BOND - Dorothy Isabel "Dottie", age 82, of West Gore, passed away on February 23, 2017 at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Scotch Village on March 13, 1934, she was a daughter of the late John and Dorothy (Wilcox) Dearman. In her younger years, Dottie enjoyed racing stock cars; she was a loving mother who was devoted to her family. Dottie is survived by her daughters, Doreen (Gordon) Weir and Darlene Bond (Billy); sons, Russell (Theresa), Ross, and Robert (Mary); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Marjorie MacDougall and Minnie Singer; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Dottie was predeceased by her husband, Albert Bond; companion, Gilbert Dimock; sisters, Gladys and Pearl; brother, Johnny; and grandson, Jason. Cremation has taken place with no visitation by request. A graveside committal service will be held in West Gore Cemetery on Wednesday, March 1 at 2pm, Rev. Angus R. MacDonald officiating. The family wishes to thank the VON, paramedics, firefighters, and the nurses at CEHHC for their care and kindness. Donations in memory of Dottie may be made to the Gore District Fire Department, 1020 NS-202, East Hants, NS B0N 2N0 or Rawdon District Fire Department, 3869 Nova Scotia Trunk 14, Upper Rawdon, NS B0N 2N0. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of the J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy 354, Kennetcook, ph 1-902-362-2440 or please visit our web site at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book or send private condolences.