Can anyone tell me how I would find out information on and the names of 3 ships that went down when my grandfather was captain of these ships My grandfathers name was Thomas Benjamin Edmunds. Mom remembers 3 ships that went down under his care and one man that lost his life when he jumped ship in Montreal I am just wondering if their are any sites out there where I could find that information. Thank you, Carolyn

The following obituary appeared in the Dec 27, 2008 edition of the Calgary Herald. Hope it helps someone. MacISAAC - Daniel Allen October 22, 1926 - December 24, 2008 Daniel Allen MacIsaac of Calgary, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at the age of 82 years. Dan was born on October 1926 at Broad Cove Banks, Inverness, Nova Scotia. Dan enjoyed a long working career in construction management, in mining and infrastructure. This enabled him to live in many communities throughout Canada and abroad. Dan was very devoted to the teachings of the Spirit of the Catholic Church and God. Dan served the church as a lay minister and was a prolific writer of family stories and teachings of the spirit. His great passion was his family; Dan loved to be in the company of his children, grandchildren and great-granddaughter. He was very proud of all their accomplishments. Daniel is survived by his children and their spouses, Joy and Diego Romero and their family, Tomas (Nerissa), Judith and Rachel, Dan and Kathy MacIsaac and their family, Nicole, Lauren and Aeryn, Beth and Marc Guilmette and their family, Emily and Mathieu; one great-granddaughter, Isabel Marie; sisters, Florence MacDonald and Mary MacLean, brother, Angie D. MacIsaac,; as well as numerous nieces and nephews; He was predeceased by his wife, Judy, his parents and twelve brothers and sisters. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Luke's Catholic Church (Corner of Northmount Drive and Northland Drive N.W.) on Monday, December 29, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Graveside Service to follow at a later date in Inverness, Nova Scotia. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Mustard Seed Street Ministry, 102-11 Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2G 0X5 (Telephone 403-269-1319), www.theseed.ca). In living memory of Daniel MacIsaac, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 Crowfoot Circle N.W. Telephone 403-241-0044.

