Cape Breton Deaths January 14, 2009 Karen V.P. Holm Shaw 86, New Waterford - Karen Holm Shaw, 86, of MacLeod Avenue, formerly known as Maple Hill, where she was raised, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 9, 2009. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Hans and Petrine (Pedersen) Holm. Karen was born on Wood Avenue in 1922. At the age of eight her family moved to 'Maple Hill.' She began her musical career at the tender age of four. Her older brother Gordon taught her to play piano, accordion, mandolin and banjo. Later, with her sister Gloria, she learned to tap dance as a pupil of Doris MacDonald. In her early 20s, Karen again followed her brother into the Canadian Army and was stationed in numerous locations. After the Second World War she served overseas, during the occupation of Germany, as a police woman at Nazi trials. While overseas, Karen met Stewart B. Shaw who later became her husband. Married in 1946, the couple moved to the town of Arnprior, in the Ottawa Valley where they resided for nine years. During daylight hours they owned and operated Mainview Photo Studio. Karen also became a member of the well-known orchestra, 'Mac Beattie and the Ottawa Valley Melodiers,' and performed several times a week at various venues including CFRA Radio. Somewhere between photography and music she also found time to be Girl Guide commissioner. Karen returned to her hometown of New Waterford in 1956 with baby, Elizabeth (Betty). She continued her careers in photography and music, managing Meyer's Photo Studio in Glace Bay and performing in variety shows and on radio and television with well-known local musicians. Mom was an honorary lifetime member of Cape Breton Professional Musicians Association Local No. 355 and was a longtime member of the Everett Cann Orchestra. Mom really enjoyed working and 'playing' in her numerous flower beds and had a real love for the many birds that she fed year round. Being a very spiritual person, Mom had deep respect for God and His written Word, the Bible. After several years of Bible study she was happy to become a baptized member of the Glace Bay Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. From 1972 until her passing she always thought it a privilege to share her knowledge of the Bible and her hope for the future with friends and neighbours. James 4:8 is an appropriate scripture to describe her relationship with Jehovah God. "Draw close to God and He will draw close to you . . ."Surviving are daughter, Elizabeth 'Betty' (Joel) Young, Reserve Mines; stepson, Shane (Marlene) Tourangeau, Carp, Ont., Ottawa Valley; brother-in-law, Albert 'Blackie' Digero, New Waterford; several nieces and nephews. Karen was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by brothers, Urban 'Dick' and Gordon, sisters, Carola, Tove, Thekla and Gloria. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Reserve Street, Glace Bay with Richard Volkes officiating. A reception will follow at the Kingdom Hall. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown, at a later date. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ray MacPherson 86, Sydney - The family of Raymond Alphonse MacPherson regret to announce his passing after a long, intense battle with illness over the past three years, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. Raymond will be remembered as a man with remarkable ethics whether it be work related (he was a sergeant with security at Sydney Steel for most of his working years) or interacting with numerous family and friends. He was always there with a helping hand or word for many. Raymond was a man of strong religious belief and faith as was evident by his involvement with the Men's Club and as a Eucharistic minister at St. Theresa's parish over the years. He was a familiar sight at daily mass and could be seen after mass 'fixing the books.' Raymond was a member of the Ashby Legion, Branch 138 and enjoyed his involvement especially selling poppies. Raymond will be remembered for many reasons but most of all he was a loving, caring father who taught us well, mostly by example. He was most loved and will be truly missed by all especially his loving wife of 63 years, Josephine (Sylvester) MacPherson. Raymond is survived by his five children, Ann Marie (Glen, deceased) Hill, Sydney, John (Diane), Missouri, U.S.A., Raylene (Yves) LeClerc, Ottawa, Marion (Michael) Silver, Halifax, Terry (Lynn), Halifax. Beloved poppie to grandchildren, John, Christopher and Becky MacPherson, Tracey Hill-Hannah and Craig Hill, Rene and Marc LeClerc, Aaron and Kyle MacPherson, Brandon and Ryan Silver. Also special extended granddaughters, Melanie, Amy and Kimberly Bonaparte and their parents, Marilyn and Mike. Poppie dearly loved his great-grandchildren, Cody and Kelsy MacPherson, Jade Hannah and Presley LeClerc. Raymond was the last surviving member of his immediate family and is survived by sister-in-law, Lucy (Robert) Ramey, and special nephew, Robyn (Christie) Foret, Calgary. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews whose lives Raymond continued to be involved with until his illness prevented him from doing so. Raymond was predeceased by his parents, John V. and Annie (MacKinnon) MacPherson, brothers, John, Dan and Bernie, sisters, Mary MacNeil and Florence Ling, sisters-in-law, Dorothy MacPherson and Eileen MacPherson and brothers-in-law, Tom Ling and Dan MacNeil. Visitation will be at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. in St. Theresa's Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in his memory can be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care or to the Canadian Alzheimer Society. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eva Mae (Westwood) Tracey 56, Broughton - It is with great sadness and broken hearts the family announces the passing of Eva Mae Tracey, much loved wife, mother, sister and friend on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the An Cana Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Eva was born in New Waterford in 1952. She was employed with several government departments and agencies in various positions for the past 25 years. Eva lived for the moment and had a great zest for life. She enjoyed many activities such as ceramics, quilting, jewelry making, scrapbooking and photo creations. Another passion of Eva's was travel, anywhere, anytime and at the drop of a hat. Eva was a colourful individual in both her personality and her wardrobe. She often liked to surprise her family, friends and co-workers with her various theme outfits and rap performances. Eva was a kind and compassionate person as evidenced by her donations to various charities. She was always there with a word of advice for anyone who asked. Eva is survived by her husband, Edward Tracey, Broughton; her daughter, Lisa Brewer, at home; son, Chris (Monica), Enfield; stepdaughter, Renee (Joey), Glace Bay; three grandchildren. She is also survived by brothers, Francis (Marguerite), New Waterford, Reg (Joan), Lingan, John (Lorraine), New Victoria; sisters, Margaret (Frank), Gardiner Mines, Audrey (Raymond), Whitney Pier, Norine, Lingan, Carol (Keith), Brampton, Ont.; many nieces and nephews; her mother-in-law, Trudy Tracey; sisters- and brothers-in-law; special friends, Sabeth, Brenda and Kathy; and aunts, Edna, Boston, and Mary, New Waterford. Eva was predeceased by her parents, Mamie MacPhee and Aubrey Westwood, grandparents, Frank and Mary Westwood and Jack and Mary MacPhee, niece, Sarah, father-in-law, Thomas (Jigger) Tracey, sisters-in-law, Sandy and Sharon in infancy. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Eva will take pace Friday, Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. in the parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael Church with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Cremation will follow. A luncheon will be held at the Carmel Centre following the funeral mass. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations in Eva's memory may be made to An Cala Palliative Care Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Spina Bifida Association, Canadian Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Yvonne Kendall 'Mary Summer' 89, Dominion - Mary Yvonne Kendall, 89, of Pleasant Street, Dominion, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in Sydney, Mary was the daughter of the late Peter and Jennie (Dominic) Doublet of St. Pierre and Miquelon. She was a member of St. Eugene's Church and a devout Catholic. Mary was a lifelong member of the Dominion Pensioners Club and at one time held the position of treasurer. She loved sports and was an avid fan of the Toronto Blue Jays. Mary also loved a good game of cards and did volunteer work with the Red Cross. But mostly, Mary will be remembered as a compassionate, loving mother and grandmother who always put family and friends as her priority in life. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Mary is survived by two daughters, Jean Burke (Vic), Montreal, Angela (Mick) McKinnon, Dominion; three sons, John (Dorothy), Glace Bay, Peter (Donna), Montreal, David (Philomena), Dominion. Mary is survived by 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her first husband, John MacDonald, second husband, John Kendall, four children in infancy and three brothers, Peter, Edward and Leon. Visitation will be held Thursday, Jan. 15 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Gerald Campbell is Friday at 2 p.m. in St. Eugene's Church followed by interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. All are invited to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. As an expression of sympathy for Mary, donations in her memory may be made to the Cancer Society or St. Eugene's Church, Dominion. