With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of our beloved mother Lucie Marguerite MacKinnon, at the age of 95, who died peacefully at the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre in Chéticamp on January 16, 2026.
Lucie was born on July 6th,1930 to Willie Maillet and Louise LeBlanc in Chéticamp, N.S.
Lucie lived a life rooted in family, faith and service. A devoted teacher for 31 years she touched countless lives with her kindness, patience and humility. She volunteered with the Sacred Heart Hospital Ladies Auxiliary and Meals on Wheels. She was a member of the church choir and a reader at Église St. Pierre.
Lucie enjoyed a good game of 200, dancing, attending Talent Night at the Doryman, music at L’AMAC and spending time with her family. She had a deep love of music and filled her home with song. She was known for lovingly preparing cherished meals for her family. Her traditional recipes will be passed along for generations. Faith guided Lucie’s life, giving her strength, comfort and purpose. She lived her beliefs quietly and sincerely, offering compassion, prayer and love to all who knew her.
Lucie leaves behind a family who adored her. She will be deeply missed by her four children; Ross (Anne Marie), Annette (Ernie), Patricia, Bonnie Jean (Jason); grandchildren, Meghan, Kyle, Christina, Jason, Katherine, Rodney, Cortney, Connor, Blair, Matthew; great grandchildren, Avalon, Brogan, Alexa, Chloe, Ava, Dustin, Chase, Carter, Emma.
Lucie was predeceased by her husband, Alexander James MacKinnon; beloved siblings, Napolean, Placide, Sr. Marie Mathilde, Jeannette, Therese; also predeceased by sons-in-law Rodrick Fiset (Patricia), William Roberts (Annette).
Our family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Amélie Maillet, the nursing staff at the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, the Palliative Care team, Dr. Ritter, and Moira Chiasson for the exceptional care shown to our mother.
Visitation will be held Monday, January 26th from 11:30am to 1:30 pm at the Chéticamp Funeral Home followed by a Funeral Mass at 2 pm at Église St. Pierre, Chéticamp with Father Douglas MacDonald presiding.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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My deepest condolences to Lucy’s family.As young children we were neighbours and she was my grade 2 teacher.I have many fond memories of that time.A kind and caring lady ,she will be missed by many.Hugs and love to you all from Ingonish.❤️🙏🏻
My sincere condolences to Lucy’s family. I have fond memories of the neighbours down the hill in Ingonish. Your mom was certainly special.
So very sorry to hear that Lucie past away. My sincere condolences to the whole Family. God is Bless to have an Angel ❤️
Ross, Anne Marie, Kyle, and all of Lucie’s family, Mark and I are so very sorry for your loss. She lived a long wonderful life surrounded by so many people that loved her.God bless you all during this difficult time.
Deepest sympathies to the MacKinnon family
Greg & Marjorie Hinkley
Omg so sorry for your loss. She was a very lovely beautiful lady. My sympathies to her kids and family.
RIP Madame McKinnon
My deepest condolances to all her family. She was indeed a very pleasant lady.
Our most sincere condolences to you all. Your mom was exceptional and definitely an inspiration to many. May she rest in eternal peace.
My sympathies to the whole family she will be missed
Sending our deepest condolences to all the MacKinnon family. May you cherish the special memories you have of your Mom and may it help you all through this difficult time.
Condolences to Family and friends of Lucy. She was my first school teacher in 1950 at Ecole de Petit Étang. May she rest in peace.
Our condolences to each member of her family and circle of friends …. She was an exceptionnal lady and will be missed dearly. Repose en paix Lucie🙏🏼
Condolences to the whole family. I was privileged to call her my friend.
Sincere condolences tothe family of Lucie MacKinnon , Lucie was very special lady and lead a wonderful long life and she will be remembered forever❤️🙏 George and Dianna Roberts
Our deepest condolences to the family. May Lucie rest in the arms of Jesus.
Bonnie Jean, Jason and family, we share our deepest condolences the loss of your mom. I can attest, she was a beautiful soul inside and out. Sending much love and strength to you. ❤️
Fizzle Family