Cape Breton Deaths May 20, 2011 Friday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Delphina Ranson Raymond Fahey Franklyn Barrington Evelyn Mary (Vokey) MacInnis ******************************************************************************************************* Delphina Ranson Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of our beloved mother Delphina Ranson, at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Glace Bay She was the daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy (McNeil) Baker. Being the last surviving member of her family, mom's time was most enjoyed spent surrounded by her family. She is survived by her two sons Albert (Julie) Port Morien, Robert (Tarra) Catalone; two daughters Brenda (John) Newfoundland, Dorothy (Lou) Louisbourg. Nine grandchildren 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Joseph, she was also predeceased by a son Joseph in infancy; one sister Deloris Nearing; two brothers Albert and Michael Baker. Funeral service will take place at 4 p.m. today, Friday, May 20, 2011 at the SW Chant and Son Funeral Home Chapel 564 Alexandra Street, Sydney, with Fr. Patrick O'Neil officiating. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of *************************************** Raymond Fahey Born In: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 29/10/1941 Passed Away In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 18/05/2011 Died peacefully surrounded by his family and friends at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Reserve Mines, he was the son of the late Alphonse and Julia Fahey. Raymond is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Bernadette (McInnis); daughters, Raylene (Scott) Wilson, Cold Lake, Alta., Linda (Bobby) Burke, Louisbourg; sons, Mickey (Laura), Sydney, Raymond Jr. (Rhonda), Sydney Mines, Dale, Sydney. Nine grandchildren Ashley (Duke), Shayne, Taylor, Devin, Aaron, Nicholas, Lynaya, Laura, Ryan and two great-grandchildren, Lincoln and Leighton; sister, Harriet (Russel) Warcop, Coxheath,; niece, Julia (Ronald) MacDonald, Sydney; and nephew, Russel (Katrina), Ottawa. In his younger years Raymond worked for Lingan Golf and Country Club as an assistant pro. He then joined the staff of Abbass Studios where he became one of the most well known and respected photographers in Cape Breton. Raymond joined the Maritime Photographer Association and then the Professional Photographers of Canada. Over the years, he has received many awards of merit and excellence including Photograhper of the Year in 1975. Raymond was an accredited photographer in journalism, portraiture, candid and casual artistry. He also taught several photography courses at CBU and has done independent work, such as wedding and school portraits. Prior to his retirement, Raymond worked for 18 years at the Cape Breton Post, where he was awarded several journalism awards. Raymond was well known for his love for animals, carpentry, his mechanical skills and interest in customizing cars. He has spent his retirement working on several projects and enjoying his family. Raymond will be greatly missed by his family and all those who have known him. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant and Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of ... *************************************** Franklyn Barrington Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 18/05/2011 Franklyn Marie Barrington, of Calder Court, Sydney, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, Franklyn was the daughter of the late Max and Helen (McDonald) MacDonald. Surviving are her husband, Joseph; sons, Kelly (David) and Kirby (Michelle); grandson, Kyle. Franklyn was predeceased by her son, Keith. There will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be held at St. Anthony Daniel Church on Saturday 11 a.m., with Rev. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ********************************* Evelyn (Vokey) MacInnis Back to Cape Breton Post Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Sudbury, Ontario, Canada Passed Away On: 27/04/2011 In loving memory of Evelyn Mary (Vokey) MacInnis, 78 years, who died Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the Sudbury Regional Hospital. Beloved wife of George MacInnis of Garson. Loving mother of Anne Marie MacInnis and Janet Strum (Bill), both of Garson, Heather Castonguay (Rene) of Mississauga and George (Lori) of Garson. Cherished grandmother of Travis (predeceased 2001), Kyle, Kolin, Janel, Conner, Cathryn and Caela. Predeceased by her father, Samuel; mother, Anne (Bates) and stepmother, Rowena (Roberts) Vokey. Dear sister of Sam (Olive) of Glace Bay, N.S., Dave (Johanne) of P.E.I., Tom of P.E.I., Rev. David McNaughton (Nancy) of Truro, N.S., Jan Fardy (Jim) of Winnipeg, Ellen Vokey Phillips (Bob) of Boularderie Center, N.S. and predeceased by John (Florence), Bill (Mary of Toronto), Gerald, and Margaret Cormier (Frank). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews, sisters- and brothers-in-law, and many very dear families in Antigonish and Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Evelyn was a wonderful and true friend to many. Born in Glace Bay, Evelyn married George MacInnis in 1962. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist parish and CWL, and a member of the Sudbury branch of the Cape Breton Club. Funeral service and interment took place in Garson, Ont. on April 30, 2011. Special thanks to Mo at the SRH ICU for his care and kindness. *************************************** EXTRA TO OBITUARIES: RAYMOND FAHEY Renowned island photographer dies SYDNEY - An award-winning Cape Breton photographer whose work focused on the daily lives of Cape Bretoners has died. Ray Fahey died Wednesday of cancer at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. He was 69. Fahey worked 18 years as photographer at the Cape Breton Post before retiring in 2006. Prior to joining the Post, he worked with Abbass Studios for many years and was the usual photographer for students to see at local schools when it came to school picture day. "He was very passionate about his work," said Post Publisher Anita Delazzer. "He did whatever he could to make sure he got the perfect shot." It was many perfect shots over his career that resulted in numerous awards for Fahey's work, including two Atlantic Journalism Awards. He was named photographer of the year in 1975. " We were deeply saddened to hear the news today about his death and our condolences go out to his wife, Bernadette, and his children, particularly Mickey, who is also on staff here at the Post as an advertising sales representative," said Delazzer. Family was a core value for Fahey, who, when asked about his successes, would always attribute that success to the love and support of his wife, Bernadette. The couple were married for 49 years and raised five children. Fahey was an accredited photographer in journalism, portraiture, candid, and casual artistry. He also taught the art of photography. Wedding photos were also a specialty of Fahey's. " You couldn't help but like Ray. His eternal optimism and quick wit always made working with him a pleasure," said Steve MacInnis, union president at the Post. "Ray always had a way of seeing the good side in business that at times focuses on the bad. He was always respectful of the people he photographed and in some cases became life long friends with those individuals." It was that respect and general kindness that resulted in one of Fahey's greatest surprises. At the time of his retirement, he was assigned a picture at a local school and when he arrived, he was touched to learn the event he was to cover was for him. "He's so sweet to us," said teacher Imelda Grant. "He's got kindness, compassion and a great understanding of kids." Another tribute Thursday came from Cape Breton Regional Municipality Mayor John Morgan. "Condolences to the family and coworkers of legendary Cape Breton Post photographer Ray Fahey," said the mayor. Among his other passions, Fahey loved animals and carpentry and had a special interest in customizing cars. The remains are resting at Chant's Funeral Home on Alexandra Street from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, with a service in the home chapel on Sunday at 3 p.m. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org