Dewar, Kathleen Edith (Davis) "Kay", age 94, of
Halifax, passed away peacefully, Sunday, December 4, 2016 at Saint
Vincent’s Nursing Home, Halifax. Kay was born in
Elmsdale, NS, on July 15, 1922 and was the daughter of the late Bert
and Mary (Murphy) Davis. Kay was raised in Truro from the age of five
weeks where she began her lifelong love affair with horses. A
well-known equestrian in both the fields of riding and judging, Kay
was a fixture at horse shows across the country. Kay continued to have
horses well into her late years. She had a deep love for all animals
and always had an array of German Shepherds, little sidekicks, and
cats in her house and barns. Kay spent her life as a dedicated
employee of Maritime Tel and Tel and retired from their employ at the
age of 65. She was an active member of the Immaculate Conception
Church, Truro, until she relocated to Saint Vincent’s
Nursing Home in Halifax in December of 2014. Kay was the last
surviving member of her immediate family.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews, and their
families;
She was predeceased by her husband Walter Emery Dewar; sister
Marie; brother Ellis Davis; brother-in-law Stanley Edwards;
sister-in-law Kathryn (Babe) Davis.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall~Varner Funeral
Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. No visitation or funeral
service by family request. A family graveside service will take place
at a later date in Robie Street Cemetery, Truro. Donations in
Kay’s memory may be made to Wayward Cats, Truro or to a
charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank the staff of Saint
Vincent’s Nursing Home for Kay’s excellent care.
She felt at home there and enjoyed their companionship. Private
messages of condolence can be sent to the family by viewing
Kay’s obituary and selecting "Send A Condolence"
at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com