Pansy Caroline Flemming

1919 - 2012

Pansy Caroline Flemming obituary, 1919-2012

BORN

1919

DIED

2012

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Ettinger Funeral Home - Shubenacadie

2812 Highway 2

Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia

Pansy Flemming Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 10, 2012.

FLEMMING, Pansy Caroline (Zwicker), Toronto/Shubenacadie.
Pansy passed away at True Davidson Acres, Toronto, Ontario on November 28, 2012. Daughter of Newton Wesley Zwicker and Cora Anna (Turple) Zwicker, she was born in Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia on January 21, 1919. She attended Shubenacadie Elementary and High School, and in later years, was a Trustee for the same school area. She attended Maritime Business College in Halifax and later received a diploma in Public Administration from Dalhousie University after having been a founding member of the committee that set up the course with the Institute of Public Affairs of Dalhousie University. From 1943 to 1974, Pansy worked for the Municipality of East Hants, and retired as Municipal Clerk Treasurer. She then moved to Botswana, Africa with CUSO to assist with establishing municipal and financial governance and then served as Training Officer for the Council of Employees of Botswana. In 1981, she retired again and moved to Portugal until 1987 when she returned to Canada, making her home in Toronto. Pansy was the first woman President and later an honourary life member of the Municipal Finance Officers Association of Nova Scotia and an honourary life member of the Nova Scotia Association of Municipal Administrators. She was a very active member of the United Church of Canada in both Nova Scotia and Ontario, held various church offices and was a life member of the UCW. Pansy was a life time member of the Crescent Rebekah Lodge in Shubenacadie. She held a life membership with the East Hants Municipal Swimming Pool and helped spearhead the funding and construction of the pool. She also greatly enjoyed golfing with her Florida and River Oaks (Nova Scotia) friends. Pansy was a Master Bridge player and enjoyed games with her many friends in Toronto, in Nova Scotia at her beloved Martinique Beach cottage and with others around the world. She is very lovingly remembered by her brother, Marlin (Ruth) Zwicker, her sons Albert (Cathy), Darrell (late Vivian), daughter Coreen (Frances Aspinall), grandchildren Debi Barkhouse (Leslie), Dwayne Flemming, Francine Flemming, Bert (Valerie) Flemming, Sandra Flemming, Jennifer (Todd) Hubley and her very special ten great grandchildren, and two great, great grandchildren. Pansy was predeceased by her former husband, George Flemming, and her dear sister, Pearl Connick. The family would also like to thank Pansy's very kind and supportive caregiver, Lynn Obie, and the dedicated staff at True Davidson Acres. Pansy was generous, patient, kind, loving, adventurous, diplomatic, intelligent and a role model in her family, work, volunteer and social lives. The visitation will be Monday, December 17th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. with a Rebekah Lodge service at 7pm at Ettinger Funeral Home, 2812 Main Street, Shubenacadie, NS B0N 2H0 (902) 758-3259. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, December 18th at 2 p.m. at Shubenacadie United Church, M. Dale Crawford officiating DLM. A memorial service is also being held in Toronto, Ontario. Family flowers only. If desired, donations to Shubenacadie United Church, P.O. Box 147, 2869 Hwy. 2, Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia, B0N 2H0 or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends may view treasured photos of Pansy and sign the Guest Book at: ettingerfuneralhome.com

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February 7, 2013

Pansy left many footprints. I was the Cuso co-director in Botswana when she arrived there. She evoked respect, for her actions, her opinions, and especially for her being Pansy. She was as fine a human being as you could want to meet. She taught me much. I think that what she taught me I managed to apply in my subsequent career. A GREAT human and Canadian. Would that there were more of her!

Ozzie Schmidt.

January 15, 2013

Christine MacAskill

Albert, Cathy and all your family,

We were so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing Albert.

We want to extend our sincerest condolences to each of your family at this sad time.

May your great family memories bring you consolation as you must mourn the loss of your Mum.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sincerely ,
Christine and Wayne MacAskill

January 7, 2013

Sarah Gayton & Family

She certainly lived a very full and rich life. What a beautiful slideshow. My thoughts and prayers to you all.

December 31, 2012

Anne O'Connor

Dear Flemming Family,
It is with sadness that I heard today that Pansy has died. I met Pansy many times through Corrie and Francie. I met some of you in 2009 when I visited Martinique Beach. With Pansy, I often thought "here are the qualities that I want to have when I am an elder." I am glad to have known her.
Anne O'Connor, Sault Ste. Marie, ON

December 18, 2012

Lea Thurrott

Darrell & family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, please accept our deepest sympathies, our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season...Lea & Muriel..

December 17, 2012

TOM IRVING

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

December 17, 2012

Memories of a delightful, warm and caring soul will remain part of our Botswana experience. We were honoured to share that time with Pansy. Mary and Doug Rigby (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia)

December 13, 2012

The Maritime Conference United Church Women extend deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one, Pansy.
May you always keep the memories of Pansy in your heart and treasure them each day.
May the love of God surround you to comfort, strengthen and give you courage to face the difficult days ahead.
May you feel the love and caring of your UCW family and know that they are there to give you support, strengthen and give you courage.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

In Christian Love,
Reta Manuel,
Corresponding Secretary

December 13, 2012

John MacDonell - MLA for Hants East

To Albert and the family: I'm sorry to hear about Pansy's passing. She certainly left many memories. May they help you through this sad time. My condolences on your loss.

December 12, 2012

Robert Eaton

My sympathy to Albert,Darrell,&Coreen on the passing of their mother. I remember Pansay from my days in Shubie at my grandmother's house.
She had a remarkable life. Bob Eaton

December 12, 2012

We extend our deepest sympathies to the Flemming family in you time of sorrow
Pat&Bill Fenton

December 12, 2012

Coreen,
I had the pleasure of meeting and playing a round or two of golf with your Mom at River Oaks. I am sure she will always be with you. Kind thoughts are being sent your way.
Kathie Wheadon

December 11, 2012

Paula Isenor (Connick)

So many wonderful memories throughout my childhood of vacations, trips,the cottage at Martinique, & living next door in Shubenacadie.
It was my privilege to be Aunt Pansy's niece. She was a woman of integrity; far ahead of her time in her accomplishments & achievements.
Hers was a most impressive life, lived to the fullest.

December 9, 2012

I remember the time my son and I spent with you so many years ago and I remember the many letters you wrote me from Africa. Only wish we could have connected again,you left me many happy memories to look back on and smile.
Irene(turpel)Izzo

Irene(turpel)Izzo

December 9, 2012

Karen Zwicker

An inspirational lady who lived life to the fullest. She will be missed.

December 9, 2012

Debbie (Roger) Curry

Thinking of you all...sorry for your loss. Roger used to tell many stories from being at the cottage.

December 8, 2012

Carol Connor

Pansy, you left your footprints here and your memory will live on in the hearts of those who love you.

December 8, 2012

Sandra McNash

It was an honour and privilege to be a part of Pansy's life.

December 8, 2012

Harreson Cebiliak

Pansy's active and exuberant zest for life shall always be an inspiration and touchstone for us all.

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