Hello Blair, I have the surname Rankin in my line b. Scotland/Ireland. Would you have any further information on those Rankin names you mentioned please? Cheers, Margaret ----- Original Message ----- From: "Blair Irvine" <blair.irvine@sympatico.ca> To: <Ds20065@aol.com>; <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> Cc: <NOVA-SCOTIA-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 8:53 PM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] SNOW Obituaries > Hi Don, > This may interest you,Albert Snow m.Freda Blanche Rankin > approx.1919.Both were Salvation Army.Freda shows in the 1901 > census-Glace Bay-2b > as a domestic in the household of Rory MacDonald,lines > 1718-1724/Edith(Rankin)MacDonald may be related and I recall her > mentioning Snow relatives on the Northside. > Albert may have been from mainland NS. > Blair > From: <Ds20065@aol.com> > To: <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> > Cc: <NOVA-SCOTIA-L@rootsweb.com> > Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 10:54 AM > Subject: [NS-CB] SNOW Obituaries > > > > ------------------------------- > 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

Hello All, I was wondering if anyone had any idea where I could find information on or old pictures of the one room school house between Soapstone /Kewstock and the Roseburn turn off ? This is about 5.5 km outside of Whycocomagh.Frank and Murtle Fletcher were possibly the last ones to live there. Thanks, Arlene _________________________________________________________________ Show them the way! Add maps and directions to your party invites. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowslive/events.aspx

Hi Don, This may interest you,Albert Snow m.Freda Blanche Rankin approx.1919.Both were Salvation Army.Freda shows in the 1901 census-Glace Bay-2b as a domestic in the household of Rory MacDonald,lines 1718-1724/Edith(Rankin)MacDonald may be related and I recall her mentioning Snow relatives on the Northside. Albert may have been from mainland NS. Blair From: <Ds20065@aol.com> To: <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> Cc: <NOVA-SCOTIA-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 10:54 AM Subject: [NS-CB] SNOW Obituaries

Cape Breton Deaths January 08, 2009 Thursday Burland MacLean 57, Windsor, Ont. - With great sadness, we announce the passing of a wonderful father, son, brother, uncle and friend, Burland MacLean of Windsor, Ont., on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009. 'Burl' was born in Glace Bay to Neil and Claire MacLean on April 24, 1951. He graduated from St. Michael's High School and was employed both as a truck driver and at the Machine Shop before joining the RCMP in 1972. Stationed in Ontario, he worked for 25 years and retired to Windsor, Ont., where his great love for cars manifested into work for both new and used car companies until death. His life in Windsor eased his becoming an ardent Detroit Tigers fan. Of his many accomplishments with the RCMP, he was proudest of being awarded the key to the City of New Orleans for his work in association with the New Orleans Police Department (1991). Burl was predeceased by his father, Neil (1999) and his daughter, Lisa (2003). He is survived by his mother, Claire; brothers, Brennon (Brenda), Glace Bay, and Blake, at home; and by nieces, Brandi, Briana, Brittany; and ex-wife, Debbie MacLean. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the charity of your choice. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for the late Burland MacLean will be held Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., 849-7520, from 2-3 p.m. with memorial service to follow at 3 p.m. with Fr. Gerald Campbell. Memorial service is also being held Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the Centennial Sports Club, St. Thomas, Ont. Online condolences may be e-mailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elizabeth Marie 'Betty' Barrie 79, Sydney Mines - It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Elizabeth 'Betty' Barrie, 79, on Jan. 6, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Katie (Morrison) Stewart. Betty was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and the ladies auxiliary. She enjoyed quilt-making, sewing, knitting, reading and spending time at Groves Point, enjoying a good game of cards with family and friends. In May of 2008, Phonse and Betty had celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Betty is survived by her husband, Alphonse; daughters, Debbie (David) Maddock and Shirley LeBlanc; grandsons, John, Chris and Jeffrey; and a brother, Roderick 'Poddie' (Vera) Stewart, Edmonton, Alta. She is also survived by a great-grandson, Carson Bardswich. She was predeceased by her granddaughter, Katie and son-in-law, Mike LeBlanc. In lieu of flowers, donations in Betty's memory may be made to the VON. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home. You can join the family Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. at the John J. Nugent Firemen's Centre, Sydney Mines. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine (MacDonald) Thew 79, Sydney/Peru, N.Y. - Rena, as she was so fondly remembered by her brothers, passed away Jan. 6, 2009, at home in New York, after a lengthy illness. Born in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of Allan and Annie May (MacDonald) MacDonald of Black River, Inverness. Kay or Rena spent all her adult life in the United States. Surviving are her husband, Don and two sons, Aaron and Greg, all in New York. Also surviving are three brothers, Dougie (Sis), Howie Centre, Sander, Sydney, and John, Edmonton, Alta. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Crawford J. Hull 70, North Sydney - A funeral service for Crawford James Hull, age 70, a resident of Regent Street, North Sydney, who passed away Dec. 4, 2008, in North Sydney will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009, at St. Matthew Wesley United Church with Rev. David Luker officiating. Burial to take place at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney, at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Anyone interested in purchasing this book, please call John Currie at 902-564-9138 Charlene On 6-Jan-09, at 7:38 PM, Carol MacLean wrote: > Did a google search of "The Other Side of the Harbour" by Johnny > Currie. > > CBC Radio1 website had this.... > > Welcome to Island Echoes > > Your host Wendy Bergfeldt keeps you up-to-date with Cape Breton > culture > every Saturday evening with Island Echoes, a weekly cultural program > broadcast at 8:05 p.m.(AT) on CBC Radio One. > > ISLAND ECHOES FEATURES > > December's schedule for Island Echoes > > Dec. 6 - Wendy Bergfeldt talks with John Currie, author of The Other > Side > of the Harbour, a new history of Sydney Mines. The program will also > feature the music of Sydney Mines' musicians The Barra MacNeils and > Bruce > Guthro. > > ************************ > > CBPost has more on this article.... > > Fri Nov 21, 2008 Cape Breton Post > > The Other Side of the Harbour: Retired educator to launch book on > history > of Sydney Mines. Retired educator John Currie is set to launch his > new > book, The Other Side of the Harbour, an in-depth look at the rich, > diverse > history of his home town of Sydney Mines. > > > LIFESTYLES Last updated at 12:19 AM on 22/11/08 > > Retired educator John Currie is set to launch his new book, The > Other Side > of the Harbour, an in-depth look at the rich, diverse history of his > home > town of Sydney Mines. Julie Collins - Cape Breton Post The Other > Side of > the Harbour > Retired educator to launch book on history of Sydney Mines > > BY JULIE COLLINS The Cape Breton Post > > SYDNEY MINES - Retired educator John Currie spent the past three years > working on a book that depicts the diverse history of his home town of > Sydney Mines. > Currie taught high school, was a junior high principal for 12 years, > served > as assistant school superintendent and ended his career as school > superintendent. > "I was always intrigued by the diversity of Sydney Mines, not so > much of my > own personal ancestry, but that of a lot of the people who settled > and made > a life here (after) leaving their native counties like Italy and > Poland," > he said. "Also, I wanted to capture those robust economic times when > the > town boasted six hotels and businesses such as the British Canadian > Co-operative, which had over 3,000 members during in its peak years." > > In writing the book, Currie said he wanted to flush out some of the > preliminary histories that have been done in the past by the likes of > Richard Brown and expand on some areas. > > He noted that Sydney Mines was a pretty significant town in the 20th > century referring to 1889 when the town had a larger population than > that > of Sydney at around 9,000 people. > > "My goal was to capture the colour and character of Sydney Mines as a > dynamo town when you consider the coal and steel industry, the > immigration > and commercial impact in those early years," he said. "I did numerous > interviews and the more I was able to delve into topics such as > immigration, coal and steel and commerce, the more interesting it > became > and the more information became uncovered. For me, it was a wonderful > learning experience and I appreciate those folks who allowed me into > their > homes." > There was a core population of Scots and Irish, which soon exploded > at the > turn of the 20th century when Lithuanians, Polish, Italian and > Romanian > immigrants settled in the small mining town. > > "There was certainly a multinational flavour during the boom years in > Sydney Mines," he said. "I was able to go into greater detail and > expand on > the history of these families that immigrated, many to escape > impoverished > conditions in their home countries." > > The book also goes into detail about contributions made by the > people of > Sydney Mines during the First and Second World Wars. > > "There is a section in the book dedicated to early education in Sydney > Mines, the difficulties the poorer classes had in obtaining an > education." > he said. "I have a number of other books in the wings, but this was my > first and I appreciate all those who helped make it possible." > > Currie invites the public to the launch of "The Other Side of the > Harbour" > at the Martha Howllett Memorial Library, Fraser Avenue, Sydney Mines, > Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. > > jcollins@cbpost.com > > ************************ > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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

