To add to Colin's description here is something else that I came across that may be of interest to some: What eventualy became Alder Point used to be included in the district of Little Bras d'Or. It was changed with the introduction of the telegraph (early 1900's) office at Arsenault's Store in Alder Point. There is a yarn that has merit that Captain John Arsenault when he got the telegraph office was also directed to rename the place and asked his daughter Theresa for her opinion. She stated because the place was overrun with alders that they call it Alder Point - he did. Theresa later became Mrs. Walter Dugas who in later years ran the post office and the telegraph office in Alder Point. The name Little Bras d'Or was officially dropped in the 1940's and replaced with the name Bras d'Or. Many people along with businesses including the Canadian National Railways continued for many years to use Little Bras d'Or in their advertising and correspondence. I even see Little Bras d'Or listed on maps describing the area from the Sydney side of the Bras d'Or gut from Bras d'Or corner up to the Johnson Road as Little Bras d'Or. George ----- Original Message ----- From: "Colin Waye" <cwaye@eastlink.ca> To: <ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, December 19, 2008 7:23 AM Subject: [NS-CB] Re; Boularderie And Big Bras D'or > I'll add my 2 cents to the discussion on the Bras D'or > It seems like most place names around here they were named because of the > water passages. > Boularderie Island has water channels on either side. > Big Bras D'or is the wide one and therefore the name, as the big entrance > into the Bras D'or lakes > The Seal island Bridge now spans this channel which was once serviced by > Ross Ferry > As you drive along the South side of Boularderie,you go through Hillside > Boularderie, Boularderie West, Kempt Head and to the Seal island Bridge. > On the other side of the Trans Canada, the commnity on the north side of > the bridge carries the name Big Bras D'or. > The other side of Boularderie, closest to Sydney, the channel is very > narrow and is called Little Bras D'or. > This side is spanned by a Highway bridge.Once serviced by Hawley's Ferry. > Many know it as MacNeil's Cove. > George's River is on one side and South side Boularderie the other. > Farther up one can look across easily from Point Aconi on Boularderie to > Alder Point.on the main section. > I have seen several maps, that for some reason don't show this channel,and > show Boularderie connected, which makes it not look like an island. > Some of the place names seem split now, but they were all named before the > Trans Canada Highway went through and divided up the island > > > Colin Waye > > ------------------------------- > 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 20, 2008 Saturday Mabel (MacGregor) Hogan 98, Glace Bay - We are saddened to announce the death of our mother, Mabel Hogan, which occurred at the Glace Bay Hospital on Thursday, Dec.18, 2008, surrounded by her family. Mabel was born in 1910 in Donkin to the late John Hector and Annie (Phalen) MacGregor. Mabel is survived by her children, Peter, Ottawa, Jack (Stella), Glace Bay, Mary Shea (Dennis), Weymouth, Mass., Ginger Hogan-Murphy (Ed) Glace Bay, Pat Strickland, Coxheath, Pam MacGillivray, Fort McMurray, Jeannie Hogan, Halifax and Maggie Rogers, Toronto. She is also survived by her sister, Minnie, Toronto; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She will also be sadly missed by her good friend and caregiver for the past seven years, Helen Jackson. She was predeceased by her husband, Joe in 2004; sister, Jean; brothers, Peter, Ira, Lionel, Vaughn and Fr. John Hector and son-in-law, Cotter MacGillivray. Mabel, known affectionately as "The Ma" by those who knew her best and loved her most, was well known for the profound impact she had on countless students who were fortunate to have been taught by her. A teacher for many years, Mabel exemplified the philosophy of life-long learning. After attending Normal College in Truro in 1928, Mabel started her teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse in Donkin. By the late 1980s, she returned to the classroom, this time as a student at UCCB, proudly graduating with her Bachelor of Arts degree in 1985. Her accomplishments were many, but her greatest was her role as matriarch of a loving family. Mabel found most satisfaction in her role of mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved her family unconditionally and her absence will be deeply felt. Although sad to say goodbye to Ma, we are happy that after a long, fruitful life, in her 99th year she may now find rest. Visitation will take place Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008 from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at Curry's Funeral Home 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, Dec. 22, 2008 at 10 a.m. at St. Anne's Church with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A reception will follow in the church. Burial will be at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to a charity of your choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gerald 'Hornet' MacMaster 42, Brampton/New Victoria - Gerald MacMaster, age 42 of Brampton, Ont. and a former resident of New Victoria passed away suddenly at home. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of Archie and Lillian (Kearney) MacMaster. Gerald was a 1987 graduate of Breton Education Center, New Waterford and in 1989 he received his bricklaying degree from Marconi Campus. He was employed with Indalex Aluminum Company for 15 years in Brampton. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church, New Victoria. Gerald will always be remembered for his bright beautiful smile and great sense of humour. He had a wonderful zest for life and was a awesome husband, father, son, brother and friend. The world lost a really funny guy, may he rest in peace. Besides his parents, Gerald is survived by his wife, Corry (Gillis) MacMaster; two daughters, Heather and Stephanie and two sons, Gregory and Zachary. Also surviving are three brothers, Robert (Michelle), New Waterford, Alexander 'Sandy' (Darla), Windsor, Ont., Kevin (Lynn), Sydney; one sister, Lorraine MacPherson; maternal grandmother, Muriel Kearney, Maple Hill Manor and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Gerald was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Alexander and Veronica MacMaster; maternal grandfather, Archie Kearney as well as an uncle, Bernie MacMaster; an aunt, Ellen Kearney and a cousin, Darrell MacMaster. There will be no visitation, cremation will take place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. The funeral mass will be celebrated at the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Joseph Church, New Victoria on Monday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery followed by a reception in St. Agnes Hall. Condolences to the family can be sent through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elizabeth 'Bessie' (Bonnar) Olszowiec 90, Scotchtown/ New Victoria/Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Bessie Olszowiec on December 18, 2008 at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney, with family members at her side. Born in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of the late Sarah and William Bonnar. Bessie was one of four sisters to choose the nursing profession receiving her RN degree in 1940 after which she worked on special cases prior to her marriage. While raising her six children, she became a superb cook and baker specializing in pies and baked the "best apple, lemon meringue and blueberry pies in the whole world" according to her husband Rudy. She was a long time and supportive member of both St. Michael's parish and St. Joseph's parish and was devout in her faith as a Roman Catholic. She and Rudy made many pilgrimages to Ste. Anne de Beaupre Shrine. She and Rudy were also avid card players particularly adept at duplicate bridge. A good, loyal friend and neighbor, Bessie quietly gave generously to those in need. Bessie is survived by her sons, Robert Blair (Judi Gerbrandt), Delta, B.C., Gerard, Sydney; daughters, Maria Quigley, Weston, Ont., Beverly (Michael) Cathcart, Sydney, Karen (Michael O'Driscoll), Brace Bridge, Ont.; daughter-in-law, Margaret Olszowiec, Nelson House, Man.; grandchildren, Michael and Aaron Olszowiec, Karen Gibson, Christopher, Scott and Lauralee Olszowiec, Stuart Quigley; great-grandchildren, Mallory, Connor, Christopher, Emma, Hannah, and Davey; sisters, Casilda Gillis, New Waterford, Theresa Jardine and Angela Taylor, Sydney Mines, Catherine MacGean, Ont., Patricia MacKenzie, Massachusetts, Camillus Roth, Florida and numerous nieces and nephews. Also left to mourn are the caring and loving staff of Fisherman's Cove, Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney (all departments). Bessie was predeceased by her husband of 64 years, Rudy in April 2007; her son, David Brian in 1994, brothers Henry, Alphonsus, William, Edgar and Wilfred and sisters, Rachel Bonnar, Sarah Higgins, Magdalen MacNeil, Monica Buchanan, Eva Bonnar and Rita Laforet. Visitation for Bessie will be held Monday, Dec. 22, from 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass to celebrate Bessie's life will take place Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 11 a.m in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael's Church, River Ryan with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with a reception to follow at the Gaul Centre. Donations in her memory may be made to your local food bank or to a charity of ones' choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Josephine Peters 77, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Josephine 'Josie' Martina Peters (nee Gillis), 77 of Sydney on Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Born in Grand Mira North, she was the daughter of the late John Joseph Alexander and Mary Margaret Gillis. She was a member of St. Joseph's Parish and a long standing CWL member. She devoted her entire life to loving and caring for her family, and anyone who needed her kindness and charity. As busy as her life was, she always put the needs of others ahead of her own. She is survived by daughters, Ann-Marie (John) MacDonald, Linda (Dates) Morris, Delores (Steve) Meagher, Alvina (Greg) Nix and sons Joe (Janet), John (Jessie) Tom and Harold; by 14 grandchildren and one great grandchild. She is also survived by one sister Ellen 'Florence' (Ivan) Bates. