"Working Man" by Cape Breton's gift to the world of music - Rita MacNeil - for Chilean miners - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-EiwiiAh68&feature=fvw They are all up & alive.

Cape Breton Deaths October 14, 2010 Thursday There are 9 obituaries published for today. Muriel Lauretta Boyd Alice (White) Kiley Lawrence MacInnis Robert Hawley Wiliam 'Russie' MacPherson Margaret 'Peggy' Ling Kenneth Norman MacRury Beatrice Edith (West) Roberts William Douglas 'Doug' Morrison ******************************************************************************************************* Muriel Lauretta Boyd Born in: New Port Station, Hants Co., Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Muriel Boyd on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Port Station, Hants County, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Daisy (Rhodnizer) Fletcher. Muriel was a member of United Baptist Church of Sydney. She was a member of the Steelworkers and Sydney Pensioners Club as well as several darts leagues and she was an avid tarabish player. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Muriel is survived by her companion and friend, Greg Chiasson; her two sons, Terry (Debbie) Boyd, Iqaluit, John (Pam) Boyd, Dartmouth; her six grandchildren, Chris, Matthew, Josh, Andrea, Karla, and Olivia; her one precious great-granddaughter, Brianna. Muriel is also survived by her sisters, Esther Fownes, Moncton, Georgie (Jack) Walsh, Berwick, Audrey (Lloyd) Lyttle, Ellershouse, Daisy Taylor, Hillsborough; brother, Elroy (Kathy) Fletcher, Amherst; sister-in-law, Kaye Boyd; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, James Boyd, one sister, Margie, two brothers, Earl and Laurie. Visitation will take place Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Bob Hussey officiating. Reception to follow. Interment at a later date. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com ***************************************** Alice (White) Kiley Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our precious mother, wife and grandmother, Alice Bennett Kiley (White), 74, of Dartmouth who left us peacefully on Oct. 11, 2010 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She fought a courageous battle with cancer for a year before deciding it was her time to go Home and be with her Lord. She was an inspiration to us all for her strength and determination. Born in Glace Bay in 1936, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Gertrude (Coffin) White. Mom retired from her job as manager with Sears Canada in 1995, after 20 years, to spend more time with her family, especially her grandson DJ. She loved to play cards on weekends and gardening during the week. Along with everyone else, her family of squirrels she fed every day will miss her dearly. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Wilfred; sons, Gary and Joey; daughter, Darlene; son-in-law, Claude Oppedisano and her grandson, DJ who was the light of her life. Also her sisters, Marie Parent, Rose Fitzner; brothers, Garfield, Bill, Martin, Dice, George and Wilfred. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by sisters, Gladys Walsh, Shirley Kuna and brother, Ronnie. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. W. Verge, the VON and palliative care for their wonderful support and compassion. Donations in her memory may be made to the Lung Association of N.S. There will be no visitation, or funeral, as per her request. Celebrate her life by paying forward love and kindness, as she did every day. We will rest our heads tonight, knowing we have a very special angel with us always. Online condolences may be viewed or sent to www.mattatallfuneralhome.com. ********************************************* Lawrence MacInnis Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 12/10/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our father, Lawrence Sylvester MacInnis, on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, surrounded by his family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Donald John and Mary Elizabeth (MacKinnon) MacInnis. Lawrence worked for Sears Canada as service manager for more than 25 years. He was very involved in the church and a very active fundraiser both for the church and in the community. He was a member of the Cape Breton Highlanders; an original piper crossing the Canso Causeway and returning for the 50 year anniversary. He enjoyed many activities, such as fishing, boating, playing guitar and singing, bird watching, especially the eagles and visiting with his family and friends. He also loved photography and had his own developing lab in his basement at his home in Mira. He has touched and inspired many people with his strong spiritual faith and beliefs. Lawrence is survived by his sons, Bill (Barb) and Bob; his daughters, Lynda (Calvin) Eddy, Beverly (Ernest) Mugridge, Anita (Charles) Foley and Nancy MacInnis. Also surviving is one brother, Cam; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Ann; a daughter, Madeline in infancy; two sisters; eight brothers and one great-grandchild. Visitation for the late Mr. MacInnis will take place on Sunday, Oct. 17 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Mission in Marion Bridge. Interment to follow at St. Margaret's Parish Cemetery, Grand Mira South. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************** Robert Hawley Passed away in: Englishtown, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 The family of Robert Ernest Hawley regrets to announce his passing on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at his home in Englishtown. A service of committal will be held at the Englishtown Community Hall on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at 2 p.m. with Diane Kempt officiating. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. **************************************** Wiliam 'Russie' MacPherson Passed away in: Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 10/10/2010 William Russell 'Russie' MacPherson, (Veteran of the Second World War, Regina Riffles) on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre, Veteran's Wing in his 87th year. Russie beloved husband of the late Olive. Dear father of Sharon, David and Lorne (Bridget). Cherished grandfather of one. Lovingly remembered by his sisters, Nancy (Leon Peterson), Agnes Whalen, Veronica (Willis Brace) and Josie Barrow. Predeceased by his sisters, Mary and Theresa and his brothers, Leo and Jackie. Russie will be forever missed by his large extended family. Resting at The Paul O'Connor Funeral Home,1939 Lawrence Ave. E (between Warden & Pharmacy) from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday. Service and committal in our chapel on Thursday morning at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Make a Wish Foundation or Sunnybrook Health Science Centre, Veteran's Wing would be appreciated. *************************************** Margaret 'Peggy' Ling Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Victoria Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 12/10/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret 'Peggy' Ling, 94, of Victoria Mines, on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late James Francis and Annie (MacCormick) MacNeil. Peggy was a member of St. Alphonsus Church, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. A homemaker most of her adult life, she enjoyed playing cards, sewing and reading. Surviving are daughters, Patsy (Frank) Jurcina, New Waterford, Mary (Charles) Neville, Victoria Mines, Virginia Rizzato, New Waterford; sons, Joe (Catherine), New Victoria, David (Dale), Truro, Stephen (Janice), Sydney; 22 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; one great great-grandchild, Reid Antle. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Peggy was predeceased by her husband, Bernard, two daughters, Mildred Evelyn and Mildred Perpetua, two grandchildren, Allan Neville and Audrey Gillis, one brother, Joseph Francis, two sisters, Patricia White and Mary E. Bishop. Visitation will be held Friday, Oct. 15 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 Peggy will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in St. Alphonsus cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Knights of Columbus hall, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ***************************************** Kenneth Norman MacRury Passed away in: Birch Grove, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Kenneth MacRury, 89, of Birch Grove. Kenneth passed away Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. A full obituary for Mr. MacRury will run at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences to the MacRury family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. *********************************** Beatrice Edith (West) Roberts Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 12/10/2010 With saddened hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, Beatrice, on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, at Victoria Haven Nursing Home with her daughter Norma and her son Lloyd by her side. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon Roberts, son, Gordon Jr., daughter, Beatrice (Hughie) MacKinnon, sister, Elizabeth Oldford, and brother, George West. She is survived by daughter, Norma (Robert) Goodwin, Alberta; son, Lloyd (Linda) Roberts, Glace Bay; sister, Victoria Beaver, Ontario; grandchildren, Karen, Beatrice, Robert Roberts, David MacKinnon, Lloyd and Kimberly Goodwin, Derrick Roberts; and many great grandchildren. Visitation for Beatrice will be held at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 15, from 1-2 p.m. Funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Victoria Haven Nursing Home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. ************************************ William Douglas 'Doug' Morrison Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Douglas 'Doug' Morrison on Oct. 13, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, Doug was the son of the late William 'Bill' Morrison and the late AnneMarie MacInnis-Hutt. Doug took pleasure in the simpler things in life - he was an avid reader, he enjoyed watching television and could be found on the boardwalk listening to the bands. In his younger years he enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing. But what he truly enjoyed was spending time with family and friends. Doug is survived by his sisters, Donna Murphy (Bill), Sydney, Cathy Morrison, Calgary, and Carol (Jerry) MacNeil, Sydney; also special nephew and friend, William Joseph 'Joe' Murphy; along with many nieces; nephews and stepfather, Murray Hutt. Besides his parents, Doug was predeceased by his sisters, Deborah and Patricia, and nephew, Kenneth Ranni. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 at S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Interment to take place at a later date. Online condolences may be made to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 13, 2010 Wednesday There are 6 obituaries published for today. Carl 'Gerald' Ryan Michael 'Mickey' MacNeil Muriel Lauretta Boyd Caroline (Griffiths) Spurvey Robert Russell DeMarco Mary Ellen (Hood) Christiansen ******************************************************************************************************* Carl 'Gerald' Ryan Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 Carl Gerald Ryan, 81 of Sydney, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Carl D. and Mildred (Cox) Ryan, Sydney. He worked in the insurance business starting with his father at C.D. Ryan and Son Insurance in 1950. Gerald continued in the business along with several other ventures, eventually retiring in the early 1990s. Gerald loved to hunt and fish and his times on the Mira and in Florida were very special to him. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, the former Catherine MacMullen; son, Greg of Sydney, with whom he resided; daughter, Debbie (Ken Conrod), Dartmouth; brother, Bernard (Susan), Seattle and by several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Donald (Helen) of Thunder Bay. Visitation for the late Mr. Ryan will take place on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 from 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral service will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery, Sydney. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, SPCA or charity of choice. Special thanks to Dr. J. MacKillop, nurses and staff of 4A, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. ************************************** Michael 'Mickey' MacNeil Born in: Rear Big Beach, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 19/10/1924 Passed away in: Leitches Creek, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Joseph 'Mickey' MacNeil, 85, of Leitches Creek, formerly of Rear Big Beach, on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010. Mickey was a resident at Taigh Na Mara in his final year of life, and passed away at the Glace Bay General Hospital. Born on Oct. 19, 1924, Mickey was the son of the late John Roderick and Elizabeth (MacInnis) MacNeil. Mickey was a life-long military man, originally joining the Cape Breton Highlanders at the age of 15 to serve his country in the Second World War, and was well decorated for his service. Following the war, Mickey continued to serve in the Canadian army, overseas and domestically, a mechanic by trade. He eventually settled back home in Leitches Creek following the death of his first wife, Sheena to take care of his only child, Heather. He was an avid gardener throughout his life, with a general affinity for the outdoors. He also loved Scottish fiddle music. He was a member of St. Columba United Church in Leitches Creek for many years. Mickey was a very humorous person, with a dry wit and a story for every occasion. He was definitely loved by those whose lives he touched over his 85 years of life. He is survived by his daughter, Heather (MacNeil) MacSween, Leitches Creek; his two grandchildren, Lindsay MacSween, Leitches Creek and Michael (Jamie Crane) MacSween, Leitches Creek and Halifax; his stepchildren, Nelson (Rose) Martell, Glace Bay, Thelaine (Dan) Boudreau, Florida; his step-grandchildren, Monica (Edwin) Boudreau-Townsend and Shawn Martell; his step-great-grandchildren, Miles and Alka Virick, Leitches Creek, Brittany and Danielle Palmer, Halifax; his sister, Kay (Bernie) Brown, Sydney; sisters-in-law, Annie T. MacNeil, Big Beach, Mary MacNeil, Shenacadie; Nellie (Fred) Gallop, Leitches Creek, and numerous nieces and nephews. Finally, he is also survived by his good friend, Margaret Shaw. Besides his parents, Mickey was predeceased by his first wife, Sheena (MacKenzie) MacNeil in 1969 in Scotland, and his second wife, Thelma (Beaton) MacNeil in 2004. He was also predeceased by his brothers, John Murdock and John Alex, sisters, Florence and Lucy, and finally, his son-in-law, Sandy MacSween, who passed away in 2004. The family would like to sincerely thank the caring staff of Taigh Na Mara where Mickey was well taken care of and the third floor of the Glace Bay General where there was no lack of effort on their part to take care of Mickey in his last days, which comforted him and his family. In honouring Mickey's wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no visitation. A funeral service to be held at St. Columba United Church in Leitches Creek on Thursday, October 14, at 3 p.m., with Rev. Thomas Whent officiating. At his request, Mickey's ashes will be spread at his family property in Rear Big Beach at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************* Muriel Lauretta Boyd Born in: New Port Station, Hants Co., Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Muriel Boyd on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Port Station, Hants County, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Daisy (Rhodnizer) Fletcher. Muriel was a member of United Baptist Church of Sydney. She was a member of the Steelworkers and Sydney Pensioners Club as well as several darts leagues and she was an avid tarabish player. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Muriel is survived by her companion and friend, Greg Chiasson; her two sons, Terry (Debbie) Boyd, Iqaluit, John (Pam) Boyd, Dartmouth; her six grandchildren, Chris, Matthew, Josh, Andrea, Karla, and Olivia; her one precious great-granddaughter, Brianna. Muriel is also survived by her sisters, Esther Fownes, Moncton, Georgie (Jack) Walsh, Berwick, Audrey (Lloyd) Lyttle, Ellershouse, Daisy Taylor, Hillsborough; brother, Elroy (Kathy) Fletcher, Amherst; sister-in-law, Kaye Boyd; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, James Boyd, one sister, Margie; two brothers, Earl and Laurie. Visitation will take place Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held Friday, Oct. 15, 2010, in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Bob Hussey officiating. Reception to follow. Interment at a later date. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ************************************ Caroline (Griffiths) Spurvey Born in: Grand Falls, Newfoundland, Canada Born on: 16/02/1926 Passed away in: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear mother, Caroline Spurvey at York Manor, on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010. Born in Grand Falls, N.L., she was the daughter of the late Michael and Theresa Griffiths. The family moved to Sydney when she was a small child. She lived there until 1994 when she relocated to Fredericton, N.B. to live with her daughter. Caroline was a homemaker raising eight children. She loved to travel and enjoyed listening to country music. Caroline is survived by her eight children, Rita Henry (Ron), Fredericton, N.B., Angela Taylor (Bernie), Guelph, Ont., Lillian Warren (Ken), Sydney, N.S., Carol Grice (Tim), Niagara Falls, Ont., Deborah Pearse (Michael), Burlington, Ont., James (Grace), Fredericton, N.B., Garry (Wanda), North Sydney, N.S., Dennis (Donna), Sydney, N.S.; 20 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Caroline was predeceased by her loving husband, Matthew, son, Donnie, sister, Genevieve, brothers, Michael and Thomas. Visitation will take place Thursday, Oct. 14 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 15 in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ********************************* Robert Russell DeMarco Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 19/05/1956 Passed away in: River Bennett/Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Robert Russell DeMarco, of Sydney Mines, on Oct. 11, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney Mines on May 19, 1956, he was the son of Carmen and Ethel (Slade) DeMarco of Sydney Mines. Russell made many friends over the years when he worked for Devco, at the Prince Mines and also as a pipefitter in Alberta. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Vera Brown. He will be sadly missed by his six children, Shane (Angela), Belinda (Richard), Tammy (Bobby), Bradley, Lee and Garrett; and his grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Brandon, Samantha, Emma and Keenan. Russell is also survived by three sisters and three brothers, Carmelita (Brian) MacLeod, Marie (Bernie) McCuish, Brenda (Lou) Marinelli, Greg ( Roberta), Ray (Valerie) and John; and many brothers and sisters-in-law; along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his two brothers, George and Stan. Russell will especially be missed by his special friends, Arnold and Angela MacDonald, and Brad Lynk. Visitation for Russell DeMarco will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private family service will take place at a later time. Donations in Russell's memory may be made to the Indian Brook Volunteer Fire Department or to a charity of one's choice. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ************************************ Mary Ellen (Hood) Christiansen Born in: Bras d'Or West, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 06/03/1913 Passed away in: Exeter, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 24/09/2010 Mary Ellen Christiansen (Hood), 97, passed away Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, Ont. Born March 6, 1913, in Bras d'Or West, C.B., N.S., she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Maria (Ross) Hood. Mary graduated from the Grace Maternity Hospital and worked in Halifax, Truro and Toronto. Upon retirement Mary and her husband Pete moved to Grand Bend, Ont. where she resided until December of 2009 and was then a resident of Exeter Villa Nursing Home. Mary enjoyed playing cards and entertaining friends and had a great love for animals especially for her dog Jodi who lived to be 17 years old. Mary is survived by sister, Aerise MacMillan (Hood); brother, Mullins Hood; four nieces and five nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Peter Christiansen, sister, Adeline Sturmy (Hood), brothers, John, Joseph, Robert and William Hood. Keeping with Mary's wishes, cremation has taken place with no visitation or church service. A graveside service will be held at Pinery Cemetery, Grand Bend, Thursday, Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dave Dutiegani officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of T. Harry Hoffman Funeral Home, Dashwood, Ont. Donations can be made to Exeter Villa Nursing Home or charity of one's choice. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 12, 2010 Tuesday There are 10 obituaries published for today. Sister Aileen Gilis Alfred David Charlesworth Harriet Marjorie Johnston Jeanette Shaw Jessie Ann White Louise 'Tuddie' MacLellan Kenneth Cornelius Genter Roland Christopher Hussey Mary Haley Linda Marie O'Leary ******************************************************************************************************* Sister Aileen Gilis Passed away in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Sister Aileen Gillis, 81, formerly Sister John Francis, a Sister of St. Martha of Antigonish, died at Bethany, the Motherhouse on Oct. 7, 2010, in the 56th year of her religious life. Born in Sydney, C.B., N.S., she was the daughter of the late John Alexander and Margaret Geraldine (Bates) Gillis. Sister Aileen entered the Sisters of St. Martha on Aug.15, 1951, pronounced her first vows on Aug. 15, 1953, and made her perpetual commitment on Aug.15, 1956. She served in various health care institutions of the congregation, having received her nurses training at St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Hotel Dieu, Campbellton, New Brunswick, obtaining her R.N. in 1954. In 1959 Sister completed studies at the University of Toronto's University School of Nursing, with field work in paediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children and at St. Joseph's Hospital. In 1965, Sister Aileen did further studies in paediatrics at Children's Hospital, Washington, D.C., and in 1973 received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University in Halifax. In 1976, Sister completed a two-year correspondence course in hospital organization and management with summer schools at University College in Winnipeg, Man. In Nova Scotia, Sister Aileen ministered at St. Martha's Hospital in Antigonish, St. Joseph's Hospital in Glace Bay, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital and in the extended care unit at Bethany, where she also served as director of nursing care. In Alberta, Sister served at St. Michael's Hospital in Lethbridge and in Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff. Sister was community leader of the sisters in various nursing institutions and other convents where she lived. Sister Aileen retired from nursing service in 1983, yet continued to minister in administrative services at St. Martha's Regional Hospital, at Bethany and St. Andrews Convent in Antigonish Co. until August 2010. Sister Aileen was the fifth oldest in a family of 13. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Mary and Sister Anne, CND, and by her brothers, Fr. Lawrence 'Larry', Gerald, John Hugh, Cyril, Chris and Bernie. She is survived by sisters, Jane and Sarah (Sally); and her brothers, Joseph and Ronald. The remains rested at Bethany, beginning Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at 1:15 p.m., where a Celebration of Vigil was held on the same evening at 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of Christian Burial took place Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, at 2 p.m. in Bethany Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish. Online condolences www.clcurry.com. *************************************************** Alfred David Charlesworth Born in: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Florence, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we, the family of the late Alfred David Charlesworth announce his passing on Oct. 9, 2010, at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Florence, Alfred was the son of the late Gorge and Dorothy (Burkinshaw) Charlesworth. Alfred was employed with Maritime Tel & Tel until his retirement. He is survived by his son, David (Tracy) Charlesworth; daughter, Susan (Leonard) Snow; his grandchildren, Jeffrey, Peter, Melissa and Brent. Alfred is also survived by his brother, Walter (Margaret) Charlesworth; nephew, Colin; and niece, Kelly. Besides his parents, Alfred was predeceased by an infant son, Peter. There will be no visitation. A funeral service celebrating his life will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home Chapel, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, with Rev. David Luker officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alfred's memory maybe made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ****************************************** Harriet Marjorie Johnston Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Harriet on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Stella (Black) Johnston. Harriet is survived by her son, Rod (Nancy) Lukeman, P.E.I.; her sisters, Josephine (Clarence) Bennett, Sydney, Anna Fraser, Winnipeg; her grandchildren, Katie, Logan and Nicole, P.E.I.; as well as many nieces; nephews; and godchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Bobby and Roddy Johnston. Harriet furthered her education by obtaining her social work diploma from Niagara College, a CIM course at UCCB, as well as her Masters degree adult education from St. FX, and later was employed as the director of Howard House. She enjoyed many activities such as hiking when able, reading, her prayer groups and her special love for gardening. She has touched and inspired many people with her strong spiritual faith and beliefs. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12 at Immaculate Heart, Mira Road, with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Reception to follow in the parish hall. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com **************************************** Jeanette Shaw Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 10/10/2010 Mrs. Jeanette Shaw passed away Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, Jeanette was the daughter of the late Ralph and Annie (Neilson) Barter. She is survived by her sister, Kay (Pat) Burns; and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Thomas and her sister, June. Visitation for Jeanette will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 1-2 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, with funeral service to follow in Patten Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, N.S. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Society or to the SPCA. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. *************************************** Jessie Ann White Born in: New Wateford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 10/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Jessie Ann White, 88, of New Waterford, on Oct. 10, 2010, peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Mary Belle (MacKenzie) MacKinnon. Jessie was a devoted member of the Parish Church of St. Leonard and one of the original members of St. Ann's Society of Mount Carmel and the CWL. She was also a member of Aging Gracefully, the New Waterford Hospital Auxiliary and the Joy Program. A devout catholic, Jessie loved being in the presence of family and instilled in them her strong faith. Jessie's kitchen was her domain; cooking,baking, making sure the tea was made and serving those who came into her home. Surviving are daughters, Mary (Ed) O'Quinn, Agnes (Phonse) Martell, with whom she resided, both of New Waterford, Ann White MacLellan, Okotoks, Alta.; sons, Joseph (Tessie), Ambrose (Marilyn), Greg (Donna), all of New Waterford; sisters, Cassie Cote, Glace Bay, Catherine MacKay, New Waterford; grandchildren, Darren, Vernon, Dale, Joanne, Nancy, Robert, David, Gregory, Carol Ann, Craig, Deanna, Dillon, Heidi, Otto, Wayne; great-grandchildren, Cal, Jeremy, Jana, Liam, Mya, Cassie, Connor, Tessa, Isabella and Layla. Jessie was predeceased by her husband, Otto, brothers, Duncan, Angus, John 'Jiggie', Dan 'Diddles' and Duncan, sisters, Mary Ann MacLean and Belle O'Connor. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass celebrating Jessie's life will take place Thursday, Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard's parish hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. The Knights of Columbus will assemble in the funeral home for a prayer service on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Donations in her memory may be made to the ALS Society of Nova Scotia or Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************** Louise 'Tuddie' MacLellan Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: River Ryan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 On Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, Tuddie lost a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away quietly surrounded by her loving family at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Joseph D. 'Curly Joe' and Jessie (MacIsaac) Chiasson. Tuddie was a member of Mount Carmel church, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. She enjoyed playing scat once a week with her friends. Tuddie truly loved her family and extended family dearly and will be missed. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bill; sons, Charlie (Peggy) MacLellan, Lingan, and Joe MacLellan, Ottawa; daughters, Anita MacLellan, Fredericton, and Charlene Cameron, Brampton; five grandchildren, Jamie Brewer (Kyla), Fredericton, Jennifer Brewer, Toronto, Anne Louise and Meaghan MacLellan, Lingan, Jessica Cameron, London; two great-grandchildren, Audrey and Eleanor Brewer, Fredericton; one brother, Bernard. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by brothers, James 'Fox', Allie and Danny Chiasson, and sister, Tina Hawley. Visitation will be held Tuesday 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 Tuddie will take place Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Carmel Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice/Palliative Care, An Cala Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ********************************************* Kenneth Cornelius Genter Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Cornelius Genter of Sydney Mines, on Oct. 9, 2010, after a lengthy illness. Kenneth was the son of the late Theodore and Ruby (Mauger) Genter. He is survived by his wife, Martha (Carey); his sons, John (Charlene), Florence, and Richard (Laureen), Sydney; his daughters, Corrina (Normand), Dartmouth, and Rebecca (Josh), Sydney Mines; and his six grandchildren, Aaron, Melissa, Joshua, Jeffrey, Sarah and Chloe. Also surviving are his sisters, Selina (Cecil), Diane and Ruby; his brother, Theodore (Edna); and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, John, a brother, Joseph in infancy, and his sister, Marjorie. Kenneth was a former employee of Devco where he retired in 2000. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and enjoyed bowling in his earlier years. The family would like to thank Dr. McKeough, the nurses and all staff members on 4 West and the palliative care volunteers at the Northside General Hospital. Visitation will take place today (Tuesday), 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Thomas John officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart & Stroke Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ************************************************ Roland Christopher Hussey Born in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 22/08/1922 Passed away in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Roland Christopher Hussey, on Oct. 11, 2010, at Buchanan Memorial Hospital, Neil's Harbour. Rollie was born in Ingonish, Aug. 22, 1928, to Flora Belle (Roberts) Hussey and Christopher Hussey. A hardworking man all of his life, Dad enjoyed his time as an electrician, an avid lobster fisherman and a heavy equipment operator at Cape Breton Highlands National Park until his retirement. In later years Dad continued to work mending nets and helping the local fisherman. Roland is survived by sons, Keith (Ann) and Kelvin (Maria); daughters, Dorothy (Graham Best) and Marisa Murphy, Ingonish; sisters, Anne and Evelyn; grandchildren, Shoshanna, Cohen (Cora), Cole, Karlie, Tanner; great-grandchildren, Johnathan and Kelvin. Besides his parents, Roland was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth (Fricker), brothers, Charles, Jack, Ben, Harry, George, Herbie and sister, Etta. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Ingonish. Visitation Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Service of Holy Eucharist 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13 at St. John's Church, Ingonish. Roland's life will be celebrated in a service held at St. Peter's Church, Ingonish Beach, on Thursday, Oct. 14 at 11 a.m., Rev. Warren Huestis, Fr. Dan MacDonald and Rev. Margie Wood officiating. Memorial donations may be made to North Of Smokey Palliative Care Society or charity of choice. ****************************************** Mary Haley Born in: Lamaline, Newfoundland, Canada Born on: 01/03/1939 Passed away in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 It is with sadness that we, the family of Mary Haley, formerly of 26 Summer St., North Sydney, announce that she has passed. She was born in Lamaline, N.L., March 1, 1939, to Bernard and Teresa Haley, and came to North Sydney to attend the wedding of Teresa and Kevin Armstrong, on June 27, 1959. She remained in North Sydney and became an integral part of the Armstrong family. She worked for most of her life at the Metropolitan Store in North Sydney, and was an avid bingo and card player. She enjoyed doing crafts such as knitting and sewing and built her life around her family and friends. She lived her life with a zest for living and enjoyed taking care and being part of the Armstrong family. She adored Teresa and Kevin's daughter, Mary Beth, and son, Kevin. With the marriage of Kevin to Gladys, and the birth of their two children, David and Haley, Mary had another generation of Armstrongs to love. With Gladys, Kevin's wife, she found a 'daughter' of her own. When Mary was unable to live on her own it was her 'daughter' Gladys that made her life comfortable. For the last four years of her life Mary resided at Harbourstone in Sydney where she quickly became a favourite of the people that helped Gladys look after her. She is survived by her brother, Will (Mercedes) Haley, of Lamaline, N.L.; and the Armstrong family. There will be no visitation as per Mary's wishes. A celebration of Mary's life will be held Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 10 a.m., from St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. At the request of the family, anyone wishing to celebrate Mary's life are asked to make a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or the Children's Wish Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. *************************************** Linda Marie O'Leary Born in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 09/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Linda on Oct. 9, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her family and friends. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Mella (Bennett) O'Leary. Linda worked in the food industry for over 30 years including Jaspers, Tim Hortons and more recently, Jack Rudy's. She was a member of St. Joseph's parish, Reserve Mines. Spending time with her family and friends was her passion. She was a very fun loving and compassionate individual who touched the lives of many. Her short time on this earth is testament that she was a loving and much loved person. Linda is survived by her longtime partner, Randy Smith; her siblings, Gerry (Terry), Mary (Freddie), Greg (Viola), Brian (Patricia), Debbie, Raylene (Bernie), Patti (Leonard); her godchild, Cindy (Chris); special girls, Tiffany and Dawn; and her four-legged babies, Casey and Annabelle. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Gayle Adshade, Linda (Horne); and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her brothers, Ted, Gerard and Joe, and sister-in-law, Virginia (MacLellan). In honoring Linda's wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church in Reserve Mines with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, MacLeod's Road. A reception will follow at the parish hall. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Cape Breton Regional Palliative Care Unit. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences can be made by visiting www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 11, 2010 Monday There are 0 obituaries published for today. Happy Thanksgiving - Holiday in many parts of the world. ******************************************************************************************************* ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 09, 2010 Saturday There are 9 obituaries published for today. Marion Gerrow Anne Rennie Winnifred 'Winnie' (MacPherson) Rose Lantz Cooke Winona D'Aubin Sister Aileen Gilis Marlene Andrews Rita Penny Maxine Conrad (Coady) ******************************************************************************************************* Marion Gerrow - 71 yrs, Sydney Mines - The late marion Gerrow was predeceased by her husband, Richard "Dickie" Gerrow. ************************************** Anne Rennie Born in: Mabou, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 Anne Isobel (Cameron) Rennie, 81, of Bedford passed away peacefully at Dykeland Lodge, Windsor on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. Born in Mabou, Cape Breton, Anne was the eldest daughter of Duncan Angus Cameron and Martha Hicks Cameron (Adams). Besides her parents, Anne was predeceased by two infant brothers, Norman and Ronald, and in recent years her brothers, John, Sydney and Bill (Rita), Arlington, Mass. Anne was also predeceased by her former husbands, Elgin Asselstine, Willowdale, Ont., Bill Spinelli, Bellville, Ont. and James Rennie, Wildwood, Florida. Anne is survived by her sister, 'Minnie' Mary Campbell (Chas) of Sydney and lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Anne left Cape Breton in her early adulthood to pursue a career in the field of municipal administration, working primarily in the Toronto area. Following her retirement Anne resided in both Nova Scotia and Florida eventually settling in Bedford, N.S. Anne enjoyed her career, membership and participation in her church, many hobby interests, and her frequent opportunities to travel. But more than any of these activities Anne found pleasure in the special moments she was able to spend with her family members, old and young alike. Anne seldom missed an opportunity to provide one with an update on the wonderful or otherwise accomplishments of her beloved grand-nieces and nephews, even if a minor exaggeration or embellishment was required. Anne's passing will leave a hole in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. However, we are comforted by knowing Anne is finally at rest. Anne's family would like to extend sincere thanks to those who cared for Anne in her final years, most notably caregiver and friend, Joanna from the great island and the caring staff of the Dykeland Lodge. A funeral mass and celebration of Anne's life will be held at a later date in Sydney, N.S. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to any branch of the St. Vincent DePaul Society or a local CWL. ******************************************* Winnifred 'Winnie' (MacPherson) Rose Born on: 16/01/1920 Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 with loved ones by her side. She was born Jan. 16, 1920 to the late James and Alice (DeYoung) MacPherson. Mom was a kind and caring woman who dedicated her life to raising her family. Mom will be sadly missed by her three children, Wesley (Deanie), Ontario, Wayne (Linda), Alberta and Heather (Bill) MacNeil, Ontario. She was also blessed with seven grandchildren, whom she loved very dearly, Christopher and Tyler Rose, Wesley Jared, Alexandria and Jeremy Rose, Melissa and Kristen MacNeil. Mom is also survived by sister-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Gorman, New Waterford; as well as many nephews and nieces. Mom was the last surviving member of her family. Mom was preceded by her husband, Wesley, in 2004; brothers, Alex, Angus and Jimmy; sister and best friend, Esther and grandson, Wesley Maxwell Rose in infancy. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford (862-7500). Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Calvin United Church with the Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Interment will follow in Union Grove Cemetery. Friends are cordially invited to join the family for a reception following the service at Calvin Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in mom's memory to Calvin United Church or The Alzheimer Society. To express your sympathy directly to the family, please go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Good Samaritan Society Clear Water Centre in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta for their excellent care of our mom. *************************************** Lantz Cooke Born in: Pubnico, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 24/10/1928 Passed away in: Dingwall, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Lantz passed away peacefully in Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Oct. 7, 2010. Born Oct. 24, 1928 in Pubnico, he was a son of the late Harry and Helen (Hines) Cooke. He is survived by best friend and soul mate, Barbara Anderson, Dingwall; daughter, Sandra Cooke, Flordia; stepdaughter, Karen (Leo) Phillippo, Sydney; stepsons, David (Murdena) Podanovitch, Cape North; Brent (Andrea) Anderson, Cape North; sisters, Alice (Leo) Barron, Ontario; sister-in-law, Claire Cooke, Sydney; brother, Gilbert (Claire), North Sydney; three granddaughters; two grandsons and three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by wife, Anna (MacDonald) Cooke; stepson, Bobby Padanovitch; sisters, Jean Cooke, Beverly Carry; brother, Leonard. Lantz was a hardworking, kind, loving man who liked to help others. He was a man of many trades and his last love was his company Lantz Cooke Trucking. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff and doctors at Buchanan Memorial Hospital for all the loving care they provided to Lantz. Visitation will be held 4-6 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9 with funeral service 2:30 p.m. Sunday, both in Aspy Bay United Church, Rev. Margie Wood will officiate. Interment in the Little Cemetery, Aspy Bay. In lieu of flowers donations, in Lantz's memory may be made to the palliative care unit at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ************************************** Winona D'Aubin Born on: 05/05/1920 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Winona D'Aubin, widow of Donald, died on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at the An Cala Unit (CBRH). Winona is survived by her daughter, April, Winnipeg. Winona's Sydney-based relatives included, the Richardson family (Lynn, Christy, Mark (Jen)) and the Williams family (John, Terry, Kyle). Winona was predeceased by her parents, Leslie and Alma (Brown) Copping and daughter, Margaret. Winona was a life long member of the Anglican community. She attended St. George's Church and the Church of Christ the King. Throughout her life, Winona contributed to her community by doing volunteer work with her church and the cancer society. Winona treasured social time with family, friends and neighbors. She enjoyed cooking and baking. Nothing pleased her more than preparing food to share with family and friends and for church functions. Following her diagnosis with cancer, the CBRH Palliative Care Program became very important to Winona. The services provided by the program enabled her to live with dignity until her death. Those seeking to commemorate Winona's life may wish to consider a charitable donation to the CBRH An Cala Unit or the Church of Christ the King. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at the Church of Christ the King, with a reception to follow. Honouring Winona's wishes, there will be no visitation. Flowers respectfully declined. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************ Sister Aileen Gilis Passed away in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Sister Aileen Gillis, 81, formerly Sister John Francis, a Sister of St. Martha of Antigonish, died at Bethany, the Motherhouse on Oct. 7, 2010 in the 56th year of her religious life. Born in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late John Alexander and Margaret Geraldine (Bates) Gillis. Sister Aileen entered the Sisters of St. Martha on Aug.15, 1951, pronounced her first vows on Aug. 15, 1953 and made her perpetual commitment on Aug.15, 1956. She served in various health care institutions of the congregation, having received her nurses training at St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Hotel Dieu, Campbellton, New Brunswick, obtaining her R.N. in 1954. In 1959 Sister completed studies at the University of Toronto's University School of Nursing, with field work in paediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children and at St. Joseph's Hospital. In 1965, Sister Aileen did further studies in paediatrics at Children's Hospital, Washington, D.C., and in 1973 received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University in Halifax. In 1976, Sister completed a two-year correspondence course in hospital organization and management with summer schools at University College in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In Nova Scotia, Sister Aileen ministered at St. Martha's Hospital in Antigonish, St. Joseph's Hospital in Glace Bay, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital and in the extended care unit at Bethany, where she also served as director of nursing care. In Alberta, Sister served at St. Michael's Hospital in Lethbridge and in Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff. Sister was community leader of the sisters in various nursing institutions and other convents where she lived. Sister Aileen retired from nursing service in 1983, yet continued to minister in administrative services at St. Martha's Regional Hospital, at Bethany and St. Andrews Convent in Antigonish Co. until August 2010. Sister Aileen was the fifth oldest in a family of 12. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Mary and Sister Anne, CND, and by her brothers, Fr. Lawrence 'Larry', Gerald, John Hugh, Cyril and Chris. She is survived by sisters, Jane and Sarah (Sally), and her brothers, Joseph and Ronald. The remains will be resting at Bethany, beginning on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 at 1:15 p.m., where a Celebration of Vigil will be held on the same evening at 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 2 p.m. Bethany Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com. ************************************* Marlene Andrews Born in: Catalone, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Pt. Edward, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 Marlene Beatrice Christine Andrews, 74, of Rudderham Road, Pt. Edward, passed away Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Catalone, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Harriett (Campbell) MacMillan. Before retirement, Marlene was employed with Andrews Convenience Store. Surviving are her daughter, Glenda (David) Keys, Middle Sackville; sons, Scott (Pamela) and Michael, Pt. Edward; sister, Donna (Roger) Larade, Cheticamp; grandchildren, Aaron, Breton, Samantha, Blair and Glennie. Marlene was predeceased by her husband, Glenn 'Buddy'. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday 2 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Richardson officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made Nova Scotia Lung Association or the An Cala unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. **************************************** Rita Penny Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 Rita Bernice Penny, 85, of Melissa Crescent, formerly of Harold Street, passed away on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Kathleen Laphen. She had been formerly employed by Crowell's and Eaton's. She is survived by daughters, Vicki (Barry), Oxford; Susan (John), Sydney; Kathy (Wayne), Oromocto; son, Fred, Sydney, her sister, Kay MacNeil; 11 grandchildren, Nick, Brittani, Brian, Meghan, Chris, Jillian, Amanda, Blair, Mark, Leeanne, Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Emma, Kayden and Brett. Rita was predeceased by her husband, John 'Jack' Penny; brother, Fred Laphen and sister, Rosemary Ihasz. Visitation for the late Mrs. Penny will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church with Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to C. B. Palliative Care. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. *************************************************** Maxine Conrad (Coady) Born in: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: River Ryan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our spouse, mother, sister, aunt, and very 'special lady' to all, Maxine Conrad, 64, on October 8, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Harold Francis and Mary Catherine 'Kay' (MacKenzie) Coady. She was a member of Mount Carmel Church, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. Max was a sales and claims agent with Co-Operators Insurance Company for over 28 years. She truly enjoyed spending time in her yard; planting and maintaining her flower gardens, mowing the lawn and in winter, keeping the driveway clear, no matter how much snow had fallen. Surviving are her husband of 41 years, Sam Conrad; son, Daryl; brothers Hal (Karen), David (Donna Lee), Amby (Carmel), Chris, all of Ontario, Joe (Jenny), Gerald (Debbie), both of New Waterford; sisters Judy Farrell, Carol (Peter) MacKinnon, Nancy (Tony) McKinnon, all of New Waterford, Doris (David) Rigby, Fort McMurray, Alta; many loving nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Max will be held Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Doug MacDonald officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Hospice/Palliative Care Society, An Cala Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 08, 2010 Friday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Sarah 'Sadie' McNeil Marion Gerrow Rev. Dr. Richard Williams Mary Vihos ******************************************************************************************************* Sarah 'Sadie' McNeil Born in: Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 13/06/1922 Passed away in: Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Life is a journey not a destination and for Sadie the journey began in Big Farm Road, Big Baddeck on June 13, 1922 and ended in Baddeck on October 7, 2010. Sadie was the youngest of three children born to Nellie (Goodfellow) and Hugh MacDonald. She was predeceased by her brother Johnny and sister and best friend Annie. Sadie graduated from Baddeck Academy and then went to work as a clerk at the Old Post Office. It was there that she met her husband Harold who predeceased her in 1987. Sadie is survived by daughter, Norma (Bud) Ziegler of Baddeck/Duncan BC; sons, Gordie (Lila) Baddeck Forks, and Arthur (Rosanne) Baddeck. Her family was always a major part of her life and she was the happiest when surrounded by them and their friends. She loved her grandchildren and that love was mutual. Mourning Grammies are grandsons, Richard (Sonja) of B.C., Trevor, Jordon and Daniel of Calgary, AB, Dennis and Donald of Baddeck, NS as well as great grandsons, A.J and Dexter of Abbotsford, BC. Several nieces and nephews also mourn her loss. Sadie was a member of Greenwood United Church and Greenwood UCW. Her hands were never idle and when not baking biscuits she would be knitting or quilting. Quilting was always her passion. She was a long time member of the Whycocomagh quilting group. There was always a quilt in the frame and all her family are proud owners of one of her beautiful quilts. There will be no visitation or funeral at this time. