Cape Breton Deaths January 06, 2011 Thursday There are 8 obituaries published for today. SR MARY WILMA MCPHEE JOSEPH J. PASSERELLO Edith Mora Carey Stephen 'Pender' MacAdam Mary 'Mayme' (Campbell) Debison Elizabeth 'Bette' MacDougall Florence MacLeod Michael 'Bill' Florian ******************************************************************************************************* SR MARY WILMA MCPHEE Sr. Mary Wilma McPhee, 93, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2010, at Parkstone Enhanced Care, Halifax. Born in Glace Bay, C.B., Sister was the daughter of the late John and Ada (Roach) McPhee. Sister entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity in 1936. Following her religious profession in 1939, Sister lovingly touched many lives during her 40 years of teaching small children in North Sydney, New Waterford and Glace Bay. Sister also taught religious education classes at St. Augustine's Church in Sydney. Besides her Religious family Sister is survived by a sister, Ruth (Laird) McLean; Calgary; sister-in-law, Georgina; many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews and extended family who were very special to her. Sister kept in close contact with every member of her family, never missing a birthday, anniversary or family gathering. She also attended many hockey games, concerts and award nights in which her grand nieces and nephews were involved. Many of Sister's former students also kept in contact with her over the years. Besides her parents Sister was predeceased by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Hilda (John) Miles, Zita McDonough, Sarah, Mary (Bernard) Holland, brothers, Joseph, Henry, Arthur, stepsisters, Lillian (Thomas) Boutilier, Natalie Miles, stepbrother, William McPhee. Visitation for Sister Wilma will be held at Caritas Residence, Halifax on Thursday, Jan. 6 from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Chapel of Caritas Residence. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. ****************************************** JOSEPH J. PASSERELLO Joseph J. Passerello 71, of Mashpee, formerly of Medway died Dec. 25, 2010, surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy illness. Born in Brookline, raised and educated in Newton he was a graduate of Newton Trade School. After graduation Joseph worked 30 years as an electrician for the Polaroid Corporation. He moved to Mashpee in 1998. Joseph enjoyed golfing, fishing, woodworking and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was an avid fan of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. He is survived by his wife, of 48 years, Doreen (Pyke) Passerello; one son, Brian J. Passerello; one daughter, Donna M. Passerello; two grandchildren, Tyler and Joshua Passerello; a sister, Christine (Robert) Babbin; two brothers, Alfred (Carol) Passerello and Christopher (Barbara) Passerello. Also brother of the late Anthony Passerello. At Joseph's request services will be private. Donations in his memory may be made to the charity of one's choice. For online guest book and directions and obituary, please visit www.ccgfuneralhome.com, Chapman, Cole & Gleason, Mashpee, 508-477-4025. ******************************************* Edith Mora Carey Born in: Alder Point, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Bras d'Or/Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/01/2010 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Edith, a resident at Miners Memorial Manor, Sydney Mines, passed away Jan. 3, 2011, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Alder Point, Edith was the daughter of the late John W. and Mary E. Pearo. She will be greatly missed by her husband, John 'Beezer' Carey; her daughters, Ann Marie (Thomas) Gillis, Jeannie (Ralph) Harrietha and Linda; her sons, Richard (Candace), Kevin and Blaise (Thelma) Carey. She was especially proud of her grandchildren, Courtney, Cory, Erica, Kyle, Alexandria, Meighan, Emma, Connor, Shaelyn and Noah.Also surviving are her sisters, Debbie, Lorna and Myrtle and her brother, Raymond. She was predeceased by her son, John, her sisters, Joan and Isabel and her brother, Richard. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Burial at a later date. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.symaptico.ca. ******************************************** Stephen 'Pender' MacAdam Born in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/01/2011 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Stephen Francis MacAdam on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late Roderick and Josephine (MacNeil) MacAdam. Pender was a longtime resident of Seaview Manor; an active parishioner for many years at St. Anne's Church; an engineer with the S&L Railway; a small business owner; a board member with the Glace Bay Central Credit Union; member of the school council and active in the political community. Steve will be sadly missed by children, Michael (Anne MacAdam), Mira, Stephen (Kathy MacLeod-MacAdam), Glace Bay, Joan (Vince Nickelo), Shubenacadie, and Delores MacAdam, Ottawa; grandchildren, Patrick, Jacyln, Laurel and Andrew, Matthew and Grant MacAdam, Alex, Geoffrey, Laura Ann and Sarah Nickelo and Victoria Cowell. He will also be missed by his brother, Alex MacAdam and many nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by siblings, Donald, Roddie, Mary, Anna and Dorothy 'Dot.' There will be no visitation. Funeral under the direction of Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment at a later date in St. Anne's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Steve's memory may be made to the Diabetes Association or charity of choice. ****************************************** Mary 'Mayme' (Campbell) Debison Passed away in: South Bar, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 03/01/2011 A life time member of the Order of St. John of Canada Mary Debison passed away peacefully on Jan. 3, 2011, at the An Cala Unit of the C.B. Regional Hospital. She was the daughter of the late William (Bill) and Charlotte (Reid) MacLeod Campbell of Whitney Pier. During her early life she was employed at the Star Theatre, later with the Royal Bank of Canada, George & Townsend Streets. She was a member of Holy Redeemer parish, past president of the CWL and served on many committees. She gave of herself fully to the CWL and in fact, she knew all the rules of the constitution. She was recipient of the Maple Leaf Services Pin. Mayme was a perpetual member of Our Lady of Sorrows Shrine in Mabou, the Association of Marion Helpers and a retired serving officer of the St. John Ambulance (484 John Vallance Division) after 30 years. She was a member of the SPCA, secretary of the MacKay Clan, a member of Whitney Pier Historical Society and a Co-worker of Mother Theresa and was privileged to meet her when she visited Holy Angels Convent, Sydney, in 1976. She was an avid reader until recently. During her lifetime her kindness and willingness to help others less fortunate, especially needy children, will always be remembered. She cherished the many friends she made throughout her life both young and old. She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy and her husband, Paul Langlois of Sydney and three grandsons, Laurence of Indiana, USA, Kenneth of Toronto, Gerald and his wife Lindsay of Barrie, Ont. Also survived her nieces, Margaret Trenchard, Charlotte Mortimer and Susan Campbell all of Sydney. She will be fondly remembered by her true and faithful friend, Vera Pendergast of Sydney. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Samuel Debison (1992); her stepbrothers, Jack, Bernie and Billie MacLeod of Dominion; her brothers, Percy and Sidney Campbell and sister-in-law, Eva Campbell and a nephew, Joseph Campbell of Halifax. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for the late Mayme Debison will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home on Friday, Jan. 7, 2011 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass to celebrate Mayme's life will be held Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer with Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Reception will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks in family plot. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mayme's memory to Holy Redeemer Church, VON or An Cala Unit of our Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.pierfuneralhome.com. "She never got old ... she just became ill." ******************************************** Elizabeth 'Bette' MacDougall Born in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 21/04/1930 Passed away in: St. Peter's , Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/01/2011 Elizabeth Theresa 'Bette' MacDougall, 79, St. Peter's, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family in Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011. Born in North Sydney, April 21, 1931, Bette was the eldest daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine 'Cassie' (MacNeil) Mancini, St. Peter's. Bette was a talented artist, in her early years attended Mount Saint Vincent and graduated from Saint Frances Xavier University in 1952. She was a very proud member of the 'X' Alumni. After their marriage Bette and Bill stationed with the RCAF for 10 years, returned to Port Hawkesbury and later Baddeck where they had many wonderful friends. Bette enjoyed the last seven years in her hometown of St. Peter's being near her family. She is survived by her children, Marty (Donna) MacDougall, Toronto, Cathy Conrad, Port Hawkesbury, Joey MacDougall, Sydney, Fonda (Parker) Stone, St. Peter's and Colin (Kathy) MacDougall, St. Peter's; sisters, Tula Gouthro, St. Peter's; Viola (Linus) Sampson, St. Peter's; Claire (Donald) Richard, McKinnon's Harbour and brother, Carlo (Donna) Mancini, Halifax and many nieces and nephews. Bette had a loving spot in her heart for her grandchildren, Kelly, Vicki, Crystal, Courtney and Devon Conrad; Stacey, Stephanie (Ryan) and Steven Stone; Kaitlin and Piper MacDougall; Hannah Simpson-MacDougall and Brooke Rose; great-grandchildren, Cassini, Sofia, Roman, Dakota, Justin, Hayden, Rayne and Mason. She was predeceased by her husband, William J. 