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 _________________________________________________________________

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Happy New Year to the list. I have "Wylie's" in my family tree and I was intrigued by the middle name "Wylie" in this obituary. Does anyone know the Church family? At an appropriate time, I would like to further investigate to determine if there is any connection. Thank you for your advice and/or help. Cheers, Margaret

I just happened to come across a couple of business directories from circa 1898 on ebay. Is this info available elsewhere? the cost of the booklets is a bit high to just see a possible name listing or to find that no relatives are in there. Thanks all and Happy New Year

Cape Breton Deaths January 07, 2009 Eugene Andrew Basso 66, New Waterford - Eugene Andrew Basso, age 66, of Emerald Street, New Waterford, passed away suddenly at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009. Born Nov. 30, 1942, in New Waterford, Eugene was a son of the late Erminio and Rita (Durando) Basso of Italy. He was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church. Eugene was a proud member of the Canadian Peacekeepers and spent time in Cyprus. After Eugene retired from Devco with many years of service, he joined the commissionaires. At the time of his passing, he was stationed at Victoria Park and will be sadly missed by the boys. Eugene loved the outdoors whether he was fishing, hunting or just hiking in the woods. He was an avid sports fan and loved to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles play. He is survived by two sons, Michael (April) and their daughter, Gina, Coxheath, Terry (Erin) and their daughter, Sasha and son, Tyler, Campbell River, B.C.; one daughter, Shauna and her daughter, Paige and son, William, Edmonton, Alta.; one brother, Gordon, Ottawa. Also mourning Eugene's passing is his loving friend, Margie Borden and her son, John (Leah) Gillis and their daughter, Grace, Halifax, her daughter, Maralyn (Todd) Delaney and their children, Hannah and Ryan, Sydney. Eugene was predeceased by his wife, Paula (MacSween), one sister, Eva and two brothers, Reno and Albert. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday) 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 Eugene will take place 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, at the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. A luncheon will be held at the KOC hall in New Waterford, immediately after the funeral mass. Interment will then follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Albert Bridge. Family flowers only please. Donations in Eugene's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Daniel Wylie Church Nov. 5, 1946-Jan. 5, 2009 - Daniel Wylie Church of Coxheath passed away on Jan. 5, 2009, after a lengthy struggle with cancer. Dan is survived by his loving wife, Ruth; son, Randy (Tyra) and three very special grandchildren, Wylie, Makayla and Daniel; sister, Jayne Lane and niece Jenna; aunts, June Sanford and Lorraine Mitchell, Ontario; father and mother-in- law, James (Muriel) MacCormack; brothers-in-law, Nelson (Donette) MacCormack and Ross (Edna) MacCormack. Dan also leaves to mourn, Dorothy Lapierre and special friends, Charlie Bonaparte, Maria Sophecleous, Glen Walsh and Debbie MacVicar. Dan enlisted in the Royal Canadian Navy at the age of 17, serving in Canada and overseas as a chef. After retiring from the Navy, he also worked for 15 years at the Halifax County Rehab Centre. Both Dan and Ruth retired to Cape Breton, where they enjoyed being together with family and friends. Dan especially enjoyed cooking for family gatherings, camping with Ruth and their grandchildren, cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs with Jim and most recently, their trips down south. Cremation has taken place. A service in memory of Dan will be held 2 p.m. January 10, 2009 at S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexander St., Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Palliative Care Unit (CBRH), the VON, or a charity of your choice, would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences can be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Fabian Gerard 'Gerry' Rocky' McIntyre Elliot Lake, Ont. - Fabian Gerard 'Gerry' 'Rocky' McIntyre passed away in Elliot Lake, Ont., Jan. 4, 2009, at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Mary McIntyre (née Ryan) of Elliot Lake and loving father of Gerry, Donald, Alice Marie, Colleen, Laurie, Charmaine, Joan and Janice. Also survived by 21 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He will be missed and fondly remembered by his many relatives and friends in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and Ontario. A celebration of his life will be held in Southern Ontario, April 25, 2009. Memorial contributions to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 1-800-378-2233 or the Cancer Society 1-800-268-8874 would be greatly appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Elliot Lake Funeral Chapel & Cremation Centre (705-848-9250). Give the gift of life and sign you donor card. For more information on organ donation, please call 1-800-263-2833 or visit the website www.giftoflife.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine (MacDonald) Thew 79, Sydney/Peru, N.Y. - Rena, as she was so fondly remembered by her brothers, passed away Jan. 6, 2009, at home in New York, after a lengthy illness. Born in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of Allan and Annie May (MacDonald) MacDonald of Black River, Inverness. Kay or Rena spent all her adult life in the United States. Surviving are her husband, Don and two sons, Aaron and Greg, all in New York. Also surviving are three brothers, Dougie, Howie Centre, Sander, Sydney, and John, Edmonton, Alta. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

