Sydney
The family of Mary Hickman regret to announce her passing on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Mary passed away peacefully at Harbourstone Long Term Care Facility, Sydney River, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Lords Cove, Newfoundland, Mary was the daughter of the late Peter and Lucy Benteau.
Mary leaves to mourn her children, Shirley Morris, Valerie MacIvor (Joe deceased), Charlotte Harrington (John) and Susan Gillis (Danny); siblings, Louise Lyall (Ralph) and Lucy Hodge (Maurice Deceased); grandchildren, Donald MacIvor (Kim), Heather Morris, Kym Morris, Cliffton Gillis (Cheryl), Ryan Gillis (Erin), Brandon Gillis (Lisa), Erica Chiasson and nine great-grandchildren.
Mary is predeceased by husband, Norman in 2015; sisters, Emma (Casmir Harnett), Melinda (Bertram Harnett), Susan (Martin Fitzpatrick), Imelda, Mercedes and brothers, Michael (Joyce) Benteau, Leonard (Donna) Benteau and Peter (Edna) Benteau.
Mary was a member of St. Alban’s Church and AWL, who at one time held the position of President. She loved to cook and bake for all the family and relatives. She enjoyed knitting dishcloths then shared them with family and friends. Mary was a homemaker at heart.
Special thanks to the staff of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Miner’s Lane who became family to Mary and affectionately referred to her as Mother.
Memorial service to celebrate the life of Mary Hickman will be held at St. Alban’s Anglican Church, Whitney Pier, on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Jackie Warren officiating. Following the service a reception will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
Donations in memory of Mary may be made to the St Alban’s Memorial Fund or the Alzheimer Society Nova Scotia.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Shirley, I am very sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Thinking of you and your family.
From: Anna Deveaux
I would like to extend my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. May your beautiful memories bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
From: Gatha Munroe
So very sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She will always be with you in your happy memories. Take care.
From: Helen (Drovrer) Horsman
No matter our age or their age it’s difficult to lose a parent. Mary was a strong lady who did much for her church and friends. Remember the stories and speak of her often. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
From: Donna MacDonald
To the Hickman Family ! So sorry to hear the passions of your Mom . My condolences to all the family! I remember her as Aunt Mary , a kind & pleasant lady who served us many good meals when we visited the family . My thoughts & prayers to you all . Hugs ! Norma Hickman
Sincere sympathy to all the family
My sincerest condolences for the family’s loss. Such an amazing long left. Definitely a strong woman. May you find strength knowing you will meet again. Blessings
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing..Mary had a kind heart and an infectious smile.May all your fond memories help the family through this difficult time.
Mary lived next door to my mother on Steuart Street. She was so good to Mom. I loved knowing she was close by. She was so lovely . Condolences to all who loved her.
Mother dear you will be greatly missed . It was a pleasure to be a care giver of yours ..I loved you so ….
My sincere sympathy to all the Hickman family. Your Mum was a treasure – cherish the memories.
My deepest condolences, Valerie and family on you loss.
We are very sorry for your loss. Bert and Maurina Lewis
Sending loving prayers to Susan (Danny) & Hickman families.
Marilyn & Wayne Earle, St.Lunaire, NL.
To our Son in Law Brandon (Lisa) Gillis.
My loving prayers are with you. Both losing your precious nan’s in one week. My heart aches for you. We are thinking of you.
Love you
Marilyn & Wayne Earle,
St.Lunaire, NL.
To all of the Hickman Family. I am so sorry to be reading this today. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Many fond memories of Mary. She was a beautiful person.
To Brandon, Lisa and the family. Sending condolences to you all as you bid farewell to your nan.
Karen & Enos
Mary was my mother’s (Ellen Mac Cormack) next door neighbour and friend.Mary was a lovely lady and good friend to her.My deepest sympathy to her family.
Terry Keough,
Sue and the boys . I am saddened to learn of your Mom passing, May she rest in peace.
Dear Shirley…. Extending sincere condolences to you and your family on the recent passing of your dear mother. May she Rest in Peace and perpetual light shine upon her.
Bill & Martha Warren
So sorry Brandon for the loss of
Your Grandmother. Condolences to you and all your family in our thoughts and prayer’s may she RIP
Charlotte, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Sending love, hugs and prayers to you and your sisters.
Charlotte Our sincere condolences on your mother’s passing.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. She was a dedicated customer of mine. She was a lovely lady and she will be missed.