I just want to send a quick thanks to all who responded to me. Your info was very helpful and I have made great headway. Diane ----- Original Message ----- From: Diane McConkey To: NS-CAPE-BRETON@rootsweb.com Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 6:38 PM Subject: Munroe search Hello I am still looking for the burial place of my grandmother Mary Ann (Munroe) MacAulay. She was born Jan 17, 1887 Reserve Mines or Dominion, Cape Breton. She died approx 1934 and would have been about 48 years old . Her Father was Alex Munroe (1851-1901) and her mother was Jessie Ann Munroe (MacNeil). Mary Ann Munroe shows up on the 1901and 1911 census. She married my grandfather Norman MacAulay Nov 6, 1917 when she was 31. Sometimes the name Munroe has an "e" and sometimes not. I have sent away to the National Archives in Nova Scotia to do a search for a death certificate but so far no luck. I searched the cemetary in Reserve Mines (Gordon United) where her father and other relatives are buried but couldn't find any markings. I have heard that sometimes people were buried without markings. Would anyone have any advice on how I can locate the burial place of my grandmother. Also in 1953 two of her sisters applied for Delayed Registration of Birth. My grandmother was deceased by this time so perhaps her birth was never registered however wouldn't her death be registered. According to rumour I have heard several stories of how she died. Thank you for any assistance you can give me. This really means a lot to me. Diane McConkey

Could someone please let me know where the Cape Breton deaths are stored and how to access them? This site no longer works nscpbret/CBIOBITS/qryindex.htm Alex Gillis

Hi Joe, The family of Andre 'Andrew' Damase Dugas and Anne Fougere left River Bourgeois between 1878 and 1880 for PEI. The last daughter to be born in River Bourgeois was Suzanne Dec 13, 1878. Their next child, Margaret Anne, was born Apr 4, 1881 in Rollo, PEI. Andre Damase Dugas was born on Dec 11, 1843 in River Bourgeois, NS. Andre Damase Dugas and Anne Fougere were married on Jan 15, 1866 in River Bourgeois, NS. Anne Fougere (daughter of Amable Fougere and Barbe Elizabeth Coste) was born about 1842. Andre Damase Dugas and Anne Fougere had the following children: 2 i. Firmin Dugas was born on Jan 24, 1867 in River Bourgeois, NS. 3 ii. Elizabeth Dugas was born on Jul 15, 1869 in River Bourgeois, NS. 4 iii. Amable Dugas was born on Sep 9, 1870 in River Bourgeois, NS. He died on Dec 26, 1870 in River Bourgeois, NS. 5 iv. Celestin 'Sylvester' Dugas was born on Sep 29, 1871 in River Bourgeois, NS. 6 v. Andre Dugas was born on Oct 13, 1872 in River Bourgeois, NS. 7 vi. Barbara Anne Dugas, born on Jul 3, 1874, River Bourgeois, NS; married Louis Valentine Meurant, on Oct 19, 1893, New Glasgow, NS; died on Sep 26, 1945, Souris, PE. 8 vii. Amable Dugas was born on Sep 18, 1875 in River Bourgeois, NS. 9 viii. Aime Michel Dugas was born on Sep 29, 1876 in River Bourgeois, NS. 10 ix. Marie Virginie Dugas was born on Dec 6, 1877 in River Bourgeois, NS. 11 x. Susanne Dugas was born on Dec 13, 1878 in River Bourgeois, NS. 12 xi. Margaret Ann Dugas was born on Apr 4, 1881 in Rollo, PEI. 13 xii. Alexander Dugas was born on Nov 9, 1882 in Rollo, PEI. 14 xiii. William Daniel Dugas was born on Jun 5, 1884 in Rollo, PEI. 15 xiv. Joseph Dugas was born on Apr 8, 1887 in Rollo, PEI. 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 Anne and Joe Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 8:13 PM To: ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Dugas Greetings: Recently several people contributed some interesting information on the Dugas family. Does anyone know who were the first to leave Cape Breton and make their way to Prince Edward Island? Thank You Joe Cox ------------------------------- 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: 8.5.329 / Virus Database: 270.12.31/2116 - Release Date: 05/15/09 06:16:00

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Diane McConkey wrote: > Hello I am still looking for the burial place of my grandmother Mary > Ann (Munroe) MacAulay. She was born Jan 17, 1887 Reserve Mines or > Dominion, Cape Breton. She died approx 1934 and would have been > about 48 years old . What is your evidence that she died about 1934? Have you looked at all the 34 *aulay, Mary Deaths on NSHVS at https://www.novascotiagenealogy.com/ Two Norman MacAulays died in 1923 and 1937 have you checked out these records and if the 1923 death is her husband, checked for a remarriage? bob gillis > Her Father was Alex Munroe (1851-1901) and her > mother was Jessie Ann Munroe (MacNeil). Mary Ann Munroe shows up on > the 1901and 1911 census. She married my grandfather Norman MacAulay > Nov 6, 1917 when she was 31. Sometimes the name Munroe has an "e" and > sometimes not. I have sent away to the National Archives in Nova > Scotia to do a search for a death certificate but so far no luck. I > searched the cemetary in Reserve Mines (Gordon United) where her > father and other relatives are buried but couldn't find any markings. > I have heard that sometimes people were buried without markings. > Would anyone have any advice on how I can locate the burial place of > my grandmother. > > Also in 1953 two of her sisters applied for Delayed Registration of > Birth. My grandmother was deceased by this time so perhaps her birth > was never registered however wouldn't her death be registered. > According to rumour I have heard several stories of how she died. > > Thank you for any assistance you can give me. This really means a > lot to me. > > Diane McConkey > > ------------------------------- 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 >

