Cape Breton Deaths December 07, 2009 Monday There are 8 obituaries for December 7, 2009. 1. Huntley, Nora Viola - published December 7, 2009 2. Joseph, Brandon J - published December 7, 2009 3. MacInnis, Greg - published December 7, 2009 4. MacIsaac, Helen (MacKinnon) - published December 7, 2009 5. Marshall, Alfred J. 'Atji' - published December 7, 2009 6. Marshall, Margaretha 'Marg' Elizabeth - published December 7, 2009 7. Reid, Hugh Robert - published December 7, 2009 8. Sheppard, Margaret - published December 7, 2009 ******************************************************************************* Nora Viola Huntley, Sydney Mines Born at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada With great sadness, we, the family, regret to announce the passing of Nora Huntley, 85, which occurred at the Northside General Hospital on Sunday, Dec. 6, 2009. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Annie (Goodwin) Romeo. A lifelong resident of Sydney Mines, Nora was a devoted member of St. Pius X parish, Sydney Mines. Mom?s family and her faith were the foundation of her life and her greatest joys were being surrounded by family and friends at every opportunity. Nora is survived by her seven children, Bill (Vera) Huntley, Mount Uniacke, Anne Marie (Michael) MacKinnon, Georges River, Joan (Joe) Gallagher, Coxheath, with whom she resided, Fr. Ray Huntley, Pictou, Bud (Madonna) Huntley, North Sydney, John (Dianne) Huntley, Georges River, Lynn (Michael Haikings), Dartmouth. Nora is also survived by her six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Frank (Bessie), Angus (Eileen), both of Sydney Mines, Stanley (Bernice), Boularderie; sisters, Pauline MacMullin, Dartmouth, Mella (Russell) Jones, Truro, Ethel, Ontario, Lauretta (Ken) Byrne, North Sydney, Theresa Romeo (Scott), Boularderie, Marguerite Romeo, Sydney; sisters-in-law, Eileen Romeo, Marie Romeo and Madonna Romeo; brother-in-law, John MacDougall; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Nora was predeceased by her husband, Warren Huntley, as well as by her brothers, John, Peter and Lewis, sister, Rose MacDougall and brothers-in-law, John D. MacMullin and Gerald Lyle. Visitation for Nora Huntley will be held at Francis Funeral Home, Main Street, Sydney Mines, Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9 at St. Pius X Church, Sydney Mines, with burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to L?Arche Cape Breton, 3 L?Arche Lane, Whycocomagh, N.S., B0E 3M0. Online condolences may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ****************************************** Brandon Joseph Memorial Brandon Jude Joseph Dec7, 2007 Brandon's smiling face and pleasant way are so easy to recall. Loved, Remembered & Treasured God Bless Mother Mabel & Family ******************************************** Greg MacInnis In loving memory of Greg MacInnis who passed away December 7, 2007. Those we love we never lose, For always they will be. Loved, remembered, treasured, Always in our memory. Sadly missed by wife Linda, children Stephen, Heather, Kari, Phyllis and their family's. ***************************************** Helen (MacKinnon) MacIsaac, New Waterford Born in 25/03/1912 at Sugar Loaf , Nova Scotia , Canada It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of our dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Helen, at the Maple Hill Manor, New Waterford on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009. Born in Sugar Loaf, Victoria County on March 25, 1912, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Effie (MacDonald) MacLellan. She was a devout member of St. Leonard?s parish, New Waterford. Helen will be remembered for her love of a good time and her lively step-dancing. She spoke the Gaelic language fluently and had a passion for Scottish music. Helen also enjoyed both ice skating and roller skating in earlier years. Among our fond memories were her baking of bonnack and biscuits, her games of tarabish, her devotion to her family and grandchildren, constantly tending to their needs and her many games of horseshoes in her younger years. Widowed at an early age, Helen travelled widely throughout the United States and Canada. She was a woman of strong faith and character. Helen is survived by sons, Paul, New Victoria, and Collie (Betty), River Ryan; daughter, Phemie Walzak, New Waterford; brother, George MacLellan, Taigh Na Mara; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Helen was predeceased by both her husbands, Collie MacKinnon and John Archie MacIsaac, daughters, Anna MacArthur, Florence MacNeil, sons, Duncan and Colin, in infancy. She was also predeceased by brothers, Alan, Gus, William, Johnny, Hector, sisters, Margaret, Flora, Mary Jane, Christina, and Cassie. 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 mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, New Waterford with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel cemetery with a luncheon to follow at the Carmel Centre, New Waterford. Donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer?s Society or a charity of one?s choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ************************************************* Alfred J. ?Atji? Marshall, Eskasoni Born at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada Alfred Marshall, 49, of 68 Crane Cove Rd., Eskasoni, passed away Monday, Nov. 30, 2009, in Eskasoni. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Mrs. Mary Jane Marshall of Eskasoni, and the late Abraham Marshall. He was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. He was a very devoted ?hockey dad? for a number of years. Alfred was busy over the years doing carpentry work in Potlotek and Eskasoni. He also worked as a gas attendant at Sylliboy?s Grocery and Hardware. Surviving are his wife, Laura Ann ?Lulu?; two daughters, Annie Laura, at home, and Irena (Josh), Eskasoni; three sons, Abraham, Alfred and Antle, all of Eskasoni; three sisters, Marie (James) and Annie, both of Eskasoni; six brothers, Steve, Noel, Joseph (Alexina), Patrick, Shane and Albert, all of Eskasoni; and two grandsons, Tyrese and Dominic. Predeceased by an infant daughter, Angela Elizabeth, by niece, Rhea Mae, and sister, Elizabeth Marshall. The late Mr. Marshall will have visitation at the family residence, 68 Cove Crane Rd., after 2 p.m. today (Monday). Funeral mass will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences may be made to www.mem.com or twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ********************************************** Margaretha ?Marg? Elizabeth Marshall, Sydney It is with great sadness and deep sorrow that we the family announce the passing of Marg Marshall on Sunday, Dec. 6 , 2009, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney surrounded by her loving family. Born in Amsterdam, Holland, she was the daughter of the late Mathias and Elizabeth (Oriddle) Wouts. Marg enjoyed spending time with her family. She was an avid bingo player, loved a good card game and her favourite show, Coronation Street. Everyone loved hearing stories of home when she first arrived in Canada. She is survived by her five children, Connie (Allan) MacLennan and Donald (Barbara) Marshall, both of Halifax, Helen (Bob) McGrady, Karl (Judy) Marshall, and Gordie (Julie) Marshall, all of Sydney; brother, Thyse Wouts, Holland; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews in Holland. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Douglas, son, Douglas, sister, Susie, and brother, Bep. The family would like to express sincere appreciation to the staff of third floor Fisherman?s Cove, Harbourstone Enchance Care. There will be no visitaion by Marg?s request. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Reception to follow. Burial to follow in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ************************************** Hugh Robert Reid, Glace Bay/Donkin Born at Donkin , Nova Scotia , Canada Mr. Hugh Robert Reid, 85, of Glace Bay and formerly of Donkin passed away Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Donkin, Hugh was the son of the late John Robert and Sadie (Matheson) Reid. He was employed for 48 years with Dominion Steel and Coal Company and with Devco starting out at #24 colliery followed by 1B and then # 26 collieries and retiring from Lingan colliery in 1989. Hugh was a longtime member of the Donkin Citizen?s Brass Band. He was Past Master of the Thistle Lodge #36 AF AM and a former member of Newsom United Church choir and a present member of St. Luke?s United Church and choir in Donkin. Hugh also was a member of the Legionnaires Mens Chorus, Glace Bay and he sat on the board of directors of both the Miner?s Museum and the Glace Bay General Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Ruth (MacLeod); daughter, Helen (Lawrence ?Lonnie?) Murphy, Glace Bay; and son, Ken (Charlene) Reid, Donkin; brothers, Campbell (Hazel) Reid, Halifax and Andrew Reid, Glace Bay. Hugh will be missed by his loving grandchildren, Colin (Kerri), Glace Bay, Terry (Raven), Slave Lake, Alta., Jennifer (Dave), Donkin, John Robert (Tara), Glace Bay; and his two great-granddaughters, Callie and Jayln. Hugh was predeceased by brothers, John and Holland and a sister in infancy. Visitation for Mr. Hugh Reid will be held Monday, Dec. 7 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral service will follow Tuesday at 2 p.m. in St. Luke?s United Church, Donkin with Rev. Chris Matheson officiating with Interment to follow at St. Luke?s United Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Diabetes Society or to St. Luke?s United Church, Donkin. Online condolences may be forwarded to the family at www.mem.com or patten ******************************************** Margaret Sheppard In memory of Margaret Sheppard who passed away Dec. 7,2003. It has been six years And still your presence we miss. Your memory we will treasure forever. Loving you always, Clyde and family. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

I am looking for descendants of: James A. MacLellan and Sarah Lucinda Martell. They lived in Glace Bay. They had seven children Garfield,Percy,Douglas,Mary Irene,Sarah,Alexis and Norman. All lived in Glace Bay area except Norman who lived in Whycocomagh. Thanks, Nelson

Lark, did you perhaps mean the Beaton Institute? Here is their URL, but maybe their power is off today as much of Nova Scotia is affected by the storm today? http://www.cbu.ca/beaton/beaton.asp Virginia (Ward) Bergmann Researching Hants County surnames: WARD, MOSHER, CALDWELL, LOWTHERS, BERRY > From: Ds20065@aol.com > Date: Sun, 6 Dec 2009 12:15:31 -0500 > To: lark@seasidehighspeed.com; NS-CAPE-BRETON-L@rootsweb.com; NOVA-SCOTIA-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: [NS-L] [NS-CB] Louisbourg Parish Records > > Lark; > May not be the sight. Found this on an old message but cannot seem to bring > it up on my machine. Now that uccb has changed it name, may be on another > site. > Don > > _http://fortress.uccb.ns.ca/_ (http://fortress.uccb.ns.ca/) > > > In a message dated 06/12/2009 12:53:53 Atlantic Standard Time, > lark@seasidehighspeed.com writes: > > Hello All > Does anyone have the URL for the Louisbourg Institute site. > > Thanks > Lark > > > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NS-CAPE- > BRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the > subject and the body of the message > > > ---------------------------------------- > Basic List Commands: > > 1. To post to the list > Send a message to: > NOVA-SCOTIA-L@rootsweb.com > > 2. How to unsubscribe > a. List mode: Send a message to NOVA-SCOTIA-L- > request@rootsweb.com that contains only the word > unsubscribe > > b. Digest mode: Send a message to NOVA-SCOTIA-D- > request@rootsweb.com that contains only the word > unsubscribe > > 3. How to subscribe > Send an email containing only the word > subscribe > to NOVA-SCOTIA-L-request@rootsweb.com > > 4. How to change to Digest mode > a. Unsubscribe from List mode (2.a. above) > b. Subscribe to Digest mode > Send an email containing only the word > subscribe > to NOVA-SCOTIA-D-request@rootsweb.com > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NOVA-SCOTIA-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Here it is, http://epe.lac-bac.gc.ca/100/205/301/ic/cdc/louisbourg/genealogy/index.html Cheers, Paul Paul C. Landry Lower Sackville, NS L'Ardoise Website http://lardoise.netfirms.com St. John's Anglican Church Records http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~pclandry/ -----Original Message----- From: ns-cape-breton-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:ns-cape-breton-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Lark Szick Sent: Sunday, December 06, 2009 12:46 PM To: *Cape Breton list; *NS-L list Subject: [NS-CB] Louisbourg Parish Records Hello All Does anyone have the URL for the Louisbourg Institute site. Thanks Lark ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NS-CAPE-BRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.426 / Virus Database: 270.14.96/2548 - Release Date: 12/06/09 07:30:00

Hello All Does anyone have the URL for the Louisbourg Institute site. Thanks Lark

Lark; May not be the sight. Found this on an old message but cannot seem to bring it up on my machine. Now that uccb has changed it name, may be on another site. Don _http://fortress.uccb.ns.ca/_ (http://fortress.uccb.ns.ca/) In a message dated 06/12/2009 12:53:53 Atlantic Standard Time, lark@seasidehighspeed.com writes: Hello All Does anyone have the URL for the Louisbourg Institute site. Thanks Lark ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NS-CAPE- BRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Hello All, Anyone out there working on the Muise family with members who married into the Rambo /Rambeau/ Rambaud FAMILIES. Having a hard time finding info on the Rambeaus. I do know that Rambeau of Baralon who was Captain of the troops OF Canada, more than likely Louisbourg, was married to a Marie Catherine DeSable b. 1742 in Poitiers and she was receiving a pension of 600 French pounds at the time. Most other widows were getting 200 or 300 French Pounds if they were lucky. Rambeau de Baralon (Marie-Catherine du Sablé), épouse d'un capitaine cidevant des troupes du Canada, née en 1742, Poitiers, à vie 600 liv. >From the same source we have the BENOIT FAMILY Benoît (Anne), fille d'un capitaine des troupes, de l'ile royale, le 22 septembre 1728, à Charente, à vie (For life) 300 pounds" Benoît (Emclie-Jeanne), sa s¦ur, 4 novembre 1739, Charente,, à vie.. 200 liv. Benoît (Jeanne-Gervaise), sa s¦ur, 19 août 1744, Charente,, à vie 200 " Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Lark

