Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 27, 2015 Monday There were 11 obituaries published today Louis Dominic Pratico - 92 yrs Ethel Dolores (nee Devison) (LeBlanc) Poirier - 84 yrs Willena Marie “Lena” Sheppard - 73 yrs Rose Patricia ‘Trish” MacKeigan - 69 yrs Catherine Jane “Kaye” (MacNeil) Stevens - 82 yrs Beryl Alexis (Fegusson) Davis) - 71 yrs Judy (Rockwell) MacQuarrie - Celebration of Life Archibald MacDonald - 86 yrs Francis Bernard “Frank" Capstick - Interment Services Rita (MacNeil) MacInnis - 94 yrs Florence Roberta (MacLean) Yhard - 61 yrs EXTRA - Flora MacDonald - 89 yrs - Ottawa, Ontario Louis Dominic Pratico Whitney Pier It is with broken hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our father, Louis Dominic Pratico, 92, on Friday, July 24, 2015, at Harbourstone Enhance Care Facility, Sydney. Born on May 31, 1923, in Merritt, B.C., Louis was the son of the late Louis and Gina (Vanoni) Pratico. After Louis’ birth, his family lived a short time in a coal mining town, Blakeburn, B.C., and later settled in Princeton, B.C., in 1928, where he was raised and educated. As a young man Louis worked in Allenby, B.C., and later served in the Second World War army from 1943-1946. His service with the military led him in England and northwest Europe before returning back to Allenby, B.C. In 1951, Louis moved to Sydney, N.S., and continued his working career with Sydney Steel plant, naval base, Tasco Sheet Metal and Roofing, before retiring. Louis will be remembered by his family and friends for being generous and a hard worker. Louis is survived by his sons, Richard, Johnny, and a daughter, Jo-Ann, whom he resided with, along his grandson, David MacNeil, who helped take care of him on a day-to-day basis. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, David and Andy Pratico, Robert, April and David MacNeil, Margaret, Louie and Yvonne Pratico; six great-grandchildren, Eddy, Marjorie, Shea Lynn, Joey, Danielle and Lexie; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Louis was predeceased by his son, Pat, brothers, Bruno, Art, Andy, and former wife, Margaret Hawco. Visitation for the late Louis Dominic Pratico will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2015, at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Louis will be held on Friday, July 31, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Light refreshments will be served in the reception area following the service. Private family interment will take place in the All Faith Chapel, Whitney Pier, at a later date. Donations in memory of Louis may be made to Holy Redeemer Building Fund or charity of one’s choice. Much thanks to the staff at VON Adult Day Program and Harbourstone, Wentworth Court, for the support and care given to Louis during his time of need. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be forward to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com <http://www.pierfuneralhome.com/>. Ethel Dolores (nee Devison) LeBlanc Poirier Glace Bay It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our mother and grandmother, Ethel Dolores LeBlanc Poirier, at the Glace Bay Hospital on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Born in Glace Bay on Feb. 2, 1931, to Peter Hibbert and Ethel Rosemary (Bourgeois) Devison, Dolores is survived by her loving sons, Joe (Nan) Poirier, Blaine (Sonya) Poirier and Vaughn (Tanya) Poirier and grandchildren, Jeff, Andrew, Joey and Katie. She is also survived by her sisters, Ann Marie Lynk (Hugh Lynch), Paula Stull, Ontario, Theresa Jackman, Ontario; brothers, Charles (Dolly), Ontario and Vincent (Helen LeBlanc), Reserve Mines; as well as by her many nieces and nephews and their families in Canada and the United States. Dolores was predeceased by her parents Ethel and Hibbert, sisters, Joan Marie Sampson and Sister Yvonne Devison of the Sisters of Charity, and by her husbands, Joseph G. Poirier and Joseph R. LeBlanc. Special thanks to Dr. Boutilier and the nursing staff at the Glace Bay Hospital for their support and their wonderful, compassionate, professional care of our mother. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, Main Street, Reserve Mines, with Fr. Dan Boudreau officiating. Interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery. Memorial donations in Dolores’s name may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, the palliative-care unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or a charity of one’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com <http://www.currysfuneralhome.com/>. Willena Marie 'Lena' Sheppard Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Victoria Mines Passed on: July 25th, 2015 Willena Marie 'Lena' Sheppard, age 73 of Victoria Mines passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at the New Waterford Hospital, with her loving family by her side. Born in New Waterford, Willena was a very humble and selfless woman. She enjoyed all the simple things in life; berry picking, crossword puzzles, reading, etc. In earlier years, Lena was known as Willena Romard from the Quality Store in New Waterford. Later on she was employed at the Woolco Store, Sydney. After the birth of her children, Willena enjoyed being a stay at home mom. She spent many hours at the local rinks watching her boys play hockey. Willena is survived by her loving husband, Jim Sheppard, one daughter, Carol Ann (Manny), two sons, Mark (Nancy), Blair (Kim), two brothers, Frank, Lauchie, four sisters, Ann, Shirley, Dorothy, Mary and five grandchildren, Breanna, Hannah, Lauren, Gianna and Darian. Willena was predeceased by her father, William Romard, sister, Annie Margaret, aunts, Annie Romard, Maggie Rose Fitzpatrick, Josie Chiasson, grandparents, Medric and Nellie Romard (Deveaux) and step-grandfather, Peter Deveaux. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Ray Huntley is Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Leonard Church followed by a reception in St. Leonard Hall. Donations may be made to Palliative Care. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. We will love and miss you forever, Ma Rose Patricia 'Trish' MacKeigan Born In: Main-a-Dieu Born: February 27th, 1946 Passed on: July 24th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Trish MacKeigan. Trish passed away at home peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2015. Born Feb. 27, 1946, Trish was the daughter of the late Phillip and Catherine Lahey of Main-a-Dieu. In the 1960s, Trish moved to London, Ont. with her sister Edith, and cousin (and best friend), Anna Lahey. It was there that she married her husband, George. They moved back to Cape Breton in the 1970s and had two children, Nancy and Brad, whom she cherished dearly. She worked for the Fortress of Louisbourg Association for several years where she was well known for her charismatic personality, and brightening her coworkers’ days with her humour and pranks. Trish was well known for her wit and great sense of humour. She was a mischievous, fun-loving person with a positive personality. Trish thought the world of her family and friends and kept those both near and far close throughout her whole life. She spent much of her time with her large family. She loved them all dearly. Trish is survived by her husband, George, their children, Nancy (Brian) and Brad (Amanda); her grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Kaelyn, Brennan, Braeden and Rhea; her sisters, Edith (Harvey), Doris, June (Pius), Lucy (John), Beatrice, Cissy (Mike) and Ruby (Bruce); brothers, Clem (Georgina), Donald (Janet), Wayne (Janice), Wallace (Frances) and Bomber (Dawn); her sisters-in-law, Barb, Dawn Jane and Helen and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Phyllis, brothers, Daniel Joseph in infancy, Stanley, Cyril, Roy and Morley, brothers-in-law, Cyril, Lloyd and Piearce. The family will receive friends Wednesday, July 29, 2015 from 1-3 pm at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. A memorial service to follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel Catherine 'Kaye' Jane (MacNeil) Stevens Born In: Alberta Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 24th, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness that we the family announce the passing of a dear wife, mother grandmother and great-grandmother Catherine 'Kaye' Jane Stevens (MacNeil), 82, on Friday, July 24, 2015 at the Glace Bay Hospital after a short illness. Born in Alberta, she was the daughter of late John and Frances MacNeil. Kaye was the last surviving member of the MacNeil family of Smith Street, New Waterford. Kaye worked as an X-ray technician in various centers spending most of her work life at the Glace Bay General Hospital on Brookside Street and chief X-ray technician at the New Glace Bay General on South Street until her retirement in 1989. Kaye struggled much of her life with the progressing effects of MS before MS was known in the medical literature as a diagnosis. Despite having MS as a handicap Kaye travelled with Herb through her retirement to many places, visiting family in Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and parts of the U.S. to help celebrate happy events. Kaye enjoyed many memorable events over the years with close friends and neighbours. She also enjoyed many years of family gatherings at the family cottage on Trout Brook Road. Kaye married Herb Stevens of Glace Bay in November 1957 and together they raised two daughters, Linda Mugford (Kevin), Saskatchewan and Dorothy Stevens, Glace Bay, blessed with six grandchildren Tyler (Kelly) Mugford, Aspen, Col. Kurtis Mugford, Saskatchewan, Kayla Mugford, Australia, Cameron Mugford, Halifax, Tracey House, Halifax, and Christopher House, Alberta and one great-grandchild Parker Mugford, Aspen, Col. The family will remember Kaye’s ongoing focus on providing her grandchildren with special gifts during the holidays and other celebrations. In following Kaye’s wishes cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay. There will be a private family service of remembrance at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the MS Society or charity of one’s choice. At this time we the family would like to thank Home Maker services, VON, Dr. O’Brien and staff, also the staff at 3rd west Glace Bay Hospital and special friends of the family for the wonderful care over the years. Online condolences to www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. Beryl Alexis (Fergusson) Davis Born In: Glace Bay Passed on: July 23rd, 2015 Peacefully on July 23, 2015, Beryl passed away shortly after her 71st birthday. Born in Glace Bay, N.S. to Marguerite and the late Dr. Donald Fergusson. Beryl was a graduate of Morrison Glace Bay High School 1961. She received her undergraduate degree from Cape Breton University and MA in political science from Dalhousie University. She was so proud to focus on her Cape Breton community through her thesis, Restructuring Local Government in Industrial Cape Breton.Beryl spent 10 years as an interviewer for Statistics Canada. She was a New Dawn Economic Development Coordinator under Fr. Greg MacLeod. She was the director of CBU Art Gallery and was honoured to be the custodian of the Picasso handbook. Beryl was president of the Cape Breton Artists Association and author of the Cape Breton Artists Association Directory which profiled more than one hundred Cape Breton artists, including a brief description of each artist along with a visual representation of their works. She co-edited the economic development book, Regions at the Crossroads with Dr. Mike Foster of Saint Mary’s University. Beryl wrote the biography of William Charles McKinnon, author of Midnight Murders, which she also assisted with the research and republication of the novel with Gwendolyn Davies of Dalhousie University. She was privileged to have assisted in lecturing duties under Dr. James Guy of the Political Science Department at CBU. She also lectured on the History of Art in the Fine Arts Department. Beryl was a capable artist herself and presented her works throughout the community, her oil paintings often portraying the familiar Cape Breton landscape. Besides her mother Marguerite, Beryl is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Eddy, daughters, Donna (Doug), Barbara Musgrave (Cecil), Allison (Salem); grandsons, Matthew, Alex and Ibrahim; sister Barbara MacLean (Charles 'Kip') and many beloved nieces and nephews. There will be a time of visitation with the family on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 from 12-2 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, N.S. A service to celebrate Beryl’s life will be held at 2 p.m. in Patten Chapel and a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences to www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 25, 2015 Saturday There were 8 obituaries published today Clara Mae Gale - Hubert Wilson Jones - Lillian Mae Dunn - Charles Pye - 92 yrs Sarah Jane “Jean” MacLean - 84 yrs Dorothy Frances Rozeluk - 84 yrs Francis Bernard “Frank" Capstick - Interment Service Elizabeth “Betty” (MacNeil) Nicholson - 86 yrs Sarah Jane 'Jean' MacLean Born In: Sydney Mines Born: May 30th, 1931 Passed on: July 23rd, 2015 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our cherished mother, Sarah Jane ‘Jean’ MacLean, wife of the late Johnny Red Rory MacLean ‘Johnny Washabuck’, on July 23, 2015. She lost her long struggle with dementia after a fall caused her to slip into a rapid decline. Sarah was born in Sydney Mines, Cape Breton to Patrick and Mathilda Currie on May 30, 1931, one of 14 siblings. She was predeceased by her husband, John Charles MacLean, brothers, John, Paddy, Cyril, Mickey, infant Peter and sisters, Grace, Suzie, Georgina and Aggie. Sarah will be sorely missed by her children Ann, Halifax, Charlene (Melvin Burke), White’s Lake, Patricia (Fred Hunter), Whitby, John (Sandra Gavell), Cole Harbour, and Colleen (Robert Blackburn), Sackville, N.S.; loving grandchildren, James, Hamilton Ont., Natalie, Squamish, B.C., Cailean, Jasper, Alta., Eilidh and Lachlan, Cole Harbour, Kiley and Sean, Halifax, Shannon and Ashley, Toronto, and great-grandson, North, Hamilton, Ont. She is also survived by sisters, Pauline Leon, Sydney, Patricia Leon, Sydney, Mathilda Bagnell, Sydney and Shirley Bourgeois, Halifax. When Sarah was a little girl, the Curries returned to their ancestral homestead in MacAdam’s Lake, Cape Breton, where they remained, running a lumber camp and general store. Sarah was raised in a traditional Gaelic environment, rich in the cultural traditions of her ancestors from South Uist. At a very young age she had many responsibilities and acquired an impressive list of skills in baking, cooking, quilt making, knitting, sewing and gardening. Later in life she would excel at catering, baking wedding cakes and creating astonishing gardens wherever she lived. She had a love for pipe music, which she heard in her home and community continuously, most notably from her father Paddy Currie and uncle Alex Currie, who were legendary traditional pipers. Without realizing it, Sarah was one of the last individuals anywhere to learn step-dancing and square sets to pipe music, a tradition lost even in Scotland. Sarah instilled this love of traditional Gaelic music in her children and grandchildren, several of whom became pipers, fiddlers, guitar players, and step dancers in their own right. In 1951, Sarah married John MacLean, (Johnny Red Rory) of Washabuck, who was a noted step dancer and fiddler from another family of great tradition bearers. They were dedicated to each other from then on and had loving life together, living in Sydney and East Bay. The times were difficult though, and Sarah showed her strength raising the growing family alone when Johnny (having already served in the North Nova Scotia Highlanders in the Second World War) had to return to the Canadian Army for employment in the early 1950s. In 1963, they made the move to Toronto and had 20 wonderful years raising their children there. In Toronto, Jean and Johnny opened their home any time to expatriate Cape Bretoners, hosting many ceilidhs and music sessions, during which Sarah was well known for her well-set table and bounteous supply of baked treats for her guests. They had many dear friends from “down home” and their house on Stewart Smith Drive became a stopping place for many of the era’s great Cape Breton musicians such as Doug MacPhee, Johnny Wilmot, Bill Lamey, Big Donald MacLellan, Father Hugh A. MacDonald, Angus Chisholm, Janet Cameron, Francis Cameron, John Campbell, Sandy MacIntyre, John Allen Cameron, Findlay Walker, Winston Fitzgerald, Maybelle and Cameron Chisholm, Gerry Romard, Albert Chaisson, Danny Aucoin, Wilfred Chaisson and many more friends from Cheticamp. Shortly after Sarah and Johnny retired to East Bay in 1982, Sarah suffered her hardest moments at the sudden death of her husband. Johnny was only 58 and Sarah was 53. Her religious faith remained unshakable throughout those difficult years and she dedicated herself to helping other widows in their own struggles. She continued her passionate attachment to traditional music, cooking, baking and gardening, winning several awards for her recipes and gardens. The family would like to express its thanks to the wonderful staff of 7.2 South at the Halifax Infirmary, who provided compassion and superb care for our mother. Visitation for the late Mrs. MacLean will take place 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, July 26 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel in Sydney. A funeral mass will be held 2:30 p.m. on Monday, July 27 at St. Mary’s Church, East Bay. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Washabuck. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Ach pìob nuallanach mhòr Bheireadh buaidh air gach ceòl Nuair a ghluaist' i le meòir Phàdraig Nuair a ghluaist' i le meòir Phàdraig But the great shrill-voiced pipe All music surpassing When Patrick's fingers stirred it When Patrick's fingers stirred it (Ri Fuaim an Taibh, Mary MacLeod 1615-1707 Dorothy Frances Rozeluk Born In: Whitney Pier Passed in: Sydney Passed on: June 3rd, 2015 Dorothy Frances Rozeluk passed away June 3, 2015, at the age of 84 after a 3 year courageous life with cancer. She faced her challenge as she lived; head on, with grace, tenacity and faith. She grew up in a vibrant Whitney Pier in Cape Breton. Leaving school to help support her family, she never lost her love of learning. Working at Woolworth's and then for decades at the Royal Bank, she completed her high school, her banking diplomas and her BBA; all while working full time, raising two daughters, helping those in need and working to help out in Rozeluk's Grocery, the family business. She completed her banking career in loans and tells stories of giving loans to those who needed them, but whose only collateral was their promise to Dorothy not to default. Handing over the loan papers to her boss Mom would say "This one is from the heart." No one ever defaulted on their loan. That was mom, always the first and last to help, and always the first to cook, bake and nourish the masses! She was an incredible artist, singer, a devout Catholic — a member of Our Lady of Fatima and St. Mary's Polish Church Choirs and CWL and recently St Anthony’s parish in Berwick. Moving to Berwick, during her illness, meant selling her home and leaving precious Cape Breton. Although difficult, she touched a whole new group of people in the Annapolis Valley. They too would experience the Love, Joy and Magic that is Dorothy. She will be welcomed in heaven by: her beloved husband Michael, her mama and papa, Johanna ‘Anna’ (Piskorz) and Michael Ardelli and her 11 brothers and sisters, Zygmond, Peter, Minnie, Ann, Victor, Mary, Aggie, Elsie, Mike, John and Charlie and many friends and family. Those who remain her daughters Alexis (Grant), husband Danny, grandkids, Danielle and Charles and Jane (Rozeluk-Gagnon), husband Darrel Gagnon, grandkids, Glen and Anna, and all those who considered her mother, grandma, family and friend, will strive to continue her legacy of strength of character, love, kindness and family. Mom always said. "Promise me you will keep your family connections!" "We Promise!" Many, many thanks to those who cared for mom and us: The Cape Breton Palliative team, Dr. Ritter, Jackie, Adele, Laurie and Theresa, Dr. Khodadad and all the members of the Cancer Center at CB Regional. The Valley Palliative Care team: Dr Burgess, Dr Birch, Jackie and Katrina. To the many members of the home VON Team. To Dr Ago & the staff at the Cancer Center at the VG, and to Nurse Annie for your care. To Dr. Gena Dickson and Dr. Brian MacInnis for your loving, supportive and dignified care of our mom and us. To the Valley Regional Medical B staff: for your care, compassion and dignity. To dearest Chelsea for your loving, dignified and precious care you gave to mom and us! To our family and friends who helped and supported mom and us, thank-you and God bless you! May angel’s wings carry you home dearest mama! You were the best mother! You live on in each of us. We will try to remember this: "Do not cry because it is over; Smile because it happened." No wake will be held, as per Dorothy's wishes. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 31, in Our Lady of Fatima Church with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Reception to follow in Church hall. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Mary's Polish Church rebuild fund at stmaryspolishchurch.ca <http://stmaryspolishchurch.ca/> or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Frank Capstick Frank Capstick, the late husband of Elaine Capstick died on March 23, 2015. Interment will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Cemetery located on Wallace Road in Glace Bay with Rev. Leo Boone officiating. Elizabeth 'Betty' (MacNeil) Nicholson Born In: Sydney Born: April 5th, 1929 Passed in: Ontario Passed on: July 14th, 2015 Elizabeth 'Betty' (MacNeil) Nicholson passed peacefully away at the age of 86 in Niagara Falls, Ont. on July 14, 2015. Born in Sydney, N.S., on April 5, 1929, she was the eldest child of the late Stephen Lawrence and Helen (Maclean) MacNeil. Betty graduated from Holy Angels Convent High School in Sydney and attended Mount St. Bernard College and St. FX University in Antigonish. Beloved wife of the late Robert D. Nicholson (1997) she is survived by her six children, The Hon. Robert Nicholson (Arlene), Ruth Anne McAuley (Frank), John Hayes Nicholson (Anne), Helen Murphy (Dr.John), Bruce Nicholson (Monique) and Jean Markarian (Jim). Betty was a loving sister to Francis 'Fa' MacNeil (Dolly), Mary Shea (Dr.Frank), Allister 'Al' MacNeil (Norma), Vincent 'Vinc' MacNeil (Etta), Douglas 'Dugga' MacNeil (Florence), Dr. John Hayes MacNeil (Elaine) and Elwin MacNeil (Jane). Betty is also survived by 19 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Although Betty moved to Niagara Falls in 1951, she maintained close ties with her friends and family in Cape Breton returning each summer to her second home in Big Pond.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 25, 2015 Saturday There were 8 obituaries published today Clara Mae Gale - Hubert Wilson Jones - Lillian Mae Dunn - Charles Pye - 92 yrs Sarah Jane “Jean” MacLean - 84 yrs Dorothy Frances Rozeluk - 84 yrs Francis Bernard “Frank" Capstick - Interment Service Elizabeth “Betty” (MacNeil) Nicholson - 86 yrs Clara Mae Gale South Bar It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, grandmother, sister and best friend, Clara Mae Gale, 86, on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at the Seaview Manor, Glace Bay. Born in Whitney Pier, Clara was the daughter of the late Hilton and Julia (MacLeod) Phillips. Family was everything to Clara. She was a wonderful grandmother and lived life to the fullest. Clara was a rural mail carrier for 25 years in the South Bar area. After her retirement, Clara was able to spend more time volunteering at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Clara very much enjoyed skating, walking, bowling, and was a horse shoe champion. If Clara was not home, she could always be found socializing with her club member friends. Clara will be remembered by her family and friends for her outgoing nature and great sense of humour. She will be missed by all who knew her. Clara is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Charlie) Walsh, Sandra Gale, Susan (Bruce) Young and Shauna (Bob Howard) Winters; sisters, Thelma McKay, Myrna Thomas and brother, Elmer Phillips. She is also survived by her eight loving grandchildren, David Petitpas, Chris Fougere, Robert Petitpas, Suzanne Lanceleve, Ben Young, John Glen Young, Scott Winters and Julia Winters; eight adorable great-grandchildren, Cameron and Callie Fourgere, Jordyn and CJ Lanceleve, and Alex, Evelyn, Clark and Whylie Young; as well as many nieces, nephews, close friends, and a special friend, Donald Ross. Besides her parents, Clara was predeceased by her husband, John and siblings, Hugh, Wilbur, Melvin, Lloyd, Ella, Mildred, Evelyn and Olga. Visitation for the late Clara Mae Gale will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate the life of Clara will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel with Rev. Gary Burrill officiating. Light refreshments will be served in the reception area following the service. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Donations in memory of Clara may be made to Salvation Army, Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of your choice. A special thank you goes to all those who gave their love, support and care to our mother, Clara, during her time of need. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be forward to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com <http://www.pierfuneralhome.com/>. Hubert Wilson Jones Hubert Wilson Jones, Glace Bay, who passed away on July 12, 2015, in Glace Bay, is also survived by son Hubert Wilson (Sherry) Wadden of Glace Bay. Gone but not forgotten Lillian Mae Dunn Born In: Lark Harbour Newfoundland Passed in: Prime Brook Passed on: July 23rd, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we the family announce the passing of Lillian Dunn on Thursday, July 23, 2015 at the Harbour View Hospital, Sydney Mines. Born in Lark Harbour, Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late John and Eliza (Wheeler) Druggett. She was formerly employed with "The Met" Sydney and The Cove Guest Home before retirement. She was a 30-year member of the Cape Breton Antique & Custom Car Club, along with husband Gordon, where she enjoyed club cruises, car shows and many other club functions. She enjoyed being part of the Brookshaven Dart League. She was a wonderful wife and mother, looking after every ones needs prior to her own. She was a friend to all that met her. She enjoyed making trips to Newfoundland to visit with family and friends. Lillian is survived by the love of her life, husband, Gordon Dunn, her children, Wendell (Denise), Prime Brook, Craig, Fredericton, N.B., daughter Denise Dunn, Prime Brook; three precious grandchildren, James, Lily and Olivia. She is also survived by her brother John (Carol) Druggett, Kippens, N.L.; sisters-in-law, Millie (Eric) Lordly, Emmie Dunn, brother-in-law Calvin Wheeler; her special niece, Debbie (Bryan) McLeod, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Lorraine (Ruddolf) Mouland, Isabel Wheeler, Loretta (Arthur) Wheeler, sisters-in-law, Rose, Marjorie and Vivian, brothers-in-law, Gerald, Arthur, Kenneth and Wallace. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Monday, July 27, 2015 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will take place 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2015 in the funeral chapel. Charles Pye Born In: Sydney Mines Born: March 19th, 1923 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: July 22nd, 2015 We, the family of Charles Pye, 92, regret to announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at the Cove Guest Home, Sydney . Born in Sydney Mines on March 19, 1923, he was the son of the late Herbert and Hannah (Antle) Pye. On December 1947 he married the love of his life the former Dorothy McDougall. Our father was a strong, proud but humble man. He will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humour. He was a great outdoors man who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and friends. Our Mother packed many lunches for trips in to the Bells Lakes and the stories that came back from these overnight adventures brought many a smile to the faces of those fortunate enough to hear them. You always knew it would be a good one when it started with that special smile and a twinkle in his eye. Dad was first and foremost a family man who loved and cared for his family. We know we are blessed to have had him as a father. Charles was a member of Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines. He was employed with the Cape Breton Development Corporation until his retirement. Charles is survived by daughters Charlene (Noel) Lannon, Truro, Valerie (Frank) Kozera,Ottawa, Corinne Griffin, Lower Sackville, and Angela (Greg) Knott, Dalem Lake, 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; sisters Annie Snow and Alleine Dove, Sydney Mines and Jean (Ian) Gillan, Ontario and many nieces and nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy (MacDougall), sons Wesley and Eric, grandson Charlie, sister Sarah Belle, and brothers John, Fred, Leonard, Elijah, Ananias and Clarence. The family would like to thank the Cove Guest Home for the wonderful care that they provided to their father. Visitation for the late Charles Pye will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines on Sunday, July 26, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. A celebration of his life will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines with Rev. Stacey LeMoine officiating. A reception will be held in Grandy Hall, following the service. The burial will be in Brookside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cove Guest Home. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 24, 2015 Friday There were 5 obituaries published today Sidney William Lotherington - Lyle Ferguson Eady - 70 yrs Roddie MacIsaac - 53 yrs Ralph Michael Pottie - 76 yrs Winnifred Louise (Legato) MacKinnon - 83 yrs - Funeral Service Sidney William Lotherington Westmount Sid Lotherington, fancy dresser, and accomplished gambler, steelworker, coach, father and best friend, died on Thursday, July 23, 2015, peacefully in his sleep after losing a battle to cancer. Sid was relatable and lovable. He’s not a man who focused on a laundry list of impressive academic or career accomplishments. He’s a guy who ate french fries and tasteless meat and considered it a splurge to buy groceries when there was no sale. We all know someone like Sid, or perhaps we have Sid qualities ourselves. The honesty and humour found in Sid Lotherington was rare. Sid Lotherington leaves behind his wife, Nancy (MacNeil), and two sons Stephen (Sara Lynn) and Michael (Krishna), and five grandchildren John, Nicholas, Hayden, Emma, and Ryder. His siblings Doreen, Edward, Sheila, Charles (Susan), Kenny (Wanda), Gordon ( Jody), Valerie, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Sid and Gladys Lotherington, and a sister in infancy. Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held 3-4 p.m. Sunday, July 26, 2015 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with a celebration of life to follow at 4 p.m. with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lyle Ferguson Eady Born In: Montréal, Canada Born: July 28th, 1944 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 22nd, 2015 With broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of Lyle Ferguson Eady, age 70, on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Lyle was born in Montreal, Que. on July 28, 1944, and raised in Brockville, Ont., he was the son of the late Duncan and Sadie (Strickland) Eady. Lyle moved to North Sydney 45 years ago and immediately became a Cape Bretoner. He worked as a C.E.T. for Campbell Consultants and then owned and operated Apple Auto Glass until his retirement. Lyle will be remembered for his contagious smile and humour with everyone he met. He enjoyed antique cars and as a hobby customized and painted vehicles. Left to mourn is his best friend and love of his life, his wife Dulcie (Anderson) Eady, his daughters Janice (Leo) Forrest and their children Kiana (Austin), Kendra and Lee (Maude), North Sydney; Kimberley (Arnie) Verschuren and their children Alecia and Mitchell, North Sydney; and his son Lawrence (Tracey) and their children Samantha and Madilyn, Dartmouth. Also surviving are his two brothers Les (Brenda) Eady, Renfrew, Ontario, David (Shannon) Eady, Grand Prairie, Alta., sister (in law) Myrtle (Eddie) MacDougall, North Sydney, and many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Besides his parents, Lyle was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law Bob and Colleen Eady, his sister-in-law Sue Anne Eady, his father and mother-in-law Alex and Beatrice Anderson and nephew Stephen MacDougall. Visitation for Lyle will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service to be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the funeral home chapel and burial to follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the North Sydney branch of Cape Breton Regional Library, Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Roddie MacIsaac Born In: North Sydney Born: July 1st, 1962 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 22nd, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Roddie MacIsaac, age 53, on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Born in North Sydney on July 1, 1962, he was the son of Martin and Margaret 'Peggy' (Maxwell) MacIsaac. Roddie worked for the last number of years alongside his brother Allister at Cape Breton Fencing. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying fishing and hunting with his good friends John and Ann Buchanan and Randy and Nicole McGraw. He was also an avid Montreal Canadiens fan. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. Besides his parents Peggy and Martin, Roddie is survived by his loving wife Mary Lou Burt, his two sons Jason (Tammy), Bras d’Or, Jeffrey (Danielle), North Sydney, one daughter Terrilyn (Jeff), at home, his two beautiful grandchildren Hannah and Madisyn, his brothers Allister (Edith), North Sydney, Darrell (Leona), Sydney Mines, Martin (Tracy), North Sydney, his sisters Diane (Lloyd) Gillis, North Sydney, Martina (Wayne) King, New Glasgow, Sharon (Eric) MacLeod, Sydney Mines, Cecilia (Willis) Ayres, North Sydney, Maureen (David) Devoe, North Sydney, many nieces and nephews and his best friend Gerard MacDonald. There will be no visitation by request, cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be sent to Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Ralph Michael Pottie Passed on: July 22nd, 2015 Passed away at St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital, Kingston, Ont., with his family by his side, on Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Ann (née King). Cherished father of Ralph Pottie Jr. (Julie), David Pottie (Sue), Glen Pottie (Laura) and Patricia Bettschen (David). Proud Poppa of Tasha, Tabatha, Jason, Kevin, Tyler, James, Eric, Nicholas and Tiffani-Amber. Survived by his sister Lillian Dickenson. Born in Whiteside, Nova Scotia in 1938, Ralph was the son of George and Florence Pottie. He was employed at Dupont in Kingston until retiring in 1995 after 30 years of service. Visitation at the Gordon F. Tompkins Funeral Home - Township Chapel, 435 Davis Dr., Kingston, Ont. on Sunday, July 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Monday, July 27 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at Glenhaven Memorial Gardens, Glenburnie, Ontario. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Sharing memories online guestbook available at www.gftompkins.ca. Winnifred Louise (Legato) MacKinnon Passed in: Halifax, Canada Passed on: March 6th, 2015 Louise passed away on March 6, 2015 in Halifax. A funeral service will be held on July 27, 2015 at 10 a.m. at The Holy Family Parish on Main Street, Sydney Mines with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Following interment at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Sydney Mines, a reception will be held in the parish hall.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 23, 2015 Thursday There were 8 obituaries published today Rose “Lou” (Marusiak) Podgurski - 87 yrs Norman Henry Overdijk - 54 yrs Ronald Harry Miller - 79 yrs James Bryson “Jim” Robinson - Gregory Herbert “Herbie” McNeil - 67 yrs Robert E. Smith - 87 yrs James “Jim” Barry - Terrance Joseph Gillis - Celebration of Life Rose 'Lou' (Marusiak) Podgurski Passed on: July 21st, 2015 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Lou, on July 21, 2015 at St. Peter's Hospital at the age of 87. She was the beloved wife for 62 years of Ted Podgurski. She is survived by her loving sisters Kay Dombroski of Hamilton and Anne MacNeil of Sydney, N.S Predeceased by her siblings Joe, Mary Thomas, Johnny and Mike and her nephew Brian Marusiak. She will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews David and Peter Thomas, Anne-Lorraine Molloy, Tricia MacNeil, Lois (the late Dan) MacDonald, John (Freda) Marusiak and Patti (David) Gilkes and several grandnieces and nephews. Special thank you to the nurses and Dr. Bev of 3E at St. Peter's Hospital for their exceptional love and care. Family will receive friends at Cresmount Funeral Home, 322 Fennell Ave. E., Hamilton on Friday, July 24 from 6-9 p.m. with Vigil Prayers at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place at Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, 305 East 37th St., on Saturday, July 25 at 10 a.m. Entombment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Our Lady of Victory Mausoleum. In memory of Lou, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Peter's Hospital would be greatly appreciated. Norman Overdijk Born: November 22nd, 1960 Born in Belleville, Ont., Nov. 22, 1960 to John and the late Wilma Overdijk. Norm is survived by his wife Murdena (Jenkins) of 25 years; sons Joshua and Luke and daughter Lucia (his special angel); father John; brother Herman (Yvonne), many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his special companions Lily and Thunder. Norm was a 'one of a kind guy' and touched many peoples lives. He made life time friends where ever in the world he went. He lived life to the fullest and loved people no matter who they were or where they lived, but most of all his three children were his pride and joy. He was a avid poker player and his style was not to sit around waiting to win, it was "all you can eat baby". Norm will be sadly missed by all his extended family and friends which are many. Life will never be the same without you Norm! A celebration of life will take place at Greenwood United Church on Saturday, July 25 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Alison Etter officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. There will be a celebration in Dartmouth at Montes Show Bar Wednesday, July 29 between 3-9 p.m. Funeral under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck N.S. Ronald Harry Miller Born In: Toronto, Canada Born: January 5th, 1936 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: July 21st, 2015 We regret to announce the passing of the late Ronald Harry Miller, 79, on Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at Waterford Heights Nursing Home, New Waterford, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Toronto on Jan. 5, 1936, he was the son of the late, Newton and Eva (York) Miller. Ron was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines. Ron was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Sydney Mines, and Club 8 Skylark Radio Club of Cape Breton. Ron worked for many years with the Canadian Coast Guard, sailing on the Louis S St. Laurent. On Aug. 10, 1971 the Louis S St. Laurent crossed the Arctic Circle and on Aug. 22, 1971 they steamed northward the New Furthest North for any ship under steam or sail earning herself and her crew an honoured place in Maritime History of Canada. Ron also loved spending many hours in his beautiful gardens. At his time of death Ron was in his 40th year of sobriety, his family was very proud of this accomplishment. Ron is survived by daughter, Deborah (John Woody) Woodfine; sons, Raymond (Leah), Bradley (Erika); grandchildren, Catherine, Robert, Mikaela, Jenna, Van and Matt; brother, Robert (Joan); sister-in-law, Joan (Lew) Fiander; brother-in-law, Rene (Anne) Patry. Along with many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Ron was predeceased by his loving wife, Margaret Marie Patry, along with many sisters and brothers. The family would like to thank Waterford Heights Nursing Home and Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton In keeping with Ron’s wishes cremation as taken place under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place at a later date. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. James Bryson Robinson Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 21st, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James 'Jim' Bryson Robinson, on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at his home in Glace Bay, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, Jim came from a proud family of miners and continued that tradition, working in the mines for over 40 years. During the Second World War, he served as part of the Canadian Air Force, serving overseas in India, Egypt and England. Jim’s greatest joy came from spending time with his close knit family. He was happiest when the house was full. He is survived by his dedicated and loving wife Sadie Robinson (MacLeod); his daughters; Evelyn(Glen) Smith, Joan (James) McNeil, Jean (Lewellyn) Robinson, Mora (Michael) Devereaux, Barbara (Kevin) Ruelland, Brenda (Jack) McMullin, Lisa Robinson and sons, Alfie (Joan) Robinson and Kenneth (Cecilia) Robinson; 17 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren; his sister-in-law Helen Stewart and many close nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents Jean and Charles Robinson, his brother Alfred Robinson, his sister Kay Olford, his sister-in-law Martha Robinson and his brothers-in-law Norman Olford and Hugh Stewart. Funeral for the late Jim Robinson will be held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel, 71 Union St., Glace Bay with Rev. Donald MacDonald officiating. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Palliative Care, Canadian Cancer Society or Newsom Church. Special thanks to Dr. Cadegan and staff, the Palliative Care staff and the VON for their care and compassion. Online condolences to www.pattenfuneral.com. Gregory Herbert 'Herbie' McNeil Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 20th, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness, that we, Herbie’s family announce his passing. Herbie, age 67, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at the Glace Bay Hospital, Monday, July 20, 2015. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Herbert and Monica (Burke) MacNeil. Herbie fought a long and hard battle with both dementia and Parkinson’s disease. He spent the last three years in nursing care, the most recent being Victoria Haven in Glace Bay. Herbie, an avid bowler, worked and operated Knox Bowling Lanes for over 35 years with his co-worker Bernie. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, gardening, shopping and partying in his garage with his family and friends. He also enjoyed his two weekly breakfasts with his friends Robbie and Donnie at Mike’s Lunch. Herbie will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 43 years Shirley (nee Grant) McNeil; sons, Greg (Jill), Cold Lake, Alta.; and Bradley, Glace Bay; his beautiful grandchildren, Brianna (Naish), Amy, Nicholas; great-granddaughter Peyton; brothers, Robert (Betty), Georges River, Raymond(Mary), Sudbury, Ont.; sisters, Nora McNeil, Janet (Robert King), Cecilia Kennedy and brother-in-law Alex MacIntyre, all of Glace Bay. Herbie will also be sadly missed by his mother-in-law Jean Grant; brothers-in-law, Bobby (Donna), Donnie(Colleen), Todd(Tina)and Gordie; sisters-in-law, Debi Billard and Louann (Wally Buckler); numerous nieces, nephews and good friends Al and Catherine MacDougall. Besides his parents, Herbie was also predeceased by his infant son David, brother Billy, sister Kathleen MacDonald, father in-law Robert Grant and brother-in-law Sandy Billard. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A gathering of family and friends, in a celebration of Herbie’s life, will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, July 25, 2015, at the Hub Club, East Avenue, Glace Bay. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, Parkinson Society, or a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed to the McNeil family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. “You will live in our hearts forever” Robert E. Smith Born In: Port Morien Born: July 30th, 1927 Passed in: Cornwall Ontario We, the family are saddened to announce the death of our dear father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, Robert Smith at the Cornwall Care for Hospice after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born July 30, 1927, in Port Morien, Robert was the oldest son of the late Stanley and Christine (MacPherson) Smith. He is survived by daughter Phyllis (Michael) Van de Camp; grandchildren, Jennifer (Josh), Jeffrey (Jen) and great-granddaughter Shelby, Long Sault, Ont., and daughter Cathy (Marc) Vallee, Maxville, Ont. Also surviving are brother Gordon (Lois) Smith, Sydney; sisters, Elizabeth (late Kenneth) Andrews, Joyce (late Joe) Peach, both of Port Morien, Helen (Ted) Peach, Kingston, N.S.; sister-in-law, Shirley (late Ivan) Smith; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by wife Doris (Blanchard, 2006), son Michael (1992), sister and brother-in-law Mary and Leslie Peach, brother and sister-in-law Ewen and Jean Smith and brother Ivan. Robert was a member of the armed servies, a Korean War veteran serving in Korea for 18 months (MIA, POW). Following dischagre from the services, Robert worked on the St. Lawrence Seaway construction and then for Canada Post in Cornwall until his retirement. Cremation has taken place with visitation on Friday, July 24 at Wilson Funeral Home, Cornwall. Private committal on Saturday at Notre Dame Cemetery, Cornwall. Rest in peace, Robert. James 'Jim' Barry Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 19th, 2015 It is with sadness we announce the passing of James 'Jim' Barry on Sunday, July 19, 2015, at the New Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Sarah Jane (Nearing) Barry. Jim served in the army for a while and later went on to work at No. 16 Colliery. After leaving the coal mine he worked as a self employed mechanic. He also drove trucks for Al Bernick. Jim was a man who could put his hand to anything and fix it. He was a great singer and mouth organ player; he loved to sing all the oldies. You would see him everyday sitting in his truck at Tim Hortons with his fiddle music blaring. Jim is survived by his daughter, Martha Ropek, son, John (Celia), New Waterford, six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, all of Toronto, nieces, nephews, brothers, Mike, Will and sisters, Vange, Martha, all of Toronto. Besides his parents, Jim was predeceased by his wife, the former Annie Watkins in 1946, companion of 50 years, Jean Carr of Dominion, sisters, Theresa, Evelyn, Margaret, brothers, Maynard and Gray. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place. The funeral service officiated by Rev. Ray Huntley is Thursday, 11 a.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford followed by interment in St. Agnes Cemetery. Special thanks to Dr. P. Littlejohn, Dr. Atiah, Dr. Aujuwan, nursing staff 2nd floor who took such good care of our father; also the physiotherapy team, homecare, VON and Deacon Leo Penny. We will be ever grateful to you all. God bless you all from the family.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. A special thanks to V.J. McGillivray Funeral and staff. Also to anyone who made phone calls and sent food to our home — thank you, the family. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Terrance Joseph Gillis With the passing of our brother Terrance Joseph Gillis, we the family invite the family and friends to a celebration of Terry's life. The service will be held on July 25 at 11 a.m. at St. Anne's Church, Main Street, Glace Bay. With great sadness Terry was taken from us on Dec. 26, 2014. Gone but never forgotten.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 22, 2015 Wednesday There were 7 obituaries published today Beatrice Laura Chiasson - 90 yrs Thomas Albert Campbell - 90 yrs Stephen Spencer Drake - 76 yrs Mary Margaret MacEachern - 73 yrs Ethel Dolores (Devison) LeBlanc Poirier - 84 yrs Wallace James Whitty - 83 yrs Wendy Elizabeth McIsaac - 57 yrs Beatrice Laura Chiasson Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 20th, 2015 Laura Chiasson, age 90, a longtime resident of Thompson Street, New Waterford passed away on Monday, July 20, 2015 at the New Waterford Hospital. Born in Cheticamp, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Annie (LeFort) Muise. Laura loved playing cards and socializing with her many friends. She was a kind and gentle lady who had a great sense of humour. Family meant everything to Laura. She is survived by one daughter, Susan MacNeil (John), New Waterford, son, Gerard, Westmount, two grandchildren, Charmaine Matheson (Mark), Stephanie Darling (Kristy) and one great-granddaughter, Brooke Matheson. Laura was predeceased by her husband, Louis Patrick ‘Pat’ Chiasson, three brothers, Joseph, Marcellin, William, six sisters, Mary, Josephine, Mary Blanche, Cecile, Bertha, Rita and one daughter-in-law, Diane Chiasson. No visitation. The funeral service officiated by Rev. Ray Huntley is Thursday, 3 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Interment to follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Donations in memory of Laura may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Thomas Albert Campbell Born In: Sydney Born: December 11th, 1924 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 20th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our father, Thomas Albert Campbell, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. He passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney on Dec. 11, 1924, Tom was the son of the late Lillian Edith (Grantmyre) and Daniel Campbell. Tom is survived by his four children, Thomas William (Diane) Campbell, Lana (Robert) Mahoney, Linda (Donald) Arsenault and Sheldon (Leona) Campbell. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Tommy, Laurie-Anne, Diane, Amanda, Jonathan, Anne, Mathew, David and Caitlyn as well as 11 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Predeceasing Tom was his wife, Eleanor Geraldine (Carson) and his brother, Harry Campbell. Tom worked as an auto mechanic and body mechanic for most of his life. He loved a challenge and took great pride and pleasure in restoring vehicles to their former condition. His love of learning new things continued through out his life. Dad believed that no matter how much you had, if you didn't have the love of your family you had nothing at all. Dad died a wealthy man. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 23, 2015 and Friday, July 24, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will take place 11 a.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015 at Christ the King Parish, Sydney with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Interment to follow in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Stephen Spencer Drake Born In: Newfoundland Passed in: Louisbourg Passed on: July 20th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Spencer Drake, 76, on Monday, July 20, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Newfoundland, Steve was the son of the late Stephen and Violet Drake. He was a fisherman for many years. Steve is survived by his common law wife, Alice Payne; his sons, Gary, Louisbourg, Glen (Lucy), Bateston and their mother Marjorie; his sister, Marjorie, Marystown, Newfoundland. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Darlene MacDonald (Art), Sydney, Martina Harnum (James), Sydney, Garland (Glenda) Chant, Fort McMurray; his two step-grandchildren, Megan and Keagan who he loved dearly and his beloved pet Lilly; as well as his godson, Brandon and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Garfield, Levi and Maxwell, sisters, Winnifred and Isabelle. Special thanks to the doctors and staff in the emergency room and palliative care for their care and compassion. Cremation has taken place. There will be a private graveside service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer society. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, Sydney. Mary Margaret MacEachern Passed in: Glendale Passed on: July 17th, 2015 Mary MacEachern, 73, of Glendale passed away on Friday, July 17, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney with her family by her side. Mary had a difficult year and through it all remained positive and kept her sense of humour. Mary was accepting of her journey. Mary was a loving wife to Donald her true love, the matriarch of her family, a strong giving sister, a kind and generous aunt and grand aunt, an educator, an avid volunteer and a person of unwavering faith. Mary grew up in Beaver Cove, daughter of the late Joseph Allen and Margaret Ann MacMullin. She attended Normal College in Truro and then began her lengthy teaching career. Mary taught in Millville, Boisdale, Princeville, Port Hawkesbury both elementary and senior elementary and Orangedale. Mary retired after 34 years of service. Anyone who encountered Mary knows she was a believer in fostering and modeling strong academics, citizenship, volunteerism and faith in the lives of her students, her family and friends. Mary worked hard to support her community. Mary worked with the Glendale Fiddlers Festival in the early years and then with the Glendale Concerts in the years that followed. She played a key role in the matters of the parish for most of her life in Glendale. Mary never forgot a birthday or an anniversary. She loved gardening with Donald and had a very green thumb. She loved to share their vegetables and preserves. She was a talented tole painter, loved to have a reason to let the elementary teacher in her decorate, whether it be a community hall function or a shower for someone. She wrote many addresses for many people over the years. Mary had a way to walk you through the good and bad with a rhyme or two and leave you feeling happy in the end. Mary was an active supporter of community events. She attended her weekly bingo games, loved a good crib tournament and enjoyed a swim at the beach in Beaver Cove with her beach buddies — her sister and sister-in-law. Mary and Donald were regular attendees of summer concerts around the Island and could often be found at Brook Village for the Monday night square dances. Mary was always in-tune with her family. She was there to help in whatever way was needed without exception. Mary is survived by her husband Donald Angus, her sister Sally (Rowe) Rudderham,Westmount; brothers, Jimmy (Lori) MacMullin, Beaver Cove, Joe (Sandra) MacMullin,Frenchvale; sisters, Dannette (Guy) Chapados Mississauga, Ont., Delores MacIntyre (Kevin Currie), Beaver Cove; brothers, Sandy MacMullin, Sydney, and Frank (Janet) MacMullin, Boisdale; sister-in-law Maisie (Robert) MacDonald, Truro; many nieces, nephews, and grandnieces and nephews and one uncle, Duncan Cameron, Port Hawkesbury. Mary was predeceased by her parents, Joseph Allen and Margaret (MacMullin)MacMullin and her nephew Joseph Allen Chapados. A sincere thank you to Dr. Peter Jackson, Dr. Fraser, the Palliative Care Team under the direction of Dr. Cooper and Nancy Cameron at the Strait Richmond Hospital and the Palliative Care team under the direction of Dr. Mark Sampson and Dr. Ann Frances D'Intino at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Many thanks to the neighbours and friends for the visits and generosity you have shown through out this difficult time. Cremation has taken place. Visitation and funeral will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2015 in Glendale. Visitation is from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Glendale Community Hall and the funeral will follow at 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church Glendale. Interment will be in the Glendale Cemetery. Reception will follow in the Glendale Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Mary’s Cemetery Fund are appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Sunset Funeral Co-operative, Margaree Valley. Online condolences: [email protected] Ethel Dolores Poirier Born In: Glace Bay Born: February 2nd, 1931 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 18th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our mother and grandmother, Ethel Dolores LeBlanc Poirier at the Glace Bay Hospital on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Born in Glace Bay on Feb. 2, 1931, to Peter Hibbert and Ethel Rosemary (Bourgeois) Devison, Dolores is survived by her loving sons, Joe (Nan) Poirier, Blaine (Sonya) Poirier and Vaughn (Tanya) Poirier and grandchildren, Jeff, Andrew, Joey and Katie. She is also survived by her sisters, Ann Marie Lynk (Hugh Lynch), Paula Stull, Ontario, Theresa Jackman, Ontario; brothers, Charles (Dolly), Ontario and Vincent (Helen LeBlanc), Reserve Mines; as well as by her many nieces and nephews and their families in Canada and the United States. Dolores was predeceased by her parents Ethel and Hibbert, sisters, Joan Marie Sampson and Sister Yvonne Devison of the Sisters of Charity, and by her husbands, Joseph G. Poirier and Joseph R. LeBlanc. Special thanks to Dr. Boutilier and the nursing staff at the Glace Bay Hospital for their support and their wonderful, compassionate, professional care of our mother. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2015 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Main Street, Reserve Mines, with Fr. Dan Boudreau officiating. Interment will take place in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Memorial donations in Dolores's name may be made to Canadian Cancer Society, the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com Wallace James Whitty Born In: Ingonish Passed in: Ingonish Beach Passed on: July 18th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Wallace, age 83, on July 18, 2015 at home. Born in Ingonish Beach to John and Marcella Whitty, Wallace was a loving father and 'Grampy' who will be deeply missed. He was a hard working fisherman known for his great sense of humour and heart of gold. He was beloved in the community for his detailed and animated story telling and honest demeanor. In his younger years Wallace was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and playing hockey. His daily visits were cherished by his family and friends and he leaves behind a great void. Wallace was predeceased by his loving wife of 42 years, Joan Marie and a son, Donnie. He is survived by his children, Debbie (James), Chester (Susan), Freeman (Roxanne), Doreen (Mike), Danita (Robert), Andy; 21 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Wallace was also predeceased by brothers, Hector, Harry, Russell, sisters, Florence and Kaye and grandsons, Ryan and Paul. He is survived by siblings, Will Tom, Earl, Timmy, Bobby and Greta. Wallace is also survived by his dear friend Shirley Smith. Visitation for Wallace will be held at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, Ingonish on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Friday 1-3 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to be held on Friday at 4 p.m. at St. Peters Church, Ingonish with reception to follow. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the cemetery fund. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home. Messages and memorials may be directed to the Whitty family by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. "Death leaves a heartache no on Wendy Elizabeth McIsaac Born: December 5th, 1957 Passed on: July 19th, 2015 With hearts filled with sadness Wendy’s family announces her passing after a five-year battle with cancer. She was born Dec. 5, 1957 and passed away on July 19, 2015. Wendy showed great courage and fought hard to stay with her family. She is at peace now as she joins her dear sister Danette, her nephew Jeff and her Dad, Alexander Daniel McIsaac. Wendy left many broken hearts to mourn; her longtime partner, Gord Wells, her Mom Teresa, brother David (Mary), her dear nieces Michelle, Danielle, Jessica and nephew Johnathon and also their dear Mom, Debbie McIsaac. Wendy had the joy of meeting her little grand-nephew, Alexander, who she loved so much. Wendy will be missed each day by her dear Aunt Ann and Uncle Dugan MacKinnon, her cousins Carla and Allan; she loved them with all her heart. Wendy will also be missed by her dear cousins Julie, Sue and Cheryl, all dear friends to her; also her Aunt Dolly, Aunt Rose and many cousins in New Waterford. Wendy loved Cape Breton, especially Donkin where she made many friends. My darling Wendy you were a wonderful person and my beautiful daughter, I will miss your 7:30 calls every night. Forever in our hearts. Wendy’s wishes were to be laid to rest in Ontario with family members. Thanks to all the caregivers, especially Amanda Bordon, we love you. Condolences may be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com.

