Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 12, 2013 Thursday There were 7 obituaries published today Roderick Donald "R.D." MacNeil - 76 yrs Bertha McIntyre - 83 yrs John "Archie" MacMaster - 91 yrs Patrick "Pat" Nardocchio - 73 yrs Maynard Gale Burke - 83 yrs John Allister "Johnny" Weir - 90 yrs Evelyn Mary Hollohan - 80 yrs Roderick MacNeil Born: May 15th, 1937 Passed on: December 10th, 2013 Died peacefully at the Brantford General Hospital, Dec. 10, 2013 ,in his 77th year. Born in Shenacadie, Cape Breton, N.S., May 15, 1937, he was the son of Donald John and Rachel MacNeil, Christmas Island, Cape Breton. He is survived by his daughters, Shelley and Rachel; sons, Roderick, Jimmy, Patrick and Stephen; sisters, Ambrosa (Norman) MacNeil, Brantford, and Sr. Rachel of the Sisters of Saint Martha, Antigonish; brother, Stephen (Betty) MacNeil, Northside East Bay; and his friend and former wife, Donna (Kucharew) MacNeil. Predeceased by his first wife, Jo-Ann (Sampson) MacNeil, his parents, D.J. and Rachel, brothers, Charles, Conrad (Pat), Brantford, sisters, Rose (Maurice) Collin, Brantford, and Blanche (Roddy) Townsend, North Sydney. He will be remembered by his grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends at the Thorpe Brother Funeral Home and Chapel, 96 West St., Brantford, on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with parish prayers at 8:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Basil's Roman Catholic Church, 50 Palace St., Friday, Dec. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. As expression of sympathy donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at thorpebrothersfh.com. Loved and remembered always. Bertha McIntyre Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: December 10th, 2013 It is with great sadness the family announce the passing of their wife, mother and sister, Bertha McIntyre on Dec. 10, 2013, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford she was the daughter of the late Augustine and Raymonde (Gasper) Deruelle. Bertha was a long time employee of Kimber Clock in Brampton, Ont. which she enjoyed and had many friends. She is survived by her husband, Bernie McIntyre; daughter, Shirley Ann, Ontario; sisters, Louise MacKinnon, New Waterford, Helen Keating, Mary McNeil, Ontario; brother, Edward (Evangeline), Sydney; grandchildren, Dean, Clay and great-grandchildren, Hunter, Noah, Nico and Louis. She is also survived by her aunt, Jean Villa; special cousin, Linda Gottwald and close friend, Marie Carrigan, as well as many nieces and nephews, including Jane Deruelle, Dominion. We are very grateful to mom's sister Louise, who was also her best friend and took such good care of her. Besides her parents, Bertha was predeceased by brothers Augustine 'Tackie', Raymond, Henry and George. There will be no visitation, a private burial will take place. Arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. To send online condolence to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com.] John 'Archie' MacMaster Passed in: Inverness, Canada Passed on: December 10th, 2013 Archie MacMaster passed away on Dec. 10, 2013 at Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. Archie is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Kay (MacDonald); sons, Jim (Mary MacLeod), Inverness, N.S., Ron (Anita Fabac), Burlington, Ont.; daughter, Jayne Beaton, Inverness, N.S.; daughter-in-law, Anne (MacDougall), Scottsville, N.S. and brother, A.L., Dearborn MI. Archie was proud of all six of his grandchildren, Carla (Corey), Mitchell (Shannon), Cheryl (Breton), Quinn, Tyler and Caroline. Archie was predeceased by his son, John; son-in-law, Kevin Beaton; parents, Katie and Charlie and brothers, Sandy, Danny, Lawrence, Bernie and three brothers in infancy. Like many of his generation Archie heard the call and volunteered for the Canadian military during the Second World War. Archie was a member of the Nova Scotia Highlanders and later the Cape Breton Highlanders. Archie was part of the Allied invasion of Sicily and the Italian mainland where he was seriously wounded. Archie spent time in a military hospital in Rome, was airlifted to London but not before his airplane came under attack en route. Archie spent time in hospital in England, eventually returning to Canada aboard the Queen Mary when it was used for military service. Archie convalesced in Camp Hill Hospital, Halifax and remained there well after the war in Europe ended. Archie rarely spoke of his experiences in the war to his family only to say, "It was just awful." After the war Archie had a trucking company, ran a British Petroleum bulk oil station, worked with Ingraham's Ambulance and retired from McLean's Agency. In his day Archie was always community minded and supported many efforts in Inverness. Archie was a loyal Invernesser, the town he was born and lived. He was a proud supporter of his community and its people. He was a devout Catholic who had a very strong faith and he attended and supported Stella Maris Church all his life. He served as a volunteer fireman, was a member of Stella Maris Parish council, and St. Mary's hospital. He devoted much time to the up keep of his parish's cemetery and maintenance needs. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 132 and the Knights of Columbus. Archie was a true and proud Canadian patriot. Archie loved all sports but never claimed to have a favourite team or favourite sport for that matter. He coached and supported local teams above all and often attended games of all sports rooting for his hometown. He like many fellow Invernessers loved the racetrack, he owned and drove some of his own beloved horses. Archie closely followed politics and was firmly committed to one political party his entire life but had close friends from all political stripes. He never met a stranger as he was always quick to make friends. Archie loved a good laugh, a good drink and will be missed dearly by his family and by those who knew him. Visitation will be held in Inverness Funeral Home on Friday, Dec. 13 from 2- 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. in Stella Maris Church, Inverness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Canada or to the Stella Maris Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. Patrick 'Pat' Nardocchio Born In: Sydney Passed on: December 10th, 2013 It is with great sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Patrick 'Pat' Nardocchio, age 73, on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013. He was the son of the late Dominic and Anne Nardocchio, Kings Road, Sydney. Pat worked in the construction industry in Ontario for many years and in the automotive parts industry in Sydney and Halifax. He was extremely well liked with many, many friends and will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his companion, Louise Fogarty and sisters, Eleanora Skryphick, Sydney, Connie and Elvira Nardocchio, Halifax and Dolores Doucette, Halifax, Anna and brother-in-law, Jim MacNeil, Halifax; brother, Sonny and sister-in-law, Nada, Bellvile, Ont. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Marie and brother, Buddy. There will be no visitation or memorial service at the request of the deceased. A private interment will be held for family members. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Maynard Burke Born In: Drumhead Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: December 8th, 2013 Maynard Gale Burke, 83, Baddeck, passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013 in Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck. Maynard was born in Drumhead, N.S. He was a son of late Harold & Nelly (Burke) Burke. He was a member of Farquharson Memorial Presbyterian Church and also Knox Presbyterian Church. Along with his wife, Florence, he is survived by his daughters, Lori (Frank Stratton), Brampton, Ont., Lisa (Jimmy Edwards), Baddeck; sisters, Phyllis Mason, Sherbrooke, N.S., Madeline Burke, Florida. He was predeceased by brothers, Dean, Wendell and sister, Bernice Mason. Maynard was a mechanic who owned and operated his own service station in Toronto. After that he worked as a mechanic for Purulator Courier until he retired. He was an associate Legion member at Branch 53 of Baddeck, a member of the Highlands Senior Club, Middle River, and a member of the Free Wheelers in Baddeck. Funeral under the care and direction of Sunset Funeral Co-Operative. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013 in Farquharson Presbyterian Church. Rev Louis Ihasz and Rev Brian MacLeod. Burial to follow in Middle River Cemetery. Tea afterwards at the Middle River Community Hall. The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff at the Inverness Manor (Highland Village) for their care and friendship of Maynard during the last year and a half. Additionally, a huge thank you to Dr. Chow, Dr. Genge and the nursing staff at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital for their exemplary care & TLC in his last remaining days. Family flowers only. Memorial donations can be made to Hospice Society of Victoria County; Canadian Diabetes Association or Canadian Alzheimer's Association. John 'Johnny' Weir Born In: New Aberdeen Born: December 28th, 1923 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 8th, 2013 John Allister 'Johnny' Weir, 90, passed away on Dec. 8, 2013, at Taigh Na Mara Veteran's Home in Glace Bay, N.S. He was born on Nov. 28, 1923 in New Aberdeen, Glace Bay to George Brenton and Hannah (MacDonald) Weir. Following radio school in Saint John, N.B., he joined the air force and received more telecommunication training in Montreal. He joined the air force and was stationed in Newfoundland and Ontario, where he taught communications, radio and Morse Code to the pilots who were to fight overseas. After the Second World War, he worked for both the Department of Transport and the Canadian Coast Guard in Telecommunications (ship-to-shore and air-to-shore radio) which took him to places such as Canso, N.S.; Resolution Island, Nunavut; Camperdown, N.S.; In 1957 he relocated to Sable Island, N.S. with his wife Lillian 'Lil' and two young daughters, Grace and Helen, to take charge of the radio station. After moving home to Coxheath in 1960, their third daughter, Velma, was born in 1961. Johnny and Lil resided in a bungalow that they built on the Mira River and later became Snowbirds, visiting Sarasota, Florida every year. On July 28, 1998 Johnny had the honour of sending the last Morse Code message at the Coast Guard College in Point Edward, Cape Breton. Johnny was a walking encyclopedia of jokes. He played hockey in the air force and was a fan of baseball, golf, fishing, boating, Seinfeld, and big band music. He loved to sing and play his ukulele. Johnny kept up with changes in information technology throughout his life. He was predeceased by his wife, Lillian (Phillips) Weir; his parents, George and Hannah; his three sisters, Katherine 'Kay' Cody, Prudence 'Prudy' Pike, Norberta 'Bubs' Collins and one nephew, Marvin Pike. He is survived by his three daughters, Grace (Glenn) Illsley of Brookfield, N.S.; Helen (Alan) Spinney of Moncton, N.B. and Velma (Cal) King of Sault Ste Marie, Ont.; his grandchildren, Lisa (Jazz) Gado of Hong Kong; Susan (Darren Maiden) Illsley of Hong Kong; Kaitlyn King of Sault Ste Marie, Ont. and Colin King of Sault Ste Marie; his brother-in-law, Jimmy Collins of Glace Bay; nephew, David (Ena Gwen) Jones of Ottawa Ont., several other nieces and nephews, and long time family friend Rita MacIsaac of Inverness. The family would like to thank the physicians and staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Williston House, Taigh Na Mara Veterans Home and Forest Haven (for cremation and burial). A gathering to celebrate Johnny's life will be held in the Newgen Room at Days Inn, Kings Road, Sydney on Friday, Dec. 13, 2013 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to charities of your choice. The family can be reached at [email protected] or by phoning 902-890-2704. Evelyn Mary Hollohan 80, Whitney Pier It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our mother, grandmother, Evelyn Mary on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney on May 20, 1933, Mom was the daughter of the late William (Bill) Laughlin and Evelyn Mary Butler. Mom was also predeceased by her husband, Paul Francis Hollohan, in January 1991, son, David Michael in infancy in 1955 and brothers, Thomas and Edward Laughlin. Mom's family was the centre of her life. She lived life to the fullest every day and her heart and home was open to family and friends at all times. Mary was well known by her friends of the "Pier" for her long career at the local grocers, Simon Davids' and Metro Supermarket. She was an avid tarabish player whose sharp wit and dry sense of humour endeared her to countless people over the years. She spent the last two years of her life at the Cove Guest Home maintaining a high quality of life. Mom was so grateful for the care, attention and wonderful kindness she received from the staff and other residents. Mom will be lovingly remembered by her children, Paul (Margaret) Hollohan, Joe Hollohan, Teddy (Sandra Margetti) Hollohan, Debbie Hollohan, Patty (George) Herridge, Jay (Valerie) Hollohan, Doddy (Bobby) Keel, Dan (Heather) Hollohan, Lalie Hollohan and Karen MacQueen. As well, mom is survived by 28 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation for the late Evelyn Mary Hollohan will be held today (Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013) at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, Dec 13, 2013, at 11 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. A reception following the mass will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory of Mary may be made to the Cove Guest Home. The family extends a special thank you to Francine Hollohan and Diane Andrews for the continued love and support given to mom throughout the years. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com. So you settle down and the children come And you find a place that you come from Your wandering is done And all your dreams of open spaces You find in your children's faces One by one And all the trips you know you missed And all the lips you never kissed Cut through you like a knife And now you see stretched out before thee Just another stor

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Inverness Oran Deaths December 11, 2013 Wednesday There is 1 obituary published this week MacINTYRE, John Joseph - 45 yrs John Joseph MacIntyre, age 45, of Upper Sackville, passed away on November 30th, 2013 at his home. Born in Toronto, Ont., he was the son of the late John Angus MacIntyre and Catherine (MacInnis) and stepfather Colin MacDonald. John worked in automobile sales for many years. He loved playing hockey and was a Canadiens fan. He would always lend a hand to a friend in need. He enjoyed touring around on his motorcycle. He loved spending time with his children and family. He is survived by his girlfriend Annette Armstrong; daughter Megan Dawn MacIntyre; son Nolan Angus MacIntyre; stepbrother Gerard (Chy) MacDonald; stepsister Coleen (Kevin) Ingraham; special cousin Donna (Dave) Cameron who was like a sister to him; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by grandparents Joseph Alex and Katie Bell MacIntyre, and John James and Margaret MacInnis. Visitation was held at Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Drive, on Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Parish, Mabou. The funeral mass took place at St. Mary's Parish on Saturday, Dec. 7th at 11:00 a.m., Father Angus Morris officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the Lung Association. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com., Sackville Chapel.