On 6-Jan-09, at 1:29 PM, Charlene McKenzie wrote: > Hi Erix, > I wondered the same thing and now I have the answer. Johnny Currie > has just published a book called "The Other Side of the Harbour A > History of Sydney Mines." > On page 23 He says: > "Incidentally, when the Winning pit in Cranberry-also called > Princess-was initiated in 1867, several new double houses were built > along what is now Lannigan's Lane. They were called "new houses" but > also referred to unofficially as "Warsaw." > Charlene McKenzie > > > > On 6-Jan-09, at 10:43 AM, Eric wrote: > >> Hi List: >> >> I came accross New Houses, Sydney Mines as an address in the early >> 1900's in a couple of instances. >> Does anyone know what they were and where they were located. >> Were these houses company houses or housing for miners >> >> Regards >> Erix >> >> ------------------------------- >> 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 >

In a message dated 06/01/2009 17:16:51 Atlantic Standard Time, cfraser@accesscable.net writes: "The Other Side of the Harbour A > History of Sydney Mines." Charlene' Can you tell me when this book was published. Never heard of it prior to this message. My father was born in a Company House on Main St, Sydney in 1905. Any info you can provide would be most welcome Don

Did a google search of "The Other Side of the Harbour" by Johnny Currie. CBC Radio1 website had this.... Welcome to Island Echoes Your host Wendy Bergfeldt keeps you up-to-date with Cape Breton culture every Saturday evening with Island Echoes, a weekly cultural program broadcast at 8:05 p.m.(AT) on CBC Radio One. ISLAND ECHOES FEATURES December's schedule for Island Echoes Dec. 6 - Wendy Bergfeldt talks with John Currie, author of The Other Side of the Harbour, a new history of Sydney Mines. The program will also feature the music of Sydney Mines' musicians The Barra MacNeils and Bruce Guthro. ************************ CBPost has more on this article.... Fri Nov 21, 2008 Cape Breton Post The Other Side of the Harbour: Retired educator to launch book on history of Sydney Mines. Retired educator John Currie is set to launch his new book, The Other Side of the Harbour, an in-depth look at the rich, diverse history of his home town of Sydney Mines. LIFESTYLES Last updated at 12:19 AM on 22/11/08 Retired educator John Currie is set to launch his new book, The Other Side of the Harbour, an in-depth look at the rich, diverse history of his home town of Sydney Mines. Julie Collins - Cape Breton Post The Other Side of the Harbour Retired educator to launch book on history of Sydney Mines BY JULIE COLLINS The Cape Breton Post SYDNEY MINES - Retired educator John Currie spent the past three years working on a book that depicts the diverse history of his home town of Sydney Mines. Currie taught high school, was a junior high principal for 12 years, served as assistant school superintendent and ended his career as school superintendent. "I was always intrigued by the diversity of Sydney Mines, not so much of my own personal ancestry, but that of a lot of the people who settled and made a life here (after) leaving their native counties like Italy and Poland," he said. "Also, I wanted to capture those robust economic times when the town boasted six hotels and businesses such as the British Canadian Co-operative, which had over 3,000 members during in its peak years." In writing the book, Currie said he wanted to flush out some of the preliminary histories that have been done in the past by the likes of Richard Brown and expand on some areas. He noted that Sydney Mines was a pretty significant town in the 20th century referring to 1889 when the town had a larger population than that of Sydney at around 9,000 people. "My goal was to capture the colour and character of Sydney Mines as a dynamo town when you consider the coal and steel industry, the immigration and commercial impact in those early years," he said. "I did numerous interviews and the more I was able to delve into topics such as immigration, coal and steel and commerce, the more interesting it became and the more information became uncovered. For me, it was a wonderful learning experience and I appreciate those folks who allowed me into their homes." There was a core population of Scots and Irish, which soon exploded at the turn of the 20th century when Lithuanians, Polish, Italian and Romanian immigrants settled in the small mining town. "There was certainly a multinational flavour during the boom years in Sydney Mines," he said. "I was able to go into greater detail and expand on the history of these families that immigrated, many to escape impoverished conditions in their home countries." The book also goes into detail about contributions made by the people of Sydney Mines during the First and Second World Wars. "There is a section in the book dedicated to early education in Sydney Mines, the difficulties the poorer classes had in obtaining an education." he said. "I have a number of other books in the wings, but this was my first and I appreciate all those who helped make it possible." Currie invites the public to the launch of "The Other Side of the Harbour" at the Martha Howllett Memorial Library, Fraser Avenue, Sydney Mines, Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. jcollins@cbpost.com ************************

Hi Charlene,   I would also like to know where this book can be purchased. Any details would be a great help.   Ellen --- On Tue, 1/6/09, Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> wrote: From: Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> Subject: Re: [NS-CB] New Houses, Sydney Mines- early 1900's To: cfraser@accesscable.net, NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com Received: Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 4:41 PM In a message dated 06/01/2009 17:16:51 Atlantic Standard Time, cfraser@accesscable.net writes: "The Other Side of the Harbour A > History of Sydney Mines." Charlene' Can you tell me when this book was published. Never heard of it prior to this message. My father was born in a Company House on Main St, Sydney in 1905. Any info you can provide would be most welcome Don ------------------------------- 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 __________________________________________________________________ Instant Messaging, free SMS, sharing photos and more... Try the new Yahoo! Canada Messenger at http://ca.beta.messenger.yahoo.com/

Hi List: I came accross New Houses, Sydney Mines as an address in the early 1900's in a couple of instances. Does anyone know what they were and where they were located. Were these houses company houses or housing for miners Regards Erix

My gr. grandfather (and probably yours?) lived in what was called 'New Houses' in Sydney Mines in the first decade or so of the 1900s.... my understanding was that they were new row houses (Company?) in Cranberry but I never did try to establish if this was a fact. I only know he was working in the 'tub shop' (Steel Plant, Sydney Mines) and the family was living at Cranberry at that time and later moved to Convent Street with my grandparents. Bernardine ----- Original Message ----- From: "Eric" <desimm@syd.eastlink.ca> To: "NS-CB Roots Web" <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2009 9:43 AM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] New Houses, Sydney Mines- early 1900's > Hi List: > > I came accross New Houses, Sydney Mines as an address in the early 1900's > in a couple of instances. > Does anyone know what they were and where they were located. > Were these houses company houses or housing for miners > > Regards > Erix

