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.

http://news.therecord.com/Obituaries/article/459067 MORRISON, Marjorie (nee MacAulay) - Born in Glace Bay, . . . December 15, 2008 THE RECORD (Dec 15, 2008) -- MORRISON, Marjorie (nee MacAulay) - Born in Glace Bay, N.S., passed away peacefully, on December 12, 2008. Beloved wife of the late John (Jock) Morrison (1966). Loving mother of John (Joan) Morrison of Elmira, William Morrison of Warminster, Margaret (Cliff) Snyder of Elmira and Layton (Joy) Morrison of Burlington. Fondly remembered by her six grandchildren, Tammy (Paul) Birch, Heather (Shawn) Kropf, Vicki (Tobias) Fennessy, Jeff Snyder, Bryan (Leanne) Snyder, John (Kara) Morrison and three step-grandchildren, Joseph, Jason and Kellie Kenney. Nanny to great-grandchildren, Justin, Evan, Maggie, Libbie, Sady, Eric, Madison and Samantha. Predeceased by her two sons, Donald and Eric; three brothers, Eric, Ivan and Donald MacAulay; sister, Grace Miller and her parents, Beatrice and Walter MacAulay. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service celebrating Marjorie's life will take place on Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. at the Ratz-Bechtel Funeral Home, 621 King St. W., with a reception to follow at the Ratz-Bechtel Family Centre. Private interment at Woodland Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Salvation Army and the CNIB by calling the funeral home at 519-745-9495.

http://www.ofba.ca/about.html THE FRED CALDER "FIRE BUFF OF THE YEAR AWARD" The late J. Frederick (Fred) Calder, who proudly hailed from Glace Bay Nova Scotia, always had an abiding interest in, and love for, the fire service. As a result, it was no surprise when in 1963 Fred became a professional firefighter and joined the Toronto Fire Department. He carried Badge No. 641. Fred who last drove Pumper No. 34 out of the north end Yonge Street Station, came from a real family of firefighters. It all began in 1907 when James A. Calder (Fred's grandfather) was elected a member of the Glace Bay Fire Department. As he held a 'Steam Engineer's Certificate', he was named an engineer on the "John Leaman", a 1904 Waterous steam fire engine named after the department's first Chief. In 1918, when Glace Bay acquired its first piece of motorized apparatus, a 1917 LaFrance Type 75 Triple Combination, James was appointed operator and caretaker and became Glace Bay's first full time member. His son, Fred W. Calder, joined the department as a spare driver in 1927 and in 1938 became assistant operator and the department's second paid man. James A. was promoted to Captain in 1933, a rank he held until his death in 1956. At that time, Fred W. was appointed Captain and chief operator and caretaker and retired in 1975. Fred's career with the Toronto Fire Department was like most others and he moved from station to station as he gained experience and qualified to drive the various apparatus. He never considered 'going into work' to be a chore and always looked forward to being with his 'second family'. He was a real people person and especially enjoyed whenever young people visited his hall. He would spend hours on the apparatus floor answering their questionsŠ.and often a bit more. Fred also built and collected fire apparatus miniatures and models in his spare time. When he died in 1991 at the age of 52, his basement was full of un-built kits waiting their turn at the hands of a caring and methodical craftsman. The Toronto Fire Department lost a most dedicated fire fighter. The OFBA lost a very special friend, a former Executive Officer and active member. A tradition of over 109 years of active firefighting in the Calder family has also come to an end. Fred Calder's contribution to fire buffing, to the preservation of ex-T.F.D High Pressure Number 2 and other apparatus and other firematic items will long be remembered and appreciated. His skill as a model builder was, and is, legendary. As a means of perpetuating Fred's memory and measuring his achievements, the O.F.B.A. in 1992 established the "Fred Calder Fire Buff of the Year Award". The Award, when presented, is to recognize an individual fire buff or buffs, who have made a significant contribution towards furthering either the cause of Fire Buffing or promoting the general welfare of the Fire Service. Recipients of the Award likely have an active interest in a host of activities designed to aid or promote either Fire Buffing or the Fire Service. These interests could include furnishing a canteen service for a local fire department, or recording the past by preserving pieces of antique fire apparatus and other firematic memorabilia or by publishing photographic histories of firedepartments and fire apparatus.

Cape Breton Deaths January 12, 2009 Monday Thomas James O'Brien 60, Glace Bay - Now gone but forever in our hearts we announce the passing of Thomas James O'Brien on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at Cape Breton Regional Hospital's An Cala Palliative Care Unit. Born in Glace Bay, Sept. 2, 1948, he was the son of Alphonse and Viola 'Lu' (Walsh) O'Brien. Tom was a proud serving member of the Canadian Forces for 30 years. Throughout his career, Tom was posted to many different units and locations in Canada and was a member of the Peacekeeping Force in Ismalia and the Golan Heights. His hard work and dedication allowed him to achieve the rank of captain, prior to his retirement in 1996. Although retired, he still loved the military life and looked on with pride as several of his nephews and a niece chose the military as careers. Aside from his professional achievements Tom will be fondly remembered for his love of sports. Upon his retirement, he took up the game of golf and could be found every morning on the greens of Passchendaele Golf Course, honing his skills. His newfound love of golf was in constant competition with his admiration of the ice rink and right up until his illness, he still spent time playing hockey with the boys as a member of the Bayplex Relics. Besides his parents, Tom is survived by his loving wife, Karen (MacKinnon); his daughters, Shannon Parsons, Halifax, Colleen O'Brien and Paula Sudworth, both of Glace Bay; two grandsons, Ethan, Calgary, and Jensen, Halifax; sisters, Marie Egerdeen (Ike), Kitchener, Ont., Annette O'Brien, Donna O'Donnell (Martin), Sheila Burke (Mike), Vera O'Donnell (Joe) and Paula Parsons (Johnnie); brothers, Jack (Nancy), Wayne (Martha), Mickey, all of Glace Bay; many nieces and nephews and life-long friend, John Morris. Tom was predeceased by a sister, Patsy and brothers, Kevin and Alphonse, grandparents, Tom and Catherine O'Brien and James and Cassie Walsh. A special thank you to the staff of the An Cala Unit (palliative care) of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their compassion and care for Tom and his entire family during his illness. In honoring Tom's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be held Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 2 p.m. in St. John's Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery at a later date. Following the mass all are invited to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. Tom was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 3, Glace Bay, and his comrades will form an honour guard in his memory at St. John's Church. Family flowers only. Donations in Tom's memory may be made to the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website, www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Maria Nicholas (Aliotis) Raptis 95, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts and with most loving memories that we are saddened to announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Maria Raptis. Maria passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her family on Jan. 11, 2009. Maria was born in Saint John, N.B., Oct. 19, 1913, and at the young age of two moved to Halifax. She was a survivor of the Halifax Explosion. Later in life she met and married the love of her life Christos Raptis and moved to Sydney where they were family owners of the Diana Sweets Restaurant. Maria lived a much fulfilled life. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by family. Maria's pride and joy besides her daughter were her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and Linda, whom she thought of as her granddaughter, all of whom she was very proud of. Maria was a member of St. Anargyroi (Anargyree) Greek Orthodox Church. She was a deeply spirited woman. In her younger years she was a member of the Cape Breton Orchestra in which she played the violin and truly enjoyed. She also was a longtime member of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Ladies Auxiliary and was quite proud of the work they were able to accomplish. Maria was also a long-standing member of the Liberal Association for many years. Maria enjoyed travelling which she did extensively with her husband. She was an avid card player as well as a bingo player. She enjoyed her Friday mornings at the Casino with friends. She was the icon of the family with many stories to tell. No one passed through her doors without having at least a cup of tea, many with homemade sweets. One of her favourite pastimes was doing crossword puzzles, as she said this kept your mind young. Her love for life gave all hope and joy. Maria spent many hours knitting clothing for her grandchildren. She often remarked many times that she had nothing to regret in life as she had a very satisfied and happy one and we should not put aside what we wanted to do in life. Go out, enjoy and live it to the fullest. Besides her parents, Smaro and Nicholas, Maria was predeceased by her husband, Christos, brother, George, and sister, Lily. Maria leaves behind to mourn her family, daughter, Christina Higgins (John); grandchildren, Christopher Kieley and wife Linda whom resided with her for many years, Lisa Kieley Hanna (Ron), New Brunswick, Angela Kieley (Donnie), Sydney, Cynthia Kieley (Brian), Sydney; great-grandchildren, Christina, Sophia and Joey. She will also be missed by her great friend and sister-in-law, Chrisoula Raptis, Sydney; and nephew, Chris Pilichos, Halifax. Visitation will take place Wednesday, Jan. 14, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15, at the St. Anargyroi (Anargyree) Greek Orthodox Church, Glace Bay. In lieu of flowers, donations in Maria's name can be made to the St. Anargyroi (Anargyree) Greek Orthodox Church, Glace Bay, or charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Russell 'PaPa' Morrison 91, Sydney - Russell passed away peacefully Sunday Jan. 11, 2009, surrounded by his loving family at Harbour View Veterans Hospital, Sydney Mines. Born Jan 17, 1917, in Millville, he was the only son of the late Daniel and Catherine Morrison.He was an army veteran, member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Sydney Mines and St. Andrew's United Church, Sydney. He was a machinist by trade, worked at Atlantic Springs and retired from Sydney Steel Corp. Russell was an avid baseball and boxing fan. He loved cars, fiddle music and soaking up the sun. He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn LaRusic, Sydney; granddaughters, Janis (Jimmy) MacPherson, Sydney, Kim (Craig) Gamble, Halifax; grandsons, Jamie (Amie) LaRusic, Sydney, John LaRusic, Vancouver, and Edward LaRusic, Halifax; great-grandchildren, Jalissa, Cianna, Jenna, Tyler, Brett, Lindsey, Brianna, Owen and Ethan. He will be also missed by sons-in-law, Greg and Ed LaRusic, along with the family dog, Misty. He was predeceased by his wife, Clara and his daughter, Jeanette LaRusic. Special thanks to granddaughter, Amie LaRusic. For many years she gave Russell loving care and friendship while living at home with her. Also thanks to Dr. Waiver, all the staff of the Harbour View Veteran Unit, Sydney Mines and to Rev. Luker for his time and prayers. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Jan. 13, at the S.W.Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service to take place at the chapel Wednesday Jan. 14, at 11 a.m. Burial at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens to follow. Donations may be made to charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Angus Joseph Rogers 79, New Waterford, N.S. - It is with great sadness and broken hearts the family announces the passing of an amazing man, Angus Joseph Rogers, on Jan. 9, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in Glace Bay, Angus was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (MacInnis) Rogers. Angus was a stationary engineer and retired from the Sydney Radar Base as chief engineer. He was an avid dart player, amazing hockey player, enjoyed boxing and a good game of tarabish. Angus was a brother for 12 years with the Friars of Atonement, New York, and was a friend of Bill W. and Dr. Bob for a number of years. Angus is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Gloria (White) Rogers; sons, Jerry (Shelly) Lynk, Bridgeport, and Aaron (Jolene) Tuck, Calgary; sisters, Mary Penny and Priscilla (Walter) Wojick; grandchildren, Krystle Lynk and Emily Mae Tuck; also many nieces, nephews; and special friend, Elsa. Besides his parents, Angus was also predeceased by his first wife, Theresa Rogers, sisters, Bridget MacGillivary, Geraldine MacDonald, Carmella MacPherson and Dorothy MacNeil, brothers, Billy, Harold and Tommy. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A mass to celebrate Angus's life will take place Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 11 a.m. in the parish of St. Leonard's/St. Michael's Church, with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. A luncheon will follow at the KOC, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford, all are invited. Burial will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in Angus's memory can be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care or the Cancer Society. Online condolences to the family can be sent to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Angus W. McIntyre 67, Dominion - It is with broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved husband and father, Angus McIntyre, 67, of Lewis Drive, Dominion, which occurred Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, after a brief illness. Angus was born and raised in the town of Dominion to the late Dan and Catherine (MacIsaac) McIntyre. Angus lived and worked in the Boston area for many years. He spent most of his working life with Devco, as a miner, retiring in 1997. Angus loved his furry friends; was an avid sports fan; loved baseball and hockey and was a proud member of the Dominion Volunteer Fire Department for many years where he was also a team player in the Fire Department's dart league. His favourite times were spent with his wife taking long drives in the country; and being with his buddies, shelties, Denver and Jessica. Angus leaves to mourn his wife and best friend, Gerry (McKinnon); his twin daughters, Kathy and Karen McIntyre (Ken Shipley), both of Halifax; brothers, Donnie and Bernie and their families of Boston, Mass., Neil and his family of Winnipeg, Man.; along with many in-laws, nieces, nephews; and special friend, Lawrence Bourque. As per Angus' request there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A mass to celebrate Angus' life will be held at St. Eugene Church, Thursday, 11 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations in Angus' memory may be made to Palliative Care or charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. God saw him getting tired A cure was not to be So He opened up His loving arms And said Angus, Come To Me Rest in Peace until we meet again. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Murdella E. MacKenzie 86, North Sydney/Ross Ferry - It is with deep sorrow we the family announce the sudden passing of Murdella 'Della' Eileen MacKenzie, 86, resident of Queen Street, North Sydney, and formerly of Ross Ferry on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born at Little Bras d'Or, Nov. 8, 1922, she was a daughter of the late Murdock and Kate (Ross) MacFarlane. Della and her husband Fraser lived for many years at Ross Ferry and Natick, Mass., U.S.A.. For the past seven years they lived in the Enriched Living apartments at the Northside Guest Home. Della and Fraser just celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary on Jan. 1, 2009. Besides her husband Fraser, she is survived by her sons, Murdock, Mendon, Mass., Robert, Ross Ferry; sisters, Maria Shaw, Fredericton, Martha MacGregor, North Sydney, Arabel MacKenzie, Ross Ferry; also by six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by one sister, Annie MacFarlane. As with her wishes there will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2009, at Drummond Memorial United Church, Ross Ferry with Rev. Sean Handcock officiating. Burial to take place in the Church Cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne 'Anna' Marie Coakley 71, Florence - We the family of Anne Coakley regret to announce her passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Friday, Jan. 9, 2009. Born in North Sydney, Anne was the daughter of the late Stan and Grace (Lovell) Jesty. She is survived by Vern, her loving husband of 53 years; her sons, Leonard (Paula), Georges River, David (Donalda), Darrell (Denise) and Eric (Kelly), Florence; her daughters, Diane Brown (Jim), Amherst, and Colleen Mudie (Fred), Ontario; 10 grandchildren, Leonard, Kathryn, Chrissy, Ryan, Jessie, Paige, Eric, Bethany, Evan and Colby; three great-grandchildren, Ethan, Lexy and Kaden; and her sister, Sheila (Ron MacDonald), Arizona. Anne was predeceased by her brothers, Leonard and Stan and sisters, Marilyn, Patsy and Norma. She was a member of St. Stephen's parish, Florence, and a former member of the parish CWL. Anne worked for many years as a caregiver before taking ill. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends but will always be remembered for her loving and caring ways and her wonderful humour. A private family viewing will be held at Francis Funeral Home Monday evening, Jan. 12, from 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. Stephen's Church, Florence, with Fr. Reg Currie officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Northside General Hospital Foundation. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Duncan John MacLean 83, Sydney - Duncan MacLean, 83, of Gray Street, Sydney, passed away Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Baddeck, he was a son of the late Fraser and Christie (MacDonald) MacLean. Duncan worked for the City of Sydney street maintenance department for 35 years. He served with the Queens Own (army) for three years. Duncan dedicated himself to the betterment of the blue collar worker. He was a strong and committed member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees serving as president of the City of Sydney CUPE Local 759 for over 25 years and also served as national CUPE representative in the Sydney area. Duncan was also very active with the Cape Breton Labour Council and served as president. He is survived by his wife, Louise (Stewart); daughters, Jane MacKeigan (Alex Wrathall), Sydney, Evelyn Wells, British Columbia; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by daughter, Doreen and sisters, Catherine, Rhoda and Dora, brother, Kenneth. Visitation will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Funeral will be held in the chapel at 2 p.m. Tuesday with Rev. Stephen Mills officiating. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Clinic or charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Winnifred 'Nana' Gillis - Winnifred 'Nana' Gillis, nee Williams, 84 years old, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2009, at St Michael's Care Centre in Burnaby, B.C. She was born in New Waterford, N.S., where she resided until 1958, after which she moved to Montreal with her late husband Alexander 'Bucky' Gillis. She then moved to Vancouver, B.C. in 1995, where she resided until her passing. 'Nana' is survived by her sisters, Mary Dubois and Catherine Pelletier; her daughter, Irene (Wheeler); her son, Ronnie; son-in-law Gary; grandchildren, Chantal, Glenn and Paul; as well as her great-grandchildren, Brandon and Logan. She was predeceased by her brothers, Duncan, Mike, John and sister, Margaret. Winnifred was an ardent sportswoman, a caring and loving person with a hearty laugh, always ready for a great time. She will be missed by all. Donations on her behalf can be made online to the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.remembering.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret Joan (nee MacKay) Murphy - On Jan. 9, 2009, at the Lansing Retirement Home in Toronto, Ont., at the age of 88 years. Beloved wife of the late William (Bill) Murphy. Loving mother to Margaret Fearon (Blair) and dear grandmother to Kyle and Andrew, all of Toronto. Also she is survived by her brother, Donald MacKay (Helen) of Ottawa. The family will receive friends at the Humphrey Funeral Home-A.W. Miles Chapel, Toronto, 1-800-616-3311, from 6 p.m. until the time of the service in the chapel at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13. A memorial service will also be held in Sydney, N.S. at a later date. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, 2300 Yonge St., Suite 1300, Toronto, Ont., M4P 1E4 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 20 Holly St., Suite #101, Toronto, Ont., M4S 3B1. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elizabeth D. Hutchins - With sadness, we acknowledge the sudden passing of Elizabeth (Bette) Hutchins (Kerr, nee LeDrew) on Jan. 8, 2009, in her 88th year. Beloved wife of Bill of Halifax. Loving mother of Grant and Janice (Orville); stepmother to Bob (Marlene) and Sharlene. Precious Nana to Kimberlea (Stephane), James (Susie) and Peter. She is survived by sister, Anne, California, and Donald, Sydney Mines. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 2 p.m. in Rockingham United Church, 12 flamingo Dr., 443-2947, followed by visiting and an informal reception in the church hall. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pauline Finlayson Sydney Mines Memorial Mass - A memorial mass for the late Pauline Finlayson will take place at 10 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009), in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

