The Liberal, Sunday, July 13, 2008 (Richmond Hill, Ontario edition) PAULUS, Frances (nee Poirier) - Peacefully, with her children at her side, at York Central Hospital on Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 in her 78th year. Beloved wife of the late Jozef Paulus and previous wife of the late Arthur Moore. Much loved mother of Brian (Lynn), Randy (Ellie), Sharon (Vic Peroff) and Jeffrey Moore. Dear sister of Emily Dewan, Olive Moore and the late Eva MacMullin and Mary Lou Dupe. Oma will be deeply missed by her grandchildren, Matthew, Jessica, Sarah, Stephanie, Alyssa, Austin and Andree. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the nurses and staff of Elginwood Long Term Care and York Central Hospital for their compassionate care. Frances will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Friends may call at the Marshall Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge St., Richmond Hill (4th traffic light north of Major MacKenzie Dr.) on Sunday, July 13th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at Our Lady Queen of the World Church, Bayview and Crosby Avenue, Richmond Hill, on Monday, July 14th at 10:00 a.m.. Interment, Elgin Mills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the York Central Hospital Foundation (Nephrology Unit) would be appreciated by the family. (Frances was born in New Waterford, Cape Breton)

Oct 27, 1951 Halifax Chronicle Herald: GREENWOOD, Oct. 26 - Dr. James Henry Bishop Macintosh passed away suddenly at his home, 51 Boswell Avenue, Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Macintosh, a native of Cape Breton, practiced dentistry in Sydney for 25 years and in Wolfville, from 1934 until 1945. Upon retiring in 1945 he resided in Wolfville until 1947, thence to Toronto where he made his home until the time of his death. A Mason and a charter member of the Wolfville Rotary Club, Dr. Macintosh was active in the affairs of the latter organization until his retirement in 1945. Surviving are his widow, the former Ida Isobel Morrison a native of Sydney, two daughters, Esther of Toronto and Frances of Elmira, Ontario; and one son, George, Dental Officer at RCAF Station Greenwood. Interment took place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Toronto, Ontario. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Cape Breton Deaths July Tuesday Carlyle Allan John Denny 19, Eskasoni - It is with broken hearts and great sadness that we, the family announce the death of a wonderful, loving son, uncle, brother and great friend who passed away suddenly Saturday, July 12, 2008. Born in Baddeck, he was the son of Mona Bernard and the late Ira John Denny. Carl was a very loving, friendly, easy-going guy who loved spending time with his family. He loved being outdoors playing amongst his nieces and nephews who love him and will miss him dearly. He especially loved his only godchild, Chasity Jade. Carlyle is survived by his loving mother, Mona (Alonzo); one brother, Jordan; four sisters, Jillian (John), Tyra, Renee and Cassidy. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Ira John, Haley Jade, Chasity Jade and Colby James; as well as his maternal grandparents, Julena Bernard and Roddie Knockwood; numerous great-aunts, great-uncles, aunts, uncles and cousins. Carl was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Noel and Bridget (Marshall) Denny, and his father, Ira John Denny Jr. Visitation for the late Carlyle Denny will take place Tuesday July 15 after 7 p.m. at the Gabriel Centre, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Thursday, July 17 at Holy Family Church, with Fr. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment to follow in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Virginia Joan Burke May 29, 1924-July 12, 2008 - We, the family, are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our loving mother Virginia Joan Burke on July 12, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late John and Mary (MacDonald) Gushue. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Left to mourn are her children, daughter, Virginia (Peter) Oickle and their children, Andrew (Amanda), Jonathan (Krista) and Christianna, and great-grandson, Adwyn; son, Donald (Sandra Clarke) and their children, Forrest and Storm; daughter, Lori (James) Kennedy, and their children, Rena (Shawn) Lahey, M.J. (Liane) Burke, Leslie, Kaitlynn, Jim (Wendy) Kennedy, Jr., Tara (Chad) Kennedy; great-grandchildren, Noah and John Lahey, Ryan, Cally and Megan Burke; step-great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Corrine, Kayla, Kelcey, Zackery and Brooke; daughter, Deborah (Michael) Mahon and their children, Patrick and Adrianne; daughter, Patricia (Kevin) Gardiner; son, Bernard Burke; daughter, Jackie (Tim) Klein and their children, Brooke and Bronwyn; grandson, Thomas Adam Burke (Sheila Marie); granddaughter, Lee Anne Penny (Chris) and her son, Thomas David Penny Gallop. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Susie Gushue and sister-in-law, Clara (Les) Wilson and several nieces and nephews. Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Patrick and their children, Les, John and Tommy and their infant children, Mary and Terry. Visitation will be held at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, Tuesday, July 15 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place Wednesday, July 16 at 11 a.m. at Stella Maris Church with Rev. Everett MacDow officiating. Interment at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Brickyard Road, Albert Bridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. Mom had tremendous faith that carried her through her life and to the next. She believed "We are all precious in the eyes of God." Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Raymond William Jessome (Razor Fluff) 47, Mississauga/Formerly Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the sudden passing of Raymond Jessome July 10, 2008, at his residence in Mississauga, Ont. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Theresa (nee Cook) Jessome and the late Frederick Wilson (Freddy) Jessome. Raymond had an active childhood in Glace Bay and played on many sports teams; his favourites being baseball and hockey. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish and a student at St. Michael High. He moved to Ontario in the late 1970s but never forgot his roots. Raymond's laid back approach to life was a tribute to his Cape Breton culture. He often talked about moving home when he retired. Raymond was employed with Ampere Metal where he was known as one of the best line operator platers in the business. He lived a happy, active life with baseball, swimming, biking and bowling as his pastimes. He also enjoyed a good party. Raymond was an incredibly accepting person who was a friend to all and a true friend to many. Raymond was predeceased by his father, Freddy in 1977 as well as paternal grandparents, Wilson and Lila Jessome, maternal grandparents, Bill and Mary Cook, and aunts and uncles. He is survived by his mother, Theresa Jessome; his brother, Leo Jessome, sister-in-law, Sylvia 'Sis', all of Glace Bay; his 'bro' John Walker (Chrissy), Brampton, Ont.; niece, Trish O'Brien (George), Sackville, N.S.; nephews, Dan Jessome (Joan Marie), Irma, Alta. and Leo Jessome (fiancée Pam Geddes), Enfield, N.S.; greatnieces, Faith and Alyssa; greatnephews, Tyler, Christopher and Jordan; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins from Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Ontario. Raymond also had a family of friends in Ontario who were all very special to him. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to honour Raymond will take place at Andrews Community Funeral Centre, Brampton, on July 15 at 2 p.m. Funeral will be Thursday, July 17 at 2 p.m. at St. John's Church, New Aberdeen, Glace Bay, with a committal service at St. John's Cemetery followed by a reception at St. John's Auditorium. We miss you, we love you and we will "see ya later, Bye." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elizabeth Ann Crowe 67, North Sydney - It is with great sorrow the family announce the peaceful passing of Elizabeth Ann Crowe, age 67, a resident of George's River, Friday, July 11, 2008 at the Northside General Hospital. Elizabeth was born in North Sydney on May 24, 1941, the youngest daughter of Frederick and Caroline (Plank) Clark. Elizabeth worked as a teller at the Royal Bank in North Sydney, prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom. She volunteered at the Northside Christian Academy for many years. She was member of the Northside Baptist Church, Halfway Road, in Sydney Mines. She is survived by her husband, Alfred Crowe; her two sons, Murray (Rebecca) and Barry (Linda); eight grandchildren, Amber, Brendon, Emily, Tyler, Breanne, Cody, Carla and Brookelyn; her sister, Margaret (Earl) Marple, North Sydney; and a brother, Vince (Ruth) Clark, Ottawa; as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by an infant baby, Elizabeth, sisters, Laura and Jean, brothers, William, Howard and Paul. A devoted wife and mother, she is greatly loved and will be greatly missed. Visitation for Elizabeth will be held today (Tuesday, July 15) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Northside Baptist Church, Halfway Road, Sydney Mines. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 16 at 2 p.m. at the Northside Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Homan officiating, with burial to follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Northside Baptist Church or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gerald James 'Fitz' Gorman 57, North Sydney - It is with deep sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Fitz, age 57, on Sunday, July 13, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late John and Cecilia (McMullen) Gorman. Fitz was employed as a stevedore with Marine Atlantic for over 30 years and also drove tractor-trailers for local companies. Throughout his life Fitz loved playing hockey and baseball. Fitz touched the lives and hearts of everyone who knew him, especially family and friends in North Sydney. Fitz is survived by his wife, Sharon (Gale); his only son, Jerry (Bonnie); his two daughters, Wendy (Jody) Porter, Trisha (Joe Chaisson); his six grandchildren whom he adored, Haley, Kalle, Ryan, Baby Joe, Dylan and Luke; his only sister, Sharon Marshall; his only brother, Daryl; his five nieces, Holly, Jenny, Emily, Diane and Kim; two nephews, Riley and John; his mother-in-law, Edna Gale and brother-in-law, Carter Gale. He was predeceased by a brother and sister in infancy and his sister-in-law, Collette Prince and father-in-law, John Gale. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Charles Coish and the nurses and staff of 2 West at the Northside General Hospital for their care and kindness shown to Fitz. Visitation for Fitz will be held today (Tuesday, July 15) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Pierce Street, North Sydney, with Rev. Arthur Nash officiating. Burial to follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. As Fitz was known to say, "keep your stick on the ice" and "b for bye." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Carmel Cole 81, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carmel Cole on Sunday, July 13, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in Inverness on May 17, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Clohtalea Poirier. Carmel was a member of Holy Cross parish, Glace Bay. She was a lover of music and enjoyed dancing. Carmel is survived by one daughter, Patricia 'Doll' Cole, Ontario; three grandchildren, Carmel, Michael and Billy and one great-grandchild, William Ryan; two sisters, Loretta McIntrye, Glace Bay and Mary Georgina Bennett, Quebec. Carmel is also survived by live in companion, Melvin McInnis; along with many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William in 2006 and 12 brothers and sisters. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 16, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with funeral service at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 17 all in Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations in Carmel's memory may be made to a charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Roy A. Frost Meaford, Ont. - Roy A. Frost passed away on July 12, 2008, in Meaford, Ont. Husband of Sue Nash and father of Jesse and Marilyn; stepfather of Leone and Cindy; grandfather of Victoria. He leaves many nieces and nephews in Nova Scotia as well as Ontario. Roy was predeceased by his parents, Cecilia Johnson and Arthur Frost as well as his siblings, Dixie, Alma and Fabian. Survived by his brothers, Art and Charlie, both of Ontario. As a young man, Roy received many awards for his baseball skills. He was born in Glace Bay, moved to Reserve Mines in 1940 where he attended St. Joseph School. He left for Toronto where he joined Dixie, Art and Charlie who were established in that province. There will be a celebration of Roy's life at the Meaford legion, date and time to be announced. - Charles Frost ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Kenneth Victor Goyan 58, Abbotsford, B.C. - Kenneth Victor Goyan, 58, Abbotsford, B.C., formerly of Glace Bay, passed away July 1, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Toronto, he was the son of the Victor and Elsie Goyan. Ken is survived by his daughter, Helen Goyan, Lower Sackville; his mother; brother, David, Glace Bay; and sister, Lillian, Mississauga. He was predeceased by his sister, Carolyn, and brothers, Jerry and Eddie. Cremation has taken place, a memorial service will be held at the Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Rd., Abbotsford, B.C., Saturday, July 19 at 10 a.m. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Post July 13, 2008 Monday Family Reunion A Long Time In The Making BY LAURA JEAN GRAN CAPE BRETON POST GLEN TOSH - Descendants of a family torn apart almost a century ago were reunited on the weekend in Cape Breton. Judy Ross, of Glen Tosh in Victoria County, and Pete Stowe, of Banbury, England, had each been conducting searches for family for years when they finally made contact earlier this year. "My grandmother and three of her siblings came over here from England in 1910," said Ross, explaining they were among the thousands of children, now known as British home children, sent from England to Canada between 1869 and the mid- 1900s. At the time, those four siblings left behind three brothers in England, who were allowed to stay with their mother, a widow, who was having great difficulty providing for her family. Stowe's grandfather was among the three brothers who stayed in England. In the years that followed their separation, the seven siblings and their families were able to maintain some contact but all ties were eventually lost around 1942. That is until now. Intrigued by stories their parents had told them about their family history, Ross and Stowe had begun searching for clues to their roots several years ago, when, after hours and hours of online searching, Stowe stumbled upon an archived obituary for Ross's mother that had been published in the Cape Breton Post. He sent letters to the family members in Canada noted in the obituary and upon seeing a letter her brother had received from Stowe, Ross immediately e-mailed him this past February. They've been in contact ever since and Stowe, along with his daughter Rachel, mother, June, and