Obituary of Mary Catherine MacSween

Mary Catherine MacSween Glace Bay It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Mary MacSween, age 81, on Thursday, January 17, 2019 at the Glace Bay Hospital, Glace Bay. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late George “Puddin” and Jessie (McBride) Routledge. Mary enjoyed skating, dancing and playing Bingo. She was employed with Ellie Marshall’s until her retirement. Mary is survived by her husband of 55 years, Fred MacSween; son, Wade MacSween, both of Glace Bay; brother-in-law, Teddy (Delores) MacSween, Glace Bay; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Keith MacSween; two brothers, Worrell and Fabian; aunts and uncles. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 22,2019 at St. Anne’s Church with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Burial to take place at a later date. The family would like to send a special thank you to her dearest and oldest friend, Audrey, cousins, Colleen and Shirley, and thank you to Dr. James Maclean and the nursing staff on 3 South, and Dr. Khodadad. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS (902-849-4199). Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com.