Carol MacLean wrote: > UNKNOWN PAPER - NO DATE - (sorry, no first name either) > > MRS. D.E. STEVENSON - A large number of relatives and friends > gathered at Brule Church on Friday afternoon, April 2, to attend the > funeral of the late Mrs. D.E. STEVENSON, whose death occurred a week > earlier at Nanaimo, B.C. The late Mrs. STEVENSON was born in Cape > Breton, and after her marriage to the late D.E. STEVENSON was a > resident of Brule Point for 60 years. Her life was one of devotion > to her family and home and of interest in everything tending to the > welfare of the community. She had many friends in this part of the > province. The deceased was in her 84th year. Her husband passed > away 13 years ago. She leaves to mourn four daughters and five sons > (Hilda) Mrs. Stiles BUCKLER, Westchester, (Myrtle) Mrs. Lloyd CRAIG, > Ottawa, (Lily) Mrs. Frank MacKINNON, Brule, Lily W. Stevenson and Frank McKinnon married 30 Nov 1920 in Brule, Colchester County Item can be found in Registration Year: 1920 - Book: 54 - Page: 795 She was the daughter of David E and Phoebe April Willett . They married 31 Oct 1887 in Point Brule, age 25 and 22. Phoebe was born c 1865 in Main á Dieu to George and Henrietta. > (Viola) Mrs. Carman FORBES ( 1904, no marriage), Old Barns. Victor, > Waldegrave, Trueman, Ottawa, Lester and > Lyman of Nanaimo, B.C., > and Henry of Hopewell, Pictou County. A son > Laurie, passed away in > the Canadian West a number of years ago. snip bob gillis

Hey Lark, it was a bit slow but still coming in steady all day and again today George ----- Original Message ----- From: "Lark Szick" <lark@seasidehighspeed.com> To: "*Cape Breton list" <NS-CAPE-BRETON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, December 04, 2009 4:10 PM Subject: [NS-CB] LITTLE MAIL > Hello All, is anyone having problems receiving mail today. > > Regards > Lark > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > NS-CAPE-BRETON-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without > the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

Vancouver Sun/Province December 04, 2009 Friday SISTER CARMELITA AGNES MACKENZIE MacKENZIE - SR. CARMELITA AGNES MACKENZIE, SSA (SR.MARY CARMINA) Born November 15, 1925 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, died November 30, 2009 at St. Ann's Residence in Victoria, B.C. She entered the Sisters of St. Ann in 1945 and pronounced her vows on March 19, 1947. Sr. Carmelita's ministry was primarily in the field of Education. Over a span of 40 years as teacher and/or principal she taught students from grades 1 - 12. This ministry brought her to many areas in the province of British Columbia. In Vancouver she taught at Little Flower Academy, Immaculate Conception, St. Anthony's in West Van.; Our Lady of Lourdes in Coquitlam; St. Peter's, New Westminster; St. Ann's New Westminster; Sacred Heart, Prince George; KIRS, Kamloops; St. St. James, Vernon; Kuper Island, St. Ann's, Duncan; Smith Memorial, Port Alberni; and in Victoria St. Patrick's and St. Andrew's schools. Summer Catechetical assignments included Nulato, Alaska. Sr. Carmelita served as community historian. The thesis title for her Masters of Education Degree from U.B.C. was, History of St. Ann's Academy, Vancouver, B.C. (1888 - 1913). Carmelita worked in the SSA archives making important contributions in preserving history. In 1989 Sister Carmelita taught English in the Sister of St. Ann bilingual school in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Sister's love of music and her ability to play the organ served her well during her years of ministry and joy in her latter years. The second of 10 children born to Michael MacKenzie and Mary Agnes Pickup, she is survived by her brother Michael MacKenzie, her sister Eunice MacKenzie, sister-in-law Ellen Burns (Joseph), nieces, nephews, cousins, former students, friends and her own community of Sisters of St. Ann. Prayers will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at St. Ann's Residence, 2474 Arbutus Road, Victoria, B.C. The Mass of the Resurrection at 10:00a.m. on Friday, December 4, 2009 also at St. Ann's Residence. Interment at Hatley Memorial Gardens, Colwood, B.C. submitted by Muriel king <meank@bcsupernet.com>

OBIT # 4870 - HALIFAX HERALD - 3 JULY 2003 O'HANDLEY, Michael - 1930-2003. 73, 40 Lingan St., Dominion, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2003, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Dominion, he was a son of the late Hugh and Annie (Petrie) O'Handley. Michael graduated from St. Anne's High School, Glace Bay. He graduated from St. Francis Xavier University with a B.Ed., B.Sc. and M.A. in the Guidance Program. He was in the R.C.A.F. for five years. Michael held various teaching positions in both Nova Scotia and Newfoundland; Riverview High School, Mount Carmel, St. Agnes High School, Donkin-Morien High School, C.B.R.V. High School, C.F.B., Halifax. He was a guidance counselor in Burin, NL, and Canso Regional Vocational, Port Hawkesbury. Michael was also involved with hockey, while teaching at Donkin-Morien High School. Michael loved Cape Breton and no matter where he worked or travelled he always came home. He enjoyed the beach, walks on the boardwalk, taking pictures and in later years, working on his genealogy! 'on-line'. Michael will be sadly missed by sister, Anna Quann, Lower Sackville; two nephews, one niece; cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brother, Roy O'Handley. Visitation for Michael O'Handley will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Funeral mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Friday in St. Eugene's Church, Dominion, Father Jim Oliver officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Donations in Michael's memory may be made to the St. Eugene's Church Building Fund or Parkinson's Society of Canada, Maritime Region. submitted by "Douglas Sinnis" <dsinnis@ns.sympatico.ca>

UNKNOWN PAPER - NO DATE - (sorry, no first name either) MRS. D.E. STEVENSON - A large number of relatives and friends gathered at Brule Church on Friday afternoon, April 2, to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. D.E. STEVENSON, whose death occurred a week earlier at Nanaimo, B.C. The late Mrs. STEVENSON was born in Cape Breton, and after her marriage to the late D.E. STEVENSON was a resident of Brule Point for 60 years. Her life was one of devotion to her family and home and of interest in everything tending to the welfare of the community. She had many friends in this part of the province. The deceased was in her 84th year. Her husband passed away 13 years ago. She leaves to mourn four daughters and five sons (Hilda) Mrs. Stiles BUCKLER, Westchester, (Myrtle) Mrs. Lloyd CRAIG, Ottawa, (Lily) Mrs. Frank MacKINNON, Brule, (Viola) Mrs. Carman FORBES, Old Barns. Victor, Waldegrave, Trueman, Ottawa, Lester and Lyman of Nanaimo, B.C., and Henry of Hopewell, Pictou County. A son Laurie, passed away in the Canadian West a number! of years ago. Services at the church and at Bayview Cemetery were conducted by Rev. Garfield BRUCE of Tatamagouche. Hymns rendered by the choir were "Abide With Me," "When the Roll is Called up Yonder," "In the Garden". Pallbearers were Gerald MacKINNON, Donald STEVENSON, Lester BECK, Stanley JOLLYMORE. There were many beautiful floral tributes, which seemed especially fitting, as the late Mrs. STEVENSON was a great lover of flowers. submitted by "Douglas Sinnis" <dsinnis@ns.sympatico.ca>

