Subject: Middleton, Annapolis Co., NS 1921 census Hi everybody . I recently transcribed the Middleton of 171/2 pages. I was very frustrated in doing. Previously I had done the 1901 and 1911 census for parts of Annapolis County, Cape Breton and Lunenburg County. These were not as frustrating to do. What system was used in those early census readings? It was much easier. I don't remember going through Ancestry com. Wayne are you compiling all of them? I still can't get into your sight. I thought I had followed instructions but get stuck with password. I'd gladly do some around Middleton unless they are already done, or go into Sydney or Lunenburg County. Cheers, Wilf Wilf Morley [email protected]

Suzanne It took some time to find your tree on ancestry - there are lots of similarly named trees. On one part of the page it tells me that you have three trees - the two you listed and another; it also says that you have been a member since 2012 and have not logged in for nine months. Elsewhere it says that you logged in two days ago... When you post your tree to ancestry, as a public tree, it can be viewed by anyone logged into ancestry. If you want your tree to be available to someone that is not an ancestry member, may I suggestthe Rootsweb World Connect project. Using ancestry as a resource is good because of the amount of data that they have but personally I don't like their search engine. Family Search is good and is free, and you might try Scotlands People. On Sat, Oct 26, 2013 at 10:04 AM, <[email protected]> wrote: > Hello list! > I am wondering about the ancestry.com website and how it works after you > deactivate your account through non-payment and plan to reactive in the > future. > Currently my account is deactivated and my user name is MacDonald_Suzanne. > I am wondering while I have limited access to my information on the site I > can > still log on through my family tree maker, view my family trees and at > times > send and receive messages to other users. I am wondering if anyone else can > view my trees? > I have one McDonald Family Tree and another tree named MacDonald. > Can someone with access to Ancestry.com let me know if they can see these > trees? Or my account? > I will be activating my account soon but before I do I would like some > advice > as to other family finding websites that I could use? I am not literate > with > Ancestry.com at all although I did add quite a bit of information and find > many ancestors. > > I have been told by a few members not to use ancestry.com because by > doing so > I am giving up my rights and information to them but personally if others > can > see my information and connect to it, that is what I want. If I ever > publish a > book, it will be for family and to be shared. > > Thank you and any advice and information is welcome to this enquiry and the > information there in. > > Thank you kindly, > > Suzanne McDonald > Welland, ON. > ___________________________________________ > nsroots mailing list > [email protected] > http://mailman.ednet.ns.ca/cgi-bin/listinfo/nsroots > > ------------------------------- > 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 > -- Bill Nicholson Fraser Lake BC

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 October 28, 2013 Monday There are 10 obituaries published today Malcom Vernon Gary Cooper - 67 yrs Carmel Margaret "Marge" (Sharkey) Gillis - 85 yrs Clair "Sis Howard" Brenna - 65 yrs James W. Townsend - 63 yrs Margaret (O'Handley) MacLellan - 96 yrs Donald Wallace "DW" Matheson - 80 yrs Kathleen V. "Kay" Dillon Mikkelson - 92 yrs Mary Theresa "Terry" Collyer - 70 yrs Frederick Arthur "Fred" Simmons - 82 yrs Elizabeth (MacDonald) Jessome - 73 yrs Malcom Vernon Gary Cooper Born: January 17th, 1946 Passed in: Howie Centre Passed on: October 26th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts, that we the family of, Gary Cooper, of Howie Centre, regret to announce his passing at the age of 67 in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, after a short battle with cancer. Gary worked as a fisherman with National Sea, then later in life he worked with Dilney Landscaping. He was a former volunteer fireman with East Bay Fire Department. Gary leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, wife, Beverly (Harris), of 39 years; daughters Cheryl (Craig) Wylde, Howie Centre, and Sarah (Joe) MacMullin, Marion Bridge; mother, Dorothy (nee Sparkes); sisters, Jacqueline (Ted) Crocker and Martina (Terry) Kelly, both of Fort Saskatchewan, Rosemary (Wayne) Brown, Newfoundland, brothers, Alex (Val), Labrador, Stanley 'Junior' (Doris) and Rick (Cheryl), both of Fort Saskatchewan, Boyd (Debbie), Sackville; sister-in-law, Vivian Cooper, Dartmouth; grandchildren, Alicia, Aulay, Emily, Kyle and a large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Stanley Sr. and a brother, Ray. Cremation has taken place at Gary's request. A memorial service will take place Saturday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. in Sydney Memorial Chapel with Majors Kent and Dena Hepditch officiating. In lieu of flowers , memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Centre at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Carmel Margaret 'Marge' (Sharkey) Gillis Born In: Saint John, Canada Born: January 28th, 1928 Passed in: Jamesville Passed on: October 26th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born in Saint John, N.B., she was the fourth child of Margaret Angela (Sliney) and Peter Louis Sharkey. She graduated from St. Vincent Catholic Girls School and prior to her marriage worked as a telephone operator in Saint John, N.B. Her move from the city of Saint John to post war rural Cape Breton was quite a culture shock, having no access to indoor plumbing, electricity or a motor vehicle. However, she settled in and embraced the local people and lifestyle. She lead a harmonious life that always included music, song and family. Living in a predominantly Scottish culture, she did not hesitate to remind us of our Irish roots. She was a stay-at-home mother, raising nine children and one grandchild. She is survived by her children, Kevin (Elizabeth), Stellarton, N.S., Rod (Debbie) Glace Bay, N.S., Jim (Lily) Tantallon, N.S., Maria (Gabe) Carriere, Cornwall, Ont., Janet (Lawrence) MacKinnon, Jamesville, N.S., Cathy (Byron) MacMillan, Jamesville, N.S., Carmel (Blair) MacDonald, Timberlea, N.S., John (Alexis) Jamesville, N.S., granddaughter, Colette Thomas, Jamesville, N.S.; and daughter-in-law, Margaret Gillis, Glace Bay. She is also survived by sisters, Josephine Cusack, Dartmouth, N.S., Theresa Ward, Saint John, N.B.; and brother, Phil Sharkey, Plaster Rock, N.B.; 28 other grand-children and three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Neil John Gillis, her daughter, Barbara Thomas and granddaughter, Shauna Gillis, as well as sister, Maureen Sharkey and brothers, Pat and John 'Jack' Sharkey. Visitation will take place at the Iona Parish Center 2-9 p.m., Tuesday, Oct 29. A service of Christian burial will be 11a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30 at St Columba Church, Iona, Rev. Paul Abbass officiating. Burial to follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, MacKinnon’s Harbour. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to MacAskill’s Funeral Home, Baddeck. Family flowers only. Memorial donations can be made to the Victoria County Hospice Society or charity of your choice. “... and sing, sing to the Glory of the Lord” Clair 'Sis Howard' Brenna Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 A chapel service for Claire "Sis" Brenna who passed away on Oct. 22, 2013, will be held Monday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. in Mclellan Brothers Funeral Home chapel with Deacon Leo Penny officiating. She is also survived by sister in-law, Rose McKenzie. James W. Townsend Born In: Sydney Passed in: Catalone Passed on: October 25th, 2013 It is with broken hearts that we the family announce the sudden passing of Jim Townsend on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at home in Catalone. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Russell and Blanche (LeMoine) Townsend. Before his retirement, he was employed as a power engineer at National Sea and Han Beck Sea Products. Jim was never happier than "being down on the farm" tinkering with his vintage motorbikes and old car. He is survived by his loving wife, Anne (Wilson); his daughter, Isabelle (Alexander) Spencer, Dartmouth; his sons, David (Masako), Japan, Donald (Sheena), New Zealand, Russell (Tanya), Sydney, his beloved grandchildren, Jack, Sam, Kieran, Neala and Zachery. He is also survived by a brother, George (Rose) Bridgewater; brother-in-law, Fred (Jean) MacIntyre, as well as a niece, Kelly (Pat) Campbell and nephews Melvin and Michael. Jim was so proud of how well his family had done in life and what fine adults they had grown into. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Catherine Jean MacIntyre. The family will be receiving family and friends from 1-2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31 at the First United Church, Louisbourg, with a service to follow at 2 p.m. in the parish with Rev. Emily Duggan officiating. Interment to follow in Willow Grove Cemetery, Louisbourg. Donations may be made to the SPCA, Loaves and Fishes or the Willow Grove Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.chantfuneralhome.com. Margaret (O'Handley) MacLellan Passed in: East Bay Passed on: October 26th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we the family wish to announce the passing of our devoted and loving mother, Margaret MacLellan who passed away at home on Oct. 26, 2013, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Long Island, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Christina (MacIntyre) O’Handley. Margaret was a life-long member of St. Mary’s parish, East Bay, and a member of the CWL. She enjoyed family gatherings and sing a longs with family and friends and she was often the last to leave a party. Margaret always looked forward to having her daily night cap each evening after a good game of 45s. She would look forward to birthdays and the next special occasion when she would receive stacks of scratch tickets, which she enjoyed more than the most beautiful sweater. She loved playing 45s for quarters, computer games and knitting, especially socks and mittens for her grandkids. Margaret’s kind and generous nature extended past her family, friends and community by sponsoring a foster child in Africa. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Survived by daughters, Mary Gillis, East Bay, Isabel (Richard) Mayo, Massachusetts, Kay Vieara, East Bay, Marguerite (Brian) Kierran, Massachusetts, Jessie (Archie) Pierre, Sydney, Betty Wermers, Massachuesetts,Theresa (Pat) MacNeil, St. Peters, and Rose Marie (Dan) MacArthur, Dartmouth; sons, Danny (Carol), Patrick 'Patty' (Judy), Roddie and Lenny, all of East Bay, Johnnie (Rose), Sydney, Michael, at home, Puis. ‘P.J.’ (Jenny), B.C; numerous, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Alex Angus, son, Angus, daughter, Ann Marie, brother, Donald, sisters, Anne and Marion, three children in infancy, several, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Monday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday at St. Mary’s Church, East Bay, Rev Frank Abbass officiating. Interment in parish cemetery. Donations in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional palliative care unit, VON homecare or a charity of choice. donations in memory, VON, Homecare, St. Mary's parish cemetery fund or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Donald Wallace 'D.W.' Matheson Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Little Narrows Passed on: October 26th, 2013 It is with deep sadness that we the family announce the sudden death of Donald Wallace 'D.W.' Matheson, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, at home in Little Narrows, Victoria County.Born in Glace Bay, Donnie was the oldest son of the late John P. and Annie (MacKenzie) Matheson of Little Narrows. Donnie is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Anna (Ross) Matheson and their two sons, Kenzie (Dori), St. Patrick’s Channel, and Sheldon (Michele), Baddeck. Donnie also had a very soft spot in his heart for his 3 grandchildren, Bauer, Eilish and Wren. 'Pa' always referred to them as his “precious jewels”. His face lit up the minute they entered the room. Donnie is also survived by three brothers, Allister (Marion), Blues Mills, Arnold (Laddie), Whycocomagh, and Roy (Marybelle), Little Narrows and his nieces and nephews. Family meant a lot to Donnie and he always enjoyed family gatherings. In 1967, Donnie started his own construction company, 'D.W. Matheson and Sons Contracting Ltd.' He worked many tireless hours growing his company which is still maintained by “his boys”. Donnie enjoyed hard work and his greatest passion was repairing and rebuilding equipment. Donnie was always a very active community member. His past endeavors included, member of the Little Narrows Presbyterian Church, Past President of the Grand Narrows and District Board of Trade, Past President of the Nova Scotia Truckers Association, Member and Past Master Sircom Lodge #66, Whycocomagh, Past Potentate of Philae Shriners Temple (1996). Donnie loved to be 'kept busy'. Some of his favourite pastimes included his love of reading, his knowledge of genealogy , history, rebuilding antique cars and endless socializing. Donnie made many friends while travelling far and wide. Visitation will be from 2-9 p.m. on Wednesday, with a Masonic Service at 7 p.m. both in the Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Thursday, from Little Narrows Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Andrew MacDonald officiating. Burial will follow in Little Narrows Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations in Donnie’s memory may be made to the Shriners Children Travel Fund, P.O. Box 9050 Station ‘A’ Halifax, N.S., B3K 5M7. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com. Kathleen V. 'Kay' Dillon Mikkelson Born In: Round Island Passed in: Marion Bridge/Dartmouth Passed on: October 25th, 2013 Kay (Kathleen V. Dillon) Mikkelson, 92, Dartmouth, formerly of Marion Bridge, Cape Breton, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 25, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Janie Dillon of Round Island. She worked at the general office in the steel plant before becoming a full time mother and homemaker. Kay was a member of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, and was very active in community groups such as the Home and School Association, the Women’s Institute, the St. Columba Presbyterian Ladies Guild and choir, the Mira Seniors & Pensioners Club, and the Mira Stitch Makers. She also taught evening sewing classes and canvassed for various charities. Her hobbies included bowling, playing cards, gardening, knitting, quilt making and baking. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Joan Mikkelsen, Dartmouth; sons, Gary (Phyllis), Glace Bay, Brian (Donna), Caribou Marsh, Ivan, Sudbury, Ont., Howard (Sandy), Summerland, B.C., Blair (Joan), Dartmouth, Sheldon (Elaine), Mira Gut; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister Ethel Nicoll, Sydney/Glace Bay. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Mikkelsen, sisters, Bertha Peach, Jean Jones and Anna Lewis, and brothers Wilfred, Ira, Eldridge, Louis, and Leslie Dillon. A special thank you to Dr. Mark Stender, and to the Northwood Home Care staff for their loving and caring attentiveness to Mom. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial, Sydney, on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, from 2-4, and 7-9 and at St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, from 10-11 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. Following the service, interment will take place in Oakfield Cemetery, Hillside Road, Mira. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be sent to the memorial fund of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or emailed to [email protected] Mary Theresa 'Terry' Collyer Born In: False Bay Passed in: Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: October 24th, 2013 It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Theresa 'Terry' Collyer, 70, of Lunenburg, announce her passing on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Born in False Bay, C.B., she was a daughter of the late Charlie and Edith (Fougere) McDonald. Terry was a one of a kind lady to whom people were immediately drawn. While quiet by nature, she had a bright smile and an infectious laugh when something struck her funny. These qualities allowed her to show great empathy to those in need. This served her well throughout her life, especially during her time working as a home care worker for the Canadian Red Cross in HRM from which she retired after 19 years. Terry always put her family first, setting her career aside when the boys were born to look after home and family. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Rodger; son, John ( Sheri), Crouse’s Settlement, Robert (Lynn), Tyler, Texas; sisters, Rita (John) Paquette, North Bay, Ont., Cathy LaMarshe, St. Hilaire, Que., Marie Fougere, River Bourgeois; brothers, Pat and John, also of River Bourgeois. Terry was also a proud and loving grandmother to her three grandchildren Kyrsten, Andrew and Emma. The family would like to thank all the caring staff at Harbour View Haven and Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion. A special thank you to nurse Cindy Dares for caring for Terry in her final hours. Your kindness will always be remembered. You are a credit to your profession. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213, Hwy. #3, Lunenburg. In keeping with Mary’s wishes there will be no memorial service. Donations to the Canadian Red Cross in Terry’s memory would be appreciated by the family. www.sweenyfuneralhome.ca Frederick 'Fred' Arthur Simmons Born In: Glace Bay Born: October 9th, 1931 Passed in: Reserve Mines Passed on: October 25th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Fred Simmons on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at home with his wife and family at his side. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late George and Marcella (Mugford ) Simmons. Fred belonged to the Boiler Maker’s Union and worked many years throughout the Martimes. He also worked as a coal miner and was a member of the Reserve Pensioner Club. He belonged to Gordon United Church. Surviving are his wife, Verona (Matheson ); sisters, Marcella Angelo, Florence Turner, both of Glace Bay; brother, George ‘Sonny’, also from Glace Bay. He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents, brothers, Calvin, William, Warrick, Alfred, James, sisters, Miriam Gillis, Delsie Simmons. Visitation for Frederick Arthur Simmons will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 7-9 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel with Martha MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. A luncheon will be held in Gordon United Church Hall. Family flowers only. Donationa may be made to palliative care or charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. Elizabeth (MacDonald) Jessome Passed in: Ball's Creek Passed on: August 26th, 2013 Jessome (MacDonald), Elizabeth, 73, of Balls Creek, N.S., passed away on Aug. 26, 2013. She is deeply missed by her son, Kerry Laffin (Sheila), Aylesford; her daughter, Cathleen MacKinnon, Cole Harbour; grandchildren, Catherine Laffin, (Corey), Tiffany MacKinnon, Justin Laffin, Michael Laffin; great-grandchildren, Destiny Laffin, Tiana Oliver MacKinnon, Tristain Laffin, Shoncy Simmonds MacKinnon and Athyas Johns. A brief Graveside service will be held on November 2nd, 2013 in the old “Union” Cemetery, at St. Stephens United Church, Port Hood, N.S. Pastor Maggie Plant officiating. Condolences can be emailed to [email protected] or call 902-404-2997. Flowers are welcome as she loved flowers.

