Phyllis Ethel Wellwood Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia Obituary

Phyllis Ethel Wellwood

Wellwood (Dares), Phyllis Ethel - age 76 of Belnan, passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2022 at home. Born in Middle Musquodoboit, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Ethel Dares.<br><br>Phyllis’ early working career included working at MT&amp;T out of Musquodoboit and Truro. When she married Harold, she became a homemaker. Phyllis cared for a number of children around the community. She enjoyed her summers camping at Scotia Pine and Beech Brook Campgrounds. Phyllis’ hobbies included knitting, bowling and spending time with her family and friends.<br><br>Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Harold; children, Bill, Lantz; Debbie (Jason) Ross, Gays River; grandchildren, Alex (Kara) Wellwood, Bay Bulls, NL; Kennedy Wellwood, Wolfville; Emily Ross, Gays River; siblings, Ross (Jean), Middle Musquodoboit; Edna Benvie, Middle Musquodoboit; several nieces and nephews.<br><br>She was predeceased by her loving daughter-in-law, Carolyn Wellwood; brother, Gordon; brother-in-law, Doug Benvie; sister-in-law, Marion Dares.<br><br>Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 2 – 4 PM and 7 – 9 PM on Thursday, August 11th, 2022, in Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812, Highway 2, Shubenacadie. A funeral service will be held at Riverview United Church, Elmsdale, at 10 AM on Friday, August 12th, 2022 with reception to follow. Rev. Kim Curlett officiating.<br><br>Thank you to Cathy Gilby, VON, Dr. Iain MacNeil and the late Dr. Bruce Montgomery for continuous help with healthcare.<br><br>A special thanks to Harold, loving husband, father and grandfather for being able to keep our Mom and Nan in her home and close to her family.<br><br>In lieu of flowers, Phyllis’s family ask that you donate to the ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Easter Seals or Riverview United Church.<br><br>Tributes, words of comfort and memories of Phyllis can be left for the family at www.ettingerfuneralhome.com
July 23, 1946 - August 4, 202207/23/194608/04/2022
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Funeral Home Owner
August 11, 2022
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Steve Jamieson
August 12, 2022
I was sorry to learn of Phyllis's passing. My sincere condolences to Harold, Bill, Debbie and their families.
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Christina Parker
August 12, 2022
Sincere condolences to you, Harold and your family, on the passing of Phyllis. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have of your life together. Christina Parker
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Roxane Abbott
August 11, 2022
Bill, Alex , Kennedy and the Wellwood family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ... Your mom (Nan) was a wonderful lady.
Uncle Ellis and Aunt Roxane.
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Nancy Scothorn
August 11, 2022
Sending sincere condolence Harold to you and your family.
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Stephen King
August 11, 2022
Our sincerest sympathies to Harold and Family.May fond memories provide comfort in this time of sorrow.Phyllis was a wonderful lady. Karen and Steve King
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MICHELLE
August 11, 2022
Sending our love and thoughts to you.
Mike, Darren & Michelle Burkey
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Louise Bruce
August 10, 2022
Harold, Billy, Debbie, and families - Sincere sympathy in the loss of your wife/mother. She was certainly faced with some challenges throughout her life, but she faced them head on.. I remember her as a woman with a big smile, hearty laugh, and loving nature.
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Robin Hutchinson
August 10, 2022
Our sincere condolences to all of Phyllis's family and friends. We are thinking of you at this sad time.
Benny & Robin Hutchinson
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Beulah Jane Wright
August 9, 2022
You may not know who I am, as I left Belnan in 1949, but I went to school with Patsy and Doug, and my parents, Della and Keith Wright, were always friends and neighbors of Robert and Edna, and kept in touch for many years, as I did with Patsy, until she passed away. I... Continue Reading
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Binnie Langley
August 9, 2022
Harold, I am saddened to learn of your loss. Please accept my sincerest of condolences and my thoughts are with you during this time.
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