Sydney
With heavy hearts, we the family, announce the passing of Jean Matilda (Lahanky) Madore on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney River.
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many, Jean was born in Whitney Pier on January 15,1935, the daughter of the late Mary (Baryluk) and Paul Lahanky.
Jean attended Holy Angels High School and began her working life at the former Naval Base in Coxheath, thereafter, spending 25 plus years of a career employed with Employment Insurance. In September 1956, Jean married Donald ‘Donnie’ Madore. Together they made their home on East Street in Whitney Pier, and later Ferndell Crescent, where they raised their family and built a life rooted in love and community.
Along with her parents, Jean was predeceased by her husband, Donald Madore; sister, Anne (Fred Mills); brother, Walter Lahanky; sisters-in-law, Gloria (Davis), Josephine (Cole), and Theresa (Dolly) (MacKinnon), and brothers-in-law, Fred Madore, Dr. Mike Madore, Dr. Pat Madore, and Eddie Madore.
Left to mourn Jean’s passing are her son, Paul (Yvonne) Madore, Middle Sackville, with grandchildren, Nicholas, Chris (Amanda), Alberta, and great-granddaughter, Addy; son, Dean (Debbie) Madore, with granddaughter, Sarah; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Jean lived a full and meaningful life, devoting many years to volunteer work at the Ukrainian Church and Hall. Alongside fellow church members, she worked tirelessly catering events, making perogies, and running bingo in support of the Ukrainian Church and community. Jean was gifted in knitting, sewing, and cooking, lovingly keeping both Italian and Ukrainian culinary traditions alive for her family. She enjoyed travel to see family and friends.
Jean appreciated the care and love from the staff at Soldier’s Cove, Kimberly Hall, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care where she resided for close to four years. A special thank you to the staff for their exceptional care and kindness.
At Jean’s request, her remains have been donated to medical research. A Celebration of Life for the late Jean Madore will be announced at a later date.
Donations in memory of Jean may be made to the Ukrainian Church, West St. Sydney, or a charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
l
Paul Dean and families. I was so very sorry to learn of your mother‘s passing. I worked with her for many years at service Canada. She was a great lady and of course I knew her from my days that I lived in the pier I’ll keep you all in my prayers at this most difficult time.
Dean and family. I am very sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Sincere condolences!