L'Ardoise, NS
September 5, 1953 - March 16, 2025
It is with profound sadness and truly broken hearts that we the family have to announce the passing of out dear aunt and sister, Melvina Ida Pottie at the Strait Richmond Hospital on March 16, 2025 with her loving family by her side.
Born in L'Ardoise, she was the daughter of the late Mary Georgette (Gallant) Pottie and Wilfred Pottie.
Left to mourn are her brothers, Gerald, Felix, Paul, Patrick, Albert, David and half brother, Hal; sisters, Diean, Marie, Brenda, Christine; half sisters, Obiline, Sarah and Karen. She was predeceased by her sister, Lucy in infancy and half sisters, Elizabeth and Theresa.
Vina (as pretty much everyone knew her) had the kindest heart and was the sweetest person; as every doctor she met always told her. She was a member of the ROC Centre for 46 years and very dedicated. She worked at Subway for a couple of years and loved that also. She actually loved everything; big and small.
She also had a bit of a stubborn side when it came to the ROC. There was no telling Vina it was a storm day, cause she was ready to go until the announcement came on The Hawk; then back to bed she went.
She had a few hobbies like knitting dishcloths, hats, neck warmers and slippers. Vina also liked to make puzzles. She was a bit of a gambler; never wanting to miss a bingo or Rummoli game. She was always up for visitors, especially from Brenda and Paul. Vina was always up for some music and singing and there was never enough macaroni for her. She always loved animals, especially her babies, Marley, Sadie and Jasma (when it was actually Jasmine).
We would like to thank all the doctors and nurses at the Strait Richmond Hospital for their wonderful care in her short visit. Thank you to Dr. Gillis, Lesley and their team, all the VON Home Support Workers and the nurses, the 4 paramedics that came that morning, God bless you; Jennifer Mombourquette, and Dr. Alison Archibald at the Cancer Centre in Sydney.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday March 26, 2025 from 3-8pm at the Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Parlor. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11am on Thursday March 27, 2025 from Holy Guardian Angels Parish; Rev. John Yake officiating.
Donations in Vina's memory made be made to the Strait Richmond Palliative Care Society or charity of choice.
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