Pansy Maria Seaforth
elevated JfGUN January 30, 1937 – May 14, 2020
elevated JfGUN It is with deep sorrow we share the passing of Pansy Maria Seaforth, 83 on Thursday, May 14th 2020. Pansy resided at The Elginwood Long Term Care facility, in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Her Loving sons Mark and Gregory were granted access to hold her tender hands and say their final good-byes just hours before. Pansy’s bright smile, sparkling eyes and boisterous laugh warmed everyone whoever encountered her. No one was spared. Pansy loved everyone equally – a rare soul who took the time to learn who you really were. Pansy made the conscious decision to see the best in every individual.
elevated JfGUN Pansy Maria Blue was born in 1937 in Georgetown, Guyana, South America. She was a beautiful and compassionate young girl. At the young age of 20, Pansy would find the courage to board a ship by herself and make the long journey to Royal Derby hospital in England, to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse and helping others. Pansy eventually married a shy but persistent man named Lennox Seaforth who was also from Guyana studying to become a dental technician in London. In Farnborough, Kent, the couple would have two rambunctious boys, Mark and Stanislaus. Opportunity would lead the young family from the U.K. to Canada where they first settled in Dartmouth and eventually in Fairview, Halifax. Pansy became a nurse at the Halifax Infirmary Hospital and years later charming Gregory was born. Pansy had so many passions: She was extremely proud of her West Indian heritage and loved to share it in music and cuisine. She was a trained seamstress and proudly sewed a few of her sons suits when they were young. Pansy’s heart was with her family and God. She played an important role at St. Benedict Parish at weekly Bible studies. A day rarely passed, that Pansy did not speak to or see her dear friend Lucille Marcoux. The two were inseparable and shared a love and affection usually seen only between the closest of sisters. Mom also developed a deep and lasting friendship with Beverly Brown who she first invited to a Special young black women’s “Coming of Age” event named the DEBUTANT’S BALL which Pansy played a part in creating in Nova Scotia. Pansy will be dearly missed by her three sons, Mark, Stanislaus and Gregory; her Daughters-in-Law Geri-Anne and Trina; her grandchildren Nicole, Simone, Jackson and Stella: her nephews Kirk and Mark Blue and many Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews. Pansy was predeceased by her mother Doris Blue, sister Norma Blue and her husband of 52 years Lennox Seaforth. A special thanks for the incredible love and support from the residents and staff of both The Elginwood Long Term Care facility and The Oak Ridges Retirement Home in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Cremation has taken place and because of the current restrictions of Covid-19, there will be no service or visitation. An Internment with only close immediate family will take place Saturday, May 23rd at 11:00 am which will be recorded for viewing on ZOOM. Arrangements have been entrusted to Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home, 211 Langstaff Road, East, Thornhill, Ontario L3T 3Z2. (905) 889-7467
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So sorry for your loss guys, your mom was a wonderful person. I can not envision her without her big beautiful genuine smile.
Thank you Joseph.
I Agree.
There’s not a single photo of Mom without her great big, loving smile.
My condolences to your family, I remember Pansy from when I was a kid , we would always come to the parties with Dad(David Harper ), she always had a smile one her face and loved everybody. She will be missed by many! Love and thoughts to all her family and friends.
Julie (Harper )
Julie, I still remember your father . That was SOOO long ago. When I was young, he reminded me of Dad a lot. I thought we were related somehow LOL. I believe you had a younger sister. I’m sorry if I’m wrong. I remember you seemed really kind. Please take care. Blessings to your family.
Deepest condolences for your loss of such a beautiful Mother. To raise three boys must have been a challenge , , seems she did a marvelous job.
Lov’n’light to All of you through these clouded days.
Thanks Rob.
Yes-Mom was the Best.
I don’t know what I’ll do without her.
Deepest sympathy to the family. Pansy is still missed at St. Benedict’s
Pansy was a beautiful lady and I remember the first time I met her was at the closing mass at her parish, prior to the opening of Saint Benedict! She had a beautiful smile and was friendly and kind and lived our Lord. May God bless her family left yo mourn her earthly passing.
I will always remember her laughter and open honesty, her compassion and empathy. She had a lot of love to give and was completely unjudgemental, seeing the good in everyone.
She will certainly be missed by her friends and family. Once met, never forgotten.
Rest in peace Pansy in the hands of our Lord.
Yes.
Mom was one of a kind.
I will miss her big cheeks.
Thanks for being there today Carol:)
Pansy was a very special gift of God. Her laughter was musical and her personality was colourful like glorious flowers 🌺. She was truly loved by anyone who met her, especially those at Saint Benedict Parish.
We all loved her so much and will miss her a great deal. She has risen!!!
Thank you Bev and Gord. You have been such good friends to both Mom and Dad, especially after Mom left Halifax. I know they have a special place in their hearts 💕 for you. The flowers are still blooming. I swear they’re getting bigger every day just like Mom’s Love. Thanks for the chat Gord about Dad. I think you understood him well.
Dear Mark, Stan, and Gregory: I’m so saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. I remember her quiet warm presence at St. Pius and her obvious love for you all. Hoping you all feel the support of friends and one another at this time.
Leanne, I still remember us as kids at school and St. Pius X. You had The Best Smile 😃. Thanks for the kind words, and yes I feel the support of all my friends from back home. Love you Guys!
The joy Pansy brought to our visits and phone conversations will not be forgotten. Wishing all the family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Dear Mark Stanislaus,Gregory and family .
I want to extend my condolences to each of you.Pansy was a dear and much loved cousin and I am saddened by her passing. Pansy will be truly missed but not forgotten. Your mom / grandmother was a gem, beautiful and caring. . Highly thought of and very compassionate a prayerful woman. She is blessed.
