Sydney
The family of Carol June Rose are saddened to announce her peaceful passing on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at the age of 86, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Carol was born in Wolfville to the late Allan and Maxine Hankey. The Hankey family also lived in Kentville, North Sydney and Sydney. She enjoyed recounting her early working days at Simpsons-Sears, Eastern Light and Power, the many happy times at Diana Sweets, and nights out with friends laughing and dancing.
A loving and devoted wife and mother, Carol is survived by her children, Kelly, Kimberly, and Paul. Nanny will be dearly missed by her granddaughter, Haylee, the apple of her eye. They were two peas in a pod. She also leaves behind her brother, Roger Hankey (Mary), Port Hawkesbury, and many nieces and nephews.
She is reunited with her parents; husband, Alfred; sister, Alana, and others she has missed over the years.
Known for her warmth, Carol also had the gift of the gab. Telling tales with family, special friends, and neighbours was a cherished activity.
Mom loved a good cup of tea, reading, gardening, and cracking puzzle books. Over the years, she connected with former classmates at Sydney Academy. She helped organize several class reunions and enjoyed reminiscing with friends, both old and new.
Carol will be truly missed and loved by her family and friends, near and far.
Special thanks to Dr. McCarville, Dr. Ernst, Cape Breton Regional Hospital ER and 3A staff, EHS members, and her long-time family doctor, Dr. Liam Orrell.
There will be no visitation for the late Carol June Rose. A private service will be held at a later date.
Donations in memory of Carol may be made to Transition House, SPCA Cape Breton or a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Condolences Kim on the passing of your beautiful Mom and to Haylee on the lose of her Nanny. Sending prayers 🙏 to both of you. xo
From: Mary Rose Murphy
To the Rose & Hankey Family, Our sincere condolences on your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time!
From: Donna & Mark MacIver
So sorry to hear about your mother. We would run into each other once in a while since she left Central St and always said we were going to get together but like most people, we never did. I regret that now. My thoughts are with you at this time.
From: Liz Dakai
My sincere sympathies to the family as you deal with this loss. I am thinking of you during this challenging time.
From: Marilyn O’Neil
Kelly and family, we are so very sorry to read of the passing of your Mom. Please accept our most sincere condolences. Sending you love and hugs.
From: Jennifer Craig & Ed Fewer
So sorry for your loss, remembering chats with Carol and Al as we were next door neighbours on Central St. Sydney. Always Great Memories!!! The Stevens Family.
From: Tommy Stevens
Our deepest condolences to the entire Rose and Hankey families . Carol was a lovely person and a joy to know.
Love to Kelly, Kim, Paul and Haylee.
Thank you so much for your support, condolences, and kind words. She always enjoyed hearing your stories. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Our deepest sympathy to Kelly, Kimberly, Paul and Haylee. She was a sweet neigbour! I loved running into her and having a great chat. She will be missed. Love, Evelyn & Clarence MacNamara
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. We all enjoyed our times on Central St. and our wonderful neighbours. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
The king family was saddened to hear of Carol’s passing. She was a true gem. We so enjoyed staying with the rose family when we would visit Sydney. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Thank you both. She enjoyed every visit with you.
Our deepest sympathy from the Stevens family from Central St. Your Mom was a wonderful neighbour and a beautiful person. Hugs to Kelly, Kim and Paul. Love from Sheila, Murdock, Katie and Andrew.
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. Central St. and our wonderful neighbours carry special memories. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
To the families of Carol, our deepest condolences. Carol had the brightest smile and sparking blue eyes.
Prayers,and hugs,
and lots of love sent to Kelly,Kimberly and Paul, and the Hanley family.
