Whitney Pier
With deep sadness and heavy hearts, the family of Jeanette Patricia MacIsaac regret to inform that she peacefully passed away at her home in Whitney Pier on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the age of 76, after a prolonged illness.
Born in Sydney on March 23, 1947, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Rudy and Margaret Nordine.
Jeannette will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years, Donnie; daughter, Tara (Glenn) Colbert; grandchildren, Ryan Colbert, Jesse Colbert, Michael Colbert, Lauren MacIsaac, Julia MacIsaac and Erin MacIsaac, whom Jeanette adored; siblings, Sharon (Michael) Furdas, Heather (Richard) Leonard, Valerie (Raymond) Dawe, Albert (Diane) Nordine, and Daria (Barry) McNeil; brothers-in-law, Greg (Jenny) MacIsaac, Johnny (Janet) MacIsaac, Raymond MacIsaac; sister-in-law, Faye (Alec) Hanna; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and aunts.
Besides her parents, Jeanette was predeceased by her beloved son, Jody MacIsaac.
Jeanette will always be remembered for her fun-loving nature and love for tarbish at their summer home in Mira. She had a special talent for celebrating her victories in a lighthearted way. Her ability to create memorable sing-a-longs around the campfire, particularly to ABBA songs. Additionally, she graciously hosted Christmas Eve gatherings, welcoming both extended family and friends.
Jeanette had a knack for finding great deals at Value Village and Giant Tiger, always ensuring she made the most of her shopping trips. Her sleepovers with her best friend/sisters were filled with laughter, song, and dance long into the night. She cherished family vacations and cherished moments spent driving in the car with Donnie and their beloved pet, Daisy.
Mom, you are the nucleus of our family, the core of our hearts, and the source of our strength. We will always hold you in our hearts and cherish the memories we have shared with you.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Archibald for his kindness, support, and care of Jeanette during her time of need.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Jeanette MacIsaac will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Thursday, December 14, 2023. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 1 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
Donations in memory of Jeanette 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
TO Donnie, Tara and all Jeanette’s family our deepest sympathy. May this lovely lady rest in peace.
From: Mary and Joe Matheson——– Glace Bay
Donnie and family…..so very sorry for your loss.💔 From: Judy(MacDonald) and Rene Dixon
I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO JEANETTES FAMILY ..WE WORKED TOGETER AT WITHNEY PIER MEMORIAL JR HIGH .WE HAD LOTS OF LAUGHTS .SHE HAD A HEART OF GOLD ALWAYS SMILING.SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL .AOTHER ANGEL GOT HER WINGS REST IN PEACE JEANETTE
Dear Daria,
My thoughts are with you and your entire family, especially this afternoon, and I am truly very sorry for the profound loss of your beautiful and beloved Sister, Jeanette.
Sincerely,
John
Our deepest sympathy to the Macissac family
I just sent a message about your beautiful family picture. It brought back so many memories of our families.
Jeanette was a strong,kind beautiful woman inside and out. Sending love to each and everyone of you. Wish I could be there. Love Florence Neville
Donnie and family, we are so sorry to hear of Jeanette’s passing, sending our deepest condolences to all the family. may she rest in peace..
Sending much love and sincere condolences to all the Family. We will be keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers as you make your way through the difficult days ahead. Jeannette was a pleasure to know and she will be missed by soooo many!!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
So sorry to hear of Jeanettes passing. Sincere condolences to you and your family 🙏🙏
To Tara and all of the MacIsaac family members,
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your mom, wife, grandmother and sister-in-law. Keep all of those wonderful memories of her close throughout the difficult days, weeks and months ahead. Sincerely, Genevieve + Donnie Richardson
Tara, Glen , and family
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Jeanette. Our thoughts and prayers go with you at this time.
So sorry for your loss. I have fond childhood memories of Jeannette, she always made me feel like part of the family. I’ll always remember all the camping trips and time spent with the all of you and the laughs.
Jeanette was my best friend and she will always be in my heart. To the family I send prayers and love. I will miss her so much.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you move through your sadness and grief. I have fond memories of working with Jeanette at WPM, where she provided great support for a new, young teacher. She also gave me a great friend in her daughter, Tara, for which I am endlessly grateful. May she rest in eternal peace.
Daria and family, Joe and I are sending all of our love and strength during such a loss. May your precious sister rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to the Nordine and MacIsaac families on the passing of Jeanette. May she rest in peace.