sister Jo Hopkins, decided to make a trip to Cape Breton to meet his long-lost family members. Ross said it's an overwhelming feeling to re-establish contact with her family and roots in England. She said it's neat to think of four of her family members travelling to Canada, almost a century after four young children - her grandmother and three siblings - made the trip. "It's 98 years later and four people came over," she said. The Stowe family are equally thrilled to see the reunion become a reality. "It just makes the world seem a smaller place," described Pete, who noted he had travelled to Toronto before and in flying over Nova Scotia had wondered where his family might be. "Now to actually meet them is brilliant." A large family reunion was held Sunday at the Bras d'Or Yacht Club in Baddeck and the Stowes are in Canada for a two-week visit. ljgrant@cbpost.com Photo of family members Judy Ross, left, and members of her family including Pete Stowe, right, his daughter Rachel, in front, his mother June Stowe, and his sister Jo Hopkins, middle, were reunited last week in Glen Tosh, Victoria County. Laura Jean Grant - Cape Breton Post Family reunion a long time in the making

Cape Breton Deaths July 14, 2008 Monday Virginia Joan Burke May 29, 1924 - July 12, 2008 - We, the family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our loving mother Virginia Joan Burke on July 12, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the John and Mary (MacDonald) Gushue. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Left to mourn are her children, daughter, Virginia (Peter) Oickle and their children Andrew, Jonathan and Christianna, and great-grandson Adwyn. Son, Donald (Sandra Clarke) and their children Forrest and Storm. Daughter, Lori (James) Kennedy and their children, Rena (Shawn) Lahey, M.J. (Liane) Burke, Jim Kennedy, Jr., Tara Kennedy. Great-grandchildren, Noah and John Lahey, Ryan, Cally and Megan Burke, step great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Corrine, Kayla, Kelcey, Zackery and Brooke. Daughter, Deborah (Michael) Mahon and their children Patrick and Adrianne. Daughter, Patricia (Kevin) Gardiner. Son, Bernard Burke. Daughter, Jackie (Tim) Klein and their children Brooke and Bronwyn. Grandson Thomas Adam Burke. Granddaughter Lee Anne Penny and her son Thomas David Penny Gallop. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Susie Gushue, and sister-in-law, Clara (Les) Wilson, and several nieces and nephews. Virginia was predeceased by her husband, Patrick, and their children, Les, John and Tommy and their infant children, Mary and Terry. Visitation will be held at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, Tuesday, July 15 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral will take place Wednesday, July 16 at 11 a.m. at Stella Maris Church, Louisbourg, with Rev. Everett MacDow officiating. Interment at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Brickyard Road, Albert Bridge. Virginia had tremendous faith that carried her through her life and to the next. She believed 'We are all precious in the eyes of God.' Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Theodore 'Ted' Noseworthy 97, Sydney - Please join us on Tuesday, July 15, 2008, at 11 a.m. in a celebration of the life of Theodore 'Ted' Noseworthy, a husband, father, and best friend. He passed away July 10, 2008, at the age of 97. Family and friends look forward to sharing memories, stories, laughter, and tears at the service taking place at the United Protestant Church, Sydney River. Ted was born Nov. 4, 1910, in St. Anthony, N.L. to the late Charles and Patience (Brown) Noseworthy. In June 1935, he was united in marriage to Clara May Annesty, who passed away in 1973. They had two children, Ralph and Clifford. Ted later married Margaret (Andrews) Noseworthy who survives him. He is also mourned by his sister, Dora MacDonald, and his sister-in-law, Chris Noseworthy, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and friends. Ted worked in he Sydney Steel Plant's nail mill for over 40 years. He was a very active member of the United Protestant Church and IOOF (the Independent Order of Odd Fellows) and well known for having painted his home in Howie Center Cape Breton tartan. Visitation will take place Monday, July 14, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, July, 15 in Sydney River United Protestant Church, with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Burial to follow in Alfred E. Smith Cemetery. The family would like to send a very special thank you to the Harbourstone Enhanced Care Center for their incredible care and support. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Clement William Spencer 82, Main-a-Dieu - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clem Spencer which occurred Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary 'Mame' (MacCuish) Spencer. Raised on Scatarie Island until 1945, he then moved to Main-a-Dieu, where he was a fisherman until his retirement. Clem loved to dance and attended the seniors dances. In his younger years he enjoyed playing lob ball in his NHL golden sneakers. Clem is survived by his sister, Jane Harris; sister-in-law, Theresa Spencer, both of Main-a-Dieu; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and extended family who lovingly referred to him as 'Uncle Clem'. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Joseph Spencer, his brother-in-law, Jim Harris and his special uncle, Will. Visitation took place Sunday, July 13 at Immaculate Conception Church, Main-a-Dieu, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. today (Monday) at Immaculate Conception Church, with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Interment to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Main-a-Dieu. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Patricia 'Tish' German Glace Bay - It is with heavy hearts that we, the family announce the sudden passing of our beloved wife, mother, sister and friend Patricia 'Tish' German who passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the age of 55 at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late William and Agnes (McGean) Wall. Tish was a member of St. Anthony's Church and was an employee with Stream Canada, Glace Bay. Tish was a kind, gentle and loving person and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Frank; and son, Dennis. Also surviving are sisters, Elly (Frits) Bekker of the Netherlands, Delores, Marie (Wayne), Wilma (Wayne), Paula (Perry); brothers, Fred (Charmaine), Pat (Kathy), Gerald (Marlene) and Joey (Michelle), also a godchild, Natasha Gale, the entire German family from Montreal and many nieces and nephews, her dearest friends, Sharon and Lonnie Pye. Besides her parents she was predeceased by sisters, Lillian, Elaine and Elizabeth Ann, brother-in-law, Bill and nephew, Joey. Visitation will be in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay, Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Memorial donations in Tish's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences will be received by the German family through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. "You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide and though we can not see you, we know you are always by our side" ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret Jean MacEachern-Curran - It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden death of a loving wife and mother, a wonderful daughter and sister, Margaret Jean MacEachern-Curran, age 45, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan, July 7, 2008, of breast cancer. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Michael Curran; her four and a half year old son, Ryan, and her two stepchildren, Colleen and Sean. Her Mom and Dad and her three sisters are also profoundly saddened by her passing. Born and raised in Sydney, N.S., she was the oldest daughter of Harvey and Clare (Gillis) MacEachern. She attended St. Joseph's School and graduated from Sydney Academy in 1981. She attended Carleton University upon receiving the President's Scholarship Award and graduated with her bachelor of arts degree. After completing a bachelor of education degree at Queen's University, Kingston, Ont., Margaret Jean taught in the Ontario school system for 15 years. In her last few years in Ontario, Margaret Jean served as a school administrator in several schools in the Toronto Catholic School Board. Margaret Jean was always very active in her community serving on church boards and school co-op programs for her son, Ryan. Margaret Jean is survived by a large and loving family of Gillises, MacEacherns and Currans. She will always be remembered by her three sisters, Dr. Shauna (Larry Babineau), Ottawa, Elizabeth RN (Neil Ferguson), Halifax and Lora LLB (Chris Daly), Halifax. Margaret Jean loved her nephews and nieces including Maria and Nolan Babineau, Jonathan and Hillary Ferguson as well as Alexandra and twins, Dan and Bridget Daly. The family will have a memorial mass to celebrate Margaret Jean's life at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney on Friday, July 18 at 11 a.m. Donations in memory of Margaret Jean may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Margaret Jean will be remembered for her deep sense of family, her terrific zest for living life to the fullest, her sociable and friendly personality, her love of learning and adventuresome spirit, her appreciation of her Scottish heritage and her Cape Breton roots, her flair for debating current issues, especially politics. Above all, she will be remembered for her deep love for her young son, Ryan, who was never far from her side. She would always want him to know how difficult it was for her to part from him. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William Joseph MacKenzie 80, Red Islands - William Joseph MacKenzie, 80, Red Islands, Richmond County, C.B., died July 11, 2008, close to his home on the family farm where he was born and raised. Bill spent many years away in Winnipeg working and raising his children, but his heart was always in Red Islands. When retirement time came he and Lorna moved back to make a home on their hill overlooking the Bras d'Or Lakes. A son of Alexander Stephen 'Alex S' and Sarah Emily 'Sadie' (MacInnis) MacKenzie, he is survived by his wife, Lorna (Emery); sons, Boyd (Jo-Anne), David (Cindy); and daughter Beth-Ann (Rob) McFaddin; the mother of his sons, Alice (Campbell); and grandchildren, Tyler, Sara, Kyle, Ashton and Kiana, all of Winnipeg. He was predeceased by brothers Peter, Lawrence, Leonard and Philip, and sister Marguerite. He will be mourned by his brothers, Stephen (Annabelle) and George; sisters, Marie Morrison, Sister Ann (CSM), Doris Brown, Frances (Byron Howat); sister-in-law, Catherine (Lawrence); as well as many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He will be greatly missed by many friends and neighbours at Red Islands and surrounding area. Heartfelt thanks are extended to Doctors Eric Downing (deceased), J. Collins and M. MacKenzie, and the staff at Strait Richmond Hospital for their compassion, care and kindness during Bill's illness. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations to the Palliative Care Unit of Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston, B0E 1J0, are preferred. A celebration of life liturgy will be held at Sacred Heart Church, Johnstown, C.B., Saturday, July 19 at 11 a.m ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Sep 29, 1995 Chronicle Herald: WOODFINE, Michael - 84, 125 Cashin Cres., Scotchtown, died September 28, 1995, in New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in Reserve Mines, he was a son of the late Solomon and Helen (Doody) Woodfine. He was a very active fisherman and hunter and was the first provincial forest ranger for the Province of Nova Scotia. He was a member of St. Michael's Parish. Surviving are a son, Robert, New Waterford; two grandchildren; sister, Lettie (Mrs. Earl White), Oakville, Ont.; brother, Johnny, Niagara Falls, Ont. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Columbina Caverzan; sisters, Kathleen, Sarah, Mary; brothers, Peter, Joseph, Soloman. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Homes Ltd., 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Funeral 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Michael's Church, Scotchtown, Rev. Bill Rankin officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. Donations to any charity. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Nov 10, 1993 Chronicle Herald: MacNEIL, Cecilia Theresa - 57, 57 Greenhill Dr., Sydney River, died November 9, 1993, in Sydney Community Health Centre. Born in Malagash, she was a daughter of Annie (Stevens) Treen and the late Arthur E. Treen. She was a member of Sydney River United Protestant Church. She was employed as a laboratory technologist at Sydney City Hospital and was an ardent curler and golfer. She is survived by her husband, Herb; daughter, Jennifer, at home; two sons, Andrew, Wolfville; Stephen, at home; five sisters, Dorothy (Mrs. Layton Ryan), Conns Mills; Anna (Mrs. Bruce Farnsworth), Richmond, B.C.; Bertha, Malagash; Grace (Mrs. Dave Succamore), Surrey, B.C.; Jean (Mrs. Dave Speakman), Tatamagouche. She was predeceased by a brother, Harold. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday in Sydney River United Protestant Church. Burial will be in Alfred E. Smith Memorial Cemetery. Donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society or Nova Scotia Lung Association. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Jun 24, 1993 Chronicle Herald: MACKINNON, Mary Elizabeth (Mayme) - 103, Breton Bay Nursing Home, Sydney, formerly of Lorway Avenue, Sydney, died June 22, 1993, in the home. Born in Marble Mountain, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Christine (MacAskill) Strachan. She was a member of Trinity United Church and UCW. She was past noble grand of Rebekah Lodge. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by a son, Edgar, South Bar, Cape Breton; adopted daughter, Aileen, Owen Sound, Ont.; three grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John (Jack); two daughters, Dorothy, Frances; two sisters, Margaret, Isabel; two brothers, Jack, Norman. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Sydney Memorial Chapel, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday, Rev. David Tuck officiating. Burial will be in Eastmount Cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Nov 30, 1982 Chronicle Herald: SYDNEY - Ruby Muriel Hudak, 73, of 70 Tower View Apartments, Sydney, died Monday in Sydney City Hospital. Born in Oxford, she was a daughter of the late Lorne and Mildred (Anderson) Thompson. She was a member of St. Andrew's United Church. She taught at Amherst Regional High School until her retirement. Surviving are her stepdaughter, Mrs. Jean Hudak, Eastern Passage; a sister, Mrs. Emma MacRae, Oxford; two brothers, Sidney, of Sydney, and Carman, Los Angeles, Ca.; a number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul. The body will be in Filmore-Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines, today, and will be transferred to Allen Funeral Home, Oxford, Wednesday, where funeral will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Keith Lyons officiating, with burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Oxford. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