Cape Breton Deaths December 05, 2009 Saturday There are 12 obituaries for December 5, 2009. 1. Cook, Barry - published December 5, 2009 2. Hardy, Flo and Sam - published December 5, 2009 3. Kennedy, Neil Joe J - published December 5, 2009 4. MacLean, Dale - published December 5, 2009 5. MACLEAN, DALE - published December 5, 2009 6. MacLean, George - published December 5, 2009 7. MacLeod, Margaret - published December 5, 2009 8. MacNamara, Anastasia - published December 5, 2009 9. McDonald, Hugh 'Hughie' J - published December 5, 2009 10. McLeod, Francis - published December 5, 2009 11. Siller, Colleen A. - published December 5, 2009 12. Baigent , Margaret (Bonnell) C - published December 5, 2009 ****************************************************************************** Barry Cook CARD OF THANKS - BARRY COOK We the family of Barry Cook, would like to express our heartfelt thanks for the love and support of Barry's family and friends and our family, friends and neighbours who shared in our sorrow during this most difficult time. We thank everyone who attended the wake, funeral, sent mass and sympathy cards, gave monetary gifts, sent flowers, memorial donations, brought food to the house, sent emails, made phone calls, babysat Barry's grandchildren, travelled to be with us offered a kind word or thought, or shared a special memory, we are truly grateful. Special thanks to Fr. Gerald Dunphy for your prayers and service, also the choir at Immaculate Heart Church, Mira road. Thank you to the readers, Barry's friend Debra Walsh, cousin Diane McCarthy, pallbearers, Barry's son Gary Cook, son-in-law Jamie Peinsznski , cousin Arthur Jones, friends Dave Coles, Neil Coles and Bobby LeTerte. Thanks to the EMS and the Sydney Police. Thanks to Jody Oakley for the lovely reception lunch. To the staff of Chants Funeral Home, we will be forever grateful for your professionalism, thoughtfulness, kindness and compassion you have shown to us. Thank you to each and everyone, you all made a difference "God Bless? We love you Barry "Dad" and miss you. ******************************************************* Flo and Sam Hardy In Memoriam - Hardy In loving memory of our wonderful parents "Flo Hardy" who passed away 17 years ago tomorrow, December 6, 1992 and "Sam Hardy" who passed away two years ago today, December 6, 2007. Every day in some small way, we miss you more than words can say. In our hearts you will always stay, loved and remembered every day. We want to tell you Mom and Dad So there won't be any doubt You are wonderful to remember But so hard to live without There's always a face before us Voices we would love to hear Smiles we will always remember Of parents we loved so dear Sweet is your memory, precious your names', deep in our hearts, you will always remain Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by son Barry, daughter-in-law Susan *********************************** Neil Joe Kennedy, Scotchtown Born in 20/07/1954 at New Waterford , Nova Scotia , Canada Neil Joe Kennedy, age 55 of Scotchtown, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in New Waterford, July 20, 1954, he was the son of the late Neil and Dorothy (MacNeil) Kennedy. Neil was a member of Mt. Carmel Church as well as a member of the New Waterford Army Navy Airforce Veterans Unit No. 217. He worked for 22 years at the Cavalier Tavern. He loved sports and was a die hard Detroit Red Wings and New York Yankees fan. Neil Joe was best known for maintaining the Knot. Neil Joe is survived by his brother, Danny Kennedy, Sydney and a special friend, Eckie Pezzarello. He was predeceased by both parents. Cremation has taken place. Visitation is on Sunday evening, December 6, 2009 from 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass officiated by Fr. Doug MacDonald is Monday morning at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue. Interment will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Army Navy Airforce Veterans Unit No. 217, Wilson Avenue, New Waterford. As an expression of sympathy for Neil Joe, donations in his memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences to the family may be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ****************************************** Dale MacLean In loving memory of our son Dale MacLean who passed away 3 years ago December 6, 2009. We dream of you, dear loved one, And see your smiling face, And know that you are happy In our Father's chosen place. Loved, missed Mom and Dad DALE MACLEAN In loving memory of Dale MacLean who left us suddenly December 6, 2006. He left us quietly, his thoughts unknown But left us memories we are proud to own So treasure him Lord in your garden of rest. For on earth he was one of the best! Forever loved and missed, Carol, Candace and Greg ********************************************** George MacLean On November 6, our family was deeply saddened when God called home a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Our lives have been forever changed. We would like to take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt thanks to all who offered their sympathy and support during this difficult time. Special thanks to Doctors Hussein, Ansari and Ritter for the dedicated care given to our loved one. Thank you also to all the staff and nurses at the C.B. Cancer Centre, 4B and Palliative care at the C.B. Regional Hospital, Glace Bay ICU and Dr. Ley. Thank you to Fr. John Melnick SSA, a very special nephew who traveled from Kansas to be with us. His prayers and beautiful Funeral Mass brought so much comfort. Our thanks to V.J. McGillivrary Funeral home, pall bearers, readers, servers, St. Joseph's Ladies Choir and CWL for the lovely reception after the funeral. Thank you to all who sent food, mass ans sympathy cards, emails, and charitable donations in memory of George. Your kindness touched our hearts. God bless you all. Celia, Scott, Janice, Nicole, and families. ******************************************** Margaret MacLeod CARD OF THANKS ?Margaret MacLeod? 1952 ? 