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 11, 2013 Wednesday There were 8 obituaries published today Bill Jessome - 88 yrs Trevor Joseph Leadbeater - 49 yrs Sarah '"Sadie" Campbell - 81 yrs Catherine Peters - 92 yrs Helen (LeBlanc) MacNeil - 79 yrs John Allister "Johnny" Weir - 90 yrs Faye Rich - 67 yrs Theresa MacIsaac - 101 yrs Bill Jessome Born In: Whitney Pier Passed in: Halifax, Canada Passed on: December 9th, 2013 We've lost one of our greatest storytellers. Bill Jessome died Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at night, in Camp Hill's Veteran's Memorial Building in Halifax surrounded by loving family. He was 88. The world was preparing to go to war in Europe when Bill stepped up onto the buckboard, grabbed the reins and began his journey into adulthood in Sydney. Still a young teen, Bill guided his horse drawn wagon through the streets of Whitney Pier making deliveries and earning a few dollars to help out at home. By the time he turned 18 he was ready to serve his family, and his country, far from home. Bill joined up, and went off to fight in Italy. After the war, Bill was no longer content to roam the streets of his childhood. He fought to protect the world from evil, and he was ready to see what the world had to offer in exchange. That's when the rail-thin ex-soldier spotted a beautiful girl at a bus stop on Charlotte Street. Rose Rizok owned Bill's heart from that first glance until his final breath. Bill had high hopes for a Pier Boy. He wanted to break into the exciting new field of television. He took his new bride, his dreams and his determination to New England and New York. Bill broke into TV and worked with broadcast legends Ed Asner and Jack Paar. Despite the glitz of The Big Apple and the charm of Beantown Bill answered the call of home. He returned to Sydney and launched a brilliant broadcast career. Bill helped pioneer a tone and style of TV storytelling still copied by young broadcasters today. Bill's talents took him from the horse drawn wagon of his youth to conversations with prime ministers and royalty. Through it all he never lost touch with that wide eyed young boy on the buckboard. He maintained a personal gentleness and grace honed in humble beginnings. Bill's broadcast legacy, his honour and his reputation are secure as he marks the end of this journey. Among his many accomplishments he would cite meeting and marrying Rose as the biggest. He might just list the love of their precious dog Muffy as the second. Rose left this life long before Bill as did their son Richard Rizok. Bill's twin brother Mike and his brothers Aubrey, Phonse and Leo along with his sister Mary Neville and his parents Phonse Sr. and Katherine died before him as well. He leaves behind his brothers Roy and Roddie and sisters Delores Graham and Eleanor George and his cherished grandchildren Michelle, Glenna, Glenn and Jonathan Rizok. We believe he is walking with Rose now as Muffy bounces beside them. Join us as we say good bye to Bill. Visitation will be at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, 755 George St., Sydney on Friday, Dec. 13 from 2-4 p.m/ and from 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Church on Victoria Road in Whitney Pier Saturday morning at 11 a.m.. Reception to follow in the basement of the church. If you can't be with us please share your thoughts about Bill online courtesy of J.A. Snow Funeral Home in Halifax at www.jasnowfuneralhome.com. Trevor Leadbeater Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: December 8th, 2013 It was with great sadness that we announce the passing of an amazing husband, father, brother and friend of so many. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his many loved ones on Dec. 8, 2013, after a six year courageous and inspirational battle with cancer. Trevor was born in New Waterford, the son of the late Allie and Mary Leadbeater. He began his career as a bartender 30 years ago at the age of 18 at the Stag & Doe which is where Trevor developed his love for darts by watching his parents play. Trevor remained at the Stag throughout three different ownerships, lastly being Joey and Jill Williams who he remained employed with throughout the remainder of his career at the Stag, Jack Duggans, The Heather, and J.T's. Trevor was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing pool, horseshoes, bowling and loved his yearly cribbage tourn with the "Boys from Truro" over the last 25 years. His main passion was playing darts as he played in leagues throughout the years, as well as various Regional and Provincal dart shoots. Trevor was a diehard Montreal Canadiens fan and loved the rivalry he had with his brother's Boston Bruins and any "Leaf" fan he crossed paths with. He was a member of the Army, Navy and Air Force Unit 217, N.W for 23 years and has spear-headed numerous memorial tournaments and fundraisers throughout the years. He was the first to help out anyone in need in any way he could. Throughout his career he made and maintained many and lifelong friendships which remain intact today. Trevor is survived by his wife of 13 years Kelly (Varrence) Leadbeater; daughters, Evelyn, Farrah (Mrs. Chris Keeping) and "Baby Girl" Kiley; sisters, Debbie Walker, Karen (Mrs. Cameron Rankin) and Michelle (Mrs. Eldon Meery); brother and best friend Allie (Leah) Leadbeater and his two special girls Madeline and Michelle Leadbeater. Trevor is also survived by his three grandchildren, Parker, Tyra and Allie who were "Papa's Babies" and also a special granddaughter Ella; his father-in-law Joe (Sandy) Varrence; his brothers-in-law, Gilbert (Shannon) Varrence, Michael Matthys and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Trevor will also be also sadly missed by a long list of true and loyal friends which he considered family. He was predeceased by his mother-in-law, Velma (Gilbert) Varrence, his sister-in-law, Rhonda and his special angel and son Brandon. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013, from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 13, 2013, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating followed by a luncheon at the Army, Navy & Air Force, Smith St. All are welcomed. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations in memory of Trevor can be made to a charity of one's choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Sarah 'Sadie' Campbell Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford It is with great sorrow the family wish to announce the passing of their mother, grandmother and sister, Sadie Campbell at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Gertrude (Perfect) Desveaux. Sadie worked for many years at the Maple Hill Manor on the housekeeping staff. In her earlier years she loved to play bingo, family, friends and grandchildren were very important to her. She is survived by sons, Arthur 'Artie' (Faye), Ontario, Ricky (Marilyn), River Ryan, James 'Jimmy' (Sherri), Eastern Passage, Dougie, at home, David (Lana), Dartmouth; sisters, Mary Delaney, Ontario, Katherine Hill, Point Edward, Martha (Ray) Penny; sister-in-law, Muriel and brother, Joey, both of New Waterford; 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents Sadie was also predeceased by her husband, Art, brother, Elias, sisters, Josephine, Marie and granddaughter, Sarah. Cremation has taken place and a chapel service will be held Friday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating in McLellan Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Burial in St. Agnes Cemetery followed by a luncheon in the Army, Navy & Air Force, Smith St. and all are welcome. Donations in her memory can be made to the Maple Hill Manor. To send online condolences to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Catherine Peters Born In: Donkin Born: September 22nd, 1921 Passed in: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada Passed on: December 8th, 2013 With great sadness we mourn the passing of Catherine Campbell Peters of The Kenneth E. Spencer Memorial Home, Moncton, N.B., who passed away on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013. Catherine was born on Sept. 22, 1921 in Donkin, Nova Scotia to parents, Gus and Anna (MacDonald) MacCuish. She was always very proud of her Cape Breton heritage. Catherine is survived by her children, Eric (Carmen), Anna, Bill, Mary (Ed) Daley, Jeanne (Len) Flanagan and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Surviving in-laws include, Donald and Sue MacVicar, Ruth and Howard Mackinnon and Audrey and Michael Butler. Catherine was predeceased by her husband, William E. 'Bill' Peters; daughter, Cathy; her brother, Roderick MacCuish and his wife Jean and her brother in-law, James MacVicar and his wife, Anne. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Visions United Church Memorial Fund, the Canadian Diabetic Association or a charitable organization of the donor's choice. There will be an evening of visitation on Friday from 7-9 p.m. at Cobb's Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 330 Whitepine Rd., Riverview, N.B., (506-869-2007). A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at 1 p.m. from Cobb's Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Rev. Christine MacLeod officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cobbsfuneralhome.ca. Helen MacNeil Born In: Florence Born: November 5th, 1934 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: December 9th, 2013 Helen (LeBlanc) MacNeil, 79, of Bras d'Or, passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence on Nov. 5, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Lillian (Jessome) LeBlanc. She was a member of St. Joseph Parish, Bras d'Or. Helen is survived by her three sons, Sandy, Danny and Robbie. Also left to mourn are her nine grandchildren; sisters, Juanita Day, Mae MacLean, Rosella Steele, Elaine Wheeler and Marguerite MacIntyre and her brothers, Purvis, Garfield, Daniel, Georgie, Douglas and Louis. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joe; brothers, Benjamin, Clarence, Ambrose, Stephen and Richard and her sister, Sr. Marie LeBlanc of St. Martha's. Visitation for Helen will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Wednesday), Dec. 11, 2013, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A celebration of her life will take place on Thursday, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Sandy MacNeil officiating. The burial will be in the parish cemetery. A reception will be held in the parish hall, after the service. Donations in Helen's memory may be made to St. Joseph Parish Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. John 'Johnny' Weir Born In: New Aberdeen Born: December 28th, 1923 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 8th, 2013 John Allister 'Johnny' Weir, 90, passed away on Dec. 8, 2013, at Taigh Na Mara Veteran's Home in Glace Bay, N.S. He was born on Nov. 28, 1923 in New Aberdeen, Glace Bay to George Brenton and Hannah (MacDonald) Weir. Following radio school in Saint John, N.B., he joined the air force and received more telecommunication training in Montreal. He joined the air force and was stationed in Newfoundland and Ontario, where he taught communications, radio and Morse Code to the pilots who were to fight overseas. After the Second World War, he worked for both the Department of Transport and the Canadian Coast Guard in Telecommunications (ship-to-shore and air-to-shore radio) which took him to places such as Canso, N.S.; Resolution Island, Nunavut; Camperdown, N.S.; In 1957 he relocated to Sable Island, N.S. with his wife Lillian 'Lil' and two young daughters, Grace and Helen, to take charge of the radio station. After moving home to Coxheath in 1960, their third daughter, Velma, was born in 1961. Johnny and Lil resided in a bungalow that they built on the Mira River and later became Snowbirds, visiting Sarasota, Florida every year. On July 28, 1998 Johnny had the honour of sending the last Morse Code message at the Coast Guard College in Point Edward, Cape Breton. Johnny was a walking encyclopedia of jokes. He played hockey in the air force and was a fan of baseball, golf, fishing, boating, Seinfeld, and big band music. He loved to sing and play his ukulele. Johnny kept up with changes in information technology throughout his life. He was predeceased by his wife, Lillian (Phillips) Weir; his parents, George and Hannah; his three sisters, Katherine 'Kay' Cody, Prudence 'Prudy' Pike, Norberta 'Bubs' Collins and one nephew, Marvin Pike. He is survived by his three daughters, Grace (Glenn) Illsley of Brookfield, N.S.; Helen (Alan) Spinney of Moncton, N.B. and Velma (Cal) King of Sault Ste Marie, Ont.; his grandchildren, Lisa (Jazz) Gado of Hong Kong; Susan (Darren Maiden) Illsley of Hong Kong; Kaitlyn King of Sault Ste Marie, Ont. and Colin King of Sault Ste Marie; his brother-in-law, Jimmy Collins of Glace Bay; nephew, David (Ena Gwen) Jones of Ottawa Ont., several other nieces and nephews, and long time family friend Rita MacIsaac of Inverness. The family would like to thank the physicians and staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Williston House, Taigh Na Mara Veterans Home and Forest Haven (for cremation and burial). A gathering to celebrate Johnny's life will be held in the Newgen Room at Days Inn, Kings Road, Sydney on Friday, Dec. 13, 2013 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to charities of your choice. The family can be reached at [email protected] or by phoning 902-890-2704. Faye Rich Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: December 8th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our wife, mother, sister and grandmother, Faye Rich on Dec. 8, 2013 in Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Halifax. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Helen (Miller) Hachey. Faye worked at the Maple Hill Manor for a number of years. As a homemaker, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved to play bingo, baking and her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She is survived by her loving husband, Micky; sons, Michael (Virginia), Kenny (Michelle) and daughter, Leah (Allie) Leadbeater; brother, Ken (Diane) Hachey; grandchildren, Brittney, Leanne, Stephanie, Cody, Morgan and Duncan, also four great-grandchildren. Faye is also survived by her Aunt Linda Rushton and special cousin, Faye Corkum. Besides her parents she was also predeceased by her sister, Janice (McGreevy) and uncle, Cyril Rushton. There will be no visitation, a private burial will take place. Arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations can be made to the Maple Hill Manor. To send online condolence to the family go to: www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Theresa MacIsaac Born In: Sydney Born: February 25th, 1912 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 8th, 2013 Theresa MacIsaac, age 101, passed away at the MacGillvray Guest Home on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013. Born in Sydney on Feb. 25, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anita (Sataeu) Martinello. She was a member of Sacred Heart parish, Sydney. Theresa was a person who loved knitting, cooking and crafts as well as years ago, being an avid bridge player with her many friends. She is survived by sons, Arthur (Carol Ann), Ottawa, David 'Buddy' (Jennie), Sydney Forks, Ronald (Mary), Dartmouth and Alex (Bernice), Glace Bay. Theresa will be greatly missed by her 12 grandchildren, Bobby, Keith, Carolyn, Carol Ann, Diane, Kenny, Jennifer, Susanne, Scott, Jamie, Alison, and Blair; also 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter and sister-in-law, Annie Martinello. Besides her parents, Theresa was predeceased by her husband, David in1986; brothers, Andrew, Louie, and Edward and sisters, Rita Smith and Violet Richards. She was also predeceased by a grandson, David. As per Theresa's wishes, there will be no visitation; the funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Memorial donations may be made to MacGillivray Guest Home or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com EXTRA TO CB DEATHS****** Jessome remembered as great storyteller - Longtime newsman died Monday at 88 SYDNEY - A longtime newsman is being remembered for his talent and his love of storytelling. Bill Jessome, a pioneer in television news and broadcast journalism, died Monday night in Halifax at age 88. "He spoke to people at all levels and ages," said former colleague Greg Boone, who worked with Jessome at CJCB television in the 1980s. "He made it interesting because he had this particular air or approach of making a story sound like you were hearing it across a kitchen table, or hearing it from somebody over the fence, or around the street corner." An early career highlight for Bill Jessome was this interview with American actress Lauren Bacall in 1953 during his time working as a journalist in Boston. Born in Sydney in 1925, Jessome grew up in Whitney Pier, a multicultural community he remained strongly connected to throughout his life. He was also a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas in the Italian campaign as an 18-year-old. After returning home, he met and married his wife Rose, and together they moved to the United States where Jessome began his television career as an actor. During this time, he appeared on American television shows "Route 66," "Rawhide" and "Gunsmoke." He diverted into the news business in the 1950s, snagging an interview with American actress and model Lauren Bacall - an early career highlight. He eventually moved back to Cape Breton to anchor an evening newscast at CJCB television, which eventually became part of ATV, then CTV. With the launch of the larger networks, Jessome was given a regional format that provided him a larger platform and a larger audience. He continued on with the network in Halifax where he shared news and feature stories, including his popular Maritime Mysteries feature series. He was also the longtime host of the Cape Breton broadcast of the CTV "Christmas Daddies Telethon," which helps underprivileged children in the Maritimes. CBC News reporter Phonse Jessome said his uncle inspired him to become a newsman and was a constant inspiration in his day-to-day work. "I watched his work and how he approached a story and that amazing gift he had for telling a complex story in a simple way and finding the humanity in any story," said Phonse. "I work every day to try to emulate that style and that approach to news gathering because I learned that from Bill and I know it to be the best way to report. " Jessome said his uncle was not only a great storyteller, but a pioneer in the industry, starting a news broadcast when there really was no television news. Earlier this year, Jessome was recognized with a lifetime achievement award from the Radio Television Digital News Directors Association of the Electronic Journalists of Canada. Prior to his death, Jessome was working on a memoir, which his nephew says is close to completion. "Bill was a writer first and foremost," said Phonse. "He always had a notebook in his hand, always taking notes. ... At the computer by five in the morning for a couple of hours writing before breakfast. Bill always loved the story more than anything, and he just had that gift to broadcast a story well, so that's where he found his home was in broadcast." Jessome was predeceased by his wife Rose and stepson Richard. Visitation will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Friday from 2-4 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Holy Redeemer Church on Victoria Road, Whitney Pier on Saturday at 11 a.m. A reception will follow in the church basement.