MERRY CHRISTMAS FOLKS, I just couldn't resist sending this over the list. Welsh singer John ac Alun - Chwarelwr (melody is '"Working Man'" by Cape Bretoner, Rita MacNeil) Song is sung in Welsh with English translations. John ac Alun performing 'Chwarelwr' at the 40th Anniversary celebrations of Sain Records in Bala. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBcFSlWWi7Q CHWARELWR I am a quarryman And this is my wish That I may once again See the sun From inside the mountain Where nobody saw the dawn Let me once more See the sun Innocent to the quarry I'm here to earn a wage Before my 15th birthday One month after burying my father His life was so cheap To quarry more slates Was his sole purpose Chorus I am a quarryman And this is my wish That I may once more See the sun From inside the mountain Where nobody saw the dawn Let me once more See the sun I thought a few times But now I know it's a fact There is no escaping From the hole Loneliness will come to me Only the echo of a pick and shovel Oh to be able to work In the open air (Sing along) Chorus I am a quarryman And this is my wish That I may once more See the sun From inside the mountain Where nobody saw the dawn Let me once more See the sun I am a quarryman And this is my wish That I may once more See the sun From inside the mountain Where nobody saw the dawn Let me once more See the sun Let me once more See the sun (Thank you very much) *****************************

Cape Breton Deaths December 17, 2010 Friday There are 5 obituaries published for today. Diane Janet (Clarkson) MacDonald George 'Doad' Burte Maria Payne Leonard 'Len' Mulley Regina (Berube) Collins ******************************************************************************************************* Diane Janet (Clarkson) MacDonald Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 16/12/2010 On Dec. 16, 2010, heaven rejoiced as a bell rang out to announce that another angel received her wings. Diane Janet (Clarkson) MacDonald was called home by her maker and Lord surrounded by her loving family and friends after a brief, but heroic, battle with cancer. Aside from family and community life, Diane worked for many years with the Royal Bank in Sydney Mines and North Sydney where she enjoyed her time with colleagues and customers. Diane was predeceased by her loving parents, Daniel and Annie Clarkson, as well as many beloved family members (Clarkson and Bernon). Diane is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Ian; children, Jennifer and Sean (Amy); brother, Tommy (Shirley) Clarkson; parents-in-law, Dougie and Connie MacDonald; immediate family, Stuart (Linda) MacDonald, Bill (Alice) MacDonald, Sandra MacDonald. Joined to mourn are many family and friends including, mentor and cousin, Blanche Gibbs; cousin and close friend, Janet Gordon; lifelong friends, Lois and Joe Mitchelitis and family; close friend, Cecil Clarke and family. A special thank you for outstanding care, understanding and compassion is extended to Louise McKeough and Dr. Michel McKeough as well as to the professional and dedicated staff of the Cape Breton Cancer Centre and the district health authority. Heartfelt appreciation is extended to our St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church family and friends. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation at Diane's request. A memorial service celebrating Diane's life will be held Saturday, Dec. 18 at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Sydney Mines, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Marion Barclay MacKay officiating. Donations in Diane's memory may be made to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church or the Cape Breton Cancer Centre capital campaign. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. "But those who look to the Lord will win new strength, they will soar as on eagles' wings; they will run and not feel faint, march on and not grow weary." ~ Isaiah 40:31 ****************************************************** George 'Doad' Burte Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 21/06/1925 Passed away in: Bridgeport, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/12/2010 It is with broken hearts, we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, George 'Doad' Burte , following a brief but courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday evening, Dec. 14, 2010, at his residence. At the time of his death, George was surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, June 21, 1925, George was the son of the late Thomas and Susan (Budge) Burte. George was a member of St. Mary's Anglican Church, Glace Bay. He was a veteran of the Second World War and the Korean Conflict. George was a retired coal miner, having worked in No. 26 Colliery from 1957 to 1984. He was a hard worker who loved to shovel snow; he also enjoyed working around the yard and going to the gym. But mostly, George will be remembered as a family man. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Jean (King) Burte; daughters, Helen (Steven) Theal, Amherst, Nancy (Dougie) Demeyere, Dominion, Susan (Robert) MacAulay, Sydney; and one son, Eldon (Florence), Oromocto. Also surviving are nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Fan Bates, Bette Bates, Vina Murphy (Terrence); special friend, Lief Morrison and his family; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, George was predeceased by two sons in infancy, precious granddaughter, Michaela Burte, four brothers and one sister. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral service, officiated by Rev. Vernon Reid is Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel followed by interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. As an expression of sympathy for George, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the IWK Hospital or the Spina Bifida Association. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************* Maria Payne Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/12/2010 The visitation for Maria Payne, who passed away on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, will be held Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Norman MacPhee, is Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church, Glace Bay. Interment to follow in St. Anne's Cemetery. All are welcome to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. Maria is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. The complete obituary can be viewed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************* Leonard 'Len' Mulley Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 15/12/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leonard 'Len' Mulley on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, in Hillside Pines Nursing Home, Bridgewater, where he had been residing. Born in Sydney Mines, he was a son of the late J.W. and Marion (Harnen) Mulley. Len grew up in Florence, Cape Breton, where he enjoyed the companionship of his many brothers and sisters. Len joined the RCAF flying NATO missions all over the world until retirement in Greenwood, after 20 years of service. After retiring from the service, he wrote for and obtained his journeyman's electrical papers and returned to work for DND Greenwood where he finished his working career. Len was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting at his camp in Middle River, Cape Breton; where he also enjoyed visiting friends and family and would take great pleasure in rounding up a good game of cards. While at home in the valley, Len also liked his cards, especially his poker night as well as tinkering with old cars. He was a real character and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Len is survived by his son, John Mulley (Susie Whynacht); brothers, John R. Mulley, Wesley Mulley, Wayne Mulley; sisters, Minnie MacLean, Mamie Johnstone. He was predeceased by his wife, Ada (Gear) Mulley; brothers, Murdock, Angus, Bill, sisters, Ina Mae, Susan, Madeline. Arrangements entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater. A public graveside service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010, in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Rev. David Luker officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hillside Pines Nursing Home or charity of choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.sweenysfuneralhome.com. ****************************************************** Regina (Berube) Collins Born in: Maine, United States Passed away in: Staten Island, New York, United States Passed away on: 16/12/2010 Notification has been received of the passing of Regina (Berube) Collins on Dec. 16, 2010, in Staten Island, New York. A native of Maine, she was married to the late Sarto Collins of South West Margaree. Surviving relatives include nephews, Cecil Collins and Fr. Angus J. MacLeod and nieces, Anne Watts, Margaret MacLellan and Catherine Grant. Burial will be in New York. Her brother's obit: Rocky Mountain News (Denver, CO) September 25, 1999 * EMIL BERUBE, 90, of Thornton died Sept. 10. Services were Sept. 16, with burial at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Mr. Berube was born in Soldier Pond, Maine, on Jan. 25, 1909. He married Ellen Cronin, 1935. He served in the Air Force. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Survivors include his daughters Elaine Myers of Thornton and Carol Lee of North Carolina; sisters Regina Collins and Marie Gallant, both of New York; brother Harmidas of Canada; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Greetings All FYI. The latest issue of 'Gordon Watts Reports' is now online and accessible at http://globalgenealogy.com/globalgazette/gazgw/gazgw-0127.htm Topics in this column include: * Long-form Census * Second Court action taken on long-form Census * Merry Christmas May I take this time to wish each of you the Very Merriest Christmas, and a Fantastic New Year! If you are travelling during this festive time of year, please be careful. Take a little extra time to ensure you arrive, and return home, safely. Have a great day!! Gordon A. Watts gordon_watts@telus.net Co-chair, Canada Census Committee Port Coquitlam, British Columbia Read my column, 'Gordon Watts Reports' at http://globalgenealogy.com/globalgazette/authors/authgw.htm

Cape Breton Deaths December 16, 2010 Thursday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Ernest 'Butchie' Penny Maria Findella (Harrietha) Payne Catherine Ann Cholock Jack Columbus ******************************************************************************************************* Ernest 'Butchie' Penny Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 15/12/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear brother and uncle, Ernest 'Butchie' George Penny, on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in North Sydney, Ernest was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Rena (Lynch) Penny. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. For a number of years, Butchie attended the Adult Learning Centre on Haley Street. He enjoyed reading comics, singing and listening to music. Butchie is survived by one brother, William 'Bill' (Rita) Penny, North Sydney and will be sadly missed by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Georgina Sakalauskas-Smith, Minnie Penny, Louise Clements, Cecilia Evoy and brother, Eddy Lynch. The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. John Kirkpatrick and the staff of 4 West at the Northside General Hospital, for the care given to 'Butchie' during the past number of years. There will be no visitation by request. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010 at St. Joseph Church North Sydney, with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. ****************************************************** Maria Findella (Harrietha) Payne Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/12/2010 Maria Payne, 93, of MacAulay Avenue, Glace Bay, passed away Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Lucy (Murphy) Harrietha. Maria was a member of St. Anthony's Church, Glace Bay. She was employed for several years in the maintenance department at schools in Glace Bay and Uculet, B.C. Maria was a very gentle and compassionate lady who was very faithful to her religion. She loved to skate and dance and was an avid hockey and baseball fan. Maria had a special place in her heart for animals. She is survived by her adopted sons, Michael John and George; brother, Stephen Harrietha, Glace Bay; and nephew, Michael Harrietha (Carol Anne), with whom she resided. Maria was predeceased by her husband, John Payne, four brothers, Edward, Gualbert, Francis, Colin in infancy, six sisters, Annie, Magdalen, Regina and Gloria, Rose Angela, Elizabeth in infancy. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace Bay. As an expression of sympathy for Maria, memorial donations in her memory may be made to the SPCA. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************* Catherine Ann Cholock Born in: Southwest Margaree, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Whitney Pier, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/12/2010 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Catherine Ann Cholock at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Dec. 14, 2010. Born in Southwest Margaree, N.S., Catherine was the daughter of the late Angus R. and Mary Flora MacLellan. Catherine worked at the steel plant hospital for many years. She loved to spend time with her family. Catherine is survived by her children, Bernard Cholock, Halifax, Florence (Stuart) MacKenzie, Sydney River, Louise Cholock, Halifax, Michael Cholock, with whom she resided in Whitney Pier; and one grandson, Chris MacKenzie, Sydney River. Besides her parents, Catherine was predeceased by her husband, Samuel, brothers, Alec and Dougald MacLellan. Visitation and funeral service to honour the late Catherine Ann Cholock will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Friday, Dec. 17, 2010. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. Light refreshments will be shared during the visitation. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Family flowers only, donations in Catherine's memory may be made to the VON. The family would like to send a special thank you to Roxanne Trevors, Dr. Chris Lawand, EHS paramedics and the City Wide cab driver. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of the Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************* Jack Columbus Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 15/12/2010 Former Sydney broadcaster, Jack Columbus died on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2010, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, at the age of 64. He was the son of the late Hyman and Freda (Hamburg) of New Waterford. Jack is survived by his wife, Sharon (Lahey) and his three children, Erin (Jason) Doyle, Lauren and Jeffrey (Jody) Columbus; sisters, Hinda (David) MacLean of Antigonish, N.S. and Brenda (Kevin) Steiger of New Waterford, N.S. He is also survived by grandchildren, Briony and Donovan Doyle; his mother-in-law, Cecilia Lahey and lifelong friend, Alan Leith, as well as numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. Jack was predeceased by his brothers, Alexander and Michael. He was a graduate of Central High School in New Waterford and attended the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton and Saint John, N.B. Jack began his broadcasting career with CHER Radio in Sydney shortly after the station launched in 1966. His career included radio and television duties at CJCB-AM and FM and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporations radio and television services in Sydney. Jack was an active member of the amateur radio fraternity and held licenses VE1AIJ and VE1XT. Memorable contacts included those with the King of Jordan and the orbiting space station, as well as with thousands of amateur radio operators around the world. He was an active member of the Congregation Sons of Israel in New Waterford and the Temple Sons of Israel in Sydney. Jack was the Cape Breton representative of the Atlantic Jewish Council and active in Holocaust Education. He enjoyed spending time with his much loved grandchildren and with his late brother, Michael and family in Israel. Jack took a keen interest in the current political landscape and the sporting world with a particular passion for the Montreal Canadiens. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday after 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday 2 p.m., with Rabbi David Ellis officiating. Interment in the Hebrew Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jack's memory to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ****** EXTRA from the CBPost ********** BY ERIN POTTIE CAPE BRETON POST epottie@cbpost.com Sydney broadcaster dies after lengthy battle with illness SYDNEY - A Sydney broadcaster with a passion for delivering news important to Cape Bretoner's has died after battling illness for some time. Jack Columbus, who hosted the former Canadian Broadcasting Corp. program Cape Breton Report, died at hospital in Sydney, Wednesday morning. Friends close to the 64-year-old say he had been undergoing treatment for cancer. Columbus got his start in broadcasting at CHER Radio in Sydney shortly after the station launched in 1966. His work experience also includes stints at CJCB AM and FM and at CBC radio and television services in Sydney. Columbus was also an active member of the amateur radio fraternity and held licences VE1AIJ and VE1XT. "I did work with Jack in both radio and television," said Hal Higgins, a local CBC Nova Scotia broadcaster. "He was a real pleasure to work with because he was such an enthusiast about covering news around Cape Breton. He certainly had a passion for it. He was great fun to work with - he didn't take himself too seriously, but he did take his work seriously." Higgins said a lot of people admired Columbus for his varied background in local reporting both in radio and television. He was also perceived as a family man and gentleman, who was always interested in goings-on in the community. "He worked at all the stations in Sydney at the time when there were only three stations," said Higgins. " We'll miss him, and we're very saddened, all of us, by his passing." Columbus was also an active member of Cape Breton's dwindling Jewish community as a member of the Congregation Sons of Israel in New Waterford and the Temple Sons of Israel in Sydney and was the Cape Breton representative on the Atlantic Jewish Council and active in Holocaust education. Friend David Ein said Columbus "was a fine man" who was dedicated to keeping the Jewish heritage in the region. He said Columbus held a Hanukkah party for Jewish members at his home earlier this month. In the fall, Columbus had also started a movie film festival at temple to bring Jewish congregants together. "Everybody had nothing but respect for Jack," said Ein. Columbus leaves behind wife Sharon, three children and two grandchildren. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 15, 2010 Wednesday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Eileen H. McInnis Ann Cholock Effie Frances Elizabeth (Morris) MacDonald Catherine Christina Carey ******************************************************************************************************* Eileen H. McInnis Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 22/02/1924 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/12/2010 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear, loving Mother, Eileen McInnis on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born Feb. 22, 1924, in Glace Bay, Eileen was the daughter of the late Alex (Boonie) and Katie-Ann (McPhee) McDonald. Eileen was a veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force and for many years was a very devoted, faithful, and active parishioner of St. John the Baptist Church, New Aberdeen. Eileen will be sadly missed by her loving children, Maureen (Allister) McLeod, with whom she resided, Glace Bay, Alex (Roseanne), St. John's, N.L., John (Cathy), Glace Bay, and Bea (Huck) Buckland, Sydney; grandchildren, Sean (Karen) McLeod, Fredericton, N.B., Shealene (Joe) Barrett, Glace Bay, Katie-Ann (Glenn) Richardson, St. John's, N.L., Krista (Stephen) Gillard, Glace Bay, Fraser (Lacey) McInnis, Kelowna, B.C., Jeffrey (Jacqueline) McInnis, Upper Tantalon, N.S., Alison (John) Hannan, Glace Bay, Carolyn McInnis, Kingston, Ont., Laura McInnis, Glace Bay, and Justine Buckland, Sydney. Eileen also leaves to mourn her precious, great-grandchildren, Justin and Connor McLeod, Alexandra and Lauren Barrett, Katie and Carly McInnis, Lexy Richardson and Tessa Hannan, whom she cherished with all her heart. Eileen is also survived by sister, Dorothy Tanner, Malden, Mass., and her longtime friend, Clare McNeil, Glace Bay. Eileen was predeceased by the love of her life, Shea, in 1974, as well as her grandson, Donald Fraser, her sisters, Beatrice Jennings, Peggy Wilkie and Elsie Wilkie, her brother, Alex 'Brother' McDonald, and daughter-in-law, Donna McInnis. A special thank you to the nurses and staff of floor 3A at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, as well as the nurses and staff of 3West at the Glace Bay Hospital during Eileen's short stay over the past week and a half. Visitation will take place at Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place Friday at St. John the Baptist Church, New Aberdeen, at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Eileen's memory can be made to An Cala Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Condolences may be sent to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." ~Author Unknown ****************************************************** Ann Cholock Passed away in: Whitney Pier, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/12/2010 It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Ann Cholock announce her sudden passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Dec. 14, 2010. Full obituary will be in Cape Breton Post on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of the Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************* Effie Frances Elizabeth (Morris) MacDonald Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/12/2010 We the family of Effie MacDonald, 71, of Drew Street, Glace Bay, are saddened to announce her passing Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at her residence. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Margaret (Stewart) Morris. Effie lived in Toronto for over 30 years; where she was employed at local department stores. Effie loved animals; especially cats. But mostly, she will be remembered as a quiet and mild-mannered lady. Effie was a wonderful wife of 50 years to her husband, Basil MacDonald, and mother to her daughters, Denise MacDonald and Deborah (MacDonald) Inovye. She is survived by a sister-in-law, Jean Morris; sister, Marquerite (Morris) MacDonald; brother-in-law, Lloyd MacDonald, Diane (Morris) Warren; brother-in-law, Richard Warren; brothers, Dannie (Teresa) Morris and Stewart Morris. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Effie was predeceased by her older brother, Michael Morris. There will be no visitation or funeral mass. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace Bay. Interment and graveside prayers will be done at a later date in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Glace Bay. As an expression of sympathy for Effie, memorial donations in her memory may be made to the SPCA or local animal shelter. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************* Catherine Christina Carey Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/12/2010 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Catherine Christina (MacMullin) Carey at the Northside General Hospital on Dec. 13, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney Mines, Catherine was the daughter of the late Stephen and Mary (Jobes) MacMullin, and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. A member of St. Pius X parish, Catherine was an active member of the CWL, having received her 50-year service pin in 2009. In her younger years Catherine enjoyed camping, bowling, her 'club' night and her card games. She was on the housekeeping staff at the Northside General Hospital for 19 years, retiring to enjoy more time with her family. She is survived by her children, Geraldine (Rod) Ferguson, with whom she resided, Maureen (Michael) Harrietha, Ottawa, Pauline, Georges River, Brian (Natalie), Florence, Joan (Art) Rideout Florence; grandchildren, Christopher (Lydia), Ottawa, Sheryl (Claudette), Ottawa, Craig (Juanita), Cynthia (Ron), Angela (Brad), Halifax, Brian Matthew (Danielle), Millville, Stacey (Derrick), Halifax, Gerard, Sydney, Jason (Charlene), Calgary, Kyle, Florence; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Lorraine MacMullin, Marie Carey; special friend, Annie Mae MacKinnon and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Catherine was predeceased by her husband, Leonard, sons, James (in infancy) and Michael, grandson, Trevor Rideout, brothers, Malcolm, Michael, Francis, John Archie, James and Alexander. Visitation will be held at J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Main Street, Sydney Mines, on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of Catherine's life will be held Friday 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Church with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Following the mass a reception will be held at the parish hall. Charitable donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation, palliative care or charity of choice. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. "Her golden heart stopped beating Her gentle hands are at rest". ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

The Washington Post December 10, 2010 Friday Nova Scotia: Always a home for the holidays By Andrea Sachs Washington Post Staff Writer http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/12/10/AR2010121003117.html Enjoy folks.. Carol

Cape Breton Post December 14, 2010 BY SHARON MONTGOMERY-DUPE CAPE BRETON POST smontgomery@cbpost.com Fundraising calendar captures memories of community churches GLACE BAY - A fundraising project is capturing history and memories. Members of the Holy Cross Church fundraising committee are selling historic calendars featuring all 12 Catholic Churches in Glace Bay and area. " The calendars are beautiful," said Elaine MacGillivray, president of the committee. " We hope all the parishioners of the other churches will enjoy having their church in the calendar and will enjoy having this keepsake of our parishes' history. " We have a very active and innovated fundraising group," she said. " The goal is always to present interesting fundraisers that benefit our own parish as well as the community at large." The last fundraiser the committee took on was an anniversary cookbook. "It was a great success because the people of Glace Bay are known for being fabulous cooks." She said a volunteer took pictures of all the Catholic churches for their latest fundraiser. " What a wonderful memento for family and friends." The calendar includes Holy Cross, Holy Family Church in MacKay's Corner, Immaculate Conception, Bridgeport, St. Anne's, Glace Bay, St. Anthony's, Glace Bay, St. Eugene's, Dominion, St. Gregory's, Donkin, St. James, Gardiner Mines, St. John's, New Aberdeen, St. Joseph's, Reserve Mines, St. Leo's, Sterling Road, and St. Mary's, Port Morien. " The funds are used for the maintenance and upkeep of the church." The calendars are $12 each and can be purchased by calling Judy Lefort, 842-9658 or Cathy MacInnis, 849-9658 or Elaine MacGillivray, 849-8013.