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 October 29, 2013 Tuesday There are 7 obituaries published today James Gordon Buchanan - 69 yrs Clarence Reid - 69 yrs Stephen Joseph "Stevo'" Marshall - 64 yrs Clare Leterte - Tom "Topper' Jones - 61 yrs Christina "Chris" Lovelace - 84 yrs Kay (Kathleen V. Dillon) Mikkelsen - 92 yrs James Buchanan Passed in: Dartmouth Passed on: October 27th, 2013 James, died peacefully surrounded by his family, after a brief illness, on Oct. 27, 2013. Gordon considered himself the luckiest of men to be Maureen's husband, father to the best daughters, Jyl and Karey, father-in-law to terrific sons-in-law, Chuck and Eric, and grandfather to the most amazing grandchildren, Justin, Alex, and Charlotte. Gordon's glass was never less than three quarters full, despite significant health challenges over the past 20 years. Ever a larger-than-life character, Gordon always lived in a world of superlatives. His rib crushing hugs were legendary, as was his smile and booming laugh. He never feared telling his truth, most importantly, that he loved you. Gordon was a passionate man - about sailing, dogs, politics, football, business, scotch, and most of all, his family. The much loved son of the late Sadie (MacLean) and James Buchanan of New Waterford, Gordon attended St. Francis Xavier University (BA 1967) and Dal (BEd 1970). Teaching led to business where Gordon found and pursued his professional passion in real estate development for many years. He is survived by his wife, Maureen (née Dillon); daughters, Jyl Lienaux (Bedford) and Karey Robb (Toronto); sons-in-law, Chuck Lienaux and Eric Robb; and grandchildren, Justin and Alex Lienaux and Charlotte Robb. His life was richer for his great friendships with David Parsons, Peter MacSween (deceased), Vincent (Topper) MacDonald; and his brothers-in-law, Ed MacAulay, Doug Rose and Barry Turner; sisters-in-law, Sheila MacAulay, Ruth Dillon Rose and Lois Dillon; nieces and nephews, Christy and Andrew MacAulay, Rebecca and Catherine Rose and Matthew and Laura Turner. Gordon truly valued his many friendships including extended family among the Buchanans, MacLeans, MacEacherns, Dillons and MacAulays. Following Gordon's wishes, there will be a funeral mass held at St. Leonard's Catholic Church (formerly Mount Carmel Church) in New Waterford on Friday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com., Dartmouth Chapel. Buchanan Family Motto: "Clairor Hinc Honos" - Henceforth forward the honour shall grow ever brighter. "Oh the rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum With the words I love you rolling off my tongue No more will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing." Rhythm of My Heart John Jordan and John Cupek Clarence Reid Born: June 27th, 1944 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 26th, 2013 Clarence Reid died peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born June 27, 1944, he was the son of the late Daniel J. and Catherine (MacDougall) Reid. Surviving is his son, Scott (Alana); granddaughter, Stephanie Lynn; sister, Eileen MacLean; mother of his children, Kathleen Reid; common-law spouse, Anna Marie Warren. He was predeceased by his daughter, Kathy Lynn, brothers, William 'Bill', Howard 'Wing' and sister, Rhea Daniels. Cremation has taken place. Private family burial will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013, in Hardwood Hill Cemetery,Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Stephen 'Stevo' Marshall Born In: Sydney Passed in: Potlotek Passed on: October 27th, 2013 Stephen 'Stevo' passed away on October 27, 2013 in the St. Martha's Regional Hospital in Antigonish after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Thomas and Pauline (Battiste) Marshall. Stevo was a member of Santé Mawio'mi. (The Mikmac Grand Council) He was an oyster farmer for a number of years and owned his own construction business with his partner Mr. James Nevins; M&N Construction. He is survived by sons, John Durward Marshall, Stephen Gerald Marshall all of Potlotek, and Winston Joseph Marshall, Halifax; grandchildren, Josie Cremo, Torre MacNeil, Winston Bernard and Justice Johnson; brothers, Russell (Carol), Alexander (Margie), Clifford (Cindy), Maynard and Lindsay (Florence); sisters, Nora (Peter) Bernard, Eskasoni, Rosemary Marshall, Bernadette and Sharon (Lester) Johnson all of Potlotek; godchildren, Claude Bradley Johnson, Nancy Johnson, Basil Johnson, Laurie Touesnard, Nancy Ann Marshall, Cassidy Simon, Olivia Isaac and Cleveland Nicholas. He was predeceased by his wife, Greta, paternal grandparents, Alexander and Rose (Googoo), maternal grandparents, Stephen and Mary (Basque) Battiste, sisters, Norbetta, Elizabeth, brothers, James and Gary. Visitation will take place in St. Kateri Tekawitha Chapel in Potloltek on Tuesday from 5 p.m. till time of Mass of Christian Farewell that will be held on Thursday morning at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church in Barra Head with Rev. Lourdusamy Mariadoss. Burial will follow in the Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, Barra Head. A meal and Salité will follow in the Potlotek Community Hall. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. To send words of comfort to the family or to light a candle in memory of Stevo, please visit www.chboudreau.com. Clare Leterte Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 27th, 2013 Sadness fills our hearts as we regretfully announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, Clare Leterte, on Sunday, October 27, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with her family at her bedside. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late John and Christina (Roberts) Murphy. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. A long drive along the back roads of Cape Breton was an activity that Mom took great pleasure in. >From early days with Dad and friends, until as recently as last week, she got to watch the beauty of the island and beyond pass by. In years past, she worked at Simpsons and she was an avid skater. That was where she met her future husband Victor and together that love for skating was passed on to her children. Family and friends were very important to Mom and she seemed to be at her best when the house on Harold Street was full. The 'grand opening' at Christmas time was an event to be remembered. The living room was filled with presents, warm feelings and Mom's laugh could be heard throughout the evening. Her bright blue eyes would sparkle for family and unexpected guests and always when Santa arrived. Clare was a stay at home Mom and her concern was that family was healthy, happy and well taken care of. She is survived by four children, Paul (Karen), Mira; Vicki (Joe Orkish), Sydney; Dale (Gwen Carey), East Bay and Christopher, at home. Also surviving are her eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Darryl Huett), Paul Marcus (Natasha Pitchuk), Terry, Ryan (Ali), Meghan (Jason), Chelsea, Riley and Kaylee; great grandchildren, Brandon, Harrison, Ella, Chloe and Mason, nieces and nephews and Minnie the cat. She was predeceased by her husband Victor in 2000; sisters Ruth MacDonald, Lena Mitchell, Winnie MacSween, Nora Biondi, Kay Murphy; brothers, John, Gerald, Cyril, George and great grandchild, Morgan Leigh MacKay. There will be no visitation for Mrs. Leterte. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph' s Church, Sydney with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Thanks to the VON Day Program and City Homemakers. Donations may be made to MacGillivary Guest Home or C.B. Palliative Care. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Tom 'Topper' Jones Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Tom (Topper) Jones, a kind and loving man, left his family and friends Tuesday, October 22nd, 2013. With him as he died were his sons, Kirk and Adam and sisters Anne and Freda. His parents, Marcella (MacDonald) and Tom (Mate) Jones, taught their children to love and care for each other. Through their acts of generosity to others, their children learned to help those in their community. Topper took these lessons to heart, always being loyal to family and friends. Topper loved his parents and looked after them in their later years. He enjoyed hunting with his father and taking long rides to enjoy the Cape Breton scenery. As they drove along he would point and say "I did that roof, that foundation and that furnace." You can see how Topper left his mark all over Cape Breton. Those who will especially miss him are his sons Kirk and Adam (Clare); sisters Freda (George) Fraser, Ontario, Anne (David) Jack and brother Billie, both of Victoria, BC. His nieces and nephews will lovingly miss their Uncle Topper. Joey MacDougall and Topper were blood brothers and worked together since Joey was 16. He and his family were like a second family to Topper. Topper had a charismatic personality, lighting up a room with this presence. He always showed a special kindness towards the elderly. All his friends said he would have been a millionaire if he had been paid for all of the work he did for others. He also had a special place in his heart for animals. When you went to his house Beowulf the dog would greet you wagging his tail. And Topper and Mindy Bird, a pigeon brought home with a broken wing, shared a mutual admiration for many years. His friends were loyal to him and he would like to thank all, but there are so many it would be impossible to mention every one. There are some, however, that must be mentioned. Alec and Lois Mills and Wayne and Mitchie Rich were Topper's emergency response team. When something important needed to be done he would say "Phone Alec" or "Get Wayne." His cousin Hilda and her husband Ray White were there to search for his favorite wool socks and bring a blueberry pie. Everett Durdle ploughed the drive-way, brought propane and his wife's preserves. Roger Embree, Johnny MacMaster, Duke Fraser, Gillian MacKenzie and Gussy Peckham gave freely of their time and support. Countless times there would be a knock on the door and someone would be there to drop off food, fresh fish and his favorite "pull apart bread." The family greatly appreciates your many acts of kindness. Topper was predeceased by his father, Tom Jones (Joggins); mother Marcella MacDonald (Port Hood); sisters, Rachel (Nellie) Heighton who is survived by Thomas and Marilyn Heighton, Mary Fleet who is survived by Tommy, BJ and Robbie, Halifax and two brothers Thomas Robert and Donald Thomas, who died in infancy. The Jones family extend their thanks to every staff member at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital especially (not in any order, Topper loved them equally); The members of the Palliative Care Unit including Laurie Mortimer, RN, Michelle Murphy, RN and Dr. John Ritter; Dr. Kian Kodagoda and the caring staff of the Oncology unit. The compassionate nurses of the VON who, through their care, fulfilled his wish to die at home. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. The family invites you to a graveside service at St. Agnes Cemetery, New Waterford, Wednesday, October 30th at 10 a.m. with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. There will be a celebration of Topper's life to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall on Convent Street. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. To enable them to continue their wonderful service to all Cape Bretoners, the family would appreciate any donations be made to the An Cala Palliative Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, 1482 George Street, Sydney, N.S., B1P-1P3 or your favorite charity. Christina 'Chris' Lovelace Passed in: Enfield Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 Christina Lovelance, age 84, formerly of Sydney, Cape Breton, was called home by the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Magnolia Continuing Care Community in Enfield. Born in 1929 in Dominion, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Lochlin and Margaret Currie (MacLeod). Chris had an immense love of life, family, dancing, laughing and fine clothes. Throughout the course of her life, she has touched many lives and will be missed by all who knew her. She now joins her parents, her husband Gordon, her loving sisters Margaret, Mary, Catherine and Josephine, and her brothers Thomas, Michael and Johnny. Chris was a treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. She leaves behind her sister, Elizabeth MacLeod (Raymond), New Waterford; daughters, Shauna Banks (Brian), Elmsdale, and Barbara Lovelace, Nelson, B.C.; granddaughters, Stephanie Dagnall (Robin), Dartmouth, Shelley Crooks (Norm) Toronto; great-grandchildren, Chloe and Cole and many nieces and nephews. Chris will also be fondly remembered by her extended family, Cheryl and Frank Berrigan, Krista, Margo, Jennifer, Kevin, Brian, Heather and their children. The family would like to send their deepest appreciation to the staff at Magnolia Continuing Care Community for taking such good care of Chris and nurturing her love of dancing, laughing and loving. Visitation will be held at T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel in Sydney, Cape Breton on Friday, Nov. 1, 7-9 p.m. followed by a funeral service on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in memory of Chris. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Kathleen V. 'Kay' Dillon Mikkelson Born In: Round Island Passed in: Marion Bridge/Dartmouth Passed on: October 25th, 2013 Kay (Kathleen V. Dillon) Mikkelson, 92, Dartmouth, formerly of Marion Bridge, Cape Breton, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 25, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Janie Dillon of Round Island. She worked at the general office in the steel plant before becoming a full time mother and homemaker. Kay was a member of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, and was very active in community groups such as the Home and School Association, the Women's Institute, the St. Columba Presbyterian Ladies Guild and choir, the Mira Seniors & Pensioners Club, and the Mira Stitch Makers. She also taught evening sewing classes and canvassed for various charities. Her hobbies included bowling, playing cards, gardening, knitting, quilt making and baking. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Joan Mikkelsen, Dartmouth; sons, Gary (Phyllis), Glace Bay, Brian (Donna), Caribou Marsh, Ivan, Sudbury, Ont., Howard (Sandy), Summerland, B.C., Blair (Joan), Dartmouth, Sheldon (Elaine), Mira Gut; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister Ethel Nicoll, Sydney/Glace Bay. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Mikkelsen, sisters, Bertha Peach, Jean Jones and Anna Lewis, and brothers Wilfred, Ira, Eldridge, Louis, and Leslie Dillon. A special thank you to Dr. Mark Stender, and to the Northwood Home Care staff for their loving and caring attentiveness to Mom. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial, Sydney, on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, from 2-4, and 7-9 and at St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, from 10-11 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. Following the service, interment will take place in Oakfield Cemetery, Hillside Road, Mira. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be sent to the memorial fund of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or emailed to [email protected]

