Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Sydney, Nova Scotia

Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald

July 24, 2025

Sydney, Nova Scotia

Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald's obituary , Passed away on July 24, 2025 in Sydney, Nova Scotia

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Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald of Sydney, Nova Scotia, who passed away on July 24, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gloria (Herlihy) Macdonald to pay them a last tribute.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Gloria's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Gloria's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Hoston Herlihy and Ruth Herlihy. She is survived by: her husband Brian; her children, Rose (Kevin) and Randall (Jill); her siblings, Elwyn (Lynn) and Iris (Wendell); and her granddaughters, Amelia and Nora Macdonald. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 6th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Sydney Memorial Chapel (49 Welton St, Sydney, NS B1P5R3). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 6th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Donations in Gloria's memory may be made to the Cove Guest Home.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sydney Memorial Chapel



Sat

Sep 06

Visitation

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Sydney Memorial Chapel
49 Welton St, Sydney, NS B1P5R3

Sat

Sep 06

Celebration of life

2:00 PM

Sydney Memorial Chapel
49 Welton St, Sydney, NS B1P5R3

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