Cape Breton Deaths December 27, 2008 Saturday Howard W. MacLeod 1950 - 2008 Glace Bay - We the family of Howard W. MacLeod age 58 of Glace Bay deeply regret to announce his sudden passing on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008. Born in Glace Bay he was the son of Pauline (Jewer) and the late John A. MacLeod. Howard was employed with Devco from 1977 to 1995. He loved to fish and go to the country. Recently he was thrilled to be a relief driver with Sameday/Right-O-Way. He leaves to mourn his mother Pauline MacLeod, wife of 35 years, Barb (McDougall) and sons, Scott (Muriel) and Nathan (Nicole). His pride and joy grandchildren, Logan and Paige MacLeod and Noah MacLeod. Also surviving are brothers, John, Bernie, Troy - all of Glace Bay, Darrell, Calgary; sisters, Barbara Jean, Moncton, Florence, Debbie, Brenda and Cheri- all of Glace Bay; mother-in-law, Gloria McDougall. Visitation for Howard MacLeod will be held Monday from 4-8 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Warden United Church, Glace Bay with Rev. Clayton Austin officiating. Cremation will follow. Interment will be at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Online condolences to the MacLeod family are available thorough www.vjmcgillivray.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bernard 'Bernie' Wesley Timmons Port Morien, NS December 18, 1963 - December 25, 2008 - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Bernard "Bernie" W. Timmons at home on Christmas Day surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle with cancer. Bernie was born in Sydney on December 18, 1963 to Mary (Robinson) and the late James Timmons. Prior to Bernie's illness, he was employed as a Firefighter with the Cape Breton Regional Fire Services, a career in which he wore the uniform proudly. He had been previously employed with H. Hopkins, Ltd., Cape Breton Victoria Regional School Board and Transit Cape Breton. Bernie enjoyed a great sense of camaraderie with all his co-workers and fellow Brothers. He was a member and past Chief of the Port Morien Volunteer Fire Department, Thistle Masonic Lodge No. 36 AF & AM and IAFF No. 2779. Bernie had a tremendous work ethic and was selflessly devoted to his family and friends. He enjoyed the outdoors, particularly fishing with his children and keeping his yard pristine. He looked forward to his Saturday morning hockey games and pool parties with his family and friends. Bernie lived each day to the fullest and found perfection in what others might see as an average day. Bernie is survived by his mother Mary, his beloved wife ,Joanne (Blades), loving daughter Sarah and loving sons Jamie and Nicholas, all at home. He is also survived by sisters Belinda (John Robert) Clements, Port Morien, Annie (Kerry) MacLeod, Donkin and brother Eric (Martha) Timmons, Main-a-Dieu. Also left to mourn are Katherine Timmons (mother to Sarah and Jamie), nephews Jimmy (Tanya), Conor, Brett and Liam; nieces Lauren and Lindsay. Bernie was the cherished son-in-law of Paul & Catherine Blades, Donkin and cherished brother-in-law to Paula and Jennifer. Bernie held a very special place in the heart of Joanne's grandmother, Margie MacDonald, who was Bernie's tea and kitchen partner. Bernie was blessed with a lifelong and faithful friendship with Billy Jones. Bernie will be missed by his loyal and faithful four-legged friend, Buffy, who remained at Bernie's side to the very end. Visitation for Bernie will be held Saturday 7-9 p.m., Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The Masons will have a prayer service 6:45 p.m. on Sunday. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. on Monday at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Port Morien with the Reverend Fr. Paul Findlay officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. A reception will follow at the Port Morien Legion.Donations in Bernie's memory may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care, Expansion of Cape Breton Cancer Center or VON. Online condolences to the Timmons family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca "The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning." - Morrie Schwartz ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Helen (Moss) Cormier 68, Sydney - With great sadness the family announces the passing of Helen Cormier, age 68. Helen was a kind and loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, to all who knew her. Helen passed away at home very peacefully surrounded by her loving children, on Thursday, December 25, 2008, after a brief battle with cancer. Helen was born in Sydney and was the daughter of the late Patrick and Bernadette (LeBlanc) Moss. She a member of Holy Redeemer Parish and a retired employee of the housekeeping department of the C.B.Regional Hospital and former St. Rita Hospital. Helen was a former member of Holy Redeemer darts and Radar Base Bowling and curling. She loved to dance, play cards, have family gatherings and sing-a-longs with her children, grandchildren and siblings. Helen is survived by one daughter Bernadette (Bill) and three sons, Leo (Michelle), Gordie (Raylene), Dennis (Natalie); grandchildren Julia and Alissa Cormier, Rene and Danielle Cormier and Caleb Cormier; step grandchildren Felicia (Jeff), Kevin and Megan. She is also survived by brothers Gordie (Enis) Moss, Allan (Patsy) Moss and Kevin Moss, all of Sydney; sisters Mary Moss, Oshawa, Ont., Clara Pike (Ron), Patricia Murphy (Tom) and sister-in-law Regina Moss-Murphy (Kevin), all of Cape Breton area, along with several nieces and nephews, who all loved their aunt Helen dearly. Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased by her husband Harold Cormier (1993) and two brothers Ernie (at age 39 in 1993) and Leo (in infancy). Visitation will be held, Monday Dec. 29, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 11 am in Holy Redeemer church with Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Harold "Billy" Munro December 4, 1941 - December 25, 2008 67, Mill Creek - It is with the heaviest of hearts that we, the wife and children of Billy Munro, announce his peaceful passing at home on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Florence, Billy was the son of the late James and Julia (Stubbert) Munro. He was a member of St. Joseph Parish, Bras d'Or. Billy had made many friends along the way, through his years in mining, working on the lake boats, playing hockey and darts, coaching and umpiring baseball, ice fishing, and hunting. He had a wonderful sense of humor, and truly loved to entertain. He loved a good party and could be found at many, singing, with his guitar in hand, surrounded by family and friends far and wide. Billy is survived by his wife Yvonne (Campbell), and his three children, Jimmy (Brenda), Wayne (Tracy), and Tracey (Jody). He was so proud of his seven grandchildren; Chris, Josh, Jessica, Jeffery, William, Jordi, and Sophie. They brought the greatest joy to his life. Billy is also survived by two sisters, Irene (Gordon) Crews, Ontario, and Emma (Peter) MacLean, Bras d'Or, and two brothers-in-law Paul LeBlanc, Ontario, and Richard Ratchford, Westmount. He was also loved and will be dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends. Besides his parents, Billy was predeceased by three brothers, Danny, Wesley, and Lorne (Kay) Munro, and three sisters, June (Ralph) Davidson, Betty Ratchford, and Colleen LeBlanc. Visitation for Billy Munro will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St. Sydney Mines, on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass celebrating his life will take place on Monday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Peter MacLeod officiating. Family flowers only please. Donations in Billy's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca A man of incredible strength, who loved his family and friends with all of his heart. You will be truly missed, and never forgotten. You fought a good fight Dad. You are forever our hero. We love you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ralston Vincent Carrigan Edwardsville January 1, 1925 - December 25, 2008 Veritas Vincit Omnia - Truth Conquers All - Ralston Vincent Carrigan was a kind and generous man. He was completely devoted to his family and his friends and had unwavering faith. Ralston has left a legacy of love and compassion to all who knew him. We celebrate this legacy, after his passing at the age of 83 years. A New Years baby, Ralston was the son of the late Dougall and Catherine (Gillis) Carrigan of Westville, Nova Scotia. During his Westville years, Ralston made many true friends and it was there that he met and married Joyce Steadman in 1951. An Air Force family, they settled in Cape Breton where they raised seven children. Ralston was predeceased by his beloved Joyce in 1993. He is survived by all his children: Gregory at home, Kevin (Kim / Julie, Raymond), Vincent (Carol Lee / MacKenzie), Catherine Penney (Kevin / Khristopher, Terri-Lynn), Paul (Tracey / Tess, Roy), Phyllis Williams (Phillip / Mallery, Shaun, Liam) and Shauna Hennick (Scott / Suzanne (Great Grandchild Blayre), Andrew). Ralston is also survived by his brother Gillis (wife Carmel, Halifax) and his sister at heart Patricia Coleman. Ralston was committed to life-long learning, having graduated from St. Francis Xavier University in 1961 (B.A.) after serving several years in the Air Force. While attending St. F.X., Ralston was a valiant member of the boxing and debating club. Ralston was employed with the Nova Scotia Government as a Probation Officer and later as a Government of Canada Pension Field Officer. His work extended well past retirement age, a testament to his devotion to helping others. An avid reader, Ralston's thirst for knowledge and love for literature remained until his last days. He spoke Latin and loved to sing Christmas carols in this beautiful language. His faith was unending. A member of Holy Rosary Parish, the Holy Rosary Choir and the Knights of Columbus, Ralston shared all he had with others. He opened his heart and his home to anyone in need. This is his family's greatest remembrance. Visitation for the late Ralston Vincent Carrigan will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Road (entrance on Church Street) on Sunday Dec. 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with Knights of Columbus prayer service at 8 p.m. A celebration of Ralston's life will be held at Holy Rosary Church in Westmount on Monday Dec. 29 at 11 a.m. with Fr. Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Association or to Holy Rosary Parish. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com A Farewell Flow down, cold rivulet, to the sea, Thy tribute wave deliver: No more by thee my steps shall be, For ever and for ever. Flow, softly flow, by lawn and lea, A rivulet then a river: No where by thee my steps shall be, For ever and for ever. But here will sigh thine alder tree, And here thine aspen shiver; And here by thee will hum the bee,_ For ever and for ever. A thousand suns will stream on thee, A thousand moons will quiver; But not by thee my steps shall be, For ever and for ever. _ Alfred, Lord Tennyson ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jeanie O. Lewis 83, North Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jeanie Orr Lewis age 83 a resident of Beacon Crescent, North Sydney on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008 at her home. Born in Shotts Dykehead, Scotland she was a daughter of the late Matthew and Elizabeth Inglis. Jeanie was a member of St. Giles Presbyterian Church, North Sydney . She was an avid bingo player. Jeanie is survived by her sons Harry (Diane) Lewis, Sault St. Marie, Norman (Melody) Lewis, Halifax; daughters Frances (Ken) Jessome, Rainbow Lake, Alta., Elizabeth (Garvey) Brown, England; brothers Matthew and James; sister Margaret, all of Scotland, 11 grandchildren Barbara, Jennifer, Sara, Stacey, Jackie, Andrea, Curtis, Lori, Jamie, Chantelle and Matthew; 14 great grandchildren, also a number of brothers and sisters-in-law of the Lewis Family and several nieces and nephews. Jeanie was predeceased by her husband Norman James Lewis, brothers Andrew and Alex. Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m. Tuesday in the W. J. Dooley Funeral Home 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney . Burial to take place at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney at a later time. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Palliative Care of Cape Breton or a charity of ones choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ James William Huckle (CD) 78 - It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of our husband, father, grampy, brother and brother-in-law at his home on December 24, 2008, after a lengthy illness. Jim was born on July 11, 1930, in Chatham, Ont. He was the son of the late Muriel Alzina (Young) and George Henry Huckle. His early education was in Wallaceburg Ont. At the age of 18, he joined the RCN where he served until 1973 leaving with the rank of chief warrant officer. From there, he worked as a civilian at the National Headquarters in Ottawa. Following this he joined the Canadian Frigate Patrol Program in Saint John, N.B. for nine years retiring fully in 1993. Jim was a very happy, outgoing individual who had a wonderful sharp mind, excellent in math and computers. He loved wood working, remodelling his various homes over the years. He was an avid scuba diver, hunter and skier who started that sport when he was 55. Never afraid of a challenge, he took on the task of raising three teenage stepchildren when he married his second wife, Sue Ann O'Brien, RN in 1985. He also loved travelling for pleasure with trips to Europe, the Caribbean's and Florida. He will forever be missed by his wife, Sue Ann (Conrad) O'Brien-Huckle, RN; his children; daughters, Katherine Fern Higgins (Wayne), Fall River, N.S., Cynthia Ann Mohareb (Justin), Milton, Ont.; son, Grantly James Huckle (Peggy), Eastern Passage; sister, Helen Elford Huckle, Innisfil, Ont.; brother, Douglas Wallace Ont.; stepdaughters, Kelli Sue O'Brien (Kevin), Mt. Forest, Ont., Tonya Marilyn Thorpe (Kevin) Fergus, Ontario; stepson, Thomas Bradly O'Brien (Laura), Burlington, Ont.; grandchildren, Jennifer Thornton, Nancy Higgins; great grandchildren, Amber and Paige; step-grandchildren, Brett, Jesse, Owen, Olivia, Hayley, Taylor, Rachel, all of Ontario; nieces Ann and Karen; nephew, Bill. He was predeased by his former wife, Mildred Dorothy MacDonald 1991; daughter, Carolyn Elizabeth,1960; half brother Palmer and brother-in-law, Charles Elford. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held December 30, 2008 at 2 p.m. in Atlantic Funeral Home Chapel, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, Rev. Patricia Malin officiating. Reception to follow. Family Flowers only. Donations may be made to Children's Wish Foundation or Canadian Heart and Lung Association. Online condolences can be sent to www.atlanticfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William Neil Wallace 69, Baddeck - William Neil Wallace, passed away suddenly on December 24, 2008 at home in Baddeck. He was the son of the late Helen and William Wallace. He was predeceased by two sisters, Helen Weick and Margaret Wallace and a brother James Rae. He is survived by his wife Linda; a daughter, Karen Kearney; two grandchildren, Taylor and Jessica and several nieces and nephews. Billy was an avid sports fan and fisherman. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Cruikshank's Halifax Funeral Home. A private family service will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. To place a message of condolence, you may visit www.mem.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Rebecca MacLeod - Rebecca MacLeod, 89, of Lakeview Manor, Riverview, NB and formerly of People's Park Tower, Moncton, NB, with her loving family at her side, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2008. Born in Moose Jaw, Sask, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Christina (Morrison) MacLennan. Rebecca will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her children, June Oke, Moncton, NB, Victor MacLeod (Carolyn), Jackson's Point, Helen Patterson (Will), Riverview, NB; seven grandchildren, Helen, Frederick, Karen, Alexander, Christine, Donald, and Susan; eight great grandchildren; sisters, Lois, Lorraine, and Vera; brother, David; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, predeceased by her former husband, Alex; step-mother Gladys; sisters, Lila, Mona, and Jean. No visitation by personal request. A celebration of life service and love of Rebecca will be held Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, 1:30 p.m., at Ferguson Knowles Funeral Home Chapel, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton, NB (506-858-1995). Reception following the service. Interment, Big Bras d'Or Cemetery, Cape Breton. In Rebecca's memory, donations to Lakeview Manor, the Mission and Service Fund of the United Church of Canada or memorial of choice would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.fergusonknowlesfh.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Matilda Mary (Mam) Clannon 91, Lower L'Ardoise, Richmond County - Matilda Mary (Mam) Clannon, 91, of Lower L'Ardoise, Richmond County, passed away suddenly on Christmas Day at Holy Guardian Angels Church in L'Ardoise. Born in Lower L'Ardoise, she was the daughter of James R. and Mary Jane (Sampson) Mombourquette. She was a devoted member of Holy Guardian Angels Parish and had a strong belief and faith in St. Anne, having just completed her 27th pilgrimage to the Shrine in July. She will be sadly missed by her family who were the centre of her life; sons, Thomas (Cecelia), Dartmouth, Robert (Bobby), Lower L'Ardoise; daughters, Rose Ann (Tony) Arcand, Ottawa; grandchildren Perry, Byron, Tilda, Rosetta, Gregory, Carolyn, Gerard, Gerald, Christopher, Kevin, Adam and Thomas; great-grandchildren Amanda, Corey, Shanel, William, Andrew, Isaac, Gavin and Fox; many nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her family. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas; sisters, Evangeline Martell, Victoria Mariner, Mary Slate and brothers, Henry, William, Billy, Francis, Isaac and two grandchildren in infancy. Visitation will be at Holy Guardian Angels Parish Funeral Home on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008 from 2-9 p.m. and Monday Dec. 29, 2008 at 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at Holy Guardian Angels Church on Monday, Dec. 29, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. with Father Barrett Clare-Johnson officiating. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made to the L'Ardoise Volunteer Fire Department or Dr. Kingston Memorial Clinic. Arrangements are under the direction of Alex A. Morrison Funeral Home. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Lena May Whalen 90, North Sydney / Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister and aunt, Lena Whalen, formerly of North Sydney, and recently of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney, which occurred Friday, December 26, 2008 at the C.B. Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Minnie (Fougere) Tromans. Prior to living in North Sydney, Lena spent several years in Newfoundland with her husband Ronald. She cherished the time spent there, and always looked forward to return visits whenever possible. Lena was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Church, North Sydney. She is survived by two sisters, Rose Roache of Moncton, Shirley Publicover of Halifax; two brothers, Benjamin Tromans of Boularderie, Ambrose Tromans of Ontario; four step sisters; one step brother and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Ronald; sisters, Marie Tromans and Eva Campbell, and two brothers, George and Alfred. The family wish to express their appreciation to the staff of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, especially the staff of St. Anns Bay for the care shown Lena over the years. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be held Monday 10 a.m. from St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Norma (Carey) Chisholm Springfield, Virginia - Norma (Carey) Chisholm in Springfield, Virginia, passed away on December 23, 2008. Born in Florence, Nova Scotia to Dan and Florence (Williams) Carey, she was a longtime summer resident of New Campbellton. She graduated from High School in Somerville, Massachusetts, the Remington School of Accounting and the Burdette Business School. She served as lead bookkeeper at Dwey-Almy Chemical Corporation before moving to Virginia where she worked for the Director of Biological Research at the Office of Naval Research. Volunteer activities included Travellers Aid at Union Station, Children's Home Society of Virginia and various church functions. She also served as an usher at the Kennedy Center for over 30 years. Hobbies included modern dance, painting, square dancing, card playing (bridge and 45s) and providing firm supervision for her husband Herbert. Her cooking specialities included lasagna, potato salad, fish chowder, oatmeal-raisin cookies, bread pudding, chocolate sheet cake and blueberry grunt (in prodigious quantities). Norma is survived by her husband of 58 years, Herbert; son, Carey of Indiana; son, Todd of Michigan; and daughter, Sarah of Massachusetts. Also by sister, Eleanor of Massachusetts and granddaughters, Kelsey and Tyler of Indiana. Her older sister, Kay preceded her in death. Memorial Service and Interment will be held in New Campbellton in July 2009. Donations may be made to New Campbellton Community Center and Church care of Margaret MacLean, 2333 New Campbellton Road, Cape Dauphin, NS, B1X 1X8. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

