Cape Breton Deaths February 28, 2011 Monday There are 3 obituaries published for today. Alfred 'Alfie' Kubik Marie Ellen Jessome Hattie Maureen MacDonald ******************************************************************************************************* Alfred 'Alfie' Kubik Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 26/02/2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, Alfie, on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Anthony and Frances (Kacor) Kubik. Alfie is survived by his wife, Anna (O'Neill); children, Dino, Fredericton, Roberta, Sooke, B.C., and Andy (Danielle), Halifax. Also surviving are sisters, Wanda Coady, Sydney, and Roberta (Burke) Howorth, Sarnia, Ont. He was predeceased by brother, Gus and sister, Anita (Hawley). In his early years, Alfie's natural athleticism led him to play many sports. He is best remembered for his rugby days which began at St. Anne's High and the storied Senior Caledonia Club, and culminated when he was a star fullback at St. FX. His rugby skill was recognized by a well respected, long-time coach who described Alfie as, "one of the most talented players I have ever seen." Later, as a high school teacher, driver's education instructor and commanding officer of the Glace Bay Sea Cadet Squadron, Alfie shared his knowledge and sense of humor to educate and entertain his students. A highlight for Alfie was the many summers he spent at the family's Northside East Bay bungalow. Here his wit, music, and love of entertaining played a vital role in welcoming all, both on and off the water. 'Dziadziu' especially enjoyed visits from his 10 grandchildren, Erika, Andrew, Thomas, Joseph, Madeleine, Issac, Jacob, Abraham, Faith and Hope, as well as, his nieces, nephews and many friends. There will be no visitation. A mass celebrating Alfie's life will be held at Saint Anne's Church on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 10 a.m. Prior to the mass, family will receive friends starting at 9:30 a.m. in the foyer of the church. A reception will follow the service. Donations in Alfie's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay. ********************************* Marie Ellen Jessome Born in: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 25/02/2010 Marie Ellen Jessome (MacKinnon), 91, completed her life journey peacefully on Feb. 25, 2011, surrounded by the reflection of love from her family and caring staff at the Ocean View Manor where she was a resident for the past eight years. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Theresa (MacNeil) MacKinnon. During her residency in Sydney Mines she was a member of Immaculate Conception parish. Marie is survived by her loving children, Teresa (Tom), Toronto, Ont., Bernard (Patricia), New Market, Ont., Josephine, Orillia, Ont., Linda (Leonard), Lake Echo, N.S., Millie, Dartmouth, Mona (Mike), Dartmouth, Mary (Lorne), Calgary, Gerard (Kim), Barrie, Ont. She sadly leaves behind her loving grandchildren, Donald, Donna, Sheryle, Blaise, Bucky, April, Diana, Rhonda, David, Darryl, Gayle, Heather, Deryk, Tanya, Lisa, Kristin, Sarah, Michael, and Luke; 21 great-grandchildren are also saddened by their loss. Marie is also survived by one sister, Mary Ann, Toronto, Ont. Besides her parents, Marie was predeceased by her loving husband, John Joseph and her son, John Joseph (Coke), siblings, Sadie, Angus, William (Dody) Dan James and Patrick. Special thanks to the staff at Ocean View Manor, Eastern Passage, for the loving care that was given to our mother. Visitation for Marie Ellen Jessome will be held today (Monday, Feb. 28) from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. The funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church with Fr. Thomas John officiating, with a reception to follow in the centennial room. Donations in Marie's memory can be made to Ocean View Manor Foundation, P.O. Box 130, Eastern Passage, N.S., B3G 1M4. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Will dream of you dear Mother and see your smiling face And know that you are happy in your father's chosen place ********************************* Hattie Maureen MacDonald Born in: Half Island Cove, Guysborough County, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Westmount, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 27/02/2010 Hattie Maureen MacDonald, 74, of Westmount, passed away Sunday, Feb. 27, 2011, at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Half Island Cove, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Emily (Hendsbee) Hendsbee. She is survived by her husband, John N.; three daughters, Helen (Jerry Charlong), Westmount, Sandra, at home (fiance, Norman MacDonald), East Bay, Donna (Blair MacLeod), Howie Centre; grandchildren, Maureen Charlong, Westmount, Ian Charlong (Sandra), New Brunswick, Tyler MacLeod, Cassie MacLeod, Howie Centre. She is also survived by brother, Silas Hendsbee (Jeanette), Ontario; sisters, Flossie Rhynold (Pat), Guysborough County, Helen Cameron (Hector), New Glasgow; sisters-in-law, Marie Ireland (George), Ontario, Peggy Diggdon, Arichat; and several nieces and nephews. Hattie was predeceased by two brothers, Horace and Winston, seven sisters, Effie Creamer, Hilda Rhynold, Mildred Doyle, Shirley Fougere, Mary Greencorn, Rettie Newman, Muriel in infancy. She was also predeceased by two brothers-in-law, Stanley Diggdon, Dan MacDonald, sisters-in-law, Jessie MacDonald and Barbara MacDonald. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, March 1 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Westmount United Church on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Black River Cemetery, Richmond County, at a later date. Donations may be made to Cape Breton Cancer Centre, Palliative Care or a charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydmemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org