The Coastal Courier - Glace Bay October 10, 1984 - Wednesday MICHAEL MACNEIL - LIGHT-KEEPER J. Earle Pemberton was another of Glace Bay's great story gatherers and at one time published a small sheet called "Punching With Pemberton" which contained many items of interest to sportsmen. He also had many stories to tell of the early days in Glace Bay. One story concerned the life and times of a Mr. Michael MacNeil, a Cape Breton light-keeper who passed away in 1938. He was born at Castle Bay in 1852, was seventeen when Confederation was celebrated, and later worked in collieries in Pictou, Sydney Mines, Reserve, Gowrie in Morien, and Bridgeport and was quite accustomed to the difficulty of travelling in those days. He had worked at the old Sterling Mine when it was operated by Mr. Mitchell and Charles Rigby and later became a veteran teamster, running the stage from Bridgeport to different parts of the colliery district. His last job, as a driver, was that of transporting a Mrs. Nolan and her six children, who had arrived that day from Inverness, to Caledonia. The following day, the Sydney and Louisbourg Railway was completed and had its first train service. This Mr. MacNeil came to Glace Bay in 1869. He had worked as a trapper in the pits at Morien and then as a coal digger in Bridgeport, at a time when, naturally, there were no paved highways such as exist today. The road from South Head went along the shore clear around to Lingan, and then continued on to Sydney and was not even negotiable by wagon. Therefore, when supplies were needed, a horse and saddle was pressed into service to make the long, hard journey. This Mr. MacNeil was keeper of the light at the Port of Glace Bay (then Little Glace Bay) and it was one of his duties every evening, rain or shine, to light the lamp and set the storm signals to warn fishermen of approaching danger at sea. He often recalled the busy days of Glace Bay Harbour when it was possible to walk from one side to the other, so closely packed were the vessels. These were the prosperous days of Glace Bay, made so by the continous arrival of vessels and steamers here for supplies of coal. Mr. MacNeil was also noted for his insistence on impressing the government with the necessity of placing harbours and piers in first class condition, something which is still being stressed with great improvements taking place in the summer of 1984. Mr. MacNeil was also rememered vividly by senior citizens of this town for he was, in 1927 when St. Joseph's Hospital celebrated it's twenty-fifth birthday, the leader of the Jubilee Celebrations Parade. Attired in a Prince Albert rock suit, "vintage of 1880", Mr MacNeil, was an outstanding figure, flanked by the Misses Coady and Shannon of the nursing staff. This Mr. Michael MacNeil died in 1938, predeceased by his wife a number of years before. A son, James P. MacNeil, who resided on the old homestead, died in 1955. One of Michael MacNeil's special stories, concerning a first contact with store bought flour, will be told in another issue of the Coastal Courier. **************************************************************************

Continued. List 4 Arsenault, Simon William [1903]-1980 Arsenault, Wilfred [1920]-1975 Arsenault, William [1921]-1984 Arsenault, William Joseph [1919]-1971 Arsenault, Willie Lawrence [1914]-1988 Aucoin (Aucoin), Elizabeth [1885]-1972 Aucoin (Chiasson), Elizabeth [1917]-1998 AuCoin (Deagle), Elizabeth Ann 1881-1960 Aucoin (Deveau), Elizabeth [1906]-1989 AuCoin (LeBlanc), Marie H. [1901]-1999 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/

Continued.. List 3 Arsenault, Meleme ?-1953 Arsenault, Michael [1901]-1966 Arsenault, Mose [1924]-1974 Arsenault, Patrick S. [1878]-1959 Arsenault, Peter Edward [1922]-1992 Arsenault, Philip [1928]-1979 Arsenault, Philip Francis [1923]-1977 Arsenault, Simon [1895]-1982 Arsenault, Simon J. [1925]-1968 Arsenault, Simon P. [1895]-1994 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/

Coastal Courier - Glace Bay October 10, 1984 Wednesday OBITUARIES - GLACE BAY - SHARON JOHNSON WILSON - Sharon Johnson WIlson, 39, died at Etobicoke General Hospital in Ontario on August 29, 1984. She was born in Glace Bay, daughter of Claris and Frances Johnson and resided in Weston, Ontario for a number of years. She is survived by her parents, a daughter, Shelley and a son Troy, both in Ontario, a sister Marilyn Ann (Wayne) Chant of Ontario and two brothers Blair and John Allen, both of Glace Bay. The remains rested at Archdekon Funeral Homes in Brampton, Ontario. Cremation followed and burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery in Glace Bay. GLACE BAY - GUSTAV V. PETTERSON - Gustav V. Petterson, 73, of Long Beach, Port Morien, died at the Glace Bay Community Hospital on Saturday, September 29, 1984. He is survived by his second wife, the former Catherine MacAulay of Port Morien, a daughter Marie (Carl) Russell, a son Allan Petterson, both residing in the United States. GLACE BAY - MRS SARAH E. HILLGROVE - Mrs. Sarah E. Hillgrove, 85, died at Seaview Manor on Sunday, September 30, 1984. She is survived by a daughter , Jean (Leonard) Budden, a son, Earl of Glace Bay. GLACE BAY - WILLIAM T. FORD - William Thomas Ford, 80, of 47 Bell Street, died at the Glace Bay Community Hospital on Sunday, September 30, 1984. Mr Ford is survived by his wife, the former Jessie Whiting, sons, James, William, David, all of Glace Bay, daughters, Mary (Did) Battiste, Teresa (William) Gillis, Mrs Helen MacDonald, Rita (James) Stoodley, Carol (Terry) Hines, Linda (Ernest) Billard, all of Glace Bay, Mrs. Margaret Bobbett of Vancouver, Lorraine (Daniel) MacKillop of Richmond Hill, BC, Ruth (Arthur) Davies of Hamilton, Ontario. (note... Richmond Hill is in Ontario) GLACE BAY - MRS ELIZABETH C. REID - Mrs. Elizabeth Catherine Reid, 77, of Seaview Manor, died at the Glace Bay Community Hospital, on Sunday, September 30, 1984. Mrs. Reid is survived by her husband, Hugh, sons, Frank, Joseph both of Baddeck, Roderick of Mississauga, Ontario, daughters Mary (Raymond) MacDonald of Glace Bay, Margaret (Roy) Anthony of Mississauga, Ontario, Bernadette (Pino) Perin, Agnes (Raymond) Hines, Ruth (Gordon) MacIsaac, all of New Waterford, and Donna Marie (James) Higgins of Dominion. GLACE BAY - MRS MARY ANDERSON - Mrs Mary Anderson, 72, of 41 Brookland Street, died at the Sydney City Hospital, on Monday, October 1, 1984. Mrs Anderson is survived by sons, John Steele of New Waterford, Francis Steele of Weston, Ontario, James Steele of Grand Cache, Alberta, daughters Mary (Cletus) Stanley, Mrs. Donna Currie, Diane (Edward) Turnbull all of Glace Bay, Sharon (Joseph) Harrietha) of Dominion, a step-daughter Mrs. Mary Wadman of Glace Bay. GLACE BAY - MRS FLORA A MACLEOD - Mrs. Flora Ann MacLeod, 77, of 9 Nolan's Lane, died at the Glace Bay General Hospital on Monday, October 01, 1984. She is survived by her husband, Donald John, a brother John Driscoll of Glace Bay, step-brothers Melvin, Ernest, both of Vancouver, BC Simeon of St. John's, Nfld, half-sisters Irene of St. John's, Nfld, and Annie of Toronto, Ontario. GLACE BAY - MRS. GEORGE MUSIAL - Mrs. George Musial, 157 Seaside Drive, Gardiner Mines, died at the Glace Bay Community Hospital on Tuesday, October 02, 1984. Mrs Musial is survived by her husband, daughters, Frances (Ralph) Bresson, Georgina (Cecil) Mackie both of Gardiner Mines, Rita (Charles) Brown of Petawawa, Ontario, Mary (Walter) MacMillan of Port Hawkesbury, sons, James of Gardiner Mines, Theo of Glace Bay, and by 10 grandchildren. NEW WATERFORD - JOHN MACLEAN - John MacLean of 3449 Wood Avenue, died at the New Waterford Hospital, on Thursday, October 04, 1984, at the age of 81 yrs. Unmarried, Mr. MacLean is survived by a brother, Angus MacLean of New Waterford, sisters Mrs Catherine Shea of Lynn, MASS., Mildred, at home and Scharma (Thomas) Harding of Weymouth, MASS.

