Obituaries

Oh my goodness I didn't know about Mrs. Colley's death until a half hour ago and I feel so bad. She was such a good friend to everyone! Mrs. Colley will certainly be missed by all who knew her and in particular, her wonderful family who were so good to their Mum. God truly has another angel so fly high Ms. Colley.

condoleances to family and friends from Iris Crawley and Normand Sabourin

To Big Momma's family, I wish you peace and pray that God's grace gives you comfort knowing that she is now free. I loved Big Momma and I will miss her warm spirit and hearty laugh. She was a light to lots of people and now that her light is no longer there I will be happy remembering the happy, fun, loving times we shared. Rest easy Big Momma 💝🙏🏽💐

On behalf of our Pastor, Rev. Dr. Rhonda Britton and the officers and members of New Horizons Baptist Church, we wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Sister Mary Colley. We pray God grants you comfort and strength during this time of mourning. For we know blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Love and blessings be upon you, amen.

The Cherry Brook United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary extend heartfelt condolences to the Family and the East Preston Church. May God sustain you in your time of grief.

Condolences from the Adamses. Mom may have left this earth but her Spirit will live on. She has joined the family members and friends who have gone on before her. She is at peace. Keep the Faith and Be Blessed. Elder Dr. Wayne, Deacon Nina and Gina

Shiloh Community Church extends its' heartfelt and deepest sympathies to the family, extended family, friends and acquaintances of Sis. Mary (Big Momma)Colley. God does all things well and makes no mistakes. May your journey be filled with cherished memories of your times together. Blessings to all!!!

My deepest sympathy to the Colley family. Big Momma was a special lady and mother and grandmother to many. I cherish my memories with her and she will always have a special place in my heart. So happy Danin connected us virtually after so many years 💕 Rest In Peace. Shelley Jones

Uncertainty in my tear filled eyes Missed opportunities I've dealt with twice My mommy Colley from across the country So far from what I use to know I left everything of mine back home These mountains are not my mountains with my snow It hurts me that you did not see me grow If only I could be half of the women I did not know I'd ask how you became so strong what was your back bone? But save that answer for when we meet again As your granddaughter, it's not if but when My mommy Colley I always loved you RIP Sharma, your granddaughter Amen Deepest heart felt condolences to my Colley family.

Prayers and condolences for the Colley family on the loss of their mother. May she rest in eternal peace. Florence James and Darnell James (Toronto)

Sending my condolences to the family of Mary. It was such a joy being able to take care of her. Everytime I walked in I would say "Hey Big Momma" and she would just shake her head and laughed. I was able to get her ready for her 97th birthday, that was a surprise that I almost ruined (lol) but in all honesty she really was a wonderful woman, inside and out. Mary will forever hold a spot in my heart. May you rest in peace big momma. I'll miss you 💖🕊️

Aunt Mary lived a beautiful, blessed and enriched life. She will truly be missed. She holds a special place in our hearts. Sending love and prayers to the family - Natasha and Vyona Slawter

My since condolence to Big Mama's entire family. We will all miss her smile and her great sense of humor. May God comfort you with precious memories. My prayers are with you. Maxine Colley-Wongus and family.

We offer our sincere sympathy to the entire family of Big Momma! She was an amazing woman, a community mother, who will be missed by all. We pray for God's peace, grace and comfort at this time. Senator Wanda Bernard, George Bernard and family!

My sincere condolences to the family of a amazing lady, Big Mama. She was known to many of my family, whether they were actually her grandchildren or not. They all knew her as "Big Mama". I learned a lot from her over the years. She was one wise lady. You will be dearly missed Big Mama. Rest Peacefully. Love & God bless. Alexa & Family.

RIP Big Momma! Sending sincere condolences to the entire family. The dwindling of an era and my heart mourns. God's comfort and strength as you celebrate her life. A big hug sent to each of you with love. Maxine & Luke Maxwell

To the Colley Family, on behalf of my wife Hope & Family, and Deacon Stanley Carvery, we extend sincere Christian Sympathy on the Home Going of your Loved One. May Almighty God comfort, strengthen, bless you in this time of mourning. Sister Mary lived a long and blessed life and is now at rest in Christ Jesus. Kingdom Blessings, Brian O. Johnston, Pastor

My deepest condolences to my Aunts,Uncles and Cousins on my Father (Sherman) side of my Family.May Big Mamma be forever in our hearts and in our thoughts.her smile and kind words that she always had for me will always be in my heart ❤️.My prayers,my love and my heart are with each of you.Lean on God and each other.Rest in Peace Big Mamma you will be missed.❤️🙏🏽

Our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to you, the Colley family. May God's peace and comfort sustain you during your time of mourning. Dear Mrs. Colley, thank you for building the community with such a large, wonderful family. We wish you God's blessing, and peace, in Heaven. Sincerely, Jerry and Carolyn Taylor, and family.

