Mary Jessie 'Mary Jess' MacDonald
2022
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Roman posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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Bruce Oliver posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My sincerest sympathy to the family at this difficult time. Sincerely Bruce
Allan Armsworthy & Shirley Vinten posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
It was with great sadness we learned of Mary Jess' passing. We worked together as school boards chairs in the early 90's and on the almalgamation committee of the Strait Board. We will miss her and Red Ed.
Donna & Mark MacIver posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
To Mary Jess's Family, Such a wonderful, Vibrant, smart Lady, always a pleasure to chat with and have a few laughs. Mary jesse had many passions,she will be greatly missed. God Love her. Our sincere sympathy to you all our thoughts and prayers are wtih you!
Duncan And Libby Cameron posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
The MacDonald and MacKinnon Sorry to learn of Mary Jess passing. Our condolences to all. Duncan and Libby Cameron
Muriel and Willard MacDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Eldred MacIntyre posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Mary Jess and family were close to our family growing up. Figure skating and school pursuits were common bonds, along with shared musical and community events. Mary Jess and Eddy raised a wonderful family, and gave generously of their time and talents to friends and community. Their political and educational work especially reflected this. They're together again in heaven but we will miss the caring and dynamic Mary Jess. May she rest in peace.
Sabrina Skinner posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Chrissy and Eric, Sorry to by hear of the passing of Mary Jess. May God bless you during this difficult time. The education system was her passion and is also within you as well. Know that both of you are in my prayers. God bless
Annalisa Vogrig-Zovatto posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
May your memories guide you in difficult times and her smile guide you in the paths ahead. My children and I remember having sleigh rides in winter at the farm with the 1st Port Hawkesbury Scouts. I enjoyed the chats that Mary Jess and I had about our children. Thinking of you Dwayne. Sending hugs.
Patricia Gibson and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Our sincere condolences to all of the family. Lots of memories of Mary Jess. A dear friend and a staunch lady. Mary Jess and Eddie were a remarkable couple and were special to us. We will miss her happy disposition and her laugh. Rest in peace Mary Jess.
Rosemary & Christine Burns posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
We are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers at this sad time. Mary Jess always had a smiling face for all the figure skaters to make them at ease on Test Days. She was a blessings.
Sharon Findlay-MacPhee posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Mary Jess was a tireless advocate for students. NSSBA was so lucky to count her as one of our presidents. What I will remember most though were all her kind gestures. She and Ed made up a special lotion for my horse's wound. Her Christmas fruitcake for the staff was legendary. Rest in peace Mary Jess.
Linda Beaton posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She cared so deeply for the children of Inverness County and beyond. She gave so much of herself and never looked for anything in return.
Charles MacDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Chrissi, Kim and I are so sorry for your loss. Having known you and your mother for so many years, I feel very blessed and honoured. She was a wonderful human and heaven has gained an angel. Who knows… maybe your mother and my father are chatting and laughing right know. Take care and be well. Charles and Kim MacDonald
Cathy MacDonald, Dana & Madison posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Deepest Condolences to all of you with the passing of mom. She was certainly a woman that left her mark on the world, particularly in education and how kind she was to others. She'll be sadly missed!!
Kathleen and Charlie Green posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Soo sorry on the passing off Mary Jess.She accomplished soo much in her life- I didnt get down. Charlie down with pneumonia. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest easy Mary Jess.
Lelia & frank machnik posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Our condolences to the family for your loss.May, Mary Jess rest in peace.
Carla snow posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
So sorry about mary jess. Condolences to the family. Xo
Jennifer and Brian MacDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Dear Chrissi and Family Very sorry to hear the news about your mother. Sending kind thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Judy Boucher posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sending sincerest sympathy to Chrissy and Dwayne on the passing of your mother. I met Mary Jess almost daily when she came to SRCE to pick up Chrissy we had many chats and I enjoyed them very much. RIP Mary Jess.
Mary Kennedy posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Dear Chrissi, Murlana, Dwayne and families, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. No matter when, where or why, Mary Jess always met me with kindness and I will always remember that. I'm sorry I can't be there in person, but I am standing with you in my prayers. Take care of each other, Mary Kennedy
Linda. Richardson posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
I was so sorry to hear of Mary jesses passing. I got to know her at the school board events. You were lucky to have had such a special person in your lives. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Barbara Quirk posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
I met Mary Jess in 2016 and after sitting beside her for 15 minutes of my first school board meeting, it was like I knew her for years.Over the next year she taught me so much about the education system in this province. We had numbers of discussions about what was working, needed to be changed and what needed to be scrapped all together.She was a fountain of knowledge and I took in all the information she offered to me. The education system of Nova Scotia has benefitted greatly from having Mary Jess in it from teacher to school board member and every position she held in between a true life long learner. My dear friend Mary Jess, many people have greatly benefitted from having you in their lives. I will miss the ramdon 2 hour calls, there she says,"Well I have to go I just pulled into the hospital parking and have to find a spot." It is your turn to rest, Rest in Peace, Mary Jess!
Glen Greencorn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
So sorry to hear of Mary Jess' passing. She was a great teacher and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
marilyn macdonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family of my very smart, very funny and very kind cousin of my MacKinnon family. Mary Jess "set the bar" for the rest of us who followed. She was a wonderful example in many ways. Rest in peace after such a full life.
