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 May 16, 2015 Saturday There were 11 obituaries published today Florence Theresa Dauphney - 88 yrs Mary E. “Nessie” White - 94 yrs Elizabeth Anne Murray - 68 yrs Mary Jane MacDonald - 92 yrs Rev Dr Bernard Joseph O’Connor - 64 yrs Grace Luther - 57 yrs Phyllis Matheson O’Brien - 51 yrs Harvey Brian Jeans - 71 yrs Lorne Pero - James Thomas Pettipas - 67 yrs Shirley (Nichol) Preston - Grace Luther Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 13th, 2015 Grace Luther, 57, of Sydney, passed away peacefully on May 13th 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a courageous battle with ALS. Born in Sydney, N.S., Grace was a daughter of the late Rebecca 'Minnie' and Leonard Boudreau. She worked at Smart Shop Place for 24 years before moving onto Walmart Sydney River where she worked until her illness required her to be home. Grace was an avid bingo player. She loved summer barbecues and outdoor games with family. She will be remembered for her famous fatayersand cabbage rolls. Grace will be dearly missed by her loving husband Daniel 'Brother' Luther; her children Kirt, Krystle, and Amanda and her grandchild Gage. She will also be missed by her sisters Betty, Sydney, and Kaye (Bill) Taylor, East Bay; and her brother Fred (Cookie), Hamilton, Ont. The family would like to sincerely thank the tireless work of the nurses of VON, Dr. Ann Francis D'Intino, Dr. Murdock Smith, the staff of Palliative Care and the ALS Society of Nova Scotia. Visitation will be held at Chant's funeral home at 12 p.m. Monday May 18th with the funeral to follow at 2 p.m. in the chapel. Rev Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society Grace, God saw you were getting tired When a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you and whispered “Come with me” You fought a good fight Now you suffer no pain God is with you And with him you will remain We love you Phyllis O'Brien Born In: Glace Bay Born: October 14th, 1963 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 13th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we the family of Phyllis Matheson-O’Brien, age 51 of Glace Bay, announce her sudden passing on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at home. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of Norma and Ernie Roper and predeceased by her Ma and Da, Basil and Phyllis Pyke of Glace Bay. Phyllis was a member of the Salvation Army. She was happiest spending time with her two precious grandchildren, Kale and Ella and her “fur baby” Chloe. Phyllis was a proud Hockey mom spending many hours at the rink cheering on her son James. She loved spending her summers in Ben Eoin with friends and family. She was also an avid knitter and enjoyed knitting clothes for all the babies in the family. She was a friend to all and will be missed by many. Surviving is her loving husband Robert whom she adored; her children, daughters Shondelle (Jonathan) Marion Bridge, Breanne (Jana) Glace Bay and son James at home; sisters Karen (PEI) and Linda (Glace Bay); brothers Kevin (Gwen) Glace Bay and Ernie (Fran) Glace Bay. Phyllis is also survived by her “special sisters” Shirley (Dinky, recently deceased) Glace Bay and Karen (Richard) Mississauga, “special brother” Basil Jr (Allie) Ontario, paternal grandmother Anne Roper along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and her extended family, the O’Brien’s of Glace Bay. Visitation for Phyllis will be held at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union Street, Glace Bay, Monday, May 18 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 19, at the Salvation Army Citadel at 11 a.m., Captain Dennis Maybury officiating with Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Autism Society of Cape Breton. Rest High on that mountain Your work on earth is done Go to heaven a shoutin’ Love for the Father and the Son Harvey Jeans Born: September 1st, 1943 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 14th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harvey Brian Jeans on Thursday, May 14, 2015, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born on September 1, 1943, he was the son of the late Pearley and Irene (Gallop) Jeans. Surviving are his son, William, Sydney; brothers, Bill (Sharon), Halifax, Ralph (Judy), Blackett’s Lake, Allan (Nina), Orangeville, Ont. and Dwight (Calla), Florenceville, N.B.; sister, Deborah, Quebec City, QC; granddaughter, Craigen, one great-grandchild, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Harvey was predeceased by his wife, Mary and son, Troy, as well as his brother, Douglas. In his early years, Harvey was well-known in the grocery business, serving as manager of Sobeys in Sydney and North Sydney, as well as the Co-op in Ashby. He was a devoted father and husband, who cared a great deal for his family life. He and Mary were well-known for their delicious cooking and baking, which they so generously shared with family and friends. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and various care givers who supported Harvey during his lengthy illness. Thank you, also, to Jane Keller, who Harvey joking referred to as his “girlfriend” for her many visits. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held in Harvey’s memory at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Monday, May 18 at 2 p.m. Interment in Alfred Smith Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. 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]>. Lorne Pero Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: May 13th, 2015 We regret to announce the passing of Lorne Pero, who passed away at home on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. His complete obituary, including funeral arrangements, will appear in the Thursday edition (May 21, 2015) of the Cape Breton Post. James Thomas Pettipas Born: May 1st, 1948 Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden death of Tom Pettipas on May 8, 2015. Born on May 1, 1948, he was the loving son of Adelyn (Perry) and the late Arthur Pettipas. Tommy was a graduate of Sydney Academy, Xavier College, St FX and Acadia. He taught at various schools in the area; most recently as a substitute in Eskasoni. He served as a social worker at the Whitney Pier Boys’ & Girls’ Club and implemented the Youth Summer Employment Program while working at Unemployment Canada. He served on the first board of Big Brothers and Sisters. He possessed exceptional athletic abilities. He excelled at basketball, and was Cape Breton, Maritime and Atlantic badminton champion. In later years, he won several racquetball championships. He coached tennis and several basketball and badminton teams at Holy Angels and Sydney Academy. The highlight of his career was when he scored the most points in a game against the Harlem Globetrotters. He is survived and will be missed forever by his loving mother Tookie and sister Joan. He was predeceased by his father Art, grandparents William and Rebecca (Bonin) Pettipas, Poirierville and James and Margaret (McLeod) Perry, Trenton. Tommy was a member of the former St Andrew’s United Church. Cremation to take place. Private family burial. Donations to the SPCA/FERAL CATS would be appreciated. Arrangements under the care of Sydney Memorial Chapel. RAH RAH PETTIPAS Shirley (Nichol) Preston We regret to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Shirley passed away May 14, 2015, in Mirimichi, NB. Shirley is survived by daughters Kim, Alberta; Denise ( Darrell), Sydney; Cheryl (Greg), New Brunswick; and son Robert, Alberta; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren. Shirley is also survived by her sister Marilyn ( Jack) Morris and brothers Roy ( Peggy) Nichol, Wayne Nichol, also many nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by parents George and Minnie (Falconer) Nichol and brother Dennis Nichol. Cremation has taken place in NB. There will be a family service at a later date

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 May 16, 2015 Saturday There were 11 obituaries published today Florence Theresa Dauphney - 88 yrs Mary E. “Nessie” White - 94 yrs Elizabeth Anne Murray - 68 yrs Mary Jane MacDonald - 92 yrs Rev Dr Bernard Joseph O’Connor - 64 yrs Grace Luther - 57 yrs Phyllis Matheson O’Brien - 51 yrs Harvey Brian Jeans - 71 yrs Lorne Pero - James Thomas Pettipas - 67 yrs Shirley (Nichol) Preston - Theresa Dauphney Born In: New Waterford Born: December 23rd, 1926 Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: May 13th, 2015 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Florence Theresa Dauphney (Corbett) on Wednesday May 13th 2015 at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital in Baddeck surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, December 23,1926, she was the daughter of the late Florence (Hall) and late John Corbett. She was the last member of her immediate family. Theresa was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She was a special friend to a lot of people, always making sure anyone who stopped had tea and were fed before they left, along with a story or two. Survived by sons; David (Paula), Frank, Sheldon (Maxine), Ross (Liz), Glenn (Janet), Donnie (Melody), Blaine (Cheryl) and Trevor. Daughters; Linda (Jerry), Diane (David) and Leeanna (Paul). Special nephews Mike and Harold Corbett and special niece Annie MacInnis. Besides her parents Theresa was predeceased by the love of her life David J Dauphney; son Thomas; grandson Andrew; brothers John, Bernard, Angus, Bernie (infancy); sisters; Catherine, Myrtle, Beatrice and Mary. Visitation will be held at St. Ann's Bay United Church, Cabot Trail Sunday May 17th from 3 - 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held at St Ann's Bay United Church on Monday May 18th at 3 p.m. with Hazel Jane Morris officiating. Private family burial and committal to follow at St. Peters Parish Cemetery Ingoinish Beach with Father Lazarus Guria officiating. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill's funeral home in Baddeck. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Victoria County Memorial Hospital or charity of one’s choice Mary 'Nessie' White Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Reserve Mines Passed on: May 14th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary E. 'Nessie' White, age 94, of Sunnyside Drive, Reserve Mines. Mary passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at the Cape Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Jack and Annie (Murphy) MacNeil. Mary worked for many years at the Cara Operation at Sydney Airport and the Miners Village restaurant. Mary will be sadly missed by her daughters, Willena (Eric) Wilson, Reserve Mines, Debbie (Rick) Eagles, Sydney Forks, son, Sonny (Marnie), Reserve Mines. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, William White and her 13 siblings. Funeral service will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Fr. Norman MacPhee will be officiating. Interment will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Reserve Mines. Donations in Mary’s memory may be made to a charity of choice. We would to thank the staff at home care and the V.O.N. for their care and compassion over the past couple of years. Special thanks to Nancy (Kuta) George of the V.O.N. for taking special care of Mary. Online condolences may be sent to the White family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Anne Murray Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 11th, 2015 It is with sadness that we the family announce the passing of Anne Murray at home on Monday, May 11, 2015. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Rita (Chipman) Aucoin. Anne is survived by her daughter Pamela Murray, Kitchener, Ont.; her grandchildren, Olivia, Sophie and Cayden; her sister, Judy (Bruce) Young, Vancouver, BC; brother, Barry Aucoin, Newfoundland, as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Cremation has taken place. There are no services by request. Interment to take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of ... Mary Jane MacDonald Born: May 2nd, 1923 Passed on: May 13th, 2015 Mary Jane MacDonald (nee Campbell), 92 years of age, passed away peacefully on May 13 at the Cove Guest Home. Our Mom was one of 12 children born to the late Samuel Thomas and Mary Kate (MacEachern) Campbell. She was predeceased by her brothers: John Norman, Donald, John Willie, Alec Hughie, Dougald, John Dan, Angus and Joe and her sisters Christina Richard and Jessie MacLean. She is survived by her youngest sister, Annabelle MacKenzie (Steve). Born in Glencoe, Inverness, Mom enjoyed step dancing, chording on the piano with her fiddle playing brothers, and always loved to laugh. She had various jobs throughout her life....cleaner at Lynch's Bakery, cleaner at Holy Angels High School, worked in the bakery at Miles' IGA, and ended her career as a pastry cook at MacGillivray Guest home. Always a hard worker, she never failed to provide for her family. She was a member of St. Joseph's Parish and St. Theresa's Parish. She was an avid dart player and was a member of the Irish Club dart league for many years. She had many card games with her sisters in law and many laughs. Did they really play cards? She spent the last four years at her home away from home (Orchard unit at the Cove) where she was loved by all who met her. She was recently predeceased by her roommate Kay who became a wonderful friend to her and part of our family. We can truly never give enough praise to the staff, thank you for loving our Mother! And please know that she loved you too. Her husband John Dan passed away in 1962, leaving Mom to raise four small children on her own. She is survived by her children: Thom, Jackie, Margie (Howie Clough), and Ann Louise and two grandchildren: Danielle Sawlor (Scott), and Christopher MacDonald and one great grandson Sam Sawlor. Visitation for the late Mrs. MacDonald will be from 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, May 17 at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday at St. Theresa’s Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery, Sydney. Donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. MY MOTHER, MY FRIEND...you made us who we are and you will never be out of our thoughts. Ma you were truly loved and were both Mother and Father to us! We miss your laugh, your kind demeanour, your beautiful smile, and your biscuits. You warmed a room with your smile! Our Mother by chance, our Friend by choice. Rev. Dr. Bernard O'Connor Born: March 13th, 1951 Passed on: May 10th, 2015 Rev. Dr. Bernard O’Connor died Sunday, May 10, 2015 in Mishawaka, Indiana, USA. He was born on March 13, 1951 in North Sydney to Cosmas Bernard and Ella Mae (Young) and ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Antigonish at St. Pius X, Sydney Mines on June 24, 1977 by Most Rev. W.E. Power, Bishop of Antigonish. Rev. O’Connor was educated at St. Francis Xavier University (Bachelor of Arts), Creighton University (Master of Arts), St Paul’s University (M.Div/STB) and the University of Ottawa (MCL/JCL). He served as an assistant pastor at St Theresa Parish, Sydney, for three years and St Ninian Cathedral, Antigonish for one year before being sent for further study to Rome in 1981. Rev. O’Connor completed licentiate and doctorate degrees in sacred theology (systematics) at the Pontifical Gregorian University under the direction of Karl Josef Cardinal Becker, S.J. who would remain Rev. O’Connor’s mentor and lifelong friend. Rev. O’Connor taught at the University of Tennessee for five years where he also received a civil law degree (JD) in 1994 after which he took up a teaching position at Eastern Michigan University where he remained for ten years. In 2004 he was called by Pope John Paul II to Rome where he was appointed as an official in the Congregation for Eastern Churches, completing his appointment in 2010. In 2011, Rev. O’Connor was appointed Chancellor’s Visiting Professor of Law and Humanities at Indiana University (Kokomo). He was at the Graduate Theological Foundation, Mishawaka, Indiana at the time of his death. Numerous awards over the years include an Advanced Negotiation Certificate from Harvard Law School and Doctor of Humane Letters (honoris causa) from the Graduate Theological Foundation. He was twice named Michigan Professor of the Year by the Carnegie Foundation. Just prior to his passing he was named John Henry Cardinal Newman Professor Emeritus. Rev. O’Connor authored two books and countless articles. He returned home to Sydney Mines each summer to visit his mother and many friends. Reverend Bernie O'Connor is survived by his mother Mrs. Ella Mae O'Connor, Sydney Mines. He was predeceased by his father Cosmas Bernard O'Connor in 1979. Visitation will be held at J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines on Sunday, May 17, from 2-4pm. Vigil will be held on Sunday evening at Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines at 7pm with visitation from 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2pm on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, with Bishop Brian Dunn, Bishop of Antigonish presiding and priests of the Diocese of Antigonish concelebrating. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Youth Ministry, Diocese of Antigonish. 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 May 15, 2015 Friday There were 5 obituaries published today Eva Rita Walsh - 91 yrs Joseph “Jay” Kearney - Mary Ellen LeBlanc - Anne Marie (MacKillop) Lunn - 69 yrs Barbara Mae Isadore - Eva Rita Walsh Born In: North Sydney Born: April 18th, 1924 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: May 13th, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Eva Rita Walsh, age 91, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney on April 18, 1924, she was the daughter of the late William and Alexandrine Penny. Eva was a very outgoing person, who loved having people come to her home. She especially loved all of her caregivers, who showed great care and concern for her. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Eva is survived by her daughter Patricia 'Patsy' (George) Ferneyhough, North Sydney and two sons, Ronnie Walsh (Linda), Florence, N.S. and David Walsh, at home. Also surviving are her three grandchildren, Tracy and Ronnie Jr. Walsh and Troy (Heather) Ferneyhough, Sydney Mines; her three great-grandchildren, Adam, Ryan and Matthew Ferneyhough and also a number of nieces and nephews. Eva was predeceased by her husband James Walsh, two sons Eric and James Walsh and her sister Mary Apestiguy. Special thanks to her homecare workers, the Victoria Order of Nurses, Dr. Patrick O’Grady and the nursing staff of 2 West at the Northside General Hospital. Visitation for Eva will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Monday 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 the Victoria Order of Nurses. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Joseph 'Jay' Kearney Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: May 13th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Jay Kearney on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late William and Margaret (Layton) Kearney. Jay’s work ethic was unmatched as he was manager of Harveys in Sydney for 35 years. He was a great provider for his family, as well as being very kind and generous to them and his friends. He is survived by his loving wife Lythia Kearney, sons, Mark, Sydney, Jay (Juanita), Mira; daughter Tara Kearney, New Waterford; sisters, Margaret Ann (Donald), New Waterford, Cornelia (Ibro), Montreal and grandchildren, Avian, Ryan, Koraleigh, Chaz, Drayis and Shardayah. He is also survived by his stepdaughters, Holly Darling, Heidi Darling (Steve) and Caitlin Darling; sisters in-law, Tina Kearney, Domatilia (Joe) Beaton, Willena (Leo) Long, Claudia (Wayne) and Sheila (Joe); brothers in-law, Joe Burke (Sandra), Winston Burke (Angie), Michael (Sharon) and Robbie (Lee). He will be forever missed by his fur baby, Hershey. Besides his parents, Jay was predeceased by his first wife Diane Fraser, brother Layton, sister Marie, father and mother in-law John A. and Ursula Fraser, father and mother-in-law Joseph and Irma Burke, brothers in-law, Henry, Rick and David Fraser, sister-in-law Alana Fraser and niece Alana. Cremation has taken place. A chapel service to celebrate Jay’s life will be held on Monday, May 18, 2015 at 11 a.m. with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating, with a luncheon to be held at the KOC Hall, Plummer, Avenue. All are welcome. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the SPCA, Cape Breton Branch and The FAACS (Feral and Abandoned Cat Society). To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Mary Ellen LeBlanc Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: May 13th, 2015 Mary Ellen LeBlanc passed away peacefully in the hands of our heavenly father on May 13, 2015 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital with her family by her side. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sarah (Burns) LeBlanc. Ma enjoyed playing bingo, cards, bowling and spending time with her family. She was a loving and devoted mother to her children. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Scotchtown Ladies Auxiliary and a lifetime member of the Army, Navy & Airforce, New Waterford, N.S. She is survived by her children, Paul (Karen), Sandy (Debbie), Julie (Kevin), Eleanor (Tony), Florence (David) and Nick; brothers, Ray and Michael 'Pepper' and sisters, Jackie and Caroline. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husbands, Frank and Charlie; sisters, Florence, Teresa and Marion; brothers, John, Mike, Andrew, Frankie and son, Mick. In keeping with Mary Ellen’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. Burial will be held in Mount Carmel 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: www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Anne Marie (MacKillop) Lunn Born In: Port Hood Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 12th, 2015 It is with great sadness the family announces the sudden death of Anne Marie Lunn, 69, on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at her home in Sydney. Born in Port Hood, the town she loved, Anne was the daughter of the late Alex Rory and Florence (MacDonald) MacKillop. Anne ventured off to Boston as a young woman for employment; she later moved back to her beloved Cape Breton. She was a very religious woman. Anne would light a candle for anyone needing a prayer. She was a religious education teacher, Eucharistic minister and C.W.L. member. Anne loved to walk; you could always see her coming down the street with her big smile, stopping along the way to chat with her many great friends and neighbours in Sydney. She had a rule, never try talking to her while she was watching her favourite hockey team, the Boston Bruins. Anne was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was very proud of her grandchildren, you could always hear her talking about them. Anne is survived by her son, Chad, Glace Bay; daughter, Janet (Darren), New Waterford; her former husband, Walter Lunn (Theresa), New Waterford; grandchildren, Scott, Rebecca; brothers, Finley, Donnie (Tootsie), Port Hood, Charlie (Gail), Vancouver and her sister, Eunice Nicolle, Halifax. Also surviving are Anne’s special friends, Beryl Grant, Alice Buchanan, Lance MacPhee (Chris), Laurie, Estelle, Evelyn, Lil and Joanne, to name a few. Anne was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Barry Nicolle. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. The funeral mass, officiated by Fr. Vincent Van Zutphen is Friday, May 15, 2015 at 2 p.m. in St. Peters Parish Hall, Port Hood. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery followed by a reception in the parish hall. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Barbara Mae Isadore 1956-2015 ISADORE, Barbara Mae -58, We’koqma’q First Nation. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt, great great-aunt and friend, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII on Tuesday, May 12, 2015. Born in Baddeck, she was a daughter of the late John Allen Cremo and Isabelle Isadore (of Wagmatcook). Barbara enjoyed her embroidery, her bingos and her pride and joys were her grandchildren. Barbara was immensely proud of her family and grandchildren. Barbara was a devoted Catholic and one of her fondest memories was her annual trips with the Sainte Anne de Beaupre. She was an avid Sainte Anne Pilgrimage for many years. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Kasonnio Patton, Kahnawake, Quebec; sons, Anthony "Tony" Isadore, Robert (Autwen) Isadore, Derek Isadore and Ivan Isadore, all from We’koqma’q and her K9 companion, Prince; sisters, Diana Isadore, Membertou; Theresa Dennis, Sydney; grandchildren, Zoe, Stryder, Connor and Riley (Tony), Brooke, Ann, Jaczi and Julien (Autwen), Michael, Ryan, Matthew and James (Kasonnio Patton); many nieces and nephews; godchildren. She was predeceased by her parents; sister, Mary Ellen "Molly" Sylliboy; brother, Allan John Isadore; her partner of many years, Joel Tullak. On behalf of Barbara’s family, would like to extend their gratitude to all the staff at the We’koqma’q Theresa Cremo Memorial Health Centre, Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Cape Breton Regional Hospital and the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Visitation for immediate family and friends will begin on Sunday, May 17, at 3 p.m. in the family residence, 137 Subdivision Rd, We’koqma’q First Nation. Public visitation will begin at 7 p.m. Funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday from Blessed Kateri Parish, We’koqma’q with Father Paul Abbass officiating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com <http://www.haverstocks.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 KELLY FUNERAL HOME, WALKLEY CHAPEL McLEAN, Russell Laughlin On May 10, 2015, Russ passed away quietly in his sleep, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Glace Bay, N.S. on November 1, 1935. He was the son of the late Red Russell and Mabel McLean of Glace Bay, Cape Breton, N.S. Predeceased by his parents, his brother Jackie (J.B) and two sisters in infancy. Russ will be greatly missed by his wife, Georgie (Smith), sons Tim (Nicole), Bruce, and Terence (Yumiko). He was a devoted grandfather to Zoe, Saskia, Sam, Ky and Hanna. Also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law Gerald & Dolores (Smith) Foley, Ottawa, and Ernie & Deb Smith, Montreal, and several nieces and nephews Russ was a proud member of the RCAF for 22 years, serving at many Bases in Canada and in Fontainebleau, France. After retirement from the CF he worked at the RCMP Forensic Lab in Regina, SK., retiring in 1999. Russ was very involved in sports, community service and volunteering. He & Georgie moved to Ottawa 6 years ago to be closer to family. His great enthusiasm for life, his kindness, wonderful sense of humour, and contagious laugh and smile will be remembered by all who knew him. Respecting Russ’ wishes, cremation and a private family memorial will take place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to KELLY FUNERAL HOME, WALKLEY CHAPEL (613-731-1255). As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Hospice May Court (Hospice Cares Ottawa) Funeral Details Cremation & Inurnment (The family wishes this to be a private event.) Capital Memorial Gardens 3700 Prince of Wales Drive, Ottawa, ON, CANADA, K2C 3H1 submitted by Allan J. Gillis [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 Turner & Porter “Peel” Chapel/Funeral Home Richard Alexander MacDonald June 3, 1923 - May 12, 2015 Passed away peacefully at home in Islington, ON, on May 12 surrounded and cared for by his family: his beloved wife, Mary Elizabeth (nee Regan); nine children, Richard Joseph (Trish), Stephen Joseph (Andrea), Margaret Mary Doherty (Ron), Ann Marie MacDonald (Frank), Lori Lillian Sullivan (Bob), Joseph Francis MacDonald, Mary Catherine McKay (Kevin), Andrew Joseph (Rina), Timothy Joseph (Jingle); 17 grandchildren, Christopher (Alaina), Andrew, Patrick (Anne), Michael, Elizabeth (Jeff), Ryan (Sarah), Jennifer, Matthew, Claire, Richard Alexander (II), Lauren, Sarah, Clara, Richard, Lindsay, Michael, Ethan and one great grandchild, Liam with more great grandchildren to come. Born in Sydney, Nova Scotia to Margaret Ann and Alec MacDonald, the youngest of seven, he attended Sydney Academy, then joined the RCAF in 1943 serving as Sergeant air gunner. At the end of WWII, he met and married the love of his life, Mary, to whom he was devoted for 70 years. His story is a Canadian success story. After moving to Toronto, he joined the John Inglis Company in 1946 and rose to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. In 1968, he acquired Precision Small Parts Inc., a small machine tool company, and built it into a leading international supplier of high tech components to the textile and defense industries with plants in Toronto and Charlottesville, Va. Yet above all this was a life lived for others, a good and useful life, and what more one can ask of a man? His loving Mary summed it up, "His legacy to us was life.” Friends may call at the Turner & Porter “Peel” Chapel, 2180 Hurontario Street, Mississauga (Hwy. 10, N of QEW) from 5-9 on Wednesday. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, 122 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 11 o’clock. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca. Funeral Details Visitation Turner & Porter - Peel Chapel 2180 Hurontario, Mississauga, ON, L5B 1M8 Wednesday, 13 May 2015 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Mass St. Gregory’s Roman Catholic Church 122 Rathburn Rd, Toronto, ON, M9B 2K6 Thursday, 14 May 2015 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Burial Queen of Heaven Cemetery 7300 Highway 27, Woodbridge, ON, L4L 1A5 Thursday, 14 May 2015 12:30 PM - 12:45 PM submitted by Allan J. Gillis [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 May 14, 2015 Thursday There were 12 obituaries published today Bessie Helen MacGibbon - 100 yrs Michael Francis Berger - 58 yrs Donald “Don” Stone - 85 yrs Valerie Gouthro - Robert David “Dave” Armsworthy - 70 yrs Sheila Marie (Ross) Burchell - 74 yrs Ethel Alice Nicoll - 101 yrs Simon Gerald “Sacko” Hache - 89 yrs Darryl MacKeigan - 79 yrs - Memorial Service Wallace “Wally” Pyke - Celebration of Life Henry Alfred Wellington “Wellie” McCoubrey - 89 yrs Russell Laughlin McLean - 79 yrs Ethel Alice Nicoll Born In: Round Island Born: January 25th, 1912 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 5th, 2015 It is with saddened hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Ethel Alice Nicoll, on May 5, 2015 at the An Cala Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. She was a resident of the Cove Guest Home, Sydney, N.S. Ethel was born on Jan. 25, 1912 at Round Island, N.S., the eldest daughter of the late Arthur Dillon and the late Janie (Phillips) Dillon. She lived on the family farm with her parents, five brothers and four sisters. After graduating from Sydney Academy in 1930, Ethel taught in rural schools for five years. In 1938 she graduated from Glace Bay General Hospital School of Nursing. Ethel married Irvine Stewart Nicoll of Mira, N.S. and stayed at home to care for their family. They lived in Glace Bay most of their lives. Ethel and Irvine were active members of the Glace Bay United Baptist Church. Ethel was church organist/choir director and involved in the senior choir, board of managers, Women’s Missionary Society and was pianist/secty-treasurer for the Sunday school. She was also a member of the Glace Bay General Hospital Alumnae and Jubilee Rebekah Lodge. Ethel enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, crochet, knitting, sewing, gardening and especially music- singing, playing piano and organ. Ethel is survived by her children, Lorna Pemberton, Keith (Dolores) and Elaine (Allen) Noseworthy; six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and many extended family. Besides her parents and siblings, she was predeceased by her husband, Irvine. According to Ethel’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St. Glace Bay. A memorial service celebrating her life will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 2 p.m. in the Glace Bay Baptist Church, 229 York St., Glace Bay with Pastor Gary Dillon and Rev. Allan MacLellan officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ethel may be made to the Glace Bay Baptist Church, the Cove Guest Home Foundation or An Cala Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. Simon Gerald 'Sacko' Hache Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 10th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we are announcing the passing of our loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend, Simon Gerald 'Sacko' Hache. Simon peacefully passed away at the Glace Bay Hospital, Sunday, May 10, 2015. Born in Reserve Mines, he was the son of the late Samuel and Judique (Chiasson) Hache. He was a faithful and lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Church, Reserve Mines, and was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Sacko drove a taxi his whole working life; he started at a young age driving for Hache’s Taxi in Reserve Mines, then owned by his brother, and later as owner and operator from 1978, until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of the Reserve Mines Pensioners Club, where he enjoyed his times spent playing darts every Sunday night until he recently became too ill. Sacko enjoyed sports, especially hockey, and he was a long-time fan of the Montreal Canadiens. Simon will be sadly missed by his loving family, son Allen (Karen), Stellarton, N.S.; daughters, Pauline (Jimmy) Kostey, Glace Bay, Gina (George), Reserve Mines; granddaughters, Michelle, Lisa, Raven, Katie; grandson, Shawn and great-grandson, Luke; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; especially Edgar MacNeil who would take Dad for his afternoon coffee, and Joseph 'Rubber' McIntyre, who would take him for his evening coffee, where he always enjoyed his conversations, with all of his friends at the local Tim Horton’s. Sacko will also be missed by numerous individuals in the Reserve Mines area, because he was like a father and grandfather to many. Besides his parents, Sacko was also predeceased by his son, Gerald 'Poogie'; brothers William, Alex, Benedict and Skit; sisters, Katie, Margaret, Mary and Elizabeth. There will be no visitation; cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Fr. Dan Boudreau will be celebrated Friday, May 15, 2015, at 2 p.m., in St. Joseph’s Church, Reserve Mines. Following the funeral mass, interment will take place in St. Joseph’s Parish Cemetery. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in Sacko’s memory may be made to the Palliative Care Society, the Cape Breton Cancer Center, or a charity of choice. At this time we would like to sincerely thank the nursing staff of 3 South, Glace Bay Hospital, Dr. Moamer, the V.O.N. and the doctors and nurses with palliative care for their loving and compassionate care given to our Dad. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Darryl MacKeigan Passed on: January 22nd, 2015 A memorial service for the late Darryl MacKeigan, who passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015, will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 16 at 3 p.m., with Rev. Gary Burrill officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. Wallace Pyke A "get-together" to celebrate Wally's life will be held at Knox Hall, 1580 Coxheath Rd. (at the corner of Blackett's Lake Road) on Sunday, May 24th from 2-4 p.m. We invite family, friends and neighbours to come and share stories and reminisce. Henry Alfred Wellington McCoubrey Sydney ‘ Wellie’, 89, passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. He was predeceased by his parents, H.A.W. Sr. and Blanche (Taylor) McCoubrey, sisters, Mary Lee Megaw (George) and Louise MacLeod (D. Stuart) and sister-inlaw, Alma Lines. A veteran of the Second World War, Wellie served overseas and participated in the liberation of Holland. He was a well-known member of the Sydney business community and served in various community organizations. Wellie is survived by his wife of 64 years, Georgena (Lines), his nephew, Stuart MacLeod (Nonie), as well as five grandnieces and one grandnephew. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday, May 15, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with a masonic service held at 6:30 p.m. A private family interment will be held at a later date. When tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart. For every time you think of me I’ll be right there in your heart. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> patico.ca <http://patico.ca/>. Russell Laughlin McLean Born In: Glace Bay Born: November 1st, 1935 Passed on: May 10th, 2015 On May 10, 2015, Russ passed away quietly in his sleep, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Glace Bay, N.S. on Nov. 1, 1935. He was the son of the late Red Russell and Mabel McLean of Glace Bay, Cape Breton, N.S. Predeceased by his parents, his brother Jackie (J.B) and two sisters in infancy. Russ will be greatly missed by his wife, Georgie (Smith); sons, Tim (Nicole), Bruce and Terence (Yumiko). He was a devoted grandfather to Zoe, Saskia, Sam, Ky and Hanna. Also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, Gerald and Dolores (Smith) Foley, Ottawa, and Ernie and Deb Smith, Montreal and several nieces and nephews. Russ was a proud member of the RCAF for 22 years, serving at many bases in Canada and in Fontainebleau, France. After retirement from the CF he worked at the RCMP Forensic Lab in Regina, Sask., retiring in 1999. Russ was very involved in sports, community service and volunteering. He and Georgie moved to Ottawa six years ago to be closer to family. His great enthusiasm for life, his kindness, wonderful sense of humour, and contagious laugh and smile will be remembered by all who knew him. Respecting Russ’ wishes, cremation and a private family memorial will take place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kelly Funeral Home, Walkley Chapel (613-731-1255). As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Hospice May Court (Hospice Cares Ottawa). Condolences and sharing memories at www.kellyfh.ca <http://www.kellyfh.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 May 14, 2015 Thursday There were 12 obituaries published today Bessie Helen MacGibbon - 100 yrs Michael Francis Berger - 58 yrs Donald “Don” Stone - 85 yrs Valerie Gouthro - Robert David “Dave” Armsworthy - 70 yrs Sheila Marie (Ross) Burchell - 74 yrs Ethel Alice Nicoll - 101 yrs Simon Gerald “Sacko” Hache - 89 yrs Darryl MacKeigan - 79 yrs - Memorial Service Wallace “Wally” Pyke - Celebration of Life Henry Alfred Wellington “Wellie” McCoubrey - 89 yrs Russell Laughlin McLean - 79 yrs Bessie Helen MacGibbon Born In: Sydney Born: September 30th, 1914 Passed in: New Waterford Albert Bridge Passed on: May 7th, 2015 Bessie Helen MacGibbon, 100, passed peacefully into the hands of our heavenly Father, with dignity and grace, just as she lived her life, on May 7, 2015, surrounded by her loving family. Bessie was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister-in-law and friend. Born Sept. 30, 1914, in Sydney, she was the daughter of Joshua J. and Lilia (King) Baker (England), and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Bessie was a dedicated member of Calvin United Church, a proud life member of the United Church Women, PM of former MacLeod Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and life member of Queen Elizabeth Chapter, Sydney. She loved life, attending church, OES meetings, gardening indoors and out, (and could get anything to grow), oil painting, ceramics, knitting, baking, decorating, entertaining family and friends, and picking berries with Dad until dark. She was kind and gentle of spirit, and always concerned about the well-being of others. Above all Bessie loved her family, both near and far, and we loved her with all our hearts and will miss her forever. Survived by her beloved family, daughter, Arlene, son-in-law, Brian McKeigan, with whom she resided, daughter-in-law, Lorraine (Ray Cameron), granddaughters Gayle (Randolph), Marilyn (Paul), great-grandchildren, Hannah, Rachel, Josiah, Brooke, Connor, Cooper, brother-in-law, Dave (Ann) MacGibbon, sister-in-law, Rita MacGibbon and many adoring nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, Hector, only son, Malcolm, sisters, Lilia (Clinton) MacDonald, Bertha (Bill) Somers, brothers, Joseph (Margaret) Baker, Victor (Bessie) Baker, Arthur (Mary) Baker. Also predeceased by brothers and sisters-in-law, Gus (Edie) MacGibbon, Bill MacGibbon, George (Rita) MacGibbon. Visitation will take place Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 17, at 2 p.m. in Calvin United Church, Hudson Street, with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating, reception to follow. Private interment at Union Grove Cemetery will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, New Waterford, N.S., 902-862-7500. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Calvin United Church or a charity of choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. Michael Francis Berger Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 13th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Francis Berger, 58, on May 13, 2015, at home surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Waterford, Michael was the youngest son of the late Walter Charles and Mary Hill (Stewart) Berger. Michael worked at Canada Post in 1977 as a letter carrier for 35 years and retired in 2012. Michael’s passion was for woodworking and carpentry where he took great pride in everything he built. Michael enjoyed golfing and also he loved the time with his family at Johnston’s Harbour. Michael faced his illness the same way he faced any obstacle in life, with courage and determination. He was an exceptional family man with a kind and generous heart. Michael is survived by his loving wife Linda (Johnston) Berger and his two daughters, Melissa (Cory Walsh), Airdrie, Alta., and Michaela, at home, mother-in-law Colleen Johnston. Also left to mourn are his brothers, John (Barbara), Brockville, Ont., Bob (Lynn), Dartmouth, N.S., Billy (Jean), Glace Bay, N.S.; sisters-in-law Carm Berger, St. John’s, N.L., Joan (Johnston) Barnes, Burlington, Ont., brothers in-law, Danny Johnston, Toronto, Colin Johnston, Red Deer, Alta., Kenny (Pam) Johnston, Halifax, Terry (Deneyse) Johnston and sister in-law Debbie Johnston. Along with many close and dear nieces, nephews, family and friends. Besides his parents Michael was predeceased by his brother Walter Thomas Berger and father -in-law Daniel Joseph Johnston. Special thanks to all the doctors, nurses and staff who took such great care of Michael over the past several months. He will be extremely missed but never forgotten. As a celebration of Michael’s life, a funeral mass will take place on, Friday, May 15, 2015, at 2 p.m., at Holy Redeemer Parish, Whitney Pier, with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. A luncheon will follow in the parish basement. As an expression of sympathy for Michael, memorial donations in his memory may be made to Palliative Care or the Cape Breton Cancer Centre Patient Care Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home. Don Stone Born In: Whitney Pier Born: July 30th, 1929 Passed in: St. Peter's Passed on: May 12th, 2015 Don Stone, 85 years of St. Peter's, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2015, surrounded by his family in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney after a brief illness. Born to the late Annie (Gosse) and Thomas Stone in Whitney Pier on July 30, 1929, Don graduated from Sydney Academy in 1946 and continued his education at Dalhousie University, graduating with his Pharmacy Degree in 1954. After university, he moved to St. Peter’s and opened St. Peter’s Drug Store, from which he serviced the communities for 50 years. Don was considered a pillar of the community and was often referred to as the mayor of St. Peter’s. Don was very dedicated to the community and people always came first. He was a lifelong Tory and was always on the phone chatting with friends on election night. His kindness and generosity were very evident to everyone to whom he met and worked with. He always looked forward to his trips to Florida and visits from his grandchildren. Don’s family meant everything to him and he was always so proud of all of them. For most of his working life he was very active in the St. Peter’s Village Commission, St. Peter’s Fire Department, St. Peter’s Lions Club, St. Peter’s Medical Centre, and numerous other boards. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Philae Shiners. He is survived by his wife, Marion (MacLeod); his sons and daughters, Donna (Dale) Machin, Blair (Cheryl) Stone, Parker (Fonda) Stone, Kirk Stone, Sherry (Ivo Winter) MacLeod, Sheldon (Lea-Ann) Stone, and Rhonda (Mitch) Craig. He is also survived by his 14 grandchildren, Ashley, Whitney, Raymond, Shannon, Molly, Taylor, Stacey, Stephanie, Steven, Beth, Kayla, Haley, Jillian and MacKenzie; eight great-grandchildren; his brother, Lloyd (Jessie) Stone, Baddeck; and his dog and best friend, Maggie. He was predeceased by his first wife, Connie (Smith) Stone. Don’s family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of St. Martha’s Hospital in Antigonish and the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Unit 4C for the wonderful and loving care he received for the past ten days. Visitation will be held in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, 26 Centennial St., St. Peter’s from 5-9 p.m., today (Thursday, May 14), and 2-9 p.m. Friday, May 15, with funeral service to be held at St. Peter’s United Church on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Carolyn and Victor MacLeod officiating. Committal is following the service at Lakeview Cemetery and reception to follow at St. Peter’s Lion’s Hall. As per Don’s request, memorial donations may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Cancer Centre or the St. Peter’s United Church. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com <http://www.haverstocks.com/>. Valerie Gouthro Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 12th, 2015 The family of Valerie Gouthro sadly announces her passing on May 12, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford to Rita (Flutur) and the late Eldridge Gouthro, Valerie enjoyed a long and successful career with the Federal Civil Service in Toronto, retiring to Cape Breton in 2010. Along with her mother, she is survived by her sister Darla (Mel) Brown, Boularderie and brother Eldy (Pamela) of Ottawa. The family is very grateful to the doctors, nurses and support staff for the compassion and excellent care extended to Valerie during her lengthy stay at the Regional Hospital. In keeping with Valerie's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral service. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Expressions of sympathy and fond memories can be forwarded to the funeral home at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/> Robert David 'Dave' Armsworthy Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 12th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce that Robert David Armsworthy, age 70 of Wildwood Drive, Howie Centre, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney and raised in New Glasgow, he was the son of the late Charlie and Etta (Martell) Armsworthy. Dave was a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers for over 40 years and was a self employed Health and Safety Consultant and contractor for the NSCSA for the past 15 years. Dave was also a member of the Masonic Lodge and Shriners. He was also one of the founding members and original president (7yrs) of the Harley Owners Group in Sydney. His love of Harleys was great. Dave is survived by his wife, Anne (Quinn) Armsworthy; sons, Ronnie, Edmonton; Keith, Sydney; grandchildren, Cassandra, Danielle, Morgan and Kirsten; brothers, Chuck, William and Buckley; sister, Ida Mae and by numerous wonderful nieces, nephews. There will be a gathering with family 2 hours prior to the service at 2 p.m. at The Church of Christ The King on Monday, May 18, 2015, officiated by Rev. Laura McCue. Donations in Dave’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, N.S. Lung Association or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Sheila Marie (Ross) Burchell Passed on: March 11th, 2015 The funeral for the late Sheila Burchell, who passed away March 11, 2015, will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2015, at the Grace Fellowship Church, Sydney Mines, with Pastor Richard Barnes officiating. The burial will be in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Arrangements have been entrusted to J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines.

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 WELCOM Inverness Oran Obits May 13, 2015 Wednesday There were 2 obituaries published today LEBLANC, BARBARA M. - 73 YRS MACKAY (STEWART), MONICA ROSEANN - 89 YRS LeBLANC Barbara M. LeBlanc, age 73, of Belle Côte, Inverness Co., passed away May 4th, 2015, in Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Born in Waltham, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Phillip and Florence (Chiasson) Johnson. Barbara leaves a significant legacy of community development with a particular advocacy for health care services. Surviving are husband Yvon J. LeBlanc; daughters Barbara LeBlanc, Hawaii; Diane LeBlanc, Ontario; Kristen LeBlanc, Massachusetts; brothers Phillip Johnson, Hawaii; Robert Johnson, North Carolina; Richard Johnson, Maryland. Predeceased by husband Edmund Paul LeBlanc; and son Edmund Paul LeBlanc. The body was cremated. Funeral mass was held on Monday, May 11th, 2015 in St. Michael’s Church, Margaree with Father Barrett Clare-Johnson officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. MacKAY Monica Roseann MacKay (nee Stewart), 89, passed away peacefully on May 1st, 2015, with her daughter Leeanna by her side, at The Meadows Long Term Care Residence, Ancaster, Ontario. Daughter of James and Annie (Monaghan) Stewart. She trained as a nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton, Ontario where she worked for a time before moving to Port Hood, Nova Scotia. There she worked at the Inverary Manor and then the Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital. She is predeceased by her husband, Colin Alexander MacKay of the Shore Road, Port Hood, NS. She is survived by her brother James Stewart and predeceased by her sister Eva (Shannon) and brothers Herbert, Gordon, Edward, and William. Cremation has taken place, her ashes will return to Port Hood where a funeral mass will take place. Following she will be laid to rest in St. Peter’s Parish Cemetary. The date is to be announced.

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 May 13, 2015 Wednesday There were 12 obituaries published today Emery Joseph Mahe' - 93 yrs Victoria Elizabeth ”Vicki" (Joseph) Tomie - 96 yrs Fr. Bernard O’Connor - 64 yrs David Charles “Eggo” Morgan - 81 yrs Darryl Seymour MacKeigan - 79 yrs Annie Janet Herney - 56 yrs Murdock Morrison - Graveside Service Mary Emma “Mayzie” Snelgove - 96 yrs - Memorial Service Debra Ann Morgan - 49 yrs Russell Laughlin McLean - 79 yrs Edward Ginter - 86 yrs Maureen McNeil - Emery Joseph MAHÉ Passed in: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Emery Sr. in his 93rd year with family by his side at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton, Ont. Loving husband and best friend of Anita for 65 years. Cherished father of Emery Jr., Rosemary, Francis, Anne and Eileen. Will be missed by his eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Emery was a proud veteran of the Second World War and a member of the Cape Brenton Highlanders. Friends and family are welcome to the CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME – FENNELL CHAPEL, 322 Fennell Ave. East, Hamilton, Ont. for visitation on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes, 416 Mohawk Rd. East, Hamilton, Ont. on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 10 a.m. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery in Ancaster, Ont. Many thanks to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital and special thank-you to Darius. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Neighbour to Neighbour or charity of your choice Victoria Elizabeth (Joseph) Tomie Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 11th, 2015 Victoria Elizabeth (Joseph) Tomie, 96 of Sydney, N.S., passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2015 at MacGillivray Guest Home, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Jacobs) Joseph. She was a member of Holy Redeemer parish, Whitney Pier and staunch supporter of Holy Redeemer Senior Choir. She was an avid bingo player and was involved with the Daughters of Mary of the Syrian & Lebanese Society. Vicki was a passionate cook and worked for a number of years in the pastry department at K-Mart. She is survived by her daughters, Heather Tomie, Lillian Gale, Cathy (Byron) Penman, Brenda Tomie, all of Sydney; sons, Fred (Madelyn), Montreal, Victor (Carol), Howie Center; sister, Sadie (Ronald) Zed, Saint John, N.B.; grandchildren, Jason, Freddie, Randal, Peter, Craig, Tony, Rose, Jared, Victor, Jillian and Nathan; great-grandchildren, Rebecca, Bradley, Alexander, Tyler, Ainslie, Dahlia, Rochelle, Kaitalyn and Leah, and by numerous nieces and nephews. Vicki was predeceased by her former husband, Fred Tomie Sr.; brothers, Joe, George, David and Jacob; sisters, Lillian and Victoria and grandchild, Breanna. Visitation for the late Vicki Tomie will be held from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, May 14 at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday at Holy Redeemer Church with Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory may be made to Holy Redeemer Building Fund, C.B. Regional Hospital Palliative Care, MacGillivray Guest Home or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Fr. Bernard O'Connor Born In: Sydney Mines Passed in: Mishawaka Indiana Passed on: May 10th, 2015 We regret to announce the passing of Father Bernard O’Connor, 64, of Sydney Mines. He passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2015, in Mishawaka, Indiana. His complete obituary will be published in the Cape Breton Post later this week. Arrangements are under the care and direction of J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. David Charles 'Eggo' Morgan Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 12th, 2015 David Charles ‘Eggo’ Morgan, 81 passed away, May 12 2015 in the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by family. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late William and Florence (Sheppard) Morgan. Eggo started his early career moving houses and hauling waste for Bill Cook of New Aberdeen. He worked for N.S. Building Supplies, Cameron’s Building Supplies and later as a building superintendent while living for a short period in Caledonia, Ont. before returning home in 2006. Eggo was an avid card player, who always enjoyed the company of friends. He was an animal lover who made no excuses for the attention they required. He was a proud father and grandfather "Poppy", who appreciated the small joys life had to offer. He will be remembered to many as a man ‘set in his ways’ with a heart of gold. Eggo is survived by his son, Jimmy Morgan; daughters, Sharon (Clyde) MacLean, Karen (Michael) Haley, Linda Morgan, all of Glace Bay; son, Billy (Kaarlo) O’Neill Toronto; daughter, Terri (Sheldon) McNeil, Caledonia, Ont.; siblings, Jeanette Castaldi, Toronto, Claudette (Len) Murrin Lethbridge Alta., Janice (Tom) Kennedy, Glace Bay. He will also be forever remembered by grandchildren, Barry, Cynthia, Michael, Steven, Patricia, Kevin, Matthew and Ashley and four great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, Eggo was predeceased by his late wife, Josephine (Josie) O’Neill and daughter, Nancy (Bucky) Morgan; siblings, Pearle (Jim) Sharpe, Eleanor (Pete) Coady, Allister (Eleanor) Morgan, Olive (Burt) Ringe. There’s a card game in Heaven with a seat waiting for you. At Eggo’s request there will be no service and cremation will take place at Patten Funeral Home with a private family interment at a later date. Darryl MacKeigan Passed on: January 22nd, 2015 A memorial service for the late Darryl MacKeigan, who passed away Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015, will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 16 at 3 p.m., with Rev. Gary Burrill officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Annie Janet Herney Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 11th, 2015 Annie Janet Herney, 56, of Eskasoni, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Noel P. and Julia (Paul) Herney. She was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. Janet was a lifelong member of the community and was always around to help her friends, family and neighbours with anything she could, especially where house cleaning was needed. She is survived by daughters, Irene, Eskasoni, Julienne 'Lena' (Jessica), Buffalo, N.Y., Annie Jean, Membertou; sons, Theodore (Amber), Roderick (Trish), Pierro, Simon (Catherine), Kevin, all of Eskasoni, Julian (Kelly), Membertou; sisters, Louise Johnson, Linda Jeddore; brother, Michael, all of Eskasoni; 28 grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by her former husband, Michael Pierro Johnson, Esksoni. Janet was predeceased by six brothers, Noel J., Roderick, John, Angus, Tom, Randall, and Peter in infancy; sister, Mary Catherine; and one grandson in infancy. Visitation for the late Janet Herney will be after 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, at 5025 Shore Rd., Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Joe Gillis officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Murdock Morrison To family and friends of the late Murdock Morrison. A graveside service will take place Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. at the Highland Cemetery, Plaster Mines. The service will be followed by a celebration of Murdock's life at the Bras D'or Yacht Club from 2-5 p.m. We hope you can join us for an afternoon of stories and remembrance Mary 'Mayzie' Emma Snelgrove Passed on: March 27th, 2015 A memorial service for the late Mayzie Snelgrove, who passed away Friday, March 27, 2015, will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, May 16 at 11 a.m., with Reverends Valerie and Karman Hunt officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Debra Morgan Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: May 19th, 1965 Passed in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts, we the family of the late Debra Ann Morgan announce her passing. Debra passed away peacefully at home on May 8, 2015 with her partner and best friend, Arthur Vaters, by her side. She was the beloved daughter of Frances (Colson) and the late Francis Morgan. Debra was predeceased by grandparents, Murdock and Edna Morgan. Michael and Arvella Colson; step-grandmother, Bridie Colson and an infant brother. Debra is survived by her mother, Frances and her loving companion of nine years, Arthur Vaters; brothers, Blair (Donna), Glen (Brian); nieces, Sherry, Erin, Kathyanne and Casey; nephew, Patrick; special uncle, David and aunt, Lisa. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home. There will be visitation on Friday, May 15th, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Bethel Family Church on 83 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A memorial service will be held at the church at 2 p.m. Reception to follow in the church hall. Family flowers only. Donations can be made in Debra's memory to Bethel Family Church. Russell Laughlin McLean Born In: Glace Bay Born: November 1st, 1935 Passed on: May 10th, 2015 On May 10, 2015, Russ passed away quietly in his sleep, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born in Glace Bay, N.S. on Nov. 1, 1935. He was the son of the late Red Russell and Mabel McLean of Glace Bay, Cape Breton, N.S. Predeceased by his parents, his brother Jackie (J.B) and two sisters in infancy. Russ will be greatly missed by his wife, Georgie (Smith); sons, Tim (Nicole), Bruce and Terence (Yumiko). He was a devoted grandfather to Zoe, Saskia, Sam, Ky and Hanna. Also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, Gerald and Dolores (Smith) Foley, Ottawa, and Ernie and Deb Smith, Montreal and several nieces and nephews. Russ was a proud member of the RCAF for 22 years, serving at many bases in Canada and in Fontainebleau, France. After retirement from the CF he worked at the RCMP Forensic Lab in Regina, Sask., retiring in 1999. Russ was very involved in sports, community service and volunteering. He and Georgie moved to Ottawa six years ago to be closer to family. His great enthusiasm for life, his kindness, wonderful sense of humour, and contagious laugh and smile will be remembered by all who knew him. Respecting Russ’ wishes, cremation and a private family memorial will take place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kelly Funeral Home, Walkley Chapel (613-731-1255). As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to a charity of your choice or Hospice May Court (Hospice Cares Ottawa). Condolences and sharing memories at www.kellyfh.ca Edward Ginter Oromocto, NB/Sydney Mines, NS It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected death of Edward Ginter on May 10, 2015, at his residence in Oromocto. Born January 29, 1929 in Sydney Mines, CB, he was the son of the late John and Elizabeth (Donovan) Ginter, and husband of the late Jean (Newell) Ginter. Edward proudly served in the Canadian Air Force for 27 years at various locations throughout Canada and Europe, adn then went on to serve as an auditor for 11 yrs at CGB Gagetown. Cape Breton held a special place in Edwards’s heart. He always looked forward to a trip back home. He was a Toronto Maple Leafs fan and enjoyed telling stories with the boys over a cup of tea at the Oromocto Mall Tims. Edward is survived by his sons, Lawrence Ginter of Calgary, David Ginter (Gloria) of Dieppe, NB and John Ginter (Jennifer) of Lincoln, NB, one grandaughter Jaymie Wile of Edmonton, Alberta, one brother, Joseph Ginter (Alma) of Dutch Brook, CB as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. In addition to his wife and parents, Edward was predeceased by his daughter, Colleen Ginter. In keeping with the family’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 15, 2015 at 2 pm in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Burton with Rev LoriBeth Sheffield-Bowles as officiant. Donations in Edward’s memory can be made to teh Oromocto SPCA, or to the charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be made at www.oromoctofh.com Maureen McNeil, Glace Bay It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our sister, aunt and friend, Maureen McNeil on Friday, May 8th, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Beatrice (Sullivan) McNeil. She is survived by her sister, Mary, and aunt, Dorothy MacNeil, many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Lonnie and Francis Joseph. There will be no visitation at her request. The family will have a private service at Curry’s Glace Bay Funeral Home, 7775 Main Street. The interment will be at St. John’s Cemetery at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.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 May 12, 2015 Tuesday There were 6 obituaries published today John Sidney “Sid” Boutilier - 77 yrs Bernard James Blinkhorn - 54 yrs John James “Johnnie” Mason - Michael James MacDonald - 60 yrs John Edward “Ol’ Man” Buckland - 74 yrs John Michael “Mick” GIllis - John Sidney 'Sid' Boutilier Born In: Little Pond Born: January 1st, 1938 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: May 10th, 2015 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather and brother, John Sidney 'Sid' Boutilier, 77, of Sydney Mines on Sunday, May 10, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. Born in Little Pond on Jan. 1, 1938, he was the son of the late Dean and Elizabeth (Hunley) Boutilier. He was married to the late Cyrilla (MacMullin) Boutilier. Sid was a member of St. Joseph parish, Bras d’Or. In his early years, Dad worked as a SIU sailor out of Thorold, Ont. He later became a heavy equipment operator for Coastal Construction for many years. Sid also bartended at the KOC in Sydney Mines and then went on to bartend at the Royal Canadian Legion, Florence. Sid enjoyed spending time with his family, grandchildren, and friends. His favourite pastimes were fishing, working and volunteering at the Florence legion, and going for drives with his two buddies, Frankie Sampson and Ernie Anderson, AKA Ernie and Bert. “Big Bird will miss you.” Sid is survived by his children, Lloyd ( Wanda), Oakville, Ont., Susan (Danny), Sydney Mines, Stephen ( Melinda), Janna (Timmy Jessome), both of Bras d’Or, Kirk (Trina), Kingston, Ont. He was the devoted grandfather of Josh, Jacqueline, Brooke, Baylee, Tanner, Ceilidh, Sara, Jered, T.J., Beth and Connor. Also left to mourn are his sisters, Marie O’Handley, Sydney Mines, Sharon (Bob), Arlene (Brian), Rosella (Bill), all of Brampton Ont.; brothers, Arthur (Anne), Vancouver, B.C., Edward (Linda), St. Catharines, Ont., Theodore (Lana), Napanee, Ont., Brian (Donna), Little Pond; brothers-in-law, Joe O’Quinn, Ontario, Joseph (Maureen), Sydney Mines; sisters-in-law, Marlie Boutilier, Little Pond, Ave Stoddard, Berwick, Vera MacMullin, Florence, and Phyllis MacMullin, Kentville; aunts, Mildred Hunley, Bras d’Or, Rosella (Conrad) MacDonald, Sydney Mines; and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Burnsie, sisters, Judy and Carole, brothers-in-law, William MacMullin, John David MacMullin, Lloyd MacMullin and Harry O’Handley. Visitation for the late Sidney Boutilier will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. A reception will follow in the Royal Canadian Legion, Florence. In lieu of flowers donations in Sidney’s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital palliative-care unit. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com Bernard James Blinkhorn Born: September 17th, 1960 Passed on: May 8th, 2015 We regret to announce the passing of Bernard Blinkhorn, 54, of Sydney Mines, on Friday, May 8, 2015, after a long illness. He was the son of Kevin and Marie (Bailey) Blinkhorn. He worked for many years with Sobeys Stores Ltd., starting as a stock boy at age 14, and working his way to being store manager in Halifax and North Sydney. He was well respected and loved in the community, and took great pride in his work and family, especially his girls, Jillian and Courtney, whom he loved dearly. In his younger years, Bernard participated in hockey, horseshoes, baseball and bowling. He had excellent hand-eye coordination, and everyone wanted to be his horseshoe partner. Known by the handle, the ‘Golden Horseshoe’ in his teens, Bernard was a champion horseshoe player who won many trophies over the years. He won three Maritime Doubles Horseshoe Championships with his brother Robbie; One Singles Maritime Championship; One Nova Scotia Championship, and numerous local tournaments. He is survived by his parents, Kevin and Marie Blinkhorn, and his daughters, Jillian Marie and Courtney Geraldine (Aaron MacMullin). Also left to mourn are his brothers, Kevin David (Elizabeth) and Robbie (Debbie), and sisters, Ann Marie (Kate), and Wendy (Brian). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation for the late Bernard Blinkhorn will be held in J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Tuesday May 12, from 7-9 pm. A funeral mass to celebrate his life will be held Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Everett MacDow officiating. A reception will follow in the parish hall. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com John James 'Johnnie' Mason Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our wonderful husband, father, and grampie, John James Mason, on May 8, 2015, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Madden) Mason. Johnnie, as he was affectionately known, was more than a pretty face, he was a handy little fellow to have around. He was a pipefitter with the Local 682 for many years. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion in New Waterford, Branch 015. He served for the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery in Europe. He married the love of his life, his heart and soul, Marjorie in 1955, and together they raised a daughter Diane, whom he was incredibly proud of. Anyone who knew Johnnie knew his joy was his family. He lived by the motto that "I look after my own." and anyone who knew him or was lucky enough to be loved by him, knew that he was their Johnnie 911. His only granddaughter, Natalie (John Chris) O'Connor, added four great-grandchildren to his world in recent years, (all Maple Leaf fans) and he enjoyed every second of being Grampie. "Who's Grampie's Angel?" he'd tease lovingly, to Natalie or Taylor, or "Who's Grampie's Boy?" to Johnny Boy. The twins came later, but he loved watching them learning to walk and got a great pleasure just being able to see his grandchildren enjoying themselves. The kids went out on weekend sleepovers frequently, and he'd get up each morning and make them eggs in the microwave or pancakes just like he did every weekend for their Mom. He called us his heart and soul, but he was just as much ours, and he will be missed more than words could ever say. He spent many happy years in the summer on the Mira, relaxing at the bungalow around the fire or playing a game of cards, having 'one more before the rowe'. He was his happiest when everyone was together, because then he didn't have to look out the window wondering where they were or start calling around, "Because Nannie was worried." Simply, he was the greatest man we knew, and was/is very much loved by us all. Johnnie is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Marjorie; loving daughter, Diane, Mira; granddaughter, Natalie (John Chris) O'Connor, Millville; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Johnny, Hayden and Payton O'Connor; his sister Helen, Ontario. He is also survived by special nieces and nephews, Geraldine (Stu) Corbett, Derek Corbett, (Mitchell and Ryan Ellsworth), Darlene (Wayne) Darroch, Karlene Darroch, Brian (Cynthia) Michalsky; sister-in-law, Kay Mason, all of New Waterford; nephew, Bradley and nieces, Shauna, Denise and special “adopted” daughter, Dianee MacAulay. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Bernie and Billy, his sister, Rhea and Johanne in-infancy, and his two best friends, sister-in-law, Vange and her husband, Peter Michalsky. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 from 2-4 to 7-9 p.m., A funeral mass to celebrate Johnnie’s life will take place Thursday, May 14 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating, followed by a luncheon at the KOC hall, Plummer Avenue 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 the Autism Society of Cape Breton. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. You taught us how to love You taught us what family means, You were the family man That every family needs. You taught us to be strong but let us know that day or night, Our Johnnie 911 would be there, Our families saving knight. Well today God seemed to need you He dialed 911 this time, And like always, you took the call Without a chance to say goodbye. With broken hearts, Grampie we'll miss you Every second, of every day, Don't keep watch, worrying in God's window I promise somehow we'll be okay. Michael James MacDonald Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 10th, 2015 Michael James MacDonald, age 60 of Glen Morrison Road, East Bay, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Norman and Margaret (Campbell) MacDonald. He was a member of St. Mary’s parish, East Bay. Mike was a former coach with the Sydney & District Little League Baseball and the C.B. County Minor Hockey Association. He was a member of the East Bay Volunteer Fire Department and was also involved in Operation Lifesaver through Sydney Coal Railway. Mike worked for 24 years with Devco and previous to that was with the CNR. He finished his career as a locomotive engineer with SCR. Mike is survived by his wife, the former Kathy Long; daughter, Teresa, Ft. McMurray; sons, Norman, at home; Michael, Ft. McMurray; sisters, Susan Campbell and Sadie, both of East Bay; Kathy (Wayne) MacAdam, Portage; brothers, Bob (Martyne), Sydney; Norman (Sandra), East Bay and by numerous wonderful nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Peter Campbell. Visitation for Mr. MacDonald will take place Wednesday, May 13 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday at St. Mary’s Church, East Bay with Fr. Frank Abbass officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, East Bay. Donations may be made to the C.B. Hospice/Palliative Care Society at the C.B. Regional Hospital or the Cancer Patient Care Fund. A special thank you to all those at the C.B. Cancer Centre for the compassionate treatment shown for Michael. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. John Edward 'Ol' Man' Buckland Born In: Sydney Born: September 9th, 1940 Passed in: Ontario Passed on: May 6th, 2015 Passed away peacefully on May 6, 2015. Born in Sydney on Sept. 9, 1940, to the late Hartley and Margaret (Boudreau) Buckland. He recently moved to Ontario to spend the last chapter of his life with his children and grandchildren. He will forever be remembered for his love of his children, nature and fishing. He is survived by his children, John, Richard, Lisa and Michelle; five grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and former wife, Viola. Predeceased by his twin sister, Susie (Wally) Clements and leaves to mourn his brothers, Frances (Elaine) Cook, Hartley (Linda) Buckland; sisters, Josephine (Nick) Perepiczka, Lorraine (Tim) Donovan, Louise (Claude) Rhymes, Joan (Ernie) Gibson, Betty (Billy) Nash, Sharon (Jacque) Buckland, Anna (Dannie) Hemmings, Shirley (Gary) Maxner. Cremation will take place with a private family service at a later date. John Michael 'Mick' Gillis Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 7th, 2015 John Michael 'Mick' Gillis of Glace Bay passed away peacefully at Maple Manor Lodge May 7, 2015. Predeceased by parents, Alexander and Catherine. Survived by sisters, Margaret Haskett and Mary and Dr. Michael MacKinnon; brothers, Raymond and Gerard (Marnie). Cremation has taken place and a memorial mass will be held June 16th at 10 a.m. at St. Ann's Church, Glace Bay.