Inverness Oran Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOM Inverness Oran Obits July 22, 2015 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MACISAAC, JOHN STEPHEN - 64 YRS HANNIGAN, MARY ELIZABET “BETTY” - 54 YRS GRAHAM, JOHN “VINCENT” - 86 YRS GRAHAM, ALEXANDER “GILLIS” - 77 YRS GILLIS, JOHN JAMES - 82 YRS MUISE, MARIE “LORRAINE” - 73 YRS MacISAAC It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of John Stephen MacIsaac of Judique, who passed away suddenly July 15th, 2015 in the comfort of his home. Born on March 1st, 1951, he was the son of Mary (MacMillan) and the late John Jameison MacIsaac; Johnny was the oldest of 11 children. He is survived by his mother Mary; siblings Jimmie (Marion), Donnie (Annette), Marina (the late Robbie), A.J. (Virginia), Mickey (Sarah Ann), Jamie (Louise), Lauchie (Colleen), Neil (Janet) and David (Lorraine); 36 nieces and nephews; 14 grandnieces and nephews plus countless beloved cousins and friends. Predeceased by his father John Jameison; brother Duncan (Sheila); brother-in-law Robbie; niece Meggie and nephew Keith. Johnny retired from Port Hawkesbury Paper in 2006, as a heavy equipment operator after 35 years of service. He had always been an active member of the community. As the founder of the Kildonan Pipe Band, he provided the means for many aspiring pipers and drummers to receive the training needed to develop their skills. Johnny was a member of the Judique Volunteer Fire Department and an integral part of the Judique Ambulance Service. He always had a love of animals. After Red Vermont became a part of his life 23 years ago, his love of Morgan horses only grew and became part of his family. He loved all things Scottish, especially Celtic music and family history. He proudly carried on his father’s interest in coaching tug-of-war in the Judique area. If Johnny couldn’t be found at the barn, he could be found at the CMIC having lunch and enjoying local talent, or being his mischievous self with friends at Wayne’s Variety. Johnny always held a special place in his heart for his sisters-in-law, who he would tease relentlessly. Although Johnny didn’t have any children of his own, his nieces and nephews were his pride and joy. He took particular interest in all their accomplishments. Uncle Johnny could be found at recitals, sporting events, concerts or anything having to do with his nieces and nephew – sometimes slipping out before they knew he was there. He was their biggest supporter and they could only be so lucky to have that kind of impact on others. We love you Uncle Johnny and we will miss you. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Green’s Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury, NS. Visitation was held at the Community Room of the Judique Volunteer Fire Department on Monday, July 20th. Funeral was held on Tuesday, July 21st, at St. Andrew’s Church, Judique. Concelebrants were Fr. Allan MacMillan and Fr. Duncan MacIsaac. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Judique Volunteer Fire Department or St. Andrew’s Parish Cemetery Fund. HANNIGAN Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Hannigan, age 54. We regret to announce the passing of our mother Betty who passed away on Sunday, July 19th, 2015 in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, after a long but courageous fight with cancer. Betty was a daughter of the late Greg and Hughena (Young) Hannigan. She was a member of Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Inverness and was known to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She loved to spend time with her family and at the local race track. Betty will be missed by all who came to know her. Betty is survived by her lifelong partner Gerald Wrywas; daughter Brittany and sons Bobby and Kenneth Hannigan. She is also survived by sisters Colleen Hawley, Port Hood and Deborah, Inverness; brother Raymond, Port Hawkesbury and several nieces and nephews. Betty is predeceased by her brother Brian. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held in Stella Maris Church, Inverness on Wednesday, July 22nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. with funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 a.m., Fr. Duncan MacIsaac officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central Inverness Palliative Care Society or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. GRAHAM It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of John “Vincent” Graham, of Judique, who passed away suddenly at home on July 17th, 2015. Born on June 9th, 1929 he was a son of the late Angus John and Effie (Chisholm) Graham. Vincent was a very hard worker who believed in faith, family and friends. His faith was unshaken, his family was his world and he truly valued his friends. Vincent worked as a farmer, fisherman, trucked pulp and asphalt, worked for Nova Scotia Forest Industries and was a sanitary engineer for the County of Inverness before retiring as Superintendent of Transportation, Port Hawkesbury. Vincent was passionate about fiddle music, harness racing, the Toronto Blue Jays, Montreal Canadians and his favourite colour was Tory blue. He was a big fan of tug-of-war, enjoyed playing cards and most of all spending time with the children. Vincent was known for his quick wit, his story telling, his willingness to always lend a helping hand and his impeccable penmanship. Both his children and grandchildren will remember his hands...strong, hardworking, loving, holding and now finally at rest. Vincent is survived by his wife of 63 years Kaddie (Gillis); children Tommy (Debby), Judique; Allan (Vi), Judique; David (Donna), Calgary; Nancy (Sam), Judique; Norma, Port Hood; Nora, Calgary; Kenny (Shauna), Ottawa. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Garret (Meghan) Graham, Hillary (Stephen) Sutherland, Kelsey (Chris) Settle, Ricky (Beth) Graham, Beth (Craig) Mac Neil, Molly (John Joe) Graham, Jesse and Keaton Graham, Andy (Tonia) LeBlanc, Vince (Paige) LeBlanc, Kezi, Sidnie and Colin LeBlanc, Anna and Noah Graham. He was also loved by great-grandchildren Ryan and Andrew Mac Neil, Ben and Matthew and Grace LeBlanc and two more on the way; sister Mary Jane MacDonald, Judique; brothers Bill, Judique and Duncan, Moncton, NB; brother-in-laws’ wives Jessie Gillis and Mary Flora Gillis, Judique and many nieces and nephews, especially the ones who lived close by. Vincent was predeceased by his son Colin Roderick, sisters Kay Oliver and Anne Gillis and brothers John Dan and Francis. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Greens Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. No visitation, by request. Funeral Mass was held Wednesday, July 22nd in St. Andrews Parish Church, Judique, with Father Allan MacMillan officiating. Donations may be made to the Palliative Care Society or charity of choice. GRAHAM Alexander “Gillis” Graham, age 77, born in Judique, Nova Scotia, son of the late Roddie and Ellen Graham, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9th. Gillis is survived by his wife Helen Graham; sons Roger (Monette) and Mark (Gloria); grandchildren Brett, Natalie, Mya and Lauren; brothers Ronnie Graham and AJ MacDougall, and sister Sharon MacIsaac. He will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Viewing to take place at the Judique Fire Hall on Sunday, July 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Mass at Saint Andrews Catholic Church on Monday, July 27th at 11:00 a.m. Donations can be made to the Judique Fire Hall or Judique Cemetery. GILLIS John James Gillis, born 1933 in Inverness, died in Oakville, ON on March 17th, 2015. John was the oldest son of Neil and Jessie Gillis, Deepdale, NS. He attended school in Deepdale, Holy Family High School, Inverness and St. F.X., Antigonish. His working life was with Northern Electric/Telecom in Montreal for over 30 years until he retired and moved to Halifax at the age of 55. He and Pat raised a wonderful family of five children in Ville d ’Anjou/Pointe aux Trembles and later Chateauguay, QC. The children and their spouses who brought joy and pride to their parents are: Sharon Gillis (Vince Cardella), BC; Barry (Karen) Gillis, BC; Allison Gillis (Ken Nott), ON; Bryan Gillis (Fatima Jalil), ON; Vicki Gillis (Stephane Provost), QC. Then came the grandchildren whom John could dote on and smile with pride at their achievements in school and sports: Jessie and Josh Cardella; Matthew and Connor Gillis; Zack, Emma and Max Nott. John’s sisters and brothers are: Florence (Ed, deceased) Tompkins, Quincy, MA; Chris (Johnny, deceased) MacLellan, Inverness; Anne (Gordon) O’Connor, Hamilton, ON; Alex (Brandi) Gillis, Enderby, BC; Margie (John) MacIsaac, Deepdale; Peter A. (Georgie) Gillis, Inverness; Barbara (Angus, deceased) Gillis, Windsor, ON; Blaise Gillis, Hamilton, ON. John lost his battle with cancer on the morning of St. Patrick’s Day while being very well taken care of by the wonderful staff at the Ian Anderson House in Oakville ON. Despite harsh winter conditions, many family and friends were able to attend a visitation and funeral Mass in Oakville, Ontario on March 21st. Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, July 28th at 11:00 a.m. in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, Broad Cove, Inverness County with Father Duncan MacIsaac officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. MUISE Marie “Lorraine” Muise, age 73, of Cheticamp, passed away on July 13th, 2015 in Foyer Pere Fiset, Cheticamp. Born in Cheticamp, daughter of the late Hubert and Cecile Anne (Doucet) Poirier. Lorraine married Georgie in July, 1993 and moved to Brantford, Ont. They continued to spend all their summers in Cheticamp until they moved back permanently in May of 2013. Surviving are husband Georgie Muise; sons Maurice Deveau and Roger Jr. (Dana) Deveau; stepsons Davy Muise (Kelley) and Danny Muise (Ruth Cole); daughters Lise (Bruno) Gaudet and Michelle (Jules) Chiasson; brothers Albert (Sylvia) Poirier and Marcel Poirier; grandchildren Jeannot Chiasson (Lindsay) and Mario Chiasson (Kaitlyn); step-grandchildren Shannon Muise, Tanner Muise, Brody Muise, Hannah Cole, Hailey Cole, Paige Borda and Amber Borda and step great-grandchild Holden. Predeceased by sister Germaine Chiasson and niece Nicole Chiasson. The body rested at Cheticamp Funeral Home. Funeral Mass was held on Friday, July 17th, 2015 in St. Peter’s Church, Cheticamp. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia or Foyer Pere Fiset. Condolences may be sent to [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 21, 2015 Tuesday There were 6 obituaries published today James “Jim” Barry - 96 yrs Lenora Patricia McMullin - 91 yrs Hartigan Campbell - Elsie Ann Bonderud - Elaine (Stubbert) Blagdon - Elizabeth Virginia (Morrison) Dowling - 93 yrs James 'Jim' Barry Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 19th, 2015 It is with sadness we announce the passing of James 'Jim' Barry on Sunday, July 19, 2015, at the New Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late John 'Jack' and Sarah Jane (Nearing) Barry. Jim served in the army for a while and later went on to work at No. 16 Colliery. After leaving the coal mine he worked as a self employed mechanic. He also drove trucks for Al Bernick. Jim was a man who could put his hand to anything and fix it. He was a great singer and mouth organ player; he loved to sing all the oldies. You would see him everyday sitting in his truck at Tim Hortons with his fiddle music blaring. Jim is survived by his daughter, Martha Ropek, son, John (Celia), New Waterford, six grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, all of Toronto, nieces, nephews, brothers, Mike, Will and sisters, Vange, Martha, all of Toronto. Besides his parents, Jim was predeceased by his wife, the former Annie Watkins in 1946, companion of 50 years, Jean Carr of Dominion, sisters, Theresa, Evelyn, Margaret, brothers, Maynard and Gray. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place. The funeral service officiated by Rev. Ray Huntley is Thursday, 11 a.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford followed by interment in St. Agnes Cemetery. Special thanks to Dr. P. Littlejohn, Dr. Atiah, Dr. Aujuwan, nursing staff 2nd floor who took such good care of our father; also the physiotherapy team, homecare, VON and Deacon Leo Penny. We will be ever grateful to you all. God bless you all from the family.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Lenora Patricia McMullin Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 19th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Nora McMullin, age 91, a resident of 80 Regent St., North Sydney on Sunday, July 19, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, Nora was the daughter of the late William and Bridget (Brennan) MacDougall. Nora was a kind and thoughtful lady who was always thinking of others. She was a member of St. Joseph Church North Sydney. Nora is survived by her sister, Margaret 'Mickey' Fleming of Windsor, Ont., by special nieces Ann Bouchard and Nadine McMullin, nephew Bernie Kelly and many other nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her 'daughter by choice' Kimmy Painchaud, her special friends, Rose Anthony and Irma Carmichael as well as her faithful companion Candy who remained by her side to the end. Also by her step son Donald McMullin of London Ont. Nora was predeceased by her first husband, Bill Fleming, her second husband, Donald McMullin, a sister Rita and brothers, Peter, Angus, Charlie, Jim 'Moon' and Bernard. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Peter Poulos and the staff of Palliative Care at the Northside General Hospital for the excellent care and compassion shown to Nora. Visitation for Nora will be held from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 23, 2015 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney with funeral service to follow at 10 a.m., Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Palliative Care unit of the Northside General Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Hartigan Campbell Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 17th, 2015 It is with the utmost sadness that we announce the passing of our dad Hartigan Campbell at home on Friday, July 17, 2015 surrounded by his loving children. He was a coal miner with Devco for 39 years until his retirement in 1988. He was a member of the UMWA and was also a past member of the USTA, Standardbred Canada and the Cape Breton Horsemen’s Association where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame. As a young man, he hauled coal and delivered groceries, making sure the school and hospital had coal. No matter what the weather or distance Dad was there. He was well known throughout the harness racing community near and far. Everyone who knew him knew of his signature hat on sideways, as he made his way through the crowd grabbing someone by the shoulder as he went by. Everyone waiting to be acknowledged by him. He loved his wife and children but his grandchildren held the highest point in his heart. He was the happiest when they were around. His signature goodbye was “you be careful” no matter how old we were. He is survived by his loving wife Georgina; children, Bobby (Cathy), Donald, Edmonton, Mabel (Bennett) Mckenzie, Darlene Campbell-Hurley (Roddy); son-in-law Dave 'Crocker' Kelly; sisters, Janie Crowley, Olga Wilcox and Betty Campbell; brother Dougald Campbell; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by daughter Colleen Kelly, grandchildren, Michelle Penny, Alyssa Dawn Campbell and Blake Campbell, brothers, Ewen and John Alex, sisters, Theresa Westhaver and Mary Brewer, brothers-in-law Joe Wilcox, Bud Westhaver, Travis Crowley, sister in-law Theresa Campbell. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place on Thursday, July 23, 2015 from 12-9 p.m. A funeral mass to celebrate Dad’s life will be held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Albert MacPherson officiating followed by a luncheon at the Parish Hall Convent Street, all are welcome. Burial will be held in Mount Carmel Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Special thanks to the Palliative Care and the VON for all of their support. There are no words that can express the sadness we feel for the loss of our dad. If tears alone could have saved you, we would not had to say goodbye. We will love you and miss you to the end of time. Elsie Ann Bonderud Passed in: Ontario Passed on: July 17th, 2015 We regret to announce the passing of Elsie Ann Bonderud on July 17, 2015 in Ontario. She was the daughter of the late Laddie and Maude Kuta. She graduated in 1959 from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing and moved to Ontario shortly thereafter. She is survived by her husband Bob, of 55 years, her sons; Wayne (Sherry), Robert (Donna) and Brian (Sueleina); her grandchildren, Jenna, Myles, Madison, Tamara, Nolan, Jonah and great-granddaughter Aniston; her brothers, Walter (Ruby), Roy (Marg), Jerry (Linda), Billy (Anne) and David. She was predeceased by sister Joyce Nolan and brother Jimmy. Cremation and burial have taken place. Elaine (Stubbert) Blagdon Born In: Sydney Mines Passed on: July 15th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear wife and mother, Elaine (Stubbert) Blagdon on July 15, 2015. Born to the late William and Florence (McPhee) Stubbert of Sydney Mines, she is lovingly remembered by her husband of 34 years, Frederick G. Blagdon and her children from her first marriage to the late William Norman, Lawrence (Marylyn), Brian (Jaqueline), David (Florence), Paul, Barry and Lisa (Leonard). Also left to mourn her passing are her brothers, George (Vera) and Orville (Florence) and sister, Yvonne (William) Johnston, along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sisters, Louise (Eddie) Guthro, Isabelle (Alex) Canavan, Marcella Stubbert, Bernadette(George) Glover, Gloria (Norm) Stagg and Sylvia (Fred) Clarke and brother, William (Kay). As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no funeral service will be held. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Beautiful memories silently kept Of one that we loved and will never forget. Elizabeth Virginia (Morrison) Dowling Elizabeth Virginia ‘Virgy’ Dowling (nee Morrison) passed away peacefully on Jan. 8, 2015, at the Chinook Care Centre in Calgary, Alta. at the age of 93 years. Virgy was born in Sydney Oct. 13, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Kathleen (MacKinnon) Morrison. Virgy is survived by her son Dennis Dowling (Debbie McCaffrey) of Calgary Alta.; her sister Sr. Teresa Morrison CND of Baddeck, N.S. and her brother David Morrison (Geneva) of Hamilton, Ont. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Elizabeth Dowling (Edward Bays), great-granddaughters, Anna and Bria of Kimberley, B.C.; Katie Dowling (Robert Halliday) and great-grandson Tyson of Annapolis Valley, N.S.; Amy Dowling of Sydney N.S.; Desiree (Don) Bruno, great-grandchildren Nya and Dominic of Calgary, Alta., and Tyrel Roe of High Prairie, Alta.; her daughter by choice Sadie (Sally) Gillis of Sydney, N.S., her sister-in-law Theresa (Ralph) Morrison of Dartmouth, N.S. and other numerous relatives. She was predeceased by her husband, Dennis Vincent Dowling (1951), son Brian A. Dowling, sisters, Sr. Mary C. Morrison CND and Sr. Kathleen Morrison (Martyrs), her brothers, Patrick (Lindy), Ramsay, Ralph and John and sisters-in-law, Tessie (Ramsey) Morrison, Barbara (Lindy) Morrison, and Marilyn (John) Morrison. After graduation from Mount St. Bernard College in Antigonish she began working for Trans Canada Airlines (now known as Air Canada) until her retirement in 1985. Virgy enjoyed spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. She travelled all over the world throughout her career in the airline industry and even more so in her retirement years. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to her special care giver Chona Galivo of Signature Care and the staff at Chinook Care Centre for the excellent care she received while she resided there. We would also like to thank Father Bob of St. Mary's Cathedral, Calgary AB who administered the sacrament for the sick. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated. A celebration of her life will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Dennis Lamey officiating. Interment to take place at St. Theresa’s Cemetery, Sydney. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 20, 2015 Monday There were 5 obituaries published today J. Allison Morrison - 82 yrs Jerome Patrick “Jerry” MacMullin - 69 yrs Gerard Livingstone - Graveside Service Mary Kisksby Astephen - 93 yrs Theresa Helen (Pitchuck) Johnson - 75 yrs J. Allison Morrison Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Sydney It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Allison Morrison, 82, of Celtic Court in Sydney — where she has been a resident for a year and a half. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late, Daniel and Mabel (Kehoe) Shepherd. She was a graduate of the Glace Bay Hospital School of Nursing in 1953, and worked for a period of time at the Sydney City Hospital. Allison is the last member of her immediate family. She is survived by one daughter, Sandra (George Jones), South Bar; one son, Donald (Francine Leblanc), Dartmouth; two grandchildren, Caroline Leblanc, and Patrick Mulrooney; and many nieces and nephews.Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Angus (Gus) Morrison, 1988, one daughter, Kathy, 1993, two sisters, Jean Smith and Helen Shepherd and two brothers, Bud and Bill Shepherd. Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, July 21, 2-4 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the chapel. Burial at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Allison’s family would like to thank the staff of Celtic Court for all of their love and compassion for our mother during her stay there. Condolences can be sent to the family at [email protected] or e-mail [email protected] Jerome Patrick 'Jerry' MacMullin Born In: Marion Bridge Born: August 23rd, 1945 Passed in: Marion Bridge Passed on: July 18th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the passing of Jerry MacMullin at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. He passed away peacefully on July 18, 2015 at the age of 69 surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born in Marion Bridge on Aug. 23, 1945 son of Anna (MacKeigan) and the late John MacMullin. Jerry is survived by his loving wife and best friend of over 50 years, Sadie (Lively) –Cibbs; children, Junior (Cheri), Connie (Shawn), Corrie (Jim), Margie and Joe (Sarah); grandchildren, Patrick, Keshya, Brandon, Kristian, Alicia, Emily, William, Cailey and Liam; great-grandchildren, Noah and Sierra; sister, Irene (John); brothers, Johnny (Lee) and Ronnie (Julie) as well as aunts, uncles, nieces , nephews, cousins and friends. Jerry worked for Municipal Ready Mix and the Department of Transportation for 41 years. Not one to ever sit still, Jerry loved the outdoors, whether hunting, fishing, tinkering with cars or just puttering in his workshop. His quick wit, booming laugh and caring nature brought a smile to all he met. The heart of Jerry’s life was his family. He eagerly anticipated all family gatherings, especially at Christmas and relished the simple and wonderful joy of his family being together. He brought a sparkle to the eyes of his grandchildren and shared his love, wisdom and support with his children. Visitation for the late Jerry MacMullin will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21 with funeral mass at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, both from Sacred Heart Church, Trout Brook Road, Marion Bridge. Rev. Paul MacGillivray will officiate. Donations in Jerry’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Clinic of Cape Breton Regional Hospital or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Gerard Livingstone A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, at St. Joseph's Cemetery. The Rev Daniel Boudreau will officiate. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com Mary Kirksby Astephen Born In: England Born: December 19th, 1921 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 16th, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Mary Kirksby Astephen, at the age of 93, on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital. Mary was born in Little Hampton, Sussex, England on Dec. 19, 1921, the daughter of the late Reginald Kirksby and Vera (Howard) Bowes. Mary was a faithful member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. Mary was devoted to family life and was most happy surrounded by the love of her children and her many grandchildren and great grandchildren, whether it was sailing on the water, sitting by the water or the many family gatherings they had together. She loved to swim and was an avid walker and until recently could be seen walking on many streets throughout the town. For many years she volunteered at the Northside General Hospital Canteen. Mary was an Honorary Life Member of the Northern Yacht Club and was a member of the Race Committee for many years. She was a proud member of the War Brides of Cape Breton. Mary was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by her loving family, her five daughters, Teresa (Larry) Costello, Niagara on the Lake, Barbara (Jack) MacLean, Shelburne, Clare (Albert) Bishop, North Sydney, Stephanie (Stan) MacDonald, Sydney, Paula (Leo) MacDonald, Antigonish; her six sons, Francis (Nancy), Mendon, Mass., Peter (Judy), Halifax, Michael (Brenda), North Sydney, John (Patsy), Sydney, Denis (Cynthia) and Bernard (Rita), both of North Sydney. Also surviving are her 33 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Marg Hilcox , Rose Zukowski, Georgie Astephen and many nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband Stephen Astephen, infant son Paul and sisters, Jean Lawrie and Ailsa Grayson. Visitation for Mary will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Church Improvement Fund or the Northside/Harbourview Hospital Foundation or the Northside Community Guest Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. “I’m in the evening of my days…” Theresa Helen (Pitchuck) Johnson Sydney It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness, the family of Theresa Johnson, 75, regrets to announce her passing on July 17, 2015. Born in Sydney, Theresa was the daughter of the late William and Stella (Mischuk) Pitchuck. Theresa was predeceased by her loving husband Ronald and sister Blair. Theresa enjoyed life to the fullest amongst her loving family and could always be counted on to be there for them with open arms. Some of her happiest times were spent with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter whom she adored. Theresa is survived by her son Ken (Lynn) Pitchuck, Moncton; Lisa (David) Churcher, Edmonton; Charlene (Dave) Johnson, Sydney; grandchildren Tracy (Aiden) Pitchuck-Ozon, Trenton; Amanda (Mark) Goode, Sydney; great-grandchild Arianna Goode, Sydney; sisters, Rose (Gerald) Burke, Sydney; Delores Muise, Sydney; Catherine Wrathall, Dartmouth; Patricia (Duncan) Layes, Howie Centre; brothers, Sonny (Carrie) Pitchuck, Westmount; Joe (Marg) Pitchuck, Sydney; Raymond (Ann) Pitchuck, Sydney; Mike (Greta) Pitchuck, Sydney; Paul (Sandra) Pitchuck, Reserve Mines; Stephen Pitchuck, Sydney; and Rick (Yvonne) Pitchuck, Howie Centre. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, July 22, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Parkview Chapel, Sydney. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Donations can be made to Cape Breton Regional Hospital, palliative-care department in honour of her. Thank you to the staff.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 8, 2015 Wednesday There were 11 obituaries published today Idella “Lynette” Layton - 83 yrs Roddie Edward MacNeil - 83 yrs James Roscoe “Rick” LeBlanc - 70 yrs Clifford “Cliff” Townsend Destinee Alia Donovan - 15 yrs Dale Frank Dennis - 36 yrs Jessie Louise (VIckers) MacKinnon - 83 yrs Mary K. Kerr - 93 yrs Margaret “Peggy” Keough - Celebration of Life Christine Elizabeth Harrison - 61 yrs Frank Porga - Service of Remembrance Roddie Edward MacNeil Born In: Grass Cove - Passed in: Baddeck on: July 7th, 2015 Roddie Edward MacNeil, 83, of Grass Cove, Victoria County, N.S. died July 7, 2015 at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Born in Grass Cove on Oct. 13, 1931, he was the son of the late James S. and Mary (MacInnis) MacNeil. Roddie was retired from the Little Narrow Gypsum and a lifelong member of St. Columba Parish, Iona. He is survived by his brother, Joe (Mary), Grass Cove; three sisters, Peggy (Frank Vitelli), Toronto, Ann Booth, Toronto, Isabel (Allen Dixon), Calgary and several nieces and nephews. Beside his parents, Roddie was predeceased by his brothers, Sylvester and John. Keeping with Roddie wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral. Interment will be held at a later date. The family extend sincere thanks to Doctors Genge, Ritter, Chow and the nurses and staff at Victoria County Memorial Hospital for their care, kindness and support. Donations may be made to Victoria County Memorial Hospital Charitable Foundation. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck, N.S.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 18, 2015 Saturday There were 11 obituaries published today George Thomas “Bubber” Lees - 77 yrs Bernie Melvin Baker - George Herbert Slade - 86 yrs Mary Kirksby Astephen - 93 yrs Raphael Joseph “Ray” Boyce - 66 yrs Clifford Taylor - 93 yrs Michael “Sharkey” Campbell - 60 yrs Anne Corrine (Hurd) Douglas - 66 yrs Anna Maye MacDonald - Visitation Aubrey “Duck” Marsh - Funeral Service Helen Rose - 89 yrs Clifford Taylor Born In: Grand Bruit Born: June 28th, 1922 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 17th, 2015 We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved father Clifford Taylor, age 93, of North Sydney, on Friday, July 17, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital. Clifford was born on June 28, 1922 in Grand Bruit on the Southwest coast of Newfoundland to the late John and Harriet (Billard) Taylor and being one of eight children, he was raised by his aunt and uncle Gordon and Melida Miles. Dad left home at a young age to work on the water fishing and later working ocean going tug boats, that took him many places from Bermuda to the Azores. His travels brought him to North Sydney where he worked on the construction of St. Elizabeth Hospital and on its completion continued to work there as a stationary engineer until his retirement in 1987. It was here in North Sydney where he met his late wife Margaret (Morris), and they raised a family of four, his sons Gordon (Nadine) Taylor, Sydney Mines and their children Alana and Kyle, David (Arlene) Taylor, Little Harbour, Pictou County and children Greg and Debralee; his daughters Darlene (Gordon) Carter, Georges River, Anne (Scott) Mosher, Fall River and their children Ashley and David and several great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister Hazel Crant, brother Wilfred Taylor, both in Corner Brook, N.L., by several sisters and brothers-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Margaret Taylor in 2007 and by his brothers Bill, Jack, Gilbert, Jim and sister Joan. Visitation for Clifford will be held from 9:30-11 a.m. on Monday and funeral service to follow at 11 a.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice Michael 'Sharkey' Campbell Passed in: Northside East Bay Passed on: July 16th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mike ‘Sharkey’ Campbell, 60, after a determined and courageous battle with cancer, on July 16, 2015. Sharkey, as he was known to many, was a kind, compassionate and caring husband, father, son, brother, uncle and grandfather. He was the son of Angus Campbell and the late Betty Campbell of East Bay. He is survived by his partner, Cheryl Young, his son Matthew Campbell, and stepchildren, Amanda (Graham) MacDonald and Ashley (Billy) Quirk; sisters, Marg MacInnis, Liz (Bill) MacDonald, Judy (Bernie) MacPhee and sister-in-law Susan Campbell, all of East Bay; brothers, David, Grand Prairie, and Jody (Angie) of Sydney. He is also survived by his stepsister Shauna (David) MacLean, stepbrother Robbie (Heather) MacLean; grandchildren, Hannah, Leland and Shyanne; nephews, Johnathan, John and Phillip, as well as nieces Norma, Lee Beth and Melissa and also by his grandnephew Peter Harty. He was predeceased by his mother, Betty Campbell, stepmother Rene MacLean, brothers, John Murdock and Peter, and brother-in-law Stephen MacInnis. Sharkey worked in the trucking business all his life, while spending the last 20 years with Armour-Pole Star. He was an avid, die-hard Toronto Maple Leafs fan and never gave up on them winning a Stanley Cup. In saying that, we ask that you wear any Maple Leafs attire to a celebration of his life, which will be held Monday, July 20 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish East Bay. The family will receive friends and visitors in the foyer from 1-2:30 p.m. Interment in East Bay Cemetery. There will be a reception at the East Bay Fire Hall following. Donations can be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre, Palliative Care or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Anne Corrine (Hurd) Douglas Born In: North Sydney Born: July 26th, 1948 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 16th, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Anne Corinne (Hurd) Douglas, 66, North Sydney. Anne passed away at home on July 16, 2015 with her loving family by her side. Born in North Sydney on July 26, 1948, Anne was the eldest daughter of the late Albert Hurd and Gertie (Burchell) Cordero. Anne lived most of her adult life in Big Bras d’Or, but currently had been living in North Sydney for the last 12 years. Anne graduated from Cape Breton Business College as a senior stenographer in 1967. She was also an employee of the Bank of Nova Scotia for a period of time. Anne is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Brian Douglas; children, Corinne (Derek) Selfridge, Andrea (Lee Laffin) Douglas, Christopher (Tammy) Douglas; grandchildren, Brianna, Isabel and Jacob; brothers, Martin (Winnie), Halifax, Jackie (Linda), Bras d’Or, Gerard (Rhonda), North Sydney; sisters, Mary Jo Keeping, Sydney Mines, Therese (Jim) MacLeod, Eastern Passage, Pauline (Brian) White, Millville; numerous nieces and nephews, a very dear friend Arlene Lyle; along with her mother’s second husband, Oscar Cordero. In keeping with Anne’s wishes cremation has taken place. A visitation will held on Sunday, July 19, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. Anna Maye MacDonald Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: June 17th, 2015 Visitation for the late Anna Maye MacDonald, formerly from North River & Baddeck, who passed away at the Northside Community Guest Home on June 17th will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, July 24th at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, North River. Funeral will be at 2 p.m. on Sat. July 25th with Rev. Marion Barclay MacKay officiating. Interment will be in North River Riverside Cemetery immediately following the service. Reception to follow at St. Andrew’s Memorial Hall. Aubrey 'Duck' Marsh Passed in: Torontno Passed on: March 13th, 2015 Aubrey 'Duck' Marsh husband of Helen Marsh (Russell) passed away on March 13, 2015, in Toronto. A funeral service will be held at St. Leonard's Church, New Waterford, at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, with a luncheon to follow Helen Rose Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Cambridge, Canada Passed on: July 14th, 2015 We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved mother Helen Rose on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at St. Andrew’s Terrace, Cambridge. Daughter of the late John and Christina Heffernan of New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Helen was predeceased by and is now reunited with her beloved husband John Rose, her sons Carson Rose and Myles Rose, her sister Evangeline Hat and her brothers Myles Heffernan and Emerson Heffernan. At the age of 89, Helen was the last member of her family. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters Pamela Brown (Jack) of Kitchener, Linda Cameron (Mike) of Hamilton, Claudia Ganzon (Will) of Cambridge and Tracy Rose of Cambridge and her sons John Rose (Susan) of St. Catharines and Emerson Rose (Elaine) of New Waterford. She will also be missed by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Helen has lived at St. Andrew’s Terrace for the last 8 years and we would like to thank the staff for their compassionate care. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at the T. Little Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 223 Main Street, Cambridge (519-623-1290) on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 11 a.m. As expressions of condolence, donations in Helen’s memory to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by her family. www.tlittlefuneralhome.com <http://www.tlittlefuneralhome.com/>

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 18, 2015 Saturday There were 11 obituaries published today George Thomas “Bubber” Lees - 77 yrs Bernie Melvin Baker - George Herbert Slade - 86 yrs Mary Kirksby Astephen - 93 yrs Raphael Joseph “Ray” Boyce - 66 yrs Clifford Taylor - 93 yrs Michael “Sharkey” Campbell - 60 yrs Anne Corrine (Hurd) Douglas - 66 yrs Anna Maye MacDonald - Visitation Aubrey “Duck” Marsh - Funeral Service Helen Rose - 89 yrs George Thomas “Bubber’ Lees It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of George Lees, 77, of River Ryan on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Richard ‘Dick’ and Sadie (Boutilier) Lees. George worked in a number of mines in the area and the Round House in Glace Bay. He retired from Sydney Railroad. In earlier years, he was an avid fisherman and hunter. He frequented Tims in Glace Bay and Dominion where he made many friends. One of his favourite pastimes was driving through the streets of the local areas. He also loved to garden and shared his vegetables with neighbours and friends. Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Edith (Cameron) Lees; daughter, Janice Devavarapu, Edmonton; son, Jason Lees, at home; his pride and joy, granddaughter, Nisha Devavarapu. Besides his parents, George was predeceased by a sister, Leona Greening. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held Monday, July 20, 2015, at 11 a.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery, River Ryan, with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard’s Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Bernie Melvin Baker Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 16th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, Bernie Melvin Baker, on July 16, 2015, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Arthur and Viola (Spanks) Baker. Bernie was a coal miner for several years. He had a love for his grandchildren that was unmatched and he enjoyed spending time with them. He enjoyed the simpler things in life and loved cars, scratching tickets and doing crossword puzzles. Bernie is survived by his four daughters, Barbara, Bernadine (Derek), Lilly (Jack), Violet; sons, Bernard (Tracy), Melvin (Wanda), sister Lill (Howard) Harte and brother Bill Baker. He is also survived by his nine grandchildren, Melissa, Chad, Shera, Tyler, Nolan, Madison, Justin, Tyler, Kyle and two great-grandchildren Carter and Alyson. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife Sarah, brothers, Fred and Les and sister Muriel Kearney. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 19, 2015 from 2-4 to 7-9 p.m. in the funeral home. A funeral mass to celebrate Bernie’s life will take place on Monday, July 19 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be held in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations can be made to a charity of ones choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/> George Herbert Slade Born In: Sydney Born: October 27th, 1928 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 16th, 2015 It is with great sadness and fond memories that the family of George Herbert Slade announces his peaceful passing on July 16, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney on Oct. 27, 1928, he was the son of the late George and Dinah (Forsey) Slade. George is survived by his sisters, Helen Ellsworth and Jessie Snow, numerous nieces and nephews, as well as sisters-in-law, Pearl O’Connell, Peggy MacKinnon and Neva Slade and brother-in-law Geoff Forshaw. He is also survived by close friend and honorary family member Anne Marie MacDonald. George was predeceased by his wife Carmel (MacDonald), sisters. Alice Courage and Ruth Forshaw and brother Jim. He was also predeceased by in-laws, Ann and John DeCoste, Elizabeth MacDonald, Duncan MacKinnon, Joe O’Connell, Colin MacDonald, William Courage, Malcolm Ellsworth and Melvin Snow. He was retired from Sydney Steel Corporation, however at one time he took a leave to work on the Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker Sir John A. MacDonald, where he travelled across the Arctic Circle, much to his enjoyment as he loved the sea. His interests were varied and in his earlier years he was an avid scuba diver, enjoyed the New Year’s Polar Bear Swims and loved the outdoors. Whether jigging cod, out at the bungalow in Middle Cape or hunting with one of his friends, there were always great stories to share with family. After the passing of his beloved wife Carmel, he took a few trips across the country to visit nieces and nephews. There will always be “Uncle George” stories and he will always be in our hearts. Special thanks to Dr. Murphy and to the staff of the ICU and Palliative Care departments at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their wonderful care. Also thank you to George’s friends and neighbours for your kindness. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at 11a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2015, at S.W. Chant Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra Street, Sydney with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. A reception will follow and Interment to take place at Resurrection Cemetery immediately afterwards. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the An Cala, Palliative Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or charity of one’s choice. Mary Kirksby Astephen Born In: England Born: December 19th, 1921 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: July 16th, 2015 It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Mary Kirksby Astephen, at the age of 93, on Thursday, July 16, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital. Mary was born in Little Hampton, Sussex, England on Dec. 19, 1921, the daughter of the late Reginald Kirksby and Vera (Howard) Bowes. Mary was a faithful member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. Mary was devoted to family life and was most happy surrounded by the love of her children and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whether it was sailing on the water, sitting by the water or the many family gatherings they had together. She loved to swim and was an avid walker and until recently could be seen walking on many streets throughout the town. For many years she volunteered at the Northside General Hospital Canteen. Mary was an honorary life member of the Northern Yacht Club and was a member of the Race Committee for many years. She was a proud member of the War Brides of Cape Breton. Mary was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by her loving family, her five daughters, Teresa (Larry) Costello, Niagara on the Lake, Barbara (Jack) MacLean, Shelburne, Clare (Albert) Bishop, North Sydney, Stephanie (Stan) MacDonald, Sydney, Paula (Leo) MacDonald, Antigonish; her six sons, Francis (Nancy), Mendon, Mass., Peter (Judy), Halifax, Michael (Brenda), North Sydney, John (Patsy), Sydney, Denis (Cynthia) and Bernard (Rita), both of North Sydney. Also surviving are her 33 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Marg Hilcox and Rose Zukowski and many nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her husband Stephen Astephen, infant son Paul and sisters, Jean Lawrie and Ailsa Grayson. Visitation for Mary will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Church Improvement Fund or the Northside/Harbourview Hospital Foundation or the Northside Community Guest Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Raphael Joseph 'Ray' Boyce Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 13th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Ray Boyce, 66, at home on Monday, July 13, 2015. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Bernard and Carmella (Nolan) Boyce. He attended Holy Cross, St. Anthony and St. Michael’s Sr. High. Ray worked for Sydney Steel from 1969 until 1999. His interests included travelling, reading, movies and attending the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles games of which he was a season ticket holder. Ray was a kind and quiet individual, devoted to his wife and a loyal caregiver to his parents. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and put other people’s concerns ahead of his own. His family was an important part of his life and he enjoyed spending time with them. He is survived by his wife Zelda (Timmons); brothers, Floyd (Barbara), Gary, Leo (Janet) and sisters, Doneshia (Randall) Morean and Edwinna (Roger) Munroe; also nieces and nephews, Pamela, Liam, Sarah, Cory, Emily and Courtney. We would like to thank Palliative care, Cape Breton Cancer Unit, VON, County Homemakers for their support, as well as Tom MacNeil, and to Dr. Archibald for taking good care of Ray. Memorial donations in Ray’s name may be made to Hospice/Palliative care, the Red Cross or the cancer Comfort fund. Visitation for Ray Boyce will be in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday July19, 2015. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, July 20, at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross Church with Fr. Norman MacPhee officiating. Interment Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 17, 2015 Friday There were 3 obituaries published today George Thomas “Bubber” Lees - 77 yrs Helen B. (MacIntosh) Robinson - Aubrey “Duck” Marsh - Funeral Service George Thomas 'Bubber' Lees Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 15th, 2015 It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of George Lees, 77, of River Ryan on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Richard 'Dick' and Sadie (Boutilier) Lees. George worked in a number of mines in the area and the Round House in Glace Bay. He retired from Sydney Railroad. In earlier years, he was an avid fisherman and hunter. He frequented Tims in Glace Bay and Dominion where he made many friends. One of his favourite pastimes was driving through the streets of the local areas. He also loved to garden and shared his vegetables with neighbours and friends. Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Edith (Cameron) Lees; daughter, Janice Devavarapu, Edmonton; son, Jason Lees, at home; his pride and joy, granddaughter, Nisha Devavarapu. Besides his parents, George was predeceased by a sister, Leona Greening. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be held Monday, July 20, 2015, at 11 a.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery, River Ryan, with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Helen B. (MacIntosh) Robinson Passed in: Québec, Canada Passed on: May 7th, 2015 On May 7, 2015, Helen passed away at West Island Palliative Care, Quebec. Loving mother to Brent and Scott; grandmother to Amanda; daughter of the late Aloysius (Dee) and Edith MacIntosh; sisters, Josephine (Dodo) Hopkins (Glenn), Catherine (Bookie) MacComber (Roy); brothers, Raymond (Vera), Barry (Margie),her friends Dot and Bobby Davis. She moved to Montreal in 1961, worked at the Royal Bank until her marriage to Donald Robinson. She was a committed member and volunteer of the legion, Branch 94 in Greenfield Park. Well known for her humour and wit, her honesty and compassion for others, made a good example for those who had the pleasure of having her in their lives. Predeceased by Frances Boutilier and Heather MacIntosh. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will take place on July 18, 2015 at 10 a.m. in Holy Cross Church. Interment will be in St. Anthony Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction and care of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Aubrey 'Duck' Marsh Passed in: Torontno Passed on: March 13th, 2015 Aubrey 'Duck' Marsh husband of Helen Marsh (Russell) passed away on March 13, 2015, in Toronto. A funeral service will be held at St. Leonard's Church, New Waterford, at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, with a luncheon to follow

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 16, 2015 Thursday There were 10 obituaries published today Isabelle Marie McNeil - Dolores Marguerite Davis - 62 yrs Robert Edward Steele - 56 yrs Jason Edward MacInnis - Kelly Anne MacQuarrie - 26 yrs Colleen Lillian (Robinson) MacDonald - 78 yrs Hugh Francis Copan - Helen “Mimmie” Bresson - 82 yrs Leo Hector MacKinnon - 83 yrs Elizabeth (Morrison) MacQueen - 94 yrs Colleen (Robinson) MacDonald Born In: Port Morien Passed in: Port Morien Passed on: July 14th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Colleen Lillian (Robinson) Macdonald, 78, Port Morien. Colleen passed away with her loving family by her side at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Tuesday, July 14, 2015. Colleen was a lifetime resident of Port Morien where she met her husband and lifelong companion of 64 years, Tom Macdonald. Colleen was employed with the Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board at Gowrie Memorial School where she proudly cleaned the facility and cared for all students and staff during her time there; prior to that she was employed with H.H. Hopkins at their Port Morien location. She was also a past member of the Port Morien Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. Colleen is survived by her loving husband Tom MacDonald; sons, Donald MacDonald, Lionel (Mary) MacDonald; and daughter Marion (Leonard) Maxwell; sisters, Elaine (the late Rod) Hardy, Mary (the late Jimmy) Timmons, Aveda (the late Reddy) Timmons and Dawn (Don) Perrier; grandchildren, Craig, Tanya, Justin, Holly, Adam, Alisha and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Olivia, Drew, Caiden and Bella; as well as brother-in-law Reg (Sue) MacDonald; sister-in-law Josie Robinson; and many, many friends who all loved her dearly and will cherish many fond memories. Colleen was the daughter of the late Tom and Viva (MacPhail) Robinson. She was predeceased by her sister Margaret who passed away in infancy, brother, Vinal Robinson, father and mother-in-law Steve and Netta MacDonald, brother-in-law Ted MacDonald. She was also predeceased by her beloved daughter Juanita Thiel some 15 years ago. Visitation will take place at Curry’s Funeral Home in Glace Bay Thursday, July 16 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Port Morien on Friday, July 17 at 11a.m. with Rev. Myrna MacMullin officiating. Burial to follow in St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery with reception held at the Port Morien Fire Hall. “If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane; I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.” Donations can be made to Cape Breton Regional Hospital An Cala Palliative Care or the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com <http://www.currysfuneralhome.com/>. Hugh Francis Copan Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Scotchtown Passed on: July 14th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our brother, Hugh Francis Copan, on July 14, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Clarence and Elizabeth 'Liz' (MacDonald) Copan. Hugh was a man who loved the simpler things in life. He enjoyed playing darts, cards, spending his mornings with his friends at Tims and just driving around. He loved to wash cars and he took great pride in it. Hugh also loved pizza, the one thing that he could never go without. Hugh is survived by his four sisters, Mary (Ron), Charlene (Paul), Beth, Alberta (Jake) and three brothers, Clarence (Christine), Elliott (Carol), Bernie, as well as many nieces and nephews. He is also survived and missed by his dear friend and cat 'Frisky'. He was predeceased by his parents. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass to celebrate Hugh’s life will take place Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be held in St. Michael’s Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations can be made to the An Cala, Palliative Care unit. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. We would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital who took great care of Hugh when he needed it most. Your heartfelt support will never be forgotten. We would also like to thank the EMTs and a special thank you to Donna Darling. Helen 'Mimmie' Bresson Passed in: Bridgeport Passed on: July 13th, 2015 It is with profound sadness the family of Helen M. ‘Mimmie’ Bresson (nee Perry) announce her passing on July 13, 2015, one day after her 82nd birthday. Mimmie passed away peacefully at home, in the arms of her family after a brief illness. She was the last surviving member of her family. She is survived by sons, Joey (Cathy), Fredericton, Louie (Cathy), Louisdale; daughter, Jo-Ann McKinnon (Robbie), Bridgeport; grandchildren, Krista McKinnon (Mike MacLean), New Waterford, Mark McKinnon (Ashley McNeil), Saint John, Kelly-Lynn Bresson (Jason), Bridgewater, Ryan Bresson (Ruthie), Calgary, Colin Bresson (Alicia) & Kyle Bresson, Louisdale; great-grandchildren, Abigail & Jacob Bresson, Calgary; sister-in-law, Kathleen Cirotto (Moncey), Guelph, who was more like a sister to Mimmie and her very best friend Gwen Boutilier of Glace Bay; special nephew & niece, Artie & Clare O'Regan, Glace Bay, along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Francis Bresson of Bridgeport; parents, Simon & Bridget Perry of Reserve; stepmother, Johnina Perry of Reserve; sisters, Peggy, Sadie & Angela & her brother, John. She was also predeceased by her good friends, Trudy & Marguerite Bresson. Mimmie was previously employed by Modern Cleaners and worked at various offices throughout Glace Bay & Sydney area. Besides spending time with her children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren, Mimmie enjoyed her Friday nights at the Bayplex with Gwen and friends, Sunday nights playing cards with Trudy & Margeruite (affectionately known as the golden girls by Francis) and bingo with Clare. Visitation for Mimmie will be held at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay on Friday July 17, 2015 from 6-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be at later date. Mimmie will always be remembered for her sense of humour, wit and kindness, by her family and all who knew her. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Palliative Care. Special thanks to Dr. Carol Boutilier for her years of endless care and love, Dr. George Burns, Cathie Lloyd, RN and all of the palliative care staff, VON nurses and homecare workers who made it possible for Mimmie's family to fulfill her final wish to remain at home until her passing. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Leo H. MacKinnon Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 14th, 2015 It is with profound sadness that we the family announce the death of Leo Hector MacKinnon, 83 on July 14, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a short illness. Born in Sydney, Leo was the son of the late Hector and Margaret (MacNeil) MacKinnon. He was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart parish, Sydney. Leo graduated from Sydney Academy and was a 1953 graduate of St. FX University. He worked in the metallurgical department of Sydney Steel, retiring after 39 years. Leo is survived by his brother Steve, Hamilton, Ont.; his sister Peggy Macmillan, Sydney as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Sandy, Donald and John and by sisters, Anna Gillis, Libby Rateau and Isabel Hemsworth. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service will take place at a later date. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses in the Emergency and ICU Departments at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their wonderful care and support. If so desired, donations in Leo’s memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Elizabeth (Morrison) MacQueen Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 13th, 2015 With sadness the family announces the peaceful passing of Elizabeth (Morrison) MacQueen at Harbourstone Enhanced Care on Monday, July 13, 2015 at the age of 94. Born in Sydney, daughter of the late Michael B. and Johanna (MacCormick) MacDonald. Elizabeth is survived by her husband Malcolm MacQueen and family members also include Anne Marie MacCormack (Ray); Michael (Josephine); Donna MacKinnon (Jerry); Andy (Paula); Bill (Sharon); Diane Stoker (Keith); Nancy MacLellan (Allan); Linda Van Schaayk (Frank); Charles (Kim); Donna and Duncan (Mary). Also surviving are siblings Sr. Carmelita MacDonald CND and Bernie MacDonald and 30 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Donald Morrison, brothers, Jim, Joe, Vince and John Hugh, sisters, Refina, Kay and Theresa, great-grandson Isaac Fougere and by several brothers and sisters-in-law. Visitation for the late Mrs. MacQueen will be held from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, July 17 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 18 at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church with Fr. Albert Maroun officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada or St. Vincent DePaul Society. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 16, 2015 Thursday There were 10 obituaries published today Isabelle Marie McNeil - Dolores Marguerite Davis - 62 yrs Robert Edward Steele - 56 yrs Jason Edward MacInnis - Kelly Anne MacQuarrie - 26 yrs Colleen Lillian (Robinson) MacDonald - 78 yrs Hugh Francis Copan - Helen “Mimmie” Bresson - 82 yrs Leo Hector MacKinnon - 83 yrs Elizabeth (Morrison) MacQueen - 94 yrs Isabelle Marie McNeil It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Isabelle McNeil on Wednesday, July 15, 2015, in the An Cala unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Dolena (Daley) and Dan Roy McNeil. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and spending time with her family. She was a member of Sacred Heart parish. Isabelle is survived by her companion and best friend, Roy MacKinnon; her children, Edwina (Rodney) Smith, Surrey, B.C., John Fitzgerald, Burnaby, B.C., Winston ‘ Scott’ Fitzgerald, Sydney, Robert (Laurie) Fitzgerald, Fredericton, N.B., Michael (Elizabeth) Fitzgerald, Sydney. She is also survived by her seven precious grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren; as well as her brother, Ron (Eileen) Currie, London, Ont. Besides her parents, Isabelle was predeceased by her husband, Edward Fitzgerald. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 6 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2015, at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. Paul McGillivray officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Dolores Marguerite Davis Dolores Marguerite Davis, 62, passed away July 13, 2015, at home. No visitation or funeral service by family request. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow St., Truro, N.S. Online condolences may be made at www.ColchesterCommunity.com <http://www.colchestercommunity.com/>. Robert Edward Steele It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert, age 56, at the University of Edmonton Hospital on June 27, 2015. He was the son of Robert ‘ Bob’ Steele and Sylvia Lee. Besides his parents, Robert is survived by his two beautiful daughters, Deanna Steele (Keith), Lisa Steele and his grandson, Brayden. They were the loves of his life. Robert is also survived by his brothers, Brian (Mary Jane) Steele, Dannie and Leonard (Becky) Steele, as well as three nieces, many uncles, aunts, cousins from the Steele and Lee families. Also left to mourn is the mother of his children, Coleen (Ferguson) Steele, the extended Ferguson family, Gordon and Peggy Ferguson, Bev (Steve) Kaut, Gordie and Bruce from Caribou Marsh. Robert was employed with Shell as an engineer for many years, where he made many great friends who enjoyed travelling and golfing together. He was an avid sports fan, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Blue Jays. Robert was a kind, gentle and generous person, who touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time Funeral arrangements are under the direction of. Jason Edward MacInnis Born In: Main-A-Dieu Passed on: June 29th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Jason MacInnis, on June 29, 2015 Born in Main-A-Dieu, he was the son of Daniel 'Chippy' MacInnis (Lynda) and Geraldine (Bernie) Bresson. Left to mourn are his children, Curtis, Dalton and Jayla; his brothers, DJ (Leanne) and their daughter, Alyssa, and Matthew (Melissa) and their daughters, Morgan and Hannah. He is also survived by ‎his grandmother, Claire Wadden; grandfather, Gervaise (Roberta) Wadden. Jason was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Wilfred and Margaret MacInnis; also the mother of his boys, Nicole Parsons. Jason was an avid outdoorsman who loved spending his time hunting and fishing. He loved camping and he lived his life to the fullest. In the famous words of Jay "why can't we all just get along". Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m in the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 19th at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of … Kelly Anne MacQuarrie Born In: Glace Bay Born: October 4th, 1988 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 15th, 2015 Wednesday, June 15, 2015 at 2 a.m. a beautiful angel went home to heaven. Kelly Anne MacQuarrie was born on Oct. 4, 1988, to parents Andrea (nee Clevett) and Calum MacQuarrie of Glace Bay. Beloved sister of Ian, she was 26 years old. Kelly faced many challenges during her short life due to illness. She faced these challenges with dignity, grace and courage and was a shining example to all who knew her. This last challenge proved to be too much for her to overcome, but all through it she worried and cared more about others than she did for herself. Her love for all her family was tangible. She was a hero to look up to for mom, dad and Ian. Never complaining but willing to do anything she had to so that she could get well. We are so privileged to have had her in our lives even for such a short time. During her brief time here on earth, she was a member of Sparks, Brownies and Girl Guides in Glace Bay. In elementary school she was on the Wildcats basketball team but due to illness she was unable to continue to play. She then became a team manger helping out where she could. She was a faithful alter server at St. Mary’s Church for a number of years and assisted Rev. Vernon Reid at the altar in a special role created just for her. She graduated from Glace Bay High School in 2007. She worked as a student feeder at Taigh Na Mara Nursing Home for three years, the Sears Store in Glace Bay and finally at Glace Bay Chiropractic for her cousin Kyle. Survived by her mom, dad and brother Ian (Kristina) and special companion “Angel”, her beloved dog who was always at her side, paternal grandmother Mary MacQuarrie, aunts, uncles, Marilyn and Rannie Whalen (Dawn, Rannie and Janice), Jim and Joan MacQuarrie (Keith and Jan), Ann and Earl Morgan (Kyle, Arlie Beth and Gavin), Isabel and Gary MacDonald (Ross and Neal) and Kathy and Stuart MacAulay, who were like her second parents (Caelin and Alex) as well as other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by maternal grandparents Andrew and Ella Clevett and paternal grandfather Lincoln MacQuarrie, uncle Stuart Clevett and cousin Kimberley Whalen. Visitation will take place from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home on Friday, July 17 with a funeral service taking place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 18 at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Glace Bay. Interment to follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. Donations in Kelly’s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Center or Palliative Care. As we say goodbye to our beautiful girl we realize the lessons she has taught us. Never give up on life and relish the love of family, as she did. Goodbye our darling Kelly, until we meet again.