Cape Breton Deaths November 01, 2010 Monday There are 10 obituaries published for today. Mary 'Genevieve' MacNeil Wiliam Irving Blunden Dianne Marie (Detienne) Campbell Hilda (Pafford) Gabriel-Lake Eric Charles Jones Mary Anne MacInnis Mary Sarah MacDonald Anthony 'Tony' Orychock Agnes (MacDonald) MacGillivary, RN Daniel Douglas MacLeod ******************************************************************************************************* Mary 'Genevieve' MacNeil Passed away in: Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 28/10/2010 Genevieve MacNeil, age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010, at Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck. Genevieve was the foster daughter of the late John Alex and Elizabeth MacNeil of Ottawa Brook, N.S. She was employed for many years at Imperial Optical Co. in Toronto and on retirement she returned to Sydney, N.S. The past year and a half she resided at Alderwood Rest Home where she received excellent care. Genevieve was a faithful parishioner of St. Anthony Daniel parish in Sydney. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a foster brother Leo Bonaparte. She will be missed be nieces, nephews and cousins. In honouring Genevieve's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. Funeral will be held at St. Columba Parish Church, Iona, N.S. on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010 at 11 a.m. with Fr. Sandy MacNeil and Fr. Paul Abbass officiating. Burial at the parish cemetery. Donations to Genevieve's memory may be made to St. Columba Parish Cemetery or a charity of choice. ************************************** Wiliam Irving Blunden Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 It is with broken hearts that we, the family of William Blunden announce his sudden passing Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital at the age of 82. Born in Glace Bay, William was the youngest of four sons born to William and Lucy Blunden (nee Butts). William was the last surviving member of his immediate family. William was predeceased by his wife, Lillian (MacKay) Blunden in 1999. In his younger years, William worked with the bank and then began his career in the car selling business where he excelled immensely until his retirement in 1999. William is survived by his son, Greg (Tania), Bangor, Maine; and by his daughter, Kelly (Brad Smith), with whom he resided. He is also survived by grandchildren, Gregory, Michael, Ryan and Connor Binder and William and Katie Blunden. He is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews including his niece, Pammie who was like a daughter to him; and by his brother-in-law, Robert MacKay. Besides his parents and his wife, William was also predeceased by brothers, Gilbert, Robert and Kelso, their wives and by sister-in-law, Muriel MacKay. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Patten Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at Patten Funeral Home on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 12-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. ************************************** Dianne Marie (Detienne) Campbell Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 15/03/1946 Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 It is with heavy hearts we the family announce the passing of Dianne Marie Campbell, on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital she was surrounded by her family and fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. Dianne was born in New Waterford on March 15, 1946; she was the daughter of the late Damien and Elise (Wilcox) Detienne. She was a member of Calvin United Church. Dianne was a loving, loyal and devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend, always putting others before herself. She was an accomplished seamstress, a great cook and enjoyed playing darts. Dianne is survived by three sons, Bobby (Marlene), Billy (Karen) and Sheldon (Debbie); daughter, Denise; grandchildren, Alisha, Callie, Caitlyn, Brendan, Alex, Savannah; brothers, Jackie (Karen), Leo, Jimmy (Kay) Willie (Kim), sisters, Deloris (Lenny), Darlene (Charles); many nieces and nephews; special friends, Catherine McMullin, Murgie Campbell, father of her three sons, and Janet Hanrahan. She has a special place in her heart for animals especially her three cats. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her brother, Damien and her companion, Blair MacIsaac. Our heartfelt thanks to all her doctors, the VON and second floor staff of the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital for their wonderful support and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian cancer society or the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. In honour of Dianne's wishes there will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place under the care and direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford. Funeral service will take place Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 11 a.m. at Calvin United Church, New Waterford, with the Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery Scotchtown, and a reception will be held immediately following at the Army, Navy, and Air force Unit 217, Wilson Avenue, New Waterford, all are welcome. To express your condolences directly to the family please go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ************************************** Hilda (Pafford) Gabriel-Lake Born in: North Harbour, Placentia Bay, Newfoundland, Canada Born on: 11/07/1919 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 31/10/2010 Hilda Mary (Pafford) Gabriel-Lake, 91, Sydney, passed away peacefully Oct. 31, 2010, at the Cove Guest Home from end stage