Obituary of Lyla Roy MacIntosh

Lyla Roy MacIntosh, 92 of Stellarton, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2020. Born in Westville, Lyla was a daughter of the late Archibald and Margaret (Wood) Hubley. Lyla graduated from Teacher’s College and began a 16-year teaching career, in Dartmouth, as well as schools in Pictou County. After marrying Roddie, she left teaching to focus her time as a loving, stay at home mother to their two boys. She was a resident of Stellarton for 58 years, during which time she was a member of Sharon St. John Church, where she was active in the church group for many years; a member of the local Rebecca lodge, the Stellarites Dance group and the CN Bowling League. Lyla is survived by her sons Glenn (Angela), Stellarton and Ian (Krista), Stellarton; grandchildren Dylan, Ethan, Brooke and Evan; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband C. Roderick MacIntosh; sisters Berna Kearns, Lois Baillie, twin sister Willa Aggett and Margaret Armstrong. A committal service will take place in Hopewell Cemetery at a later date. Donations in memory of Lyla can be made to the Alzheimer Society, Glen Haven Manor, or to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow. Special Thanks to the caregivers at Glen Haven Manor, who provided such exceptional care and compassion during Lyla’s stay. www.angusfuneralhomes.com