Cape Breton Deaths March 15, 2011 Tuesday There are 4 obituaries published for today. Sylvia Googoo Angus MacAdam Daniel L. Basker Miranda (Brown) Cummings ******************************************************************************************************* Sylvia Googoo Born In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 13/03/2011 Sylvia Googoo, 57, Wagmatcook First Nation, passed away March 13, 2011, surrounded by family and friends at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Baddeck, N.S., she was daughter of the late Peter and Helen (Pierro) Googoo. She was a member of the Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Parish - Queen of the World Church. Sylvia loved her native tradition, teaching and learning from it. She was involved with teaching her knowledge of her Mi'kmaq heritage and Mi'kmaq craft to the children of Wagmatcook School. Sylvia also enjoyed doing quilting, beadwork and sewing. She travelled near and far on the "powwow trail" which she enjoyed with delight, She is survived by her two daughters, Vallie Jo (Donald Frank) MacAulay and Andra Lee (Roy Preston) Bernard; five brothers, Charles Googoo, Wilfred Joseph (Doris) Googoo, Vincent Googoo, Peter Daniel (Karen) Googoo and Richard Patrick Googoo; four sisters, Eunice (Bernie) Peck, Florence Marion Googoo (Wayne MacDougall), Frances Geraldine Googoo and Mary Christine Googoo; four grandchildren, Carter Garrison Bernard, Maggie Ellis Bernard, Donald Connor MacAulay and Chelsey Rose MacAulay and numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Peter Patrick and Helen Googoo; two siblings, who were stillborn; nephew Dwayne Daniel Peck and love of her life, Peter Frank Bernard. The body is resting in the basement the Queen of the World Church, Wagmatcook, N.S. with visitation starting 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2011. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 17, 2011 at the Queen of the World Church with Fr. Robert MacNeil officiating. Burial will be at the Queen of the World Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck, N.S. ********************************* Angus MacAdam Born In: Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 09/04/1920 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Angus Stephen MacAdam. Born in MacAdam's Lake, C.B. April 9, 1920, son of the late Duncan MacAdam and Margaret Jane (Gillis) MacAdam. Dad began his career as one of the first Co-op Insurance agents in St. Peter's, and then opened Angus MacAdam Insurance Agency as an Independent Insurance Broker in Richmond County. He was very active in the community of St. Peter's, held several positions in the Lion's Club, was a member of the school board, president of the board of directors of St. Peter's Co-op Store. He was an active member of the Roman Catholic Church. In 1988 he and mom moved to Fall River and became active in the St. Rose of Lima parish. His main concern was taking care of his family. He was a very dedicated husband, son, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and uncle. He was a "gentle" man who enjoyed fishing, camping with his family, taking the children for walks, picnics, family gatherings, dancing, and Irish and Scottish music. He shared a special bond with the late Cora and Tom Nolan of Glace Bay who brought David up as their own son due to an extended illness. His nieces and nephews were a large part of his life as well. Our house was always filled with friends and family. Dad's life revolved around showing the grandchildren the right way to climb a tree or a ladder, to build things, to fish, enjoy nature and sports. Dad loved children and even in his late 80s would get down on the floor to play with his great-grandchildren. Dad was always there for us, moving us from one city to another, from one province to another; he enjoyed taking drives to Moncton and Halifax to visit with his children, their spouses and families. He was ready with his tools to make any repairs or maintenance on our vehicles or homes. Our biggest concern was keeping dad from hurting himself from falling off ladders or the roof. He enjoyed gardening, cutting down trees, cleaning the yard, fixing his home and vehicle and collecting anything that could be reused. He taught us all the values of life, through his example and faith in God. Also, that you need a good sense of humour, and be able to laugh at yourself rather than someone else. He was a very loving father and taught us a lot of life lessons that we all live by today. He was our best friend, our protector and teacher. He is survived by his wife of five years, Florence (McNutt); son, David (Cindi), Lower Sackville; daughters, Ronita (Colleen), Dartmouth, Heather Noel (Donat), Leah (Victor) LeBlanc and Maria (Phil) Tomlinson, all of Moncton; grandchildren, Chris, Robbie, Chad, Charlie, Tom, Matthew, Melanie, Kevin, Andrew, Stephen and Keith; great-grandchildren, Ryan, Abigail, Ava, Trent, Arianna and Cohen; sisters-in-law, Mary MacAdam, Lillian, Grace, Frances, Hazel and brother-in-law, Alden and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Demetrice 'Sis' (Nolan) MacAdam; sisters, Mary Agnes MacAdam and Isabel MacPherson; brothers, Ronald James, Jimmy, Johnny, Archie, Danny and two siblings at birth. We want to thank all of the staff at Melville Lodge in Herring Cove who showed such great compassion and love for dad during his stay at the Lodge. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Parkinson's Disease Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Visitation will be held Wednesdsay, March 16, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Home in Lower Sackville. Funeral at St. Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church in Fall River at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 17. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Reception to follow in the funeral home after the burial. ********************************* Daniel L. Basker Born In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 13/03/2011 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother, uncle and friend, Daniel Basker, on Sunday, March 13, 2011, at the Veteran's Unit of Harbour View Hospital, Sydney Mines. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Alexander and Veronica (Gouthro) Basker. Danny was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the Canadian Army. He was a member of Branch #19, Royal Canadian Legion for over 50 years, and a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. He was employed as a stevedore with CN Marine in North Sydney until his retirement. Danny had a passion for visiting places he had never seen. He travelled extensively through all of Canada and the United States, including Hawaii; as well as Europe, Australia and Singapore. He enjoyed spending summer days with old friends on Commercial Street in North Sydney, and Tim Hortons. He is survived by his brother Leo, of Yarmouth; his nephew, Pat (Betty) Basker, North Sydney; many other nieces and nephews; as well as his life long friend Duke Strickland. Danny was predeceased by his brothers, Bill, John, Alex, Tom and Freddy in infancy. There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service will be held Friday, 10 a.m., at the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial at a later date in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. ********************************* Miranda (Brown) Cummings Born In: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Born On: 03/11/1938 Passed Away In: New Maryland, New Brunswick, Canada Passed Away On: 14/03/2011 Following a courageous battle with cancer, Miranda Jane (Brown) Cummings, New Maryland, N.B., passed away peacefully at the Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton on March 14, 2011. Born Nov. 3, 1938 in Fredericton, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Margaret (Phillips) Brown of Fredericton. Jane graduated from Fredericton High School, then attended U.N.B and Mount Allison University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Arts. She worked as an occupational therapist at the N.S. Sanatorium in Kentville, N.S., and the Montreal Children's Hospital. She is survived by her husband, Alex Cummings; children, Cathy (Gary) Baker, New Maryland, N.B.; Brian Cummings, Brockville, Ont.; Heather (Michael) DeLorey, Everett, Mass.; grandchildren, Lauren, Matthew and Julianne Baker, Connor Cummings, and Kenny and Brian DeLorey. One sister Susan (John) McCracken, Fredericton and many cousins across Canada and the United States. She loved the outdoors and took pleasure in gardening. Her real passion however was her search into family history. She was fortunate to have had a family who kept old photos and letters which proved to be a treasure trove of information. She was able to trace her family roots back many generations and she spent many pleasant hours making her Family Tree. We wish to thank our relatives and friends for their prayers, letters and flowers. Also a special thank you to the Extra Mural nurses, the staff of the Oncology and Palliative Care units at the Chalmers Hospital, for their care and support. A memorial service will be held at the J.A. McAdam Memorial Chapel, 160 York St., Fredericton on Saturday March 19, 2011 at 2 p.m. Burial will take place at a later date in Cape Breton. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice. ************************************ ********************************** ********************************** ************************************ ************************************* ************************************* ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org