I am attempting to obtain information on the following person: John 'Josie' MacLellan d. about 1940-1950 Lived at Sydney Mines (on the Sydney Mines - Florence road) Wife: Effie (MacLean) MacLellan Children: Red Johnny MacLellan (was in the Army for awhile after WWII) Daughter m. MacLean Daughter m. MacDonald Would appreciate any information that may be available. Thank you, George T. Fraser 28 Marina Drive Brighton, ON K0K 1H0 613-475-6470

Cape Breton Deaths December 26, 2008 Friday BOXING DAY Catherine (Honey) MacNeil - Catherine (Honey) MacNeil passed away peacefully at Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, N.S., Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008. Born in Iona, June 10, 1921, to Mary (MacNeil) Ryan. Honey was raised by her grandparents, Christina (MacDougall) MacNeil and Francis X.S. MacNeil. On Jan. 7, 1942, at the age of 20, Honey enlisted in the Canadian Women's Army Corps. She was proud of the fact that she served overseas in the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Holland and Germany. Honey retired as a lance corporal on May 1, 1946. She remained a valued life member of the Royal Canadian Legion Grandona Branch 124, until the time of her death. Honey was a faithful member of St. Columba parish, Iona, where she was church organist for 40 years. For her contribution to the parish, she was recognized with a service award on Aug. 23, 1998. Over the years, she often entertained at community events with her musical talents. She received volunteer of the year award from the municipality of Victoria County in 1996 and from the N.S. Highland Village in 2002. Honey had an avid interest in politics and was a member and active supporter of the Liberal Party all her life. Besides her mother and grandparents, Honey was predeceased by her husband, F.X. MacNeil, stepsister, Tina Campbell and stepbrother, Bobby Ryan. She is survived by her children, Sharon, Iona, F.X. (Gail), Northwest Arm, Sydney, Louise (Joey) Redden, Marguerite (Ray Souchereau), Halifax, Paul (Stacy), Iona, and Pius (Gail), Coxheath. Other surviving members include a brother, Gregory (Phyllis) MacNeil, Delta, B.C.; stepsisters, Gertie Jeferey (Arthur), Sackville, Louise Scopehetes (Nick), Sackville; and stepbrothers, Harold Ryan, Toronto; Jackie Ryan, Halifax, and Francis Ryan, Truro. Honey is also survived by eight grandchildren, Matthew, Stephanie, Joel, Emily, Samera, Dayna, Justin and Jessie, all of whom she loved dearly. Visitation will be held Friday, Dec. 26 from 2-9 p.m. in St. Columba Parish Center. Funeral mass will be held Saturday, Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. in St. Columba Parish Church, Iona, with Fr. Paul Abbass officiating. A reception will follow at the Grandona Legion. Donations in Honey's memory can be made to the St. Columba Parish Building Fund or Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are in the care of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck, N.S. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Irene Lynk 1933-2008 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Irene (Saccary) Lynk. Ma passed away peacefully at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex on Monday, Dec. 22, 2008, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with COPD and cancer. Irene was born in Glace Bay to Alphonse and Winnifred (Byrne) Saccary. Ma was a very special woman who loved being surrounded by her family and friends. She loved a good game of cards, her CB radio, listening to the scanner and food. She was a devoted mother to all her children, especially her son and buddy, Wendell, who she lovingly cared for. Irene is survived by her children, Linda (Flynn) Locke, Lorraine (Jerry) MacGillivary, Clifford 'Linko' (Debbie), Joseph, Ann Denise (Reg) Purcell, Wesley (Mary), Myles 'Cha' (Karen), Darlene, Wendell; and one very special grandson, Wayne, who Irene helped mold into the fine man he is today; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and one great great-grandson; sisters, Annie, Beatrice, Katie and Willena; and brother, Myles. Besides her parents, Irene was predeceased by her husband, Clifford 'Kippy', son, Leo, grandchildren, J.J., Brendon, Bryan, sister, Theresa, brothers, Leo, Jake and dear friend, Carl. Although sad to say goodbye, we are glad that the pain she was suffering is now over and was very fortunate to have spent many hours enjoying her family. Visitation will be held Saturday, Dec. 27 from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 29 at Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport with Fr. Gerald Campbell officiating. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Irene's memory may be made to the Canadian Lung Association, Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences to the Lynk family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Colleen Bunce Sydney/Michigan - It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of our sister Colleen, Dec. 20, 2008, in Southgate, Mich. Colleen was born in Sydney, N.S., Aug. 17, 1929, the daughter of the late Charles and Ann (Walker) Smith. She is survived by sons, Bobby (Sharanne Heaton) Florida, Ronald, Tennessee, Scott (Mary); and daughter, Paula (Don) Witting, Southgate, Mich.; sister, Lynda (Wayne) Hayes; and brother, Donald (Gerry) Smith, Sydney, N.S. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by husband, Robert and brother, Charles (Helen) Smith. Colleen was a member of Allan Park Christian Church. Funeral took place on Dec. 23, 2008, under the direction of Nixon Funeral Home, Wyandotte, Mich. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Dear Listers: The obituaries shown below are not related to me, but thought they might be leaves from some else's tree. If so, my condolences. Elizabeth ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Geraldine M. Abramo MIDDLEBURY, VT. Mrs. Geraldine M. 'Gerry' (Aucoin) Abramo, gifted artist, portrait painter and teacher, of Middlebury, Vt., formerly of Waltham and Marlborough, died peacefully Monday, Dec. 1, 2008, with her daughter at her side. She was 88. Gerry was born Aug.19, 1920, in Waltham, a daughter of the late Simon and Marie (LeBlanc) Aucoin. She was a graduate of Saint Mary's High School in Waltham and a lifelong student of art. In January of 1946, she married the love of her life, Nicholas J. Abramo, at Saint Joseph's Church in Waltham. In 1961, Gerry and Nick moved their family of five children from Waltham to Marlborough. Gerry enthusiastically researched her French/Acadian heritage, tracing her ancestry from France to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. She was an avid reader who also enjoyed ice skating and tennis in her youth. Although she started drawing and painting at age seven, Gerry waited until after she raised her family to pursue her formal studies in art at age 52. With great desire she attended the Worcester Art Museum School in Worcester from 1973 to 1976. She also studied at The Art Student League in New York City and at Boston's Fenway Studios, where she refined her techniques in classical realism. Gerry traveled to Europe where she went on sabbatical to research the old masters at the Louvre Museum in Paris and at the Prado Museum in Madrid. Gerry also loved to teach and taught private and public classes in portraiture and still life at her studio in Marlborough and at Endicott College in Peabody. She received more than 300 commissions for portraits and her works are hung in libraries and homes throughout the United States and Germany. Her greatest gift to those around her was her ability to nurture the potential in other people. She was able to see the beauty in others and support that beauty to its fullest.This gift was always supplied with a dose of humor, wit and irony. Many hours of laughter were shared by family and friends with this very special woman. She was a true and loyal friend, the heart of her family, and will be dearly missed. Her husband, Nick, died in 1968. Gerry leaves her children, Joseph Abramo and his wife, Jane, of Princeville, Hawaii, David Abramo of Worcester, Marsha Abramo of Monkton, Vt., and Nicholas Abramo Jr. and his wife, Lynn, of Mililani, Hawaii; a sister, Corrine Jome of Westerly, R.I.; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was also the mother of the late Cynthia A. Abramo and sister of the late Muriel Mulrain. Calling hours are Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., at The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main St. (Rte. 20), Waltham, followed by a funeral Mass at Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Church, 880 Trapelo Road, Waltham, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham. Memorial donations may be made to the Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115. To offer condolences online, please visit _www.joycefuneralhome.com_ (http://www.joycefuneralhome.com/) . Published in the MetroWest Daily News on 12/4/2008 Joseph R. O'Neil Sr. NATICK Joseph R. ONeil Sr., 72, a longtime resident of Natick, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, at the New England Baptist Hospital in Boston, surrounded by family and friends. He was the beloved husband of Geraldine (Layes) ONeil, with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. Born Oct. 8, 1936, in Glace Bay, NS, Canada, Mr. ONeil immigrated to the United States with his family in 1962, finally settling in Natick. He was employed for many years by J.F. White Construction and was a member of the Boston Labors Union Local #22. In addition to his wife, Mr. ONeil is survived by his loving son, Joseph ONeil and his wife, Kelley, of Framingham, and his loving daughters, Colleen Pedro and her husband, Edward, of Natick, Carol Ann Stehley and her husband, Michael, of Plainville, Heather ONeil of Brooklyn, Ct., and Heidi Lavigne and her husband, Leo, of Brooklyn, Ct. He was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, John ONeil, Larry ONeil and Mary Frances Hiscock, all residing in Canada; his sister-in-law, Lorraine Driver and her husband, Charles, of Waltham; and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral Mass at St. Linus Church, Natick, Wednesday, Dec. 10, at 9 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery, Baltic, Ct., at 1:30 p.m. Visiting hours at the John Everett & Sons Funeral Home (_www.everettfuneral.com_ (http://www.everettfuneral.com/) ), 4 Park St., at Natick Common, areTuesday, Dec. 9, 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Published in the MetroWest Daily News on 12/8/2008 **************One site keeps you connected to all your email: AOL Mail, Gmail, and Yahoo Mail. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dp&icid=aolcom40vanity&ncid=emlcntaolcom00000025)