May 11, 1963 Halifax Chronicle Herald: SYDNEY - The death of Mrs. Mildred Thompson occurred at City Hospital, Sydney. Born at Northport, Cumberland County in 1886, daughter of the late Henry and Minnie Anderson, she had spent the greater part of her married life in Oxford, having resided with her son, Sidney, Blackett's Lake, Cape Breton for the past eight years. She was a member of Trinity United Church, Oxford, where she had participated in various church activities, having been a member of the choir for over 30 years. Surviving are two daughters, Emma (Mrs. Neil MacRae), Bras d'Or, and Ruby (Mrs. Paul Hudak), Oxford; two sons, Sidney, Blackett's Lake, and Carman, Los Angeles, Calif. There are also three grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Her husband predeceased her in 1943. The funeral service was held from Black's Funeral Home, Oxford, conducted by Rev. Dewis Rector, pastor of Trinity United Church. Interment was in Pine Grove cemetery submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Jul 16, 1993 Chronicle Herald: MUNROE, Hugh Nelson - 63, Marion Bridge, died July 15, 1993, in Sydney Community Health Centre. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Dan and Agnes (Bragg) Munroe. He was a superintendent with the Department of Transportation for the province where he was employed for 21 years. He was an adherent of Bethel United Church, Marion Bridge. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Margaret MacLeod; two sons, Craig, Dennis, both at home; brother, Dan, Marion Bridge; two sisters, Helen Frankum, Rexdale, Ont.; Lorraine Delaney, Marion Bridge. He was predeceased by two brothers, Jim, Willie. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Sydney Memorial Chapel, where funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Rev. Avery Kempton officiating. Burial will be in Oakfield Cemetery, Mira. Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Nova Scotia Lung Association. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Jun 18, 1986 Chronicle Herald: LAKE KILLARNEY - Norman Victor Seaman, 59, of Lake Killarney, Cumberland County, died Tuesday in North Cumberland Memorial Hospital, Pugwash. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Thomas B. and Florence M. (Wood) Seaman. He was a member of Renwick United Church, Linden. He was also a member of the Knights of Pythias, Chignecto Lodge #11, Amherst and the Energy Chemical Workers Union #9-823, Pugwash. He was employed with the Canadian Salt Company, Ltd., Pugwash. He is survived by his wife, the former Blanche Mildred Darragh; four sons, Thomas, Amherst; Wylie, Linden; Brian, Lake Killarney, and Gene, at home; and six grandchildren. The body is in Allen Funeral Home, Oxford, where the Knights of Pythias will hold a service today at 7 p.m. Funeral will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in the funeral home, Rev. Kevin MacKenzie officiating. Burial will be in Mansfield Cemetery, Mansfield, Cumberland County. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Aug 24, 1965 Chronicle Herald: NEW GLASGOW - Howard Fulton Ross, 529 Pleasant Street, died Monday in the Aberdeen Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was 86. Mr. Ross was a coalminer most of his life and retired in 1945. He was an adherent of Trinity United Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Dorothy Livingstone, and five daughters, Ida (Mrs. Thomas MacKay), Stellarton; June (Mrs. Frank Munro), Marion, Mrs. Dan Heighton), Mae (Mrs. Don Weir), all of New Glasgow; and Vivian (Mrs. Raymond Tucker), Little Harbour. His body is at the H.W. Angus Funeral Home where the funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment will be in Lorne Street Cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Jan 8, 1963 Halifax Chronicle Herald: SPRINGHILL - Mrs. Ambrose Lees, 77, died at All Saints Hospital, Monday after a short illness. She was the former Annie Bagnell, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bagnell, Gabarouse, Cape Breton. She was a member of Wesley United Church. Surviving are her husband, Ambrose; two daughters, Daisy (Mrs. Victor Taylor), Tatamagouche and Geneva (Mrs. Lawrence Gilroy), Springhill; three sons, Joseph, Pincher Creek, Alta.; Earl, Dorchester, N.B. and Robert, Amherst. One son, Douglas, predeceased her. Funeral will be held today at 2 p.m. from her daughter's home, 7 Morris Street, with Rev. R.J. Miller officiating. Interment will be in Hillside cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Dec 11, 1993 Halifax Chronicle Herald: WOODFINE, Columbia - 73, 125 Cashin Cres., Scotchtown, died December 10, 1993, in Breton Bay Nursing Home, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of Genoeffa (Baggio) Caverzan, Windsor, Ont., and the late Gaetano Caverzan. She was a member of St. Michael's Church, Scotchtown. She is survived by her husband, Michael; son, Robert, New Waterford; two grandchildren; brother, Reno, New Waterford; two sisters, Petrina Scatamburlo, Nina Chemello, both of Windsor, Ont. She was predeceased by a brother, Cornelius; sister, Annie Strang. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Monday in St. Michael's Church. Burial will be in parish cemetery. NOTE: Her husband's obituary lists her as Columbina. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

