Nancy Ship

In Montreal surrounded by her family and friends on Monday, March 24th, 2025 in her ninety-sixth year. Beloved wife and best friend of Harold Ship for over 60 years (1922 to 2013). Proud and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Martin Ship and Don Kinder, Heidi Ship, Annabelle Ship and John Sanders (1947 to 2022) and Steven Ship and Chantae Vetrice. Only child of the late David Solomon (Solomovich) and the late Bella (Belle) Rosenthal. 

Born in Montreal Quebec, Nancy was one of Quebec’s first Speech Language Pathologists and a strong advocate for language delayed children and their parents. Founding member of the Speech and Hearing Association of Quebec. Working professionally well into her eighties, Nancy was a life long learner, energetic colleague and a curious world traveler. Growing up above her mother’s dress store in Montreal’s golden mile Nancy was educated at the High School of Montreal, McGill University, and the University of Michigan. Nancy was a committed and generous friend. Her many friendships spanned generations and geography. 

Heartfelt thanks to the group of committed caregivers that allowed Nancy to thrive and live independently at her home, Wendy Fontellio, Samantha Pierre, Thelma Marshall, Nikky Odogivon, Cheryl Baxter, and the CLSC workers. 

Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., Montreal, on Friday, March 28th, at 1:00 pm. Burial at the Ship Family Circle Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at her home in Westmount, Quebec. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Donald Berman Yaldei Developmental Center (514-279-3666), or the Zera Café (514-734-1640).