Sandra Louise Alexander

Dec 27, 1937 - Jul 08, 2026

The family of Sandra Louise Alexander (nee Watt), a longtime resident of Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, is saddened to announce her peaceful passing on July 8, 2026, in Ottawa, Ontario, at the age of 88, from a recent cancer diagnosis.

“Sandy” as she was lovingly known by her husband, Peter, who predeceased her by three years, will be deeply missed by her children, Ian (Tracy), Kerry and David and her grandchildren Sophie, Natasha and Christian. Born in Toronto to the late Robert Watt and Francis “Bill” Watt (Acker), Sandra was predeceased by her brothers, Barney and Jeff Watt. She is survived by her brother, Jim Watt and her sisters-in-law, Holly Watt, Sue Watt, Elly Ruge and Jane Christie.

Sandra’s early years were spent in St. Jean, Quebec, known fondly to her as “St. John’s,” where she commuted daily to Montreal West High School. She married Peter in 1963 and after starting their family in Montreal, moved to Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia in Although not originally from Nova Scotia, for the rest of her life, Sandra was a proud Maritimer and never missed a moment to extol the warmth of Atlantic Canada especially the South Shore of Nova Scotia where she lived for nearly 35 years.

Sandra lived a life marked by her willingness to volunteer in whatever community she found herself. Her long-standing volunteer roles included supporting her daughter’s youth sports, managing the Halifax IWK Children’s Hospital Gift Shop, volunteering with Lunenburg RCMP Detachment’s Victim Services Program, and serving at St. James Anglican Church in Mahone Bay.

A talented quilter, Sandra expressed her love for her family through the countless hours she spent creating beautiful quilts for her children and grandchildren. These treasured quilts remain a lasting reminder of her love.

Sandra will be remembered for her friendliness, gregarious nature and her love for her family.

The family wishes to thank the personal care workers and nursing staff who provided Sandra with exceptional care and support in her final days.

A Celebration of Life will take place on July 14, 2026, at 1 pm at the Villagia in The Glebe Retirement Community, 480 Metcalfe Street, Ottawa. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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4 Comments

Rebecca July 19, 2026 at 2:07 am - Reply

I am so saddened to hear that Sandra passed away. She had the biggest heart and kindest smile. She always had a smart comment. She loved being the resident ambassador at Villagia. She will be greatly missed
Cheryl Dollard July 15, 2026 at 9:06 pm - Reply

Dave, Ian, Kerry and families,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was extended family to me, as you all are. I still remember the day she introduced herself to me at the Mayflower Quilters Guild Meeting in Halifax so many years ago – as David’s mom… It took me a moment to put that together with you Dave : ). I enjoyed many, many conversations with her about quilting and fabric and all the different projects and activities she was working on. She was also very proud of you all. Sending my most heartfelt thoughts and condolences at this time.
Love, Cheryl
Wilma Stewart-White July 12, 2026 at 8:43 pm - Reply

The Alexander and Stewart families have been close for 3 generations
We will all miss Sandy deeply
Lisa Porter July 10, 2026 at 9:49 pm - Reply

As a child, Aunt Sandra always made the effort to ensure I was included. At family gatherings it often felt as though she was quite excited to spent time with me, but as an adult I’ve come to realise that she simply had a gift for making everyone feel valued. She also had a playful streak that became part of our family story she called my dad Jimmy, and before long all the cousins were calling him Uncle Jimmy, we still had to call him Dad.

She carried that warmth throughout all her interactions with me, whenever the family came together, she remembered the smallest details about my career, my children, and what was happening in my world and she showed such genuine interest every time we spoke.
I still smile thinking about how at my sisters wedding, she had something “English” to chat about with my side of the family, Coronation Street, though I’m not sure she ever actually watched it.

While I was only a small part of her wide network of family and friends, Aunt Sandra’s warmth and humour will always stay with me.

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Rebecca

I am so saddened to hear that Sandra passed away. She had the biggest heart and kindest smile. She always had a smart comment. She loved being the resident ambassador at Villagia. She will be greatly missed

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Cheryl Dollard

Dave, Ian, Kerry and families, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was extended family to me, as you all are. I still remember the day she introduced herself to me at the Mayflower Quilters Guild Meeting in Halifax so many years ago - as David's mom... It took me a moment to put that together with you Dave : ). I enjoyed many, many conversations with her about quilting and fabric and all the different projects and activities she was working on. She was also very proud of you all. Sending my most heartfelt thoughts and condolences at this time. Love, Cheryl

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Wilma Stewart-White

The Alexander and Stewart families have been close for 3 generations We will all miss Sandy deeply

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Lisa Porter

As a child, Aunt Sandra always made the effort to ensure I was included. At family gatherings it often felt as though she was quite excited to spent time with me, but as an adult I’ve come to realise that she simply had a gift for making everyone feel valued. She also had a playful streak that became part of our family story she called my dad Jimmy, and before long all the cousins were calling him Uncle Jimmy, we still had to call him Dad. She carried that warmth throughout all her interactions with me, whenever the family came together, she remembered the smallest details about my career, my children, and what was happening in my world and she showed such genuine interest every time we spoke. I still smile thinking about how at my sisters wedding, she had something “English” to chat about with my side of the family, Coronation Street, though I’m not sure she ever actually watched it. While I was only a small part of her wide network of family and friends, Aunt Sandra’s warmth and humour will always stay with me.

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