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Published by Alberni Valley Times from Aug. 11 to Aug. 13, 2014.

HALEY, Maxine M. October 4, 1925 - July 26, 2014 Unexpectedly and peacefully, this loving, stubborn, creative, adventurous and strong willed woman has passed away, moving on to join those family members who have preceded her. Pre-deceased by her parents - Robert William (1978) and Maxine Thelma Thomas (1983) as well as her husband Kenneth (1980) and son Keith William Haley RPF (1987). Survived by David Kenneth Haley, RPF (Jean Rosemary) and grand-daughter Erin Jean Gavaghan (Matt Kirby) and cats Willow, Ginger and Fluffy. Also, by her sister Marguerite Godwin (Garth), sister-in-law, Catherine Haley, nieces Karen Grass (Harold), Brenda Yoshida (Vern and family), Karen Baillie (Steve and family) and Deirdre Godwin. Thanks to Dr. N Rogers for his patience and support. Thanks to the BC Ambulance Service, the nurses and doctors at Emergency of Nanaimo General Regional Hospital and the nurses, care aids and doctors on the 4th floor. You all showed good communication skill, care and respect. Service/Celebration of Life - Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Road, on Monday August 18, 2014 at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Society, Canadian Red Cross or a cat/wildlife care centre of your choice. Please visit sandsnanaimo.ca to share condolences online. Sands ~ Nanaimo

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August 20, 2014

So sorry for your loss, we all are looking forward to the day that John 5:28 comes true for all the ones we love and lost.

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Doug & Diane Eastman

August 12, 2014

David and family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a grand lady!

Patricia Grand

August 11, 2014

Rest Well, your strength and determination were catalysts for many others. Patti

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