Cape Breton Deaths September 22, 2010 Wednesday There are 9 obituaries published for today. Josephine A. Warren Elaine (Hull) MacDonald Margaret Joyce MacMullin Mary J. MacLean Mary B. MacDonald Allister William Mccaulay Frank Thoms Valma James MacDonald Henry 'Harry' Hunley ******************************************************************************************************* Josephine A. Warren Born in: Rose Blanche, Newfoundland, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 18/09/2010 Josephine A. Warren, 82, of Glace Bay passed away Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Raised in Rose Blanche, N.L., she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Minnie (Billard) Bird. Josephine will be sadly missed by her loving daughter, Kathleen (George) Slade, Glace Bay; her brother, Clayton; stepsister, Dora; stepbrother, Lewis; by her grandchildren, Daniel, Gerry, William, Nicole; and three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 49 years, Freeman, brother, Gilbert, sister, Dorce and stepbrothers, Cecil, Ray, Frank and Cyril. Visitation for Josephine Warren will be held Thursday, Sept. 23 at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay from 1-2 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Brother Richard Volkes officiating. Burial to follow at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com *********************************************** Elaine (Hull) MacDonald Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 19/09/2010 Elaine Marie (Hull) MacDonald, died on Sept.19, 2010, in the loving arms of her daughter Lori. Elaine was born in 1926 in Glace Bay, N.S. She grew up there, married, then moved with her husband Gordon, and her two children to Corner Brook, Nfld. After many years and three more children, she returned to Cape Breton where she eventually settled in her beloved Bras d'Or. Elaine had many talents, she was a great baker and cook, a beautiful seamstress and a talented gardener, which was one of her passions. She also gave freely of her time and talents to many worthy causes. She was a member of the Jubilee Rebekahs of Glace Bay and a very active member of the Georges River Garden Club. Elaine was a loving and cherished wife, mother and sister, a trustworthy friend, and a gentle and caring child of this world. She leaves to mourn her five children, Donna (Parker Glencross) of Bridgewater, N.S., Thorold (Kathleen Hackett) of Corner Brook, Nfld., Marsha (Tobias Jesso) of North Vancouver, B.C., Lori of Brampton, Ont., Nelson (Aileen McNabb) of Halifax, N.S.; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She also leaves three siblings, sister, Norma (Stanley Finney) of Bras d'Or, brother, Lawrence of Boston, Mass. and sister, Judith (David Hodder) of Bras d'Or. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon and two siblings, William Hull of Port Hawkesbury and Ruby MacPherson of Bras d'Or. The family would like to express our sincere gratitude to the caring staff of The Glades Lodge, Halifax. They were so genuine in their care and love for Elaine, as well as their understanding for her children's worries. Words can never express our gratitude to you all - thank you. Family flowers only, please. If you would like to make a donation to any children's charity, we are sure Elaine would be pleased. A service of memory for Elaine will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 in St. Andrew's Church, George's River Road, Bras d'Or. Reception to follow. "In this life we cannot do great things, we can only do small things with great love." Mother Teresa ************************************************* Margaret Joyce MacMullin Born in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 19/09/2010 It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of our beautiful mother, Marg MacMullin, on Sept. 19, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Pearl (Samuel) Cameron. Marg was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard. She worked at the B&W in New Waterford for several years. Marg was dearly loved by her family and so many caring and supportive friends, too countless to name, however acknowledged. Special mention to her friends from the boardwalk in Sydney, Geraldine and Frank, Jules, and all the others who had kind words, a story or a laugh to share. Anne Marie, her dear friend and 'accomplice' with whom she enjoyed a fun and wonderful sisterhood. Her long life friend and guardian, Winston and Rhona who are considered extended family. Marg was a devoted mother and wife and a loyal friend to all. She had a sparkling personality and her innocent, unassuming sense of humour was enjoyed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She had her own unique perspective which was honest and true. She cared deeply for her family and valued her friendships. She gave whole heartedly of herself and accepted the world as it was. She asked little of others and was grateful and appreciative of what she had. Her strong sense of community for her church will lead her home to be with her beloved husband. Now they can share eternity together. We are so thankful to have had them both. RIP. Surviving are her son, Glenn MacMullin, Toronto; daughters, Lynn (James) MacMullin-Cudmore, Calgary, Shauna MacMullin, Halifax; brothers, Andy, Mike 'Bat', Joe, Maynard; sisters, Theresa, Mary, Lorraine, Carm; sister-in-law, Lois and her husband Ed Pauk. Marg was predeceased by her husband, Wayne, brothers, Rob and Bernie. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Marg will take place Friday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Cremation will follow with burial in St. Michael's Cemetery, River Ryan, at a later date. A luncheon will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford, immediately following the funeral mass. Donations in her memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Your gentle face and pleasant smile With sadness we recall. You had a kindly word for each And died loved by all. You are not forgotten loved one Nor will you ever be. As long as life and memory last We will remember thee. **************************************** Mary J. MacLean Born in: Prince Edward Island, Canada Passed away in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 20/09/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the very peaceful passing of our mother on Monday, Sept. 20, 2010. Mary passed away at Harbourstone Enhanced Care with her son Ian at her side. Daughter of the late Maude Doucette and Colin Fraser, she was born in P.E.I., and later moved to Mulgrave. Mary was a 1947 graduate of the Halifax Infirmary. A very devoted and proud RN, she was one of the first nurses to bring public health care to the residents of Africville in Halifax. Always up for an adventure and loving to travel, she continued in the public health care field travelling to New Jersey, New York and Truro, before finally settling in North Sydney in 1958, where she worked for many years in the maternity ward. She retired from the Northside General Hospital, but not before assisting at the delivery of countless babies whom she delighted in meeting later in life. The most important thing in Mary's life was her family. She was predeceased by her husband, John and her brother, James. Mary is survived by her sons, Ian (Darlene MacDonald), Caribou Marsh Road, Raymond, North Sydney; and by her daughters, Ann Marie (Eddy Ingarfield), Truro, and Susan, Oshawa. Mary J. as she was affectionately known by the staff, is also survived by her extended family at Wentworth Court, and we know that you share in our loss. Before moving to Harbourstone, Mary was a long time resident of Peppett Street, where she lived with her son Raymond. She was a member of St. Joseph parish where she served as a greeter for many years. Following Mary's wishes, there will be no visitation and a private memorial service. Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the recreation department of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, 84 Kenwood Dr., Sydney, N.S., B1S 3V7. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. You are gone but you will always be in our hearts. ****************************************** Mary B. MacDonald Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 09/10/1917 Passed away in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 20/09/2010 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary B. MacDonald, 93, a longtime resident of Regent Street, North Sydney, passed away peacefully Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, in the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney, Oct. 9, 1916, she was the daughter of the late John William 'J.W.' of Guysborough Co., and Elizabeth (Devereaux) MacDonald, of Logy Bay, N.L. Mary B. was a member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, North Sydney, member of the CWL, past president of Seaview Golf Club, an avid curler at the former Sydney Mines Curling Club and and ardent crib player. She enjoyed tennis, golf, bridge, and most of all her extended family. Mary B. was employed with Smith's Wholesale. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family, and will be missed by her many nieces and nephews. Mary B. was predeceased by sisters, Isabel MacLean, Antigonish, Kathleen MacNeil, Frenchvale, Teresa Cadegan-MacLellan, North Sydney, infant sister, Peggy, brother, John Pat MacDonald, Sydney Mines. There will be no visitation by request. Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 23 from St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jim Attwood, officiating. Burial to take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ***************************************** Allister William Mccaulay Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 20/09/2010 Regretfully and with sadness we announce the passing of Allister Macaulay which occurred on Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at Taigh Na Mara Nursing Facility, Glace Bay. Born in Glace Bay in 1921, he was the eldest son of John Davis and Kate MacDonald Macaulay. Allister was instrumental along with his parents in building the business known as MacAulay's Hennery and took over as president when his parents retired to Florida. He then decided to pursue other interests and handed the presidency over to his brother, Jack and went on to become a successful automobile salesman, retiring in 1990 after 24 years of service. Allister was a veteran of the Second World War serving in England for five years. Allister is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, the former Hannah MacDougall; son, Terry; two brothers, Jack and Donald; and a sister, Helen. Besides his parents, Allister was predeceased by his brother, Fraser and two sisters, Margaret and Marion. Visitation for Allister MacAulay will be held Thursday, Sept. 23, 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24 at Knox United Church, Glace Bay, with Rev. John Findlayson officiating. Interment will be in St. Anne's Cemetery. A reception will follow in the church hall, all are welcome. Donations in Allister's memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences to the Macaulay family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca ******************************************* Frank Thoms Passed away in: Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 19/09/2010 We regret to announce the sudden passing of Frank Thoms, 61, in the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville, on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Alice Thoms of Glace Bay, and a niece, Jennifer Thoms. He was an avid gardener and a florist by trade. Frank is survived by his best friend, Rajeev Chowdhury and his children, Sujaya and Aman and Mrs. Rupa Chowdhury; brothers, Peter (Iris), Dartmouth, and Robert, Windsor, Ont.; sisters, Iris Pickett (Stan), St. John's, N.L., and Mary Alice LeForte (Gerard), Dartmouth; nieces, Lisa, Alison, Carla, Angela and Kristen; nephew, Robert. He will be missed by many other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and at Frank's request a private interment will be take place in Glace Bay. A reception will be held from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010, at 22 Acadia Dr., Kentville. The family will welcome friends from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, at V.J. MacGillivray Funeral Home, Reserve Street, Glace Bay. *************************************** Valma James MacDonald Born in: Poulamond, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 29/05/1922 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 20/09/2010 Valma J. MacDonald passed away peacefully on Sept. 20, 2010, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 29, 1922, in Poulamond, Richmond County, to the late Charles and Eva (LeBlanc) MacDonald. A mechanic by trade, he worked for Sampson Motors, J. Quirk Pontiac, and later with the Department of Transportation. Valma is survived by his children, Carol (the late John) Kaytar, Geraldine (Daniel) Ryan, Frederick, Valerie (Art) Serroul, Edward (Paula), George (Alexina), Lena Cameron (Arlen) and Gerald (Joyce); 18 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; and 12 great great-grandchildren. Valma is also survived by his brothers, Hubert, Leonard and Francis. Besides his parents, Valma was predeceased by his wife, Anne, brothers, Stephen and Vernon, sisters, Sophie Baxter, Hazel Burke, twin sister, Isobel Burke, and son-in-law, John Kaytar. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23 at S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 24 at S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home chapel, with Fr. Anges MacLeod officiating. A reception to follow. Interment to take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care or the local VON. Online condolences may be made to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Passed away in: Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 19/09/2010 *************************************** Henry 'Harry' Hunley Born in: Bras d'Or, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 20/09/2010 Henry (Harry) Hunley, passed away at the Northside General Hospital, Sept. 20, 2010, after a brief illness. Born in Bras d'Or, he was the son of the late Alexander and Lillian Hunley. Henry was a veteran of the Second World War serving with the Provost Corps. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, and the Fr.William Kiely Council of the Knights of Columbus, North Sydney. He is survived by daughters, Lillian (John) Lang, Victoria, B.C., Marilyn (Ron) Armstrong, Ottawa, Ont.; son, Lloyd, Red Deer, Alta.; six grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by sisters, Elizabeth Boutilier, Brampton, Ont., Mildred Hunley, Bras d'Or, Rosella (Conrad) MacDonald, Sydney Mines; and sister-in-law, Laura Hunley, Thunder Bay, Ont. He was predeceased by his wife Anne (MacLellan), four children in infancy, brothers, Lloyd and Cecil and brother-in-law, Dean Boutilier. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, on Friday, Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bras d'Or. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org