Hi List: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year to all. Erix

Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas Carol. Thanks for all you do! --- On Wed, 12/24/08, Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> wrote: From: Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> Subject: [NS-CB] Cape Breton Lister Carol MacLEAN Vancouver Sun Article To: NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2008, 6:44 PM This is our Carol who supplies the Cape Breton Obits to our list daily. It also happens to be her birthday, 24 DEC. Carol gave me the grand tour of Vancouver in September and even then I had to book a time with her as she was so busy doing her volunteer work.. I have a couple of photo's that were with the article, e-mail me direct and I will send copies Merry Christmas to all and Happy Birthday Carol Don Vancouver Sun Dec 23, 2008 Volunteers show the spirit of Christmas by helping others By Kelly SinoskiDecember 23, 2008Be the first to post a comment Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Photograph by: Bill Keay/Vancouver Sun VANCOUVER - Carol MacLean has always loved to give more than receive. As a child, she would wrap each sock as a separate gift so her siblings got more presents for Christmas. And whenever she’s given a hot coffee or a snack by passersby while collecting money for the Salvation Army’s kettle campaign, she always gives it to a homeless person nearby. Since Nov. 21, MacLean has been outside the London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia with her decorated Sally Ann kettle and her eight sets of bells nearly every day, calling on the public to spread a little cheer to Metro Vancouver’ s less fortunate. It’s a gig she’s been doing now for the past eight years, through cold, rain, sleet and snow. She even went out in last week’s snowstorm but went home early because the shoppers were all inside. “I love it. I want to be outside and I’m helping other people,” said MacLean, who will celebrate her 58th birthday on Christmas Eve. “I’ve always done things for other people.” Down the road at Pacific Centre, Alex Starogardzki has worked on the Sally Ann campaign off and on for the past 30 years. He has braved rain and sleet and freezing temperatures that left icicles “hanging down from your beard.” He estimates that about half the people who pass stop to donate, but the money does add up. He and MacLean are just a few of the people who help the needy during the Christmas season. Some donate their time to serve the homeless and others less fortunate at the Union Gospel Mission and Salvation Army Christmas dinners throughout the region. Volunteers must book early to help out during the Christmas season. Others have volunteered at the Union Gospel Mission’s women’s drop-in centre to plan Christmas parties or make wreaths for people living in the area’s housing developments. Others donate their time by wrapping gifts at the mall for the YWCA of Greater Vancouver. The Union Gospel Mission is in need of people able to drive five-tonne trucks to do deliveries of Christmas hampers. E-mail volunteers@ugm.ca or call 604-253-3323. The Salvation Army’s soup kitchen is always looking for help serving people in the downtown core during the Christmas holiday season. If interested, call 604-646-6800. “We have been blessed with an abundance of volunteers this year,” said Joanne Anderson, manager of volunteer services for the Union Gospel Mission. “ Christmas is a time when so many people want to come out and help.” ------------------------------- 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

Cape Breton Deaths December 25, 2008 Thursday CHRISTMAS DAY - no paper MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone......... ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Another year has almost come to an end and here we are at Christmas time again...wow! I hope all of you have a wonderful Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year. A special wish goes out to Carol MacLean, your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated by all of us and by the looks of the latest posting ... the Vancouver area certainly appreciates all you do as well. Bernardine

This is our Carol who supplies the Cape Breton Obits to our list daily. It also happens to be her birthday, 24 DEC. Carol gave me the grand tour of Vancouver in September and even then I had to book a time with her as she was so busy doing her volunteer work.. I have a couple of photo's that were with the article, e-mail me direct and I will send copies Merry Christmas to all and Happy Birthday Carol Don Vancouver Sun Dec 23, 2008 Volunteers show the spirit of Christmas by helping others By Kelly SinoskiDecember 23, 2008Be the first to post a comment Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Photograph by: Bill Keay/Vancouver Sun VANCOUVER - Carol MacLean has always loved to give more than receive. As a child, she would wrap each sock as a separate gift so her siblings got more presents for Christmas. And whenever she’s given a hot coffee or a snack by passersby while collecting money for the Salvation Army’s kettle campaign, she always gives it to a homeless person nearby. Since Nov. 21, MacLean has been outside the London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia with her decorated Sally Ann kettle and her eight sets of bells nearly every day, calling on the public to spread a little cheer to Metro Vancouver’ s less fortunate. It’s a gig she’s been doing now for the past eight years, through cold, rain, sleet and snow. She even went out in last week’s snowstorm but went home early because the shoppers were all inside. “I love it. I want to be outside and I’m helping other people,” said MacLean, who will celebrate her 58th birthday on Christmas Eve. “I’ve always done things for other people.” Down the road at Pacific Centre, Alex Starogardzki has worked on the Sally Ann campaign off and on for the past 30 years. He has braved rain and sleet and freezing temperatures that left icicles “hanging down from your beard.” He estimates that about half the people who pass stop to donate, but the money does add up. He and MacLean are just a few of the people who help the needy during the Christmas season. Some donate their time to serve the homeless and others less fortunate at the Union Gospel Mission and Salvation Army Christmas dinners throughout the region. Volunteers must book early to help out during the Christmas season. Others have volunteered at the Union Gospel Mission’s women’s drop-in centre to plan Christmas parties or make wreaths for people living in the area’s housing developments. Others donate their time by wrapping gifts at the mall for the YWCA of Greater Vancouver. The Union Gospel Mission is in need of people able to drive five-tonne trucks to do deliveries of Christmas hampers. E-mail volunteers@ugm.ca or call 604-253-3323. The Salvation Army’s soup kitchen is always looking for help serving people in the downtown core during the Christmas holiday season. If interested, call 604-646-6800. “We have been blessed with an abundance of volunteers this year,” said Joanne Anderson, manager of volunteer services for the Union Gospel Mission. “ Christmas is a time when so many people want to come out and help.”

Happy Birthday Carol.  Great night for  a birth.  --- On Wed, 12/24/08, Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> wrote: From: Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> Subject: [NS-CB] Cape Breton Lister Carol MacLEAN Vancouver Sun Article To: NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2008, 6:44 PM This is our Carol who supplies the Cape Breton Obits to our list daily. It also happens to be her birthday, 24 DEC. Carol gave me the grand tour of Vancouver in September and even then I had to book a time with her as she was so busy doing her volunteer work.. I have a couple of photo's that were with the article, e-mail me direct and I will send copies Merry Christmas to all and Happy Birthday Carol Don Vancouver Sun Dec 23, 2008 Volunteers show the spirit of Christmas by helping others By Kelly SinoskiDecember 23, 2008Be the first to post a comment Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Carol MacLean collects money for the Salvation Army in front of London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia. Photograph by: Bill Keay/Vancouver Sun VANCOUVER - Carol MacLean has always loved to give more than receive. As a child, she would wrap each sock as a separate gift so her siblings got more presents for Christmas. And whenever she’s given a hot coffee or a snack by passersby while collecting money for the Salvation Army’s kettle campaign, she always gives it to a homeless person nearby. Since Nov. 21, MacLean has been outside the London Drugs store at Granville and Georgia with her decorated Sally Ann kettle and her eight sets of bells nearly every day, calling on the public to spread a little cheer to Metro Vancouver’ s less fortunate. It’s a gig she’s been doing now for the past eight years, through cold, rain, sleet and snow. She even went out in last week’s snowstorm but went home early because the shoppers were all inside. “I love it. I want to be outside and I’m helping other people,” said MacLean, who will celebrate her 58th birthday on Christmas Eve. “I’ve always done things for other people.” Down the road at Pacific Centre, Alex Starogardzki has worked on the Sally Ann campaign off and on for the past 30 years. He has braved rain and sleet and freezing temperatures that left icicles “hanging down from your beard.” He estimates that about half the people who pass stop to donate, but the money does add up. He and MacLean are just a few of the people who help the needy during the Christmas season. Some donate their time to serve the homeless and others less fortunate at the Union Gospel Mission and Salvation Army Christmas dinners throughout the region. Volunteers must book early to help out during the Christmas season. Others have volunteered at the Union Gospel Mission’s women’s drop-in centre to plan Christmas parties or make wreaths for people living in the area’s housing developments. Others donate their time by wrapping gifts at the mall for the YWCA of Greater Vancouver. The Union Gospel Mission is in need of people able to drive five-tonne trucks to do deliveries of Christmas hampers. E-mail volunteers@ugm.ca or call 604-253-3323. The Salvation Army’s soup kitchen is always looking for help serving people in the downtown core during the Christmas holiday season. If interested, call 604-646-6800. “We have been blessed with an abundance of volunteers this year,” said Joanne Anderson, manager of volunteer services for the Union Gospel Mission. “ Christmas is a time when so many people want to come out and help.” ------------------------------- 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