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Ottawa Citizen October 26, 2013 Saturday Roderick MacDonald Maj. Roderick (Roddie) E. MacDonald, RCE Retired 1917-2013 Passed peacefully at the Ottawa General Hospital at the age of 96. Proudly born of strong Cape Breton stock in Florence, Nova Scotia, Roderick is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Betty Anne) MacDonald (McGowan), his son Burns (Shauna) and daughter Sandy, his step-children Mark McGowan (Eileen) and Mary Beth McGowan and her husband Bob Starkey, and loving grandchildren Heather MacDonald; Matthew, Caitlin, Joshua and Adam Starkey; Erin, Patrick, Brendan, Kathleen, and John-Francis McGowan; and one great-granddaughter Roisin Lea. He is pre-deceased by his first wife Linda MacDonald (Cluett), his father Roderick Edward MacDonald, a Vimy veteran of the 85th Nova Scotia Highlanders, his mother Mary Alice MacDonald, and his brothers Harry Burns MacDonald RCAF - Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), and Earl MacDonald, CBNRC. Roderick was a graduate of Acadia University (1939) and worked briefly in the Lab at the Sydney Steel Plant, before the onset of World War II. Like so many of his generation, he joined the Army, serving in the Royal Canadian Engineers in Sicily, Italy, and the liberation of Holland, where he was known to have helped many of the Dutch people, for whom he had tremendous respect. Roderick commanded the No. 1 Radiation Detection Unit through the early 1950s including their participation in Allied and Commonwealth nuclear tests in Nevada and Australia, and played a part in developing much of the dosimeter, radiation detection and safeguard technology in use today. The family would like to extend a very special thank-you to the staff at the Perley & Rideau Veterans Health Centre who became a loving extension of our family, and to the kindness he and our whole family received at the Ottawa General, whose compassion exceeded all bounds and made this life experience much easier for us all, especially for Roddie. An celebration of Roddie's life will be held in Ottawa at the Perley & Rideau Veteran's Health Care Centre, in Lupton Hall, at 10:00am on Saturday 02 November. A memorial service for the interment of ashes will be held in Sydney, Nova Scotia, at a future date - location and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Perley & Rideau Veterans Health Centre Foundation, the Ottawa Hospital Foundation, or the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal. God's piper has called Roddie and he goes well-loved by all. submitted by "ALLAN J. GILLIS" <[email protected]>

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 October 28, 2013 Tuesday There are 7 obituaries published today James Gordon Buchanan - 69 yrs Clarence Reid - 69 yrs Stephen Joseph "Stevo'" Marshall - 64 yrs Clare Leterte - Tom "Topper' Jones - 61 yrs Christina "Chris" Lovelace - 84 yrs Kay (Kathleen V. Dillon) Mikkelsen - 92 yrs James Buchanan Passed in: Dartmouth Passed on: October 27th, 2013 James, died peacefully surrounded by his family, after a brief illness, on Oct. 27, 2013. Gordon considered himself the luckiest of men to be Maureen's husband, father to the best daughters, Jyl and Karey, father-in-law to terrific sons-in-law, Chuck and Eric, and grandfather to the most amazing grandchildren, Justin, Alex, and Charlotte. Gordon's glass was never less than three quarters full, despite significant health challenges over the past 20 years. Ever a larger-than-life character, Gordon always lived in a world of superlatives. His rib crushing hugs were legendary, as was his smile and booming laugh. He never feared telling his truth, most importantly, that he loved you. Gordon was a passionate man - about sailing, dogs, politics, football, business, scotch, and most of all, his family. The much loved son of the late Sadie (MacLean) and James Buchanan of New Waterford, Gordon attended St. Francis Xavier University (BA 1967) and Dal (BEd 1970). Teaching led to business where Gordon found and pursued his professional passion in real estate development for many years. He is survived by his wife, Maureen (née Dillon); daughters, Jyl Lienaux (Bedford) and Karey Robb (Toronto); sons-in-law, Chuck Lienaux and Eric Robb; and grandchildren, Justin and Alex Lienaux and Charlotte Robb. His life was richer for his great friendships with David Parsons, Peter MacSween (deceased), Vincent (Topper) MacDonald; and his brothers-in-law, Ed MacAulay, Doug Rose and Barry Turner; sisters-in-law, Sheila MacAulay, Ruth Dillon Rose and Lois Dillon; nieces and nephews, Christy and Andrew MacAulay, Rebecca and Catherine Rose and Matthew and Laura Turner. Gordon truly valued his many friendships including extended family among the Buchanans, MacLeans, MacEacherns, Dillons and MacAulays. Following Gordon's wishes, there will be a funeral mass held at St. Leonard's Catholic Church (formerly Mount Carmel Church) in New Waterford on Friday, Nov. 1 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com., Dartmouth Chapel. Buchanan Family Motto: "Clairor Hinc Honos" - Henceforth forward the honour shall grow ever brighter. "Oh the rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum With the words I love you rolling off my tongue No more will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing." Rhythm of My Heart John Jordan and John Cupek Clarence Reid Born: June 27th, 1944 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 26th, 2013 Clarence Reid died peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born June 27, 1944, he was the son of the late Daniel J. and Catherine (MacDougall) Reid. Surviving is his son, Scott (Alana); granddaughter, Stephanie Lynn; sister, Eileen MacLean; mother of his children, Kathleen Reid; common-law spouse, Anna Marie Warren. He was predeceased by his daughter, Kathy Lynn, brothers, William 'Bill', Howard 'Wing' and sister, Rhea Daniels. Cremation has taken place. Private family burial will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013, in Hardwood Hill Cemetery,Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Stephen 'Stevo' Marshall Born In: Sydney Passed in: Potlotek Passed on: October 27th, 2013 Stephen 'Stevo' passed away on October 27, 2013 in the St. Martha's Regional Hospital in Antigonish after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Thomas and Pauline (Battiste) Marshall. Stevo was a member of Santé Mawio'mi. (The Mikmac Grand Council) He was an oyster farmer for a number of years and owned his own construction business with his partner Mr. James Nevins; M&N Construction. He is survived by sons, John Durward Marshall, Stephen Gerald Marshall all of Potlotek, and Winston Joseph Marshall, Halifax; grandchildren, Josie Cremo, Torre MacNeil, Winston Bernard and Justice Johnson; brothers, Russell (Carol), Alexander (Margie), Clifford (Cindy), Maynard and Lindsay (Florence); sisters, Nora (Peter) Bernard, Eskasoni, Rosemary Marshall, Bernadette and Sharon (Lester) Johnson all of Potlotek; godchildren, Claude Bradley Johnson, Nancy Johnson, Basil Johnson, Laurie Touesnard, Nancy Ann Marshall, Cassidy Simon, Olivia Isaac and Cleveland Nicholas. He was predeceased by his wife, Greta, paternal grandparents, Alexander and Rose (Googoo), maternal grandparents, Stephen and Mary (Basque) Battiste, sisters, Norbetta, Elizabeth, brothers, James and Gary. Visitation will take place in St. Kateri Tekawitha Chapel in Potloltek on Tuesday from 5 p.m. till time of Mass of Christian Farewell that will be held on Thursday morning at 11 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church in Barra Head with Rev. Lourdusamy Mariadoss. Burial will follow in the Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, Barra Head. A meal and Salité will follow in the Potlotek Community Hall. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat. To send words of comfort to the family or to light a candle in memory of Stevo, please visit www.chboudreau.com. Clare Leterte Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 27th, 2013 Sadness fills our hearts as we regretfully announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, Clare Leterte, on Sunday, October 27, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with her family at her bedside. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late John and Christina (Roberts) Murphy. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. A long drive along the back roads of Cape Breton was an activity that Mom took great pleasure in. >From early days with Dad and friends, until as recently as last week, she got to watch the beauty of the island and beyond pass by. In years past, she worked at Simpsons and she was an avid skater. That was where she met her future husband Victor and together that love for skating was passed on to her children. Family and friends were very important to Mom and she seemed to be at her best when the house on Harold Street was full. The 'grand opening' at Christmas time was an event to be remembered. The living room was filled with presents, warm feelings and Mom's laugh could be heard throughout the evening. Her bright blue eyes would sparkle for family and unexpected guests and always when Santa arrived. Clare was a stay at home Mom and her concern was that family was healthy, happy and well taken care of. She is survived by four children, Paul (Karen), Mira; Vicki (Joe Orkish), Sydney; Dale (Gwen Carey), East Bay and Christopher, at home. Also surviving are her eight grandchildren, Jennifer (Darryl Huett), Paul Marcus (Natasha Pitchuk), Terry, Ryan (Ali), Meghan (Jason), Chelsea, Riley and Kaylee; great grandchildren, Brandon, Harrison, Ella, Chloe and Mason, nieces and nephews and Minnie the cat. She was predeceased by her husband Victor in 2000; sisters Ruth MacDonald, Lena Mitchell, Winnie MacSween, Nora Biondi, Kay Murphy; brothers, John, Gerald, Cyril, George and great grandchild, Morgan Leigh MacKay. There will be no visitation for Mrs. Leterte. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph' s Church, Sydney with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Thanks to the VON Day Program and City Homemakers. Donations may be made to MacGillivary Guest Home or C.B. Palliative Care. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Tom 'Topper' Jones Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Tom (Topper) Jones, a kind and loving man, left his family and friends Tuesday, October 22nd, 2013. With him as he died were his sons, Kirk and Adam and sisters Anne and Freda. His parents, Marcella (MacDonald) and Tom (Mate) Jones, taught their children to love and care for each other. Through their acts of generosity to others, their children learned to help those in their community. Topper took these lessons to heart, always being loyal to family and friends. Topper loved his parents and looked after them in their later years. He enjoyed hunting with his father and taking long rides to enjoy the Cape Breton scenery. As they drove along he would point and say "I did that roof, that foundation and that furnace." You can see how Topper left his mark all over Cape Breton. Those who will especially miss him are his sons Kirk and Adam (Clare); sisters Freda (George) Fraser, Ontario, Anne (David) Jack and brother Billie, both of Victoria, BC. His nieces and nephews will lovingly miss their Uncle Topper. Joey MacDougall and Topper were blood brothers and worked together since Joey was 16. He and his family were like a second family to Topper. Topper had a charismatic personality, lighting up a room with this presence. He always showed a special kindness towards the elderly. All his friends said he would have been a millionaire if he had been paid for all of the work he did for others. He also had a special place in his heart for animals. When you went to his house Beowulf the dog would greet you wagging his tail. And Topper and Mindy Bird, a pigeon brought home with a broken wing, shared a mutual admiration for many years. His friends were loyal to him and he would like to thank all, but there are so many it would be impossible to mention every one. There are some, however, that must be mentioned. Alec and Lois Mills and Wayne and Mitchie Rich were Topper's emergency response team. When something important needed to be done he would say "Phone Alec" or "Get Wayne." His cousin Hilda and her husband Ray White were there to search for his favorite wool socks and bring a blueberry pie. Everett Durdle ploughed the drive-way, brought propane and his wife's preserves. Roger Embree, Johnny MacMaster, Duke Fraser, Gillian MacKenzie and Gussy Peckham gave freely of their time and support. Countless times there would be a knock on the door and someone would be there to drop off food, fresh fish and his favorite "pull apart bread." The family greatly appreciates your many acts of kindness. Topper was predeceased by his father, Tom Jones (Joggins); mother Marcella MacDonald (Port Hood); sisters, Rachel (Nellie) Heighton who is survived by Thomas and Marilyn Heighton, Mary Fleet who is survived by Tommy, BJ and Robbie, Halifax and two brothers Thomas Robert and Donald Thomas, who died in infancy. The Jones family extend their thanks to every staff member at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital especially (not in any order, Topper loved them equally); The members of the Palliative Care Unit including Laurie Mortimer, RN, Michelle Murphy, RN and Dr. John Ritter; Dr. Kian Kodagoda and the caring staff of the Oncology unit. The compassionate nurses of the VON who, through their care, fulfilled his wish to die at home. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. The family invites you to a graveside service at St. Agnes Cemetery, New Waterford, Wednesday, October 30th at 10 a.m. with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. There will be a celebration of Topper's life to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall on Convent Street. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. To enable them to continue their wonderful service to all Cape Bretoners, the family would appreciate any donations be made to the An Cala Palliative Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, 1482 George Street, Sydney, N.S., B1P-1P3 or your favorite charity. Christina 'Chris' Lovelace Passed in: Enfield Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 Christina Lovelance, age 84, formerly of Sydney, Cape Breton, was called home by the Lord Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Magnolia Continuing Care Community in Enfield. Born in 1929 in Dominion, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Lochlin and Margaret Currie (MacLeod). Chris had an immense love of life, family, dancing, laughing and fine clothes. Throughout the course of her life, she has touched many lives and will be missed by all who knew her. She now joins her parents, her husband Gordon, her loving sisters Margaret, Mary, Catherine and Josephine, and her brothers Thomas, Michael and Johnny. Chris was a treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and aunt. She leaves behind her sister, Elizabeth MacLeod (Raymond), New Waterford; daughters, Shauna Banks (Brian), Elmsdale, and Barbara Lovelace, Nelson, B.C.; granddaughters, Stephanie Dagnall (Robin), Dartmouth, Shelley Crooks (Norm) Toronto; great-grandchildren, Chloe and Cole and many nieces and nephews. Chris will also be fondly remembered by her extended family, Cheryl and Frank Berrigan, Krista, Margo, Jennifer, Kevin, Brian, Heather and their children. The family would like to send their deepest appreciation to the staff at Magnolia Continuing Care Community for taking such good care of Chris and nurturing her love of dancing, laughing and loving. Visitation will be held at T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel in Sydney, Cape Breton on Friday, Nov. 1, 7-9 p.m. followed by a funeral service on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 1 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Canada in memory of Chris. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Kathleen V. 'Kay' Dillon Mikkelson Born In: Round Island Passed in: Marion Bridge/Dartmouth Passed on: October 25th, 2013 Kay (Kathleen V. Dillon) Mikkelson, 92, Dartmouth, formerly of Marion Bridge, Cape Breton, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 25, 2013. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Janie Dillon of Round Island. She worked at the general office in the steel plant before becoming a full time mother and homemaker. Kay was a member of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, and was very active in community groups such as the Home and School Association, the Women's Institute, the St. Columba Presbyterian Ladies Guild and choir, the Mira Seniors & Pensioners Club, and the Mira Stitch Makers. She also taught evening sewing classes and canvassed for various charities. Her hobbies included bowling, playing cards, gardening, knitting, quilt making and baking. She will be dearly missed by her daughter, Joan Mikkelsen, Dartmouth; sons, Gary (Phyllis), Glace Bay, Brian (Donna), Caribou Marsh, Ivan, Sudbury, Ont., Howard (Sandy), Summerland, B.C., Blair (Joan), Dartmouth, Sheldon (Elaine), Mira Gut; 14 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister Ethel Nicoll, Sydney/Glace Bay. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Mikkelsen, sisters, Bertha Peach, Jean Jones and Anna Lewis, and brothers Wilfred, Ira, Eldridge, Louis, and Leslie Dillon. A special thank you to Dr. Mark Stender, and to the Northwood Home Care staff for their loving and caring attentiveness to Mom. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial, Sydney, on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, from 2-4, and 7-9 and at St. Columba Presbyterian Church, Marion Bridge, on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2013, from 10-11 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. Following the service, interment will take place in Oakfield Cemetery, Hillside Road, Mira. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be sent to the memorial fund of the St. Columba Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or emailed to [email protected]

