Moyra Jessie Shillington

Moyra Jessie Shillington August 25, 1937 - April 18, 2024 It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Moyra Jessie (Jeffrey) Shillington, in Truro, Nova Scotia. Born and raised in Cowdenbeath, Scotland, Moyra's small town Scottish upbringing shaped her into the generous, stoic, and determined individual that so many of us came to rely on through our lives. Moyra was an adventurous girl who was not afraid to set out on her own path. In her early years she was stationed in Malta, where she worked for the British Air Force. After hitchhiking back to Scotland, she began her training as a registered nurse in England. It was there that she formed a circle of friends with whom she embarked on numerous escapades over the years. Despite being spread across the globe, they remained in regular contact and they were there for mom any time she needed them. After nursing training, Moyra moved to Canada, traveling across the country to find jobs at different hospitals, eventually settling in Ontario to work as an RN for the Canadian Forces in Ontario. Her travels eventually brought her to Halifax, and it was there, in the community of Cow Bay, that she met her husband, Raymond. Together they built a life, a family, and a new community of friends. Throughout her nursing career at various hospitals in Halifax, and then in Truro until her retirement, Moyra’s compassionate care touched countless lives. Her dedication to her profession was matched only by the warmth and kindness she exuded to all who crossed her path. She was frequently called upon by friends and those in the neighborhood for support of ailments, a kind word of advice, or a compassionate shoulder to lean on. Moyra could always be counted on to ‘give it to you straight’, and her cool demeanor made her an ideal person to have around in a time of crisis. Moyra loved her adopted hometown of Truro, particularly the nearby Victoria Park and all it had to offer. She and Ray built a loyal community of friends here, some of whom they spent time with playing tennis, curling, cribbage or lawn bowling. In the fall, Moyra and Ray could often be found on the winding roads of Cape Breton, enjoying the fall colors, the sound of the fiddles, and a feed of fish and chips. Moyra is survived by her husband, Raymond; children, Jeffrey, Katherine (Peter), and John (Leslie); grandchildren, Olivia, Rebecca, Corbin, Nora, Hilary, Danah and Brody; as well as her brothers, Jim, Bruce (Margret), and Tammy (Christine). She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. As we mourn Moyra's passing, let us celebrate the love and compassion she leaves behind. May her memory continue to inspire kindness and generosity in us all. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Truro Fire Hall on May 4, from 2:30 - 4:30 PM.