Cape Breton Deaths May 16, 2009 Saturday There are 7 obituaries for May 16, 2009. 1. Barrie, Anna 'Peggy' M - published May 16, 2009 2. Dawson, Kathleen 'Kaye' - published May 16, 2009 3. Halliday , Lois Ann - published May 16, 2009 4. Kennedy, Blaise - published May 16, 2009 5. MacLeod, Angus 'Angie' C - published May 16, 2009 6. Seaton, Jacqueline - published May 16, 2009 7. Mason (MacKenzie), Elizabeth - published May 16, 2009 Anna 'Peggy' Barrie, London Born in 06/11/1932 at North Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - With tender and affectionate hearts her family announces her peaceful passing at Victoria Hospital in London, Ont., Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the young age of 76 years old. Born in North Sydney on November 6, 1932, Peggy was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine ?Cassie? (Brewer) Burke. Before moving to London seven years ago to be with her adored daughters and their families, Peggy was an active member of St. Joseph Church as a choir member and a member of the Catholic Women?s League. She was passionate and kindhearted with her volunteering at the Northside Guest Home. When she made the move to London she was missed by many friends who remembered her fondly as a happy and outgoing person who always gave a helping hand to others. Her treasured and devoted best friend Peggy Wilkie flew to London to surprise her for Mom?s 70th birthday party with her family. Peggy is survived by her oldest daughter, Beth and husband, Brian Kelly; her middle daughter, Ann (Wolfe) and husband Irwin Zaifman; her youngest daughter, Bonnie and husband, Tim Burden. The sparkle of Mom?s blue eyes was brightest when she or anyone spoke of her eight grandchildren, Nicole and Krystal Kelly, Cindy and Larry Wolfe, Jacob and Zoe Zaifman, Matthew and Kaitlyn Burden. Peggy is also survived by five sisters and one brother, Kay (John) MacEachern, Port Hawkesbury, Regis (late Tom) Cameron, Monica (Brian) Shebib, Tommy Burke, all of North Sydney, Georgie (Vince) Muise, Marie (late Peter) Romeo, both of Sydney and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Teresa (late Tom) MacKinnon, Vaughan (late Graham) Bagnell; three brothers, Joseph (Vivian) Burke, Lloyd (Sharon) Burke and Michael Burke. Mom?s wish to be cremated has already taken place in London. A funeral mass for Peggy will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. A reception will follow immediately after the funeral mass with Peggy?s family and friends and all are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Church Improvement Fund or the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Kathleen 'Kaye' Dawson, Richmond Hill - Peacefully at home on Friday, May 15, 2009. Loving wife of Nick and mother of Nicole, Stephen and Jamie. Nanny will be sorely missed by Oliver, Callum, Charley, James, Tyler and Evan. Lovingly remembered by siblings, Colleen O?Leary CND, Mary Andrews and Karen Cresanto. Predeceased by her parents, Kathleen and Leo O?Leary; stepmother, Rita O?Leary; sisters, Lorrie, Jeanne, Joan, Lois, Karen Marie and brothers, Dennis, Leo and William. Friends may call at Marshall Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario (4th traffic light north of Major Mackenzie Drive) on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will held on Tuesday at St. Mary Immaculate Church, 10295 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario at 10:30 a.m. Cremation. Interment will be held at a later date. In memoriam, donations to Covenant House or Yonge Street Mission would be appreciated. ?May we continue to bestow on others the love and care that she bestowed on each of us.? Lois Ann Halliday , Margate - Lois Ann Halliday formerly of Summerside, P.E.I., Stellarton, New Glasgow and Sydney, N.S. passed away peacefully at MacEwen Mews Seniors Residence, Margate P.E.I., Feb. 13, 2009. She was predeceased by her parents, Woodville and Katherine (Keswick) Ingram, her first husband, Earle D. Sutherland, an infant daughter, Erdine, her second husband, Donald W.Halliday and her sisters, Elizabeth Noonan, Jessie Macdonald and Janet McDonald. Left with many loving memories are her daughter, Katherine Schaefer (Dr. Paul), Summerside, P.E.I.; sons, Wilbert Sutherland (Jody), Truro, N.S., Rev. David Sutherland (Irma), St. John?s N.L.; stepson, Fraser Halliday (Ethel), Calgary, Alta.; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Lois?s life will be held at First Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia Saturday May 23, 2009 at 2pm. Interment at Brookside Cemetery, New Glasgow, N.S. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Summerside Presbyterian Church Building Fund through Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, P.E.I www.davisonfh.com Blaise Kennedy, Scotchtown at Inverness , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, Blaise S. Kennedy, 70, of Scotchtown on Thursday, May 14, 2009, at his home. Born in Inverness, he was the son of the late John Murdoch and Katie Bell (Chisholm) Kennedy. He was a member of the Parish of Saint Leonard St., Michael?s Roman Catholic Church, River Ryan. Blaise was in the American Navy for five years and resided in Boston, Massachusetts. After his naval career he came back to New Waterford where he worked at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital for over 20 years as a C.N.A.. Blaise loved Inverness and traditional Cape Breton music. He was a devoted sports fan and especially his beloved New York Yankees, and the Washington Capitals. Blaise was a well-respected man with a great sense of humour, which touched a great number of people. Blaise is survived by his two loving sisters, Mary Oliver of Norwood, Mass. and Isabel Kavanaugh of Dartmouth; also surviving is his sister-in-law, Pauline Kennedy of Dominion; along with many nieces and nephews. Blaise will be sadly missed by his dog ?Lucky?, his companion and best friend. He leaves behind many a great friend who shall miss his kind and gently spirit. Besides his parents, Blaise was predeceased by his brother, Dave and sisters, Gerry Ryan, Mary Sarah Kennedy, Emma Fraser and Catherine Ann Campbell. Visitation for Blaise will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2009 at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Blaise?s life will take place at 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 19, 2009 in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael?s Church, Union Highway, River Ryan, with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Interment will take place following the service