Thanks very much for posting this Tricia, I have a few connections to this lady. She was the d/o John N., s/o Neil, s/o John 'Og', s/o Hector, Archibald, s/o Finlay, s/o John of Kintail MacKenzie. Bernardine ----- Original Message ----- From: <Mpsenior1@aol.com> To: <ns-cape-breton-l@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 10:25 AM Subject: [NS-CB] Edna (MacKenzie) Farrell > I just found this in the Boston Globe archives and thought I'd put it > here > on the list as her parents were from Christmas Island. > > Tricia > > > > Edna (MacKenzie) Farrell > In Roslindale, formerly of Brookline, September 3, 2007, at the age of > 90. > Beloved wife of the late Adrian M. Farrell. Devoted mother of Linda J. > Farrell-Conry (Brian) of Dedham, Deborah A. Farrell-Smith (David) of > Roslindale. > Loving "Gammie" of Brandon A. Campbell (Yaritza) of Fall River. Daughter > of the > late John N. and Theresa (MacKinnon) MacKenzie of Christmas Island, N.S. > Our > dear mother surrounded by her family passed peacefully through the > threshold > of forever. Widowed young she committed her life to her two young > daughters, > when her grandson was born this was a great joy. Happiest being with > family > and any shopping expedition that might arise. A Retired Brookline Public > School Employee. She is predeceased by sisters; Sister Mary Alexina > (Catherine > Ann), Kathleen MacLellan (Martin), Catherine D'Hooge (Hubie), Mary E. > Gillis > (John A.), Margaret Smith (Elwin), Mary Ann (Roderick), brothers: > Alphonsus, > Alex J., Neil J. (Catherine), Dan Archie (Kate), Peter (Mary Ann), > Michael A. > (Amilda/Lina) and loving son in law Thomas J. Maney. She is lovingly > remembered by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral from the > Bell-O'Dea Funeral > Home, 376 Washington St., BROOKLINE, Saturday morning at 9:10 followed by > a > Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Brookline at 10:00. > Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Friday from 4-8. > Interment > Walnut Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Edna's memory may > be > made to the Partners Hospice, 281 Winter St., Suite 200, Waltham, MA > 02451. > Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home 617-277-7652 > Published in the Boston Globe from 9/5/2007 - 9/7/2007.

I just found this in the Boston Globe archives and thought I'd put it here on the list as her parents were from Christmas Island. Tricia Edna (MacKenzie) Farrell In Roslindale, formerly of Brookline, September 3, 2007, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Adrian M. Farrell. Devoted mother of Linda J. Farrell-Conry (Brian) of Dedham, Deborah A. Farrell-Smith (David) of Roslindale. Loving "Gammie" of Brandon A. Campbell (Yaritza) of Fall River. Daughter of the late John N. and Theresa (MacKinnon) MacKenzie of Christmas Island, N.S. Our dear mother surrounded by her family passed peacefully through the threshold of forever. Widowed young she committed her life to her two young daughters, when her grandson was born this was a great joy. Happiest being with family and any shopping expedition that might arise. A Retired Brookline Public School Employee. She is predeceased by sisters; Sister Mary Alexina (Catherine Ann), Kathleen MacLellan (Martin), Catherine D'Hooge (Hubie), Mary E. Gillis (John A.), Margaret Smith (Elwin), Mary Ann (Roderick), brothers: Alphonsus, Alex J., Neil J. (Catherine), Dan Archie (Kate), Peter (Mary Ann), Michael A. (Amilda/Lina) and loving son in law Thomas J. Maney. She is lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home, 376 Washington St., BROOKLINE, Saturday morning at 9:10 followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Brookline at 10:00. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours Friday from 4-8. Interment Walnut Hills Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Edna's memory may be made to the Partners Hospice, 281 Winter St., Suite 200, Waltham, MA 02451. Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home 617-277-7652 Published in the Boston Globe from 9/5/2007 - 9/7/2007. **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

Niagara Falls Review on Monday, June 23, 2008 Obituary for Mary Helen (Kehoe) Judson JUDSON, Mary Helen (Kehoe) - Peacefully at Bella Senior Residence, Niagara Falls, on Tuesday June 17, 2008, in her 100th year. Beloved wife of the late Alec Judson (1983). Loved and loving mother of Lawrence (Pat), Charlotte (Don), Al (Stella), Art (Rita, deceased 2005). Loving and generous Nana to 11 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Helen graduated from St. Rita's School of Nursing, Sydney, Nova Scotia and had a long career as a dedicated and respected nurse. She was a faithful member of St. Patrick's Church for over 50 years. The family will receive friends at HETHERINGTON & DEANS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5176 Victoria Avenue on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Church on Thursday June 26, 2008, at 10 AM. Rite of committal will take place in Fairview Cemetery. The family would appreciate contributions to the charity of ones choice. Online tributes may be made at www.mem.com 11138712 submitted by "Ken Walsh" <kwalsh7@cogeco.ca>

Cape Breton Deaths June 25, 2008 Wednesday Denzel Noel Richard Basque - Membertou April 4, 2008 - June 23, 2008 Denzel Noel Richard Basque passed away Monday, June 23, 2008, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, he was the beloved son of Julie Anne Porter and Tecumseh Basque. Also surviving is a brother, Tecumseh Battiste, Eskasoni; maternal grandparents, Tracey and Terry Paul, Membertou; Ralph and Wanda Porter, New Brunswick; paternal grandmother, Vivian Basque, Eskasoni; godparents, Sophia Basque and Jay Dennis and a large number of aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by a sister, Layla Patience. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 25 starting at 4 p.m. at the home of grandparents, Tracey and Terry Paul, 51 Bradley St., Membertou. A funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony Daniel Church with Rev. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Interment in Membertou Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Edward V. King Florence - It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Edward V. King, Florence, on Monday, June 23, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence, he was the son of the late George and Minnie (Long) King. He was a member of St. Stephen's parish, Florence. He worked at the Florence and Princess collieries. He also did plumbing and heating at Moore's Electric in North Sydney, and was custodian of Florence Elementary School until his retirement. Edward was a man of many talents. Two of his favourite hobbies were woodworking and fishing. He is survived by his loving wife, Josephine (Jessome) King; daughters, Dolores, Florence, Patrice (Dennis) Jones, Kempt Head, Alison (Gerard) Tremblett, Florence, and Angela (John) Finney, Sydney Mines. Also surviving are his sisters, Madonna (Ken) Bishop, Coxheath, Ann (Danny) MacLean, St. Catharines, Ont., and brothers, Jim, Florida, and David (Phyllis), Sydney Mines; grandchildren, Jennifer, Holly and Edward and a great-grandson, Liam. Edward was predeceased by brothers, George, Louis, Gregory, a sister, Catherine and a great-granddaughter, Adrianna Rose. Visitation for Edward King will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Thursday, June 26, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass to celebrate Edward's life will take place Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen's Church, Florence, with Fr. Reg Currie officiating. The burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bras d'Or. Donations in Edward's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Evelyn MacIver 89, Baddeck - Evelyn MacIver, 89, of Baddeck, passed away at Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Sunday, June 22, 2008. She was born in St. Patrick's Channel, the daughter of the late Margaret and John MacNaughton. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family of 10 brothers and sisters. Evelyn was married to Malcolm MacIver who passed away in November 1996. She worked in Boston for many years and when they retired, they bought a home in Baddeck, where she lived until her death. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Margaret MacKay of Baddeck and several nieces and nephews. Visitation for the late Mrs. MacIver will take place today (Wednesday, June 25) at Farquharson Memorial Presbyterian Church, Middle River, from 1 p.m. until funeral at 2 p.m. with Rev. Karen Lynch officiating. Burial in Middle River Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dougal Currie - Dougal Currie passed away at the Douglas Memorial Hospital, Fort Erie, Ont., on Monday, June 23, 2008. Beloved husband of Phyllis (Peggy); loving father of David (Josephia), Greg (Ursula) and Dougal (Jackie); stepfather of John (Beverly) and Michael. Also survived by sisters, Sarah and Theresa; 13 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his four brothers and one sister. Friends may call at The Williams Funeral Home, 722 Ridge Rd. North, Ridgeway, Ont., from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 25. The funeral mass will be celebrated in St. George's Catholic Church, Crystal Beach, Ont., Thursday, June 26 at 10:30 a.m. Interment to take place at Ridgeway Memorial Cemetery. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Henry Ronald Powicki Sherborn, Mass./Kempt Head - A Service of Remembrance for the late Henry Powicki, who passed away Nov. 8, 2007, will be held at the Drummond Memorial United Church in Ross Ferry, Saturday, June 28, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Sean Handcock officiating. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Margaret (Antonioli) Powicki; his daughter, Jennifer Hawkins, Sherborn; son, Christopher and wife Elizabeth Hooper, Cummaquid, Mass.; and son, David Powicki and wife, Lydia Peterson, Leverett, Mass.; six grandchildren; his sisters, Joanne O'Connell and Joyce Powicki of California and several nieces and nephews. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon 80, Glace Bay/Halifax Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon, 80, of Glace Bay and Halifax, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Rod and Katie Bell (MacAulay) Gillis. She was a devout member of St. Mary's Basilica, Halifax. She is survived by her stepdaughters, Dawn (Bruce) MacKeigan, Valerie (Glenn) Crowdis; grandchildren, Lisa Ripley (Brian), David MacKeigan (Christina McCarthy), Jeanne Crowdis (Daniel Pitcher) and Lori Beth Crowdis. Lovingly referred to as 'Nannie Annie', she will be missed by great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Fallon and Mary Jean Ripley, Kinnon Pitcher, Ella and Ciaran MacKeigan; sisters, Alice (Ray) Campbell, Sydney, Shirley (Roland) Lauzon, Ontario, Jeanette Zucco, New York, Joan (Don) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Florence (Dennis) Seward, Massachusetts, Carol (Charlie) Reed, New Hampshire, Sandra (Blaise) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Margie (Anthony) MacNeil, Massachusetts; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, C.R. McKinnon, sister, Mary (Joe) Steele, brothers, Clarie (Lorna) Gillis, Michael 'Bud' (Eileen) Gillis, Roddie (Bev) Gillis and sister, Annie in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

In a message dated 6/24/2008 1:02:13 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, ritam@axion.net writes: Cape Breton Deaths June 24, 2008 Tuesday Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon 80, Glace Bay/Halifax Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon, 80, of Glace Bay and Halifax, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Rod and Katie Bell (MacAulay) Gillis. She was a devout member of St. Mary's Basilica, Halifax. She is survived by her stepdaughters, Dawn (Bruce) MacKeigan, Valerie (Glenn) Crowdis; grandchildren, Lisa Ripley (Brian), David MacKeigan (Christina McCarthy), Jeanne Crowdis (Daniel Pitcher) and Lori Beth Crowdis. Lovingly referred to as 'Nannie Annie', she will be missed by great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Fallon and Mary Jean Ripley, Kinnon Pitcher, Ella and Ciaran MacKeigan; sisters, Alice (Ray) Campbell, Sydney, Shirley (Roland) Lauzon, Ontario, Jeanette Zucco, New York, Joan (Don) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Florence (Dennis) Seward, Massachusetts, Carol (Charlie) Reed, New Hampshire, Sandra (Blaise) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Margie (Anthony) MacNeil, Massachusetts; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, C.R. McKinnon, sister, Mary (Joe) Steele, brothers, Charlie (Lorna) Gillis, Michael 'Bud' (Eileen) Gillis, Roddie (Bev) Gillis and sister, Annie in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to _twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca_ (mailto:twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca) . This is my aunt. Just a correction on the brother "Charlie".......it should read Clarie. This is an error in the Cape Breton Post. Thanks, Tricia **************Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut00050000000007)

The Daily Gleaner, NB Tues. June 24, 2008 HORNE, SAMUEL EVERETT - The death of Samuel Everett Horne of Waterville Sunbury Co. NB occurred at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital on Saturday, June 21st, 2008 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, Cape Breton Island, he was the son of Everett Horne and Helen (Drinkwater) Slocum and step son of Vera Horne and the loving husband of Dereta Horne. Sam retired from the Military Armoured Corp in 1976. It was after his retirement he studied to become a Stationary Engineer and worked at the UNB Heating Plant until 1993. He enjoyed camping and spending time with family and special friends. He loved to paint Folk Art, which many of them were sold around the world. His special hobbies were collecting stamps and coins but he especially loved the time spent with his grandchildren and faithful canine companion Oliver. Survived by his parents; loving wife Dereta; step mother, Vera; two sons, Chad (Heather) of Waterville, Sunbury Co, and Chet (Financee Tracey) of Victoria, BC; grandchildren, Cody, Drayton and Samantha; two sisters, Margaret Horne-Imbeault (Steve Paul) of Dartmouth, NS and Marie Spence (Bryan) of Barrie ON; brother-in-law, Ken Harper and his wife Chris, and sister-in-law, Arlene Harper; as well as several nieces and nephews. A special thank you to the Doctors and Nurses at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital Palliative Care Unit for the wonderful care Sam received while he was a patient there you will never be forgotten. Predeceased by one brother in law, Ralph Harper. Visitation will be held at Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 25th, 2008 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 26th, 2008 at 2:00 pm at the Oromocto Funeral Home Chapel. Padre Malcolm Berry will officiate. Interment will be held at the Geary French Lake Waterville Cemetery later date. For those who wish, memorial tributes may be made to the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital Palliative Care Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society. www.oromoctofh.com submitted by "Penny Lane" <plane001@sympatico.ca>

