Eastern Passage, NS
May 4, 1942 - February 25, 2024
Mary Alice (Brennan) Evans. Age 81of Eastern Passage peacefully passed away at the
Dartmouth General Hospital February 25, 2024, with her daughters by her side.
Mary was the eldest daughter of the late Lawrence and Olga (Sheehan) Brennan.
Mary was a graduate of Miss Murphy’s Business College. After marrying Vince, Mary concentrated on raising her family. With all four children in school, Mary returned to work, first with Office Overload, then with 25 years in accounting with Autoport Limited.
Mary’s passions were animals and music. Her first pet, Peter the rabbit, was soon followed by cats, dogs, fish, horses, more rabbits, and finally Winnie. A lifetime of joy. All were loved and cared for like family.
Mary was an accomplished pianist, organist, and singer. Mary learned to play piano under the
watchful eye of her treasured grandmother. A lifetime of playing ensued. Mary was the parish
organist wherever she lived. She could be counted on to play well, lead the singing for mass,
funerals, and weddings. In later years, Mary was a volunteer and organist at Ocean View
Continuing Care, organist for the Knights of Columbus. Her extensive knowledge and attention
to detail served her well.
Mary enjoyed her many summers at the camp, swimming in the cove with all the family, and
following her children’s exploits.
Mary’s family wishes to thank Sharon Dugas and the doctors and nurses on 5West for the
excellent care of Mary during her illness.
Mary is survived by daughters, Nancy (Richard), Laurie (Rob), daughter-in-law Terri (Kevin),
sister Theresa, brother John, sisters-in-law Stella and Shelley, grandchildren Johnny, Robin,
David, Sarah, and Alicia. Mary is also survived by many cousins and nieces and nephews.
Mary was predeceased by her husband Vince, sons John and Stephen, brother Jim.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to Bide -a- While, Divine Mercy
Parish indicating for Saint Andrew’s Church, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your
choice.
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