Obituary of Susan Winnifred Chaisson

Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family at her home in Stratford on Friday, May 23, 2025 the death occurred of Susan Winnifred Chaisson (MacAulay) of Stratford, age 93 years.  

Loving mother of Darrell (deceased), Debbie MacDonald (Victor), Brenda MacCormack (Peter), Sharon Chaisson, Mary Lee Larkin (Larry), Marlene Robichaud (Herbie), Michele MacAulay (Ron) and Frances Mahar (John). Cherished grandmother of 30 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren. Sister of Helen Brown and sister-in-law of Kitty MacAulay and Everett MacDonald. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Joe and Julia (Doyle) MacAulay, husband Emmett Chaisson, brothers John, Eugene (Frances), sister Joanne MacDonald and brother-in-law Ivan Brown.

Susan grew up in Sheep Pond, where she developed a love for the family farm. She later attended school at the convent in Souris. As a teenager, she became independent, living and teaching school in Johnston’s River, where she formed lifelong friendships and connections. In 1956, Susan married Emmett and found great joy in raising their family of eight young children. 

Tragically, in 1963, Susan lost Emmett. Despite the loss, she persevered, working tirelessly to provide for her young family and keep them together. Throughout her life, Susan faced numerous hardships and struggles. Yet, she consistently demonstrated resilience and gratitude, embodying a mantra that guided her until her last day. 

Susan’s philosophy of faith, acceptance and focusing on the positive aspects of any situation, will be cherished and carried on, by her children ‘Little Darlings’, grandchildren and great-grandchildren ’Hugabugs’, all of whom she held so dear.

Resting at Hillsboro Funeral Home from where visiting hours will be held on Monday, May 26, 2025 from 6:30-8:30 pm. Transferred from Hillsboro Funeral Home to Dingwell Funeral Home for visiting hours Tuesday from 5-7 pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held from St Mary's Church, Souris Wednesday at 3pm. Interment in St Alexis Cemetery, Rollo Bay.

Memorial donations may be made online to PEI Association for Community Living or the Home Care Integrative Palliative Care Program.

Arrangements entrusted to Hillsboro Funeral Home, Stratford.