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 10, 2013 Tuesday There were 6 obituaries published today Penelope 'Babe' Cox - 75 yrs Theresa MacIsaac - 101 yrs Donald Emery 'Jim' Read - 67 yrs Robert James 'Jimmy' Lund - 88 yrs Mamie Lavinia MacKenzie - 99 yrs Clifford Douglas Mader - 90 yrs Penelope 'Babe' Cox Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 9th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Penelope 'Babe', 75 on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by her family. Born in Glace Bay, Penelope was the daughter of the late William and Penelope (O'Regan) Currie. Penelope grew up in New Aberdeen and went on to pursue a career in teaching. She taught at Gannon Road School, Sydney Mines, and St. Anne's School, Glace Bay, until early retirement due to health issues. Penelope was a beautiful singer and in her early years would sing mass at St. John's Church. She had a passion for logic problem puzzles, enjoyed watching the Blue Jays and Nancy Grace. She was also well known in the community for her fortune-telling abilities. Never a person to shy away from a good debate as she loved to express her views on world problems. But her greatest love of all were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren who she doted on and they loved listening to Ba's stories of the old days. She will be sadly missed by her loving children, Deborah (Bradley) Reid, Dominion, William Jr. (Anita), Glace Bay; sisters, Bernice (Currie) Jim, Sydney, Catherine (Charlie Browner), Dominion, Valentina Hall (Gerald), Glace Bay; brothers, Francis (Shirley) Currie, Ignatius (Jackie) Currie, David (Margaret) Currie, Glace Bay; sister-in-law, Dorothy 'Dot' Murphy, Glace Bay; grandchildren, Ashley (Bruce Strong), Holly Reid (Matthew) and Clinton Reid, Dominion, Brady and Johnathan Cox, Glace Bay; step-grandchildren, Stephanie, Shaylene, Alexander Budden, Glace Bay; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Nicholas and Joshua Strong, Dominion; numerous nieces and nephews, who all loved her wit and humour. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William, brothers, William and Joseph, sister, Mary. At Penelope's request cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. The family will have a private funeral service at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. The interment will be at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.jmcurryfuneralhome.com. Theresa MacIsaac Born In: Sydney Born: February 25th, 1912 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 8th, 2013 Theresa MacIsaac, age 101, passed away at the MacGillvray Guest Home on Sunday, December 8, 2013. Born in Sydney on February 25, 1912 she was the daughter of the late Michael and Anita (Sataeu) Martinello. She was a member of Sacred Heart parish, Sydney. Theresa was a person who loved knitting, cooking and crafts as well as years ago, being an avid bridge player with her many friends. She is survived by sons Arthur (Carol Ann), Ottawa, David 'Buddy' (Jenny), Sydney, Ronald (Mary), Dartmouth, and Alex (Bernice), Glace Bay. Theresa will be greatly missed by her 12 grandchildren Bobby, Keith, Carolyn, Carol Ann, Diane, Kenny, Jennifer, Susanne, Scott, Jamie, Alison, and Blair; also 16 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter and sister-in-law Annie Martinello. Besides her parents, Theresa was predeceased by her husband David in1986; brothers Andrew, Louie, and Edward, and sisters Rita Smith and Violet Richards. She was also predeceased by a grandson, David. As per Theresa's wishes, there will be no visitation; the funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Memorial donations may be made to MacGillivray Guest Home or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Donald 'Jim' Read Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: December 9th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts and deepest sorrow that we announce the death of Donald Read who passed peacefully at home on Monday, December 9, 2013. Born in NFLD he is survived by his daughter Stephanie (John Woodfine), Sydney Mines; brothers Vernon (Deanna), Montreal, George (Annie), Little Pond, Frank (Caroline), Lower Scakville, Ronnie (Sheila) Yarmouth as well as two grandchildren; Nicole and Kristi Gerrow and many neices and nephews. Jim is predeceased by his parents Percy and Laura Read; wife Christina (Teeny) Read; son Donald; brothers Calvin and Albert and his sister Lillian Read. As per Jim's request there will be no service. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of the Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Online condolences may be sent to www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. "You will be forever loved and missed" Robert 'Jimmy' Lund Passed in: Marion Bridge Passed on: December 9th, 2013 Robert James Lund, a long-time resident of Dutch Brook, who, for the past four years, resided with his daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Terry Peters of Marion Bridge, passed away Monday, December 9, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. He was an adherent of Bethel Presbyterian Church, Sydney. A welder by trade, Jimmy worked at Sydney Steel for 42 years. He enjoyed working on cars in his garage, fishing in Wreck Cove and snowmobiling with his many friends. Jimmy is survived by his daughters, Lillian (Chester) and Debbie (Terry) Peters, Marion Bridge and sons, Joseph 'Bobby' (Estelle), Howie Centre and Gerald (Bill), Sydney River. He had a special place in his heart for his two grandsons, Jason (Terri-Lynn) Lund and Chris (Tammy) Peters, as well as his great-grandchildren, Brandon Zablaska, Kyla and Chloe Lund and Brady and Cassidy Peters and Jamie Lynn Oakley. Jimmy also leaves behind his siblings, Marg Reid, Connie Ireland, Joyce Keigan and brother, Donnie. Besides his parents, Robert and Effie (Hanson) Lund, Jimmy was predeceased by his loving wife, Evelyn, sister, Florence and brothers, Edward, John, Gerry, Billy and Earl. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Bethel Presbyterian Church on Friday 11 a.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment in Oakfield Cemetery, Marion Bridge. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Society of Canada or the Diabetes Association. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Mamie MacKenzie Born In: Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: March 8th, 1914 Passed in: Pictou Passed on: December 7th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the death of our mother, sister, aunt and friend on Saturday, December 7, 2013 in Pictou at the Maritime Oddfellows Home, Pictou, where she resided for the last four years. She formerly lived in Antigonish and Halifax. Born in Antigonish on March 8, 1914, she was the eldest of eight children of the late Aubrey and Lillian (Crittenden) Williams of Mulgrave. She will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by her daughter Judith and son-in-law David Trumbo of Pictou. She married John Hugh MacKenzie of Christmas Island in Toronto on September 1, 1941 and graduated as a Registered Nurse from St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing, Glace Bay, in 1942. Mamie moved to Pictou in 1998 to be closer to her mother and her sisters. Surviving are her sisters Irene Brydges, Pictou, NS and Shirley Picken, Hamilton, ON; brother Gary (Norah) of Qualicum Beach, BC, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by John Hugh on February 29, 1988; sisters Mona Higgins, Bernice Williams and brothers Sumner and Earle. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be at C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish on Thursday, December 12 from 11 a.m. until time of funeral at 1 p.m. in St. Ninian's Cathedral with Father Martin MacDougall presiding. If it is your wish to make a donation in Mamie's memory, please consider a donation to the Maritime Oddfellows Home in Pictou for use in their palliative care program, or to the charity of your choice. Mamie will be remembered, missed, mourned and never forgotten. She was a great lady! Clifford Mader Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: August 7th, 1923 Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Passed on: December 5th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the death of Clifford Douglas Mader on December 5, 2013. Born in Sydney Nova Scotia, he spent most of his life there and moved to Edmonton in 2003 to be closer to family. He coached a number of young people in hockey, baseball and track, winning many local and provincial titles. Cliff loved horses and for a time owned some quarter horses that he raced in Nova Scotia and PEI. He was involved in the forming of CUPE in 1963 and became the first president of the eastern region. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and was very proud of the service he performed for his country. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Emily, as well as his children, Chris (Syd) Wentzell, Nadine Sturko, Richard Mader, Dorothy (Colin) Isted, Gail (David) Butler, Gary (Toni) Mader and Nancy (Roger) Belanger. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Clifford in 2010. Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints, 10980-142 Street, Edmonton, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 11:30 am.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 09, 2013 Monday There were 7 obituaries published today Philip Douglas Martin - 52 yrs Donald Hugh 'Donnie' MacIsaac - 77 yrs Theresa Ella MacDermid - 83 yrs Clifford Douglas Mader - Sharon Kelloway - 58 yrs Noel Stamper - 58 yrs George Henry Crane - 83 yrs Philip Douglas Martin Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 8th, 2012 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Philip Martin on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of William and Dolores (Richards) Martin. He was a painter by trade, and was the caretaker of St. Anthony Daniel Church for many years. He was a Chicago Blackhawks fan, he enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking. He enjoyed the simple things in life, spending time with his family, friends and his cat Sammy. Phil was also known as 'Luke' or 'Coach', he coached baseball for many years, winning the Nationals in '98 and representing Canada at the World Series in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Besides his parents, Willie and Dolores, Phil is survived by his wife, Joan (MacDonald) Martin; his son, Philip Douglas Jr. (Magen), Halifax; brothers, Dale (Karen) Martin, Portage, Willie (Shelley) Martin, Sydney, Blair (Barbara) Martin, Sydney River, Billie (Paula) Richards, Trenton. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Rita MacDonald and Theresa (Matthew) Jacobs; brother-in-law, Jimmy MacDonald; aunts, uncles and cousins; his nieces and nephews, Chris and Geoff Richards, Joshua and his goddaughter, Kelsey 'Princess' Martin and Michael Martin, Brad Jacobs, Chris and Shawn Newell, great-grandnephew, Evan as well as his best friend, Dan MacDonald. Phil was predeceased by his grandparents, Mabel and Dan Richards and Agnes and Ernest Martin, his mother and father-in-law, Mary and Harold MacDonald. Visitation will be held today, Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 6-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place 11 a.m.,Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, at Holy Rosary Church with Fr. Douglas Murphy officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the An Cala Unit, CRRH or the Palliative Care Unit, CBRH. Online condolences may be sent to ou Donald Hugh 'Donnie' MacIsaac Born: December 6th, 1936 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with much sadness and many broken hearts that we announce the passing of of Donald 'Donnie' Hugh MacIsaac on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regionnal Hospital. Born on Sept. 29, 1936, the son of the late Alexander and Effie MacIsaac. Donnie leaves to mourn his wife of 39 year Jackie (McPherson); brother, Robert (Lillian) MacIsaac; sisters, Norma Curnew, Isabel (Butch) MacDonald, Anna (Weldon) Smith, Sandra ( Junior) MacDonald, Alex ( Junior) Crouse, Louanne ( Joey ) MacDonald; stepdaughter, Bernadette McPherson; sisters-in-law, Irene MacIsaac and Lucy MacIsaac; aunt, Helen Stewart. Donnie was predeceased by brothers, Norman and Stewart, sisters, Eva Whidden and Myra Darroch. Also left to mourn are numerous neices and nephews and many close friends, Darryl, Fox, Melvin, Josie, Kevin and Paul to name only a few. Donnie was an active member and caretaker of Warden united church in Glace Bay. He was also of member of the senior citizens and pensioners club where he enjoyed a good game of pool and a better game of cards. Donnie was a welder by trade having worked for Shaw & MacDonald during his career. Donnie had a wonderful sense of humour and was there to help out anyone in time of need. The memories are plenty and will last forever. Visitation will take place at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, today (Monday, Dec. 9) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10, under the direction of Rev. Clayton Austin at Warden United Church. Interment at a later date. We would like to Thank the nurses and physicians of the emergency departments at the Glace Bay and regional hospitals and the Intensive Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Warden United Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com. Theresa MacDermid Born: September 24th, 1930 Passed in: Big Bras d'Or Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Theresa MacDermid (MacIntosh) on Dec. 6, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Theresa, Ma, Nannie, Great-Nan; a woman of many names, but a singular heart. Hers was a heart that loved gently, supported powerfully, worried wonderfully and comforted like few others. Her love took many forms. Often it was felt in a full stomach: in a warm biscuit or cinnamon roll, a hot bowl of soup or a delicious piece of pie. To some it meant quiet wisdom as she listened, comforted and supported them through one of life's many quandaries. For many others it was felt in a quick hand and a quick wit at the card table. She was sometimes spotted bicycling with her sisters, on their way for a swim. Later she could often be found riding next to her loving husband of 45 years, Donald, to places like Kempt Head, the Cape, Florida, to town, to Baddeck, and other places where they would meet some of the many cherished people of their lives (so often with children in tow). In her golden years she continued to live to the very fullest. Ever thoughtful, ever giving, never dull, simply put Š a queen of hearts. Theresa was the daughter of the late James and Katie MacIntosh. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Maureen (Keith) MacLeod, Donald (Vicki) MacDermid and Lynn (Gerald) Dunlop; grandchildren, Dale (Stephanie), Ryan (Megan) and Melissa, Erica (Conan), Angela (Conrad), Lindsey (Marc) and Malcolm, Kaleigh, Andrew, Theresa-Ann (Bruce) and James; sisters, Mary Murphy and Margaret Sexton; great-grandchildren, Thea, Lawson, Cohen, Alayna and Abbigail; also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.She was predeceased by her husband Donald, sister Eva Snow, brother Dougie and brother John, who died in infancy. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Northside General Hospital and Dr. Bernie MacIntosh and Dr. Charlie Coish for their outstanding care and compassion prior to her passing.Visitation will take place at the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home at 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney, on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral celebrating her life will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at St. James Presbyterian Church, Big Bras d'Or, with Rev. Peter MacDonald officiating. Reception to follow in the church basement. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice.Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Clifford Mader Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: August 7th, 1923 Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Passed on: December 5th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the death of Clifford Douglas Mader on December 5, 2013. Born in Sydney Nova Scotia, he spent most of his life there and moved to Edmonton in 2003 to be closer to family. He coached a number of young people in hockey, baseball and track, winning many local and provincial titles. Cliff loved horses and for a time owned some quarter horses that he raced in Nova Scotia and PEI. He was involved in the forming of CUPE in 1963 and became the first president of the eastern region. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and was very proud of the service he performed for his country. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Emily, as well as his children, Chris (Syd) Wentzell, Nadine Sturko, Richard Mader, Dorothy (Colin) Isted, Gail (David) Butler, Gary (Toni) Mader and Nancy (Roger) Belanger. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Clifford in 2010. Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints, 10980-142 Street, Edmonton, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 11:30 am. Sharon Kelloway Passed on: December 7th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts and found memories we announce the passing of Sharon Kelloway, 58, of Glace Bay. Sharon passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, Sharon was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Vickers) O'Neill. Sharon held a masters degree in social work and was employed with Children's Aid in Sydney and presently as a medical social worker at the Glace Bay Hospital. Sharon was an avid traveller; she also enjoyed golf and was a member of St. Anne's Choir. Sharon was a very compassionate, personable and nurturing person. Sharon was a planner, second to none. There was nothing she left to chance. Sharon will be dearly missed by her loving sons, Bryan, Matthew, both of Glace Bay, and Christopher, Halifax; sisters, Betty (Billy Metcalfe) O'Neill;. Glace Bay; brother, Shaun (Barbara) O'Neill, Ben Eion; niece, Georgia; nephews, Edgar, Shaun Edward, George and Ian. Sharon's family are honoring her wishes. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Sharon will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013, at St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A reception will be held in the church foyer. Interment will follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Donations in Sharon's memory may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences to the Kelloway family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Noel Stamper Born In: North Sydney Passed in: Scotch Lake Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister, aunt, cousin and friend, Noel Stamper, on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Kenwood Hall, Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (McBride) Stamper. Noel lived most of her life in Scotch Lake, before moving to Stevens Rest Home in North Sydney and most recently, at Harbourstone. Noel was a kind and loving person who loved spending time with family and being spoiled by her siblings and their children. She enjoyed dancing, step dancing and playing the spoons. Noel spent many years at the Haley Street Adult Services Centre, in North Sydney and always looked forward to the arrival of the bus that would take her there. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or. Noel is survived by her siblings, Anna O'Neil, Alder Point, Theresa Campbell, Scarborough, Ont., Johnena McDonald, New Waterford, Mary Frances Stamper, Dartmouth, Kitty (Sid) Jessome, Scotch Lake, Marlene (Joe) Kennedy, Toronto, Cecile 'Bridie' (Michael) Bishop, North Sydney, Blair, Scotch Lake; also by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, John, Alex, Jimmy, sisters, Jean MacIntyre, Sally Currie, Angela Stamper, Linda Mott, brothers-in-law, Buddy Currie and Roy Campbell. Visitation for Noel will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Monday, in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Haley Street Adult Services Centre or the Alzheimer Society of N.S. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. George Henry Crane Born In: Sydney Passed in: Whitney Pier Passed on: December 6th, 2013 We regret to announce the passing of George Henry Crane, on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John and Lena (Launay) Crane. George was an active member of St. Alban's parish. Throughout his life, dad held many positions. He started working for the coal piers, moved to Sydney Steel Plant, Liquid Air and finished his career working for Sydney Steel Oxygen plant. Throughout that time dad was a wonderful handy man spending many hours helping others. Dad was very active in sports. He held the No. 1 position in bowling winning several tournaments and trophies. His soccer team, the Broadway Ramblers went on to win the Nova Scotia Championship. Mom and Dad spent many happy moments dancing, enjoying their favorite local bands especially Debbie and Michelle and Dinky Cameron. He spent many evenings listening to his Newfoundland music. For several years, he and Mom enjoyed playing darts and shuffleboard at the Pensioners club. Dad was a remarkable man, a loving family man, the greatest Santa and the best dishwasher on the planet. He was happiest when his home was full of friends and family. George was a devoted loving husband of Sue; dear father of Sue (Donald) MacPhee, Victoria Mines, Ruth (Blair Rice) MacNeil, B.C., Debbie Crane, Sydney, Blair Crane, and the late David Crane, Sydney; and special daughters, Darlene (Kerry) MacDonald, Ont., Kathy (Sandy) Bennett, Sydney, Arlene (Phil) Asquith, B.C.; grandfather to Shane, Kim, Melissa, Ian, Darren, Roberta, Shawna, Ronnie, Dean, Tracey, Justin, Emily and Declan; special granddaughter Baby Blair; great-grandfather to Cody, Spencer, Emma, Rowan and Rylan. Also survived by several brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place Monday, 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. in St. Albans Church with Archdeacon Brenda Drake officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be to St. Alban's Memorial Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] We cried when you passed away, We still cry today. Although we loved you dearly, We couldn't make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, that he only takes the best.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 07, 2013 Saturday There were 4 obituaries published today Joyce Georgina Carolyn Hudson - 80 yrs Peter Dan MacKinnon - 68 yrs Roy Gregory McMullin - 81 yrs Mary Margaret Dobson - 90 yrs Joyce Hudson Born In: Springhill Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: December 4th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, Joyce Hudson, on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Springhill, NS, she was the daughter of the late James and Elsie (Reiley) Ryan. Joyce had been a successful real estate agent in the Moncton area for many years and at one time was vice-president of the Moncton Real Estate Association. She enjoyed painting in Cape Breton and Pugwash and had been a member of the Cape Breton Artist Association. Joyce's greatest pleasure was entertaining family and friends she and her husband Doug met, wherever they lived. She was loved by family and friends and found gentleness and sweetness in her last few years with dear friend, Vern Westhaver. Joyce is survived by her daughters, Dawn and Kelly ("son" Doug Rose); her grandson, Ryan; granddaughter, Heather (Jason) King; great grandchildren, Dahlyla and Hudson and her sisters, Lois, Marilyn and Susan. She was predeceased by her husband, Doug and brothers, Doug, Jimmy and Glennie. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff of Creative Care, at the Cove Guest Home, especially Janice Burton; Dr. Archibald, Dr. Ritter and the staff of En Cala unit of the CB Regional Hospital, for the loving care shown to Joyce during her illness. We will be forever grateful. Also, a very special thank you to Dianne Sibley-Rushton, for the help and guidance you provided our family during this difficult time in our lives. Joyce is on her way to a place of eternal love and would wish her family and friends to carry forth the love she herself showed to everyone she met. There will be no visitation or funeral service by her request. Joyce will be interred beside her husband Doug, at a graveside service to be held at a later date in Pine Grove Cemetery, Oxford, NS. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Peter MacKinnon Born In: Capstick Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with deep sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Peter Dan MacKinnon. Peter was surrounded by his family when he passed away on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013 at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Capstick, he was the son of the late Donald A. and Jessie Florence (Burton) MacKinnon. Peter had many loves in life, family being the first. He had a special relationship with all of his immediate family and those of his extended family; especially his grand-nephew, Jason Keigan 'Buddy'. Peter was very much a people person spending his mornings chatting with many patrons at Tim Hortons, walking around Indian Beach chatting with anyone. He loved to go out in the boat fishing and spent much of his life working either as a woodsman or fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Darlene Hawley; daughters, Idella Matheson (Paul), Cora Blake (Dave), Wanda Pye (Gilbert), Kim MacLean, Wendy MacLean (Jackie); son, Jason MacLean (Nora), and special grandson Scott Pye. Peter was the eldest brother to Elizabeth MacKinnon (Sandy), Sadie MacKinnon (Hector), Johnny (Gordena), Lewis (Pinny), Katie Groves (Leonard), Donald (Cindy), Jean Forest (Benny), Alex (Sarah), Nora (Jason), Denise MacAskill (John), and Anthony (Karen). He was predeceased by his son, Clarence Pye, also by his siblings, Millie Wayne, Joan, Nellie, Myles, and Bernie MacKinnon. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. until the time of the Celebration of Life Service at 2 p.m. from the chapel with the Dianne Kempt; DLM officiating. Interment at a later date. We would like to thank Dr. Knott and the nurses on 4 West at the Northside General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Northside General Hospital. Email condolences may be sent to fillmoreandwhitman.com. Roy McMullin Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 4th, 2013 It is with profound sadness that we the family announce the death of our father and husband Roy McMullin, who passed away peacefully on Dec. 4, 2013, at home with his wife, Shirley and daughter, Debbie by his side. Born in Reserve Mines, he was the son of the late Malcolm and Flora (Morrison) McMullin. Roy spent 26 years in the signals branch of the Canadian military before retiring to his home in Glace Bay in 1978. During his military service he was deployed twice to Cyprus as a peace keeper. Roy's legacy carries forward in his passion for music, which lasted a lifetime. His home was always warmed by his singing and guitar playing, a gift he has passed on to his children and grandchildren. Roy is survived by his wife of 56 years, Shirley; daughter, Debbie, Dominion; sons, Dale (Marilyn), Roy (Sheila), of Ontario. Grampy will be missed by his loving grandchildren, Chauntelle, Danielle, Jessica, Michael, Robyn and Taylor and his great-grandchild, Jace; as well as his constant companion his cat, Molly. Roy held a special place in his heart for his niece, Theresa McNeil and nieces, Patsy Hill, Donalda McNeil, Darlene Brewer and grandniece, Kim McNeil Price. Roy was the youngest of Malcolm and Flora's 12 children and the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was predeceased by his brothers, Mickey, Danny, Ebb, Naish, Joseph, John, Bunny, Archie and his sisters, Flora, Margaret & Mary. Roy was also predeceased by twin sons in infancy and his brother-in-law and best friend, 'Snoopy' Jimmy Brewer. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford 862-7500. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Roy's life will take place on Monday, Dec. 9th at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A luncheon will be held in the church. All are welcome. Donations in Roy's memory can be made to Palliative Care. To send online condolences go to: www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Shirley would like to thank the Palliative Care, VON and Homecare for their help with caring for Roy and their continuing support. Thank you. "A Fallen Limb A limb has fallen from the family tree I hear a voice that whispers, 'Grieve not for me' Remember the best times, the laughter, and the songs The good I lived while I was strong Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you Keep on smiling, the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest Remembering allŠhow I was truly blessed Continue traditions, no matter how small Go on with your lives, don't stare at the wall I miss you all dearly so keep up your chin Until that fine day we're together again." Mary 'Margaret' Dobson Born In: Boston Passed in: Georges River Passed on: December 5th, 2013 We, the daughters of Margaret, regretfully announce her death at home, on Dec. 5, 2013. Born in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of James and Edith (Morrison) MacDonald. She had Cape Breton roots, being descendant of the Morrisons of Mira, the MacDonalds of French Road, the Petries of Low Point and the Sellons of Englishtown. She was brought up in Boston and New York but lived in Cape Breton since her marriage. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Charles in 1981 and her brother, James Stephen in 1975. She is survived by her two daughters, Cory and Diana, both of Georges River. Those who knew Margaret will remember her for her wisdom, wit, honesty, generosity of spirit, remarkable memory and passion for books. To us she was the very best a mother could be and we will miss her terribly. We wish to thank the Cape Breton County Homemakers for their kind and dedicated service. We could not have managed without them. There will be no visitation. In accordance with her wishes, cremation will take place, followed by interment of ashes privately in the family graveyard on the Morrison Road. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice in Margaret's memory. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 06, 2013 Friday There were 3 obituaries published today Mildred "Millie" Mary Lewis - 87 yrs Nelson Earl Latimer - 76 yrs Arthur Mercer - 69 yrs Mildred 'Millie' Mary Lewis Born In: Waltham, Canada Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: December 5th, 2013 We the family regret to announce the passing of Mildred 'Millie' Lewis, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013. Millie was born in Waltham, Mass. To the late Simon and Delvina (Muise) LeBlanc. Millie was a member of the Branch 12 women's auxiliary, and Club 55. She was also a member of the pensioners club. Millie is survived by daughter, Barbara (Rex) Singer, Sydney; granddaughter, Charlene Pierce; grandson, Chuck Lewis; daughter, Mary Lewis, at home; son, George (Lucy) Lewis, Dartmouth; grandsons, Jason, and Phillip (Sheri); siblings, Albert (Irma) , Shediac, N.B., Willie (Ann), Frenchvale, Marg Brown, Dartmouth; great-grandchildren, Kaitlin and Mikayla Pierce, CJ and Kim Lewis. Millie is also survived by companion Simon Sampson; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Millie was predececeased by her husband, Charles 'Eddie' Lewis, sons, Charlie, daughter-in-law, Jane (Canning) Lewis and Joe LeBlanc. She is also predeceased by siblings, George, Alex, Rita Dearing and Bernadette MacGillvary, also several nieces and nephews. Visitation for Millie will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., from 11-3 p.m., with funeral service to follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in New Calvary Cemetery. Donations may be made to the An Cala Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Nelson Earl Latimer Born In: Arichat Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 5th, 2013 It is with deep sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Nelson Earl Latimer on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Arichat, Isle Madame, he was the son of the late Charles and Augusta (MacArthur) Latimer. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Hazel (Leblanc) Latimer and his five children, Wayne (Muriel), Jody (Joe) Flynn, Karen (Mark) Drisdelle, Tamara (Tracy Riley) and Lori-Anne (Jason) Merlin. He will be greatly missed by his 11 grandchildren, Devon, Jessica and Emily Latimer; Meaghan (Trevor) Mossman, Aaron and Alyssa Flynn; Brittany, Tyler and Jordan Drisdelle; Ethan and Chase Merlin. Surviving siblings are June Oliver, Port Hawkesbury and Arthur 'Artie'(Geraldine), Arichat. Also surviving are many loved nieces and nephews. He will be sorrowfully missed by his many, many friends. Predeceased by sisters, Marion and Shirley Mae and brother, Kenneth 'Buddy' (Bea). Nelson was an elder and member of St. George's Anglican Church. Having graduated top of his class from trade school receiving his carpentry certificate, he was employed with Municipal Ready Mix (1957-1970). In 1970, he became a co-founder of Joneljim Concrete Construction Ltd. Nelson has contributed to the development, enrichment and success of Cape Breton Island throughout his many business endeavours with Stephens Building Supplies, Don Ray Lumber, Donavan's, Rona Arichat, and Sydney Millwork. Nelson was honoured to be inducted into the Cape Breton Hall of Fame in 2009. He was a generous man, quietly helping out many non-profit organizations, individuals, and families in need. He lived by his motto that "If you keep your sleeves rolled up, you'll never lose your shirt." This speaks to his driven work ethic. Nelson believed and practiced the three C's. "People need to be capable, connected and to contribute. With this combination, you'll only have success." Nelson was a devoted family man and was an inspiration to his children and grandchildren. He was a true gentleman, who instilled in his family, values of hard work, modesty, and generosity. He was an avid skier, traveller, and golfer, achieving his third "Hole in One" at the Lakes Golf Course in October, just weeks before entering hospital. The family would like to thank the staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital ICU. Special thanks to Dr. Harless, Dr. Myatt and Janice Black. Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the Church of Christ the King at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, with Rev. Laura McCue officiating. Memorial donations can be made to Camp Breton Dean or a charity of your choice. The last question we ask ourselves when we leave this world is, "Did I make a difference?" Nelson Latimer made a difference. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Arthur Mercer Born In: Sydney Mines Passed in: Ontario Arthur Mercer, 69, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013 in Ontario. Formerly of Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Edith (MacLean) Mercer and Graham Mercer. Survived by twin sister, Tena (Hartley) Froude; sister, Jean (Fred) Aylward; brother, Edward MacLean, all of Ontario and sister, Kay Gorman, Sydney. Also survived by nieces and nephews and aunt, Shirley Voutier, Sydney Mines. Cremation has taken place. Burial in Sydney Mines at a later date.

Thanks for the help, but no luck so far. The guy I am looking for I have quite a bit of info from the war records that one can purchase from LAC. However there is no info on what happened to him after the war. He was wounded. Was in the US in Chicago in 1930 census. Family members say he packed his bags and they did not hear from him again. His record of service are on the Ancestry site (Attestation papers). Hopefully someone can give me some more insight on tracking him down. Alex Sent from Windows Mail

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 05, 2013 Thursday There were 8 obituaries published today Terry Tremblett - 53 yrs Jessie Warr - 88 yrs Alexander Penny - 75 yrs Ada Elizabeth (Cornforth) Waye - 78 yrs John Hector MacAulay - 99 yrs Rodena "Rhoda" MacAulay - 99 yrs Hyman Solomon Goldberg - 82 yrs Edith 'Beth' (Groves) Macpherson - 82 yrs Terry Tremblett Born In: Sydney Mines Born: May 19th, 1960 Passed in: Little Pond Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Terry Tremblett, of Little Pond, Florence. He was the beloved husband and soul-mate of Michelle (Morrison) Tremblett for 35 years, and passed away peacefully surrounded by the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved, on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at home. Born in Sydney Mines on May 19, 1960, he was the son of William and Ester (Butts) Tremblett. Terry was a labourer by trade, and was employed with Locals 92 and 1115 for over 30 years. Besides his wife and parents, Terry leaves behind to mourn his two children, Tara Lee (Stephen) Legacy, Edmonton, Alta., and Justin, Halifax; his two grandchildren, Jace and Jules, who were the sparkles in their Poppy's eyes. He loved them dearly. He is also survived by brothers, Billy (Judy) and Ernie, Sydney Mines, Freddy (Sherry) and Kevin, Surrey, B.C.; and sisters, Doris (Blair) Jessome and Brenda (John) Tremblett. He also leaves behind his longtime friend, Greg Jobes, who will miss their daily drives and coffee runs. Terry leaves behind a close friend and brother-in-law, Paul Morrison (Joanne); sister-in-law, Cathy and many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. Terry was predeceased by a sister, Barbara, and a special nephew, Jason Jessome. Visitation for Terry Tremblett will be held in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home today (Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013), from 7-9 p.m. A celebration of his life will take place on Friday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Fr. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Family flowers only. Donations in Terry's memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit (An Cala) at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Jessie Warr Born In: Bishop's Falls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Passed in: Cole Harbour/North Sydney, Canada Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, stepmother and grandmother Jessie Warr, 88, formerly of North Sydney, on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at Bisset Court Nursing Home in Cole Harbour, N.S. Born in Bishop's Falls, Newfoundland, Jessie was a daughter of the late William and Annie (Locke) Bennett. She was a member of the Pentecostal Church in Sydney and active in the women's ministries of the Church. She worked for a number of years for Northern Electric and the Parker Fountain Pen Company in Ontario. She is survived by her two sons, David (Sonya) Hawkins, Athabasca, Alberta, and Paul (Cindy) Hawkins, Lawrencetown, N.S.; her grandchildren, Carolina, Joshua, Aletia, Crystal and John Hawkins; great-grandchildren, Kallie, Summer, Lauren. She is also survived by a number of stepchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Gordon Hawkins, and her second husband, Norman Warr, her sister, Daisy Fry, and brothers, Roland and Hubert Bennett. Visitation for Jessie will be held from 7-9 p.m., Friday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service at 2 p.m., Saturday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Ron Coole officiating. Burial at a later date in Churchville Cemetery in Ontario. Memorial donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Alexander Penny Born In: North Sydney Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 With sadness we announce the passing of our brother and uncle, Alexander Penny, 75, on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late William and Annie Jane (Hawley) Penny. Alex was a coal miner working in #1 Colliery in Sydney Mines for many years. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. He is survived by his two brothers, Ambrose 'Bud' (Nellie) Penny and Jack (Claudia) Penny, both of North Sydney; and one sister, Sadie MacPherson, Sydney Mines. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers George, Mansel and Gordon Penny. Visitation will be held for Alex for family, close friends and neighbours on Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass to be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart & Stroke Foundation or Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Ada Elizabeth (Cornforth) Waye Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 Ada Elizabeth Waye (née Cornforth), age 78, passed away peacefully on Dec. 3, 2013, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Birch Grove, Ada was the daughter of the late Grace and Henry Cornforth. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she was a life-long member of the Glace Bay Baptist Church and a founding member of the Genevieve Morrison Missionary Group. A beautiful singer and choir soloist, she was a kind and gentle woman who loved her church and family. Those who knew her were blessed. Ada is survived by her husband, Sam Waye; daughters, Phyllis Wallace (Ken, Delaware, OH) and Lisa (Mississauga, Ont.); son, Herb (Christine; Oxford Mills, Ont.); grandchildren, Andrew, Jillian, Michael, Shawn, and great-grandchild, Archer; sisters, Thelma Ashe (Birch Grove), Verta Barrington-Cassleman (Don; Brockville, Ont.), Rhoda Dowe (Larry, Glace Bay) and brother, Earl Cornforth (Marie, Catalone); sister-in-law, Blanche Murrant (Ed, Glace Bay); and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Besides her parents, Ada was predeceased by sisters, Reta King (Albert, Glace Bay), Lena (Ferrara-Durnford-Herbison, Brockville, Ont.), Verna (Sharpe-Brennan; Brockville, Ont.), and brother, George Cornforth (Jean; Brockville, Ont). The funeral service (under the care of Patten Funeral Home) will be held at the Glace Bay Baptist Church on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at 2 p.m., followed by interment at Greenwood Cemetery with Pastor Gary Dillon officiating. There will be a reception afterwards at the Glace Bay Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Renal Dialysis Unit or a charity of one's choice. John Hector MacAulay Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 12th, 2008 A memorial service for the late Hector MacAulay who passed away Nov. 12, 2008, will be held along with his wife, Rhoda at 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Sydney Memorial Chapel, with Rev. Thomas Whent officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery at a later date. Rodena 'Rhoda' MacAulay Born In: Framboise Richmond County Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodena 'Rhoda' MacAulay on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at Mira Bay, Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Framboise, Richmond Co., she was the daughter of the late George and Mary (MacInnis) Morrison. Rhoda was a member of St. Andrew's United Church. She also enjoyed membership in the UCW, Ashby Guild, Rebekah Lodge and Home and School Association. She is survived by her sons, Gordon and Darrell, Sydney; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and brother, Murdock Morrison, Thunder Bay, Ont. Besides her parents, Rhoda was predeceased by her husband of 74 years, Hector, four sons, Donald, John, Ken and Philip, three daughters, Barbara, Lorraine and Norma, three brothers, Donald John, Kenny Angus and John J., and three sisters, Jessie, Mary Jane and Malena Amero. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Thomas Whent officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery at a later date. We cannot thank the staff of Mira Bay, Harbourstone enough for their love and care of our mother over the years. Thank you all so very much. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cancer Society. Condolences may sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Hyman Solomon Goldberg Born In: Seattle Washington Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 Hyman Solomon Goldberg, 82, passed away at Parkstone Enhanced Care nursing home in Halifax on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, with his family by his side. 'Hymie', known by his friends, was born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Saint John, N.B. He spent his working life in Sydney, N.S., where he raised his family. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dalhousie University in 1953. Upon graduation, he went to work for his father in Glace Bay to help run a scrapyard business known as, Metal Processors Limited. He went back to university as a mature student, where he completed his Bachelor and Masters degrees in Education from Acadia and St. F.X. universities. In 1969, he joined the Nova Scotia Eastern Institute of Technology as an instructor and retired at the University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) in 1994. During his tenure at UCCB, he served as Director of the Performing Arts Series. In this role, he was responsible for attracting such world-renowned musicians as, classical guitarists, Liona Boyd and Michael Laucke, jazz legend, Oliver Jones and harpist, Loreena McKennitt. In 1977, he wrote and produced a documentary on Maritime Jewry that aired on CBC Radio. The documentary spoke to the challenges of growing up Jewish in small communities and the many challenges Jews faced when first arriving in the Maritimes from Eastern Europe. It featured the choir from Sydney's Temple Sons of Israel Synagogue, as well as several interviews with Jewish youth and seniors from communities throughout Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. In the mid 1980s, he and his wife, Rosalyn owned and operated a plant and gift boutique in Sydney. Upon retirement, he became heavily involved in the Sydney synagogue, The Temple Sons of Israel. With his lovely voice, he served as the local cantor, performing the Friday night and Saturday morning services. He also took art lessons in retirement and became an accomplished oil painter of seascapes.He was a huge fan of music, particularly the big band jazz era of the 1940s and the singer-songwriter era of the 1960s and 70s. Hymie was a loving and devoted husband and father. He cherished his wife, Rosalyn. He was heavily involved in his children's lives. He rarely missed a hockey game, a dance recital or dinner theatre production where his kids participated. He had a special place in his heart for his only grandchild, Sarah. Hymie is survived by his brother, Srole (George Schwalbe), Montreal; sister, Esther (Leonard Meiselman), Bedford, Massachusetts; brother-in-law, Lionel (Linda) Hirsch, Sydney; daughters, Lisa Goldberg, Halifax, and Rinah Goldberg (Chris Richards), Calgary; son, Lyle Goldberg (Della Morrison), Halifax; and granddaughter, Sarah Goldberg, Halifax. He was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Bessie (Magonet) Goldberg and wife, Rosalyn (Hirsch). The family would especially like to thank the staff at Melville Heights, Arborstone, Parkstone Enhanced Care, and the Extended Care Paramedics for their dedicated support to Hymie during the last eight years of his life. A memorial service will be held Friday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel, 49 Welton St., Sydney. Interment in the Hebrew Cemetery. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Jewish Immigrant Aid Services Canada or World Wildlife Fund Canada. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Edith 'Beth' (Groves) Macpherson Dec. 24, 1931 - Dec. 1, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden, but peaceful passing of Beth. She is survived by three daughters, Edie (Dennis) Mockford, Susan (Allan) Pilotte and Jane ( Jean) Whiting; grandchildren, Angela (Todd) Kootenay, Ashley Whiting, Christie (Lyle) Reimer; two great- grandchildren, Ethan and Avery; as well as many close family and friends. She will be greatly missed by her furry friends. Beth was predeceased by her husband James. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Lillian Macpherson of Sydney, Nova Scotia. A Celebration of Life will take place at 11 a.m. on Dec. 5, 2013, at Connelly-McKinley St. Albert Funeral Home, 9 Muir Drive, St. Albert. Interment at the Field of Honour in Pointe Claire, Quebec, will take place at 11 a.m. on Dec. 11, 2013. All who knew her were richly blessed by her love of family, friends and animals. She lives on in our hearts. Memorial donations to an animal organization of your choice are greatly appreciated. To send condolences, or to share a memory, please visit: www.connelly-mckinley.com.

