DOBSON (O’Neil), Margaret- April 28, 1937 – September 4, 2016. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Dobson, age 79 of Port Hawkesbury, on Sunday, September 4, 2016, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. She fought a long and courageous battle with cancer, never complaining and keeping a brave and cheerful outlook. Born in Bathurst, NB, she was a daughter of the late Jeremiah "Jerry" and Elizabeth (Smith) O’Neil. Margaret graduated from Teacher’s College and began her career in Bathurst before moving to Port Hawkesbury in 1961, where she taught for 25 years before retirement. Margaret is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Hubert; sons, Roy, Lake Ainslie; Jack (Nadine), Calgary; daughter, Beth (Lee) Young, Port Hawkesbury; grandchildren, John, Matthew, Kelly and Sandy, whom she adored and cherished and her furry companion, Katie. She is also survived by brothers, Gerald (Doreen), Mill Bay, BC; Perley (Anne), Ottawa; as well as many nieces and nephews. Margaret loved spending time with her family and friends at their summer homes in Lake Ainslie and Bathurst. Especially the summer months when her grandchildren joined them. She also loved a good game of cards, betting on hockey games with family members and a good sweet, especially chocolate. The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses and Lab Collectors at Antigonish and Strait Richmond Hospital for their kindness and care. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be 10 a.m. Thursday from St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Port Hawkesbury with Father Gary MacPherson officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation There will be no visitation Service Information Service Date Thursday, September 8, 2016 Service Time 10 a.m. Service Location St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Port Hawkesbury Burial Information Burial Date Thursday, September 8, 2016 Burial Time Following funeral mass Burial Location St. Joseph Parish Cemetery, Port Hawkesbury