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Sadie's life and graveside interment will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Grreenwood United Church Memorial Fund or Victoria County Memorial Hospital or charity of your choice. ************************************* Marion Gerrow Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Marion Gerrow, 71 of Sydney Mines, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 7, 2010 at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Una (Foote) Nelson. She was a member of the Salvation Army (Sydney Mines). Marion had a great love for life and enjoyed a good game of cards and also loved to travel. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by four daughters Arlene (Walter) Hoeg, Alder Point; May (Blair) Hoeg, Ontario; Christine (Sandy) Pero, Florence; Elizabeth Gerrow, Florence; three sons Norman (Michelle) Gerrow, North Sydney; Earl (Audrey) Gerrow, Florence; James Gerrow, Florence; 13 grandchildren, six great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Nelson, Mildred (Brian) Keeping, both of North Sydney, Winnie (Clevie) Gerrow, Florence and a brother Robert Nelson, Ontario. She was predeceased by a daughter, Dorothy (Sheldon) Blinkhorn; sisters Margaret Nelson, Pauline Fry, Evelyn Campbell; brothers, Willis (Lillian) Nelson, James Nelson, Earl Jr. and Charles. Visitation for Mrs. Gerrow will take place Friday (today) at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Chapel with Major Daniel Roode officiating. Interment in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Donations in Mrs. Gerrow's memory can be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Unit. On line condolences may be sent to www.fillmoreandwhitman.com ************************************** Rev. Dr. Richard Williams Passed away on: 05/07/2010 The Rev. Dr. Richard Rhys Williams, formerly of Homeville, died at Otisfield ME on July 5, 2010. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church in Port Morien on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, a small donation can be made to St. Paul's Church, Port Morien. http://www.sunjournal.com/obituaries/story/875454 ********* Full obituary posted Published July 09, 2010 Friday Lewiston, Maine - Sun Journal Richard R. Williams WEST PARIS - Rev. Richard Rhys Williams of Otisfield died Monday, July 5, at Ledgeview Living Center. He was born April 21, 1923, in Bethlehem, Pa., and graduated from Lehigh University, received his bachelor's degree in theology from the General Theological Seminary, his master's degree in Semitic languages from Columbia University and his doctorate of theology from the General Theological Seminary. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1947, and served as a curate at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Lake Forest, Ill., and subsequently as an assistant at St. Mark's New Canaan, Conn., for a number of years. In the 1950s, he became rector of St. Mary's and St. Jude's Churches in Northeast Harbor and Seal Harbor. He taught briefly at Nashotah House, Nashotah, Wis., and later became rector of Christ Church, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. During this period he did some teaching in the department of religion at Marist College, Poughkeepsie. Subsequently, he taught full time at Marist College while holding the position of rector at St. Peter's Church, Lithgow N.Y. Upon retirement, he and his wife moved to Cape Breton, N.S., where he taught for a number of years at the University College of Cape Breton (now named Cape Breton University). He also assisted when needed in the various Anglican churches in Cape Breton. In 2002, Rhys and Pixie retired again and moved to Otisfield, where he occasionally assisted at Christ Episcopal Church, Norway. He is survived by his wife, Mary (Pixie); four children, Michael Montgomery-Williams of Andover, Mass., Margaret Williams of South Portland, Trudy Sloan of Kennebunk and Jane Lattimore of Princeton, Mass.; and five grandchildren. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.oxfordhillsfuneralservices.com. ************************************* Mary (Markadonis) Vihos - 99 yrs, Glace Bay - Visitation for the late mary Vihos will be held from 6-9 pm today (Friday), October 8, 2010, at Curry's Funeral Home, Main Street, Glace Bay. Funeral will take place at 2 pm, on Saturday, October 9, 2010, at St. Anargyree Church, Marconi Street, Glace Bay. Interment will be at Forest Haven Cemetery, Sydney-Glace Bay Highway. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths October 07, 2010 Thursday There are 3 obituaries published for today. Agnes Jessome Mary (Markadonis) Vihos Michael Freeman Fitzgerald ******************************************************************************************************* Agnes Jessome Born in: Bras d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/10/2010 Agnes died peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit in Halifax on Monday, Oct. 4, 2010. Born in Bras d'Or, Cape Breton, Agnes was the daughter of the late Edward and Cassie (MacDougall) Jessome. Agnes leaves behind a special family she loved dearly, brother-in-law, Daniel Merlin; nieces, Lynn (Barrie) Romkey, Turks & Caicos, Maryann (Bob) MacMillan, Ottawa; nephews, Brian (Shirley) Merlin, Dartmouth, Dale Merlin, Ottawa, Paul (Yannerys) Merlin, Halifax and a very special nephew, David (Holly) Merlin, her godson, for his wonderful, gentle care, compassion and dedication. Agnes is also survived by her sisters, Millie Brown, Lynn (Jim) Hines, Pat Harrietha and brothers, Lonnie, Barry (Deloris) and Don (Sheila). Agnes was predeceased by her sisters, Peggy Taylor, Josephine Merlin, Claire Jessome and her brothers, Dan, Sandy and Gus. Agnes also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews as well as many great and great great nieces and nephews who thought the world of her. Agnes settled in Halifax and first worked at the dockyard. She later became a buyer in the scarf and glove department at Simpsons and then later the Bay until her retirement. Agnes was a devote Catholic and a pillar at both St. Agnes parish and St. Mary's Cathedral Basilica. Agnes enjoyed traveling the world but her greatest joy was visiting her beloved home stead of Mill Creek. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Shauna Archibald, Dr. Rebecca DeCoste, The VON, Northwood continuous care and the palliative care unit, for their unbelievable professional and compassionate care. To help celebrate her life, a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at St. Agnes Church (6903 Mumford Road, Halifax). This will be followed by a reception at the parish hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Agnes' memory to the Palliative Care Unit or any charity of your choice. "God has called her to paradise where she will be taken care of for all time." Online condolences may be sent to: www.jasnowfuneralhome.com. ***************************************** Mary (Markadonis) Vihos Born in: Greece Born on: 17/05/1911 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 16/09/2010 The time has come to say good-bye to the matriarch of the pioneer Markadonis family, Mary Vihos, who at 99 recently passed away to join her beloved husband of 72 years, Nick Vihos. In their long married life they were parted only for a short time by illness but reunited in a nursing home for their special care needs. Being with him again was her greatest fulfilling happiness in their togetherness in the last two years. Uncle Nick passed away in April at 101 years. Aunt Mary for the last six months found it more unbearable to be without him than to make it to her centurion status as his partner. She joined him willingly when he came to "check in on her" in her "dreams" this past month. Aunt Mary was the last of her immediate family. She came to Canada with her mother and siblings in 1917 to join her father and oldest brother, Steve, who arrived in Canada in 1914. She was educated in Glace Bay, learning the language and played an active part in the family businesses, as well as home life, prospering as well in every cultural and social opportunity that the mining community of Glace Bay had to offer. She studied music, played piano and violin and could teach both. Both she and her sister, Jennie loved their music in their home and social environment. Aunt Mary and Uncle Nick were married in 1938. She at that time lost her Canadian citizenship because Nick was in the Merchant Navy of Greece and she had to reapply for hers and his citizenships to be again in Canada as Canadians. They celebrated their life together in both Canada and Greece and they had the best of both worlds - but no children. In their union they baptized, help guide and inspire all their relatives children, throughout the years. Aunt Mary knitted for every baby born in their community on both sides of the Atlantic and kept entertaining all their nieces, nephews and godchildren, on both sides of the family, by word, action and example, to be the best they could be. In her immediate family she was predeceased by her brother, Emmanuel at sea (1917), while travelling to their new country of Canada; her father, George in 1947; mother, Helen in 1958; brother, Nick in 1987; brothers, John, Anthony and Steven, between '88 - '89; Jennie, her only sister, born in Canada, died in 2008. Mary's nieces and nephews surviving her are Helen Xidos (Steve's daughter), Eleni Chronis Wade (Jennie's daughter); Billy Chronis (Jennie's son), Von, George and Nick Markadonis (John's sons), Argena and George (Tony's children) and so very close to her also were Nick's nieces and nephews, Katherine Farmakoulas and Emmanuel Xidos, Laodiki (Vicky Xidos) Lutwick, Socrates, Manuel and Loulouthe Kambouris, Catherine Kambouris, Loulis Vihos, Teena Vihos, Lakis Vihos. Mary's godchildren are Jeremy Chronis, Dino Sophocleous and Steven Vihos, here in Canada and many others in Greece. All were so very close to Aunt Mary and Uncle Nick, their numerous visits, calls throughout the years reflected the love and devotion they shared for them which was unending - as theirs was to them! For all of us, Aunt Mary and Uncle Nick were the fibrous backbone of our community and they were the perpetual force of its sustainability. We miss you so much Aunt Mary and Uncle Nick - but we know because of you all was well for us who loved you here on earth - as it is with you both now in Heaven. We can't thank enough the wonderful and continuous care giving by Dr. David Ley and his staff and the wonderful caregivers who made life at their home so enjoyable for the devoted couple. And to the staff of Seaview Manor - for successfully managing to continue "their togetherness" at the end of their lives together. They were an exceptional couple and managed to embrace love and caring wherever they were - thank you all so very much for caring and sharing. To all the early pioneer families and their present offspring - Aunt Mary and Uncle Nick would like to say a sincere thank you for making their lives of work and care together such a wonderful experience; and Cape Bretoners a wonderful part of their lives. Thank you and Good-bye! Visitation Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at Curry's Funeral Home, Main Street, Glace Bay. Funeral will be Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. at St. Anargyree Church, Marconi Street, Glace Bay. Interment at Forest Haven. Flowers optional or donations to a charity of your choice. *********************************** Michael Freeman Fitzgerald Born in: Dingwall, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 19/04/1922 Passed away in: Dingwall, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 06/10/2010 Mike died peacefully surrounded by family in Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Oct. 6, 2010. Surviving is his wife of 64 years, Jessie (MacEachern) Fitzgerald, Dingwall; sons, Charlie (Marie), Cape North, Wayne (Dodie), Sugar Loaf, Richard (Cindy), Dingwall; daughters, Diane Burpee, Alberta, Claire (Rick) Hatcher, Neils Harbour, Kaye (Gary) Fitzgerald, Smelt Brook; 14 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousins, sisters and brothers-in-law; halfsister, Effie Courtney, Cape North; and special sister-in-law, Pauline Chubbs, Dingwall. He was predeceased by parents, Caleb and Sarah (Duggan) Fitzgerald. Mike was the youngest and last member of the Fitzgerald family. He was also predeceased by brothers, John, Murray, Emery, Alex, Freeman and Pat, sisters, Abbie, Sadie, Margaret, Freda and Eliza. Mike left school at an early age to help at home. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Army during the Second World War and served in Canada. Returning home he worked at many jobs including the Gypsum Quarry in Dingwall, mechanic for the local garage, fished with his nephew Kelly Fitzgerald and his last job was with his brother-in-law, Austin Dowling, Dowling Construction in Dingwall, where he worked as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator. He retired from this job at the age of 67. Dad was a quiet man and loved having his family close by. He loved dogs, especially his poodles. We will miss his stories from the past and seeing him out tinkering around the yard. We love you dad, grampy, Mike. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 8, with funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday both in St. Joseph's Church, Dingwall. Fr. Dan MacDonald will officiate. Online condolences may be made at fillmoreandwhitman.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Thank you for the Family Search site but the only John and Catherine would be the wrong age i.e. 7 years old. Appreciate your time. Donna Hi Everyone: John and Catherine are my ggrandparents and I have not been able to find a marriage certificate for them. I have 3 of the children's birth records and 2 say they were married in 1864, Cow Bay and one is 1863 or 1865 but I can't find either. 1. JOHN2 FERGUSON (NORMAN1) was born Abt. May 1835 in Scotland, and died 30 July 1920 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. He married CATHERINE MACDONALD November 1864 in Cow Bay, CB County, NS. She was born 04 December 1844 in New Boston? Cow Bay, NS, and died 06 June 1912 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. I did notice there was a meeting house in Cow Bay and wonder if that is where the marriages were performed. Family was Presbyterian. Marriage Notes for JOHN FERGUSON and CATHERINE MACDONALD: Rev Hugh MacLeod of Mira was the only Presbyterian Minister in the Industrial CB area and he served 15 congregations within the bounds of the area. The first Presbyterian Church in Port Morien had their first service 24 July 1965. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. Any help appreciated. Donna in Ontario

