Obituary of Emma Gillis

It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Emma Gillis, announce her passing on Nov. 6, 2016 at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Allan and Mary Agnes Graham. Mom dedicated her life to her five children and spoke of them with great pride. She had a wonderful sense of humor that she shared with everyone she met. Mom was an avid Blue Jays fan and at the age of 92, still enjoyed watching them play. Surviving are her children, Heather McKenzie, Norma Gillis, Gwendolyn (Alex) Gouthro, Angus (Elaine) Gillis, all of New Waterford, and Bruce (Wanda) Gillis, Mira; sister Doleena Syms, New Waterford; brother, Bernard Graham, Sparwood, Alberta; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Emma was predeceased by sisters Mayme, Gertie, June, and Noreen; brothers, Bobby, Billy, Charlie, Dougie, Richard and Lester. There will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. A luncheon to will be held Monday, November 14 at 1 p.m. in St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. All are welcome. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Mom Your memory is our keepsake, With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping, We have you in our heart.