Cape Breton Deaths August 08, 2008 Friday Gerald Keough 92, Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerald Keough, 92, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at 93 Leeside Dr., where he resided with his oldest son Ron. Gerald, known by many as 'Jerry' or 'Jed', was the oldest son of James and Elizabeth Keough (Haney) Heaney of French Street, Whitney Pier. He was predeceased by his wife, Bernadette (Bernie O'Neil). He was also predeceased by his parents, brother, Joseph (Joe), sister, Mary (Mamie) and his twin brother, Ronald. He is survived by his siblings, Madeline (Fitzgerald), Pierce, Jimmy and Anna (LeTourneau). Jerry's very full life was one he enjoyed thoroughly, especially those times spent with his family and friends. His capacity to help others will be missed by everyone. Jerry was a long-term employee of Dosco and Sydney Steel, retiring in 1980 after 46 years in the coke ovens department. During his latter years, some of Jerry's fondest memories were from his younger very active athletic days. He loved to reminisce about his many trips and adventures. He recently said that the one thing he would want to do one more time was 'play ball.' In the 1930s, Jerry was a well known sports figure. Know as 'lefty', he led the Sydney Wildcats to a Maritime championship. In deference to the 'batboy', Sam Murphy, Jerry was the last surviving member of this winning team. He also played hockey but it was 'playing ball' that he loved. Jerry remained active in sports for as long as possible. When he could no longer play ball, he and his wife Bernie became active bowlers. In the 40s, Jerry built his family home in Ashby where he and Bernie raised their five children. While living there, they were active members of St. Theresa's parish. During the past 24 years, he resided in Coxheath and attended Our Lady of Fatima. Like many Cape Bretoners, Jerry looked forward to the many visits by his children and grandchildren 'from away.' He missed them terribly. He made frequent trips across the country to visit with them as well. During these trips 'out west' Jerry was able to help his son Jack build his house in B.C. on Green Lake; sing along while his daughter Fran played the piano; watch his son Jerry Pat play oldtimers hockey and display the hockey skills he loved to watch; savour the wonderful meals his daughter Alayne prepared. At home, he zealously and competitively played cards with his son Ron. He loved helping Bernie make her delicious bread. He was proud of their garden producing some of the best tomatoes and rhubarb anywhere for family and friends to enjoy. He was proud of and loved his family dearly. For anyone that knew Jerry, his playfulness with and love of children was an endearing quality. His grandchildren, especially, have been left with many loving memories to cherish forever. Though their children moved 'away' to live and raise their families, Jerry along with his wife Bernie became surrogate grandparents/parents to a few young families living near them, and among these were the MacEachern girls, who they loved dearly. Gerald is survived and will be sadly missed by his five children, Fran (Alan Markwart), Victoria, Alayne (David Hopgood), Vancouver, Ron, Sydney, Jack, Green Lake, and Jerry-Pat (Kathy Leidl), Prince George; by his nine grandchildren, Priscilla and Jay Markwart; Amber, Elizabeth and Stephen Hopgood, David and Karen Keough; Sean Keough; Dennis Fricker; and two great- grandchildren, Taylor Hutchinson and Taylor Anne Fricker. Jerry was predeceased by his companion pet of 24 years, Bijou. Visitation will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 10. Funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River, at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 11. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Frances Gatza 68, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Frances Gatza, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2008, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Michael And Rose (Oliver) Nearing. Mary was a devoted wife and mother who loved spending time with her family. For many years, she enjoyed going on fishing trips, playing darts and going to bingo with her husband. She also enjoyed playing cards with her friends. Mary is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Floyer Gatza, the love of her life; three daughters, Rosemary, at home, Florene, New Waterford, and Wendy (George) Crummey, B.C.; one son, Shannon (Shauna), New Waterford; five grandchildren, Chris and Crystal Gatza, New Waterford, Natasha Crummey, B.C., Danae Gatza, New Waterford; and a very special grandson, Craig Gatza, at home. She is also survived by one sister, Theresa Gaetan (Benny) and two brothers, Tim (Pam) and Michael. Besides her parents, Mary was predeceased by one sister, Rose Nearing, By her request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A funeral service to celebrate Mary's life will be held 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 11 at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home Chapel, with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Donations in Mary's memory may be made to Palliative Care. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ella Mae (MacKinnon) Cameron - Ella Mae Cameron, 80, formerly of Sydney, passed away peacefully, in the presence of her family on Aug. 6, 2008. Born at Little Bras d'Or, she was the daughter of the late John Collins and Denise (Joiret Tourney) MacKinnon of Bras d'Or. She is survived by two sons, Dr. Stewart and his wife Cathy, Halifax, Barry and his wife Pamela, Chilliwack, B.C.; and three daughters, Shelley and her husband Al Parenteau, LeDuc, Alta., Denise and her husband Leo Cameron, Carrollton, Tex., and Tracey and her husband Karl Blomquist, Ottawa, Ont. