Viola June Blackburn – 82, Bible Hill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday morning, October 17, 2014, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born August 8, 1932, in Truro, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Muriel (Higgins) McCallum.

Viola was a teacher for 34 years and taught at East Court Road Elementary School and Bible Hill Central Elementary School from where she retired. She and her husband, Les, enjoyed traveling both locally and across the country and enjoyed numerous trips together.

Viola is survived by her husband of 58 years, Leslie "Les" Blackburn; children, Heather (David) Fisher, Masstown; Andrew (Jane) Blackburn, Clifton; grandchildren, Leigh Fisher, Gillian Blackburn; sister, Gwen Frankland, Petrolia, Ontario; brothers, Ron (Pat) MacCallum, Upper North River; Chris (Maria) McCallum, Valley, Colchester County; many nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her grandson, Mark Fisher.

Honouring Viola’s wishes, a private family service and interment has been held. If so desired, donation in Viola’s memory to Victorian Order of Nurses, IWK Health Centre Foundation or charity of choice 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 Viola’s obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com