Whitney Pier
It is with a heavy heart that we, the family of Carmel Marie MacKinnon announce her passing on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in Sydney.
Born in Sydney on June 15, 1947, Carmel was the daughter of the late Carl and Lillian Neville.
Carmel is survived by her husband of 57 years, Harold; sons, Paul (Donna) and Scott (Laurie); beloved grandchildren, Ashley (Andrew), Alexander (Cassie), Andrea and Haley (Raymond); seven cherished great-grandchildren; sisters, Joan Wilson, Brenda (Roddie) MacMillan, Ontario, and twin sister, Carol (Donald) McKay; sisters-in-law, Gail Johnson, Hay Cove and Anne Neville, Ontario; as well as several nieces and nephews, especially Glenn and Christine, with whom Carmel and Harold had a special bond for several years.
Besides her parents, Carmel was predeceased by her brothers, John, James ‘Jackie’, Joseph, and Maurice; in-laws, Dan and Mary, Hay Cove, and brothers-in-law, Donnie and Michael.
Carmel successfully operated Car-Mac Fuels in the Pier and enjoyed camping, knitting and crocheting. Her most enjoyment came from raising her family and she was over the moon when the grandchildren and great-grandchildren came along.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Carmel MacKinnon will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Saturday, February 22, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 12 noon to 2 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 2 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks at a later date.
Donations in memory of Carmel may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Harold, Paul , Scottie and families my heart is shattered for you all. Carmel was the sweetest women. We had many good laughs together. I will miss her greatly. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You all have a beautiful Angel to look over you now❤️
Love Sandra and Larry Hrynick
Our deepest condolences. May she RIP, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Harold and Family: Sending our sincerest condolences on your tremendous loss. Carmel was a wonderful woman and always a pleasure to talk to. May beautiful memories and the love of family and friends help to comfort you during this most difficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Scottie & Laurie and families I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. My sincere condolences to all🙏🏽❤🙏🏽
Love & Prayers
Margie (Borden)-Parker
Harold, Paul, Scott and families our deepest condolences to you all. Carmel was such a beautiful lady she will be missed by all that loved and knew her. May she Rest In Peace.
Condolences to the family.
Sorry for the passing of Mrs MacKinnon. May her love and legacy wrap you in peace.
Paul and Scottie so sorry for your loss
So sorry for your great loss,i played darts with Carmel many years ago,she was a beautiful sweet lady,May She Rest In Peace,condolences to all her family and friends.
Scott I’m so sorry for your loss
Dear Harold, Scott, Paul and your families, most sincere prayers and
condolences! Love you Betty
OUR CONDOLENCES TO HAROLD AND THE BOYS AND ALL OF THE FAMILY…SHE WAS A VERY NICE LADY ….REST IN PEACE CARMEL …YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL
So sorry to hear Harold and all the family. Together for 57 years, you will miss Carmel. We had some great laughs over the years!
Blair and Germaine 🥲
So sorry for your loss. May all your treasured memories help you through this difficult time
So sorry to hear this news. My condolences to Harold and all of the family.
Sending our condolences to Harold and family. Carmel was a beautiful person and will be missed.
My deepest condolences Harold and family.Fly high Carmel.
Harold and family, my condolences! Caramel was a Sweet lady. I have not seen you both in a while, but remember how many laughs we had! Take care.
My condolences to the Family and friends. RIP.
I am so sorry for your loss Harold, Scottie and family.
Love
Fatima
My deepest condolences to the family and all loved ones. May she rest in peace
Paul & Donna and family, our most sincere condolences to you all. May your happy memories of you mum bring you comfort at such a difficult time. Steve & BettyAnne MacPhee
Paul and Scott,
I am very sadden to hear about the loss of your mom. Our prayers are with you and your families, during this difficult time. May god give you the strength you all need during this time. May the light and love of all your beautiful memories of your mom be cherished and get you all thru this. Mary Rose Beaton , Matt and Emily Macleod
Condolences to Harold, Scott, Paul and families on Carmel’s passing. She was a longtime friend and beautiful lady. May your happy memories bring you comfort in the sad days ahead.
Dear Harold and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Carmels passing. We remember her smiles and laughter and we are sending our thoughts and sorrow for your great loss. Take care.
So sorry to hear of Carmel’s passing..
Condolences to all.