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Martin James, her son, Graham Mitchell, her sister, Elizabeth Gamble and her brother James 'Spider' MacKinnon. She was a proud and caring grandmother of 16 grandchildren, Andrea, Lisa and Brooke Cameron, Halifax, Morgan, Wyatt, Tayler and Peyton Cameron, Chilliwack, Lindsay Cameron, Gillian, Samantha and Connor Findlay, LeDuc, Connie Lavigne-Terry, Halifax, and Paul Terry, Carrollton, and Jordan, Shane and Devon Blomquist, Ottawa as well as two great-grandchildren of Chilliwack. Also surviving are two sisters, Colleen Blom, Halifax, and Denise Young, Little Bras d'Or; and six brothers, Byron, Victoria, B.C., Joseph, Colin and Paul, Halifax, George, North Sydney and Gilbert, California. During the Second World War she was a member of the Canadian Women's Army Corps (CWAC) and held the rank of sergeant. Following her service she graduated from the Empire Business College. She was employed at the Sydney Steel Corp. general office, the Cape Breton Post and as a legal secretary for Sullivan Smith, Sydney. She was an accomplished seamstress and always 'matched her plaids and patterns.' Of all the things that mattered, the most important to her was her family. She was an amazing wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, neighbour and friend to all who knew her. She had a heart of gold, loved everyone and was easy to love. She opened her heart and home to family and friends and even to strangers. Ella was well known for her baking and cooking abilities and she loved to try new recipes. If she knew you were coming, she would be sure to have your favourite treat waiting for you. She was renowned for her scrabble prowess and flattened the best opponents. She was fiercely proud of being a Cape Bretoner and she and her sisters constantly travelled the island to attend concerts and Celtic events. A very special thank you to the staff of Robertson House in Ottawa for making Ella feel at home and for their loving care and attention to her every need. A heartfelt thanks goes out to the staff of Queensway - Carleton Hospital whose care and concern for both Ella and her family was exemplary. There will be no visitation at her request. Celebrations of her life will be held in Halifax and Sydney at dates to be announced. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Palliative Care at Queensway - Carleton Hospital in Ottawa, Ont. or to the Cameron Memorial Scholarship at Sydney Academy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Doris Acker 88, Dartmouth - Doris G. Acker, 88, Dartmouth, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Aug. 6, 2008, in Oakwood Terrace. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Michael H. and Frances (Roberts) Campbell. Doris was a longtime member of St. Anthony's parish, Dartmouth, and was a member of the CWL for over 40 years. She moved to Kitchener, Ont. during the war time to help out in a munitions factory. She worked as a lunch monitor at John Martin Junior High for several years. She enjoyed reading, skating, swimming and various crafts. Doris was never at a loss for words and thoroughly enjoyed sharing her life stories with anyone who would lend an ear. Her fun-loving spirit will be fondly remembered and missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her daughter, Susan (Gerrard) Garden, Enfield; sons, Harold, Dartmouth, Robert, Calgary, Michael (Carole), Ostrea Lake; eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 48 years, Harry E. Acker, sister, Kathleen, brother, David. Visiting 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8 in A.L. Mattatall Funeral Home. Funeral mass 9 a.m., Saturday in St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Fr. Jan Grotkowski officiating. Burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. E-mail condolences to: condolences.mattatall@ns.aliantzinc.ca, this may also be viewed at www.mem.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tom Marshall 71, Eskasoni - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Tom Marshall, 71, of Eskasoni. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his family. He was a member of the Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. He was born in Eskasoni and was the son of the late John P. and the late Martha (MacDonald) Marshall. Tom worked in Boston for 38 years as a carpenter. He is survived by his brothers, Peter, Albert (Murdena) and Gabriel. Also surviving are his godchildren, Michelle Marshall-Johnson, Donna Sylliboy and Betty Gould as well as many nieces and nephews. Tom was predeceased by his sister, Catherine Jeddore and brothers, Pius and Alfred Gerard. By his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A funeral mass to celebrate Tom's life will be held Saturday, Aug. 9 at 10:30 a.m. at the Holy Family parish of Eskasoni, with Fr. Martin MacDougall officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Meal and salite to follow at the Gabriel Centre, all are invited. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Wondering if anyone on the list might have the obituary for the following persons (1) Catherine Jean Carrigan AMEY, 1916 - 2003 (3) Roland John James AMEY died 14 OCT 1951, V. G. Hospital, Halifax. They are buried in St. John's Anglican Cemetery, Arichat. TIA Don

Many thanks to all who replied!...you all gave me "good" stuff! Marsha ----- Original Message ----- From: "James E. Roberts" <jerobert@nb.sympatico.ca> To: <marsha.mackay@ns.sympatico.ca>; <NS-CAPE-BRETON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 3:42 PM Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Looking for Evan Davies & wife Florence Smith in Greenwood Cemetery > Hello, > > At 02:59 PM 8/7/2008, rusty71259@aol.com wrote: >>I looked through 15 sections of Greenwood and only find one Evan J. Davies >>1891-1963 and his wife Katherine 1903-1986 >>Warren Moffatt > > > Since Florence (Smith) Davies died in 1931 at age 43, the above stone in > Greenwood likely reflects a second marriage. Not much help, I'm afraid. > > The 1911 census was no help as Florence apparently came to Canada ca 1921. > > Cheers, Jim