in St. Michael?s Cemetery River Ryan. There will be a luncheon held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 3236 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, following the interment. All are welcome to attend. Donations may be made in name to the charity of one?s choice. To view the online Book of Memories, light a memorial candle and express your condolences directly to the family please go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. Angus 'Angie' MacLeod, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Angus MacLeod, age 66, of Pitt Street, Glace Bay, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2009, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, Angus was the son of the late John and Frances (Fry) MacLeod. Angus? mother passed away when he was young and he was then raised by his great-aunt, Mary Ferguson and his cousin, Elizabeth Duder, Glace Bay. Angus was employed by Devco for 30 years, working in No. 26 and Phalen Mine. Angus is survived by his wife, Joyce Rowe; his four children, David (Kim), Dartmouth, Melinda (David), Dartmouth, Wade (Carrie), Virginia, Clinton (Sherry), Glace Bay; his four stepchildren, Beverley Read (Rick), Ontario, John Read (Tanya), Glace Bay, Bill Read (Sheri), Ontario, Robert Read (Jeanette), Glace Bay; three sisters, Anna (Joe) Dorshe, Catherine Weiler, Joan (Ronnie) McIlveen, all in Ontario and sister-in-law, Betty MacLeod, Glace Bay; grandchildren, Renee, Chantelle, Tyler, Chaylene, Kyle, Kelsey, Mason, Jaden and Camron; step-grandchildren, Nicolas, Taylor, Evan, Matthew, Garrett, Aaren and Brydon and several nieces and nephews. Angus is also survived by his dear friends, Omar MacPherson and Edgar McLeod, who sat by his side most of his four years while Angus battled ALS. Besides his parents, Angus was predeceased by brothers, John Edward ?Junior?, John Francis ?Francie?; sister, Mary Wadden ?Sis? and his great aunt, Mary Ferguson. Cremation has taken place, under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. A memorial service to celebrate Angus? life will be held Monday, May 18, 2009 at 2 p.m. at Warden United Church, Glace Bay, with Rev. Clayton Austin officiating. Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery. A reception will follow at Vespers by the Sea, 11th Street, New Aberdeen, Glace Bay. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Glace Bay/Regional hospitals and their nursing staff for the care and support over the last four years; and a special thank you to Dr. Rehman. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS Foundation of Nova Scotia. Condolences to the family may be made through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Jacqueline Seaton - Memorial service for Jacqueline (Matheson) Seaton, formerly of Placerville, California, will be held at Trinity United Church, Sydney, N.S., on Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Jackie MacDonald officiating. Eliazabeth (MacKenzie) Mason - Memorial Service - A memorial service for Elizabeth (MacKenzie) Mason will be 11 am on Saturday, May 23, 2009, at Stairs Memorial United, Dartmouth, NS. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star Published: 02/03/94 Page: B8 / D9 COLSON, Bridget (Bridie) - 71, 66 School St., Glace Bay, died February 1, 1994, in Glace Bay General Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Molly (Metcalf) Campbell. She was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 78. She was a member of Holy Cross Church and former member of the choir. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frances Morgan, Glace Bay; Jean Marie, Halifax; three sons, Brian, David, both of Glace Bay; Barry, Europe; sister, Jean (Mrs. Jerry Coleman), Sydney River; brother, John, Glace Bay; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Michael (Mickey); two sisters, Bertha (Toots), Mary. Visitation will be 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay, where funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday in their chapel, Rev. James MacIntyre officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Kevin http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~podgursky/ On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 11:19 PM, DKGC <donna080@sympatico.ca> wrote: > Hi Everyone: > > I wonder if anyone has obituaries on any of the COLSON family in particular > Peter and Catherine, Mickey and Bridie.  Glace Bay, Dominion area. > > Peter married Catherine in 1933.  I searched St Ann's cemetery and found no > COLSON'S.  Mickey had 2 stillborn children buried in St Anthony's in 1933 > according to NS death records. > > Any help much appreciated. > > Donna in Ontario > > > ------------------------------- > 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 >

Hi Everyone: I wonder if anyone has obituaries on any of the COLSON family in particular Peter and Catherine, Mickey and Bridie. Glace Bay, Dominion area. Peter married Catherine in 1933. I searched St Ann's cemetery and found no COLSON'S. Mickey had 2 stillborn children buried in St Anthony's in 1933 according to NS death records. Any help much appreciated. Donna in Ontario

Greetings: Recently several people contributed some interesting information on the Dugas family. Does anyone know who were the first to leave Cape Breton and make their way to Prince Edward Island? Thank You Joe Cox

Hello I am still looking for the burial place of my grandmother Mary Ann (Munroe) MacAulay. She was born Jan 17, 1887 Reserve Mines or Dominion, Cape Breton. She died approx 1934 and would have been about 48 years old . Her Father was Alex Munroe (1851-1901) and her mother was Jessie Ann Munroe (MacNeil). Mary Ann Munroe shows up on the 1901and 1911 census. She married my grandfather Norman MacAulay Nov 6, 1917 when she was 31. Sometimes the name Munroe has an "e" and sometimes not. I have sent away to the National Archives in Nova Scotia to do a search for a death certificate but so far no luck. I searched the cemetary in Reserve Mines (Gordon United) where her father and other relatives are buried but couldn't find any markings. I have heard that sometimes people were buried without markings. Would anyone have any advice on how I can locate the burial place of my grandmother. Also in 1953 two of her sisters applied for Delayed Registration of Birth. My grandmother was deceased by this time so perhaps her birth was never registered however wouldn't her death be registered. According to rumour I have heard several stories of how she died. Thank you for any assistance you can give me. This really means a lot to me. Diane McConkey

