Sydney
Our beloved Mama, Ann Marie (Snow) Peters of Sydney, passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2025, at the age of 90, following a brief illness.
Born on April 21, 1935, in Sydney, Marie was the daughter of the late Bernard and Sarah (Norcott) Snow. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend – her life grounded in faith, family, and a lifelong passion for education.
She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Abe Peters; children, Reg (Trish Larade), and Ann Marie (Peters) Baldwin (John); grandchildren, Jason Peters (Brandie), Sarah (Baldwin) Moore (Richard), Jillian Peters (Lance Laffin), Stacia (Baldwin) Gunn (Neil), and Stefanie Peters (James MacIntyre); six great-grandchildren, Josh and Bria Peters, Hannah and Ivy Moore, and Joy and Faye MacIntyre, who brought her endless joy.
Marie was predeceased by her brothers, William, Leo, and Bernie Snow, and her sister, Frances (Snow) Quinn.
Marie spent her career as a teacher, beginning in a one-room schoolhouse in Portage and retiring from Jamieson Elementary in Whitney Pier in 1992. With compassion, patience, and an unwavering belief in the power of learning, she inspired countless students and colleagues alike.
Mama was the matriarch of our family, the heart of our home, and the glue that held us together. Her love was steadfast and her wisdom deep. She had a spirited personality, a quick wit, and a sharp mind that she kept honed with the Cape Breton Post crossword puzzle, completed daily without fail.
Marie had a remarkable gift for finding joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved listening to songs around the campfire during many cherished summers with family and friends in Ben Eoin. Her laughter was contagious, her stories unforgettable, and her poetic soul ever-present.
A talented writer, Marie marked every milestone with an original poem, always signed with love as “The Idiot Poet,” a title she gave herself with pride.
Her legacy of love, kindness, and quiet devotion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Marie will be deeply missed. Each night, she would send us to bed with the words, “Sleep with the angels.” Now, when we do, we will find comfort in knowing she is among them, gently watching over us.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Ann Marie Peters will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Thursday, May 22, 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 Fr. Paul Murphy officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in memory of Marie be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton or a charity of your choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Reg and Trish and family
Ann Marie and John and family
We are sorry for
the loss of your dear Mom….
With sincere sympathy and condolences
From: Pat and Mary Larade
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.May the memories you share bring you comfort.
From: John and Valerie Macpherson
Stacia, Sarah, Ann Marie and John, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother/grandmother. I was fortunate to meet her a couple of times and remember how outgoing and social she was🩷 I will keep you all in my prayers🙏
From: Colleen (Ross) Oram
Annie, John, Abe, Reggie, Trish, and all the grand kids, great grand kid, the rest of the family and friends, I truly mourn your loss. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out, her love for her family was without denial. Her heart was warm and welcoming. Loved the Christmas plays in the basement that I was welcomed to attend. Losing a loved one is hard, but her love will live on in all of you. In your hearts, in your memories, an through what she taught you about love and family, ❤️
From: Lori Emmett
Abe, Reg, Ann Marie and family so sorry to read of Ann Marie’s passing. My memories of her in grade 6 are very vivid. Having her nephew Greg in her class made for some interesting days. Greg would try and use the fact she was his aunt only to be quickly put in his place. A great teacher. I always enjoyed running into Ann Marie and having a catch up. May the many memories comfort your loss.
From: Marilyn Morrison-Quinn
When Aunt Marie was teaching at Janieson she would often come to the house for lunch or after school between events. I loved Aunt Marie but I hated those visit. Eventually she would ask about school work or ask to see homework. Lol
We were blessed to be raised by parents who cherished family and family time together. She had summers off, fathers were laid off from the plant so off we would go. We grew up in tents together , wine, cigetteres, campfires, and freedom. What a good life she had , she gave you a long lasting gift of great memories and a moral compass that will always lead you home.
I am sad she had to leave but thrilled that she was part of.my life.
So very sorry to learn that my favorite teacher has left us, She taught at South Bar school also, where i had her teaching grade 6, that i attended, She was a gem for sure
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Marie. She certainly was a force in the world. Our days at Jamieson were the best. We were surrounded by teachers who cared for one another and it was important that the students were happy in their learning environment. Marievwas a great teacher.
Mama was such a kind and spirited soul. She was always so lovely to me and I feel blessed to have known her. Sending love and peace to the entire family. ❤️
So sorry for your loss. She will be missed.
My sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Peters.
I had the pleasure of having her teach me Grade 4 at Jamieson and Mrs. Peters always made each student feel like anything was possible.
Rest in peace Miss.
Abe, Reggie, Ann Marie and all your families. I am sorry to learn of Marie’s passing yesterday afternoon, My condolences to all of you. I will not be able to join you tomorrow to celebrate Marie’s life due to my long standing medical appointments. I will be with you in spirit as you say good bye to Marie and send her on her next journey.
Abe, Reg, AnneMarie and family. Marie was a wonderful lady. Would always speak when you ran into her. May she RIP