Obituary of Ida Himmelman

Ida Jane Himmelman 92 yrs, Broad Cove, Lunenburg Co.N.S. passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, September 21st in the South Shore Regional Hospital in Bridgewater, N.S. Born in the family home in Broad Cove, N.S., on March 31st, 1912, she was the youngest daughter of Frederick and Annie Vogler and the granddaughter of Josiah and Augusta Vogler . Ida was proud to have resided in the family home all of her life until entering hospital a few months ago. She was grateful for her many friends and neighbours, specifically Goldie and Bud Martin and Adele Herman, whose assistance enabled her to continue to live in her own home these past few years. She worked as one of the first telephone operators in LaHave and was the secretary of St. Matthews Church for more than 50 years. Ida was also a long serving member of St. Matthews U.C.W. and a choir member. She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humour and love of life. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry Himmelman, and by her beloved “Tibby”. She was also predeceased by six sisters, Muriel, Helen, Florella, Gladys, Hester and Marguerite and her only nephew Fred W. Arenburg (Petite Riviere). She is survived by her great nephew David Arenburg (Elizabeth), Yarmouth and great nieces Linda Arenburg (Bob Veniott), Amherst and Susan Arenburg (Lee Fleming), Pugwash as well as many great, great nephews and nieces. Funeral service will be held on Friday, September 24th at St. Matthews United Church, Broad Cove at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Karen Ohrt officiating. Burial will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery, Broad Cove, N. S. Donations may be made to St. Matthews United Church, Broad Cove, or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater. No visitation by request. On line condolences may be made www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.