Edna Marie Porter Windsor, Nova Scotia Obituary

Edna Marie Porter

It is with sadness that we announce that Edna, our beautiful Nana, of Windsor, passed away at the age of 95, on Saturday, August 6, 2022 in Dykeland Lodge, Windsor. Born in Walton, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Leila (McLellan) Burgess.<br><br>Edna was well known in town and will especially be remembered for her countless hours spent out walking daily when she was able.<br><br>She is survived by her sister, Elsie Hartlin; half-brother, Blaine (Helen) Patterson; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as, extended family.<br><br>Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Stanley Porter; daughters, Linda Mason and Sharon Jessop; sisters, Lilly Merritt, Peggy MacDonald, Julia Salter and Marina Carmichael; brothers, Franklyn and Harris “Bobby” Burgess; half-brother, Les Patterson.<br><br>Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to DeMont Family Funeral Home &amp; Cremation Service, 419 Albert St., Windsor (902-798-8317). A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Centre Falmouth Cemetery, Town Road, Falmouth. Donations in memory of Edna may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting: www.demontfamilyfuneralhome.ca
May 23, 1927 - August 6, 202205/23/192708/06/2022
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Amanda Gidney
November 5, 2022
Oh Edna, my little firecracker! The first day I met you at the Lodge, I knew there was something special about you. I know we only knew each other a short time, but it felt like I’d known you for years. You always made my days, there was never a dull moment. I think of y... Continue Reading
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Melissa Sheehy-Richard, MLA Hants West
September 1, 2022
Sharing in your sadness as you remember Edna. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
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Kevin Parker
August 22, 2022
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Ron & Joyce Reynolds
August 12, 2022
To Edna's family, Sending sincere sympathy. Edna was indeed a beautiful person inside and out. She will be greatly missed. May your wonderful memories bring you peace.

Ron & Joyce
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Douglas Burns
August 11, 2022
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Edna. She was a bright light and I will miss our conversations. My condolence to her family.
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Janet L. Demone
August 10, 2022
Condolences on the passing of Mrs. Porter. She lived a couple of houses over from our family home on O'Brien Street, and was always sitting on the porch when we walked past.

She was always interested in hearing about the day. I have very fond memories of her.

Janet D... Continue Reading
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Linda Simpson
August 9, 2022
Edna was a lovely lady that I met at Windsor United Church. She will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathies to her family and friends.
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Bruce & Edith Saunders.
August 8, 2022
Dear Edna’s Family.
Edna was a lovely lady.
She was very friendly, and always willing to have a chat.
We all will miss her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Deepest Sympathy.
Bruce & Edith Saunders.
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Rae Casey
August 8, 2022

Sending sympathy and prayers to all of Edna's family.
Rae Casey
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Windsor Home Hardware
August 8, 2022
Dear Kim and Family,

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during these difficult times.

Windsor Home Hardware
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