Sydney
On Friday, July 21, 2023, this beautiful soul, Mary Keough, was called to heaven after a short illness.
Born in Sydney on September 5, 1937, Mary was the daughter of the late John and Anna Mae (Leslie) Wylde.
Mary was happily married to Joe, the love of her life for 66 years. They lived in the Pier in their early years and then Westmount and finally in Sydney River. Mary was a loving and devoted mother to her three sons.
Mary will be always remembered as the stylish lady with the purple streak on the side of her impeccably styled hair. Mary was a hard worker all her life, working until just three years ago. She worked for Dominion Stores as head cashier, Best For Less, Jacobson’s Ladies Wear and lastly, Nygaard until it closed.
Being surrounded by family and spoiling them with food and treats was what Mary loved most. Every occasion was a reason to celebrate, and her home was always beautifully decorated to mark any event. Family, friends, and coworkers thought the world of her and her kind loving nature.
In their early years Mary and Joe were avid bowlers and enjoyed travelling to tournaments with their teammates. Later they became Snowbirds, spending winters in Florida. Most recently they have been content driving around Cape Breton and to Halifax.
Left to mourn Mary, are her husband, Joseph; sons, Brian (Liz), William ‘Billy’, and Tim; grandsons, Chris (Alex) Keough, Ryan (Chelsea) Keough and Adam Mahar; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Carter, Brantley, Palmer, Lenna, Emma and Ellie; brother, Tom (Brenda) Wylde; daughter-in-law, Emily Keough; brother-in-law, Dave Nearing; nieces and nephews, Pat, Ray, Jane and Vincent Kennedy, and Kelly Wylde.
Besides her parents, Mary was predeceased by her mother-in-law, Jenny Keough; in-laws, Marie and Ray Kennedy; niece, Theresa Wells and nephew, Casey Wylde.
The Family would like to thank Dr. Glen Worth, Shannon Worth and staff, the amazing staff of Unit 4C and Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
As per Mary’s request there will be no visitation and a memorial Mass will be held in Holy Redeemer Church at a later date when she is reunited with her husband, Joe.
Donations in memory of Mary may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Joe, Tim, Billie and Brain ,Tom and families I am so very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. A lot of great times were shared with Mary on our trips to Toronto and Montreal. WE shared many great times together .Memories are Gods gift to us and I will cherish those .Til we meet again sweet lady. Deepest sympathy .
From: Starla & Barry Costello
Joe and family, so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.
From: Jackie and Bruce Matthews.
To Mary’s family my deepest sympathies! Just visiting from Ontario was very saddened to hear of her passing. One of my favorite sales lady…very lovely and kind
From: Barbara Berger ( Mulvihill)
Sincerest condolences to Joe & family & Tom & family!
From: Rita & Mike MacIsaac
My heart broke when I heard the news of Mary’s passing. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. I’ll always remember how much she spoiled us girls at Nygard with her treats. She was an absolute joy to work with and became a life long friend to me. Taylor and I will miss our visits on Halloween every year where Mary would have a special treat bag made up just for Taylor. My condolences to Mary’s family for your loss. She was definitely one of a kind❤️
From: April Serroul and Taylor Mozvik
Joe and family, my heart is broken to hear of Mary’s passing! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
RIP Mary
Linda xo
From: Linda Smith
Joe & Family, so shocked to hear about Mary’s passing, she was a wonderful lady and was like family to Debbie and I. Deepest condolences from our family to yours, our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
From: Gary & Debbie Chew
A “beautiful soul” indeed, my deepest sympathies to Joe, Brian, Chuck, Timmy and all. God bless.
From: Paul
So sorry for your loss. Mary was a beautiful lady. She sure will be missed by all her family.
From: Lisa Bonaparte
Joe and family, Please accept my most sincere condolences on Mary’s passing. She was a wonderful lady! May she Rest In Peace.
From: Susan (Malcolm McKay) George
Tom and Brenda- We are very sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
From: Gary and Elaine Evely
I’m so sorry to hear about Mary. She was a wonderful kind woman who always made everyone feel welcome. She will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear if Mary’s passing she hired me at Dominion Store she was a great lady
My sincere sympathies to the family. She had a way of making you feel very comfortable whenever you met her.
