Sydney
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our beloved mother, Ann Marie Ranni at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney, on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the age of 90.
Mom was born in Sydney to the late George and May (Bond) Thompson.
Mom worked in the dining room of the Isle Royal Hotel until she retired. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, listening to music and going to concerts. In her earlier years, she also enjoyed bowling with the Wednesday night mixed bowling league.
Mom was predeceased by the love of her life, Julius, after 51 years of marriage; great-granddaughter, Nikole; son-in-law, Tony Dawson; sisters, Jenny, Helen, Gladys, Francis, Ida, Alice and Mary; brothers, Charlie, George, James, Peter, Gordie, and Charlie.
Ann Marie is survived by her seven children, Marie (Pat) Parago, Carol (Lawrence) Capstick, Julius ‘Junior’ (Gale), Helen (Joe) LeBlanc, Chuck (Gail), Steve (Denise) and Margie Dawson; 13 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by her sister, Josephine Watson and brother, Allan.
We would like to thank the fantastic nursing staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, palliative care unit, the staff and volunteers of Hospice Cape Breton and Dr. Ann Francis D’Intino, for all the love and compassion they showed mom and us over the last several months. Also, mom’s family physician, Dr. Myatt for his great care over the years.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Ann Marie Ranni will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Monday, December 2, 2024. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 noon with the memorial service to follow at 12 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Marie can be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Carol and family. It was so nice getting to know you and your precious mom at Hospice CB. So many laughs and tears. Thinking of you all.
From: The Carmichael family
Condolences to all of the Ranni family on your Mom’s passing.
May she Rest in Peace.
Chuck,Steve and family. Condolences on the passing of your mom. May God rest her soul.
My prayers go out to all her family. Aunt Marie was a gentle soul. Hugs and love to all. Uncle Julius was waiting with open arms.
Marie was the absolute best neighbor that a gal could have!! We spent hours reminiscing about the way life was when people would just drop by for a visit and food and a deck of cards would come out and a fun evening of sharing stories and comraderie would follow, when teenagers would gather in someone’s basement rec room and food would be served to them as they socialized together, when good conversation was more important than watching t.v. or being online. We talked about the Isle Royal Hotel and all the celebrities Marie would have waited on during her years of working there. Marie became friends with all my friends and always encouraged them to drop in for a visit anytime. We laughed together and shared soulful conversations about news events and about events of our lives that left an impact on us. Marie especially enjoyed a strong bond with my special sister Lisa. I visited her on her 90th birthday and found her anxious to watch her favourite hockey team, Toronto Maple Leafs play a game. She followed sports closely. She was young at heart and nothing shocked her!! Even though she rarely left her comfortable apartment, she kept her mind active doing crossword puzzles and keeping up on all world events. She will be missed by those who were lucky enough to have known her and I can’t help but smile when I think of her. She was “simply the best” I was aware of the special relationship that she shared with her husband Julius and with his picture hanging right above her lazy boy chair, he was never far from her mind and never far from our conversations. Marie had a great sense of humor, tremendous faith in God and a great outlook on life. RIP my dear friend Marie. Sincere sympathy to all her family who I got to know through her accounts of what their lives were all about.
Sending my heartfelt condolences to Marie, Carol and all the Ranni family. I was a waitress under Marie back in the early 70,s. She was a great Hostess and I enjoyed working with her along with Marie and Carol. Take comfort in knowing your Dear Sweet Mom is safe in the arms of Jesus with your Dear Dad. HUGS
Ranni Family, so sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. Sending our condolences, prayers and love your way.
Jackie,Bruce,Victoria Matthews and Angeline Cormier.
Sending condolences to all of Marie’s family, especially Margie. We are so sorry for your loss.
We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Carol and Lawrence and family. Our sincere condolences we just read the obituary a few minutes ago. If there is anything we can help you with during this difficult time, you know our number. Take care. Larry and Norma
Margie condolences on the passing of your Mom
Condolences to Carol, Lawrence and Madison. It is hard to lose someone we love but we all know that the care and time we provide does not go unnoticed. She was very fortunate to have you in her life especially when she needed you. She is now at peace and with her loved ones. Take Care
John & Theresa MacNeil
Our most sincere condolences to all the family of Aunt Marie. She was a kind good hearted soul. We enjoyed our time with her unfortunately we are unable to attend her service but please know we are with you in spirt. May she rest in peace. May eternal rest grant unto her and let perpetual light shine upon her Amen
Condolences to all you family on loss of your mother.
Judy MacLean- MacDonald