HEFFERNAN (WHITE) Alice Margaret - Passed away peacefully on December 25, 2017. She is predeceased by Bernie Heffernan, her beloved husband of 57 years. Loving mother of Dianne, Carl (Liz), Peter, Susan (Gord) and Kathy (Andrew). Cherished Granny to Matthew (Erin), Nicholas (Tanya), Dean, Erika, A.K., Kyle, Sarah, Aidan, Callum and Devyn, and great-granny to Pheenyx and Briar. Treasured sister, aunt, friend and volunteer. Born in Toronto, Ontario, April 11, 1924. Mom gave generously to her family, friends, the church and career (retired from North York General Hospital in 1988). She had a big heart that held a special place for those in need, children and animals. Her strength, positive attitude and humour were inspirational. Alice will be greatly missed. A heartfelt thank you to May, an incredible caregiver and friend. Thank you to the staff of Houses of Providence (especially the Chestnut Wing) for their compassionate care. On Tuesday, January 2, there is visitation from 10:30 - 11:30 am, her funeral at 11:30 am, followed by a reception, all at Mount Pleasant Funeral Centre, 375 Mount Pleasant Road (North of St Clair, East gate entrance), Toronto, ON. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimers Society of Canada.