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne Marie Gillis 49, Grand Mira South - It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anne Marie Gillis, 49, Grand Mira South on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of John G., Grand Mira South and the late Rose Marie (Black) Gillis. Anne is survived by her faithful companion and soulmate, Andy Ganaway; her father, John; her seven sisters, Helen (David) Ferguson, Theresa Gillis, Mary Gillis, Donna (Edward) Niedzielski, Kimberly (Glenn) MacDonald, Karen (Blair) MacDonald and Arlene (Dexter) Wiseman; her two brothers, Ronnie (Ann) and Steve (Mora); her two godchildren, Corey Matthews and Anthony Niedzielski; and her many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles; and special friend, Andrea Doyle. Anne was predeceased by her sister, Janice in infancy. Anne was a light in the lives of many and will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. As per Anne's wishes and as a final act of kindness, she chose to be an organ donor. A special thank you to the nurses in dialysis and ICU. Visitation for Anne Marie Gillis will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday at 2 p.m. in St. Margaret's Church, Grand Mira South, with Fr. Paul MacGillivary officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations in memory of Anne Marie may be made to the Diabetes Association or to the Cape Breton Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us. Rest in peace Buttercup" ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Therese 'Tracy' Ann Oursin 55, Sydney - It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Tracy, at home on Tuesday morning, Jan. 13, 2009, with friends and family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Antigonish to the late Leonard G. and Margaret E. (Warner) Ryan. Tracy was a member of St. Theresa's parish. She was actively involved at an earlier time in the N.S. Society for Autism and also was a former employee of Nightingale Nursing Service. She is survived by her loving husband, David; daughter, Crystal Oursin (Joel Young), Halifax; and special son, Jason, Braemore Home. She is also survived by three brothers, Gerard (Janet), Mike (Jackie), both of Saskatchewan, and Leonard (Jeannie), P.E.I.; one sister, Elizabeth Forcey, Edmonton; best friend, Barbara Oursin; very special and caring cousin, Nancy Marchand; good friend and neighbour, Raylene George as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a younger brother, Martin and a special sister-in-law, Marie Ryan. Visitation for Therese 'Tracy' Oursin will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. as well as Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated in St. Theresa's Church, Saturday at 10 a.m. with Fr. Jim Oliver officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery. Donations in Therese's memory may be made to C.B. Palliative Care or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Michael Jerome Kennedy 74, Little Lorraine - We regret to announce the passing of Michael Kennedy of Main-a-Dieu Road, Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, where he had a long hard fight with cancer. Born in Little Lorraine, Dec. 27, 1934, he was the son of the late Michael Thomas and Mary Elizabeth (Price) Kennedy. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Main-a-Dieu. He was employed with Hopkins Fish Plant for many years in Louisbourg. Michael was the kind of man that would give you the shirt of his back. We are going to miss him terribly, he'll always be loved and remembered by all who knew him. Mike is survived by his sisters, Barbara (Louis) MacGillivary, Little Lorraine, Marcella and Rhoda Kennedy, both of Halifax, Jackie (Chester) Pyne, Albert Bridge; brothers, Bobby, Howard, Jim, Alex and Gerard, all at home, Stanley, Sydney; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Mike was predeceased by sisters, Patricia and Viola in infancy, Frances MacMullin, Alice Kennedy and Catherine MacGillivary. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will take place 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at Immaculate Conception Church, Main-a-Dieu with Fr. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ronald Lewis 'Junior' McDonald 78, New Waterford/Windsor, Ont. - It is with deep sadness we announce the sudden death of Ronald Lewis 'Junior' McDonald at the Windsor Memorial Hospital, Windsor, Ont., Dec. 25, 2008. Ronald was the son of Ronald H. and Theresa McPherson McDonald. Born in New Waterford, Ronald attended St. Agnes School and later became a scout leader at St. Agnes. He worked in No. 12 colliery. Ronald married the love of his life Catherine Hutchison. Ronald left the mines and moved to Sault Ste. Marie, where he worked for the railroad at Algoma Steel. Upon retirement the family moved to Mississauga, Ont., where he worked as an assistant superintendent for six years. He then decided to move to Windsor with his two daughters and very special granddaughter, Courtney Trudell. He enjoyed and was very proud of his gardens which were very beautiful. He loved the outdoors and spent a lot of his time in the back yard with his flowers. He is survived by his two daughters, Ronalda Trudell and Doreen, also granddaughter, Courtney Trudell; sisters, Peggy Beaton, New Waterford, and Veronica, Pictou, N.S.; brothers, Charles 'Sharkey' McDonald, New Waterford, and Archie McDonald, River Ryan. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Catherine Hutchison McDonald and sisters, Mary, Theresa, Gertrude, Taddy and Doreen, brothers, Buddy and Ernie. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Burial and memorial mass will be at a later date. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gladys 'Elaine' Ward 72, Springhill - Gladys 'Elaine' Ward, aged 72 years, of Springhill, passed away on Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, in Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre, Nappan, N.S. Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Alexander and Mary Margaret (Boutilier) Ward. She was educated in Dominion, Cape Breton and was employed for over 30 years at the School for Hearing Impaired, Amherst. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League, Springhill. She was an avid 45s and cribbage card player and enjoyed being with her family and friends. She is survived by brothers, Raymond (Laraine) Ward and Roy (Linda) Ward, both of Glace Bay, Cape Breton; sisters, Delores (Warrney) McCumber, Nanaimo, B.C., and Coleen MacKay, Glace Bay, Cape Breton; several nieces and nephews; extended family, Paul and Cathy Meekins and their children, Salt Springs; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her companion, Charles O. Reid, brothers, Alexander, Fabian and William. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in A. H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill. Memorial funeral mass will be held 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Springhill, with Fr. David MacDonald officiating. Burial in Hillside Cemetery, Springhill, at a later date. If so desired, donations to the Catholic Women's League or charity of choice would be appreciated. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gregory MacDonald 58, New Waterford - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory MacDonald on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in New Waterford, he was the beloved son of the late Georgina (Getto) and Donald MacDonald. Gregory loved to be surrounded by his family and friends. He had a great passion for music and a wonderful sense of humour. Gregory is survived by brothers, Donnie (Nettie), Broad Cove, Wendell (Geri), Dwight (Jane), Zachary (Debra), John (Pam) and sister, Mugsie (Schima), all of Massachusetts; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A memorial mass to celebrate Gregory's life will be held at a later date. Donations in Gregory's memory may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association or a charity of choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Our sincere thanks to the staff at the Braemore Nursing Home and Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Spanish Bay Unit. Also a special thanks to the ICU at the Cape Breton Regional and Glace Bay hospitals. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Continued. Hi folks, Over Christmas, I was the recipient of over 650 older obituaries for people with connections to the Margaree area; most from the 1960's, 70's and 80's. As they are mostly image files (only 6 or so are text files), I can't post them here. Instead, I will post lists of what I have in groups of 10, one or two per day, and will be happy to send them individually. Because of the volume, please don't ask for them all, as I don't want to tick of my internet provider :-). Also because of the volume, please be patient as I respond to specific requests. List 8 Boudreau, Gabriel C. [1908]-1990 Boudreau, Thomas [1911]-2001 Brake (Blanchard), Annie Mary [1912]-1979 Brake, Charles [1901]-1980 Brewer (Arsenault), Cecilia [1932]-2001 Briand, Amable [1882]-1979 Buckles, John [1903]-1977 Buckles, Mrs. Bridget [1947]-1933 Buckles, Ronald [1896]-1972 Bucknam (Cormier), Lucy H. [1902]-1991 Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/