The Chronicle-Herald/The Mail-Star Published: 05/25/98 Page: C6 MacRAE, Gordon Bruce - 69, West Bay, Inverness Co., died May 23, 1998, in St. Martha's Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in Grand Anse, he was a son of the late Donald and Mary Lottie (Hamilton) MacRae. He was a retired regional manager for Consumer and Corporate Affairs, Edmonton. He was a member of Black River United Church. He was president of Cean A Bragh Senior Citizens Club, West Bay. Surviving are his wife, the former Eva Brown; daughters, Judith Guertin, Victoria; Karen (Mrs. Gerrit de Lang), Wieringerwerf, Holland; sons, Brian, Thunder Bay, Ont.; Bruce, Victoria; John, Edmonton; brother, Alexander (Buddy), Halifax; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by half-brother, Graham MacDonald. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday in Black River United Church, Rev. Irene Gunn officiating. Burial in Black River Cemetery. Donations to palliative care, St. Martha's Regional Hospital. Kevin http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~podgursky/ On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 4:03 PM, Bob <Roblen@eastlink.ca> wrote: > Hi:  I am looking for a copy of the obituary for Gordon MacRae of Black River who died May 24, 1998.  His wife Eva (Brown) MacRae just died in Victoria, BC on April 29th just after her 77th birthday. > > Bob > Dartmouth > > ------------------------------- > 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 >

Hi: I am looking for a copy of the obituary for Gordon MacRae of Black River who died May 24, 1998. His wife Eva (Brown) MacRae just died in Victoria, BC on April 29th just after her 77th birthday. Bob Dartmouth

Cape Breton Deaths May 15, 2009 Friday There are 10 obituaries for May 15, 2009. 1. Ford, Sidney 'Sid' P - published May 15, 2009 2. Jessome, Vanessa V - published May 15, 2009 3. MacKay (Vallas), Cleopie (Cleo) T - published May 14, 2009 4. Montgomery, Donald 'Skipper' B - published May 15, 2009 5. Nickerson-Lloyd, Jean - published May 15, 2009 6. Petite, Michael Carl - published May 15, 2009 7. Shaw, Effie Anne - published May 15, 2009 8. Worobel, Annie (Kryluk) - published May 15, 2009 9. MacLean, Gertie - published May 15, 2009 10. Johnson, Irene Mary - published May 15, 2009 Sidney 'Sid' Ford, Dominion at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of Sidney ?Sid? Parris Ford, age 64. Sid passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, May 13, 2009, with his loving family as his side. Born in Glace Bay, Sid was the son of the late Edward and Helen (Whiting) Ford. Sid was a loving husband and devoted father and grandfather. He worked in the fishing industry for many years before starting his career with Devco. In 1999, he retired from Devco after 25 years of service. This enabled Sid to dedicate his life to his greatest joy, his family, especially his grandchildren, better known to them as ?Poppy?. Sid was also well known for his favorite pastime ?fishing? and he will be fondly remembered as a fisherman at heart. Sid is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Mary (O?Neil) Ford; three daughters, Kelly Ford (Raymond), Tracey Ford (Fred), both of Glace Bay and Sindy Ford, at home; five cherished grandchildren, Nicole, Dylan, Bailey, Lucas and Cameron. Sid is also survived by seven brothers, Jerry (Barb), Georgia, USA, James ?Bunny?, Boston, USA, Archie (Kay), Hoyles (Gertie), Art, David ?Rocky? (Thelma) and Glenn (Linda); three sisters, Frances (Bill Sudworth), Delores (Mike Kelloway) and Alice (Jerry Bennett); many nieces, nephews and his friend, Jimmie. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brothers, Daniel (in infancy) and Paul. In honouring Sid?s wishes, 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 memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2009 in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A reception will follow. Donations in Sid?s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of one?s choice. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Our appreciation goes to Dr. O?Brien, the Cancer Centre at the CBRH, the nurses and doctors of palliative care, VON and personal care providers. Vanessa Jessome, North Sydney at North Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Vanessa Virginia Jessome, 24, a resident of Gannon Road, on Tuesday May 12, 2009, at her home. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of Thomas Kevin Jessome, and Veronica B. Mortensen. Vanessa was interested in helping others and making a difference. She attended the Nova Scotia Community College, Marconi Campus, and was working toward her certificate on vocational rehab for the mentally challenged. Besides her father, Vanessa is survived by her siblings, Aaron, Deborah, Demetrius, Joshua, Lisa, Topper and Valerie. Vanessa will be greatly missed by her many friends and large extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins and her partner, Jeff Bonnar. She was predeceased by her grandparents, Walter and Mary Jessome, Point Aconi and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Mortensen. A dedicated friend to many, her smile and beautiful spirit will be greatly missed. We would like to thank the families of the kidney donors for their generous ?gifts? of 12 years of life. Also for the love and medical support of the various team members who cared for Vanessa over the years at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the Queen Elizabeth II and the IWK. Also, the many individuals who drove Vanessa to dialysis and kept her company. Visitation for Vanessa will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will take place 