It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Della A. Rushton, age 88, formerly of Mount Pleasant, NS.  Della passed away at home on Tuesday, May 19, 2015.

Born in Northport, NS, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Elma (Smith) Trenholm.

In her younger years Della was a cook in the woods.  She was a very hard working woman who kept the home and farm running, and was an excellent gardener.  She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and loved time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She enjoyed her many dogs.

She will be sadly missed by her husband of 68 years, Donald Rushton "Sooner", Oxford; children Donna (David) Lewis, Canso, Elma Thompson (Gerry), Oxford,  Carlyon (Gary) Moore, Little River, Donald (Ghislaine) Rushton, Oxford, Charlie (Judy) Rushton, Mount Pleasant, Ella Rushton, Shediac, NB, Jerry (Beverley) Rushton, New Minas; 18 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by 3 grandchildren, brother Charlie and sisters Ina and Hilda.

Arrangements have been entrusted to W. Allen Funeral Home, 60 Water St., Oxford, NS 902-447-2167).  Cremation has taken place.  A private graveside service will take place in Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date.

Della's family want to extend special thanks to the wonderful ladies of the V.O.N and the Home Health Care.

Those wishing to make a donation in Della's memory may do so to the V.O.N.,  the Cumberland Home Health Care or the charity of your choice.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the online memorial at www.allenfuneralhome.ca or by visiting the funeral home Facebook page.