Olive "Ollie" Joyce Helpard Obituary in Dartmouth at Donald K. Walker Funeral Directors

Olive "Ollie" Joyce Helpard

Passed 03/05/2023

Obituary For Olive "Ollie" Joyce Helpard

HELPARD, Olive (Ollie) Joyce, 94, passed peacefully into the arms of her loving husband, Don, on March 5, 2023 at the Halifax Infirmary QEII site. Born in Glace Bay, NS, she was the daughter of the late Isabel (Spencer) and Andy Anderson. Ollie was the matriarch of our close-knit family and will be deeply missed. She moved to Halifax as a teenager and met the love of her life. They raised their four children with an abundant amount of love and respect. She spent many years as owner of the Tiara Beauty Salon in Spryfield. She was a member and past Trustee of St. Paul’s United Church, where she was a long-time member of the Senior Choir and Handbell Choir. Ollie doted on her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She rarely missed a baseball, hockey or soccer game or a dance recital or Sunday school play wherein any of us participated, whether it was in town or on the road. Nowhere was too far for Nanny Ollie to go to cheer on her family! She is survived by her sister Shaureen Shephard (Rick), children Val Halverson (Terry), Deb MacDougall (Danny), Andy (Nancy) and Sandra Gray (Darren). Also surviving are her grandchildren: Kerri-Ann Halverson (Sylvan), Craig Halverson (Theresa), Ryan Halverson (Vanessa), Matthew MacDougall (Amy), Heather Donnelly (James), Shaun Helpard (Daniele), Gillian Helpard (Dale), Paul Gray (Kristen) and Peter Gray (Castine). Missing her are her great-grandchildren: Sidney, Preston and Emily Halverson, Kinleigh and Barrett MacDougall, Ruby and Jack Donnelly and Alexis Gray. Mom was predeceased by her husband, Don, as well as her parents Isabel and Andy Anderson, her sister Verna Nichol (Tom), brother Chalmers (Ione) and great granddaughter, Addison Rose MacDougall. Celebration of life in honour of Ollie will be held on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 11:00 AM at St. Paul’s United Church, 173 Old Sambro Road, Halifax, NS Many thanks to the first responders from Station 62, the EHS paramedics as well as the nurses and doctors at the QEII ER for their loving care and compassion. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made to St. Paul’s United Church or a charity of your choice.

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03/15/2023

Eleanor and Mary Fraser

Deepest sympathies on the loss of Ollie. She was a great lady and will be missed.
03/11/2023

Kathy Savoie

Kathy and I are so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Thinking of you and all your family on this sad occasion in your life. Sending you love and prayers. Larry
03/09/2023

Bev. Devlin

Debbie, Andy & Family sorry for the loss of your dear Mom. Bev.Devlin
03/09/2023

Sherri Hughes

So sorry to hear of Aunt Ollie's passing. Sending our love and condolences. Sherri, Greg and families
03/09/2023

wendy chappell

I have many fond memories of cousin Ollie, Don, and all the kids visiting in Cape Breton; there is a small travel trailer in those memories. I also remember their warmth and hospitality when we visited them. She was lively, and kind, and a very special spirit. She always stayed in touch with Mom (Kaye) for as long as Mom was able. My thoughts are with all the many loved family members during this time. With love, Wendy Chappell & Family
03/09/2023

Jessie Jamieson

Our deepest sympathies go to " Ollie's " family she will certainly be missed. She was a lovely lady. Jessie and Archie Jamieson
03/09/2023

Elizabeth Marson

Dear Val, Debbie, Andy, and Sandra So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. May she rest in peace. My condolences to all of your families. Liz & Steve Marson Nee (Howard)
03/09/2023

Graham Campbell

Hello Deb I was sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Words can never describe what we feel when we lose a Parent. My late Dad always told me that it was an Honor to bury a Parent and a Tragedy to bury a Child. Your Mom is at rest now. Graham Campbell
03/09/2023

Ann Joudrey

Dear Deb and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. I truly enjoyed the times when I was able to spend time at your place and she will always be "Mom" to me. I am sending hugs to you all. Ann Joudrey
03/09/2023

Jim Matheson

Sincere condolences to Debbie, Andy and family for your loss. Your mother was truly a delight when she attended our softball games back in the Zurich days and her love for all of you was clearly obvious. You are so fortunate to have had her in your lives for so many years.
03/09/2023

Lisa Fraser

Deb and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. May the many memories of your mom bring you comfort and peace. Lisa Fraser
03/09/2023

Barb Young

Dear Deb and family. Deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one Deb your Mom Ollie was a beautiful lady who lived a very full life. You held her close to the end. Sorry I cannot be there to share in your celebration of life. Cherish the memories hugs
03/08/2023

Dianne Scaturchio

Our sincerest apologies to the family. If I had not been a client of Ollie, I would not have met my soulmate who also worked with her. That was 50 years ago. But I have known the family much longer. She will be sadly missed by all
03/08/2023

Denise Grandy

Debbie and family - thinking of you in your time of loss.
03/08/2023

linda pauls

My sincere condolences to all families, I worked with ollie at tiara and was always treated like a family member, R.I.P. my friend,
03/08/2023

Joyce Jennings

Dear Deb and family, My heart goes out to you all at this very sad time. I only met Miss Ollie a few time, but what a fun lady she was. Hugs and prayers to you Debby and family
03/08/2023

Brenda Kelly

She was a force to be reckoned with for sure! Deepest sympathy to all of her family - especially my dear friend Debbie. I hope it gives you comfort knowing she had a wonderful, long and full life.
03/08/2023

Barb

Dear Andy & Family, Dear Andy & Family, Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. Barb MacKenzie
03/08/2023

Hunter Shaw

So sorry for your loss
03/08/2023

Barb Pennell

Andy, Nancy and family. I am saddened by the news of your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hugs Love: Barb Pennell
03/07/2023

Debby Johnson

Dear Deb & Family, My deepest sympathies to you all. Although I only met your Mom a few times, she was always so warm and welcoming. Will miss her at our dinners at your house, Deb, and the card games, too. May the wonderful memories you have of your Mom give you some comfort at this very sad time. Hugs, thoughts, and prayers to you all.
03/07/2023

Susan Young

Deb and family, so sorry for your loss. I remember her from our Zurich days — always a bundle of energy. Cherish all the memories. Sending hugs and prayers. She will be missed. 💕
03/07/2023

Annie Martin

Dear Deb and family so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs. Annie Martin