Trying to get a hold of BelindaJoy who has a post on the CBGHA list regarding the above families. Would you contact me please as we might be able to share some information Don

Cape Breton Deaths December 24, 2008 Wednesday Ed 'Eddie' Dunphy 81, Sydney/Irish Cove - Edward Alexander Dunphy, 81, of Sydney, passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2008, after a brief illness. Born in Reserve Mines, Edward was the son of the late John Will and Margaret (MacPhee) Dunphy. Ed was employed at Sydney Steel and in the mid 1950s went to California, and soon afterwards settled in Lorain, Ohio, where he worked in the shipyards. For 30 years he worked at Ford Motor Company in the maintenance department, retiring in 1988. Ed had a wonderful memory for all his life experiences and willingly shared them with his family and friends. He was affectionately called 'Grumpy' by his children and grandchildren. Ed will be remembered for his enduring and concerned love for his wife Olga. Ed is survived by his wife of 59 years, the former Olga Mallowaney; three sons, David (Peggy), Florida, Lawrence (Maureen), Patrick (Cheryl), both of Ohio; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers, Michael, Manitoba, and Fr. Gerald, Sydney; sister, Tena (Bob) MacPhee, Truro; and several nieces and nephews. Ed was predeceased by his sister, Josie (Mrs. Tom MacNeil, Irishvale) and by brothers, John, Charles Ray and Alvin. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated Boxing Day, Friday, Dec. 26 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Francis 'Frankie' Allan MacDonald 54, Glace Bay - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Frankie MacDonald, Monday, Dec. 22, 2008, at home. Born in Glace Bay, Frankie was the son of Frances 'Betty' (MacPherson) MacDonald and the late Allan MacDonald. He was a member of St. Mary's Anglican Church, Glace Bay. Frankie spent most of his life working around cars and was known as an excellent body man. He worked for Joe Parson's Construction Company and Carabin's Bus Service. Frankie was a compassionate man who loved to visit his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Donna (Campbell) MacDonald, Sydney; one son, Allan, Glace Bay; and two daughters, Mary 'Beth' Gillis and Christina Walker, both of Sydney. Frankie is also survived by his brother, Joe Parsons (Lexie), Glace Bay; four grandchildren, whom he greatly adored, Allan, Hailey, Dakota and Dwayne; a cousin who was more like a brother, Alfie Hart (Dorothy), Glace Bay. Also left to mourn his passing are several nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and several close friends who will miss their 'little buddy', Gordon 'Skippy' Scott, Bobby Frison and Craig Carabin. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. There will be no visitation or funeral service. A private burial will take place at St. Mary's Cemetery at a later date. Condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ronald Joseph 'RJ' McNeil 54, Glace Bay - We are very saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Ronald Joseph McNeil, of 879 Main St., Glace Bay, which occurred at his home on Dec. 21, 2008. 'Ronald Joe' was a Red Seal Carpenter and owned and operated his own business for many years. He, 'RJ', was a life member of the Kinsmen Association and a former member of K-40. He also enjoyed being outdoors, bowling, fishing, and bonfires. Ron cherished time spent with family and friends. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late John T. and Catherine 'Kitty' (MacDonald) McNeil. He is survived by his companion, Lynn MacInnis; his two sons, Chad (Terra), Halifax, and Mark (Courtney), Vancouver; Lynn's daughters, Jillian and Natasha (Mark), both of Glace Bay; his sister, Frances Kieley, British Columbia; brother, Allan, Ontario; sister-in-law, Marion, Ontario; very special family friends, Keith and Anne Wilcox; many nieces and nephews, especially Jen and Matt; and other wonderful friends. He was predeceased by sisters, Janice and Marilyn, brothers, John and David, infant brother, Jerome, brothers-in-law, Jerome Poirier and Michael Kieley. Visitation will be held Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Saturday, 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church, Rev. Leo Boone officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Harry Gould 23, Eskasoni - Harrison James Gould, 23, of 19 Denny's Lane, Eskasoni, passed away suddenly Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Jacqueline Gould and Fred Marshall of Eskasoni. He was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. Harry loved to play hockey, hunt and fish. He was an avid outdoorsman. He is survived by his loving companion, Jennifer Johnson; loving father to his son, Jason, both of Eskasoni; sisters, Sidney Jane, Bobbilee, Erin, Jenilee, Kimber, Angelina; brothers, Jack (Kelly), Nilan, Louis, Jon Rhett; grandparents, Sidney Gould, Gloria Gould and Susie Marshall; four nieces; three nephews; two godchildren; and several aunts and uncles, all of Eskasoni. He was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Margaret Gould and brother, Jameison. Visitation for the late Mr. Gould will take place Saturday, Dec. 27 after 7 p.m. at 19 Denny's Lane, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 2 p.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 23, 2008 Tuesday Clem Pertus 93, Sydney - The family of Clem Pertus announce his passing on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008, to his heavenly home, where after 28 years of separation he will be reunited with the love of his life, Doris (Landry). Born in Poulamon, Richmond County on July 24, 1915, Clem is survived by his son, Wayne (Jennifer Cameron); and granddaughters, Erin, Heather and Katie; by his daughter, Francine and granddaughters, Dorisa and Kristine Keating; by his daughter, Mona (Dan Tonet) and granddaughter, Laura; by his special daughter, Lisa; and by his son, Robert (Alexis Rowe) and granddaughters, Ashley and Allie. Clem is also survived by his cherished great-grandson, Haven Postlethwaite (fondly referred to by Clemie as 'Little Oscar'). Clem also leaves to mourn his sisters, Lillian (the late Alphonse) Boudreau, Petit-de-Grat,, Helen (the late Maxwell) Burke, Edna (CND), Clare (Adelard) Samson, Little Anse; sister-in-law, Jeanette (the late Alphonse) Pertus; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and cousins. Clem was predeceased by his parents, Charles Numa and Elizabeth (LeBlanc), by his wife, Doris (June 1980), by his brothers, Armand (June 2003), Alphonse (February 2005) and Teddy (the late Mary Lou) (May 2007), and by his sister, Clo (September 2004). Clem grew up on a prosperous farm in Poulamon, moving to Sydney in 1935 and remained a parishioner at Sacred Heart parish for over 70 years. He was one of the longest serving members of the KOC. He was well known to all in downtown Sydney, where he lived for 52 years. He was a skilful pool player, an avid sports fan enjoying hockey, ball games, wrestling and horse races. Clem was active into his late 80s, skating regularly at the local rinks and outdoors, bicycling and cruising in his 1984 Delta Oldsmobile which he immaculately maintained. Clem worked at various occupations, at the Sydney Steel Plant, Acadian Bus Lines, and LeBlanc Taxi and at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. He managed the Vidal Hotel (Sydney), the Barker Hotel (Moncton), the Press Club, and the Ceilidh Lounge. After retirement in 1980, he continued active employment well into his 80s as custodian of the Bank of Commerce Building, where due to his conscientious work ethics, that sidewalk on Charlotte Street was most often the first cleared of snow. Clem's philosophy of life has always been "You rust out faster than you wear out" and reflecting on his active lifestyle and his longevity, he certainly proved this true. His greatest joy in life came from his interest in his children and grandchildren with whom he enjoyed almost frequent contact. Respecting Clem's wishes, cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sunday, Dec. 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church on Monday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made in Clem's memory to the Lupus Society or to the IWK Children's Hospital, which played an integral part in the recovery of his granddaughter in 1988. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the staff of Cape Breton County Home Makers, R.C. MacGillivary Guest Home and Harbourstone Enhanced Care, (Spanish Bay) for the absolute wonderful care that our Dad received over the past two years. In his weakened physical state, Dad was always treated with dignity, cheerfulness and respect. We sincerely thank his caregivers for their professional dedication to their tasks. God bless. Your thoughtfulness and kindness will never be forgotten. Online condolences to www.mem.com or twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Thomas MacNeil - Thomas Joseph (Tom/Tucker) MacNeil, 75, passed away peacefully Dec. 15, 2008, after a brave battle with cancer. Tom was predeceased by his beloved wife, Aline (née Lambert), son, Kenneth, parents, John and Mary MacNeil of Glace Bay, N.S., sister, Patricia, and brothers, Kenneth, and Dennis. Tom's memory will be cherished by his son, Garth; surviving siblings, Joan (Fred), John, Eleanor, Donald (Yvette), Sheila, Rod (Marguerite), Gerry; and his many nieces and nephews. Tom was born in Glace Bay, N.S., and travelled extensively across Canada. After working as a taxi driver, motorboat salesman, coal miner and tobacco picker, among other jobs, he settled in Winnipeg and spent 25 years working for the University of Manitoba in the paint shop. He was an active member of the labour movement, serving in various capacities in the Canadian Association of Industrial, Mechanical and Allied Workers (CAIMAW), including national president. He also served on the board of directors of the Alcoholism Foundation of Manitoba (now known as the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba). The family wishes to thank the staff of the Victoria General Hospital and particularly Oncology, Observation and 4 South. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tom's honour to the Victoria General Hospital Foundation, 2340 Pembina Hwy., Winnipeg, Man., R3T 2E8. As per his wishes, there will be no service. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Stephen Charles Denny 25, Membertou - Stephen Charles Denny, 25, of Membertou, passed away suddenly Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008. Born in Sydney, he resided in Membertou with his loving companion Sarah and his two daughters Calaya and Ella. He was the son of Leta Bernard (Fred) and Blair Bernard (Nadine) and Jay (Paula) Marshall. He was a loving companion and wonderful father to his two girls. He enjoyed his video games, music and playing hockey with the Red Army. He enjoyed the company of his friends, family and co-workers. He was employed with the Membertou Gaming Commission. He is survived by a sister, Bernadette; brothers, Joef Bernard, Omar Gould (Andy), Ben Marshall, Cagney Marshall, Quinn Marshall, Nikko Marshall, Sebastian 'Smash' Marshall, George Denny; one niece; numerous nephews; many, many aunts; uncles; maternal grandparents, Levi Denny (late Bridget Denny); paternal grandparents, Peter and Nora Bernard and Joe B. and Mary Ann Marshall; by in-laws, Bill Leslie (Brenda), Marie Doucette; godparents, Michael Denny and Catherine Sorbey; godchildren, Jason Johnson and Ahnyss Denny; and Sanchez, his dog. Visitation for the late Mr. Denny will begin after 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 25 at 79 Mickey's Lane, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, Dec. 27 at 10:30 a.m. in Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ambrose 'Coke' MacLean Sept. 27, 1923-Dec. 20, 2008 Sydney Mines - It is with deep regret that we announce the sudden passing of Ambrose 'Coke' MacLean, at home on Dec. 20, 2008. Ambrose was the son of the late Michael Vincent MacLean and the late Evelina (Almon) MacLean and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. At the age of 18, Ambrose enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces, serving five years in the Second World War. In addition, he served five years as a member of the post-war merchant navy. Ambrose was employed by First Investors Insurance Company prior to entering municipal politics. He served 32 years as a councillor, deputy mayor and was a member of the Nova Scotia Police Commission. He was also a member of the Northside-Victoria District School Board, retiring in January 1992. In his younger years, Ambrose was an avid sports enthusiast as a skater, hockey and baseball player. Ambrose is survived by Edith (Higgins) MacLean, his devoted wife of 56 years. He is also survived by his son, Arthur; daughters, Amber and Michelle; brother-in-law, Arthur Higgins (Marguerite); sisters-in-law, Annie Mae Higgins (Lorne), Mary MacLean (Osbourne), Annie MacLean (William) and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by five brothers, Thomas, Alex, William, Osbourne and Cameron, one sister in infancy, a second sister, Matilda, brothers-in-law, Lorne Higgins and Jerome Tompkins, sister-in-law, Eileen (Higgins) Tompkins, mother and father-in-law, Mary Ellen and Arthur Higgins Sr. The family extends sincere gratitude to Dr. Doug Kohlsmith and EHS paramedics who provided emergency care and support. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Reception to follow at Immaculate Conception Church. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. We will miss and love you, forever. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Madeline Dorothy Davies (Eddy) 81, Dartmouth - Madeline Dorothy Davies (Eddy), went to meet her Lord peacefully surrounded by family, Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, in Dartmouth General Hospital. Born is Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Saddie (Mason) Eddy. Madeline was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be sadly missed. She is survived by children, Iris (Gary) Sutherland, Coldbrook, Robert, Cole Harbour, Laurence (Christine), Dartmouth, Katherine (Paul) Moore, Kitchener, Anna Jane (Richard) Morse, New Minas, Stephen (Carla), Cole Harbour, Elizabeth (George) Richard; brother, Lloyd Eddy; sister, Ethel Blakeburn, both of Sydney; grandchildren, Melissa, Glenn, Tammy, Angela, Robert, Laurence, Johnathan, Jessica, Andrew, Anthony, Alisha, Luke, Timothy, LaRae, Chelsae, KayLee, Brayenna, Courtney; 13 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Robert, grandson, Brandon, brothers, Walter, James, Arnold, Robert, Ronald, sisters, Amy, Ora, Ruth, Evelyn and Edith. Visitation took place Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008. Funeral service took place Thursday, Dec. 18, 2008, at Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Donations may be made to the Gideons Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com. "Absent from the body, present with the Lord" ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ann Irene 'Rene' Morrison 80, Sydney - Ann Irene 'Rene' Morrison, 80, of Sydney, passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late J.J. and Sarah MacKinnon. She was a member of St. Theresa's parish, Sydney. She is survived by sons, Lawrence (Bonnie), Regina, Neil (Carolyn), Dave (Elizabeth), both of Sydney; grandchildren, Ian and Courtney, Regina, Michelle, Dawnielle and Stephen, Sydney. Also surviving are sisters, Pauline Williamson, Sydney, Josephine Kauffman, Sydney, and Theresa Anderson, Massachusetts, USA. She was predeceased by her husband, Neil Joseph Morrison in 1955, brothers, Lawrence and Malcolm, and sisters, Frannie and Rita. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Family committal service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 10 a.m. at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine McInnis Vingar Nov. 11, 1931-Dec. 15, 2008 Hamilton/Glace Bay - We the family of the late Mrs. Vingar regret to announce her passing on Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, in Hamilton. Catherine is survived by two sons, John in B.C. and Brian, Ontario and two granddaughters, Cara and Anna, Ontario. Also survived by only sister, Julia McInnis and one special sister-in-law, Sis McInnis; uncle, Buddy (Helen) Stewart, one special cousin and best friend, Theresa McBride. Also many nieces and nephews all of Glace Bay. Catherine was predeceased by husband, Jack; three brothers, Angus, Charlie and Allie McInnis and sister-in-law, Ruth McInnis as well as one niece, Cathy Dean. Arrangements for visitation were made in Hamilton where she resided. Donations in Catherine's name can be made to the Cancer Society. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Ds20065@aol.com wrote: >Can anyone identify that above noted person for me. There is no indication >of an obituary, death notice, etc for this person. She is buried in Lorraine >Cemetery. Any help would be appreciated. >Don > > Don, Dinah was a Peach, daughter of James Peach and Margaret Wadden. She was the wife of Charles Archibald Tutty She died in 1934 not 1954. -- Ron