Cape Breton Deaths December 14, 2010 Tuesday There are 3 obituaries published for today. Timothy 'Tim' LeVangie Doris (MacIntosh) Gavey Josie Gurney (O'Leary) ******************************************************************************************************* Timothy 'Tim' LeVangie Born in: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 23/08/1913 Passed away in: East Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/12/2010 It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Timothy Joseph 'Tim' LeVangie, 97, of East Bay, on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. Born in New Glasgow, Aug. 23, 1913, Tim, son of the late George LeVangie and Anastasia McKeough, was raised in Havre Boucher. Early in their marriage Tim and Betty moved to East Bay to raise their family. Tim was a loyal member of St. Mary's parish, East Bay. Tim, a member of the East Bay legion branch 151, was a four-year veteran of the Second World War, serving with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada. Tim was a longtime employee of the Municipal Ready Mix. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Tim will be fondly remembered as a very loving and devoted husband and father. Tim is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Elizabeth 'Betty' (DeCoste) and their children, Joan, at home; Alvin (Isabel), East Bay, and their children, Anne and Mark; Lloyd (Mary), East Bay, and their children, Danielle, Dolores, Tim (Estelle), Terry and Lawrence; Jacqueline (Gareth) Hoar, Halifax, and their son, David; Marion (Rev. David) Hann, Halifax, and their children, Chantel, Mason, Amy and Cyril; and Karen LeVangie, Dartmouth. Tim was predeceased by his son, Justin 'Jackie' Armand, sisters, Dorothy Bishop, Catherine LeVangie and brothers, Donald, Jack and George LeVangie. Visitation for Tim LeVangie will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 2 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, East Bay, with Rev. Frank Abbass officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Donations in Tim's memory may be made to St. Mary's Church, East Bay or Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney, or a charity of your choice. Online condolence to www.twcurry.com. The family sincerely thanks Dr. Peter Poulos and staff of the Northside Community Guest Home for the exceptional care given to Tim over the past four years. ****************************************************** Doris (MacIntosh) Gavey Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 21/12/1927 Passed away in: Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/12/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, wife, sister and aunt. Doris Elizbeth (MacIntosh) Gavey was born in Sydney on December 21, 1927, the daughter of RCMP Inspector John Murray MacIntosh and Bertha Clara Dixon. Doris passed away peacefully after a short illness in the Yarmouth Regional Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. She spent her early years in Yarmouth and after high school graduation she moved to Ontario where she lived for many years returning to Yarmouth in 1986. She enjoyed working in the garden, watching and feeding the birds, knitting and chatting with her friends and neighbours. She is survived by her daughter, Debra Gavey-Surette; grandchildren, Alexandra, Nicholas, Matthew, and Samantha, all of Yarmouth; husband, Stan; brothers, Charlie MacIntosh, Summerside, Frank (Dorothy) MacIntosh, Yarmouth; sisters, Eileen (Tony) Capobianco of Westborough Mass.; Vivian Winsor, Truro, Ann (Jim) MacIntosh, River Denys; many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Doris was predeceased by her brother, Edward; sister, Genevieve Cook; niece, Donna Lee MacIntosh; grandnephew, Jordan Roberts. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sweeny's Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Yarmouth. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 from 6-8 p.m. followed by a memorial service in Sweeny's Funeral Home Chapel, Yarmouth, with Rev. Jim Bragan and Pastor Larry Pennell officiating . Committal service will be held in the spring of 2011 in the family plot at Gillis Cove Cemetery, Orangedale, Cape Breton. Family flowers only, please. Donations may be made to the Tri County VON, Canadian Red Cross, Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences can be made by e-mailing sweenysfh@eastlink.ca or sign the guestbook online at www.sweenysfuneralhome.net. ****************************************************** Josie Gurney (O'Leary) A memorial service for the late Josie Gurney (O'Leary) will be held on Friday Dec. 17, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Parish. Reception to follow. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 13, 2010 Monday There are 6 obituaries published for today. Ronald William Jude McNeil Evelyn 'Evie' Syms Gertrude Jessome Joan (MacDonald) Sharpe John 'Theodore' Marsh Robert 'Bob' D. Campbell ******************************************************************************************************* Ronald William Jude McNeil Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/12/2010 Ronnie MacNeil, 73, of 33 Steele's Hill, Glace Bay, and a former resident of 90 3rd Street in the hub, passed away Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at his residence. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Daniel and Rose (Boone) MacNeil. Ronnie was a member of St. John's Church, Glace Bay. He was a coal miner by trade. Ronnie loved to play darts and would travel to Sydney to shoot at the French Club; he also loved going for drives in his van which never failed to stop at Tim Hortons; but mostly, Ronnie will be remembered for his kind and generous nature. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Margaret (Boutilier) MacNeil; his daughters, Lisa (Danny), with whom he resided, Joanne MacNeil, British Columbia; son, Troy MacNeil, Alberta; stepdaughters, Linda and Sylvia Pittman, Glace Bay; stepson, Greg Pittman, New Brunswick; and a brother, Sandy MacNeil, Westmount. Also surviving are grandchildren, Danette (Tom), whom he raised as his own child, Amanda and Greg Chislett, Jean Ann, Michelle, Bernice, Vanessa, Danielle; great-grandchildren, Nicole, Stephen, Christina, Ashley, Tyler, Rebecca Lynn and Charleigh. Ronnie was predeceased by brothers, Danny, Joe, Jim and two sisters, Patricia and Margie. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home,16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Leo Boone is Thursday, 11 a.m. in St. John's Church. Cremation to follow with interment at a later date. Special thank you to New Waterford Homecare, especially Billie Gracie for his kindness and compassion, you went above and beyond. Your great sense of humour could always put a smile on Dad's face. Also a thank you to Dr. Spencer for his home visits. As an expression of sympathy for Ronnie, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Evelyn 'Evie' Syms Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 12/12/2010 Evelyn Syms , formerly of Centreville Road, Reserve Mines, passed away Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010, at MacGillivary Guest Home, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late John and Jessie (MacLean) Gallant. Evie was active in the choir and altar society at St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. She was employed at the post office in Reserve for over 35 years. Evelyn was a very gracious and generous lady who loved children and animals. She was also a very social and community-minded person; always seen with a smile on her face. Evie will be sadly missed by all. She is survived by her brother, Wendell Gallant, Dartmouth; sister, Josie (Rannie) Ellsworth, Westmount; nieces, Tanya (Vaughn) Poirier and their children, Katie and Joey, Reserve Mines, Andrea, and her son, Avery, Maine, and Renee, Calgary. Evie will be sadly missed by her inlaws, the Syms Family. Evelyn was predeceased by her husband, Gerald 'Lindy' Syms in 2007, brother, Joe, sisters, Dorothy 'Dot,' Adline, Winnie and Muriel. A private visitation will be held at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. The funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday afternoon at 2 p.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines, with Rev. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Reception to follow in the parish hall. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for Evelyn, donations in her memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Gertrude Jessome Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/12/2010 Gertrude Jessome of Stirling Road, Glace Bay, passed away Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Bridget (Finnell) Kane. Gertrude had strong faith in her religion and was a member of St. John's Church, Glace Bay. At one time she was employed in the house keeping department at St. Joseph's Hospital, Glace Bay. She was a very quite lady who took great comfort in the gospel readings. Gertrude is survived by her son, Danny MacEachern and his companion, Joan, Glace Bay. She was predeceased by her first husband, Kern Jessome and her second common law husband, Simon MacEachern. Cremation has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Leo Boone is Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. John's Church followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ***************************************************** Joan (MacDonald) Sharpe Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 10/12/2010 In the early morning of Dec. 10, 2010, an earthly angel was called to heaven. It is with great sadness that the family of Joan (MacDonald) Sharpe announces her death at the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Hughie Dan and Agnes Elizabeth (Lewis) MacDonald. Joan was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Mom and her sisters, Catherine and Camella, lost their mother to cancer, as little girls. Each sister was given a wonderful home in their extended family of relatives, who adored them. Mom was brought up in Reserve, C.B., by her maternal uncle, the late Adam Lewis and his wife the late Adelaide (Lewis) Lewis. Not only was she loved by her special parents, but also her special brother and sister, the late Worrell (Emma) Lewis and the late Avice (Donald) Matheson. Joan worked at F.W. Woolworths for 23 years. She was involved in many volunteer organizations. She was a member of the Colchester Regional Hospital Auxiliary; volunteered in the Colchester Regional Hospital Coffee Shop; was a member of Cedar Stone Enhanced Care Facility Family Council and loved volunteering at Cedar Stone Enhanced Care Facility. She was a member of St. John's Princess Mary Guild and Hope Chest. Joan played bridge with the same group of wonderful 'Bridge Club Ladies' for 40 years. She was beloved by all who had the honour and privilege of knowing her. Joan's hospitality and noble Christian charity knew no bounds. She was not only an adored mother to all her children and grandchildren but was loved by countless others who, in her life time she had befriended. Joan's family was her pride and joy of her life. She is survived by her seven children, Joanne Ritcey (Greg Wilson), Truro, Sherene Sharpe, Bridgewater, Pamela Sharpe, Halifax, Murray 'Buddy' Sharpe, Edmonton, Melinda (Kirk) Miller, Truro, Adam (Jackie Penner), Edmonton, and Kirby Sharpe, Edmonton. Her grandchildren, Lisa (Nate Haddon), Jennifer, Ryan Ritcey, Patrick Hickey, Benjamin Sharpe, Trish (McNutt) Leblanc, Kennedy Miller and Steven Penner. Joan is also survived by her brother, Adam (Lois) Lewis, Sydney, and sister, Joyce (Don) Brown, Kanata, Ont., and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mom was predeceased by her loving husband of 55 years, Murray 'Buddy' Sharpe, sisters, Catherine MacNeil, Camella Hood, and son-in-law, Kirk Ritcey. The family wishes to thank Dr. Neil Bower, the ICU medical/nursing staff and the medical/nursing staff of 3 North for their care, concern and kindness for our mother. Special thanks to Anne White and Rev. Lori Ramsey for all of their continuous love and support. Visitation will be held Monday, Dec. 13 from 6-9 p.m. at Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro. Funeral service Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 2 p.m. at St. John's Anglican Church, 23 Church St., Truro. Interment in the Robie Street Cemetery. Donations in Joan's memory may be made to the Colchester Regional Hospital Auxiliary. Online condolences may be made at www.colchestercommunity.com. ******************************************************* John 'Theodore' Marsh Born in: Mill Creek, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Mill Creek, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/12/2010 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the sudden passing of our dear father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, John Theodore Marsh, on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Mill Creek, John was the son of the late John and Emma Marsh. He was a lifelong parishioner of St. Joseph Church in Bras d'Or. John was a proud veteran of the Second World War. He served in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. He worked many years in the coal mines, Princess Colliery and the Franklin mine. He enjoyed spending his spare time gardening. He took great pride in his vegetable and flower gardens. He will be fondly remembered for telling jokes, stories of the good old days, and his experiences of the Second World War. John is survived by his two daughters, Greta (Carl Hillier), Anne Cox, both of North Sydney; his sisters, Emmaline Turner, Mill Creek, Margaret Harrington of Ontario; brothers, Sylvester (Ella Mae) and Peter (Betty), both of Mill Creek, Louie (Norma) of Little Pond. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, Tammy, Paula, Jennifer, Darryl and Billy-Joe, and his great-grandchildren, Aaron, Michael Mason, Kendra and Courtney. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Olive (Pero), his son, Leonard, two grandchildren, Mary Louise, David Hillier, by sisters, Marcella, Mary, Regis, Evelyn, Marie and brothers, Wilfred, James, Gerald, Tommy and Lawrence. Special thanks to Betty, Donald, Teddy and Keith for their lifelong friendship with our dad. Thank you as well to Dr. Knott and the staff at the Northside General Hospital. There will be no visitation by request. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Church cemetery in Bras d'Or, or any charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. He left us suddenly His thoughts unknown, But left us a memory, We are proud to own. ****************************************************** Robert 'Bob' D. Campbell Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada Passed away on: 11/12/2010 Robert 'Bob' D. Campbell, 78, of Moncton, passed away peacefully at the Moncton Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010. Born in Sydney, N.S., he was the son of the late John and Margaret (Dwyer) Campbell. Bob was retired from the Federal Public Service (Department of Indian Affairs) with 32 years service and attended St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church. Bob enjoyed music, especially singing and playing the guitar, was an avid golfer at Magnetic Hill Golf and Country Club and had a keen interest for reading about history. He and Marie enjoyed travelling to Florida for 17 years (golfing), socializing with his friends and spending precious time with his family and grandkids. Bob will be sadly missed by his wife of over 52 years, Marie (Aucoin) Campbell; his children, Mike Campbell, Halifax, N.S., Pat Campbell (Gerard), Montreal, Que., Shauna Scott (John), Saint John, N.B., Kim MacMillan (Dave), Charlottetown, PEI, Dan Campbell (Ailish), Ottawa, Ont., Glen Campbell, Halifax, N.S.; his precious grandchildren, Ryan, Nick, Luke, Jenna, Julien, Brigitte, Matt, Jared, Brent, Justin, Chris, Rob, Mark, Stephen, Lochlan and Vivian; sisters, Keady Morrison, Fran Mackinnon (John), Ethel Turner, Regis Wheatley, Norah Aucoin (Gordon), Lois Haaheim (Don), Cata Clutterham (Don) and Carmel Kehler (Bill), all of British Columbia; brother, Chas (Minnie), Sydney, N.S.; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, predeceased by sisters, Sally, Agnes and Mary, brothers, Cyril, Michael, Dewey and Jack. Visitation at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Rd., Moncton, 506-858-1995, Tuesday 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m. Rev. Yvon Arsenault officiating. Reception following the Mass. Interment, Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery, Dieppe. In Bob's memory, donations to the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick, Friends of the Moncton Hospital or memorial of choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.fergusonknowlesfh.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Published in the Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on 12/11/2010 Jessie Elliot ELLIOT, Jessie Kathryn It is with great love we acknowledge a life well-lived and announce the passage of our beloved mother, Jessie Kathryn Elliot. "Kaye" was born in Inverness, Nova Scotia in 1915 to parents Duncan Gerald MacDonald and Georgina Goode Gray. Kaye was proud of her Cape Breton roots and possessed many of the qualities for which Cape Bretonners are famous: kind, loving, eternally cheerful and always thinking how she could help someone else. People wondered how Kaye could be so nice all the time. But there was nothing phony about it - it was the way she was. Those who knew her soon discovered that underneath the cheery exterior Kaye was strong as steel and the ultimate survivor. She was all about getting the job done and living life to the fullest - however long that may be. Kaye is predeceased by her sisters Margaret Helen (Peggy) MacDonald and Vivian Gray Fitzpatrick (nee MacDonald) and her brother John Clarence MacDonald. Kaye is survived by her brother-in-law Bill Elliot and wife Marg of Vancouver. In 1943 Kaye married the man who would be the love of her life, Ottowell Blake Elliot (predeceased). After their marriage in Sydney, Nova Scotia they came west to begin a new life in BC, Kaye demonstrating great courage to leave her Cape Breton home and train across a continent. "OB" became a highly respected educator and school principal in New Westminster for 43 years. Building a home on an acre of land in Coquitlam, Kaye and OB provided an idyllic childhood for their 4 children, Bill Elliot, Vivian Elliot, Helen Erlendson (nee Elliot) and Jim Elliot. Kaye and OB always put family first, ahead of their own material needs. They were additionally blessed to have Sonya Schneider and Trevor Erlendson join the family as life-partners to Bill and Helen respectively. Kaye was a proud grandmother to Christina Elliot, Erin Elliot, Melissa Erlendson, Amanda Erlendson and Chris Atkins. Like OB, Kaye loved the energy, hopes and dreams of the young, especially her own grandchildren. One of Kaye's lifelong passions was her involvement with the P.E.O. Sisterhood, a philanthropic educational organization dedicated to the advancement of young women. She was honoured with her 50-year gold-star PEO pin in 1995. A private interment will be followed by a public Celebration of Kaye's life on Monday, January 17, 2011, 2 p.m. at Como Lake United Church, 535 Marmont Street, Coquitlam B.C. In lieu of flowers a donation in Kaye's name to the Weatherby Pavilion at Peace Arch Hospital would be greatly appreciated.