'Bill' MacDougall and her sister, Charlotte Mancini (age 18 months). Visitation will take place in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, 26 Centennial St., St. Peter's, Friday, Jan. 7 from 2-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8 with Fr. Everett MacDow officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in St. Michael's Cemetery, Baddeck. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pink Positive/Friends of Leona, cancer charity. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com. ************************************************ Florence MacLeod Passed away in: Framboise, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/01/2011 The death of Florence Isobel MacLeod occurred at home on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011. She was the daughter of the late Allan and Agnes (MacDonald) MacLeod. Surviving are her husband, Walter; sons, Russell (Kathie) and Ronald; sister, Dolena (Rev. Neil) MacLean; grandchildren, Caitlyn, Jodie and Natalie. Florence was predeceased by her sister, Margaret (Robert) MacAulay and brother, Alexander. As per Florence's wishes, there will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday 1:30 p.m., with Pastor Kevin Richardson officiating. Interment in St. Andrews Cemetery, Framboise. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ********************************************* Michael 'Bill' Florian Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 31/01/1931 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 04/01/2011 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of well-known Sydney resident, father, grandfather and friend, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011. Born on Jan. 31, 1931, in Sydney, he was the eldest son of Dr. Sydney and Hazel (Cockell) Florian. Bill was of the Anglican faith, attending St. Stephen's Church and later, Christ Church, serving in many capacities. He enjoyed the men's club and helping out at Camp Bretondean. Bill also sat on the Cape Breton District School Board for a number of years. He was an avid outdoorsman, especially enjoying duck hunting (Iona and Grand River) and fishing in his healthy years. Employed at the Canadian National Railway, Express/Freight division for 35 years, retiring in 1986. A talented woodworker, he taught woodworking in the Continuing Education Program for 27 years and always freely gave of his talents whenever or wherever needed. Politics played a great part in his life. He was a sustaining member of both, the Federal and Provincial Progressive Conservative parties. You would always see Bill and John Abbass, with hammer and nails, posting signs during elections. However, no animosity was ever shown toward the other party's candidates, some of whom became his good friends. Now for hockey, the Toronto Maple Leafs never had a better booster. Good or bad - a fan forever. He enjoyed retirement, spending time with friends (Tim Horton's buddies), family and traveling. Bill especially enjoyed his last big trip to Newfoundland with his brother, Jim. He was predeceased by his parents; only sister, Charlotte Dillon (Moffatt) and younger brother, David Christopher. Bill will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife of 59 years, Elizabeth 'Betty'; daughters, Susan Wallace, Nancy, Judith (James) Thompson, Sandra and Carolynn; sons, Michael (Nancy) and Bruce; grandchildren, Tanya Bell-Sarson, Eastern Passage, Nicole (John) Bobo, Eric (Jessie) Wallace, North Carolina, Zachery (Ashley) Wallace, North Carolina, Adam, Brandon, Devin, Alexandra, Jacob, Mary-Michelle, Charlotte and Jonathan; and great-grandson, Ethan, North Carolina. He is also survived by his brothers, James, Dartmouth and Charles, Elmsdale; and many nieces and nephews. Bill will be missed by his good friends of many, many years, Angus MacKillop and John Bourgeois; family friend, Rebecca Lane and last, but never least, faithful companion, Demi. A dog's love knows no boundaries. Our thanks to Dr. Murdock Smith, who took Bill on as a patient. A very special thank you to Dr. John Ritter; Beth Latham and Heather Skinner, Palliative Care; and the VON for their care, compassion and expertise at this trying time. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel today (Thursday), Jan. 6, 2010, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Church of Christ the King on Friday 11 a.m., with Rev. Carl Fraser officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton, P.O. Box 561, Sydney, B1P 6H4, the VON or charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca. ******************************************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org