In Memory of Annette Marie McDow

McDow, Annette Marie ~ of Kingston, Nova Scotia, passed away at her home in Innisfail, Alberta, on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at the age of 60 years. Annette was born in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, to Delbert and Olive McDow. She grew up in North Kingston and attended West Kings District High School and later graduated from Middleton Community College. Annette was a foster mother to many children in Nova Scotia and she was also the President of the M.S. Society of Nova Scotia as well as a Brownie and 4H Leader. Throughout her career, Annette worked for multiple Human Services Agencies; always working to improve the lives of others both in Nova Scotia and Alberta. Annette loved being near the ocean and on the farm. She was known by those around her as caring, kind, honest, wilful, funny and a determined individual. She was always ready to help anyone in need. Annette was devoted to her children and grandchildren; they were the focus of her life and she loved them without limits. Annette will be loving remembered by her two sons, Todd Hennessey (Michele) and Joshua Hennessey (Shania) of Innisfail, Alberta; her daughter, Shannon Harink (Jarri) of Settler Alberta; her mother, Olive McDow (Levy) of Nova Scotia; and her 10 grandchildren. She will also be deeply missed by her three brothers, Steven McDow, Jeffrey McDow and Brian McDow; as well as her two sisters, Jane Smith and Catherine MacIntosh, all of Nova Scotia. Annette was predeceased by her father, Delbert McDow; and a brother Bronson McDow. A celebration of Annette's life will be held on Friday, May 20, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., in Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, toll free 1-855-825-3448, followed by the graveside service at 4 p.m., in North Kingston Cemetery, with Rev. Paul Jennings officiating. Family flowers only, donations in her memory may be made to ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. On-line guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com