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Alexander; sisters Isabel (Dan) McNeil, Annie Lucy Gillis, Mary (John) MacKinnon; a brother John 'Brickie' Gillis and one grandson, John Harvey Morris. Visitation for the late Mrs. Peters will take place on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to the charity of your choice. On line condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Edward 'Jack' Bishop 81, North Sydney - It is with great sadness we the family announce the passing of John Edward 'Jack' Bishop, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, on Friday, Dec.19, 2008 at the Northside General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness with cancer. Jack was born in English Harbour West, Nfld., on February 24, 1927, the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Boult) Bishop. He was employed at H.B.Nickerson and Sons and National Sea Products for 48 years until his retirement. He was a very active member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney. Jack loved to take his daily walk with his dog Maggie, and looked forward to his Tuesday and Thursday meetings with his buddies. He enjoyed spending time working on his model boats. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him and the many lives he touched. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Janet (Skinner) Bishop formerly of St. Jacques, Nfld.; one daughter Janet Pearl Douglas, Calgary; three sons Albert (Clare) Bishop, North Sydney, Roy (Ronalda) Bishop, Sydney Mines, Randy (Tracey) Bishop, North Sydney; six grandchildren Scott, Allison, Christopher, Aaron, Suzie and Jaiden and 7 great-grandchildren; his four sisters Sadie Gould, Halifax, Pearl (Tom) Osborne, Block House N.S., Carrie (Launce) Harris, Jack Fontaine, Nfld., Lucy Fizzard, English Harbour West, Nfld.; his three brothers Jim Bishop, Calgary, Bill (Pauline) Bishop, Shelburne and Launce (Jane) Bishop, Beaverbank, N.S., and many nieces and nephews. Jack was predeceased by one brother Eric in infancy. Visitation for Jack will be held Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the W. J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service to be held 11 a.m. Monday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Rev. Gloria McClure-Fraser officiating. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Anglican Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. On line condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Duane Lee Martin 70, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Duane Lee Martin on Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Vermont, USA, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Ada (Lockerbee) Martin. In his early years, Duane served as a soldier in the American Army. Following this, he worked as a truck driver in Massachusetts for 42 years. When he retired he and his wife spent time vacationing in Florida and three years ago, they moved to Cape Breton. Duane loved Cape Breton, especially the ocean and the salt air breezes. He also enjoyed cooking, watching TV and watching the cruise ships coming and going. Duane is survived by his wife, Cathy; son, Brian (Heather) Chiasson, Mass.; daughters, Heather (Brian) Moody, Florida, Latrel King, Louisiana, Catherine Chiasson, Mass., Patsy (Robert) Hillier, New Waterford; sister, Lorna (Bob) Hazen, Florida; brothers, Reggie (Jerry) Martin, Florida, Jackie Martin, Mass. and Russell (Patty) Billings, Idaho, and grandchildren, Robie, Bret, Zachary and Mackenna. He is also survived by sister-in-law, Diane (Bryan) Oliver and brothers-in-law, Joe (Carol) White, Terrence (Mary) White, Wayne (Cecilia) White and Bernie (Brenda) White. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his first wife, Charlene, and brothers, Clarence and Kenny. There will be no visitation by his request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A private family burial will take place at a later date. To send online condolences to the family, go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

I'll add my 2 cents to the discussion on the Bras D'or It seems like most place names around here they were named because of the water passages. Boularderie Island has water channels on either side. Big Bras D'or is the wide one and therefore the name, as the big entrance into the Bras D'or lakes The Seal island Bridge now spans this channel which was once serviced by Ross Ferry As you drive along the South side of Boularderie,you go through Hillside Boularderie, Boularderie West, Kempt Head and to the Seal island Bridge. On the other side of the Trans Canada, the commnity on the north side of the bridge carries the name Big Bras D'or. The other side of Boularderie, closest to Sydney, the channel is very narrow and is called Little Bras D'or. This side is spanned by a Highway bridge.Once serviced by Hawley's Ferry. Many know it as MacNeil's Cove. George's River is on one side and South side Boularderie the other. Farther up one can look across easily from Point Aconi on Boularderie to Alder Point.on the main section. I have seen several maps, that for some reason don't show this channel,and show Boularderie connected, which makes it not look like an island. Some of the place names seem split now, but they were all named before the Trans Canada Highway went through and divided up the island Colin Waye

Cape Breton Deaths December 19, 2008 Friday William Murray 'Will' MacAulay 86, Glace Bay William MacAulay, 86, of Taigh Na Mara Nursing Home, Glace Bay, passed away Thursday, Dec. 18, 2008. Born in Glace Bay, Will was the son of the late Jim and Annabelle MacAulay. Will was a member of St. John's Church, Glace Bay. He was employed at numbers 1B, 26, 20 collieries, and retired from the Devco machine shop in Glace Bay. Will was a veteran of the Second World War, obtaining the title of sergeant and serving overseas in Italy, Holland and France for five years. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 3, Glace Bay. Will loved to read, travel and was an avid sports enthusiast, playing both basketball and baseball. He was very active in his church and was on the board of directors of the Coady Credit Union for 30 years. Will was a very gentle man who will be remembered for the great love and compassion he gave to his wife, children and grandchildren. Will is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary (Kelly) MacAulay; one son, Gary (Nancy) MacAulay; and one daughter, Belinda (Ralph) Hoffman, both in Glace Bay. Will is also survived by his five grandchildren whom he greatly adored, Chad, Ryan, Jill Hoffman, Luke and Brianna MacAulay. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family and was predeceased by four sisters, Alice May, Katie Belle, Sadie, Christine, two brothers, John and Gus. Visitation will be held Sunday, Dec. 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 2 p.m. in St. John's Church followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Veterans and legion members will form an honour guard in memory of their comrade at the church entrance. As an expression of sympathy for William, donations in his memory may be made to the Nova Scotia Alzhiemers Association or a charity of one's choice. Condolences can also be sent to the MacAulay family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Just A Common Soldier He was getting old and paunchy and his hair was falling fast, And he sat around the Legion telling stories of his past. Of a war that he had fought in and the deeds that he had done, In his exploits with his buddies, they were heroes, every one. And though sometimes to his neighbours, his tales became a joke, All his Legion buddies listened, for they knew whereof he spoke. But we'll hear his tales no longer, for old Bill has passed away, And the world's a little poorer, for a soldier died today. He was just a common soldier and his ranks are growing thin, But his presence should remind us we may need his like again. For when countries are in conflict, then we find the soldier's part Is to clean up all the troubles that others often start. If we cannot give him honour, while he's here to hear the praise, Then at least let's give him homage, at the ending of his days.Perhaps a simple notice in a paper that would say, "Our country is in mourning, cause a soldier passed away." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Gordon MacLeod 1914-2008 Sydney Mines - It is with deep regret we announce the passing of a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, John Gordon MacLeod, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008. Gordon was a resident of 27 Windsor Ave., Sydney Mines, all his life, except the last 15 months, where he was a resident of the veterans' wing at Harbour View Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, Gordon was the son of the late John D. and Susan (Bonnar) MacLeod. He was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and a former member of the men's fellowship. He was also a member of Seaview Golf & Country Club for many years. He and his good friend Howard Sexton loved to golf and fish together. Gordon was a veteran of the Second World War, having served in the RCAF, marine section. He was a member of The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 008, Sydney Mines. Gordon was a machinist by trade and worked many years at the North Sydney Marine Railway. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Winnifred (Roper) MacLeod; his two sons, Lloyd (Phyllis) MacLeod, George's River, and Jack (Anne) MacLeod, New Glasgow; four grandsons, Curtis, Justin and Jonathan MacLeod and Wayne Parsons; two granddaughters, Katherine MacLeod and Helen Sparling; and three great-granddaughters, Jaidyn, Miah, and Kenzie Rae. Gordon is also survived by sisters, Ruth Salter, Sydney Mines, Ethel Mercier, Montreal, and Lois, South Carolina; sister-in-law, Margaret Holton, Sydney Mines, and brother-in-law, Lloyd Grandy, Ontario. Besides his parents, Gordon was predeceased by a sister, Florence Grandy and two brothers, Ernest and Lloyd MacLeod. The family would like to extend a special "Thank You" to Dr. McKeough and the staff at the veterans' wing of Harbour View Hospital for their wonderful care. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Gordon MacLeod will be held Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008, at 2 p.m. in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Sydney Mines, with Rev. Bob Lyle officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gordon's memory may be made to the CNIB, St. Andrews Church, or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Rita Helen (Farrell) Dean June 7, 1909-Dec. 18, 2008 - Passed away peacefully at the Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Kenwood Drive, Sydney River, N.S., on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2008, Rita Helen Dean in her 99th year. Born in Port aux Basques, N.L., June 7, 1909, she was the daughter of the late Arthur George and Sarah Ellen (Lomond) Farrell. Rita was predeceased by her husband, Edward Maxwell Dean (1979) of Sydney, and four brothers and a sister of Port aux Basques, N.L., Thomas (1993), Russell (1997), Albert (1997) and Bradley Farrell (2004) and sister, Melida Bragg (2004). Rita is survived by her youngest brother, John Farrell, 87; and by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives and friends, who mourn her loss and by special friend, Ron Lother of Sydney, whose late mother was a very early and dear friend of Rita. In 1925, at the age of 16, Rita left Port aux Basques, N.L.., courageously gaining passage alone on the SS Kyle ferry to North Sydney, N.S., Canada, a separate country at that time. A harbour shuttle, Job Dobson's Little Mary, running a North Sydney-Westmount-Sydney route, took her to Sydney for 15 cents, where she became employed at the Canada Customs Office at 535 Charlotte St. She met and married Max Dean in 1934, whose father had emigrated from Fogo, N.L., in 1896 to Henry Street, Whitney Pier, her home for nearly 50 years. After his death, Rita preferred independence in apartments until finally becoming a notable and creative icon of Harbourstone in 2005. Rita has served as a well-known, longtime volunteer worker and organizer in Sydney, particularly for hospital funding campaigns, which raised several hundreds of thousands of dollars for building, maintenance and equipment and to which she contributed her own work in related craft sales. Rita's organizational skills also extended to travel and many excursions for Club 55 seniors down the U.S.A. eastern seaboard were planned, carried out and accompanied by her in the 1950s and 1960s. In her own words . . . "Lord keep me working, keep me fit. At windows I do not want to sit watching my friends, hurrying by. Let me stay busy 'til I die Grant me strength and breath and will some useful job in life to fill a need to serve, a task to do. Let me each morning rise anew eager and glad that I can bear my portion of the morning's care. Lord I do not want to sit aboutbroken and worn and all tired out afraid of rain and wind and cold.Let me stay busy when I am old.Although I walk at a slower pace,still let me meet life face to face. This is my prayer as time goes by:Lord keep me busy 'til I die." - Rita Dean, 1979 Visitation will take place from Sydney Memorial Chapel, Welton Street, Sydney, Saturday, Dec. 20, from 2-4 p.m. Funeral services are withheld upon Rita's expressed request. Private interment will take place at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Monday, Dec. 22 at 11 a.m. Condolences may be addressed to 375 Carleton Rd., Lawrencetown, B0S 1M0, or to sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca for inclusion in a Book of Remembrance and later recognition by mail and e-mail. "Requiescat in pace, Rita." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sharon Lorraine Yates 62, Tower Road - It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the passing of Sharon Lorraine Yates on Dec. 16, 2008, at the QE II Health Science Centre, Halifax. Born in Glace Bay and formerly of Big Glen, she was the daughter of the late John and Rosaline (Currie) Burgess. Sharon was a loving and caring mother, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed by her family. "Mom you were the wind beneath our wings, our strength and guidance." Sharon is survived by her husband, Edward; daughters, Carinna (Lawrence), New Brunswick, Sharon, Glace Bay, Maxine (John), Ontario, and April, Glace Bay; sons, Danny, Glace Bay, and Wade (Toni), Ontario; sisters, Doreen Schaffner, Ontario, Ann Rosta, Helen Burgess and Marjorie, all of Glace Bay; brothers, Richard, Sydney, Roy, Ontario, and Danny and Jack, both of Glace Bay. Also surviving Sharon are 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, Sharon was predeceased by brothers, Stanley and George, sisters, Barbara, Hope and Dolly and by her stepfather, Michael Currie. There will be a private visitation for family only, with cremation to follow and burial at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520. Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to patten@seaside.ns.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bernice Marshall 50, Membertou - It is great sadness that we announce the death of our mother, nanny, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother and friend, who passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008, at home. Bernice was a loved member of her community of Membertou. She took great pride in her position as a home-care worker, a job she held for 24 years. She had a great sense of humour, which led to many friendships with those she worked with as well as all community members in general. She leaves behind her two daughters, Marcella Marie and Miranda Anne, as well as the light of her life, her only granddaughter, Mackenzie Isabelle. Besides her children, she is survived by her mothers, Caroline Marshall and Isabel Paul, as well as her father, Francis Googoo; her 10 sisters, Roseanne (Joe) Sylvester, Josephine (Chris) LaPorte, Laura (Wade) Marshall, Donna (Donnie) Marshall, Virgina Marshall, Keah Googoo, all of Membertou, Bridget (Russell) Denny, Eskasoni, Shannon (Steve) Googoo, Kelly (Bobby) Gloade, both of Millbrook, and Paula Paul, Kingsclear; her 11 brothers, David (Terry Lynn) Marshall, Pius (Doreen) Marshall, Donald Jr. (Colleen) Marshall, Terry (Lee) Marshall, John Marshall, Simon (Adrianna) Marshall, Stephen Marshall, Robin (Noreen) Googoo, Darren (Lavina) Googoo, Glenn Googoo, all of Membertou, and Jason (Shauna) Googoo, Upper Tantallon; and by her partner of 21 years, Barry Moore Sr. She is also survived by her godfather, Clarence Gould and godmother, Marie Doucette; three godchildren, Lyle LaPorte, Rita Doucette and Rueben Tuplin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her dad, Donald Marshall Sr., her sisters, Donna Doris Gould, Madelaine Marshall (in infancy), her brother-in-law, Steven Anthony Gould and sister-in-law, Martha 'Denise' Marshall. Visitation for the late Ms. Marshall will be held at the home of her mother Isabel, 11 L'nu Ave., Membertou, starting Saturday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. and will continue until the funeral which is being celebrated on Monday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. at St. Anthony Daniel Church with Rev. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Interment in Membertou Memorial Garden, Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Douglas Putt 74, South Bar - Douglas Bernard Putt, 74, of Barrington Street, South Bar, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at the Halifax Infirmary. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Thomas and Catherine (MacDonald) Putt. Douglas was retired from Sydney Steel, where he worked in the railroad department. Surviving are his wife, Karen (Rudderham); daughter, Kelly (Kurk) Wilson, Ottawa, Ont.; son, Colin, Edmonton, Alta.; brothers, Gerald (Lori), Hamilton, Ont., and Ray (Carol), Arizona; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Douglas was predeceased by his son, Parker, sister, Mary and brothers, Vincent, Morris, Tom, James and John. There will be no visitation or service. Interment will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Joseph Eugene Vigneau Sr. March 19, 1933-Dec. 16, 2008 - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Joseph Eugene Vigneau Sr. on Dec. 16, 2008, at the age of 76. Born March 19, 1932, he succumbed to a lengthy illness in the loving care of his wife, Audrey. Joe is survived and will be greatly missed by his eight children, Joe Jr., Donald 'Duckie', Barbara, Shirley, Glenda, Charlie, Mark and Tina, along with 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He had two close friends, Barney and Dee that he enjoyed spending time with while here in Sydney. Joe was predeceased by his first wife and the mother of his eight children, Lina Elizabeth 'Sis', who's presence is still greatly missed, his parents, one brother, two sisters and his granddaughter, Theresa. Cremation will take place in Dawson City, Yukon, and his ashes will be brought back to Cape Breton to be laid to rest with his father and mother. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine 'Kay' Muise 76, New Waterford - Kay Muise, who passed away Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, is also survived by an aunt, Effie Campbell, New Waterford. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008, in the Parish of St. Leonard/Mount Carmel Church with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Recently ordered death certificates on line from the Nova Scota Archives and was going to write the Beaton Institute for copies of the 3 obits. The years are 1949, 1951, 2003. Noticed a previous posting asking for a obit look-up would appreciate the same if possible. Happy Holidays Bob Hull Lawrence, Massachusetts. **************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)

Thanks to all those who replied to my request for a look-up. One of the list-members is planning a visit this week so he is kindly checking for me. Paula

If someone on the list is going to the Beaton or NS Archives I'd appreciate a look-up for an obit from the 1908 Sydney Daily Post. Please reply off-list and I'll provide the details and page number. Thanks in advance. Paula Carr Victoria BC

