It is with deep sadness that we regret to announce the peaceful passing of Olive Jackson, age 88, of East Leicester.  Olive passed away at her home on Thursday, January 26, 2012 surrounded by her loving family.

Olive was born in Mansfield, NS, a daughter of the late Walter and Ivy (Stewart) Carter.

Olive was a member of the Little River Baptist Church where she was active with the ladies Auxiliary.  She was a long time supporter of the East Leicester Community Hall and belonged to the Oxford Seniors Citizens Club.  She loved to knit, sew and quilt; many of her family have benefited with wonderful home made items as gifts from Olive. She was an avid card player, scrabble player and loved crossword puzzles.

She will be dearly missed by her children Faye Kavalak, Springhill, Heather (Raymond) Milner, Salem, Joyce Carscadden, Amherst, Walter "Bubs" (Linda), East Leicester, Sylvia (Rodger) Oulton, North Port, Joan Porteous, Calgary, Donna (Joe Snowdon) Jackson, Sackville, NB, Lorna (Rick) Funk, Calgary, Eleanor (Kerry) Rivard , Edmonton; 32 grandchildren, 50 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren; sister Jean Mattinson, Beckwith; brothers Elmore "Bill" Carter, Oxford,  Delbert (Lillian) Carter, East Leicester; many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband Avery, daughters Shirley and Ruth; 2 infant children; grandson Travis Porteous; brothers Stewart and Basil Carter.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the W Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water St., Oxford, NS (902-447-2167) where visiting hours will take place on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm.  The funeral service will be held at the Little River Baptist Church on Monday, January 30, 2012 at 2 pm, Pastor Chris Greer officiating.  Burial will take place in the Mansfield Cemetery.

Those wishing to make a donation in Olive's memory may do so to the Mansifeld Cemetery, the Little River Baptist Church the East Leicester Community Hall or the charity of your choice.  Family flowers only please.