At the request of a list member (and a very good suggestion!) Hi folks, Over Christmas, I was the recipient of over 650 older obituaries for people with connections to the Margaree area; most from the 1960's, 70's and 80's. As they are mostly image files (only 6 or so are text files), I can't post them here. Instead, I will post lists of what I have in groups of 10, one or two per day, and will be happy to send them individually. Because of the volume, please don't ask for them all, as I don't want to tick of my internet provider :-). Also because of the volume, please be patient as I respond to specific requests. List 7 Blanchard (Boudreau), Clothilde 1888-1968 Blanchard (Muise), Harriet [1920]-1996 Blanchard, Edward [1921]-1983 Blanchard, Henry [1919]-2001 Blanchard, Joseph A. 1877-1960 Blanchard, Joseph Albert [1926]-1970 Blanchard, Judith Hattie 1910-1991 Blanchard, Marshall [1947]-1985 Blanchard, Tassian [1917]-1968 Blanchard, Wilfred [1914]-1978 Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/

nee Jessome, Mrs. James Fricker, North Sydney, February 28, 1963- d/o Charles Jessome C. B. Post Published: Thursday, February 28, 1963 Page: 26 Former well known local resident, Mrs. James Fricker, of Neil's Harbour, Victoria County, passed away Wednesday evening in St. Elizabeth Hospital here, following illness of two weeks. The deceased was born at George's River, a daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Charles Jessome, Had spent the greater part of her life in North Sydney prior to going to Neil's Harbour after her second marriage. Her first husband, Thomas Scott, predeceased her. A devout member of the Roman Catholic Church, she is survived by her second husband and five children by her first husband, three daughters: Helen Scott; Patricia, Mrs. Ray Billard, & Aileen, Mrs. A B Winstanley, all here; two sons: Shirley Scott in here and Clayton Scott in Ontario; also two grandchildren, four sisters: Clara, Mrs. Gordon Annesty, here; Dorothy, Mrs. Casper Meszares, Montreal; Susan, Mrs. Alex MacKinnon, Florida & Jeanette, Mrs. Thomas Paesumorse in Massachusetts; and three brothers: Philip Jessome, Bras d'Or; Charles Jessome & Byron Jessome, here. The remains are resting at the W J Dooley Funeral Home, 24 Blowers Street, North Sydney, from where the funeral will be held. Arrangements will be announced today.

Jessome,Dorothy, 84 Petawawa- Georges River Formerly of Georges River died December 28 at Pembrooke City Hostipal Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Jennette (Young) Jessome. She resided in Montreal for a number of years before moving to Petawawa. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church and was a frequent visitor to her native Cape Breton. She is survived by one daughter Julianna Sevosick, Edmonton dgt -in - law Betty Almond, Petawawa. Three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Brother Byron Jessome, Villa Drive, Bras d'or She was predeceased by one son George Brothers George Phillip Half brother Charles Sisters Janette Parformorse Clara Annesty Berth (Scott) Fricker Two sisters Pearl and Annie in infancy Half sister Susan Mackinnon Visitation at G R Francis and Son Funeral Home Sydney Mines is today from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Funeral Mass will be held at 11am Friday at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines with burial in St Mary's cemetry

Jessome, Byron Anacletus, 77, Villa Drive, Bras d'or, Sat June 15, 2002 Passed away at the Northside General Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Charles and Jennette (Young) Jessome. Byron was a member of the St Joseph's Church in Bras d'or. He worked at Allen Ice Co for 30 years. He was the last surviving member of his immediate of his immediate family. He is survived by his Wife Pauline Two sons George at home Charles (Edna) Two dgts Julie (Blaine) Karen (Paul) Pettipas all of Bras d'or Five grandchildren Jamie, Deanne, Laura, Jordan and Ryan Besides his parents, he was predeceased by Four sisters Dorthy Clare Bertha Jennette Brother Philip Stepsister Suzie Stepbrother Charles Several nieces and nephews No visitstion by request Funeral mass to be held l0:30 am Tuesday June 19 at St joesph's Church Bras d'or. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetry, Father Bedford Doucette officiating. Arrangements under the direction of GR Francis & Son Funeral Home Sydney Mines

Jessome,Henry E, 68, Mill Creek, Nov 29 1955 A well known and esteemed life long resident of this Northside community, Henry Edward Jessome, 68, Passed away at his home on Tuesday morning and news of his death will be learned of deep regret by many friends The deceased had been in ailing health for some time. A son of the late Mr & Mrs Andrew Jessome, he was for a period of 30 years employed with the Bras d'or Coal Company retiring in March of this year. A devout member of St Joseph's Church he is survived by his Wife the former Catherine MacDougall of Broad Cove, Inverness County Seven daughters and six sons. Daughters are Margaret (Mrs William Taylor), Antigonish Mildred (Mrs Mildred Brown), Sydney Josephine ( Mrs Daniel Merlin), Halifax Agnes, Halifax Clara and Eillen both in Edmonton Patrica, Antigonish Sons are Daniel in Uranium City Lawerence, Halifax Alexander, at home Augustine (Gus), Ont Barry, Ont Donald at home Also Surviving One sister Mrs Thomas Marsh, here Two brothers William at Bras d'or and Charles who moved to Ontario, several weeks ago Funeral arrangements were not complete last night but will be announce today by the WJ Dolley Funeral Home of North Sydney,. Internment will be made in St Josephs Cemetry Bras d'or Many friends join in offering sincere Sympathy to the bereaved families

Mrs Chas Jessome dies in Hospital Sydney Mines, July 24 -Published CB Post Jessome, Mrs Charles 57, 75 Pitt Street, Syd Mns July The death occurred, in Harbour View Hospital on Thursday night of Mrs Charles Jessome, following an illness of several weeks duration. She had been a patient in the hostipal for the past four weeks and underwent a serious operation. Born in North Sydney 57 years ago, she moved to Georges River in 1927 where the family resided for ten years. Five yeas ago they moved to Sydney Mines, where they lived resided at 75 Pitt Street. She was well known and highly respected, a loving wife, mother and a kind and good neighbour and friend. Her Passing is deeply regretted by a large circle of friends in Sydney Mines and surrounding districts. Surviving are her husband Charles Jessome, four daughters (Jennette) Mrs Thomas Parfumourse, Boston, Mass. (Clara )Mrs Gordon Annesty, North Sydney (Bertha) Mrs Thomas Scott, North Sydney and Dorothy at home. Two Sons: Phillip and Byron at home, Also a stepdaughter Mrs Alex MacKinnon and Charles James Jessome, Gannon Road, North Sydney and several grandchildren. Her mother Mrs Catherine Young, North Sydney and two brothers Roy Young of Halifax and Seward Young, North Sydney, one sister (Annie) Mrs Walter Hall, Boston Mass. also survive. It is expected the funeral will be held on Sunday with burial at Saint Mary's Cemetry, Shore Road