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 15, 2015 Wednesday There were 8 obituaries published today Raphael Joseph “Ray” Boyce - 66 yrs John David Hanrahan - 64 yrs Margaret “Peggy” O’Connell - 86 yrs Effie Margaret Lewis - 89 yrs Ernest “Perry” Walters - 93 yrs James Joseph “Jimmy” McEachern - Daniel Sylvester Maxwell - 76 yrs Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy - 95 yrs Effie Margaret Lewis Born In: Gabarus Born: October 21st, 1925 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 13th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we regret to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Effie (MacDougall) Lewis, 89 on Monday, July 13, 2015 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Effie was born in Gabarus on Oct. 21, 1925. She was the daughter of the late Donald John and Mary (Stewart) MacDougall. She left Gabarus when she met and married her husband, Allister Lewis. Mom and dad moved to Whitney Pier where they raised their six children, they later moved to Ashby, finally settling in the North End of Sydney. Effie was a stay at home mom who thrived on having her family by her side. Mom especially enjoyed her Sunday afternoon drives with her son George and daughter Heather. When her health allowed it she enjoyed attending services at Zion Wesley United Church in Gabarus. Effie was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Effie is survived by her daughters, Heather (Bernie Farrell), at home, Bonnie (John Holland), Coxheath, Kimberly (John MacDonald), Sydney; sons, Gary (Karen), Howie Centre, Donnie, Oshawa, Ont., seven grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Effie was predeceased by her husband, Allister; her son, George (May 2015); brothers, Neil, Donald Archie and Johnnie. The family would like to thank the Sydney Homemakers, the VON, and the Palliative Care Services of Cape Breton and Dr. Amanda Woodhouse for her continued support and compassion shown to mom, also thanks to Myrtle Saunders, Effie’s niece and friend for her companionship. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday, July 15, 2015 ) at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 2015 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Nancy Whitney Latham officiating. Interment to follow in the Zion Wesley United Parish Cemetery, Gabarus. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of…. Ernest 'Perry' Walters Born In: Grand Lake Born: February 18th, 1923 Passed on: July 14th, 2015 Perry Walters passed away peacefully at home, on July 14, 2015 in his 93rd year. Born in Grand Lake on Feb. 18, 1923, Perry was one of 10 children to his parents, the late Frederick William Walters and Lillian (Fillmore) Walters. Perry resided in Whitney Pier since the early 1960s, ultimately building the family home there in 1965. Perry served in the Second World War with the Royal Regina Rifles Regiment. He was a prisoner of war in Germany during the Second World War and the recipient of several service medals. Perry held a variety of labour and craft related jobs during his earlier years. For the last 25 years of his working life he was a boilermaker and longterm employee of Babcock & Wilcox. He retired in 1988 and is a member of Boiler Makers’ Union Local 73. Perry was a former member of Sydney Elks Club and was a current member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12. Dad was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. One of his favourite getaways was to Gillisdale, Inverness County to a special place called The Glen. Perry is survived by his son, Tim Walters, who resided with him and daughter, Shauna Walters of Sydney. Perry is survived by siblings John 'Jack' Walters (Grand Lake), Shirley Hyrluk (Moncton) and Jennie Lee (Toronto). Also surviving are grandsons, Matthew and James McGrath and great-granddaughter, Finley McGrath, as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his former wife, Dorothy Isabel Walters and daughters, Catherine (Kay) Walters and Dorothy Joanne McGrath. He was also predeceased by his siblings, Louise Briand (Westmount); Delia Dobson (Toronto); William Walters (Niagra); Edward Walters (Reserve); Charles Walters (Grand Lake) and Helen Hulford (New Waterford). Shauna and Tim also extend a special thank you to Mary O’Neil of New Dawn Homecare who provided exceptional care and friendship to dad for the past several years. Although dad was baptized in the Baptist Church, he was not a church attendee. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Chant’s Funeral Home. Dad will be waked on Friday, July 17th from 12 to 2 p.m. with service and reception to follow in the funeral home chapel .‎ Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Cape Breton County whose services were invaluable as dad entered the last stages of his life. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of … James Joseph 'Jimmy' McEachern Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Passed on: June 21st, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, Jimmy McEachern, on June 21, 2015, at Adanac Park Lodge in Vancouver. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Murdoch and Dorothy (McNeil) McEachern Shortly after Jimmy had finished his basic training in the air force, he was involved in a severe car accident which ended his career. After being honourably discharged, he went to Vancouver where he would spend the remainder of his years. He got great pleasure from helping people as he volunteered a lot of his time cooking for homeless shelters. Jimmy was a man of strong faith and attended mass regularly. Jimmy is survived by his seven sisters, Gail (Bobby) Hines, Terry Cox, Patsy Roach, Marion (Peter) Cloake, Josi Morrison (Eric), Maureen Noble (Chip) and Kim MacIntyre (Erin); aunts, Pat Campbell and Teace Murphy, as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Jimmy was predeceased by a sister, Murdena, and brother-in-law, Don Cox. He was also predeceased by numerous aunts and uncles. Cremation has taken place in Vancouver. A chapel service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2015, at the McLellan Brothers Chapel with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be held in St. Agnes Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 902-862-7500. Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. Daniel Sylvester Maxwell Born In: North Sydney Born: August 15th, 1938 Passed in: Dartmouth Passed on: July 12th, 2015 Daniel Sylvester Maxwell passed away peacefully on July 12, 2015 at Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in North Sydney on Aug. 15, 1938, he was the son of the late Gordon and Bridgette (Audoux) Maxwell. Daniel was a longtime member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. He was a devoted employee of CN Marine, North Sydney, where he worked as a stevedore for over 30 years. Daniel is survived by his five children, Brian, Edmonton, Colleen, Millville, Patricia, North Sydney, Doug, Kingston, Ont., Linda, Millcreek.Six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean Ivy, Peg (Martin) MacIsaac; brothers, Robert (Anne) and John. Along with many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Daniel was predeceased by his daughter, Darlene; brother, Gordon; sisters, Wilma Crews and Janet Snow; brother-in-law, Jim Ivy. In keeping with Daniel’s wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, July 17, 2015 at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J. Oliver officiating. Burial to follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy, 95, Mira Road, Sydney, with her family by her side at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Sunday, July 12, 2015. Julia was a longtime resident of Mira Road. She was a member of the Mira Road Home and School Association, the Rebekah Lodge and the United Baptist Church, now the United Heritage Church, Sydney and also, the last surviving spouse of a founding member of the Mira Road Volunteer Fire Department. Julia was a daughter of the late Murdock and Alexis (MacDonald) MacLean and the last surviving member of her family. She is survived by her daughter, Geraldine MacLean, Mira Road; sons, Wayne (Patricia), Sydney, Donald (Irene) and Kevin (Mary), Hillside, Mira; grandchildren, Darlene (Doug) LaRusic, Brent (Diane) Boyle, Scott (Valerie) MacLean, Glenn (Nicole) MacLean, Mark MacLean, Andrew (Jamie) Hardy, Erin (Brad) McPherson, Jule Ann Hardy, Adam Hardy, Jennifer (Mike) Burns, Renee Hardy (Marlon), Julia Hardy, Kevin Hardy (Jana) and Jordan Hardy (Ashley) and 14 great-grandchildren, Brittany, Jaimee, Jessica (Brendan), Josh, Devon, Corey, Christopher, Carter, Katilyn, Hannah, Aiden, Allie, Sunshine Amelia, and Sarah Grace, who all loved her dearly and will cherish many fond memories. Julia was predeceased by her husband, Gerald in 1997; daughter, Frances Boyle in 2012; son-in-law, James Boyle in 1994; sisters, Alice, Rachael and Effie; and brothers, Harry, Roderick, Neil and Angus. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the United Heritage Church, 500 Charlotte St., Sydney, on Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Rosemary Godin officiating. Burial to follow in Oakfield Cemetery, Hillside, Mira, with reception held at Mira Road Volunteer Fire Hall. “She could not give us riches or a lifetime free from care, but she gave us what we needed most, her constant love and care.” Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 15, 2015 Wednesday There were 8 obituaries published today Raphael Joseph “Ray” Boyce - 66 yrs John David Hanrahan - 64 yrs Margaret “Peggy” O’Connell - 86 yrs Effie Margaret Lewis - 89 yrs Ernest “Perry” Walters - 93 yrs James Joseph “Jimmy” McEachern - Daniel Sylvester Maxwell - 76 yrs Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy - 95 yrs Raphael Joseph ‘Ray’ Boyce Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 13th, 2015 Raphael ‘Ray’ Boyce passed away at home in Sydney on July 13, 2015, with family by his side. The obituary will be in the Cape Breton Post on Saturday, July 18, 2015. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Ray’s complete obituary may be viewed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Raphael Joseph 'Ray’ Boyce 1949-2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Ray Boyce, 66 at home on Monday , July 13, 2015. Born in Glace Bay , he was the son of the late Bernard and Carmella (Nolan) Boyce. He attended Holy Cross ,St. Anthony and St. Michael’s Sr. High . Ray worked for Sydney Steel from 1969 until 1999. His interests included traveling, reading, movies and attending the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles games of which he was a season ticket holder. Ray was a kind and quiet individual, devoted to his wife and a loyal care giver to his parents. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and put other people’s concerns ahead of his own. His family was an important part of his life and he enjoyed spending time with them. He is survived by his wife Zelda (Timmons); brothers Floyd (Barbara), Gary, Leo (Janet) and sisters Doneshia (Randall) Morean and Edwinna (Roger) Munroe; also nieces and nephews, Pamela, Liam, Sarah, Cory, Emily and Courtney. We would like to thank Palliative care, Cape Breton Cancer Unit, V.O.N; County Homemakers for their support, as well as Tom MacNeil, and to Dr. Archibald for taking good care of Ray Memorial donations in Ray’s name may be made to Hospice/Palliative care, the Red Cross or the cancer comfort fund. Visitation for Ray Boyce will be in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve Street, Glace Bay, from 2-4-7-9 p.m. Sunday July19, 2015. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, July 20, at 10 am in Holy Cross Church, with Fr. Norman MacPhee officiating. Interment Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/> John David Hanrahan Born In: MacKay's Corner Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 13th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our father, John David Hanrahan, Glace Bay, who died at home on Monday, July 13, 2015, at the age of 64. Born in MacKay's Corner, Glace Bay, David was the son of the late Alonzo and Veronica (Aucoin) Hanrahan. After his marriage, David moved to Passchendaele and raised his family. He was a longstanding member of Saint Anthony's parish and later Holy Cross. He is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Mary (McPhee); two sons, Mark (Tracey) and Gerard (Helen); one daughter, Kerry O'Neill (Brian): six grandchildren, Gracie and Parker Hanrahan, Alexandra Hanrahan, Keegan, Jordan, and Jillian O'Neill, all of Glace Bay. He is also survived by two sisters, Diane Romard and Patsy Warren (Fred), all of Glace Bay and one brother, Michael (Debbie) of Coxheath. As well, he is survived by several in-laws including, Linda Hanrahan, Guy Viger, Marilyn and Bob Johnston, Sandra Novak, Kay and Garry Cox, Jim and Marilyn McPhee, Kevin and Lynn McPhee, Leo McPhee (Martha), Cameron McPhee (Paulette), Gerard and Janice McPhee and Brian and Wendy McPhee, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Roger and Lonnie Jr.; sister, Annette Viger, mother and father in-law, Annie and James McPhee, brothers-in-law, Greg Gouthro and Joe Romard; sister-in-law, Donna McPhee and nephew, Blaine Gouthro. David was employed at the Sydney Steel Corporation (Sysco) for over 30 years as a pipe fitter. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, brother in-law, cousin and friend. He was a devoted family man, especially to his six grandchildren, who affectionately referred to him as Bampy. He regularly attended all of their sporting activities, including Colonels ball games, Minor Hockey games, skating sessions, soccer games, and cheerleading events. In his younger years, David was an excellent athlete, especially in hockey and baseball. He played for many years in the Glace Bay Commercial Hockey League, Sysco Hockey League and Glace Bay Slo-Pitch League, including currently with the Bulldogs Men's Slo-Pitch team. He was a big fan of both the Montreal Canadiens and the New York Yankees. He was an avid baseball and hockey card collector, along with other sports memorabilia. He loved to travel to many parts of Canada and the United States to watch his children and grandchildren participate in sports. David was also a handyman who would tackle all types of odd jobs around the house. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 16th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Reserve Street, Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, July 17th, at 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church on Seaview Street, Glace Bay, with the Rev. Norman MacPhee officiating. Interment will be at Saint Anthony's Parish Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Holy Cross Parish Hall after the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Saint Anthony Parish Cemetery Fund, Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Broken Chain We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone; For part of us went with you The day God called you Home. You left us peaceful memories, Your love is still our guide; And though we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same; But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again. Ron Tranmer Margaret 'Peggy' O'Connell Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Eastern Passage Passed on: July 13th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Peggy O’Connell, 86, of New Waterford, at Oceanview Manor, Eastern Passage, N.S. on July 13, 2015. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late John and Cassie MacLellan. Peggy moved to Norwood, Mass. in 1958, where she raised her family before moving back to New Waterford in 1973. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Peggy is survived by her daughter, Nora (Ray) Searles of Dartmouth; son-in-law, Bruce Smith of Pickering, Ont.; grandchildren, Daniel (Karen) Peori of Halifax, Mark (Brianne) Peori of Dartmouth, Jason Smith and Sommer Smith, both of Pickering, Ont.; great-grandchildren, Isaac, Tobey, Charlie, Veronica, Jaxon and Desmond, several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Daniel; daughter, Kay (Smith) and brothers, Sidney and Eric MacLellan. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 2 p.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Joe Gillis officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Carmel Cemetery, New Waterford. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>.

Inverness Oran Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOM Inverness Oran Obits July 15, 2015 Wednesday There were 2 obituaries published today COBBS, REGINALD T. - MACLELLAN, FLORENCE - 96 YRS COBB Reginald T. Cobb of Brighton, MA passed away July 5th, 2015. Beloved son of Theresa (MacDonald Cobb) Avery. Dear brother of Albert of Ont., John Cobb and Marjorie MacDonald of N.S., Bernard of Tewksbury, Gary of Dorchester, Jesslyn Conway of Newton, Yvonne Conway of Mendon, Patrick of Newton and the late Tyrone of Newton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends were kindly invited to visiting hours on Sunday in the Community Room of the Judique Fire Department. Funeral Mass was offered Monday from St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Allan MacMillan presiding, burial to follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrew's Cemetery Fund. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury, www.greensfuneralhome.ca. MacLELLAN It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our mom, nanny and great-nana, Florence MacLellan, on Friday, November 7th, 2014 in the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home, with family by her side. Mom was born on January 7th, 1919 on Victoria Road, Dunvegan, Inverness County, the daughter of Roderick “Rod Rory Archie” and Katie (MacDougall) MacLennan. After graduating from Provincial Normal College, Mom taught school in several areas of Inverness County. She was a dedicated member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, S.W. Margaree and sang in the church choir for many years. Florence moved to Antigonish in 1993 where she lived an active life until this year when it was deemed that assisted living would best provide for Mom’s needs. She was so fortunate to be placed in the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home where she happily lived and made so many new and dear friends, until her passing. Throughout her life Mom enjoyed walking, travelling, sewing, gardening, crossword puzzles, playing bridge and auction. She was an avid reader, an awesome cook and baker, and picked and cooked every berry you could imagine. She had a keen interest in genealogy and the Gaelic language, commenting often, “a story sounds so much better in Gaelic.” She enjoyed social gatherings of all kinds, especially when family and friends were present. Mom sang with the Inverness County Gaelic singers, enjoying many years of fun and laughter with this close knit group. She was well known for her strong faith, positive outlook on life and great sense of humour. Mom is survived by her children Clarry (Donna), Burlington, Ont.; Rhoda (Bill Lawlor), Bedford; Gus (Debbie), Truro; Danny (Carla), Halifax; Debi (Arnie Farrell), Antigonish. She will be sadly missed but never forgotten by her grandchildren James (Sandra), Kim, Allan (Amy), Michael, Daniel (Amy), Craig (Kate), Ian (Kristen), Steve (Mary Helen), Ryan (Holly), Lindzie (Ryan), Brad (Sara), Dion (Meaghan), Paul, Mark and Heather. Her loving great-grandchildren, who will miss their nanny and all her wisdom so much, William, Nicholas, Ivy, Louis, Simon, Sophie, Emma, Connor, Gillian, Luke, Abigail, Brady, Rylyn, Lukas, Scarlette, Marissa, Jessica, Jaeda, Rhya and Isla Faye. Florence is survived by her brother Angus MacLennan (Glenna), Toronto. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews of whom she was so proud of and enjoyed their phone calls, cards and visits. Florence was predeceased by her husband Malcolm Dan MacLellan and her sisters Margaret, Mary Jessie, Betty, Teresa, Lexina; brothers Fr. Alex and Hughie. A funeral mass to celebrate Florence's life will take place in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, S.W. Margaree, on her beloved island of Cape Breton, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18th, 2015 with her nephew Fr. Danny MacLennan officiating. In lieu of flowers, please take a senior for a drive, out for lunch or simply visit a senior; Mom would like that. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com. Fois do t' anam, a Mhàthair. (Peace be with you, Mom.)

