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Tuesday, April 22, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss , Our thoughts are with you Susan and all your family . Your mum was a lovely person . Sincerely Shauna and Carl Carson

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Susan Simms Posted May 4, 2025 at 6:23 AM

Thank you, Shauna and Carl. It is always hard as the bedrock of our little town chips away.

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Dennis and Deana Gowan posted a condolence

Monday, April 21, 2025

So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She was a lovely person and so giving. I remember on our 40th wedding anniversary stopping into the China Chest. She was thrilled and gifted us a pinwheel vase that she remembered we had on our wedding list years before. She always had a smile on her face and a wonderful sense of humor. May God comfort your family at thuis difficult time. Deanie and Dennis Gowan

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Susan Simms Posted May 4, 2025 at 6:25 AM

Thank you for your kind words.

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Rod and Carla Carney posted a condolence

Sunday, April 13, 2025

Susan and families We were sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a pillar of the community. She was friendly and always willing to chat. Our sincere sympathies. Rod and Carla

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 14, 2025 at 1:14 AM

Thank you, my friends.

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Barbara Holt posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

My condolences on the loss of your Mom. She was a great friend of my Mother Joyce Enright(McCarlie). They shared many visits and laughs over the years. I remember one trip they took to the States to visit their good friend Margie Williamson. Every time I was in St.Andrews I would visit her in her store and a have a lovely chat. Hope all of your memories of your Mom comfort you . Barb Holt (Enright)

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 10, 2025 at 8:31 AM

Thank you. Yes, Mum loved her visits and always spoke fondly with enthusiasm about the wonderful time she had. Lots of laughter and fun.

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Nancy E Drischler posted a condolence

Monday, April 7, 2025

Susan and your family, I am so very sad for your loss. My mom, Margie Williamson Stonner, and your mom were best friends and I was named after her I have so many memories and had so much fun with your mom and my mom. She was always one of the first persons I went to see when we came to St Andrews to visit my grandparents She was an amazing, intelligent, fun, loving, generous, warm and kind individual and oh her laugh was infectious and loved a good joke. I’ll miss her but will cherish all the memories! My best to all of you Much love Nancy Stonner Drischler

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Sudan Simms Posted Apr 8, 2025 at 8:24 AM

Thank you, Nancy. How great is it to think of our mothers being reunited- laughing and carrying on and just having a ball?!

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Suzanne Hooper posted a condolence

Monday, April 7, 2025

This is so very sad to read. Such a great person I had the privilege of meeting many years ago. Always a joy to get a chance to talk with Nancy whether at her store or just out and about. She will be missed greatly.

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Sudan Simms Posted Apr 8, 2025 at 8:32 AM

Thank you, Suzanne. I know Mum thought a lot of you as well.

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Maurice and Sharon Fleming posted a condolence

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Dear Susan and family, We were sorry to hear of your Moms passing. You were just a young girl when we lived in St Andrews Susan and may not remember us. We were great friends with your mom and Dad. Your Mother was a really unique lady with a great sense of humor and such dedication to her fabulous China Chest. I would often go and sit with her at the China Chest if things weren’t busy…even helped out a few times when things were busy. We had a lot of laughs and your Mom will be fondly remembered by us. RIP Nancy Maurice and Sharon Fleming

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Sudan Simms Posted Apr 8, 2025 at 8:27 AM

I remember you well. We visited you in Neguac. The good old days. Thank you for your message.

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Carol MacLean posted a condolence

Sunday, April 6, 2025

So sorry to hear of Nancy's death ... she was an unique gal, but not a happy one the past few years, Hope she's at peace now,

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Sudan Simms Posted Apr 8, 2025 at 8:29 AM

Yes, Carol, I agree. I believe she has been reunited with many of her best-loved people and is eternally happy now..

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Sunday, April 6, 2025

Sorry for your loss. My Mother and Nancy were great friends.

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Sudan Simms Posted Apr 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM

Absolutely. I believe they are laughing and joking together right now. Thank you.

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Shelagh Connors posted a condolence

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Deepest condolences to your family. Whenever we were in St Andrews we would always drop in to see if Nancy was there and have a chat. She was always happy to see us and know what we were up to. RIP

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 6, 2025 at 10:22 AM

Thank you Shelagh. Mum definitely loved people dropping in to visit.