She and Joseph were always bright sparks of light at the YMCA pool. Their wonderfully cheerful demenour was always a great sight to see, as well as Mary’s purple hair!
I, as well as everyone at the YMCA, will miss Mary. It just won’t be the same there without her.
My heart is broken to hear this. Mary was such a kind, considerate soul and will be missed enormously. Always a smile and a story to tell. Rest in peace sweet Mary.
We were so blessed that our daughter Alex married into the Keough family. They all made her feel at home and loved. Mary and Joe are held so dear in our hearts and our hearts are broken with Mary’s passing. It still seems so surreal. We will miss her tremendously. She always had a smile and a hug for us. We love you Mary. May you Rest in Peace🙏
Awh. Its extremely sad to hear that Mary passed away. She was a sweet soul. My deepest condolences. Rest in peace.
Mary was the light of the family she will be missed by many so sorry for your loss
I am so sorry to hear about Mary’s passing. Mary was one of the sweet people I had the pleasure of meeting at the YMCA. She will be missed dearly by everyone who had the honour of knowing her. Our deepest sympathy to Joe and family.
Sending my deepest sympathy to
all family 💕💕💕💕& friends of a truly remarkable lady. Her darling niece Theresa was a best friend & loved Mary & Joe so much. Thinking of everyone at this most difficult time.
Hugs & A.F.F.A.
Doddy
I am so very sorry to read of Mary’s passing. My condolences go out to her family and friends.
Mary was a wonderful lady whom I have known for many years going back to Dominion Store days.
Shocked and heart broken hearing of Mary’s passing. My deepest condolences to the family on the loss of a great woman. .
My condolences to her family , also Tom And Brenda, big hugs, as Mary was so fond of giving them. She was always full of life! Such a beautiful lady ! Rest in peace Mary
Joe and family, we were so saddened to hear of Mary’s passing. Rose and Abbie enjoyed their time so much with you both as did anyone who knew Mary. The comments we read of Mary being the light of their day ring so true to us. She made one feel they were the center of attention when ever meeting her. May your loving memories sustain you in this time of mourning. Hugs and prayers, Donna and Sandy.
So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Your family will miss her however what a great life she lived. The family and community will feel this loss
SO SORRY TO HEAE OF MARY PASSING.SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL LADY.I GREW UP WITH MARY AND JOE IN GOOD OLD WHITNEY PIER.MAY SHE REST IN PEACE. TOM (NIPPER) & LILLIAN O’FLAHERTY KINGSTON ONTARIO.
To Joe, Brian, Bill, Tim, Tom and Brenda and families. Very sad to hear of the passing of Mary. Mary was always a gracious lady with a big smile and will be remembered with fond memories.
Michael and Carol AuCoin
So sorry to read of Mary’s passing. She was indeed a classy lady who always greeted folks with her wonderful smile and personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’m am so truly sorry for your loss. I thought the world of Mary, we stayed in touch over the years. We enjoyed working together at Jacobson’s Ladies Wear, so many great memories and laughs. May your memories warm your hearts.
With deepest sympathy, Gerry Campbell & family
Joe, Brian, Billy, Tim and all the extended family; my deepest sympathies on the loss of Mary. Having grown up on Catherine Street it was always a pleasure to see Mary and get a wave and hello from her. May your memories of Mary give you comfort over the coming days.
Sorry to hear of Marys passing. I worked with Mary many years ago at Dominion Store . Condolences to all her family
So sorry, Joe, to hear about Mary. She was a wonderful person and you were a match made in heaven. Sending condolences to you and your family, with lots of hugs!!
Marlene and Sheldon MacInnes
East Bay/Big Pond
So very sad to hear of Mary’s passing. Not only was Mary a distant cousin she and Joe were great neighbours in the Pier. She will be missed by so many. R. I.P. Mary.
Joe, I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She has been a friend for many years, especially during the time we lived on Catherine St. My sincere condolence to you and your family.
I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. We bowled together many years ago. She was the sweetest woman and as a young bowler she was someone that always took the time to check in with me. She often talked of her family and I am sure she will be deeply missed.