Sydney
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Lydia Fraser on Saturday, April 12, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Born in Sydney on November 29, 1962, Lydia was the daughter of the late Florian and Rose Leblanc.
Lydia is survived by her husband, Brian; two sons, Matthew (Jayme), and David (Sayeh); siblings, Marion (Seldon) MacKenzie, Ruth (Dennis) Shea, Paul (the late Brenda) LeBlanc, and Glenda (Raymond) Martin; as well as many sisters and brothers-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.
Lydia met Brian while in her first year of university and they could always be found laughing and dancing any chance they had. She was immediately accepted into Brian’s large family and the two were wed on September 20, 1986. They welcomed two boys into the world who she always put first and provided an endless amount of love and support.
Lydia was proud to serve her community as a pharmacist, creating many lasting relationships with her patients. She was an endless source of knowledge and comfort to her family and friends who reached out, even late at night, with any health-related questions.
From an early age, one of Lydia’s favourite places was at the family bungalow in Northside East Bay. She spent many summers there, eventually bringing her own family to share the joy. Lydia loved reading while cuddling with her puppies (Fiona and Bobby) and loved spending time with all of her family any time that she could.
The family would like to thank the staff at Hospice Cape Breton for the care and comfort they provided Lydia in her time of need.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Lydia Fraser will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Thursday, April 17, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 1 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, at a later date.
Donations in memory of Lydia may be made to Hospice Cape Breton or the SPCA.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
So very sorry to hear of Lidia’s passing, my deepest condolences to the family.
From: John Pearson
Brian and family Hi I am writings note of condolences on Lydia How does this sound. Brian and family So sorry to hear of Lydia passing My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’ll remember her fondly and all the fun we had growing up!
From: Colleen Organ
Brian & Family. Dave and I were so saddened to hear of Lydia’s passing. She was a wonderful person, always smiling. Please accept our sincere condolences.
From: Dave & Karen Joseph
Brian and family So sorry to hear of Lydia passing My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’ll remember her fondly and all the fun we had growing up!
From: Colleen Organ
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Lydia. She was a lovely, friendly lady who will be missed. May she rest in peace.
From: Winnie MacNeil
Dear Brian, Marion, Ruth, Glenda and Paul ,
We were so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing. Our sincere condolences go out to you and your families. We are sure she will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Donnie and Julie Barrington
Sending my sincere condolences to Brian & sons, and the Leblanc family. I pray God will bring you all Strength, Comfort and Peace. I have fond memories of Lydia when we were children as our families were so close; Christmas evenings together and many summers in East Bay.
If there’s an East Bay in heaven, her kind spirit is surely there.
From: Yvonne (Howell) Madore
Brian, I am so so very sorry to learn of Lydia’s passing. Please accept my condolences, love and hugs.
From: Deby Johnston
I’m so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing. I worked with her at Kmart pharmacy many years ago when I was a student. She always had a smile on her face and such a wonderful demeanor. She will be greatly missed by family and friends
From: Juanita Henderson
Dear Brian and Family i am heartbroken for you all…i went to school with Lydia and she was such a sweet person and friend…my sincere condolences to you and your family…RIP my friend you are now at Peace. .God Bless
I am so sorry for your great loss
What else is there to say but let the happy memories guide you through the sadness. Brian take care and condolences to the boys and the LeBlancs…Dan Fogarty
My sincere condolences to Lydia’s family. From grade school until now she was a gem of kindness……Kathy Long-MacDonald.
My deepest condolences to Brian and the boys. I have known Lydia since grade school. She was a gem of Kindness. Fly high Lydia. Kathy Long-MacDonald.
Glenda and family my deepest condolences so sorry for your loss
So very sorry to hear this Brian. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Lydia was a beautiful soul.
Brian, Matthew and David,
please accept our deepest condolences on Lydia’s passing …you were all such great neighbors to my Mother Rita on Sutherland Street…Mom babysat the boys and talked to Lydia daily…she was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
The Sawlor Family
Glenda and Family..my deepest sympathy on your loss.
So sorry to hear about your wife’s passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time Remember the good times you shared together, it will help you through the difficult ones. Rest in peace Lydia. My condolences to the family Carolyn Deleskie
Brian, boys and family, we are so very sorry to learn of Lydia’s passing. Our sincere sympathies. Lydia was such a lovely and sweet person who will be deeply missed. We hope all of your treasured memories help guide you through your grieving process.
Donna and Ted Gallivan
We are so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing. She was such a good person and pharmacist . Lydia went out of her way to assist me and my husband and the many clients of the pharmacy. Lydia treated us as if we were family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Judith & Glenn Bishop
Glenda and family, I am so sorry to hear about Lydia. I remember her coming into Shoppers. She was sweet and reminded me of you. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
To the Leblanc family ,Brian , Matthew and David
We are so sorry to hear about Lydia . I remember when she was born and Marion told me that her name was going to be Lydia .I remember she always had a sweet smile and was so pleasant , as all the Leblanc kids were .
Our deepest condolences to you all at this very difficult time .
Brenda ( MacKinnon ) and Mike MacDonald
Brian, condolences to you and your family. Rest in in peace Lydia.
Brian and family, so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing. She was a special person that will be missed by many. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.🙏
Mary Margaret and Terry Keough
My sincere condolences to the families I grew up with Lydia and Brian beautiful family
To Brian and the boys I am so sorry to read of Lydia’s passing. I went to high school with Lydia and she was always game for a laugh or a joke. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. RIP Lydia.
Glenda and family
So so sorry for your loss
Sending hugs
So sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing.
She always had a smile and friendly greeting for everyone she encountered. Good memories will keep her close to you and help you through this difficult time . Be good to one another. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Mary Campbell
To Brian and boys and to Paul, Glenda and Leblanc family,
We are thinking of you all and sending our deepest condolences in the passing of Lydia.
Please take care.
Brian, boys & LeBlanc Family:
So sorry for your loss. May all your fond memories
help you through this difficult time .
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences during this time.
Brian, so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing.
Brian & family: So sorry to learn of Lydia’s passing. Our condolences to you and the boys.
Brian and Family I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere and deepest condolences to your families through this difficult time.
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Brian and families, we are so sorry to hear of Lydia’s passing our thoughts and prayers for you and your family at this difficult time, our deepest condolences.RIP Beautiful Lydia 🙏 🙏💔💔
To the Fraser and LeBlanc families;
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved Lydia. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at the very difficult time. Wendy and Brendan MacKenzie
Such a shame with Lydia so young. Only met her a few times but she was so friendly and fun. I’m sure your great years together left many memories to help you and your boys through the rough times . R.I.P. Lydia
Brian, Matt and David, so very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you all. Lydia was such a sweet person.
God’s Blessings Lydia. May you Rest in Peace. You earned your Wings. You took great care of us at the Pharmacy. Condolences to the Family.
Darlene & Bob Csernyik
To Lydia’s husband and family… I was very saddened and shocked to learn of Lydia’s passing. I knew her from Walmart and anytime I went in there, she was always smiling and very helpful. My condolences to you all. Heaven has gained another angel. RIP Lydia. You will be missed by all who knew you.
My deepest sympathy to Lydia’s family. She was so good to our Mother throughout the years as the pharmacist at Walmart. Mom thought the world of her.
Prayers & condolences , Brian & family
Thinking of you at this time
Deepest Sympathy
Such a wonderful lady