Woman killed by husband in Mahone Bay, N.S., described as well-loved, funny

Family members of a 60-year-old Nova Scotia woman killed by her partner say she was an 'effortlessly funny' person who could also be lovingly honest and direct.

Family members of a 60-year-old Nova Scotia woman killed by her partner say she was an "effortlessly funny" person who could also be lovingly honest and direct.

In a statement on Monday, the Elizabeth Fry Society of Mainland Nova Scotia identified the victim as Elaine Mosher of Mahone Bay, N.S., a community 90 kilometres southwest of Halifax. The group worked with Mosher's niece and sister to compose the tribute to the victim, describing her as an avid gardener who was part of a "close-knit" family.

"She was well-known for her delicious, bright-red tomatoes that were `out of this world,' which she generously shared with her family and friends. At gatherings, good food for Elaine and her siblings was a must, especially fresh lobster," the statement said.

"Elaine was a devoted daughter, sister, and aunt, frequently fishing and lobstering with her father before he passed, going on drives with her mother on weekends, and getting together for coffee and conversation with her sisters as often as she could."

Police say Mosher's husband killed her and then killed himself at their home on Jan. 5. She was one of six women police say were killed by their male partners since the province in September declared that intimate partner violence is an "epidemic."

The tribute said Mosher shared her commitment to others through the many jobs she had over the years, including as a "well-loved bus driver," dedicated caretaker at Rissers Beach Provincial Park, and through her work at the provincial Department of Natural Resources.

Emma Halpern, director of the Elizabeth Fry Society, said the family wants the public to "realize Elaine Mosher is so much more than a victim."