Cape Breton Deaths October 06, 2010 Wednesday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Terrance Wallace Binder Peter 'Lalo' Paul Sharon (Donovan) Williams Sharon Pearo ******************************************************************************************************* Terrance Wallace Binder Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with broken hearts that we, the family of Terry Wallace Binder announce his passing on Oct. 2, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital, in the arms of his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late John and Christina (McInnis) Binder and was a member of St. Leo's Church in Glace Bay. During his lifetime, he was employed with Devco for 38 years, enjoying his membership in both the Colliery and Commercial League bowling. He also enjoyed playing pool and a good game of 45s. He was an avid follower of the Leafs and Blue Jays. Terry was also a lifetime member of the Glace Bay Pensioners where he served as secretary treasurer. Terry was a quiet man of very few words who will be truly remembered as a 'Total Family Man.' Terry will be sadly missed by his wife, the love of his life for the past 55 years, Bea (Rogers) Binder; sons, Terry (Donna), Todd (Laurie), both of Glace Bay; daughter, Tane (Gerard Canning), British Columbia; grandchildren, Amber, Jade, Tristan, Donald, Angus, all of Glace Bay, Dakota and Keegan, British Columbia, David, Manitoba; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Brandon and Maddex. Also surviving Terry is his only sister, Norma (Simon) MacLean, Glace Bay; brother, Allisdair (Barb), Halifax; and sisters-in-law, Bonnie and Monica Binder; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Terry was predeceased by brothers, Eddie, Ray, Skippy and grandson, Brandon. Visitation for Terry will be held Thursday, Oct. 7 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 Fr. Leo Boone is Friday, Oct. 8 at 11 a.m. in St. Leo's Church, Glace Bay, followed by interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. All are invited to join the family for a reception in the church hall. Memorial donations in Terry's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society or to the St. Leo's Building Fund. Online condolences to the Binder family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. We weren't ready, but heaven couldn't wait. A battle you fought until the end. Our hearts now flooded with sorrow and pain, But in time replaced with cherished memories within. Never to be forgotten, forever missed. ************************************************** Peter 'Lalo' Paul Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 Peter Richard Paul, 59 of Brunswick Street, Halifax, passed away Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at his home. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Peter Paul Sr. and Mary (Battiste) Paul. He was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. Peter was devoted to his A.A. group meetings where he was active not just for his sake, but for many others in the group since 1985. He is survived by two sons, Richard Stevens, Eskasoni, Derek Wells, Victoria, B.C.; two granddaughters, Shaelyn and Ashlyn; four brothers, John Jerome (Sharon), Sylvester (Brenda), both of Eskasoni, Gary (Jeanette), Dartmouth, Peter Marble-Paul, Indian Brook; nine sisters, Grace (George) Sylliboy, Bridget Paul, Patricia Morris, Loretta (Ben) Sylliboy, Arlene (Spencer) Stevens, Mary (Gerry) Marshall, Florence (Steve) Dennis, Jackie (Allan) Young, Rita Isaac, all of Eskasoni and by several maternal and paternal aunts. He will be sadly missed by his best friend, Keith Julien of Millbrook. He was predeceased by sister, Josephine in infancy. Visitation for Peter Paul will take place on Thursday after 7 p.m. at Gabriel Center, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************************** Sharon (Donovan) Williams Born in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 23/04/1946 Passed away in: Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/10/2010 Sharon Williams passed from this life at Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, with her family by her side. Sharon was born in Ingonish Beach on April 23, 1946, to Walter and Margaret (Williams) Donovan. She was a devoted nurse both professionally and to those who needed care in her community. For many years Sharon was an employee of Buchanan Memorial Hospital and completed her career at the Highland Manor Nursing Home, retiring in 2001. Sharon was first and foremost a wife, mother, granny, sister and true friend to all who knew her. Sharon is survived by her husband, Fred Williams; and sons, Trevor (Karla), Halifax, Cory (Anita), Ingonish; grandchildren, Tessa and Jonah, Halifax, and Gabrielle and Ira, Ingonish; sisters, Rosemary LaRusic (John), Ann Hussey (Keith), Ingonish, Paula Mayich (John), Lower Sackville; brothers, Bill Donovan (Jan), Roland Donovan (Mary), both of North Sydney, Kenny Donovan (Rose), Ingonish Beach; stepsisters, Betty McInnis, Toronto, Sylvia Lowes (Larry), Clarksburg, Ont., Cecilia Shoniker (John), Kingston, Ont., Bernadette Joseph (Bobby), Anna Radzikowski (Vince), Sydney; stepbrothers, Curtis Whalen, Sydney, Leonard Whalen (Barbara), Ottawa. Sharon is also survived by her mother-in-law, Jean Williams, Highland Manor, Neil's Harbour. Sharon's kind heart and spirit will be remembered by all who knew her. Sharon was predeceased by her parents and father-in-law, Owen Williams. There will be no visitation. Sharon's life will be celebrated in a service held at St. Peter's Parish Church, Ingonish Beach, Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, at 11 a.m., Fr. Dan MacDonald officiating. Memorial donations may be made to The North Of Smokey Palliative Care Society. Online condolences may be sent to www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ******************************************************** Sharon Pearo Born in: Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 04/02/1960 Passed away in: River Denys, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/10/2010 We regret to announce the sudden passing of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Sharon passed away on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, with her loving family at her side. Born in Baddeck on Feb. 4, 1960, she was the daughter of the late John Malcolm and Mildred (MacRitchie) Ellis, Little Narrows. Sharon was employed as human resources co-ordinator at Little Narrows Gypsum for the past 18 years, where she forged many life lasting friendships. She was a member of Stewart United Church, Whycocomagh, where she served on the finance committee. She was also a member of the board of directors of the Whycocomagh Co-op and volunteered for many organizations over the years. She was known for her great sense of humour and was a generous, kind, caring and compassionate individual, who gave to all so freely. Sharon loved to laugh, loved to give and loved to love "she was the best." She is survived by her devoted husband and best friend of 31 years, Johnnie Pearo; her beloved children, Allison (Frank) MacCalder, Jonathan (Nadine) Pearo and the sunshine of her life, granddaughters, Lily Marie and Emma Grace MacCalder. She is also survived by sisters, Glenda (Calvin) Matthews, Murdell (Larry) MacNeil; brother, Ritchie (Sally) Ellis and special sister-in-law, Margie Ellis. Also left to mourn are sisters-in-law, Shirley (Frankie) Chandler, Patsy (Donald) MacDonald, Diane Rouse, Wilma (Ross) Matheson, Melody (Kenny) Ferguson; brothers-in-law, Timmy (Linda) Pearo, Sheldon (Tonya) Pearo; many special nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Sharon was predeceased by brother, Gary, mother and father-in-law, Sam and Peggy Pearo, sister-in-law, Elaine Campbell and brother-in-law, Gordon Rouse. Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m., Wednesday in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Whycocomagh. A celebration of Sharon's life will be held 11 a.m., Thursday in Stewart United Church with Rev. Donna Tourneur officiating. Burial in Stewartdale Cemetery. Family flowers only please. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com. "Love is when the other person's happiness is more important than your own." ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hi list, I have been following this string for a few days and thought the following might be of some help towards getting things straightened out. The book, "History of the Presbyterian Church in Cape Breton" - 1921, by Rev. John Murray (1843-1935) was written by the order of the Presbyterian Church to record the beginnings of its ministry in Cape Breton while a few of the settlers who actually remembered, or had heard tell of, the events were still available to be interviewed. As has been pointed out in this string, the initial ministry took the form of traveling ministers, holding services where and when they could. It was quite a bit later that more dedicated structures, or churches, were built. The initial part of the book deals with each of the 19 "first" ministers, starting with Rev. James McGregor who landed in 1798, and continuing with the others up to about 1850. The second part carries the story of the church forward by reviewing the beginning and development of 43 congregations and their ministers. The final part of the book contains a miscellany of other useful and varied information concerning Presbyterianism in Cape Breton, but which didn't fit within the structure of the first two parts. Like many similar subjects it is a complicated topic, embroiling many characters, and it's "lines" frequently cross and become tangled making it difficult to keep straight in memory. This book, however, is the key to keeping the facts straight and to - for instance - knowing which churches were established where and when and what, if any, disasters beset them - and their records. Our digital edition of the book can be found in our online catalogue with catalogue number CA0080. Regrettably I cannot offer similar level of detailed information of the other churches (faiths) established in Cape Breton through this early period although we are always on the lookout for suitable books to digitize. We do have some more general book on the development of organized religion in Canada, and have more to come. Malcolm Archive CD Books Canada Inc. President: Malcolm Moody PO Box 11 Manotick Ontario, K4M 1A2 Canada. (613) 692-2667 WEB SITE: http://www.ArchiveCDBooks.ca FACEBOOK: http://tinyurl.com/ACDB-Can-on-Facebook On 5 Oct, 2010, at 11:20 PM, can-ns-capebreton-request@rootsweb.com wrote: > Message: 5 > Date: Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:20:17 -0700 > From: fenenga@connpoint.net > Subject: Re: [Cape Breton Co NS] early marriages > To: <can-ns-capebreton@rootsweb.com> > Message-ID: <53793.1286335217@connpoint.net> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > > > I haven't been able to find my own ancestor's marriage. I've checked > most online databases to no avail. > > Allan McDonald m. abt 1835 +-5 years to Sarah McPhail probably in > River Dennys or a nearby town. > > can anyone help me find their marriage, if extant? > > Cornelia

You could look in St George's Anglican church records. That was the first church in the Sydney area, and reported marriages other than Anglican. Just a note, The first Presbyterian church in Port Morien was much earlier than 1965. It became St. John's united church when the union came about in 1925.There could be some records that could help in their archives. -----Original Message----- From: can-ns-capebreton-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:can-ns-capebreton-bounces@rootsweb.com]On Behalf Of Donna Walford Sent: October 4, 2010 7:36 PM To: can-ns-capebreton@rootsweb.com Subject: [Cape Breton Co NS] Early Marriages Hi Everyone: John and Catherine are my ggrandparents and I have not been able to find a marriage certificate for them. I have 3 of the children's birth records and 2 say they were married in 1864, Cow Bay and one is 1863 or 1865 but I can't find either. 1. JOHN2 FERGUSON (NORMAN1) was born Abt. May 1835 in Scotland, and died 30 July 1920 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. He married CATHERINE MACDONALD November 1864 in Cow Bay, CB County, NS. She was born 04 December 1844 in New Boston? Cow Bay, NS, and died 06 June 1912 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. I did notice there was a meeting house in Cow Bay and wonder if that is where the marriages were performed. Family was Presbyterian. Marriage Notes for JOHN FERGUSON and CATHERINE MACDONALD: Rev Hugh MacLeod of Mira was the only Presbyterian Minister in the Industrial CB area and he served 15 congregations within the bounds of the area. The first Presbyterian Church in Port Morien had their first service 24 July 1965. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. Any help appreciated. Donna in Ontario ------------------------------- PLEASE NOTE: Contact the List Admin at can-ns-capebreton-admin@rootsweb.com or to search the list archives, or find other useful information to help you use the list more effectively, please click on the following link: http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/intl/CAN/CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON.html ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.862 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3178 - Release Date: 10/05/10 03:34:00

I haven't been able to find my own ancestor's marriage. I've checked most online databases to no avail. Allan McDonald m. abt 1835 +-5 years to Sarah McPhail probably in River Dennys or a nearby town. can anyone help me find their marriage, if extant? Cornelia

Donna, I'm fairly sure I saw their marriage last night at FamilySearch's new beta search. http://pilot.familysearch.org/recordsearch/start.html [1]# ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Mon, 4 Oct 2010 18:36:18 -0400 From: Donna Walford Subject: [Cape Breton Co NS] Early Marriages To: Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" Hi Everyone: John and Catherine are my ggrandparents and I have not been able to find a marriage certificate for them. I have 3 of the children's birth records and 2 say they were married in 1864, Cow Bay and one is 1863 or 1865 but I can't find either. 1. JOHN2 FERGUSON (NORMAN1) was born Abt. May 1835 in Scotland, and died 30 July 1920 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. He married CATHERINE MACDONALD November 1864 in Cow Bay, CB County, NS. She was born 04 December 1844 in New Boston? Cow Bay, NS, and died 06 June 1912 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. I did notice there was a meeting house in Cow Bay and wonder if that is where the marriages were performed. Family was Presbyterian. Marriage Notes for JOHN FERGUSON and CATHERINE MACDONALD: Rev Hugh MacLeod of Mira was the only Presbyterian Minister in the Industrial CB area and he served 15 congregations within the bounds of the area. The first Presbyterian Church in Port Morien had their first service 24 July 1965. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. Any help appreciated. Donna in Ontario ------------------------------ To contact the CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON list administrator, send an email to CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-admin@rootsweb.com [5]. To post a message to the CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON mailing list, send an email to CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON@rootsweb.com [6]. __________________________________________________________ To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com [7] with the word "unsubscribe" without the quotes in the subject and the body of the email with no additional text. End of CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON Digest, Vol 5, Issue 51 ************************************************ Links: ------ [1] http://pilot.familysearch.org/recordsearch/start.html [2] mailto:donna080@sympatico.ca [3] mailto:can-ns-capebreton@rootsweb.com [4] mailto:BLU0-SMTP152F1DDB540B95EF932085E36C0@phx.gbl [5] mailto:CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-admin@rootsweb.com [6] mailto:CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON@rootsweb.com [7] mailto:CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com

Wondering if anyone know of any existence of Catholic Church's Records or even the names of church's that existed in the 1840. Looking for marriage date of Catherine McInnis (daughter of John & Catherine)of Grand Narrows, and William or John William Griffin (son of Donald Griffin & Catherine Cameron) of Margaree area. Thank you.

Cape Breton Deaths October 05, 2010 Tuesday There are 11 obituaries published for today. Duncan White Elizabeth 'Betty' Nearing Shirley Foote Aaron Paul Gerald Petrie Elizabeth 'Betty' E. McIntyre Jean (MacNeil) Buckland Iris Stewart Rita Carmella Piovesan Jean Winnifred McLean Margaret Helen MacLellan ******************************************************************************************************* Duncan White Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/10/2010 Duncan David White, 75, of Sydney Mines, passed away on Oct. 1, 2010, in Northside General Hospital. Born Feb. 23, 1935, in Sydney Mines, he was a son of the late Alexander and Annie (Norse) White. Duncan was a coal miner for over 32 years. He will be sadly missed by daughters, Carol White, Sydney, Brenda Lee (Gary) Dobbin, Halifax; son, David (Darlene) White, Halifax; sisters, Annie Mae, Mary (Robert) Marshall, Dorothy; brothers, Lawrence (Shirley), Alexander and Thomas; grandchildren, Cole White, N.B.; Tristan White, Halifax; Mary Lee White, Sydney; great-grandson, Cody Bond; sister-in-law, Florence. He is also survived by the Porter family and his many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Ethel, Lorraine, brother, George. Donations in Duncan's memory may be made to the Cape Breton regional cancer unit. Online condolences may be made by visiting fillmoreandwhitman.com. ******************************************** Elizabeth 'Betty' Nearing Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: River Ryan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of a cherished wife, loving mom and grammy, dear sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, Elizabeth Louise 'Betty' Nearing, 76, on Oct. 2, 2010 following a lengthy, courageously battled illness. Born in New Waterford, April 23, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Grant and Hilda (MacPhee) Campbell. Until recently, Betty resided with her family on "Carpenter's Hill", River Ryan, and was a devout member of St. Leonard's parish. Receiving her early education in New Waterford, Betty graduated from Holy Angels Convent High School and in 1954 from Nova Scotia Teachers' College. She taught Grades 3 to 6 at Saint Agnes Elementary School in New Waterford. In 1960, she met Louis, her husband-to-be and best friend, and they married on July 1, 1961. Following the birth of her first child, she took a hiatus from teaching, choosing instead, to be a stay at home wife and mom. She returned to teaching in the early 1970s in the New Waterford and area schools as a substitute. Much of her time was spent at the school directly across the street from her home, St. Michael's Elementary. In 1988, Betty officially retired from teaching when she became a grammy, a role she could not wait for and adored. Most of all, Betty loved her family and friends and the pleasure of their company. We always knew there would be a feed of spaghetti and meatballs when we came home (Mary's recipe circa 1971) and most certainly a cup of tea and a little something to go with it. Betty especially enjoyed attending her niece, Dana's wedding in Ottawa in September 2007, as this was a great opportunity for a family reunion. She was a well-known woman of few words and one who never complained ... a trait that was clearly evident as she so bravely faced each health challenge. Surviving are her loving husband of 49 years, Louis; her children, Shannon (Alan Cameron), Halifax, and Stephen (Renee), McMinnville, Tenn., U.S.A.; granddaughters, Lauren Cox, Shelby Nearing, Layne (Chad) Mullins and Grace Cameron; brother, Lionel (Vivienne), Ottawa; sister, Mary (Connie) Morrison, Sydney; brothers and sisters-in-law, Fran Campbell, Greg (Norma) Nearing, Joan (Charlie) MacLean, Karen (Art) Fraser; 19 nieces and nephews and dear caregivers, Gloria, Lorraine and Jennifer McNeil, whose presence made it possible for her to remain at home as long as possible. She was predeceased by her siblings, Maureen Anthony and Kevin Campbell, sister-in-law, Frances 'Cookie' Nearing and brother-in-law, Reg Anthony. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Oct. 6 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 Betty will take place Thursday, Oct. 7, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Cremation will follow with burial in St. Michael's Cemetery at a later date. A luncheon will be held in the Carmel Centre immediately following the funeral mass. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. "The Angels sang "Amazing Grace", The Lord came down and touched her face. He held her hand and whispered low, Come with Me it's time to go. The gates of Heaven opened wide And the angels lined up side by side. A special gift was on her way, The day God took her home." ******************************************* Shirley Foote Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/10/2010 Shirley Cecilia Foote, 71, of Truro, passed away peacefully on Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, surrounded by her loving family, in the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Stanley and Helen 'Nellie' (Osmond) Hare and stepmother, Patricia (O'Neil) Hare. Shirley was a support counsellor at Colchester Community Small Options, Truro, for 21 years and prior to that worked in various restaurants in Cape Breton and Truro areas. But first and foremost she was always a full-time devoted, loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, the foremost being her family and home. She took great pride in her home and yard for which she received many compliments from those passing by. She loved riding her bicycle which she did up until the last two years, due to her ill health. She is survived by daughters, Sherry Fletcher (Gary Loughead), Bible Hill, Denise Cassidy (Jonathan Gero), Valley; sons, Stanley (Cathy), Beaverbrook, Shane (Chalayne), Bible Hill; sisters, Flo Gwinn (Fred), North Sydney, Winnie Stroud (Glen), St. Catharines, Ont., Alfreda Brown (Winston), Salmon River, Patty Olson, North Weymouth, Mass., Charlene McCulloch (Charles), Tennecape; brothers, Stanley, Edwardsville, Cape Breton, John (Cindy), Bible Hill, Reg (Sandy), Truro Heights, Dennis (Gail), Truro, Rob (Lorraine), Earltown; grandchildren, Adam, Samantha, Michelle, Kayla; great-grandchildren, Carson, Jaida; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by grandson, Joshua, brother, Stanley Reginald. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 6 at the Mattatall-Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young St., Truro. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 7, at the Valley United Church, Rev. Brian DeLong officiating, with interment in the Crossroads Cemetery Valley. A reception will follow in the church basement. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Private message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the guest book at www.mattatallvarnerfh.com *********************************************** Aaron Paul Born in: Boston, Massachusetts, United States Passed away in: Eskasoni, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/10/2010 It is with deepest sorrow the family announce the sudden death of Aaron Peter Paul, 34, of Eskasoni, N.S, which occurred Friday, Oct. 1, 2010. Born in Boston, Mass., he was the beloved son of Shirley Paul, Boston, Mass. Aaron was a kind and gentle soul. He loved music and was a very intelligent young man. He was a student at Nova Scotia Community College Marconi Campus where he was working towards his IT tech certificate. He had a great love and pride for his native heritage and was a member of the drum group 'Kitpu Singers'. He also had a passion for helping others and giving back to his community and often volunteered at the Eskasoni Food Bank. He loved to visit family and friends, and no matter how hot the weather got, he would always enjoyed a good cup of hot tea. Besides his mother, Aaron is survived by his sisters, Patricia 'Patti' (Chuck), Charlene, Annie, Maria, Trudy and Natalie; aunts, Alice Francis, Mary Paul-Green (Donnie), Margaret Rose, Judy Sark (Keith), Cecilia Paul; uncles, Allan Paul (Jackie), Goly Paul; nephews, Charles Logan and Liam; numerous cousins and godparents Susan and George Marshall. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Peter and Bella Paul, uncle, Allister Paul, aunt, Barbara Cremo and cousin, Lewis. Aaron will be lovingly missed and remembered by his family and his closest friends, Chuck Johnson, Tim Cremo, Allan Mahoney, Andre Desjardins, Chico, Jay and J.J.; and all those whose hearts and lives he touched. Those who helped him or befriended him in any way, you will always be considered a good friend to him. Aaron we will miss you, your unique sense of humour and all your stories will be carried with us forever. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2010, at the Eskasoni Gabriel Centre, after 7 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. ****************************************** Gerald Petrie Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 05/10/2010 Gerald Thomas Petrie, 69, of Halifax formerly of Dominion, Cape Breton, passed away Oct. 1, 2010, at the Halifax Infirmary QEII. Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, he was a son of the late John Harold and Evelyn Sarah (McNeil) Petrie. Gerry was a member of the Royal Canadian Engineers, he worked with the Corp of Commissionaire and later with the Department of National Defence as a controls technician. Gerry loved his hockey and was a member of the Calais Branch Royal Canadian Legion. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette (Barry); stepdaughters, Shelly and Lara Fletcher, stepson, Daniel Fletcher; grandchildren, Brandi, David and Brandon, great-grandchildren, Justin and Isabella; sisters, Lorraine Allen, Dartmouth, Julia (Ian) Hickey, Sydney; brothers, Everett (Betty), Dartmouth, Harold, Glace Bay, Doug (Eileen), New Waterford, Jim (Cheryl), Lower Sackville. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 12-2 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010. followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home Chapel, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Reception to follow. Burial in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Lower Sackville. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation or Feed Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com. **************************************** Elizabeth 'Betty' E. McIntyre Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 17/02/1924 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we, the family of Elizabeth 'Betty' McIntyre announce her passing on Oct. 2, 2010 at the Glace Bay Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Glace Bay, Feb. 17, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Adelaide (MacIntrye) Aucoin, and was a member of Holy Family Church, McKay's Corner in Glace Bay. Betty graduated from Provincial Normal College in Truro, N.S., and taught for several years in the Glace Bay Public School System. Betty's true calling was as a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great great-grandmother. In her earlier years Betty was a talented piano and fiddle player and was an accomplished highland dancer. She also enjoyed bowling, baking and sewing. She was very active socially at her residence, Sterling Villa, 55 Minto St., Glace Bay, where she served as secretary of their social club. Betty will be remembered by her friends at Sterling Villa for her quick wit and her dry sense of humour. Betty is survived by her two daughters, Anne Marie (Earl) Campbell, Glace Bay, Teresa Walker (George Pratt), Toronto; seven sons, Michael (Mae), Pictou, N.S., Rod, Ontario, David (Sandy), Mineville, Harold (Janice), Sydney, Mel (Stella), Singapore, Cyril (Olivia), Hamilton, Brendon (Debbie), Glace Bay. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren who loved Grandma dearly; a sister Margie Merrick, Medicine Hat, Alta.; numerous nieces and nephews; and her special pal, Cujo. She was predeceased by her husband, Roderick 'Dick' McIntyre in 1988, as well as two brothers, Harold and Gerard, and a sister, Josephine Aucoin. Visitation for Betty will be held Tuesday, Oct. 5 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 6 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A mass celebrating Betty's life will be held at Holy Family Church MacKay's Corner, Thursday, Oct. 7 at 11 a.m., with interment in the parish cemetery. A luncheon will follow in the church hall, all are welcome. Donations in Betty's memory may be made to the St. Joseph's Holy Family Cemetery fund. Online condolences to the McIntyre family may be expressed at www.vjmcgillivary.ca. ****************************************** Jean (MacNeil) Buckland Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/10/2010 74, Sydney This is a day of celebration of a beautiful woman's life. Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Jean Buckland, passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a lengthy illness. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Donald John and Margaret MacNeil. Left to mourn her loss is her husband, Louis; her sons, Robert, Donnie (Wanda) and Kenny (Darlene) and daughters, Maureen (John) Forrest and Joan (Francis) Eyking. She was adored by her 11 grandchildren, Amy (Michael), Laura (Craig), Gabrielle, Vanessa, Katie, Cassaundra, Kenneth, Cory (Amanda), Taylor, Grace and Marcus and five great-grandchildren, Patrick, Aralyn, Keigan, Kayleigh and a special great-grandson, Neil, who was born on the same afternoon that his great-grandmother had passed. Truly a unique celebration and a legacy to Jean's life. Also surviving are her two sisters, Eunice (Danie) Cote and Leone Trainor; along with her brother, Eric (Colleen) MacNeil; as well as her special lifelong friends, Joan and George Campbell. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Bernard (Judith) MacNeil. Jean was employed for many years as supervisor of admissions at St. Rita Hospital in Sydney, where she always referred to her fellow workers as "her girls." She will be fondly remembered for how she was always able to find a bed in the hospital no matter who you were, in fact on one occasion she put her husband in the corridor to allow another patient to have a bed. A particular place of happy memories, with her girls, was in the switchboard room. However, she enjoyed her retirement with her husband Lou and her family. She was a wonderful mother who, throughout her life, truly demonstrated her belief in family in her day to day activities. She and Lou were active members of their parish of St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Church in Sydney. Jean had a positive attitude, an incredible strength and she touched the lives of many people. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Ron MacCormack for the focused medical care that provided Jean with the gift of an extended three years with her family and close friends. A special thanks to Marie MacPhee. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 7 from 5-8 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Memorial mass will take place 11 a.m., Friday, Oct. 8 at St. Anthony Daniel Church, Sydney, with Fr. Donald MacGillivray, Fr. Joe Ambrose MacNeil and Fr. Douglas Murphy officiating. Reception to follow in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ***************************************** Iris Stewart Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 02/10/1920 Passed away in: Whitney Pier, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with sadness that we, the family announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, Iris Stewart on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at home. Born in North Sydney, Sept. 12, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lillian (Parsons) Reid. Iris was a member of the St. Andrew's United Church. She was a stay home mom who was devoted to her children and grandchildren. Iris will be sadly missed by her family and all that had the pleasure of knowing her. Surviving are her daughters, Heather Balsille, Hamilton, Ont., Shirley (David) Gaede, Westmount; sons, Barry (Margie), Sydney, Elroy (Mary), Marion Bridge, Donnie (Paula), Sydney, Lee (Susan), Sydney; brother-in-law, James (Betty) Stewart; and sister-in-law, Louise MacLean. Iris is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, Iris was predeceased by her husband, Elroy Stewart, longtime companion, Leonard 'Nicker' Hollohan, brothers, Eugene, Randolph and Robert Reid, and sisters, Olga MacLean, Opal Bonnar and Madge Baker. Visitation and memorial service for the late Iris Stewart will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10-11 a.m. with memorial service to follow with Rev. Stephen Mills officiating. Reception will be shared after the service. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Garden, Sydney. Donations in Iris's memory may be made to the VON Adult Day Program. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of the Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com. ****************************************** Rita Carmella Piovesan Rita Carmella (Currie) Piovesan 1932-2010 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Rita Carmella Piovesan, 78, of New Waterford on October 3, 2010 at New Waterford Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Guy and Sarah Margaret Currie. Rita was a member of the former St. Agnes parish, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. She loved spending quality time with all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Surviving are daughters Mary (Michael) Fraser, New Victoria, Rosina (Troy) Tobin, Winnipeg, Roxanne (Kendall) Jessome, Point Aconi, Marina Piovesan, Sackville, N.S., Margie Piovesan, Brantford, Ont., Lee (Robbie) Fraser, New Waterford; sons, Joe (Renee) Piovesan, Kingston, Ont., Paul Piovesan, Red Deer, Alta.; brother Greg Currie, Petawawa, Ont.; sisters Anne Cameron, Joan Piovesan, both of New Waterford, Rose Hill, Glace Bay; grandchildren, Aaron, Amy, Patrick, Gregory, Lindsay, Stephen, Priscilla, Matthew, Jeffrey, Danny, Nicholas, Joshua, Michele, Tony, and Jordan; great-grandchildren, London, Carlee, Noah and Cameron; several nieces and nephews. Rita was predeceased by her husband Stelvio, sisters Marie and Marg, brothers Naish and Joe. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Rita will take place Thursday, Oct. 7 at 2 p.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Doug MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in St. Agnes cemetery with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard' parish hall on Convent Street, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ********************** kJean Winnifred McLean - 94 yrs, Baddeck - Jean Winnifred McLean, 94, of Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck, peacefully died on September 30, 2010, at the Alderwood Rest Home. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Hugh and Winnifred (O'Connor) McLean. She is survived by sister, Theresa (MacKimmie) Chappell of Halifax, nieces, Linda, Doris, Irene and Patricia. She was predeceased by sisters, Gertrude Gillis and Margaret Sullivan, brothers, Jim and Douglas. Arrangements for a graveside service at Mount Carmel Cemetery, New Waterford, will be made at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations to a charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. ***************** Margaret Helen (Walker) MacLellan - 78, Sydney Mines - Bras d'Or - Visitation for the late Margaret Helene MacLellan, who passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2010, will be held today (Tuesday), from 204 & 7-9 pm in Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday at 11 am, in St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hi Everyone: John and Catherine are my ggrandparents and I have not been able to find a marriage certificate for them. I have 3 of the children's birth records and 2 say they were married in 1864, Cow Bay and one is 1863 or 1865 but I can't find either. 1. JOHN2 FERGUSON (NORMAN1) was born Abt. May 1835 in Scotland, and died 30 July 1920 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. He married CATHERINE MACDONALD November 1864 in Cow Bay, CB County, NS. She was born 04 December 1844 in New Boston? Cow Bay, NS, and died 06 June 1912 in Glace Bay, CB, NS. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. I did notice there was a meeting house in Cow Bay and wonder if that is where the marriages were performed. Family was Presbyterian. Marriage Notes for JOHN FERGUSON and CATHERINE MACDONALD: Rev Hugh MacLeod of Mira was the only Presbyterian Minister in the Industrial CB area and he served 15 congregations within the bounds of the area. The first Presbyterian Church in Port Morien had their first service 24 July 1965. Notes for JOHN FERGUSON: Immigrated to Canada in 1840 from Scotland. Any help appreciated. Donna in Ontario

