Obituary of Mildred Reicker Palmer

The death of Mildred Palmer of Grand Bay-Westfield, cherished wife of the late Eldon Palmer, occurred on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospital.  Born on December 21, 1927 in Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late George and Effie (Reicker) Thomson.

Prior to retiring, Mildred was employed as a receptionist for Dr. Walter Hayes for many years.  She always took great comfort in her faith and was a member of Grand Bay Baptist Church and a member of the Women’s Institute.  She was an avid reader and enjoyed her daily walks.  Mildred was a skilled knitter, quilter and together with Eldon enjoyed many trips across Canada and their winters in Florida.  Her work ethic and strong Christian values were remarkable and something that will not be forgotten by her family.

Mildred will lovingly be remembered by her children, Joyce Brown (Donald) of Grand Bay-Westfield and Stephen Palmer (Lisa) of Quispamsis; sister, Adeline Price (Clifford) of Saskatoon; special grandchildren, Drew Palmer (Meghan), Heather Brown (Ian MacLennan), Amy Palmer, Stacey Brown (Kyle Boudreau) and Lindsay Palmer (John Borbely); precious great-grandchildren, Bryce and Alyson MacLennan and Tom and Rowan Palmer.  She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Margaret Thomson of Hampstead along with four nieces and four nephews.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother Geordie Thomson.

Resting at Grand Bay Baptist Church, 77 Woolastook Drive, Grand Bay-Westfield, where visitation will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM with the funeral service beginning at 2:00 PM.  Interment will take place in Central Hampstead Baptist Cemetery at a later date.  Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan’s Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424).

Due to allergies, family flowers only.  For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Grand Bay Baptist Church Memorial Fund or to the Saint John SPCA Animal Rescue. 

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