Phonse and Angela Gillis posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
To the MacDonald Family we offer our deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear Mother, Mary Jess. She was a force to be reckoned with in all matters of educational leadership and life lessons. Never at a loss for words or wise advice she nurtured those around her with great love, kindness and good humour. While she is at peace now in her eternal home, we hope you will always feel her loving spirit and presence with you. May the many happy memories you shared together with her help you deal with the saddness of your loss. The pain will fade but her love and her memories will live on with you. Mary Jess could bring a smile to your face, even in the most difficult of times. Her and Eddie were a formidable team and they are once again together spreading joy and laughter from above. Sincerely, Phonse and Angela
Hazel Kennedy posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sincere sympathy to the family of MaryJess MacDonald. A lady I was honored to know as we were members of the Strait Regional Schoolboard. She was a mentor to many of us during our time there. Her commitment to education for everyone especially chrildren was admirable. She will be missed. May God grant her family peace and comfort in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hazel Kennedy
Benny and Carole MacInnis posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Deepest sympathy to MJ's family and many friends during this very difficult time.
Dougalenes & Francis Bowman posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
We would like to send our sincere condolences to the family of Mary Jess. She was a very special lady that will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Anne Petrie posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sincere condolences to the family of Mary Jess. My children were taught by her in Princeville. Beautiful soul. May she RIP.Anne Petrie and family.
Steve MacDougall posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sincere condolences to the MacDonald family
Margie Dunn posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
So sorry to hear of Mary Jess passing.Went to school with Mary Jess in Queensville. My sympathy to all her family and friends. RIP
Marg Forbes posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Mary Jess and I shared many great times, and common interests during our many years together on School Brds. Her concern was always for the betterment of education in NS, and for the individual student. She was a tireless worker. Not knowing she had passed, just today I recalled a particular cake which she had made and brought to a provincial meeting--always thinking of others! I am pleased that I had been able to talk to her a couple of times in the past few months. She will be in my thoughts. Marg Forbes
JANNETTE HULL [RYAN ] posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Dear Family I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing she was an excellent teacher i remember her well she will be well missed Prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time .
Rilla McLean posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
To Dwayne and all the MacDonald Family, I was sorry to hear the news about Mary Jess. She certainly made an impact on the education of many students in the area. My favorite memory is with a group including Jim and I and my wheelchair going on a sleigh ride one snowing evening. Of course the drivers were Mary Jess and Eddie. May time ease the pain of her passing but not erase the happy memories of her life. Sincerely, Rilla McLean
Don Glover posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Working with Mary Jess was an honour. She taught us to always make sure your work as an educator was focused on student success. She made a major contribution to education in Nova Scotia.
Sherman England posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sincere condolences is passed along to the entire MacDonald family on the passing of Mary Jess. Their is little doubt that MJ was a lifelong educator and lived the life as a life long learner. An advocate for all children - it was an honour to watch her carry out the many roles she took on in education in our province. Her passing leaves a large void in your family. She is no doubt looking down with a sparkle in her eye - reunited with family and friends as she organizes whatever needs to be looked after - be it a play or a sleigh ride.
Roberta MacInnis-Edmond posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Deepest sympathy for your loss. Mary Jess was definitely a person who cared deeply about students.
June Snow posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My deepest condolences to all Family and Friends of Mary Jess.. She was an Amazing Teacher and Overall A Great Lady.. A great Friend to my Mom and Dad and will surely be missed by everybody. R. I. P. Sweet Lady
linda blair posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
MARY JESS WAS A SWEET LADY WAS ALWAYS FRIENDLY TO ANYONE AND LOVED TO HELP OUT WHEREVER SHE COULD . I AM SURE THAT SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE. PRAYERS AND HUGS TO ALL OF YOU! LINDA BLAIR
Valerie Ann MacKenzie posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My sincere sympathy to you all on the on the loss of Mary Jessie. I use to meet up with Mary Jessie at our Red Hats events! May all the very wonderful memories of Mary Jessie that you all have, help you all in the difficult days ahead! Rest in Peace Mary Jessie Valerie Ann
Cathy Kennedy posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Condolences to the MacDonald and MacKinnon families. I was a guest in Mary Jess and Ed's home many times, where laughter was often in the air. Allena was a great friend of mine. Mary Jess had a great deal of drive and was a remarkable educator who had an impact on countless students.
Irene Chisholm posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My deepest condolences to Mary Jess's Family. She was a great lady who cared deeply about the children in our schools. She was always ready to offer help and advise about any concerns you had in the classroom. We laughed for many years about the time I met her in Bangor where she was looking for a pair of red shoes she had spotted on a previous trip. Take care and keep the good memories.
Rene MacDonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing Dwayne. Condolences to your family.
Angus and Natalie MacDougall and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
We are so very sorry to hear the passing of Mary Jess. She helped so many people including our son Mitchell and will be missed dearly.
Sr Catherine Ann MacGillivray posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Dear Chrissie and family, I am very sorry to hear about the death of your Mother. That great lady was so full of life who delighted in a good conversation. Her sense of justice was so evident as she expressed her concern for others. To me she was a woman of great integrity willing and able to share her care and wisdom with others. Her work in Education as a teacher and then later as Chair of the School Board was one of the many ways she served. I am grateful I had the chance to meet this good woman My deepest sympathy to her family In Prayer Sr Catherine
Flo Milley posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Dear Chrissi & Family, Please accept our condolences on the passing of your mother. It matters not what age or stage we are at in our lives, it is never easy to say good-bye to someone as important and as special as a mother. We hope you will find comfort and solace in the love and caring of family and friends, and in your many memories of happier times. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. With our deepest sympathy, Flo and Isabel
LIAM MACDONALD posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Mary-Jess. She was truly one-of-a-kind and will be missed dearly. - Liam & Laureen MacDonald
Joan and Lou Bona posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Chrissi and family I'm so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. There was no better advocate for children and education. She was the voice of every child. I will miss seeing her at Sobeys. Rest peacefully Mary Jess!
Margie Belle (MacCalder) Holliday posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
My deepest condolences to all , many fond memories of time visiting with her.
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