I suspect she is the Dinah Tutty, who is in the death records as dying on 28 (not 18th) August 1934 (not 1954), aged 92 years, 8 months and 10 days. The daughter of James Peach by his wife Margaret Wadden, and widow of Alonzo Tutty. Buried at Big Lorraine. ----- Original Message ----- From: <Ds20065@aol.com> To: <NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, December 22, 2008 12:49 PM Subject: [NS-CB] DINAH TUTTY AUG. 18, 1954 AGE 92 > Can anyone identify that above noted person for me. There is no indication > of an obituary, death notice, etc for this person. She is buried in Lorraine > Cemetery. Any help would be appreciated. > 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 > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.552 / Virus Database: 270.9.19/1860 - Release Date: 12/21/2008 3:08 PM > >

That is my suspicion also but I am trying to verify same, without any positive information it is only suspect. Appreciate your reply Don

Can anyone identify that above noted person for me. There is no indication of an obituary, death notice, etc for this person. She is buried in Lorraine Cemetery. Any help would be appreciated. Don

Cape Breton Deaths December 22, 2008 Monday Donald 'Donnie' James MacGillivary Jan. 26, 1929 - Dec. 19, 2008 - We are very saddened to announce the passing of our Dad, Donald James MacGillivary, at home, at the age of 79 years on Dec. 19, 2008. Donnie was born in Sydney, N.S., to the late Harry Stanford MacGillivary and the late Mary (Rich) MacGillivary in 1929. Well known to his Ashby Legion buddies as 'Beep Beep' and his fellow Briand's taxicab drivers as 'Relic', Donnie was held in high regard. Donnie was everyone's 'favourite uncle.' His character, humour and quick wit enriched him to everyone who met him as far back as the days when he co-owned Kist Beverages with his brother-in law, Bev Niven. Whenever there was a party, you could count on Donnie to be there with his trusty Fender guitar to entertain endlessly. Although sad to say goodbye, we are glad that the pain he was suffering with for the last while is now over, and that in the last years of his life, he was very fortunate to have spent many hours enjoying his children and grandchildren. Donnie is survived by his former wife (but still very close) and mother of his four children, Elizabeth MacGillivary; his daughters, Diane Slaunwhite (Gary), Dartmouth, Donna Niehaus (Greg), Dartmouth, Laurie MacGillivary (Rhonda Hill), Edmonton, Alta.; and his son, Robert MacGillivary (Rosanne), Ottawa, Ont. He is also survived by his sister, Anne MacNeil, Sydney; his brothers, Clarence (Marge), Bob (Marilyn); four grandchildren, Kristen, Brett, Aidan and Angus; three stepgrandchildren, Colin, David and Ian, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Jean Niven and her husband, Bev Niven and his nephew, Jackie Niven. Donnie (Pappy) will be greatly missed by his family and all of his friends. Visitation will be held at the Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, on Sunday, Dec. 28 from 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held Monday, Dec. 29 at 3 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Home with Rev. Pat Malin officiating. A reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mildred 'Millie' Christine MacDonald (MacRae) 54, Sydney Mines - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of a dear wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, Millie MacDonald. Born in Antigonish, Jan. 7, 1954, she was the daughter of Charles MacRae, and the late Myrtle (Campbell) MacRae. Millie spent many years as an active performing musician, and as president of the Musicians Union, Local 355. Millie was a Brownie leader and was active in the Parent Teacher Association, Sydney Mines. Millie was an avid gardener with a love of the great outdoors. Millie will be remembered for her wonderful gift of laughter and for her nurturing nature. She was a calm in a storm, a light in the darkness, a shoulder for the sad, and friend to all. Millie is survived by her husband, Wayne; daughter, Lee Ann (Kenny), Halifax; sons, Hugh, Sydney Mines, and Neil, France; father, Charles MacRae, Truro; sisters, Anne Marie (Hubert), Grand Anse, Hazel (Bob) Theriault, West Bay, Charlene MacRae, Grand Anse, Heather (Denis) Gionet, Truro, and Kathy Patterson, Sydney; and brothers, Wayne (Bonnie), Dartmouth, Jim, (Sandra), Evanston, and Brian (Jeanette), Shubenacadie. Millie is also remembered and loved by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Millie was predeceased by her mother, Myrtle (Campbell) MacRae. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A private family burial will be held at a later date. Donations in Millie's memory may be made to the Organ Donation and Transplant Unit at the QE II in Halifax. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Donnie Whynacht 54, North Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Donnie Whynacht, 54, a resident of Peppett Street, North Sydney, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008. Born in Lunenburg, N.S., he was a son of the late Lloyd and Mary (Lavender) Whynacht. Donnie was employed as a fisherman working on draggers out of the port of Louisbourg for many years. He was passionate about his work, and enjoyed cooking for his shipmates while at sea. He later drove a taxi in Sydney for several years. He is survived by his children, Jamie (Christine) Dunn, of Marion Bridge, Lisa, Corinnea and David, all of Sydney; his granddaughter, Kianna Dunn; a brother, Jerry Lavender of Bridgewater; a sister, Sharon; several nieces and nephews; and his companion, Mary Dupont and her family. There will be no visitation or funeral service by request. A private committal service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or any charity. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ambrose 'Coke' MacLean Sept. 27, 1923-Dec. 20, 2008 Sydney Mines - It is with deep regret that we announce the sudden passing of Ambrose 'Coke' MacLean, at home on Dec. 20, 2008. Ambrose was the son of the late Michael Vincent MacLean and the late Evelina (Almon) MacLean and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. At the age of 18, Ambrose enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces, serving five years in the Second World War. In addition, he served five years as a member of the post-war merchant navy. Ambrose was employed by First Investors Insurance Company prior to entering municipal politics. He served 32 years as a councillor, deputy mayor and was a member of the Nova Scotia Police Commission. He was also a member of the Northside-Victoria District School Board, retiring in January 1992. In his younger years, Ambrose was an avid sports enthusiast as a skater, hockey and baseball player. Ambrose is survived by Edith (Higgins) MacLean, his devoted wife of 56 years. He is also survived by his son, Arthur and daughters, Amber and Michelle. Also surviving are his brother-in-law, Arthur Higgins (Marguerite) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by five brothers, Thomas, Alex, William, Osbourne and Cameron, one sister in infancy and a second sister, Matilda. The family extends sincere to Dr. Doug Kohlsmith and EHS paramedics who provided emergency care and support. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. Reception to follow at Immaculate Conception Church. Donations may be made to the a charity of one's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. We will miss and love you, forever. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Russell Wilfred Le Blanc 87, Florence - It is with sadness that the family announces the passing of our brother Russell. Russell was born Feb. 2, 1921, in Florence, C.B., the son of the late Andrew F. and Catherine (Brady) Le Blanc. He is survived by his by two sisters, Constance Russell (Sean, Toronto) and Yvonne Lambert (Halifax), as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Catherine (Florence), sister, Marguerite Pearl (Montreal), brothers, Harold Vincent (Halifax) and Ernest 'Frank' (Florence). He grew up in Florence where he attended grade school. Later he attended high school at College du St. Anne in the Annapolis Valley. After graduating from high school, he started a degree at St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish. He left university for service during the Seconld World War and was a proud member of the HMCS Joliette during the war. After the war he returned to St. Francis Xavier and graduated with a bachelor of commerce degree. He worked for several years in northern Cape Breton before leaving to work in the Canada's Arctic, as well as in Kitimat and Vancouver, B.C. for many years. He returned to Florence and lived in the family home, following his mother's death in the mid-1980s. He was admitted to the DVA Harbour View facility in July 2007, where he was a resident until his death. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Peter Poulos, his family doctor, and the staff of Harbour View facility for the care Russell received. A Christian Mass of Burial will be held at St. Joseph's Church, Bras d'Or, at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23, Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. No visitation by request of the family. He will be buried with his family at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Little Bras d'Or, at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a mass be said for the souls in purgatory. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org