2009 We, the family of the late Margaret MacLeod, wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all who shared in our grief of Marg?s passing on November 19, 2009. Thank you for the kind gifts of food, cards, flowers, e-mails, visits, phone calls, prayers and donations made in Marg?s name. Thank you to her family doctor, Dr. S. Ellerker. Thank you to Drs. Gowan, D?Intino, Ritter and Surgeon Phil Smith. Thank you to the Palliative Care Unit, the Cancer Centre, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital and the V.O.N. Thank you to the Glace Bay Hospital ER Dept, the ICU and the nurses and staff of the 3rd floor. Thank you to the Hospital Clergy Mary Lou MacDougall. Thank you to Ken McGillivray and Dale Redmond of McGillivray Funeral Home, to Martha MacDonald C.D.M. and Stephanie Doyle for a memorable service and to all those who attended the service, your kindness will not be forgotten. God Bless each and everyone of you Husband Bill, sons Troy and Jason and their families ****************************************** Anastasia MacNamara We, the family of the late Anastasia MacNamara, who passed away Nov. 21, 2009 at the Northside Guest Home. We wish to express our sincere thanks to all who phoned, sent emails, brought food, cards, monetary gifts, floral arrangements, attended at the funeral home and church. A special heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Northside Community Guest Home who treated our special Mom like their very own Nanny Mac.To Clayton and Frank at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, thank you for your professional service and compassion. Thank you to Fr. Valiabeetil for your prayers & lovely service. We thank organist Sharon Ianetti & the choir for their music & Lisa Penny for her beautiful solo. We thank Wendy Ezekiel & Dwight Fraser for their readings. To the ladies of St. Pius for their reception following the service, thanks you. Thank you to the pallbearers; Kyle Dearing, Ryan Fraser, Adam Fraser, Eldan Snow, Curtis MacDonald and Russell Cadwell. Our family will never forget the overwhelming support we received during this difficult time. We thank each one of you who helped us in any way. God Bless, Daughters; Bev, Clara, Brenda, Heather, Dale Carrol, Wendy, Sons; Butch and Don. *********************************************** Hugh 'Hughie' McDonald, Port Morien Born in 23/08/1926 at Port Morien , Nova Scotia , Canada The family of Hugh James (Hughie) McDonald sadly announce his passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on December 03, 2009. Born in Port Morien, August 23, 1926, Hughie was the 5th of 10 children of the late Augustine and Bertha (Phalen) McDonald. Hughie held the position of Director of Social Services, where he stayed for 31 years until his retirement in 1991. He was on the board of directors of the John Howard Society and the Cape Breton Homemakers and was a founding member of the Port Morien Fire Department. He was an active member of St. Mary?s Roman Catholic Church in Port Morien. He was well known for his quick wit, sense of humor and his ability to tell a story. He is survived by his wife Pat (Edstrom); sons, Ken (Nancy), Port Morien, Paul (Val), Truro, and Keith (Sue), Halifax and grandchildren Katherine, Dennis, Leah, Glen, Frances, Andrew, Kate and Gillian; sister, Mary (Dave) Jelusich, Burlington; brothers, Kevin, Toronto, Garfield, Vancouver, and sister-in-law Hazel McDonald (Burlington). Besides his parents he was predeceased by siblings Rita (Mac) Ferguson, Frances (Steve) O?Handley, Margaret (Basil) Nearing, Teresa (Neil) Wadden, Louis (Kay) and David as well as sister-in-law Frankie McDonald. 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. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009 at St. Mary?s Church, Port Morien with Fr. Jake Andrea officiating followed by interment in the parish cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in Hughie?s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Online condolences to the McDonald family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. *********************************************** Francis McLeod, Glace Bay Born at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada Francis Madden McLeod, 78, of 118 Fifth Street, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4, 2009 at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay he was a son of the late Michael and Isabel (MacDonald) McLeod. Francis is survived by sister, Mary Mills and brother Bernie ?Eckels?; several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Michael, Alex, Ginger and Billy; sisters, Shirley, Rita, Theresa and one in infancy. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Curry?s Funeral Home. There will be a memorial mass for Francis on Monday Dec. 7, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations in Francis? memory are suggested to the Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ********************************************** Colleen Anne Siller Memorial Service A memorial service for Colleen Anne Siller (nee Gillis) who passed away on November 15, 2009 in Calgary, AB, will be held at St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Church, 105 Alexandra St., Sydney, on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009 at 11 a.m. ************************************************* Colleen Margaret (Bonnell) Baigent 78, Halifax Colleen Margaret (Bonnell) Baigent, 78, passed away peacefully at home in Halifax with her family at her bedside on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. Born in Westmount, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Agnes Bonnell. Colleen will be remembered for her smile and loving kindness to others. She loved to have family and friends drop by for a cup of tea and some of her famous biscuits. She loved to bake and there were always cookies for her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband, Harry, her best friend and high school sweetheart. They married in 1952 and enjoyed 57 happy years together. Throughout their married life, they travelled the country with Harry's work with the telephone company, living in Cape Breton, Montreal, Boulder, Colorado, Grand Prairie, AB, Keremeos, Kamloops and Invermere, BC, Ottawa and Halifax, retiring to Truro and later to Halifax. Colleen's warm and generous spirit rewarded her with life-long friendships across Canada and the US. She especially looked forward to Christmas, which brought cards and news from each of them. Over the years, until health issues interfered, Colleen volunteered her time with many great causes, including hospital auxiliaries, the United Church, private nursing registry, the Lupus Society and the Heart & Stroke Foundation. She was devoted to her family, always making their needs her priority. Her family, friends and all of those whose lives she touched and enriched will lovingly and dearly miss her. She is survived by her daughters, Diane Bainbridge (Glenn), Vancouver and Wendy Brunt (Rod), Halifax and her sons, David Baigent (Jenny) and Rick Baigent (Martha), both of Halifax. She adored her grandsons, Michael Bainbridge (Shauna), Sooke, BC, Nicholas (Pam), Vancouver, Adam Baigent, England, Kyle Baigent, Fredericton, Mark Baigent and Scott Baigent, Halifax; and her granddaughter, Lindsay Bainbridge (such a joy), Vancouver, as well as her great-grandsons, Connor and Logan Bainbridge, Sooke, BC. She is also survived by her sister, Anna MacGillivary (George); brothers, Owen (Anne), Aubrey, Roy (Fern), Donnie (Anne) Bonnell; and sister-in-law, Rose Bonnell, all of Sydney, Cape Breton. She was predeceased by her brother, Harvey and sister-in-law, Edwina Bonnell. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