Hello, At 02:59 PM 8/7/2008, rusty71259@aol.com wrote: >I looked through 15 sections of Greenwood and only find one Evan J. >Davies 1891-1963 and his wife Katherine 1903-1986 >Warren Moffatt Since Florence (Smith) Davies died in 1931 at age 43, the above stone in Greenwood likely reflects a second marriage. Not much help, I'm afraid. The 1911 census was no help as Florence apparently came to Canada ca 1921. Cheers, Jim

Hi Listers, Looking for Evan Davies & wife Florence Smith in Greenwood Cemetery I'm helping a friend.....these are her grandparents...we know that Florence died in 1932 (vital stats death record) and that she is buried in Greenwood Cemetery. What we need are her husband's dates, if he's buried at Greenwood as well, and any "other" info which might be on the stone (she was born in England and he was born in Wales). Trying to track them back to British Isles, but there are too many Evan Davies, as it was a popular name. Thanks Marsha MacKay (marsha.mackay@ns.sympatico.ca)

I looked through 15 sections of Greenwood and only find one Evan J. Davies 1891-1963 and his wife Katherine 1903-1986 Warren Moffatt -----Original Message----- From: Marsha <marsha.mackay@ns.sympatico.ca> To: CAPE BRETON LIST <NS-CAPE-BRETON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Thu, 7 Aug 2008 1:33 pm Subject: [NS-CB] Looking for Evan Davies & wife Florence Smith in Greenwood Cemetery Hi Listers, Looking for Evan Davies & wife Florence Smith in Greenwood Cemetery I'm helping a friend.....these are her grandparents...we know that Florence died in 1932 (vital stats death record) and that she is buried in Greenwood Cemetery. What we need are her husband's dates, if he's buried at Greenwood as well, and any "other" info which might be on the stone (she was born in England and he was born in Wales). Trying to track them back to British Isles, but there are too many Evan Davies, as it was a popular name. Thanks Marsha MacKay (marsha.mackay@ns.sympatico.ca) ------------------------------- 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 August 07, 2008 Thursday Ellen J. Eavis 90, North Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ellen Jane Eavis, 90, resident of Sunrise Drive, George's River, on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Ramea, N.L., she was a daughter of the late Timothy and Suzanna (Sibley) Hatcher and she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney. She is survived by three daughters, Lana (Cordell) Brown, George's River, Karen (Eugene) Benac, North Sydney, Lucille (Skip) Colwell, Dartmouth; four sons, Clayton (Joan) Eavis, Oshawa, Glen (Noreen) Eavis, Chesley Jr. (Jean) Eavis, both of North Sydney, Edwin (Judy) Eavis, Newmarket, Ont. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Chesley Eavis, an infant son, Wayne Eavis, sisters, Jessie (Dominic) Augustus, Carrie (Bill) Keeping, Florence (Wallace) Kendall, Olive (George) Payne, brothers, Joe (Violet) Hatcher, George (Olive) Hatcher, Clem (Melita) Hatcher and Russell Hatcher. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. The funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Saturday at St. Matthew Wesley United Church with Rev. David Luker officiating. Burial to follow at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Reception following burial at church hall. Memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wallace Wesley (Nick) Clare Victoria Mines, N.S. Feb. 16, 1913-Aug. 6, 2008 - Wallace Wesley (Nick) Clare, 95, of Victoria Mines, passed away Aug. 6, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with his family by his side. Born in Sackville, N.B., to the late Walter and Daphne (Bickerton) Clare. Nick moved to Sydney at an early age. He has resided in Victoria Mines since 1947. Nick worked in the roll shop department of the former Sydney Steel Corp. He retired at age 58 and enjoyed many years of his retirement working in his basement workshop turning out wooden crafts which he happily gave away to family and friends. Nick is survived by his daughter, Joyce, Victoria Mines; son, Wally (Gail), Howie Centre. Papa is also survived by his three devoted grandchildren, Lauren (Sean) Duggan, Howie Centre, Mark (Lauren), Yarmouth, and Kevin, Howie Centre. Papa is also survived by his precious great-grandson, Cameron Duggan; also by his sister, Dorothy, Ontario. Dad lived his life for his family. He was a wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather and will be dearly missed. Nick was a veteran of the Second World War and served overseas for over four years with the Royal Canadian Engineers. He served in England, France, Belgium and Holland. He was a proud member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 128, Whitney Pier. Besides his parents, Nick was predeceased by his wife, Catherine (Kay) Burns on Feb. 23, 1996. He was also predeceased by brothers, Raleigh, Donald, Gerald, Clive, Vance, Bucky, sisters, Miriam (Sis), Katherine and Grace. It is Dad's request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A memorial service will take place 2 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 10 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Jackie MacDonald officiating. Private family burial to follow at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Members of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 128, Whitney Pier are asked to assemble at 1:30 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the Veteran's Comfort Fund, Palliative Care or SPCA. To send condolences to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. The nicest thing you could do in memory of Dad is give your loved ones an extra hug today. Dad loved his hugs and kisses so much. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret Emily (MacInnis) Campbell 87, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts that we announce Margaret's passing on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born on June 21, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Dan and Jane (MacEachern) MacInnis of Alexandra Street. Margaret was a CWL member of St. Anthony Daniel parish for close to 50 years. Mom could be seen quite frequently sweeping the curb in front of her Alexandra Street home. "Never be late after it stormed or she would be out with the shovel." She loved digging in her flower and vegetable gardens, giving most of her crops away to friends and family. A mother who gave everlasting love even when Alzheimer's took away a huge part of her existence. She never complained even though we knew she was suffering with her illnesses. She is survived by her daughter, Cecilia; son-in-law, Brian Cooke, whom she loved dearly; son, Donnie (Agnes McNally); grandchildren, Anne Louise and Stephen Campbell and David Cooke; also a sister, Frances Peinsznski. She was predeceased by her husband, Dannie, sisters, Mary and Cecilia MacInnis, Lily (John MacKinnon), Shirley (Gordie MacKinnon), Theresa 'Nuddy' MacDonald, brothers, Jimmie (Kay), Donald (Marion), Johnnie Dan (Rita) and Alexander. Visitation for the late Mrs. Campbell will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony Daniel Church, Saturday, Aug. 9 at 11 a.m. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. "A golden heart stopped beating, a beautiful smile at rest, God broke our hearts to prove, He only takes the best." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ellen Munro 92, Goose Cove/Baddeck - Ellen Munro (nee Bancks) went peacefully to be with her Lord and Saviour, Aug. 5, 2008. Surrounded by her family and earthly Angels, the staff of Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck. Ellen was born in Motherwell, Scotland, and came to Sydney in 1921 with her parents, the late James and Margaret Bancks. Ellen was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Ellen was prominent in music circles throughout the Sydney area and was the soloist at Trinity United Church and Bethel Presbyterian Church for many years. Ellen was a past member of the John Geddie Women's Missionary Society of Bethel Presbyterian Church, Sydney, was a member of the IODE Louisbourg Chapter, a lifetime member of Fort McMurray Chapter No. 137 Order of the Eastern Star and was a past president of the Sydney City Hospital Ann Martin Auxiliary. Besides her parents, Ellen was predeceased by her husband, Russell Munro, sister, Margaret Fraser, brothers, Maurice, Ainslie and William in infancy as well as two grandchildren, Christopher and Terri-Lynn. Surviving are daughters, Paula Smith (Michael), Yarmouth, Margaret (Wayne), Goose Cove, and Julie MacLeod, Moncton; eight grandchildren, Jay, Eric and Kimberley Anderson, Yarmouth, Kelly Anderson, Surrey B.C., Travis, Shawn MacLeod, Vancouver, B.C.; Lindsay MacLeod, Montreal, and Carla Hamel, Fort McMurray; and 11 great grandchildren; as well as a special sister-in-law, Marion Bancks; nieces, Judy Budden, Jamie Bancks, Sheila Durdle and Debbie Lewis. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be Saturday, Aug. 9, 1 p.m. in the chapel. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorials may be made to Alderwood Rest Home, Recreation Department P.O. Box 218 Baddeck, B0E 1B0. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Byron MacDonald 62, Ontario - It is with great sadness that the family of John MacDonald of 228 Lakeshore Rd., W. Port Colborne, Ont., announces his passing after a short and courageous battle with cancer. John passed away quietly on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, in the company of his wife Donna and son Michael in the Welland Hospital. Born on July 11, 1946, in North Sydney, he was a son of Jeanne (Regan) and the late Byron MacDonald. John spent his younger years in his beloved Cape Breton before joining the Royal Canadian Navy in 1964, where he began his career as an electrician. A lifelong member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, his work took him to many places across Canada before he and his family settled in Port Colborne, Ont. John is survived and will be sadly missed by wife, Donna (Murray); sons, Michael and David, Port Colborne, Bill (William) and wife Tanya and John and wife Melissa, Prince Albert, Sask.; grandchildren, Trystan, Taylor, Jillian and Scotia; mother, Jeanne and brothers, Mike and Hugh, all of Halifax; family members, Dawn and Dave Murray, Sydney, Australia, Tara, Grant and Audra Sterken, Acton, Ont., and Beverly and Ilanna Wise, Ohio. John was a member of the United Church of Canada and a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 19, The Orange Lodge and the Northern Yacht Club in North Sydney. Cremation has taken place and a private service will be held at his home for his family and friends. Memorial donations to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be e-mailed to therebel100@live.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wilfred Edward Biggs Age 61 - After a courageous 18-month battle with brain cancer, Wil passed away peacefully and with dignity with his wife, Elizabeth at his side and his family close by on Aug. 5, 2008, in the Oromocto Public Hospital. Wil was born Nov. 23, 1946, in Longueuil, Que. As a teenager, Wil was an army cadet and from there he moved on to the militia and joined 30 Field Squadron RCE. On April 28, 1967, Wilfred joined the regular force as a sapper with his first posting being Gagetown, N.B. He gave 37 years as a military engineer and was best known to most of his comrades as Bill Biggs - W.O.W.E.! He travelled throughout his military career, with postings to Germany 1971, Petawawa 1974, Cornwallis 1977, Alert 1978, Gagetown 1980, Ottawa 1984, Chilliwack 1992 and Oromocto 1997, where he remained until his retirement in 2002. Wilfred enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He loved to work with his hands, was passionate about gardening and loved to make people laugh. Upon retirement from the military, Dec. 13, 2002, Wilfred joined the team at Kent Building Supplies in Fredericton, N.B. He was nicknamed 'The gate keeper.' Upon semi-retirement he travelled to Ireland and Paris, France with friends and family. He was predeceased by mother, Beryl (Pat) Victoria (Brown) and son, Douglas Arthur Biggs. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Emberly/Card) Biggs, Oromocto, N.B.; his first wife, Gloria (Cousins-Perry), Coldbrook, N.S.; his father, Fenton Douglas Biggs, Halifax, N.S.; brothers, David (Robin), Halifax, N.S., Arthur (Anne), Halifax, N.S., and Robert (Debbie), Bridgewater, N.S.; sisters, Lynne Lyndhurst (Jay), Dartmouth, N.S., and Christine Reece (Wayne), Bridgewater, N.S.; sons, Shawn (Cindy), New Minas, N.S., Sheldon Card, Halifax, N.S., and Leslie Card (Kirstie), Brooklyn, N.S.; daughters, Lisa van Oord (Joas), Springfield, N.B.; Sara Low (Darren), Sydney, N.S., and Leigh-Anne Card (Dave), Brooklyn, N.S.; and his beloved grandchildren, Stephen, Troy, Brandon, Sunny, Jennifer, Zevff, Joy, Chase and Anishka, as well as his great-grandson, Evan. A viewing will take place at the Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home, Thursday, Aug. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Friday, Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. Family and friends are welcome. A fellowship will follow in the Church Family Centre. A memorial service will be held in Halifax, N.S., at a later date. Donations may be made to the Oromocto Public Hospital or the Canadian Military Engineer Museum in Gagetown, N.B. Condolences may be e-mailed to yoursandmine@rogers.com or www.oromoctofh.com. Mizpah: "May the Lord watch between me and thee whilst we are absent one from the other." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ricky Joseph Blaine Cooke 54, Sydney - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear brother and uncle, Ricky Cooke, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at his home in Sydney. Born in Sydney, N.S., March 13, 1954, he was the son of the late William Valentine and Ulgisse Cooke. Ricky was a member of Christ Church, George Street, Sydney. Ricky loved gardening and will be remembered for being big hearted. Surviving are his two brothers, Blaire (Cynthia) Cooke, Gary (Brenda) Cooke and their families; sister in-law, Valarie Cooke. Ricky is also survived by his three children, Leon, Christopher and Marie Cooke and a nephew, Billy. Besides his parents, Ricky was predeceased by his brother, William Cooke. Funeral service to celebrate Ricky's life will be held Friday, Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. at the Pier Community Funeral Home in the All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd., with entrance on Church Street, Whitney Pier. Visitation will be from 1-2 p.m. with funeral service to follow. Interment will take place at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, following the funeral service. Donations in Ricky's memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths August 06, 2008 Wednesday Anne Mae MacKinnon 52, Sydney Mines (Florence) - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Mae MacKinnon, Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with the love of her life, Leonard Bonner, by her side. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late John and Beatrice (Joy) MacKinnon. Anne was a very soft-hearted and strong-willed person who lived her life for what she loved most of all, her partner of 33 years, Leonard Bonner of whom she will be deeply missed. Anne will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by her sisters, Linda (William Foster), Sydney Mines, and Peggy Charles, Vernon, Ont.; her very special friend, Beanie Jessome; in-laws, Violet and Leonard Bonner; her aunts and uncles; five nieces; three nephews; two great-nephews and one great-niece; three sisters-in-law; and many great friends that stood by her side through her short illness. In keeping with Anne's wishes, cremation will take place with a memorial service for the family to take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ D. Eva Snow 84, North Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eva Snow, age 84, on Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at Taigh Solas in the Northside General Hospital, where she resided. Born in Sydney Mines she was a daughter of the late James and Katie (Vickers) McIntosh. Eva was employed for a number of years with Eaton's in North Sydney, she was a member of St. Joseph Church and also a member of the CWL. She always enjoyed a good game of cards, both with her family and friends. Eva will be sadly missed by her son, Robert (Darlene) Snow, George's River; daughter, Cathy (Wayne) Wood, Vancouver; by her two cherished grandchildren, James and Leah Snow; by her sisters, Margaret (Howard) Sexton, Theresa McDermid, Mary Murphy; sister- in-law, Betty McIntosh; and by several nieces and nephews whom she adored. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Cecil Snow, a brother, Douglas McIntosh, brothers-in-law, Donald McDermid and Gerald Murphy. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 8 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 9 at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be made to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Rose Marie McGrath 78, Ben Eoin - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Rose Marie McGrath, 78, of Ben Eoin, formerly of Kane Street, Sydney. She passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her family. Rose Marie was the daughter of the late Raymond and Annie Beatrice (Burgey) Keating. She is survived by her daughter, Rose Anne (Tony) Penney, Ben Eoin; and her son, Raymond (Meredith) McGrath, Baddeck; sisters, Gen Chisholm, Sydney, Charlotte (Lal), Coleman, Baddeck, and Anne (Chris) Tiller, Florida. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jennifer, Kathleen, Alexandra and Joshua, as well as many nieces and nephews. Rose Marie was predeceased by her husband, Johnnie and her brother, Raymond 'Buddy' Keating. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Big Pond. Cremation has taken place. There will be visitation with the family at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place Thursday, Aug. 7 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Big Pond, with Rev. Joe Gillis officiating. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of units 4B and Palliative Care at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Their kindness, understanding and attention to all our needs were very much appreciated. Memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Olive Mae Mader 92, Sydney - Olive Mae Mader, 92, of MacGillivray Guest Home, formerly of Mira Road, passed away Monday, Aug. 4, 2008, at the home. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Maynard and Bridget (Minnie) MacNeil Young. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary parish, Mira Road. Olive is survived by her four sons, Weldon (Sharon), Cobourg, Ont., Everett (Diane), Sydney, Doug (Helen), Mississauga, Ont., Robert (Judy), Sydney; four daughters, Beverly (Pat) and Paula (Gerry), Mississauga, Ont., Patsy and Eleanor (Edward), Sydney; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also by two sisters, Pauline Cook, Sydney, and Evelyn Williams, Ingonish. She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin, granddaughter, Elizabeth and four brothers, Weldon, Everett, Roy and Ralph. Visitation will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel Wednesday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass 11 a.m., Thursday, in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Mira Road, with Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Memorials may be made to the MacGillivray Guest Home. Condolences may be made to sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Greg Podetz 56, London, Ont. - Formerly Sydney Mines With great sadness we announce Greg's passing - suddenly yet peacefully, surrounded by his family at Victoria Hospital, London, Saturday, July 26, 2008, at the age of 56. Greg lived in London for the past 37 years, most of that time employed by Philips Electronics as shipper/receiver. His passion was gardening and landscaping, at which he truly excelled, as evidenced by the 'enchanted paradise that he created in his backyard. Greg was a truly generous spirit who was always eager to lend a helping hand. He touched many hearts during his time here and for that we are all most grateful. Family came first with Greg and this was so apparent in how he lived his life and how he loved us all. Greg is the beloved husband of Donna Podetz (nee Parsons), 70 Roman Cres., London (formerly of North Sydney); loving father of son Nick (Doreen Sowinski); daughter Brenda, and dear grampy of Natasha, Alicia, and Nicholas. Forever remembered by brothers, John (Linda) and George (Debbie), Sydney Mines - our annual 'excursions' will be greatly missed. Greg was predeceased by his parents, Stephen and Anna (Mills) and brothers, Georgie, Stephen (late Sandra Degaust) and an infant brother. He will be fondly remembered by his many nieces , nephews, relatives (including the entire Parsons family who thought so highly of him) and all those who knew him. Visitation and a funeral mass were held in London, with interment at St. Peter's Cemetery, Tuesday, July 29. Contributions in memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. 'And then, when you come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and a "Welcome Home".' ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Byron MacDonald 62, Ontario - It is with great sadness that the family of John MacDonald of 228 Lakeshore Rd., W. Fort Colborne, Ont., announces his passing after a short and courageous battle with cancer. John passed away quietly on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, in the company of his wife Donna and son, Michael in the Welland Hospital. Born on July 11, 1946, in North Sydney, he was a son of Jeanne (Regan) and the late Byron MacDonald. John spent his younger years in his beloved Cape Breton before joining the Royal Canadian Navy in 1964, where he began his career as an electrician. A lifelong member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, his work took him to many places across Canada before he and his family settled in Fort Colborne, Ont. John is survived and will be sadly missed by wife, Donna (Murray); sons, Michael and David, Fort Colborne, Bill (William) and wife, Tanya and John and wife Melissa, Prince Albert, Sask.; grandchildren, Trystan, Taylor, Jillian and Scotia; mother, Jeanne and brothers, Mike and Hugh, all of Halifax; family members, Don and Dave Murray, Sydney, Australia, Tara Grant and Audra Sterken, Acton, Ont., and Beverly and Ilanna Wise, Ohio. John was a member of the United Church of Canada and a past member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 19, The Orange Lodge and the Northern Yacht Club in North Sydney. Cremation has taken pace and a private service will be held at his home for his family and friends. Memorial donations to a charity of choice. On line condolences may be e-mailed to therebel100@live.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Wilfred Edward Biggs Age 61 - After a courageous 18-month battle with brain cancer, Wil passed away peacefully and with dignity with his wife, Elizabeth, at his side and his family close by on Aug. 5, 2008, in the Oromocto Public Hospital. Wil was born Nov. 23, 1946, in Longueuil, Que. As a teenager, Wil was an Army cadet and from there he moved on to the militia and joined 30 Field Squadron RCE. On April 28, 1967, Wilfred joined the regular force as a sapper with his first posting being Gagetown N.B. He gave 37 years as a military engineer and was best known to most of his comrades as Bill Biggs - W.O.W.E.! He travelled throughout his military career, with postings to Germany 1971, Petawawa 1974, Cornwallis 1977, Alert 1978, Gagetown 1980, Ottawa 1984, Chilliwack 1992 and Oromocto 1997, where he remained until his retirement in 2002. Wilfred enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He loved to work with his hands, was passionate about gardening and loved to make people laugh. Upon retirement from the military, Dec. 13, 2002, Wilfred joined the team at Kent Building Supplies in Fredericton, N.B. He was nicknamed 'The gate keeper.' Upon semi-retirement he travelled to Ireland and Paris, France with friends and family. He was predeceased by mother, Beryl (Pat) Victoria (Brown) and son, Douglas Arthur Biggs. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Emberly/Card) Biggs, Oromocto, N.B.; his first wife, Gloria (Cousins-Perry), Coldbrook, N.S.; his father, Fenton Douglas Biggs, Halifax, N.S.; brothers, David (Robin), Halifax, N.S., Arthur (Anne), Halifax, N.S., and Robert (Debbie), Bridgewater, N.S.; sisters, Lynne Lyndhurst (Jay), Dartmouth, N.S., and Christine Reece (Wayne), Bridgewater, N.S.; sons, Shawn (Cindy), New Minas, N.S., Sheldon Card, Halifax, N.S., and Leslie Card (Kirstie), Brooklyn, N.S.; daughters, Lisa van Oord (Joas), Springfield, N.B.; Sara Low (Darren), Sydney, N.S. and Leigh-Anne Card (Dave), Brooklyn, N.S.; and his beloved grandchildren, Stephen, Troy, Brandon, Sunny, Jennifer, Zevff, Joy, Chase and Anishka, as well as his great-grandson Evan. A viewing will take place at the Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home, Thursday, Aug. 7, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Friday, Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. Family and friends are welcome. A fellowship will follow in the Church Family Centre. A memorial service will be held in Halifax, N.S., at a later date. Donations may be made to the Oromocto Public Hospital or The Canadian Military Engineer Museum in Gagetown, N.B. Condolences may be e-mailed to yoursandmine@rogers.com or www.oromoctofh.com. Mizpah: "May the Lord watch between me and thee whilst we are absent one from the other." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gregory Vincent Cameron 79, New Victoria/Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Vincent Cameron on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, formerly of 22 Gritton Ave., Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Victoria, he was the son of the late Daniel and Theresa (MacPhee) Cameron. As a young man, Greg lived in Toronto for 20 years, before returning home to work in the coal mines, Lingan Colliery, until he retired in 1992. Greg was an avid golfer, a past member of the Lingan Golf and Country Club, loved to travel to their country home in D'Escousse, as well as Cape Cod, Mass., and enjoyed playing hockey, baseball and curling in his earlier years. Greg is survived by his loving wife, Julia (Poirier) Cameron, Sydney; a sister, Irene (Sandy) Wilson, New Victoria; and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed by his constant companion, his poodle, GiGi. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his parents-in-law, Nicholas and Castilda Poirier, D'Escousse, brothers, Phonse, Mickey, Tony, Johnny (The Bat) and sisters, Violet Brenna, Margaret (Charlie R.) MacDonald, Ester MacVarish and Sadie LeFevre. By his request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A funeral mass to celebrate Greg's life will be held Friday, Aug. 8 at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/St. Joseph Church, New Victoria, with a luncheon to follow in the church hall, all are invited. Arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. Donations in Greg's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of one's choice. To send online condolences to the family, go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hello Everyone: I have been looking for an obituary on John SAVAGE b 1884, Sheffield, England, died 1 June 1949 General Hospital, New Waterford, lived in New Victoria, CB. I found him in St Joseph's Cemetery with daughter in law but no wife. Also for his wife Catherine SAVAGE nee HIGGINS born 6 December 1885, England. Any help appreciated since obituaries sometimes give a lot of information. Donna in Ontario (formerly Glace Bay)

Halifax Herald September 9, 1963 SYDNEY MINES - John Dickson, 67, of 46 Fraser Avenue, died Sunday after a brief illness. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Dickson of Scotland and was a member of Clyde Avenue Baptist Church. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Stephen Hayward, Sydney Mines and a brother, James. The remains are at the Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Clyde Avenue, from where the funeral will be today at 2:30 p.m. Interement will be in Brookside Cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald October 15, 1963 (4 obituaries)** SYDNEY - Mrs. Bridget Dean, 80, died Monday. She was a native of Newfoundland. She was predeceased by her husband and son, John. The body is at the Fillmore Funeral Home. Funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Vince MacNeil wrote: > Can you find a death record for Joseph, Maureen? > > Vince ----- Original Message ----- From: "Maureen McNeil" > <ed.mcneil@ns.sympatico.ca> To: "C.B. List" > <NS-CAPE-BRETON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, August 03, 2008 8:09 PM > Subject: [NS-CB] Garland Married in Gloucester 1899 > > >> Jul.6, 1899 at Gloucester Vol. 488 pg. 340 Alexander Garland >> residing at Gloucester, age 32, born Trinity, Carboner, Nfld.; son >> of Alexander and Jane Hiscock 1st. marriage; to Christine B. >> MacNeil (maiden name MacLeod) residing at Gloucester, age 36, born >> Margaree, CB; daughter of Roderick MacLeod and Mary J. Ross; second >> marriage (Widow) by Rev. Rufus P. Hibbard, Clergyman at >> Gloucester. Maureen, what is the source of this marriage? i believe it is the Massachusetts Marriage Records on the NEHGS web site and the location is Gloucester, Essex County MA. bob gillis.

