Velma Maxine MacDearmid

MacDearmid, Velma Maxine ~ Age 91, of Victoria Vale, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2026, at North Queens Nursing Home in Caledonia, NS, surrounded by her family.

Born in Lake Ramsay, Lunenburg County, she was a daughter of the late Emerson and Mary (Turner) Keddy.

Velma was a kind and caring woman who dedicated her life to her family and community. Over the years, she worked at Steadman Department Store, Gordon Marshall’s Grocery Store, and later at Save Easy in Middleton, where she was well known for her warm smile and friendly nature. She enjoyed playing cards, knitting, puzzles and attending jam sessions and for many years she was involved in the Women’s Institute in the Vale and was a member of the Victoria Vale Baptist Church. She especially enjoyed spending time with family, friends and neighbours. Velma truly loved people and found great joy in caring for those around her.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Bonnie (Chuck) Martin of Aylesford; her son, Alan MacDearmid (Debbie Charlton) of Victoria Vale; her sister, Goldie Burns of Berwick; along with her cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and longtime friends.

Besides her parents, Velma was predeceased by her beloved husband, Calvin; her son, Tony; sisters Eva, Leona, Rosalie, Effie, Vera, and Gladys; and brothers Hibbert, Norman, and Harry.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at North Queens Nursing Home for the loving care Mum received while there.

In keeping with Velma’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 2:00PM Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Middleton Funeral Home with Rev. Lloyd Gillieo officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow the service. Interment will be in Church Grove Cemetery, Melvern Square.

Donations in Velma’s memory may be made to Parker Hall, Victoria Vale Baptist Church or North Queens Nursing Home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street. Online condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com