Whitney Pier
May 27, 1938 – April 21, 2025
It is with the deepest sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Thelma Barrington at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Monday, April 21, 2025. Mom passed peacefully and surrounded by her family.
Born in Sydney, Thelma was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (MacNeil) Flynn.
Thelma is survived by her husband of 67 years, Robert W. Barrington; daughters, Lorna (Cletus) Hallahan, Anita (Dan) Harris, Linda, Elaine, and her son, Keith (Carol Lee); grandchildren, David M. Barrington, Cathelene Hallahan, Mary Hallahan, Amanda Hallahan, JoAnn Hallahan, Michelle (Tommy) Harris, Daniel Harris, Mark Barrington, Brian (Melissa) Barrington, and Holly Barrington; great-grandchildren, Keegan, Kameron, Anna, and Emma Barrington, and Lauren Hemmings, Caoimhe and Connor Flood.
Mom was predeceased by her sisters, Cecelia (Johnny) Ferris, and Lillian Flynn; her son-in-law, Eric Sheppard, and grandson, Bruce Barrington.
Mom worked for 42 years with Bob as owners/operators of LeBlanc Printing, Victoria Rd, Whitney Pier.
Mom’s love is her legacy. Caring for her family was her purpose. Mom was known for her wonderful cooking, baking and beautiful decorating for all occasions. She loved life. Her smile was contagious…a beautiful woman in every way.
Mom will be deeply missed.
Special thank you to Dr. Glen Worth, Dr. Hebb, and all the Health Care professionals and caring staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their care given to Thelma.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Thelma Barrington will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Friday, April 25, 2025. 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 Jane Keller LLWL officiating. Private family interment will take place at a later date.
Donations in memory of Thelma 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
Lorna, Anita, Linda, I wish your family love and peace during this time. I cherish the memories of our youth, and those special times at your family home which your mom opened readily for a bunch of Ashby brats.
From: Dave Wambolt
Anita and family, please accept my deep condolences on your mom’s passing. I feel lucky to have met her and have a chat with her back in February. I know she will be missed by you and all of your family. I also know you have many treasured memories. God bless.
From: Anna Mae
Tony and I send our condolences to the entire Barrington family on the passing of Thelma. I remember many days going to school and dropping into the printing shop just to say hello. A great lady and will be missed.
From: Helen and Tony Szucs (Rozicki)
Dear Bobbie and family,
We were so sad to hear of Thelma’s passing. She was a lovely kind lady who will be missed by anyone who knew her. You were an inspiring couple who made many memories together. May your memories live on in the hearts of you Bobby and your loved ones.
Sincerely, Donnie and Julie Barrington
Bob and family , I am so sorry.to hear of Thelma’s passing she was so nice and kind to everyone , My sincere condolences to all the family .
From: Carl Rudderham
Our heart aches for you and your family, Anita!! She was such a special lady and it was a privilege to know her!
From: David and Alyce Parkes
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thelma will surely be missed by all who had the honor of knowing her. May she rest in peace.
From: Elsie (Williams) and Fred Furlong
Dear Bob and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Thelma’s passing. She was a wonderful person and we go back many years.
My deepest sympathy to you all.
Bobby my sincere condolences to you the girls and Keith. Thelma was a beautiful soul whom I remember with such a warm heart. She was always so beautiful one of the most beautiful to grace St.Anne’s Street. Thank you for the beautiful memories of growing up next door to your family .RIP
So so sorry to hear of Thelma’s passing. She was a beautiful lady and had an amazing smile. Anita and family, my deepest sympathies to you all.
Barry
Dear Bob and Family, Please accept our sincere condolences at this difficult time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Murdoch&Lynn Mooren
So sorry to read of your mother’s passing. Condolences to all your family.
Barrington Family .
I am deeply saddened to hear of Mrs Barrington s passing . She was truly a beautiful woman . May she rest in Love and Peace
Keith and Family,
So sorry for your loss….Condolences to the entire family.
Thinking of all of you at this time of sorrow. I heard so much about this incredible woman that I felt like I knew her. I’m sad I never got to meet her but I see her every day from the love that my Mary gives to her grandson. Lots of love and prayers.
To all Family & Friends, a beautiful lady, she will be missed. 💐💐Deepest sympathy to all.
Hugs 💕
A.F.F.A.
Doddy & Bobby Keel
What wonderful memories I have of Thelma – never to be forgotten – May Thelma Rest In Peace ✌🏾❤️
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to Thelmas family and friends. A wonderful person who will be missed.
Bob and family: thoughts and prayers are extended to Thelma’s family and friends.
Our deepest sympathy to Anita and family.Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
To Bob and Family
Our sincere condolences on your loss.
So sorry to hear of your loss . My condolences to the family .
Deepest sympathy and prayers going to you all. Beautiful memories of your family, indeed, she was a lbeautiful lady.
My deepest condolences to Bob and family. Thelma was a beautiful lady . May she Rest in Peace.
Dear Bobby and family my sincere condolences on the passing of Thelma she was a beautiful woman God bless you and your family amen 🙏 ❤️
My sincere condolences to the family so very sorry for your loss
Barrington Family, We are very sad to hear of Thelma’s passing. She was a lovely lady. Prayers to you all.
Barrington family, Our deepest condolences to you all for your loss.Thoughts and prayers of comfort for you .
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Barrington. My deepest condolences to Linda, Anita and family. She was such a lovely lady and will be remembered fondly.
Sending my deepest sympathy to all her family and friends. So sorry for your loss.
Very sad to hear of the lose of your mom. Mine and Blairs prayers go out to you and your family.
Dear Lorna and Anita, along with all your siblings, my heartfelt condolences. The obituary is lovely capturing the essence of your mom.
My sister Suzanne sent it along to me. It remind me of the memories created as children. Warm wishes, Lynn Briand
I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My heart goes out to the entire family on your loss.
My sincere condolence to you and your family
To Anita and the Barrington Family we offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother.
Barrington Family:
So very sorry to read of your mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers offered at this difficult time.
Dave and Mary French
Deepest Condolences to all of thelma s family She was The Sweetest Lady ..🙏❤
Elaine and family
So sorry for your loss
Prayers go out to you and your family
Colleen Organ
What a beautiful obituary for such a sweet lady! She was so pleasant and easy to tease! Your loss is great! God rest her dear soul and comfort you all with your precious memories!
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE BARRINGTON FAMILY….YOUR MOTHER WAS A SWEET LADY ….MAY SHE REST IN PEACE …
Ahhh… Anita, so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Sending hugs and all my love dear friend.
To Bob and family,I am saddened to hear of your beautiful Thelma’s passing.She was a very sweet lady with a beautiful smile,always so pleasant to talk to.She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thelma will be sadly missed by all who had the honor of knowing her. May she rest in peace.
Bob and family so sorry to hear of Thelma’s passing , she was such a nice kind person . She will be missed for sure .
My sincerest condolences to Bob and the Family.
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Thelma’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Blaise & Shelley