Yes, we have the same here in Ottawa, Ontario; however, you must book time in advance for using the computer. I don't subscribe to Ancestry .com either; however, it is free to access the Canada 1921 census. With thanks, Margaret ----- Original Message ----- From: "Rose Courage" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]>; <[email protected]>; <[email protected]>; <[email protected]> Sent: Saturday, October 26, 2013 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] ancestory.com advice >I don't subscribe to Ancestry.com but here in Sydney, Nova Scotia, our > library has some kind of arrangement where you can access Ancestry.com > through the library, free of charge. You have to be in the library to > access it through their computers or through your own computer if you have > wireless. Perhaps there is something similar in a library in your area - > if so, you might be able to get access to your sites. > > I hope that you're able to access your information again. > > Rose in Sydney > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: <[email protected]> > To: <[email protected]>; > <[email protected]>; > <[email protected]> > Sent: Saturday, October 26, 2013 2:04 PM > Subject: [NS-CB] ancestory.com advice > > >> Hello list! >> I am wondering about the ancestry.com website and how it works after you >> deactivate your account through non-payment and plan to reactive in the >> future. >> Currently my account is deactivated and my user name is >> MacDonald_Suzanne. >> I am wondering while I have limited access to my information on the site >> I >> can >> still log on through my family tree maker, view my family trees and at >> times >> send and receive messages to other users. I am wondering if anyone else >> can >> view my trees? >> I have one McDonald Family Tree and another tree named MacDonald. >> Can someone with access to Ancestry.com let me know if they can see these >> trees? Or my account? >> I will be activating my account soon but before I do I would like some >> advice >> as to other family finding websites that I could use? I am not literate >> with >> Ancestry.com at all although I did add quite a bit of information and >> find >> many ancestors. >> >> I have been told by a few members not to use ancestry.com because by >> doing >> so >> I am giving up my rights and information to them but personally if others >> can >> see my information and connect to it, that is what I want. If I ever >> publish a >> book, it will be for family and to be shared. >> >> Thank you and any advice and information is welcome to this enquiry and >> the >> information there in. >> >> Thank you kindly, >> >> Suzanne McDonald >> Welland, ON. >> ___________________________________________ >> nsroots mailing list >> [email protected] >> http://mailman.ednet.ns.ca/cgi-bin/listinfo/nsroots >> >> ------------------------------- >> 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 >

I don't subscribe to Ancestry.com but here in Sydney, Nova Scotia, our library has some kind of arrangement where you can access Ancestry.com through the library, free of charge. You have to be in the library to access it through their computers or through your own computer if you have wireless. Perhaps there is something similar in a library in your area - if so, you might be able to get access to your sites. I hope that you're able to access your information again. Rose in Sydney ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]>; <[email protected]>; <[email protected]> Sent: Saturday, October 26, 2013 2:04 PM Subject: [NS-CB] ancestory.com advice > Hello list! > I am wondering about the ancestry.com website and how it works after you > deactivate your account through non-payment and plan to reactive in the > future. > Currently my account is deactivated and my user name is MacDonald_Suzanne. > I am wondering while I have limited access to my information on the site I > can > still log on through my family tree maker, view my family trees and at > times > send and receive messages to other users. I am wondering if anyone else > can > view my trees? > I have one McDonald Family Tree and another tree named MacDonald. > Can someone with access to Ancestry.com let me know if they can see these > trees? Or my account? > I will be activating my account soon but before I do I would like some > advice > as to other family finding websites that I could use? I am not literate > with > Ancestry.com at all although I did add quite a bit of information and find > many ancestors. > > I have been told by a few members not to use ancestry.com because by doing > so > I am giving up my rights and information to them but personally if others > can > see my information and connect to it, that is what I want. If I ever > publish a > book, it will be for family and to be shared. > > Thank you and any advice and information is welcome to this enquiry and > the > information there in. > > Thank you kindly, > > Suzanne McDonald > Welland, ON. > ___________________________________________ > nsroots mailing list > [email protected] > http://mailman.ednet.ns.ca/cgi-bin/listinfo/nsroots > > ------------------------------- > 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 >

If Vince is still of this list could he please contact me. Thanks Stanley Beaton

I have just completed an update to my website Cape Bretoners in World Two <https://sites.google.com/site/cbinww2/>. It contains an additional 16 individuals for a total of 16, 077 and 261 new pages for fatal casualties in the period Jan-Jul 1944, with photos for 19 individuals that are not on the Canadian Virtual War Memorial <http://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/collections/virtualmem> site. Although I feel I'm getting close to completing the number of individuals that served I only have the bare information for many of them, including those that died in service. I invite everyone to have a look at my site and if they have any information they would like to share to fill out the form I have provided on my general Cape Bretoners at War <https://sites.google.com/site/cbatwar/>site. Your input is very much appreciated. Wayne Macvicar Mira Gut, NS Cape Bretoners at War: https://sites.google.com/site/cbatwar/ Cape Bretoners in World War Two: https://sites.google.com/site/cbinww2/

Hello list! I am wondering about the ancestry.com website and how it works after you deactivate your account through non-payment and plan to reactive in the future. Currently my account is deactivated and my user name is MacDonald_Suzanne. I am wondering while I have limited access to my information on the site I can still log on through my family tree maker, view my family trees and at times send and receive messages to other users. I am wondering if anyone else can view my trees? I have one McDonald Family Tree and another tree named MacDonald. Can someone with access to Ancestry.com let me know if they can see these trees? Or my account? I will be activating my account soon but before I do I would like some advice as to other family finding websites that I could use? I am not literate with Ancestry.com at all although I did add quite a bit of information and find many ancestors. I have been told by a few members not to use ancestry.com because by doing so I am giving up my rights and information to them but personally if others can see my information and connect to it, that is what I want. If I ever publish a book, it will be for family and to be shared. Thank you and any advice and information is welcome to this enquiry and the information there in. Thank you kindly, Suzanne McDonald Welland, ON. ___________________________________________ nsroots mailing list [email protected] http://mailman.ednet.ns.ca/cgi-bin/listinfo/nsroots

