Obituary of Jean Bernice Reid

Jean Bernice Reid 99 of New Glasgow passed peacefully on the Palliative Care Unit at St Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Jean was born in Thorburn, October 7, 1924 to parents Robert William Auld and Mae Gertrude MacInnis Auld. Jean is survived by sister Betty Lou Semple , New Glasgow, Son in-law James Borowski, Ontario, Special Friend Margaret Miller, Ontario, Grand daughters Sherry and Deanna MacKinnon, Ontario, 6 Great grandchildren, 3 Great Great grandchildren, Brother in-law, Michael Pettipas, Thorburn, Jean is also survived by many nieces and nephews. You were a pillar of strength, enduring the tremendous loss of both children, while trying to continue on your journey. Jean was predeceased by daughter Gloria Jean Borowski, Ontario, December 19, 2007 and son Raymond William Mackinnon, Ontario, May 4, 2020. Jean was also predeceased by Brother Raymond Auld, sister Pearl Munroe, Brother in-law George Munroe, Brother Frederick Auld, Sister Vera Pettipas, Brother Francis Auld, Sister in-law Muriel Auld, and Brother in-law Barry Semple. Jean was predeceased by husband William Tattrie Fraser, Brule, 2003 and husband John Robert Reid, New Glasgow, 2021. Jean’s joy was to dance and she did this well into her eighties, still wearing heels! Celebrating her 99th Birthday in October dancing the hop! Always a lady of fashion, hair done and lipstick on. She was a terrific cook and loved being in the kitchen. She was a caregiver, caring for her parents until they passed. Jean worked during the war in the Gun Shop, Trenton, and was Manageress at the National Shoe Store, New Glasgow. This incredible lady was still as sharp and witty as ever. Right until the end she shared her endless stories, and laughs. We will miss you, but you missed your children more. It is time for you to be together again. Special thank you to Dr. Gregor MacLean, for all your years of caring for Jean. Also special thank you to all the Doctors and nurses who showed Jean compassion, care and genuine kindness during her time at St Martha’s. Cremation has taken place, private burial service.