Obituary of Sharon Gallant

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of an amazing wife, mother, nana, sister and friend, Sharon Gallant, 60, of Bridgetown, N.S. Sharon passed away in hospital surrounded by family after a fierce battle with cancer. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Mary Margaret (Smith) McLean and Frederick McLean. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Wayne; her two daughters, Kelly (Bruce), Kim (Jamie) and son, Mark (Nina). She adored her 10 grandchildren and was so proud of each of them: Ryan, Dylan, Ethan, Logan, Kourtney, Kayla, Tyler, Aidan, Jesse and baby Jake. Nana is an angel watching over you from heaven. Sharon is survived by her eight brothers and four sisters, Frederick (Amelia), William (Maureen), Sheldon (Debbie) of Reserve Mines, John (Carol), Allie (Valerie) of Dominion, Gregory (Dawn) of Alberta, Gordon (Joan) of Sydney and Kevin (Phyllis) of Annapolis Royal, Shirley of Alberta, Sheila (Dave) of Annapolis Royal, Margie of Port Williams, and Collette (Scott) of Bedford. She was predeceased by her brother John and loving sister, Sylvia. Sharon's childhood friends: Edna, Donna, Amelia, Debbie, Maddie and Diane should carry on your yearly traditions in her memory. She had many fond memories of your time together. Sharon was a well respected President of the AVRSB CUPE Local where she also served as secretary, treasurer and vice-president. She served as treasurer of the Nova Scotia Council of Unions. Sharon was an active member of her community devoting her life to the staff and students of Bridgetown Regional Elementary School. She served as Home & School President and President of the active parent group for many years. She was awarded outstanding volunteer of the year numerous years. Sharon worked tirelessly at all fundraisers for over 25 years that would support the staff and students of Bridgetown Elementary School including the annual Variety Show. Sharon will be resting at the Kaulbach Family Funeral Home, Bridgetown, on Sunday, Oct.6th from 2-4pm and 7-9 pm, with prayers at 7:00 pm. Funeral mass will be held at 1pm on Monday, Oct.7th at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Bridgetown, with Father Joseph Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in St. Alphonsus Catholic Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to Bridgetown Regional Elementary School or to the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church.