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 October 26, 2013 Saturday There are 12 obituaries published today Christene Smith - 74 yrs Lillian Marie (Jessome) Riggs - 77 yrs Edwin "Stanley" Kendall - 69 yrs James William Townsend - 63 yrs Charlie Edward Reid - 83 yrs Pauline (Higgs) Collier - 96 yrs Joseph "Vincent" Flemming - Darrell Edward Johnson - 55 yrs Thomas Richard Corbett Sr. - 71 yrs Ronald "Ronnie" Campbell - 61 yrs Judith "Judy" Brophy - 63 yrs John "Blair" "Jake" Devoe - 65 yrs Christene Smith Passed in: Indian Brook Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 With broken hearts, we announce the sudden death of our sister, aunt and grand-aunt on Wednesday, Oct 23, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional, Sydney. Born in Indian Brook, Victoria County on April 30, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Donald John (DJ) and Annabelle (MacDonald) Smith. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church and attended services when she was able to do so. Christine was a graduate of Baddeck Rural High. She was a graduate of New Waterford Consolidated Hospital as a CNA and worked for many years at the Victoria County Hospital and at St. Rita Hospital until ill health forced her to retire. During her illness, Christene was able to remain at home in the comfort of her loving family and friends. She enjoyed crocheting, crosswords and watching birds. She was an avid reader and had a great love for animals. She is survived by sister, Margaret MacKenzie; brothers, John and Winston Smith, Indian Brook; nephew, Craig Matheson, Breton Cove; nieces, Michelle Martell (Michael), Yarmouth, and Susan Matheson (Stephen), Big Baddeck; grandnephews, Michael (Morgan) and Owen Matheson, Breton Cove; grandnieces, Nora and Kamryn Fownes, Big Baddeck. Christene was predeceased by her parents, sister, Evelyn Matheson, nephew, Brad Matheson, Breton Cove, and a sibling in infancy. There will be a visitation at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, North River Bridge, N.S., Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, Oct. 29 at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Glen Davies officiating. Burial to follow at Pine Hill Cemetery, N.S. Many thanks to doctors, nurses and all staff of Victoria County Hospital, Northside General and the Cape Breton Regional, as well as EMS paramedics, for the care and compassion afforded to our loved one. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the MacAskill Funeral Home. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to North River Presbyterian Church or the Lung Association of Nova Scotia. Funeral under the care and direction of MacAskill Funeral Home Baddeck, N.S. Lillian Riggs (Jessome) Passed in: Florence Passed on: October 24th, 2013 Marie passed away peacefully on Thursday at the Miners Memorial Manor, Sydney Mines. She was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Branch 83. Surviving are sisters Colleen, Bernadette and Judy; son Bernie; daughter Annette (Blair), Francine (Glen) and Natalie (Jim) as well as 10 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren and special friend Shirley Pentcost. Marie was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, Bill; sons Billy and Michael and Brother Frankie. Visitation will take place from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Monday October 28, at Francis Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Parish (formerly St. Pius X Church), Sydney Mines on Tuesday October 29, at 10 a.m. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Riggs family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. Edwin 'Stanley' Kendall Born: June 19th, 1944 Passed in: Summerside, Canada Passed on: October 25th, 2013 The death of Edwin 'Stanley' occurred peacefully at the Prince County Hospital, Summerside, P.E.I. on Friday, October 25th , 2013 of Edwin 'Stanley' Kendall of Summerside, P.E.I. and formerly of Newfoundland, aged 69 years. Stan was born on June 19th, 1944 on Ramea Island, NFLD. to his parents Margaret Skinner (nee Kendall ) and the late Dorcie Kendall. Beloved husband of Joyce (Degan) Kendall and loving father of Theressa Kendall (Jamie Willson) of Ontario, Walter (Misty MacDonald) of Ontario, Lori Burnell, Angie (Jason) Blacquiere all of Summerside and Amanda (Mike) Garuk of Ontario. Also lovingly remembered by his seven grandchildren: Nathan, Matthew, Dakota, Kendall, Eric, Haley, Lincoln and several nieces and nephews. Survived by his sister Linda (Denis) Chislett of Ontario. Besides his father, Stan was predeceased by his brothers Wesley and Walter. Resting at the East Prince Funeral Home, 245 Pope Rd., Summerside until Tuesday, October 29th, for a funeral service at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Memorial donations in Stan's memory to the Prince County Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Visiting hours on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of service. Members of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch # 9 Kensington will hold a service of remembrance at the funeral home on Tuesday at 12:45 p.m. A celebration of Stan's Life will be held at the Kensington Legion following the funeral service. Online condolences can be sent to [email protected] Arrangements entrusted to the East Prince Funeral Home, Summerside, P.E.I. www.peifuneralcoops.com. James Townsend Passed on: October 25th, 2013 It is with deep regret that we announce sudden passing of Jimmy Townsend on Friday, October 25,2013 at home. Full obituary to be in Monday's paper. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Š. Charlie Reid Passed in: Sydney River Passed on: October 24th, 2013 Charles Edward Reid, 83 of Sunrise Drive died peacefully on Thursday, October 24, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Westmount he was the son of the late George and Mary Reid. As a young man Charles was an avid athlete and participated in numerous sports; softball, badminton, and later became very active in the Sydney Curling Club where he served as a director. He was also a member of the Lingan Golf and Country Club. For many years Charlie was employed with Scotia Limestone and later retired in the mid 1990's from Sydney Steel. Surviving are his wife the former Joan McManus; daughter, Carolyn (David) McPhee, Toronto and two granddaughters, Claire and Julie; sisters, Joan and Zelda. Charles is also survived by his very close family members; Rev. Ora McManus, Bill (Bernice) McManus and Carolyn (David) Winfield. Predeceased by seven siblings. There will be no visitation for the late Mr. Reid. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 29 at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Fatima Church. Rev. Duaine Devereaux and Rev. Frank Abbass officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in Charles memory may be made to Cape Breton Palliative care. Special thanks to Dr's. Glen Worth, Isabel Dugas and George Burns and the nursing staff of 4-C, 4-B and the palliative care unit. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Pauline Collier (Higgs) Born In: Montana Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 19th, 2013 Pauline was a daughter of the late Ambrose and Armour Higgs. Besides her grandchildren, she is also survived by sisters Olive Tetford, Corinne Urquhart, Gloria (Melrose) Wilson; brother-in-law James Murchison, all of Sydney; and sister-in-law Barbara Foster, Ontario; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her husband Jim, daughter Carole and son Alan, Pauline was predeceased by her sister Frances Reeves; sister-in-law Anna Murchison; brothers-in-law Charles Tetford, John Reeves, Kenneth Urquhart, all of Sydney, and Ron Foster and Bill Mutch, Ontario. A loving wife and mother and bookkeeper for Cape Breton County Library, Pauline was a very capable homemaker who, with Jim, were gracious hosts to many special occasions celebrated at their Coxheath home. Joseph 'Vincent' Flemming Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 With heavy hearts and great sorrow, we, the family, wish to announce the passing of Vince - a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and cousin, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. He was the 4th of 14 children to the late Dave and Eva (Hillier) Flemming of Millville. Vince worked as a stevedore for Marine Atlantic, and also as a steward on MV Caribou, but his true love, besides Liz, was truck driving. He was known to all his trucker buddies as "Hungry Farmer." He was a loyal driver for Capstick's Trucking in Bras d'Or. In the past few years, Vince enjoyed and took great pride in his vegetable garden and well-kept yard. Grass was to be mowed precisely! He was a very proud Poppy to his eight grandchildren; he loved them dearly. Vince is survived by his wife of 37 years, Elizabeth (Young); sons David (Michelle), and Joey (Shannon) of Peterborough, Ont., his eight grandchildren; Tyler, Hunter, Jack, Nolan, Hailey, Ainsley, Ella Rose and Josie, and two special grand nieces, MacKenzie and Emily Mae. Also left to mourn are his brothers; Arthur (Mary), and Jack, both of Millville, and Bernie (Sue Oliver), St. Catharines, Ont., and his sisters; Mary Ann (Harry) Jackson, Conquerall Bank, Carol (Ron) Theriault, Millville, Theresa and Eva (Thomas Bevis), Halifax, Rose (Mark) Powell, and Fran (Blake) Clothier, Tantallon, Carmel Boosamra (Charles Robertson), Ottawa, Karen (Stephen) Turple, Comox, BC, Margie (Doug) Jessome, and Cecilia, both of Millville. He is also survived by brothers and sisters in-law Benji (Heather) Young, Millville, Ann (Ron) Bonnar, Bras d'Or, John D. (Janet) Young, Sydney Mines, Nelida Young (Jon Kenney), Bedford, Michael (Connie) Young, George's River, Theresa (Glen) MacLeod, Halifax, Colonel (Rosie) Young, Toronto, Alice (Mike) Van den Bosch, and Brian (Mitzi) Young, both of Peterborough, Ont., his much loved mother-in-law Nancy Young, George's River, and "sister in our heart" Jody (Greg) Moore, Sydney, several nieces and nephews in Canada, and an aunt and uncle and cousins in the U.S. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by father-in-law John D. Young, two sisters in infancy, maternal grandparents William and Phoebe Hillier, paternal grandparents Michael and Mayme Flemming, nephew Connor Bevis and several uncles, aunts and cousins. At Vince's request, there will be no visitation. His family will receive friends at J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Monday, October 28, 2013, at 1 p.m. A funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Deacon Greg Murphy officiating. The burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Family flowers only, please. Donations in Vince's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. A reception celebrating Vince's life will be held at the Millville Community Centre, after the service. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Darrell Johnson assed in: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 15th, 2013 Passed away at his home in Cambridge, Ont., on Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the age of 55. Dear son of Edward and Eureka (nee Jones) Johnson; brother of Ken, Chris & Dawn (nee Johnson) Ingram. Father of Vincent & Norma Johnson. To honour Darrell's wishes there will be no formal visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Bridges. Arrangements have been entrusted to COUTTS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 519-621-1650. Online condolences may be left at www.couttsfuneralhome.com. Thomas Corbett Born: December 3rd, 1941 Passed in: Stoughton, Canada Passed on: October 13th, 2013 Thomas Richard Corbett Sr., formerly of Sydney and a 40-year resident of Stoughton, Mass., passed away at home on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013. He was the beloved husband for over 50 years to Mary Dorothy (MacPhee) Corbett. He was the loving father to Corrine of Stoughton, Thomas Jr. of Georgetown, Mass. and Dorothy MacNeil (Darren) of Waltham, Mass. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Doyle (James), Peabody, Mass. and brothers, Patrick and William Corbett of Sydney. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Katherine (Fewer) Corbett and a sister, Catherine Pickup. He will be missed by all who had pleasure of knowing him. Funeral arrangements were made under Sheehan Funeral Home, Stoughton. Burial will be in Sydney at a later date. Ronald 'Ronnie' Campbell Born In: Sydney Passed in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 12th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Ronnie, announce his passing in Toronto on Oct. 12, 2013. Ronnie was born in Sydney, son of the late Alex and Edna Campbell. Besides his parents, Ronnie was predeceased by brothers, Sandy, Billy and Terry and sister, Mary Lillian. Surviving are Ronnie's sisters, Brenda Power and Ann Marie Campbell; brothers, Graydon, Gary, Blaise (Angie) and Michael (Val). At Ronnie's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visition or service. "We will love you forever and never forget you Till we meet again. Judith 'Judy' Brophy Born In: Sydney Born: August 18th, 1950 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Judith 'Judy' Ann Brophy on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013, at home. Born in Sydney on Aug. 18, 1950, Judy was the daughter of the late Vincent and Margaret (Peters) Brophy. Judy is survived by her sisters, Betty McCormick, Jean Brophy, Patsy (Walter) Twerd; brothers, Frank (Liz), Vince, Bobby (Mabel), Donnie, Tommy and Terry; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Judy was predeceased by her sisters-in-law, Bea and Delores, and brother-in-law, Joseph McCormick. Judy lived a quiet and simple life. She loved sewing and reading. She loved the company of cats and would enjoy a good laugh. Judy will be remembered by her family and friends for being a caring and loving person. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at 10 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Judy may be made to the S.P.C.A. of Cape Breton. 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. John 'Blair' Devoe Passed in: Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada Passed on: October 20th, 2013 With sorrow we, the family, announce the passing of Blair (Jake) Devoe at the age of 65 in Grande Prairie, Alta. on Oct. 20, 2013. A long time resident of Grande Prairie, he is lovingly remembered by his son, Raven Mikhail; brothers, Gerard, Port Colborne, Ont., Colin (Margaret), Sydney Mines; sisters, Patricia, Natick Mass., Diane (Donnie), Cochrane, Alta., Michelle (Louis), Sydney Mines and Lynn, St. Catharines Ont. Blair was predeceased by his wife, Salena and daughter, Shawna; his parents, Walter and Elizabeth Devoe; siblings, Walter, Yvonne, Brian, Lorraine, Kevin, Paul and infant, Elizabeth. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service was held at St. Joseph Church in Grande Prairie. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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 October 25, 2013 Friday There are 5 obituaries published today Maureen Ann Briggs - 60 yrs Amanda Le Templier - 29 yrs Clare "Sis" Howard Brenna - 65 yrs Alexis "Lexie" Power - 94 yrs Ronald Robert "Ron" Youden - 66 yrs Maureen Ann Briggs Born In: Mill Creek Born: January 9th, 1959 Passed in: Mill Creek Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a beautiful wife, mother, sister and friend, Maureen (Pendergast) Briggs who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Oct. 23, 2013, at the Northside General Hospital. Born and raised in Mill Creek on Jan. 9, 1953, Maureen was the daughter of the late George and Iris (Robbins) Pendergast. Maureen 'Ma' worked alongside her husband Creighton and family for many years operating Briggs Construction. In her early years Ma worked at Nickerson's fish plant where she made numerous friends, many of whom she kept in touch with through the years. Ma would always have a friendly hello for just about anybody she would meet and strike up a conversation with them as well. Ma was certainly the rock of our family and always willing to offer a piece of advice or a helping hand. She was a self-sacrificing person always putting her family's needs ahead of her own. Ma had a love for animals, she owned many dogs, cats, horses, and even a squirrel that she named Squirrelly that she would make sure was fed everyday. She would adopt any animal in need and invite them into her loving home. Ma would usually be found in the horse barn with Nancy caring for and cleaning the horses, one of her miniature horses that she had a particular fondness for was Sonny Ray Lee, whom she always had to have a handful of raisins for, they will all certainly miss her. Maureen is survived by her husband of 40 years, Creighton Briggs; her daughter, Nancy (Terry) Hendrix; her son, Creighton Jr. She is also survived by her sister, Margaret (Jerry) McLeod; brother, George (Carol) Pendergast; sister, Brenda (John) Chadwick; brothers, Brian (Joanne) Pendergast and Dave (Colleen) Pendergast; and sister, Joyce (Brian) Fraser. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Visitiation for Maureen will take place on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Little Bras d'Or with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Donations in Maureen's memory may be made to a charity of choice. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to the Briggs family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. Amanda Le Templier Born In: St. Anthony, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: October 29th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our daughter Amanda Le Templier on Oct. 23, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with family at her side. Born in St. Anthony, N.L., she was the daughter of Blair 'Chad' McPhee, stepdad and Lori Le Templier. Amanda was a member of St. Theresa Church in Blanc Sablon. She was employed with My Cape Breton Home, both in North Sydney and in Westmount. She enjoy working with seniors. Amanda loved spending time shopping and spending time with her sister and brothers and family. She enjoyed her company with her dog Keisha. Surviving are her parents and sister, Brianna Le Templier; brothers, Dillon, Zackary; stepbrothers, Blair McPhee and Dillon McPhee. Predeceased by her grandmother, Beatrice Le Templier. Funeral service is 10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 28 in St. Theresa Church in Blanc Sadlon, N.L. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Clare 'Sis Howard' Brenna Born In: New Waterford Born: April 2nd, 1948 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 18th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister Clare 'Sis Howard' Brenna on Oct. 18, 2013, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford on April 2, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Irene (Dieltgens) MacKenzie. Sis and her buddy Betty Gillis loved to travel together. Sis was an avid reader and enjoyed sitting down and watching her favourite TV shows Criminal Minds and Law & Order with her cherished grandson Christian. She had loved going to Marc's hockey games, and her Sunday drives with her grandson Trevor, especially when they would stop at Lick-a-Chick for a picnic. She had a special love for her family. She is survived by her soul mate, Jerry 'Jookie' Brenna; daughters, Wendy (Mike) Howard, New Waterford, Mary Dawn (Russell) Howard, Sydney; a son and daughter of the heart, Marc (Carissa) Nicholson, New Waterford, and Tamara (Chris) Irwin, Edmonton; sister, Joyce Howard, Port Hawkesbury; brothers, Raymond (Christine) Howard, Toronto, Danny MacKenzie, New Waterford; and grandchildren, Trevor and Christian, who will miss her dearly. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by son, Trevor George Howard, brother, Ralph and sister, Paula. Cremation has taken place. There will be a chapel service on Monday, Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. in McLellan Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, New Waterford, with Deacon Leo Penny officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. "If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever." Alexis 'Lexie' Power Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Alexis Power passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with her family by her side. Born in Glace Bay, Lexie was the daughter of the late Neil and Catherine (Wilton) McDonald. Lexie was active in Holy Redeemer parish, belonging to several societies such as St. Gerard's Guild and Home & School, holding offices in both societies. She was an avid reader and was a member of the Holy Redeemer Library. Lexie taught school in Glace Bay and at Whitney School from where she retired in 1984. She was a member of the retired teacher's organization. She bowled on several leagues in the city and loved to paint and enjoyed knitting. Even into her 90s she played cards with her friends and fellow retired teachers. She is survived by sons, Ken (Halina), London, Ont., Lorne (Jane), Sarnia, Ont., Kevin (Julie), Calgary, Alta.; and by daughters-in-law, Marguerite, London and Susan (Joey), Sydney; by brother Don, Glace Bay and a sister Jessie, Dominion. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, Eric, Melinda, Shaun, David, Kevin, Stephen, Melanie, Jordan, Nadine, Derek and Darcy; 14 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and by many nieces and nephews. Lexie was predeceased by her husband, Sid in 2001 and by her son, Don in 2004; sisters, Mildred, Josie and Pearl and brothers, Sanford, Herbie, Ronnie and Orville. Visitation for Mrs. Power will take place at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel (today) Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church, Rev. Paul Murphy officiating with interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. 'Forever in our hearts Ronald 'Ron' Youden Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Ronald Robert Youden, of Ferguson Drive, Sydney, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late John and Ada (Sampson) Youden. Ron was formerly employed with the City of Sydney. For over 30 years, he was a volunteer fireman with the Mira Road Volunteer Fire Department and a musician, playing drums in various bands over the past 45 years. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis (Carmichael); daughters, Melissa (Jason MacLennan) and Erin (Dave) MacAulay, Sydney; daughter-in-law, Cindy Youden, Sydney; brothers, Harry (June), Ontario and Steve (Cecelia), Sydney; grandchildren, Candace, Kayla, Nick, Matt, Romeo, Sophia, Claire and Ben. Ron was predeceased by his son, Ronnie and brother, Raymond. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday from 12-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected]

see note at bottom *George Edward 'Geordie' Walker* 1931-2013 Walker, George Edward "Geordie" – 82, Creignish, Inverness Co., passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2013 in St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late John Dan and Margaret Anne (Nicholson) Walker. Geordie worked as an electrician at the Gulf Oil Refinery and Martin Marietta, he was also a member of IBEW. He was a member of Stella Maris Parish, Creignish. Geordie had a keen interest working on anything electronic or electrical. He loved the repairing of old radios and restoring them to their original condition. He enjoyed his vast collection of old music. He was very meticulous in his work. He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Carolyn (Copley) Walker; daughter, Rose "Cookie" Walker, Halifax; sons, Neil Robert (Lina), Calgary; James, Creignish; sisters, Rose (Raymond) MacKinnon and Lorraine (Harry) Dykes; brothers, Michael (Betty), Walter (Sandra) all of Inverness. Geordie cherished his grandchildren, Carly Gillis, Rory Gillis, James Walker, Abby Walker, Alexander Walker and Matthew Walker. He was predeceased by his sisters, Isabel MacNeil, Immaculatta Hartford; brothers, Jamie, Hugh, Lauchie and Alexander. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday in Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Creignish with Father Hughie D. MacDonald officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made in Geordie’s memory to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Stella Maris Cemetery Fund or a charity of your choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com for those who would use obituaries to trace families - this contains an error in the name of Geordie's mother. Her name was not Margaret Anne, she was known as Margaret and her name was Christina Margaret. -- Bill Nicholson Fraser Lake BC

