Sydney River, NS
June 10, 1939 – July 26, 2024
Nerine Carmichael, cherished wife of Ken Carmichael for 61 years; beloved mother of Kerri (Matt), Kendra (Patrick), and Kirsti (Andrew); loving grandmother to Kenneth (Brie) and Sam; and precious great-grandmother to Arlo, passed away quietly at home on Friday, July 26, 2024, leaving a void her family cannot fill. She loved them so much; they were her world, and she was theirs.
Nerine was born in Charlottetown, PE to Katherine (Carson) and Ralph MacLean. She was the oldest of seven siblings: Donna, Margie, Ivan, Cathy, Connie, and Robert. Nerine was predeceased by her mother, father, sister Cathy, and countless feline companions.
Nerine devoted her life to the service of others. She spent many years in the nursing profession, training at Children’s Hospital in Halifax and working at both City and St. Rita’s Hospital in Sydney, making special friends along the way.
As she was an avid animal lover, when she retired from human care, Nerine spent time working at Kennedy Animal hospital for several years. Many creatures were as devoted to her as she was to them. We like to think the cats were all waiting for her at the heavenly gates, meowing loudly for all to hear, urging her to feed them their dinner. She is especially missed by her feline companion, Bizzy.
Nerine was well loved in the community and neighborhood. She enjoyed spending time at Jost House Museum in the summer months, welcoming cruise ship passengers and having tea with dear friends, Eileen and Jay. She will be missed by special family friend Donna Lewin, who would call often to check in and chat.
She spent most of her time with her best friend and dear husband out and about on adventures, running errands, and setting up for craft shows. For many years, they never sat still. In most recent years, they were rarely apart, laughing over a tv show or listening to the radio together. The loss is felt so deeply.
Cremation has taken place, there is no visitation, and Celebration of Life will take place in St. Albans Church, Whitney Pier at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
In lieu of flowers, spend time with your loved ones, tell them you love them, snuggle your pets, and take time to watch the hummingbirds.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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