Jessome,Charles, 87, Pitt Steet, Sydney Mines July 7 1953 Charles Jessome dies in Hosptial Sydney Mines- Well known resident and highly esteemed life long resident of this Northside town, Charles Jessome, 87, passed away in the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax on Monday night and News of his death will be learned of with deep regret by many friends in this district and elsewhere. The deceased had for many years been employed as a miner at Princess Colliery, having been pensioned of some years ago. He had been a patient at Halifax for the past month. The late Mr Jessome was a devout member of Immaculate Conception Church. He is survived by five daughters and three sons. Daughters are Suzie, (Mrs Alex MacKinnon), East Bay Janet, (Mrs Thomas P. Morria), Rockland Mass. Clara, (Mrs Gordon Annesty), North Sydney Mrs bertha Scott, North Sydney Miss Dorothy Jessome, Montreal Sons are Charles, North Sydney Philip residing on Pond Rd Byron at home Also Surviving are Two sisters Mrs James Jobes, Glace Bay Mrs Edward Higgins, Glace Bay Two brothers George in Wisconsin Frank Jessome, Scotch Lake The remains were to arrive here from Halifax last night and funeral arrangement will be announced today. The funeral will take place from late residence on Pitt Steet, with internment to be in St Mary's cemetery Under the direction of George R Francis Funeral Services

