Helen M. Barclay
1929 - 2018
Helen M. Barclay
Service Information
Service Date
Monday May 28, 2018
Service Time
2 pm
Service Location
Mount Allison University Chapel, Sackville, NB
Requested Charity
Sackville Memorial Hospital Foundation
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It is with profound sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Helen May Barclay, age 88, of Sackville, NB.  Helen passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Drew Nursing Home, Sackville, NB.

Born in Truro, NS, she was a daughter of the late Willis and Mary Jean (Archibald) Fraser.

Helen earned a certificate in Secretarial from Mount Allison University, graduating with the class of 1948. While at MtA she met a handsome fellow from Wentworth, NS named Ross Barclay who was studying chemistry. The two were married in 1950 and made Sackville, NB their home where they raised Gregor, Michael and Nancy. Throughout their nearly 68 years together they enjoyed many adventures traveling around the world. 

When asked at a university function what she did for a living Helen replied proudly, "My job is to look after Ross" - and she did such a great job at that. She was proud to be a stay at home mum. Her life revolved around family and helping others. Music was important to Helen and she was actively involved in the Sackville United Church with the UCW, teaching Sunday School and various childrens programs. She loved to cook and bake and to be surrounded by family. You could stop in any time and you best have an empty stomach and a sweet tooth because she would be sure to feed you - and be insulted if you didn't have seconds. There would always be 4 or 5 different freshly baked treats even if she didn't know you were coming. All this amazing food yet she never gained an ounce - so unfair.

Helen will be sadly missed by her husband Ross Barclay, Sackville, NB; sons Gregor (Sally), Trinidad, Michael (Judy), Fall River, NS; daughter Nancy Tregunno, Halifax, NS; 6 grandchildren, David, Andrew, Megan, Brett, Emily and Alison; 4 great grandchildren Layla, Sadie, Talia and Jackson; sister Ruth (Ned) Fowler, Moncton, NB; sister in law Eva Fraser, Truro, NS; several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by brother Alex; son-in-law Tim Tregunno.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and supervision of Jones Funeral Home, 70 Bridge St., Sackville (506-364-1300).  Helen's life will be celebrated at the Mount Allison University Chapel, on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 2 pm, Rev. Dr. John Perkin officiating, with a reception to follow.

Donations in memory of Helen may be made to the Sackville Memorial Hospital Foundation, or the charity of your choice.

Sharing of memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Helen's online memorial at www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or through the Jones Funeral Home Facebook Page.

Helen M. Barclay