HALLIDAY, Nancy Lynn – Age 69, of Bridgewater. Passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in Halifax.
She was predeceased by her common-law husband, Dave Stoddard, Bridgewater; her mother, Nancy Ann Cooper, Bridgewater; her stepfather, Reggie Cooper, Bridgewater; her sister, Bonnie Adams; her husband, Charles, Bridgewater; and her nephew, Marco Massey, of Hebbville.
She leaves behind her son, Terry (Diana Davis) Stoddard, Auburndale, along with her siblings, Susan Massey, Hebbville, Sandra (Willie) Guest, North Brookfield, Darlene (Lee) Nauss, Sweetland, Neil (Barbara) Halliday, Camperdown, and Mark Halliday, in Ontario.
She is also survived by her stepchildren, Brenda Stoddard-Smith, Auburndale, Linda (Jim) Buchanon, Shelburne, and David Stoddard; her grandchildren, Tasha (Josh Meisner) Stoddard, Baker Settlement, Brendan Smith, Auburndale, Michael (Melissa) Buchanon, Bridgewater, Tyler Stoddard, Shelburne, and Jennifer Stoddard, Bridgewater; as well as great-grandkids, and many nieces and nephews.
She was well known throughout her community for the many ways she gave her time to others. Over the years, she volunteered in local schools, served as a crossing guard, and was a Girl Guide leader for 40 years, she also cared for children in her home, becoming an important part of the lives of countless children and families in the community.
Her many years spent caring for children and volunteering reflected the important role her community played throughout her life. She will be remembered by the family, friends, children, and families whose lives she touched over the years.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life for Nancy will be held at a later date with details to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, South Shore Regional Hospital, or the Lunenburg Co. VON. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where online condolences and donations may be made by visiting www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.
