Sydney
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of the matriarch of our family, Marion (Brennan-Power) Stanovie, who passed away at 92 years of age on Friday, December 4, 2020 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born on February 3, 1928 in Sydney, Marion was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Sadie (Walker) Brennan.
When Mom was less than two years old, an earthquake shook the walls in Sydney. It was said that our mother told the shaking walls to stop and thus began a life of stamina and determination. Marion was truly the leader of the family who raised seven children and several foster children with limited resources and support. She was determined to nurture a polished household and inspired a discipline of excellence that lives on with her children.
Mom was an excellent cook and baker of all things delicious. Everyone had to have a place at the table and quite specifically an assigned seat. Mom loved BBQ’s, picnics at Mira Park, Bingo, Cards, Bowling, Knitting, Ceramics, and was a member of Club 55. Later in life, Mom and her husband would travel by camper trailer in Atlantic Canada. Mom loved creatures great and small with pets in the household most of her life. Mom loved country folk music (esp. Charlie Pride and Daniel O’Donnell). Mom was a member of Faith Baptist Church and passionately practiced her faith. Our mother was an amazing woman and the foundation of our life as we know it today.
Marion is survived by her seven children, Linda (Lorne) Boudreau, Debbie (Roy) Hillman, Balls Creek, Jim (Norma) Power, PEI, Sandra (Greg) Wall, Big Beach, Kim (Shawn) LeClair, Kevin (Linda) Phillips, Toronto and Sally (William) Chase, Windsor; grandchildren, Harry (Darlene) Hillman, Douglas Hillman, Halifax, Steven (Laura) Hillman, Balls Creek, Jason (Olivia) Boudreau, Windsor, ON, Robert (Crystal) Boudreau, Jessica (Richard) Power, Halifax, Ryan (Janis) Wall, Michael (Shaya) Wall, Toronto, David Wall, Jenna LeClair, Andre LeClair, Joshua Phillips, Toronto, Ashley Phillips, Toronto, and Emily Chase, Windsor; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Marion also acknowledges her special friendship with George Stanovie, Kitchener; her special niece, Gladys (Ed) Smith, Newfoundland and daughter-in-law, Kelly (Beaton) Power, Halifax.
Besides her parents, Marion is predeceased by husbands, James Power and Jim Stanovie; siblings, Tim (Isabel) Brennan, Joe Brennan, Angela (George) Napoleon and Theresa (Donald) Rowe.
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID-19, a memorial service to celebrate the life of Marion, will be scheduled in 2021 when it is safe to gather.
Donations in memory of Marion may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Kim and family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom.
From: Krystal MacQueen
To the family
So sad to hear of Marions passing.
Sincere condolences.
From: Diane Saunders
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I have many fond memories of your Mom growing up on Elmwood Avenue . She was a wonderful person. Love and hugs to you all .
From: Marie Horechuk
Sending strength for this day, your family is able to come together to have a service for your mom. Hugs Sandra, Kim, Debbie, Linda and families.
From: Amber MacKinnon
We are so sorry for your loss.
I loved Marion, she was a great lady.
From: Marie MacDougall (Power)
With all our heart and soul, we will miss you Ma and we will see you again! Love forever
Our Deepest Condolences
This just doesn’t seem real, I pick up my phone to call you like I did every night and it hits me you are gone, my heart is broken, love you and miss you until we see you again
Deepedt sympathy to the family
Thoughts and condolences, to the family. She was a lovely woman. Fond memories, spending time with Jason, on Elmwood Ave.
We are sad that Kingsley and Luke did not meet their great grandmother. But, we will gather in Sydney when the sun shines again to remember you. Love : Kingsley, Luke, Jessica and your son Jimmy
Condolences to all of Marion’s children and their families. She will be missed by all of you. RIP Marion.
Sorry for your loss
Sandra, Kim, Linda, Debbie, and families. When I worked at Global News Shop on Charlotte Street, your mom would come in, always a smile. I am grateful to have known her. A true lady will be missed by many. Hugs and strength sent to all.
Linda, Debbie, Jim, Sandra, Kim, kevin Sally@ families, deepest sympathy to you all ! Your Mom’s memory, spirit , talent and personality will live on in you all! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time! May she rest in peace!
So sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. You and family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our condolences to the Hillman and Wall family. Thinking of you all.
Our condolences to the family
So sorry for the loss of your mom,Linda,Sandra,Kim,Debbie,and the restofyourfamily,Thinking of-you guys at this most difficult time ❤️🙏God Bless you Joan& Raymond Boudreau and family
My prayers and condolences to the family of Marion. She was such a sweet lady always so kind She will be missed by many thoughts and hugs to the family
Kim and Family-So sorry for your loss
To the family,
I’m so sorry for your loss! Although you will miss her everyday, I know the love you all share for her and for each other, will help you to get through this very difficult time! RIP Marion!
Kim and family, My deepest condolences on the loss of your mom.
Kim,Shawn and families, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, she was such a sweet lady and will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone of you.
My deepest condolences to the family. May you Rest In Peace Marion.
Our most sincere condolences to all of you on the passing of your dear mother, Marion. We were very fortunate to have Marion in our lives for several years as she cared for our children, Sara and Parker. They loved her dearly and to this day still talk of her with love. She was a kind and beautiful lady and I know you will all miss her terribly. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Very sorry for your loss . Such s kind hearted lady that always greeted you with a smile
Linda and Family: I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
So sad to hear of Marions passing.
My sincere condolences to her family.
Diane & Ken Saunders
Remembering Marion as a friend and ‘sister in theLord’.
We’ll miss you and your prayers, your warm welcome on our visits. Our condolences to you her family. May you know God’s comfort in these days of remembrance and loss.
Sincerely,
Wilma Blois,
Faith Baptist Church