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Shirley Mae Edwards – Valley, passed away peacefully on her 91st birthday, Thursday, November 7, 2019, at The Mira Long Term Care Centre, Truro. Born in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Percy and Florence (Staples) McNutt.
A long-time member of Crossroads Baptist Church, she practiced her faith and had a great love for the Lord. As a homemaker, she enjoyed gardening, reading and puzzles.
Shirley is survived by her children, Darlene Robar, Truro; Marlo McFadden, Middleton; Craig Jorgensen, Ottawa; grandchildren, Jamie Robar (Marsha), Michael Robar (Tamara), Matthew McFadden (Ruth), Kate McLeod (Joel), Eryn Jorgensen; great grandchildren, Justin, Olivia, Marleigh, Vale, Anna, Mae; sister, Ruth Sutherland; brother, Ronald McNutt.
Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Viggo Jorgensen; second husband, John Edwards; sisters, Jean Weir, Dorothy Wyer; half-sister, Doris Brown; brothers, Walter McNutt, Gordon McNutt, Fred McNutt; son-in-law, Glen Robar.
Graveside interment service will be held 3 p.m., Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Crossroads Cemetery, 110 Salmon River Road, Valley, Pastor Caleb Kelly officiating.
Donations may be made to Crossroads Baptist Church, Valley.
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 Shirley’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com