Mattatall - Varner Funeral Home

01/06/2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Hanson, 72, who died suddenly on December 27, 2025 in Truro, Nova Scotia. He was born ...

01/05/2026

Darryl Wayne MacKenzie – 63, Portapique. We are heartbroken to announce the death of Darryl Wayne MacKenzie (born Darryl Wayne Pickett) on Friday, January 2, 2026 at his ...

01/05/2026

Walk with Me. Share My Day with Me. Attend My Service

You’ve received the news of my passing. Perhaps you’ve seen my death notice in a newspaper or maybe it’s been shared on social media. It’s always difficult hearing this information for the first time. Our initial thought is to reflect on the relationship that we shared and the time spent together.

In some instances, we’ve known one another for many years and have been very close. Some of you had a less close relationship with me though we’ve thought highly of one another. Some of you know me through members of my clan, my inner circle. Perhaps, I’ve worked alongside you. Maybe, I’ve shared social moments and camaraderie with you. Yes, over the years I’ve forged many, many relationships.

My next of kin are planning may service, “my sendoff” and a time to say good byes. They have placed my death notice in public forums, so that everyone who has known me or who wishes to support my family have the opportunity to be present, to share one last time… the story of my life and who I was.

I hope that knowing me has made your life better in some way. The essence of who I was, of who I am, invites you to join together with others to remember and share, to comfort those who grieve my loss and to support one other as memories are shared and time is given to reflect on moments from my journey here on earth.

Walk with me, one final time.

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01/03/2026

Brenda Ann (MacDonald) Faulkner - 71, Truro, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in Westmount, Cape Breton, Brenda was the ...

01/03/2026

Mary Charlotte

01/03/2026

01/02/2026

Vona Cecila Pyne - 88, Harmony Ridge, Colchester County, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, with her husband and son by her side, at Colchester East ...

01/02/2026

Audrey Vera White – 94, Truro, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 26, 2025. Born in Tenecape, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and ...

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from our team at Mattatall-Varner Funeral Home. May your wishes come true and what you dream for become reality. We hope you have a memorable 2026.

“A new year is unfolding, like a blossom with petals curled tightly concealing the beauty within.”
- Author Unknown

12/29/2025

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12/25/2025

Gary Cameron – 88, North River, Colchester County, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, December 22, 2025, at Cedarstone Enhanced Care, Truro. Born in Spry Harbour, Halifax County, ...

12/25/2025

Nelson Cluney MacKinnon – 82, Salmon River, Colchester County. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson Cluney MacKinnon on Friday, November 28, 2025, ...