Obituary of Sandra Jane Kent

KENT, Sandra Jane age 72, of Stewiacke passed away Monday, January 30, 2017 peacefully at home. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Cecil and Addie (Blackmore) Currie. Sandra was a devoted mom, grandmother, sister and friend to many. She loved being surrounded by her family and friends at the family farm. She was a wonderful cook and was well known for her dinner rolls and pies. Her chocolate chip cookie tin was always full and everyone who visited looked forward to enjoying them. Sandra enjoyed playing cards, camping, sewing and knitting. She was a talented quilter. She liked music and enjoyed attending blue grass festivals. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 50 years, George “Sandy” Kent; children, Lisa (Richard) Cormier, Michael (Andrea) Kent, Patricia Verboom, Amanda Dares and Tracey Kent (Mark Gilliland); grandchildren, Aimee, Nicole, Mary, Samantha, Alex, Julia, Sarah, Emily, Jake and Wendel; sisters, Bonnie (Arthur) Redden, Wanda (Donnie) Frizzle; brother, Berton (Sally) Currie. She was predeceased by son-in-law, Jeremy Dares. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Ettinger Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held 2 pm, Saturday, February 4, 2017 at St. Andrew’s United Church, Stewiacke, Rev. David LeBlanc officiating. A reception to follow in the church hall. An interment will follow in the spring in Pine Grove Cemetery, Stewiacke East. The family would like to thank the VON and the palliative home support team for all their compassionate care. If desired, donations may be made in Sandra’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Andrew’s United Church fund or a charity of your choice. Condolences, words of comfort and memories of Sandra may be shared with the family at: www.ettingerfuneralhome.com