Karen has asked some interesting questions. At the risk of perpetuating myths whose origin I can no longer recall, let me try some of them. Laurenbec is now known as Little Lorraine. Halifax Harbour was known as Chebucto (various spellings). Annapolis Royal was known as Port Royale. Baie des Espagnols is Sydney Harbour, probably both branches. Baie de L'Indienne is Lingan (the village near New Waterford where the power station now stands). Settlers whose birthplace is given as L'Acadie (or similar) were probably born on the mainland, then resettled in Cape Breton (French territory) after mainland Nova Scotia became British territory in 1748. Just as Scottish settlers were sometimes endentured to pay their passage to North America, the same was true of some French settlers. They had to work for a specified period of time to pay off their debt. Settlement around Baie des Espagnols was probably more around what is now South Bar and Whitney Pier than on the north side of the harbour, largely because the land on that side of the harbour was more easily worked. That said, the Westmount area and Upper North Sydney would also have been fairly attractive. It is perhaps significant that both areas were grabbed up quickly by Loyalists. (I suspect there is a fair bit of room for archaeology in those areas.) Peninsular Sydney was probably not settled at all by the French, largely because it is quite rocky; as a result, it had to be cleared of forest in 1784. Supposedly, and I would really like to have a source for this, what we now call Lingan Road follows the route of a French road between Lingan and Sydney Harbour. The 1752 census would have been the last conducted by the French administration. Unfortunately, and contrary to what I recall being taught in school, after the second fall of Louisbourg, the Expulsion of the Acadians was extended to Cape Breton and Prince Edward Island. Those listed in the 1752 census would have been caught up in that. While some of the French settlers managed to hide out in the forests and with the native people, many were sent to English colonies in what is now the US. The limited census of 1818 reveals no French surnames in areas like River Inhabitants. I have no idea what records survive, if any, of who might have been sent where. Doug Grant

Halifax Herald December 26, 1963 Mrs. Gladys Thorne died Tuesday at the Victoria General Hospital after a short illness. She was the former Gladys Redmayne of North Sydney. A member of the Nova Scotia Society of Artists, she was also active in women's organizations at the Fort Massey United Church. Surviving are her husband, Harvey Thorne; two daughters, Nancy (Mrs. D.S. Ross), California and Mary (Mrs. T.H. White) England. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the MacAskill Funeral Home with interment in Fairview cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald October 15, 1963 (4 obituaries)** SYDNEY - Mrs. Bridget Dean, 80, died Monday. She was a native of Newfoundland. She was predeceased by her husband and son, John. The body is at the Fillmore Funeral Home. Funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. Interment will be in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald November 5, 1963 GLACE BAY - Funeral services for Anthony A. Swartzack, 46, were held from his home 121 Wallace Road. Mr. Swartzack died suddenly while visiting friends. Following an accident in No. 20 colliery last January, he had not resumed his duties but his general health had been good. Member of St. John's parish and of the Holy Name Society, he is survived by his wife, the former Olga Michalik; five daughters, Loretta (Mrs. Dan Kiley), Lillian (Mrs. Cecil Boutilier), both of Glace Bay, Anne (Mrs. Mario Faccin), Dominion, Margaret and Janet at home; six sisters, Mrs. Laun Gunther, Sudbury, Mrs. Byron Russell, Goderich, Mrs. Peter Ardelli, Hamilton, Mrs. Frank Reppa, Hamilton, Mrs. Frank Kuta, Glace Bay, Mrs. Ernie Weatherbee, Pictou; and three brothers, John, Freeman and Joseph, all in Glace Bay. There are also six grandchildren. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald December 11, 1963 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL - The funeral of six months old Donna Lorraine Hardy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hardy of 157 Argyle Street, Sydney, was held from St. Luke's Anglican Church conducted by the Rev. J.M. McMahon with interment in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Alains River. Besides her parents she is survived by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hardy Sr. of Bear River and Mr. and Mrs. (Lloyd Anderson?). (sorry, I do not have the remainder of this obituary). submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald December 10, 1963 Funeral service for Raymond Joseph MacDonald will be held today from St. Patrick's Church, Halifax in time for 8 a.m. Mass with interment in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The remains rested at his home, 99 North Street. Son of the late John William MacDonald, Judique, Cape Breton, and Mrs. M.V. MacDonald. Mr. MacDonald drowned Friday evening near East Dover where it was believed he was lobster fishing. Surviving besides his mother of Halifax, are his wife, Audrey and three children, Cyril, Donna and Heather; two sisters, Marguerite (Mrs. Roy Thorne), Halifax and Sally (Mrs. John Payne), Montreal; three brothers, Stanley, Dan-Francis and John, all of Halifax. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald October 12, 1963 INVERNESS - Alexander Marcel MacLellan, 29, was believed to be instantly killed Friday night when his car was in collision with a truck at Dunvegan, about five miles from here. MacLellan, a native of this area, was en route to his father's home from Toronto when the accident occurred at 7:15 p.m. He had been living in Toronto with his wife and three children, who are still there. The car was involved in collision with a truck being used on a highway paving project. The truck was operated by Thomas Kendziora of Inverness. The victim's father is John Angus MacLellan, of RR No. 1, Margaree Harbor. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Halifax Herald January 25, 1963 SYDNEY - Miss Florence Campbell, of 219 Argyle Street, died Thursday at St. Rita Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was an accountant with the department of transport in Ottawa for 20 years before retiring to Sydney in August. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. D.R. Campbell and a member of a well-known family. Surviving are a brother, Robert P.; three sisters, Louise, Tena and Catherine, all at home. The remains are at the residence from where the funeral will be Saturday with requiem Mass at St. Anthony Daniel Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be in Holy Cross cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>