Pamela Jean "Pam" Brown – 52, Upper Onslow, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2017, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, following a lengthy illness. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of Margaret Viola (Wright) Rushton, Upper Onslow, and the late Stanley Roy Rushton.

Pam worked as a dispatcher for Layton’s Taxi and then went on to form Truro Taxi with her husband, Norman. She absolutely loved to travel and her favourite places were South Carolina and Prince Edward Island and she was known for her delicious carrot cakes. An avid animal lover, she will be deeply missed by her feline companion, Percy.

Along with her mother, Pam is survived by her husband, Norman; step-children, Keith Brown, Tracy Brown (Paul Chatfield), Reta (Greg) Cream, all of Truro; step grandchildren, Christian and Dillan Brown and Brayden and Keenan Cream; brother, Dale (Freda) Rushton, Truro; sisters, Marilyn Rushton, Halifax; Wade (Kelly) Rushton, Truro Heights; David (Sue) Rushton, Bridgewater; several nieces and nephews. Along with her father, she was predeceased by her sister, Debbie.

Honouring Pam’s wishes, a private family interment will be held in Onslow Island Cemetery. If so desired, donations in her memory to Colchester SPCA are welcomed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing Pam’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com