Miriam began her journey as one of the original members at the Activity Centre located in the former St Ninian Street School. From there she went to The CACL Program on Kirk Street where she grew and prospered in those programs designed to promote independence.

At the time of her death, Miriam was a resident in Hope House, L’Arche Antigonish, on Hawthorne Street. From there she continued her involvement in special programs such as Corner Stone.

Miriam had many passions in life. Her ability to skate was well known providing to many a suitable partner for a skate around the arena. Special Olympics held a high priority for Miriam winning many medals and recognition in various sports. She represented Nova Scotia at The Special Olympics in Regina . Her singing ability was widely recognized and she took great satisfaction in performing. She combined her two loves of singing and Special Olympics by singing O Canada at the opening of many Olympic Games. She faithfully sang in the senior choir of St. Ninian’s Cathedral for many years.

Miriam had a terrific memory and if a birth date was required all one had to do was ask her. She had a special fondness for Peter MacKay, never missing an opportunity to talk to him or have her picture taken with him.

Miriam is survived by her sisters Claire, Abigail, Isabel (John) Tramble, Beverly (Bill) MacNeil and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her brother Kenneth and his wife Marcie.

The family thanks all Miriam’s Caregivers for their devotion to her. A special thanks to L’Arche personnel as well as St. Martha’s Palliative care and the residents for their support to Miriam and the family during this difficult time. Their presence made Miriam’s death a special, peaceful experience.

Visitation will be in MacIsaac Funeral Home ,61 Pleasant Street, Antigonish, Monday December 19th, 2011, 2pm to 4pm and from 7pm to 9pm. A Mass of Christian burial will be held from St. Ninian’s Cathedral at 2pm on Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 with Father Andrew Boyd presiding. Burial in the parish cemetery.

Donations to L’Arche, Antigonish or St. Martha’s Palliative Care.