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Jean Jessome (ca 1745) & Marianne Fournier (1755) Andre Jessome (ca 1796) & Margaret Young (ca 1808) John Jessome (1828) & Hannah Young (1847) Mark Jessome (1869) & Elizabeth Carey (1873) Charlene McKenzie On 30-Jun-08, at 9:14 PM, Betty Almon Felhaber wrote: > I wonder if anyone on this list could provide me with names of the the > parents and possibly the grandparents of MARK JESSOME (born abt. > 1869), > husband of ELIZABETH CAREY. I would appreciate any help. > > Thanks. > > Betty Almon Felhaber > > > ------------------------------- > 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

I wonder if anyone on this list could provide me with names of the the parents and possibly the grandparents of MARK JESSOME (born abt. 1869), husband of ELIZABETH CAREY. I would appreciate any help. Thanks. Betty Almon Felhaber

Cape Breton Post June 30, 2008 Letters to the Editor Young soldier's story engraved in memory Elsworth Young (1897-1916) was a young soldier with Nova Scotia's famed 25th Battalion when he died during the Battle of the Somme in the fall of 1916. He was a Cape Bretoner whose mother, Emma Young, lived in Glace Bay at the time he enlisted in 1915. My lifelong interest in the Great War, and particularly Nova Scotia's part in it, began almost a half-century ago as I listened to the riveting war stories of a Marble Mountain great-uncle who had fought in the 25th with two brothers. I found all of my uncle's stories of life in the trenches mesmerizing but none more so than his account of the circumstances surrounding the death of his friend, Elsworth Young. I understand that relatives of Elsworth Young may still live in Glace Bay. I am keen to pass on the memories of Elsworth that were conveyed by my uncle in the 1960s and to learn more about the young man who went off to Flanders in 1915 and never came home. I can be reached by phone at (902) 304-0493 or by mail at 2074 Old Route 5, Big Bras d'Or, N.S. B1X 1H1. Alan MacLeod Big Bras d'Or and Victoria, B.C. WRITE TO US: Email: letters@cbpost.com Website: www.cbpost.com Fax: 902-562-7077 Post: The Cape Breton Post Letters to the Editor Box 1500, 255 George St., Sydney, NS B1P 6K6 The Cape Breton Post welcomes letters on matters of public interest for publication over the writer's name. Letters must state home address and phone number where authorship can be reached for verification. Letters must be no more than 300 words. Publication is at the discretion of the Post and all letters are subject to editing for readability, grammar, taste, propriety and length. To encourage a diversity of contributors and opinions, letters by same writer will not appear more frequently than twice a month. Copyright in letters and other materials submitted to the publisher and accepted for publication remains with the author, but the publisher and its licensees may freely reproduce them in print, electronic or other forms. For emailed letters, do not include attachments. Opinions expressed in letters are those of the authors. The Cape Breton Post, its publisher or publishers, and Transcontinental Nova Scotia Media Group Inc. do not necessarily endorse the views expressed therein.

Cape Breton Deaths June 30, 2008 Monday Philip Leslie Matthews, Florence - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Philip Leslie Matthews. Philip passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Sydney, on Friday, June 27, 2008, after a long two-year battle with cancer, with his loving family at his side. Born in Florence, he was the son of the late Walter and Gladys (Rose) Matthews. Philip is survived by his wife of 24 years, Judy (Finney) Matthews; daughter, Leah Matthews (Robert Boyce); along with his pride and joy, grandson, Kolby Ryan Matthews. Also daughters, Joanne (Mike) MacCormick, Tina (Robbie) Robinson; sons, Philip and Chris Matthews; grandson, Brett and granddaughter, Haley MacCormick. Philip is also survived by brothers, Bobby, Gilbert (Kathy) and Dave (Margie); sister, Blanche (Kevin) Headley; and many nieces and nephews. Philip also leaves behind special friends, Derrick and Heather Jessome, Florence, Shirley Ann MacIntosh, Sydney, and Dougie Barry, Florence. Philip was predeceased by one brother in infancy and a special nephew, Robert Matthews. In keeping with Philip's wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home Sydney Mines, Wednesday, July 2 at 2 p.m. with Norma Mills officiating. Donations in Philip's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Arthur Kingston Campbell 61, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Art Campbell which occurred Friday, June 27, 2008, at the Glace Bay Healthcare Complex, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late James and Easter Mae (Jones) Campbell. Art was a chef by trade. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, spending time with and cooking for his family and playing his infamous bass guitar. Art is survived by his loving wife, Donna (MacKinnon); daughter, Erma (John) McLaine, Calgary, Alta.; sons, Shawn (Karen), Kenneth (Tracy), Brent Lee (Fran), all of Sydney; sister, Lillet Tasco, Dartmouth; brothers, Irvin (Judy), Ottawa, Patrick (Rachel), Sydney; eight grandchildren, Shawn Christopher, Brently, Mitchell, Nicholas Kingston, Kiara, Koby, Susan and Jordyn; one precious great-grandson, Rashawn; as well as aunts, an uncle, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Rudolph 'Bunny', Milward 'Bricky' and brother-in-law, Bob Tasco. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 2 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William (Bill) MacRae 1960-2008 - In Montreal, on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the age of 48 years, passed away William MacRae, predeceased by his mother, Anne Hickey. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Manon Avon; his children, Jo-Anne (Sébastien Gagné), Simon and Steven; his grandchildren, Catherine and Ariane; his father, Roderick; his brothers, Kenneth (Martha), Roddie and James; his sisters, Sheila, Sharon and Diana; nieces and nephews and other relatives and close friends. Visitation will be held at Magnus Poirier Funeral Complex, 10300, boul. Pie-IX (corner Fleury), Montreal, on July 4 from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to charity of your choice will be appreciated. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hugh O'Handley Sr. 81, Amenia, N.Y.