East Pembroke- Lyla J. McEwen, 97 of East Pembroke peacefully entered into the arms of Jesus on Sunday January 26, in the comfort of her home with her daughter and son-in-law by her side.
McEwen, together with her husband, the late Rev. Carman E. Her bible was her most cherished possession. She will always be remembered for the legacy that she has left of a deeply rooted faith in God and for being an avid prayer warrior. She never met a stranger. Her many acts of kindness toward others left a significant impact on the lives of those she met.
Her home was full of unending love; her door was always open. She loved her family dearly. Her greatest joy was spending time with them. No one ever left hungry; always something on hand for the sweet tooth.
She was forever the jokester and full of wit. She loved to sing, play the piano and guitar, all by ear. Spoiling her pup was a daily task. Gardening was near and dear to her.
She enjoyed working with flowers and plants; with a green thumb like none other. In recent years, learning to text to stay connected with family and friends, near and far, became a favorite pastime. She was preceded in death by eight siblings, her sister, Lula Flieler, of Whitby, Ontario, Canada, has since passed February 3, , and one great grandchild. She will be laid to rest, next to her husband of 65 years, in Hillside Cemetery, Corfu.
