Obituary of Nora Atkins

ATKINS, Nora - Nana left us on April 24 to join her grandson, David (2010), in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. Nora, in her 84th year, beloved wife of Norman for 60 years which was just celebrated on April 22. Loving mother of Noreen (Sam), Sharon (Steve), Lynn (Don). Cherished and adored Nana to Elizabeth, Kathleen, Ian, Sarah and Rosie; brother Gerry Cyr (Bev 2010); sister-in-law Cathy Crane (Steve); sister-in-law Wendy Atkins (Harry 2016); many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends she loved deeply. Nora was born and raised in Campbellton, NB in the loving care of her parents Odina and Lucy Cyr (deceased). She graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1954 from the Hotel Dieu hospital in Campbellton and moved to St. Catharines not long after. She spent most of her professional career at the Shaver Hospital, holding many different roles and retired in 1993. Nora and Norm spent their 60 years together raising their family in their home in Port Dalhousie, travelling the world, together and with their family. When she wasn't enjoying time with her family, she was strolling the warm sun soaked beaches of Barbados, her absolute favorite place in the world. She will be remembered for her generous heart, amazing meals especially her pies, her competitive card playing, and her witty, sassy spirit. She loved us all dearly and we are all better for it. Nora’s family would like to thank all the wonderful staff that took such good care of her over the last few years. Please join us for a celebration of Nora's life at Star of the Sea Church, 34 Elgin St., St. Catharines, L2N 5G5 on Thursday April 27 at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in Nora’s name to either St. Vincent de Paul or the Shaver Hospital would be greatly appreciated by the family.