The Chronicle Herald, Halifax, July 7, 2018 COOMBS, Mary Frances (1927 - 2018) It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mary (Wiseman) Coombs who passed away peacefully at the age of 91 in Northwood, Halifax, NS. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Mary was born in Corner Brook, NL, the eldest of eight children of the late Freda and Joseph Wiseman. Predeceased by husband, Reginald Coombs; brothers, Kevin (Grace), Desmond, Jack (Audrey) Joseph Wiseman, and sister, Carmella Keller (Curt). She is survived by her loving daughter, Sheila; her loving grandchildren, grandson Marc Bailey (Xiaoyu); granddaughter Beth Grady (Aaron) and great-grandson Max; sister, Joan Wiseman; sisters-in-law, Barbara and Gayle, and many thoughtful cousins, nieces and nephews. Mary received her early education in Corner Brook, and later completed her Secretarial Arts Diploma at St. Francis Xavier University. She then graduated with her R.N. from St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing in Montreal, QC. She practiced nursing at Western Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook for 25 years and retired as Assistant Administrative Director. Upon retirement she lived in St. Johns NL and then in Halifax NS until her death. Special Thanks to the staff of the 3rd Floor Roach Center, Northwood who helped care for her the last two years, and to Cathy Meisner NP, as well as, Father Paul and Father Frank for their comforting prayers and blessings. There will be no visitation at Mary`s request. Cremation has taken place. Mass of the Resurrection will be held in St. Benedict Church on Radcliffe Dr., Clayton Park on July 12, 2018 at 10:30 a.m., Father Simon Lobo officiating. Reception to follow in the Church hall. Interment will be held in Oakridge Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice. Sent from Mail for Windows 10