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Kerrie Lynn MacKenzie
1969 - 2014
Kerrie Lynn MacKenzie
1969 - 2014
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BORN
1969
DIED
2014
Kerrie MacKenzie Obituary
45 – Middle River
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Kerrie Lynn (MacNeil) MacKenzie, age 45 of Middle River, on Monday, September 22, 2014, as a result of a motor vehicle accident.
Born August 11, 1969, Kerrie was the daughter of Jimmy Hector and Gerry (MacDonald) MacNeil of Washabuck. She worked as a hair stylist at the Alderwood Rest Home in Baddeck for the past 26 years.
Along with her parents, Kerrie is survived by her loving husband Sandy and three cherished children; Emma (Nolan) Fraser, Margaree; Carter and Kailyn, at home; granddaughter "Nanny's little puddin" Paityn; sister, Juanita (Kevin) MacNeil; mother-in-law Joan MacKenzie; sister-in-law, Jean (Donnie) MacDougall; brothers-in-law Carl (Julia), David (Annette); nephews, Curtis (Allison), David, Ryan, Miguel, Rowan, Joe, Ryan; nieces, Jenna, Quinn; great niece Eilidh; great nephew Finley and many special aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.
Kerrie was predeceased by her father-in-law, Allister MacKenzie and two brothers, James and Sheldon both in infancy.
Devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, nanny and a true friend to so many, Kerrie will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all. Her smile could brighten any room. Kerrie's greatest pleasure came from spending time with her family and friends, laughing and telling stories. She could often be found cheering on her children in rinks, soccer fields and basketball courts.
Arrangements are under the direction of T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Visitation will be held Friday, September 26 from 2-9 pm in Farquharson Memorial Presbyterian Church, Middle River, where we will also hold a celebration of Kerrie's life on Saturday, September 27 at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Baddeck Academy Sports Council, PO Box 310 Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com
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Cathy (MacNeil) MacKenzie
October 1, 2014
Sending my deepest sympathy for the devastating loss of Kerrie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My heart is broken. Such a beautiful family.
September 30, 2014
My deepest sympathy goes out to all your family during this difficult time. God love you all!!
September 28, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all the family on the loss of this wonderful lady! Our prayers and thoughts have been with all of you since we heard about this tragedy. Cecil, Jaye, Logan & Morgan Morrison, Whycocomagh
Bonnie MacKenzie
September 27, 2014
I was thinking of everyone today, sorry I couldn't be there. My heartfelt condolences to Jimmy, Gerry, Sandy and family. She was an amazing lady and will truly be missed. She will be remembered for a lifetime. xo
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Heather and Gary Gomuwka
September 27, 2014
Sandy and family,
We share your sorrow on this very sad day and pray that you will find comfort
in your faith, that you will be together again
in the faces of her children, as she lives on,
in memories, that are yours to cherish
and in the love of your family and friends who are there to stand by you.
Kerrie was truly a lovely person who made a difference in so many lives. She was loved and will be missed.
Sending our sincere condolences.
alexander pardoe
September 26, 2014
our deepest condolences to sandy and family for your tragic loss. thoughts & prayers are with u god bless.alexander pardoe samanthaðan. bucklaw
Sharon&Michael MacNeil
September 26, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to all of Kerrie's family.We were so sad to hear of her sudden passing.She was such a beautiful person.She was always smiling.Im sure she is with the angels watching over all of you.
Jenny (Grant) Young
September 26, 2014
Sandy and family, so very sorry for you all with this sudden unimaginable tragedy. My thoughts are with everyone near and dear to Kerrie's heart. My Grandma in Alderwood thought very highly of her and spoke of her often.
Lidia Kwiatkowska
September 26, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you for your tragic loss. Our deepest condolences. Lidia Kwiatkowska and BMO family team, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Robert and Jeanie MacKinnon
September 26, 2014
Our deepest condolences to Jimmy, Gerrie, Juanita and all Kerrie's family on your devastating loss. Praying you feel Gods' comfort all around you .....
Florence Macdonald
September 26, 2014
Sandy, our sincere condolence to you and all the family. Such a heartbreaking tragedy.
David and Florence Macdonald
(Blues Mills/ Whycocomagh) Fort McMurray
September 26, 2014
We are truly saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our hearts go out to the MacKenzies and MacNeils. We will keep you all in our prayers. Carmel and Blair MacDonald
September 26, 2014
Sad news. Jackie and James send our prays to both families. We did not know her well but new her mom and dad.god bless her and her famile .i hope they can find some comfort from all the people around them God bless you all a pray will be said for all.
September 25, 2014
Sandy and Family - We are so sorry to hear of your tragic loss of a wife, mother, grandma, daughter, sister, friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow and suffering.
Blessings, Ed and Darlene Birt, Baddeck
Trevor Swim
September 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss.kerrie was a wonderful woman and will always be remembered.