Cape Breton Deaths June 24, 2008 Tuesday Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon 80, Glace Bay/Halifax Anne Marie 'Annie' McKinnon, 80, of Glace Bay and Halifax, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Rod and Katie Bell (MacAulay) Gillis. She was a devout member of St. Mary's Basilica, Halifax. She is survived by her stepdaughters, Dawn (Bruce) MacKeigan, Valerie (Glenn) Crowdis; grandchildren, Lisa Ripley (Brian), David MacKeigan (Christina McCarthy), Jeanne Crowdis (Daniel Pitcher) and Lori Beth Crowdis. Lovingly referred to as 'Nannie Annie', she will be missed by great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Fallon and Mary Jean Ripley, Kinnon Pitcher, Ella and Ciaran MacKeigan; sisters, Alice (Ray) Campbell, Sydney, Shirley (Roland) Lauzon, Ontario, Jeanette Zucco, New York, Joan (Don) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Florence (Dennis) Seward, Massachusetts, Carol (Charlie) Reed, New Hampshire, Sandra (Blaise) MacNeil, Massachusetts, Margie (Anthony) MacNeil, Massachusetts; and by numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, C.R. McKinnon, sister, Mary (Joe) Steele, brothers, Charlie (Lorna) Gillis, Michael 'Bud' (Eileen) Gillis, Roddie (Bev) Gillis and sister, Annie in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Christena MacNeil 63, Sydney - It is with deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Chris after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with her loving family at her side. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late D.W. and Anne (MacMullin) MacDonald. Chris was a wonderful teacher who loved children and enriched the lives of so many of her students. Most of her teaching career was spent at St. Anthony Daniel Elementary School before retiring from Coxheath Elementary. She enjoyed tennis, golf, curling, painting and gardening. Chris was a long standing member of the Cromarty Tennis Club. She enjoyed travelling with her family and helping out in the community. She volunteered with the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Chris is survived by her loving husband, Kevin; sons, Donald Kevin and Michael Archie; sisters, Anne (Steve) Sajatovich, Bernadette (Pat) Murray; brothers, Len (Elaine), Jim (Mona); mother-in-law, Margie MacNeil; sisters-in-law, Jane and Nancy and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Chris was predeceased by father-in-law, Archie MacNeil. Chris was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend, who possessed a strong faith. She will be remembered for her quiet strength and calming influence. She will be deeply missed, especially by her loving sons who acknowledge that Chris made them grow into the people they have become and of whom she was so proud. Visitation for the late Chris MacNeil will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Tuesday, June 24 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony Daniel church on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Fatima House, Heart and Stoke Foundation or a charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca "Chris was the centre of our home, of our hearts and of our lives." ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Earl Dupe 83, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Earl Dupe on Monday, June 23, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Ingonish, he was the son of the late Charles and Marjorie (Winters) Dupe. Earl was employed with Devco as a coal miner for a number of years and then moved on to operate his own service station in New Waterford. He also worked for the town of New Waterford as a mechanic, retiring in 1984. His love and sense of humour were evident to his last days. He had a great love of the outdoors and nature, especially fishing and fishing the Margaree River, making new friends and meeting with older ones. He always enjoyed spending the summers at the bungalow in Margaree. Earl is survived by his wife of 30 years, Phyllis (Watson) Dupe; two stepdaughters, Celeste (Richard) Murray, Dartmouth, and Gwen (Donnie) Ellsworth, Kingston, N.S.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters, Clara Hawley (Fred) and Martha 'Toots' (Lawrence) MacLean, Eloise (Charles) McAskill, all of Ontario, and Marjorie Orton, Sydney. Besides his parents, Earl was predeceased by his former wife, Mary Louise Poirier, his son, Earl 'Luigie' and three brothers, Jake, Morrison and Jim. Visitation for Earl will take place Wednesday, June 25 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 Earl's life will take place Thursday, June 26 at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/Mount Carmel Church. Cremation will follow. A luncheon will be held at the KOC Hall, Plummer Avenue, all are invited. Donations in Earl's memory may be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care or the VON, which we thank so much for their compassion and wonderful care of Earl. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Patricia Ann Mauger Age 56 - It is with great sadness that we, the family, have to announce the loss of a loving wife, mother and grandmother, Patricia Ann Mauger of Rocky Bay, who passed away suddenly on June 22, 2008, at the St. Anne Community and Nursing Care Centre, Arichat. Born in St. John's, N.L., she was a daughter of Anne (Corbett) Myers of Chapel's Cove N.L., and the late Joseph Myers. Patricia loved music and a good time with family and friends. Left with fond and loving memories are her loving husband of 25 years, Warren Chester; daughter, Karen, Sydney; son, Glen, at home; grandchildren, Carter, Madison and Kircy; sisters, Mary (James) Hawco, Chapel's Cove, N.L., Loretta (Patrick) Healey, Holy Rood, N.L., Theresa Morrissey and Family, Chapel's Cove, Debbie (Patrick) Stratt, Harbour Main N.L; brother, James (Bernadette) Myers, Chapel's Cove N.L.; also a large number of nieces and nephews and a circle of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her special grandmother, Nora, mother and father-in-law, Ester and John Mauger and sister, Doreen Cantwell Visitation will be held this evening (Tuesday, June 24, 2008) from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday, June 25 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. from where a vigil service will be held at 4 p.m. to celebrate the life of Patricia, all in the C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home, Arichat, with Rev. Angus MacDougall officiating A memorial mass will be held at a later date in St. Peter and Paul's Church, Harbour Main, N.L., with burial in the R.C. Cemetery, Chapel's Cove N.L. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H. Boudreau Funeral Home in Arichat. Family flowers only please. To send online condolences or to light a candle in memory of Margaret, visit us online at www.chboudreau.