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Hi everyone,   I am looking for an obituary for Robert McQueen. Date of death was February 25th, 1947. He was the son of Duncan McQueen and Alice Waugh McQueen. I would also love copies of the parents obits if anyone has them.   At his death Robert lived in Point Aconi but had also lived in Sydney Mines. Any help gratefully accepted.   Ellen __________________________________________________________________ Be smarter than spam. See how smart SpamGuard is at giving junk email the boot with the All-new Yahoo! Mail. Click on Options in Mail and switch to New Mail today or register for free at http://mail.yahoo.ca

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Hinterland Adventures & Gear wrote: > Hi! Anyone know where I could search land records for folks who owned > land or homes in Sydney in the 1830s onward? Go to familysearch.org > FHL catalogue > Cape Breton part of Nova Scotia and click on land and property and you will find Deed books, 1786-1912; index, 1786-1966. You can order the films though a FHC and view them there bob gillis

List 2 Arsenault, Frederick [1912]-1974 Arsenault, Frederick D. [1915]-1987 Arsenault, George Marcellin 1933-1984 Arsenault, Harold J. [1945]-1985 Arsenault, Henry Pepin 1907-[1985] Arsenault, Herbert [1927]-1994 Arsenault, Hugh [1896]-1955 Arsenault, Joseph [1918]-1990 Arsenault, Jude B. [1865]-1940 Arsenault, Louis P. [1923]-1976 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/

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 1 Armentrout, James Sylvester ?-1993 Arsenault (Arsenault), Clara J. [1904]-1984 Arsenault (Chiasson, Doucet, Deveau), Mary [1858]-1963 Arsenault (Daigle), Mary Ellen [1895]-1993 Arsenault (LeBlanc), Helen [1904]-1984 Arsenault (LeBlanc), Justine A. 1904-1996 Arsenault (LeBlanc), Lucy M. [1909]-1996 Arsenault (Maillet), Annie [1899]-1974 Arsenault (Tompkins), Margaret [1913]-1986 Arsenault, Charles Adolphus ?-1980 Happy New Year! 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/

Cape Breton Deaths January 10, 2009 Saturday Robert Charles Rutledge Robert Charles Rutledge passed away suddenly at his home on Jan. 6, 2009, at the age of 82 years. Born and raised in Sydney, N.S., Bob served proudly in the Armed Forces from April 1945-September 1945, then again from December 1953-May 1977. After retiring from the Armed Forces in 1977, he moved his family across the country, to Fraser Lake, B.C., where he was employed as a machinist at Endako Mines. At the age of 65, in 1991, he and Kay moved to Penticton, where they have resided since. Bob enjoyed many of his leisure hours curling and playing crib. He also treasured time with his family and friends. Bob will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Catherine (Kay) of what would have been 50 years of marriage in April; two sons, Charles, Vanderhoof, B.C., Robert (Janice), Fraser Lake; grandson, Brent (Ashley), Ashcroft, B.C.; two brothers, Paul (Peggy), New Waterford, N.S., and Lewis (Mary), Terrace, B.C.; as well as three nieces and four nephews. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Lillian Pearl, one sister, Margaret (Peggy) Betuik. A private family viewing was held Jan. 8, 2009, and at Bob's request no memorial service will be held. His ashes will be returned to Cape Breton this summer. If friends so desire, donations in Bob's memory may be made to the British Columbia Lung Association. "A father is strong in his example, gentle in his love. Remembered lovingly and always missed." Condolences may be directed to the family through Providence Funeral Homes, pfchapel@vip.net. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Sorhaitz 79, Sydney - We, the family of John Sorhaitz, are saddened to announce his passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Friday, Jan. 9, 2009. Born in Sydney, he was the eldest son of the late John and Alfreda (Huett) Sorhaitz. For 41 years, John worked for Sydney Steel. He was an active member of the Canadian Council for the Blind and various bowling leagues. John is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Theresa M. (MacDonald); daughter, Joni (Joe) Bates, Sydney; grandchildren, Melissa and Brandon Bates; sister, Anne Doyle, Sydney; brother, Hubert (Helen), St. Johns, Nfld.; brother-in-law, Russ Doyle, London, Ont.; sister-in-law, Regina Sorhaitz, Whitby, Ont.; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Melvin in 2006. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Will MacPherson officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thomas 'Tommy' Rogers 85, Glace Bay - We are saddened to announce the passing of Thomas A. Rogers, 85, of Chappel Drive, Glace Bay, which occurred Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late Thomas and Mary (MacInnis) Rogers. Tommy joined the RCAF at the age of 17 and served in the Second World War effort in Newfoundland and Canadian bases. He continued his career in the Armed Forces until retirement at the age of 45. He returned to Glace Bay and worked at St. Joseph's Hospital as a stationary engineer until a second retirement at age 65. He continued to be active in his community serving in many capacities with the John Bernard Croak Branch 3 Royal Canadian Legion, including two terms as president. Tommy was also very active with Council 1953 Knights of Columbus as a Fourth Degree member; and assisted with the operation of the Lingan Golf and Country Club. Tommy enjoyed his golf, much travelling and, of course, singing with the legion choir. He is survived by his son, Charles (Ann), Texas; grandchildren, Michael, Alberta, and Angela (Justin) Phillips, Bend, Ore.; sisters, Mary Penny, Glace Bay, and Priscilla (Walter) Wojcik, Sydney; brother, Angus (Gloria), New Waterford; many nieces, nephews and close friends. Besides his parents, Tommy was predeceased by his wife, Mary (nee Campbell), brothers, Harold and William, sisters, Dorothy MacNeil, Bridget MacGillivary, Carmella MacPherson and Geraldine MacDonald. Visitation Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. KOC members will meet at the funeral home for prayers at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church. Donations in Tommy's memory may be made to one's charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Donald Campbell Baddeck Inlet/Glenora Falls - It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of our beloved father, Donald Campbell, 74, Baddeck Inlet. Donald passed away at Glace Bay Hospital on Jan. 4, 2009, after a lengthy hospitalization. Born Oct. 23, 1934, in Glenora Falls, Inverness County, he was the son of the late Dan J. and Mary (MacLellan) Campbell. Donald was a member of St. Mary Church, Mabou, and received his early education at Alexander's School, Glenora Falls, and St. Joseph's Convent, Mabou. In later years, he worked on his BA degree in communication arts at the University of Windsor. He was employed by Loblaws and A & P grocery chains in Ontario and later with Ontario Steel. Donald moved back to Cape Breton for a year in 1962, while working at Sobeys in Sydney and Port Hawkesbury. He made several guests appearances with Winston Fitzgerald on CJCB-TV on the Cape Breton Ceilidh program in 1963. He also played with his brother-in-law, John MacLeod on CJCB radio in the 1950s. He returned to Cape Breton each summer and held his own dances at West Bay Road with his band, The Inverness Serenaders. He also played for weekly dances at Whycocomagh, Rainbow Hall, Bucklaw and for various dances and weddings, etc. around Cape Breton. In the 1960s and 1970s, he held his own "Cape Breton Dances" in Windsor and Detroit. Donald was a humble person and enjoyed all types and styles of music. He would even play rock and roll on the fiddle for round dances. He excelled at the old time traditional fiddle tunes and his repertoire includes a vast number of his own compositions that he began composing in his teens. Although he never endeavoured to promote his music, we, his family are proud of his quiet musical legacy. Donald is survived by his wife, Marguerite (MacLeod), Baddeck Inlet; his daughter, Heather (John) Forman, Cambridge, Ont., and son, Dana, Aylmer, Ont. He is also survived by sisters, Mary Campbell, Glenora Falls, Ann Brown, Florida, Margaret Campbell, Brighton, Mass., and Helen (Ian) McLaren, Toronto, Ont.; brothers, Angus, Glenora Falls, Alex, Antigonish, and John, Boston, Mass. He was predeceased by sister, Kay White and brother, Jimmy. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Myrna MacLeod, Baddeck Inlet, and brother-in-law, John MacLeod, Woodstock, Ont.; and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009, at St. Mary's Church, Mabou, N.S. with Fr. Angus Morris officiating. A reception will follow in the Mabou Community Hall. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Winnifred 'Nana' Gillis - Winnifred 'Nana' Gillis, nee Williams, 84 years old, passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2009, at St Michael's Care Centre in Burnaby, B.C. She was born in New Waterford, N.S., where she resided until 1958 after which she moved to Montreal with her late husband Alexander 'Bucky' Gillis. She then moved to Vancouver, B.C. in 1995, where she resided until her passing. 'Nana' is survived by her sisters, Mary Dubois and Catherine Pelletier; her daughter, Irene (Wheeler); her son, Ronnie; son-in-law Gary; grandchildren, Chantal, Glenn and Paul; as well as her great-grandchildren, Brandon and Logan. She was predeceased by her brothers, Duncan, Mike, John and sister, Margaret. Winnifred was an ardent sportswomen, a caring and loving person with a hearty laugh, always ready for a great time. She will be missed by all. Donations on her behalf can be made online to the B.C. Cancer Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.remembering.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cathy (Gwynn) Forsythe Vancouver/Sydney - With broken hearts and deep sadness we announce the passing of our dear mother and sister, Cathy (Gwynn) Forsythe, on Dec. 24, 2008, in Lion's Gate Hospital, Vancouver, following a short illness. Cathy was a daughter of the late Allen and Helen (MacAskill) Gwynn. She is survived by two daughters, Susan and Laura, one son, Alan and by three grandchildren, all of Vancouver. She is also survived by sisters, Grace, Sydney, Ginny Sutherland, Sydney; brothers, John (Eleanor), East Bay, Lloyd, Maple Ridge, B.C., and Donald, Sydney; as well as many nieces and nephews. Cathy was predeceased by two brothers, Wendell and Robert. After working in the general office of the Sydney steel plant for several years, Cathy joined Trans Canada Airlines as a stewardess and made her home in Vancouver, B.C. Cathy enjoyed coming back to Cape Breton each year to her summer home in Aspy Bay. She will be greatly missed by us all. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Aspy Bay United Church. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pearl Elizabeth Winter Waterloo, Ont. - Now gone but will remain forever in our hearts. Pearl passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at the Westmount Long Term Care Facility in Kitchener, Ont. Beloved wife of Malcolm, who predeceased her July 21, 2008. Loving mother of Kathrine Bright and her husband, Hugh, James Winter and his wife, Lynn. Devoted grandmother to Casey Fawcett and her husband, Ira, Edward Winter, Diana Winter and Lindsey Glover and her husband, Brent. Dear sister of Christina Stevens, Walkerton, Ont., Robert Stevens and his wife, Sherry, Barrie, Ont., Ted Stevens and his wife, Anna, Cambridge, Ont., Lawrence Stevens and his wife, Helen, Cape Breton, John Stuart Stevens and his wife, Lisa, Chicago, Ill. Predeceased by her parents, Lawson and Lillian Stevens and sisters, Marjorie Morrison and her husband, Malcolm, Irene Flood and her husband, Donald, Josephine Ferguson and her husband, Kendall and Kathleen Balsillie and husband, George. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation celebrating Pearl's life will take place at David MacLeod Funeral Home, 617 King St. N., Waterloo, Ont., Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, from 1-4 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or St. Mary's General Hospital would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged by contacting the funeral home. 519-888-7700. A private family interment will take place. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Emily (Cann) Stubbert 76, Sydney Mines - Emily (Cann) Stubbert, 76, of Sydney Mines, passed away Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late John and Emily Maude (Baker) Cann. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Canada. She is survived by daughters, Carol, Sydney Mines, Glenna, Bedford; sons, Eric, Lawrencetown, Ken (Joy), Sydney Mines; her sister, Margaret 'Margie', Sydney Mines; brothers, Neil (Rhona) Cann, Sydney Mines, John Cann, North Sydney; grandsons, Kyle (Julie), Michael, Ryan and David. Also surviving are brother-in-law, Ben Stubbert and sister-in-law, Kathleen Hannem. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl in 1957, brother, Bill and son-in-law, Aubrey Thebault and sister-in-law, Irene Cann, brother-in-law, James White, nephews, John Cann and Grant Cann. There will be no visitation. A memorial service under the direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation of Canada. Online condolences may be e-mailed to the family at fillmoreandwhitman@ns.sympatico.ca. "She helped when she could, was a mother to all, loved and was loved. I will miss her." Eric ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Weaver Flynn 81, Beaver Cove - John Weaver Flynn, 81, of Beaver Cove, passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, surrounded by his family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Bernadine (Weaver) Flynn and is survived by his son, Lorne, at home; daughters, Leah (Gerard) MacNeil, Beaver Cove, Lori (Colin) Thomas, Jasper, Alta.; sisters, Helen (Bill) Pickles, Sydney, Judy (Harold) Penny, Sydney/Arizona, Deanne Dennison, Woodbridge, Ont.; brother, Terrance (Lorraine), Beaver Cove; grandchildren, Sharon, Barrie, Ont., Cheryl, Sydney, Shauna, Halifax, Lindsey, Calgary, Michael, Lawrencetown, Peter and Kyle, Jasper; son-in-law, John O'Handley, Sydney. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his wife, Geraldine 'Gerry', daughter, Linda and brother, Melvin. A member of the Merchant Marines, John served on the troop-ship The Lady Rodney, the Cape Breton Highlanders and finally with the Black Watch. John retired from the coke ovens in 1985 with 38 years of service. A hobby farmer at heart, John was one of the first people to import belted Galloway and Scottish highland cattle into Nova Scotia. John also enjoyed woodworking and carving in which he passed on many pieces to his family and friends. No visitation by request. John's remains have been donated to science through Dalhousie University. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations may be made in memory of John to the Heart and Lung Association or a charity of your choice. Online condolences can be e-mailed to landcruiser@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gertrude 'Gertie' MacKinnon 96, Victoria Mines - Gertrude 'Gertie' MacKinnon, 96, of Victoria Mines, passed away Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at home. Born in Dominion, she was a daughter of the late Peter J. and Mary Ann (MacPherson) MacNeil. Gertie was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard, New Waterford. She loved reading, baking and telling stories to family and friends. Surviving are daughters, Joyce (Peter) Marsh, Diane (Joe) Aucoin, both of Lingan; sons, Fraser (Doreen), Joseph, Bill (Hughena), all of New Waterford; daughter-in-law, Sylvia MacKinnon, Lower Sackville; sister-in-law, Mary Jane MacNeil, Dominion; two very special people, Charlie and Lorette Campbell, Victoria Mines; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Gertie was predeceased by her husband, John Willie, son Dannie, sisters, Annie, Beatie, Francie, Jennie, Evelyn and Nora, brothers Joe, Walter and Fred. 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 mass of celebration for Gertie will take place Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Interment will be in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, with a luncheon to follow at the Carmel Centre, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne Marie Coakley (Jesty) Florence May 6, 1937-Jan. 9, 2009 - We, the family of Anne Marie Coakley (Jesty) regret to announce her passing on Jan. 9, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Funeral arrangements will be under the care of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines, and will be announced in Monday's Cape Breton Post. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pauline Finlayson Sydney Mines Memorial Mass - A memorial mass for the late Pauline Finlayson will take place Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009, at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Francis Funeral Home. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