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Mary Kane posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Dear Susan and family, I am sorry to hear of your mum’s passing. I always tried to stop in to the China Chest on my visits and your mum was almost always there. She was always friendly and welcoming. She will be missed. My sincere condolences, Mary Charlton Kane

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM

Thank you Mary. Every visit made her happy.

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Maureen and Edward posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Well Nancy. You took on a whole car load of extra kiddos to help out a life long friend and we kiddos learned to sew kerchiefs and aprons and placemats on a sewing machine. We baked for hours and made life long memories which we cherish every time we sit at a sewing machine to make draperies, quilts, table linens, or clothing. We were reminded that moms and grandma's still carry in their souls the adventures of girls who road bikes between town and Minister's Island and rowed Ernest Wentworth's boat between the town wharf and Navy Island to find a quieter place to study, or chill when studying seemed elusive. We are a special clan of Saint John St Andrews girls who have travelled the world for treasures to hold and share. We knew exactly where to find that thoughtful gift that would require at least an hour to look over everything in the China Chest. Running a business, welcoming guests, understanding the sacrifices as well as the joys of living and working in St Andrews through buoyant and tough economic times. And the laughs over a cup of tea, great food, and maybe even a pen full of new puppies. We always knew how to set the table for many courses; whether for paupers or princes AND we still know which butter knives go where.

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 6, 2025 at 10:25 AM

Thank you, Maureen. My mum would love your post.

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Bill and Barb Vye posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Susan and family: So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing, our sincere condolences to all the family. Our trips to St .Andrews won't be the same without dropping in to The China Chest for a quick visit with her. Nancy had a great sense of humour and so many stories and loved sharing a joke and a laugh...she will be missed by all who knew her. Bill and Barb Vye

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 6, 2025 at 10:26 AM

Thank you. Mum delighted in every visit.

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Bob Charlton posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Please accept my deepest condolences on Nancy’s passing . She and her parents had a long friendship with my family . I always enjoyed her . Sincerely , Bob Charlton

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM

Thank you. Mum really enjoyed her friends. I remember her laughing but being also embarassed that our Saint Bernard, Brandy, came home with a frosted chocolate cake when your mother was defrosting her freezer and had set things out.

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Cindy Norman Bojda posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Goodbye Nancy, you were the light in moms summer trips to St. Andrews and told the best stories with flare. Will miss visiting with you at the store. Wish your family condolences and prayers. Cindy Norman Bojda

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 5, 2025 at 1:49 PM

Thanks, Cindy. Mum loved her time with you guys and looked forward to your visits too.

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Christine (Graham) Black posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Susan and family - thinking of you and sending sincere condolences on the loss of your mother - a loss like no other! Nancy was well-known and loved in St. Andrews and we often had a chat in the Save Easy or downtown in days gone by. She always had a twinkle in her eye and often shared a funny story with me. She will be missed..

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 5, 2025 at 1:51 PM

Mum was in the perfect location for people to drop in for a visit and a chat and it made her really happy. I'm glad you were part of that.

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Diane Locke posted a condolence

Saturday, April 5, 2025

Nancy will be missed, enjoyed our summer visits, talks of travels, her China shop goodies. . RIP. Diane Norman Locke

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Tracey Bennett posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

We are very sad to hear of Nancy’s passing. Our summer visits home will not be the same without her and her sense of humour. RIP Nancy Kaye. Maxine Cunningham.

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 5, 2025 at 6:28 AM

Thank you. Mum was always very excited to get to get together with Max and her family.

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Shirley and Reid Hatt posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Our sincerest condolences to Brian and Susan and the family . We loved Nancy and shared lots of good times and laughs in the good old days. She will be missed .God bless you all ! Shirley and Reid Hatt

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 10:46 PM

Thank you for this message. They really were the good old days.

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Keith Pierce posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Very sorry to hear of Nancy's passing -our condolences to the family. I enjoyed Nancy's sense of humour and her spirited energy - she will be missed. Take care, Keith & Brenda Pierce

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 10:47 PM

Thanks. Your kind words are appreciated.

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Linda and Sam posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

With deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She will be missed by many.

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 10:48 PM

Thank you. It is touching to know just how well thought of Mum was.