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Cape Breton Deaths December 04, 2009 Friday There are 6 obituaries for December 4, 2009. Baigent , Margaret (Bonnell) C - published December 4, 2009 Fogarty, Kieran F - published December 4, 2009 Fogarty, Kieran F - published December 4, 2009 Howley, Theresa - published December 4, 2009 Ryan, Cyril V - published December 4, 2009 Siller, Colleen A. - published December 4, 2009 **************************************************************************** Margaret (Bonnell) Baigent , Halifax Born at Westmount , Nova Scotia , Canada Margaret Colleen (Bonnell) Baigent, 78, passed away peacefully at home in Halifax with her family at her bedside on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009. Born in Westmount, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Agnes Bonnell. Colleen will be remembered for her smile and loving kindness to others. She loved to have family and friends drop by for a cup of tea and some of her famous biscuits. She loved to bake and there were always cookies for her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband, Harry, her best friend and high school sweetheart. They married in 1952 and enjoyed 57 happy years together. Throughout their married life, they travelled the country with Harry?s work with the telephone company, living in Cape Breton, Montreal, Boulder, Colorado, Grand Prairie, AB, Keremeos, Kamloops and Invermere, BC, Ottawa and Halifax, retiring to Truro and later to Halifax. Colleen?s warm and generous spirit rewarded her with life-long friendships across Canada and the US. She especially looked forward to Christmas, which brought cards and news from each of them. Over the years, until health issues interfered, Colleen volunteered her time with many great causes, including hospital auxiliaries, the United Church, private nursing registry, the Lupus Society and the Heart & Stroke Foundation. She was devoted to her family, always making their needs her priority. Her family, friends and all of those whose lives she touched and enriched will lovingly and dearly miss her. She is survived by her daughters, Diane Bainbridge (Glenn), Vancouver and Wendy Brunt (Rod), Halifax and her sons, David Baigent (Jenny) and Rick Baigent (Martha), both of Halifax. She adored her grandsons, Michael Bainbridge (Shauna), Sooke, BC, Nicholas (Pam), Vancouver, Adam Baigent, England, Kyle Baigent, Fredericton, Mark Baigent and Scott Baigent, Halifax; and her granddaughter, Lindsay Bainbridge (such a joy), Vancouver, as well as her great-grandsons, Connor and Logan Bainbridge, Sooke, BC. She is also survived by her sister, Anna MacGillivary (George); brothers, Owen (Anne), Aubrey, Roy (Fern), Donnie (Anne) Bonnell; and sister-in-law, Rose Bonnell, all of Sydney, Cape Breton. She was predeceased by her brother, Harvey and sister-in-law, Edwina Bonnell. She was very fond of her nephews and nieces, especially Nancy. Colleen was eternally grateful for the excellent care and concern given to her from Dr. Geordie Richardson, her family physician. The family also extends their special thank you to Dr. Richardson, as well as Dr. Ross Leighton, LPN Joan Merrick, the VON, Rev. David Hann and all who made it possible for Colleen to remain at home with her husband and family during the last year of her declining health. Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with funeral service held in Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. By request, family flowers only. Donations in memory may be made to the Lupus Association, the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. *********************************** Kieran Fogarty In loving memory of dear dad and Papa Kieran Fogarty who passed away 1 year ago Dec. 4, 2008. God took him home, it was His will, But in our hearts we love him still; His memory is as dear today As in the hour he passed away. We often sit and think of him When we are all alone For memory is the only friend That grief can call its own. Loved always daughter, Brenda and son, Kieran and grandchildren, Kyran, Kyle, Cody, Cameron and Curtis. Father Kieran Fogarty, sydney Born in 12/04/1935 at sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada Papa I can't believe it has been a year since God called for you. Everyday we say hi to you up in the sky and blow you a kiss. I share stories and show Kaedence your picture so she knows who you are. We will never forget you Papa for you were our best friend. You are now our Guardian Angel. Love you and miss you MacKayla, Kaedence, Jackie, Charlie, Flo and Gregory. ****************************************** Theresa Howley We the family of the late Theresa Quinn Howley, wish to express our most sincere gratitude to all those who shared in our recent loss. Thanks to all who attended the wake, the funeral, who called and visited our home and brought so much food. Thank you to those who sent flowers, mass cards, sympathy cards and donations in memory of Mom, we are truly grateful for your thoughtful acts of kindness and shared memories. Thanks to Father Peter McLeod, Father Jake Andrea and Father Sandy MacNeil for celebrating Mom's funeral mass and the choir and organist of St. Joseph's parish. The readers Anita Anthony and Harold MacDonald. Thank you to the pall bearers, William Carey, Gerald Howley, Alex Quinn, Bill Jessome, Russ and Mark Howley. Thank you to the ladies of the Bras'D'or CWL for providing a delightful lunch at the reception. Thank you to the Francis Funeral Home in Sydney Mines for their kindness and support. A special thanks to everyone who traveled from away to share in our tears and mirth, you will always be remembered. God Bless You, The Howley Family ************************** Cyril Ryan, Sydney Mines Born at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada Cyril Vincent Ryan, 78, a resident of MacGillivray Guest Home, formerly of Sydney Mines, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Margaret (Tobin) Ryan. He is survived by his sisters, Gloria Reid, Sydney Mines and Sarah (Simon) Arsenault, Ingonish Beach and several nieces and nephews. Besides his mother, he was predeceased by his sister, Kathleen Brown and his brothers, John D. and Thomas. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A graveside service will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph?s Cemetery, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to d.francis@ns.sympatico.ca. ************************************* Colleen Anne Siller Memorial Service A memorial service for Colleen Anne Siller (nee Gillis) who passed away on Nov. 15, 2009, in Calgary, Alta., will be held at St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Church, 105 Alexandra St., Sydney, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at 11 a.m. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