On behalf of my family please accept our Heartfelt Condolences on the passing of your Matriarch Big Momma and my Aunt. I pray that the memories and laughter you made and shared sustain you in the days and weeks ahead. Aunt Mary was a beautiful woman with a heart of gold and a smile that made your heart melt just to be in her presence. May Aunt Mary's flower continue bloom in Heaven and her light shine in the ones she left behind. God Bless you all

On behalf of myself, husband Alvin, Deacons and Church family of Cobequid Road United Baptist Church we extend sincere condolences, prayers and love to the family of Sister Mary Colley. Mrs. Colley was truly a Woman of Faith and her loving smile and kindness, exemplified our Lord to all she encountered. Family may you find comfort in knowing Mrs. Mary Colley has now transitioned to glory and some sweet day we will meet again in that beautiful city. Sincerely, Rev. Wanda Lawrence Revelation 21:1-4 "Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Also there was no more sea. 2 Then I, John, saw the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from heaven saying, "Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He will dwell with them, and they shall be His people. God Himself will be with them and be their God. 4 And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away."

Sending our love and condolences to the family of the late Mary Colley "Big Momma". May her soul Rest in Peace.

I extend sincere condolences to the family. I will truly miss Aunt Mary's beautiful smile and warm sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this time of sorrow.

2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. On behalf of our Pastor Reverend Lloyd Grant, his wife Sis Cecile, Leadership and members of Beechville Baptist Church we extend our heartfelt condolences to the Colley family on the passing of Sis Colley.

Condolences from Ada and Everald Armstrong to the entire family. Return to your rest, your soul for the Lord has been good to you.

My deepest condolences to Don, siblings and extended family! I've only had the privilege of meeting Mrs. Colley on two separate occasions on my visit back home through my brother Rocky! Mrs. Colley welcomed me into her home as if I was a member of her family. I know I feel extremely fortunate to have crossed paths with a person whose big heart and kindness were immeasurable! You made an indelible imprint on my soul! You made a difference! May your beautiful sweet soul rest in eternal peace! ♥️🙏🏾

Our condolences to the family.

My deepest sympathies to you, Melina, and your family.

To the entire Colley Family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of our neighbour and your mom. May your beautiful memories sustain and bring comfort during this unhappy season.

My love and condolence is sent to Big Momma's family on behalf of myself, Adrienne and Garry and grandchildren. She was a special light to our lives and we felt her love . Big Momma and I shared many stories and laughs which I will miss. Love to all the family.

To all my Family on the loss of Aunt Mary; Sorry I can't be there with you physically, but know I am there in spirit and praying for the Lords comfort, peace and love to cover you during this time. Even though sad that I will never see her on earth again, through faith we can can find joy and peace knowing she is now with our Heavenly Father. I will cherish my memories of her smile, laugh, strength and spending time in her kitchen with her. "To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord" Much Love and Blessings Rosalinde, Shykara, Shylanda and Zion Saunders

To the family of Big Momma. I will always treasure my fond memories of her and mama driving and telling me stories that made me blush. These to matriarch carried wisdom, dressed with finess and brought comfort and joy to all the made contact with. To know they are together again and up to their shenanigans brings joy to my soul. Family Thank You for sharing her with us. She will truly be missed. May God's comforting arms hold you in the days ahead. Prayers and comfort from Nina, Dougie, Tyla and, Raeshelle as you Big Momma to rest. We love you guys!!❤️🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾❤️

Sincere condolences to all of Mrs. Colley's Family. She was an amazing Lady who will be forever missed in the Community. Paula Crawley & Carolyn Sampson

Sending my condolences to the family. May God comfort you as you mourn the lost of a very lovely lady. You are all in my prayers 🙏🏼 Blessings from Myra Colley

Sending our prayers and condolences to the entire families as you lay "Big Momma" to rest. She will be forever missed. Love Charmaine & Dana Willis & Family

Nola,Connie, Wendy and the entire family. Sending you my deepest sympathy and prayers 🙏 God will give you the strength and comfort you will need for this difficult time. RIP Mrs. Colley

Thank you family, for sharing the life of your dear loved one with so many. I felt privileged and honoured to realize in real life that she included me and mine. Her impact, wise counsel and love will always be remembered. She demonstrated true kinship and love. Thank you "Big Momma" for showing us how to live, love, and die. Well done. Rest pain free now. We'll meet you again - By and By. With love always, Carolyn🙏🏽♥️

Condolences to the Colley family from Dina Crawley and family

Pastor Andrea, the Ministerial Team, Deacons, Officers and members of EPUBC wish to express our deepest and heartfelt condolence to the family, friends, and community on the passing of another one of our Matriarchs, Sister Mrs. Mary Colley, aka "Big Momma." We thank God for her legacy as we remember "Big Momma" for her unwavering faith and the genuine love for God that she showed everyone, young and old. Scripture says, in John 14:1-4, "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me so that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going." Please know, family, you are in our thoughts, and we pray for your peace, comfort, strength, and direction as you plan to celebrate a life well-lived. Praise God from whom all blessings flow.