That would be a WW1 veteran. Sent from Windows Mail

Wondering if anyone out there knows if there is any way to locate Cape Breton veterans who have died here or away and where they are buried? Thanks Alex Sent from Windows Mail

There are also a couple of books that might help: The Breed of Manly Men; the history of the Cape Breton Highlanders, 1994, by Alex Morrison & Ted Slaney. Honour Roll of the Nova Scotia Overseas High;and Brigade, 2007, by W. James MacDonald. Alex, if you have a specific name, I could check my copies for you. Alex Miller On Wed, Dec 4, 2013 at 9:02 PM, Allene Goforth <[email protected]> wrote: > Wayne MacVicar's site at https://sites.google.com/site/nominallistww1/mac > and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission site at http://www.cwgc.org/ > might be helpful. > > Allene > > -----Original Message----- > From: [email protected] > Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 4:11 PM > To: [email protected] > Subject: [NS-CB] Help > > Wondering if anyone out there knows if there is any way to locate Cape > Breton veterans who have died here or away and where they are buried? > > Thanks > > Alex > > > > Sent from Windows Mail > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without > the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without > the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

You might try here http://legionmagazine.com/en/index.php/last-post/ Kevin http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~podgursky/ updated 09 Jul 2011 On Wed, Dec 4, 2013 at 8:39 PM, <[email protected]> wrote: > That would be a WW1 veteran. > > > > Sent from Windows Mail > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of  CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org    NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 04, 2013 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today Craig Edward Anthony Peddle - 42 yrs Anthony Craig farrell - 32 yrs Dora Leah Snyder - 94 yrs John Alexander MacLellan - 85 yrs Hyman Solomon Goldberg - 82 yrs Anne Irene MacAulay - 87 yrs Craig Edward Anthony Peddle àPassed in: Sydney We the family of Craig Edward Andrew Peddle, are saddened to tell of his sudden passing at home, due to illness. The youngest son of Edward Peddle and the late Lois (MacNeil) Peddle. He is survived by his daughters, Anastasia, Ottawa, Christianna, Sydney; and son, Wesley, Sydney. He is also survived by his brother, Kevin Peddle (Margie) from Hillside; his sister, Joanne Clarke (Blair) and nieces and grandchildren. Craig was a graduate of the Cape Breton Regional Vocational School from the welding program. He then proceeded to attend and graduate from NSCC, Sydney, with his Red Seal in Welding. Over the last six years he was working out west in Fort McMurray, Alta. Craig was a loving son, a loving brother, but most of all a loving father. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Craig will be held on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, from 4-8 p.m. at S.W.Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will take place on Friday Dec. 6, 2013, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Anthony Craig Farrell Back to Cape Breton Post Born In: Sydney Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: November 30th, 2013 It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of Craig, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend on Nov. 30, 2013, at the age of 32. Born in Sydney, he was a son of Joanne MacLean and the late Roy Farrell. Craig was employed out west as an insulator before moving home to work as an LPN at both New Waterford Consolidated Hospital and Taigh Na Mara in Glace Bay; a career he truly enjoyed. In his pastime he played darts, watched UFC and hockey and spoke countless hours on the phone with his brother, Will. His greatest enjoyment, however, was spending time with his daughter Haven Ann. Craig is survived by his mother, Joanne MacLean(Gerald), New Waterford; brother, Will (Jessica), Alberta; daughter, Haven Ann, at home; special niece, Paige, Alberta; nephew, Austin, Victoria Mines; special aunt, Laurie, Dartmouth; cousins, Robyn (Mark) Gallant, New Waterford, Stacy (Shane) Hatt, Kentville, Kristen and Megan Meery, Dartmouth. Craig was predeceased by his father, Roy Farrell, maternal grandparents, Teresa and George McLellan, paternal grandparents, Margaret and Bernard Farrell and special aunt, Judy. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013) from 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Cremation will follow. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Friday, Dec. 6 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Army, Navy, Airforce, Unit 217, New Waterford. Donations in his memory may be made to New Waterford Consolidated Hospital or a charity of choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. 'For a son who loved dearly For a brother who left too early For a father who is loved to the moon For a friend who's smile lit up the room We remember you with heavy hearts and celebrate your life with a smile.' 'One day we will meet again in our hearts you remain. Missed and loved until the day we meet again, So when I cry for you, hold your hand on my heart And when I talk to you, lean in close Know I love you and although I know we are apart in spirit our angel You will remain in our hearts.' Dora Leah Snyder Born In: Whitehead Guysborough County Passed in: Donkin/Sheet Harbour Passed on: November 20th, 2013 Dora Leah Snyder, 94, Donkin, and formerly of Sheet Harbour, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born Feb. 7, 1919, in Whitehead, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late Angus and Bessie (Munroe) Feltmate. Dora spent most of her life in Sheet Harbour with her husband Lawrence. Besides being a a wife and mother, Dora worked at Eastern Shore Memorial Hospital in the laundry department. She enjoyed working in her flower and vegetable garden at home. In 2008 she sold her house and moved to Donkin to be close to her daughter. The last two months she spent at MacGillivary Guest Home until passing peacefully at the CBRH. Survived by daughter, Marilyn (Eric) Budden, Donkin; grandchildren, Helga, Orleans, Heidi (Dan), Coxheath, Mark (Helen), Tantallon; also her much loved five great-grandchildren, William, Craig, Alex, Jason and Carson; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, Lawrence, brothers, Harry, Austin, Everett and Don, sisters, Ada Munroe and Ada in infancy. Cremation has taken place under the direction of D.S. Crowell & Son Funeral Home, Sheet Harbour. No visitation, a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Donations in Dora's memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. Michael's Anglican Church, Sheet Harbour. Online condolences may be sent to [email protected] John Alexander MacLellan Born In: Inverness, Canada Passed in: Sydney River Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 We the family of John Alexander MacLellan regret to announce his passing on Dec. 3, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Donald and Flora Belle (MacDonnell) MacLellan. John was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by sisters, Mary Gillis and Mae MacGillivray; brothers, Rannie, Alex Angus, John Duncan and Archie. There will be no service. Interment will take place at MacDougall Cemetery, Southwest Margaree, at a later date. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Hyman Solomon Goldberg Born In: Seattle Washington Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 3rd, 2013 Hyman Solomon Goldberg, 82, passed away at Parkstone Enhanced Care nursing home in Halifax on Tuesday, December 3, 2013, with his family by his side. 'Hymie', known by his friends, was born in Seattle, Washington, and raised in Saint John, N.B. He spent his working life in Sydney, N.S., where he raised his family. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dalhousie University in 1953. Upon graduation, he went to work for his father in Glace Bay to help run a scrapyard business known as, Metal Processors Limited. He went back to university as a mature student, where he completed his Bachelor and Masters degrees in Education from Acadia and St. F.X. universities. In 1969, he joined the Nova Scotia Eastern Institute of Technology as an instructor and retired at the University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) in 1994. During his tenure at UCCB, he served as Director of the Performing Arts Series. In this role, he was responsible for attracting such world-renowned musicians as, classical guitarists, Liona Boyd and Michael Laucke, jazz legend, Oliver Jones and harpist, Loreena McKennitt. In 1977, he wrote and produced a documentary on Maritime Jewry that aired on CBC Radio. The documentary spoke to the challenges of growing up Jewish in small communities and the many challenges Jews faced when first arriving in the Maritimes from Eastern Europe. It featured the choir from Sydney’s Temple Sons of Israel Synagogue, as well as several interviews with Jewish youth and seniors from communities throughout Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. In the mid 1980s, he and his wife, Rosalyn owned and operated a plant and gift boutique in Sydney. Upon retirement, he became heavily involved in the Sydney synagogue, The Temple Sons of Israel. With his lovely voice, he served as the local cantor, performing the Friday night and Saturday morning services. He also took art lessons in retirement and became an accomplished oil painter of seascapes.He was a huge fan of music, particularly the big band jazz era of the 1940s and the singer-songwriter era of the 1960s and 70s. Hymie was a loving and devoted husband and father. He cherished his wife, Rosalyn. He was heavily involved in his children’s lives. He rarely missed a hockey game, a dance recital or dinner theatre production where his kids participated. He had a special place in his heart for his only grandchild, Sarah. Hymie is survived by his brother, Srole (George Schwalbe), Montreal; sister, Esther (Leonard Meiselman), Bedford, Massachusetts; brother-in-law, Lionel (Linda) Hirsch, Sydney; daughters, Lisa Goldberg, Halifax, and Rinah Goldberg (Chris Richards), Calgary; son, Lyle Goldberg (Della Morrison), Halifax; and granddaughter, Sarah Goldberg, Halifax. He was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Bessie (Magonet) Goldberg and wife, Rosalyn (Hirsch). The family would especially like to thank the staff at Melville Heights, Arborstone, Parkstone Enhanced Care, and the Extended Care Paramedics for their dedicated support to Hymie during the last eight years of his life. A memorial service will be held Friday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel, 49 Welton St., Sydney. Interment in the Hebrew Cemetery. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the Jewish Immigrant Aid Services Canada or World Wildlife Fund Canada. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Anne Irene MacAulay Born In: Little Narrows Born: August 20th, 1926 Passed in: Abedeen Inverness County Passed on: December 2nd, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the late Anne Irene MacAulay, aged 87, of Aberdeen, N.S., who departed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Monday, Dec. 2, 2013, in Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck. The daughter of the late Alex and Lena (Hadley) MacLennan, Anne consistently showed all of us the true meaning of resilience and spirit. Anne remains a dearly beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was predeceased by her husband, Murdock, brothers, Kenny, Gordon, and Jackie, sister, Margie Nymark, sister-in-law, Anne MacLennan, brothers-in-law, Herbert Nymark and Walter Matheson. Anne is survived by her children, Glenn (Helen), Murdith, Roy (Barb Butler) and Debby (David) Viner, as well as nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Also left to mourn her passing are her brother, Sandy (Ginny); her sisters, Ethel (Steve) MacDonald and Eileen Matheson; her sisters-in-law, Edna and Margaret MacLennan, many nieces and nephews and extended family members. The family thanks all who cared for Anne over these past months, including community members, nursing staff, the Hospice Society, Dr. Ritter, Home Care and Dr. Carlyle Chow, who provided Anne with excellent care and friendship. In honouring Anne's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at the Little Narrows Presbyterian Church on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Andrew MacDonald officiating. Interment will follow in the Little Narrows Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com.

