Cape Breton Deaths April 23, 2011 Saturday There are 13 obituaries published for today. Barbara MacGregor Morley Crann Kevin Peach John Stamper Irene Roland Tyler 'Happs' Cooke Mary 'Petch' MacMaster George 'Pee Wee' Walker Bernadine (Burke) Perry Helen Fennell Mary (MacLellan) MacNeil Joseph 'Joe' MacLellan Erma (Pledge) Ball ******************************************************************************************************* Barbara MacGregor Born In: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 11/05/1942 Passed Away In: Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 20/04/2011 The family regrets to announce the passing of Barbara Joan (Lovett) MacGregor, after a lengthy illness, on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at the Colchester Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born May 11, 1942, in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Ethel (Burt) Lovett. (Leitches Creek). Barbara was an adherent of the United Church of Canada. She attended the Children's Hospital School of Nursing, Halifax, and worked throughout the Maritimes, most recently at Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, NS. Barbara is survived by Scott MacGregor; sons, Bruce (Sandra), Truro; Paul (Lori) and children, Elisha, Sarah, Emily, Anna, Fergus, Ontario; daughter, Heather Parrell (Stacey) and children, Catherine and Christopher, Deep River, Ontario; son-in-law, Glenn Parrell; sisters, Carol, Audrey (Bobby), Linda, Nina, Gail (Blair); brothers, Herbert (Marilyn), Roger (Rose) and David (Linda); numerous nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, Barbara was predeceased by her brother, Paul Lovett; brother-in-law, Donald Maxwell. Barbara enjoyed spending time with family and friends and most of all enjoyed her summers at the "Old Crows Nest" with sisters Nina, Linda, Carol and Audrey in Big Pond, Cape Breton. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at Colchester Regional Hospital. Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Mattatall ~ Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private family interment will be held in Calvin United Church Cemetery, Upper Leitches Creek, at a later date. Donations in Barbara's memory to Kidney Foundation of Canada or Colchester Regional Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting the "Guest Book" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com ********************************* Morley Crann Born In: Whitney Pier, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Middlesex, United Kingdom Passed Away On: 14/04/2011 It is with great sadness that the Pike family of Sydney received the news of the death of their uncle, Morley Crann, 95, of Middlesex, England, April 14, 2011. Morley was born in Whitney Pier, son of the late Ameta Kirby (Inkpen) Crann and William Crann. Morley served during the German occupation during the Second World War with the 3rd Canadian Division 17th Duke of York, RC Huzzards. In May of 1995 he made a return trip to the Netherlands to visit with the Voit family of Holland, who billeted him for many years during the war. Morley was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn (Broadhurst) Crann, England; his son, Nelson, England; his brother, Finlay, who was killed in action, at the age of 19, while serving with the Cape Breton Highlanders at Gothie Line in Italy. Morley was also predeceased by brothers, Robert and James Inkpen; sisters, Sylvia (Manual) Inkpen, Verlie (Harry) Perry and Bella (Archie) Pike, all of Sydney. Morley is survived by his stepsons, Paul (Nadine) Jarvis and Melvin (Norma) Jarvis and four grandchildren, all of England. Living in England most of his life, Morley and his wife returned home for many visits with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews, who remember him fondly. Cremation has taken place and services are being held in England. ********************************* Kevin Peach Funeral services for the late Kevin Peach will be held at St. Mary's Anglican Church in Glace Bay at 2 p.m. on Tuesday April 26, 2011, with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. ************************************ John Stamper Born In: Scotch Lake, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Scotch Lake, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 21/04/2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, John Malcolm Stamper age 66 resident of Scotch Lake, on Thursday April 21, 2011 at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Scotch Lake, he was a son of the late John and Mary (McBride) Stamper. For the past number of years Johnny was employed with Thrifty Propane. In his earlier years he was involved with the AA program. John enjoyed spending time fishing, repairing cars, but most of all being with his two grandsons. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or. Johnny is survived by his wife Patricia 'Pat' (Henry) Stamper; his daughter Angie (Tom) Clarke; his grandsons J.T. and Christopher; a brother Blair (Shirley) Stamper; sisters Anna O'Neil (Earl), Catherine (Sid) Jessome, Linda Mott, Johnena MacDonald, Cecilia (Michael) Bishop, Noel Stamper, Theresa Campbell, Marlene (Joe) Kennedy and by several nieces and nephews. Johnny was predeceased by his parents; sisters Jean MacIntyre, Sally Currie and Angela Stamper; his brother Alec Stamper and twin brother Jimmy Stamper. Visitation for Johnny will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Monday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial to take place in the parish cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be sent to Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. ************************************** Irene Roland Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 21/04/2011 It is with great sadness we the family announce the passing of Irene Isobel Roland on April 21, 2011, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in Glace Bay she was the daughter of the late Olive (Adams) Grant and William Adams. Irene belonged to St. Timothy, ACW, AFTEC, Girl guides of Canada as a girl and adult member also belong to AYPA of St. Mary's Anglican Church. In her younger years she taught as a teacher at Mill Creek school, Sterling school, and Westmount School. She was member of St. Mary's Anglican Church. Surviving are her husband Wesley of 52 years, also surviving are her daughter Jean (Noel Bramwell), Glace Bay; sons Ross (Paula) Glace Bay, Robert, Glace Bay; also surviving are sister-in-law Marie MacMullin, Truro, Annie Mae Fitzgerald, Mill Creek; brother-in-law George (Helen) David, Sydney; three grandchildren, Daniel (Jackie) Roland, Pamela (Ben) Bramwell, Christopher Roland; and great granddaughter Alexis Martin, all of Glace Bay. Predeceased by parents; also brother Richard Adams; sister-in-law Eileen Bonnar; sister-in-law Helen Roland; brother-in-law Wendell Roland; stepfather William Grant. Visitation for the late Irene Isobel Roland will be held Saturday 7-9 p.m. and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Monday, April 25 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary' s Anglican Church with Rev. Vernon Reid and Rev. Judy Phillips officiating. Burial to be held at a later date. Donation may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, CAPE, palliative care and regional hospital cancer Unit. Online condolence may be made to family www.pattenfuneral.com *************************************** Tyler 'Happs' Cooke Born In: Donkin, Nova Scotia, Canada Born On: 02/06/1984 Passed Away In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 20/04/2011 With heartfelt sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Tyler 'Happs' John Cooke on Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at his family home. Tyler was living in Sydney at the time. Born on June 2, 1984, he was the son of William and Sandra (Boutilier) Cooke. Tyler attended Donkin Elementary and Glace Bay High School. Tyler was a hard-working individual in such fields as landscaping, and seismic testing. Tyler loved the outdoors and enjoyed long walks along the beach with his best friend his dog (Goldie), he also enjoyed sports especially hockey of which he played for many years. Tyler was famous for his gleaming smile and his desire to help anyone although he struggled many years with mental illness himself. Tyler was also a volunteer with the Donkin Volunteer Fire Department and a grateful member of the AA program. Tyler is survived by his parents and brother Billy (Sherri), Lower Sackville and his sister Angela (David), Glace Bay; grandfather Duart Cooke, Donkin; nephews, David, Shayne and Brycen; niece Shaylee that held a dear place in his heart; best friend Daryl Madden and also many Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Predeceased by grandparents Francis and Gordon Boutilier and grandmother Viola Cooke. There will be a family visitation only in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral celebration of his life will be celebrated Monday April 25, 2011 at 11 a.m. in the Church of Christ The King, Trinity Avenue, Sydney, N.S. with Rev Laura McCue. In Tyler's memory if you wish you may donate to the Adolences with mental health addiction services. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid ********************************************* Mary 'Petch' MacMaster Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Dunstable, Massachusetts, United States Passed Away On: 16/04/2011 Mary P. 'Petch' MacMaster, age 79, a resident of Dunstable, MA for 39 years, formerly of Tewksbury, MA, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at her daughter's home in Tewksbury. Petch was born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada on November 23, 1931, the daughter of the late Duncan MacMaster and the late Mary (Currie) MacMaster. Born and raised in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Petch attended local schools and later attended Business College in Toronto. Petch was employed for many years by the Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank as Assistant Treasurer and Security Officer at their Lowell, MA office. She later worked for the Co-operative Bank of Concord, MA as their Assistant V.P. and Security Officer until her retirement. She was a member of numerous professional organizations including Savings Bank Women, and served as the Treasurer for N.O.W. (National Organization of Women). Petch