10 a.m. Monday, from St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Nova Scotia Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Mrs. Cleopie (Cleo) MacKay (Vallas), Halifax Born in 11/06/1918 at Dominion , Nova Scotia , Canada - MacKay, Cleopie (Cleo) Teresa (Vallas)- 90, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent's Guest Home, Halifax on Wednesday, May 13th, 2009. Born in Dominion, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Vallas. She was predeceased by her husband Don (1964). After raising her 7 children on her own she gave the next decade to caring for numerous priests at Mount Carmel Rectory. She is survived by her children, Donna Christie (Ross) with whom she lived for 20 years in Bedford, Ron (Marg) of Moncton, NB, Frank (Diane) of Innisfail, AB, Greg (Madonna) of Bedford, NS, Donnie (Sharon) of Scotchtown, NS, Gerard (Jay) (Janet) of Carstairs, AB, Fred (Paul) of Toronto, ON. She is also survived by her sisters Kay Chisholm (New Waterford), Sister Angelina Vallas, CND (Sydney), Irene MacPherson (New Waterford), Sister Francis Vallas, CND (Sydney). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren: Sean (Tracy), Steven (Sarah), Sheri, Nathan, Matthew, Melissa, Stephanie, Lori, Steven, Jason (Kim), Debra, Jared (Tanis), Josh, Jessica, Cody, Joshua and great grandchildren: Georgia, Ruthie, Liah, Heather and Julia. She is predeceased brother, Mike, sisters, Marie Coleman, Pauline Wade, Uwana Vallas. The service of celebration to honour her life will be held at St. Leonard's (Mount Carmel), New Waterford, on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 2pm. Inurnment at Mount Carmel cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent's Guest Home (2080 Windsor St, Halifax, NS B3K 5B2) or the charity of your choice. Donald 'Skipper' Montgomery, Sydney - Donald Bain ?Skipper? Montgomery died Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008 in Sydney. He was 62 years old. He was the adopted son of the late John and Georgina (Bain) Montgomery of Jersey Cove. He is survived by his aunt, Dorothy Montgomery and cousins, Robert and Carl Campbell, Marie, Harold and Marilyn Montgomery and Sandra Bain. The family would like to thank all the folks ?on the hill? on East Broadway who were so kind to Skipper over the past several years. Cremation has taken place. There will be a graveside service at Pinehill Cemetery, River Bennett on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 3 p.m. with Dianne Kempt, DLM officiating. This will be followed by a reception at St. Ann?s Bay United Church tea room. Arrangements are under the direction of MacAskill?s Funeral Home. Donations in Skipper?s memory can be made to Loaves and Fishes or charity of your choice. Jean Nickerson-Lloyd, Halifax - Jean Nickerson-Lloyd died peacefully in the presence of family on May 12, 2009 in Halifax. She was in her 98th year and the matriarch of her extended family. Born in Liverpool, the daughter of Capt. Edgar and Jennie Inness, she attended Normal College, married and moved to North Sydney with her husband, Jerry Nickerson, in 1935. There they were involved in business (H.B. Nickerson & Sons Ltd.) and raised their family, Jerry (Jean), North Sydney; Harold (Dolores), Montreal; and Nancy Schibler (Eric); Bedford. Following retirement in Liverpool and Jerry?s death, she married Neil Lloyd and divided her time between Liverpool and Florida, enjoying the time and friends in both locations. She was predeceased by her siblings, Margaret McClearn, Myra Cole and Herbert Inness and Edith in infancy. She leaves her sister, Mary Millard and stepson, Carol Lloyd. Mom took great interest in the happiness and development of her grandchildren, Jerry Nickerson (Rui), Mark Nickerson (Stephanie), Jacquie Jackson (Ron), Lisa Shebib (Tom), Nanci Rorabeck (Tim), Mora Lyons (Rhys), Eric Schibler (Kirsten) and Brian Schibler (Jennifer). She loved the visits of her greatgrandchildren, William Nickerson, Daniel and Peter Nickerson, Brett and Sarah Jackson, Natasha and Kevin Shebib, Kate and Matthew Rorabeck, Mia and Samantha Diedrich, and Ian and Ava Schibler. Over the years she was caring, generous, supportive, proud and determined and we will all miss that. We wish to thank the staff of both Melville Heights and Drummond Hall (Parkland Estates) as well as Drs. Christine McKenna and Valerie Lewis for their concern and understanding in caring for our mom. Cremation has taken place with a family gathering, to celebrate a long and well lived life, to follow. Mom would be pleased if you would do something kind for a senior with no family as a memoriam. ?Miss Me ? But Let Me Go. When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little ? but not too long And not with your head held low. Remember the love that we once shared Miss me ? but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone. It?s all a part of the Master?s plan A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the fields we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds Miss me ? but let me go?? Michael Carl Petite, Benacadie Pond at Bras d'Or , Nova Scotia , Canada -It is with great sadness that we the family announce the sudden passing of Carl Petite, on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Bras d?Or, he was the son of the late Art and Rachael (Young) Petite. Carl was employed with the Chronicle Herald as circulation manager of the Sydney area for 30 years. Due to illness he retired from the newspaper and decided to do carpenter work which was his hobby and pastime where he made and met a lot of great friends. Carl is survived by his wife of 42 years, Phyllis (Coombs); his children, David (Jacqui), Toronto, Ont., Kelly (Scott), Lantz, N.S., Greg, at home, Tommy, Ontario; his beloved grandchildren, Ryan, Matthew and Taylor, who he loved dearly and enjoyed every minute with them. Also surviving are his two sisters, Allie (Lorne) Fahie, Big Bras d?Or, and Nellie (Sonny) Dolson, Toronto. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by one son, Kenny, sisters, Marguerite, Elaine, and one brother, George. Visitation will be held Friday, May 15 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Visitation will continue from 12-2 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at St. Barra Church, Christmas Island. Funeral mass will follow at 2 p.m. in St. Barra Church, with Fr. Paul Abbass officiating. Interment to follow in church cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Effie Anne Shaw, Indian Brook at West Tarbot , Nova Scotia , Canada - Effie Anne Shaw, 86, Indian Brook, Victoria County entered eternal rest at Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, on May 13, 2009. Born in West Tarbot, she was the daughter of the late Dan W. and Margaret Morrison MacLeod. She was a member of Knox Presbyterian Church, Indian Brook, where, for many years she served as an elder, choir member and on board of managers. A very active and community-oriented lady, she taught Sunday school as well as sewing. She also served in the MacLeod AMS North River, North Shore Home and Hospital Group, North Shore Senior Citizens Club. With deep roots and passion for her Celtic heritage, she greatly enjoyed being part of the Gaelic Study Group of Baddeck. Surviving is her son, Dennis, at home; foster daughter, Joan MacQueen, Brantford, Ont.; special nephew, Edward, New Brunswick; grandchildren, Morris and Marilyn, Ontario; great-grandchildren, Lindsay, Nicole and Miranda; several niece and nephews. Predeceased by husband, John, sisters, Christy Stevenson, Margaret Campbell and Dolena Smith. Cremation has taken place. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday, May 17. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday, May 18 at MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck, with Rev. Ritchie Robinson officiating. Family floral pieces only, memorials may be made to Victoria County Memorial Hospital Charitable Foundation or charity of choice. Burial in Ocean View Cemetery, Birch Plain. Annie (Kryluk) Worobel, Whitney Pier - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Anne (Kryluk) Worobel of Whitney Pier, on Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her family. Born in Ukraine, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Madeline (Lychiw) Karluk. She was an honorary lifetime member of Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church, Whitney Pier, and the Ukrainian Catholic Woman?s Club, where she enjoyed their company, laughs and jokes while preparing food for many events held at the Ukrainian Hall. Anne was a devoted mother who was able to stay in her home up until the time of her death, being cared for by her daughters, Stephanie and Madeline. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Anne and Bill were blessed with eight children, daughters, Olive, Mrs. Pat Randazzo, Coutrice, Ont., Mrs. Stephanie Dawe, Mrs. Madeline Postlewaite, both of Sydney, Anna, Mrs. John Dooley, Ottawa, Ont.; sons, Walter (?Mitzi?), Sydney, Michael, New Hampshire, Alex (Ellen), Duxbury, Mass., Donald, Sydney; by 20 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and by a sister-in-law, a nephew and two nieces. She was predeceased by her husband, William in 1988, granddaughter, Cathy Randazzo, brother, Michael, sons-in-law, Gussie and Wayne and daughter-in-law, Mary. Visitation for Anne Worobel will take place Monday, May 18 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel where the Panahyda service will take place at 7:30 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Holy Ghost Church with Rev. Roman Dusanowskyj officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Donations may be made to the Holy Ghost Ukrainian Church Fund. Online condolences may be sent to www.mem.com or twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Gertie MacLean, 86, Calgary/Sydmey - Gertie MacLea, 86 yrs, most recently of Calgary, formerly of Atlantic/Colby Street in Sydney, and previously of Mulgrave, died on May 4, 2009 at the Chinook Care Nursing Home in Calgary, after a long illness. Born in Mulgrave, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Florence MacDonald. She was predeceased by her husband, James in 1993. She is survived by her son, Jim, his wife, Corinne and their daughters, Laura, Kendra and Jensen all of Calgary, as well as her sisters, Rose MacIsaac of Auld's Cove, Ella Mae Brophy of Mulgrave, Hilda Duff of North Sydney and Clarissa Goetz of Guelph, Ontario, and her brothers, Hank of Auld's Cove, Alphonse of Elmira, Ontario, and Clarence of Auld's Cove. She was also predeceased by her brothers, John of Stellarton, and Joseph of Guelph and her sister Jean Kelleher of Guelph. A memorial service is being planned for late July in Mulgrave. Irene May Johnson, 89, Glace Bay/Fredericton - Irene May Johnson, age 89, of Fredericton, NB, passed away on Jan 22, 2009, at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton, NB. God called an angel to His side. Irene was born in L'Ardoise, Richmond County, Cape Breton, on Sep 27, 1919. She was the daughter of the late Wilfewd and Elizabeth Briand of L'Ardoise, Cape Breton. Irene moved to Glace Bay, NS, at an early age to find work and that is where she met her future husband, Neil. They lived in Glace Bay for 64 yrs, raising a family of five children. In 2002, Irene and Neil moved to Fredericton, NB, to be closer to her children and grandchildren. Irene is survived by her beloved husbnad of 69 years, Neil, who resides at Mountainside Lodge in Fredericton, Nb, daughers Alice (Gon) Gardiner of Halifax, Ann (Michael) Skinner of Halifax, Ruth (Ernst) McCallum of Frederiction, NB, and sons Gordon (Dale) Johnson of Halifax, Roy (Chris) Johnson of Moncton, NB. Irene has nine grandchildren, Lynn, Donna, Michael-David, Sandra, Kerri-lee, Steven, Andrew, Derrick and Loren. She also has 10 great grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Irene was predeceased by her infant son, Raymond. Visitation and a "Celebration of Life" will take place at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main Street, Glace Bay on Friday, May 15, 2009, from 7-9 pm. Funeral services will be held in St. Anthony's Church on Saturday morning, May 16, 2009 at 11 am with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be held at Forest Haven Memorial gardens immediately after the funeral mass. Donaltions in Irene's memory may be made to the Cancer Society. A heartfelt thank you to Bettyann McMackin whose care and love was above and beyond. We love yo Mom.....Your family. Condolences to the family may be set to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths May 14, 2009 Thursday There are 9 obituaries for May 14, 2009. 