Cape Breton Deaths December 11, 2010 Saturday There are 6 obituaries published for today. Bridget 'Bea' McMaster Daley Patrick Cadegan Jason Bishop Gay Lewis Norman Francis Donald Campbell ******************************************************************************************************* Bridget 'Bea' McMaster Daley Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 10/12/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bridget 'Bea' McMaster Daley, 100, of Seaview Manor, formerly of Heelan Street, New Waterford, on Dec. 10, 2010 at the manor. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Dan and Christina (McLellan) McEachern. She was a member of the former St. Agnes Parish, now the Parish Church of St. Leonard, the C.W.L., New Waterford Pensioners' Club, and the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 15, New Waterford. In earlier years, Bea was a housekeeper at various homes in town. She was family oriented and raised 12 children whom she loved dearly. A woman of great humour, she loved to cook and bake and would always have a feed on at her home when family and friends would arrive. Her specialty was blueberry pies. Bea also enjoyed playing darts and 45s and was an avid Toronto Blue Jays fan. She is survived by eight daughters, Christina Bonar, Ont., Loretta McMaster, Rachael (John) Storey, both of Hamilton, Ont., Emeline (Alexander) MacDonald, Alymer, Ont., Gertrude (Jim) Rigby, River Ryan, Marilyn (Whitney) LeDrew, Sydney, Esther McMaster, Sheila McMaster, both of New Waterford; one son, Danny (Vicki), Ont; one brother, Peter McEachern, Ont.; several grand, great, and great-great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews; special friends, Mary MacIntyre and Harold Morrison. Bea was predeceased by her first husband, John McMaster; second husband, Vincent Daley; two daughters, Cassie and Theresa McMaster; three sons, Peter Cyril 'Pepi', John, Carl; four brothers, Alex, John Allan 'Allie', Danny, Joe; three sisters, Cecilia Russell, Josephine MacKinnon and Florence 'Flo' Chisholm. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Monday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in St. Agnes cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Army, Navy, Airforce, Unit 217, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Patrick Cadegan Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/12/2010 We, the family of the late Patrick 'Paddy' Cadegan, New Waterford, regret to announce his sudden passing on Dec. 9, 2010, outside his home at age 69. Born in Glace Bay he was an avid fisherman and hunter in his younger years. Pat is survived by his wife, Kathleen 'Kay' Cadegan; stepson, Michael (Gloria) Kehoe and special grandchildren, Tristen and Destiny Kehoe. He will also be very sadly missed by his cousin whom he thought of as a son, David Tucker. Pat was predeceased by his best friend and aunt, Hazel Winters. He had many good friends and was well known in both Glace Bay and Grand Mira North. At his request there will be no visitation. There will be a small family service to celebrate the life of the late Patrick Allan Cadegan at the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at 1 p.m. with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. Donations in Patrick's memory may be made to charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com. ****************************************************** Jason Bishop Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 25/06/1979 Passed away in: London, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 08/12/2010 We regret to announce the sudden passing of Jason, Bishop, 31, on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, in London, Ontario. Born in Sydney Mines on June 25, 1979, he was the son of Ernest Bishop and the late Beverly Reilly. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Jason was an avid Toronto Maple Leafs fan. He loved taking his nephews fishing. He was employed with the Laborers Union of Alberta. Jason had many great friends; too many to mention. He was the type of person who made friends wherever he went. Jason was a very special person. He was very close to special cousins Rodderick Jerrett and Holly Bishop. He is survived by his father Ernest Bishop (Nicole Pero); sister Renee (Tim) Smith; sister Jessica Bishop; brothers Michael MacLean and Matthew Bishop; grandmother Lillian Bishop; special aunt Pamela (Patty) Hall; many special aunts and uncles including his special uncle Blair Bishop (Valerie Hodder). He is also survived by very special nephews Chandler Smith, Jaden Roland, Mitchell Roland and Jacob Bishop, and a very special niece who he called his special 'Boo', Hayley Roland. Jason was predeceased by his mother Beverly Reilly; grandmother Ann Reilly and grandfathers Alphonse Reilly and Albert Bishop. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A memorial Mass celebrating his life will be held Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010, at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, with Fr, Thomas John officiating with a reception to follow. Donations in Jason's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Jason, may you Rest in Peace. 11:11 comes twice a day, because everyone deserves a second chance. ***************************************************** Gay Lewis Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 10/12/2010 Gay Loretta Lewis, 63, Hills Rd., Albert Bridge, passed Friday, Dec. 10, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Gilbert and Marion (Willis) Reid. Gay retired from the Children's Training Center after 30 years of employment. She was a member of Trinity United Church. Surviving are her loving husband of 39 years, Earl; sisters, Phyllis (Spencer) Jones, Ottawa, Carolyn Abramson, B.C. and Deborah Devison, New Waterford; two special nieces, Amanda and Susan; several other nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be held at Hardwood Hill Cemetery on Tuesday 11 a.m., with Archbishop Vincent Waterman officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ******************************************************* Norman Francis Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Eskasoni, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/12/2010 Norman Joseph Francis, 60 of 4695 Shore Rd., Eskasoni, passed away after a brief illness at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Stephen P. and Annie Claire (Paul) Francis. He was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. Norman was happiest when he was fishing anywhere in Cape Breton with his friends. He is survived by his wife, the former Wendy Dennis; daughter, Heidi at home; sons, Norman I. (Beverley), Chapel Island; Frank and Corey, at home in Eskasoni; brothers, Rod, Alex (Mary Julia), Daniel, David, Joseph Allan, all of Eskasoni; sisters, Catherine Paul, Josephine Francis, both of Eskasoni; Caroline Francis, Maine; grandchildren, Cassandra, Marcus, Charlotte and Anthony. He was predeceased by a grandson, Mark Anthony; brothers, Angus and Ryan and sisters, Rosie and Annie Claire. Visitation for Mr. Francis will take place at the family residence, 4695 Shore Rd., after 7 p.m. on Sunday. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************************** Donald Campbell Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 10/06/1922 Passed away in: Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/12/2010 It is with sadness that our family announces the passing of Donald Campbell. He will be forever missed by his wife of 59 years, Alice (McKenna) and children, Carol O'Neil (Raymond), Cole Harbour, Sara Campbell, Halifax, Therese Reynolds, Dartmouth, Peter (Donnecka), Port Hastings, John (Glenna), Kanata, Ont., Joan Fortune (Gary), Cole Harbour, Patrick (Kelly), Cole Harbour and son-in-law, D.J. Campbell. He was much loved by grandchildren, James, Erin and Meghan O'Neil; Christopher Campbell; Joel, Ben and Erica Reynolds; Liam and Alicia Campbell; Jessica, Catherine and Karen Campbell; Ryan, Matthew and Stewart Fortune; Daniel and Leah Campbell. He is survived by extended family members, Mona and Erik Olsen, Sarnia, Ont.; Owen and Isabel McKenna, Dartmouth; Harold and Janet McKenna, Antigonish, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Mary; son-in-law, Elwood; brothers and sisters, Florence, Marguerite, Jim, Gertrude, Joe, Christina, Bernard, Frank, Agnes, and Joseph. Donnie was born in Sydney to the late Peter and Jessie (Kennedy). He graduated from St. F.X.U. and Dalhousie University with a degree in pharmacy. His education was interrupted during the Second World War, when he served as a navigator in the air force. He began his career in pharmacy at McKenna's Drug Store, Antigonish and in 1959 moved his family to Port Hawkesbury to open the first pharmacy in the community. His parents passed away before he reached the age of 13. His determination led him to overcome many obstacles to create a life for his wife and children. In a quiet and unassuming way he served the community of Port Hawkesbury and the surrounding area with care and compassion. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Regional Occupational Centre Society (ROC) Centre, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Visitation will be on Monday, Dec. 13 from 2-5 and 6-9 p.m. A celebration of Donnie's life will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Port Hawkesbury with Fr. Neil McKenna officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.greensfuneralhome.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 10, 2010 Friday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Maria Rykers Raymond Petrie Clarence 'Tony' Cousins James Collier ******************************************************************************************************* Maria Rykers Born in: Schyndel, Holland, Netherlands Born on: 12/07/1916 Passed away in: Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/12/2010 Maria Johanna Rykers, 93 of Bedford, N.S., passed away peacefully on Dec. 8, 2010 at the QEII Hospital. Born in Schyndel, Holland on July 12, 1917, she was the daughter of the late Hendrika Peters and William Cromsigt. Mary immigrated to Canada in 1953 with her husband and six children. The family resided in Sydney. She worked as a nursing assistant at St. Rita Hospital for 20 years. She moved to Bedford in 1992. Mary spent the last few weeks at the QEII with her family at her side. She enjoyed a last St. Nicholas Day celebration on Dec. 6, 2010. She is survived by daughters, Joanne (Mike Lane), Sechelt, B.C., Henny, Bedford, Petra (Brian Hoyt), Maria (Philip Reeves), Sydney, N.S. and Helma, Slocan, B.C. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, William and son, William Jr. Visitation will take place at 1 p.m. in T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, Bedford, where the funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. Burial in Brookside Cemetery, Bedford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the QEII. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Connidis and all the staff of 8.4. Online condolences may be made to tkbarnard@eastlink.ca. ****************************************************** Raymond Petrie Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 15/05/1939 Passed away in: Remington, Indiana, United States Passed away on: 07/12/2010 Dr. Raymond G. Petrie, 71, of Remington, died Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, in his home after a two-year battle with cancer. Born May 15, 1939, in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada, he was the son of the late Arthur and Patricia Petrie. He married Irene Vacon on July 8, 1967, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and she survives. A graduate of Mount Carmel High School in New Waterford, he received a bachelor of science degree from Saint Francis of Xavier University in 1960. After a year of teaching in Scotland, he graduated from Dalhousie University Medical School in Halifax in 1968. Dr. Petrie was in family practice in New Waterford from 1968 to 1982, when he moved to Remington to open a family practice. He opened a second practice in Fowler, where he was still practicing at the time of his death. Since 2003 he was the medical director of Serenity Hospice. A veteran of the Canadian navy, he was the health officer of Benton County for several years and the medical director of Jasper County EMS. He had been a member of Phi Rho Sigma, American Medical Association, Indiana Medical Association, Canadian Medical Association, Nova Scotia Medical Association, Rotary International, John Purdue Club, Benton County Country Club and Curtis Creek Country Club. Surviving with his wife are a daughter, Moira Rae Walbaum (husband, Daniel) of West Lafayette; a son, Steven Petrie (wife, Rebecca) of Fort Wayne and two brothers, Arthur Petrie (wife, Annette) of Dartmouth, N.S. and David Petrie (wife, Donna) of New Waterford. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Owen and Ellen Walbaum of West Lafayette. He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Petrie of Halifax, N.S. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was an avid golfer and voracious reader. Countless families benefited from Dr. Petrie's kind and compassionate care. His many friends appreciated his loyalty and sense of humour. Memorial visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Funeral mass on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at 10 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 535 W. State St., in West Lafayette, officiated by Fr. Patrick Baikauskas and Fr. Don Gross. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations to American Cancer Society or Serenity Hospice. Envelopes available at the funeral home. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Clarence 'Tony' Cousins Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 We regret to announce the passing of Clarence Anthony 'Tony' Cousins, 34, on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2010, in St. Catharines. Born in Sydney Mines on Dec. 12, 1975, he was the son of Ronnie Cousins and Alice MacDonald. He was a member of St. Pius X parish, Sydney Mines. Tony worked on the lake boats. He also worked for the Cape Breton Victoria Regional School Board as a mechanic. He worked on his own as a mechanic the last number of years in St. Catharines. He is survived by his mother, Alice MacDonald; stepfather, Richard Quigley and his father, Ronnie Cousins. He is also survived by his most treasured accomplishment in life, daughter, Kristen Snow; grandmother, Mamie Cousins; his brothers, Troy Cousins and Patty MacDonald; lifelong friends, Willie Miller, Joey Strickland, Shawn Morrison and good friend, Joey Snow. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Violet and Jack MacDonald, Clara MacDonald, and Charlie Cousins. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass to celebrate Tony's life will be held on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Ajit Kerketta officiating. After the mass, a reception will be held in the parish hall. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. "Not flesh of my flesh, Nor bone of my bone, But miraculously my own. You didn't grow under my heart, But in it." Love, Ma. ***************************************************** James Collier Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/09/2010 Jimmy, who passed away Sept. 3, 2010, was the son of Floyd and the late Vivian (Scott) Collier. Besides his father Jimmy is survived by his partner, Carol Walcott; their son, Travis and by son, James Jr.; daughters, Vivian and Sheila; also son, Jason and grandchildren. Also by sisters, Nancy and Donna Marie. Burial has taken place. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 09, 2010 Thursday There are 7 obituaries published for today. James Simm Catherine 'Katie' Burke Sarah 'Sadie' (Lamie) MacNeil Kenneth Hammood Keith Stewart Joe MacDonald Angus Reid ******************************************************************************************************* James Simm Born in: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/12/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, James Henry Simm, on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. A lifelong resident of Florence, James was the son of Claire (Hale) and Ernest Jubilee Simm. He attended Wilson United Church and was a member of the Royal Oak Lodge No. 85 and the Bras d'Or Seniors & Pensioners Club. James was a lobster fisherman, a fireman on the lake boats, and he owned & operated a barbershop and a convenience store in Florence for many years. He was a loving, gentle, family man who loved the outdoors. He enjoyed hiking and fishing, and especially loved spending time at his summer cabin in Aberdeen with his children and grandchildren. In recent years, James was adored by his great-grandchildren and always had a treat waiting for them when they went to visit. James was an independent thinker and a problem-solver who adhered to his own set of beliefs and principals. He loved to debate many topics, ever respectful to the opinions of others. He enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy every evening. He loved to dance and was a faithful Toronto Maple Leafs fan. Besides his parents, James was predeceased by his wife, Gale Simm, his companion, Helene MacLellan, his daughter-in-law, Dale Simm, and his brothers Darwin Simm and Ernest Simm. James is survived by his four loving sons, Brian (Nora), Sault Ste. Marie, Rick, Florence, Jamie (Cindy), Stouffville, and Laurie, Aberdeen. He leaves behind his loving grandchildren, Stacey, Krista, Rick Jr., Karen, Jody, Keri, Erin, Meaghan, David, and Shane, and their spouses. 'Grampy' will be sadly missed by his great-grandchildren, Austen, Madelyn, Kelly, Ryan, Ailish, Dalen, Russy, Danielle, Carter, Olivia, Emma, Lindsie, Caroline, and Shane Jr. James is also survived by his sister, Rosina Gallop, Florida, and by Helene's large and loving family, the Walkers and MacLellans. In accordance with James' wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A service to honor James' life will be held at Wilson United Church in Florence on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at 2 p.m., with Norma Mills, DLM officiating. Burial at Brookside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in James' memory to the Canadian Hemophilia Society, Nova Scotia Chapter, 94 Dow Rd., New Minas, NS B4N 3R5 ~We will meet on that beautiful shore!~ Online condolences may be made at www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ****************************************************** Catherine 'Katie' Burke Born in: Dominion, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/12/2010 Katie Burke, a resident of the MacGillivary Guest Home and formerly of Louisbourg, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010 at the age of 78. Born in Dominion, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Browner and Anne Margaret MacNeil. She is survived by her children, Charles (Janet), Cole Harbour; Michael (Eileen), Louisbourg; Myles (Jayne), Sydney; and Cathie (Donald) MacLeod, Catalone; sisters, Camilla Peck, Sydney, Sadie Hines, Dartmouth, Mary Gouthro, Regis Winstanley, both of Glace Bay, and Connie Browner, Sudbury. She will also be lovingly missed by grandchildren Nicole, Janine, Caitlin, Jessalyn, Alexandra, Maire, Jesse and her great granddaughter Anna. She was predeceased by her husband Alexander Burke; brothers, Alexander, Ignatius, and Myles. She attended St. Martha's in Antigonish before moving to Louisbourg where she was a life member of the Stella Maris CWL. Katie was caring, kind and thoughtful. Her happiest moments were when friends and family were gathered around her table sharing one of the many meals she prepared. Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010 at Stella Maris Church, Louisbourg. Interment to follow in Stella Maris Church Cemetery, Louisbourg. Family flowers only. In lieu please make donations to the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... ****************************************************** Sarah 'Sadie' (Lamie) MacNeil Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 28/02/1928 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Sadie MacNeil, on Dec. 8, 2010, at Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Joseph and Mary Ellen (MacNeil) Lamie. She was a member of St. Pius X parish, Sydney Mines. Sadie loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and she thoroughly enjoyed family gatherings. Sadie is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Russell. She will be sadly missed by her sons, Thomas (Jessie), Donald (Barbara) and Russell (Laurie) and her daughters, Mary Murphy and Bernadette (Robert) Lovell. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Bernadette (Charlie) Johnston, John Murphy, Jillian and Kayla-Beth MacNeil, Jeff and Amy MacNeil, Jeremy and Amber Lovell, Erin and Kristin MacNeil and two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Nicolas Johnston. She was predeceased by brothers, Thomas (Buddy), Leo, John, Hugh (in infancy) and sisters, Marie and Dodie (Sr. Josephine). Visitation will take place at J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Main Street, Sydney Mines, on Friday, December 10, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass celebrating her life will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Ajit Kerketta officiating. A reception will be held in the parish hall following the service. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ***************************************************** Kenneth Hammood Born in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 06/12/2010 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth 'Kenny' John Hamood on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Halifax, Kenny was the son of the late Danny and Muriel (Ralph) Hamood of Glace Bay. Kenny was an electrician by trade for the past 22 years and was a member of IBEW in Sydney. Kenny was a family man in every other sense. He also had a love of music that spanned his entire live. He passed this on to his girls. Kenny will forever be loved and missed by his wife of 33 years, Gail (Boudreau); daughters, Kendal (Todd), Crystal (J.D.) and the lights of his life, his cherished grandchildren, Connor, Maya and Dominic; special niece, Brenda Hamood (Hurley); sisters, Marsha Wood (Lewis), Marg Carroll (Tom); brother, Everett, Aunt Mary Hamood; many nieces and nephews and his large extended family on the Boudreau side. Besides his parents, Kenny was predeceased by his brothers, Danny, Wishy; nephew, Johnny Hurley; niece, Tanya Carroll and beloved pet, Kuma. In honouring Kenny wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Mathew Fillier officiating. Donations in Kenny's memory may be made to Palliative Care or Glace Bay General Hospital. A special thank you to Dr. Carol Boutilier, nursing staff of 3 East for their kindness and compassion, Ken thought of them as his "Guardian Angels" and to Heather Skinner, Dr. Ritter, the staff of the Sydney Cancer Center and the VON. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ***************************************************** Keith Stewart Born in: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney River, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/12/2010 William Keith Stewart, 92, Kelmer Drive, Sydney River, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late John and Elizabeth (Cameron) Stewart. Keith was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church and the Riverview Y's Mens Club. He was retired from Devco. Surviving are his sons, Alan (Louise), Coxheath and David (Susan), Sackville, N.B.; grandchildren, Tracy (Greg), Melanie (Jeff) Slipp, Keith (Suzanne), Austin (Emily) and Anne; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Keith was predeceased by his wife, Thelma (July 2009) and sisters, Ruth, Myrtle and Joanne. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday 2 p.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, New Glasgow. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ***************************************************** Joe MacDonald Passed away in: Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 23/11/2010 Joe MacDonald, passed away suddenly in Ontario on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2010, in his 73rd year. Dear brother of Margaret Rose Campbell of Catalone, Janie Perry, Sydney and Dolly (Greg) Currie, Petawawa, Ont. Predeceased by his parents, Jessie and Ronald MacDonald; siblings, Mary Ann MacIsaac, Tom, Archie, Albert and Ronnie MacDonald, Catherine Fields and Tena Graham. Cremation has taken place. Interment will be held in Main-A-Dieu in the summer of 2011. ******************************************************* Angus Reid Born in: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Lakefield, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 29/11/2010 Peacefully, with his family by his side, in hospital, Perth, on the evening of Monday, Nov. 29, 2010, in his 67th year. Angus Reid, born in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on Dec. 17, 1943. Angus was the dear son of the late Angus Norman MacDonald, and Hilda Doyle. Beloved husband for over 51 glorious years to Melvina Reid, (née Parsons), of Lakefield. Cherished father of David (Linda) Reid and Deborah (Scott) Reid, both of Toronto, Carol Anne Newman, of Peterborough and Linda (Tom) Reid, of Perth. Angus was the proud and thankful grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of six grandchildren. He will be sadly and sorely missed by all of his siblings, his nieces and his nephews. Angus was well respected for his attention to detail and his craftsmanship in his many years as an auto body specialist for Belmont Chev-Olds. In addition to his work, Angus was known as a consistent Standard-Bred Jockey, and he developed quite a name for himself in the horse-racing circles in Ontario and beyond. The discipline Angus displayed was due in a large extent to his many years of tough mental conditioning and physical training in Tae-Kwon-Do, a sport Angus excelled in, to the rank of Black Belt, 6th Degree. A consummate family man, above all, Angus cherished every moment with his loving family. To honour Angus and his philosophy, there will be no visitation at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place, with an interment of ashes to take place in Lakefield, some time in the spring of 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be so greatly appreciated. Mr. Reid's funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the O'Dacre Family Funeral Home, Perth. 613-267-3082. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 08, 2010 Wednesday There are 2 obituaries published for today. Ryan Toney Frank 'Robert' Pickles ******************************************************************************************************* Ryan Toney Born in: Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Eskasoni, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/12/2010 Ryan Lawrence Toney of 5001 Shore Rd., Eskasoni, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010. Born in Truro, he was the son of Carol (Paul) Williams of Windsor, N.S.; Benedict (Annie) Toney of Waycobah, and Diane Erickson of Boston. He was a member of Holy Family parish in Eskasoni. Ryan was an active member of Eskasoni Uechi-Ryu and Judo clubs. He loved to go fishing. He was employed with MLSN (Mi'kmaq Legal Support Network) and other community organizations. Surviving are his common-law partner, Melinda Herney of Eskasoni and ex-wife, Dawn Stevens of Eskasoni; daughters, Denae, Cayden, Damaris; step-daughters, Julianna, Keeley, Keyanna, Kellee; sons, Dasan, Dre, Denon "Ryan Ji-J"; and by granddaughter, Carley and grandson, Malik. He is also survived by sisters, Donna Marie Toney, Boston, Elsie Ann Williams, Windsor, Shona Henderson, Guelph, Ont., Rosie (Jibby) Paul, Eskasoni, Tanya (Carl) MacVicar, Grand Prairie, Alta.; brothers, Peter J. (Mandy) Marshall, Eskasoni, Jacob (Megan) Williams, Windsor, David 'DeeDee' Williams, Windsor, James (Lianne) Sarson, Dartmouth, William Jedore, Bryant Marshall, Eskasoni; his maternal grandmother, Matilda Benot; five godchildren, Devon, Mika, Blake, Carmen and Nathaniel; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary Helen Marshall 'Eia'; his father, Peter Marshall Sr.; his sister, Joanne (Marshall) Shalbi and his father, Stanley 'LumLum' Googoo of Indian Brook. Visitation will take place Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010 after 7 p.m. at the Gabriel Center, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to twcurry.com. ****************************************************** Frank 'Robert' Pickles Passed away in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 14/11/2010 On Nov. 14, 2010, Bob, age 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Toronto, after a brief battle with cancer, his wife and friend of 61 years by his side. Bob was the son of the late Frank and Emma (Bishop) Pickles of Sydney. Loved and missed by his wife, Doris (Antonello); sons, Kenneth, Darrell, Robert; daughters, Barbara and Lois; grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of four. Survived by brothers, William and Walter, Sydney, N.S. and a sister, Eileen MacLean, Brantford, Ont. Bob moved to Toronto, 40 years ago with his family, where he was employed by the Workman's Compensation Board, maintenance department, until his retirement. Bob loved to garden, but his happiest times were when the family were all together at Christmas and other special occasions. He was thoughtful, kind and loved life. Bob was predeceased by an infant son, Terrance; brothers, Ronald and Edwin. Relatives and friends were received at Ridley Funeral Home. Mass was celebrated at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Etobicoke, Ont. Interment took place at Assumption Catholic Cemetery, Mississauga, Ont. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid." - John 14:27. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 07, 2010 Tuesday There are 13 obituaries published for today. George Henry Clarke JEAN (TURNER) ROGERS Mary Freid BRITTANY AUNTALISA GREEN Daniel Gilbert Powers Sister Columba, CND MacNeil Margaret F. Shepherd Mary Ida King Toby Ein Donald MacEachern Sr. Mary MacDonald Joseph "Moe" Mercer Francis Garfield Murphy ******************************************************************************************************* George Henry Clarke Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 06/12/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Clarke on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Robert and Mary (Slade) Clarke. He was employed with the Sydney Steel Corp. until his retirement. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage, using his farm tractor, and spending time in Benacadie with his family and friends. George is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Bette (Leaver) Clarke; his son, Clarence Clarke, Sydney; his daughters, Charlotte (Buddy) MacDonald, Halifax, Shirley (Wayne) Campbell, Sydney, Kimberly Clarke (Wayne Phillips), Dartmouth, and Tammy (Kyle) Parker, Oromocto, N.B.; his 10 grandchildren, Jason, Jeffrey, Blair, Terri, Jonathan, Matthew, Todd, Craig, Chelsea and Kaleigh; and his 11 great-grandchildren. George is also survived by his sister, Margaret (Obed) Rice, Sydney; brother, Raymond (Gladys) Clarke, British Columbia, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Minnie, Mary, Jessie and Lila, brothers, Jack, Bob, Charlie and Jimmy. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 8 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place 2 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 9 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Louis Ihasz officiating. Interment to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ****************************************************** JEAN (TURNER) ROGERS Jean (Turner) Rogers passed away November 30, 2010 in Toronto. Jean was the daughter of the late James and Elmira Turner. She is survived by her husband, Ron; sons Ronnie and David, daughter Darlene; 5 grandchildren and her sister Mildred (Midge) Kennedy. She was predeceased by a sister Muriel, brothers Albert, Johnnie, Elmer, Fred and Harold. Funeral to take place in Toronto. The Toronto Star Margaret Jean Rogers ROGERS, Margaret Jean - Born Margaret Jean Turner in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, May 24, 1931. Lovingly known to Ron, David and Darlene, as Mom; to Ronny, Christy, Breanne, Madison, Jackson and a host of other children who adopted her, as Grammy, but to most, simply as Jean, passed peacefully at her home in Toronto, on November 30, 2010, with her family by her side. Jean's family welcomes friends and loved ones to join them for a memorial service in her honour at the CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, NORWAY at St. John's Cemetery, 470 Woodbine Ave. (Kingston Rd. and Woodbine), on Friday, December the 3rd at 3:00 p.m., with a reception to follow. Published in the Toronto Star from December 2 to December 3, 2010 **************************************************** Mary Freid Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 08/01/1912 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/12/2010 Mary Freid, a resident of Celtic Court, Sydney, went home to be with her family on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, at the age of 98. Born in Sydney on Jan. 8, 1912, she was a daughter of the late James and Sadie Fitzgerald. Mary moved to St. John's, N.L., in the 1940s, where she owned and operated an Army & Navy Surplus store with her husband. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Jerry, son, Melvin, who died on the Ocean Ranger, daughter, Maxine and brother, Johnny. Left to mourn are her sister, Cassie Novak, Sydney; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and interment will take place in St. John's, N.L., at a later date. Special thanks to the management and staff of Celtic Court who were devoted to her care. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************************** BRITTANY AUNTALISA GREEN Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 11/10/1993 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 It is with extreme sadness that I had to leave my friends and family so unexpectedly Dec. 3, 2010. I was born to Theresa Roylene Green and Steward MacKinnon Oct. 11, 1993 at St. Rita's Hospital in Sydney. I went through a lot of changes in my short life but always knew I was loved. I unwillingly leave behind my nannie, Theresa Brewster; poppie, George, Shawn and Alyssa who I resided with, Florence and Brian Sinclair, great-grandmother Isabel Brewster, great-grandfather, Roy Green; sisters Destiny, Jordan, Brada-Lee, Feeanna; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, godmother, Maxine Brewster. I was predeceased by grandfather, Chuppie Green; great-grandmother, Catherine Green; great-grandfather, Raymond Brewster. I know I will be greeted with open arms by them all. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010 at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010 in St. Leo's Church, Sterling with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Burial to follow at Forest Haven, Grand Lake Road. **************************************************** Daniel Gilbert Powers Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/12/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Daniel Gilbert Powers on Dec. 5, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, Daniel was the son of the late Frank and Jessie (Cann) Powers. Daniel was a member of Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines. Daniel enjoyed spending time with his family especially with his children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 36 years, Ann Marie ( Boutilier); daughter, Rose Mary (Jason); sons, Daniel (Jennifer) and Michael; grandchildren, Brittany, Emma and Sommer; sisters, Dorothy, Jessie (Ross), Margaret, Eva (Andy), Donna (Arthur) and Valerie (Brian); brothers, David (Paulette) and Charlie and many nieces and nephews. Daniel will be sadly missed by his two best friends, Keith Gillis and his dog Sailor. Besides his parents Daniel was predeceased by sister, Rosie, and brother, Cecil. Visitation for Daniel Powers will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Thursday, Dec. 9 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service celebrating his life will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines, with Rev. Peter Rafuse officiating. Dan will never be forgotten and always loved. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. **************************************************** Sister Columba, CND MacNeil Born in: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 Sister Columba MacNeil, CND (Sr. Saint Columba of Iona) passed away at Notre Dame de Bonsecours Infirmary Montreal, on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010. She was the daughter of the late Joseph Hector MacNeil and the late Catherine Ann MacNeil of Nova Scotia. Eleven of her siblings predeceased her including two sisters of the CND-Sister St-Joseph Oriole and Sister St. Ann of the Blessed Sacrament. She leaves to mourn her loving sister Sarah Kennedy of Little Lorraine, N.S. and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins. Sister began her teaching career in the schools of the Montreal area and spent well over 20 years there. In 1967 in recognition of her work in teaching and in ministering to the poor in the Goose Village area she was presented with the Canada medal. Her last teaching assignment was in Richmond where she taught at St. Michael's and St. Francis schools. Following retirement from active teaching Sister Columba spent many years volunteering in her Richmond parish and serving the poor whom she loved. Visitation was held at Salle Marguerite Bourgeoys, 5017 Notre Dame de Grace Ave., on Dec. 6 from 7-9 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. The Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Monica's Church, 6405 Terrebonne Ave. at 10 a.m. Dec. 7, 2010. Burial in Cote des Neiges Cemetery, Montreal. ******************************************************* Margaret F. Shepherd Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with deep regret that we, the family, announce that our dear wife, mother and grandmother, Margaret entered into the presence of her Lord, whom she loved and served. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Della (Myers) MacDougall. She with her husband was faithful to the Lord at the Westside Bible Chapel and the Margaree Baptist Church. Margie is survived by her loving husband of 71 years, William 'Bill'; her two daughters, Marie (Doug) Phillips, Sydney, Bev (Fred) Gordon, Dartmouth; three grandchildren, Denise (Michael) MacIsaac, Heather (Dwight) Houston, Ondra (Paul) Dejager; seven precious great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Woodill, Halifax; sisters-in-law, Lee MacDougall and Hazel MacDougall; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Doris and Ruth, brothers, Bobby and Heckie as well as three brothers-in-law. Our love and appreciation to Dave and Pat Burke for all their love and care toward mom and dad. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with Rev. Hugh Morrison officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ********************************************************* Mary Ida King Born in: Bras d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: North Sydney/Bras d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 06/12/2010 It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Mary Ida King, 96, on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at Taigh Solas in the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Bras d'Or, Ida was the daughter of the late Frank and Theresa (McGrath) Cantwell. She was a lifelong parishioner of St. Joseph Church in Bras d'Or, and was involved in many aspects of her parish, including CWL. Ida was the last surviving chartered member of the Bras d'Or Pensioners Club. Surviving are her daughters, Melita, Gloria (Jack) Nicholson, Claudia (Earl) Warhus, Celesta (Nelson) Johnston, Miriam (Thomas) Boudreau, Monica (David) Beaton, Coletta; her sons, Damian (Carol), Wayne (Ann Marie), Paul (Patricia), Achillius 'Chicky' (Linda), Kennedy (Julie); her daughter-in-law, Cathy (Marsh) King; son-in-law, Danny Handley; her 42 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters, Phyllis (Dave) King, Shirley (Charles) King, Geraldine (Peter) Yellovich, Patronella Harper, Greta (Peter) Klearnomis, Eileen MacPherson; brothers, Murray (Frances) Cantwell, Edgar (Margaret) Cantwell and sister-in-law, Louise Cantwell and Theresa Cantwell. She was predeceased by her husband, Leonard King, her daughter, Audrey Handley and two sons, Pius and Gerard in infancy, four grandchildren, Gerard King, Jacklyn Nicholson, Roger Warhus and Tyler MacMullin, her brothers, Earl, Russell, Percy, Warren, Keith, Don and James, two sisters, Frances and Marguerite, brothers-in-law, Harry MacPherson and Lloyd Harper and sister-in-law Florence Cantwell. Visitation for Ida will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. (today) Tuesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery, Bras d'Or. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ****************************************************** Toby Ein Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 08/10/1919 Passed away in: Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 06/12/2010 Toby Ein passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010, at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay on Oct. 8, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Rebecca (Mirkin) Long. Toby was a graduate of the Glace Bay Hospital School of Nursing (1943) and worked in the nursing profession for a number of years in Glace Bay and Halifax. Toby was a pioneer in the retail clothing business in Cape Breton. She founded Toby's Fashion Center on Commercial Street in Glace Bay in 1955 and along with her husband, Isaac, operated Toby's, Ein's and Jeanland for many years until her retirement. Toby spent her retirement years in Pompano Beach, Florida and Albert Bridge, Mira where, as she often said, there was no place else on earth she would rather be. In her youth, Toby was an excellent athlete and in later years continued to enjoy playing golf and swimming, especially in the Mira River. She was a fabulous cook and was happiest when sitting at a large table surrounded by appreciative family and friends, enjoying one of her excellent meals. She was a member of the Congregation Sons of Israel, Glace Bay and also the local chapter of Hadassah Wizo. She was predeceased by her husband, Isaac (2003); sisters, Sophie Obsgarten and Sally Maltzman; brothers, Sam, Harry, Israel, Nate and Jerry. She is survived by sons, Arnie (Barbara Fischer), Toronto, Robert (Carmen Carbone), New Jersey and David (Paula Michalik), Albert Bridge; grandchildren, Mathew and Gregory Ein and Alexander, Natalie and Spencer Ein and their mother, Ann O'Connell. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010 at 10 a.m. in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Interment will follow at the Glace Bay Hebrew Cemetery. Shiva will be held at the Temple Sons of Israel, Whitney Avenue, Sydney beginning Wednesday evening. Donations in Toby's memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. At this time the family sincerely thanks the nurses and staff of unit 4B CBRH for the excellent care provided to Toby over the past several months and the staff of the An Calla Unit for their care and compassion. ******************************************************* Donald MacEachern Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 16/07/1943 Passed away in: Coxheath, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/12/2010 It was with broken hearts that we, his family, announce the peaceful passing of a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Surrounded by his family, Donnie passed into the arms of his beloved wife and mother on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 in the An Cala Palliative Care Unit of the Care Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Archie and Jessie (MacLeod) MacEachern. He retired from the Cape Breton Regional Fire Dept in 2008. Prior to that he was employed by Eastern Transport. Donnie had a great love for horses and enjoyed the sport of harness racing and also watching his grandsons play hockey. He is survived by his loving daughters, Janet (Garrett) MacDonald of Coxheath and Laura (Raymond) MacLean of Sydney. He was also survived by sisters, Anna (Dave) Poirier and Mary (Dave) French, both of Sydney; as well as brothers, John (Paulette), Archie (Marilyn), Jim (Irene Hart), Len and Mike (Annette) all of Sydney and many nieces and nephews. Lastly, Papa is survived by his grandchildren, who were the great joys of his life, Riley, Thomas, and Mathew MacDonald and the apple of his eye his only granddaughter, Rae-Lyn MacLean. He was such a big part of their lives and provided them with love and guidance of his kind and gentle nature. He was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife Sheila (Boutilier) MacEachern in 1990 and by his sister-in-law, Susan MacEachern. Visitation for Donald will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, Dec. 9, 2010, at 10 a.m. in St Theresa's Church with Fr. Jim Oliver officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations can be made to the An Cala Palliative Care Unit or the cancer unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.TWCurry.com ******************************************************** Sr. Mary MacDonald Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 29/11/2010 Sr. Mary Bernita MacDonald, 91, died in Parkstone Enhanced Care on Nov. 29, 2010. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Christine (MacQuarrie) MacDonald. She entered the Sisters of Charity in Halifax in 1939 and made her Religious Profession in 1942. Sister taught school over 37 years in Massachusetts, New York and Nova Scotia. She retired to the Mount in 1991, where she volunteered her services to the community in various ministries. She is survived by brother, Allan; sisters, Julia Mason, Jacqueline MacDonald, Ontario, Nora Hart, South Carolina. She was predeceased by sisters, Dolena, Mary, Hughena; brothers, Alex, Sam. The body was in Caritas Residence. Visitation was held Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christina Burial was held Thursday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Chapel of Caritas Residence. Burial followed in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackvi ********************************************************** Joseph "Moe" Mercer - 76 yrs, Glace Bay - It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph "Moe" Murdock Mercer, peacefully at home in Glace Bay on December 4, 2010. Born in Glace Bay, September 6, 1934, Joe was the eldest son of the late Joseph and Sabaine (Odo) Mercer. Joe "Moe" worked as a coal miner for 37 years before retiring. He enjoyed the outdoors and often went hunting and fishing with his youngest brother Melvin and nephews Tom and Gary. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Tillie (Driscoll), daughter, Carol-Ann (Donald), son, Kevin, granddaughter, Lisa, grandson, Joey and great-grandson, Bradley, sisters, May (Jim), Millie, Mary Katherine (Ernie) Cochrane, Gladys Spencer, Georgina (Carl) MacDonald, brother, Melvin (Sylvia) Mercer, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Emma, Amy, Jessie and brother, George. Visitation will be held at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main Street, Glace Bay, on Tuesday, December 7, from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 8, in St. John the Baptist Church, New Aberdeen at 11 am. Donations in Joe's memory may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia. Condolences may be sent to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca *********************************************************** Francis Murphy MURPHY, Francis Garfield " Frank " - 61, Halifax, passed away recently at home. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late James and Frances (MacDonald) Murphy. Frank attended school in Dominion and St. Francis Xavier University. Surviving are his children, Lane and Ron, who both reside in British Columbia; sister, Myrna Bettiol; brothers, Vernon (Wilma), all of Ontario; Mike (Bernadette), New Brunswick; George (Faith), Waterville, Kings Co.; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Cremation has taken place and the Interment Service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to your favourite charity. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Serenity Lindsay Funeral Home, 192 Commercial St., Berwick, N.S., B0P 1E0 (902-538-9900). Condolences may be sent to the family at the funeral home address or on-line by visiting: www.serenitylindsayfuneralhome.ca ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 06, 2010 Monday There are 13 obituaries published for today. Elizabeth A. Currie Russell Joseph Chiasson Donald Joseph MacEachern Sheila (MacGillivray) Lambert James Joseph Joe F. Shirley Terris Joseph 'Moe' Murdock Mercer John Gerard Coleman April Claire Bramwell Dorothy Morgan Cyril Mark Donovan Everett Allen Emmanuel Smith ******************************************************************************************************* Elizabeth A. Currie Born in: North Side East Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 Elizabeth Ann Currie, age 97 of Sydney Road, Reserve Mines, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Northside East Bay, she was the daughter of the late Angus and Catherine (Gillis) MacKinnon. Elizabeth Ann was devoted to her faith and St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. She was also a former member of the C.W.L. and will be remembered for her compassionate and quiet nature. Elizabeth Ann is survived by three nieces, Catherine MacDonald with whom she resided, Mary (Luc) Belanger, Ottawa, Shirley (Ken) Stephens, Victoria, B.C.; two nephews, Charles, Joseph, both in Northside East Bay and several grandnieces and grandnephews and great-grandnieces and nephews. Elizabeth Ann was predeceased by her husband, Angus Currie in 1994, a sister, Margaret MacDonald, a brother, Joseph Lawrence MacKinnon and nephew, John MacDonald. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Daniel Boudreau is Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines followed by interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. All are invited to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. As an expression of sympathy for Elizabeth Ann, memorial donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Russell Joseph Chiasson Born in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Bateston, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 It is with deep regret that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and brother, Russell Chiasson, on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Reserve Mines, he was the son of the late Claude and Adele Chiasson. He was employed at Devco for 35 years until his retirement. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Russell is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Margaret (Ward) Chiasson; his children, Russell (Nancy) Chiasson, Albert Bridge, Karen Chiasson and Ricky Chiasson, both of Glace Bay; his six grandchildren, Brendan Burke, Leeanne Burke, Brittany Chiasson, Laura Chiasson, Jarred Chiasson and Kyle Chiasson. He is also survived by his siblings, Wilfred J. Chiasson, Ontario, Simon (Mooney) Chiasson, John W. (Amelda Terry), Betty Lever, and Sharon (Eddie) Burke, all of Glace Bay; as well as the extended Ward family. He will be especially missed by his loving dog, Dante. Besides his parents, Russell was predeceased by his daughter, Anna Marie Burke and a brother, Jimmy Chiasson. Cremation has taken place. There will be a visitation Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. followed by memorial mass at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Main-a-Dieu, with Fr. Patrick O'Neil officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. **************************************************** Donald Joseph MacEachern Passed away in: Coxheath, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/12/2010 We, his family, regret to announce the passing of Donald Joseph MacEachern, Coxheath, on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010, in the An Cala Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Full obituary and funeral arrangements to follow. ************************************************** Sheila (MacGillivray) Lambert Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 04/12/2010 An incredibly beautiful spirit and wonderful lady, passed away peacefully Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, at home in her 68th year, surrounded by her adoring family. Sheila was cherished wife of Eymard (Mardy) Lambert, treasured mother of Kelly Ann (Roland) Smilde, Carp, Ont., and son, Jason, Toronto, Ont., adored and devoted grandma to Morgan and Ashley Smilde. Sheila was predeceased by infant son, Jeffrey Bernard, and infant daughter, Heather Allison. Also, parents Bernard and Carmella MacGillivray, sisters, Thelma (Pat) Vetere, Mary (Gerard) Gouthro, twin sister, Sharon (Phillip) Syms, brothers, Bernard Junior and Steve (Joan). Sheila is survived by loving sisters, Ursula (Art) Henry, Gloria, Arlene (Barry) Martin and brother, Xavier (Patricia); sisters-in-law, Norma (Sander) MacMullin, Ave (Ken) Lavoie; brother-in-law, Bert (Louise) Lambert. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. A special thank you to all her caring and compassionate caregivers especially Doctors Grainger, Coulombe, Splinter, cancer centre, Carefor and palliative care, WeCare specifically Christine and Hélène. Sheila's earthly presence is gone, but her spiritual presence is ours forever. We will always hold dear her love, integrity, caring, compassion and kindness to others. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 11 a.m. at Annunciation of the Lord Roman Catholic Church, 2414 Ogilvie Rd., Gloucester, Ont., followed by burial at Beechwood National Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Ave., Ottawa, Ont. For condolences or tributes, please visit our webpage at www.beechwoodcemetery.com or call our 1-888-990-9530. **************************************************** James Joseph Joe Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Membertou, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 James Joseph Joe, 62, of Membertou passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at home. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John and Lillian (Marshall) Joe. He was a member of St. Ann's and St. Anthony Daniel parish, Sydney. He will be remembered for his sense of humour and his sarcasm in which everyone knew him best. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his daughters, Elaine (Edward James), Terri'Anne, Amanda, Annie; sons, Everett (Lynne) and Dion (Christina); sister, Sussie Jane Stevens; brothers, Charlie, Dana and Keith; a grandson, Brett Joe; two very special people, Florence Johnson and Mary V. Francis; many nieces, nephews and godchildren. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Evelyn, Margaret and Dolena in infancy and a brother, Donald Gorden. Visitation for James will start after 5 p.m., today at the family home 140 Membertou St., Membertou. Funeral mass will be Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Anthony Daniel Church with Fr. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.TWCurry.com. **************************************************** F. Shirley Terris Born in: Hillsborough, Canada Passed away in: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada Passed away on: 05/12/2010 F. Shirley Terris, 85, of ProTem Health Services, Moncton, and formerly of Riverview, with her family at her side, passed away peacefully at her residence on Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010. Born in Hillsborough, she was the daughter of the late Rupert and Ethel (Pattison) Rose. Shirley was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the S.J. MacArthur AMS group, the Church Autumn Club and a life member of the Presbyterian Church of Canada WMS. She was a former member of the Little Narrows Presbyterian Church, Little Narrows, N.S., former Sunday school teacher, past president of the AMS, former member of the Cape Breton Presbyterian Presbyterey and former CGIT leader for over 20 years. She was a former volunteer at the Moncton Hospital (pastoral care), enjoyed knitting, flower gardening, reading, socializing with her friends and spending precious time with her family. Shirley will be sadly missed by her daughters, Cathy Straight Estabrooks (Stuart), Moncton, Rosemary Terris (Paul), Charlottetown, P.E.I.; granddaughters, Leah Leaman (Mike) and Allison Gaudet (Francis); great-grandchildren, Jacob, Joel, Calysta, Marc and Brandon; brother, Fraser Rose (Mabel); sister-in-law, Evelyn Steeves; brother-in-law, Herb Terris; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Curtis A. Terris (October 2000), son-in-law, Bob Straight, sister, Dorothy Dixon, brothers, Vaughan and Douglas Rose, Ronald, Walter and Don McLaughlin. Visitation at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Rd., Moncton, 506-858-1995, Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home Chapel, Wednesday, Dec. 8, 1:30 p.m., Rev. Dr. Martin Kreplin officiating. Reception in the Funeral Home Reception Centre following the service. Interment, Grey's Island Cemetery, Hillsborough. In Shirley's memory, donations to the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick, Friends of the Moncton Hospital or memorial of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.fergusonknowlesfh.com. ******************************************************* Joseph 'Moe' Murdock Mercer Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 06/09/1934 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/12/2010 It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph 'Moe' Murdock Mercer peacefully at home in Glace Bay on Dec. 4, 2010. Born in Glace Bay, Sept. 6, 1934, Joe was the eldest son of the late Joseph and Sabaine (Odo) Mercer. Joe 'Moe' worked as a coal miner for 34 years before retiring. He enjoyed the outdoors and often went hunting and fishing with his youngest brother Melvin and nephews Tom and Gary. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Tillie (Driscoll); daughter, Carol-Ann (Donald); son, Kevin; granddaughter Lisa; grandson, Joey and great-grandson, Bradley; sisters, Mary (Jim), Millie, Mary Katherine (Ernie) Cochrane, Gladys Spencer, Georgina (Carl) MacDonald; brother, Melvin (Sylvia) Mercer; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Emma, Amy, Jessie, and brother, George. Visitation will be held at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, Dec. 8 in St. John the Baptist Church, New Aberdeen at 11 a.m. Donations in Joe's memory may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia. Condolences may be sent to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ********************************************************* John Gerard Coleman Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 10/05/1929 Passed away in: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 It is with much sadness that we, the family of John Gerard Coleman, announce his passing on Dec. 3, 2010. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of John (Jack) Coleman and Nell MacInnis, and brother to Allister (Helen) and Greg (Pat). He was also a loving uncle to several nieces and nephews. Dad had many joys in life but his greatest were his loving wife of 58 years, Jean Campbell; and his three children, Ken (who predeceased him in 2006), Lynn (Alan) MacEachern, Janice (David) Ferguson, and his five grandchildren, Jeffrey, Andrea and Grant MacEachern, Cole and Alex Ferguson. Passionate about music, Dad loved playing his saxophones. As an accomplished musician he played in many bands over the years; most notably with Jerry Coleman and The Scotians. He was also an active member of the Sydney Mines Centennial Band and could be found playing for visitors on board the cruise ships entering and exiting the harbour. As maritime site head for Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd., Dad managed the Glace Bay, Port Hawkesbury and Point LePreau sites and was employed in this role until his retirement. Prior to this he was employed by Cape Breton Development Corp. He also sat on the boards of many local agencies. Dad was blessed to have had 81 full years and it is these memories we will hold in our hearts. Cremation has taken place and a mass of remembrance will be held in St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay, on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ****************************************************** April Claire Bramwell Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 With great sadness, we announce the passing of April Bramwell, 30, of 6th Street, Glace Bay, on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, as the result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Glace Bay, April was the daughter of William 'Bill' and Anna (Ulrich) Bramwell. April graduated from Marconi Campus with her LPN in June of 2007. She was always known for her warm smile and big heart. April had a love for children and animals, especially her dog, Brutus and her cats. April was a member of St. John's Church, No. 2, Glace Bay. Besides her parents, April was survived by the love of her life, her fiancé, Brian Marchand, Isle Madame; a sister, Dawn (Todd) and her two special nieces, Nikayla who was by her side when she passed away, and Bailey, all from Glace Bay. Left to mourn her death are many aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss her dearly. April was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Frank and Rita Ulrich, paternal grandparents, Arthur and Bertha Bramwell, her fiancé's mother, Delrose Marchand and cousin, Cathy Thompson. Visitation will be held Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Leo Boone is Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. John's Church followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Reception to follow in the parish hall. As an expression of sympathy for April, donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************* Dorothy Morgan Born in: South Bar, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/12/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Morgan at the Musquodoboit Valley Memorial Hospital on Dec. 4, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Born in South Bar, Dorothy was the daughter of the late John Alfred and Mary Anne (Allen) Drover. She was a member of Immaculate Conception parish in Sydney Mines, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch 8, Sydney Mines. Dorothy loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and thoroughly enjoyed a good game of cards. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Wallace; daughter, Juanita (Gerry Carr), Guleph, Ont.; son, Alfred 'Al' (Brent), Lantz, N.S.; six grandchildren, Gregory, Kevin, Stephen, Vicki, Jennifer and Jason; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Catherine (Wally) Aitkens, Westmount. Besides her parents, Dorothy was predeceased by daughters, Louise and Monica, sisters, Marg, Irene, Bess, Beatrice and Frances and brothers, Jack, Wilson and Norm. Visitation for Dorothy Morgan will be held in the J.M Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass celebrating her life will take place Thursday, Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Thomas John officiating. The burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca ******************************************************** Cyril Mark Donovan Born in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 21/06/1952 Passed away in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 We sadly announce the passing of our beautiful brother and friend. Mark passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, after a long battle with illness. Born in Ingonish, he was the son of the late Cyrileen (O'Brien) and Doug Donovan of Ingonish. He was a member of St. Peter's Church, Ingonish. Mark fought a long battle with sickness but never gave up his will to live. He was a dear friend to many and will be remembered by all. Mark is survived by his brothers, Kendall (Doris), Guelph, Ont., Kelly (Audrey), Ingonish Beach; sister, Noelle, Grand Prairie, Alta.; his niece, Shannon (Keith); his favourite little boy, Maddex, Ingonish Beach; and his lifelong friend, Steve Young, Sydney. Mark is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mark was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Dougie. Private family viewing will be held at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, Ingonish, Tuesday. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. Peter's Church with Rev. Dan MacDonald officiating with burial in parish cemetery. Online condolence can be sent to the family at www.fillmorewhitman.com. Our hearts are heavy Because you had to go You were loved so much More than you could ever know You were our strength Our love, our shinning star It's hard to believe that you are gone But in our hearts, you forever live on. ******************************************************* Everett Allen Born in: Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved father, Everett Allen. Dad passed away peacefully, Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Although born in Truro, N.S., to Lavinia (Allen) Butts, he was raised by his beloved grandparents, Julia and Bob Allen on Bell Island, N.L. As a young man, Dad proudly served in the British Royal Navy and often spoke of his naval service that included actions in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Dad worked most of his life as a car inspector beginning on the S&L Railroad (later Devco). In later years he was an active member of the John Bernard Croak Branch 3, Royal Canadian Legion. He was a proud member of the Loyal Orange Lodge and Royal Black Institution having attained all but the last half degree of that order, which could only be presented in Northern Ireland. Dad was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing and for many years enjoyed the relaxation of his 'cabin' and playing horseshoes at Sangaree. He loved to sing and entertain and often would make us all laugh, donning some pretty unusual 'hats.' A humble and gentle man, he had an easygoing manner and a love of life that made him the beautiful father and husband that we knew. Everett is survived by two daughters, Evelyn MacGillivary (Joe), Jean (Mel) Smith; one son, Herbert (Arlene) Allen; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean 'Smitty,' cherished great-grandchild, Eric Evan Jobe and wonderful son-in-law, Gerard MacGillivary. Visitation for Everett Allen will take place Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral service will be Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bob Lawther officiating. Interment to follow at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Grand Lake Road, Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. ******************************************************** Emmanuel 'Manny' Smith Glace Bay Visitation for Manny Smith, 61, of Reserve Mines, will be held today, Dec. 6, 1-3 p.m. with a funeral service to follow at 3 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Fr. Daniel Boudreau will be officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Glace Bay. Online condolences to the family are available through www. vjmcgilivray.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 04, 2010 Saturday There are 8 obituaries published for today. Jerry Landry April Bramwell Elizabeth Currie Josephine 'Josie' (O'Leary) Gurney Kevin MacLeod Thomas Eaves Mary 'Elaine' McDonald Ronald Johnson ******************************************************************************************************* Jerry Landry Back to Cape Breton Post Born in: Poulamon, Richmond County, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: South Bar, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/12/2010 Jerry Medard Landry, 87, of South Bar, passed away Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Poulamon, Richmond Co., he was a son of the late Docity and Mary Jane (Landry) Landry. Jerry retired from Sydney Steel, where he worked in the Rod/Bar Mill. For a number of years, he was the custodian at the South Bar Volunteer Fire Department. Surviving are his wife, Marjorie (MacPhail); sons, Jerry (Diane) and Dave (Sandra), South Bar; sister, Theresa Luessen, New Jersey; grandchildren, Darryl, Dana and Danielle; and eight great-grandchildren. Jerry was predeceased by numerous brothers and sisters. There will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be held at Holy Redeemer Church on Monday 11 a.m., with Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Interment in St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ****************************************************** April Bramwell Passed away in: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 April Bramwell, age 30 of 6th Street, Glace Bay, passed away suddenly on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 as the result of a motor vehicle accident. April was a member of St. John's Church, No. 2, Glace Bay. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. www.vjmcgillivray.ca **************************************************** Elizabeth Currie Born in: North Side East Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 Elizabeth Ann Currie, age 97 of Sydney Rd., Reserve Mines, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2010 at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in North Side East Bay, she was the daughter of the late Angus and Catherine (Gillis) MacKinnon. Elizabeth Ann was devoted to her faith and St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. She was also a former member of the C.W.L. and will be remembered for her compassionate and quiet nature. Elizabeth Ann is survived by three nieces, Catherine MacDonald with whom she resided, Mary (Luc) Belanger, Ottawa, Shirley (Ken) Stephens, Victoria, B.C.; two nephews, Charles, Joseph, both in North Side East Bay and several grand and great-grandnieces and nephews. Elizabeth Ann was predeceased by her husband, Angus Currie in 1994; a sister, Margaret MacDonald and a brother, Joseph Lawrence MacKinnon. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Daniel Boudreau is Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines followed by interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. All are invited to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. As an expression of sympathy for Elizabeth Ann, memorial donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ************************************************** Josephine 'Josie' (O'Leary) Gurney Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 06/07/1949 Passed away in: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Passed away on: 01/12/2010 It is with saddened hearts we wish to announce the sudden passing of Josie in Nanaimo, B.C. She was the loving mother of daughter, Shannon; sons, Tim and Nigel and the father of her children, Tim Gurney. She was also the proud grandmother of, Rykler, Sienna, Tabitha, Brianna and Madison. She is also survived by her loving father, Danny O'Leary; brothers, Fred, Steve, Tom and Shawn; sisters, Mary Jane, Kathy, Patty, Donna, Valerie and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was predeceased by her loving mother, Mary O'Leary; sister, Loretta and both maternal and paternal grandparents. She will be forever missed by not forgotten. Arrangements for a memorial service to be announced at a later date. **************************************************** Kevin MacLeod Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with saddened hearts that we, the family of Kevin MacLeod, announce the passing of a dear husband, father, son and brother on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was employed at one time with the General Instruments Plant, Sydney & Gillis's Market in Glace Bay. Later on he worked for the DEVCO coal division until its closing. Fishing became part of his life; a job he truly enjoyed. He loved to hunt, 4-wheel or just spend time in the back yard with family and his two dogs, Sparky & Daisey. Spending time with his wife Wendy and family were important, whether it be going to the woods with son Jeff or taking Wendy to a baseball field or hockey rink to watch Ainslie perform. He is survived by Wendy; a son, Jeff (Melenda) and daughter, Ainslie (Matthew). His mother, Elsie (Allie) Neary and a brother, Doug. Also nephews, Kenneth and Darrell and a niece, Sarah He was predeceased by a sister, Elizabeth Shiel. Visitation was held in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Christian farewell service will be conducted on Saturday 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Martha MacDonald CDM officiating. Condolences may be forwarded to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. Donations to a charity of ones choice. **************************************************** Thomas Eaves Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Watertown, Massachusetts, United States Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Thomas A. Eaves of Watertown, MA., formerly of Gosbee's Lane, New Waterford, N.S., on Nov. 30, 2010. Beloved son of Hazel M. (Gosbee) of Watertown and the late John R. Eaves, Sr.; brother of Leona F. Pooley and her husband, David of Cincinnati, Ohio and John R. Eaves, Jr. and his wife Lucy M. of Watertown. Uncle of David, John and Michael Pooley. Also survived by several cousins. Memorial services will be at a later date. For further info, please visit MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald www.macdonaldrockwell.com. ******************************************************* Mary 'Elaine' McDonald Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Lakes of Melbourne, Florida, United States Passed away on: 01/12/2010 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Elaine McDonald on Dec. 1, 2010 at the age of 86. Elaine has been a resident of the Lakes of Melbourne for 20 years. Elaine was the daughter of the late Neil and Virginia Jamieson. She was born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia on March 11, 1924. In 1959, along with her family, she moved to the United States. Elaine is survived by her husband of 65 years, Frank; son, Neil (Linda); daughter, Anne (Clifton) and brother, Joey (Velda). She was predeceased by daughters, Karen and Patricia; sister, Lily and brother-in-law Joe Phalen. Elaine was a loving wife and mother. She will be greatly missed by her son-in-law, Bobby and many grand and great-grandchildren. She will be missed by the many friends she made during her lifetime. Best described by her local physician as as a very nice lady. Her passing will leave a deep void in all our lives. In lieu of flowers, donations to your local Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated. Mass to be held on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Palm Bay, Florida. ********************************************************* Ronald Johnson Born on: 15/09/1942 Passed away on: 01/12/2010 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness we announce the passing of Ronald Johnson in his 68th year. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife Theresa (Pitchuck) of 41 years; son, Kenneth (Lynn) Pitchuck, Ontario; daughters, Lisa (Dave) Churcher, Alberta and Charlene, Sydney. grandchildren, Tracy (Aiden) Pitchuck-Ozon, Ontario and Amanda (Mark), Sydney; great grandchild, Arianna, Sydney. first cousin, Johnny (Phyllis) Wright, New Brunswick. He will also be missed dearly by many family members and friends. Ron fought a huge battle with a positive attitude and his great sense of humor. His strength and courage was second to none. May You Rest in Peace. In respect of Ron's wishes, there will be no funeral service and his body will be donated to science. If friends and family so desire, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 03, 2010 Friday There are 3 obituaries published for today. Catherine 'Kay' Smith Frances (Dawe) Maroun Genevieve (Baker) Clarke ******************************************************************************************************* Catherine 'Kay' Smith Born in: Port Morien, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/12/2010 Catherine Audrey 'Kay' Smith, 76, a resident of the Cove Guest Home, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, at the Cove. Born in Port Morien, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mayme (Nicholson) Wadden. Kay was a member of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Port Morien and an active member of St. Mark's Anglican Church. She was employed with the Dominion Coal Co. and retired from the Prothonotary Office at the Department of Justice. Surviving are her husband, Archdeacon Weldon Smith; brothers, Robert (Gertrude), Ottawa and Hugh (Helen) Buchens, Newfoundland; nieces, Lorna Harvey Carolyn Russell, Sondra Noel, Patricia Slaney, Deanna Wadden, Edith Over and Kim Glass. Kay was predeceased by her sister, Edith; brothers, Crawford, Kenneth and Eldon and nephew, Thomas Wadden. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Port Morien on Sunday 3 p.m., with Archdeacon Brenda Drake officiating. Interment in St. Paul's Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Anglican Church or the Cove Guest Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ****************************************************** Frances (Dawe) Maroun Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/12/2010 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Frances Marjorie (Dawe) Maroun, on Dec. 1, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. She fought a dignified and courageous battle with cancer. She was the eldest child of the late Frank and Elizabeth Maud (Oliver) Dawe, Sydney. Mom loved the simple pleasures in life, her opera music, dancing the Lebanese dabke in her younger days, a good game of tarabish, especially with her sons-in-law and preparing and serving her beloved Lebanese food. Mom was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Fatima parish, Sydney River, and more recently, a parishioner of St. Joseph's Church, Sydney. Mom was a devoted sister, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She always put the well being of her family before herself. She was a hardworker both in her home and outside her home. She worked for over 30 years at Woolco, Sydney River, and at Colpitts the Stationer, Moncton, N.B. Frances is survived by her three daughters, Sharon (Ronald) Stoffer, Lakeland, Fla., Mary Louise (Edward) Belliveau, Shediac, N.B., and Katherine (Gerald) Sheppard, Howie Centre; and by her two grandsons, whom she dearly loved and was so proud of, Peter and Kenzie Sheppard. Nanny was special to her two grandsons; as they were to her. She is also survived by two sisters, Mary J. MacDonald, Sydney, and Elizabeth Ann Dawe, Texas; and by several nieces and nephews. Frances was predeceased by her husband and soulmate, Peter John Maroun in March 1996, and by her brother, Frank Dawe Jr., Cleveland, Ohio. At mom's request there will be no visitation. There will be a funeral mass to celebrate her life at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River, at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010, Fr. Will MacPherson and Fr. Albert Maroun officiating. Interment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, En Cala Unit (4E) or to a charity of choice. Online condolences at www.twcurry.com. **************************************************** Genevieve (Baker) Clarke Born in: Avondale, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Less than a month before her 91st birthday, Jennie Clarke passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, where she resided with her husband, Archie for the past year. In July, they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with friends and colleagues from the many groups and projects that were part of her very active life, St. Gerard's Guild (president), CWL (50 year member), Holy Redeemer Choir, Brownies (brown owl), Don Bosco Home and School Association (president). Among her outreach endeavors were Holy Redeemer Camp, Welcome Wagon, canvasser for several organizations and chaperone for high school attendees at Expo'67, Montreal. As she once said, she had a real passion for her home, where her fine taste was always evident. She still had time for her skating, community exercise program and her painting. She approached everything with intensity and passion. Born in Avondale, Nfld., Jennie was the daughter of the late Thomas and Bridgit (Parsley) Baker. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Archie Clarke; two daughters, Karen Campbell (Steve), Moncton, N.B. and Janet Porter (Jack), Sydney; one son, Wayne (Betty), Sydney. She was "Grammie" to six grandchildren, Jamie, Guelph and Chad Clarke, Halifax and Andrew (Beth), Riverview, N.B., Steward (Leslie), Framingham, MA, Gordon (Marlene), Grand Bay-Westfield, N.B. and Lawren (Lynn) Campbell, Moncton, N.B.; and eight great-grandchildren, Chloe, Brett, Mackenzie, Curran, Lachlan, Rowan, Benson and Ellie Campbell; one sister, Mary Florence 'Tootsie' Dawe, Ashfield, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Marie (Eddie) Gauthier and Theresa (Jack) Beck and a brother in infancy. A memorial mass will take place at St. Anthony Daniel Church on Saturday 10 a.m., with Rev. Donald MacGillivray officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society, CWL or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 02, 2010 Thursday There are 14 obituaries published for today. Edward 'Ned' Lannon Patricia 'Patsy' MacIsaac (Hawley) Sister Anne CND MacLeod Elaine Lilly Genevieve (Baker) Clarke Kevin MacLeod Garfield Murray Mary (Tobin) Shepherd Greg Greene Angus MacDougall James MacDonald Donald 'DJ' MacNeil Eleanor Densmore Dunford Beatrice ELiza (Roper) Evans ******************************************************************************************************* Edward 'Ned' Lannon Born in: Harbour Round, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 After a long, full and wonderful 99 years, Ned pasted away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 30 in the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Harbour Round, Nfld., he arrived in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, at the age of two years. He was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Mansefield) Lannon. He worked for 45 years at No. 20 Colliery in Glace Bay. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Ned was a loving son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. His entire family was his pride and joy. During his latter years, he was a faithful visitor to many hospitals and guest homes to cheer up many of his senior friends. He was a member of St. Anne's Church where he served as hospitality minister for many years. Ned is survived by sons, Jim, Jack, Tom, Glace Bay, Al (Gemma), Truro, N.S., and daughter, Eileen (Keith) Oldford, Glace Bay; grandchildren, Jim, Glen, Carla, Glen, Lana and Jason (Jo-Ann), who are expecting; great-grandchildren, Michael, Caden, Cheyenne, Kristen, MacKenzie, Talal and Jessica; several nieces, nephews; brother, Tom and sister, Jeanette. Ned was predeceased by his loving wife, Catherine (O'Donnell), son, Rev. Fr. Joseph Patrick and in infancy, daughter, Mary Kay, brothers, Tony, Jim, sisters, Nellie, Josie, Pat, Irene and Joan. Special thanks to Dr. Guy and 3rd floor nursing staff, Glace Bay Hospital. A private family service will be held in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Please visit for online condolences to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Patricia 'Patsy' MacIsaac (Hawley) Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Patricia 'Patsy' (Hawley) MacIsaac on Tuesday Nov. 30, 2010 at home. Born in New Waterford she was the daughter of the late Harold and Tena (Chiasson) Hawley. She was a member of St. Leonard's Parish, formerly Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Patsy attended Mount Carmel High School and then went on to graduate from New Waterford School of Nursing in 1969. She began her career in St. Joseph's Hospital, Glace Bay followed by a short time working in Point Edward Hospital. After 25 years of service, she retired from Nova Scotia Public Health in 1999. Patsy was always ready to lend a hand to those in need, donating financially to various causes and could regularly be found in the kitchen cooking up a meal for the family she loved so much. She was a great support to many people around her and always willing to lend an ear or hold a hand. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be sadly missed by her husband and best friend Raymond MacIsaac; daughter Raylene (Shannon) MacLeod; brother Greg (Cathy) Hawley and her precious grandchildren Andrew MacIsaac and Erynn MacLeod. She also leaves to mourn sisters-in-law Marg Kearney, Sheila (Steve) Halliday, both of Halifax, Kay (John) May, Glace Bay; brothers-in-law John 'brother' (Frauke) MacIsaac, Ontario, Donnie MacIsaac, Korea, Doug MacIsaac, Ronnie (Charlotte) MacIsaac, both of Halifax; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and her special friend Patricia 'Patti' MacIntyre, New Waterford. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a son Joseph, in infancy; father-in-law Angus MacIsaac; mother-in-law Isabel MacIsaac, and brother-in-law Greg MacNeil. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Patsy will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Ray Huntley officiating. Cremation will follow with burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery at a later date. There will be a luncheon held at St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford, immediately following the funeral mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca *********************************************** Sister Anne CND MacLeod Born in: Dunvegan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Sister Anne MacLeod died peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at the CND Health Care Center in Sydney. Born in, Dunvegan, Inverness County, she was the daughter of the late Donald Joseph MacLeod and Mary Isabel (Collins) MacLeod. Sister MacLeod made her religious profession in the Congregation of Notre Dame on January 12, 1938. Sister Anne taught in various schools in the Sydney area, including Holy Angels and Constantine schools. She also taught at Notre Dame Convent, Sydney Mines and St. Martin's Convent, New Victoria, as well as years spent in Iona, Inverness, New Glasgow, Mabou, Port Hood and Pictou. After retiring from teaching, Sister moved to St. Theresa Convent where she was involved with the Literacy Reading Program in the area. Sister's last place of residence was at the CND Health Care Center, Sydney. Sister Anne is survived by two sisters, Margaret MacLellan, New Waterford, and Catherine Grant, Halifax and one brother, Reverend Father Angus J. MacLeod, Sydney. Besides her parents, Sister was predeceased by one sister, Aurelia, Edmonton, and brothers, Rev. Father Colonel, Rod, Collins, Alex, J.D., Donald and Finlay. Sister leaves to mourn many nieces and nephews. Visitation for Sister MacLeod will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. with a prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Angels Convent Chapel on Friday, December 3, 2010 at 2 p.m. with Reverend Angus MacLeod officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************** Elaine Lilly Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 23/11/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Elaine (Stephens) Lilly, 77, formerly of Whitney Avenue, Sydney. Elaine passed away peacefully in Halifax on Nov. 23, 2010. The eldest daughter of William J. 'Bill' and Dorothy Stephens, Elaine had fond memories of growing up in Sydney before moving to the United States and then settling in Halifax where she lived most of her life. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Dorothy; son, Glen MacDonald; parents, Bill and Dorothy; sister, Faye Porter and husband John Lilly. Elaine is survived by daughter, Phyllis 'Bipsy' MacDonald and her children, Patrick and Julia, and by daughter Brenda MacDonald and her daughters, Chelsey and Leigha, all residing in British Columbia. She is also survived by her brother, Jack (Ameta) Stephens, Baddeck; her sister, Diane Stephens, Sydney and her great-grandson, Michael, British Columbia, whom she cherished. She will be missed by family members and close friends both in Sydney and Halifax. Elaine worked for many years as a secretary for the teamsters union in Halifax. Her jovial nature and sharp sense of humour are remembered by many of her co-workers. She always took great pleasure in sharing a laugh with family and longtime friends. Elaine enjoyed reading and was an avid fan of movies and music. She enjoyed time spent in the kitchen and was known to share her cooking with family and friends. True to her love of animals, Elaine was a constant supporter of animal shelters. It was Elaine's preference that her remembrance be honoured personally by those who knew her. Memorials may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Bide Awhile Animal Shelter in Dartmouth. ********************************************* Genevieve (Baker) Clarke Born in: Avondale, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Less than a month before her 91st birthday, Jennie Clarke passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, where she resided with her husband, Archie for the past year. In July, they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with friends and colleagues from the many groups and projects that were part of her very active life, St. Gerard's Guild (president), CWL (50 year member), Holy Redeemer Choir, Brownies (brown owl), Don Bosco Home and School Association (president). Among her outreach endeavors were Holy Redeemer Camp, Welcome Wagon, canvasser for several organizations and chaperone for high school attendees at Expo'67, Montreal. As she once said, she had a real passion for her home, where her fine taste was always evident. She still had time for her skating, community exercise program and her painting. She approached everything with intensity and passion. Born in Avondale, Nfld., Jennie was the daughter of the late Thomas and Bridgit (Parsley) Baker. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Archie Clarke; two daughters, Karen Campbell (Steve), Moncton, N.B. and Janet Porter (Jack), Sydney; one son, Wayne (Betty), Sydney. She was "Grammie" to six grandchildren, Jamie, Guelph and Chad Clarke, Halifax and Andrew (Beth), Riverview, N.B., Steward (Leslie), Framingham, MA, Gordon (Marlene), Grand Bay-Westfield, N.B. and Lawren (Lynn) Campbell, Moncton, N.B.; and eight great-grandchildren, Chloe, Brett, Mackenzie, Curran, Lachlan, Rowan, Benson and Ellie Campbell; one sister, Mary Florence 'Tootsie' Dawe, Ashfield, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Marie (Eddie) Gauthier and Theresa (Jack) Beck and a brother in infancy. A memorial mass will take place at St. Anthony Daniel Church on Saturday 10 a.m., with Rev. Donald MacGillivray officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society, CWL or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ********************************************** Kevin MacLeod Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with saddened hearts that we the family of Kevin MacLeod announce the passing of a dear husband, father, son, and brother on Tue. Nov. 30, 2010 at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was employed at one time with the General Instruments Plant, Sydney & Gillis' Market in Glace Bay. Later on he worked for the DEVCO coal division until its closing. Fishing became part of his life; a job he truly enjoyed. He loved to hunt, 4-wheel or just spend time in the back yard with family and his two dogs, Sparky & Daisey. Spending time with his wife Wendy and family were important, whether it be going to the woods with son Jeff or taking Wendy to a baseball field or hockey rink to watch Ainslie perform. He is survived by his wife Wendy; a son Jeff (Melenda) and daughter Ainslie (Matthew). His mother, Elsie (Allie) Neary and a brother Doug. Also nephews, Kenneth & Daniel, and a niece Sarah He was predeceased by a sister Elizabeth Shiel. Visitation will be in Curry's Funeral Home 775 Main St., Glace Bay on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A Christian farewell service will be conducted on Saturday 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Martha MacDonald CDM officiating. Condolences may be forwarded to jmcurry.ns@sympatico.ca Donations to a charity of ones choice. ********************************************** Garfield Murray Born in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/12/2010 Garfield Francis Murray, 96, formerly of Lorne Street and Tillock Drive, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Nova Scotia. Born in 1914 in Antigonish, N.S., he was the son of the late Frank and Katherine (MacDonald) Murray (Carmichael). Gar was a member of St. Theresa's Parish. He graduated from Sydney Academy in 1932 and then worked in the Open hearth at the Sydney Steel Plant retiring in 1978. He was an honorary member of the Steelworkers and Sydney Pensioners club. An avid fisherman, Gar played rugby and baseball in his earlier years and is the last surviving member of the 1938 Glace Bay Miners Senior hockey team, winners of the Cape Breton Senior League and holders of the Halifax Herald Trophy. He is survived by his daughters, Murdo (Donnie MacIsaac), Antigonish, Carol (Charlie Crowe) Sydney; sons, Frank (Brenda), Hamilton, Robert (Miriam), Bedford, Keith (Sharon), Bedford; stepbrother, Elgie Carmichael, Dartmouth; companion, Bertha Farrell; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife the former Helen (McKenzie),; brother, Robert (Went); stepfather, Murdoch Carmichael; stepsister, Rita Carmichael. Cremation has taken place under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. A mass of celebration will take place Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Theresa Church, Sydney with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment to be made in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to Hospice Palliative Care or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ********************************************* Mary (Tobin) Shepherd Born in: Westmount, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 04/05/1922 Passed away in: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with profound love that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mary at the age of 88 on Nov. 30, 2010. Left to celebrate Mary's life and cherish her memory are her children, Mike Shepherd, Nancy Shepherd, Mark Shepherd, Sheilagh (Tony) and Debbie (Peter); eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by siblings, Theodore Tobin (Evelyn) and Theresa Kozero of Sydney, N.S. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack Shepherd; one grandchild and nine brothers and sisters. Mary was born in Westmount, 1922, daughter of John and Viola Tobin and was brought up in Sydney, Nova Scotia. She was a graduate of Holy Angels Convent and later Halifax Infirmary as an RN in 1944. A memorial service will be held at Leyden's Funeral Home (corner of 17th Avenue & 2nd Street SW, Calgary) on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 at 4 p.m. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Peter Lougheed Centre and the palliative care nurses for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mary's name may be made to the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation, Suite 1-A1, Sir Charles Tupper Medical Building, 5850 College St. Halifax, NS, B3H 4H7 or to the YWCA of Calgary - Mary Dover House, 320-5 Ave. SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0E5. Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home, Reception & Cremation Centre, Calgary. Tel: 403-228-4422. ********************************************** Greg Greene Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Greg Greene, 59, Sydney Mines, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Anne (Campbell) Greene. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Greg loved music and enjoyed sharing it with his fellow musicians. He displayed his musical talents at many events and functions in the area and those talents were appreciated by all who listened. He also loved caring for his exotic birds and his dog, Cricket. He is survived by his sons, Greg (Linelle), Sydney Mines and Kevin (Danielle), New Brunswick; his grandchildren, Gabrielle, Jacob, Dominic and Emmanuelle. Also surviving are his brothers, Donnie and Bernie (Brenda) and his mother and father-in-law, Wally and Dorothy Morgan. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Monica (Morgan). Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Saturday, 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. ********************************************* Angus MacDougall Passed away in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 29/11/2010 With family by his side, Kevin passed away in Toronto, Ont. after a brief illness on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 at the age of 72. Beloved father of Shonna MacDougall and proud grandpa of Joshua Baptiste. Kevin will be missed by surviving family. Private arrangements have taken place in Toronto, Ont. *********************************************** James MacDonald Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, James Daniel MacDonald. James passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Charles and Christine (Ames) MacDonald. He lived in the United States for a number of years and returned to Sydney Mines after his retirement as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. He enjoyed sitting in his garage chatting with friends and working on projects. Jimmy will be greatly missed by his sisters, Anne Francis, Mary Linda (Patrick) Reilly, both in Sydney Mines, Christine (Terry) McCormick, Georges River and his brother, Charles, Sydney Mines. Also surviving are his nieces and nephews, Patrick, James (Trina) and Joseph Reilly, Christine (Adam) Curry, Jessica and Danielle McCormick and his grandniece, Emma Reilly. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. The family would like to thank Dr. Michel McKeough and Louise McKeough for their care and support to Jim throughout his illness, palliative care, especially Dr. G. Burns and Dr. D. Gowan and a very special thanks to Susan MacKenzie, RN, whose care and guidance Jim came to depend on. Donations in his memory may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care or to a charity of choice. Jim In my garage of memories, My friends would come for aid. A tool or advice was needed, Now in Heaven my place is made. ************************************************ Donald 'DJ' MacNeil Born in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 Donald James 'DJ' MacNeil, 18, died as the result of a traffic accident in Ontario, Nov. 28, 2010. Born in Halifax, DJ was the beloved son of Leslie Shanahan and Cameron MacNeil and big brother to his sister, Catherine, whom he adored. He was the grandson of Nilda and Jimmy Shanahan, Sydney, Marguerite MacNeil, Halifax and the late Donald C MacNeil, Q.C., Sydney. DJ was very close to his extended family, Barbara Jo Robinson (Bill), Margo MacNeil (Seamus McGuinness), Marylee Brittain (Rod) Louise Biechele, Marlene Biechele, great-aunt, Mia Schima and his cousins Kristi-Jo and Billy Robinson and Connor McGuinness. While DJ played in many sports, his passion was football. He cherished his time as quarterback for the Halifax West Warriors. Sports provided him with many lasting friendships over the years and he will be fondly remembered by his teammates. His kind and generous nature and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him. DJ was admired for his determination and courage in overcoming challenging situations in sports and in life. His kind heart made him a champion of the underdog. DJ was attending Robert Land Academy in Ontario where he continued to enjoy his sports and academics. In the short time he was there, he developed close relationships with the teachers, staff and the boys of company C. A special thanks to DJ's guardian angel, Dr. Irene Campbell-Taylor. Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr., Halifax. Celebration of life will be held Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Rockingham United Church, Flamingo Dr., Rev. Debbie Aitken officiating. Burial at a later date. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Please visit www.jasnowfuneralhome.com. The light on the ocean glimmering nice The seagulls are roaming, making fish think twice The sailboats traveling through the harbour Treading the water as if they are armoured The boats look small from up here, like toys, we're devouring cookies right now, Chips Ahoy! "A view from Dads office" D.J. MacNeil, 2010 ***************************************************** Eleanor Densmore Dunford Peacefully at home on Monday, November 29, 2010, at the age of 75 yrs. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of Joanne Dunford and her husband Art Johnstone, and Kin Dunford and her husband Mark Kramer. Proud grandmother of Sarah and Andrew. Dear sister of James, Ruth, Phyllis and Thelma. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham funeral Home, 30 Worsley Street, Barrie, Ontario, from 12:30 pm on Friday, December 3, 2010. until the time of the memorial service in the chapel at 1:30 pm. Flowers and donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Care Centre would be appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded through www.steckelygooderham.com **************************************************** Beatrice ELiza (Roper) Evans - 92 Sydney Mines It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Beatrice Eliza Evans of Sydney Mines. Beatrice passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 1, 2010 in the Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney. Born November 20, 1918 in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Ann (Brewer) Roper. In Beatrice's early years she enjoyed being a stay at home Mom and later loved being a grandmother and great grandmother. She was the joy and comfort of her family and loved taking care of everyone. She was our strength and our security through life's challenges. Beatrice was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary in Sydney Mines for over 40 years and enjoyed her club meetings. She also enjoyed sewing, cooking, Bingo, reading, watching hockey and baseball games, as well as listening to country music. She had a great sense of humor and was a joy to be around. She will be sadly missed by daughters; Sharon Snow, Sydney Mines; Carol (Jerry) Arsenault, Alder Point; Nancy (Ian) MacInnis, Sydney Mines; Mary Lee (Doug) Walsh, Sydney Mines; Pamela (James Bishop) MacDonald, Baddeck; sons, David (Sharon), South Haven; Brian (Anne Marie), Sydney Mines; Murray (Creyton), Sydney Mines; Dale (Joellen), Alberta; sister, Lillian Plumb; brothers, Edward and Harry, all from Ontario; 25 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband William "Bill"; daughter, Linda; son, Robert in infancy; sister, Lila; brothers, Ronald, George and Elmer. Visitation will be held 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Friday, December 3, 2010 in Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 3 in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines, Rev. Peter Rafuse will officiate. Interment in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Sydney Mines. A reception will follow the committal service in the church hall. Donations in Beatrice's memory may be made to the Northside Community Guest Home, Palliative care unit or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 02, 2010 Wednesday There are 14 obituaries published for today. Edward 'Ned' Lannon Patricia 'Patsy' MacIsaac (Hawley) Sister Anne CND MacLeod Elaine Lilly Genevieve (Baker) Clarke Kevin MacLeod Garfield Murray Mary (Tobin) Shepherd Greg Greene Angus MacDougall James MacDonald Donald 'DJ' MacNeil Eleanor Densmore Dunford Beatrice ELiza (Roper) Evans ******************************************************************************************************* Edward 'Ned' Lannon Born in: Harbour Round, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 After a long, full and wonderful 99 years, Ned pasted away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 30 in the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Harbour Round, Nfld., he arrived in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, at the age of two years. He was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Mansefield) Lannon. He worked for 45 years at No. 20 Colliery in Glace Bay. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Ned was a loving son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. His entire family was his pride and joy. During his latter years, he was a faithful visitor to many hospitals and guest homes to cheer up many of his senior friends. He was a member of St. Anne's Church where he served as hospitality minister for many years. Ned is survived by sons, Jim, Jack, Tom, Glace Bay, Al (Gemma), Truro, N.S., and daughter, Eileen (Keith) Oldford, Glace Bay; grandchildren, Jim, Glen, Carla, Glen, Lana and Jason (Jo-Ann), who are expecting; great-grandchildren, Michael, Caden, Cheyenne, Kristen, MacKenzie, Talal and Jessica; several nieces, nephews; brother, Tom and sister, Jeanette. Ned was predeceased by his loving wife, Catherine (O'Donnell), son, Rev. Fr. Joseph Patrick and in infancy, daughter, Mary Kay, brothers, Tony, Jim, sisters, Nellie, Josie, Pat, Irene and Joan. Special thanks to Dr. Guy and 3rd floor nursing staff, Glace Bay Hospital. A private family service will be held in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Please visit for online condolences to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************************** Patricia 'Patsy' MacIsaac (Hawley) Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Patricia 'Patsy' (Hawley) MacIsaac on Tuesday Nov. 30, 2010 at home. Born in New Waterford she was the daughter of the late Harold and Tena (Chiasson) Hawley. She was a member of St. Leonard's Parish, formerly Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Patsy attended Mount Carmel High School and then went on to graduate from New Waterford School of Nursing in 1969. She began her career in St. Joseph's Hospital, Glace Bay followed by a short time working in Point Edward Hospital. After 25 years of service, she retired from Nova Scotia Public Health in 1999. Patsy was always ready to lend a hand to those in need, donating financially to various causes and could regularly be found in the kitchen cooking up a meal for the family she loved so much. She was a great support to many people around her and always willing to lend an ear or hold a hand. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will be sadly missed by her husband and best friend Raymond MacIsaac; daughter Raylene (Shannon) MacLeod; brother Greg (Cathy) Hawley and her precious grandchildren Andrew MacIsaac and Erynn MacLeod. She also leaves to mourn sisters-in-law Marg Kearney, Sheila (Steve) Halliday, both of Halifax, Kay (John) May, Glace Bay; brothers-in-law John 'brother' (Frauke) MacIsaac, Ontario, Donnie MacIsaac, Korea, Doug MacIsaac, Ronnie (Charlotte) MacIsaac, both of Halifax; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and her special friend Patricia 'Patti' MacIntyre, New Waterford. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a son Joseph, in infancy; father-in-law Angus MacIsaac; mother-in-law Isabel MacIsaac, and brother-in-law Greg MacNeil. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Patsy will take place Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Ray Huntley officiating. Cremation will follow with burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery at a later date. There will be a luncheon held at St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford, immediately following the funeral mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca *********************************************** Sister Anne CND MacLeod Born in: Dunvegan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Sister Anne MacLeod died peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at the CND Health Care Center in Sydney. Born in, Dunvegan, Inverness County, she was the daughter of the late Donald Joseph MacLeod and Mary Isabel (Collins) MacLeod. Sister MacLeod made her religious profession in the Congregation of Notre Dame on January 12, 1938. Sister Anne taught in various schools in the Sydney area, including Holy Angels and Constantine schools. She also taught at Notre Dame Convent, Sydney Mines and St. Martin's Convent, New Victoria, as well as years spent in Iona, Inverness, New Glasgow, Mabou, Port Hood and Pictou. After retiring from teaching, Sister moved to St. Theresa Convent where she was involved with the Literacy Reading Program in the area. Sister's last place of residence was at the CND Health Care Center, Sydney. Sister Anne is survived by two sisters, Margaret MacLellan, New Waterford, and Catherine Grant, Halifax and one brother, Reverend Father Angus J. MacLeod, Sydney. Besides her parents, Sister was predeceased by one sister, Aurelia, Edmonton, and brothers, Rev. Father Colonel, Rod, Collins, Alex, J.D., Donald and Finlay. Sister leaves to mourn many nieces and nephews. Visitation for Sister MacLeod will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. with a prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Angels Convent Chapel on Friday, December 3, 2010 at 2 p.m. with Reverend Angus MacLeod officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************** Elaine Lilly Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 23/11/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Elaine (Stephens) Lilly, 77, formerly of Whitney Avenue, Sydney. Elaine passed away peacefully in Halifax on Nov. 23, 2010. The eldest daughter of William J. 'Bill' and Dorothy Stephens, Elaine had fond memories of growing up in Sydney before moving to the United States and then settling in Halifax where she lived most of her life. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Dorothy; son, Glen MacDonald; parents, Bill and Dorothy; sister, Faye Porter and husband John Lilly. Elaine is survived by daughter, Phyllis 'Bipsy' MacDonald and her children, Patrick and Julia, and by daughter Brenda MacDonald and her daughters, Chelsey and Leigha, all residing in British Columbia. She is also survived by her brother, Jack (Ameta) Stephens, Baddeck; her sister, Diane Stephens, Sydney and her great-grandson, Michael, British Columbia, whom she cherished. She will be missed by family members and close friends both in Sydney and Halifax. Elaine worked for many years as a secretary for the teamsters union in Halifax. Her jovial nature and sharp sense of humour are remembered by many of her co-workers. She always took great pleasure in sharing a laugh with family and longtime friends. Elaine enjoyed reading and was an avid fan of movies and music. She enjoyed time spent in the kitchen and was known to share her cooking with family and friends. True to her love of animals, Elaine was a constant supporter of animal shelters. It was Elaine's preference that her remembrance be honoured personally by those who knew her. Memorials may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Bide Awhile Animal Shelter in Dartmouth. ********************************************* Genevieve (Baker) Clarke Born in: Avondale, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Less than a month before her 91st birthday, Jennie Clarke passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, where she resided with her husband, Archie for the past year. In July, they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with friends and colleagues from the many groups and projects that were part of her very active life, St. Gerard's Guild (president), CWL (50 year member), Holy Redeemer Choir, Brownies (brown owl), Don Bosco Home and School Association (president). Among her outreach endeavors were Holy Redeemer Camp, Welcome Wagon, canvasser for several organizations and chaperone for high school attendees at Expo'67, Montreal. As she once said, she had a real passion for her home, where her fine taste was always evident. She still had time for her skating, community exercise program and her painting. She approached everything with intensity and passion. Born in Avondale, Nfld., Jennie was the daughter of the late Thomas and Bridgit (Parsley) Baker. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Archie Clarke; two daughters, Karen Campbell (Steve), Moncton, N.B. and Janet Porter (Jack), Sydney; one son, Wayne (Betty), Sydney. She was "Grammie" to six grandchildren, Jamie, Guelph and Chad Clarke, Halifax and Andrew (Beth), Riverview, N.B., Steward (Leslie), Framingham, MA, Gordon (Marlene), Grand Bay-Westfield, N.B. and Lawren (Lynn) Campbell, Moncton, N.B.; and eight great-grandchildren, Chloe, Brett, Mackenzie, Curran, Lachlan, Rowan, Benson and Ellie Campbell; one sister, Mary Florence 'Tootsie' Dawe, Ashfield, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Marie (Eddie) Gauthier and Theresa (Jack) Beck and a brother in infancy. A memorial mass will take place at St. Anthony Daniel Church on Saturday 10 a.m., with Rev. Donald MacGillivray officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society, CWL or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ********************************************** Kevin MacLeod Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with saddened hearts that we the family of Kevin MacLeod announce the passing of a dear husband, father, son, and brother on Tue. Nov. 30, 2010 at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was employed at one time with the General Instruments Plant, Sydney & Gillis' Market in Glace Bay. Later on he worked for the DEVCO coal division until its closing. Fishing became part of his life; a job he truly enjoyed. He loved to hunt, 4-wheel or just spend time in the back yard with family and his two dogs, Sparky & Daisey. Spending time with his wife Wendy and family were important, whether it be going to the woods with son Jeff or taking Wendy to a baseball field or hockey rink to watch Ainslie perform. He is survived by his wife Wendy; a son Jeff (Melenda) and daughter Ainslie (Matthew). His mother, Elsie (Allie) Neary and a brother Doug. Also nephews, Kenneth & Daniel, and a niece Sarah He was predeceased by a sister Elizabeth Shiel. Visitation will be in Curry's Funeral Home 775 Main St., Glace Bay on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A Christian farewell service will be conducted on Saturday 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Martha MacDonald CDM officiating. Condolences may be forwarded to jmcurry.ns@sympatico.ca Donations to a charity of ones choice. ********************************************** Garfield Murray Born in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/12/2010 Garfield Francis Murray, 96, formerly of Lorne Street and Tillock Drive, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Nova Scotia. Born in 1914 in Antigonish, N.S., he was the son of the late Frank and Katherine (MacDonald) Murray (Carmichael). Gar was a member of St. Theresa's Parish. He graduated from Sydney Academy in 1932 and then worked in the Open hearth at the Sydney Steel Plant retiring in 1978. He was an honorary member of the Steelworkers and Sydney Pensioners club. An avid fisherman, Gar played rugby and baseball in his earlier years and is the last surviving member of the 1938 Glace Bay Miners Senior hockey team, winners of the Cape Breton Senior League and holders of the Halifax Herald Trophy. He is survived by his daughters, Murdo (Donnie MacIsaac), Antigonish, Carol (Charlie Crowe) Sydney; sons, Frank (Brenda), Hamilton, Robert (Miriam), Bedford, Keith (Sharon), Bedford; stepbrother, Elgie Carmichael, Dartmouth; companion, Bertha Farrell; 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife the former Helen (McKenzie),; brother, Robert (Went); stepfather, Murdoch Carmichael; stepsister, Rita Carmichael. Cremation has taken place under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. A mass of celebration will take place Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Theresa Church, Sydney with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment to be made in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to Hospice Palliative Care or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ********************************************* Mary (Tobin) Shepherd Born in: Westmount, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 04/05/1922 Passed away in: Calgary, Alberta, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with profound love that we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mary at the age of 88 on Nov. 30, 2010. Left to celebrate Mary's life and cherish her memory are her children, Mike Shepherd, Nancy Shepherd, Mark Shepherd, Sheilagh (Tony) and Debbie (Peter); eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She is also survived by siblings, Theodore Tobin (Evelyn) and Theresa Kozero of Sydney, N.S. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack Shepherd; one grandchild and nine brothers and sisters. Mary was born in Westmount, 1922, daughter of John and Viola Tobin and was brought up in Sydney, Nova Scotia. She was a graduate of Holy Angels Convent and later Halifax Infirmary as an RN in 1944. A memorial service will be held at Leyden's Funeral Home (corner of 17th Avenue & 2nd Street SW, Calgary) on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 at 4 p.m. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Peter Lougheed Centre and the palliative care nurses for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mary's name may be made to the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation, Suite 1-A1, Sir Charles Tupper Medical Building, 5850 College St. Halifax, NS, B3H 4H7 or to the YWCA of Calgary - Mary Dover House, 320-5 Ave. SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0E5. Arrangements entrusted to Leyden's Funeral Home, Reception & Cremation Centre, Calgary. Tel: 403-228-4422. ********************************************** Greg Greene Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 Greg Greene, 59, Sydney Mines, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Anne (Campbell) Greene. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Greg loved music and enjoyed sharing it with his fellow musicians. He displayed his musical talents at many events and functions in the area and those talents were appreciated by all who listened. He also loved caring for his exotic birds and his dog, Cricket. He is survived by his sons, Greg (Linelle), Sydney Mines and Kevin (Danielle), New Brunswick; his grandchildren, Gabrielle, Jacob, Dominic and Emmanuelle. Also surviving are his brothers, Donnie and Bernie (Brenda) and his mother and father-in-law, Wally and Dorothy Morgan. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Monica (Morgan). Visitation Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Saturday, 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. ********************************************* Angus MacDougall Passed away in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 29/11/2010 With family by his side, Kevin passed away in Toronto, Ont. after a brief illness on Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 at the age of 72. Beloved father of Shonna MacDougall and proud grandpa of Joshua Baptiste. Kevin will be missed by surviving family. Private arrangements have taken place in Toronto, Ont. *********************************************** James MacDonald Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/11/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, James Daniel MacDonald. James passed away Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Charles and Christine (Ames) MacDonald. He lived in the United States for a number of years and returned to Sydney Mines after his retirement as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. He enjoyed sitting in his garage chatting with friends and working on projects. Jimmy will be greatly missed by his sisters, Anne Francis, Mary Linda (Patrick) Reilly, both in Sydney Mines, Christine (Terry) McCormick, Georges River and his brother, Charles, Sydney Mines. Also surviving are his nieces and nephews, Patrick, James (Trina) and Joseph Reilly, Christine (Adam) Curry, Jessica and Danielle McCormick and his grandniece, Emma Reilly. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. The family would like to thank Dr. Michel McKeough and Louise McKeough for their care and support to Jim throughout his illness, palliative care, especially Dr. G. Burns and Dr. D. Gowan and a very special thanks to Susan MacKenzie, RN, whose care and guidance Jim came to depend on. Donations in his memory may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care or to a charity of choice. Jim In my garage of memories, My friends would come for aid. A tool or advice was needed, Now in Heaven my place is made. ************************************************ Donald 'DJ' MacNeil Born in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 02/12/2010 Donald James 'DJ' MacNeil, 18, died as the result of a traffic accident in Ontario, Nov. 28, 2010. Born in Halifax, DJ was the beloved son of Leslie Shanahan and Cameron MacNeil and big brother to his sister, Catherine, whom he adored. He was the grandson of Nilda and Jimmy Shanahan, Sydney, Marguerite MacNeil, Halifax and the late Donald C MacNeil, Q.C., Sydney. DJ was very close to his extended family, Barbara Jo Robinson (Bill), Margo MacNeil (Seamus McGuinness), Marylee Brittain (Rod) Louise Biechele, Marlene Biechele, great-aunt, Mia Schima and his cousins Kristi-Jo and Billy Robinson and Connor McGuinness. While DJ played in many sports, his passion was football. He cherished his time as quarterback for the Halifax West Warriors. Sports provided him with many lasting friendships over the years and he will be fondly remembered by his teammates. His kind and generous nature and sense of humour will be missed by all who knew him. DJ was admired for his determination and courage in overcoming challenging situations in sports and in life. His kind heart made him a champion of the underdog. DJ was attending Robert Land Academy in Ontario where he continued to enjoy his sports and academics. In the short time he was there, he developed close relationships with the teachers, staff and the boys of company C. A special thanks to DJ's guardian angel, Dr. Irene Campbell-Taylor. Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Dr., Halifax. Celebration of life will be held Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Rockingham United Church, Flamingo Dr., Rev. Debbie Aitken officiating. Burial at a later date. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Please visit www.jasnowfuneralhome.com. The light on the ocean glimmering nice The seagulls are roaming, making fish think twice The sailboats traveling through the harbour Treading the water as if they are armoured The boats look small from up here, like toys, we're devouring cookies right now, Chips Ahoy! "A view from Dads office" D.J. MacNeil, 2010 ***************************************************** Eleanor Densmore Dunford Peacefully at home on Monday, November 29, 2010, at the age of 75 yrs. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Loving mother of Joanne Dunford and her husband Art Johnstone, and Kin Dunford and her husband Mark Kramer. Proud grandmother of Sarah and Andrew. Dear sister of James, Ruth, Phyllis and Thelma. Friends may call at the Steckley-Gooderham funeral Home, 30 Worsley Street, Barrie, Ontario, from 12:30 pm on Friday, December 3, 2010. until the time of the memorial service in the chapel at 1:30 pm. Flowers and donations to the Royal Victoria Hospital Regional Care Centre would be appreciated. Condolences may be forwarded through www.steckelygooderham.com **************************************************** Beatrice ELiza (Roper) Evans - 92 Sydney Mines It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Beatrice Eliza Evans of Sydney Mines. Beatrice passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 1, 2010 in the Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney. Born November 20, 1918 in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Ann (Brewer) Roper. In Beatrice's early years she enjoyed being a stay at home Mom and later loved being a grandmother and great grandmother. She was the joy and comfort of her family and loved taking care of everyone. She was our strength and our security through life's challenges. Beatrice was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary in Sydney Mines for over 40 years and enjoyed her club meetings. She also enjoyed sewing, cooking, Bingo, reading, watching hockey and baseball games, as well as listening to country music. She had a great sense of humor and was a joy to be around. She will be sadly missed by daughters; Sharon Snow, Sydney Mines; Carol (Jerry) Arsenault, Alder Point; Nancy (Ian) MacInnis, Sydney Mines; Mary Lee (Doug) Walsh, Sydney Mines; Pamela (James Bishop) MacDonald, Baddeck; sons, David (Sharon), South Haven; Brian (Anne Marie), Sydney Mines; Murray (Creyton), Sydney Mines; Dale (Joellen), Alberta; sister, Lillian Plumb; brothers, Edward and Harry, all from Ontario; 25 grandchildren; 37 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband William "Bill"; daughter, Linda; son, Robert in infancy; sister, Lila; brothers, Ronald, George and Elmer. Visitation will be held 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Friday, December 3, 2010 in Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 3 in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines, Rev. Peter Rafuse will officiate. Interment in Trinity Anglican Cemetery, Sydney Mines. A reception will follow the committal service in the church hall. Donations in Beatrice's memory may be made to the Northside Community Guest Home, Palliative care unit or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org