Cape Breton Deaths January 13, 2009 Tuesday Margaret Campbell (Townsend) Burchell 101, New Victoria - Margaret Burchell, 101, of Victoria Haven Nursing Home, Glace Bay, and formerly of New Victoria, passed away Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at Victoria Haven. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late John and May (MacDonald) Townsend. Margaret was a member of Calvin United Church and received a lifetime membership award for her service with the UCW. She was an avid Toronto Blue Jays fan who, in her early years, played baseball with the Merry Makers from 1922-1932. Margaret loved to keep active and at one time ran two miles a day and would also skate daily at Waterford Lake. She also enjoyed shopping, the casino, playing poker and going out for supper. Surviving are daughter, Cynthia (Frank) McNeil, sons, Cecil Burchell and Merrill (Barbara) Burchell, all of New Waterford; sister, Thelma Petrie, New Waterford; special nephew, Greg Townsend, British Columbia; three daughters-in-law, Ruth Burchell, New Victoria, Rita Burchell, Halifax, Allene Burchell, New Waterford; 17 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, William 'Billy' Burchell, sons, Russell, Calvin and Roy, sisters, Eva LeDrew, Murial Stubbard, Jean Smith and Edna Budge, brothers, Cecil Townsend and Joseph Townsend. Visitation will be held today (Tuesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral service will take place 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14 at Calvin United Church with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. A luncheon will follow at Calvin Hall. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown. Donations in Margaret's memory may be made to Calvin United Church or Victoria Haven Nursing Home in Glace Bay. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Cecilia Bradbury 64, North Sydney - It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the sudden passing of Mary Cecilia Bradbury, 64, beloved wife, sister and aunt on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, Mary was the daughter of the late William and Catherine (Osborne) Dolomont. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, where she taught Sunday school for a number of years and she also volunteered with St. Vincent de Paul Society, and at the canteen in the Northside General Hospital. Mary enjoyed spending her summers camping at Lake-O-Law in Margaree. Mary is survived by her loving husband, Bob Bradbury and her little dog, Ginger; her special nephew and grandnephew, Mick Dolomont and his son, Jonathan; her four sisters, Molly (Luc) Quellette, Frances Sheffield, Bridget (Fred) Fudger, Shirley MacInnes, all of North Sydney; her two brothers, Michael (Linda) Dolomont and William (Sylvia) Dolomont, both of North Sydney; her brothers-in-law, Pat Dooley and Frank Fennell; and also by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters, Theresa Dooley and Joan Fennell, brothers, Jack, Ronald and Jim 'B.J.', brothers-in-law, Jamie MacInnes and George Sheffield, two nephews, Patrick and Jim Dooley and her niece, Michelle Dolomont. There will be no visitation by request. Funeral mass for Mary will be held 10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 16 at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, the Kidney Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Joseph Stanley Vassallo 59, Sydney Forks - We regret to announce the sudden passing of Joe Vassallo, Crestdale Drive, Sydney Forks, on Jan. 11, 2009. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Mrs. Isobel Vassallo, Sydney Forks, and the late Lawrence Vassallo. Joe moved to Hamilton, Ont., in 1971, and worked at Stelco for 32 years. His passion was to return to Cape Breton to retire which he did in March 2008. Joe is survived by his daughters, Kelly, Courtney and son, Daniel, Hamilton, Ont.; and his grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Catherine (Herb) Tucker, Blackett's Lake, Marlene (Edward) Ginter, Sydney Forks, Rose, Edmonton, Alta., June (Paul) Delosh, Hamilton, Ont., Laurie (Jim) Binns, Sydney; brothers, Terry (Crystal), Sydney Forks, Todd (Eleanor), New Glasgow, Rick (Carrie), Terrance Bay; as well as many nieces and nephews; and also left to mourn Joe is his friend, Maureen Cusack. Besides his father, Joe was predeceased by his brother, Stanley. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service beginning at 10 a.m. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 15 at the S. W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Interment to take place at a later date. Joe was a kind and gentle man who donated his organs to help someone in need. Donations in Joe's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation or charity of one's choice. He lived, he laughed, he loved and he left. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jessie Mae Courtney 84, North Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, Jessie Mae Courtney, age 84, a resident of the Northside Community Guest Home, and formerly of Forman Street, on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at the guest home. Born in Rose Blanche, Jessie was the daughter of the late James and Rose (MacDonald) Brown. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was a member of the Northside Senior Citizens and Pensioners Club. Jessie was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney, and a member of the ACW. Jessie is survived by her son, Brent (Vera) Courtney, North Sydney; and a daughter, Frances Chisholm, Dartmouth; seven grandchildren, Trena, Lee Scott, Angela, Ricky, Lisa, Erica and Lindsay and nine great-grandchildren, Troy, Max, Sam, Maggie, Courtney, Patrick, Ryan, Mary and Cory and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Eric Courtney, a daughter, Alma Kent, two sisters, Hanna and Ellen and a brother, John. Visitation for Jessie will be held from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Rev. Carl Fraser officiating. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Winnifred White 62, Dominion - It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful and caring wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Mary Winnifred White, age 62, of Dominion and formerly of Glace Bay, died at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility on Jan. 12, 2009, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of Mr. William Wareham and the late Mrs. Janet Wareham. She was employed briefly with Wal-Mart as the Wal-Mart greeter, a job she loved. She was a member of Epworth United Church and the Dominion Pensioners Club, where she enjoyed playing darts and socializing. She is survived by her husband, Donald White, Dominon; her son, Sheldon, B.C.; her daughter, Janet (JB) MacDonald, Glace Bay; two beautiful grandchildren, Kelsie and Emily MacDonald, who were her whole world. Mary is also survived by her father, William Wareham, Glace Bay, and her brother, Jim, Truro. She was predeceased by her mother, Janet Wareham and her son, Donald William White. Visitation for the late Mrs. Mary White will take place Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520, from 1-3 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Michael Goodfellow officiating. Burial to take place at a later date. Donations in Mary's memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be e-mailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Terrance 'Terry' William MacNeil 69, Boisdale - With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Terrance 'Terry' MacNeil on Jan. 11, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late William Joseph and Margaret Mary MacNeil. Terry was a member of St. Andrew Church, Boisdale. He was employed for many years as a psychiatric nursing assistant at the Nova Scotia Hospital until his retirement. Terry is survived by his loving wife, Anne Marie (MacLeod) MacNeil; children, Nicole MacNeil (Lezin Doucet), Yarmouth, Terry and Emily, at home, and Calum, Red Deer, Alta.; his beloved grandchildren, Jordan and Carmen Doucet; brothers, Laurie (Margie) and Ted (Yvonne), both of Dartmouth, Bob and Dave, both of Glace Bay; niece, Heather and nephew, Ronnie. Visitation for Terry MacNeil will be held in St. Andrew Church, Boisdale, today (Tuesday), Jan. 13, 2009, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass to celebrate Terry's life will be held Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. in St. Andrew Church, Boisdale, with Fr. Paul Abbass officiating and Fr. Peter MacLeod co-celebrating. Burial to take place in the church cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Aldona Marie (Barron) Bartlett London, Ont. - At London Health Sciences Centre Victoria Hospital, London, Ont., on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, Aldona Marie Bartlett (nee Barron) in her 61st year, surrounded by her loving family. She fought a courageous battle with breast cancer for nearly six years. She was the wife of Joseph Barry Bartlett. Cherished mother of Deanna (David) Perks, London, and John Joseph Bartlett, Oshawa. Proud grandmother of Nicholas John Perks. Dear sister of Dianne (Gary) Humphrey, Georgina Burke and Carmen Barron (Kevin) MacDonald, all of Nova Scotia. Dear niece of Leo (Alice) Barron, Sanford (Gussi) Baron, Isabel Barrett, Mary (Mamie) Peterson, Delores (Lowie) Peters and Edward T. Forgeron. Predeceased by her parents, Percy Andrew and Marie Genevieve (nee Forgeron) Barron of Cape Breton, N.S. Visitors were received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo St., London, Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and today (Tuesday), Jan. 13 at Summerside Community Church, 1447 Commissioners Rd. East, London, from 12 noon until the time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. Cremation with interment at a later date. Donations to the Pink Sensations Breast Cancer Survivor Dragon Boat Team, c/o Pat Slack, treasurer, 1750 Listowell Cres., Pickering, Ont., L1V 2Y3, would be appreciated. She touched so many hearts during her journey and loved so many people, that God needed her to help Him. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Christine Anne (MacQueen) Jacques 56, Quebec - It is with broken hearts the family announces the passing of Christine Jacques on Jan. 10, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital, Montreal. Born in Sydney, March 7, 1952, Christine was the eldest child of John James and Margie MacQueen, Sydney River. As well as her parents, Christine is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Daniel, sons, Benjamin and Nicholas, all of Ste. Anne-Des Plains, Quebec. She is also survived by her brothers, Gordie (Patsy), Marion Bridge, Ricky (Wilma), Westmount; sisters, Wendy (Greg) Keigan, Westmount, and Sally (Sandy) Mercer, Sydney. Christine also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who will miss her dearly. Christine was a registered nurse who worked at hospitals and institutions in Halifax, British Columbia and throughout Quebec. Although she and Daniel made their home in Quebec, they loved to travel and their "surprise" trips to Cape Breton kept them closely connected to her Cape Breton home. Time spent with family and friends was cherished by Christine. Funeral services are to be held Wednesday, Jan. 14 in Ste. Anne-Des Plains with interment in Granby, Que. A memorial service will be held in Cape Breton at a later date. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Buddy Fraser 67, Little Bras d'Or - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Michael 'Buddy' Fraser of Little Bras d'Or at his home on Jan. 10, 2009. He was the son of the late Willie R. and Rachael Fraser. He will be lovingly missed and remembered by his son, James (Mandi); three grandchildren, Kayla, Angus, Alasdair; brother, John Willie; sister, Sally and Peter Mansfield; his many nieces and nephews, their spouses and children and many, many friends. He was predeceased by brothers, Donald 'Duel', Rannie, Russell and Johnny, sisters, Betty (his twin), Ann, Theresa and Mary. At Buddy's request, there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Russell 'PaPa' Morrison 91, Sydney Mines - Russell passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, surrounded by his loving family at Harbour View Veterans Hospital. Visitation will be held today (Tuesday) at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to take place in the funeral home chapel Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. Burial at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens to follow. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Daisy Todd 94, Halifax - Daisy Todd passed away peacefully in the QEII Infirmary, Halifax, on Jan. 11, 2009. Born in Whitney Pier, April 25, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Florence (Foster) and William Clifford. She resided most of her life in Little Bras d'Or, where she was involved with the community and was a devoted member of St. Andrew's United Church. She retired from Cape Breton Development Corp. in 1979 and for the past three years, she resided in Parkland Estates, Halifax. She is survived by her son, Matthew, Dartmouth; her daughter, Florence (Don) Miller, Halifax; grandchildren, Shelley Graham, Douglas Todd, Dartmouth, Ross Miler, Florida, and Jeff Miller, Truro; great grandchildren, Nick Graham, Allison and Matt Todd, Dartmouth; sister, Ann Marie (Peggy) Carey, Little Bras d'Or; sister-in-law, Gen Clifford, Sydney; and numerous nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her husband, Matt in 1941, sisters, Florence King and Dolly Muggah, brothers, Dr. Vincent, Bill, Harry, Ernie and Les. Cremation has take place under the direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Weather permitting, a memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009, in St. Andrew's United Church, Little Bras d'Or, officiated by Mrs. Norma Mills. A visitation will be held at Port Wallis United Church, 263 Waverly Rd., Dartmouth, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. Special thanks to Dr. Connidis and the very caring staff at 8.4 QEII Infirmary. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be e-mailed to the family at fillmoreandwhitman@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary 'Moe' (Shaw) MacDonnell 67, Glace Bay/Sydney - Mary 'Moe' MacDonnell, nee Shaw, 67, passed away at the Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney, Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009. Born in Glace Bay, 'Moe' was the daughter of the late Ryan and Margaret Shaw. She was predeceased by siblings, James 'Jimmy' Shaw and Catherine 'Kwee' MacIsaac, New York. 'Moe' is survived by a daughter, Carrie Lee Grant, Toronto; sister, Margaret 'Maga' McNeil, New Waterford; and brother, John Shaw, Glace Bay. Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at St. Anne's Parish Church, Glace Bay, at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009. Donations can be made to the Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility or the charity of your choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. Mary's family would like to thank the staff at Harbourstone for their care and extend special thanks to her nephew, Tom McNeil and Mary's friend, Lillian Yhard for their kindness and care. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Edna Mae Brann 1920-2009 - It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of a dear sister and aunt, Edna Mae (Sissy) Brann passed away peacefully at Victoria Haven Nursing Home on Jan. 10, 2009, where she had resided the past year. Born in Donkin, Oct. 2, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Marjorie (Andrews) Brann. She is survived by her sister, Mary, Halifax; brothers, Willy 'Hobo' (Lucy), Connecticut, Lloyd (Karen), Glace Bay; sister-in-law, Ruth, Donkin; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Edna was predeceased by brothers, Gordon and Wilfred (Buddy), sisters, Loretta and Madge and brother-in-law, Budd Billard. As per her wishes, her body has been donated to Dalhousie Medical Research. The family will receive relatives and friends, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at the home of her brother Lloyd at 199 A Brookside St., Glace Bay, from 1-3 p.m. Scent free please. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William Neil Stewart 77, Sydney - William Neil Stewart, 77, Sydney, passed away Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Gabarus, he was a son of the late Donald A. and Mary Ann (Nelson) Stewart. For 30 years, Bill worked as an optician in Halifax and Cape Breton. He was a member of the Masonic Thistle Lodge No.36, Port Morien and Philae Shriners. Surviving are his daughter, Dawn (Donald) Hopkins, Port Morien; and grandchildren, Caitlyn Grace and Rebecca Raye. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Alfreda (Leach) in 1988, siblings, Johannes, Evelyn, James, Christine and Leslie. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Paul Henry MacChesney Sydney - Paul MacChesney, who passed away Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, is also survived by lifelong friend, Kevin Briand. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Apologies if this comes through twice. I've waited a few hours and haven't seen it yet. Cheers, Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/ _____________________________________________ From: Trish LeBlanc [mailto:trish.leblanc@nf.sympatico.ca] Sent: January 12, 2009 5:52 PM To: 'NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com' Subject: Older Obituaries - Margaree Area - List 5 List 5 Aucoin (LeBlanc), Sabina C. [1906]-1998 Aucoin (LeBlanc), Theresa Catherine [1917]-1990 Aucoin, Amedee 1848-1943 Aucoin, Arthur [1913]-1987 Aucoin, Catherine [1950]-1982 Aucoin, Constant [1869]-1927 Aucoin, Daniel [1940]-2001 AuCoin, George Leo [1947]-1973 Aucoin, John Mederick [1889]-1958 Aucoin, John Sylvester [1933]-1997 Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/