I was wondering if anyone knew who the A. Wilbert MacIver husband of Annie MacInnes MacIver this obit is for? I have found documentation for the following person and think this might be a possible match? Here is who I'm searching: Angus Wilbert MacIver/McIver born Aug. 2, 1905 in Little Narrows Cape Breton NS died May 5, 1981 in Cambridge/Belmont MA son of Angus Neil MacIver & Mary J MacLean grandson of Neil Big MacIver and Catherine MacDonald great grandson of Malcolm MacIver & Isabelle MacDonald great great grandson of Neil MacIver & Matheson Angus Wilbert MacIver/McIver was also listed in 1930 US Census as living with his sister Nellie C MacIver/McIver Dudeck. Nellie was married to Joseph J Dudeck. If anyone knows any information on who this A. Wilbert MacIver married to Annie MacInnes MacIver in the obit below I would appreciate it. Also if anyone happens to know any more information for my Angus Wilbert MacIver/McIver or his sister Nellie C MacIver/McIver Dudeck I would be very grateful. Thanks Jo McIver This obit was in the 1/23/04 edition of the MetroWest Daily News (Framingham, MA). While it does not say that Annie was born in Nova Scotia, her maiden name is familiar to a lot of us. I put that together with the fact that she was Presbyterian and decided that she must an ancestor of someone on one of the lists. Hope this helps someone ..... Elizabeth NEEDHAM -- Annie (MacInnes) MacIver, 94, a former longtime resident of Belmont, died Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, in Needham. She was the wife of the late A. Wilbert MacIver. She was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church in Needham, member of the church choir and drama club and was actively involved in Sunday School and various women's groups. She leaves her daughters, Elizabeth MacIver of Holliston and Linda Conklin of Olympia, Wash.; grandchildren, Jean Vangsness of Stow, Brent Conklin of Olympia, Joanna MacIver of Seattle and Matthew Conklin of Olympia; and one great-granddaughter, Rebecca Vangsness. She was the sister of the late Angus MacInnes. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, at 10:30 a.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Needham, 1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham. Burial will be private. Instead of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Fund at the Presbyterian Church in Needham, 1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham, MA 02492; or Habitat for Humanity International, 121 Habitat St., Americus, GA 31709 attention Gifts from the Heart. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Eaton Funeral Home, Needham. _________________________________________________________________ Windows 7: Unclutter your desktop. Learn more. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/videos-tours.aspx?h=7sec&slideid=1&media=aero-shake-7second&listid=1&stop=1&ocid=PID24727::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WWL_WIN_7secdemo:122009

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Cape Breton Deaths December 03, 2009 Thursday There are 11 obituaries for December 3, 2009. 1. Boudreau, Alfred - published December 3, 2009 2. Carpenter, Blaine J - published December 3, 2009 3. Downey, Reginald L - published December 3, 2009 4. Fraser, Alexander - published December 3, 2009 5. Green, Thomas - published December 3, 2009 6. McPherson, George - published December 3, 2009 7. Naidu, Dr. S. Baliah - published December 3, 2009 8. Sampson, Frank - published December 3, 2009 9. Sheppard, Marion - published December 3, 2009 10. Sholdra, Michael - published December 3, 2009 11. Siller, Colleen A. - published December 3, 2009 ******************************************************************************* Alfred Boudreau In loving memory of Alfred Luke Boudreau who passed away 2 yrs ago December 3/07 Time speeds on, two years have passed Since death its gloom, its shadow cast. Within our home, where all seemed bright, And took from us a shining light. We miss that light and ever will; His vacant place there's none to fill. Down here we mourn, but not in vain, For up in heaven we will meet again. sadly missed & loved wife Ethel, sons Richard and Gerard and families *********************************************** Blaine Carpenter Born at River Ryan , Nova Scotia , Canada It is with great sadness that we, the family of Blaine Carpenter, announce his sudden passing at his residence on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009 at the age of 63. Born in River Ryan, Blaine was the son of the late John and Bridget (Quinn) Carpenter. He was a member of the Parish Church of St. Leonard?s . Blaine was employed with Nova Scotia Power for a number of years and was owner/operator of B & J Dairy on Union Highway until his retirement . Blaine enjoyed hunting and fishing especially his many trips to Washabuck with his late brother, James. He enjoyed watching and cheering his favourite two sport teams - Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs. Blaine had many friends who enjoyed his company and lasting friendship. Blaine is survived by his brothers, Bernie (Jean) and Jackie, New Waterford and by his sister, Evelyn (Jack) Walsh, Bridgewater. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, Blaine was predeceased by his brother, James and sisters, Mamie MacKinnon and Carmel MacDonald. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Parish Church of St. Leonard?s, Mount Carmel Avenue, New Waterford, with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. A private family interment will take place at a later date. There will be a luncheon immediately following the mass at St. Agnes Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford, all are welcomed to attend. As an expression of sympathy for Blaine, donations can be made to a charity of one?s choice. To view Blaine?s online book of memories, light a memorial candle, or send your condolences directly to the family please go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ****************************************** Reginald Downey, Sydney Born at Amherst , Nova Scotia , Canada It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Reg Downey on November 24, 2009 at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney. Born in Amherst, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Beatrice (Amon) Downey. He was employed with Canadian Assemblies for 17 years. Then worked for Amherst Woodworkers/Premdor for over 30 years, until his retirement. He was an active member of the United Pentecostal Church. He also enjoyed volunteering at a local food bank in Halifax. Reg is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Mansfield) Downey, his son, Wayne (Loretta) Downey, River Hebert; daughter, Vicky (Tony) Hum, Amherst; stepchildren, Deborah (Lloyd) Crittenden, Sydney; Lorne (Kathy) Howell, Edmonton. Also survived by his grandchildren; Stephanie (Linton), Megan (Chris), Matthew and Shelby, step grandchildren; Chris, Mark, Kandie, he was known as Grampie Reg to Avery, Sarah, Virginia, Logan and Makayla. He is survived by sisters, Dorothy Goodwin, Amherst, Eileen Bogart, Edmonton, June Hank, Red Deer; as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Margaret. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at the First United Pentecostal Church, Amherst with Rev. Jonathon Cole officiating. Interment to follow in Amherst Cemetery, Amherst. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... ******************************************* Alexander Fraser, Alder Point Born at Mill Creek , Nova Scotia , Canada We regret to announce the passing of our dear son, brother, uncle and friend Alex Fraser. He passed away on Monday, Nov. 30, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Mill Creek, Alex was the son of Edith (Jessome) Fraser Devoe and the late John Fraser. He was a member of St. Ann?s parish, Alder Point. Alex was a member of the Seafarer?s International Union until his retirement. His favourite pastime was fishing and time spent at the shore. You could usually find him on his many journeys from home to the wharf. He was a very quiet, humble man who enjoyed spending time in his garden and with his cat. He is survived by his mother, Edith Mae, Miner?s Memorial Manor, Sydney Mines; sister, Mary (Rod) MacInnis, New Minas; brothers, David (Joan), Walter (Elaine), both of Alder Point, Ron, Fort McMurray and their families. Besides his father John, he was predeceased by his brother Bernard. At his request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A funeral mass celebrating Alex?s life will be held on Friday, Dec. 4, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Ann?s Church, Alder Point, with Fr. Peter MacLeod officiating. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. *********************************************** Thomas Green In Memoriam - Green In memory of Thomas Green who died December 3, 2006 Loved ones pass away But memories will always stay Remembered and missed everyday Elizabeth ****************************************** George McPherson CARD OF THANKS ?George McPherson? The family of the late George McPherson would like to thank our relatives, friends, neighbors and co workers for their generous support and kindness during our recent loss. Sincere thanks to those who attended the visitation or service and for the gifts of food, charitable donations, sympathy cards, Mass cards, online condolences or phone calls. Special thanks go out to Dr. Ellerker and the entire staff of Taigh Na Mara who treated Dad with such wonderful care and dignity. To Branch 3 Legion who honored our father with the Last Post, thank you. Also to Father Leo Boone and Father Albert Maroun, as well as organist/singer Stephanie Doyle, we offer our gratitude. To Barb (Bobbi) Smith for all you?ve done, thank you. To the staff at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, your professionalism, kindness and helpfulness will always be remembered. The McPherson Family ********************************************** Dr. S. Baliah Naidu Card of Thanks - Naidu Mohini and Shamu Naidu would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all of their close friends who came to pay their respect to their beloved husband and father, Dr. S. Baliah Naidu. It is during difficult times like these that one appreciates the generosity and love of our extraordinary community. Thank you and God Bless you all. ***************************************************** Frank Sampson In Memoriam - Sampson In loving memory a dear husband, father and grandfather, Frank Sampson, who passed away two years ago today. Gone but not forgotten Wife Flo, daughter Amy (Ben), son Gordie (Helen) and granddaughter Amelie *********************************** Marion Sheppard Card of Thanks - Marion Sheppard The family of the Marion Sheppard, who passed away November 15, wish to thank our relatives, friends and neighbours for the kindness and support shown to us. Thank you to those who visited, sent flowers, sympathy cards, charitable donations, emails, telephone calls, sent food to our homes, and those who traveled a long distance to be with us. Special thanks to the staff of Spanish Bay at the Cove Guest Home, for the care and kindness shown to her, also to Dr. J. Archibald. Sincere thanks to Rev. Maggie Coleman, the choir and organist of Trinity United Church and to the Ladies Guild who provided Lunch following the service. Thank you to the pallbearers, Philip, Cliff, Pal Andrews, Tom Hullford, Glen Stevens and Clyde (Boots) MacDonald. Special thanks to the staff of Sydney Memorial Chapel for the support and kindness shown to our family. Daughter Audrey Andrews, son John (Buck) )Sheppard, and granddaughter, Lynn Young ***************************************** Mr. Michael Sholdra, Winnipeg Born at Montreal , Quebec , Canada Michael Sholdra 76, Winnipeg Michael Sholdra, 76, of Winnipeg, MB passed away at Seven Oaks General Hospital on November 29, 2009, after a brief illness. Michael was born in Montreal to Ivan and Sophia (Yurkewych) Sholdra, and was raised in Sydney, Cape Breton, NS. He is survived by his sister, Anne (Bruce) Willis, New Glasgow, NS; nephew, Michael Willis, and nieces, Michelle (Willis) Stanley, Sandra Somers and Denise Somers; three great-nephews; and close friend, Mary (Landemeyer) Woo. He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Saraphyna ?Sara? Somers in 2006. Michael worked at the steel plant in Sydney from 1951 to 1960, and was a retired employee of Canada Post in Vancouver and Winnipeg. He had a great sense of humour and had a wide circle of friends in Sydney and Winnipeg. Mike resided since June of this year at Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg. Mike maintained close ties with his family, and he will be dearly missed by his family. By Mike?s request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Final arrangements are entrusted to Thomson Funeral Home, 669 Broadway, Winnipeg. ************************************** Colleen Anne Siller Memorial Service A memorial service for Colleen Anne Siller (nee Gillis) who passed away on Nov. 15, 2009, in Calgary, Alta., will be held at St. Anthony Daniel Catholic Church, 105 Alexandra St., Sydney, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, at 11 a.m. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Chronicle Herald - Friday 05 January 1990 - Page C5 - Hilda MacDonald dies at age 104 - MacDonald, Hilda Havergall - 104, Wolfville, died Thursday in Eastern Kings Memorial Hospital, Wolfville. Born in Glendyer, Inverness County, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Annabel (Cameron) MacDonald. She received her nursing training at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in 1910. In 1914, she went overseas with 24 nurses and was awarded a Royal Red Cross by King George V at Buckingham Palace. After the war, she returned to Canada and worked for four years in Saskatchewan before accepting a position with the Nova Scotia Teachers College, where she worked for 20 years. Many of her retirement years were spent in Wolfville and her summer cottage in Glendyer. The body has been cremated. A grave-side service will be held at a later date in Elmwood Cemetery, Glendyer. Donations may be made to Eastern Kings Memorial Hospital. submitted by Richard Noble <nobler@accesswave.ca>

I am trying to find the death records for George Hall around 1809 wife Catherine Hall (nee Weir) Thank you Patricia