you all during this difficult time. I only had the pleasure of meeting your mom a couple of times during our X days, but I remember her as a kind and funny person who just wanted good things for everyone around her. She certainly did a great job raising her family and leaves behind an amazing legacy in you and the rest of the family old friend. Reach out if there is anything I can do and more now than ever I say “Hail and Health”.. Much love buddy.
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing , she was a very nice Lady who always met you with a smile . She was a fixture around Holy Redeemer and will truly be missed . Our condolences to her entire Family .
Trish – My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this incredibly tough time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Trish, I am so very sad to hear about the loss of your mother, Jean. Please know that I’m thinking of you and your family during this very difficult time. Jean raised a wonderful daughter and I’m sure you’ve been a tremendous source of support and pride to her. Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences.
My deepest condolences to Trish and family. May her memory be eternal.
Trish, Brian, Emily and family we are so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. May all your wonderful memories fill your heart and help you feel a little less sad each day.
To Trish, Brian and Emily,
My heart goes out to you on the loss of your beloved mother, mother-in-law and grandma. May your memories of her bring you comfort during this very sad time.
I connected with Jean after she lost her beloved husband, a couple of years after I lost mine, and I remember how lovely she was. Her kindness and warmth lives on in Trish.
Love never dies; love lives forever.
Sending peace and love,
Caroline
Sending my condolences to you all. Your mom was my favourite teacher. She not only taught academics in grade 6 at Cusack Elementary but she taught us grace, understanding and empathy for one another. I often recall fondly our chats and visits to her backyard pool to this day.
regards to the Murphy families. Jean was able to make a point in such a gentle manner. As a young person who spent time with Pat and Jean while living in Kingston I also remember her making the best mocha balls a good baker. She will be missed.
Trish, Brian, Emily and family we are so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandmother. May all your wonderful memories fill your heart and help you feel a little less sad each day.
Denise, Kenny and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. I remember how kind and friendly your Mom always was.. Our prayers and most sincere condolences to you during this most difficult time. Take care Dee and Kenny .. God bless
Abbie, Sandra, Theresa & family,
Sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a lovely lady, always so kind & giving.
Sending love & prayers,
Mary Levangie & family
Abbie, Sandra and family – our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Renie and Cliff
Sincere condolences to all of Jeans Family from both of us. We intended to go to funeral but just got ploughed out and now too late. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. She was a great neighbour on Matilda St.
Our thoughts and prayers go out for Jean, family and friends during this troubled time. Jean was a fixture in Whitney Pier and Sydney and will be remembered but never forgotten. A role model for others to follow and try and live up to.
Rest in peace Jean
Very sorry for the recent passing of dear Jean – a beautiful, loving, kind soul. Jean & Pat were on a trip to Hawaii we took with a group in the 70s. Lots of fun on that trip! Jean was our VP at Cusack Elementary – she was so easy to work with! Always kind! That is how we will remember Jean.
To Jean’s Family,
Our deepest condolences on Jean’s passing. It was a pleasure to have known Jean over the years. She was such a lovely person and she will be missed. May she RIP.
Mary Ann Vuletich & Family
Trish – I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sending you my deepest condolences.
Trish, I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of you and your family as you celebrate her life and your shared memories. I am always here if there’s anything you need.
Trish, I am so sorry for the loss your dear mom. I know she will be greatly missed. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. We are here for you. Big hugs. Alexis
To the family of Jean. I,m so sorry for your loss. She was such a beautiful person. She will be missed dearly. Charlotte Rogers. Rest in peace.