It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Christina (Chrissy), who departed this life on October 7, 2025, at the age of 87 years, with her family by her side. Born in Sydney on July 19, 1938, Chrissy was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Campbell) MacLean. Chrissy was a longtime member of St. Joseph Parish, New Victoria and more recently a member of St. Leonard’s Parish, New Waterford.

Surviving are her children, daughter Cathy (Colin) MacPherson of Halifax, and sons Paul (Ann Marie) of Truro, and Danny (Joanna) of Halifax; her grandchildren, York (Jessica), Eric (Nicole), Fraser, and Jenna (Shaun); along with her great-grandchildren, Nate, Emmy, John, and Lachlan, all of whom she adored and who brought her immense joy. Chrissy also leaves behind her sisters-in-law, Noreen MacDonald, Anne (Duncan) Mac Donald, and Geraldine Corden; her brother-in-law, Michael Cusack (Marilyn); as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends, including longtime friend Anna Nemis. Chrissy was predeceased by her loving husband of 60 years, Fraser; brother Rannie and sister-in-law Joan MacLean; brother Cecil and sister-in-law Mary MacLean; her sister Mary and brother-in-law Ed Grimm, and brothers-in-law York and Frank Cusack, Dannie MacDonald and Barrie Corden; as well as Gerald and Annie Cusack.

Mom lived a life marked by kindness, resilience, and unwavering devotion to family; she touched countless lives with her warmth, wisdom, and gentle spirit. She earned her Bachelor of Arts and Education from St. Francis Xavier University. Chrissy dedicated herself to nurturing and teaching at both elementary and high school levels during her teaching career. Mom found comfort in prayer, cherished quiet moments with an enjoyable book, and delighted in the simple pleasure of a sweet treat. We are all blessed to have had her in our lives, and we are forever grateful to be part of her life. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Parkland Cape Breton and Parkland Clayton Park, Drummond Hall, for your kindness and many laughs shared with Mom. Our family would also like to say thank you to Joanne White Burke for always being there for Mom.

Cremation has taken place under the care of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. A celebration of life will be held for Chrissy at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford, on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, at 1:00 PM with Father Damien MacPherson officiating. A reception will follow at the funeral home, with burial afterwards in St. Michael’s Cemetery, River Ryan. Online condolences can be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.