Obituary of Leona Currie

Currie (Hiltz), Leona Frances - 71, of Bridgetown, N.S. passed away on June 5, 2013 in Middleton, N. S. Born September 26, 1941 in Berwick, N. S., she was the oldest daughter of the late Clyde and Una (Bayers) Hiltz. Leona was brought up in Bridgetown, N. S., at the old Annapolis County Hospital, where her parents were Matron and Superintendent. There she spent many happy times with her large extended family. She attended the Bridgetown School and after graduation, she attended the Nova Scotia Teacher's College (Normal College) in Truro, N. S. She taught school in Westphal, Cambridge and Bridgetown. She was an active member of the William Black United Church, Bridgetown, N. S. as well as a member of both the Providence and Jost Groups. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Kilburn Currie, Bridgetown, N. S.; daughter Margaret (Shane) Sweeney and granddaughter, Emily, South Alton, N. S.; son Scott (Tara) Currie, granddaughter, Ainslie and grandson, Quinn, Timberlea, N. S.; sister, Donna Goodwin, Upper Granville, N. S.; sister in law, Heather (Richard) Gallant, Hantsport, N. S.; and brother-in-law, John Currie, Moncton, N. B., along with several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, and her brother, Robert Visitation will be held tonight 7-9 PM, June 7, 2013, in the Kaulbach Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bridgetown. Memorial Service will be held 2 PM Saturday, June 8, 2013 from the William Black United Church, Bridgetown with Rev. Janis Campbell officiating. Following the service, there will be a reception in the church hall. Donations in Leona's memory may be sent to charity of choice. On-line condolences may be made at www.kaulbachfamilyfuneralhome.com