enjoyed her home in Dunstable, baking, shopping and spending time with her family. She is survived by two daughters, Debbie (MacEachern) Landers and her husband Timothy of Tewksbury, MA and Rachel (MacEachern) Desantis and her husband Sam of Lawrence, MA; three sons, Glenn MacEachern of Las Vegas, NV, Shawn MacEachern of Amherst, NH and Alexander McEachern, Jr. of Dunstable, MA; a daughter-in-law, Joan MacEachern; three sisters, Agatha Piper of Tewksbury, MA, Carolee Yorke and her husband Wayne of Sydney, Nova Scotia and Edith Ann Calder and her husband Peter of Kingston, Ontario; two brothers, Gordon MacMaster and his wife Pauline of Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia and Erwin MacMaster of Glace Bay, Nova Scotia; her sister-in-law, Helen Lorraine MacMaster of Foxborough, MA; her grandchildren, Rachel and Lauren Landers, Amy, Shawn, Erin, Ryan and Jason MacEachern, Mark and Thomas MacEachern, Rachelle Desantis, Mitchell McEachern and Jessica (McEachern) Barewitz; also many nieces and nephews. Petch was the sister of the late Alonzo 'Lonnie' MacMaster, Elmer MacMaster, Carl MacMaster, Dr. Russell MacMaster, Dr. Duncan MacMaster, Katherine McIsaac, Laura McLean and Jean Cooke. At the request of the family funeral services were private. Donations in her memory may be made to the M. Petch MacMaster "Women in Banking" Scholarship Fund at the Lowell Five Cent Savings Bank, 1775 Main St., Tewksbury, MA 01876. Arrangements entrusted to Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, Tewksbury, MA. www.farmeranddee.com ********************************************* George 'Pee Wee' Walker Born In: Scotchtown, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 21/04/2011 George Bernard Walker passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Critical Care Unit surrounded by his family at 11:44 a.m. on April 21, 2011. George had a brief illness and was taken into God's Garden without too much suffering. Born in Scotchtown, he was a son of the late Vincent and Mary (MacGillivary) Walker, Scotchtown. George Pee Wee Walker was a W.W.II veteran and served in the Cape Breton Highlanders '42nd' Battalion from 1939 - 1944. He returned home and was employed with the Dominion Coal Company No. 12 from 1944 - 1963 when he suffered from a rock fall and could no longer work in the pit. In August, 1963, along side his late wife Mary T. (Bonnar) Walker he opened their first community store on Cockburn Street (14 Yard) called Mary Walker's Dairy. By 1969 George and Mary opened two more stores, one up 12 and another at the corner of Mahon and Plummer Avenue. George later went on to work for the Louisbourg Restoration Project as a commissionaire. George was an avid gardener and sports person playing both hardball and softball for several teams in the Yard. He was an experienced swimmer and enjoyed skating up until his 80th birthday. George was also a great fan of Tartan Downs raceway in Sydney and was known to bet a $2 to win, place or show. He also loved fishing with his grandsons Nolan Ryan and Jason and their friends Christopher, Jason and Angelo. On February 15, 2007, George's wife Mary and the family home were all horrifically taken by a tragic fire. He then moved in with his daughter Kim and lived with her until his sudden death. George enjoyed being around his 12 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and especially their first great granddaughter, Morgan Mary. She was a tremendous help to Kim and the family helping wherever she could to make him comfortable and happy; she always made him laugh. Surviving are daughters Maggie (Gary) Johnston, Mississauga, Ont., Susan (Keith) Pasher, Kim Walker, both of New Waterford; sons Jerry (Alvina) Walker, Tom, Kevin, all of New Waterford, Stephen 'Tah', Calgary; grandchildren, Lisa (Rick), Jason (Genevieve), Nolan Ryan (Leanne), with whom he had a special bond, Devon, Shana, Garrett, Callie (James), Craig, Lauren, Steven Jr., Jerry Jr. (Julianna), Adam 'Bull' Ashley; great-grandchildren, Morgan Mary, Hayden, Chloe, Brandon, Taylor, Ryder, Jack, Addison Mary, Ryder and Brody. George was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Besides his parents, George was predeceased by his wife Mary T. (Bonnar) Walker in a horrific fire; first born son, George B. 'Binky' Walker Jr. in 1995; sisters Jenny, Theresa, Buxie; brothers Johnny and Francis 'Turk'. In respecting George's wishes, a private funeral service for immediate family members only will be held in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Cremation will follow with burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Cancer Care Patient Fund at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney or the Last Post Fund for veterans. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ************************************** Bernadine (Burke) Perry Born On: 13/05/1926 Passed Away In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 19/04/2011 It is with great sadness that the family of Bernadine Perry announce her passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Palliative Care Unit, surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of the late Bernard and Theresa Burke of Little Lorraine. Bernadine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother, and a remarkable friend. She was loved and cherished by all and will be deeply missed. She survived by her six sons and six daughters, Rufus (Sylvia), Bernie (Joan), Gary (Heather), Clarence (Charlotte), Tommy, Blaine (Susan), Patricia (Eddy), Thelma (Teddy), Judy (Johnnie), Sheila (Eddie), Elaine (Gary) and Doreen (Jimmy); brothers, Ernest (Laurie), Basil, Phonse (Cora) and sister, Rita; 25 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild; brother-in-law, Maurice; as well as, several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bernadine was predeceased by husband, Clarence; twin daughters, Theresa (Bob) and Patricia; son, Johnnie; brothers, Fred, Ambrose and sisters, Betty and Carmella. Visitation will take place at Stella Maris Church, Louisbourg, Wednesday, April 27, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 28, 2011 at Immaculate Conception Church, Main-a-Dieu with Fr. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Donations may be made in Bernadine's memory to the Alzheimer's Society. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction ofŠ ************************************** Helen Fennell Passed Away On: 17/04/2011 Helen Christine Fennell, who passed away Sunday, April 17, 2011, will have visitation at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel on Thursday, April 28, two hours prior to her funeral mass at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. ************************************** Mary (MacLellan) MacNeil Born In: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away In: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed Away On: 20/04/2011 Mary Margaret 'Dugan' (MacLellan) MacNeil, passed away at the age of 85 years on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Arborstone Enhanced Care Nursing Home, Halifax. Born in North Sydney, N.S., Mary Margaret was the daughter of Alexander 'Cass' MacLellan and Christina 'Tina' MacLellan. Mary Margaret is survived by five children, Alexander 'Sandy' (Judy); Elizabeth 'Betty' (Tim O'Neill); Mary Avitus Shields; Nancy Cecilia (Hector Briand) and Shawn Hector. Mary is also survived by five grandchildren, Lyndsay; B.J.; Jonathan; Darien and Johnathen, as well as two sisters, Mrs. Avitus Cameron and Mrs. Cecilia Daye, along with numerous nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Hector Joseph MacNeil and brothers, Stanley and Duncan MacLellan. Visitation for Mrs. MacNeil will take place on Tuesday, April 26 from 7-9 p.m. at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount. Interment in the parish cemetery. Many thanks go to the 3rd floor staff and Dr. Meehan of Arborstone. Donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Research Society. Online condolences and words of comfort can be sent to www.twcurry.com. **************************************** Joseph 'Joe' MacLellan Passed Away In: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Passed Away On: 18/04/2011 Joe passed away suddenly at the Queensway Carleton in Ottawa on April 18, 2011. Joe is survived by his father, Bill MacLellan River Ryan; sisters, Anita MacLellan, Fredericton, Charlene Cameron, Toronto, and brother, Charlie, Lingan. He was predeceased by his mother, Louise 'Tuddie' MacLellan. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date. ******************************************* Erma (Pledge) Ball 1940-2011 After living with cancer for over 20 years, Erma lost the battle on April 19l, 2011, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born March 20, 1940 on St. Peters Road to Fred & Jessie (MacLeod) Pledge, she married Cyril (Peter) Ball in 1983. Erma is survived by her son, Sean McIntyre (Brenda) of St. Catharines, Ontario, son, John McIntyre (Eileen) of Sydney, NS and daughter, Linda Ardelli (Peter Primeau) of Leitches Creek, NS. She is also survived by her sisters, Isabell (Jack) MacLean and Rebecca (Al) Cummings, sister-in-law, Joan Pledge, stepson, David (Sharlene) Ball, grand-daughters, Chloe, Nicole and Kiara (Steve), and step-grandchildren, Darryl and Josie. Erma was predeceased by her husband, Cyril, brothers, John and Fred Pledge, sister, Phyllis Meade and sisters-in-law, Gene and Agnes. Erma will be remembered for her years of volunteer work at Loaves & Fishes and the cancer treatment centre at the regional hospital. Many years were spent bringing a smile to the patients and staff, as she served lunch. Joining the original members of the Cape Breastoners Dragon Boat Team. Erma paddled and competed with the group for years. Always a smil, a joke and an uplifting attitude about life in general, she was a pleasure to be around. It goes without saying, she will be truly missed. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place. A memorial to celebrate Erma's life will take place at St. Andrew's United Church in Sydney today (Saturday), April 23rd at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cape Breastoners Dragon Boat Team (capebreastoners.ca), the Canadian Cancer Society (www.cancer.ca) or to a charity of one's choice would be appreciated. A private burial will take place later. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org