Cape Breton Deaths December 18, 2008 Thursday Rosella Sarah 'Rose' (Morrison) Smith Sept.10, 1918 - Dec. 8, 2008 - Rosella Sarah 'Rose' (Morrison) Smith passed away Monday, Dec. 8, 2008. Born Sept. 10, 1918, and raised in Sydney Mines to Donald and Laura Morrison. Rose fell in love and married Gino Smith of Sydney and together they raised 10 children, six boys, Patrick (P.A.), Tom (Sharon), John (Louisa), Perino, Pino (Audrey), all living in Ontario, Orlando (Renee), living in the Annapolis Valley; and four daughters, Laura (Michael), Ontario, Madonna (Richard), Hall's Harbour N.S., Gina (Ron), Fort McMurray, and Joanne (Fraser), Tangier, N.S. Rose had 20 grandchildren, Wendy and Tracey, Martin and Joanne, Stephen, Troy, Tanya and Todd, Deborah and Peter, Lisa and RoseMarie, Tammy and Richard, Trevor and Georgia-Rose, Adam, Marco and Nolan. As well, Rose had 18 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Gino Smith, father and mother, Donald and Laura Morrison and two brothers, Tom and Johnny Morrison. Rose and Gino raised their family and opened their home to more than 39 foster children on 601 Alexandra St., Sydney and were well known by all their neighbours. Their's was a home that many used as a refuge in troubled times. Rose will be remembered for her tremendous love of cooking and sharing those delicious meals with whoever happened by; her kitchen table always had an extra chair for an unexpected guest. Rose enjoyed dancing, and encouraged her children to enjoy music and dancing. She often said, "Dance whenever you have the chance, it will keep you young!" Rose also enjoyed playing bingo, and often spoke fondly and laughingly of the wonderful times she had with her bingo friends in Sydney. She loved being in the company of her children and friends. In her later years, she was often referred to as 'Gypsy Rose' trave'ling to see her many sons and daughters in Fort McMurray, Ontario and the Annapolis Valley Rose's faith and her prayers to St. Jude gave her tremendous strength and her unconditional love for her family was truly remarkable. She never judged, just offered guidance and help whenever she could. She lived her entire life loving and caring for her family, never regretting a moment. In times of trouble or sickness, she would encourage us to "live one day at a time." Public visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel, 49 Welton St., Sydney on Sunday evening Dec. 21, 2008, from 7-9 p.m. Mom touched many lives during her 90 years and we look forward to meeting all of you that can attend. Funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony Daniel Church, Alexandra Street, Sydney at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, 2008. Family will greet friends and relatives after the service at St. Anthony Daniel Church. Family flowers only please. Donations in Rose's name can be made to St. Jude or a charity of your choice. Mom will be deeply missed by her family and friends, but this amazing woman will never be forgotten! Our world will never be the same. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Keptin Walter Daniel Denny Mi'kmaq Grand Council 58, Eskasoni - Walter Denny, 58, of 41 Denny's Lane, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008; the anniversary of his mother Clara's passing, surrounded by his loving family at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Keptin Levi R. and Clara (Gould) Denny. A member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni, he was extremely committed to his parish, St. Ann's, Chapel Island and above all, his faith. Walter was very active in the Cursillo Movement and the annual St. Ann De-Beaupre pilgrimage, Quebec. He served many years in volunteering his time to organize community events and activities, including, the rink, economic development, as well as serving as president of the Eskasoni Bowling League and coaching in local hockey. An entrepreneur, Walter operated Denny's General Store for 25 years as a partner with his father Levi R. He was employed as supervisor of maintenance and transportation with the Eskasoni School Board for 17 years until retirement in 1994. Walter was active in the MS Society and the CNIB and will be posthumously awarded Role Model of the Year for the Chief Allison M. Bernard Memorial High School, Eskasoni. Surviving are his wife of 39 years, the former Annie Marie Pierro; his 3 sons, Keptin Walter Jr. (Nicole), Dion (Angela), Coun. Leroy (Natalie); a daughter, Shelley Ann (Danny) Stevens; 13 grandchildren, Walter, Cody, Jaylynn, Kelly Anne, Yvette, Dionne, Bethany, Lenita, Leo-Levi, Jolly, John, Danielle, Dan K., all of Eskasoni; 2 brothers, Andrew 'Gally' (Darlene), Chapel Island, Charles 'Charlie' (Rosie), Eskasoni; and 2 sisters, Bridget Ann (Russell), Eskasoni, and Rebecca, Boston. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, several godchildren, by 5 aunts, Molly, Janie, Josephine, Virginia and Margaret and uncle, Ronnie. He was predeceased by a brother, Keptin Leonard P. and by an infant sister. Visitation will take place today, Thursday from 2-4 p.m.at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney, resuming this evening at 7 p.m. at the family residence 41 Denny's Lane, Eskasoni. A funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday at 1:30 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. Pieta "My God, How I Love Thee! St. Theresa of the Child Jesus." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine 'Kay' Muise 76, New Waterford - We regret to announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Kay Muise, 76, of St. Joseph Street, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Alex 'Brick' and Susie (MacDonald) Campbell. Kay was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church. In her early years, Kay worked at Breton Education Centre and the drycleaners. Kay loved playing darts, cards, and going to bingo. She was a member of the Army, Navy, Airforce, New Waterford. Kay will be remembered as a funny, kind, and caring woman. She is survived by her daughter, Valerie (JB), special daughter, Nicole (Lorne MacPherson); two sons, Jo Jo (Linda) and Raymond (Donna), all of New Waterford. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, J.R., Stephen, Jennifer, Amanda, Alishia, Bradley, Raymond Jr.; and three very special great-grandchildren, Matthew, Madison and Emma. Kay is survived by one brother, Joey Campbell; sisters, Dorothy Parr and Helen Campbell, all of New Waterford. Kay is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Kay was predeceased by her loving husband, Alby Muise and one sister, Mitt Bennett. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration for Kay will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church, with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Army, Navy, Airforce, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bernadette Rose Lettice 61, Sydney Mines - Bernadette Rose Lettice, 61, of Sydney Mines, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late John and Alice (Butts) Devoe. A loving wife and devoted mother and grandmother, Bernadette spent the bulk of her time caring for and nurturing her family and friends. She was a member of Trinity Anglican Church and was employed as a supervisor with the Northside School Board cleaning staff for over 20 years. She is survived by her husband, Daniel; daughters, Jean Marie Rendell, Sydney Mines, Linda (Bill), Boularderie; sons, Jimmy (Dawna), Sydney, Greg (Kim), Sydney Mines, and Darrell (Rachel), Sydney Mines. Also surviving are sisters, Doris McLean, Claire (John) Cousins, Linda Devoe (Paul), Louise (Steve) Moran; and brothers, Dennis (Janet), Martin, Kenneth (Marlene), Todd (Lynn); her sister-in-law, Eileen in Boularderie; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brothers, Jimmy and Eugene. At Bernadette's request there will be no visitation. Funeral services will be celebrated Friday at 3 p.m. in the Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Peter Rafuse officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Cemetery at a later date. As memorials, donations may be made to the Sydney Cancer Centre at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine Delores (Gallagher) Fraser Toronto, Ont. - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Catherine Delores (Gallagher) Fraser, 62, Toronto, Ont., on Nov. 21, 2008. Born in Sydney, N.S., she was the daughter of the late Patrick and Emily Gallagher and was predeceased by her husband, Glen in 2007. Left to mourn her loss are daughters, Karrie, Kelly and six grandchildren, all in Ontario; sisters, Mary (Buddy) Wall, Sydney, Lucille, B.C.; brothers, Greg, Ontario, John, New Brunswick and many nieces and nephews. A funeral mass was held Nov. 28, 2008 at St. Maria Goretti Church in Scarborough, Ont. with Fr. Edwin officiating. Interment at a later date in Sydney, N.S. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Yes folks, we had SNOW today.......10 cm and more to come tonight.....& wind chill of -17C.....which is very cold for Vancovuer.....the dampness goes right through you......when thawing out, it's just a burning sensation which is very painful...... Roads are a mess, very slippery, yes they are salted, but it's mixed with sand.....which in itself is dangerous as sand has an oil base, and thrown over ice, is a killer. I worked outside for six hours today, doing the Christmas Kettles, on the windest (sis) street corner in Vancouver...and the snow was heavy, along with bitterly cold wind,,,,,,,,,bbbuuuurrrrrrrrrrrrrr...... Even the finger tips are still thawing out, and they were in mitts...... I've got five more days left of this and then it's indoors til next spring sometime.....I will be hibernating like a bear and staying nice and warm... Good ole Cape Breton Hot Chocolate made with can milk sure feels good right now....... I see the obits finally came through......... Carol in freezing Vancouver, BC **************************************

Hi folks, I've tried for years to find out anything on my ggg-grandfather(Donald Campbell),but have come up with absolutely nothing. He left Scotland anytime between 1790-1820,so too early for the 1841 Scottish census, and way too early for the 1881 Inverness ,CB census. My 3 main sources are: Hart's historical family sketches(1960) A Presbyterian Minister (1920's) McDougal's History of Inverness County(1922) I'm wondering if it's viable or even possible that I find all Donald Campbells in Cape Breton and try and eliminate them as much as possible, surely there are not too many. Any suggestions ? Try to do or say something nice to someone today ! _________________________________________________________________ Discover the new Windows Vista http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=windows+vista&mkt=en-US&form=QBRE

Bernie, In " A Dictionary of Scottish Emigrants to Canada Before Confederation" Volume 2 Donald Whyte lists 25 Donald Campbell's that emigrated. If you could tell me from whence he came and to where he went, I could narrow this down for you. His birth year could also narrow down even further. Regards, Stanley ----- Original Message ----- From: "bernie hanlon" <berniehanlon@hotmail.com> To: <ns-cape-breton-l@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 10:14 PM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Is this method of family search viable ? > > Hi folks, > I've tried for years to find out anything on my > ggg-grandfather(Donald Campbell),but have come up with absolutely nothing. > He left Scotland anytime between 1790-1820,so too early for the 1841 > Scottish census, and way too early for the 1881 Inverness ,CB census. > My 3 main sources are: > Hart's historical family sketches(1960) > A Presbyterian Minister (1920's) > McDougal's History of Inverness County(1922) > I'm wondering if it's viable or even possible that I find all Donald > Campbells in Cape Breton and try and eliminate them as much as possible, > surely there are not too many. > Any suggestions ? > > Try to do or say something nice to someone today ! > > > _________________________________________________________________ > Discover the new Windows Vista > http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?q=windows+vista&mkt=en-US&form=QBRE > > ------------------------------- > 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

