Eunice Mary (Burke) Penney

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Eunice Mary (Burke) Penney on January 25, 2013 at the Maple Hill Manor, New Waterford. Born in Lingan, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Amanda (Kelly) Burke. She was a devoted member of St. Joseph's parish, Lingan, enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, was an avid reader, but most of all she loved spending time on the Mira, a place that meant so much to her. Eunice is survived by her sister-in-law Christina Burke, New Waterford, special friend and nephew, Winston (Rhona) Burke, Lingan as well as several other nieces and nephews, and many good friends. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband Tony Burke and second husband Joseph Penney; brothers Clifford, Jack, Frank and Ignatius 'Mishi'. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 30th, at 11 am in the funeral home chapel with Father Ray Huntley officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Lingan followed by a luncheon in the parish hall, Convent St. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500 To send online condolences go to: mclellanfuneralhome.com