Glenda Rose Irving, 66 of Truro formerly of Kemptown, passed away unexpectedly Saturday May 15, 2021 at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre in Truro. Born in Kemptown, she was the daughter of the late David and Vesta (Perrin) Irving.
She is survived by her loving sister Helen Johnson (Aurora, Ont), sister-in law Marie Irving (Truro, NS), Diane Irving (Kingston, Ont) and brother-in-law Gary "Gable" Roode (Anne Marie), (Riverview, NB) as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Glenda was predeceased by sisters Ruby, Beulah, twin sister Linda and brothers Raymond, Warren, John and Alton.
Glenda was affectionately known as Glenny by her loving family. Glenny loved life and meeting new people. She was not shy and made friends wherever she went. She made many new friends by simply walking up to you and saying "Hello" with a big smile on her face (which automatically put a smile on your face). The next time she saw you she may not remember your name, but she never forgot a face and would introduce herself by saying "I know you".
Glenda loved many things including knitting, word search puzzles, parties, dancing, her jewelry, getting her nails done, wrestling shows, bowling, going to Camp Tignish, reminding you that her birthday was coming up, catching a nap whenever there was any kind of housework to be done, and spending time with her family.
Glenda was involved in many activities, but was especially proud of her time with the Special Olympics and loved to show you her many ribbons. She attended the Kemptown School and the Butler Center in Truro where she met many lifelong friends. She worked at the Colchester Community Workshop for many years and retired in April 2016. After her retirement, she attended the VON Day Program.
Glenda’s happiness and love of life was infectious. She showed her family and friends that it was ok to be yourself and to find happiness in the little things. She will be greatly missed by all and family gatherings will have a little less sparkle without her beautiful smile.
Thank you to Glenda’s caregivers at the Colchester Community Group Home Shelley, Darlene, Samantha, Sara, Margie, Kelly and Donna.
A special thank you to the nurses and doctors that attended to Glenda on Friday evening, the kindness, tenderness and loving care you gave her during this difficult time will never be forgotten.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall – Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro, where a private funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2021. (Webcasting of the funeral service will be available at 1:55 p.m., Thursday, May 20, 2021; click on the "Video of Funeral" icon. This link will remain active for some time after the funeral service.). DLM Candidate Sandi Irving will officiate with a private interment to follow in the Kemptown Cemetery, Kemptown. If so desired, donations in Glenda’s memory may be made to the Colchester Community Workshop.