Cape Breton Deaths August 12, 2011 Friday There are 9 obituaries published for today Harold Donahue Frederick James Jackson Florence MacDonald Farrell A. Bonnar Rev. Glenn Sidney MacDonald Fr. Alexander MacKinnon Lillian Cecilia (Maroun) Hogan Ron McIntyre Julian LeBlanc ******************************************************************************************************* Harold Donahue Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 28/07/2011 Harold Donahue, 88, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2011 at Victoria Haven in Glace Bay, N.S. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Michael and Veronica Donahue. There was no visitation. Cremation was under the direction of Curry's Funeral Home. A family graveside service was held on August 9, 2011, at St. Anthony's Cemetery, Passchendaele. ************************************ Frederick James Jackson Born In: St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada Born On: 15/08/1956 Passed Away In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 10/08/2011 Frederick James Jackson, 54, passed away suddenly into God's arms on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011, at the young age of 54. Fred was born on Aug. 15, 1956, in St. John's, Nfld., the son of the late Fred and Angela (Grouchy) Jackson. Fred Jr., who would have turned 55 on Monday, was a former assistant managing editor at the Telegram in St. John's and former managing editor at the Cape Breton Post in Sydney, N.S. He worked also as a sports reporter with the St. John's Daily News and then moved on to The Telegram. However, his life of journalism would turn around in 1992 when he became the managing editor of the Cape Breton Post in Sydney. Back in his native Newfoundland, Fred was best known for his involvement in sports. At a very young age he started the Higher Levels Minor Softball League in 1972, winning numerous local, provincial and national championships. In 1991, he was named coach of the year by Softball Canada. His softball teams won five national medals, plus a fourth place finish in the 1989 Canada Summer Games. Fred was recognized for his coaching expertise and his contributions to sport when he was inducted into the Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Hall of Fame in 2005. Freddie, as he was known to many of his friends, also rowed in the annual St. John's Regatta, played soccer and ice hockey. Fred is also a member of the St. John's Softball Hall of Fame and is a recipient of Softball Newfoundland and Labrador's executive of the year. After moving to Sydney, Fred continued on with his contributions to the community. He was the first chair of the Sydney Academy school advisory committee and served on the committee for several terms. In recognition of his contribution to the school, Fred was made an honorary graduate of Sydney Academy. His interest in community service also saw him function as board member and chair of the Salvation Army advisory board, and board member and chair of the Loaves and Fishes community kitchen. He was past president and member of the board of directors of the Sydney Rotary Club. He also chaired several of their major fund raisers. Recognizing that Fred lived their motto of "Service Above Self," the Rotary Club bestowed upon him the honours of Paul Harris Fellow, and the new district award of True Rotarian. Fred was very active in church affairs. He was a member of the St. Anthony Daniel parish council, finance committee, men's club and co-chair of the church's fundraising committee. He was also active in the Cursillo Movement, and, as well, chaired the board of the Cape Breton Christian Music Festival Society. Fred was often heard to say that he saw Christ in other people. In both Cape Breton and Newfoundland, he worked endlessly for his family and the people of his community. Fred is survived by wife, Beatrice (Follett) and daughters, Stephanie (Keith) Gillis, Edmonton, Melissa (Peter) Kozera, and grandchild to be, Jillian, Nicola and Carmen, all of Sydney; mother-in-law, Mary (Norman) Follett and the entire Norman and Follett families of Ship Harbour. Fred also leaves to mourn his brother, Craig (Renee), nephews, Craig Jr. and Tyler, special cousin, Ed Stevenson (Joanne), the Jackson and Grouchy families, all of St. John's; and a large circle of family and friends in both Newfoundland and Cape Breton. He was predeceased by his father-in-law, William Joseph Follett of Ship Harbour, Placentia Bay. Visitation today (Friday, Aug. 12) at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 2-9 p.m. Funeral mass to be celebrated on Saturday, Aug. 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Anthony Daniel Church, Sydney, with Rev. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Family flowers only. Donations can be made in Fred's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. *********************************** Florence MacDonald Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 10/08/2011 Florence Katherine MacDonald, a resident of Seaview Manor, Glace Bay, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Neil and Mary Ann (MacLean) MacDonald. Florence was a member of Union Presbyterian Church, where she was a member of the choir. She was an avid card player, enjoyed bingo and loved horse racing. Surviving are her son, Neil Alexander MacCandless (Brenda Newell), Sydney; sisters, Eileen (Charlie) Arbuckle, Mahone Bay and Mary (the late Eugene) Perry, Boston; grandchildren, Rene and Liam MacCandless, Glace Bay; and Hannah and Olivia, who held a special place in her heart. Florence was predeceased by her son, Billy; sister, Caddy (the late Charles) Heing and brothers, Lauchie and Alex. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Union Presbyterian Church on Monday 2 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Richardson officiating. Interment in Loch End Cemetery. We, the family, would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Seaview Manor and the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their care and compassion. Special thanks to Ronita Burrows, Recreation Director at Seaview Manor, for the extra special attention shown to Florence Memorials may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************ Farrell Bonnar Passed Away In: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 27/07/2011 A graveside service for the late Farrell Bonnar, age 87, a resident of the veteran's wing at Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines, who passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2011, will be held on Monday, Aug. 15, 2011 at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. ************************************* Rev. Glenn MacDonald Born In: Whycocomagh, Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 09/12/1951 Passed Away In: Pictou, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 09/08/2011 Rev. Glenn Sidney MacDonald, BA, BTh, MDiv, MTS, 59 of Pictou, formerly Thorburn, N.S. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax, N.S. on Aug. 9, 2011. Born in Whycocomagh on Dec. 9, 1951 to the late Peter and Edna (Macdonald) MacDonald. He attended school in Whycocomagh, Saint Francis Xavier University, McGill University, The Presbyterian College, Montreal and lately the Atlantic School of Theology, Halifax. Glenn was ordained to the Ministry of Word and Sacrament of the Presbyterian Church in Canada in his home church of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Whycocomagh on May 17, 1977. He faithfully served the charges of Sherbrooke, Glenelg, Moser River (1977-1981), North River, North Shore, Englishtown (1981-1990) and Thorburn, Sutherland's River (1990-2005) at which time he reluctantly retired from active ministry due to his health. He was a diligent and proud servant of the church, acting on committees of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Canada, the Synod of the Atlantic Provinces and Presbyteries of Cape Breton and Pictou, both of which he was moderator. He served as a chaplain in the militia to the 1st and 2nd Nova Scotia Highlanders. Glenn was a member of the masonic lodge and a life member of the Atlantic Mission Society. He was a passionate student and teacher of the Gaelic language, and an enthusiastic storyteller who often quoted his father: "Truth has little bearing on a good story". His greatest strengths in his ministry were his sense of humour, his enthusiasm in working with youth and the pleasure he took in sharing a pastoral visit or a casual conversation. Glenn always believed that religion was foremost about community; he saw himself as a part of the communities he served, not apart from them. He is survived by his wife, cornerstone and foundation of 36 years, Christina (Cameron); sons Rev. Peter (Carol), Big Bras d'Or; Robert, Halifax; Stephen, CFB Gagetown; granddaughter Phoebe; cherished aunt, Glennie MacMillan, Sydney; beloved mother-in-law, Roberta Cameron, Strathlorne, N.S. and a large and loving extended family. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his infant sister, Patricia. Visitation will be held at the Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow Friday, Aug. 12 from 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. His remains will then be transferred to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Whycocomagh for visitation from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Sunday from where the funeral will be held Monday, Aug. 15 at 11 a.m. in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Whycocomagh, with Rev Andrew MacDonald presiding followed by committal at Stewartdale Cemetery, Whycocomagh. A memorial service will be held Monday, Aug. 15 at 7 p.m. in Union Prebyterian Church, Thorburn, N.S. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the church or charity of one's choice. Online condolenses may be made to www.angusfuneralhomes.com. "What does the Lord require of you? To seek justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God." ************************************** Fr. Alex MacKinnon Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 09/08/2011 It is with deepest sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Father Alexander MacKinnon, 82, of Antigonish, who died Tuesday, Aug. 9, at St. Martha Hospital after a long battle with cancer. Father Alex was born and raised in New Waterford and was the son of the late John J. MacKinnon and Isabel (Campbell) MacKinnon. He graduated from Saint Francis Xavier University in 1951. He attended the Grand Seminary in Quebec City and Laval University, in 1955 was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Antigonish. Father Alex served as assistant pastor at St. Peter's parish, Port Hood, St. John the Baptist parish, New Glasgow, and St Joseph's parish, North Sydney. In 1961 he was appointed to the Antigonish Diocesan Latin American Apostolate where he spent the next 14 years serving the diocese in Central America. He spent the first four years in Costa Rica and was then assigned to Honduras where the needs were much greater. During his time in Honduras he was appointed director of the Antigonish Diocesan Apostolate for Honduras lasting until 1975. In 1975 Father Alex was appointed to the staff of the Coady International Institute of St.F.X. University as co-ordinator of the Latin America Sector, responsible for all Coady activities relating to Latin America. He also served as chaplain to Catholic students and was the co-ordinator of counselling services at the Coady. In 1987 Father Alex became registrar of the Coady International Institute. In 1994 he retired from the Coady and did sabbatical studies in Ottawa and Rome. He then served as parish priest of St. Joseph's, Antigonish County. From July 1996 until his second retirement in 2009 Father Alex served as chaplain at St.Martha's Hospital. Father Alex is survived by his sisters, Ann Genereux, Penticton, B.C., Mary MacGillivary, Sydney, N.S., Willena MacKinnon, Phoenix, Arizona, Theresa (Pat) Lee, Studio City, Calif.; sisters-in-law, Sadie (Francis) MacKinnon, Rochester, N.H., Kay (Roddie) MacKinnon, New Waterford, N.S., and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers, Donald, Francis, and Roderick; sister-in-law, Peggy MacKinnon and brothers-in law, Bill Genereux and Edward MacGillivary. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 and 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14 in Morrison Hall, St. F.X. Campus. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday, August 14 at St. F.X. Chapel. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15 at St. F.X Chapel, Bishop Brian Dunn officiating. A reception following mass will be held in Morrison Hall. Burial will take place Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 11 a.m. in Mount Carmel Cemetery, New Waterford. In keeping with Father Alex's wishes family flowers only. Father Alex recently created a legacy of support for future Coady participants, through the establishment of an endowed scholarship fund. His contribution will support students who are accepted into the Coady Institute educational programs. Gifts toward this scholarship can be made by contacting Erika Gunn at egunn@stfx.ca or by phone 902-867-5264. www.MacIsaacs.ca. **************************************** Lillian (Maroun) Hogan Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 09/03/1943 Passed Away In: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 05/08/2011 Lillian Cecilia (Maroun) Hogan, 68, of Halifax, died in the presence of loved ones at the Victoria General Hospital on Friday, Aug. 5, 2011. Born March 9, 1943 in Sydney, N.S., she was the youngest child of Thomas and Mary (Joseph) Maroun. Lillian graduated from Holy Angels High School, and went on to graduate from St. Xavier University with a Bachelor of Education in 1968. On July 9, 1971, Lillian was married to Kevin Dougal Hogan; her husband, best friend and hero for 40 years. Lillian began her teaching career in 1968 in Dartmouth and went on to teach in New Ross and in New Minas. Until she retired in 1999, she was a passionate teacher who strived to make a difference in the lives of her students. She pioneered the teaching of cooking classes to boys in her Home Economics program, and met Kevin when she invited him to speak to her class in 1969. Lillian enjoyed gardening and receiving guests at her beautiful Victorian home in the Annapolis Valley. Over the past year, she cherished the tranquility and natural beauty at her cottage in Moser River. She was a selfless and loving mother, a devoted wife, a faithful sister and a proud aunt. She was also a loyal friend, a fighter and an eternal teacher. Her grace and courage in the face of her illness have been an inspiration to her family and friends. She is survived by her beloved husband, Kevin, and her much loved daughter and son-in-law, Brenda (Hogan) and Tim Elson of Halifax. She is also survived by her sisters, Amy Zurawski, Bess (Frank) Horan, Adele Stroud, Martha Smith, Shirley Lewis and Virginia MacNeil and her brothers, Rev. Albert Maroun and Joseph (Molly) Maroun. She also leaves her sisters-in-law, Sharon (Allan) Marble, Linda (Jim) Greene, and brother-in-law, Daniel Hogan. She was predeceased by her sister, Mae Greene and brother, Norman Maroun, who died in infancy. A special thanks to the staff of 8a/b and 5b of the VG Hospital, in particular Drs. Hadzimurtezic, Sparavalo and Shivacumar. The family is requesting that memorial donations be made to the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society of Canada at www.teamintraining.ca in the name of Vicki-Ann Hugli who will be running in Lillian's honour in San Francisco on Oct. 16, 2011. A memorial mass to celebrate Lillian's life will be held at St Peter's Church at 10 Maple St., Dartmouth at 10 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 26, 2011. ****************************************** Ron McIntyre Born In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 09/08/2011 Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011. Ron will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 48 years Esther (McNeil); also his daughters, Michelle Clampett and Christine; two sons, Ron and James. Ron will be greatly missed by his brothers, Brendan (wife Rose) and youngest brother, Dale; and grandchildren, Christopher, Robert, Sarah, Emily (baby Shane), Justin, Jessica, Steven and Brett. Predeceased by parents, Ronald 'Rannie' and Christine (McBride) McIntyre and in-laws, Catherine and Charlie McNeil, brothers, James, Joey and sister, Teresa. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. A celebration of life funeral mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Afterwards, all are invited to a reception in the parish hall. Donations are suggested to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Email condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ********************************************* Julian LeBlanc - March 11, 1930 - August 9, 2011 - Peacefully at St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto. Survived by children, Cathie (Christophe), Stephen, Paul and John. Cherished brother of Mary, Urban, John (Frances) and Florian (Rose. Son of the late Charles and Catherine (Donovan) LeBlanc. Predeceased by siblings, Charles, Joan, Theresa and Catherine. At his request, a private cremation was held. If desired, donations in Julian's name may be made to the palliativve care unit at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto. ****************************************************************************************************** Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org