May 9, 1987 Halifax Chronicle Herald: FIVE ISLANDS - Robert W. Bowran, 86, Five Islands, Colchester County, died Friday in Parrsboro Hospital. Born in Florence, he was the son of the late Daniel and Clarice (Simmons) Bowran. He was a retired lumberman. He has worked for H.E. Pugsley and Sons Ltd. for more than 30 years. He is survived by two daughters, Pat, Parrsboro; Greta (Mrs. Keith Lewis), Five Islands; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; four sisters, Lillian (Mrs. Thompson Corbett), Farmingdale, N.J.; Emma (Mrs. William Baltzer), N.Y.; Inez (Mrs. Hilson Boudreau), Campbellton, N.B.; Mildred (Mrs. Herbert Waugh), Five Islands. The body is in Smith's Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Peniel United Church, Five Islands, Rev. Margaret Outerbridge officiating. Burial will be in Lower Five Islands Cemetery. Donations may be made to Parrsboro Hospital Daycare Centre. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Dec 11, 1976 Halifax Chronicle Herald: NORTH SYDNEY - Cecil Morgan Bragg, 73, of 104 Brook Street died Friday at Sydney City Hospital. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Morgan and Dinah (Lemoine) Bragg. He was a member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church and was Sunday School superintendent, member of Vesta lodge, IOOF, past grand and 40-year jewel; past grand conductor of grand lodge IOOF. He was a retired salesman for Canada Packers and served for many years as councillor in ward two, North Sydney. He was past president of Kiwanis Club, past president of the VON society and a former member of the Rotary Club. He is survived by his wife, the former Florence Herald; three daughters, Mary (Mrs. John Kibyuk), Margaret (Mrs. Hector Clark), both of North Sydney; Ethel (Mrs. Vincent Vienott), Bridgewater; five sons, George and James, Halifax; Morgan, Montreal; William, Toronto; Wayne, North Sydney; 12 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, the former Bessie Burchell, and a son Russell. The body is at the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Sunday in St. Matthew Wesley United Church. Interment will be in Lakeside cemetery. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Nov 9, 1965 Halifax Chronicle Herald: GLACE BAY - Mrs. Walter Mattinson, 81, died in Glace Bay General Hospital where she had been a patient for the past two months. Born at Murray Harbour, Prince Edward Island, Mrs. Mattinson came here in 1913, was a member of Knox United Church and of the Jubilee Rebekah Lodge. Predeceased by her husband in 1960, she is survived by two daughters, Mary, at home, Louise (Mrs. Arthur Gourley), of Saginaw, Michigan, one son, Harold, of Saginaw, and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held in Glace Bay and burial took place at Forest Haven Gardens. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Mar 21, 1998 Halifax Chronicle Herald: DEACON, Ivor - Aged 69 years, of 1160 Valley Rd., Springhill, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 1998, in Highland View Regional Hospital, Amherst. Born in Glace Bay, on March 14, 1929, he was a son of the late Arthur and Annie (Davies) Deacon. He was a loyal and long standing member of the A.A. Junction Group, Springhill; past member of Cumberland Lodge 5, Knights of Pythias, and an adherent to the United Church of Canada. His early working years were spent with Cumberland Railway and Coal Company in Springhill until their closing in 1958. He then changed his vocation to that of an automotive salesperson with C.W. Carter Ltd., Springhill. He then became a service station operator and shortly after obtained his car dealers license and continued as a dealer until retirement in 1994. He is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Olive Dickie; sons, Brian, at home; Paul and wife Marijo, Valley Road, Springhill; brothers, Gordon and wife Erva, Winnipeg; David and wife Marina, Orillia, Ont.; sister, Margaret (Mrs. Ronald Walker), Victoria B.C. He was predeceased by brother, Kenneth. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today, 3-5, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in A.H. Brown Funeral Home, Springhill, from where funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, Rev. Dewis Rector officiating. Burial in Glenville Cemetery, Cumberland County. Memorial donations to Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity will be appreciated. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>

Jun 3, 1996 Halifax Chronicle Herald KILLAM, Ernest E. - 82, 1249 George St., Sydney, died June 1, 1996, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born at Richmond, Yarmouth Co., he was a son of the late George and Helena (Wetmore) Killam. Surviving are his wife, the former Verna Mattinson; son, George, Dartmouth; brother, Robert, Kingston, Ont. Funeral 3 p.m. today in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Rev. Willis Henderson officiating. Burial in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. submitted by "Gerry Mattinson" <gmattins@rogers.com>