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 14, 2015 Tuesday There were 10 obituaries published today Mary Catherine MacIntyre - 91 yrs Sadie Margaret Snow - 98 yrs Rose Irene Warren - 71 yrs Michael Harrietha - 76 yrs Hubert Wilson Jones - 57 yrs Douglas Roderick Crowe - 87 yrs Louisa Marion (Moulton) Roach - Elsie Marion (Burns) Heading - 78 yrs Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy - 95 yrs Zane Weatherbee - 49 yrs Douglas Roderick Crowe Born In: New Waterford Born: May 17th, 1928 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: July 12th, 2015 On the afternoon of July 12, 2015 at Maple Hill Manor in New Waterford, the heart of an amazing man stopped beating. Douglas Roderick Crowe, surrounded by his loving and devoted family, joined the love of his life Eileen into eternal life. Doug was born in New Waterford on May 17, 1928, the 5th of 10 children of Bridget(Morrison) and Neil Allan Crowe. He attended school at St.Agnes. He was first employed at Eaton's in New Waterford at the age of 17, then later brushed in the coal mine at Number 12 Colliery. On October 28,1947 he married the beautiful Eileen Isabel Gillis. He followed in his father's footsteps when he joined the New Waterford Police Department on Dec. 24,1954. Dad became chief of police of the Town of New Waterford in 1967. He was a great mentor to the young police cadets and was very proud to serve the community of New Waterford until his retirement in 1993. He was extremely proud when his son Wayne and grandsons Tony and Mark chose a career in policing adding to the legacy started by his father. Doug served as president of the Maritime Chiefs of Police Association as well as president of the Canadian Chiefs of Police Association. Throughout his life, Doug was committed to the betterment of his community not only through his work but also through his involvement in many clubs and organizations. Since 1960 he was a devoted and faithful member of the Parish of St. Leonard (formerly Mount Carmel parish). He was also a member of the Lion's Club and Rotary Club. Doug served as a mentor to young people through his involvement with the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets. He was a member of the Sydney Curling Club where he thoroughly enjoyed playing Tarabish with his many friends. He was an avid golfer and a member of the Lingan Golf and Country Club. Doug and Eileen enjoyed a life filled with love, laughter, dancing, entertaining friends and family and serving their community. By far their greatest and proudest accomplishment was their children. They were committed to providing a loving and happy home not only for their four children but they also opened their home to many extended family members in need of a loving family environment. After the devastating death of his wife Eileen in 1988, Doug took on the role of both Dad and Mom to his children and their families. He continued his routine of cooking Sunday dinner (as he always did for Eileen to give her a break from cooking). Upon her death he also learned to bake to fulfill another void left by the loss of Eileen. Although his children rallied around him after the death of their Mom, Doug's main concern was for the health and welfare of everyone but himself. His gift of humour, caring, devotion and wonderful culinary skills led to the continued tradition of Sunday dinners at Papa Doug's filled with laughter, great conversation and a togetherness not always experienced in today's fast paced society. Doug is survived by his son Wayne (Barbara) and their sons Tony (Alysia), Robert (Kristy) and Mark (April), his daughter Debbie (Gerard) MacDonald and their children Kelly (Todd) and Ryan (Johanne), sons Shaun (Bill) and David (Michelle) and their daughters Caitlyn (Dylan) and Kristin. He was the proud great-grandfather to Seth, Nate, Piper and Jordyn. Also surviving are Doug's sisters Kay (Clarence) Sampson,Glace Bay, Nancy Corbett, Acadia House, Maple Hill Manor and brother Charlie (Cavell), New Waterford and his mother-in-law Elizabeth Gillis. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. Doug was a great father, grandfather, great-grandfather, father-in-law, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, mentor and friend to many people who have been fortunate enough to be a part of the life and legacy of this great man. Besides his parents and wife Eileen, Doug was predeceased by his son Billy in infancy in 1948, his son Shaun's former partner Warren P. MacDonald Q.C. in 1997 and his father-in-law and great friend Jim Gillis in 1989. He was also predeceased by his siblings Laughlin (aka Buster), Alexander, Renee (Teddy), Jackie (Larry ), Dee (John) and Mary (Bernie) and his brother-in-law Wallace Corbett. Also predeceasing him were several nieces and nephews. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff of Maple Hill Manor for their care and concern for Dad over the past few months. We would also like to thank Theresa Poirier, Susie Head and Mildred Bernasky who assisted Dad in maintaining his home in the years following the loss of Eileen. A very big thank-you goes out to a special lady, Carmella Lee, who generously gave up her room at Maple Hill Manor in the days prior to Doug's passing. This enabled the family to rally around and care for Dad with the privacy and respect he so deserved. It also gave us an opportunity to privately share in our grief through the story telling that Dad so enjoyed! Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Chief Douglas Crowe (retired) will be held Thursday, July 16, 2015 from 5-9 at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass to celebrate the life of this wonderful man will be held Friday, July 17, 2015 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard's, Mount Carmel Avenue with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery,sharing a plot with our mother, with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard’s Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Alzheimer's Society of Canada or a charity of ones choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. “His charming ways and smiling face are a pleasure to recall. He had a kindly word for each And died beloved by all.” Louisa Marion Roach Born In: Halifax, Canada Passed in: Halifax New Waterford Passed on: July 11th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Louise Marion Roach on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late John and Blanche (Pike) Moulton. Louise was an incredible and inspirational mother. Her life revolved around her whole family; family was everything to her. She was an absolute wonderful grandmother. She will be remembered for the great love she gave and was given in return from her grandchildren. Louise's beautiful smile brought many smiles to others. She enjoyed bingo, darts and reading and being with her family and friends. She is survived by her children, Mary Lou (Wayne), John (Lillian), Charmaine (John), Rosemarie, all of Ontario, Mary (Mark), Halifax, Lisa (Billy), Kathy, Shirley (Billy), all of New Waterford; sisters, Alvina, Michigan, Virgina, Lillian (Ron), all of Halifax; brother Lloyd, Ontario; 18 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, Louise was predeceased by her son Paul Poisson, brothers, Ralph and Gordon, sister Grace Hayter. There will be a private visitation at Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax from 12-1 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 with a funeral mass to follow at 2 p.m. in St. Agnes Church, Mumford Road, Halifax. Interment will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Sackville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford and Atlantic Funeral Home, Bayers Road, Halifax. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Louise fought a heroic battle with an amazing attitude. Special thank you to Kelly Anthony who was like a daughter to mom and a sister to us. Also, to doctors and nurses at the An Cala Palliative Care Unit and homecare for your extraordinary care. Thank you to all who prayed and helped mom through her illness. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations in Louise's memory may be made to the Hospice/Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Elsie Marion (Burns) Heading Born In: Whitney Pier Passed on: July 12th, 2015 We, the family of Elsie Marion (Burns) Heading, 78, regret to announce her passing on Sunday, July 12, 2015. Born in Whitney Pier, she was a daughter of the late Sanford and Mary Burns. Elsie lived a full life. She raised five children while partnering with Gordon in their business ventures. For many years, Elsie worked in the hospitality industry and will be fondly remembered by the many students she trained and helped find their way. In 2009, she and Gordon were recognized by Cape Breton Tourism as ambassadors for their years of work. They were one of the first group of inductees into the Cape Breton Hall of Fame. Elsie opened her heart and home to friends and strangers. She will be remembered and missed, especially by her constant companion, Max, her dog, who was with her in the end. Surviving are her husband, J. Gordon Heading; children, Sharon (Bill MacKinnon), Patricia (Paul Kendall),Wanda (Peter Blom), Jim (Liz) and Graham (Darlene); grandchildren, Stephanie, Jamie, Adam, Geoffrey, Tanya, Tiffany, Jim, Josh and Jacquelyn; great-grandchildren, Jamie, Madelyn, Hunter and Isabelle; and siblings, John, Colin, Hilda, Henry, Diane and Theresa. Elsie was predeceased by her grandmother, Mae Barrington; granddaughter, Nicole; brother, Sanford and sister, Marjorie. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday from 12-2 p.m., followed by a service in the chapel at 2 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date. Special thanks to Dr. Worth for his kindness and also to the palliative care unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their care and compassion during her final days. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Palliative Care Unit. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy, 95, Mira Road, Sydney, with her family by her side at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Sunday, July 12, 2015. Julia was a longtime resident of Mira Road. She was a member of the Mira Road Home and School Association, the Rebekah Lodge and the United Baptist Church, now the United Heritage Church, Sydney and also, the last surviving spouse of a founding member of the Mira Road Volunteer Fire Department. Julia was a daughter of the late Murdock and Alexis (MacDonald) MacLean and the last surviving member of her family. She is survived by her daughter, Geraldine MacLean, Mira Road; sons, Wayne (Patricia), Sydney, Donald (Irene) and Kevin (Mary) Hillside, Mira; grandchildren, Darlene (Doug) LaRusic, Brent (Diane) Boyle, Scott (Valerie) MacLean, Glenn (Nicole) MacLean, Mark MacLean, Andrew (Jamie) Hardy, Erin (Brad) McPherson, Jule Ann Hardy, Adam Hardy, Jennifer (Mike) Burns, Renee Hardy (Marlon), Julia Hardy, Kevin Hardy (Jana) and Jordan Hardy (Ashley) and 14 great-grandchildren, Brittany, Jaimee, Jessica (Brendan), Josh, Devon, Corey, Christopher, Carter, Katilyn, Hannah, Aiden, Allie, Sunshine Amelia, and Sarah Grace, who all loved her dearly and will cherish many fond memories. Julia was predeceased by her husband, Gerald in 1997; daughter, Frances Boyle in 2012; son-in-law, James Boyle in 1994; sisters, Alice, Rachael and Effie; and brothers, Harry, Roderick, Neil and Angus. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the United Heritage Church, 500 Charlotte St., Sydney, on Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Rosemary Godin officiating. Burial to follow in Oakfield Cemetery, Hillside, Mira, with reception held at Mira Road Volunteer Fire Hall.“She could not give us riches or a lifetime free from care, but she gave us what we needed most, her constant love and care.” Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. Zane Weatherbee Passed on: June 25th, 2015 A memorial service was held for the late Zane Weatherbee, 49, who passed away in New Brunswick on June 25, 2015. Zane was born on Aug. 23, 1965 in Sydney. Zane is survived by his loving mother, Diana, New Waterford and predeceased by his brother, Mark. Interment has taken placed under the direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths July 14, 2015 Tuesday There were 10 obituaries published today Mary Catherine MacIntyre - 91 yrs Sadie Margaret Snow - 98 yrs Rose Irene Warren - 71 yrs Michael Harrietha - 76 yrs Hubert Wilson Jones - 57 yrs Douglas Roderick Crowe - 87 yrs Louisa Marion (Moulton) Roach - Elsie Marion (Burns) Heading - 78 yrs Julia Isabel (MacLean) Hardy - 95 yrs Zane Weatherbee - 49 yrs Mary Catherine MacIntyre Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: July 11th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Catherine MacIntyre at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck. She passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2015, at the age of 91. Mary was a resident of Alderwood Rest Home in Baddeck. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Sarah MacIntyre. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. A devoted Catholic, Mary loved and lived her faith all her life. She prayed daily for everyone she knew. Her beautiful spirit and kind heart endeared her to all. Aunt Mary will be especially missed by nieces, Morah (Glynn) Campbell, Sandra (Barry) Melski; nephew, Philip Steele. She was a great aunt to Chrissy, Lindsay, Alexander, Jenna, Kyle, Michelle, Curtis Nathan, Rosemary; great-grand aunt to Charlotte, Dallas, Angus. Predeceased by sisters, Kay, Christina (Alex) Steele, brother John. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. in MacAskill's Funeral Home, Baddeck. then on Friday from 12-1:30 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. in St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the Arthritis Society or charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Sadie Margaret Snow Born In: Carbonear Newfoundland Passed in: Glace Bay Sadie Margaret Snow aged 98, of Birch Grove, passed away peacefully at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Sadie was born on Dec. 6, 1916 in Carbonear, Newfoundland to Mary Louise (Butts) and John Snow. She came to Birch Grove at the age of 5 years with her parents and older sister Mable. Sadie was happiest when she had a house full of company, especially on Sunday’s when her family came to visit. She enjoyed her trips to Dollarama, picking berries in the back field, hanging out laundry and decorating for Christmas. Sadie had an exceptionally keen mind. Sadie is survived by her sisters, Leah Ferguson, Flora Antonello (Pius), brothers, Chesley Snow (Maisie) and Robert and sister-in-law Isabel Snow as well as many nieces and nephews especially Nancy and Norma Carson and Shawn Carson. She was predeceased by sister Mable Kibyuk, Louise Carson, Emily Lynk, brothers, William and Andy and Charles in infancy. A visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 15 at Patten Funeral Home from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 16 at Patten Funeral Home Chapel with interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. Family flowers only, if desired, donations in Sadie’s memory may be made to the Hospice Society. We love you more! Rose Irene Warren Passed in: Sydney Passed on: July 12th, 2015 On Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 71 years of age in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Rose slipped peacefully away to join her husband Austin, in God’s presence. Also awaiting her in eternity are her brother Alex Fougere, half-brother Mickey Fougere, and a half-sister. She has left behind her son Austin Warren (Pearl), grandchildren, Anna, Michelle, Blair, Rebecca and Anthony, great-granddaughter Amy, brother Joe Fougere, sisters-in-law, Marie Clake (George), Ann Brennan (Danny), Susan O’Brian (Darcy), Kim Fougere and Anne Fougere, brother-in-law Angus Warren (Brenda) as well as numerous nieces, nephews and best friend Joanne. Rose was devoted to her family and always enjoyed every minute spent with her grandchildren, whom she adored. She also enjoyed her favourite pastime, playing darts. A visitation will be held at Patten Funeral Home on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.. Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Glace Bay with interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Stories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. If desired donations in Rose’s memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 42 Coxheath Rd., Sydney, N.S., B1R 1R3. The family would like to thank those from the New Waterford Homemakers and the Victoria Order of Nurses for all of your help and for being so supportive to both Rose and the family. Michael Harrietha Born In: Sydney Mines Born: July 12th, 1939 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: July 12th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Harrietha, 76, on Sunday, July 12, 2015, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines on July 12, 1939, he was the son of the late Dan Joe and Mary (Dandy) Harrietha. Michael worked as a coal miner for 34 years. Michaels’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and especially his cat Shadow. Michael is survived by his loving wife Ann (Buffett) of 55 years; daughters, Collen (Gary) Hoeg, Sherry Harrietha (Gordon) and son Michael; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and sister Patricia LeBlanc. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Rose, Cecelia, Annie, Effie Bell, Josephine and Jacquline, brothers, Doug, Vincent, Andrew and Alex. The family wish to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff of 4 West Northside General and Dr. Elizabeth MacCormick for the care they provided to Michael. In keeping with Michaels’s wishes cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving friends at a reception in Michael’s honour at the Royal Canadian Legion, Main Street, Sydney Mines Wednesday, July 15, 2-4 p.m. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. Hubert Wilson Jones Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: July 12th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Hubert Wilson Jones, 57, of Glace Bay on July 12, 2015, at home with his family at his side. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Hubert Wilson and the late Barbara (Penson) Jones. Hubert work for a warehousing services in Ontario, and also worked for Boudreau Roofing. He enjoyed being with his family, going for drives to Baddeck, stopping for ice cream, his favourite foods were homemade baked goods. He was an avid Montreal Canadiens fan and had a special love for his dog Bear. He leaves to mourn, his wife, Gail (McKinnon); daughters, Sherry (Damien) Hatcher, Alberta, Carolyn, Glace Bay; sisters, Barbara (Charles) Stewart, Glace Bay, Donna (Tom) Williams, Kitchener, Ont; brother, Darrell (Glenda), Port Morien, and grandchild, Vincent, who was his pride and joy. Also surviving are nieces and nephews. Visitation for Hubert will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2015, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral services will be held on Friday in the funeral home chapel, at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Arthritis Society. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>.