Cape Breton Deaths January 15, 2011 Saturday There are 13 obituaries published for today. Ronald MacDonald Isabelle Morrison Charles 'Charlie' Herritt Linda Tutty Wilhelmina Edelenbos Joseph 'Chickie' Metcalfe John MacNeil Robert 'Punkk' Fennell Lorne Anderson Catherine 'Dot' Vickers Anne Pennylegion Phillip MacVicar Ronald Cecil Adams ******************************************************************************************************* Ronald MacDonald Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/01/2011 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother and friend, Ronald Joseph MacDonald, on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011, surrounded by his loving family after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Glace Bay, he moved to Boisdale on the Bras D'Or Lakes at an early age and maintained a lifelong connection with that community. Ronald was an electrician and an IT specialist. He graduated from St. Francis Xavier University with a BA in 1971. Ronald was a great friend, family man, neighbor and colleague who had a gift of not only seeing the best in people and situations, but in allowing others to see it as well. Soft spoken with a broad base of knowledge, he loved books and music, had a great sense of humour and was a talented writer and stain glass artist. Ronald is survived by his wife, Deborah MacDonald-Couture and his children, Jennifer (Nathan) Hullett, Justine and Joseph (Natalie) Couture-MacDonald. He is also by his also survived brothers, John R. Vincent (Frances) and Joe L. and sister, Peggy (Kevin) Jordan; as well niece, Jenna MacDonald and nephews, James MacDonald and Lawrence Jordan. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph Lawrence and Mary Belle MacDonald of Boisdale. Visitation will be held at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Following cremation, a memorial mass will take place on Monday, Jan.17, 2011 at St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale with refreshments following at the Boisdale Fire Hall. Donations may be made to palliative care. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... ********************************* Isabelle Morrison Born in: Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 05/12/1907 Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/01/2011 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Isabelle Morrison of Glace Bay on Friday, Jan. 14, 2011 at home. Born December 5, 1907 to the late Hector and Annie (Daye) Devison of Georges River, CB. She came to Glace Bay at a young age to find work. She was the wife of the late Allan Joe Morrison. She is survived by sons, Fraser and Hector (Betty); daughter Flo (Gordon) White; daughters-in-law, Barb and Anne Marie (Earl); grandchildren, Sean (Sue), Jackie (Brian), Charlie (Karen), Sandra (Perm), Peggy (Peter), John (Maureen), Colleen, Paulette, Wanda (James), Heckie (Kathie), Derrick, Michelle (Brad), Andrew (Carmen), Kenneth (Cathy) and Amanda; a number of great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren. She is also survived by sister, Mae Devison of Georges River; sisters-in-law, Helen Devison, Flora Nesbitt and Margaret Morrison; and many nieces and nephews; also by caregivers Donna, Alice, Bev, Betty, Crystal and Pauline and all the 'girls' from the County Homemakers. She leaves behind her best buddy Frisky, 'the CAT'. She was predeceased by sons, Sandy and Butch; brothers, Leo, Andrew, Clevie, Hector, and Mark; sisters, Margaret and Nellie and by daughter-in-law, Margie and also a grandson Donnie. Isabelle was a kind and gentle soul who prayed for everyone in her life. The visitation will be in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Mass of Chirstian burial will be celebrated at St. Leo's Church 11 a.m. Monday with Fr. Leo Boone officiating followed by a reception in the parish hall. Condolences through jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. *********************************** Charles 'Charlie' Herritt Born in: Petites, Newfoundland, Canada Born on: 23/01/1939 Passed away in: Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/01/2011 With broken hearts we announce the passing of our Dad, Charles 'Charlie' Elliott Herritt who quietly passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on January 13, 2011 at the age of 71 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Petites, Newfoundland on January 23, 1939, he was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Mildred (Mauger) Herritt. Dad was a loving, caring and hard working father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Dad moved to Louisbourg from Newfoundland when he was 12 years old. At 16, he bought his lobster license. Throughout his life he enjoyed a career in carpentry while pursuing lobster fishing as his hobby. Dad loved the water and loved being around it whether on the wharf or out in his boat. He is survived by his two daughters, Cheryl Stewart (Michael Chaput), Head of Chezzetcook, NS, Treena (Marty) Jacobs, Sydney, NS; his son, Lenn Herritt, Kentville, NS; seven grandchildren, Christopher, Jostenn, Brielle, Nigel, Andrew, Sahsha, and Kalan; two brothers, Terry Herritt (Valerie), Norman (Vivian) Herritt, La Have, NS, as well as several nieces, nephews and many great friends. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Victor Roy and Chesley; two sisters, Clementine and Suzie, his 'uncle' Elias and his beloved dog, Ruff. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Harbourview Cemetery Fund. Visitation will be held Monday January 17, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the First United Church, Louisbourg. Funeral service will take place 2 p.m., Tuesday January 18, 2011 in the First United Church, Louisbourg with Rev. Matthew Fillier officiating. Interment to follow in Harbourview Cemetery, Louisbourg. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around you and whispered, "Come to Me" With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay. A Golden heart stopped beating hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... ************************************ Linda Tutty Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/01/2011 Linda Tutty, 56, Cole Harbour passed away on Jan. 14, 2011 at the Dartmouth General Hospital. She was born in Sydney, N.S. and graduated from Riverview Rural High School, Coxheath. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from St. F. X. University and then attended Acadia University where she completed her Bachelor of Education (Special Education, Elementary Education). She relocated to Alberta in 1976 and commenced her teaching career in the community of Slave Lake. She also taught in the Edmonton area from 1982 to 1990. In 1983 she completed her Master of Arts in Special Education, Elementary Education at the University of Oregon. Linda returned to Nova Scotia in 1990 and taught in various schools of the Halifax Regional School Board. At the time of her death, Linda was the vice-principal of O'Connell Drive Elementary School, Porter's Lake, Nova Scotia. Linda is survived by her parents, Weldon and Shirley (Fiander) Tutty of Sydney; her sisters, Cheryl MacLean (Donald), Sydney, Kim Tutty, Sydney; her brother, Ron Tutty (Audrey), Hammonds Plains; one niece and four nephews, who were all very special to her (Amy, Craig, Matthew and Jeffrey Tutty, and Mark MacLean). She is also survived by her loving dog, Bailey. Linda was predeceased by her brother, David, and her grandparents, Killoran and Reta Fiander and Charles and Mary Tutty. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, where a memorial service for Linda will be held 7 p.m. Tuesday. Reverend Katherine Bourbonniere officiating. Reception to follow. Burial will take place at a later date in Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, the Canadian Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com ************************************ Wilhelmina Edelenbos Born in: Amersfoort, Netherlands Born on: 11/04/1918 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 14/01/2011 Wilhelmina Edelenbos of Sydney, N.S. formerly of Elginwood LTC in Richmond Hill, Ont., died peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Friday, Jan. 14, 2011. She was 92 years old. Wilhelmina was born on April 11, 1918, in Amersfoort, Netherlands to Gerarda and Gijsbertus Brandsen, the 8th of 11 siblings. On March 3, 1943, during the Second World War, she married Marinus (Martin) Edelenbos in Amersfoort and enjoyed a 43 year marriage with him until his passing in 1986. Wilhelmina and Martin moved their family to Canada in 1960 and returned to Holland in 1962. After two years they resettled in Toronto, Canada, where they lived until Martin passed away. Wilhelmina 'Mia' enjoyed sports including handball as a young girl, knitting and sewing, playing cards, travelling, and the outdoors. She endured the war including a period during which her husband was a prisoner of war, and they managed to start a family at a time of wartime famine in the Netherlands. She often recalled with humour the happy times she shared with her siblings. She leaves behind her dear younger sister, Riek Kreijne of Amersfoort, Netherlands; three sons, Ben of Sydney, Gerard of Belle Ewart, Ont., and Martin of Dockyard, Bermuda; five grandchildren, Martin, Carol, Glen, Tanya, and Sean; 10 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandson. Family and friends will be invited to a service in celebration of Wilhelmina's life planned for this summer. The family can be contacted at ben.edelenbos@hotmail.com, edbos@rogers.com and martin.edelenbos@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that donations be made to your local Parkinson's Disease foundation. ************************************* Joseph 'Chickie' Metcalfe Joseph Sheldon 'Chickie' Metcalfe, age 69 of Haulage Road, Reserve Mines, passed away suddenly on Friday, Jan. 14, 2011 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. ************************************* John MacNeil Born in: Grass Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Grass Cove, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 12/01/2011 John Stephen MacNeil, 84 of Grass Cove, Victoria County, N.S., died Jan. 12, 2011 at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Born in Grass Cove, he was the son of the late James S. and Mary (MacInnis) MacNeil. He was a member of St. Columba parish, Iona. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving in Canada and Europe with the North Nova Scotia Highlanders. John was a former employee of the North Victoria School Board and a member of the Grand Iona Legion, Branch 124. He is survived by two brothers, Roddie and Joe (Mary), Grass Cove; three sisters, Peggy (Frank Vitelli), Toronto, Ann Booth, Toronto, Isabel (Allen Dixon), Calgary and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Sylvester. Keeping with John's wishes, there will be no visitation and cremation has taken place under the direction and care of MacAskill Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011 at St. Columba Church, Iona with Rev. Paul Abbass officiating. Burial will be in St. Columba Cemetery. Donations may be made to Victoria County Memorial Hospital Charitable Foundation. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. ************************************** Robert 'Punkk' Fennell Passed away in: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 03/01/2011 We the family regret to announce the sudden passing of Robert 'Punkk' Fennell on Monday, Jan. 3, 2011 at the Hamilton General Hospital, Hamilton, Ont. Robert 'Punkk' was predeceased by his mom, Penny Kaulback. Surviving are his dad, Robert Sr. (Rochell) of Sydney, N.S.; two loving children, Brook and Robbie and their mother, Melanie of Hamilton, Ont.; brothers, Mike, Mitchel and Vincent and a sister, Vivian and her children. Robert 'Punkk' will be sadly missed by special cousin, Troy and all other family members and friends. Memorial service to honour the late Robert 'Punkk' Fennell will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011 at 2 p.m. with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Donations in memory of Robert 'Punkk' may be made to charity of one's choice. Memorial arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of the Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com. ************************************* Lorne Anderson Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Coxheath, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/01/2011 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father, Lorne Anderson, at the Glace Bay Hospital on Jan. 13, 2011. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Roderick and Mary (Beaton) Anderson. He resided in Coxheath for the past 50 years. Growing up in Glace Bay he 'Gump' was an excellent athlete excelling in rugby and hockey. He would often regale; some would say challenge any and all about the purity of rugby as one of the few, if not the only sport, which promoted competition and sportsmanship. Lorne will be sadly missed by his sons, Peter (Maureen), New Brunswick, Rod, Coxheath, Steve (Sheila), Howie Centre; daughters, Elaine (Madeline), Dartmouth, Diane Smith (Norm), Kathy Black (Joe), Rea Coady (Paul), all of Sydney River, Fran Kelloway (Derrick), Dartmouth. He is also survived by his sister, Tellie MacDonald, Seaview Manor, Glace Bay, formerly from North Sydney, and his 16 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, who affectionately called him Boo. Also left to mourn his passing are his nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends, especially his caring neighbors Heather, Ron and Joe. Throughout his life Lorne loved animals and enjoyed their company both at his Coxheath home and at his summer home in Inverness. His kindness and compassion will be missed by his current pets, cats, Willnoah and Stach and especially his dog, Lucky. Lorne was a veteran of the Second World War serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force at various bases in Canada. A graduate of St. FX and McGill Universities, Lorne had a long and distinguished career in education. He was especially proud of being one of the original teachers at Riverview Rural High School. During his 30 years, all at RRHS, he was first and foremost a physical education teacher, but also served as vice principal, a coach, a school bus driver and an outdoor education instructor which he continued to do even after his retirement in 1980. He took great satisfaction and enjoyment exposing his students to building and spending nights in lean-tos and canoeing on the Margaree River. Over his lifetime he made many lasting friendships with colleagues and he was very proud of his many students who kept in close contact with him over the years. Lorne experienced many joys during his life; Inverness was a significant part of the family experience where he and Marie spent many wonderful summer days. He undertook numerous projects, which ranged from construction to gardening. He had to be busy and as a talented handyman he was still doing his projects until very recently. He was always very physically active to the amazement of all who knew him and he loved to swim during the summer and cross-country ski during the winter. In addition to maintaining his physical wellbeing, he considered himself a crossword expert and was a lifelong hockey fan as well as following the fortunes of the St. Louis Cardinals. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marie, in 2002; his sisters, Frances (Broderick), Rea (Demont), Amour and his brother, Ross. Lorne's family would like to thank Dr. James MacKillop for his many years of care and compassion. We would also like to thank the nurses and staff of the Glace Bay Hospital for their wonderful care during his final few days. We want to extend our thanks to Jennifer who attended Lorne during his last stay in hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Society or the Palliative Care Services of the Cape Breton District Health Authority. There will be no visitation at Lorne's request. All are welcome to a committal service at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan.16. Following the service a reception to celebrate Lorne's life will be held at the United Protestant Church Hall in Sydney River from 4-6 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ************************************** Catherine 'Dot' Vickers Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 13/01/2011 It is with the heaviest of hearts that we, the family of Catherine Dorothy 'Dot' Vickers, announce her passing at the Northside General Hospital on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011, following a brief illness. Born in North Sydney, Dot was the daughter of the late John W. and Christina (Hood) Young. She was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Before her marriage, our mom worked as a salesclerk in various stores: The 5 & 10, Astephen's and Maloneys. She loved hockey, was a Blue Jays fan, enjoyed a good game of cards, and was a wonderful housekeeper and baker. Our mom was a devoted wife and mother, strong in her faith, who loved to be surrounded by her family and friends with a good cup of tea and goodies on the table. Mom is survived by her sons, David. Sydney Mines, Tim, Port Credit; daughters, Sharon Johnston, Sydney and Cathy (Danny) Smith, Sydney Mines. She is also survived by her grandsons, who were Nanny's pride and joy, Craig (Jenni Cook) Johnston, Adam Johnston, Matthew and Tyler Smith; one great-grandson, Finlay Johnston. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, who mourn her loss. Dot is also survived by her sister, Rita, North Sydney; godson, Allan Gray, Mississauga; dear friend, Regina Jobes and special cousin, Kate Murphy, whose daily telephone calls brightened Mom's day. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Sid; sister Julia; brothers, Jim, Lloyd and Eldridge and niece, Yvonne. Visitation for Dorothy Vickers will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of her life will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Thomas John officiating. A reception will be held in the Centennial Room, following the mass. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Love knows no greater depth than at the hour of separation. *************************************** Anne Pennylegion Born in: Big Pond, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Passed away on: 05/01/2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Anne Dorothy (MacPherson), retired nurse and artist on Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre in her 82nd year. Dorothy lived in Peterborough and was born in Big Pond, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas; her parents, the late William and Annie (Gillis) MacPherson and brothers, William and Hector and sisters, Eunice and Margaret and two brothers in infancy, Gerge Joseph and Duncan Joseph. She is survived by her brother, Daniel Joseph (Beth) MacPherson of Big Pond Center and two sisters, Sister George Marie C.S.M. Bethany, Antigonish, and Marie MacEachen, Sydney, Nova Scotia. She will always be loved and sadly missed by many nieces and nephews and all who knew her. A memorial mass will take place at St. Mary's Church in Big Pond Centre on Saturday, Jan. 22, 2011 at 11 a.m., Fr. Will MacPherson officiating. Interment will take place at Big Pond Cemetery, Nova Scotia. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lung Association or Peterborough Regional Health Centre, Palliative Care Unit and can be made through Duffus Funeral Directors, Peterborough, Ont. (705)-745-4612. Online condolences can be made at www.duffusfuneralhome.com. "Eternal rest grant unto her Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen." ************************************** Phillip MacVicar Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 08/01/2011 Phillip Fraser MacVicar, 64 of Glace Bay, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, Phillip was the son of the late John Elmer and Effie Ann (MacPherson) MacVicar. He was a member of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church and a long standing member of the Lion's Club. Phillip was a dedicated volunteer worker with the Northwood In Touch Emergency Service. He worked most of his life with Inco Nickel Corp. Phillip will be sadly missed by sister, Sandra J. (Myles) Wilneff, Birch Grove; brothers, Donald N. MacVicar (Sharon), Glace Bay, Angus D. (Diane) MacVicar, Glace Bay and Robert A. (Christine) MacVicar, Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. Phillip also leaves to mourn, niece, Sherry Lee, nephew, Donald Keith, nephews, Blair (Lisa), John Joseph Wilneff, niece, Diane (Colin) and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews. Besides his parents, Phillip was predeceased by his eldest brother, Garfield E. MacVicar. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Visitation for Phillip MacVicar will take place on Monday, Jan. 17, 2011, from 12-12:30 p.m. in the sanctuary of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Brookside Street, Glace Bay with funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. in the church with Rev. Shirley Murdock and Rev. Charles McPherson officiating. Interment will be held in Black Brook Cemetery, Port Morien at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Paul's Presbyterian Church Building Fund or a charity of choice. On line condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. ************************************* Ronald Adams Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 09/04/1922 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 11/01/2011 Ron Adams passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2011 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with his daughter, Marie her husband Roy and granddaughter, Joyce by his side. Ron was born April 9, 1922, in Glace Bay. He was a resident of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, where he lived for the past three years. Ron worked in the coal mines for 40 years before his retirement. He leaves behind his wife, Harriett (Walters) Adams, Port aux Basques, Nfld.; his children, Marie (Roy) Davidson, Cliff Adams, Arlene (John) Li; his grandchildren, Joyce Nicholson, Rhonda Davidson, Clinton Davidson, Raymond Adams, Anita Yates, Colin Adams, Jalianne Li, Allison Harris, step grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren and step-great- grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Ron was predeceased by his parents, William and Mariam Adams, his first wife, Doris (Mason) Adams; his second wife, Carrie (Musgrave) Adams and daughter, Carolyn Adams. At Ron's request, there will be no visitation. A private family gathering and burial will be held at a later date. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Salvation Army Sydney Community Church. We would like to thank the nurses and doctors in ER and CCU for their wonderful, caring support during this difficult time, special thanks to Amanda and Lindsay in CCU, Sandy in ER and Dr. Zwicker. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction ... ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org