Cape Breton Deaths October 09, 2010 Saturday There are 9 obituaries published for today. Marion Gerrow Anne Rennie Winnifred 'Winnie' (MacPherson) Rose Lantz Cooke Winona D'Aubin Sister Aileen Gilis Marlene Andrews Rita Penny Maxine Conrad (Coady) ******************************************************************************************************* Marion Gerrow - 71 yrs, Sydney Mines - The late marion Gerrow was predeceased by her husband, Richard "Dickie" Gerrow. ************************************** Anne Rennie Born in: Mabou, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 02/10/2010 Anne Isobel (Cameron) Rennie, 81, of Bedford passed away peacefully at Dykeland Lodge, Windsor on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010. Born in Mabou, Cape Breton, Anne was the eldest daughter of Duncan Angus Cameron and Martha Hicks Cameron (Adams). Besides her parents, Anne was predeceased by two infant brothers, Norman and Ronald, and in recent years her brothers, John, Sydney and Bill (Rita), Arlington, Mass. Anne was also predeceased by her former husbands, Elgin Asselstine, Willowdale, Ont., Bill Spinelli, Bellville, Ont. and James Rennie, Wildwood, Florida. Anne is survived by her sister, 'Minnie' Mary Campbell (Chas) of Sydney and lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Anne left Cape Breton in her early adulthood to pursue a career in the field of municipal administration, working primarily in the Toronto area. Following her retirement Anne resided in both Nova Scotia and Florida eventually settling in Bedford, N.S. Anne enjoyed her career, membership and participation in her church, many hobby interests, and her frequent opportunities to travel. But more than any of these activities Anne found pleasure in the special moments she was able to spend with her family members, old and young alike. Anne seldom missed an opportunity to provide one with an update on the wonderful or otherwise accomplishments of her beloved grand-nieces and nephews, even if a minor exaggeration or embellishment was required. Anne's passing will leave a hole in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. However, we are comforted by knowing Anne is finally at rest. Anne's family would like to extend sincere thanks to those who cared for Anne in her final years, most notably caregiver and friend, Joanna from the great island and the caring staff of the Dykeland Lodge. A funeral mass and celebration of Anne's life will be held at a later date in Sydney, N.S. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to any branch of the St. Vincent DePaul Society or a local CWL. ******************************************* Winnifred 'Winnie' (MacPherson) Rose Born on: 16/01/1920 Passed away in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 with loved ones by her side. She was born Jan. 16, 1920 to the late James and Alice (DeYoung) MacPherson. Mom was a kind and caring woman who dedicated her life to raising her family. Mom will be sadly missed by her three children, Wesley (Deanie), Ontario, Wayne (Linda), Alberta and Heather (Bill) MacNeil, Ontario. She was also blessed with seven grandchildren, whom she loved very dearly, Christopher and Tyler Rose, Wesley Jared, Alexandria and Jeremy Rose, Melissa and Kristen MacNeil. Mom is also survived by sister-in-law, Mrs. Lucy Gorman, New Waterford; as well as many nephews and nieces. Mom was the last surviving member of her family. Mom was preceded by her husband, Wesley, in 2004; brothers, Alex, Angus and Jimmy; sister and best friend, Esther and grandson, Wesley Maxwell Rose in infancy. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2010, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford (862-7500). Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. in Calvin United Church with the Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Interment will follow in Union Grove Cemetery. Friends are cordially invited to join the family for a reception following the service at Calvin Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in mom's memory to Calvin United Church or The Alzheimer Society. To express your sympathy directly to the family, please go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Good Samaritan Society Clear Water Centre in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta for their excellent care of our mom. *************************************** Lantz Cooke Born in: Pubnico, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 24/10/1928 Passed away in: Dingwall, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Lantz passed away peacefully in Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Oct. 7, 2010. Born Oct. 24, 1928 in Pubnico, he was a son of the late Harry and Helen (Hines) Cooke. He is survived by best friend and soul mate, Barbara Anderson, Dingwall; daughter, Sandra Cooke, Flordia; stepdaughter, Karen (Leo) Phillippo, Sydney; stepsons, David (Murdena) Podanovitch, Cape North; Brent (Andrea) Anderson, Cape North; sisters, Alice (Leo) Barron, Ontario; sister-in-law, Claire Cooke, Sydney; brother, Gilbert (Claire), North Sydney; three granddaughters; two grandsons and three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by wife, Anna (MacDonald) Cooke; stepson, Bobby Padanovitch; sisters, Jean Cooke, Beverly Carry; brother, Leonard. Lantz was a hardworking, kind, loving man who liked to help others. He was a man of many trades and his last love was his company Lantz Cooke Trucking. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff and doctors at Buchanan Memorial Hospital for all the loving care they provided to Lantz. Visitation will be held 4-6 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9 with funeral service 2:30 p.m. Sunday, both in Aspy Bay United Church, Rev. Margie Wood will officiate. Interment in the Little Cemetery, Aspy Bay. In lieu of flowers donations, in Lantz's memory may be made to the palliative care unit at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. ************************************** Winona D'Aubin Born on: 05/05/1920 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Winona D'Aubin, widow of Donald, died on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, at the An Cala Unit (CBRH). Winona is survived by her daughter, April, Winnipeg. Winona's Sydney-based relatives included, the Richardson family (Lynn, Christy, Mark (Jen)) and the Williams family (John, Terry, Kyle). Winona was predeceased by her parents, Leslie and Alma (Brown) Copping and daughter, Margaret. Winona was a life long member of the Anglican community. She attended St. George's Church and the Church of Christ the King. Throughout her life, Winona contributed to her community by doing volunteer work with her church and the cancer society. Winona treasured social time with family, friends and neighbors. She enjoyed cooking and baking. Nothing pleased her more than preparing food to share with family and friends and for church functions. Following her diagnosis with cancer, the CBRH Palliative Care Program became very important to Winona. The services provided by the program enabled her to live with dignity until her death. Those seeking to commemorate Winona's life may wish to consider a charitable donation to the CBRH An Cala Unit or the Church of Christ the King. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 12 at the Church of Christ the King, with a reception to follow. Honouring Winona's wishes, there will be no visitation. Flowers respectfully declined. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************ Sister Aileen Gilis Passed away in: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 07/10/2010 Sister Aileen Gillis, 81, formerly Sister John Francis, a Sister of St. Martha of Antigonish, died at Bethany, the Motherhouse on Oct. 7, 2010 in the 56th year of her religious life. Born in Sydney, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late John Alexander and Margaret Geraldine (Bates) Gillis. Sister Aileen entered the Sisters of St. Martha on Aug.15, 1951, pronounced her first vows on Aug. 15, 1953 and made her perpetual commitment on Aug.15, 1956. She served in various health care institutions of the congregation, having received her nurses training at St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Hotel Dieu, Campbellton, New Brunswick, obtaining her R.N. in 1954. In 1959 Sister completed studies at the University of Toronto's University School of Nursing, with field work in paediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children and at St. Joseph's Hospital. In 1965, Sister Aileen did further studies in paediatrics at Children's Hospital, Washington, D.C., and in 1973 received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University in Halifax. In 1976, Sister completed a two-year correspondence course in hospital organization and management with summer schools at University College in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In Nova Scotia, Sister Aileen ministered at St. Martha's Hospital in Antigonish, St. Joseph's Hospital in Glace Bay, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital and in the extended care unit at Bethany, where she also served as director of nursing care. In Alberta, Sister served at St. Michael's Hospital in Lethbridge and in Mineral Springs Hospital in Banff. Sister was community leader of the sisters in various nursing institutions and other convents where she lived. Sister Aileen retired from nursing service in 1983, yet continued to minister in administrative services at St. Martha's Regional Hospital, at Bethany and St. Andrews Convent in Antigonish Co. until August 2010. Sister Aileen was the fifth oldest in a family of 12. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Mary and Sister Anne, CND, and by her brothers, Fr. Lawrence 'Larry', Gerald, John Hugh, Cyril and Chris. She is survived by sisters, Jane and Sarah (Sally), and her brothers, Joseph and Ronald. The remains will be resting at Bethany, beginning on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 at 1:15 p.m., where a Celebration of Vigil will be held on the same evening at 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 2 p.m. Bethany Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com. ************************************* Marlene Andrews Born in: Catalone, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Pt. Edward, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 Marlene Beatrice Christine Andrews, 74, of Rudderham Road, Pt. Edward, passed away Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Catalone, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Harriett (Campbell) MacMillan. Before retirement, Marlene was employed with Andrews Convenience Store. Surviving are her daughter, Glenda (David) Keys, Middle Sackville; sons, Scott (Pamela) and Michael, Pt. Edward; sister, Donna (Roger) Larade, Cheticamp; grandchildren, Aaron, Breton, Samantha, Blair and Glennie. Marlene was predeceased by her husband, Glenn 'Buddy'. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday 2 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Richardson officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made Nova Scotia Lung Association or the An Cala unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. **************************************** Rita Penny Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 Rita Bernice Penny, 85, of Melissa Crescent, formerly of Harold Street, passed away on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Kathleen Laphen. She had been formerly employed by Crowell's and Eaton's. She is survived by daughters, Vicki (Barry), Oxford; Susan (John), Sydney; Kathy (Wayne), Oromocto; son, Fred, Sydney, her sister, Kay MacNeil; 11 grandchildren, Nick, Brittani, Brian, Meghan, Chris, Jillian, Amanda, Blair, Mark, Leeanne, Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Emma, Kayden and Brett. Rita was predeceased by her husband, John 'Jack' Penny; brother, Fred Laphen and sister, Rosemary Ihasz. Visitation for the late Mrs. Penny will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church with Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to C. B. Palliative Care. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com. *************************************************** Maxine Conrad (Coady) Born in: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: River Ryan, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/10/2010 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our spouse, mother, sister, aunt, and very 'special lady' to all, Maxine Conrad, 64, on October 8, 2010 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Harold Francis and Mary Catherine 'Kay' (MacKenzie) Coady. She was a member of Mount Carmel Church, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. Max was a sales and claims agent with Co-Operators Insurance Company for over 28 years. She truly enjoyed spending time in her yard; planting and maintaining her flower gardens, mowing the lawn and in winter, keeping the driveway clear, no matter how much snow had fallen. Surviving are her husband of 41 years, Sam Conrad; son, Daryl; brothers Hal (Karen), David (Donna Lee), Amby (Carmel), Chris, all of Ontario, Joe (Jenny), Gerald (Debbie), both of New Waterford; sisters Judy Farrell, Carol (Peter) MacKinnon, Nancy (Tony) McKinnon, all of New Waterford, Doris (David) Rigby, Fort McMurray, Alta; many loving nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Max will be held Monday, Oct. 11, 2010 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Doug MacDonald officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Hospice/Palliative Care Society, An Cala Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org