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 October 24, 2013 Thursday There are 8 obituaries published today Amos Gordon Cantwell - 96 yrs Thomas L.Hutchinson - 93 yrs Lee MacKenzie - 62 yrs Ivan George Lewis - 75 yrs Edward John Newell - 71 yrs Ronald Robert "Ron" Youden - 66 yrs Tom "Topper" Jones - 61 yrs Pauline (Higgs) Collier - 96 yrs Amos Gordon Cantwell Born In: Bras d'Or Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amos Gordon Cantwell of Bras d'Or and North Sydney on Oct. 23, 2013. Gordie celebrated his 96th birthday on Dec. 8 of 2012. He was the last surviving member of his family. Born in Bras d'Or, was the youngest son of Thomas and Bertha (Boudrot) Cantwell. He was predeceased by sisters, Muriel Cantwell, Clara Mae MacDonald, Mary Lent, Bertha White and Anna Naddaf and one brother, Raymond Cantwell. With the exception of the last 10 years, Gordie had lived in the family home in Bras d'Or with his wife Sadie who passed away in 2006. Gordie was a faithful member of St. Joseph Parish in Bras d'Or and St. Joseph Parish in North Sydney. He will be remembered for his smile, generosity and mild manner. Gordie's first job as a young man was the Toronto mine in Bras d'Or in 1939. He worked there until he started on the "Lord Calvin", a Western Union cable ship and he sailed from 1942 to 1944. His ship would leave with the convoys en route to England and on more than one occasion he mentioned seeing ships in his convoy struck by torpedoes from enemy submarines. In 1945 Gordie started working at Jabalee's grocery store in North Sydney where he worked as a meat cutter. He remained there until 1959. At that time he started working for Marine Atlantic, spending 11 years on the "Carson", his favourite ship. The remaining years were spent on other ships in the CN Fleet, retiring to pension in 1981. Gordie was very lucky in that he had good health in his 96 years. He and his wife Sadie travelled to Boston on a regular basis and made trips to Florida and Vancouver in the later years. He always enjoyed seeing family members come home in the summer months for visits and participated in any activities that were planned. He had vivid recollections of the old days growing up in Bras d,Or and was a very interesting storyteller.Gordie will be sadly missed by family and friends alike. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian burial will take place at St. Joseph Church in Bras d'Or on Friday at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating, interment in parish cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Fund or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family by visitingwww.francisfuneralhome.ca. Thomas L. Hutchison Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford/Glace Bay Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Thomas L. Hutchison, 93, of Taigh Na Mara and formerly of MacLeod Avenue, New Waterford, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Taigh Na Mara, Glace Bay. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Archibald and Mary (Leadbeater) Hutchison. Tommy worked in No. 12 coal mine for approximately 20 years. He served overseas with the Canadian Army during the Second World War and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion branch 15, New Waterford. Tommy was also a Past Master of the Masonic Lodge. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Surviving are daughters, Annette (Frank) Ross, Margaree, special daughter, Donna Iola, Dingwall, N.S., Kathy (Alain) Goulet, Port Morien, Nola Verge, Glace Bay; sister, Margaret Wolfe, New Waterford; grandchildren, Kathleen, Gail, Donna Marie, George, Brandon and Carly; great-grandchildren, Tonya, Bryce, Brooklyn, Sheridee, Neva, Daphne, Clare, Adrian, Adam and Emily; great-great-granddaughter, Amelia; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Tommy was predeceased by his wife, Helen Amelia, one son, Thomas, two daughters, Helen and Mary Freda, three brothers, Freddy, John and Archie, three sisters, Sarah, Catherine and Annie. Visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will take place Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. in Calvin United Church, New Waterford, with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Tommy will be taken to the church at noon on Sunday. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown, with a luncheon to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 15, New Waterford. Family flowers only by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Taigh Na Mara, 974 Main St., Glace Bay, N.S., B1P-7B8. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Lee MacKenzie Passed on: October 21st, 2013 With broken hearts, we the family of Lee MacKenzie of Howie Center, announce his passing at home on Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at the age of 62. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Margaret (Lee) MacKenzie of Glace Bay. Lee is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sheila (Williams) and his daughters, Jillian (Jason MacNeil), Lisa Marr, Michelle (BJ) Hill, and son, Kevin (Courtney MacKinnon); one brother, Lloyd MacKenzie (Helen) and four much loved grandchildren, Camden, Leah, Lauchlan MacNeil and Travis Marr. Also left to mourn are sisters-in-law, Mary (Bill Jamael), Lorraine (Jim MacIntyre), Georgie (Bill Gallagher), Peggy (Archie Pushie), Sharyn McDonald and Edna (Ross MacCormack). Lee was predeceased by an infant son, Lee Edward Lloyd and brother-in-law, Gary MacDonald. Lee taught school for 35 years, finishing his career at Malcolm Munroe Junior High where he taught math and computer. When he retired, Lee continued to enjoy his time on his computer and always was willing to lend his expertise. He served as president of the N.S. Teacher's Union, Cape Breton Local for many years. Lee was one of the founding members of the British Car Club of Cape Breton and loved his drives in his yellow and new orange MGB with his fellow car enthusiasts. He enjoyed playing Contractions and winter months in Florida. The Toronto Blue Jays have lost an avid fan. Lee loved life and above all his family. Always a perfect host, Lee went out of his way to make sure people were happy at his home. Spending his summers camping in Dunvegan and poolside watching his grandchildren learn how to swim was what he treasured the most. He took pride in his family and we will miss his contagious smile. His grandchildren brought him such joy and they loved their Poppy so much. "We love you and we will miss you always." Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River, with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Ivan Lewis Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our husband, Dad and Poppy, Ivan George Lewis, son of Rodger and Edith (Shaw) Lewis of Edwardsville on Oct. 22, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife, Christina (MacEachern); four sons, Everett (Linda), Edmonton, Alta. Ross (Cheryl) Prime Brook, N.S., Craig (Marie), Sydney, Mark (Karen), Elmsdale, N.S.; daughter, Lisa MacDougall (Leo), Hammonds Plains, N.S.; brother, Chester (Lucy), Courtenay, B.C.; sister, Florence Giroux Westmount; 10 grandchildren and many extended loving family members. Ivan was a man of strong convictions and beliefs. He was very proud of his family. He loved the simple things in life like fishing and driving the back country roads of Cape Breton. A retired member of local 752 Iron Workers, Ivan often told stories of his work across Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia. After retirement, Ivan spent many hours in the woods of his back property, cutting wood with his son, Craig, followed closely by his golden retriever, Trixie. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held today (Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Donations to the Canadian Council of the Blind or charity of choice. The family wishes to thank the staff and doctors of the ICU at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their professional and compassionate care. Special thanks to Dr. McGory, Dr. Brake and Dr. Murdock Smith. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuenralhome.com. Edward John Newell Born In: Glace Bay It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our brother, Ted. Born in Glace Bay, Ted was the son of Edward and Hilda (Wilcox) Newell. He is survived by sister, Anne (George) Pyke; brothers, Hector (Joan), Hamilton, Ont; Donald (Sandra), Old Perlican, Nfld., James and William (Sis), Glace Bay; sister-in-law, Gisela, Edmonton, Alta. And many nieces and nephews. Ted was predeceased by his parents and brother, David. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. There will be no visitation. A private ceremony will be held in Ted's memory on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013 at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Clayton Austin officiating. Burial at later date. Ronald Robert 'Ron' Youden Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Ronald Robert Youden, of Ferguson Drive, Sydney, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late John and Ada (Sampson) Youden. Ron was formerly employed with the City of Sydney. For over 30 years, he was a volunteer fireman with the Mira Road Volunteer Fire Department and a musician, playing drums in various bands over the past 45 years. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis (Carmichael); daughters, Melissa (Jason MacLennan) and Erin (Dave) MacAulay, Sydney; daughter-in-law, Cindy Youden, Sydney; brothers, Harry (June), Ontario and Steve (Cecelia), Sydney; grandchildren, Candace, Kayla, Nick, Matt, Romeo, Sophia, Claire and Ben. Ron was predeceased by his son, Ronnie and brother, Raymond. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday from 12-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Tom 'Topper' Jones Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Tom 'Topper' Jones, 61, of Duggan Avenue, New Waterford, died peacefully in the arms of his sons, Kirk and Adam, on Oct. 22, 2013, at home. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Tom and Marcella (MacDonald) Jones. Funeral arrangements, under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford, are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Pauline Collier Born In: Lovejoy, Montana, United States Born: August 4th, 1917 Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 19th, 2013 Pauline (Higgs) Collier, 96, formerly of Sydney N.S., died Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at the St. Catharines General Hospital, Ont. Born in Lovejoy, Montana, to farming parents, Pauline felt a deep love towards animals and would readily defend the notion that pigs were filthy creatures. Her family would leave the West for the East. Sydney, N.S. would become Pauline's new home. And there she would find her true love, James T. Collier (Jim). The two married and would remain together until Jim's death in 1987. The couple were blessed with two children, Carole Ann (Cook) and Alan Blair. Both Carole and Alan would predecease Pauline. These losses deeply affected Pauline but she was able to find comfort in her grandchildren, Jennifer Cook, Jonathan Cook and his wife Denielle Cuoco, as well as her great-grandchildren, Lauren and Owen Kamphuys, Elizabeth and James Cook. Being surrounded by such youth rejuvenated Nana and brought much joy to her life. We will miss her dearly. A private memorial will be held at a later date with interment to follow at the John Pringle Cemetery, Blackett's Lake, Sydney, N.S.