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 May 11, 2015 Monday There were 10 obituaries published today Gregory Myron “Greg” Ardelli - 70 yrs Terrance “Ted” Baker - 94 yrs Lloyd Thomas “Lee” Bennett - 77 yrs David Thompson - Memorial Service Doris “Marie” Boone - 61 yrs Pierre Blais - 62 yrs Linda Marie MacNeil-Somerton - 64 yrs Shirley Anne Harvey - 67 yrs Christy Mary MacKenzie - 86 yrs John “Jack” Pero - 75 yrs Pierre Blais Born: September 3rd, 1952 Passed in: Ingonish Passed on: May 9th, 2015 It is with great sadness and love that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband and father Pierre Blais, at his home in Ingonish, on Saturday, May 9, 2015. Born Sept. 3, 1952, he was a gentle loving, quiet soul who loved nature and gardening. One of his passions was to sit and watch the ocean, sending his troubles out to sea. Pierre is survived by his loving wife Yvonne, and two beautiful daughters, Monique (Derrick) of Frenchvale, and Chantelle (Tyler) of Ingonish. He was predeceased by granddaughter Scarlett Kendall. A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at 11 a.m. in St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Ingonish, with Fr. Lazarus Guira officiating. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. "Forever Loved” Linda Marie MacNeil-Somerton Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 7th, 2015 It is with great sadness, that we the family announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Linda Marie MacNeil-Somerton at age 64. Linda passed away peacefully at her home, Thursday, May 7, 2015. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Olive (Grant) Somerton and was a former member of St. John's Church in Glace Bay. Linda was a free-spirited woman who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She loved camping, music, poetry, travelling and was a very proud grandmother. She was an incredibly caring, loving and giving person who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Linda will be sadly missed and forever loved by her children, Derek, Julie, Jack, Stephen and by her grandchildren, Shane, Brandon, Kirsten, and Brooklyn. She is also survived sisters, Sheila Gillis, Darlene MacLean; brothers, Herbie, Gary, Jimmy and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by sisters, Joan MacIntyre, Sally Christie, brothers, Robert, Henry, Raymond and John. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 2-4 p.m., in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral service officiated by Fr. Leo Boone will immediately follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In honoring Mom's wishes, following the funeral service cremation will take place. Interment will be in St. John’s Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations in Mom’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Shirley Anne Harvey Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Albert Bridge Passed on: May 8th, 2015 Shirley Anne Harvey, 67, of Sangaree Road, Albert Bridge, passed away Friday, May 8, 2015, in the An Cala Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Edith (Budden) Smith. Shirley started her career at the Royal Bank in Glace Bay and from there she went on to take a position in the Finance department at Seaview Manor where she worked for 35 years until retirement. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, Glace Bay. Shirley was the type of person who made friends wherever she went; her heart of gold and contagious laugh are only some of her many amazing qualities. She had a zest for life and was game for anything — just ask her lifelong friends, The Caledonia Cuties. There was always an adventure to be had. Shirley was a devoted member of the Cape Breastoners Dragon Boat Team. She loved being in the boat with her paddle in the water, "Paddle's Up!". When you couldn't find her in the Dragon Boat you could be sure to find her enjoying lazy, hazy days on the Mira River aboard the TICATBOO with Captain George by her side. Shirley enjoyed knitting and gifted many of her famous dishcloths to all who came to visit. She had a passion for shoes, so much so that George even built her her own shoe closet. Shirley was a beautiful person inside and out. She was truly the best wife, most amazing mother and grandmother, loving sister, and the best friend anyone could have. Shirley is survived by her husband George of 44 years; daughter Deanna (Mark) Green Sydney; sons, Bradley (Jennifer), Seagrave, Ont., and Brian (Shawna), Halifax; sisters, Donna Smith Billard, Baddeck, Sharon Smith, Halifax; brother David (Carol), Ontario; grandchildren, Colin, Brenna, Aiden. Also her lifelong friends, the Caledonia Cuties. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. Visitation will take place Tuesday May 12, 2015 in Sydney Memorial Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Glace Bay, with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorials in Shirley’s memory may be made to the Palliative Care foundation at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the Alzheimer's Society of N.S., or the VON Cape Breton Community Support Programs. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>. Christy Mary MacKenzie Born In: Mount Auburn Passed in: Grand River Passed on: May 8th, 2015 Christy Mary MacKenzie, 86, of Grand River, N.S. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great -great-grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt and friend on May 8, 2015, at Strait Richmond Hospital, following a major stroke. Born in Mount Auburn, Christy was the daughter of the late Alec MacDonald and Sarah Monroe. She is survived by her sister, Norena MacLeod (Billy), Grand River; her children, Frankie (Betty Lou), Ituna, Saskatchewan, Donald (Geraldine MacPhee), Oban, Gordon, at home; Roger (Marianne), Stuart, Florida, Cindy (Kenny Martell), Rockdale, Mary Margaret Clements (Richard), Moncton. Christy is also survived by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter, as well as many nieces and nephews and many many friends across Canada, the USA, and Europe. She was predeceased by her husband A.C., daughter Mary Elaine in infancy, son Arthur, and daughter Sally. She was also predeceased by brothers, Donald and wife Mary, Melvin and wife Annabelle, sisters, Dinah and husband Duncan Matheson, Rae and husband Jimmy Baldwin, Rhodena and husband Ian Macleod. Christy was very active in her community, contributing many volunteer hours to many different organizations: the Grand River Seniors’ Club, L'Ardoise Jolly Club, P.C. Women's Association of Nova Scotia (life member), Royal Canadian Legion branches 110 and 47 (life member), Strait Richmond Hospital - Senior Advisory Board, Richmond County Seniors' Council, Grand River Dart League and Holy Guardian Angels Parish. Per Christy's wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside committal service will be held on Wednesday, May 13, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Cemetery with a reception to follow. Donations in Christy's memory may be made to St. Peter's Cemetery Fund, the Strait Richmond Hospital - palliative care unit, Richmond Villa - activity department or charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Green’s Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Messages to the family may be conveyed at www.greensfuneralhome.ca <http://www.greensfuneralhome.ca/>. John 'Jack' Pero Passed in: St. Catharines, Canada Passed on: April 19th, 2015 Died peacefully at the St. Catharine’s General Hospital, St. Catharine’s Ont., on Sunday, April 19, 2015, at the age of 75 years. Dear father of Jo-Ann and her husband Kelly Souchereau of Middle Sackville. Grandfather of Harrison and Katherine. Jack is survived by siblings, James (Frances), Lorne, Bazil (Pat), Rebecca (Hector) DiPersio, Elva King, Eileen Moore, and former wife Gwen (nee Holmes). He was predeceased by his sisters, Mae Ivey and Millie Coady, and brothers, Raymond, Alex and William. Thank you to the doctors and nurses and a special thank you to Rhonda Warkentin for her care and support. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 10 a.m. Inurnment will take place at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Sydney Mines. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family

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 May 11, 2015 Monday There were 10 obituaries published today Gregory Myron “Greg” Ardelli - 70 yrs Terrance “Ted” Baker - 94 yrs Lloyd Thomas “Lee” Bennett - 77 yrs David Thompson - Memorial Service Doris “Marie” Boone - 61 yrs Pierre Blais - 62 yrs Linda Marie MacNeil-Somerton - 64 yrs Shirley Anne Harvey - 67 yrs Christy Mary MacKenzie - 86 yrs John “Jack” Pero - 75 yrs Gregory 'Greg' Myron Ardelli Born In: Whitney Pier Born: August 13th, 1944 Passed in: Whitney Pier Passed on: May 8th, 2015 Greg Ardelli, Aug. 13, 1944-May 8, 2015, passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a valient struggle with cancer. Born and raised in Whitney Pier, Greg was the son of the late Marian and Julia (Gniewek) Ardelli. He was also predeceased by his son, Michael Gregory in 1997. After attending Sydney Academy, Greg worked for a short time at Sydney Steel Plant and then in 1962 joined the RCAF and was stationed in Quebec. He later moved to Toronto, studied as a machinist at George Brown College and was employed by several companies as a precision machinist. Greg was married and had one child, Michael in 1972. In the late 1970s he returned to Sydney and worked at Sydney Engine and finished his working career as an employee of Bernie’s Bakery. Greg is survived by his brother, Stan, Burnaby, B.C., his sister, Leona and her husband, Bob, Calgary, Alta., and their children, Julianne, Bob Jr., Carolyn, Charles and their families. He is also survived by several Gniewek and Ardelli cousins and by a very special cousin, Lorraine Guyaux who has helped Greg so much through the years. Memorial service to celebrate the life of Gregory ‘Greg’ Myron Ardelli will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 10 a.m. with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Light refreshments will be served in the reception area following the service. Private family interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks, at a later date. Donations in memory of Greg may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County or a charity of your choosing. The family wishes to thank Greg’s friends and neighbours for their kindness to him. Also, heartfelt appreciation goes out to the medical personnel of unit 4C and Hospice Palliative Care, Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Your attention and compassion is noteworthy. 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/>. “Peace be with you Greg as you walk with the Angels" Terrance 'Ted' Baker Born In: Low Point Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 7th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we the family of Terrance ‘Ted’ Baker announce his peaceful passing at Harbourstone Enhanced Care facility on May 7, 2015. Born at Low Point in March 1921, he was the son of the late Fred and Nora (MacNeil) Baker. Ted was predeceased by brothers, Fred, George and Irvine (in infancy) a sister Lucy and a daughter Anne Louise. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years Louise (Kiec) and children, Terry ‘Todge’ (Carol), Gerald, Jo-Anne (Francis) Wall, Jean Annette (Richard) White and Gary (Patricia). Also surviving are grandchildren, Mark, Kevin, Keith, Leah, Terrance and eight great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Laura, Owen, Griffin, Leland, Kellan, Patrick and Kohana. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ted was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 128 after volunteering to serve in the Royal Canadian Navy during the Second World War on the HMCS Restigouche and HMCS Iroquois, most notably serving during the Battle of the Atlantic protecting convoys to England, Africa and to Murmansk, Russia. After the war Ted worked briefly at Sydney Steel before joining the Sydney Fire Department for 39 years achieving the rank of Deputy Fire Chief before his retirement. He enjoyed the outdoors being an avid hunter and fisherman. Ted was a devote Catholic and a long-time member of St. Mary's Polish parish. He was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed by his family and many friends. Visitation will take place Wednesday, May 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, May 14 at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will be at New Calvary Cemetery, Whitney Pier. Memorial donations can be made to St. Mary’s Polish Parish Building Fund or charity of choice. Online condolences can be made by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Lloyd 'Lee' Thomas Bennett Born In: Sydney Passed in: Whitney Pier Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Lloyd ‘Lee’ Thomas Bennett, 77, on Friday, May 8, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, Lee was the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Hannam) Bennett. Lee enjoyed the simple things in life. He worked most of his life for the Canadian Forces Station Sydney, maintenance dept., and retired in 1992. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, as well as going for car drives in beautiful Cape Breton. Lee will be remembered by his family and friends for his determination and being set in his ways. Lee is survived by his wife, Marilyn (Young) Bennett; sons, Lloyd ‘Buddy’, Sydney, David (Linda), Ottawa, and Kelly, Toronto, and daughters, Raylene, Sydney, and Cheryl (Oakie), Lower Sackville. Lee also leaves behind his nine grandchildren, Michael, Jennifer, Jillian, Joshua, Christopher, Kyle, Janel, Destinee and Shauntelle; five great-grandchildren, Kobe, Sydney, Jeffery, Owen and Tanner; brothers, Bill (Rachael), Allan (Ann), and Tommy (Mary); as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Lee was predeceased by his daughter, Darlene; sisters, Kay, Mildred, Mary, Lillian and a brother, Gordon. Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Lloyd ‘Lee’ Thomas Bennett will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Tuesday, May 12, 2015. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 12-1 p.m. with service to follow at 1 p.m. in the 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 Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lee may be made to a charity of your choice. The Bennett family is thankful for the kindness shown by Dr. Greg Myatt and his staff, Janice Black and Laura Walkers. We would also like to thank the nursing staff on 4B at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the care given to Lee 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/>. David Thompson Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for David Thompson will be held 2:30 p.m. today (Monday, May 11, 2015) at Sacred Heart Parish, Johnstown, with Fr. Anthony O'Connor officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, Sydney. Doris 'Marie' Boone Born In: Louisbourg Passed in: Bateston Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family of Marie Boone, 61, announce the passing of our dear daughter, mother, grandmother, sister and friend at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on May 8, 2015. Surrounded by her loving family, Marie passed away peacefully. Raised in Louisbourg, she was the daughter of Margaret (Holland) and the late Daniel Mac Mullin. Besides her mother Margaret, Marie is survived by her four sons, Blair (Sasha), Steven (Crystal). both of Calgary, and Robert 'Rob' (Jenny), Brendan (Jenny), both of Bateston; and her six precious grandchildren, Mila, Ava, Ella, Jack, Nolan and Myra. She is also survived by her sisters, Gwen, Maureen, Caroline, Wendy, Roseanne and brother Daniel as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her father, Marie was predeceased by her husband Jimmy Boone. For more than 30 years, Marie was a devoted and passionate employee of the Children’s Aid Society. She was a cherished mentor to many fellow employees, and made an immeasurable impact on her field of social work. Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 12, 2015 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with a celebration of life to follow at 2 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Parish, Main-a-Dieu with Fr. Raj. officiating. Interment to take place in the parish cemetery. Reception to follow at the Bateson Athletic Club. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Centre or Palliative Care Unit at CBRH. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of S.W. Chant & Son 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 May 9, 2015 Saturday There were 7 obituaries published today Dorothy Alberta Hatcher - 90 yrs Mary Ellen “Mali" (Gould) Hopkins - 86 yrs Annie Mae (LeBlanc) Steffens - 79 yrs Bessie H. MacGibbon - Shirley Joyce “De-De” Williston - 87 yrs John “Jack” Pero - 75 yrs David Edward Thompson - Dorothy Alberta Hatcher Born In: Burgeo, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Born: May 10th, 1924 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: May 7th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Dorothy Alberta Hatcher, age 90, on Thursday May 7, 2015 at the Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney. Dorothy was born in Burgeo, Nfld. on May 10, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Blanche (Bowdridge) Billard. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney. Dorothy was a very special wife, mother sister, aunt and housekeeper and she was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Dorothy is survived by her loving children, her daughters, Thelma (Bill) MacLennan, Dalem Lake, Hilda Hatcher, North Sydney, Sharon (Robert) Anderson, Sydney Mines and his son, Melvin Hatcher, Sydney Mines; her grandchildren, Diane, Lisa, Gail, Tammy, Kim and Christopher and great-grandchildren, Logan, Megan, Ryan, Katie, Brianna, Xavier, Carter, Abigail and Zoe and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Hatcher; her sisters, Ivey Bennett, Hazel Oates, Ina Earle, Gwenyth MacDonald and infant brother, Harvey. The family offers a special thank you to Dr. Peter Poulos and the nursing staff of MacEachern Place at the Northside Community Guest Home for the excellent and special care given to our mother and for making her every day special. There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service for Dorothy will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Rev. Julio Martin officiating. A burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Arrangements are under the care and direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Northside Community Guest Home or St. John the Baptist Anglican Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Mary Ellen (Gould) Hopkins Born In: Eskasoni Passed in: Taunton Mass. Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, great-aunt and friend, Mary Ellen Hopkins ‘Mali’ (nee Gould) of the Golden Living Center Wedgemore, Taunton, Mass. USA. Mary Ellen Hopkins, age 86, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at the residence in Taunton, Mass. Born in Eskasoni, she was the daughter of the late Noel and Jessie (Denny) Gould. ‘Mali’ is survived by her younger sister, Mary Jane (Roderick) Gould, Eskasoni; brother, Ronnie (Carolyn) Gould, Elsipogtog, N.B.; two grandchildren, Matthew and Lesley Hopkins, Taunton, Mass.; godchild, Annie Marie (Rannie) Denny, Eskasoni and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by son, Noel C. Hopkins; brother, Charles N. and sister, Clara Denny. She loved the game of bingo and had a deep devotion to St. Anne. Visitation will take place next week at the Gabriel Center, Eskasoni with the date and time to be announced in a subsequent C.B. Post edition. Special thanks to the doctors and nursing staff at the Golden Living Center, Taunton, Mass. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Annie Mae (LeBlanc) Steffens Born In: Sydney Mines Born: January 30th, 1936 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 8th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our Mom, Annie Mae Steffens on May 8, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines on Jan. 30, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Leander and Violet (Tremblett) LeBlanc. She was a member of Holy Family parish. She is survived by her four daughters, Judy (Russell) MacLean, Susan MacNeil (Nugent), Darlene (Johnny Julian), and Kathy (Keith Thomas); three sons, Kenny (Geraldine), Stevie and Vince (Tracy); sisters, Philomena and Hilda and brothers, William and Ronald. Annie Mae was also the proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Herb Steffens; brother, Isia; granddaughter, Melissa and great-grandson, Landon Seymour. Her family would like to thank the homemakers for all the special care she received from them. They were so good to her. Thank you also to the doctors and hospital staff who did what they could to make her comfortable. Visitation for Annie Mae Steffens will be held in J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Sunday, May 10, 2015, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A celebration of her life will take place Monday, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Everett MacDow officiating. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Bessie H. MacGibbon Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 7th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Bessie H. MacGibbon on May 7, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Shirley Joyce 'De-De' Williston Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 5th, 2015 Shirley Joyce 'De-De' Williston, 87, passed away peacefully, with family at her side, on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, in the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the eldest daughter of the late Bob and Elma (Israel) MacGregor. After graduating from Sydney Academy, Joyce attended Acadia University and graduated in 1947. For a time, she worked for the provincial government in Halifax, before returning to Sydney to join the Joseph Azar group of companies. She was an avid curler and represented Nova Scotia nationally at the executive level. Joyce is survived by her brothers, Robert (Louise) MacGregor and Ross (Yvonne) MacGregor; as well as nieces, Dianne (Mike) McCormack, Judith (Steve) Crane, Cheryl (Craig) Ferguson and Lori MacGregor and nephews, Robert (Noreen) MacGregor, Barry (Sheila) MacGregor, Ross (Elena) MacGregor, Kenneth (Leona) MacGregor and Scott Myers. She was predeceased by her husband, Archie in 2008; sister, Wilma Myers in 1997 and brother-in-law, R. V. (Sam) Myers in 2015. The family would like to extend special thanks to the exceptional staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital floors 4B and 4C and the Palliative Care Unit for the exemplary care they provided to Joyce in her final days. There will be no visitation. The funeral service will be held in the Church of Christ the King, Trinity Avenue, Sydney, at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 16. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cove Guest Home Foundation or to a charity of your choice. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] John 'Jack' Pero Passed in: St. Catharines, Canada Passed on: April 19th, 2015 Died peacefully at the St. Catharines General Hospital, St. Catharines, Ont., on Sunday, April 19, 2015, at the age of 75 years. Dear father of Jo-Ann and her husband Kelly Souchereau of Middle Sackville. Grandfather of Harrison and Katherine. Jack is survived by siblings, James (Frances), Lorne, Bazil (Pat), Rebecca (Hector) DiPersio, Elva King and former wife, Gwen (nee Holmes). He was predeceased by his sisters, Mae Ivey, Eileen Moore and Millie Coady, and brothers, Raymond, Alex and William. Thank you to the doctors and nurses and a special thank you to Rhonda Warkentin for her care and support. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, on Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 10 a.m. Inurnment will take place at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Sydney Mines. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. David Edward Thompson Irish Cove It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather and brother, David Thompson at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Thursday, May 7, 2015, with his family by his side. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Clarence and Mary (Marrie) Thompson. He was a businessman and partner with the company Relay Graphics until his retirement. David enjoyed fishing, painting and watching hockey. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing hockey. He was a member of Sacred Heart parish, Johnstown. David is survived by his loving wife, Maureen (MacKinnon) Thompson; son, David Jr. (Leslie) Thompson, Toronto, Ont.; his precious granddaughters, Tyeler and Layla. He is also survived by his sisters, Marlee, Halifax, Betty, Toronto; brothers, Norman (Diane), Sydney River, Bob (Sue), London, Ont. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Joan; brothers, Jim and Joe. Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of…

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 May 8, 2015 Friday There were 7 obituaries published today Hazel Goodall - 91 yrs Florence “Sylvia” Jessome - Jennie (Mayich) Samford - 87 yrs Robert “Bob” Ramey - 85 yrs Mary Margaret Gillis - 87 yrs James Michael “Jimmy” McPhee - 68 yrs Melvin Stuart MacDonald - 80 yrs Hazel Goodall George’s River With heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved sister and aunt, Hazel Goodall, age 91, on Thursday, May 7, 2015, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Halifax, Hazel was the daughter of the late Angus Guy and Jessie (Grant) Davidson. Hazel was a kindhearted person with a good sense of humour and considered an angel by those who knew her. She is survived by her sister Alexis ‘Betty’ Fenton and her nephew Philip Fenton, with whom she resided in Georges River, and her grandniece Shelley (Troy) Walker, Sault St. Marie, and great-grandniece Hannah. Hazel was predeceased by her husband James Douglas Goodall. There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service for Hazel will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney, with Rev. Ritchie Robinson officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Florence 'Sylvia' Jessome Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 6th, 2015 It is with broken hearts that we the family of Sylvia Jessome announce her peaceful passing on May 6, 2015, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Jessie (Hiscock) Acker and grew up in busy household with her many siblings. She would often tell stories of her past that involved her sisters, her friends, caring for a special boy named Billy, drive-in movies, Holy Cross dances and the Silver Rail. After a brief time living in Ontario, working at Rowntree Chocolate Factory, she returned to her beloved Cape Breton with her family; living in the same home for 44 years. She was a proud homemaker and had the ability to make the little company house a beautiful home full of warmth and love. She loved to garden and took great care to successfully nourish her trees and plants to withstand the cold, salty winds blowing off the water. Sylvia always had an open door and a cup of tea ready for the numerous friends and neighbours who frequented her home. Children who were raised in her community would tell stories about the treats she would buy on grocery day or her endless supply of hats and mittens ready for them when the weather got cold. She loved her community and was not hesitant to address any concerns with any neighbourhood children — always putting their safety above her comfortability. For almost 20 years she made and distributed hundreds of candy apples for the children who would trick or treat. There were many that she 'parented' that often the family home would have more than one extra chair at the table. She never hesitated to get involved or share her opinion as she cared for others. Sylvia had no idea of the impact she had on the lives of others. Thankfully the notice of her illness gave opportunity for many to share their memories and appreciation with her. The wall of her hospital room was filled with cards and her window ledge had an ever changing assortment of freshly cut flower arrangements. Sylvia had a keen ability to notice another's pain and quickly go about finding a way to put them at ease. Her door was always open for whoever wanted to come through and no matter who you were you were always welcomed with the same level of compassion and humor. Sylvia was a member of the CWA, Kinettes, and Y'menettes. She loved craft making and cooking and used her loves to help many organizations with their activities. For years she would co-ordinate a dinner out of her kitchen for the Coal Town Cygnets. Sylvia married her teenage love, Leo Jessome. His quiet nature and her quick sarcastic wit made a very interesting pair. She relied on his calm disposition to be a balancing factor in her life. In the past, when Sylvia was well, they would love to dance and those who knew them would love to watch. Sylvia adored her three children and they were her greatest source of pride. Her focus and energy were her family. Her world changed when she became a Nana and she cherished the time she had with her grandchildren. Sylvia was blessed to have a large extended family and many beautiful friendships and she adored her dogs Tia and Toby. In addition to her parents she was also predeceased by her oldest brother, Ron Hiscock. She is survived by her husband Leo, her children, Trish (George)O’Brien, Middle Sackville, N.S., Danny (Joan Marie) Fort McMurray, Alta., Leo (Pam), Upper Nine Mile River, as well as her grandchildren, Christopher, Tyler, Jordan, Faythe. Alyssa, Aaron, Isabelle and Souvoy. She will also be greatly mourned by sisters Betty, Fances, Judy, Viola and Jenny as well as her brothers Gene and Herman. Sylvia has also left numerous nieces and nephews and godchildren who will forever miss Aunt Syl. Sylvia will also be mourned by her little sister Wendy Aboud from Big Brothers/Big Sisters who has been an important part of her life for over 20 years. Sylvia received excellent care from her doctor, Gordon Spencer who she thought so highly of. The nursing team from Glace Bay hospital 3rd floor were excellent in how they demonstrated their care and compassion and for becoming part of our extended family over the past several months. They would brighten her day with hugs and lively conversation — regardless of whether they were assigned to work with her that day or not. In last weeks of her life Sylvia was able to spend time with so many people with a steady flow of traffic throughout the third floor of the Glace Bay Hospital. She managed her recent diagnosis with dignity and grace and modelled such courage for all of us who loved her. As she was preparing for final days she asked that her obituary include: "I was blessed to have three beautiful diamonds as my children. I loved and adored each of you and you made my life so worthwhile. You were always such good kids who have been so wonderful to me. I got to spend my life with an amazing husband who I loved since we were young. We were blessed again with a fourth diamond when our boy came into our lives and filled our older years with joy. I have been blessed with the love of my beautiful grandchildren. I have had a full life because of the love you all gave me. I will continue to watch over you and love you forever." Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015 from 12-30 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay followed by the funeral service at 3 p.m. in St. Mary’s Anglican Church with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Reception to follow in the church foyer. Burial will be held at a later date in St. John’s Cemetery. Donations made be made to palliative care unit in the Glace Bay Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Jennie (Mayich) Samford Born In: Veljaci Bosnia I Herzegovina Passed in: Calimesa Passed on: May 2nd, 2015 With deep sadness we announce the passing of Jennie Samford, 87 of Calimesa, Calif., on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at Kaiser Hospital, Ontario, Califa. Jennie was born in Veljaci, Bosnia I Herzegovina, the youngest daughter of the late Kristopher and Julia (Grbavac) Mayich, Sydney. She is the last surviving member of her immediate family. Jennie lived her adult life in California, with her four children, sons, John (Susan), Frank (Leslie), Mark; daughter, Debra ‘DeeDee’ and stepdaughter, Annette (Dana) Kaufmann. She is also survived by her beautiful grandchildren, Justin, James and Travis Granich; step-grandchilden, Kristen Miller and Robert Caughey; six great-grandchildren; and many loved nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Pat Samford; brothers, Stanley (Rose), John (Josie), and sister, Anne (Joe) Starzomski. Her graveside service will take place on Monday, May 18, at 10:30 a.m. at Riverside Cemetery, Calif. Donation requests may be made by visiting the St. Mary’s Polish Church, Sydney, N.S. website. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.kernhesperia.com Robert 'Bob' Ramey Passed on: May 5th, 2015 Robert 'Bob' Ramey of Sydney, who passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2015 is also survived by a sister-in-law, Josephine MacPherson, Sydney. Mary Margaret Gillis Born In: Boston Mass. Passed in: Sydney It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my sister, Mary Margaret Gillis, who passed away at home. Born in Boston, Mass., she was the daughter of the late James A. and Margaret (MacLellan) Gillis. Mary was very community minded and volunteered on various community boards. She graduate from St. Francis Xavier University and went on to Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, where she received a Master’s Degree in Community and Economic Development. Her life’s work was in Research & Development with federal, provincial and municipal governments. She was also a member of St. Theresa’s parish. She is survived by brother, Joseph Gillis, St. Andrew’s, Antigonish Co. As per Mary’s request, there will be no visitation or service. Donations in Mary’s memory may be made to the N.S. Arthritis Society. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. James 'Jimmy' Michael McPhee Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Port Morien Passed on: May 6th, 2015 Jimmy McPhee, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at home, after a brief illness. He was born in Reserve Mines and grew up in Port Morien. Jimmy was the son of Theresa (Thomas) McPhee and the late Emmanuel ‘Manny’ McPhee. Jimmy worked in the construction business for many years and was last employed at Cape Breton University. He loved hunting, fishing, singing and playing guitar. Jimmy will be remembered as a very kind and compassionate man who loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife, Ange (Bertin) McPhee; one daughter, Misty (Ryan) Hynes, Port Morien; three sons, Jamie (Sharon), Glace Bay, Vance (Tracey), Alberta, Shawn (Kea), Dominion; one sister, T.C. Petrie, Glace Bay; five brothers, Danny, Bernie, Paul, John, Glace Bay, Neil, Ontario; four grandchildren, Rayah, Sandra, Dylan, Carter; nieces and nephews. Besides his father, Jimmy was predeceased by a brother, Manny. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Fr. Norman MacPhee is Monday 11 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Port Morien. Donations in memory of Jimmy may be made to Palliative Care. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Sweet dreams May our guardian angel Be with us in our sleep I love you with all my heart Melvin Stuart MacDonald Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 4th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Melvin Stuart MacDonald (80) on Monday, May 4, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, N.S. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John Neil and Margaret (Morrison) MacDonald. Formerly a long term resident of Herbert Street, Dad (and Mom) most recently lived in Williston House, and he had worked for the Nova Scotia Liquor Commission, retiring as manager. He loved life and his family and being at the bungalow in Beaver Cove. He also enjoyed swimming, stock car racing at Midway Speedway (#115), walks with their dog Smokey, and later taking many bus tours in his retirement years with his wife and best friend the late Katherine (Thompson) (Nov. 7, 2014). Dad also took great pride in he and mom always having a clean and polished car, for their frequent drives around the Island, most notably to Gabarus and Mira. He is survived by son, Stuart (Karen); grandchildren, CherylAnn (Chris) LaFosse, Alberta and Brittany Ann at home; great-grandchildren, Alexander and Madison LaFosse; and by his brother, Went (Eileen) and niece Adele (Blaine). Besides his parents and wife, he was also predeceased by his brother, Carl 'Jeep' MacDonald. ‎ At Dad’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral. Private family interment will take place at a later date at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Paul Murphy, Dr Milburn, Sandra and Charlie Ellis (close family friends of Mom and Dad), Williston House staff, and to the staff of the CB Regional Hospital especially Unit 4B, for all the care and compassion they showed Dad over the past five months. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, or a charity of one’s choice.

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 May 7, 2015 Thursday There were 8 obituaries published today Kevin Gerard “Neuf” Murphy - 57 yrs Beverly Ann (Roberts) Jessome - James Michael “Jimmy” McPhee - 68 yrs James Gordon MacQueen - 78 yrs Ethel Alice Nicoll - Robert “Bob” Ramey - 85 yrs Genevieve Elizabeth (MacDonald) Gardiner - 95 yrs Mary Marlene (MacDonald) Kennedy - 54 yrs Kevin 'Neuf' Gerard Murphy Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Reserve Mines Passed on: May 6th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Kevin ‘Neuf’ Gerard Murphy at the age of 57 on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, Kevin was the son of Annie (Roach) Murphy and the late Burton Murphy. He was a son, a father, a husband, a grandfather, a brother, an uncle, and a friend. For anyone who knew Neuf, he was either, whistling, smiling, pacing or the legs were going a mile a minute. Kevin enjoyed a good game of golf, poker and rousing game of tarabish. He was a former Devco employee and member of the Miner’s Co-op. He finished his career at Syncrude as a Millwright. He is survived by his mother, Annie Murphy; daughters, Jacqueline Lewis (Nash Currie), Glace Bay, Lynette Murphy, Fort McMurray; his son, Jason Pond, Fort McMurray; the light of his life, Linda Donovan McNeil, Glace Bay; his sisters, Rosita LaCroix (Paul), Lethbridge, Elizabeth ‘Weewee’ AuCoin (Byron ‘Marco’), Reserve Mines, Marilyn Morrison (Rick), Calgary, Elaine McInnis (Ed), Sydney, Anne Stubbert (Robert), Fort McMurray, Fran Murphy (Robert Warcop), Reserve Mines,;his brothers, Burton ‘Binkey’ Murphy (Marie), Reserve Mines, and David Murphy (Julie), Fort McMurray. He was known as poppy to his grandchildren, Brooklynn, Aislynn and Landon; his godson, Trent Warcop; stepdaughters, Anne Marie and Courtney McNeil. Also surviving are his in-laws, Brenda and John D. Poirier, Karen and Cecil MacNeil, Eia and Bart Boutilier, Duba and Danny MacKay, Bobby and Mary Donovan, Donnie and Marilyn Donovan. Besides his father, Kevin was predeceased by his brothers, Burton Jr. and Gary, his paternal grandparents, James and Emma (Murphy) MacDonald and his maternal grandparents, Mary Ellen and Dave Roach. Calling hours are from 4-8 p.m. on Thursday at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass, officiated by Fr. Dan Boudreau is Friday at 3 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, Reserve Mines. Reception to follow in the church hall. Interment in the parish cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Beverly Ann (Roberts) Jessome Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: May 6th, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Beverly Ann Jessome, on May 6, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Mom passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her children; Darlene Howatson (Gord), Vancouver, B.C., Carol MacLean (Gary), Sydney Mines, Shirley Long (Frankie), Sydney Mines, and Bob (Emily) Guelph, Ont.; her granddaughters, Candace Alderson (Greg), Sydney Mines, and Kristyn Long (Eddie), North Sydney. Mom is also survived by grandchildren Jordan Long (Rachel), North Sydney, Haley Howatson, Vancouver, Sawyer and Mya Jessome, Guelph, Ont., and Davey Walters, Edmonton, Alta.; sister Diane Witherall, Toronto; sister-in-law Margaret Bugden, Sydney Mines and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Lily (Bugden) Roberts, ex-husband Rob Jessome, daughter Valda Walters, son-in-law Dale MacLean and brothers, Billy and Graham Bugden. Mom will be greatly missed by our large family of Jessomes and by Sandy Gordon and Evelyn Fry-MacKinnon. Cremation has taken place. Her family will receive visitors in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Friday, May 8, 2015, at 12 p.m. A celebration of her life will be held at 1 p.m., in the funeral home, with Rev. Stacey LeMoine officiating. Words of comfort may be James 'Jimmy' Michael McPhee Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Port Morien Passed on: May 6th, 2015 Jimmy McPhee, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at home, after a brief illness. He was born in Reserve Mines and grew up in Port Morien. Jimmy was the son of Theresa (Thomas) McPhee and the late Emmanuel ‘Manny’ McPhee. Jimmy worked in the construction business for many years and was last employed at Cape Breton University. He loved hunting, fishing, singing and playing guitar. Jimmy will be remembered as a very kind and compassionate man who loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife, Ange (Bertin) McPhee; one daughter, Misty (Ryan) Hynes, Port Morien; three sons, Jamie (Sharon), Glace Bay, Vance (Tracey), Alberta, Shawn (Kea), Dominion; one sister, T.C. Petrie, Glace Bay; five brothers, Danny, Bernie, Paul, John, Glace Bay, Neil, Ontario; four grandchildren, Rayah, Sandra, Dylan, Carter; nieces and nephews. Besides his father, Jimmy was predeceased by a brother, Manny. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Fr. Norman MacPhee is Monday 11 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Port Morien. Donations in memory of Jimmy may be made to Palliative Care. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Sweet dreams May our guardian angel Be with us in our sleep James Gordon MacQueen Born In: Round Island Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 6th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we, the family of James Gordon MacQueen, 78, announce his passing on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. A lifelong resident of Round Island, he was a son of the late John and Annie (Campbell) MacQueen. James was a beloved family man who will be remembered for his strength, humour and kindness. He was always available to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it, especially his family and fellow fisherman. James was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He was a skilled boatbuilder, with his boats now docked from Cape Breton to San Diego. Surviving are his loving wife, Jean (Matheson); daughters, Mary Elizabeth (Douglas Stewart), Barbara (Terry Boutilier), Audrey (Blaine Gallant) and Eleanor Anderson; grandchildren, Neil and Emma Stewart, Alex, Jessica and Daniel Boutilier, Dennis and Cameron Gallant and Laura and Marcy Anderson; and great-grandsons, Luke and Liam Anderson, his pride and joy. James is also survived by his sisters, Annie Penny (Michael), Sydney, Ina MacDonald (the late Norman), Northside Guest Home and Effie Ferguson (Donald), Round Island; brother-in-law, John Matheson and wife, Beth and many cherished nieces and nephews. James will be missed by special friends, Calvin MacDonald and Andrew Anderson. Besides his parents, James was predeceased by his brother, Donald; sister, Margaret and nephew, John Penny. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday, May 8 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Bethel Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 9 at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment in Black Brook Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to the An Cala Unit at the CBRH, the ALS Society of Nova Scotia or Bethel Presbyterian Church. The family are thankful for the kindness shown by the VON, Palliative Care and the many neighbours, family and friends who supported us all after his ALS diagnosis. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Ethel Alice Nicoll Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 5th, 2015 We, the family, regret to announce the passing of our dear mother, Ethel Nicoll on May 5, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, with loving family at her side. Funeral Arrangements will be announced at a later date. Robert 'Bob' Ramey Born In: Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: May 5th, 2015 It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert ‘Bob’ Ramey, 85 of Sydney on Tuesday, May 5, 2015. Born in Bridgewater, he was the son of the late Fredrick and Evelyn Ramey. The family relocated to Sydney, where Bob remained through his life. He is survived by his wife, Lucy (Sylvester), Sydney; daughter, Rose Marie (Pierre) deVillers, Dartmouth; stepson, Robyn (Christie) Foret, Calgary and grandchildren, Andree, Julia, Bethany, Morgan, Taylor, Avery; brother, Rayburn (Frances) Ramey; sisters, Phyllis Williams, Josephine White and sister-in-law, Martha Ramey, all of Sydney. Bobby was predeceased by his brother, Victor. Bob worked for 39 years building door and window frames at the Co-op Building Supplies. He had many interests including hunting, fishing, golf and pool. For many years he was an avid bowler in many leagues and tournaments. He loved to spend time in his garden. He spent many hours lovingly tending to his rose bushes and his lawn was without a weed. Visitation for Mr. Ramey will be on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral service will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel with Rev. Angus MacLeod officiating. Interment will take place at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Genevieve Elizabeth (MacDonald) Gardiner Born In: Dominion Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 The family regrets to announce the passing of our beautiful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend on May 3, 2015. Mom passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Born in Dominion, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Edward O. and Mary Magdelene (Bennett) MacDonald. She devoted her life to her family becoming a widow at a very young age and left to raise the large family of 16 on her own in Johnstown. Mom greeted everyone with a huge smile and had a great sense of humour. She was a woman of very strong faith with a great devotion to St Theresa. She belonged to the ”Children of Mary” and was a member of the CWL for more than 50 years. She was an avid card player and loved to go to any 45 game. Gen is survived by daughters, Marie, Margie, Theresa, Anne, Rita, Bertha, Bernadette and Joan; sons, Francis, Terry, Eddie, Eugene, Paul and Kevin; sisters, Rita MacDonald and Sister Joseph Marie MacDonald CSM; sister-in-law, Ann; 36 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank in 1967; sons, Robert and Allie; grandson, James; sisters, Theresa, Annie, Mae and her twin, Bridget; brothers, John Henry, George, Charles, Edward OMI, Francis OMI and Joseph. The family will receive visitors on Saturday, May 9, from 9-10:30 a.m. at Curry’s Glace Bay Funeral Home, 775 Main St. The funeral mass will follow at 11 a.m. in Immaculate Conception, Bridgeport, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers or memoriams, donations may be made to the CWL Immaculate Conception Parish, Bridgeport. Condolences may be Mary Marlene (MacDonald) Kennedy Born In: Tarbot Born: September 15th, 1959 Passed on: April 29th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mary Marlene (MacDonald) Kennedy at the Northside General Hospital on Wednesday, April 29, 2015. Born Sept. 15, 1959 in Tarbot, N.S., she was the daughter of the late Murdock and Lillian (Rogers) MacDonald. Also predeceased by a brother in infancy. She is survived by husband, Scott Kennedy; several cousins; Erin MacQueen, who was like a daughter to her; and by many friends. A celebration of Mary's life will take place Wednesday, May 13th at 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, 230 Evergreen Dr., Sydney. Reception 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 WELCOM Inverness Oran Obits May 6, 2015 Wednesday There were 2 obituaries published today CORMIER, THERESA MATHILDA - 91 YRS BEATON, MARY ELIZABETH “ISABEL" - CORMIER Theresa Mathilda Cormier, 91, of London, Ontario died at University Hospital on Thursday, April 30th, 2015. Born September 28th, 1923, Theresa was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She is predeceased by her beloved husband Simon Cormier (March 26th, 2013). Theresa is survived by her children Allan (Orlanda), Mary Helen (Richard) and Tom (Cathy). Theresa will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Trevor (Jeanine), Tricia, Daniel, Sara (Michael), Adam, Laura and Molly as well as her great-grandchildren Joshua, Lailah, Amber and her newest great-grandson Benjamin. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews and their families. Cremation has taken place. As per her wishes, Theresa will be interred at the parish cemetery of St. Joseph Church in Cape Breton at a later date. Logan Funeral Home, 371 Dundas St., is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.loganfh.ca. A tree will be planted as a living memorial to Theresa Cormier. BEATON Mary Elizabeth "Isabel" Beaton. Isabel entered eternal life on April 16th, 2015. Born in Harbour View, Inverness County she was the daughter of Murdock and Mary Christina (MacDonnell) Beaton. Isabel started her formal education in her local one-room school, advanced to Port Hood Convent and Academy becoming Cape Breton's champion debater. During World War II she cared for the Queen Ann’s Inn, Halifax, the estate of her brother Donnie after which she devoted her life to private nursing in New York. Generously she gave up city life, friends and work to attend her aging parents at home. Always a student, she learned to read music and play the violin in her mid-eighties mastering Dark Island. In a sense of good humour, deep faith and compassion Isabel showed hospitality to one and all. Isabel is survived by two younger sisters Christine, CND, Sydney and Lillian Csordas, Port Hope, Ontario; sisters-in-law Mary A. and Margaret Beaton; brother-in-law Steve Csordas, Oshawa, Ontario; several loving nieces, nephews and grand- and great-grandnieces and nephews. She was preceded by Florence, CND, Joseph (Betty), Donald, Cyril (Kathleen), Wilfred and Philomena (John). Cremation has taken place. Visitation was held on Monday, April 20th in Port Hood Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial took place on April 21st in St. Peter's Church, Port Hood. Father Vincent vanZutphen officiated the internment in St. Peter's Cemetery which was followed by a reception in the parish hall. Donations in her memory may be given to the church cemetery. 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 May 6, 2015 Wednesday There were 7 obituaries published today Raymond Peter Jessome - 74 yrs Mary Eileen O’Leary - 80 yrs Joan Gladys Hunter - 74 yrs Melvin Stuart MacDonald - 80 yrs William “Bill” Wilkinson - 69 yrs Theresa Wadden - 93 yrs Christina Gertrude “Tina” Walsh - 62 yrs Raymond Peter Jessome Born In: Bras d'Or Born: May 18th, 1940 Passed in: Georges River Passed on: May 4th, 2015 The remarkable life of Raymond Peter Jessome, age 74, came to a peaceful end surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 4, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital. Born on May 18, 1940 in Bras d’Or, he was the precious son of the late Marshall and Thelma (Wilson) Jessome. Dad was a wonderful storyteller with an infectious laugh, a master of many talents, and a great friend to many. His family was his greatest accomplishment with his beautiful 'Bebby' by his side. He took great pride in the athletic and academic accomplishments of his grandchildren and Poppy would always have a little surprise in his pocket to brighten their day. An industrious man, dad could put his hand to anything and took great pleasure passing on his knowledge to those around him. He sailed the Great Lakes, worked as a carpenter with Maritime Builders, was a carpet installer for Woolco and was also employed with Moores Electric in his early years. He was an entrepreneur owning the Fleur de Lis Tavern in L’Ardoise in the 1980s. A self-taught master of music, our home was filled with his joyful tinkerings on the piano and accordion. More recently his passion for genealogy brought countless hours of enjoyment and new found friendships. He is survived by his best friend of 47 years, Beverly (Halliday) Jessome; his children, Wanda Andrea (Brian), Sydney Mines, Juanita Jenkins (Kevin), Georges River, Troy (Sherry), Georges River, and Tanya (James Tremblett), Georges River. He will be greatly missed by his beautiful grandchildren, Ashley, Kristen, Jaymee, Laura Jayne, Parker, Meghan, Pete, Mary Kate, Jacob and Alison and his little companion Maddie. Also surviving are his sisters, Bernice Spicer (William), Halifax, Pamela Colburn (Carl), Bras d’Or, and Iris Jessome, Halifax, his uncle Thomas Wilson (Marjorie), New Waterford and numerous nephews and nieces. Besides his parents he was predeceased by a brother Richard (Del Jessome), niece Corrina Jessome and nephew William Jessome and numerous uncles and aunts. Visitation for Raymond will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or with Rev. Peter McLeod officiating. Burial at a later date in St. Joseph Parish Cemetery, Bras d’Or. Memorial donations may be made to the Patient Care Fund at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre, or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Dad, "don’t take any wooden nickels" Mary Eileen O'Leary Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 Mary Eileen O’Leary, age 80, of Sydney, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at the Cove Guest Home surrounded by love. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Michael Francis and Florence (MacLellan) MacNeil. She was retired from a long career with MT&T and was active in the union and the Telephone Pioneers. Mary is survived by daughters, Maureen, Sydney, Florence, Dartmouth; sons, Sean (Roberta), Sydney, Michael (Conners), Dallas, Texas; five grandchildren; her loving sister, Florrie Paruch, Sydney, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers, Hillary and Cecil and her sister, Peggy Abraham. There will be no visitation for Mrs. O’Leary. Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, May 7 at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Special thanks to Drs. Jackson, Haleem, the nursing staff of the Cove Guest Home and her special friend. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com Joan Gladys Hunter Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 5th, 2015 Joan Hunter, age 74 of Glace Bay and a former longtime resident of Donkin, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Sidney and Mary (Lawrence) MacDonald. Joan loved to sing and was involved in church choirs in both, Holy Cross Church, Glace Bay and St. Gregory’s Church, Donkin. She loved her family dearly and always saw the good in people and life. Her family described her as, ‘An Angel on Earth’. Joan enjoyed crafts, quilting and her newly discovered hobby, painting. Joan is survived by one daughter, Anita Gilbert, Mt. Pearl, Nfld.; three sons, Paul (Xiujuan), Moncton, Gary (Charlene), Homeville, Dale, Victoria, B.C.; two sisters, Diane Keenan (Laverne), Ontario, Judy Moffatt (Danny), Glace Bay; two brothers, Robert (Linda), Ont., Gregory, Glace Bay and her brother-in-law, Peter Smith, Ontario. She will also be sadly missed by her eight grandchildren, Christopher, Ashley, Kyle, John, Kenny, Jenna, Liam, Cameron, seven great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Joan was predeceased by her husband, John in 1989; daughter, Karen in infancy; two sisters, Donna and Joyce. Visitation is Thursday, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Fr. Norman MacPhee is Friday, 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Church followed by a reception in the church hall. Interment will be held after the reception in St. Gregory’s Cemetery, Donkin. Memorial donations may be made to the Society for the Treatment of Autism. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Melvin Stuart MacDonald Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 4th, 2015 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Melvin Stuart MacDonald, 80, on Monday, May 4, 2015 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, N.S. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John Neil and Margaret (Morrison) MacDonald. Formerly a long term resident of Herbert Street, Dad (and Mom) most recently lived in Williston House, and he had worked for the Nova Scotia Liquor Commission, retiring as manager. He loved life and his family and being at the bungalow in Boisdale and later enjoyed taking many bus tours in his retirement years with his wife and best friend the late Katherine (Thompson) (Nov. 7, 2014). Dad also took great pride in he and mom always having a clean and polished car, for their frequent drives around the Island, most notably to Gabarus and Mira. He is survived by son, Stuart (Karen); grandchildren, CherylAnn (Chris) LaFosse, Alberta and Brittany Ann at home; great-grandchildren, Alexander and Madison LaFosse; and by his brother, Went (Eileen) and niece, Adele (Blaine). Besides his parents and wife, he was also predeceased by his brother, Carl 'Jeep' MacDonald. At Dad’s request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or funeral. Private family interment will take place at a later date at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Paul Murphy, Dr. Milburn, Sandra and Charlie Ellis (close family friends of Mom and Dad), Williston House staff, and to the staff of the CB Regional Hospital especially Unit 4B, for all the care and compassion they showed Dad over the past five months. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, or a charity of one’s choice. William 'Bill' Wilkinson Born In: East Chester Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 1st, 2015 It is with sadness and fond memories that we announce the passing of Bill Wilkinson, age 69 of Glace Bay. Bill passed away at his residence on Friday, May 1, 2015. Born in East Chester, Bill was the son of the late William John and Marjorie (Kirkland) Wilkinson. He was employed for many years with the City of Toronto. Bill was a true animal lover and enjoyed the company of his four legged fur-babies Bill will be sadly missed by his partner Brian MacDougall and his extended MacDougall family. In honouring Bill’s wishes, cremation will take place under the care and guidance of Curry’s Glace Bay Funeral Home, 775 Main St. Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Feral & Abandoned Cat Society, P.O. Box 85, 269 Charlotte St., Sydney, N.S. B1P 6G9, www.faacs.ca. Online condolences to the MacDougall family are available through www.currysfuneralhome.com. Theresa Wadden Born In: Dominion Born: January 9th, 1922 Passed in: Dominion Passed on: May 2nd, 2015 It is with profound sorrow, that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved aunt and friend. Theresa passed away Saturday, May 2, 2015, at her residence, in the senior’s complex, Wilson’s Lane, Dominion. Born in Dominion, Jan. 9, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Peter Charles and Mary Belle (Cameron) Petrie. She was a faithful lifelong member of St. Eugene’s Church and a longtime resident of Dominion. Theresa was a very special and unique person to all who knew her. Although she had no biological children she was a mother. Her twin sister’s children, especially Mary was like a daughter to her. Mary took Theresa everywhere, and did so much for her. Theresa loved each of us and was present in every aspect of our lives; family gatherings; holidays and the births of our children and grandchildren. Also there were her sisters and brothers' children in Boston who came down each summer to visit with her. Her home was filled with pictures and photos of her siblings, nieces, nephews and their children, whom she treasured and loved so much. Theresa had a devoted Christian love for her faith and church. She was an outstanding member of St. Eugene’s C.W.L., having received her 50 year member pin, in recognition of her dedication to her church, parish and parishioners. She attended as many church functions that her health would allow, and for those she could not attend she would send countless donations. She had an abundant kindness for people; and at her home her fellow residents were like family. Her friends there, were in a class of their own. They loved Theresa, always checking on her, bringing her meals and staying with her when she was alone. We, Theresa’s family, will be forever grateful to them. Theresa will be sadly missed by her loving at-home family; nieces, Mary (Blair) MacIntyre, Bridgeport, and Theresa (Clem) Burt, Sydney; nephew, John (Lois) Sloan, Dominion. She is also survived by a brother, Michael 'Mickey' Petrie, Boston; brothers-in-law, John Hendriksen, Marty Vardaro, Danny Sullivan and their extended families, all of Boston. Besides her parents, Theresa was also predeceased by her loving husband, Nelson Wadden; sisters, Jessie, Katie, Isabell, Mary-Ann, and her twin, Mary 'Lizzie'; brothers, Archie, Peter, Duncan in infancy, Angus and Danny DeGast and niece, Jessie Sloan. In honouring Theresa’s request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiating by Fr. Daniel Boudreau will be celebrated 2 p.m. Thursday, May 7, 2015, in Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport. Interment will take place in St. Eugene’s Cemetery, Dominion. A luncheon will follow in the church basement, all are welcome. Memorial donations in Theresa memory may be made to the St. Eugene’s Cemetery Fund. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Christina 'Tina' Gertrude Walsh Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 With sadness and heavy hearts we regret to announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, sister, great-grandmother and friend, Christina Gertrude (MacLeod) Walsh, 62, of Sydney, N.S. Tina passed away peacfully at her home on Sunday, May 3, 2015, surrounded by her family and friends. She is survivied by her three daughters, Tammy Macleod (Patrick), Robyn Lunn (Chris) and Zandra Williams. Also by seven grandchildren, Sasha, Samantha, Summer, Dante, Morgan, Heaven and Carson; three great-grandchildren; sister, Mamie; brothers, Donald (Brenda), Nelson and Myles. Also lifelong friends, Sadie Stockley and Peter Dubois. Tina was predeceased by her husband, John Walsh; parents, Burt and Viola Macleod, as well as eight brothers and sisters. Visitation for Tina will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held the following day, Thursday, May 7, at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Peter MacDonald officiating. MOM “Even after a Mother's gone, her love will see you through, a love to help us carry on, because thats what Mothers do" Funeral arrangements are under the direction of ...