Wondering if anyone has this family in their family tree. John Beaton born abt 1807 married to Mary Ann Dickson/ Dixon born 13 Jan 1812,North West Arm,Sydney,N.S. Any help appreciated.Thanks Jackie

Greetings to the list. I've sent the obits out twice, once last night and once this am, but they are not showing up in the archives & I'm not receiving them via the archives. Now the archives may be down for upgrading, although I received two querries through the archives today.. I'm leaving the obits below, in case this does go through... Carol in very cold, windy & more SNOW......Vancovuer, BC ******************************************************** Cape Breton Deaths December 17, 2008 Wednesday Roderick 'Roddy' Byron Tomiczek 40, Glace Bay/New Waterford - It is with saddened hearts that we announce the sudden death of Roddy Tomiczek on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, in New Waterford. Born Feb. 3, 1968, in Ontario, he was the son of Murdock and Marilyn (MacLean) Tomiczek. Roddy was raised on Mahon Street, New Waterford, and for the past couple of years he was residing at Dorchester Street, Glace Bay. He was employed in Fort McMurray, Alta. Roddy loved sports and was an avid Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays fan. Roddy, also known as the 'Rodster' will always be remembered as a kind, loving soul who could always bring a smile to anyone's face. He was a very compassionate man to his family and friends. Roddy was a loving father, brother, son and friend and will always live on in our memories. Besides his parents, Roddy is survived by his fiancé, Shauna Doyle of Glace Bay; three daughters, Ashley (Kevin), Riley, Emma; two beautiful granddaughters, Emily, Lilia; and two stepdaughters, Markayla and Kendra. Roddy is also survived by his two sisters, Anna (David) Broad, Candice Tomiczek; nieces and nephews, Amanda, Allan, Michael, Stephanie Broad and Chloe and Brooklyn Tomiczek. He will be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and his life long friend, Joseph Perfect. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Doug MacDonald is Friday at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Agnes Church. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations in memory of Roddy may be made to the IWK Children's Hospital, Halifax. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. When the Gods love thee, they take them young and their souls are forever free. God saw you were getting tired, and a cure was not meant to be So he put his arms around you, and whispered come with me With tearful eyes we watched you, as we saw you pass away Although we love you deeply, we could not make you stay Your golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us . . . He only takes the best ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cleophas 'Lokie' Robinson 88, Glace Bay - We are saddened to announce the death of our precious mother, Cleo 'Lokie' Robinson, which occurred at home Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Lokie was born in 1920 in Glace Bay to the late Hugh and Ellen 'Nellie' (Nolan) McMullin and resided on Mansfield Street until last year. She is survived by her son, John T. (Louise Campbell); daughter, Rita (Peter MacInnis), with whom she resided, and her youngest daughter, Sheila (James Tate), who recently relocated from Toronto. She is also survived by her sisters, Faustina MacDougall, Lily Rhodes (John A.), Kaye McNeil (Fabe), Glace Bay, and Mary MacKinnon, Brockville. Nana will be missed by her three grandchildren, Francine Roper, Glace Bay, Anita LaPointe, Thunder Bay, Ont., and Justin MacInnis, Donkin, who she lovingly helped raise. Nanny is also survived by her two great-grandsons, Brett and Curtis Roper, who she dearly loved. 'Nana Lok' will be sadly missed by the 'girls next door,' Debbie, Leah and Emily MacIsaac. Mom also has numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Lokie was predeceased by her husband John in 1992, brothers, Justin, Dave, Hugh 'Lou' and Matty, sisters, Elizabeth 'Lizzie' MacNeil, Marie Redmond and Helen Stevens and her dear friend, Mary Butler. Mom was a lifetime member of the Coal Town Chorus and St. Anthony's choir. In her younger years, she was a cub scout leader and taught religion in her home. She loved to play bingo and enjoyed a good game of cards. She was a great cook and beautiful baker. A kind and generous person she shared with all and was always there for those in need. She was a gentle, talented mother who taught us well and passed on to us her strong Christian faith and generous ways. Lokie will be missed by all and forever loved and remembered. Visitation will take place today (Wednesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Anthony's Church with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with a reception to follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to St. Anthony's Cemetery Fund, palliative care or Cape Breton Cancer Treatment Centre. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Harold Robert Ings 61, North Sydney - Surrounded by the love of his family, Harold Robert Ings, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer on Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, Harold was the son of Vera (Chaisson) Ings of North Sydney and the late Charles Ings. Harold worked aboard the Marine Atlantic vessels for 35 years until his retirement. Besides his mother Vera, Harold leaves behind his beloved wife of 38 years, Shirley (Humeniuk) Ings, formerly of Whitney Pier, who will miss him deeply. His beloved son Stephen and wife Lindsay, Dartmouth, much treasured and loved grandsons, Zachary and Noah who will miss him very much as they were 'Poppy's boys'. Also surviving are his sisters, Charlene and Alice, both of North Sydney, Barbara Tricco and her husband Neil, Newfoundland; and his extended family, father and mother-in-law, Steve and Rose Humeniuk, Whitney Pier; sister-in-law, Donna Barrington and her husband Ed, Portage; brothers-in-law, Dan Humeniuk and his wife Cathy, Port Hawkesbury, Wayne Humeniuk and his wife Monica, Winnipeg, Steve Humeniuk Jr. and his wife Betty, Sydney River; his special uncle, Angus Ings, Sydney Mines; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, also godchildren, Philip Doody, Trinity Ings and Laura Humeniuk. In keeping with Harold's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral service will be held for Harold at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney with Rev. Peter Rafuse officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Harold will live in our hearts forever. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ethel M. Herridge Hallé Levis, Que. - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Ethel M. Herridge Hallé on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at the Hotel Dieu, Lévis, Qué. surrounded by her loving family. Born in North Sydney in 1913, the daughter of George Herridge and Margaret Hamilton, she was predeceased by her husband, Lucien Hallé, pilot, St. Lawrence River in 1966, two brothers, Daniel and Charles, two sisters, Geneva and Marguerite, her niece's husband, Robert (Bob) Clarke and most recently her son, Peter in 2007. Ethel is survived by one daughter, Marguerite Morissette, St. Romuald, Qué.; three sons, Paul, Emile and Mark, all of Québec City; as well as nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, several nephews and nieces, in particular, Shirley Clarke of North Sydney, and great-nephews and nieces, some of whom live in the North Sydney area. Ethel was an adherent member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church and a member of the North Sydney Senior Citizens and Pensioners Club where she served as secretary treasurer for many years. Ethel was cremated in Québec. Her ashes, along with those of her son, Peter, will be taken to North Sydney in the summer of 2009 for a simple family burial and tribute at the Lakeview Cemetery. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Josephine MacDonald Dover, NH - Josephine MacDonald, 93, died peacefully, surrounded by her family at Bellamy Fields Assisted Living Facility in Dover. Born in New Waterford, N.S., Canada, on July 25, 1915, she was the daughter of Frank and Susan (Colbert) Rice. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Dr. John A. MacDonald; daughter, Leone Edwards and husband Joe, Zephyerhills, Fla.; sons, Frank, Kittery, Me., and John B. and wife Donna, Dover; grandchildren, Todd Edwards, Dale Edwards and Daniel J. MacDonald; and her sister, Marguerette Caldwell, Canada. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Richard, sisters, Carmella and Veronica and her granddaughter, Tracey L. MacDonald. Memorials in her name made be made to the charity of your choice. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths December 17, 2008 Wednesday Roderick 'Roddy' Byron Tomiczek 40, Glace Bay/New Waterford - It is with saddened hearts that we announce the sudden death of Roddy Tomiczek on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, in New Waterford. Born Feb. 3, 1968, in Ontario, he was the son of Murdock and Marilyn (MacLean) Tomiczek. Roddy was raised on Mahon Street, New Waterford, and for the past couple of years he was residing at Dorchester Street, Glace Bay. He was employed in Fort McMurray, Alta. Roddy loved sports and was an avid Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays fan. Roddy, also known as the 'Rodster' will always be remembered as a kind, loving soul who could always bring a smile to anyone's face. He was a very compassionate man to his family and friends. Roddy was a loving father, brother, son and friend and will always live on in our memories. Besides his parents, Roddy is survived by his fiancé, Shauna Doyle of Glace Bay; three daughters, Ashley (Kevin), Riley, Emma; two beautiful granddaughters, Emily, Lilia; and two stepdaughters, Markayla and Kendra. Roddy is also survived by his two sisters, Anna (David) Broad, Candice Tomiczek; nieces and nephews, Amanda, Allan, Michael, Stephanie Broad and Chloe and Brooklyn Tomiczek. He will be sadly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and his life long friend, Joseph Perfect. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Doug MacDonald is Friday at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Agnes Church. Cremation to follow. Memorial donations in memory of Roddy may be made to the IWK Children's Hospital, Halifax. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. When the Gods love thee, they take them young and their souls are forever free. God saw you were getting tired, and a cure was not meant to be So he put his arms around you, and whispered come with me With tearful eyes we watched you, as we saw you pass away Although we love you deeply, we could not make you stay Your golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us . . . He only takes the best ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cleophas 'Lokie' Robinson 88, Glace Bay - We are saddened to announce the death of our precious mother, Cleo 'Lokie' Robinson, which occurred at home Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Lokie was born in 1920 in Glace Bay to the late Hugh and Ellen 'Nellie' (Nolan) McMullin and resided on Mansfield Street until last year. She is survived by her son, John T. (Louise Campbell); daughter, Rita (Peter MacInnis), with whom she resided, and her youngest daughter, Sheila (James Tate), who recently relocated from Toronto. She is also survived by her sisters, Faustina MacDougall, Lily Rhodes (John A.), Kaye McNeil (Fabe), Glace Bay, and Mary MacKinnon, Brockville. Nana will be missed by her three grandchildren, Francine Roper, Glace Bay, Anita LaPointe, Thunder Bay, Ont., and Justin MacInnis, Donkin, who she lovingly helped raise. Nanny is also survived by her two great-grandsons, Brett and Curtis Roper, who she dearly loved. 'Nana Lok' will be sadly missed by the 'girls next door,' Debbie, Leah and Emily MacIsaac. Mom also has numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Lokie was predeceased by her husband John in 1992, brothers, Justin, Dave, Hugh 'Lou' and Matty, sisters, Elizabeth 'Lizzie' MacNeil, Marie Redmond and Helen Stevens and her dear friend, Mary Butler. Mom was a lifetime member of the Coal Town Chorus and St. Anthony's choir. In her younger years, she was a cub scout leader and taught religion in her home. She loved to play bingo and enjoyed a good game of cards. She was a great cook and beautiful baker. A kind and generous person she shared with all and was always there for those in need. She was a gentle, talented mother who taught us well and passed on to us her strong Christian faith and generous ways. Lokie will be missed by all and forever loved and remembered. Visitation will take place today (Wednesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Anthony's Church with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with a reception to follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to St. Anthony's Cemetery Fund, palliative care or Cape Breton Cancer Treatment Centre. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Harold Robert Ings 61, North Sydney - Surrounded by the love of his family, Harold Robert Ings, beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer on Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, Harold was the son of Vera (Chaisson) Ings of North Sydney and the late Charles Ings. Harold worked aboard the Marine Atlantic vessels for 35 years until his retirement. Besides his mother Vera, Harold leaves behind his beloved wife of 38 years, Shirley (Humeniuk) Ings, formerly of Whitney Pier, who will miss him deeply. His beloved son Stephen and wife Lindsay, Dartmouth, much treasured and loved grandsons, Zachary and Noah who will miss him very much as they were 'Poppy's boys'. Also surviving are his sisters, Charlene and Alice, both of North Sydney, Barbara Tricco and her husband Neil, Newfoundland; and his extended family, father and mother-in-law, Steve and Rose Humeniuk, Whitney Pier; sister-in-law, Donna Barrington and her husband Ed, Portage; brothers-in-law, Dan Humeniuk and his wife Cathy, Port Hawkesbury, Wayne Humeniuk and his wife Monica, Winnipeg, Steve Humeniuk Jr. and his wife Betty, Sydney River; his special uncle, Angus Ings, Sydney Mines; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, also godchildren, Philip Doody, Trinity Ings and Laura Humeniuk. In keeping with Harold's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral service will be held for Harold at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney with Rev. Peter Rafuse officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Harold will live in our hearts forever. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ethel M. Herridge Hallé Levis, Que. - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Ethel M. Herridge Hallé on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2008, at the Hotel Dieu, Lévis, Qué. surrounded by her loving family. Born in North Sydney in 1913, the daughter of George Herridge and Margaret Hamilton, she was predeceased by her husband, Lucien Hallé, pilot, St. Lawrence River in 1966, two brothers, Daniel and Charles, two sisters, Geneva and Marguerite, her niece's husband, Robert (Bob) Clarke and most recently her son, Peter in 2007. Ethel is survived by one daughter, Marguerite Morissette, St. Romuald, Qué.; three sons, Paul, Emile and Mark, all of Québec City; as well as nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, several nephews and nieces, in particular, Shirley Clarke of North Sydney, and great-nephews and nieces, some of whom live in the North Sydney area. Ethel was an adherent member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church and a member of the North Sydney Senior Citizens and Pensioners Club where she served as secretary treasurer for many years. Ethel was cremated in Québec. Her ashes, along with those of her son, Peter, will be taken to North Sydney in the summer of 2009 for a simple family burial and tribute at the Lakeview Cemetery. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Josephine MacDonald Dover, NH - Josephine MacDonald, 93, died peacefully, surrounded by her family at Bellamy Fields Assisted Living Facility in Dover. Born in New Waterford, N.S., Canada, on July 25, 1915, she was the daughter of Frank and Susan (Colbert) Rice. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Dr. John A. MacDonald; daughter, Leone Edwards and husband Joe, Zephyerhills, Fla.; sons, Frank, Kittery, Me., and John B. and wife Donna, Dover; grandchildren, Todd Edwards, Dale Edwards and Daniel J. MacDonald; and her sister, Marguerette Caldwell, Canada. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Richard, sisters, Carmella and Veronica and her granddaughter, Tracey L. MacDonald. Memorials in her name made be made to the charity of your choice. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hi Lauren, The Acadians had the custom of marking graves with a white cross, sometimes it was fancy and called a French Cross. The native people adopted this custom and it remains today. Charlene On 15-Dec-08, at 6:50 PM, lauren macdonald wrote: > May as well throw out another question to any locals - I have a > picture I took along the main highway heading toward Baddeck (or > maybe it was after baddeck heading away from Boularderie - It is a > cemetery right along the highway with all wood looking white > crosses. I thought it was an Indian cemetery, but my fiance said it > couldn't be because indians wouldn't have crosses (?) - there is > also a big crucifix stature in the center of cemetery. > > --- On Mon, 12/15/08, lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> wrote: > From: lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > To: caperfca@sympatico.ca, wilfmorley@eastlink.ca, ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com > , Ds20065@aol.com > Date: Monday, December 15, 2008, 5:46 PM > > Thanks for all your answers - > ok -Wilfred's description was sort of easy to follow, then i was > thrown by > George's comment and now Don has me more lost than I was when i > started. > Guess I should have explained why I am asking. Again, for this book > I'm > working (still) on for Xmas - I have some pictures I took when > visiting > Boularderie and just wanted to write a sentence or paragraph about > where the > pictures are from. I have signs from Big, Little and plain Bras d'Or. > One picture is the water by the little red general store right along > the > highway, then across the water from there, the big church with > cemetery behind > it. Some are from the other side of highway (where at edge you could > see Seal > island bridge - one is a barn that says "Sealladh de Mara" on it. I > thought I was in all three places as I was driving around, but now I'm > thinking they just put those signs up to confuse tourists like me! > > Not to mention the confusion of the fact that Bras d"Or lake would > seem to > me to be ocean. > > > --- On Mon, 12/15/08, Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> wrote: > From: Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> > Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > To: caperfca@sympatico.ca, wilfmorley@eastlink.ca, ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com > Date: Monday, December 15, 2008, 5:01 PM > > According to the Place Names and Places in Nova Scotia 1974 , there > are in > fact TWO Little Bras d'Or, > "The two communities which share this place name, Little Bras d'Or and > > Little Bras d'Or South Side are located about three miles apart on > the east > side > of the Little Bras d'Or. > I have an engagement in a few minutes and when I return I will do up > the > complete article for your digesting. > 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 > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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 > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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