Alzheimer's disease. Hilda was born July 11, 1919, in North Harbour, Placentia Bay, N.L. Her parents were Josiah and Eliza (Reid) Pafford. One of 12 children, she is survived by her youngest brother, Harold Pafford of Corner Brook. When her mother remarried after her father's death due to illness Hilda became part of a combined family of 20 children. Hilda completed her education in St. John's and moved to Corner Brook where she met and married her first husband Harold Gabriel in 1938. They raised their family of six children in Sydney. Hilda had fond memories of her time working at Colby Market and the Salvation Army and after she was widowed in 1964 realized a childhood dream of operating a grocery store as owner of Hillside Dairy on George Street in Sydney. At 53, she started a career as owner of a hotel/ boarding house on Brazil Square in St. John's. She worked tirelessly there to provide a home atmosphere for her guests, often entire families from coastal communities visiting relatives in hospital. While in St. John's, Hilda met and married her second husband, Bill Lake. They shared a happy marriage in Sydney and Newfoundland until his death in 2005. Hilda regularly attended Christ Church in Sydney where she volunteered in the Altar Guild. An avid reader, she valued learning and encouraged all her children to educate themselves. All those who have known Hilda will remember her as a loving person whose life was centered on her home, family and friends. Hilda is survived by her children, Reg (Helen), British Columbia, Bill (Joan, deceased), Ontario, Harold (Pat) Bridgewater, Linda (Ib Lauritsen), Ontario, David (Sandra), Sydney, and Gordon (Bev), Sydney; grandchildren, Linda Marie, Reggie, James, Harold, Matthew, Erica, Charlie, Donna, Kim, Christine, Geoffrey, Ruth, Emily, Carrie Ellen, Michael, Adam; step grandchildren, Tosha, Anne, Nancy, Jason, Tracy and great-grandchildren, David, Emma, Lily, Theo, Nicholas, Hilary, Matthew, Ciara, Ella, Lucas, Jamie, Jacob, Lindsay, Dorian, Keagan and Lakelin. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Walter. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will take place Wednesday, 10 a.m. at the Church of Christ the King, with Rev. Glen Kent officiating. Reception will follow at the church hall. Interment will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Cove Guest Home, the Salvation Army Parkdale House or the Church of Christ the King or charity of choice. Hilda's family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff of the Cove Guest Home and especially the Creative Care unit for their highly professional and loving care over the last four years. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************** Eric Charles Jones Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Tower Road, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 Eric Jones, 58, of Tower Road, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at home. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Roderick and Florence (McKinnon) Jones. He is survived by sisters, Helen (Bill) Stone, Halifax, Stella Hanshaw (Keith), Dartmouth, Cindy (David) Kinsman, Dartmouth, Alice Morrison (Tommy), Tower Road; brothers, Leonard (Mary), Lingan, Stanley, Tower Road, Alex (Ann), Tower Road. Eric was predeceased by two brothers, Tom and Clarence. Graveside service will be held Friday, 2 p.m. at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. *************************************** Mary Anne MacInnis Born in: Beaver Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: East Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 Mary Anne MacInnis, 89, of East Bay, passed away peacefully, Oct. 30, 2010, at home. Born in Beaver Cove, she was a member of St. Mary's parish, East Bay, and a former member of the parish CWL. Mary was an active member of the dart league at the East Bay Fire Hall. She is survived by daughters, Eunice (late Dennis) O'Flaherty, P.E.I., Margaret (Tom), Trowsdale, Moncton, N.B., Anne (late Bernie) MacLeod, Sydney; sons, Joseph (Lynda), Howie Centre, John Daniel (Karen), Montreal, Michael, at home; brother, Gordon, Boularderie; 11 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Neil, infant son, Michael, brother, Raymond, brother-in-law, Joseph. Visitation will be held in St. Mary's Church one hour prior to the funeral mass which will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3 in St. Mary's Church, East Bay, Rev. Francis Abbass officiating. Interment to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at TWCurry.com. *************************************** Mary Sarah MacDonald Born in: Scotch Lake, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Long Island, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 It is with great sadness the family announce the peaceful passing of Mary Sarah MacDonald, a resident of Long Island, on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at her home under the care of her loving family. Born in Scotch Lake, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Ann (MacInnis) MacDonald. Mary was a member of St. Andrews Church, Boisdale. Mary loved to travel, spending time in Montreal working. She returned home to become a hairdresser. She worked at O'Connors Beauty Salon in Sydney Mines, while living in Scotch Lake with her brother Allan and his family. Upon retirement, Mary moved to Long Island to live with her sisters. Mary is survived by her sisters, Theresa MacDonald, with whom she resided, Margaret Walsh, Scotch Lake, Joan Jessome, Ontario; and sister-in-law, Theresa Mac Donald, Halifax. She was a loyal and trusted aunt to her 40 nieces and nephews and their families. Besides her parents, Mary was predeceased by her sister, Anne Young, her brothers, Joe, John and his wife Babe, Angus and his wife Marie, Malcolm, Allan and his wife Irene, three brothers in infancy and her brothers-in-law, Matt Walsh and James Young. At this time the family would like to acknowledge and thank Palliative Care and the VON, who became like family members to us. We can never express our gratitude for your help and understanding through a very difficult time. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1 at W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Palliative Care. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ************************************************** Anthony 'Tony' Orychock Born in: Whitney Pier, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: South Bar, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 It is with great sadness that we, the family of Tony Orychock announce his passing on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, in the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Whitney Pier, he was the youngest son of the late Anthony and Anastasia (Hopluk) Orychock. Tony was a veteran of the Second World War serving with the Brockville Rifles, and upon returning he married his wife of 64 years, Catherine (McNeil) Orychock. Tony worked as an electrician at Sydney Steel and retired from the electrical department as a supervisor in 1984. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family whether it was regular Sunday dinners 'down the Bar' or on the dance floor at family functions from weddings to Old New Years. Tony loved having gatherings at the house with music being played surrounded by family and friends. Tony is survived by his wife, Catherine; and their five sons, Tony (Dale), Donald (Susan), Paul (Rita), Lorne (Jennifer), Michael (Amber) and daughter-in-law, Glenda Orychock, all of Sydney. He was "Jodge" to 11 grandchildren, Scott (Jennifer), Lisa (Jamie), Craig (Susanne), Tonya (Chris), Catherine, Paul, Andrew, Kassia, Alexander, Michael, Matthew and step grandchildren, Blaire and Bradley. Tony is also survived by seven great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kailey, Allie, Lucas, Kyle, Eric, Hanna and step great-grandchildren, Ewan and Carter. They all brought him great joy in his later years. Tony is also survived by his sisters, Annie Hewak, Charlotte (Clarence) Landry; his sister-in-law, Mary Orychock, as well as a large extended Orychock and McNeil families. Besides his parents, Tony was predeceased by his sisters, Nellie Litowski, Agnes Ojoleck, his brother, Stanley Orychock, and a grandson in infancy. There will be no visitation for the late Tony Orychock. Funeral mass to celebrate Tony's life will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony's memory may be made to either the Hospice, Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton or Holy Redeemer Building Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com ***************************************************** Agnes (MacDonald) MacGillivary, RN Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Reserve Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 30/10/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful wife, mother grandmother, sister and friend. Agnes MacGillivray of Sydney Road, Reserve Mines, passed away Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in New Waterford, Agnes was the daughter of the late Rannie J. and Mary (MacKinnon) MacDonald. She was a member of St. Joseph's parish, the Altar Society, CWL and Twilight Club. Agnes was a graduate of St. Martha's Hospital School of Nursing, Antigonish. Family was always the central focus of mother's life. She always opened her heart and home to all and enjoyed baking and cooking for family, especially her grandchildren. Agnes is survived by her loving and devoted children, John (Evelyn), Calgary, Ottawa, Colleen McNamara, Reserve Mines, Ronald (Tania), Ottawa, Elmer (Rae), Erin, Ontario; and her precious grandchildren, Catherine, Julia and Johnny, Calgary, Brittany McNamara, Reserve Mines, Bridget and Cailtin, Erin, Ont., Bruce, Kieran and Fiona, Ottawa. Also surviving is one brother, Allan, Bellville, Ont. Besides her parents, Agnes was predeceased by her loving husband, John (1976) brothers, Ronald, Bernard and Fr. John Hugh and sisters, Winnie Williams, Ottawa, Josephine Roy, London, Martina Dinaut, North Sydney. In honoring Agnes' wishes, there will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1, 2010, at St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines, with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Donations in Agnes' memory may be made to St. Joseph's Cemetery or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences to the MacGillivray family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ********************************************** Daniel Douglas MacLeod Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 26/09/2010 It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Doug MacLeod on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, at the Cove Guest Home. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late 'Tinker' Dan and Janet MacLeod. He was a pilot for the merchant marines during the Second World War. Doug is survived by his wife of 58 years, Norma (MacLeod) MacLeod; his four sons, Dougie Malcolm (Jacqueline), Andrew Ross (Roberta), Peter Laughlin and Daniel Bruce; his three granddaughters, Sophia, Bronte and Taylor. He is also survived by his two sisters, Betty MacIntosh and Mary Smith. Cremation has taken place. A committal service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday. Nov. 3 in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org