Chilliwack Progress Chilliwack, BC Friday, 13 Dec 2002 PLANT, Charles Graham - Charles Graham Plant passed away on Dec. 13, 2002 at his home in Promontory Lake Estates, Sardis, BC, at the age of 80 years, with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born in Sydney, NS, on Aug. 6, 1922. Graham is survived by his loving wife, Glennie, of 56 years; his devoted daughter, Debbie Humphries of Sardis; grandchildren, Chris (Kara) Humphries of Coquitlam, Nick (Krista) Humphries of Vancouver and Diana Humphries of Sardis; brother, Fred (Betty) of Moncton, NB; brother-in-law, Rev. Joe (Joan) Titus of Sooke, BC; sister-in-law Janet Graham (Don) of St. Andrews, NB; former son-in-law Rod Humphries of Sardis, BC; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends from across Canada. Graham was predeceased by his father, Charles Randolph Plant, and mother, Hazel Frances (Spencer) Plant of Moncton, NB. A private graveside service will be held on Dec. 23, 2002. In lieu of flowers, should family and friends so desire, donations in Graham's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, whose help and support throughout Graham's illness was greatly appreciated. Special thanks to the paramedics, the RCMP officer who attended, Tara of the RCMP Victim Assistance, Coroner John Veldman, and the staff of the Chilliwack General Emergency Ward whose support was above and beyond the call of duty. Graham graduated from Mount Allison Academy, Sackville, NB in 1941. He entered the Royal Canadian Navy on Dec. 2, 1942 and served his country until Oct. 2, 1945. He married the love of his life, Gleneita Titus on June 29, 1946. Graham worked for the Royal Bank of Canada for over 35 years in offices in New Brunswick, Montreal, PQ, and finally Vancouver, BC. Upon his retirement, Graham and Glennie moved to Nanoose Bay, BC. In 1991, they moved to Chilliwack in order to be nearer to their daughter, Debbie and her family. Graham was "Grampy" to his grandchildren and they will miss his teasing and sense of humour. When he was well, he enjoyed watching boxing on TV, hockey and football. In his younger years, he was a skilled amateur boxer and tennis player. Graham was very proud of his service in the Navy and was very interested in naval history. He will be missed by all the lives he touched from coast-to-coast. Out of the strain of the doing, Into the joy of the done.