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 May 5, 2015 Tuesday There were 7 obituaries published today Gordon Raymond MacDow - 70 yrs Christina Gertrude “Tina” (MacLeod) Walsh - 62 yrs Katherine “Kaye” Skinner - 97 yrs Arthur Peter “Butch” Shibinette - Edward “Butch” Reid - 85 yrs Muriel Elizabeth (Witheral) Robinson - 77 yrs - Celebration of Life Donald Francis Ellis - 75 yrs Gordon Raymond MacDow It is with broken hearts that we the family of Gordon Raymond MacDow, 70, announce his passing after a lengthy battle with cancer. Gordon was a dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be remembered as a family man who loved his family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Everett and Ethel (Mac Neil) MacDow. Gordon worked at Sydney Steel as a welder until his retirement in 1997 after 34 years. Gordon was predeceased by his loving wife of 48 years, Sharon (Davis). He is survived by his daughters, Linda MacDow, at home, Patricia (Terry) Humber, Sharry (Kelly) Bates and Rita (Jason) Timmons. Gordon's pride and joy were his grandchildren, Robyn, Austin, Nicole, Justin, Liam and Rylun. He is also survived by his siblings, John, Georgina (Ron Cromwell), Rev. Everett MacDow, Cyril (Betty), Francis (Carol), Elizabeth (Greg MacIntyre), David and Linda (Blair MacNeil). He was predeceased by siblings Raymond, Gerard and Rita. Visitation will take place Thursday, May 7, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, Alexandra Street. A funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount with Fr. Douglas Murphy and Rev. Everett MacDow officiating with interment at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society in his memory. Christina 'Tina' Gertrude Walsh Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 With sadness and heavy hearts we regret to announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, sister, great-grandmother and friend, Christina Gertrude (MacLeod) Walsh, 62, of Sydney, N.S. Tina passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, May 3, 2015, surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by her three daughters, Tammy Macleod (Patrick), Robyn Lunn (Chris) and Zandra Williams. Also by seven grandchildren, Sasha, Samantha, Summer, Dante, Morgan, Heaven and Carson; three great-grandchildren; sister Mamie; brothers, Donald (Brenda), Nelson and Myles. Also lifelong friends Sadie Stockley and Peter Dubois. Tina was predeceased by her parents Burt and Viola Macleod as well as nine brothers and sisters. Visitation for Tina will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will be held the following day, Thursday, May 7 at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Peter MacDonald officiating. MOM “Even after a Mothers gone, her love will see you through, a love to help us carry on, because that's what Mothers do" Katherine 'Kaye' Skinner Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 Another Angel received her wings when God chose to call our much loved 'Auntie Kaye' home. Kaye passed away at the Cove Guest Home on Sunday, May 3, 2015 in her 97th year. Known as 'Auntie Kaye' to most, she was born in Glace Bay to the late Amelia (Kelly) and James Hurley. In her younger years, Kaye had hoped to become a nurse, but had to give up that dream to care for younger siblings when her mother took sick. A very energetic person, Kaye loved to walk, bake and do her 'Find A Word' puzzle books. She logged many miles walking back and forth between Glace Bay and New Aberdeen. No one, who visited Auntie Kaye ever left without tasting her delicious desserts. Auntie Kaye had a wonderful sense of humour and she was not afraid to speak her mind. She was a very religious person and was greatly saddened with the closure of her beloved St. John The Baptist Church. She had a daily ritual of prayers, where she prayed for one and all. Kaye and her late husband Bert, worked for New Method Dry Cleaners for many years before opening their own business in New Aberdeen. When fire destroyed the original business, they later reopened and remained in business until their retirement years. Kaye is survived by her sister, Teresa Poirier, Seaview Manor; her stepson, Michael (Sylvia); four step-grandchildren, Sandra, Michael David, Roy, Brian; seven step-great-grandchildren; stepdaughter-in-law, Mary and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Kaye was predeceased by her husband, Burford Sr., stepson, Burford Jr. and stepdaughter-in-law, Anne. Also, Kaye was predeceased by her sisters, Mary (George) Musial, Marie, in infancy, brothers, Jimmy (Jenny) Hurley, Johnny (Frances) Hurley, Martin Hurley and brother-in-law, Frye Poirier, nephew Jimmy Hurley. Visitation for Kaye will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 in Curry’s Glace Bay Funeral Home, 775 Main St. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Donations in Kaye’s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund or Palliative Care Society. Online condolences to the family are available through www.currysfuneralhome.com Arthur Peter 'Butch' Shibinette Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. Butch passed away on May 3, 2015, at the Glace Bay Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Mary (Nickelo) and the late Art Shibinette. In his younger years, he was very active in sports, both hockey and baseball, he was recently inducted into the Cape Breton Sports Hall of Fame as a member of “The Big Red Machine” and soon to be inducted as a member of the “Mark Ten Baseball Team”. He enjoyed many years on the golf course. For 36 years Butch was a teacher with the Cape Breton District School Board. He enjoyed many wonderful times at the bungalow in Irish Vale, with his hunting buddies, Danny, Leo, and Johnny, coffee daily with his mom, and trips with his loving wife. Surviving are his high school sweetheart, Sandra, his wife of 37 years. His pride and joy son, Adam (Angelina) and Papa Butch’s precious grandchildren, Kale and Aliannah; his furry friend, Maggie; mother, Mary; sisters, Lorna (Keith) MacPherson and Sherri(Brian) MacCormack; seven beautiful nieces who called him Uncle Butchie, Erin, Nicole, Jenna, Natalie, Kaitlyn, Jennifer and Mary. Besides his father, he was predeceased by his in-laws, Mary, Roy and Wendy Wadden. As per following Butch’s wishes there will be no visitation, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 6 at 10am in Holy Cross Church, Seaview Street, Glace Bay. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to family www.pattenfuneral.com. Edward 'Butch' Reid Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 4th, 2015 It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Edward ‘Butch’ Reid, 85, of the Cove Guest Home, Sydney and formerly of Wilson Avenue, New Waterford on May 4, 2015 at the Cove. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Abel and Celina (LeBlanc) Reid. Butch always enjoyed music and played harmonica. He also loved the color blue and chocolate milk. Surviving are his brother, Russell ‘Sovie’ Reid, New Waterford; sisters, Shirley (Mike) McDonald, Helena (Tuddie) Pusztai, Joanna MacIsaac, Pearl (David) Aucoin, all of Toronto; many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Butch was predeceased by brothers, Allan ‘Mose’ Reid, Charles ‘Doc’ Reid, Cecil Reid; sisters, Rosina Strand, Alice Wilton and Rita Cummings. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral service will be held in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 10:30 a.m with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Muriel Elizabeth (Witherall) Robinson Passed on: January 7th, 2015 A celebration of life for the late Muriel Robinson, who passed away Jan. 7, 2015, will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday May 7, 2015, at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home Chapel, 10 Clyde Ave., Sydney Mines with Fr. Patrick O’Neil officiating. Muriel was an avid and enthusiastic card player with the fellow residents at Mapleview Manor. Her family was her world. She is survived by her two daughters, Christine (Gordon) and Karen (Evan) Hillier; three sons, Steven, Joseph (Marina) and Robert (Dianna); three sisters, Frances, Dorothy (Don) Inder and Pauline (Steve) MacKegian as well as 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her loving husband of 55 years, George; brothers, Charles, George, Benjamin, William, Raymond and Fred; sisters, Edith, Annie, Olive and Beatrice. Donations in Muriel’s memory may be made to the AIDS coalition of Cape Breton or a charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy made be made to the Robinson family by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. Donald Ellis Born In: Sydney Born: November 26th, 1939 Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father, grandfather and friend. Born Nov. 26, 1939, dad passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Sunday, May 3, 2015, after a lengthily illness. Dad was a millwright at Sydney Steel blast furnace and bar mill. He is survived by two daughters, Jaynie Robar, Sydney, and Donna Ellis, Florida. Also surviving his grandson Brandon Ellis who lived with PaPa; two granddaughters, Jenna Robar, Sydney, and Victoria Hough, Florida; his friend, Irene Seward; his former wife, Louise Burton; his longtime friend Gerry MacLean (Scott, Glen and Mark). He was predeceased by his father and mother Wilfred and Mildred Ellis, and brother Robert Ellis. Visitation for Donald will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, May 7 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. William Legge officiating. Interment to take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Donald Francis Ellis who was born in Sydney on Nov. 26, 1939 and passed away May 3, 2015 is also survived by his sister, Lorraine Magliaro; nephews, Donnie and Kenny and his niece, Louise Kozera, all of Sydney.

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 May 4, 2015 Monday There were 7 obituaries published today Donald Ellis - 55 yrs Sadie Jane Wong - 95 yrs Mary Louise Craig - 79 yrs Loretta “Lollie” (Peck) Morrison - Sister Eleanor Graham (Sr. St. John Avellino) - 101 yrs Lois Ruelland - Roy LeMoine - 74 yrs Donald Ellis Born In: Sydney Born: November 26th, 1959 Passed on: May 3rd, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father, grandfather and friend. Born Nov. 26, 1959, dad passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Sunday, May 3, 2015, after a lengthily illness. Dad was a millwright at Sydney Steel blast furnace and bar mill. He is survived by two daughters, Jaynie Robar, Sydney, and Donna Ellis, Florida. Also surviving his grandson Brandon Ellis who lived with PaPa; two granddaughters, Jenna Robar, Sydney, and Victoria Hough, Florida; his friend, Irene Seward; his former wife, Louise Burton; his longtime friend Gerry MacLean (Scott, Glen and Mark). He was predeceased by his father and mother Wilfred and Mildred Ellis, and brother Robert Ellis. Visitation for Donald will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, May 7 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. William Legge officiating. Interment to take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Sadie Wong Born In: Orangedale East Inverness County Born: March 27th, 1920 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: May 2nd, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved stepmother, grandmother and great-grandmother Sadie Jane Wong, age 95, on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at the Northwood Manor, Halifax, N.S. Sadie was born in Orangedale East, Inverness County, on March 27, 1920, she was a daughter of the late William Richard and Hazel (Yonker) Bennett. She was a member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney for 61 years. She was the co-owner of Wong’s Café in North Sydney from 1954-82. Sadie is survived by her stepdaughters, Yvonne (Mrs. David Kong) and Susan (Mrs. Pak Ma), both of Vancouver, B.C.; three grandchildren, David Kong, Ottawa, James 'Jimmy' Kong, Dartmouth, Peter Kong, Vancouver; four great-grandchildren, Carissa, Jarrett and Malia, Dartmouth, Michelle, Ottawa and two great-great-grandchildren, Summer and Oakley, both of Dartmouth. Sadie was predeceased by her husband Thomas Wong, her sisters, Hazel (Mrs. Brent Merlin), Christine (Mrs. Roland Perry), Ida (Mrs. Arnold Cull), Evelyn and Catherine, her brothers, William Richard Bennett and Donald Louis Bennett. Visitation for Sadie will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday from St. Matthew Wesley United Church with Rev. Nancy Ritchie officiating. Burial will take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Vancouver at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Mary Louise Craig Born In: Sydney Passed in: Whitney Pier Passed on: May 2nd, 2015 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Mary Louise Craig, 79, on Saturday, May 2, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney, Mary Louise was the daughter of the late John and Meltha (Neville) McCormick. Mary Louise was a member of Holy Redeemer parish. She was involved with the Whitney Pier Historical Society and Pierscape. She loved to write poetry. Mary Louise will be remembered by family and friends for being very caring and loving. Mary Louise is survived by her daughter, Carmel and three grandchildren; sisters, Sheila Kerr and Norma (Martin) Evans; sister in-law, Betty McCormick and two nephews, Colin and Jamie. Besides her parents, Mary Louise was predeceased by her brother, Joseph. Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Mary Louise Craig will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Wednesday, May 6, 2015. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10-11 a.m. with service to follow at 11 a.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Light refreshments will be served in the reception area following the service. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory of Mary Louise may be made to the Holy Redeemer Building Fund. 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. Roy LeMoine - 74 yrs Loretta 'Lollie' (Peck) Morrison Passed in: Oshawa, Canada Passed on: May 1st, 2015 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Lollie on Friday, May 1, 2015, at Lakeridge Health – Oshawa after a brief illness with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Don Morrison for 57 years. Dear mother of Donnie (Val), Jimmie (Pauline) and Marie Lamers (Eric). Loving Nannie of Meghan, Mallory, Michelle, Crystal, Jason, Graham and Abbey. Great Nannie to Ava and Aubrey. Dear sister of Joan Peck (predeceased) and Father Dan Peck. She will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at the Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St., West (905-721-1234) on Tuesday, May 5 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, 690 King St., East, Oshawa on Wednesday, May 6 at 10 a.m. Memorial donations to Multiple Sclerosis Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.oshawafuneralhome.com. Sister Eleanor Graham Born In: Antigonish, Canada Born: August 1st, 1913 Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: May 1st, 2015 Sister Eleanor Graham died peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2015, at the CND Health Care Centre, Sydney. Born in Antigonish, N.S. on Aug. 1, 1913, she was the daughter of the late John Gerard Graham and Anne Isabel McKeough. Sister Eleanor entered the Congregation of Notre Dame in 1931 and made profession on Aug. 23, 1933. During her years of religious life, she served as teacher and school administrator in Montreal, and in various places throughout the Maritimes including Sydney, New Glasgow, New Victoria and Mabou. Sister Eleanor’s gifts as a creative thinker were particularly manifested when, in 1956, she initiated the Family Life Program in Mabou, long before it became an integral part of the school curriculum of Nova Scotia. Upon retirement from the school system, Sister Eleanor served on the CND Provincial Leadership Team as Councillor for Education. Following that assignment, she served as local community leader at St. Joseph’s Convent, Mabou and Holy Angels Convent, Sydney. Upon completion of those CND assignments, and for another 15 years, Eleanor involved herself in various volunteer ministries. Sister Eleanor was, indeed, a woman of deep faith, whose life of prayer sustained her throughout her many years of dedicated ministry. In 2001, declining health brought Sister Eleanor to the CND Health Care Centre where she continued her ministry of prayer for others, while being lovingly ministered to by our dedicated staff. All who knew Eleanor are, indeed, grateful to this valiant woman whose long life was so well lived. Sister Eleanor is survived by sister-in-law Marie Graham, New Market, Ontario and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sisters Lina, Mary Agnes, Winnifred and Anne, and brothers John, James, Joseph, William and Martin. Visitation for Sister Eleanor will be held on Tuesday, May 5, from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney, with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church, Sydney, with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment will be in the CND plot at St. Ninian’s Parish Cemetery, Antigonish, N.S. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Roy LeMoine Born In: North Sydney Born: August 12th, 1940 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: April 1st, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend Roy LeMoine, age 74, of Upper North Sydney, on Friday, May 1, 2015, at his residence. Roy was born in North Sydney, Aug. 12, 1940, he was a son of the late Cluett and Jennie (Johnston) LeMoine. Roy was employed for a number of years with CN Express, later with Marine Atlantic and then as a school bus driver until his retirement. Roy loved being in the outdoors and spending time in his garage fixing things. Roy is survived by his wife of 50 years, Arthena (Collier) LeMoine, his daughter Alana LeMoine (John), Sydney, his brother Adam LeMoine, North Sydney, sister-in-law Barbara LeMoine, North Sydney and a number of nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Hudson and his sisters Ruth, Irene, Yvonne and Mabel. There will be no visitation or funeral service by request. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Lois Ruelland Lois Ruelland of New Waterford passed away peacefully with her family at her side on April 29, 2015. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Catherine George of New Victoria. She is survived by her husband, Albert, New Waterford; daughters, Courtney ( Jon), Ottawa, and Lucinda ( Joe), New Waterford; grandchildren, Madison and Colin; brother Leonard (Debbie), Sackville; and sister Ann Norene (Edward), Victoria Mines. Lois enjoyed reading, playing Facebook games, cards, and the company of her grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Catherine, brother Terrence, in-laws George and Sis, and brother-in-law Robert. She will be greatly missed by her former co-workers at Simeon’s and Maple Hill Manor; and her special friends, Lily and Otis. There will be no visitation, as cremation has already taken place as per her wishes. Family and friends are invited to attend the interment at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at 11 a.m. June 14. A gathering will follow at the residence of her sister at 179 Kilkenny Lake Rd. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre in Lois’s memory. Special thanks to the 2nd floor staff at the New Waterford Hospital and New Dawn. Roy LeMoine North Sydney It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend Roy LeMoine, age 74, of Upper North Sydney, on Friday, May 1, 2015, at his residence. Roy was born in North Sydney, Aug. 12, 1940, he was a son of the late Cluett and Jennie ( Johnston) LeMoine. Roy was employed for a number of years with CN Express, later with Marine Atlantic and then as a school bus driver until his retirement. Roy loved being in the outdoors and spending time in his garage fixing things. Roy is survived by his wife of 50 years, Arthena (Collier) LeMoine, his daughter Alana LeMoine ( John), Sydney, his brother Adam LeMoine, North Sydney, sister-in-law Barbara LeMoine, North Sydney, and a number of nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Hudson and his sisters Ruth, Irene, Yvonne and Mabel. There will be no visitation or funeral service by request. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.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 published in The Chronicle Herald, August 2011 Mary Isabelle Miller Miller, Mary Isabelle – 76, Shubenacadie. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our wife and mother, Mary, on August 8, 2011. Mom was born on January 28, 1935, in Port Hood, and later settled in Shubenacadie upon meeting her husband and lifetime companion, Colin. Mary was a long time member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch #111, Shubenacadie, and the Catholic Women’s Club. Mom was a wonderful mother who loved to bake and take care of her family. She loved to play darts, and enjoyed a competitive game of cards. Surviving are her husband of 56 years, Colin: children, Cynthia (Vinnie) Toney; Thomas; Marie; Colin; Debbie Miller (Sandy MacIntosh); David; grandchildren, Amanda, Katie, Christina, Aimee, Christopher, Shannon, Rebecca; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters, Violet, Charlene (Francis Sutherland), Evelina (Donald Gillis); brothers, Edward MacDonald, Neil (Karen) MacDonald. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Mary (MacKinnon) Campbell; brothers, Bernard, John and Stephen. Visitation will be Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with funeral service on Thursday, at 2 p.m., both in St. Bridget’s Catholic Church, Shubenacadie, Deacon Wilfred Boudreau officiating. A vigil service will be held at 8 p.m., on Wednesday. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to Nova Scotia Lung Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. submitted by [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>