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Post June 23, 2008 CENTREVILLE, Md. (AP) - For four centuries, they were the ultimate pack rats. Now a Maryland family's massive collection of letters, maps and printed bills has surfaced in the attic of a former plantation, providing a firsthand account of life from the 1660s through the Second World War. "Historians are used to dealing with political records and military documents," said Adam Goodheart, a history professor at nearby Washington College. "But what they aren't used to is political letters and military documents kept right alongside bills for laundry or directions for building a washing machine." Goodheart is working with state archivists and a crew of four student interns to collect the documents, which were found stuffed into boxes, barrels and peach baskets. "Look at this: 'Negro woman, Sarah, about 27 years old, $25,' " Goodheart says, reading from a 19th century inventory. "It was as though this family never threw away a scrap of paper." The documents include maps, letters, financial records, political posters, even a lock of hair from a letter dated Valentine's Day, 1801. There's a love poem from the 1830s (in which a young man graphically tells his sweetheart what he'd do if he sneaked into her room on a winter's night), along with war accounts and bills of sale from slaves and crops. The papers come from several generations of the Emory family, prominent tobacco and wheat farmers who settled here on a land grant from Lord Baltimore in the 1660s. The former Poplar Grove plantation is still in family hands, though the mansion now is used only as a hunting lodge. The documents were mouldering in an attic until students touring the house started sorting through them this spring. "I don't believe any of us knew these papers were there," said Mary Wood, an Emory cousin whose son inherited the plantation in 1998. "We didn't go there all that often, and when you do, you don't go up in people's attics and look around." Washington College has had access to the plantation for years, but Goodheart said he assumed the papers in the attic weren't old or important. They aren't in any particular order, and some are mouse-eaten tatters that look like something out of "The Da Vinci Code." "You really get a sense of the range of America through these papers," said Edward Papenfuse, director of the Maryland State Archives, which will eventually house them. Perhaps most strikingly, letters tell of a family's torn allegiances during the Civil War. The Emorys lived on Maryland's Eastern Shore, across Chesapeake Bay from Baltimore, where the plantation economy of the South ended and the abolitionist industrial North began. It was a conflict the Emorys catalogued, anti-slavery petitions stacked alongside records of slaves sent to Natchez, Miss., and a packet of letters, still tied in silk ribbon, titled, "Correspondence with W.H. Emory and wife in regard to his resignation from U.S. Army, 1861." The Emorys owned slaves, but some signed an 1,832 petition to the Maryland legislature calling for the gradual eradication of slavery. One family member, William Emory, was a colonel in the U.S. army when the Civil War began. He wrote out a resignation of his post, then changed his mind and fought for the Union. Two sons also fought in the Civil War - one for the Union, one for the Confederacy. Bundles of letters from all family members detail their divided feelings. The family kept not just personal letters, but political posters about the conflict. "These are things that usually do not survive," Papenfuse said, pointing to a broadside blasting then-president Martin Van Buren for favouring voting rights for "every free ." "After the heat of a campaign, this printed matter was thrown out or put to other uses, including the outhouse." Not so at the Emory house, where even small scraps of paper were kept alongside military uniforms and other family heirlooms. The collection also includes notes on an aspect of slavery historians know little about: the practice of renting slave labour to neighbours and plantations farther south.

Cape Breton Deaths June 23, 2008 Monday Colin Gerard McDonald 54, Glace Bay - The death of Colin Gerard McDonald, 54, of Glace Bay, occurred suddenly at home. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Colin Francis and Mary (Chauder) McDonald with whom he presently resided. Colin was employed with Devco for 23 and one-half years and also the Heavy Water Plant. Colin played hockey with Metro Bs plus senior hockey with the Colts. Colin had a very good sense of humour, he was a pleasure to watch. Colin was a member of Holy Cross parish, Glace Bay. Besides his parents, Colin is survived by his two sons, Colin Jr. of Alberta and Derek of Winnipeg; one brother, Tom, Ottawa; one sister, Eileen, Cambridge, Ont. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Colin was predeceased by his daughter, Angela, paternal grandparents, Elizabeth and Joe McDonald, maternal grandparents, Jenny and Tom Chauder, and sister-in-law, Carol McDonald. Visitation will take place at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John 'Jack' B. Simms 98, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the loss of our beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, John 'Jack' Simms on Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Glace Bay Healthcare Complex. Dad was born in Pass Island, N.L., Jan. 22, 1910. He was the son of the late Jacob and Alice (Piercy) Simms. Dad worked the coal mines for 33 years in Caledonia and #26. He loved being down in his barn building lawn ornaments and birdhouses. John was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Viletta (Rideout) Simms, a daughter Thelma, son-in-law, Doddy Osborne, daughters-in-law, Nessie and Edith Simms, brothers, Sandy, Walter, Jake, Phil and Bert. Surviving are sons, Gord (Veronica), Art (Rose), Jack (Helen), Jim (Maureen); daughter, Brenda (Mrs. Bill Munden); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a very special friend, Beanie. Visitation for the late John Simms will take place Monday, June 23, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home & Chapel, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 24, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Anglican Church with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to patten@seaside.ns.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Victoria MacDonald 82, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we, the family of Victoria MacDonald, announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister, on Saturday, June 21, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Barney and Ida (Tighe) Ryan. A warm-hearted, loving person, Mom was best known for her out-going personality and her great sense of fun and laughter. She was remarkable for her ingenuity in turning any event into an extraordinary one. She brightened so many people's lives with her creative energy and she gave generously to all who knew her. In her early years she loved to dance and go skating. Later she added to her accomplishments, winning trophies for Best Entry in the Coal Dust Parade and also the Santa Claus Parade. She loved to go to bingo, play cards at the Pensioners' Club, and enjoyed her many friends at Aging Gracefully. She especially loved her time spent at her weekly 'club meetings', her loyal friends who bonded as family for over 50 years. She was a devoted grandmother and great-grandmother who took pride in her grandchildren and great grandchildren who in turn adored her. Victoria is survived by daughters, Sherry (Tom) Sullivan and Rodina Whitman, New Waterford, and Cynthia Slattery, Saskatoon; sons, Duncan (Tina), L'Ardoise, John, Halifax, Stephen, Bruce (Clara); and daughter-in-law, Barbara MacDonald, all of New Waterford, as well as 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters, Marilyn Ryan, and Delores Fraser, New Waterford, Lovie Janega and Vange Gaudet, Sydney, and Shirley MacNeil, Toronto. Besides her parents, Victoria was predeceased by her husband, Duncan, son, Kevin, brothers, Barney, Herman, Terrence, Lucius, Jerry, Greg and Tony, sisters, Margaret (Peg), Tessie and Ida. Visitation for Victoria will take place Monday, June 23, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Victoria's life will take place Tuesday, June 24 at 2 p.