Your loss is shared by many family and friends who care. You’re in our thoughts and hearts. In this time of sorrow and mourning I pray that God will give your families the needed strength and comfort. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Hey Lynette,
My memories of you and Mom were at your kitchen and the two of you laughing so hard I thought you were both going to fall on the floor.
Something delicious was always being prepared on the stove.
I remember house parties in your basement dancing to old time Soca . I wish I could go back to those days. They were great! Thanks for your years and years of wonderful experiences. Blessings to you and your terrific kids
So sorry to read of moms passing If ever there was a joyful person it was Pansy .I spent many happy times in her company at St Pius X Church and she loved to talk about her boys She loved you all so much You were truly blessed to have shared a great life with her she will be watching over you in her heavenly home
Our Aunt Pansy was such a loving and kind soul. We’ll always remember her long embraces, her beautiful smile, her warmth and vivacious energy. She knew how to make us feel loved and special each and every time we saw her. She was a loving mother and wife who raised a wonderful family, and we have all been blessed to know her. May she rest in peace in God’s loving arms.
Paul, I’m sorry there restrictions couldn’t allow for everyone to be there for Mom’s service because I would have had you on the podium for sure. I know you would have had so much live to share for Mom. Mom especially encouraged Stanislaus and I and later Gregory to be close with you Nadia and Jan and I think she succeeded.
You have always been there and I consider you more as a brother than a cousin. Lovely words. God Bless So many shared memories I can’t even begin to count.
Dear Mark,
I remember you and your Mom during your time spent at Fairview Heights School in Halifax. I was your grade 2 teacher.
So sorry to hear of your loss. It is always hard to lose a parent.
Elaine Sharp
Mrs SHARP?!!?
From Grade 2?!!
You won’t believe it but I still remember you. Forgive me if I’m wrong but, I think you had lots of Dark curly hair and very kind eyes. Thanks for remembering Mom from so long ago. You’re amazing. Mom would have been touched.
My condolences to you & your entire family @ this time of Loss.
So wonderful to read that for so many years Pansy was a proud Halagonian.
With love and support from Halifax,
for the life of your most beautiful mother.
My condolences to the family. I knew Ms. Pansy from her work with the African Canadian caucus in Halifax Nova Scotia. She was a beautiful person.
Dear Mark Stanislaus, Gregory and family .
I want to extend my condolences to each of you. Pansy was a dear and much-loved cousin and I am saddened by her passing. Pansy will be truly missed but not forgotten. Your mom / grandmother was a gem, beautiful and caring. . Highly thought of and very compassionate a prayerful woman. She is blessed.
Your loss is shared by many family and friends who care. You’re in our thoughts and hearts. In this time of sorrow and mourning I pray that God will give your families the needed strength and comfort. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss.
Both Pansy and Lennox welcomed me into their home like family when I visited halifax twice with Trina.
Although I didn’t get to spend as much time like family would,I certainly have many memories at parties with her and boy did she know how to party! My deepest condolences to Mark, Stan, and Greg.
Hi Bonnie,
I saw you there in our Zoom-cast of Mom’s service.
Thank you and Thank you for your kind words about Mom.
Yes, she was the Life if the Party.
She truly welcomed everyone and wanted nothing but the best for them.
Mom was ALL Heart ❤️
Condolences on the loss of your mother. Pansy was the most joyful person I have ever met.
Aunt Pansy is one of the loveliest, loving people I’ve ever met. It’s an honour to be related to her! My biggest condolences to my fam from cousin Les and Susan. She’ll be missed.
Thanks Les and Susan.
I remember Mom and Dad especially LOVED your beautiful wedding in the island. Both families were there together have a Spectacular time -laughing and dancing. Nothing meant more to Mom and Dad than being together as one.
Thanks for your beautiful words.
My deepest condolences, your mother was a phenomenal woman!! I had the privilege of meeting Mrs. Pansy (as I referred to her) in 1999, worked together for 4 years, she was a mentor to me as a young woman in my early 20s. I have very found memories of those good times. I am sorry to learn of her passing today. May God bless and keep you all.
Mark, Gregory, Stanislaus and families. Our deepest condolences for the passing of Pansy. Pansy was my father’s nurse after he had his heart attack and she was wonderful. Later on I used to see her and Lennox in Fairview, always jovial and happy. I am glad I got to know them.
Roberto Sani and Family
You will be sadly missed Pansy. You are now at peace in Heaven with the Angels. Rest in peace and Heavenly bliss.
Deepest condolences on the loss of your Mum. She was always warm and welcoming on our family visits, and I know she will be greatly missed.
Dear Mark,
I am so sorry for you loss. Your mother was special.
She was radiant. She knew pure joy and how to impart that love – a rare gift. She love you all so much and would speak with quiet pride of her beautiful and growing family. Your mom was genuinely a lovely person.
I will treasure her laughter, the sunshine of her smile and kindness of her heart.
May the memories you hold close to your heart carry you though the difficult days ahead.
With prayers and support,
Krista (Pattison) Chen
So sorry for your loss ! Pansy was such a lovely lady . I worked with her many years ago in Halifax .Always enjoyed those shifts with her . Thought of her often . She had a wonderful laugh . With my deepest Sympathy . Shelly
We remember, will never forget, Pansy’s smile. It was genuine; it was infectious; it illuminated her precious humanity for the rest of us. We give thanks for her life and extend deep condolences to her entire family. May she find peace and contentment in God’s heavenly paradise.
A. Sizwe & Kanika Adekayode.
Halifax, Canada.
My deepest condolences to the family, Pansy was a phenomenal woman and will forever be in my heart. Rest in peace, Pansy.