Vera Doris MacNEIL
Peacefully, on May 12, 2023, Mrs. Vera MacNeil left this world to start a new adventure. She was 100 years of age. Vera is lovingly remembered by her six children: Patrick (Myra) of Langley, B.C., Sherry (Ben) Eastwood of Edmonton, Michael (Barb) of Kelowna, B.C., Kathy Helmig of Sherwood Park, Cam “Sam” (Kathy) of Sherwood Park, Neil (Kirsten) of Spruce Grove, as well as 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren and her “coffee-lady” Janice MacNeil.
Vera was predeceased by her husband Murdoch “Mac” in 2006, daughter Susie in 2012, two grandsons: Luke in 2017 and Taylor in 2021.
A celebration of Vera’s life will be taking place on
Saturday, September 9, 2023, 1:00 p.m.
Laurier Heights Community League
14405-85 Avenue NW
Edmonton, Alberta
If friends so desire, please make a donation to a charity that helps animals.
Heartfelt sympathy and comfort to you all. She was always so hospitable and ready for a chat and laughter. She was a true Matriarch and I know how much she was loved and cared for. You have so many precious memories- I hope these help you heal through this hard time of grief. Big hugs to you all🙏🏻💞💜
So very sorry to have to say goodbye to Vera. She was a beautiful woman with a beautiful family.
I was so sorry to see the news of Vera’s passing. She was a wonderful women. My heart goes out to you all
Love
Sharon Black nee Porter
So sorry for your loss. Nanny was a well loved woman by one and all. My thoughts are with you all. I remember many happy times with her ❤️
Aww pretty little Auntie! Yellowknife is missing their first Miss Yellowknife already! Love you ❤️
I am sorry for your loss of your mom. She was a lovely person and I always enjoyed her company. She was fun and welcoming. I am glad she had a long life and a peaceful passing. My best wishes for all loved her
We were so sorry to hear of Vera’s passing. She was a great lady and we have many fond memories of visits with her for many years. Hugs to all the family, Remember the good times with Vera, they will get you through this sad time.
Just thinking of the older sibs in the MacNeil clan; reminiscing about the old Oliver neighborhood & our surrogate mom to all who dropped in over those years! God bless you, Vera ! Always, I remember: a happy soul – one tough cookie raising that brood ! Thoughts & prayers with you all!