Thelma Marie (MacLean) Farrell
Glace Bay
It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Thelma Farrell, age 84, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Charlotte (McAdam) MacLean.
Thelma was employed as a schoolteacher at Bridgeport School for many years. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Association. Thelma was an avid reader and enjoy British TV shows; she would say she travelled through her shows and books. Thelma enjoyed family gatherings; she always enjoyed decorating for all the seasons and remodeling the homestead. In the summer she loved working out in her yard. Shopping was a great love of hers in any season.
She is survived by many cousins. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, John Farrell and her brother, Cyril MacLean.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 7, 2025, from 12 to 1 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 1 p.m., Fr. Norman MacPhee presiding, all taking place at T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS (902-849-4199). Interment will take place later in St. John’s Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Palliative Care or a charity of choice. Words of comfort may be sent to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com
Thelma Marie (MacLean) Farrell
Glace Bay
It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Thelma Farrell, age 84, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Charlotte (McAdam) MacLean.
Thelma was employed as a schoolteacher
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
T.J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists - Glace Bay
370 Reserve St Glace Bay, NS b1A4X2
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
T.J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists - Glace Bay
370 Reserve St Glace Bay, NS b1A4X2