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. We always enjoyed our visits with the Spinazzola family and hearing Mom and Dad reminisce about the good old days. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Sending our love to you all. I’ll always remember how sweet and kind your Mom was to me when I first moved to Cape Breton. Didn’t we love sitting with her and just having a nice chat with some tea and sweets…..lovely memories for sure
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. You were definitely welcomed into the fold and she always enjoyed hearing about what was going on with your family. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Although I did not formally know Mrs. Rose personally, I feel like I’ve known for years thanks to her daughter Kim who is simply incredible. Only those with a beautiful heart and soul could raise a daughter with the same qualities. To you Mrs. Rose, thank you for raising and nurturing such a wonderful soul and may you rest in eternal peace. To the Rose family, my deepest sympathies and condolences go out to all of you.
Thank you, so much, Nessa. Your words are so kind and appreciated.
Condolences to the Rose family. Carol was an absolute delight and she will be missed. Allen and Coleen
Thank you so much for your support, condolences and kind words. She always enjoyed hearing what you both were up to and of course digging into your novels. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Roger and family. I was sorry to learn of your sisters passing. My condolences to all and will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time
Thank you so much for your thoughts and condolences and thinking of us at this time. Roger and Mary
Our sincere condolences to all the Rose and Hankey Families. Carol was such a friendly person and every time we saw her it was like we had only spoken the day before, where in fact it may have been as long as a year. She will be greatly missed by all.
Watson and Cathy. Thanks for your condolences and your kind reflections about Carol. Anytime that I spoke to Carol she would always ask about you and she enjoyed your conversations whenever she ran into you.
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO KELLY KIMBERLY PAUL AND HAYLEE WE ARE SADDENED TO READ OF CAROLS PASSING .OUR FRIENDSHIP GOES BACK MANY YEARS. KEEPING YOU IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS SAD TIME RIP CAROL DEEPEST SYMPATHY WAYNE & GLORIA
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. We remember our visits as kids and she so enjoyed keeping in touch over the years. We tried to reach out to let you know but we weren’t sure we had the right number. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Our deepest condolences to Kelly, Kimberly, Paul and Haylee. Carol was a very special next door neighbor growing up. I enjoyed the many chats with Carol over the years. She will be dearly missed by all.
Love Michele and Kenny Mackinnon.
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. Central St. and the wonderful neighbours will always be part of our memories. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Our deepest condolences to Kelly, Kimberly, Paul and Haylee. Carol was a very special neighbor growing up. I enjoyed the many chats with Carol over the years. She will be dearly missed.
Michele and Kenny Mackinnon
We we’re so saddened to hear of Carol’s passing. She was a one-of-a-kind gem. John and I always enjoyed staying with the Rose family whenever we went to Sydney because Carol was so welcoming. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. John and Helen King
Our deepest condolences to the Rose family. Carol was a beautiful person and wonderful neighbour. Hugs to Kelly, Kim and Paul and families. She will be missed. Love from Sheila, Murdock, Katie, and Andrew MacLeod.
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. Our time, and our neighbours, on Central St. are cherished memories. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Roger and Family,
Our sincere condolences to all . Carol was a kind and friendly person who always had a genuine interest in everyone. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Greg and Avril. Thanks so much for your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Kelly, Kimberly, and Paul
Lori, Erin and I are so sorry to hear about your mother. There were a lot of great friendships started at Simpson Sears. Our Mom always considered your mother a great friend. We fondly remember the times our families got together.
Kelly and family,
So sorry for your loss. What a beautiful tribute to your mom.
I think you have her gift of story telling because I have always love listening to you tell a tale.
While there will be moments of grief, I know there are memories to bring you joy. Let those moments heal your heart.
Love,
Ac
Thanks Ayns. Appreciate your condolences and kind words for our family. She knew our RTI family was special and was glad to meet and hear about so many of you over the years.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family
Sincere condolences Kelly, Kimberly, and Paul on the passing of your mother. Although it has been a few years since the Rose and Coleman families spent time together, we still remember all those good times we did and those visits to both homes. May all of you, including Haylee, have a bright future.
Sincerely,
Sheila and Jack Coleman, Cynthia and Deanna
Thank you so much for your condolences and kind words. There are lots of fond memories of the Rose and Coleman friendship over the years. She’ll certainly be missed.
Kelly, Kim, Paul, Haylee and Family