The cemetery was probably the First Nation Cemetery at Waycobah (Whycocomagh), or the First Nation Cemetery at Nyanza. Both of these Cemeteries had white wooden crosses, as well as grave stones. Nelson ----- Original Message ----- From: "lauren macdonald" <swayball20@yahoo.com> To: <caperfca@sympatico.ca>; <wilfmorley@eastlink.ca>; <ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com>; <Ds20065@aol.com> Sent: Monday, December 15, 2008 6:50 PM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > May as well throw out another question to any locals - I have a picture I > took along the main highway heading toward Baddeck (or maybe it was after > baddeck heading away from Boularderie - It is a cemetery right along the > highway with all wood looking white crosses. I thought it was an Indian > cemetery, but my fiance said it couldn't be because indians wouldn't have > crosses (?) - there is also a big crucifix stature in the center of > cemetery. > > --- On Mon, 12/15/08, lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> wrote: > From: lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> > Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > To: caperfca@sympatico.ca, wilfmorley@eastlink.ca, > ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com, Ds20065@aol.com > Date: Monday, December 15, 2008, 5:46 PM > > Thanks for all your answers - > ok -Wilfred's description was sort of easy to follow, then i was thrown by > George's comment and now Don has me more lost than I was when i started. > Guess I should have explained why I am asking. Again, for this book I'm > working (still) on for Xmas - I have some pictures I took when visiting > Boularderie and just wanted to write a sentence or paragraph about where > the > pictures are from. I have signs from Big, Little and plain Bras d'Or. > One picture is the water by the little red general store right along the > highway, then across the water from there, the big church with cemetery > behind > it. Some are from the other side of highway (where at edge you could see > Seal > island bridge - one is a barn that says "Sealladh de Mara" on it. I > thought I was in all three places as I was driving around, but now I'm > thinking they just put those signs up to confuse tourists like me! > > Not to mention the confusion of the fact that Bras d"Or lake would seem to > me to be ocean. > > > --- On Mon, 12/15/08, Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> wrote: > From: Ds20065@aol.com <Ds20065@aol.com> > Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > To: caperfca@sympatico.ca, wilfmorley@eastlink.ca, > ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com > Date: Monday, December 15, 2008, 5:01 PM > > According to the Place Names and Places in Nova Scotia 1974 , there are in > fact TWO Little Bras d'Or, > "The two communities which share this place name, Little Bras d'Or and > > Little Bras d'Or South Side are located about three miles apart on the > east > side > of the Little Bras d'Or. > I have an engagement in a few minutes and when I return I will do up the > complete article for your digesting. > 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 > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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 > > > > > > ------------------------------- > 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 16, 2008 Tuesday Cleophas (Lokie) Robinson 88, Glace Bay - We are saddened to announce the death of our precious mother, Cleo (Lokie) Robinson, which occurred at home Monday, Dec. 15, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Lokie was born in 1920 in Glace Bay to the late Hugh and Ellen (Nellie) Nolan McMullin and resided on Mansfield Street until last year. She is survived by her son, John T. (Louise Campbell); daughter, Rita (Peter MacInnis), with whom she resided, and her youngest daughter, Sheila (James Tate), who recently relocated from Toronto. She is also survived by her sisters, Faustina MacDougall, Lily Rhodes (John A.), Kaye McNeil (Fabe), Glace Bay, and Mary MacKinnon, Brockville. Nana will be missed by her three grandchildren, Francine Roper, Glace Bay, Anita LaPointe, Thunder Bay, Ont., and Justin MacInnis, Donkin, who she lovingly helped raise. Nanny is also survived by her two great-grandsons, Brett and Curtis Roper, who she dearly loved. 'Nana Lok' will be sadly missed by the 'girls next door,' Debbie, Leah and Emily MacIsaac. Mom also has numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Lokie was predeceased by her brothers, Justin, Dave, Hugh (Lou) and Matty, sisters, Elizabeth (Lizzie) MacNeil, Marie Redmond and Helen Stevens and her dear friend, Mary Butler. Mom was a lifetime member of the Coal Town Chorus and St. Anthony's choir. In her younger years, she was a cub scout leader and taught religion in her home. She loved to play bingo and enjoyed a good game of cards. She was a great cook and beautiful baker. A kind and generous person she shared with all and was always there for those in need. She was a gentle, talented mother who taught us well and passed on to us her strong Christian faith and generous ways. Lokie will be missed by all and forever loved and remembered. Visitation will take place Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 10 a.m. from St. Anthony's Church with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with a reception to follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to St. Anthony's Cemetery Fund, palliative care or Cape Breton Cancer Treatment Centre. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Russell John MacDonald Sydney Mines - It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Russell John MacDonald, announce his sudden passing at the age of 44, on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, in a house fire along with the family pets, Sasha, Casey and Moe. Born on July 16, 1964, in Sydney Mines, N.S., he attended Memorial High School and became an electrician with his own contracting company, Live Lines. Russell was predeceased by his parents, Mary (MacIntyre) and Russell MacDonald and many aunts and uncles. He is survived by his wife and soulmate, Beth (Matthews); his five cherished children, Tiffany, Mary-Beth, Matthew, Hannah and Eddie; his brothers and sisters, Colleen (Kevin McGean), Denise (Joe Bianchini), Marvin (Noelle), Sharon (Jason Lettice) and Trevor (Catherine). He is also survived by many aunts and uncles and by brothers-in law and sisters-in-law, Debbie Moore (Howie), Barbara MacDonald (David), Joanne Jardine (Sandy), Georgina MacLeod (Ian), Jim (Stephen) and Donna Landry (Bob Hicks). Russell will also be deeply missed by close friends George MacMullin, Sheldon and Carolyn Forrest, Paris Landry, Colin and Margaret Devoe, Mike and Dee McDonald, Janet Wilkie and Sharon Cousins. Russell was a truly dedicated father, husband and brother. He was a source of great strength, dedication and compassion for his family and his community. In a quiet and understated way, he helped many and was deeply thought of in Sydney Mines, the Northside and beyond. Beth and his children were everything to Russell and with time, they will overcome their grief and loss to honour his spirit and his example. Over the years, Russell also coached several sports teams, most recently the basketball team of his youngest daughter Hannah, the Jubilee Lakers. Russell's funeral will take place in Immaculate Conception Church, 49 Convent St., Sydney Mines, Wednesday Dec. 17, 2008, at 2 p.m., Fr. Dan MacLennan will conduct the mass. A reception will follow at the John J. Nugent Firemen's Centre, Sydney Mines. Donations in Russell's memory may be made to the IWK Foundation. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Helen (Green) Hatcher 88, North Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our dear wife and mother, Helen Hatcher of Pleasant Street, North Sydney, and recently of Harbour View Hospital, Sydney Mines, on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008. Born in North Sydney, Helen was the daughter of the late Stan and Katherine (Morrison) Green. She was raised in a family of six children, two sisters and three brothers. Helen was a quiet woman who smiled easily and whose most enjoyment in life was spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren. She was a gentle soul who will be greatly missed by all who loved her. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney. Helen is survived by her husband, Gordon 'Smokey' Hatcher; and her seven children, Ted (Elaine) Hatcher, North Sydney, Rita (Raymond) MacKinnon, Sydney, Philip (Shelley) Hatcher, Diane (Kim), Stan (Heather) Hatcher, all of North Sydney, Calvin (Donna) Hatcher Sydney Mines, and David Hatcher, L'Arche Cape Breton; her 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her brother, Charles 'Sonny' Green. She was predeceased by her sisters, Elizabeth Moores and Nina Luffman and brothers, Sid and Gordon Green. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff of the Harbour View facility for their genuine care and concern for our wonderful mother. They made our mother's last few years happy and worry free. A special thank you to her roommate and friend, Margaret MacLean. There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service for Helen will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Rev. Gloria McClure-Fraser officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to L'Arche Cape Breton, Whycocomagh, B0E 2K0. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Roderick Joseph MacNeil 84, Glace Bay - It s with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father and friend, Roderick Joseph 'Roddie' MacNeil, which occurred Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late Allan and Effie MacNeil. Roddie was a member of St. Anne's parish. He enlisted in the Canadian Armed Forces during the Second World War. When he returned home, he drove taxi before entering heavy construction, where he worked as a carpenter and supervisor. Roddie frequently visited Iona and Christmas Island and was an avid hockey fan. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rita; their sons, John (Gina), Niagara Falls, N.Y., Mike, Paul and Bernie, all of Glace Bay; daughter-in-law, Tanya, Glace Bay; brother, Bernie, Iona; sister, Theresa Bain, Vancouver, B.C.; sisters-in-law, Dolores 'Cookie' MacNeil and Eleanor MacNeil, both of Glace Bay; and his very dear friend, Peggy Hiscott. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sons, Jimmie, Roddie and Martin, brothers, Johnny, Francis, Lennie, Angus, Malcolm and Michael, sister, Peggy. Visitation today (Tuesday) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Wednesday, 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church, Rev. Leo Boone officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations are suggested to your charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sylvia 'Bugsy Brenna' M. Young 68, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of their mother, sister and grandmother on Dec. 13, 2008. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Sylvain and Violet Christina (Cameron) Brenna. Bugsy was a kind and generous person, had many, many friends, loved bingo, cooking and baking and attending flea markets. She is survived by one daughter, Helen (Kevin) and her twin daughters, Sylvia and Ashley; son, Donald (Norma), their daughters, Angela and Lindsay; son, (Poco) Harold, Jr.; sisters, Lorrine, Germaine and Betty (Wayne) Gillis; brothers, Tony (Judy), Sylvain (Pierrette), Phonse (Marion), Donny (Margaret-Ann) and Jerry 'Jooky' (Sis) and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by brothers, Eddy, Henry and Johnny, sister, Carmel in infancy. Visitation will take place Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Bugsy's life will take place Thursday, Dec. 18, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/Mt. Carmel Church, with Fr. Gerald Campbell officiating, with cremation to follow and interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery at a later date. A luncheon will be held at St. Agnes parish hall, Convent Street, all are invited. Donations in Bugsy's memory can be made to the New Waterford Volunteer Fire Department. To send online condolences to the family, go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Carmel (Lorway) Chase 1939-2008 - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carmel (Lorway) Chase on Dec. 13, 2008, at the QEII Health Services Centre, Halifax. Carmel was born in Sydney, N.S., and for a number of years she spent in parts of Canada where her late husband, Earl Chase would be posted. She later settled in Canso, N.S., where she spent many hours with the people there in the town she loved so dear. She has gone home to be embraced by her late father and mother, John Lorway and Charlotte (Spears) Lorway; her twin sister, Joan Lorway and her late husband, Earl Chase. She leaves behind her loving partner and friend, Danny Parker, Canso; daughters, Carol Ann Steel, Sydney, Darlene Hardy (Robert), Grand Prairie, Alta., Wendy Chase (David), Hammonds Plains, Barbara Cater (Dennis), Halifax, Joan Chase (Kevin), Halifax; and son, Stephen Chase (Barb), Grand Prairie, Alta. She is also survived by sisters, Jane (Sid) LaRusic, Sydney, Sr. Margaret Ann Lorway fj., Moncton, N.B.; and brother, Ronald (Shirley) Lorway; along with 14 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Carmel worked at Sears Canada for 28 years and after moving to Canso became a member of the Royal Canadian Legion. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008, at 10 a.m. at St. Ignatius Church, Bedford, with Fr. Lloyd O'Neil officiating, this service will be followed by a reception. The remains will then be moved to Canso where a mass of celebration will be held for Carmel, Thursday, Dec. 18, 2008, at 2 p.m. in Star of The Sea Church, celebrant Fr. Danny Boudreau. Committal will be in Star of The Sea Cemetery in Canso. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of N.S. or to a charity of your choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jeannette Mary Walsh, RN - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Jeannette on Dec. 7, 2008, in her 91st year. Jeannette was born in Sydney to the late Allan A. and Annie (McNally) MacDonald. She left Sydney after graduating from Holy Angels Convent for the Montreal General Hospital, where she completed her training to become an RN. In 1942, she joined the Royal Canadian Army Corps (nursing division) and was stationed in Horley, England with the 24th General Hospital. Upon her return to Canada she worked at St. Anne de Bellevue Veterans Hospital and was later transferred to the Queen Mary Veterans' Hospital in Montreal. When discharged, she returned to Sydney, where she worked at St. Rita and City hospitals before moving to Halifax in 1958, retiring as administrative supervisor at the Victoria General Hospital in 1977. Jeannette was predeceased by her husband, Daniel Walsh, Sydney; and is survived by her daughter, Winnifred (Kenneth Banfield) and loving grandchildren, Melissa (Jason Murphy) and Johnny. She is survived by her sister, Dorothy Brocklehurst, Sydney. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Wilfred, Alvin 'Eddy', Eldred 'Bubby' and Elmer. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly. After moving to Dartmouth upon retirement, Jeannette travelled extensively and became an active member of her community. She belonged to many groups and organizations including St. Anthony's Parish Catholic Women's League, Dartmouth North Seniors' Club, where she remained president for 10 years, and the senior choir. In 2001, Jeannette received a certificate from the senior citizen centre for 25 years of volunteer service. Jeannette remained active her entire life and was a regular at the Dartmouth Sportsplex aqua aerobics and silver strutter's tap dancing group. The family would like to thank all of the staff and volunteers at Ocean View Manor, where Jeannette resided for her final three years. Words cannot express our gratitude for the exceptional care, compassion and friendship you all showed your "duchess" during her time with you. Jeannette loved to socialize with family and friends and was always up for a good party. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. The family received friends and relatives 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Wednesday in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home, 217 Portland St., Dartmouth. Funeral service was held 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008, in St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, 199 Windmill Rd., Dartmouth. Interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Dartmouth Seniors' Centre or charity of choice. E-mail condolences to condolences.mattatall@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Doris Edith McPherson 90, New Glasgow - Doris Edith McPherson, 90, of Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow, formerly of Belmont Street, Stellarton and Glace Bay, died Saturday, Dec. 13, 2008, in the Glen Haven Manor, New Glasgow. Born in Birch Grove, N.S., she was a daughter of the late Elijah and Drucilla (Hiscock) Clarke. Doris was a resident of the Glen Haven Manor the past two and a half years, having previously resided at Belmont Street, Stellarton and Glace Bay. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Stellarton, and a former member of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Glace Bay. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed various seniors' activities in Stellarton, after she moved there in 2000. While living in Glace Bay, she was involved with the Citizens Service League, taught nursery school and worked with Books on Wheels at the Glace Bay General Hospital. Surviving are son, Rev. Charles (Colleen), Stellarton; a sister, Phyllis LeClaire, Hamilton; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles, a daughter, Karen Jean, brothers, Edward, Norman, Jobe and William, sisters, Emmeline, Mildred and Mae. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Tuesday in the H.C. MacQuarrie Funeral Home, Stellarton. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday from the First Presbyterian Church, Stellarton, with Rev. Richard Sand officiating. Reception to follow in the church hall. Burial of ashes will take place in the Greenwood Cemetery, Glace Bay in the spring. Donations in memory of Doris may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Stellarton, or to St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Glace Bay. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Winston Kane 65, Brampton, Ont. - Winston Kane, 65, of Brampton, Ont., formerly of Welton Street, Sydney, passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in the Brampton Civic Hospital, with his loving family by his side. Surviving are his wife, Judy (Kauffman) Kane; sons, Michael and Steve; grandson, Christopher; granddaughters, Sarah and Rachel; sister, Mary Gaudet; brothers, Herb and George; sisters-in-law, Nancy (Gary) Maxwell and Connie Ross; brothers-in-law, Tommy Kauffman, David Kauffman, (Rosie), Michael Kauffman (Heather) and John Flynn. He was predeceased by his son, Glen and sister-in-law, Geraldine Flynn. A visitation and memorial service were held in Brampton, Thursday, Dec. 11, 2008. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

In a message dated 15/12/2008 18:46:59 Atlantic Standard Time, swayball20@yahoo.com writes: One picture is the water by the little red general store right along the highway, then across the water from there, the big church with cemetery behind it. Some are from the other side of highway (where at edge you could see Seal island bridge - one is a barn that says "Sealladh de Mara" on it. I thought I was in all three places as I was driving around, but now I'm thinking they just put those signs up to confuse tourists like me! Just got back in and after reading you message I think I can identify where your photo's are. The Little Red General Store I do believe is the old MacNeil General Store in what would be considered South Side Little Bras d'Or. Been in the shop several times in the past few years but the name of it fails to come to mind. The Church across the water is St. Joseph's R.C. and located in Little Bras d'Or. The third photo I believe is in Big Brad d'Or just a short distance from St. James Presbyterian Church. Will do up the remarks about the TWO Little Bras d'Or which you might find very interesting. Don

funny I was born and raised down there and am totally lost lol Have a great day all Carolyn ----- Original Message ----- From: "Wilfred Morley" <wilfmorley@eastlink.ca> To: <ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, December 15, 2008 5:21 PM Subject: [NS-CB] Boularderie and Bras D'or > > > Hi Lauren: > > Big Bras D'Or and Little Bras D'Or are both on Boulardarie Island. There > is > a twist. Big Bras D'Or is in Victoria county and the latter is in Cape > Breton county. Then there is Little Bras D'Or Southside which is also in > Cape Breton County. In most cases Little Bras D'Or is considered part of > the community Bras D'Or. I spent an afternoon in Big Bras D'Or and of > course I passed through Little Bras D'Or on the way from Sydney. In Big > Bras D'Or you get a splendid view of Seal Island Bridge. > > Hope this hasn't confused you completely. > > Cheers, > Wilf > > > > ------------------------------- > 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 >

Hi Lauren: Big Bras D'Or and Little Bras D'Or are both on Boulardarie Island. There is a twist. Big Bras D'Or is in Victoria county and the latter is in Cape Breton county. Then there is Little Bras D'Or Southside which is also in Cape Breton County. In most cases Little Bras D'Or is considered part of the community Bras D'Or. I spent an afternoon in Big Bras D'Or and of course I passed through Little Bras D'Or on the way from Sydney. In Big Bras D'Or you get a splendid view of Seal Island Bridge. Hope this hasn't confused you completely. Cheers, Wilf