Cape Breton Deaths October 03, 2010 Monday There are 11 obituaries published for today. Abby Perfect Florence Catherine MacEachern Hines Capt. Terence Robert Pittman Raymond Philip Belland John Peter MacDonald Annie Mae Bates Michael 'Mick' Ignatius Power William Cole Duncan David White Donald Thomas Pottie Margaret Helene (Walker) MacLellan ******************************************************************************************************* Abby Perfect Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 13/03/1985 Passed away in: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 18/09/2010 In our saddest heartfelt sorrow, we announce the passing of Abby Nicole Perfect, in her 25th year. Abby passed away on Sept. 18, 2010, at her mother's home in Mississauga. She leaves behind her children, Katie and Marcus; spouse, Cory Young; mother, Patricia Perfect, (formerly from Dominion); her father, Gerard Perfect of New Waterford. She is also survived by sister, Amanda Perfect, Mississauga, Cindy (Kenny Peori), Wendy (Dylan Gallant) and Jaylene Hollahan, all in Alberta. Also survived by sister, Katelyn Murphy and brother, Charles White in New Waterford. She will be sadly missed by her four nieces in Alberta, her aunts, uncles and cousins in Mississauga and numerous family and friends in Cape Breton. Those we love don't go away as they walk beside us everyday. ******************************************** Florence Catherine MacEachern Hines Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 29/09/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Forence Hines, 68, of Reserve Mines. Florence passed away Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2010, in Calgary. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Nellie (Gouthro) MacDougall. Florence was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines. She was a member of Reserve Mines Pensioners Club. She loved to play bingo with her granddaughter, Danielle, she enjoyed cooking for her family and she loved to travel. Florence was one of the original volunteers with the Vince Ryan Tournament. She also worked at the Midway Drive In in her earlier years. Florence will be sadly missed by her husband, Timmy Hines; sons, Blair (Lise), Calgary, Darren (Charlene), Glace Bay, Kenny (Denise), Reserve Mines, Dean (Betty Anne), Enfield, Chris (Christine) Front Lake, Paul (Cici), Glace Bay; brother, Melvin MacDougall, Hamilton; cherished grandchildren, Kristian, Blair, Ellisa, Danielle, Dylan, Breton, Sadie, Allisa, Amber, Ethan, Logan, Chantelle, Krysten, Stephanie, Dean, Adam, Katie, Joseph, Sarah, Johnathon, Samantha, James, Jerrot, Lawson; great-grandchildren, Brayden, Cory; and many nieces and nephews. Also surviving is Maurina Stubbard, close personal friend. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Roy MacEachern, son, Jerry, brothers and sisters, Caroline, Harriet, Johnny, Billy, Patricia and Annie Mae. Visitation for Florence will be held Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines, with Fr. Norman MacPhee officiating. A reception will follow, all are welcome. A family interment will be held the parish cemetery. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************* Capt. Terence Robert Pittman Born in: London, United Kingdom Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 24/09/2010 Terry passed away in Halifax on Oct. 1, 2010, at the age of 69 years, following an accident on Sept. 24, 2010. Dad was born in London, England, to the late Frank and Helen Pittman during the London bombings and at a young age was evacuated to the countryside for safety. Despite the difficult circumstances around his early childhood, dad excelled in school and in life. Dad spent all of his work life in the shipping industry both at sea and on land. It was while at sea and travelling to Sydney that dad met mum, Connie Pittman. They married 47 years ago at Holy Redeemer and shortly after their wedding moved to England where they lived until dad was 33 years old. At that time, looking for work on land, we immigrated to Canada where dad had obtained a job as a marine pilot. Dad worked as a Cape Breton pilot with the Atlantic Pilotage Authority for 35 years until his retirement. Dad's passion for the sea and shipping continued into his retirement where he was the chair of the Sydney Port Corp., working tirelessly to revitalize Sydney harbour. In addition to his work within the shipping industry, dad had many hobbies, talents and interests. Dad and mum sponsored foster children overseas and hosted an international exchange student who continues a close relationship to this day. Dad was a passionate gardener and was proud to tell anyone about plants and flowers he was trying to grow. He enjoyed golf and reading when given the time. He and mum own property in Baddeck that he got pleasure from working at. He enjoyed travelling including a recent cross-Canada road trip, spending time in western Canada visiting two of his children and his grandchildren there and also visiting England and Spain. Dad and mum were looking forward to even more travel. Dad enjoyed the arts and theatre and was a misguided Boston Bruins fan who never gave up hope of them winning a Stanley Cup again. Dad was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was immensely proud of his children and grandchildren and revelled in their successes. As a lifelong learner, and with a strong commitment to education, dad with mum, supported and encouraged formal and informal education and whenever the opportunity arose, a teachable moment ensued. Although he often joked about being an honorary Cape Bretoner, he was passionate about the island and worked hard to give back to it. He has touched many people in his life evidenced by the outpouring of support during this difficult time. We will miss dad immensely as he still had much life in him and many lessons to teach us. He could turn his hand to anything - plumbing, carpentry, landscaping, electrical work and cooking. He was a mentor to many and a hero to his children and grandchildren. Dad was a stellar individual and a true gentleman. He will be terribly missed by his loving wife, Connie (Collins) Pittman and his four daughters, Debra and Gary Samek - Nicola and Brendan; Angela and Glenn Gouthro - Fiona, Sarah and Marc; Marion - Gavin; and Kate and Richard Hines - Lauren, Cole and Ben. Terry is also survived by his two sisters, Heather and Valerie, both in England, and his brother, Kevin, England. There are many other family members in Canada and England who will miss dad. As a family, we have been touched by the caring actions and calls of support that have come from many places. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5 at Sydney Memorial Chapel. A celebration of dad's life will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church with Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. The family extends thanks to the staff at the Queen Elizabeth Health Sciences Centre for their compassionate care of dad. A special thanks to Joe, Barb and Allan for the special support this past week. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the diabetes association or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. *********************************************** Raymond Philip Belland Born in: St. Paul, Alberta, Canada Passed away in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/10/2010 Raymond Philip Belland, 75, Antigonish, passed away Friday, Oct. 1, 2010, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. He was the son of the late David and Marjorie (MacDonald) Belland. Born in St. Paul, Alta., moved to Fraser's Mills, Antigonish County, in 1939 and then into the town of Antigonish in 1940. In his early years, Raymond was educated at Morrison School, Antigonish, and later on in life completed his BA and BED at St. FX graduating in 1996. He worked at the Nova Scotia Pulp Mill in Port Hawkesbury. He was a bricklayer by trade and taught brick and tile at the Canso Regional Vocational school from 1969-90. In 1995, Raymond and his wife, Eleanor returned back to the old family home on College Street, Antigonish, where they spent their retirement years. Throughout the years Raymond was active within his community volunteering for such things as minor hockey, community organizations, politics and cheering on his Montreal Canadiens. He was a huge supporter of furthering ones education and encouraged both family and friends to seek out such opportunities. Raymond also loved to spend his spare time at Bayfield, a special place cherished by all family members. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Eleanor (DiVito) Belland, Antigonish; his son, Donald (Rena Oliver), Beaumont, Alta.; his daughters, Rosalind, Bible Hill, N.S., Darlene, Antigonish, Trish, Kentville, N.S., and Karen (Mark Gabrieau), Antigonish, N.S.; one brother, Maurice (Marie MacKenzie), Bathurst, N.B.; and his four grandchildren who held a special place in his heart, Katie, Spencer, Matthew and Amelia; along with several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers, Father Donald, Gregory and Artie. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Monday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in MacIsaac Funeral Home, 61 Pleasant St., Antigonish. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Ninian's Cathedral. Burial in the parish cemetery. Family Flowers only please, donations to the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home Foundation, Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or the Canadian Mental Health Association (N.S.). www.MacIsaacs.ca ****************************************** John Peter MacDonald Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 28/02/1931 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/10/2010 John Peter MacDonald passed away peacefully the morning of Oct. 1, 2010, at the age of 79 years at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with family by his side. John was the son of the late Katherine and John 'Bulldog' MacDonald of Glace Bay. He is survived by his wife, Anne Florence (MacLeod) and children, Debbie (Murray) Tobin, Glace Bay, James MacDonald, Ontario, Kevin (Sybille) MacDonald, Little Rock, Ark., Anne Michelle (James) McCormick, Ontario; his 10 grandchildren, Jason (Michelle), Nikki (Robert), Pamela (Jason), Tiffany (Terry), Mason, Dalton, Logan, Colton, Kaylee and Tia; his six great-grandchildren, Keigan, Randy, Conner, Deanna, Shaun and Adrian; his brothers, Mike (Ursula) MacDonald, Reserve Mines, and Doug (Tootsie) MacDonald, New Waterford; and sister, Florence MacDonald, Glace Bay; as well as many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by both parents, son, Tommy MacDonald, two sisters and granddaughter, Shauna Tobin. Visitation will be held Monday, Oct. 4, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5th at St. Anthony's Church, Dominion Street, Glace Bay, with Fr. Norman MacPhee officiating. Cremation will follow. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Cancer Society is appreciated. Online condolences to the MacDonald family is available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca You'll be forever in our hearts and everything we do When we feel we can't go on, it'll be your memory that pulls us through We wish you could be with us but we know God knows best, And that is why; we are letting your spirit fly high and putting your body to rest. - Pamela Beaucage **************************************** Annie Mae Bates Born in: New Aberdeen, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/10/2010 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Annie Mae Bates, 95, of 12 Arthur St. and formerly of John Street, Glace Bay. Annie Mae passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in New Aberdeen, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Doucette) Arsenault. Annie Mae was a member of St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay. She was a homemaker and her pride and joy were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was fondly referred to as "Great" to her great-grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her daughters, Patsy Morrison, Marie Murphy (Stuart), Theresa Grant, Martha Green, Leone Brown (Sheldon); sons, Bill (Shirley), Fabian (Mira) and Edward; cherished grandchildren, Tanya, Danny, Matthew, Rosalie, Dawn, Louise, Jennifer, Sonya, Jeffrey, Chris, Tara, Troy, Travis, Shelley, Anne, Jessica and Jason; great-grandchildren, Amarah, Mya, Sophia, Max, Olivia, Keira, Rileigh, Jayden, Mia. Annie Mae was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her loving husband, Martin Bates, RWR (Aug. 18, 1970), brothers, Stanley, Gabriel, sisters, Clara, Rita, Ella, Elizabeth, Mary, and son-in-law, Harold Grant. Visitation for Annie Mae will be held Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m., Wednesday at St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Annie Mae's memory may be made to ALS Society of Nova Scotia. Online condolences to the Bates family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************** Michael 'Mick' Ignatius Power Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 04/01/1952 Passed away in: Sydney/Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with deep sadness the family announces the sudden passing of Michael Power. Born in Glace Bay on Jan. 4, 1952, he was the son of the late Patrick and Angela (Neary) Power. Mick had lived in Ashby for over 30 years. Mick was a retired school teacher who had worked for the Cape Breton-Victoria School Board for over 33 years. Mick was young at heart, fun loving and always the life of the party. He was a wonderful baker and cook. Mick enjoyed Celtic music, playing the spoons and had a natural artistic talent. Mick had a soft spot for children and enjoyed spending time making crafts with his many grand nieces and nephews. Mick will be sadly missed by his sister, Patsy MacDonald; brother, Milton, both of Glace Bay. He will also be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, Trish (Bob) Maitland, Roseann Wilson, Danny MacDonald, Steve (Claire) MacDonald, Pat (Sheri) Power, Debbie Power, Trevor Ludy, Sherry (Michael) Gibson, Wally McKinnon; and many grand nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, John and Beatrice (Cook) Neary, paternal grandparents, Bernard and Mary (Delaney) Power, nephew, Bernard 'Bernie' MacDonald and niece, Angela McKinnon. Visitation for Michael 'Mick' Power will be held Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Leo's Church with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Mick's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to the Power family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ***************************************** William Cole Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with sadness we announce the passing of William Cole, 84, of New Waterford, on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at the QE II in Halifax. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Joseph Albert and Eliza (Penny) Cole. William was a member of All Saint Anglican Church. He was instrumental in the development of the NDP here in New Waterford and was an active and strong supporter of the party until his passing. He is survived by nieces, Winnie, Theresa, Marilyn, Janice and Phyllis; nephews, Lawrence, Bobby and Raymond and their families. William was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by sisters, Eliza Wesley, Anna MacLean and Emma Ryan, brothers, John Robert Cole and Joseph Cole. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation or funeral service by request. Burial will be in All Saints Anglican cemetery at a later date. Donations in his 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. ****************************************** Duncan David White Born in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 23/02/1923 Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 01/10/2010 It is with heart felt sadness that the family of Duncan White must announce his passing on Oct. 1, 2010, in Northside General Hospital. Born on Feb. 23, 1935, in Sydney Mines, he was a son of the late Alexander and Annie White. He is survived by children, Carol, Brenda Lee and David; stepchildren, Gary, David, Greg, Curtis, Billy, Brant, Marina and Noel; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He is also survived by sisters, Annie Mae, Mary, Dorothy; brothers, Lawrence, Alexander and Thomas. He was predeceased his wife, Marguarite (Porter) White, sisters, Ethel, Lorraine, brother, George and stepdaughter, Gail. Duncan worked as a coal miner for 32 years until his retirement. He was fondly known as the "lawn dart champion." A lover of life and a friend to everyone he met, he will be sadly missed. Visitation will be held 12 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 5 until the time of funeral service at 2 p.m., both in Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Rev. Peter Rafuse will officiate. Online condolences may be made at fillmoreandwhitman.com. Born of the East, with a heart for the West *********************************************** Donald Thomas Pottie Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Onoway, Alberta, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden death of Donald 'Donnie' Thomas Pottie, 57, of Onoway, Alta., and formerly of Sydney who passed away Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. Donnie was a jack of all trades and in his younger days was a cab driver in Sydney which he enjoyed very much. All his clients loved him, especially the elderly who would go for groceries and always requested Donnie. He would make sure their groceries were brought right to their kitchens. Donnie was a member of the St. Theresa's Men's Club, a church usher and he chaperoned many dances at St. Theresa's Hall. Donnie's passion was fishing with his father in the Margaree River, a place of solace he found so dear. When he married and moved to Edmonton, he later became a liaison officer and voice for Families First, an organization that advocated for challenged individuals' rights. There was nothing he would not do to help those in need. He will especially be missed by his physically challenged daughter, Sarah, whom he spent his days with. He was Sarah's' favourite person in the world and his loss will be especially felt by her. He never stopped teaching Sarah new things. Donnie is survived by his wife, Anne; daughters, Ester, Eden and Sarah; and two sons Aaron and Matthew. He will be sadly missed by his siblings, Faye McIntosh, Dartmouth, Sandra Cormier (Rich), East Bay, Eileen Forrester (Wally), Sydney, Terrance, Ontario, and Jo-Anne Binns, Sydney. He is also survived by many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Capt. Joseph Pottie and Eileen Pottie, brother, Joseph Maurice and son, Kelly. Donnie has generously donated his body to science. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. ********************************************* Margaret Helene (Walker) MacLellan Born in: Alder Point, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines/Bras d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/10/2010 Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Margaret Helene MacLellan passed away Sunday, Oct. 3, 2010, at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Born in Alder Point, the eldest of 21 siblings, she was the daughter of the late George Francis and Genevieve (Devoe) Walker. Left to mourn her loss are her daughters, Stephanie, Lila (Lorne), Margaret (John), Wanda (Timmy) and Ann (Joey); her sons, John (Garlie), Robert (Cindy) and Gregory. She was adored by 18 grandchildren, Roberta (Chris), Lisa (Trent), Crystal (Jeremy), Robert (Sarah), Corey (Chelsea), Ashley (John), Lorne (Danielle), Lloyd (Holly), Jennifer, James (Rachael), Rina (Raymond), Jason (Patsy), Amanda (Chris), Jessica, Tyler, Richard, Joseph and Anthony; and 18 great-grandchildren, Brock, Josh, Breanna, Braden, Brooke, Ryleigh, Seth, Sean, Gabrielle, Isiah, Jordan, Jaden, Dominic, Brianna, Jayla and Aiden. Also surviving are her 16 brothers and sisters, Gilbert (Gloria), Anne (Bob), Sister Joan, Vince (Kay), Leonard (Jean), Betty (Brad), Norma (Lou), Kenny (Heidi), Carol (Johnny), Sheldon, Gordie (Barbara), Donnie (Sandy), Vicki (Jimmy), Gerard (Susan), Pius (Deb) and Greg (Joanne); her aunt, Josephine and uncle, Johnny Walker and more than 100 nieces and nephews and many cousins. She will also be deeply mourned by her friend and companion of many years, James Simms, Florence, and his family, Ricky, Laurie, James and Brian and their children, Stacy, Krista, Rick Jr., Shane, Megan, David, Erin, Karen, Jody and Kerri and 10 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, John A. MacLellan, her brothers, Richard, James, Adrian, two sisters in infancy, her nephew, Bruce Walker and other family members, Tina (LeBlanc) MacLellan, Dale Vickers, Wilfred Pourier, Dougie MacLean and Dale Simms. Helen was a longtime member of the Bras d'Or Pensioners Club, working tirelessly at their many functions, enjoying bingo and dancing the night away with her James. She was a wonderful mother, envied by her children's friends for her love, guidance and hospitality. She gave of herself to her younger brothers and sisters all of their lives and this was deeply appreciated. Visitation Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care or a charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ************************************************* ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cornelia-- Can you contact me at. nelson.poole@ns.sympatico.ca We have a lot in common. -------------------------------------------------- From: <fenenga@connpoint.net> Sent: Sunday, October 03, 2010 4:17 PM To: <can-ns-capebreton@rootsweb.com> Subject: Re: [Cape Breton Co NS] early churches > > > your comments about early churches and their records intrigues me. > > my ancestors were in Whycocomagh, Sydney, and Cow Bay/Port Morein. > they came around 1812-1822, and were Presbytarian. > > can you tell me what church(es) were extant at that time in those > places for those of Presbytarian faith? > > Cornelia > ------------------------------- > PLEASE NOTE: > Contact the List Admin at can-ns-capebreton-admin@rootsweb.com or to > search the list archives, or find other useful information to help you use > the list more effectively, please click on the following link: > http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/intl/CAN/CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON.html > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without > the quotes in the subject and the body of the message > > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com > Version: 9.0.856 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3174 - Release Date: 10/03/10 > 03:34:00 >

many thanks for the information, Carol, this is extremely helpful. I forgot to mention River Denys/Dennis in my list of places, probably covered by Whycocomagh? where would I find records for the churches listed? the most promising sounding one for me is the Whycocomagh one, though there are others which may apply. best, Cornelia in partly sunny (or partly cloudy) Oregon. On Sun 10/03/10 1:40 PM , Carol MacLean ritam@axion.net sent: Greetings Cornelia, In the early parts of Cape Breton, there weren't a lot of churches, but had traveling ministers, some from as far away as PEI & Scotland. Many of the older churches were made of log & wood, and in most cases, the churches had fires & with the parish records being kept in the church, were also burned. So many records are lost, unless it was a traveling minister who may have recorded the info into the books of another parish, some in PEI & Scotland. In the 1860's, the government of the time, required folks to register the birth, marriage & death of folks, and did so for about 15 years in Nova Scotia. It was started up again in 1908, and continues to today. Some other provinces & territories went uninterrupted in the keeping of these records. St. George's Anglican Church in Sydney, was opened in 1791, and served many denominations, although it was Church of England. St Patrick's in Sydney was RC about 1828 & Sacred Heart RC in about 1832 St. Paul's Church of Scotland in Port Morien I think was around 1860's as well as St. Mary's Anglican Church. In Loch Lomond, is where the first Presbyterian church was established in 1838 In St. Ann's, Rev Norman MacLeod established a Church of Scotland around 1820 made of logs. In 1840 a frame church was built. In Louisbourg, traveling ministers from France tended to the RC followers. Traveling missionaries came as early as 1629 to some areas of Cape Breton, but no real church was established at the time. Churches in Baddeck were established in the 1840's, which would include Whycocomagh, Lake Ainslie, Middle River. On the other side of the water, was East Bay, Big Pond, Middle Cape, Irish Vale, Iona, Bras d'Or, Jamestown etc. Still others were established in Mabou, Cheticamp & areas. And others were in Cape North area. *************************************** I just found this listing of churches in Cape Breton, some with established dates and from which county. Cape Breton County Boisdale ST. ANDREW'S PARISH, BOISDALE Boularderie KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (BOULARDIERIE ) 1875-1989 [MICRO] Christmas Island ST. BARRA'S PARISH, CHRISTMAS ISLAND 1854-1986 Coxheath ST. MARK'S PARISH, COXHEATH 1911-1985 (ORIGINALS, 50CM.) ST. MARK'S PARISH COXHEATH, CONT'D ST.MARK'S PARISH, COXHEATH, CONT'D Dominion CHALMERS UNITED CHURCH, DOMINION, N.S. ST. EUGENE'S CHURCH, DOMINION Donkin ST. LUKE'S UNITED CHURCH, DOMINION NO. 6, DONKIN East Bay ST. MARY'S [R.C.] PARISH, EAST BAY, 1846-1958 Florence ST. STEPHEN'S PARISH, FLORENCE, 1950-1952 Frenchvale ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, FRENCHVALE, CAPE BRETON Gabarus GABARUS [ PRESBYTERIAN ] CIRCUIT AND ITS SUCCESSORS IRISH BROOK METHODIST CHURCH & GABARUS CIRCUIT BAPTISMS WATERVIEW PASTORAL CHARGE RECORDS (GABARUS) 1964-1982 Gardiner Mines ST. JAMES CHURCH, GARDINER MINES Glace Bay EPWORTH UNITED CHURCH, GLACE BAY, 1900-1985 GLACE BAY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION, 1930-1975 HOLY CROSS CHURCH, GLACE BAY IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH BRIDGEPORT IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH (CON'T) IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH (CON'T) ST. ANNE'S PARISH, GLACE BAY, 1982 ST. MARY'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, GLACE BAY SALVATION ARMY IN GLACE BAY, 1972 WARDEN UNITED CHURCH, GLACE BAY WARDEN UNITED CHURCH, GLACE ABY (CON'T) Leitches Creek LEITCHES CREEK, UNITED CHIRCH WOMEN Lingan ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH, LINGAN CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC Louisbourg IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH - MAIN-A-DIEU AND LOUISBOURG IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH - MAIN-A- DIEU AND LOUISBOURG FIRST UNITED CHURCH [AND ANTECENDENTS] LOUIS BOURG, N.S. FIRST UNITED CHURCH, LOUISBOURG (CON'T) FIRST UNITED CHURCH, LOUISBOURG (CON'T) FIRST UNITED CHURCH, LOUISBOURG (CON'T) FIRST UNITED CHURCH, LOUISBOURG (CON'T) Low Point ST. ALPHONSUS CHURCH, LOW POINT, (1885-1887) ST. ALPHONSUS PARISH, LOW POINT, 1856-1975 The Miras ST. JOSEPH'S [R.C.] MISSION CHURCH, MIRA FERRY ST. MARGET'S PARISH, GRAND MIRA, 1871-1906 MIRA CONGREGATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1903-1925 MIRA FERRY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1851-1988 New Waterford MOUNT CARMEL PARISH, NEW WATERFORD CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC CALVIN UNITED CHURCH, NEW WAREFORD, 1910-1986 CALVIN UNITED CHURCH, NEW WATERFORD - 1910- ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN CHURCH, NEW WATERFORD North Sydney ST. MATTHEW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, NORTH SYDNEY ST. MATTHEW-WESLEY UNITED CHURCH, NORTH SYDNEY, 1881-1981 ST. MATTHEW-WESLEY UNITED CHURCH (CONTINUED) NORTH SYDNEY YOUNG PEOPLE'S MISSIONARY SOCIETY; 1925-1934 CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, NORTH SYDNEY ST. JOHN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, NORTH SYDNEY ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCH, NORTH SYDNEY Port Morien COW BAY [PRESBYTERIAN] MEETING HOUSE, 1841-1842 PORT MORIEN, DONKIN, BIRCHGROVE PASTORAL CHARGE PORT MORIEN, DONKIN, BIRCHGROVE PASTORAL CHARGE (CON'T) ST. PAUL'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, PORT MORIEN, 1865-1902 ST MARY'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH PORT MORIEN Reserve Mines GOOD SHEPHERD ANGLICAN PARISH, RESERVE AND DOMION GORDON UNITED CHURCH, RESERVE MINES ST. JOSEPH'S PARISH, RESERVE, 1927-1965 ST. JOSEPH'A PARISH, RESERVE MINES 1895-1986 Sydney ST. GEORGE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, SYDNEY ST. GEORGE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH }ST. JOESPH'S PARISH, SYDNEY, 1959-1967 SACRED HEART PARISH, SYDNEY, 1833-1869 ST. ANTHONY DANIEL CHURCH, SYDNEY, 1968-1973 BAPTIST CHURCH, SYDNEY ST. PHILLIP'S AFICAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, SYDNEY FALMOUTH STREET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH [JUBILEE] METHODIST CHURCH, SYDNEY TRINITY UNITED CHURCH WHITNEY PIER TRINITY UNITED CHURCH, WHITNEY PIER (CONTINUED) ST. ANDREW'S CHURCH, SYDNEY [PRE-1910] ST. ANDREW'S UNITED, SYDNEY 1875-1981 ST. THERESA PARISH, SYDNEY, 1935-1981 HOLY REDEEMER PARISH, SYDNEY, 1902-1981 FIRST UNITED CHURCH[AND ANTECENDENTS], SYDNEY, 1882-1957 FIRST UNITED CHURCH [AND ANTECENDENTS], SYDNEY, 1882-1957 ST. MARY'S (POLISH) PARISH, WHITNEY PIER, 1981-1984 HOLY GHOST UKRANIAN GREEK CATHOLIC CHURCH WHITNEY PIER CLYDE AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH, 1903-1986 ST. JOHN'S CHAPEL, NORTH WEST ARM , Sydney Mines BIRTH RECORDS, SYDNEY MINES CARMEN UNITED CHURCH, SYDNEY MINES IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH, 1884-1978 TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, SYDNEY MINES, 1840-1988 TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH RECORDS (CON'T) Sydney River SYDNEY RIVER UNITED PROTESTENT CHURCH UNITED SYDNEY RIVER UNITED PROTESTANT UCW Westmount WESTMOUNT UNITED CHURCH, WESTMOUNT, C.B. Inverness County Broad Cove ST. MARGARET'S CHAPEL, BROAD COVE CHAPEL Glendale ST. MARY OF THE ANGELS PARISH, GLENDALE, 1946 Inverness STELLA MARIS PARISH, INVERNESS Iona ST. COLUMBA PARISH, IONA, 1859-1981 Judique ST. ANDREW'S PARISH, JUDIQUE, 1852-1869 Lake Ainslie ALEXANDER GRANT MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH EAST LAKE AINSLIE ALEXANDER GRANT MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH LAKE AINSLIE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EAST) 1899-1983 Malagawatch MALAGAWATCH [PRESBYTERIAN] CHURCH, 1914 The Margarees ST. MICHAEL [R.C.] PARISH, MARGAREE, 1800-1891 ST. JOSEPH'S [R.C.] CHURCH, SOUTH WEST MARGAREE Orangedale ORANGEDALE CHURCH Port Hawkesbury METHODIST CHURCH, PORT HAWKESBURY ST. JOSEPH'S PARISH, PORT HAWKESBURY Port Hood ST. PETER'S PARISH, PORT HOOD Strathlorne STRATHLORNE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, INVERNESS CO. West Bay WEST BAY UNITED CHURCH, INVERNESS COUNTY 1834-1975 Whycocomagh WHYCOCOMAGH UNITED CHURCH [ AND ANTECEDENTS], 1850-1893 Richmond County Arichat ST. JOHN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, ARICHAT, 1828-1933 D'Escousse PAROISSE ST. HYACINTHE, D'ESCOUSSE, 1832-1960 Johnstown SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, JOHNSTOWN, CAPE BRETON Loch Lomond CALVIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, LOCH LOMOND, 1913-1964 Petit de Grat ST. JOSEPH'S PARISH, PETIT DE GRAT West Arichat IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH, WEST ARICHAT, 1868-1908 IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH, WEST ARICHAT 1881-1919 West L'Ardoise HOLY GUARDIAN ANGEL PARISH, WEST L' ARDOISE Victoria County Baddeck ST. JOHN'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, BADDECK, 1877-1880 KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH [AND ANTECEDENTS] BADDECK, 1894-1982 RECORD OF THE CONGREGATION, BADDECK CHURCH BADDECK & BADDECK FORKS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL ST. PETER'S ANGLICAN CHURCH, BADDECK, 1877-1981 Bay St. Lawrence BAY ST. LAWERENCE WMS, MT. CABOT UCW Middle River MIDDLE RIVER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1875-1880 North River Bridge JOHN FRASER MEMORIAL UNITED CHURCH, NORTH RIVER BRIDGE St. Anne's ST. ANNE'S PASTORL CHARGE, 1925-1990 [MICROFORM] Miscellaneous DIOCESE OF ANTIGONISH, C. 1925 DIOCESE OF ANTIGONISH (CONTINUED) DIOCESE OF ANTIGONISH (CON'T) BARRA RECORD BOOK, 1805-1853 B.6 PAMPHLETS AND SCRAPBOOKS ON THE BAPTIST OVERSEAS MISSION. H. REPORT ON THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM FOR FISHERMEN OF THE ST. JOHN'S (PRESBYTERIAN) CHURCH, BELFAST. P.E.I., SYDNEY AREA MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION, 1930-1978 SYDNEY PRESBYTERY UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA, 1963-1980 ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL, GLACE BAY, 1955-1978 INDUSTRIAL CAPE BRETON COUNCIL OF CHURCHES INDUSTRIAL C. B. COUNCIL OF CHURCHES (CON'T) NORTH HIGHLANDS PASTORAL CHARGE, 1874-1984 NORTH HIGHLANDS PASTORAL CHARGE, 1874-1984 (CON'T) MISSION TO THE HIGHLAND EMIGRANTS FISHERS OF MEN THE PRESBYTERY OF SYDNEY, UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA, 1970 WOMEN'S MISSIONARY SOCIETY, BETHEL PRESBYTERIAN Updated 3 April 1997 *********************************** Carol out here in rainy Vancovuer, BC > > your comments about early churches and their records intrigues me. > > my ancestors were in Whycocomagh, Sydney, and Cow Bay/Port Morein. >they came around 1812-1822, and were Presbytarian. > > can you tell me what church(es) were extant at that time in those >places for those of Presbytarian faith? > > Cornelia >------------------------------- >PLEASE NOTE: >Contact the List Admin at can-ns-capebreton-admin@rootsweb.com [1] or to >search the list archives, or find other useful information to help >you use the list more effectively, please click on the following >link: >http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/intl/CAN/CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON.html [2] >------------------------------- >To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to >CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com [3] with the word 'unsubscribe' >without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message Links: ------ [1] mailto:can-ns-capebreton-admin@rootsweb.com [2] https://webmail5.userservices.net/parse.php?redirect=http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/intl/CAN/CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON.html [3] mailto:CAN-NS-CAPEBRETON-request@rootsweb.com