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Margie (Dougherty) Worth posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. Sincere sympathy to her family.

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Barb Lord posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Susan and Brian and Family Nancy will be missed. our chats and laughs our thoughts are with you all Rod and Barb Lord

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Lynn Kozak posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Sending my heartfelt sympathy, Brian and Susan - she will be missed by all who knew her. I always enjoyed her quick wit and sense of humour.

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Brenda Bates posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Our deepest sympathy goes out to all the family. Nancy was a very special lady And we had many happy times together. Nancy will be missed by us and also by the town of Saint Andrews. Nancy had so many stories and history to tell of the town which will be missed. Thank you for such a wonderful friend. God Blsess You! Brenda and Rebecca Bates

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Linda Matthews posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Our sincerest sympathy for your loss Brian. Barry and Linda Matthews

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Lori Johnson posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Hello, I have never met your Mom, but reading the obituary, so well written, it was A Life Well Lived. I read something once called the Dash. The dash being from the time you were born until the time you passed. It said make the distance in between those years as full as you can. Your Mom did just that! Very sorry for your loss, but also be very proud of your Mom. Lori Johnson

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Dorothea Hooper posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Your Mum will be missed by many, many people. She was the bedrock person of St Andrews for many folks. Going into the China Chest was a “must do” for me and my family for decades. When I was a crossing guard for the elementary school, her corner was my corner and many the cold morning she’d come out and offer me a treat of some sort. She was a jewel in the crown of St Andrews and will be missed by millions for generations. Sincere Condolences. Dorothea Hooper

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Theresa Logan posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

My deepest condolences to Susan and Brian . Nancy was a wonderful person who had one of the greatest sense of humour that I ever encountered. I worked many summers for Nancy and enjoyed every moment. Work days consisted of many laughs and stories. Later in life I often would stop in for a visit and a laugh. She was a very talented lady who could whip up a meal , dress a window, make the most beautiful craft items as well as having an outgoing and pleasant personality. She will be missed as a valuable member of the community. It won’t be the same without her.

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Shirley Taylor posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

So sorry to hear of your loss. Loved chatting with Nancy. She liked talking about her memories of Bocabec. Very fun and smart lady.

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Joyce Crouch posted a condolence

Friday, April 4, 2025

Nancy will be missed by friends near & far. On return visits to St. Andrews, Nancy was always a welcome back, friendly face. Nancy was a great Neighbor when we lived on Frederick St and I couldn’t walk by without stopping in to say hi and exchange a joke or two. The corner of Frederick and Water Street will never be the same. R.I.P. my dear friend. Condolences to Susan & her family.

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SusanSimms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 3:07 AM

Thanks so much for your kind words.

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Reecie Sears posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

My deepest condolences to you, Susan, and her family. Nancy was such a character, I loved her sense of humour. She'll be missed by many; take solace in that she touched many hearts. Sending you hugs and prayers of strength.

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SusanSimms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 3:09 AM

Thank you, Reecie. I can picture you and Mum having a laugh.

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Sherry Hooper posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss! Nancy and the China Chest were part of the very fabric of the Community and she will be greatly missed! Sending you all love and prayers❤️

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SusanSimms Posted Apr 4, 2025 at 3:10 AM

Thank you, my friends.

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Gina Scott posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Susan and Family. My sincere condolences. Nancy was nice to me and we had some great chuckles. I will cherish my times with her and Peggy James. The two together had me in stitches at times. Sending love ❤️

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 3, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Thanks, Gina, my friend.

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Lisa Pollock posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Susie and family- I am sending my condolences to all of you. Lots of love and strength during this difficult time.

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 3, 2025 at 7:56 PM

Thank you, LiLi.

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Barb and Fred purton posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She will certainly be missed as we walk by the China Chest, she always wanted you to stop and have a chat .Our deepest sympathy to all. Barb and Fred Purton

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM

Thanks, Fred and Barb. We appreciate it.

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Nancy posted a condolence

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Brian and family so sorry for your loss. May her memories live on.

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William Simms Posted Apr 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM

So sorry for your loss, condolences to family and friends.

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Susan Simms Posted Apr 3, 2025 at 7:55 PM

Thank you. Lots of great memories.

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Nancy F. Keay

1934 - 2025