List 6 AuCoin, Joseph [1895]-1971 Aucoin, Joseph [1898]-1977 Aucoin, Napoleon Felix [1898]-1977 Aucoin, Thomas C. 1897-1980 AuCoin, William [1879]-1963 AuCoin, William J. [1912]-1994 Baker (LeBlanc), Delvina [1898]-1982 Barrington (Trainor), Veronica [1932]-2001 Bennett (Aucoin), Beatrice [1927]-1989 Bennett, James A. [1913]-1992 Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/

List 5 Aucoin (LeBlanc), Sabina C. [1906]-1998 Aucoin (LeBlanc), Theresa Catherine [1917]-1990 Aucoin, Amedee 1848-1943 Aucoin, Arthur [1913]-1987 Aucoin, Catherine [1950]-1982 Aucoin, Constant [1869]-1927 Aucoin, Daniel [1940]-2001 AuCoin, George Leo [1947]-1973 Aucoin, John Mederick [1889]-1958 Aucoin, John Sylvester [1933]-1997 Trish Trish LeBlanc St. John's, NL Researching - LeBlanc, Aucoin, Cameron & MacLean families of Cape Breton and all families in the Margaree area http://www3.nf.sympatico.ca/trish.leblanc/

Dear List, Is anyone related to Muriel Turner in this obit.? I have Turners in my line but don't know if this is a connection for me. Thank you. Cheers, Margaret ----- Original Message ----- From: "Carol MacLean" <ritam@axion.net> To: <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2009 11:02 PM Subject: [NS-CB] obit of.. TREIGE, Alfred George, 78 yrs > http://www.atikokanprogress.ca/articles/1001/1/October-22-2007-obituaries/Pa > ge1.html > > Atikokan Progress October 22, 2007 obituaries > > By Progress Staff | Published 10/24/2007 > > > October 22, 2007 > > Alfred George Treige > Alfred George Treige, 78, of Atikokan, passed away peacefully Sunday, > October 7, 2007 with his family at his side at the Thunder Bay Regional > Health Sciences Centre. > Al was born in Glace Bay, NS (Cape Breton) on December 19, 1928 to the > late > Arthur and Annie Treige. He enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces for > active duty in WW2 and later re-enlisted with the Special Forces in the > Korean War. After his discharge in 1953 he worked as an underground miner > in the coal mines near Glace Bay. In 1956 he was recruited by Steep Rock > Iron Mines to work as an underground miner until the underground operation > shut down. During his first year in Atikokan he met and married Elsie > Bebee. > He then worked for Oglebay Norton Co. at Canadian Charleson open pit mine > and when they closed he worked as an industrial millwright at Caland Ore > until its closing in 1980. In his later years he worked as administrator > of > the Atikokan Native Non-profit Housing until his retirement in 2004. > Al loved sports of every kind and was a team member in many. He will be > remembered for his fair play with hockey in Atikokan as a player, coach, > convenor, minor hockey executive member and #1 fan. He also enjoyed his > bingo adventures and other travels, including the Neumann farm in Busby, > AB. His trips to visit family on Cape Breton Island and the lobster feasts > were a highlight in his life. > The days of old in Atikokan were spent with his large extended family > playing cards, listening to music and enjoying conversations around the > dinner table on special occasions. > Al is survived by his wife Elsie Treige of Devon, AB, children Ken (Fay > Roblin) Treige of Atikokan, Wendy Warren and Robin Neumann, both of Devon, > AB, grandchildren Aimee, Sarah (Simon), Jayke, Derek, Ian, Nicole and > Kelly, and siblings Hattie Treige, Muriel Turner, Mary Shepherd and Daniel > Treige, all of Glace Bay. > He was predeceased by his father Arthur in 1976, mother Annie in 1961, > brother Joseph in 1940, son-in-law Jeff Neumann in 2003, mother-in-law > Mary > Bebee in 1992 and father-in-law Ken Bebee in 2000. > A military service to celebrate Al's life was held on Friday, October 21 > at > the Royal Canadian Legion Br 145 with Rev. Gord Waldie officiating. > Interment is at Little Falls Cemetery. > Memorial donations may be made to the AGH Extended Care Wing or the > Thunder > Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, Critical Care Unit, 98 Oliver > Rd., > Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6V4. > > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > NS-CAPE-BRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without > the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

I have just completed a major update on my website, Cape Bretoners in World War Two, www.ww2.cb-ns.org/index.htm Since my last update in April 2008 I have been able to add an additional 148 names to my database and update 370 already in my database, with the help of those that contributed information to me as well as additional obituaries and sources I have on hand. The help is very much appreciated. However I am still requesting assistance for new information, corrections, etc. I have also added individual pages for 72 fatal casualties in 1941, continuing from the 14 for 1939 and 1940 with more to come in the next few months. You can find the links on the fatal casualties page. Please visit or re-visit my web site and send your comments to me. Your input is very much appreciated. Thanks very much. Wayne Macvicar www.ww2.cb-ns.org cbww2@seaside.ns.ca <== Note new e-mail address

http://www.rawalker.ca/chrono_may_04.htm Ronald A. Walker Funeral Homes MAY, 2004 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ BILLARD, James Wesley Thomas BILLARD, James Wesley Thomas - 78, Indian Harbour, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2004, in QEII Health Sciences Centre, Halifax. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late James Billard and Edna (Thomas, Billard) Fralick. James was employed for years with Glubes and EMI Cossor and in his later years with Dalhousie University until his retirement. He enjoyed music throughout his life, played various musical instruments, including the violin, guitar, mandolin, chord organ and the mouth organ. He is survived by his wife, the former Lillian Maxine Richardson; son, Kenneth James (Catherine), Calgary, Alta.; sisters, Lynn (Barry) Gibson, Timberlea; Edna (Elmer) Boutilier, Indian Harbour; Lillian (Kent) Crooks, Indian Harbour; grandson, Owen. He was predeceased by stepfather, Weldon Fralick. The family will receive visitors 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, 13549 Peggy's Cove Rd., Tantallon. Funeral service will held 2 p.m. Saturday, May 8, in Indian Harbour Baptist Church, Pastor Michael Cannell officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. On-line condolences can be made at: www.rawalker.ca

