Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1945
DIED
2013
FUNERAL HOME
Dorene Fraser-McArthur Obituary
With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of our mother, Dorene, 68, Strathlorne, Inverness Co. She passed away in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital on Saturday, August 3, 2013.
Born on April 6, 1945, she was a daughter of Catherine and John Duncan Fraser. Dorene attended Strathlorne School and finished Holy Angels High in 1963.She went to Halifax for her Certified Nursing Assistant, then took her Operating Room Technician Course. Dorene was employed by the Halifax Infirmery for over 10 years as an O.R. nurse. Dorene was currently employed by Strathlorne Forest Nursery for 28 years.
Dorene believed in being educated. She did Academic Upgrading at Strathlorne Learning Centre in 1994-1995. She completed a small business and book keeping course in 1995 from the College of Cape Breton and graduated in 1996 from NSCC, Strait Campus with Business Information and Technology. She was awarded an Honours Introductory Certifiate in Administrative Medical Procedures from Mactech Distant Education.
Dorene was a lifetime member of St John's United Church in Strathlorne. She was employed and volunteered at Inverness Raceway for over 20 years. She was the BBQ lady on the barnside for 13 years and is still the current President of the Ladies Auxillary.
Dorene was a brilliant, hard-working, single mother. She was sweet and sincere and would do anything for anyone. Dorene loved to go for walks, hiking, and loved her gardening. Dorene was diagnosed in 1984 with skin cancer. She was a Cancer survivor for 27 years until she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year. Dorene went through her cancer treatments like a champion until her cancer metastasized to her brain and bladder.
Dorene is survived by son, John MacArthur, Fort McMurray; daughter, Tammielee Gillis (home); granddaughters, Dana Boudreau and Dara MacEachen; brother, Laurne (Joanne) Fraser, Strathlorne; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Fraser, Middleton; and Audrey Fraser, Kenloch; several neices and nephews; many cousins, and friends. Predeceased by brothers, Hector, Rev. Gordon, Garry(Geraldine) Fraser, and special friend, Raymond "Slim" Gillis.
Visitation will be held in Inverness Funeral Home on Friday, August 9, from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. John's United Church, Strathlorne, Pastor Maggie Plant celebrating. Burial to follow in St. John's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Central Inverness Palliative Care Society or to Ladies Auxillary of the Inverness Playground and Recreational Association. Online condolences may be made to: www.invernessfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorene Fraser-McArthur
23 Entries
Marion and Mike Mac Isaac
August 10, 2013
Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mother, our thoughts are with you.
Krista Maclean kennedy
August 9, 2013
The community has lost a daughter, a sister, a mother, an aunt, a grandmother and a volunteer. Weather it was her time, her baking skills or her cooking skill that was needed Dorene was always ready and willing to help in anyway possible. Anyone that stopped by was treated with great hospitality, the tea was on! Always very proud of both her children and grandchildren.
Dorene you have touched many people's lives with your great personality and an ear to listen! You know that your family is not standing alone.......we are all mourning you loss.
A strong heart has stopped beating.......fly high girl........tapadh leat
Krystal Paul
August 9, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss, Love and Prayers to you and your Family Tammie and John.
Rosalynd Cameron
August 8, 2013
Murdoch and I are very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. There are no easy words at a time like this, but we hope you find some comfort knowing that your loss is felt by many. Your mother will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know her.
Carrie Doug
August 7, 2013
"She was sweet and sincere and would do anything for anyone." Could not have said it better. Lovely lovely lady. Our condolences to all the family. She will be missed but will remain in our hearts. Doug, Carrie, Hailey and Matthew Fraser
August 7, 2013
Tammy John Dana Dara Laurne and Audrey...our prayers go out to you all. Doreen was a lovely lady...may God give you strength to get through this difficult time....Jean Betty Terry MacDonald
Karen Hirtle
August 7, 2013
My deepest sympathies to John ,Tammielee and extended family members. Hold your happy memories of Dorene close to your hearts as you face the difficult time ahead.
Wm. and Betty MacNeil
August 7, 2013
Tammy and Family \we are so sorry for your great loss Sincere sympathies to you all
Patricia Bigger
August 7, 2013
God bless you and your family in this time of need, she was always so kind and funny. So very sorry xo
August 7, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to you,Tammie,John , Dana and Dara.
..You're Mom was one in a million..Such a beautiful,kind & caring Lady..We'll miss Dorene.
Tammy MacKay
August 7, 2013
Tammie and family, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time.
Doreen&Robert leblanc
August 6, 2013
We would like to express our sincere sympthy to you all on the passing of Dorene..May God bless you all in your time of sorrow. RIP Dorene..
Sandy & Deannie Rankin
August 6, 2013
so sorry for your loss...your family is in our prayers
audrey deagle
August 6, 2013
so sorry for your loss I worked with Doreen at the tree nursey and we had many laughs and played tricks on some of the men to her family and friends her spirit will live on in you and her many grandchildren nieces and nepews Audrey deagle inverness
Angie MacDonnell
August 6, 2013
Dorene was such a caring and kind woman. She will be missed in our community, especially at the races. She always had a smile on. Thoughts and prayers to all of your family.RIP Dorene.
Linda Doyle
August 6, 2013
Very sorry to all of You on the passing of such a nice Lady Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to all of You at this time May God Bless You all and May Dorene R.I.P.
August 6, 2013
No words can express what you are feeling at this time. It is very hard to loose a parent at any age in life especially a mom. I hope you all know that the whole community feels the loss as well as you and everyone will be there to help. At times like this we realize how lucky we are to live in such a small loving community. Stay strong and prayers are with you ....
Cookie Mac Innis
August 6, 2013
THOUGHTS PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY LOVE KAREN AND JOEY GILLIS
August 6, 2013
We would like to express our sincere sympthy to you all on the passing of Doreen..May God bless you all in your time of sorrow.
Wilma and John R. Fontaine
Kevin Gillis
August 6, 2013
So sorry for your loss prayers to you all.
Kevin,Julie,Michael,Kyle Gillis
JJ MacDonald and Family
August 6, 2013
Sorry for your Loss, sincere condolences, Dorene was a very nice lady and was always in good spirits she fought a long battle may she rest in peace
Laurie Hopkins
August 6, 2013
So sorry I can't be home Tammie - sending you much love and hugs and prayers.
laurie
Kim and Robert Lemal
August 3, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss.She put in a good fight and now may she rest easy.Prayers sending your way.
Showing 1 - 23 of 23 results
Make a Donation
in Dorene Fraser-McArthur's name
Memorial Events
for Dorene Fraser-McArthur
How to support Dorene's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Dorene Fraser-McArthur's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