Cape Breton Deaths January 06, 2009 Tuesday Herbert Joseph Black 66, Sydney River - Herb is survived by his loving wife, Stephanie (Melnick) Black, and their children, Michael, Halifax, Krystyna, at home. He is also survived by his son, Paul, Sydney, Wayne (Mary T.), Halifax, Jean (Darryl) Magura, Toronto, and his granddaughter, Ella Magura. Herbie passed away suddenly at home Monday, Jan. 5, 2008, in his sleep. He was born in Sydney, July 18, 1942. Predeceased by parents, Alberta (Gillis) and Herbert Black. Herbie was employed with Independent Auto Appraisal Ltd. Previously employed with Breton Auto Appraisal. Previous co-owner of BlackWorth Auto service manager for Cape Breton Chrysler for many years. Herbie, being an automotive mechanic, was also a jack of all trades, as he will be remembered being very willing to lend anyone a hand at anytime. He enjoyed his daily walks with his dog Sassy. He was under the false impression that he was a good tarabish player on his regular Thursday night game. Herbie is survived by 13 siblings, Carol (Ken) Williston, Halifax, Janet (Buddy) Demers, Belmont, Mass., Tony (Carol), Westmount, Mary (Steve) Barrett, Enfield, Alberta (Ralph) Mozvik, Sydney River, Alan (Linda), Sydney, Terrance (Linda), Sydney, Joe (Kathy), Sydney River, Brian (Janice), Sydney, Cathy (Peter) Miller, Enfield, Robert (Jean), Sydney, Anne Marie (Dave) Livingstone, Halifax, John (Darlene), Halifax. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and his special aunts, Sara Black and Helen MacNeil. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Mary's Polish Church, Whitney Pier. Visitation will take place Wednesday, Jan. 7 at the S.W. Chant Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 8 at Our Lady of Fatima Church with Fr. Will MacPherson officiating. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Baptiste 'Erwin' Petrossie Bras d'Or 1938-2009 - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Baptiste 'Erwin' Petrossie, 70, on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Bras d'Or, he was the son of the late Ella Petrossie, who died when he was an infant. He was raised by his aunt, Mary O'Neil, who raised him as her own son. He was a member of St. Joseph parish, Bras d'Or. Erwin worked for the Canadian Coast Guard for many years until his retirement in 1993. He loved listening to fiddle music and spending time with family and friends. Erwin is survived by his wife, Mary Agnes (Young) Petrossie, Bras d'Or; daughter, Ella (Steve) Devoe, Barrie, Ont.; sons, John (Diana), Bras d'Or, Calvin (Helen), Barrie, Ont., Lee (Cara), Bras d'Or, and Chris (Dawn), George's River. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren. Besides his mother, Ella, and Aunt Mary, he was predeceased by a brother, Roger Verding. Special thanks to the many caretakers of the Cape Breton County Home Care for the many years of special care to our beloved father. Visitation for John Petrossie will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Peter MacLeod officiating. Memorial donations in John's memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Michael (Mickey) Drohan 77, Sydney - Michael (Mickey) Joseph Drohan, 77, died Jan. 5, 2009, peacefully at his home on 97 Grove St., Sydney. Mick was employed at Sydney Steel for over 30 years as a welder. He was a passionate member of the Local 1064 Steelworkers Union where he served for many years. As a youth he was an avid sportsman and a valuable player on the Sydney Millionaires Hockey Club. Born March 5, 1931, in Sydney, C.B., a son of Peter and Mary (O'Connor) Drohan. Besides his wife Pat (Young), he is survived by three sons, Michael (Colleen Kelley), Gary (Jan Leonard) and Robert; and daughter, Michelle (Scott Allison), all of Halifax; one sister, Bonnie (Gordon MacDonald); and brother, Johnnie (Marie), both of Sydney; seven grandchildren, Peter, Luke, Isabelle and Molly Drohan, Sam, Ben and Grace Allison. He was predeceased by sisters, Betty (Royal), Annette (Parrish), Delores (MacDonald), Irene (Lewis), Mona (Kanchuk), brothers, Charlie (Bride), Tommy (Elizabeth), Raymond (Margie) and two brothers who died in infancy. Visitation will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, on Wednesday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sydney. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, Thursday, Jan. 8 at 10 a.m. Donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine 'Booie' Lewis 93, Ogdensburg, N.Y. - Funeral services for Catherine 'Booie' Lewis, 418 Paterson St., Ogdensburg, N.Y., will be held at St. Mary's Cathedral in Ogdensburg on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Terry LaValley officiating. Miss Lewis passed away Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, at the home of Tom and Donnie Luckie. Arrangements are with Frary Funeral Home. Miss Lewis is survived by several nieces and nephews, Colleen and Bob MacDonald, Halifax, N.S., Michael and Darlene Lewis, Halifax, Gary and Peggy Lewis, Bridgewater, Jamie Ross and Joyce Lewis, both of Moncton, N.B., Laurence Fraser, Elmer Fraser, Evelyn Jennings and Barbara Huntington, all of Edwardsville, Steve Fraser, East Bay, Joe Fraser, Dominion, and Marjorie Dow, Halifax; and several grand and great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three sisters, Evelyn and Eleanor Lewis and Loretta Fraser, three brothers, Austin, Simon and James Lewis and two nephews, Melvin Fraser and Russell Fraser. Miss Lewis was born on Aug. 10, 1915, in Edwardsville, Cape Breton, the daughter of William and Mary Joseph McGillivray Lewis. She moved to New York City to be with her sister, Eleanor. She was trained as an LPN and worked well into her 70s for many prominent families in New York City. In 1995, Miss Lewis moved to Ogdensburg and resided with Tom and Donna Luckie. She enjoyed children, cats, horseracing, politics and baseball. She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Cathedral in Ogdensburg and very strong in her faith. Online condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dolena 'Dollie' MacLennan 95, Boulardarie - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dolena 'Dollie' Catherine (MacKenzie) MacLennan at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Monday, Jan. 5, 2009. Born in New Harris on Dec. 17, 1913, Dollie was the daughter of the late Catherine (Gunn) and Kenneth Angus MacKenzie. She resided in Boulardarie for 51 years. Dollie always enjoyed visitors in her home, where you were always served a good cup of tea and some of her beautiful baking. Dollie is survived by her 'special' niece, Elma and husband Jerry Maugher; grandniece, Bonnie and grandnephew, Paul, who with their love and watchful eye, allowed her to remain in her own home. Also surviving are sister, Sadie Hoover, Ottawa; niece, Lynne and nephew, David; brother, Kenneth (Marjorie) MacKenzie, Baddeck, N.S.; and nieces, Margo and Sylvia; sister-in-law, Margaret MacLennan, Florence; and nieces, Betty, Linda and Kathy. Besides her parents, Dollie was predeceased by her husband, James F., brothers, Johnnie, Harry, Wilfred and nephew, David. Visitation for the late Dollie MacLennan will be held Wednesday, Jan. 7 at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held Thursday, Jan. 8 at 2 p.m. at St. John's United Church, Big Bras d'Or, with Rev. Sean Hancock officiating. Interment in St. James Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only, memorial gifts could be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to fillmoreandwhitman@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Robert Drake Toronto - Robert Drake of Toronto, formerly of Sydney, N.S., passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Bertha in 2007. Survived by his two sons, Ralph and Donnie, Toronto, and their families; and his sister, Gwen (Nelson) MacLeod, Baddeck. Bobby was a faithful volunteer in his community through The Beaches Lions Club for 20 years, receiving numerous awards for his dedication, including the Melvin Jones Award and International Volunteer of the Year Award in 2001, presented by the United Nations General Assembly. Funeral services are Wednesday, Jan. 7 at the Sherrin Funeral Home , 873 Kingston Rd., Toronto, Ont. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Stanley Francis Scott 61, Hamilton, Ont. - Stanley Francis Scott, formerly of North Sydney, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009. Survived by his wife, Linda and sons, Jason and Gordie, Hamilton; brothers, Arthur, Edward, both of Hamilton, and Anthony, Calgary. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Blair A. Henry Agassiz, B.C./New Waterford - A celebration of Blair's life will be held Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at 4 p.m. in the parish of St. Leonard/St. Michael's, Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Chilliwack Progress Chilliwack, BC Saturday, 27 Dec 2008 HENRY, Blair Alexander - Blair Alexander Henry, born July 15th 1963 in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully on December 27th 2008 with his wife by his side. Blair is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Kelly, 2 sons Keith and Jordan, mother Rose, brothers Joe, Angus, Lester and Shawn, sisters Francis (Allie), Rose (Fred), father and mother-in-law (Stan and Jean Striker), brother and sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. Blair was predeceased by his father Raymond Ignatious Henry. Blair proudly served his country in the Armed Forces for 12 years before changing careers and coming back to Agassiz with his family. Blair worked for the Coast Mountain Bus Lines in Vancouver. He also was a tour bus driver with Quick. This was one of the many jobs he loved to do, as you all know Blair enjoyed meeting and socializing with people. In April 2000, Blair became a Correctional Officer working at both Kent and Mountain Institutions. He proudly called his fellow co-workers his brothers and sisters. Blair was a true family man. He could usually be seen at the hockey rink or at Cadets with his boys. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, January 6th 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from the Agassiz Agricultural Hall - 6800 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences can be left at www.mem.com ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

I do not know if anyone was in contact with Ron Martell who started the web site The Martell Family Project, he passed away in October. He was a kind, helpful person. His Martell family is from the Main a Dieu area of Cape Breton. Julie Cote Obituaries (10/31/08)Martell: Ronald Gordon Passed away peacefully at the Cowichan District Hospital with his family by his side on Wednesday, October 29, 2008. Born in Vancouver BC on November 16, 1942. Predeceased by his father Gordon Martell, step father Wilfred Martell, mother and father in law Patrick and Bridget Hogan; and brother in law Ken Wright. Lovingly remembered by his family; wife of 33 years Eileen; children; Jana (Kevin), Michael (Christine), Shiela; his mother Dorothy; grandchildren; Kyla, Rachael, Sean; sister Linda (Pat) brother Wayne (Kathy) as well as numerous nieces, nephews and many close friends. Prayers will be offered at St. Edwards Roman Catholic Church, 2085 Maple Bay Road, Duncan BC on Monday November 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Followed by a Mass for Christian Burial on Tuesday November 4, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Followed by a reception in the Church Hall. Interment to take place in Mountain View Cemetery on Somenos Road, Duncan BC. Flowers gratefully declined. If so desired, memorial remembrances may be made in the form of a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be offered at hwwallacecbc.com. 149321 Vancouver Island