http://www.wiartonecho.com/PrintArticle.aspx?e=1304042 Wiarton Echo LAWLEY: Phyllis Margaret of Oliphant, born April 25, 1934 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia passed quietly at Wiarton Hospital on November 11, 2008. Phyllis graduated from the Royal Victoria School of Nursing in 1955 always keeping in touch with many fellow grads and friends. Phyllis nursed for a time in Summerside PEI before moving to Toronto to nurse at Doctors Hospital. In 1961 Phyllis joined Crown Life where she was the first woman elected to the position of Assistant Superintendent, Individual Health Underwriting. By this time Phyllis had been coming to Oliphant enjoying all the splendors that the Bruce has to offer. She loved to boat, hike, canoe, swim and be with friends. After leaving Crown Life, Phyllis was a successful Realtor in Toronto until she decided to take an early retirement and live permanently in Oliphant. That is when she moved into and renovated her beautiful home 'Shakewell' on the shores of Lake Huron. Friends gathered for many a musical evening with Phyllis on piano and the ukulelies for backup. Phyllis always found joy in the beauty of the Peninsula. She moved to Limpert Lodge, Wiarton in 2006 where she continued to enjoy life with friends, her Euchre group and buzz around town on her red scooter. Phyllis will be missed by her sister Kathleen Love of Calgary, Alberta and brother Gordon Lawley (Mary) of Halifax, Nova Scotia. She was the cherished Aunt of Kathy MacKenzie (Bruce) and Jim Love of Calgary, Alberta, Nancy McCauley (Paul) of Hamilton and Jim Lawley (Andrea), Ross Lawley and Jeff Lawley (Shelley) all of Halifax, Nova Scotia. She will be forever remembered by her Bruce Peninsula 'family of friends'. Phyllis was predeceased by her parents Janet (Webster) and Dr. James Lawley. Heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff of Wiarton Hospital for their kindness, competency and good humour. In respect of Phyllis' wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be a graveside service at Balsam Grove Cemetery on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a time to share memories at the Sandy Bay Restaurant, Oliphant. Arrangements entrusted to the GEORGE FUNERAL HOME, Wiarton. Donations made to the Wiarton Hospital Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be left for the family through www.georgefuneralhome.com