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 October 24, 2013 Thursday There are 8 obituaries published today Amos Gordon Cantwell - 96 yrs Thomas L.Hutchinson - 93 yrs Lee MacKenzie - 62 yrs Ivan George Lewis - 75 yrs Edward John Newell - 71 yrs Ronald "Ron" Youden - 66 yrs Tom "Topper" Jones - 61 yrs Pauline (Higgs) Collier - 96 yrs Amos Gordon Cantwell Born In: Bras d'Or Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Amos Gordon Cantwell of Bras d'Or and North Sydney on Oct. 23, 2013. Gordie celebrated his 96th birthday on Dec. 8 of 2012. He was the last surviving member of his family. Born in Bras d'Or, was the youngest son of Thomas and Bertha (Boudrot) Cantwell. He was predeceased by sisters, Muriel Cantwell, Clara Mae MacDonald, Mary Lent, Bertha White and Anna Naddaf and one brother, Raymond Cantwell. With the exception of the last 10 years, Gordie had lived in the family home in Bras d'Or with his wife Sadie who passed away in 2006. Gordie was a faithful member of St. Joseph Parish in Bras d'Or and St. Joseph Parish in North Sydney. He will be remembered for his smile, generosity and mild manner. Gordie's first job as a young man was the Toronto mine in Bras d'Or in 1939. He worked there until he started on the "Lord Calvin", a Western Union cable ship and he sailed from 1942 to 1944. His ship would leave with the convoys en route to England and on more than one occasion he mentioned seeing ships in his convoy struck by torpedoes from enemy submarines. In 1945 Gordie started working at Jabalee's grocery store in North Sydney where he worked as a meat cutter. He remained there until 1959. At that time he started working for Marine Atlantic, spending 11 years on the "Carson", his favourite ship. The remaining years were spent on other ships in the CN Fleet, retiring to pension in 1981. Gordie was very lucky in that he had good health in his 96 years. He and his wife Sadie travelled to Boston on a regular basis and made trips to Florida and Vancouver in the later years. He always enjoyed seeing family members come home in the summer months for visits and participated in any activities that were planned. He had vivid recollections of the old days growing up in Bras d,Or and was a very interesting storyteller.Gordie will be sadly missed by family and friends alike. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian burial will take place at St. Joseph Church in Bras d'Or on Friday at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating, interment in parish cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Fund or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family by visitingwww.francisfuneralhome.ca. Thomas L. Hutchison Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford/Glace Bay Passed on: October 23rd, 2013 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Thomas L. Hutchison, 93, of Taigh Na Mara and formerly of MacLeod Avenue, New Waterford, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2013, at Taigh Na Mara, Glace Bay. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Archibald and Mary (Leadbeater) Hutchison. Tommy worked in No. 12 coal mine for approximately 20 years. He served overseas with the Canadian Army during the Second World War and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion branch 15, New Waterford. Tommy was also a Past Master of the Masonic Lodge. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Surviving are daughters, Annette (Frank) Ross, Margaree, special daughter, Donna Iola, Dingwall, N.S., Kathy (Alain) Goulet, Port Morien, Nola Verge, Glace Bay; sister, Margaret Wolfe, New Waterford; grandchildren, Kathleen, Gail, Donna Marie, George, Brandon and Carly; great-grandchildren, Tonya, Bryce, Brooklyn, Sheridee, Neva, Daphne, Clare, Adrian, Adam and Emily; great-great-granddaughter, Amelia; several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Tommy was predeceased by his wife, Helen Amelia, one son, Thomas, two daughters, Helen and Mary Freda, three brothers, Freddy, John and Archie, three sisters, Sarah, Catherine and Annie. Visitation will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will take place Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. in Calvin United Church, New Waterford, with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Tommy will be taken to the church at noon on Sunday. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown, with a luncheon to follow at the Royal Canadian Legion branch 15, New Waterford. Family flowers only by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Taigh Na Mara, 974 Main St., Glace Bay, N.S., B1P-7B8. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Lee MacKenzie Passed on: October 21st, 2013 With broken hearts, we the family of Lee MacKenzie of Howie Center, announce his passing at home on Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at the age of 62. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Margaret (Lee) MacKenzie of Glace Bay. Lee is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sheila (Williams) and his daughters, Jillian (Jason MacNeil), Lisa Marr, Michelle (BJ) Hill, and son, Kevin (Courtney MacKinnon); one brother, Lloyd MacKenzie (Helen) and four much loved grandchildren, Camden, Leah, Lauchlan MacNeil and Travis Marr. Also left to mourn are sisters-in-law, Mary (Bill Jamael), Lorraine (Jim MacIntyre), Georgie (Bill Gallagher), Peggy (Archie Pushie), Sharyn McDonald and Edna (Ross MacCormack). Lee was predeceased by an infant son, Lee Edward Lloyd and brother-in-law, Gary MacDonald. Lee taught school for 35 years, finishing his career at Malcolm Munroe Junior High where he taught math and computer. When he retired, Lee continued to enjoy his time on his computer and always was willing to lend his expertise. He served as president of the N.S. Teacher's Union, Cape Breton Local for many years. Lee was one of the founding members of the British Car Club of Cape Breton and loved his drives in his yellow and new orange MGB with his fellow car enthusiasts. He enjoyed playing Contractions and winter months in Florida. The Toronto Blue Jays have lost an avid fan. Lee loved life and above all his family. Always a perfect host, Lee went out of his way to make sure people were happy at his home. Spending his summers camping in Dunvegan and poolside watching his grandchildren learn how to swim was what he treasured the most. He took pride in his family and we will miss his contagious smile. His grandchildren brought him such joy and they loved their Poppy so much. "We love you and we will miss you always." Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River, with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Ivan Lewis Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our husband, Dad and Poppy, Ivan George Lewis, son of Rodger and Edith (Shaw) Lewis of Edwardsville on Oct. 22, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his wife, Christina (MacEachern); four sons, Everett (Linda), Edmonton, Alta. Ross (Cheryl) Prime Brook, N.S., Craig (Marie), Sydney, Mark (Karen), Elmsdale, N.S.; daughter, Lisa MacDougall (Leo), Hammonds Plains, N.S.; brother, Chester (Lucy), Courtenay, B.C.; sister, Florence Giroux Westmount; 10 grandchildren and many extended loving family members. Ivan was a man of strong convictions and beliefs. He was very proud of his family. He loved the simple things in life like fishing and driving the back country roads of Cape Breton. A retired member of local 752 Iron Workers, Ivan often told stories of his work across Canada from Newfoundland to British Columbia. After retirement, Ivan spent many hours in the woods of his back property, cutting wood with his son, Craig, followed closely by his golden retriever, Trixie. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held today (Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Donations to the Canadian Council of the Blind or charity of choice. The family wishes to thank the staff and doctors of the ICU at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their professional and compassionate care. Special thanks to Dr. McGory, Dr. Brake and Dr. Murdock Smith. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuenralhome.com. Ronald Robert Edward Newell Born In: Glace Bay It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our brother, Ted. Born in Glace Bay, Ted was the son of Edward and Hilda (Wilcox) Newell. He is survived by sister, Anne (George) Pyke; brothers, Hector (Joan), Hamilton, Ont; Donald (Sandra), Old Perlican, Nfld., James and William (Sis), Glace Bay; sister-in-law, Gisela, Edmonton, Alta. And many nieces and nephews. Ted was predeceased by his parents and brother, David. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. There will be no visitation. A private ceremony will be held in Ted's memory on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013 at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Clayton Austin officiating. Burial at later date. Ronald 'Ron' Youden Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Ronald Robert Youden, of Ferguson Drive, Sydney, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late John and Ada (Sampson) Youden. Ron was formerly employed with the City of Sydney. For over 30 years, he was a volunteer fireman with the Mira Road Volunteer Fire Department and a musician, playing drums in various bands over the past 45 years. Surviving are his wife, Phyllis (Carmichael); daughters, Melissa (Jason MacLennan) and Erin (Dave) MacAulay, Sydney; daughter-in-law, Cindy Youden, Sydney; brothers, Harry (June), Ontario and Steve (Cecelia), Sydney; grandchildren, Candace, Kayla, Nick, Matt, Romeo, Sophia, Claire and Ben. Ron was predeceased by his son, Ronnie and brother, Raymond. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday from 12-2 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Tom 'Topper' Jones Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: October 22nd, 2013 Tom 'Topper' Jones, 61, of Duggan Avenue, New Waterford, died peacefully in the arms of his sons, Kirk and Adam, on Oct. 22, 2013, at home. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Tom and Marcella (MacDonald) Jones. Funeral arrangements, under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford, are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Pauline Collier Born In: Lovejoy, Montana, United States Born: August 4th, 1917 Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 19th, 2013 Pauline (Higgs) Collier, 96, formerly of Sydney N.S., died Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at the St. Catharines General Hospital, Ont. Born in Lovejoy, Montana, to farming parents, Pauline felt a deep love towards animals and would readily defend the notion that pigs were filthy creatures. Her family would leave the West for the East. Sydney, N.S. would become Pauline's new home. And there she would find her true love, James T. Collier (Jim). The two married and would remain together until Jim's death in 1987. The couple were blessed with two children, Carole Ann (Cook) and Alan Blair. Both Carole and Alan would predecease Pauline. These losses deeply affected Pauline but she was able to find comfort in her grandchildren, Jennifer Cook, Jonathan Cook and his wife Denielle Cuoco, as well as her great-grandchildren, Lauren and Owen Kamphuys, Elizabeth and James Cook. Being surrounded by such youth rejuvenated Nana and brought much joy to her life. We will miss her dearly. A private memorial will be held at a later date with interment to follow at the John Pringle Cemetery, Blackett's Lake, Sydney, N.S.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Halifax Herald October 23, 2013 Wednesday Alexander Ralph Alex Smith, age 88 of Halifax, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2013. Alex was born on April 30, 1925, to David and Jennie (Cameron) Smith of Port Hood, Inverness County. In 1943 he joined the ACAF, graduated and was discharged in 1945. In 1951, he rejoined and became a flying instructor in training command serving at Centralia, and at Central Flying School, Trenton, Ont. Alex then went to Maritime OUT in Summerside, P.E.I. and was posted to 404 Squadron at Greenwood (1959 - 1963), which then was followed by a staff tour at Maritime Air Command and the Halifax Dockyard. He then returned to the 405 Squadron as a pilot leader/EXO (1962 - 1972). Upon Retiring he began a new Career in real estate, starting with Royal Trust and several other companies in Halifax, Dartmouth and Chester areas. He is survived by his second wife of 36 years, Ann (Piercy) and her daughters, Katherine, Vancouver; Cynthia (Timothy), Fall River and their three children; his five sons, Bryant (Freda), Fall River; Errold (Celeste), Chester Basin, Gary (Laura, Saint John, N.B.; Dennis (Debbie), Hammond Plains; Gregory (Margo), Bridgewater; 10 grandchildren; sister, Jean Cooley, Halifax. He was predeceased by his first wife, Lyla (Young) Neid of Blandford, the mother of his five sons; and sister, Emily Sweet (of Antigonish). He will be remembered for his keen intrest in genealogy and for updating Samuel Smith's extended family. Our heartfelt thanks to the VON and the care workers for their compassion and Assistance. The body has been cremated. A celebration of Alex's life will be held Saturday afternoon, November 2, between 1-3 p.m. in the party room, 5524 Heatherwood Court Halifax. Burial will take place on Port Hood at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Victorian Order of Nurses submitted by "ALLAN J. GILLIS" <[email protected]>

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 October 23, 2013 Wednesday There are 4 obituaries published this week Wallace Alexander MacCalder - 73 yrs Donald Thomas MacDonald - 87 yrs Alexander A. MacInnis - Jean May (Dixon) Murray - 78 yrs MacCALDER The family of Wallace Alexander MacCalder wish to notify his friends and neighbours of his passing at the age of 73. Wallace passed away peacefully at Strait Richmond Hospital on October 17th. He was a son of the late Donald and Nellie (nee MacDonald) MacCalder, born and raised in River Denys. He is survived by his only daughter Laura Lee (nee MacCalder) Usher; son-in-law Melvin Usher; mother of his children Leone (nee MacDonald) MacCalder; and his friend Peter Lamey; grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and a large extended family; brothers Donnie and his family of Calgary, Alberta and Allan and family of AB. He was predeceased by his son Alexander in infancy, and brother Ivan. Cremation has taken place, and as per his wishes no service will be held. Cards of sympathy for the family can be sent to Laura Usher, River Denys, B0E 2Y0. Donations in his memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. MacDONALD Donald Thomas MacDonald of Toronto, and formerly of Judique, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga, Ontario, at age 87 on Saturday, September 28th, 2013. Born November 19th, 1925, in Judique, he was a son of the late Angus (the Carpenter) and Christine (MacDonnell) MacDonald. He spent his early life in Judique before moving to Toronto in the late 1950s, where he was employed at St. Michael's Hospital until his retirement in 1991. He was the much loved brother of John (Pecka), Lawrence (late Cathy), Kay (late Dick MacFarlain), Sister Edna, CSM, and the late Archie (Helen) and Alexander (Penny), and sisters Anne (Gip Smith), Florence Felix, Sadie and Christine Evans. Donald will be sadly missed by his brother-in-law Richard Felix and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. He was waked one day, Monday, September 30th, 2013, at the Turner and Porter "Neweduk-Erin Mills" Chapel, Mississauga, Ontario. His remains were then transferred to the Community Room of the Judique Fire Department for viewing on Thursday, October 3rd, 2013, 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass took place Friday, October 4th, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Andrew's Church, Judique, with Rev. Allan MacMillan presiding. Burial followed in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. MacINNIS Alexander A. MacInnis passed away peacefully surrounded by his family following a lengthy battle with cancer. Alex passed at Lachine Hospital, Quebec, on September 25th, 2013. He was the beloved husband of Betty (MacDonald); cherished stepfather of Donna, Sharon, Doris and Michelle; also three children from a previous marriage, Marguerite, Wayne and Kimberly; and numerous grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by his siblings Annie Jane, Marie, John, Richard, Catherine and Doug. Alex was predeceased by his father John, his mother Margaret and brothers Jim and Blaise. He was born in Mabou and moved to Montreal in the late `50s. He enjoyed horse racing, fishing and playing cards. A wake will be held at St. Mary's Funeral Parlor, Mabou, on Thursday, Oct. 24th, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, Oct. 25th at 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary's Church, Mabou, with Father Angus Morris officiating. Donations can be made to Cancer Society or to St. Mary's Graveyard. MURRAY Jean May (Dixon) Murray, January 2nd, 1933 - October 19th, 2013, daughter of the late Alexander and Catherine (Timmons) Dixon (Inverness). Jean loved to skate, coast, and play ball. She loved to fish and enjoy the outdoors. She will be missed by all who came to know her. Jean was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Angus Archie Murray (Mabou); in-laws James and Anna (Harman) Murray (Mabou); her sister, Jessie (late Clarence) Jardine (Toronto); brother Alexander (late Evelyn) Dixon (Inverness). Jean is survived by her daughter, Edith Murray, Inverness; her beloved grandchildren, Sheila Kutney (Raymond MacLellan), Inverness; Hugh Cameron Wallace (Kelsey MacKenzie), Dartmouth; Blake Michael Wallace (Stephanie Whitehead), Antigonish; Jessie Lee Wallace, Inverness; and great-grandson Seth Aaron MacEachern, Inverness. She is also survived by her sister, Beatrice (Jim) Gillis, Inverness; brother Isaac (Joan) Dixon, Bible Hill; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations may be made in Jean's memory to St. Matthew's Corner Cemetery Fund, or Central Inverness Palliative Care Society. Interment is to be held in St. Matthew's Corner Cemetery at a later date. On-line condolences may be made to www. invernessfuneralhome.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 October 23, 2013 Wednesday There are 4 obituaries published today Lee MacKenzie - 62 yrs Jordan Michael Gillis - 29 yrs Daniel James MacNeil - 54 yrs Pauline (Higgs) Collier - 96 yrs Lee MacKenzie Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Howie Center Passed on: October 21st, 2013 With broken hearts, we the family of Lee MacKenzie of Howie Center, announce his passing at home on Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at the age of 62. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Margaret (Lee) MacKenzie of Glace Bay. Lee is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sheila (Williams) and his daughters, Jillian (Jason MacNeil), Lisa Marr, Michelle (BJ) Hill, and son, Kevin (Courtney MacKinnon); one brother, Lloyd MacKenzie (Helen) and four much loved grandchildren, Camden, Leah, Lauchlan MacNeil and Travis Marr. Also left to mourn are sisters-in-law, Mary (Bill Jamael), Lorraine (Jim MacIntyre), Georgie (Bill Gallagher), Peggy (Archie Pushie), Sharyn McDonald and Edna (Ross MacCormack). Lee was predeceased by an infant son,Lee Edward Lloyd and brother-in-law, Gary MacDonald. Lee taught school for 35 years, finishing his career at Malcolm Munroe Junior High where he taught math and computer. When he retired, Lee continued to enjoy his time on his computer and always was willing to lend his expertise. He served as president of the N.S. Teacher's Union, Cape Breton Local for many years. Lee was one of the founding members of the British Car Club of Cape Breton and loved his drives in his yellow and new orange MGB with his fellow car enthusiasts. He enjoyed playing "Contractions" and winter months in Florida. The Toronto Blue Jays have lost an avid fan. Lee loved life and above all his family. Always a perfect host, Lee went out of his way to make sure people were happy at his home. Spending his summers camping in Dunvegan and poolside watching his grandchildren learn how to swim was what he treasured the most. He took pride in his family and we will miss his contagious smile. His grandchildren brought him such joy and they loved their Poppy so much.We love you and we will miss you always. Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. at Our Lady Of Fatima Church, Sydney River, with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Jordan Michael Gillis Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 20th, 2013 It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Jordan Gillis on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013, in Waterloo, Ont. Born in New Waterford, Jordan was the son of Michael and Kim (Gardiner) Gillis. Jordan graduated from Breton Education Centre and also played on their rugby team. He also played minor hockey in New Waterford; but his greatest passion was listening to music, going to live concerts and watching movies. At a young age, Jordan left New Waterford and found employment in Ontario with RIM (Research In Motion) a division of BlackBerry. He was a very easy-going compassionate man; helping others came naturally to Jordan. He had a great love for his parents, sisters, brother and all family members. Besides his parents, Michael and Kim, Jordan is survived by his brother, Jonathan (Ashley - who is like another daughter to the family); two sisters, Sarah, Jessica, New Waterford; maternal grandparents, Jerry and Jean Gardiner, Grand Mira; paternal grandmother, Casilda Gillis, New Waterford; uncles, aunts, cousins and his special friend, Sphinx. Jordan was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, John A. 'Spike' Gillis. Visitation will take place on Friday from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Jim Oliver is Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Leonard's Church followed by interment in St. Michaels Cemetery. Reception to follow in the KOC Hall, Plummer Avenue. As an expression of sympathy for Jordan, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army or the SPCA as Jordan loved animals and had many as pets. On line condolences can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Jordan (is a Hebrew name - descending) A firm person; his outlook is flexible; is exact in his work and play Gives joy and comfort to those around him; One whose intuitive sense is developed; Has a gleam in his eyes; If he says it, you had better listen; He is industrious and resourceful. Daniel MacNeil Born In: Fall River Born: December 31st, 1958 Passed in: Bedford, Canada Passed on: October 18th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dan MacNeil of Bedford and formerly Fall River, N.S. Born Dec. 31, 1958, in Sydney Mines, Dan died at home on Oct. 18, 2013. Son of the late John T. and Margaret Frances (MacKenzie) MacNeil. Dan is survived by his wife, Heather Leslie and daughter, Joyce MacNeil, and extended family. After spending his childhood years in Sydney Mines, Dan graduated from Acadia University in 1981 with a BSc, specializing in microbiology. Upon graduation he began working in quality control in Nova Scotia fishing firms and in 1983 began a long career as a highly respected microbiologist for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and later the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. Dan was a wonderful dad to his beloved daughter Joyce, an adventurous and highly skilled cook, a great friend, neighbour, son, son-in-law, who would do anything for anyone. He deeply loved his family, including the four-legged members, and some of his happiest moments were found exploring woods near and far with his beloved dog, Bob. Friends, neighbours, and colleagues are invited to gather with Dan's family to share memories and celebrate Dan's life at 1:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 25 at Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax, where a reception will follow. Burial will take place in St. John's Cemetery, Halifax. If you desire to honour Dan with a memorial donation, causes that would be close to his heart would include the SPCA or your favourite animal welfare charity, or an international development organization which helps children and families such as Plan Canada or the Nova Scotia Gambia Association, or simply remember to pass on a kindness to others wherever you can. Online condolences may be sent to www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com (Halifax Chapel). Pauline Collier Born In: Lovejoy, Montana, United States Born: August 4th, 1917 Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 19th, 2013 Pauline (Higgs) Collier, 96, formerly of Sydney N.S., died Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at the St. Catharines General Hospital, Ont. Born in Lovejoy, Montana, to farming parents, Pauline felt a deep love towards animals and would readily defend the notion that pigs were filthy creatures. Her family would leave the West for the East. Sydney, N.S. would become Pauline's new home. And there she would find her true love, James T. Collier (Jim). The two married and would remain together until Jim's death in 1987. The couple were blessed with two children, Carole Ann (Cook) and Alan Blair. Both Carole and Alan would predecease Pauline. These losses deeply affected Pauline but she was able to find comfort in her grandchildren, Jennifer Cook, Jonathan Cook and his wife Denielle Cuoco, as well as her great-grandchildren, Lauren and Owen Kamphuys, Elizabeth and James Cook. Being surrounded by such youth rejuvenated Nana and brought much joy to her life. We will miss her dearly. A private memorial will be held at a later date with interment to follow at the John Pringle Cemetery, Blackett's Lake, Sydney, N.S.