Kimball Kerr
September 25, 2014
Very sorry to hear about this .I knew her even before Sandy met her .Many years ago when none of us were thinking about families .But I was still living in Baddeck when her and Sandy met ..They were very happy together .I wish i was closer to Cape Breton right now ,so I could express my condolences in person .I feel very sorry for Sandy and his small family
Kimball ,Tammy Kerr & Family
Belle MacDonald
September 25, 2014
Please accept my deepest condolences. I remember Kerrie as someone who could light up a room. God bless your whole family and friends.
Karen Wright
September 25, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Teresa Micchia-Lafreniere
September 25, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the MacKenzie Family during this very difficult time.
Micchia-Lafreniere Family
Pat MacKinnon
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family, my sincere sympathy to you. Shocked to hear about Kerrie's passing. I knew Kerrie for years and cant remember her not smiling. You have many good memories and pictures. Such a beautiful woman. God bless you all.
September 25, 2014
Sandy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. Conrad and Karen Burton
Joe & Dot Gillis
September 25, 2014
So shocked to hear of Kerri's sudden death. I did not know her but to Jimmie and Jerry my profound condolence. RIP Kerri.
Joe & Dot Gillis (Bellingham, Mass. )
September 25, 2014
Dear Sandy, Emma, Carter and Kailyn,
we are deeply sorry for your loss. We were lucky to get to know Kerrie over her many years of camping with us. We will always remember her as a very happy, beautiful and caring person. We were specially delighted to share her joy of becoming a grandma with her while camping on the Canada Day weekend. We will miss her very much.
All the best,
Wolf, Monika, Daniel & Stefanie Schlemmer
Baddeck Cabot Trail Campground
September 25, 2014
Jimmy, Gerry and families, Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of great sorrow. Bill,Mary Lou Townsend Nicholson, Kelly, Jennifer,and Mary Beth.
Kelly Ashton
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family,
So very saddened to hear of Kerrie's passing.May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dianne Connick
September 25, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to all. So so sorry Jimmy and Gerry.
Peggy MacIntyre
September 25, 2014
There are no words that could adequately express my sincere sadness on hearing of Kerrie's passing. I remember her beautiful smile and kind,friendly nature when I taught her in Jr. High many years ago.My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of profound sorrow.May God give you strength and consolation as you mourn the loss of one you loved so dearly.Rest in Peace Kerrie in God's loving arms.
Dianne Warren
September 25, 2014
Dear Jimmy & Gerry, I am heartbroken for you and all of your family to hear this tragic news.Prayers of comfort going out to all.Please accept my deepest, sincere condolences for this tragic loss.
Alastair Gillis
September 25, 2014
My deepest sympathy to family and loved ones. Such a sad event.
Cathy Stockley
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family,
I was very saddened to hear about Kerrie's sudden passing. Kerrie truly was a beautiful soul. I remember Kerri for her smile and for her thoughtfulness – always accommodating and kind. I know how close your family is and know that love and strength will help you during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue & Art Publicover
September 25, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss Sandy.Our heart breaks for you and your children at this very difficult time. Prayers to you and all the extended families. May God Bless you and give you strength, courage and guidance in the days ahead.
cheryl canning
September 25, 2014
Darren, Cheryl and Morgan Canning wish to convey our deepest sorrow and condolences to all the family and friends of Kerry. She will be remembered always.
Charlie & Bernadette Johnson
September 25, 2014
Dear Sandy & family, Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear of Kerri's passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Charlie & Bernadette Johnson, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia
Jenna Bennett
September 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss, sending condolences and lots of love to the family.
Dennis Tobin
September 25, 2014
So sad to hear of your terrible loss our thoughts are with you God bless you and your family
alexina sampson
September 25, 2014
so sorry for your loss!
September 25, 2014
Our heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead,so sorry for your loss.Shirley and Keshia
Gerard MacNeil
September 25, 2014
Jimmie and Gerry,
My sincere condolences to you and all the family on the loss of your daughter.
May you draw a good measure of comfort in the knowledge that she touched and enriched in such a positive way, the lives of so many people. I pray that you will receive the strength from God to support each other and Kerrie's family in the difficult days ahead.
With thoughts and prayers,
Nat and Sandra Sapach
September 25, 2014
Nat and I send our deepest condolences to all families involved at this very sad time.
Cassandra Yonder
September 25, 2014
Thinking especially of Kailyn who is in my daughter's class at school and wishing all the love and support in the world for her as she enters her teenage years. May this lovely family find peace following the tragic death of a truly beautiful woman.
Susan "Parks" Boutilier
September 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss,condolences to all the family.
September 25, 2014
Sandy sorry to hear of Kerrie's passing, our prayers are with you and your family .God Bless
Steve and Joan Churney ,Glace Bay
September 25, 2014
Sandy & Family
So sorry to hear about Kerrie.