http://www.lynnlake.ca/A_Place_to_Remember_122.htm ejszekrenyes@sasktel.net A Place to Remember P.O. Box 89 Cochin, SK S0M 0L0 306-386-2245 IN MEMORIAM Winnie Tanasichuk forwarded this obituary: BREWER, James Roy (Jim) With his wife and children by his side, James Roy (Jim) Brewer, age 52, passed away on January 20th, 2007 in the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital. Jim was born in Glace Bay, NS and at a young age moved to Lynn Lake, MB where he began his mining career working for Sherritt Gordon Mines. In 1978 he married Barb Dulewich and together they raised three children. In 1985 the family moved to Marathon, ON where he was employed with Williams Operating Corp. Due to kidney failure in 1992, Jim began dialysis. In 1996, the family moved to Thunder Bay so he would no longer have to travel to receive his dialysis treatments. Jim loved his family. His main goal was to see his kids grow up and be happy. He was always bragging on how successful his kids were in their careers. Hockey was his passion. When he was unable to play himself, he became involved with Minor Hockey. He was never prouder than the times he watched his son on the ice. Jim thoroughly enjoyed a day at the arena especially if there was an opportunity to ½stir the pot…. Jim truly loved the outdoors; fishing and hunting were in his blood. There are many tales to tell, but few can be repeated here. In the last few years, his grandchildren were the light of his life. When his grandson was born, he was so thrilled and excited that he took off down the expressway to the hospital on his scooter to see him. Jim was the life of the party. He loved a good time and a great joke. He was always good natured and never complained even through the toughest times. Jim was constantly singing and loved singing especially to his grandchildren. He had a talent for making up his own words and tune as he went along. Jim was blessed with great family & friends and was truly thankful for their ongoing support. We would like to thank to the Doctors and staff of the Renal Unit for their care and compassion for the past 14 years.. The staff and other patients were a very important part of Jims life and became very much an extended family. He had the greatest respect for Dr. McCready. The family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for his support especially in Jims final days. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Margaret (1983) and James (2007), brother in law, Kevin, and father in law, Nick. He is lovingly remembered by his wife Barb, daughters, Jennifer (Kevin), Jamie (Len), and son James (Lily), grandchildren Taylor and Cameron, brother Jerry (Jackie), sisters, Patsy, Donalda (Art), and Darlene, mother in law, Stella, sister in laws, Debbie, Cheryl (Pete), brother in laws, Audie (Sheila), and Terry (Sharyn) and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kidney foundation of Canada. Cremation has taken place and friends are welcome to come to an Open House in memory of Jim at the Brewer home on Wednesday January 24th from 2- 4pm.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/Deaths.20080308.93143471/BDASto ry/BDA/deaths Saturday March 8, 2008 Globe and Mail DeMONT, Eric Gordon, Q.C. - 80 Died in his sleep at his winter retreat in Hilton Head Island Thursday, March 6, 2008. Born August 29th, 1927 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, he was the second of three boys born to Clarence and Mabel (nee MacKeigan) DeMont. Eric is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patricia (nee Rowe) and his three children, Christy (Toronto), Frank (Robyn Eaton) (New Glasgow) and Richard (Montreal) and his two beloved grandchildren, Isobel Ruth and Campbell Eric, along with his brothers Earl (Rea) of Glace Bay and Russ (Joan) of Halifax. Eric graduated from Glace Bay's Central High School and from Acadia University, where he lettered in Rugby and Basketball and had great success in track and field. He then attended Dalhousie Law School (Class of 1956). It was during his days at Law School that Eric was introduced by brother Earl to Pat, a teacher and also a basketball player, who would become his bride the day after his graduation. During his articles, she supported him, and kept on doing so for the next 51 years. She taught him how to drive and how to be social at parties, with varying degrees of success. Eric was a member of the Nova Scotia and Ontario Bars and practiced law with Rutledge MacKeigan in Halifax before moving to Toronto where he became Regional Counsel for CP Rail. In 1978 Eric left CP and his office on Front Street in Toronto for an office on Main Street in Wolfville, NS where he worked until retirement in 2000. He traded his Central ''Y'' membership in for a ''gym pass'' at Acadia where he played basketball with the noontime crowd until well into his 60's. A long time member of the Rotary Club of Wolfville, Eric was a Paul Harris Fellow and a past- president of the Club. He left the Club, and Wolfville, in 2005 to relocate with Pat to Halifax. Eric was known to his friends and family as the quintessential arbiter of fairness. He would enjoy knowing that his children think of him as the ultimate reasonable man - as he would have it, the man on the Clapham Omnibus. (Although if one ever attributed that to him, he might give a brief dissertation on the test as set out in Hall v. Brooklands Auto-Racing Club.). He was a keen swimmer and his favourite place to be was the ''Bonavista Cottage'', the family vacation home at Melmerby Beach. Exiting the sometimes frigid waters of the Northumberland Strait, he always had the same refrain, ''the water is great!''. At 80, he was still improving his tennis game, reading the latest magazines on how to hit the topspin backhand that continued to elude him. A lifetime non-drinker and non-smoker, he was the self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur of the family, and his ongoing quest to brew the perfect cup was well-known to all his friends. His interests were wide and varied and included his painting and photography alongside his computer and web surfing. As a fan of Charlie Rose, he was obviously a night owl. An aficionado of the movies, Bob Newhart, and the Marx Brothers, Eric was always ready to laugh, and to make others laugh too. He was an avid cruciverbalist and enjoyed working away at the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle each week. A life long sports fan, he was delighted to watch his grandchildren play hockey, but didn't mind that the basketball games provided considerably warmer places to sit. Eric will be remembered for the funny stories about ''back in the day'' playing ''foot-n-a-half'' and chewing tar! With prosperity as a lawyer, he traded in the tar for the more acceptable black licorice. Eric has gone back to his personal ''Mira'' where he enjoyed his youthful summers in the 1930's and early 40's. Eric's legacy of fairness and laughter lives on in his children and grandchildren. He will be remembered at a memorial service at a later date. Eric would want all to remember the words of Groucho Marx, ''time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana!''. Memorial donations can be made to The Coady International Institute, at St. Francis Xavier University, (902 867-5264, www.coady.stfx.ca). Condolences can be sent to Pat and the Family at family@demonts.ca.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/obituaries/daniel-petrie-550353.html from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday Obituaries Daniel Petrie Award-winning film and TV director Thursday, 26 August 2004 Independent.co.uk The director Daniel Petrie had a great critical success with his second film, an adaptation of the hit play A Raisin in the Sun (1961), starring Sidney Poitier, but television was to prove the medium in which he did his most distinguished work, including such outstanding TV films as Sybil (1976) and My Name is Bill W (1989) and two Emmy Award-winning mini-series about the Roosevelts. Daniel Petrie, film director: born Glace Bay, Nova Scotia 26 November 1920; married 1947 Dorothea Gundry (two sons, two daughters); died Los Angeles 22 August 2004. The director Daniel Petrie had a great critical success with his second film, an adaptation of the hit play A Raisin in the Sun (1961), starring Sidney Poitier, but television was to prove the medium in which he did his most distinguished work, including such outstanding TV films as Sybil (1976) and My Name is Bill W (1989) and two Emmy Award-winning mini-series about the Roosevelts. He was happiest dealing with real-life subjects or matters of social concern, and was noted for his handling of actors - among those he directed were Paul Newman, Richard Burton, Susan Hayward, Sir Laurence Olivier, Jane Alexander, Burt Lancaster, Ellen Burstyn and Jason Robards. Born in Glace Bay, in Nova Scotia, Canada, in 1920, Petrie was educated at St Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. After serving with the Canadian Army in the Second World War, he moved to New York in 1945. He made his Broadway début as an actor with a small role in the military comedy Kiss Them for Me (1945), the play in which Judy Holliday first attracted major attention. In 1950 he moved into television as a director, his early work including the live anthology series Robert Montgomery Presents and Somerset Maugham Theatre. In 1962 he made his first film, The Bramble Bush, starring Richard Burton as a doctor who returns to the small New England town of his birth to tend a dying friend and finds smouldering scandals and passions. Several critics praised Petrie for doing what he could with the over-heated material. His next film won him less qualified acclaim. Lorraine Hansberry's play A Raisin in the Sun had been a major Broadway hit in 1959 starring Sidney Poitier as a young man whose mother (Claudia McNeil) hopes to use the money from her late husband's life insurance policy to move her family out of the black ghetto in Chicago. After Poitier takes the money to invest in a liquor store and his partner makes off with the funds, the family unite to determine that with hard work and sacrifice they will go ahead and move anyway. It was a powerful, moving drama and Hansberry herself adapted it for the screen. Working with seven of the original cast members, including Poitier, McNeil, Ruby Dee and Diana Sands, Petrie did a sterling job of keeping the stagebound piece cinematic, and it is generally considered his finest work for the big screen. His next movie, The Main Attraction (1962), a circus drama filmed in the UK, was an attempt by the teen singing idol Pat Boone to shed his clean-cut image, and it was a total misfire. Stolen Hours (1963) was a pointless remake of the Bette Davis classic Dark Victory (1939). The Idol (1966) was an embarrassing attempt at "swinging Sixties" melodrama, and evidence that when the material was weak Petrie had a tendency to overcompensate by encouraging florid performances. Petrie's first film comedy was The Spy with a Cold Nose (1966), in which a bulldog equipped with a radio transmitter is given to the Russian prime minister by British intelligence. He concentrated on television for the next few years, returning to film with The Neptune Factor (1973), an undistinguished undersea adventure. His next two films, Buster and Billie (1974) and Lifeguard (1976), were sensitive essays that deserved more success than they had. It was back to steamy sex for The Betsy (1978), adapted from Harold Robbins's raunchy best-seller. Its principal point of interest was the casting of Laurence Olivier in the leading role, prompting Andrew Sarris of the Village Voice to comment, "The spectacle of Sir Laurence, the lion of acting, cavorting on the screen like an old goat is a bit of breathtaking sacrilege that will undoubtedly sell tickets." Pauline Kael in The New Yorker was mischievously more positive, stating, "One begins to perceive the secret of his greatness: Laurence Olivier dares to be foolish. In The Betsy, he keeps on acting after everyone else has given up." Olivier himself stated that he enjoyed himself in the role. "It was a filthily vulgar part, the most awful character I've ever played in my life, and I enjoyed it highly." In Resurrection (1980) Petrie steered Ellen Burstyn to an acclaimed performance as a woman who discovers she has the power to heal the sick. Fort Apache: the Bronx (1981), a hard-hitting police yarn starring Paul Newman, had the virtues and faults of several Petrie films. Variety said, "Driving relentlessly to make points that are almost pointless, it is a very patchy picture, strong on dialogue and acting and exceedingly weak on story." Petrie returned to Nova Scotia to film The Bay Boy (1984), which he both wrote and directed, an autobiographical drama depicting his early life in the remote area of Glace Bay. It won Genie awards (Canada's equivalent to the Oscar) for best film and best screenplay. Square Dance (1986) was distinguished by Jane Alexander's performance as a neglectful mother, but there is little to be said for Petrie's subsequent films. It is for his television work that Petrie will be most fondly remembered. His award-winner The Dollmaker starred Jane Fonda as a farmer's wife who has to become the breadwinner during the Second World War. Petrie won the Peabody Award for Sybil (1976), an outstanding television drama which won an Emmy for Sally Field's uncompromising performance. Harry S. Truman: plain speaking (1976) was the first of several political biopics directed by Petrie. His mini- series Eleanor and Franklin (1976) was a loving transcription of Joseph P. Lash's Pulitzer Prize-winning book. Petrie won an Emmy for his direction, and the following year he won another for a sequel, Eleanor and Franklin: the White House years. Later he made Kissinger and Nixon (1995). He received Emmy nominations for five more TV movies, including the powerfully anti-capital-punishment work The Execution of Raymond Graham (1986) and My Name is Bill W (1989), in which James Woods gave a riveting performance as Bill Wilson, the man who co-founded Alcoholics Anonymous. Petrie's son Daniel said, "There's a common thread in all of his work of a real concern for the human condition." Tom Vallance