- Hugh O'Handley Sr., 81, of Amenia, N.Y. and formerly of Sydney Mines, N.S., died June 18, 2008. He was born in Boston and raised in Sydney Mines by his parents, Angus and Sarah (Sadie) Davidson O'Handley and was named for his uncle The Reverend Hugh O'Handley of Sydney Mines. He lived in the States from 1946 and was a well known business owner, builder of homes and a councilman in local government for many years. He was a member of the Lions Club, the Fire Company and the Knights of Columbus. In his last weeks he was visited by children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family from as far away as Canada, Iraq and all over the U.S. He is survived by his wife, Rosmarie; seven children, Jean, Michael, Hugh Jr., John, Christopher, Liliane, Thomas; first wife, Marion; brother, Albert; sister, Theresa MacNeil; and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Angus and Sarah, brothers, John and Daniel, and daughter, Nancy Page. He was very fond of people, had a great and well-known sense of humour and relished the opportunity for healthy political debate. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his name to a charity of your choice. Please post condolences to www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

>From my Bits & Pieces file. The following information may be of interest to those researching the descendants of John 'Og' MacKinnon, settler at Beaver Cove, Cape Breton. Pg. 408 in the book 'To The Hill of Boisdale.' Michael (listed below) can be found on pg.423 (same book). The following url is where Michael et al appear on the 1901 British Columbia census. http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~canns/index.html 17 - 14 - 18 - 156 59 Henry Street. McKinnon, Michael d.o.b. Jun. 10, 1835 (age 55) born Cape Breton; R. Cath.; School Teacher McKinnon, Bridget " Jul. 24, 1856 (age 44) " " " McKinnon, Cath. M. " Jul. 18, 1873 (age 27) " " " School Teacher McKinnon, Rodk. T. " Jan. 26, 1877 (age 24) " " " Sealing Hunter McKinnon, Mickl. J. " Sep. 05,1880 (age 20) " " " Clerk Messenger Service McKinnon, Joseph W. " Jun. 24, 1887 (age 13) " " " Sealer McKinnon, Mary J. " Feb.16, 1884 (age 17) " " " Bookkeeper McKinnon, John A. " Sep.26, 1885 (age 15) " " " Embalmer's Office Boy McKinnon, Colin F. " Nov.13, 1886 (age 14) " " " ----------- Marriage: Michael McKinnon & Bridget Roach ... N.S.H.V.S. Registration Year: 1872 - Book: 1804 - Page: 63 - Number: 131 Michael was born Beaver Cove the s/o Rodk. McKinnon & Cath. McNeil. Bridget was born Lingan the d/o Michl. Roach & Margt. Quin(?). Son, Rodk. Thos. born Bridgeport. N.S.H.V.S. Registration Year: 1877 - Book: 1803 - Page: 309 - Number: 660

Just a quick ques. I was blessed to get my DNA on the maternal line. It came back HALOGROUP H. Does anyone have any idea what exactly this means. :0). Have a great day! Carolyn (I will share my results with anyone that would like it.) My grandmother was Clarissa Leamon her mom was Martha Croutcher)

Cape Breton Deaths June 28, 2008 Saturday William George Gouthro 46, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George Gouthro on Friday, June 27, 2008, at his residence on 3348 MacLean Ave., New Waterford. Born in New Waterford on Nov. 4, 1961, he was the son of the late George and Theresa (Hurley) Gouthro. For several years, George was employed in the forestry industry. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing baseball and cards, shooting pool and darts. George lived in Marion Bridge for many years. He will always be remembered as having a great sense of humour and sharp wit. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, the former Barbara Matthews; two daughters, Kelly (Evan DeGiobbi), Holly (Matthew Burke), both in New Waterford; and five sisters, Pauline (Lawrence Peckham), Ann (Mrs. James Ryan), both in New Waterford, Niecie (Stephen McPherson), Scotchtown, Cathy (Mrs. Kevin McNeil), Dominion, and Dianne (Mrs. Neil MacPherson), Scotchtown. George is also survived by his mother-inlaw, Gladys Matthews, Marion Bridge; three grandchildren, Kahlen, Kassidy, Carsen; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one brother, James. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 30, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass will be celebrated Tuesday, July 1 at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mt. Carmel Church. Cremation to follow with interment in the parish cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for George,donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. James W. 'Jim' Stockley North Ingonish - With great sadness, we announce the passing of one of Cape Breton's best-known characters, a most welcoming soul who was never happier than when serving up tea and outrageous stories to family and friends from far and wide. James W Stockley (Jim), of North Ingonish, lost his battle with cancer on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital in Neil's Harbour. In his last days he was surrounded by his loving family, wife, Betty Stockley (nee Cake); daughters and son and many of the people whose lives he touched with love and humour beyond measure, Barbara, Patsy (Ernie), Marilyn (Dave), Elizabeth (Dave), John, Joan (Michel), Carolyn (John), Marie Alayne, Sharon (Mike), Mary, Linette, and Graham. Jim was predeceased by his son, James Russell Stockley, parents, Alfred and Louise, and sisters, Percila (Pat), Katherine (Kaye), Frances and Nora. Jim is survived by brothers and sisters, Rose, Russel, Murray, Hannah, Clarence, Roy, Mary and Ann. Jim felt that his home in Ingonish was one of the most heavenly places on earth. There, he happily greeted people from all over the province and the country, whose calls and letters during his illness heartily testify that Jim was a larger than life character, who will never be forgotten as visits to Cape Breton just wouldn't have been the same without having met the "Mayor of Bear Cove," as he often mischievously referred to himself. Words that come to mind when remembering Jim are loving, hilarious, generous and free-spirited, a wonderful father and grandfather, mischievous and irreverent. He felt laws were mostly meant to be broken, a characteristic which gave him quite a notable reputation with the park wardens, fisheries officers and generally anyone who tried to confine his space or restrict his freedom. Jim and Betty were blessed with grandchildren, Jamie (Lynda), Adam (Kaylan), Lance, Jean-Phillippe, Hannah, Padraic, Brennan, Brittany, Tara (Chris) and Mathew and, more recently, they were blessed with their first great-grandchild, Rylan, the latest and greatest joy of their lives. According to Jim's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in St. Peter's Church in South Bay, Sunday, June 29 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Elliot Siteman officiating. A reception will follow in the Anglican Church hall in North Ingonish. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. The family wishes to send special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital whose gentle love and care will forever be appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Neil's Harbour Palliative Care. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Capt. Leo Francis 'Scotchie' MacNeil (Ret'd) 74, Sydney River - With heavy hearts we are very saddened to announce the passing of Leo Francis 'Scotchie' MacNeil at his home in Sydney River on Thursday, June 26, 2008. Leo was born in Grass Cove, Cape Breton, on Jan. 29, 1934. He was the son of the late Michael Anthony and Mary Agnes (MacNeil) MacNeil. He graduated from Sydney Academy in 1952. Soon after his graduation, he became a proud member of the Canadian Armed Forces for which he served for 35 years, until his retirement in 1990. Leo was posted in various places in Canada and Europe during his tenure. Upon his retirement he and his wife Ann returned to their beloved homeland of Cape Breton and resided in North Side East Bay and more recently Sydney River. He was a member of Seaview Golf and Country Club in North Sydney for many years, where he met many good friends while playing a game he loved. Everyone who knew Leo will remember him fondly for his sense of humour, wit and his decency. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Ann MacNeil (nee Bates); his three children whom he adored, Deborah Ann (Brian) Duck, Nanaimo, B.C.; Allan (Holly) MacNeil, Dartmouth, and Michael (Colleen) MacNeil, Gananoque, Ont. He was a loving and much adored grandfather to five grandchildren, Kimberley Duck, Port Coquitlam, B.C., Carolyn MacNeil, Ottawa, Ont., Krista Duck, Port Coquitlam, B.C., Jackelyn MacNeil, Gananoque, Ont., and Jennifer MacNeil, Cole Harbour. He is also survived by his sisters, Isabel Mills (Gordie), Dartmouth, Kay Ann (Charlie) MacNeil, Benacadie; brother, Arnold MacNeil (Sissy), Baddeck; stepbrother, Bruce Burns (Marilyn), Dartmouth; and stepsister, Mary Curran, Halifax. He was predeceased by his brothers, Lawrence and Allan, whom one of his sons was named after, and his sisters, Frances, Agnes, Jeanette and Eleanor; his stepmother, Bridget Burns MacNeil and his stepbrothers, Bill and Donald. Anyone who knew Leo will always lovingly remember him for his wonderful sense of humour and his compassion for others. He truly lived his life with dignity and respect. He was a devout Catholic all of his life and truly believed in heaven and the after life. We believe that Leo has now gone to a better place and while we will forever miss him in our lives, we also know he will be in the loving arms of God. In Leo's later years, he was faced with health challenges which he handled with the courage and dignity that was the theme of his life. He will always be truly loved and never forgotten by his family and his friends, his life will be defined in the memory of his courage and easy going way. Rest in peace Leo, we love you. Ann MacNeil and family, would like to thank the VON (Victorian Order of Nurses), Palliative Care, and all of the health-care professionals for the outstanding care provided throughout Leo's illness. With their assistance Leo was able to remain at home in comfort until his passing. Thank you all and may God bless you for your kindness. Visitation for the late Leo MacNeil will take place Sunday June 29 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima church at 2 p.m., Monday with Rev. Norman MacPhee officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to the C.B. Palliative Care Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. Sandra Marie MacLean 57, Beaver Cove - Sandra Marie MacLean, 57, of Beaver Cove, passed away Friday, June 27, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Alex and Leona (MacNeil) O'Handley. Sandra was employed as a LPN at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, and Harbour View Hospital, Sydney Mines. Sandra is survived by sons, Blaine, Ronald and Francis and their father, Joe MacLean, all of Alberta; brothers John (Sydney), Blaise (Debby), Campbell's Hill, Sandy (Colleen) Alberta, Francis, Alberta; one sister, Anicetus (Vincent) Jankowski, New Glasgow; grandchildren, Tristen Michael MacLean and Michaela MacLean, Alberta. She was predeceased by a son, Michael Alexander, brothers, Stephen, Leon, Ronald, George Francis (in infancy) and Hugh (in infancy). Visitation for the late Sandra MacLean will take place Monday, June 30, 2008, in St. Andrew's parish, Boisdale, from 12-2 p.m. Funeral mass will be held 2 p.m., Monday, June 30, 2008, in St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale, with Fr. Paul Abbass officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at: www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of . . . Dorothy Buchanan 89, Halifax - Dorothy Buchanan, 89, of Northwood Centre, Halifax, died peacefully in the Halifax Infirmary QEII Heath Science Centre. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Murdoch William Buchanan and the late Flora Isabel (Cambell) Buchanan. She is survived by her children; Maralyn Quinton, Pembroke, Ont., Kenneth (Sharon) Quinton, Williamford, Ont., Dorothy Maxine (Jim) Quinton, Chester Basin, Jon (Rosemary) Quinton, Halifax; grandchildren, Ron Whitman, Kelley Whitman McKie, Tracey MacIntosh, Kelly Quinton, Christopher Quinton, Eric Quinton, Bret and Jesse Harley; her brother, Hon. John M. (Mavis) Buchanan, Halifax; sisters, Isabel Morrison, Halifax, Florence (Ron) Bruce, Charleston, S.C.; her nieces, Nickie Morash, Rev. Natalie Buchanan Rutherford, Natasha Buchanan; nephews, Murdoch and Travis Buchanan; nieces, Barbara, Pam, Leslie and Veronica Bruce. Dorothy extended her family to include Ian and Leslie MacLennan and Perry Kaiser. She was predeceased by her brother, William Campbell Buchanan, Sydney. She was educated at Sydney Academy and the Cape Breton Business College. Dorothy was employed in the early 1940s by Moffatt Brothers Ltd., Sydney. During the Second World War she was an active volunteer with the Navy League in Sydney. She was a faithful member of St. Andrew's United Church, Sydney, until her move to Halifax. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Dorothy was a member of the Sydney School Board. She was actively involved with the Cape Breton and Nova Scotia PC Associations and enjoyed political debate whether provincial, federal or U.S. elections. Dorothy had unique political savvy, keen understanding of government affairs and did not hesitate to give her opinion on politics. She was employed in the hotel and motel industry with the Vista and Wandlyn Motels, Sydney, and manager of the Midvalley Motel, Middleton and SeaKing Motel in Halifax. Dorothy was manager of the Colliery Inn, Glace Bay, until it closed in the late 1980s. She was an instructor in hotel management at UCCB in the late 1980s. In 1996, she moved to Dartmouth to be close to her family and resided at Nantucket Senior Citizens. For the past eight months she was a resident of Northwood Centre. Dorothy was a proud Cape Bretoner and will be remembered affectionately by a host of friends in Glace Bay, Sydney, Dartmouth and Northwood. She was a dedicated mother and was very proud of the accomplishments of her children. She passed away in the true belief she would be reunited with her mother, father and brother Billy. Memorial service will be held in the Penthouse Northwood Centre at 3:30 p.m., Monday, June 30, 2008. Her niece, Rev. Natalie Buchanan Rutherford officiating. Flora 'Flo' Kendrick Burnett 1937-2007 Glace Bay/Sydney - A funeral service for the late Flora 'Flo' Kendrick Burnett, age 70, who passed away on Dec. 28, 2007, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Rev. Michael Henderson will be officiating. A reception will follow in the funeral home. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Josephine Delaney 90, Sydney - Mary Josephine Delaney, formerly of Howe Street, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2008, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late John Leo and Christine (MacNeil) Delaney. She was a member of St. Theresa's parish. She was employed at Wright's Furniture Store for many years and after that she worked at Crowell's. Josie is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and her sister-in-law, Flora Delaney. She was predeceased by brothers, Eddie (Ella), Redmond (Cecile), Tom and by sisters, Elsie (Jack) MacKay and Dorothy (Phil) Farrell. Visitation for the late Josie Delaney will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sunday, June 29 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, June 30 at St. Theresa's Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Sydney. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Ann Margaret (Borden MacDonald) Spidle - In loving memory of Ann Margaret (Borden MacDonald) Spidle. Ann died at her home in Cape Cod, Mass., with her husband, Roderick and her children, Beverly, Lorraine, Charlene, Adrian and JosephBorden along with her siblings,Mary Mahoney, Theresa Koch and Rannie MacDonald, at her bedside. Ann was predeceased by her first husband, Joseph Borden, Donkin, N.S., and her parents, Angus and Annie (White) MacDonald of Glace Bay and Sydney. A funeral mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Victory Church, Centreville, Mass. Burial took place at the National Cemetery in Bourne, Mass. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. Menetta 'Netta' May MacQueen (nee McFadyen) A service of remembrance will be held Sunday, July 6 at 2 p.m. at St. John's United Church, Port Morien, for Netta who died on Dec. 29, 2007, in Toronto. Netta was the widow of the Very Rev. Dr. Angus J. MacQueen and was born and raised in Sydney. The MacQueens spent their summers at their cottage on the Mira River. Following the service, interment will be at Black Brook Cemetery in Port Morien. Reception to follow in the church hall. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

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Cape Breton Deaths June 27, 2008 Friday Mary Remigius (MacNeil) MacDonald 89, New Waterford - With great sadness, we announce the loss of our Mother, Mary, who passed away peacefully at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital on June 25, 2008, after a brief illness. Mary was born in New Waterford on May 18, 1919, and was the second child of James Daniel MacNeil and Mary Ann Marsh. Mary attended high school at Mount Carmel where she developed a love of Latin. In later years, she enjoyed coaching her children in their Latin studies. Following high school, she was employed as a sales clerk at Benny Epstein's clothing store until her marriage to our father, Angus 'Curly' MacDonald in 1942. They resided in Woodstock, Ont., where Mom forged new friends while Dad served as an instructor at the nearby army base. Following the war, they returned to New Waterford to settle and raise a family. Mary was devoted to family. The love and respect she expressed to her own parents and siblings was one of the many values she imparted to her children. She had tremendous compassion for others, seeking goodness in their character and offering empathy. She encouraged her children and grandchildren to value commitment and hard work and was very proud of their accomplishments. She took great interest and pride not only in their academic accomplishments, but also in their capacity as loving adults and parents. At the age of 57, Mary lost her husband and mother within a four-month period and entered a new phase in her life when she could devote time to friends, grandchildren, and personal interests. She became a bingo enthusiast and for many years and enjoyed the companionship of her friends at bingo. She was a founding member of the Devco Pensioners' Relief Association and actively served on the executive committee. Mary was a devout Roman Catholic; she had a passion for baking; she enjoyed reading, knitting, gardening, and solving cryptograms. In recent years, when Mary was confined to her home, she appreciated the service of her homecare workers. She is survived by her children, grandchildren and their families: Son, Bill MacDonald and daughter-in-law Lorna; granddaughter, Michelle and great-granddaughters, Lauren, Erin and Julia; grandson, Bill and his wife Rachel, and great-granddaughter, Hannah, all of Sydney; daughter, Marcia Currie and son-in-law Jim of Halifax, and granddaughter, Dr. Maria Currie, London, Ont.; son, Allister MacDonald and daughter-in-law Rhoda; granddaughters, Louise and Breagh and grandson, Michael, all of New Waterford; son, Parker MacDonald of New Waterford; son, Paul MacDonald and daughter-in-law Jeannette; granddaughters, Angela and Natalie and grandson, Shawn, all of Brampton, Ont.; granddaughter, Brenda Lee Drake and her husband Cory, and great-grandchildren, Haley, Jade, Kaine; granddaughter, Lisa; grandson, Gregory and great granddaughters, Merissa and Brianna, all of New Waterford. Mary was predeceased by husband, Angus MacDonald and sons, John Gregory and James Daniel. She is survived by her sister, Vina MacIntyre. She was predeceased by stepfather, William Doyle, and siblings, Evelyn Popaduk, Lila Tighe, Marion Leonard, John Doyle, and James Doyle. There will be no visitation. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, June 28, at 2 p.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church. Interment in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a reception at Carmel Centre following the mass. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. To send messages of condolence, visit www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Edith Christina Cook 57, Halifax/New Waterford - We, the family of Edie Cook, are saddened to announce her sudden death on Saturday, June 21, 2008, in Halifax. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Peter Cook from Reserve Mines and Bessie (Dickson) Cook from New Waterford. Edie attended Mt. Carmel School and later graduated from the Cape Breton Business College in Sydney. She was employed at St. Mary's University in Halifax. Edie loved going to Tim Hortons on Dutch Village Road, Halifax, and her compassionate and caring nature will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Edie is survived by three sisters, Catherine (Bernie Landry), Betty Anne (Murray Kirkpatrick), Ruth Gaudet and four brothers, Patrick 'Paddy', Peter (Aleta), John and Bernie. Also surviving is Edie's brother-in-law, John William Fraser and several nieces and nephews. Edie was predeceased by the love of her life, Dean Edwards, four sisters, Margaret Fraser, Alice, Sheila and Patricia in infancy as well as three brothers, Jimmy, John and David in infancy. She was also predeceased by her grandparents, Peter Sr. and Catherine (MacEachern) Cook and John and Margaret (Morrison) Dickson. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held Saturday, June 28, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. Interment to follow in St. Leonard, Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Donald) Bradley Kerr 52, Round Island - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Brad Kerr, Wednesday, June 25, 2008, in his beloved Round Island. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Donald and Greta Kerr.Brad worked for over 25 years in the family insurance business and served as president of the Insurance Brokers Association of N.S. Brad was an avid sports player including Glace Bay Junior Miners, the Mud Hens and the Bombers. He was involved in many community organizations such as the Glace Bay School Bands. Above all else, Brad was happiest being a dad to his three children. Brad is survived by his children, Christopher, Heather and Erika; parents, Donald and Greta; brother, David and James; grandchildren, Nevaeh and Wendie. Brad was predeceased by his brother, Ross. Visitation will take place at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, Saturday, June 28 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Sunday at Knox United Church with Rev. John Finlayson officiating. Donations may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or charity of choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Helene Jessie Agnes Cluett 78, Melvern Square, N.S. - Helene Jessie Agnes Cluett, 78, of Melvern Square, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2008, in Soldiers Memorial Hospital, Middleton. Born in Regina, Sask., she was a daughter of the late James M. and Margaret (McCartney) Smith. Helene was a very loving wife, mother and nanny. She was very community minded and was an active volunteer who was heavily involved in the RCAF Air Women's Association. Helene is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Harold 'Skip' Cluett; daughters, Linda (Mike) Joly, Trenton, Ont.; Stephanie (Neil) Boutilier, Windsor Junction, N.S.; brother, Jim (Maureen) Smith, England; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jason) Prager, David (Rosalyn) Boutilier, Elizabeth (Jason) Burns, Steven (Suzy) Boutilier, Kurt (Kristine) Joly, Jessie Joly; seven great-grandchildren and furry friend, 'Lucky.' She was predeceased by brother, Glen. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m., Friday, June 27, 2008, in the Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., (902) 825-3448, where the memorial service will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, June 28, 2008, Rev. Karen MacNeill officiating. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made through: www.middletonfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Alma M. Ferguson 80, North Sydney - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Alma Marie Ferguson, age 80, a longtime resident of Moulton Avenue, North Sydney, which occurred Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Amos and Marguerite (Gannon) Cantwell. Alma was employed as a custodian with the Northside School Board working at Thompson High School and then later at the school board offices until her retirement, she was a member of St. Joseph Church and for a number years was active with the ladies auxiliary of the parish centre. Alma is survived by two sons, Bill (Clara) Ferguson, Lake Echo, N.S., Bruce (Colleen) Ferguson, Dartmouth; three daughters, Debbie (Blair) Reashore, Sydney Mines, Georgina (Ken) Gillis, Dartmouth, Diane (Terry) Dinham, North Sydney; one sister, Madonna (Roddie) MacDonald, Sydney; one brother, Con (Mae) Cantwell, Bras d'Or. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren, six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Alma was predeceased by her husband, George Ferguson, a sister, Jennie Butts and a brother, Gerald Cantwell. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Friday, June 27 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be celebrated 9 a.m., Saturday, June 28 at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Lung Association or to a charity of ones choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Flora 'Flo' Kendrick Burnett 1937-2007 Glace Bay/Sydney - A funeral service for the late Flora 'Flo' Kendrick Burnett, age 70, who passed away on Dec. 28, 2007, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Rev. Michael Henderson will be officiating. A reception will follow in the funeral home. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Georgina (Chiasson) Wood 83, Toronto, Ont. - Georgina (Chiasson) Wood, age 83, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008, at Kipling Acres Home for the Aged in Toronto, Ont. She was born in Reserve Mines, where she was a member of St. Joseph's parish. She left Reserve in the early 50s and has been a lifelong resident of Rexdale, Ont. She is survived by her son, John; her sisters, Stella (Greg) MacKinnon, Massachusetts, Carmella (Jerry) Mazze, California; special sister-in-law, Audrey (Wood) O'Neill, Ontario; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Florence and Mark Chiasson, husband, Gordon and son, Mark. She was also predeceased by brothers, Charles, Wilfred (Kid), Howard (Hurley), Aloysius and Harry. Burial has already taken place in Ontario. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mabel M. McDonald Memorial Service - A memorial service for the late Mabel M. McDonald will be held Saturday, June 28, 2008, in Knox United Church, Glace Bay at 10 a.m. with Rev. John Finlayson officiating. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Katherine M. McInnis Of Hyde Park, formerly of Cape Breton, Canada, Sept. 24, 2007. Beloved aunt of Caroline MacDougall, Rene & her husband Jeff Olson, and John & his wife Kathleen MacDougall. Grand aunt to Kaitlyn & Kristen Olson, and Devin & Delaney MacDougall. Loving sister of Mary Fallon of Brookline, and the late Jane Kiggin, Joseph McInnis, Angus McInnis, Madeline Searles, Roddie McInnis, Ann McInnis, and Irene MacDougall. Dear sister in law of Joan McInnis of Wrentham. Katherine was loved dearly by many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQUARE, on Thurs., Sept. 27th at 10 o'clock. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church at 11 o'clock. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours on Wednesday 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers donations in Katherine's memory may be made to The Boston Catholic TV, PO Box 9196, 34 Chestnut St., Watertown, MA 02471. For directions and on-line guest book go to _www.fjhiggins.com_ (http://www.fjhiggins.com/) F.J. Higgins Funeral Home 617-325-0455 Published in the Boston Globe on 9/26/2007. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Henry Ronald Powicki Age 72, a resident of Sherborn since 1964, died November 8, 2007 at the Wayside Hospice Center in Wayland. He was born in Lynn & at the age of 7 his family moved to Cambridge Springs, PA, where his father worked for Alliance College & his grandfather served on their Board of Trustees. He graduated from high school there & attended Alliance College for 2 years before transferring to MIT in Cambridge, MA. After graduating in 1957, he worked for LFE Electronics & Harvey Wells Corp., & then began a career with General Telephone & Electronics Corp., that spanned 32 years. He retired in 1993 as Deputy Director of Engineering for the Defense Communications Division. An Avid sports enthusiast, he was a life long Red Sox fan, as well as for many years was a season ticket holder for the Boston Celtics & the New England Patriots. He enjoyed tennis & golf & passed on his love & respect for those sports to his children & grandchildren. For the past 14 years, he & his wife have divided their time between Florida & Sherborn, spending 4 months of each year living in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. This was his sacred haven, a place surrounded by magnificent beauty, cherished friends & relatives & a rich history. It will be his final resting place. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Margaret (Antonioli) Powicki; one daughter, Jennifer Hawkins of Sherborn, two sons, Christopher Powicki & his wife Elizabeth Hooper of Cummaquid, MA and David Powicki & his wife Lydia Peterson of Leverett, MA. Also survived by his sisters, Joanne O'Connell & Joyce Powicki of California; 6 grandchildren & several nieces & nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Pilgrim Church, Sherborn, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007 at 11 AM. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Church St. Station, P.O. Box 780, NY, NY 10008-0780 Arrangements by John Everett & Sons Funeral Home, NATICK _www.everettfuneral.com_ (http://www.everettfuneral.com/) . Published in the Boston Globe on 11/28/2007. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

(http://www.legacy.com/bostonglobe/Guestbook.asp?Page=GuestBook&PersonID=98015218) _View/Sign Guestbook_ (http://www.legacy.com/bostonglobe/Guestbook.asp?Page=GuestBook&PersonID=98015218) ____________________________________ Dan "Danny" Strachan Of Pembroke, formerly of Roslindale and Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, November 13, 2007, after a brief illness. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Sullivan). Son of the late Daniel W. & Margaret (MacPhail) Strachan. Devoted father of Dan N. and his wife Tracey of Colorado Springs, CO, Joyce Judge and her husband Stephen of Hyde Park, Allison Beal and her husband Dan of Canton, Philip and his wife Loretta of Somerville, SC. Grandfather of Tara, Benjamin, Amanda and Sara Strachan, Eric and Christopher Judge, Daniel, Rachel and Jacob Beal. Great Grandfather of Alexia Strachan. Loving brother of Georgia Trapp of Plymouth, Mary Matheson of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Agnes Kelly of Avon, the late John, Alvin, Jevins, Angus, Euphemia Ferguson and Catherine McGarry. Loving uncle to many favorite nieces and nephews. Brother in law of eight favorite sisters in law. Visiting hours at the Brady & Fallon Funeral Home, 10 Tower St. (Opp. Forest Hills MBTA Station) JAMAICA PLAIN on Friday 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at The Presbyterian Church in Needham, 1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham on Saturday, November 17 at 9 AM. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dan's memory to the charity of one's choice. Life member of BPOE Boston Lodge #10. For information and directions please visit _www.bradyfallon.com_ (http://www.bradyfallon.com/) Brady & Fallon Funeral Home 617-524-0861 Published in the Boston Globe on 11/15/2007. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Mary Jessie MacDonald Age 78, of River Ryan, Nova Scotia Friday, Dec.7, 2007 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, NS. Born in New Waterford, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Hugh & Mary (Beaton) MacDonald from Inverness County. In 1952, Mary Jessie emigrated to Boston from New Waterford, and lived in Brighton, Brookline, & Allston. Mary Jessie was employed at Honeywell Corp. in Brighton for twenty-seven years. When she retired in 2001, Mary Jessie returned to Cape Breton making her home in River Ryan. A piano player, Mary Jessie developed her unique interpretation of Celtic music through performing regularly with her mother, who was a noted Cape Breton fiddler; and Winston Fitzgerald with whom she played on the radio. As an accompanist she played at the Greenville Cafe, Dudley St., and the Orange Hall in Brookline and at the Canadian American Club in Waltham. Mary Jessies name became synonymous with fine violin music, as she was a regular accompanist to musicians such as Angus Chisholm, Winston Fitzgerald, Bill Lamey and Tom Doucette. On performing visits to the US, violinists from Scotland such as Sean McGuire, Hector Mac Andrew, Ronald Gonella and Alistair Fraser sought her accompaniment. Throughout her career she was a frequent guest at Festival of American Fiddle Tunes, Port Townsend, WA and in 1988 Mary Jessie was honored for her contribution to American folk music by the Smithsonian Institute, Washington DC, where she performed with fiddler John Campbell for the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Other highlights of her career in music include Expo '86 in Vancouver and the 2002 Celtic Colours Festival concert held in her honor entitled Fiddlers Choice. Mary Jessie played at hundreds of house sessions during her life and can be heard throughout the classic private tape collections. In 1951, she recorded with Winston Fitzgerald; later with Joe MacLean; in 1978 with her mother for a Topic Label LP entitled the Gaelic Tradition in Cape Breton. In recent years she recorded with fiddlers: Donald Angus Beaton, Dave MacIsaac, Natalie MacMaster and Bill Lamey. Mary Jessie will be remembered for her distinctive and compelling piano style and her commitment to musicianship and innovation. She is survived by one sister, Jessie (Edward) Archibald, Braintree, MA, and one brother, John Hugh (Mary) MacDonald, New Waterford. Also surviving are nieces of Nova Scotia: Mary Cecilia Senecal, Terry Bradbury and Sandy Lotherington. Mary Jessie was predeceased by three sisters: Margaret Senecal, Ann Oravecz, Clair Currie and two brothers, Roderick Alexander and one in infancy. Visitation is on Sunday evening from 7-9 pm and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, Nova Scotia. The funeral mass is Tuesday 11:00 am at the Parish of St. Leonard/St. Joseph Church, Lingan. Interment at St. Joseph Church cemetery will be held at a later date. Reception to take place after the mass in the parish hall. Donations in her memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, Box 1441, Sydney, N.S., B1P 6R7. Please note that a ceilidh-vigil will take place at the funeral home Monday night at 7:30 pm. On-line condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca Published in the Boston Globe on 12/9/2007. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Margaret F. Cormier 92, of Nonantum, February 17, 2008, a long-time community activist in that section of the City of Newton, died Sunday morning at the Island Terrace Nursing Home in Lakeville, MA, following a long illness. She was the last surviving child of John and Lucy Cormier, who came to Newton in the early 1900's from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. She is predeceased by her parents, two sisters, four brothers and a cousin who was raised as a member of the family. A 1933 graduate of Newton High School, she joined the Raytheon company, first as a vacuum tube assembler and then moving into bookkeeping, where she worked until her retirement in the 1970's. She was a devoted member and participant as a lector in the Masses of St. Jean l'Evangeliste Church (which her mother had a key role in building), known locally as "The French Church" until - in her own words - she was "chased from the altar" by the notorious Fr. Paul Shanley. Her mother Lucy Cormier had a key role as Chairman of the Funding Committee for the original French Church on Dalby St. in Newton. A familiar attendee at Newton City Hall at hearings affecting Nonantum, she was lifetime defender and spokesperson for the individuality of that area, familiarly called "The Lake." She was appointed by Newton Mayor Theodore Mann to the city's Nonantum Advisory Committee and served until her loss of mobility forced her to resign. She had a strong devotion to the extended Cormier family and nursed her sister Mary through the last years of Mary's life. She leaves numerous nieces and nephews. Visiting hours are Wednesday 4-8pm at the Andrew J. Magni & Son F.H., 365 Watertown St, Rt. 16, NEWTON. Funeral Mass Thursday at 10:30AM at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, 573 Washington Street, Newton, with burial in the Cormier family plot in Holyhood Cemetery, Brookline. _www.magnifuneralhome.com_ (http://www.magnifuneralhome.com/) Published in the Boston Globe from 2/19/2008 - 2/20/2008. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Florence E. (MacDonald) Campbell Of Marian Manor, So. Boston, formerly of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and Randolph, died at the age of 98, May 6, 2008. Wife of the late Peter Campbell. Loving mother of June Marie Russo and her husband, Louis P. Russo of Plymouth and John Scott Campbell and his wife, Joan M. Pelland of Bradenton, FL. Daughter of the late Angus R. and Mary (Currie) MacDonald. Devoted sister of the late Christina E. MacDonald & Margaret Janowicz. Dear grandmother of Andrew Russo and his wife Fidelma Russo of Sudbury and Lois Anne Russo of Devens. Also survived by her great grandchildren Courtney Anne and Daniel Blute and Katelyn and Julie Anne Russo. Florence was born at French Road, Cape Breton, and has lived in Boston, and then Randolph for some ninety years. She was a retired Nurse who worked at BU School of Medicine, Research Unit, for 25 years. As Florence MacDonald, she participated in the 1928 Olympics at Amsterdam in the 800 meters for the USA. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Mass Saturday morning at 10 AM in the Chapel at Marian Manor Nursing Home, 130 Dorchester St., South Boston, MA 02127. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Randolph. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Marian Manor, 130 Dorchester St., South Boston, MA 02127. For additional information, directions or to leave a sympathy message, visit our website at: _www.cartwrightfuneral.com_ (http://www.cartwrightfuneral.com/) . Published in the Boston Globe on 5/8/2008. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Cape Breton Deaths June 26, 2008 Thursday Elaine Annette MacLellan 56, Scotchtown - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elaine Annette MacLellan, Tuesday, June 24, 2008, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Josephine (MacPherson) MacIsaac. Annette was a homemaker, she was a member of the New Waterford Army, Navy and Air Force, and enjoyed playing darts, reading and watching TV. She had a special friend in her dog, Pepper. Annette is survived by her son, John, at home, two brothers, Frank, New Waterford, and Lennie (Judy), Alberta. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, John, a sister, Sheila White, and a brother, Ray MacIsaac. Visitation for Annette will take place Friday, June 27 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Annette's life will be held Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/St. Agnes Church with burial in St. Agnes Cemetery. A luncheon to follow in St. Agnes hall, all are invited. Donations in Annette's memory may be made to the Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Annie MacLeod 93, Sydney - Annie Mary MacLeod, 93, of Cherry Street, Sydney, formerly of Royal Avenue, passed away at home, Wednesday, June 25, 2008, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Framboise, she was a daughter of the late William and Effie (MacDonald) MacLeod. Annie was a member of the Westminster Bible Presbyterian Church, the WMS and the auxiliary of the Cove Guest Home. Annie is survived by her husband of 70 years, Kenneth; daughter, Christine (Jim) Trimm, White Rock, B.C.; sisters, Archena MacNevin and Georgie MacLeod, Sydney; grandchildren, Sherry (Steve) Conrad, Beth (Tommy) Lynch and Jamie (Monique) Trimm; great-grandchildren, Brad, Kristopher and Ashley Conrad, Amanda and Stephen Lynch. Annie was predeceased by her daughter, Katherine Ann, a daughter in infancy, siblings, Catherine, Mary Anne, Margaret Tina, brother Neil Alex, Margaret Anne, Dolena, Hannah and Norma. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Friday, June 27 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel Saturday at 1 p.m. with James Murchison officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Kate McInnis - Kate McInnis passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008, in Richmond, at the age of 94 years. Predeceased by her husband, Duncan in 1988 and siblings, Neil, Mary, Catherine, John, Bella and Malcolm. Survived by her much loved nieces and nephews, grandnieces and nephews and great-grandnieces and nephews. Prayer service to be held on Sunday evening, June 29 at 7 p.m. at St. Monica's Parish, 12011 Woodhead Rd., Richmond. A Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Monday, June 30 at 10 a.m. at St. Monica's. Interment at Gardens at Gethsemane in Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covenant House Vancouver, 575 Drake St., Vancouver, B.C., V6B 4K8. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mabel M. McDonald Memorial Service - A memorial service for the late Mabel M. McDonald will be held Saturday, June 28, 2008, in Knox United Church, Glace Bay at 10 a.m. with Rev. John Finlayson officiating. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Leonard MacGillivray Of Braintree after a brief illness at the age of 57. Son of the late Charles F. and Margaret C. (Campbell) MacGillivray. Devoted brother of James MacGillivray and John MacGillivray both of Halifax, Dennis MacGillivray of Chelmsford, Joseph MacGillivray of Westford, Michael MacGillivray of FL, Joanne Donovan of Middletown, NJ, Rosemary Cronin of Palmyra, ME, Judith Belanger, Helen MacGillivray, Mary Leone MacGillivray, and Louise MacGillivray, all of Braintree. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Reposing at the Cartwright-Venuti Funeral Home, 845 Washington St., BRAINTREE, followed by a Funeral Mass Wednesday at 10:30 AM in St. Francis of Assisi Church, So. Braintree. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Randolph. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made in his name to the charity of your choice. For additional information and directions visit our web site _www.cartwrightfuneral.com_ (http://www.cartwrightfuneral.com/) . Mr. MacGillivray was born in Glace Bay, NS, Canada. He has lived in Braintree since 1952. He was an administrator in public relations for Whatman Co, of Rockland for over 10 years. He was a graduate of Braintree High School, Boston College and St. John Seminary. He was a former OMI Priest who was stationed at Jean D'Arc Church, Lowell and was a Chaplin at Mass General Hospital, Boston. Published in the Boston Globe on 2/4/2008. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Veronica "Ronnie" MacGillivray Age 90, of Norwood, MA, formerly of St. Petersburg, Florida died March 7, 2008 at Ellis Nursing Home in Norwood. Born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. Sister of the late Joseph, Catherine, Mary "Maisie" Jackson, Genevieve, and Michael. Loving aunt of Ann Marie Dooley of Foxboro, the late Marguerite "Marge" Denman, Jeanne Jackson of Swampscott, Susan Chambers of Weymouth, Diane Colbrooke of California, Joyce Janssen of Florida and Michael MacGillivray of Florida. A beautician for several years at Germano's Hair Salon in West Roxbury. After leaving worked for Dr. Jonathan Beckwith's Research Lab at the Harvard School of Medicine. Retiring to Florida in 1978. Memorial Service to be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be directed in her name to the Salvation Army, 187 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116. Please visit her online memorial at _www.mem.com_ (http://www.mem.com/) . Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood 781 762-0174 Published in the Boston Globe on 3/9/2008. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Martha M. (Collins) Burns Of Jamaica Plain and S. Dennis, June 17, 2008, age 96. Born in S.W. Margaree, Cape Breton, Canada. Beloved wife of the late William J. Burns. Loving mother of Edward G. and his wife Patricia of Walpole and Anne C. Burns of Jamaica Plain. Sister of Anne Richards of Canada, Angus Collins of NY, Theresa Cameron of Canada. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, William J. of Norwood, Stephen E. of Norfolk, David A. of Mansfield, Paula A. of Walpole, Christine P. Doyle of Foxboro, Patricia L. Kaplan of ME. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, Saturday, June 21 at 8:45 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Thomas Aquinas Church at 10 o'clock. Visiting hours Friday 4-8 PM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Donations may be made to the Armenian Nursing Home, 431 Pond St., or Thomas Aquinas Church, 95 South St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. For directions & guestbook: gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600 Published in the Boston Globe on 6/19/2008. Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)