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/Mount Carmel Church, with burial to follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery. A luncheon will follow in St. Agnes Hall, all are invited. Donations in Victoria's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sheila Marie (nee Jones) Ratchford - Passed away after a short illness at Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital, Burlington, Thursday, June 19, 2008, with her loving family by her side. Sheila was in her 68th year. Beloved partner of 25 years of Fabian Corcoran; cherished mother of Donna Aiton, Burlington and Stephen Ratchford (Lynn), Kingston. Loving Nana of Max and Jacob Aiton, Sean and Sarah Ratchford. Beloved sister of Lilian Christian and Hilda White (Ray), Nova Scotia, Doreen Cameron (John), Trenton, and Gerald Jones (Petra), Toronto; sister-in-law of Gertrude Jones. Predeceased by her brother, Charles Jones. Sheila will be dearly missed by Wendy Ratchford, many extended family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at Smith's Funeral Home, 1167 Guelph Line (one stoplight north of QEW), Burlington, 905-632-3333, Monday, June 23, from 12-1 p.m. where a Service of Remembrance will be celebrated in the chapel at 1 p.m. If desired, as an expression of sympathy, donations made to the Joseph Brant Memorial Hospital would be greatly appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Post Wednesday, 10 October 1984, page 2, NSARM # 1825 John James Saunders Sydney Mines - John James Saunders, 64, of 8 Atlantic Street died Saturday, October 06, 1984 in Northside General Hospital. Born in Alder Point, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Saunders Sr., residing in Sydney Mines most of his life. Mr. Saunders was employed as a carpenter with Northside Victoria District School Board. He served overseas during the Second World War and was a member of Breton Branch 8, Royal Canadian Legion. A member of St. Pius X. Church, he is survived by his wife the former Helen E. Devoe, five sons, Bernard and Ernest in Sydney Mines; Kenneth and Alex at Home; Kevin in Lunenburg; five daughters, Marie (Mrs. Robert John Potter), Sydney Mines, Judy (Mrs. Charles Young) Sydney Mines; Bernadette, Matilda and Rose Marie at home; also a sister Annie Mae (Mrs. Carl Estabrooks) Sackville. He was predeceased by a son William and a sister Sister Carmella Saunders. The body rested at the G. R. Frances and Sons Funeral Home from where the funeral was held Tuesday with Requiem Mass at 2 pm in St. Pius X. Church. Interment was made in St. Joseph's Cemetery. from our hard working Cape Bretoner living in Halifax "Kevin Podgursky" <kpodgursky@gmail.com>

Cape Breton Deaths June 21, 2008 Saturday William E. 'Bill' Chase 74, North Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bill Chase, 74, a resident of Regent Street, North Sydney, on Thursday, June 19, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Niagara Falls, Ont., he was a son of the late Roy Anson and Ellen Rachal (Brown) Chase. Bill was employed as chief draftsman with Atomic Energy Canada in Etobicoke, Ont. for many years, later transferring to the heavy water plant in Glace Bay until retirement. Bill is survived by his wife, Joan (Wall) Chase; stepson, Bernie Ingraham, North Sydney; stepdaughter, Kimberly Cairns, Scotland; and by seven grandchildren. Bill was loved and respected by many and will be missed by all. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held Monday, 10 a.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A private burial to take place at a later date. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Paul Alexander 'Alex' White May 21, 1928-June 19, 2008 Scotchtown - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Alexander 'Alex' White, 80, of Catherine Street, Scotchtown, on Thursday, June 19, 2008, at Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Peter and Mary Elizabeth 'May' (Hannigan) White. Alex was a member of the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael's Church, River Ryan. He was employed with Devco, retiring after 40 years of service working in No. 12, 16, 26, Lingan and Prince collieries. He was a life-member of the Lions Club and an active member of the Canadian Red Cross. He loved dancing and playing darts. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Lillian (Shea) White; daughter, Paula (Larry) Carrigan, Waterloo, Ont.; sons, David (Ginny), Saint John, N.B., Bruce (Tina), Lingan, Robert (Brenda), Scotchtown, Jay (Brian), Ottawa, Ont.; sisters, Pauline MacKinnon, Sydney, Sister Mary Lois White (Rita), London, Ont., Loretta (Bob) Finn, Arlington, Mass., Mary Ellen MacDonald, New Waterford. Also surviving are nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his former wife, Judy Hulford; sisters, Florence, Georgina and brothers, Freddie, Bernie and Murdock. Visitation for Alex White will be held Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m., Tuesday, June 24, in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael's Church. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. A reception will follow in the Gaul Centre, River Ryan, all are welcome. Donations in Alex's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or charity of choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Caroline Veronica La Tulippe 69, New Victoria - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Caroline La Tulippe on June 19, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care, surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Catherine (Fraser) MacSween. Caroline was a homemaker and a member of St. Joseph's CWL, New Victoria, N.S. Caroline is survived by companion, Bernie MacPhee; daughters, Elizabeth (Harry), Sheila (Stephen), both of New Waterford, Martha (Wilson), New Victoria, and Mary (Mamie), Georgetown, Ont.; sons, Eddie, Sydney, Claude (Debbie), Brampton, Ont., and Scott (Cathy), New Waterford; also many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Patsy (Paul), Bertha, both of Brampton, and Barbara (John), New Victoria; and brother, Claude (Shirley), New Victoria. Besides her father, she was predeceased by a special aunt, Bertha (Bea). Visitation will take place Sunday, June 22, 2008, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A chapel service to celebrate Caroline's life will be held Monday, June 23, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Cremation to follow, with burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Lingan, N.S. Donations in memory of Caroline can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Diabetes Association. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Steven Kevin Capstick 31, Sydney Mines - Steven Capstick of 15 MacKay St., Sydney Mines, passed away on June 19 in Alberta, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Sydney Mines, Steven was the son of Kevin and Ann (Degaust) Capstick. Steven was a member of the St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines. He was employed as a labourer in Alberta for the past several years. Besides his parents, Steven is survived by his loving wife, Leila (Sampson) and his son, Mitchell; one sister, Shauna MacIntyre, Edmonton, Atla.; and his maternal grandmother, Kathleen Capstick, Sydney Mines. Steven is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Steven was predeceased by his brother, Shayne, maternal grandparents, James and Marguerite Degaust and paternal grandfather, William Capstick. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place in Alberta. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines, Monday, June 23, 2008, at 10 a.m. under the direction of Francis Funeral Home with Fr. Hughie MacNeil officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Lawrence MacDonald April 30, 1930-June 14, 2008 - Lawrence MacDonald instilled in his family a love of nature, the ocean and Cape Breton. Born and raised in Port Hood, his working career began in Ontario, then home to Cape Breton, where he worked for Devco and then in administration for the C.B. School Board. With his wife Donalda, they owned and operated the Garden Cabins in Sydney Forks. Lawrence had exceptional energy, drive and an innovative spirit, creating a diverse and adventurous life. He started a construction company, handcrafted a sailboat, an ice boat, and raced harness horses. He built a cottage on the Bras d'Or Lakes, for many years of happy family memories. He had a zest for life and was passionate about his garden, his dogs, golf, hockey, baseball and was an armchair Jeopardy champ. He was the "go-to" home improvement expert and dedicated his time and talent to help his family. Lawrence stood tall and lived on his own terms. He and Donalda retired to the B.C. in 1997 to join their children and he maintained his proud attachment to Cape Breton, avidly reading the Cape Breton Post and the Inverness Oran. His love for his family and sense of humour were evident to the day he died. He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Donalda; five children, Valerie (Paul), Lorna, Scott (Bev), David (Debbie), Patsy (John); 11 grandchildren and his sisters, Mary O' Hara (Aubrey) and Marguerite Anderson, with nieces and nephews in Inverness, Michigan, Florida and Massachusetts. The family offer heartfelt thanks to the Maple Ridge Palliative Care and Hospice Teams. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Palliative Care Program in Maple Ridge. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ronald MacSween Sydney - A memorial service for the late Ronald Willett MacSween, who passed away on March 13, 2008, will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Tuesday, June 24 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Interment in Alfred Smith Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Daniel Flannigan Memorial Mass - A memorial mass will be held for Daniel Joseph Flannigan at Holy Redeemer Church on Saturday, June 28 at 11 a.m. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Isabelle MacDonald Formerly of Sydney Mines - Isabelle Josephine MacDonald died peacefully in her sleep on June 15, 2008, in Knowlton, Que. Born in Sydney Mines, Isabelle was the daughter of the late Dr. Duncan R. MacLean and Christine (MacDonald) MacLean. She attended Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church and was educated in Sydney Mines and at both Acadia University and Mount Allison University. She married Dr. Fyfe MacDonald in 1944 and lived in Simcoe, Ont. and Town of Mount Royal, Quebec before retiring in Lindsay, Ont. She is survived by a son, Dr. Ross Macdonald (Geraldine), Calgary; a daughter, Janet Burtch (Peter) Barnard, Vermont; three grandchildren; brother, Frank MacLean (Florence), Sydney; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, and a sister, Blanche MacLean. Service and interment will be in the fall. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hello All, I am searching for information on the family of Mary Fraser born in Pleasant Bay,daughter of Kenneth and Mary (MacKinnon) Fraser .Kenneth was born in Pleasant Bay , Mary was from Meat Cove.It is thought that the family moved to Inverness . Duncan Fraser a miner ,died in Inverness in 1932 from a cut fermoral artery from a street ?? fight. I think Duncan might have been Mary's brother ? Mary married Robert Hart from Sydney Mines in 1928 and lived in New Waterford until her death in 1974.Robert was the son of Patrick Joesph Hart and Mary Jane ? .Patrick was the son of Charles and Sarah (MacKay )Hart. There was a Charles ? Fraser from Inverness who was married to Flora Campbell (daughter of Donald Edward) from Campbell's Mountain.Does any one know if these two Fraser families(Kenneth's and Charles) are related ? Thanks in advance to anyone who might be able to straighten this family out some. Arlene _________________________________________________________________

Cape Breton Deaths June 20, 2008 Friday Melvin Wayne Harris - Melvin Wayne Harris was born in Sydney, N.S., Aug. 23, 1948, and departed this life in Vancouver, B.C., on June 2, 2008. Wayne was the beloved son of Wilbert and Ena Harris (both deceased) of Sydney. He was the husband of Elda (Moise) Harris; and the father of Richard and Ena Marie Harris who currently reside in Calgary, Atla. Wayne is also survived by his four sisters, Ruby Harris, Eulene Harris and Marva Martin of Boston, and Lanetta Brunson, Brockton, Mass. Wayne was predeceased by his brother, Clarence, but is survived by his other three brothers, Lester, Vernon, B.C., Glen and Lloyd of Boston. Following cremation in Vancouver, a private memorial service was held Saturday, June 14, 2008, at the Glenmore Temple, Calgary. Wayne (Jasper) will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Donations in his memory may be sent to the Vancouver Poppy Fund. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths June 19, 2008 Thursday John Joseph MacNeil 70, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of John Joe, which occurred Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex, Glace Bay. Born in Reserve Mines, John Joe was the son of the late John and Lucy (Burns) MacNeil. John Joe is survived by his daughter, Jolene MacNeil, Glace Bay; son, Keith (Darlene) MacNeil, Halifax; wife, June (Roberts) MacNeil; stepson, James (Jaqueline) Stoodley, Glace Bay, with whom he resided; grandchildren, Elliot and Andrew MacNeil, Halifax. John Joe is also survived by his brother, David (Helen) McNeil; nieces, Debbie Crane, Annette McNeil, Midge (Glen) Binder, Frances (Jimmy) Fraser, Donna (Peck) Gouthro, Jane (Bill) Musgrave, Ann (Wayne) Lerette, Peggy (Paul) Heyman, Erin McNeil; nephews, Bobby (Lynn) McNeil, Derrick (Jo-Anne) McNeil, Sandy (Denise) McNeil, Adam McNeil, Gerry (Jacqueline) McNeil and Bill Murphy. Besides his parents, John Joe was predeceased by brother, Robert McNeil, sister, Elizabeth 'Betty' Murphy, companion, Rita Stoodley, nephews, Paul (Kim) McNeil and John David 'Junior' McNeil. John Joe was a very proud 40-year member and past president of Labourers International Union of North America, Local 1115, as well as chairman of the board of Cape Breton Labourers' Development Company Ltd. (a not-for-profit housing and savings program for members of LIUNA Local 1115) which he co-founded in 1988 with the late John MacDonald and Fabian McKinnon. Many thanks to all the health-care professionals of both the Glace Bay Health Care Complex as well as the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital who took care of our Dad during his illness. Visitation for John Joe will take place at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, on Thursday, June 19, 2008, from 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 20, 2008, in St. Anthony's Church, Glace Bay, Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations in John Joe's memory may be made to your charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Kathleen (Wilkie) Larnis 95, North Sydney/Maine - It is with great sadness we received word of the passing of Kathleen on June 17, 2008, at Mercy Hospital, Portland , Me. Kay was the daughter of William T. Wilkie and Hilda (Cameron) Wilkie. Kay is survived by her daughter, Kathy Astephen and five grandchildren. Also surviving is her sister, Nat Wilkie, North Sydney; and brother, Stewart Wilkie, Cornwall, Ont.; sister-in-law, Peggy Wilkie, North Sydney; and several nieces and nephews. Kay is predeceased by parents and her sisters, Olive, Yvette, Gertrude and brothers, Gordon, Lloyd and Cameron and husband Walter. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Donations can be made to a charity of ones choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Kathlyn 'Tommy' MacDonald 91, Sydney - Kathlyn Gordon 'Tommy' MacDonald, 91, a resident of the Cove Guest Home, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at the Cove. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Marie Louise (Bert) Spencer. Tommy was a member of First United Church, Sydney, and was formerly on the board of directors for the Bairncroft Corp. Surviving is her daughter, Lynn (James) Wall, Pictou County; son, Bruce (Ann), Sydney; sister, Claire Spencer, Vancouver; six grandchildren, Tara and Shauna MacDonald, Sydney, Kyle MacDonald, Calgary, Erin Wall, Charlottetown, JR, Halifax, and Sean, Halifax; one great-grandchild, Bruce Alexander MacDonald, Calgary; and numerous nieces and nephews. Tommy was predeceased by her husband, Harry in 1984 and sisters, Elaine, Louise and Vera. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel Saturday, 11 a.m., with Rev. Wade Reppart officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths June 18, 2008 Wednesday Marion Frances MacTaggart 73, North Sydney - It is with great sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Frances MacTaggart, on Monday, June 16, 2008, surrounded by her loving family, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Frances was born in North Sydney and was a daughter of the late Jack and Sarah (Boutilier) Devison. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or. Frances is survived by her loving companion, Ralph Richardson; sons, John (Brenda), Gerard (Mary); daughters, Mary Rose (Gary Rideout), Donna (Albert McCormick), Debbie, Maureen (Gordie MacNamara) and Darlene (Joe Tomko). She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Besides her parents, Frances was predeceased by her husband, Johnston (Donty) MacTaggart, brothers, Kevin, Claude and Harvey and one sister, Rose. The family wish to express special thanks to the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital and to Dr. Debra Gowan for their care and compassion. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, June 18 and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Thursday, June 19 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 20 at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or with Rev. Peter MacLeod officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Alexander (Ekie) McGillivray 75, New Waterford - The New Waterford KOC members will meet for prayers tonight, Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Daley 91, Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Daley on Sunday, June 15, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Mary is also survived by her sister, Margaret Delorey, Hazel Hill, Guysborough County. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

>I am looking for the obituary for PETER MACDONALD who >died since June 1/ 08. Lived in Halifax and was formerly >from West Bay area. MacDONALD, Peter John - Passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2008, in Halifax in Arborstone Enhanced Care where he resided for a few weeks. Nurses and personal care workers treated Peter with loving kindness until his death. Peter lived at Hilltop Villa, Dartmouth, for almost eight years. A special thanks to Carol and staff who treated Peter as a member of their family and a fond farewell to his fellow residents. Peter was born in West Bay Road, Cape Breton, to the late John A. and Catherine MacDonald on April 1, 1929. Peter worked at various jobs during his life, Zellers Construction, Causeway Motors and the Department of Highways as a snow plow operator, all in Port Hawkesbury. He also worked in Labrador at Goose Bay Air Base as a mechanic. Peter is survived by brothers, Michael (Anne), West Bay Road, and Alec, Richmond Villa, St. Peter's; sister-in-law, June, United States; nephew, Michael (Murlaine), Halifax; niece, Cathy (Bob), United States, and special niece, Karen (Ron), Dartmouth, who was Peter's guardian angel; great-nieces and great- nephews. Peter was also predeceased by his wife, Hughena; brothers, John, Vincent, and George. Funeral mass will be held in St. Margaret's Church in West Bay Road, June 14 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in the parish cemetery, Father Allan MacPhie presiding. Donations may be made to a charity of choice in Peter's memory.

I am looking for the obituary for PETER MACDONALD who died since June 1/ 08 Lived in Halifax and was formerly from West Bay area. Tks. nelson

Cape Breton Deaths June 17, 2008 Tuesday Alexander (Ekie) McGillivary 75, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alex (Ekie) McGillivary, Sunday, June 15, 2008, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late George and Winnifred (Duffney) McGillivary. Ekie was a coal miner for 38 years, working in Nos. 16, 12 and Lingan collieries. He was well known and very active in his community, belonging to a number of organizations, the Strand Committee, the C.B. Radio Club and the Auditorium Committee, the KOC and the New Waterford Pensioners Club. Ekie is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ag (Carrigan) McGillivary; two sons, Joey (Ellen), North Sydney, and Bobby (Mary), Greenwood; three sisters, Dodie McQuarrie, New Waterford, Tecie MacDonald, Vineland, Ont., Otie Murphy, Montreal; two brothers, Ray (Carol) and Donnie (Donna), both of Hamilton; six grandchildren, Shantell, Joey, Stacey, Joshua, Nicholas and Cody. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by two sons, Blair and Lenny, brother, Eddy (Ann) and three brothers-in-law, John McQuarrie, Neil MacDonald and Lorne Murphy. Visitation for Ekie will be held Wednesday, June 18 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 Ekie's life will be held Thursday, June 19 at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/Mount Carmel Church with burial to follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Following the funeral, a luncheon will be held at the New Waterford Pensioners Club, Plummer Avenue, all are invited. Donations in Ekie's memory may be made to Palliative Care-An-Cala or to the VON. To send condolences to the family, go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Stella Andrea 77, Mira Gut - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a wonderful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Stella Marie Andrea of Mira Gut, formerly of Whitney Pier, on Sunday, June 15, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by family and friends. Stella leaves behind her husband and constant companion of 59 years of marriage, Dan, to mourn her loss. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Chris); sons, Kevin (Denise), Eric (Valerie), Gary and Donnie (Bev); grandchildren, Kristen, Jeff (Laura), Nicole, Mark, Matthew, Cathy, Jonathan, Desmond, Mikida, Deshonna, Craig, Shaun, Keven and David, and several great-grandchildren. Stella is also survived by her sisters, Delores 'Doods' (Phil) and MaryLou; brothers, Leonard and Lewis, several stepbrothers and stepsisters and sister-in-law, Gladys. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Helen Hewer, stepmother, Annie Hewer, brothers, Tom, Herbie and Ernie, sisters, Agnes Weatherby and Marg Ryan. Stella was a wonderful person, always full of life and will be greatly missed by all and will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace, Stel, Mom and Nan. 'We love you.' Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at Trinity United Church, Thursday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Lorna MacQueen officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary Eva Daley 91, Sydney - It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Mary Daley which occurred Sunday June 15, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Fox Island, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Julia (Haines) Daley. Mary is survived by her three daughters, Kaye MacNeil, Sydney, with whom she resided, Beryl (Francis) Boudreau, Enfield, Shirley (Joe) Doiron, Pomquet, Antigonish County; grandchildren, Michelle (Frank) Fillmore, Marion Bridge, Carolyn (Darren) Marsh, Prime Brook, who Mary lovingly helped raise, Kevin (Kelly) Boudreau, Enfield, Kelly (Roy) Dalrymple, Enfield, Lori (Doug) Benoit, Heatherton, Antigonish County, Julie Doiron, Sydney, and Rochelle (Tim) Fielding, Winnipeg. She is also survived by her nine great-grandchildren, Adam, Mackie, Denver, Riley, Logan, Morgan, Amber, Cheyenne and Zoe, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Annie Daley, Lena Horne, Elizabeth Kelly, Amelia Horne, brothers, Vincent, Levi and James Daley, son-in-law, Donnie MacNeil and two granddaughters in infancy. Visitation will take place Wednesday, June 18 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Star of the Sea Church, Canso. Funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, June 18 at 1 p.m. in the Star of the Sea Church with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Donations in Mary's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Nova Scotia Lung Association. "Gran, we will not say 'goodbye'. This is not the end. So we'll just say 'so long' . . . until we meet again." Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eileen Louise Mader 74, Bedford/Sydney - Eileen Louise passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family, Friday, June 13, 2008. Eileen was cherished by her loving husband of 54 years, Ernie; her children, Barbara (David Rathbun), Bedford, Earle (Cathy), Hammonds Plains, Scott (Lisa), Lower Sackville, and Dawn (Dale Hooper), Toronto. She was adored by her 10 grandchildren, Jenna, Bhreagh and James Rathbun, Chelsea and Keara Mader, Nicole and Jenna Marsh, Samuel Mader and Jake and Emma Hooper. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Doug Mader, Edmonton; and sister-in-law, Mary Mader, Ingonish Beach. Eileen was preceded by her father, Charles Mombourquette and mother, Laura Stirling. Eileen was born in Sydney on beautiful Cape Breton Island and lived there over 50 years until moving to Halifax to be closer to her children and grandchildren. She was a member of All Saints Anglican Church, Bedford. She was an active volunteer with the Diabetes Association in Sydney for many years. Eileen loved big family gatherings especially at Christmas. She totally enjoyed the family Thanksgiving and lobster parties which were held at Jack and Rose's cottage in Musquodoboit Harbour. Eileen will always be remembered for her quick wit and sense of humour. Many thanks to the nursing staff of 8.1 of the Infirmary and 5A of the VG. Special thanks to the Palliative Care team and the wonderful nurses of the VON who were always there to support us; allowing Eileen to be at home with her family in her final days. There will be no visitation. A celebration of Eileen's life will be held Friday, June 20 at All Saints Anglican Church, Bedford at 11 a.m., Canon Robert Power officiating. A reception will be held directly following the service. Family burial to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to All Saints Church, Bedford or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to barb.rathbun@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ James Morrison MacKillop age 97 - Jim, age 97, passed away on June 7, 2008, at Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, N.S. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Malcolm and Minnie (MacAulay) MacKilllop of Baddeck Bay. Jim is survived by his son, Jack (Aileen); brothers, Allan (Pat), Vancouver, B.C., Murdock (Ada), Baddeck Bay; sisters, Catherine Reynolds, Baddeck Bay, Daisy MacDonald, Florence Goad, Vancouver B.C., and Muriel Kaiser (John), Baddeck Bay; sister-in-law, Peggy Morrison, Baddeck; granddaughters, Maureen Court (Chris Cookson) and Bonnie Maurer (Martin), Halifax; great-grandchildren, Mitchell and Grace Court and Noah Maurer, Halifax; also many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret (Morrison), daughter-in-law, Barbara, brothers, Norman, Gus and Ian and sisters, Norrie and Tina. Jim lived and worked most of his life in Long Hill, Victoria County. He first worked for the local Gypsum Co., then with F.W. 'Casey' Baldwin as shop foreman on the Hydrofoil Development. He then worked on the Bell Estate for Gilbert Grosvenor and family and spent winters working in the National Geographic Carpenter Shop in Washington, D.C. In later years he helped to maintain and skipper the famous yawl, 'Elsie.' Jim was an outdoor person who enjoyed duck hunting for many years with friends, snowmobiling and most of all golfing at Baddeck Forks. He was a founding and devoted member of the Baddeck Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. There will be visitation at MacAskill's Funeral Home, Grant Street, Baddeck, from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, June 21 with a memorial service on Sunday, June 22 at the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses, Baddeck, at 2 p.m. Interment at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations to the charity of your choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bernice Jackson 69, Glace Bay/Dartmouth - It is with heavy hearts that Bernice's daughters, Chantal MacIntyre, Waterloo, Ont., and Tanya (Lance Lickfold) MacIntyre, Mallorca, Spain, announce the sudden passing of their mother in the VG Hospital, Halifax, on Friday, June 13, 2008. Mom will be remembered and sadly missed by her mother, Edith Jackson, Seaview Manor, Glace Bay; her sisters, Eileen Baird, Fall River, and Beverly Jackson, Dartmouth; and her grandson, Tyler MacIntyre, Waterloo. Bernice was predeceased by her father, Thomas Jackson and her sister, Joan Brufatto. In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be 10 a.m., Friday in St. Anthony's Church, Rev. Conrad Edwards officiating. Donations in Bernice memory may be made to your charity of choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Annie Marshall Eskasoni - Visitation for the late Annie Marshall will take place today (Tuesday, June 17) after 7 p.m. at the Gabriel Centre, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday, June 19 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church, Eskasoni. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Recently, I found my way into the old fenced in cemetery adjacent to Sacred Heart Church in Sydney and photographed these particular stones; most of the stones are very old or are in very poor condition (cracked or severely eroded by pollution, I suspect). These are a few that I was able to read... Allan McDonald born at South Uist, Scotland, died Oct 26, 1898 aged 91 years also his wife Mary Born at Barra, Scotland died March 12, 1901 aged 98 years also Michael A. McDonald died Oct 21, 1900, 51 years, and his wife Eunice McDonald died April 15, 1912? aged 65 years ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In Memory of Michael Kennedy a native of The Co. Cape Breton died Jan 10, 1874 aged 66 years; erected by his son William ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- John Campbell died June 22, 1877 age 72 years wife Catherine Curry died June 23, 1900 age 85 years ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In Memory of Mary Ann beloved wife of Joseph McVarish born July 23, 1845 died July 3, 1884 Joseph McVarish born 1840 died Feb 19, 1923 also Alexander B. born 1872 died Oct 1874; William Geo. born August 18, 1876 died Jan 1878; James Wilson born Dec 22, 1870 died May 11, 1888 Children of Joseph & Mary Ann McVarish

> The Kingston-Whig Standard, Kingston, Ontario > > Saturday, June 14, 2008 > > News A century of memories > > A century of memories > > Resilient Catherine MacDonald celebrates 100th birthday > > Posted By BY ANGELA HICKMAN, FOR THE WHIG-STANDARD Catherine MacDonald, b. Jun 1908 is the d/o Angus N. MacDonald 28 Jun 1873-17 Feb 1936 and Jessie MacDonald Oct 1872. Angus N. b. Loch Lomond s/o Norman MacDonald and Catherine Morrison b. Whycocomagh. Catherine MacDonald's brother Norman b. Mar 1902 was the informant on Gladstone MacDonald's obit and Angus N. MacDonald's death record. Angus N. death record listed his occupation as "Merchant". Russell Johnson