It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Alison Dorothy MacDonald of Oxford, on Monday July 19, 2021 in the North Cumberland Memorial Hospital. Born in New Glasgow on June 16, 1959, she was a daughter of Calvin and Jeannine (Holloway) MacDonald of Trenton. 

Alison is survived by sister, Carolyn Francis (Stephen Deveau), Mount Uniacke; brother, Keith MacDonald (Mary Fennell), New Glasgow; step-sister, Judy (Robert) Lockett, Bridgetown; brother-in-law, Clifford Cox, Hamilton ON; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents; she was predeceased by her step-father, Glenn Wagner, sister, Maureen Cox, and step-sister, Elaine Wagner.

Alison spent her formative years in Trenton. She lived in Halifax for some time, working as a personal care worker. In the early 2000’s, she moved to Alberta to live with her sister Maureen and her family, and made many friends there. Later, she would move back to Nova Scotia, and lived in Oxford until her move recently to palliative care. As her health was failing, Carolyn, her oldest sister, was a great help making sure that she got everything she needed to be comfortable. 

Alison had a kind heart. She worked in the health care field, primarily with elderly patients, and took pride in her work and in her treatment of patients. She was a great lover of animals, especially her cats. She had a wicked sense of humour and was down to earth, always ready for a chat, a smoke, and a coffee. She also had an interest in the paranormal, often speaking about her sixth sense, or offering spiritual advice to anyone feeling down or doubtful.

We would like to acknowledge and express our appreciation for the wonderful care provided to Alison by Dr. Ron Rondeau of Oxford, the staff at North Cumberland Memorial Hospital in Pugwash, and the VON. Special thanks are extended to her palliative care social worker Brenna Koneczny for her wonderful support. 

Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow. The remains have been cremated and a graveside service will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to the North Cumberland Community Health Foundation, VON or charity of choice.