Will miss her smiling face she was always sweet and happy. Family is forever. Prayers to all the families and my love cousins Joann, Tom and Bertha ‘s daughter.
I’m so sad that Jeanette passed away:(
Dear Donnie; Tara and Jeanette’s entire family. I am deeply saddened to read about Jeanette’s passing. Jeanette had a HUGE heart and a Beautiful Soul. We first met in 1984 at the Vocational School where we trained together as Nurses. We instantly became friends; it was because of Jeanette that I was able to finish the Nursing program as she drove me to and from class and the Hospitals for training EVERY day. Jeanette would always put everyone else first. She was 1 of a kind. Sending tons of love and hugs to all of her family. Rest easy my Friend; your job in this life was WELL done xo Corinne; Raymond and Katelyn Ferguson
So sorry to hear of jeanette’s passing. She was a very lovely lady always kind and caring . I remember the camping trips up in Broad Cove when we were little. She was always so welcoming to me and i never forgot that, she was like a 2nd mom to me when i was little.Sorry to you all for your loss.
Donnie, Tara ,Sharon, Heather, Valerie, Daria, Albert, My heart felt condolences to you all. I met Jeanette through her wonderful sister Calerie and our paths crossed several times in life. What a great void there will be in your family and the community. So many memories I have of Jeanette. Lots of laughs and oh the great Christmas parties. I also had the privilege of knowing Jeanette’s parents Rudy and Margaret. We were blessed for having known her. I will be praying for you all !
To all of Jeanette’s family, please accept my sincere sympathy.
I didn’t have the priveledge of knowing Jeanette personally, but her sister and my good friend Heather told me so many stories of their times together I did feel like I knew her. Jeanette’s passing will leave a huge void in her family’s lives. May you draw strength from all of your wonderful memories.
I am so sorry to hear of Jeannette’s passing. I have such cherished memories of my cousin Jeannette who would babysit us when we were young! Many great memories spending time with my Nordine cousins. Sending prayers and love to her family at this difficult time.
Tara and all of Jeanette’s family…….I am so sorry to hear of Jeanette’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. I am not in Canada at the moment so will miss her funeral but I will keep both her and all of your family in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss. I remember her as a child and she was such a beautiful soul.
Donnie and family, my sincere condolences on the loss of Jeanette! May all your memories ease your heart break!! RIP Jeanette🙏🙏
Donnie & Family,
Sending my deepest sympathy at this time.
Loved my teenage chats with Jeanette, we looked up to her for good advice. She was such a lovely lady & a wonderful friend.
Hugs💕💕💕
A.F.F.A.
Doddy
So so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to the families.
Lauren, Julia, Erin and family so very sorry to hear of your grandmother’s passing please take comfort in your many happy memories. With deepest sympathy. Donna & Nick Rutherford
My deepest condolences to Tara and her family as well as Valerie Dawe and her sisters.
Donnie & Family I am sorry for your loss.fJeanette must have
been a wonderful person. I think Donnie you may be my cousin. If you are AlexAngus Macisaac’s son.
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May Jeanette rest in peace.
Donnie and family we are sorry for you loss ,i had lots of fun with her and the family when i was a young girl. jeanette always was willing do do special things for me like sharing make up ,skating on their backyard rink .She was always thoughtful of others She will be truly missed by me and many others with love cousin Marilyn and family.
I would like to offer my sympathy to all who shared a special relationship with Jeanette and her family.
The Nordine home was one of my special places. Jeanette
Taught me how to dance. She loved to laugh, always kind and had a twinkle in her eye.
Grief is the final gift of love that her family has to offer her at this time.
Know that others share in your grief.
Bonnie (Besso) Nicholson
Sincere condolences for your loss. Jeanette was a cousin on the Farrell side (her mother Margaret) and my mom were close friends. I spent
many days at their home as a child. Please know I am unable to attend the wake and funeral I will be in Alberta. I will keep your family in my prayers. Sincere sympathy Dianne Colford MacAskill
So very sorry for your loss. I never made the connection until this moment that I had the pleasure of knowing 3 generations of Nordines.Tara I know this is a great loss to you,your father & all your family.Please share my condolences to your extended family in particular your son Michael,Albert & Heather.Hopefully see you Out on the best part of the Mira- Victoria Bridge this summer.
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends.
So sorry to learn about Jeanette’s passing. My condolences Donnie and family, prayers for strength going out to you. Hopefully you have lots of great memories to keep Jeanette’s spirit with you always. Hugs xo Anita