Mae & Nelson Poole
Helen Burton
September 25, 2014
So heart breaking as a mother of a 46 year old daughter I can't imagine your loss..God bless you all at this very difficult time in your livies......Helen Burton St. Margaret's Village..<3.
Florence Hannem
September 25, 2014
So very sorry for your loss, God bless
Gordon / Sherry MacRae
September 25, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss of an amazing women , she will be greatly missed.
Kim Garland
September 25, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Sandy.
September 25, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the family .Jean and Joseph Mac Neil. Iona.
Barbie ,Brad MacRae
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family so sorry to hear of Kerries passing our condolences to you during this difficult time
Paul and Angie Williamson
September 25, 2014
Dear Sandy and family,
Were so sorry to hear about your dear wife. Please know your in our thoughts and prayers at this truly sad time.
william Higgins
September 25, 2014
To Sandy and Family, our sincere condolences on your tragic loss at this very difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
Bill and Marie Higgins, Christmas Island.
Emily Swim
September 25, 2014
Sandy and Family
I would like to send my love and support at this time for your family. Kerrie was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. I still remember living in middle river and coming over to the farm and getting my haircut. Rest in peace kerri heaven has received another angel that will always be watching over her family and
friends. Xoxo
Connie Phillips
September 25, 2014
I feel There are no Words that can say how Tragic this is!May you be comforted knowing many community's Thoughts and Prayers are with you.I wish we had a choice in life but we don't! She is an Angel now and on Earth -Love Brian Connie and Girls.
September 25, 2014
Dear Curtis & Allison: I am so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your precious Aunt. Such a most difficult time for all, Sandy and family. I will be praying for you all.
Frank & Joan Corbett
Marilyn, Greg & Grayden Weir
September 25, 2014
Sandy, we were so very saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Mary McLeod
September 25, 2014
Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary McLeod
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family we are sending you and the family our deepest condolences . Kerrie will definitely be missed by everyone who knew her.Edward, Tammy and Haleigh Newell
Kate Oland
September 25, 2014
When I was new to the community, with three small children, Kerrie was one of the first people to reach out to me. She would come into my home to cut hair - but her visits always meant so much more than just a hair cut. She really had a calling in her work - and she brought a lot of kindness and gentleness into what she did. Over the years, we chatted a lot about our children and our lives. She was just bursting with love for her children, and so proud of all of you in everything you did. She also talked about how much she loved working at Alderwood, and I know that her work there had a therapeutic effect on the residents that went far beyond esthetics. Kerrie was such a genuine, good, and kind person, with never a bad word about anyone. Her quiet ways and work made a tremendous difference to many communities. Our family is so very sorry for your loss.
Myrna Pointkoski
September 25, 2014
To the family, we are sadden by the news of your sudden tragic loss. We remember Kerrie as one who provided very special hair care for my mother Helen (Rod C) MacNeil. There was always excitement and anticipation in the old Barra Glen farm house on the days when Kerrie was scheduled for a visit and a new hairdo. Our prayers are with her and with you the family.
Myrna and Randy Pointkoski (Christmas Island)
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Kathy,Clair and Katie Reashore
September 25, 2014
Sandy and family-sending our sincere, heartfelt condolences to you all for your tragic loss.
Jennifer & Andrew Morrison
September 25, 2014
So many fond memories sitting at games, at the rink and on the court. A special angel watching over all of you. my deepest sympathies. Praying for strength and hope for all of Kerrie's children, for Sandy and her family and friends.
September 25, 2014
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WILL MISS SEEING HE SMILING FACE AT ALDERWOOD. SHE WAS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL. GOD BLESS YOU AND SURROUND YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME .
Anthony MacNeil
September 25, 2014
My deepest sympathy to Jimmy,Gerry,Juanita,Sandy and all there children and family for there great loss! She was a great person and always had the biggest smile. The best hairdresser in Cape Breton and will be greatly missed by all. RIP Kerri ?
September 24, 2014
Sandy, I am so sorry for your trouble. I was shocked and saddened when I heard about what happened to Kerrie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ann MacKenzie
Big Beach
Angela Sim (Hanam)
September 24, 2014
Sandy and family, I was very saddened to hear about Kerrie's sudden passing. My deepest condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time. Thinking of you all.
September 24, 2014
Dear Sandy and Family: We were so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless! Sincerely, Mary and Louis xo
Laura & Derek Macfarlane
September 24, 2014
Heartbreaking ! In all the years I knew Kerrie I never once saw her without a smile on her face. She was beautiful inside and out.
DanJoseph & Charlene MacNeil
September 24, 2014
Heartfelt sympathy to everyone, Kerrie was truly a special person, never saw her without a smile , how nice to remember,she was as beautiful inside as she was outside.You have that to cherish along with all her memories. We are all so sad for all of you , God Bless DanJoseph Charlene & family
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