Obituary of Susan Francis Hickey

Susan Francis Hickey, 68, Westville Road, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow, surrounded by her family.

Born in Montreal, Que., she was a daughter of the late Frank John and Margaret Mary (Saucier) Hickey.  Prior to retirement, Susan was an Occupational Health, Safety  and  Wellness, & Emergency Preparedness Manager with the Nova Scotia Health Authority. Susan was resilient and industrious person who lived her life with determination and purpose. She completed her bachelor’s degree along with several other programs while working and raising her three children. Susan enjoyed the outdoors, spending time at the camp and fishing. She relaxed listening to music, watching movies, knitting, playing cards and board games. Susan was very fond of her pets, most recently her cat, Buddy and her dog, Shadow. She cherished her children and grandchildren, never missing an opportunity to support their endeavors. Susan passes on a rich legacy of love, devotion and hard work to her children and grandchildren.

Surviving are her children, Patrick (Donna) Hickey, Westville Road; Erin (Howie) Young, Mountville; Richard (Hannah) Lann, New Glasgow; grandchildren, Parker, Jenna, Sam, Allister, and Anthony.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by sisters, Janet, and Brenda.

A celebration of Susan’s life will be held 2-4 p.m. Saturday, September 16 in P. & K. MacDonald Funeral Home, New Glasgow.  Interment will be in Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Stellarton.

Donations may be made in Susan’s memory to Pictou County SPCA or Cat Rescue Maritimes Pictou County Chapter.