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Cape Breton Deaths January 09, 2009 Friday Stephen Humeniuk 86, Whitney Pier - Stephen 'Big Steve' Humeniuk, a lifelong resident of Whitney Pier, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at Taigh Na Mara Nursing Home. He was the son of the late Michael and Pauline (Kosovich) Humeniuk of Kiev, Ukraine. 'Big Steve' worked at the Sydney Steel Plant open hearth department for 44 years. He was a member of the Cape Breton Highlanders; Branch 128 Whitney Pier legion. He was awarded several medals and honours after serving overseas. 'Big Steve' was recognized by the King's Order on April 4, 1946 for distinguished service. He also received the 1939-1945 Star, the Italy Star, the France and Germany Star, the 1939-1945 Canadian Volunteer Award, the Dutch Medal of Remembrance and a gold medal in recognition of 250 years of responsible government in Nova Scotia (October 2008). He was a member of Holy Ghost Ukrainian parish. He was an avid sports fan and had a passion for darts in his later years. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Rose (Hoysa); his five children, daughters, Shirley Ings, North Sydney, Donna (Edgar) Barrington, Portage; sons, Steve (Betty), Sydney River, Wayne (Monica), Winnipeg, and Danny (Cathy), Cleveland, N.S.; his sister, Kay Francuz, Guelph, Ont.; brothers, Tony (Pauline), Sydney, John (Evelyn), Sydney River, and Bill (Freda), Hamilton, Ont. 'GeeGee' is survived by grandchildren, Stephen Ings, Shauna Munro, Troy and Tiffany Barrington, Jocelyn, Krista and Vanessa Humeniuk, Craig, Dayna and Kyla Hominick, Julia, Kevin and Laura Humeniuk; great-grandchildren, Zachary and Noah Ings, Nila and Elise Munro and Amelia Hominick. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Annie (Bobby) Bobyk, his brother, Peter (Rita) Humeniuk and brother-in-law, John Francuz. Recently he was predeceased by his special son-in-law, Harold Ings, North Sydney. Visitation for the late Mr. Humeniuk will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sunday, Jan. 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Panachyda will take place at 7:30 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Monday, Jan. 12 at 11 a.m. at Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church with Fr. Roman Dusanowskyj officiating. Burial to take place at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church Fund. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine Marie McKinnon 63, Sydney, N.S. - It is with broken hearts that we, the family of Catherine Marie McKinnon, announce her peaceful passing on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, Aug. 22, 1945, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Mary C. (Thomas) McKinnon. Cathy was the owner and operator of J & K Hairdressing, Victoria Road, Whitney Pier, and was a hairdresser for approximately 45 years. She loved her family and was involved in all activities with her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed walking and spending time at her cottage in Gabarus. Cathy is survived by five brothers, Donald John, Scotchtown, Alex (Joan), Angus (Joanne), both of Hamilton, Ont., Archie (Marie), New Waterford, and Robert (Betty Ann), Sydney Forks; five sisters, Joanne (Alonzo) Nearing, Albert Bridge, Marion (Tommy) Williamson, Mary Warren, both of Scotchtown, Rita (William) Moore, Lingan, and Ernestina (Hughie) MacArthur, Sydney. She is also survived by 18 nieces and nephews and 16 grandnieces and nephews, whom she cherished. Cathy had four godchildren, Scott Warren, Kurt Nearing, Sandra Prince and a special godson, Charles (Buddy) Boudreau. She will be sadly missed by her family, friends, clients and her two closest, friends, Kay Boudreau and Florence Hasiuk. She was predeceased by her parents. There will be no visitation by her request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Cathy's life will be held Monday, Jan. 12, 2009, at 11 a.m., in the parish of St. Leonard/St. Michael Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Burial to take place in the parish cemetery at a later date. Following mass, a luncheon will be held at the KOC, Plummer Avenue, New Waterford, all are welcome. Donations in Cathy's memory may be made to the Palliative Care or the Canadian Cancer Society. To send online condolences to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Caridi Ernesto Pozzebon 86, New Waterford - With great sadness we announce the passing of Caridi Ernesto Pozzebon on Jan. 8, 2009, at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, Sept. 22, 1922, he was a son of the late Giovanni and Guiditta (Razzolini) Pozzebon. Caridi was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church, New Waterford. He was well known, having operated a restaurant (Dagwood's), a poolroom and driving taxi. Caridi also worked as a carpenter and was a member of the Carpenter's Union, Local 1588. In his later years, he ran a sharpening business. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Caridi's passing will leave a large void in the lives of his wife, children and family members. Caridi is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Margaret McCann, better known as 'Blondie'; two sons, Gary (Patricia), Gardiner Mines, Ernesto (Cindy), New Waterford; six grandchildren, Mark, Jasmine (Michael), Chris (Becky), Giovanni, Jennifer Ann, Carmen; three great-grandchildren, Emily, Gavin, Lily; one sister, Ernestine Nearing, New Waterford; as well as several nieces and nephews. Caridi was predeceased by a son, Vernon, who died in infancy, sisters, Inez and Secundina, brothers, Ernesto and Gino. Visitation will be held Sunday 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 Caridi will take place Monday, Jan. 12 at 2 p.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Carmel Centre with interment in Mount Carmel Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson's Society of Canada, Maritime Region or a charity of choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. We miss you now, our hearts are sore, As time goes by, we miss you more. Your loving smile, your gentle face, No one can fill your vacant place. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Frederick O'Neil 1960-2009 Glace Bay - It is with deep sorrow we announce the untimely passing of John Frederick O'Neil, 48, of Currie Street, Glace Bay, who passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at the Glace Bay hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. John was the son of Gaffy and Elaine (Clements) O'Neil of Port Morien. John is survived by his loving wife, Cathie (Napier) O'Neil; his beloved daughters, Natasha (Paul) Boutilier, Georgetown, Ont., Elisha (Jason MacDonald), Glace Bay; loving stepson, Anthony Napier, at home; treasured grandchildren, Blake, Madison and Elice; his loving sisters, Cheryl (Jamie) Anderson, Black Brook, Rhonda (Stewart) MacPherson, Waddens Cove, and Joanne (Barry) MacLeod, Glace Bay. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, all close to his heart. A truck driver by trade, John was happiest when at the wheel of any vehicle. Until his illness, he was employed at M & B Wholesale in Glace Bay. John loved hunting, fishing, the woods, his backyard fires and especially the bungalow. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 55 and the mixed dart league at Port Morien. John was predeceased by his first wife, Brenda Lee (White) O'Neil in 2003 as well as his grandparents, dear aunts and uncles. Visitation today (Friday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Legion members will meet at 7 p.m. and Fr. Conrad Edwards will conduct a vigil service at 7:15 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Port Morien, Fr. Edwards officiating; and a reception will follow at the Branch 55 Port Morien Legion. Donations in John's memory, may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund or Palliative Care. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Lynda Diane Boutilier 1973-2009 Glace Bay - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful, daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece and friend. Lynda Boutilier, age 35, of Glace Bay, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with her loving family at her side. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of Henry and Cynthia (Fletcher) Boutilier. Lynda was employed at various jobs in the Halifax area before becoming a library technician with the Halifax Regional School Board. She moved to Edmonton in September 2007. After only four short months in Alberta, Lynda was diagnosed with breast cancer and she returned home to Glace Bay in January 2008 to continue treatment and to be with her family and friends. Lynda enjoyed a full life with reading, camping outdoors, belly dancing and her cats. She had a warm, generous heart and a beautiful smile. Besides her parents, Lynda leaves to mourn, her sisters, Michelle (Robert Sealey), Halifax, Mary Elizabeth (John Robert Gazzola), at home; her two cats, Gypsy and Cedric and the family dog, Hunter; grandparents, Anna Fletcher and Henry and Joyce Boutilier. Also, aunts, uncles, cousins, especially, Aunt Barbara Jean Gillis, who nursed us all this past year with Lynda's illness. Lynda was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Russell Fletcher and cousin, Daniel Delmaire. In honouring Lynda's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, noon until 2 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 2:30 p.m. both in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home & Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay, with Nancy Whitney, DLM officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations in Lynda's memory may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre Patient Care Fund, or a charity of choice. Online condolences to the Boutilier family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Annie Kowalski 1926-2009 Glace Bay - We, the family of Annie Kowalski, are very saddened to announce her passing on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Annie was a resident of Seaview Manor Nursing Home, Glace Bay. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Lena (Odo) Kowalski. Annie was the last surviving member of her immediate family. In her younger years, Annie was an avid skater and bowler. Forever known for her quick wit, Annie will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her two special nieces, Paula Morrison and son, Samuel, Glace Bay, and Cathy Morrison (Sheldon), Glace Bay; special nephew, Jamie (Shelley); children, Bryson and Kaylia, Calgary, Alta. Annie is also survived by half-sisters, Sharon (Benny) Bennett, Beverley (Tommy) Wadden, both of Glace Bay; and special family member, J.B. Morrison. Besides her parents, Annie was predeceased by her sister, June Morrison and her husband, Sammy, brother, Ralph Kowalski. The family of Annie Kowalski would like to thank the staff of Seaview Manor, 3rd Floor West at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex and Dr. Cadegan for the compassion and care over the years. There will be a private visitation and funeral for Annie Kowalski. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Interment will take place at St. Anne's Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences to the Kowalski family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hi! Anyone know where I could search land records for folks who owned land or homes in Sydney in the 1830s onward? Ann Lewis

>From the Halifax Herald Obit CD 11-12-77 Dominique, Peter Sydney The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star Published: 11/08/93 Page: C16 SOLLAZZO, Joseph F. (Peppie) - 75, 25 MacGuire Dr., Sydney, formerly of Hardwood Hill, Sydney, died November 6, 1993, in Sydney Community Health Centre. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Frank and Lucy (Arlotta) Sollazzo. He was a member of St. Augustine's Parish, Sydney; Sydney Steelworker's Pensioners Club and Club 55's Rhythm Band. He also served in the Cape Breton Highlanders Reserves and was an avid bowler. He had been employed for 42 years in the coke ovens department of Sydney Steel Corporation, retiring shortly after being injured in the 1977 explosion. He is survived by his wife, the former Bernadette Dominique; two daughters, Shirley Pike, Sydney; Marie (Cookie) (Mrs. Ron Brace), Toronto; three sons, Pat, Jim, both of Sydney; Jerry, London; sister, Theresa (Mrs. Vernon Mosher), Musquodoboit Harbour; two brothers, Dominic, Sydney; Frank, Toronto; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Tony; stepmother, Mary; sister, Rose in infancy. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. tonight, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney. Funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Augustine's Church, Rev. John Capstick officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, Sydney Branch. The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star Published: 10/12/95 Page: C9 / A20 GATES, Morris Symeon - 79, 45 Village Rd., Herring Cove, Halifax Co., died October 11, 1995, at home. Born in Dartmouth, he was a son of Gladys (Goldsworthy) Gates, Seaforth. He was a member of St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church and had been an elevator operator for a number of years. He was employed in construction work most of his life. Surviving are his wife, the former Rita Brophy; son, David, Shearwater; daughters, Rita (Mrs. Robert Dominique), Waterloo, Que.; Mary (Mrs. William Probert), Linda (Mrs. Joseph Penny), Timberlea; half-brothers, Stanley Goldsworthy, Malcolm Goldsworthy, Seaforth; half-sisters, Evelyn (Mrs. Gerald Poirier), Seaforth; Viola (Mrs. Raymond Lang), Lawrencetown; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Helen Kimber. Cremation has taken place under the direction of J. Albert Walker Funeral Home, 149 Herring Cove Rd., Halifax. Memorial service 10 a.m. Friday in St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Herring Cove, Rev. Terrence O'Toole officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society. The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star Published: 12/30/98 Page: C10 REID, Kirk - 59, Sydney Mines, died December 28, 1998, in Northside General Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Joseph and Julia (Penny) Reid. He was a member of St. Pius X Parish where he served as a lector and was an active member of the Fire of Love Prayer Group. Following a career in sales and retail, Kirk worked for several years as a counsellor for Nova Scotia Drug Dependency and graduated from Holland College in 1997 as a professional Addiction Counsellor. He also worked in the community as an amateur magician. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis (Fudge); daughters, Lori (Denis Godcharles), Gatineau, Que.; Lisa (Johnny Fifoot), Halifax, and Dionne, Halifax; his son, Ted (Carol Ann), Arthur, Ontario. Also surviving is his half-brother, Joseph Dominique (Kay), South Bar, and his grandchildren, Steven, Madison and Katie. He was predeceased by brothers, Tine, Wallace and Austin, and sister, Eileen. Funeral today at 2 p.m. in St. Pius X Church, Rev. Tony MacDonald officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to G.R. Francis & Son Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Kevin -- http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~podgursky/ On Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 1:35 PM, Peggy Dominique <peggy_mpd@hotmail.com> wrote: > > > Hello, does anyone have any information about the Dominique family who resided in or around Sydney ? I have been able to find very little information ( ie: obits, church records ) however i do believe there were many family members. > > Any help or hints would be great. > > Thanks