Cape Breton Deaths January 05, 2009 Monday George Arthur (Mossy) Morrison Sydney Mines Dec. 23, 1921 - Jan. 3, 2009 - With broken hearts and sadness, we the family of George Arthur Morrison, 15 Jacob St., announce his passing on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, in the Veteran's Wing of Harbour View Hospital, where he had resided for only a short time. Born in Sydney Mines, Art was the son of the late William and Cecilia Morrison. Daddy was a veteran of the Second World War. He started his service with the Royal Canadian Artillery, and finished with the Winnipeg Royal Rifles. He worked at Princess Colliery and then at the Victoria Junction Preparation Plant until his retirement. Daddy loved to go to card games, reading, doing crossword puzzles, and most of all his Sunday afternoon drives. In early years, Daddy played ball with the Sydney Mines Ramblers, and loved to bowl and go ice fishing. Art is survived by his daughter, Marie (Ronnie) Jessome, Florence; and his son, Raymond (Lois) Morrison, Sydney; grandchildren, Rhonna, Paula (Brian), Raylene and Timmy (Joanna) Jessome; four great-grandchildren, Joshua, Baylee, Faaron Jessome and Samuel Kahn. He is also survived by a sister, Shirley Elgie, Ontario; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Art was predeceased by his wife, Anne Rita Morrison, and sisters, Joan Archer and Dorothy Morrison. Daddy was a very kind and gentle man who touched the lives of many who knew him. He will be missed greatly. We would like to thank the nursing staff of 2 West, 5 East, and the renal dialysis unit at the Northside General Hospital, Dr. Andrew Wawer, and the staff at Harbour View Hospital for the excellent care they provided. Visitation for Arthur Morrison will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Monday, Jan. 5,2009), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of his life will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Donations in Art's memory may be made to the Northside Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Paul Henry MacChesney 40, Sydney - Paul Henry MacChesney, Sydney, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, surrounded by his loving family and friends at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Paul was the son of Cora Sheppard and the late Clarence MacChesney. Paul is survived by his wife, Jacqueline (Walters) MacChesney; one daughter, Shannon (Derek) Greenwell, Ottawa, Ont.; three sons, Jay Roach, Fort Nelson, B.C., Matthew (Jennifer) Roach, Slave Lake, Alta., and his pride and joy, Hayes, at home; six grandchildren, Morgan and Brooklyn Greenwell, Coxheath, N.S., Jessica Durie, Campbell River, B.C., Kyjah Roach, Victoriaville, Que., Aiden and Tristan Roach, Slave Lake, Alta. Paul is also survived by four sisters, Evelyn (Charlie) Livingstone, East Bay, Jeanette Collins, Ontario, Karen (Richard) Lewis, Coxheath, Sr. Mary Michael (Donna), Pennsylvania; three brothers, Michael (Marie) MacChesney, Stephen (Maureen) MacChesney, Whitby, Ont., and Gregory (Nancy) MacChesney, Vancouver, B.C. He is also survived by extended family, Kim (Sandy) Walters, Edmonton, Alta., Darrell (Anna) Walters, Sydney, Corrine (Gerard MacNeil) Cusack, Sydney, Blair (Carrie) Walters, East Bay; his father-in-law, Jackie Walters; mother-in-law, Veronica Walters; many nieces and nephews, especially his loving niece, Brandee Lynn Cusack, Sydney. Paul was a godfather to Morgan Greenwell and MacKenzie Wadden. He is also survived by lifelong friends, Mike Reel, Georgie Wadden and Brad Billett. Paul will be deeply missed by special family friend Clare Wadden and her children. Paul was predeceased by his brothers, Owen Sheppard in infancy and Shaun Sheppard, sister, Linda Bates and grandmother, Annie Bradbury. Paul was renowned for his huge personality and sense of humour. He was also an amazing cook and skilled carpenter. Paul loved to fish, travel and spend time at the beach. He coached his son's minor hockey team for several years. More than anything in his life, Paul loved to spend time with his family and friends with lots of food and laughs. Paul was loved by the Alzheimer's patients when he worked at MacGillivary Guest Home where he once was a PCW. He travelled to Alberta where he worked in the oil and gas industry. Paul has employed as the Atlantic Foreman for Summit Construction for the last number of years. At the time of his death he was working construction with his great friend, Brad. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, from 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2009, at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier, with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the IWK Children's Hospital. 'Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, Son, Godfather and Friend - may you find in heaven the peace that eluded you in life. A man was never so loved by his family and friends.' Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Michael MacIsaac 'Mickey' 89, Sydney - We the family of Michael 'Mickey' MacIsaac , 89, sadly announce the sudden death of our wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Until his short illness he was in good health and thankfully in his own home. Born in Whitney Pier, where he resided all his life, he was the son of the late Rod and Bessie (Cameron) MacIsaac. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He served in the Canadian Army from 1940 to 1945 and was an employee of the Dosco and later the Sysco Steel Plant blast furnace department for 42 years. Mickey was a member of Holy Redeemer parish. Mickey is survived by daughter, Maureen (Bill) MacEachern and their children, Michael, Graham and Ellen, all of Dartmouth; son, Vernon (Donna) and their children, Colleen (Steve) MacDougall, Colin and Madonna; and son Ross (Cathy) and their children, Rosanne and Stephen; son, Michael (Rita) and their children, Maureen (Brad) MacNeil and Renee (Allan) MacIsaac-MacDonald, all of Sydney. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Austin MacIsaac, Isaac MacDougall and Ethan MacDonald. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Tena (Small) MacIsaac, son, George and George's twin, Gregory (who died in infancy). He was also predeceased by sisters, Elizabeth (Jack) Thompson, Sarah, Florence and Cecilia MacIsaac and brothers, Angus, Danny (Frances), Alex and Duncan. Visitation for the late Michael 'Mickey' MacIsaac will take place 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney. Funeral mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. in Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Holy Redeemer Building Fund. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Charles Vincent Wadden 75, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of our father and grandfather on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born on Scaterie Island, C.B., Dec. 26, 1933, Charles was the son of the late Charles and Theresa (Trimm) Wadden. Charles was a member of St. Leo's Church, Glace Bay. He was employed by the Cape Breton Development Corporation as a miner and worked in No. 20, No. 26 and Phalen colleries until his retirement. Charles also worked as a lobster and swordfish fisherman, which was more pleasure than work, as he dearly loved his time spent on the ocean in his boat. Known for his work ethic and family values he was always doing something for one of us. He is survived by two sons, Gary (Gina), Glace Bay, Greg, Kitchener, Ont.; and by one daughter, Joanie, Kitchener, Ont. Charles is also survived by his companion, Theresa Burns; four grandchildren, Sonya (Ed), Courtney, John Charles, Cory; as well as many nieces and nephews. Left to mourn Charles passing are two brothers, Allister and Lloyd, Glace Bay and two sisters, Mary and Yvonne in Main-a-Dieu. Charles was predeceased by his loving wife, Ursula Davis, six brothers, Mike, Cletus, Sylvester, Gerald, Stanley, James and three sisters, Margaret, Beatrice and Theresa. Visitation for Charles will be held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009, from 4-8 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. Leo's Church, Glace Bay. Following the mass all are invited to join the family for a reception in the parish hall. Interment will take place at a later date in the parish cemetery. As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, donations in Charles memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Diane Agnes Aucoin July 27, 1947-Jan. 2, 2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the family of Diane Aucoin announce that she passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the QE II in Halifax, surrounded by her loving family, after a valiant battle with heart and lung disease. Born in Reserve Mines, Diane was a daughter of the late Frank and Alice (McNeil) Currie. Besides her parents, Diane was predeceased by her father-in-law, Charlie Aucoin. She will be sadly missed by her husband of 37 years, Brian; and two sons, Brad (Susanne) and Kyle (Laurie); and her two cherished grandsons, Callum and Benjamin; as well as her mother-in law, Christine; by her loving sister, Marilyn (Joe) McMullin; and many nieces and nephews. Diane worked as a CNA at St. Joseph's Community Hospital, mostly in the obstetrics department - a job she dearly loved. She also worked for several years at the Seaview Manor nursing home. Diane loved nursing and brought her gifts of caring and compassion to her job. Diane cared for people and believed that everyone had the right to be treated with love and dignity. During her prolonged sickness she was fortunate to be treated with the same care, dedication and dignity by the many doctors and nurses that attended her. Diane loved reading, taking care of her family, and children, her own as well as others. She especially cherished her time with her grandchildren. She was an active member of St. Anne's parish, Glace Bay. Visitation for the late Diane Aucoin will take place at Curry's Funeral Home on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines, Fr. Reg Currie presiding. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Donations in Diane's memory are suggested to the Heart and Stroke Foundation E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret (Andrews) Noseworthy Harbour Grace, N.L./Sydney - Margaret passed away peacefully on Jan. 2, 2009, in Sydney. Beloved aunt of Jane (Andrews) (Joey) George; special nephew, David (Faye) Andrews, Harbour Grace; great-aunt to Kate George, Calgary, Peter George, Harbour Grace. Also leaving to mourn, her sister, Edith Splane, Calgary; and extended Andrews family in St. John's and Calgary; as well as her special grandson, Terry Noseworthy. Besides her parents, George and Louise Andrews, Margie was predeceased by her husband, Theodore Noseworthy (July 2008), brothers, Ralph Andrews, Lloyd Andrews, RN, Stephen Andrews, WNSR, and sister, Dorothy (Andrews) Pearce; also special sister-in-law, Doris (Babb) Andrews. Margie will be remembered for her love of sports, especially tennis which she nutured in Harbour Grace. As a testament to her commitment to the sport she was inducted in the Newfoundland Tennis Hall of Fame in 1990 as a player. The family wish to extend their gratitude to Barbie and Maurice Tobin and Bob and Lin Ryan of Sydney for their many kindnesses to Margie. Visitation will take place at Noel's Funeral Home, Harbour Grace, Jan. 8, 2009, from 2-5 p.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2009, at St. Paul's Church, Harbour Grace. Family interment at St. Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul's Restoration Fund, St. Paul's Church, Cochrane Street, Harbour Grace, N.L., A0A 2M0. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sarah 'Sally' Eleanor MacDonald (nee McMullin) 69, Glace Bay - Sarah 'Sally' MacDonald of 3 MacDonald Lane, Glace Bay, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Hilda (Ogley) Hall and birth father, Bert McMullin. At one time she was an avid bowler, card player and she loved to make crafts. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was a member of St. John's parish, Glace Bay. She is survived by three daughters, Brenda MacDougall, Toronto, Ont., Kim McAuley, Shelburne, Ont., and Paulette Donovan (Bruce), Glace Bay; two sons, Glenn MacDonald, Burlington, Ont., and Keith MacDonald (Joanne), Dartmouth, N.S.; three sisters, Beverly Arnott, Mississauga, Ont., Karen Nolan, Glace Bay, and Sandra MacKenzie (Tom), Glace Bay; two brothers, Earl Hall, Ontario, and Ralph Hall, Glace Bay; nine grandchildren, Timmy MacDonald, Danielle MacDonald, Kyle Donovan, Daniel MacDougall, Jenna Donovan, Dylan MacDonald, Brandon MacDonald, Eric MacDonald and Sarah MacDonald. She will be sadly missed by special friend, Joe Nicholson. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a special aunt, Jenny MacDougall. Visitation for Sarah will be held in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Church with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment at a later date in the parish cemetery. Donations in memory of Sarah may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmcurry@ns.symaptico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shirley Kerr 82, Baddeck It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of our loved mother and wife. She died peacefully at St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish, Dec. 31, 2008, with the family by her side. Born June 11, 1926, in Baddeck, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bessie (MacAskill) Dunlop. Shirley was a member of the Greenwood United Church, Baddeck, and the Alexander Graham Bell Club. She enjoyed golf, cards, downhill skiing and she and Peter spent most of the winter months in Florida. She is survived by her husband, Peter; son, John (Joanne), Antigonish; daughters, Debbie (Glen) Irving, Morah Kerr (Tom Hollis), both of Truro; grandchildren, Jacob, William, Isaac Kerr, Kelly Sanderson, Ottawa, Karen Irving, Truro; great-grandchildren, Alex, Julia, Clare Sanderson, Ottawa; and her sister, Geraldine Jackson, Halifax. Predeceased by brothers, C.D. 