Wayne MacVicar's site at https://sites.google.com/site/nominallistww1/mac and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission site at http://www.cwgc.org/ might be helpful. Allene -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2013 4:11 PM To: [email protected] Subject: [NS-CB] Help Wondering if anyone out there knows if there is any way to locate Cape Breton veterans who have died here or away and where they are buried? Thanks Alex Sent from Windows Mail ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Inverness Oran Deaths December 04, 2013 Wednesday There is 1 obituary published this week John Lewis MacIsaac - 68 yrs MacISAAC John Lewis MacIsaac, 68, of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada passed away early Thursday morning, November 21st, 2013, after battling cancer at a local hospital in Clearwater, FL. A loving husband, Lewis (as he was known to most) leaves behind his wife, Linda Doucette MacIsaac. He was a loving father of their three children, David (41), Todd (38) and Glen (35) whom he raised in Arlington, MA. Lew was adored by his three grandchildren, Aiden (6), Liam (6), and Kelsey (4). In addition to being a caring husband, devoted father, and treasured grandfather, Lewis was a loving son, loyal brother, and amazing friend to countless people. He was the son of Duncan Alex and Mary (Smiler) Margaret MacDonald of Canada, and he was the fifth of their six children. There has been an irreplaceable void left in the MacIsaac family. Lewis was born September 27th, 1945. He was raised in Inverness, but was a free spirit who loved to travel. Lewis worked for years as a laborer working all over Canada, as well as coast to coast of the United States, working as a union tunnel-worker most of his days. Lewis will be forever missed by all who knew him, and if you knew Lewis you were truly blessed. Lew was the epitome of all that is kind and good, and he greeted everyone with his twinkling eyes and welcoming smile. He was fun, optimistic, and truly embraced life. That infectious and genuine laugh unique to Lew will never be forgotten. A funeral mass will be celebrated during Inverness Days, July 21st-28th, 2014 in Inverness (details to follow). In lieu of flowers, the family requests a simple story, memory, and/or picture you have of Lew to be posted on the "Lew's Legacy" Facebook page to keep his legacy alive forever, and also will be used during his celebration of life party in Canada this summer. To leave on-line condolences please visit www.mossfeasterdunedin.com or https://www.facebook.com/groups/ddmac23/.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 03, 2013 Tuesday There were 5 obituaries published today Catherine "Katie" (MacNeil) Chant - 91 yrs Lloyd Jewer - 85 yrs David G. MacDonald - 74 yrs Gordon Anthony Mancini - 88 yrs Neil Bernard McKinnon - 43 yrs Catherine 'Katie' Chant Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 1st, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine Chant (MacNeil) on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013, at the Victoria Haven Nursing Home in Glace Bay, N.S. Catherine was the daughter of the late John Roderick MacNeil and Annie Murphy. She was born in Reserve Mines on April 19, 1922, but lived most of her life in Glace Bay. She was fondly known to all as 'Katie'. Katie had a great love for children and that was represented through her work as a foster mom to over 60 children throughout the years. She was a hard worker, a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who always put her family first. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her. Katie was predeceased by her husband, Joseph, her three children, Ann (Politte), Wayne and John Leo; her granddaughter, Dana and her grandson Daniel, seven sisters, five brothers and several nieces and nephews. She is survived by her sister, Mary Esther (Nessie) White; her foster son, John Carter (Gloria), 12 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass to be held at St. Anne's Church in Glace Bay on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 10 a.m. with a reception to follow in the church foyer. Interment to take place at St. Joseph's Cemetery following the reception. Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Lloyd Jewer Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Lower Sackville Passed on: November 28th, 2013 Lloyd passed away on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, in The Admiral, Long Term Care Centre, Dartmouth. Born in New Waterford, a son of the late Daisy and Azariah Jewer. He served 20 years in the Royal Canadian Navy. He then worked at HMC Dockyard, Halifax and Vancouver Shipyards, B.C. His passions were road trips with his beloved Margaret from Scotland, country music, guitar playing, and he was a talented woodworker. He will be missed by his son, John, Vancouver, B.C.; daughters, Linda (Keith) Snair, Windsor Junction, Anita, Lower Sackville, Sharon, Bridgewater; and dear friend, Floyd Seymour, Bridgewater; grandchildren, Paula, Katie, Jennifer, Blake, Alexandra, Andrew, Emily; brother, Bernie; sisters, Shirley, Barbara, Beryl, all of Vancouver, and Pauline of Glace Bay. He was predeceased by brother, Howard (Vancouver); and sister, Betty (Calgary, Alta.). Cremation has taken place in Dartmouth Funeral Home. No service will be held. A family burial will take place at a later date. Memorial donations in Lloyd's memory can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online condolences can be sent to www.dartmouthfuneralhome.ca. David MacDonald David passed away peacefully with his family at his side at Niagara Health Center on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at the age of 74. David, beloved husband of Marilyn (Keon) for 48 years. Loving father of Kirk (Elizabeth), Kim (Christian), Greg (Tara). Lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Keonna, Breagh, Archie, Emily, Lauren, Liam and Fletcher. Predeceased by his grandson, Jack, his parents, Colin and Alice, and his sister-in-law, Velma. He is survived by his siblings, Colin (Kay), Ron (Carol), Elaine (Kevin), Patricia (David), Brenda (David), Karen (Ken), Kevin and Kelly. David was a principal with Lincoln County Catholic School Board retiring in 1995. Visitation will be held at the George Darte Funeral Chapel, 585 Carlton St., on Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and on Wednesday, Dec. 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Vigil Prayers will take place on Wednesday at 3 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday afternoon, Dec. 5 at 1 p.m. at the Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 34 Elgin St., St. Catharines. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wellspring Niagara or St. Vincent de Paul Society. For online condolences, please visit www.georgedartefuneralhome.com. Gordon Mancini Born In: North Sydney Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: November 30th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful, caring husband, father, and grandfather Gordon Anthony Mancini on Nov. 30, 2013, at the North Side Community Guest Home, North Sydney. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Antonio and Margaret (Boutilier) Mancini. Gordon loved all types of sports, but was an avid bowler, who also greatly enjoyed a good game of tarabish. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Cecilia Dorothy (O'Neill) Mancini, Sydney; his daughters, Pamela (Glenn) Langille, Sydney, Laurie Mancini, Grimsby, Ont.; son, Anthony (Nancy Steylen), Beaumont, Alta.; sisters, Lorraine (Norm), Theresa. Gordon is also survived by his grandchildren, Nicole, Marc, Myles, Warren and Kiana. He is also survived by two aunts, Evelina and Gemma; sisters-in-law Rose, Anne, Coleen, Marilyn, Germaine and Kay; brothers-in-law, Rod, Glenn, Ike, Don and David and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gordon was predeceased by a son, David Joseph Mancini, brother, John Charles, brothers-in-law, Bill O'Neill and Arnold Alexander, also sister-in-law, Marguerite (Jimmie) Lahey. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff of Northside Guest Homr and Dr. Peter Poulos for their outstanding care and compassion for our husband, and father. Visitation for Gordon will be held at the S.W. Chant & Funeral Home. 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with funeral service in the funeral home chapel, on Thursday Dec. 5, 2013, at 2 p.m. with Fr. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Private family burial will take place at a later date in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, Main-a-Dieu. Memorial fonations may be made to Loaves and Fishes, the Children's Wish Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. Family flowers only. Online condolences may be made to our web page at www.chantfuneral.home.com. Neil Bernard McKinnon Born In: Cambridge, Canada Passed in: North Sydney, Canada Passed on: November 30th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the McKinnon family, announce the sudden passing of a loving father, son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend, Neil Bernard McKinnon, CD 1, 43, on Friday, Nov. 30, 2013, at his home. Neil was born in Cambridge, Ont., the son of Raylene (Burton) McKinnon and the late Neil B. McKinnon. Neil served for the Department of National Defense, Canadian Armed Forces, as a Firefighter. He graduated from the Canadian Recruit School, CFB Cornwallis with honorable mention for Skill at Arms. He was stationed in CFB Greenwood for many years. Early in his career, Neil was a member of the Department of National Defense, Reserve Unit, Cape Breton Highlanders as an Infanteer. Upon transitioning from an active member of the Canadian Armed Forces to a veteran, Neil's desire to continue to serve his community compelled him to offer his services to the North Sydney Volunteer Fire Department. His passion for serving and protecting was a reflection of his career choice and lifestyle. His courageous personality formed the basis of his life and his dedication to his family was steadfast. In his earlier years, Neil was a member of the 21st. Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada Army Cadet Corps, located in Cambridge, Ont. Sharing a love of hockey with his father, Neil played for the Tillsonburg Ontario Minor Hockey Association, AAA league. Neil is survived by his son Nathen McKinnon, and daughter Amber McKinnon, his mother Raylene (Burton) McKinnon, his sister Catherine McKinnon, his niece Kaitland McKinnon and nephew Christopher Power and many aunts and uncles. Neil was predeceased by his father Neil Bernard McKinnon, his paternal and maternal grandparents and his cousin Robert Millard. Visitation for Neil will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, P.O. Box 481, Dartmouth Main, Dartmouth, N.S., B2Y 3Y8, phone 902-835-0166. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. A Firefighter's Pledge I promise concern for others. A willingness to help all those in need. Promise courage - courage to face and conquer my fears. Courage to share and endure the ordeal of those who need me. I promise strength - strength of heart to bear whatever burdens might be placed upon me. Strength of body to deliver to safety All those placed within my care. I promise the wisdom to lead, the compassion to comfort, and the love to serve unselfishly whenever I am called.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths December 02, 2013 Monday There were 7 obituaries published today Neil Bernard McKinnon - 43 yrs Fraser Oakley - 86 yrs Ernest Francis "Ernie Buck" Carey - 58 yrs Irene Gladys Rose - 78 yrs Henry Harvey Boutilier - 80 yrs Joseph Patrick "Smokey Joe" McNeil - 88 yrs Elvira Marlena Wihterall - 72 yrs Neil Bernard McKinnon Born In: Cambridge, Canada Passed in: North Sydney, Canada Passed on: November 30th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the McKinnon family, announce the sudden passing of a loving father, son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend, Neil Bernard McKinnon, CD 1, 43, on Friday, Nov. 30, 2013, at his home. Neil was born in Cambridge, Ont., the son of Raylene (Burton) McKinnon and the late Neil B. McKinnon. Neil served for the Department of National Defense, Canadian Armed Forces, as a firefighter. He graduated from the Canadian Recruit School, CFB Cornwallis with honorable mention for Skill at Arms. He was stationed in CFB Greenwood for many years. Early in his career, Neil was a member of the Department of National Defense, Reserve Unit, Cape Breton Highlanders as an Infanteer. Upon transitioning from an active member of the Canadian Armed Forces to a veteran, Neil's desire to continue to serve his community compelled him to offer his services to the North Sydney Volunteer Fire Department. His passion for serving and protecting was a reflection of his career choice and lifestyle. His courageous personality formed the basis of his life and his dedication to his family was steadfast. In his earlier years, Neil was a member of the 21st. Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada Army Cadet Corps, located in Cambridge, Ont. Sharing a love of hockey with his father, Neil played for the Tillsonburg Ontario Minor Hockey Association, AAA league. Neil is survived by his son Nathen McKinnon and daughter Amber McKinnon; his mother Raylene (Burton) McKinnon; his sister Catherine McKinnon, his niece Kaitland McKinnon and nephew Christopher Power and many aunts and uncles. Neil was predeceased by his father Neil Bernard McKinnon, his paternal and maternal grandparents and his cousin Robert Millard. Visitation for Neil will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, P.O. Box 481, Dartmouth Main, Dartmouth, N.S., B2Y 3Y8, phone 902-835-0166. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. A Firefighter's Pledge I promise concern for others. A willingness to help all those in need. Promise courage- courage to face and conquer my fears. Courage to share and endure the ordeal of those who need me. I promise strength - strength of heart to bear whatever burdens might be placed upon me. Strength of body to deliver to safety All those placed within my care. I promise the wisdom to lead, the compassion to comfort, and the love to serve unselfishly whenever I am called. Fraser Oakley Born In: Quarry St. Anns Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: December 1st, 2013 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Fraser Oakley, on Dec.1 , 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Quarry, St. Anns, he was the son of the late Lindsay and Annie (Morrison) Oakley. Fraser was born and raised in Cape Breton, and moved to Sudbury, Ont. to work in the INCO nickel mines, where he retired in 1985, with 33 years of service. He returned to Cape Breton in 1990, where he married Ella (MacLeod) and has resided there for the last 23 years. Fraser was an elder of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, and also a member of the Gaelic choir for many years. Fraser was well known, well respected, and will be missed by all. He is survived by his wife Ella. Loving father of Chris (Mary) MacDonald, Debra (Richard) O'Brien, Barbara (Denis) Pharand, Gary, Cindy (Garry) Shyminsky, Peter (Joanne), also survived by 19 grandchildren, and 25 great-grandchildren. Stepfather to Ian (Cathy) MacLeod and Kathy (Bernie) MacLeod, also five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Beloved brother of Ruth Morrison. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Also left to mourn is brother-in-law Jack (Suzie) Carr, and sister-in-law, Mary Oakley. Fraser was predeceased by his wife, Irene (Carr) and daughter, Mary Lamothe, brother, George, and sister, Catherine Kerr. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Heussein, Dr. Chow, Dr. Gange, Dr. Ritter and staff of the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, for their exceptional care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Andrew's Church, North River. Visitation for Fraser will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, from 12-2 p.m. at St. Andrew's Church, North River. Funeral service will take place following the visitation at 2 p.m. Interment to take place at a later date in Sudbury, Ont. "Gus an connich shinn a rithist" Online condolences may be made to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Ernest Francis 'Ernie Buck' Carey Born In: Bras d'Or Passed in: Florence Passed on: November 28th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts, we regretfully announce the passing of Ernie 'Buck' on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He fought hard against cancer, and showed everyone he was going to pass the same way he lived; In his own way and on his own terms, which he did, with the constant love and support of his friends and relatives. Born in Bras d'Or, he was the loving son of Muriel (Long) and the late Robert Carey. Ernie happily worked hard at Hilltop Alignment for 30 years with his lifetime friend and honorary brother Adrain Blinkhorn. He was a people person he will be missed by so many (young and old) because he left an impression on everyone he met either by helping them out or just by making them laugh (his specialty). He was everybody's friend. The Bucker always had a smile and an amazing story to share. It is our hope that these stories and memories live on. Besides his mother, he leaves behind (the love of his life) his wife of 35 years, Sharon (Buffett); sons, (who always made him proud), Curtis (Tara), Miramichi, N.B., and Jason (Megan), at home; sisters, Gloria (Ernie) Confiant, Brampton, Ont., Verna (Bernie), Bell Island, N.L., Pammie (Donnie), Sydney, Rossie (Peter) Forrest, Florence, Nancy (Leroy) Pyke, Dartmouth. Ernie was very proud of his family and leaving them proved to be the hardest thing he would ever do. Ernie will also be missed by the Buffett family, Barry (Francis), Cecil (Edie), Bernie (Deanna), Yvonne, Joan (Sandy), Earl, Mary, Cameron (Doreen), Olive (Bob) Joanne (Greg) and Wayne as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Ernie will be lovingly greeted by his family that have gone before him, his father Robert, and brothers, Kenny and Rickey. There will be no visitation. Memorial Mass to celebrate Ernie's life will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, at 10:30am with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Carey family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. Irene Gladys Rose Born In: Sydney Passed in: Westmount, Canada Passed on: November 29th, 2013 It is with sadness that we the family announce the passing of Irene Gladys Rose on Nov. 29, 2013, at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Joshua and Janet (Blagdon) Rose. Irene is survived by sister, Lillian (Robert) MacDonald. She was predeceased by sisters, Pearl, Audrey and Marie, brothers, John, Gerald, George, Thomas, Vincent, Murray and Bobby. Visitation will be held 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3 both at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Rev. Gloria McClure Fraser will officiate. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery, Sydney. Donations in Irene's memory may be made to Canadian Lung Association. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Henry Harvey Boutilier Born In: Wadden's Cove Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 30th, 2013 The family regrets to announce the passing of Henry Harvey Boutilier, 80, on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at his home. Da was born in Wadden's Cove, the son of the late John James and Florence (Watson) Boutilier. Da worked as a coal miner for the Cape Breton Development Corporation. Da was well-known in the areas of boxing, baseball and music. Da was an idea man; for example, he was the man who first promoted the idea of the Renwick Brook Walking Trail. He also promoted the idea of the lights at the South Street Ball Park. Da was manager of the Lords Miners, the 1972 Nova Scotia Senior Baseball Champions. Da also managed the Glace Bay Mark Ten to the 1975 Atlantic Junior Baseball Championship and the 1976 Nova Scotia Championship. In later years, he was a gardener and he spent time travelling to Wadden's Cove and meeting friends at Mickey's barber shop. Da was a member of St. Mary's Anglican Church. Da is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Joyce (Parsons) Boutilier, whom he idolized; sons, Henry (Cynthia) and Darryl (Heather); daughters, Gail (Robert) Sheppard, Barbara Jean (Billy) Gillis, Anita (Lewis) Boutilier, Winnie MacNeil, April (Ken) Ferguson and daughter-in-law, Colleen; sister, Edith MacKenzie and brother, Bobby Boutilier. Da was predeceased by his son, Edison, son-in-law, Gerald MacNeil and granddaughter, Lynda Boutilier, sisters, Charlotte, Shirley, Bessie, Florence and brothers, Billy, George, Albert, Levi, Charlie, Eldon and Cecil. Da will be sadly missed by his 20 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren whom all lovingly referred to him as Henry B. Visitation for Henry will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, in V. .J McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Donations in Da's memory may be made to the Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Online condolences to the Boutilier family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. God saw you getting tired, And a cure was not to be, So He put his arms around you, And whispered, "Come to Me". A Golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest. God broke our heart to prove to us He only takes the best. Joseph Patrick 'Smokey Joe' McNeil Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 30th, 2013 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Joseph Patrick McNeil, 88, formerly of New Aberdeen and a resident of Taigh Na Mara Nursing Home. Joe passed away on Nov. 30, 2013, at the nursing home with his family at his side. Born in Glace Bay, Joe was the son of the late Hector and Euphemia (Shanks) McNeil. Joe was employed with Devco working in mines #20 and #26 retiring after 45 years of service. Joe will be sadly missed by daughters, Catherine, Anna Marie (Peter) Slaunwhite; sons, Daniel (Sheila), Hector, Billy (Lisa); special cousin, Jovita Prince; six grandsons; seven granddaughters and several great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, Joe was predeceased by his loving wife, Jane (Rogers) McNeil, grandson, Billy, brothers, Jim, Morris, Tommy, Walter and a sister, Delores. The family would like to thank everyone at Taigh Na Mara for the wonderful care Joe received over the years. In keeping with Joe's wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and guidance of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Deacon Leo Penny officiating. Interment will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Online condolences to the McNeil family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Elvira Marlena Wihterall Born In: Koln Germany Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: November 28th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister , Elvira Marlena Witherall, 72, on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Elvira was born in Koln, Germany, she immigrated to Canada at the age of 23. She lived in Ontario for a number of years moving to Cape Breton in 1991. She loved cleaning and doing her housework and especially spending time with grandchildren. Elvira is survived by her husband, Henry Witherall; her daughter, Tanya Witherall; three grandchildren, Kaiya Witherall, Mila and Pria Marks, also by her brother and three sisters in Germany. No visitation by request. A private family service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME PORTLAND PRESS HERALD, PORTLAND, MAINE NOVEMBER, 28, 2013 Phyllis Marie Greene, 90 PORTLAND - Phyllis Marie Greene, age 90, formerly of Northborough and North Brookfield, Mass., died on Monday, Nov. 25, 2013, at the Barron Center, Portland. Phyllis is survived by sons Mark E. Greene and his wife Linda, of Long Island, Maine and Sterling, Mass., Joel P. Greene and his wife Ann Lisi of Worcester, Mass., a daughter Susan Hutchinson and her husband Daniel of Waterville, Maine; a brother, Lloyd Momborquette and his wife Barbara of Scarborough, Maine, and their children, niece Linda Momborquette of South Portland, and nephew David Momborquette of New York City. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Christopher (and Jill) Greene of Essex, Mass., Alyssa (and Chris) Poulin of Cornville, Maine, Jeffrey (and Corinne) Greene of Charlestown, Mass., and Kieran Hutchinson (and Jake) Lahne of Burlington, Vt.; five great-grandchi ldren, Orion Poulin, Sofia Greene, Jackson Greene, Tyler Greene, and Avery Greene. Phyllis was born Sept. 1, 1923, in Worcester, Mass., and graduated from Classical High School in Worcester. She was the daughter of Alphonse Momborquette of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, and Matilda (Gomez) Momborquette of Long Island, Maine. As the first grandchild of Antonio and Maria Gomez, Phyllis spent many summers with her grandparents on Long Island, Maine, surrounded by the eight Gomez siblings who were her aunts and uncles and who mostly lived or summered on Long Island. When Phyllis's mother purchased the Beach Avenue House on Long Island, she was able to bestow the same gift of Maine island summers on her children. Phyllis married Edward Greene in 1945, later moving to Northborough. Edward died in 1968. She was previously a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Shrewsbury, Mass. and Church of the Nativity in Northborough, Mass. Phyllis worked as a teller at Westborough Savings Bank in Northborough and later at North Brookfield Savings Bank in North Brookfield. She retired in 1985 to Long Island, Maine, where she was able to spend over a decade volunteering for the Long Island Community Library and the Long Island Historical Society. She was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Long Island Memorial VFW Post 9605. She later lived in South Portland and Portland. Phyllis's family is grateful for the care and support she received at Seventy-Five State Street in Portland and the Barron Center. There are no calling hours. A private graveside service will be held at Howard Street Cemetery, Northborough. Arrangements are in the care of the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster Street, Wor:cester. Memorial donations may be made to: The Long Island Community Library P.O. Box 252 Long Island, ME 04050 or: the Long Island Historical Society P.O. Box 281 Long Island, ME 04050 Phyllis Marie Greene - See more at: http://obit uaries.pressherald.com/obituaries/mainetoday-pressherald/obituary.aspx?n=Phyllis-Greene&pid=168217742#sthash.TYdEx23d.dpuf submitted by almagorra <[email protected]>

Growing up my mother told me many times about playing outside and seeing the priest and telegraph man coming down the street. Everyone would stop to see where they were going. My grandmother got two such visits with the devastating news of the death of two of her sons. Such sad times for all. Ellen On Saturday, November 30, 2013 6:24:13 AM, Carol MacLean <[email protected]> wrote: Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of  CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE  - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org    NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Post November 18, 2013 Monday "Bad news war telegrams came with a clergyman" "CANADIAN PACIFIC TELEGRAPHS - World Wide Communications - Ottawa Ontario March 30 1943 1148 am Standard Time" (Notice the absence of any punctuation such as periods or commas.) It was the telegram that no Canadian family wanted to receive, but in the First and Second World Wars thousands upon thousands of such notices went out to families and individuals all across the country. However, before it was hand-delivered to a home, the telegraph operator who received the message would contact a member of the clergy, who would accompany the telegraph messenger to that particular home. The sight of a clergyman on your doorstep, with a young telegraph messenger by his side, was enough to strike the greatest fear into any individual, especially a parent. In this case the telegram, which I have on my desk as I write, was addressed to my maternal grandfather. "Hector MacLean Archibald Avenue North Sydney NS regret to inform you advice has been received from the Royal Canadian Air Force Casualties Officer Overseas that your son Pilot Officer Rannie Gabriel MacLean J two two four nine nine (his military ID number) is reported missing as the result of air operations on March twenty eighth nineteen forty three stop (the word 'stop' was used to tell the telegrapher to begin a new sentence or paragraph.) In the best interests of the possible safety of your son it is requested that you withhold any information from press or radio until his name appears in Official Casualty List five weeks hence stop letter following RCAF Casualties Officer". These telegrams were simple and to the point, unadorned by any fancy language or rhetoric. They were not signed, and did not attempt to give any explanation for what might have happened. They just stated the facts, as they were known at that time. When you consider that 44, 093 Canadians were killed in the Second World War, and at total of 66, 665 in the First World War, the Casualties Branch of the Armed Forces in Ottawa was a very busy place. In the case of my uncle Rannie, he took off for a long-range anti-submarine flight on the evening of March 28, 1943. Through extensive research I now know that the type of Vickers Wellington twin-engine bomber that he flew in had a range of more than 2,500 miles, and flew at a maximum speed of 235 miles per hour. (Quite slow by today's standards.) His type of aircraft could be on patrol for at least 10 hours and, depending on wind and weather conditions, for up to 11 or 12 hours! That means that his aircraft did not return from patrol until sometime the next day, March 29, when his aircraft would have been listed as "Missing in Action." The very next day, at 11:48 a.m. (Atlantic Time) on the morning of March 30, the above telegram was delivered to my home on Archibald Avenue, in North Sydney. Even now, after all these years, I am quite amazed with the record-keeping ability of the Canadian Armed Forces back in Second World War. And this was long before the age of high-speed computers, cell phones, or satellite communications. How did they do it? Next week: two "official" letters from the Royal Air Force in England, within one week. Rannie Gillis is an author and avid Celtic historian whose column appears every week in the Cape Breton Post. He can by reached by email at [email protected] ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message