Another version is also available with a picture. The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, Nova Scotia, July 25, 2009 FERGUSON (Robinson) Sheila Newby- 78, Born 1931, in Lancashire England, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 22, 2009 in Dartmouth. She was the daughter of Steve and Lily Robinson; survived by her loving sister Mrs. Jean (George)Stewart, Crayford, Kent; Aunt of Elizabeth, David, Alistair, William, Rosemary, Andrew and James, all residents of the United Kingdom. Sheila trained as a nurse at the London Hospital in White Chapel, England. In the spring of 1956 Sheila immigrated to Canada sailing from Liverpool on the steamship Saxonia, arriving at Pier 21 in Halifax. She worked at the Toronto General Hospital and the T B Sanatorium, Vancouver, BC. Married David E. Ferguson and together they raised a family in Vancouver, London, Saskatoon, settling in Nova Scotia. Sheila's greatest joy was being a Mother of Neil Ferguson (predeceased 2004, aged 45), Cathy Ferguson, Dartmouth, Brenda (David) Jacobsen, Darien CT; Craig (Mary) Ferguson, Lunenburg; Linda (Doug) Clapp, Rochester NY. Sheila was an advocate for people suffering from mental illness and volunteered many hours to help others throughout her lifetime. She played Scrabble on the computer and solved crypto quotes found in the daily newspaper. Sheila loved her small supportive group of clergy wives, a good book and a cup of tea; and was a longtime patron of the Woodlawn Public Library. She was a Community member of Northwood Manor in Halifax and spent many happy hours attending classes and met many interesting people. She will be missed by her four grown children and her six grandchildren; Ingrid, Rosemary and Rachael (CT), Henry and David (NY) and Tessa (NS). Sheila's children will remember her laughter; quick wit; love of literature; her "way" with words. Many thanks to WeCare and Palliative Care for their support. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 28 from 7-9 p.m. at the Dartmouth Funeral Home, 29 Queen St.; a Memorial Service and Celebration of Sheila's life will be held at 11a.m. July 29 in Christ Church Parish Hall, 61 Dundas St., Dartmouth, Rev. Jody Clarke officiating. In lieu of flowers; donations may be made to Woodlawn Library,115 Woodlawn Rd., Dartmouth; or Hope for Wildlife Society, 5909 Hwy. 207, Head of Chezzetcook, NS., B0J 1N0 in memory of Sheila Ferguson.