'Buddy' Dunlop. The body is resting at MacAskill Funeral Home with visiting hours Sunday, Jan. 4 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Greenwood United Church, Monday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m., Rev. Karen Lynch officiating. Burial in St. Andrews Cemetery, Baddeck Forks. Donations may be made to Greenwood United Church or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jean Vatcher 72, Sydney - Jean Vatcher, 72, of Sydney passed away Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Annie Winnifred (Kingsbury) Dawe. She was a member of St. Alban's Church, Whitney Pier. Jean's sister, Shirley gave her the gift of life 10 years ago, by donating a kidney to her. Jean is survived by her husband, Louis; daughters, Donna Brown, Margaret Vatcher (Mike), both of Sydney, Karen (John) Bell, Eureka, N.S.; sons, Kenneth (Pamela), Reserve Mines, David (Sabrina), Sydney; sister, Shirley (Ed) Connelly, Halifax; brother, Raymond (Valerie) Dawe, Sydney; eight grandchildren, Mary Ann, Barry, James, Christopher, Bonnie-Jean, John Otto, Mitchell, Ashley; two great-grandchildren, Jessica and Abagail. She was predeceased by her twin sister, Irene in infancy and a brother, William. Visitation will be held Monday, Jan. 5, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney memorial Chapel. Funeral service will take place Tuesday, 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Brenda Drake officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Annie Jane MacDonald - God saw her getting tired and her cure was not to be, So He put his arms around her and whispered "come to me" We the family of Annie Jane MacDonald, with great sadness, wish to announce her passing on Jan. 3, 2009, at the age of 83 in Victoria County Memorial Hospital. At the time of her passing she was a resident of Alderwood Rest Home. Annie Jane was born in Glace Bay, N.S., to the late William and Mary (Warburton) MacLeod on Jan. 22, 1925. Annie Jane was the chosen child of the late John and Catherine Macneil, Christmas Island. Annie Jane married the love of her life, the late Kenneth J. MacDonald on Feb. 5, 1955, in Sydney. As a former resident of Sydney, Annie was employed in various positions including the Aspy Ferry supply boat that ran between Sydney and Dingwall in the early 1950s. Annie enjoyed gatherings of family, friends, good food and music. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, North River. Annie Jane is survived by son, Fred (Pearl), Newfoundland and his sons, David (Carla) and Dale; daughters, Dorothy (Lorne Keigan), Baddeck and their children, Jillian 'Coinneach' Ken and Kelsey, and Laura (Rick Shaw), Riverview, N.B. and their children, Jenna and Kaleigh. Also survived by one great-grandson, Nicholas. Annie Jane's family included step children, Harry, Kenneth, Gillis, Malcolm, Rachel Bennett, Phyllis Arsenault, the late Maisie Gillis, Wilma Ritchey and Anna Buchanan. Annie Jane was predeceased by biological brothers, Gorden and Edward 'Ted' MacLeod, and by her adopted siblings, Malcolm J. MacNeil, Sadie MacLean, Rachel MacNeil, Donald MacNeil, Margaret MacNeil and Mary MacNeil. The body is resting at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, North River, Tuesday, Jan. 6 from 2-8 p.m. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m. in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church with Rev. Shirley Murdock officiating. Burial in Riverside Cemetery, North River. Donations to the Alzhiemer Society of Nova Scotia or a charity of one's choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Michael Quinn - Mr. Michael D. Quinn, 73, of Rockford, Mich., passed away Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. To meet his military obligation in Canada as a Canadian citizen, Michael fulfilled his military obligation by serving in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife, the former Delores M. McClellan whom he married April 25, 1964; children, Margaret Mary and Larry Collins, Daniel and Janis Quinn, John Quinn, Kathleen Quinn; grandchildren, Naomi Colby, Joseph Quinn, Kirsten Felty, Nicole Felty, Kirstin Ruud, Erika Ruud; great-grandchildren, Holly and Abigail; brothers and sisters, Mary Elizabeth and Stephen Horyl, Cape Breton, Mrs. Diane Ward, Sarnia, Ont., Dr. Bryan Quinn, Sydney; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Mrs. Isabel Quinn, Linda McClellan, Christine Potes and Timothy McClellan (Merri Richardson); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Isabel Quinn, a brother, James, and a grandson, Jonathan Collins. The Mass of Christian Burial for Michael will be offered Monday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church, Rockford, with The Rev. Tony Russo presiding. Interment in Assumption BVM Cemetery. The rosary was prayed Sunday at 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Consolata Missionary Sisters, 6801 Belmont, NE, Belmont, Mich., 49306. Relatives and friends met with family from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Pederson Funeral Home 127 N. Monroe St., Rockford, Mich., 49341 and prior to the Mass at the church today. The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford, Mich., www.pedersonfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne W. MacVicar 81, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Anne MacVicar, of 9 McKenzie St., Glace Bay on Dec. 31, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in MacKay's Corner, Glace Bay, Anne was the daughter of the late John Thomas and Katherine Anne (Buchanan) Weatherby. Anne is survived by her sons, Gary (Janet), Marion Bridge, and Keith (Patrice), Upper Grand Mira; and her daughters, Sharon (Allan) and Ruth (Darrell), Glace Bay. A true source of pride and joy for 'Nanny' were her three grandsons, Matt and Garett MacVicar and Logan Cooke. Also surviving are sisters, Jessie MacDonald, Shirley (Aubrey MacKenzie), Glace Bay, Mildred (Alphonse) McNeil, Mary (Gerald) Munroe, California; sister-in-law, Audy Weatherby, Glace Bay. Anne is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Anne was predeceased by her parents, her husband, James, on Aug. 27, 2008, sister, Ruth MacIntyre, California, brother, D.J. Weatherby, and brother-in-law, Omar MacDonald, Glace Bay. In honoring Anne's request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay, 849-7520. Donations in Anne's memory may be made to Knox United Church, Glace Bay or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be e-mailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Leo R. Campbell - Leo Campbell, 84, born in Sydney, N.S. passed away peacefully at the Aberdeen Hospital on Jan. 2, 2009. The son of William B. and Delphine (Michelle) Campbell. Leo was a member of St. Theresa's parish while living in Cape Breton. He resided in New Glasgow with his sister Rita Young for a number of years. He trained and raced standardbred horses for many years in both the United States and Canada. He is survived by his brother, Lawrence from Antigonish; and sister, Rita Young from New Glasgow. Predeceased by brothers, William A., George E., Frank and James, sisters, Sadie and Tillie. Visitation Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral Mass at St. Theresa's Church, 10 a.m. Tuesday. Donations can be made to the Parkinson's foundation or a charity of your choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Freeman Piercey Ontario - Surrounded by his loving family, peacefully at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008, in his 82nd year. Loving father of Wally (Linda) of St. Thomas, Jane Piercey of London, Terry (Janice) of North Sydney, N.S., Linda Carter (Clayton) of New Campbellton, N.S., Eileen Piercey of Aberta, Elaine DeMarco of Hamilton and Tanya Day (Steve) of Courtland. Lovingly remembered by his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family. At Freeman's request, there will be no public visitation or funeral service. A private family committal will be held in Nova Scotia at a later date. The Jason Smith Funeral Chapel, 689 Norfolk St., North Simcoe entrusted with arrangements. Memorial donations payable to the Lung Association or a charity of one's choice would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com, 519-426-0199. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org