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 October 22, 2013 Tuesday There are 7 obituaries published today Elizabeth G. "Llizzie" MacDonald - 91 yrs Donald John MacDonald - 80 yrs Janese (MacNeil) Bonnar - 73 yrs Susannah (Douglas) Tucker - David Hugh Cameron - 69 yrs Pauline (Higgs) Collier - 96 yrs Daniel "'Vincent" MacIntyre - 55 yrs plus EXTRA Jordan Gillis - 29 yrs Elizabeth 'Lizzie' G. MacDonald Born In: North Sydney Born: August 20th, 1922 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: October 21st, 2012 It is with great sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of our mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Elizabeth 'Lizzie' MacDonald, 91, on Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born on Tobin Road, North Sydney, Aug. 20, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Nelly (Downey) Reid of North Sydney. She was a loving, caring and gentle soul who always took care of everyone. She enjoyed spending her time sewing, knitting, working out in her garden planting many of her favourite flowers, cooking and baking. She loved her family more than anything and always made sure they knew it. She is survived by her sons, Edward Jr., North Sydney, Stephen (Betty), Mississauga, Ont., Ronald (Sherry), Sydney Mines, Bill 'Little Billy' (Vicki), who she loved as her son and granddaughter, Lyne (Gary), who she cherished as her daughter. She is also survived by her brother Hepburn Reid of Sydney Mines. As well, she is survived by her 16 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Richard, Donnie, Colin, Stewart, Brian, Wendell, Stephen, Michelle, Sherrylynn, Renee, Rhonda, Madison, Billy, Lyne, Kara, her 15 great-grandchildren, Craig, Scott, Donald, Nyssa Lin, Nathan, Amanda, Amy, Allison, Alicia, Jeffery, Emily, Kyle, Joseph, Kaitlin and Andrew, as well as her dear friends, Carolyn and Mary and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, best friend and the love of her life, Edward MacDonald, sons, Donald, Billy and two sons in infancy, sisters, Sarah, Kate, Maggie, Charlotte, Nina, Nelly and Jeannie and a brother, Robert. Many thanks are extended to Dr. John Kirkpatrick, the doctors, nurses and staff of the third floor, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital who made our mother comfortable. We cannot thank you enough. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Wednesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Patrick O'Neill, officiating. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. "You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again." - Ron Tranmer. Donald MacDonald Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: October 17th, 2013 Donald John MacDonald of Baddeck, N.S. passed away Oct. 17, 2013, at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. He was the son of the late Alexander and Margaret (MacDonald) MacDonald. Donnie left Baddeck in 1961 with his family and moved to Ontario where he worked at Christie Cookie plant from 1962 until he retired in 1996. He returned to Baddeck with his wife Connie in 1996 to enjoy retirement. He is survived by daughters, Donna MacDonald, Ontario, Geri MacDonald, Florida. Grandchildren, Ulanta Clark, Amanda Clark, Louis Zita and Josy Zita. Besides his parents Donnie was predeceased by his wife Connie, sisters, Betty and Jean. Brothers, Richard and Murdock. The funeral service will be held Friday, Oct. 25 at Greenwood Church, Baddeck, N.S. at 2 p.m. with Rev. Hazel J. Morris officiating. Burial to follow at Greenwood Cemetery Big Baddeck, N.S. Janese (MacNeil) Bonnar Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: London, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 12th, 2013 Suddenly at University Hospital, London, Ont., Oct. 12, 2013. Born in Glace Bay, N.S. in 1940, Janese was the daughter of John and Annie (Clarke) MacNeil. Janese is survived by her sons, Keith and Ken and her daughter-in-law, Debbie. Adored and never forgotten by grandchildren Alex and Kayla Bonnar, (her angels); brothers, John Pats and Frank, and sister, Leeta. Janese was predeceased by her husband, David, 1995; sister, Gloria, 2009 (her best friend), and brothers, Connie and Celsie. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, Oct. 16th, from 7-9 p.m. Graveside service Saturday, Oct. 19th at 11 a.m. Visitation and service will take place at FOREST LAWN MEMORIAL CHAPEL & CEMETERY, 1997 Dundas Street E, (at Wavell). Family and friends are welcome at her home after the service to say farewell. She would say, "smile and be happy, I will always be with you. Love you all, Janese, Mom and Nanny." Susannah (Douglas) Tucker Born In: Fortune, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: October 21st, 2013 Susannah Tucker, a resident of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney (formerly, Monteith Avenue, Westmount) passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2013. Born in Fortune, Nfld., she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Martin) Douglas. Surviving are her daughters, Barb (Jim) Foley, Hamilton, Ont., Kay (Steve) Divinski, Grimsby, Ont. and Colleen (Lawrence) Blois, Westmount; son, Herb (Catherine), Blacketts Lake; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Susannah was predeceased by her husband, Herb; son, Doug; sister, Nel Lake and brothers, Clyde, Ronald, Spencer and Fred. There will be no visitation. A family graveside service will be held at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. The family would like to thank Dr. Peter Jackson and the staff of Fisherman's Cove at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] David Cameron Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada Passed on: October 15th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of David, announce his passing in Nanaimo on Oct. 15, 2013. David was born in Glace Bay and was the son of the late William and Muriel (Morrison) Cameron. Besides his parents, David was predeceased by his wife, Shirley, grandparents, Roderick and Christine (Pass) Morrison and Alexander and Esther (Nash) Cameron. Surviving are David's sisters, Sandra (Jack), Valerie Barro and brothers, John (Jackie), Wilfred, Brent (Donna); several nieces and nephews; and companion, Joyce. There was no service or visitation at David's request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of First Memorial Funeral Home, Nanaimo, B.C. "We will love you forever and never forget you Till we meet again." Pauline Collier Born In: Lovejoy, Montana, United States Born: August 4th, 1917 Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 19th, 2013 Pauline (Higgs) Collier, 96, formerly of Sydney N.S., died Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at the St. Catharines General Hospital, Ont. Born in Lovejoy, Montana, to farming parents, Pauline felt a deep love towards animals and would readily defend the notion that pigs were filthy creatures. Her family would leave the West for the East. Sydney, N.S. would become Pauline's new home. And there she would find her true love, James T. Collier (Jim). The two married and would remain together until Jim's death in 1987. The couple were blessed with two children, Carole Ann (Cook) and Alan Blair. Both Carole and Alan would predecease Pauline. These losses deeply affected Pauline but she was able to find comfort in her grandchildren, Jennifer Cook, Jonathan Cook and his wife Denielle Cuoco, as well as her great-grandchildren, Lauren and Owen Kamphuys, Elizabeth and James Cook. Being surrounded by such youth rejuvenated Nana and brought much joy to her life. We will miss her dearly. A private memorial will be held at a later date with interment to follow at the John Pringle Cemetery, Blackett's Lake, Sydney, N.S. Daniel 'Vincent' MacIntyre Born In: Sydney Born: November 10th, 1957 Passed in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed on: October 2nd, 2013 It is with great sadness that the family of Daniel Vincent MacIntyre announce his passing at age 55 on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013 at his residence in Toronto, Ont., after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Sydney, Cape Breton, N.S., Vincent was the oldest son of Gussie and Lorraine (Warren) MacIntyre. He was a son, brother, father and grandfather. Vince joined the Canadian Military at 17 years of age, retiring 12 years later as a Sergeant to start his own construction company Yonge Street Roofing which is still in operation today. Vince enjoyed being amongst friends playing cards, he played the bagpipes and enjoyed listening to Scottish music, he loved to play golf, but his greatest passion was for the game of pool. Many people will remember Vince through his many competitions winning both in Canada and the United States. His family and friends however will remember Vince as the person he was, loyal, respectful, classy, caring, and a true gentleman. He will be sadly missed. Vincent is survived by his fiance, Sandra Pettit; sons, Conrad (Kelly), Mark, Kirk and grandchildren, JD and Jonas; his mother, Lorraine (Warren) MacIntyre; siblings, Tom, Ida (Dan), Joey (Paulette), Norman (Jocelyn), Angus, Vera (Scott). He was predeceased by his father, Gussie MacIntyre; sister, Charlene MacIntyre; grandparents, Joseph Hugh and Margaret (MacKinnon) MacIntyre, James Warren and Mary (Kennedy) Michalik. Service will be celebrated on Friday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. at St. Margaret's Church, Grand Mira South, with Rev. MacGillvary officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Lunch at the parish hall. Donations can be made to a charity of your choice. OUR FATHER Our Father, Who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy will be done, on earth, as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. ****** EXTRA NOTE New Waterford native dies in hit and run NEW WATERFORD - Police in Waterloo, Ont., are investigating a fatal hit and run which claimed the life of a former New Waterford man on Sunday. Alana Holtom, a spokesperson for the Waterloo Police, confirmed 29-year-old Jordan Gillis was killed in a hit and run. "We're devastated here," she said, adding she understands Gillis is from the tight-knit community of New Waterford, where residents are also devastated by the news. "This sort of thing is so unnecessary and extremely tragic. We're feeling it here too." Gillis is the son of two prominent business people in New Waterford, Kim Gillis, owner of Puppy Palace dog grooming, and Mike Gillis, owner of Spike's Ideal Car Care on Union Highway. Holtom said on Sunday at about 4:30 a.m. a group of people found Gillis on the street with severe head wounds. "When police responded he had succumbed to his injuries." Holtom said the priority for police is tracking down the driver of the vehicle involved. "It's very upsetting that someone has done that and has failed to remain at the scene." Police are looking for a bright red vehicle, possibly an oldermodel SUV, with a damaged front bumper and hood. "We really have an engaged community who take ownership on things like this and take it upon themselves to be aware and vigilant. They will look for the vehicle description we've given out. That's where we are with this right now, looking for the vehicle and the driver." Holtom said an autopsy will be conducted as is standard procedure. Someone close to the family, who did not want to be identified, said Gillis loved going to concerts and was physically active. "He loves his music and loved his brothers and sisters. He played minor hockey when he lived here, played rugby for a year at Breton Education Centre." The friend said the family is devastated and the community is stepping up with support.