1. Ahle, Erik - published May 14, 2009 2. Johnson, Irene M - published May 14, 2009 3. MacDougall, James (Jim) - published May 14, 2009 4. MacKay (Vallas), Cleopie (Cleo) T - published May 14, 2009 5. MacLean, Gertie - published May 14, 2009 6. Sheaves, Emma Genevieve - published May 14, 2009 7. Anderson, Amour E. - published May 14, 2009 8. Halliday, Lois Ann - published May 14, 2009 9, MacLeod, Edith - published May 14, 2009 Erik Ahle, Big Bras d'Or at New Denmark , New Brunswick , Canada - We regret to announce the passing of Erik Ahle, 79, of Big Bras d?Or, on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Denmark, N.B., he was the son of the late Richard and Jenny (Jensen) Ahle. Erik worked at General Motors in Ontario for 30 years. He enjoyed woodworking as a hobby. Erik is survived by his wife, Theresa (MacNeil) Ahle; his daughter, Kathy (Don) Wilson and his sons, Gregory (Catharine) Ahle and Ross (Tammy) Ahle, all of St. Catharines, Ont. He is also survived by grandchildren, Jeffery Wilson, Victoria, Rachel and Michael Ahle; sisters, Gretta White, Mill Creek and Esther (Elmer), St. Catharines; brothers Leif, Florence, Felix (Diane), Little Pond and Richard (Mary), St. Catharines. Besides his parents, Erik was predeceased by a daughter, Constance Ann. Visitation for Erik Ahle will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Thursday) May 14, 2009, from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Friday at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Richie Robinson officiating. The burial will be in St. James Cemetery, Big Bras d?Or. Donations in Erik?s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Irene Johnson, Fredericton Born in 27/09/1919 at L'Ardoise , Nova Scotia , Canada - Irene Mary Johnson, age 89, of Fredericton NB passed away on January 22, 2009 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital in Fredericton NB. God called an angel to His side. Irene was born in L?Ardoise, Richmond Co., Cape Breton on September 27, 1919. She was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Elizabeth Briand of L?Ardoise, Cape Breton. Irene moved to Glace Bay NS at an early age to find work and that is where she met her future husband Neil. They lived in Glace Bay for 64 years, raising a family of 5 children. In 2002, Irene and Neil moved to Fredericton NB to be closer to her children and grand children. Irene is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years who resides at Mountainside Lodge in Fredericton NB., daughters; Alice (Don) Gardiner Halifax NS; Ann (Michael) Skinner Halifax NS; Ruth (Ernest ) McCallum Fredericton NB; and sons Gordon (Dale) Johnson Halifax NS; Roy (Chris) Johnson Moncton NB. Irene has 9 grandchildren: Lynn, Donna, Michael-David, Sandra, Kerri-Lee, Steven, Andrew, Derrick and Loren. She also has 10 great-grandchildren and two step great- grandchildren. Irene was predeceased by her infant son Raymond. Visitation and a ?Celebration of Life? will take place at Curry?s Funeral Home, 775 Main Street, Glace Bay on May 15th,Friday evening between 7-9PM. Funeral services will be held in St. Anthony?s Church on Saturday morning May 16that 11AM with Father Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be held at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens immediately after the Funeral Mass. Donations in Irene?s memory may be made to the Cancer Society. A heartfelt thank you to Bettyann McMackin whose care and love was above and beyond. We love you Mom?Your family. Mr. James (Jim) MacDougall, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada James ?Jim? MacDougall 1922 - 2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sorrow we the family announce the sudden passing of Jim MacDougall, 86, of Glace Bay. Jim passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 12, 2009.Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Bowers) MacDougall.Jim was a veteran of the Second World War, Berma Star 435-436 Squadron. He was president and past president of Donkin Legion 05. He was employed with Dominion Coal Company and later Devco, electrical engineering, retiring in 1978. In his earlier years, he played hockey, fished in the Margaree River. He enjoyed many summers swimming at Mira Gut. He also enjoyed dancing and skating. Jim was an amateur radio operator since 1973 with the call letters VE1 AUJ.He will be sadly missed by his companion, Greta Kearney; son, Rolland Corkum (Roylene), British Columbia, Allan (Florence), Glace Bay, Kevin (Marion), Alberta, Paul, British Columbia; stepchildren, Carol (John), British Columbia, Val (Don), British Columbia, Billy (Darlene), Bedford, Susan (Archie), Glace Bay, Margie, Antigonish, Paul, Sydney; brother, Tommy (Wanda); sisters, Evelyn (Joe), Betty (Neil), Barb (Lorne). Jim will also be sadly missed by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Hope Tanner and second wife, Pauline Ellis.Visitation for Jim MacDougall will be held Thursday, May 14, 7-9 p.m. and Friday, May 15, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at Warden United Church with Rev. Clayton Austin officiating. Interment will be Greenwood Cemetery.Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Mrs. Cleopie (Cleo) MacKay (Vallas), Halifax Born in 11/06/1918 at Dominion , Nova Scotia , Canada - MacKay, Cleopie (Cleo) Teresa (Vallas)- 90, passed away peacefully at St. Vincent's Guest Home, Halifax on Wednesday, May 13th, 2009. Born in Dominion, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary Vallas. She was predeceased by her husband Don (1964). After raising her 7 children on her own she gave the next decade to caring for numerous priests at Mount Carmel Rectory. She is survived by her children, Donna Christie (Ross) with whom she lived for 20 years in Bedford, Ron (Marg) of Moncton, NB, Frank (Diane) of Innisfail, AB, Greg (Madonna) of Bedford, NS, Donnie (Sharon) of Scotchtown, NS, Gerard (Jay) (Janet) of Carstairs, AB, Fred (Paul) of Toronto, ON. She is also survived by her sisters Kay Chisholm (New Waterford), Sister Angelina Vallas, CND (Sydney), Irene MacPherson (New Waterford), Sister Francis Vallas, CND (Sydney). She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren: Sean (Tracy), Steven (Sarah), Sheri, Nathan, Matthew, Melissa, Stephanie, Lori, Steven, Jason (Kim), Debra, Jared (Tanis), Josh, Jessica, Cody, Joshua and great grandchildren: Georgia, Ruthie, Liah, Heather and Julia. She is predeceased brother, Mike, sisters, Marie Coleman, Pauline Wade, Uwana Vallas. The service of celebration to honour her life will be held at St. Leonard's (Mount Carmel), New Waterford, on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 2pm. Inurnment at Mount Carmel cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent's Guest Home (2080 Windsor St, Halifax, NS B3K 5B2) or the charity of your choice. Gertie MacLean, Calgary at Mulgrave , Nova Scotia , Canada - Gertie MacLean, 86, most recently of Calgary, formerly of Atlantic/Colby Street, Sydney and previously of Mulgrave, died May 4, 2009 at Chinook Care Nursing Home in Calgary after a long illness.Born in Mulgrave, Guysborough County, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Florence MacDonald.She was predeceased by her husband, James in 1993.She is survived by her son, Jim, his wife, Corinne and their daughters, Laura, Kendra and Jensen, Calgary; as well as her sisters, Rose MacIsaac, Auld?s Cove, Ella Mae Brophy, Mulgrave, Hilda Duff, North Sydney and Clarissa Goetz, Guelph, Ont. and her brothers, Hank, Auld?s Cove, Alphonse, Elmira, Ont. and Clarence, Auld?s Cove.She was also predeceased by her brothers, John, Stellarton and Joseph, Guelph and her sister, Jean Kelleher, Guelph.A memorial service is being planned for late July in Mulgrave. Emma Genevieve Sheaves, North Sydney at Port aux Basques , Newfoundland , Canada - It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Emma Genevieve Sheaves, 62, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister on Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility, Glace Bay. Born in Port aux Basques, Newfoundland, she was the daughter of Berkley Anderson of Port aux Basques and the late Mary (Taylor) Anderson. Emma was a member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney. Besides her father Berkley, she is survived by her four sons, Richard (Donna) Blackmore, Kenny (Judy) Sheaves, Scott Sheaves and Dwayne (Carol) Sheaves; five grandchildren, Adam, Jenna, Jordan, Samantha and Emma and one great-grandchild, Chesnea; her brothers and sisters, Lorraine (Sam) Matthews, London, Ont., Ed (Kathy) Anderson, Vancouver, Doris (Dave) Farrell, Alberta, Bert (Brenda) Anderson, Kay (Fred) Gale, Sandra (Wayne) Stacey, all of Port aux Basques, Marilyn (Vince) Pearce, Colleen (Phil) Strowbridge, both of London, Ont.; brother-in-law, John (Helen) Sheaves, sisters-in-law, Myrtle (Reg) Button, Florence (Ronnie) Spencer, all of Port aux Basques.She was predeceased by her husband, Philip Sheaves in 2008 and a son, Derek.There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service for Emma will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Wesley United Church with Rev. David Luker officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Nova Scotia Lung Association.Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com Amour Elaine Anderson - Interment for the late Amour Anderson who passed away on April 18, 2009, will take place Saturday, May 16, 2009, at 11 am, in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney-Glace Bay Highway, with Rev ralph Johnson officiating. Lois Ann Halliday - Lois Ann Halliday, formerly of Summerside, PEI, Stellarton, New Glasgow and Sydney, NS, passed away peacefully at MacEwen Mews Seniors Residence, Margate, PEI, on Feb 13, 2009. She was predeceased by her parets, Woodville and Katherine (Keswick) Ingram, her first husband, Earle D. Sutherland, an infant daughter, Erdine, her second husband, Donald W. Halliday and her sisters, Elizabeth Noonan, Jessie Macdonald and Janet McDonald. Left with many loving memories are daughter Katherine Schaefer (Dr. Paul) of Summerside, PEI, sons, Wilbert Sutherland (Jody) of Truro, NS, Rev David Sutherland (Irma) of St. John's, NL, step-son, Fraser Halliday (Ethel) of Calgary, Alberta, nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and several cousins, nieces and nephews. cremation as taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Lois's life will be held at First Presbyterian Church, New Glasgow, NS, on Saturday, May 23, 2009, at 2 pm. Interment at Brookside Cemetery, New Glasgow, NS. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Summerside Presbyterian Church Building Fund through Davison Funeral Home, Kensington, PEI. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.davidsonfh.com Edith MacLeod - Funeral Service - Funeral service for the late Edith MacLeod, will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, May 16, 2009, at Knox United Church, Glace Bay, with a reception to follow ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

The entry below was an error in the online free edition of today's CBPost, that was sent out last night. Below is the correction typed from today's hardcopy. Cape Breton Deaths May 13, 2009 Wednesday Richard Huette, Whitney Pier Born in 21/03/1945 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Richard Huette, 64 yrs, on Monday, May 11, 2009, at home. Born in Sydney, March 21, 1945, he was the son of the late Raymond and Margaret (Campbell) Huette. Richard was employed with Joneljim Constructon for the past 30 years, where he was a member of Labourers Union 1115, retiring in 2008. He maintained the reputation as a hard worker throughtout his life. He will be sadly missed by his family and all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Richard is survived by his wife, Catherine (Gillis), two sons, Ricky (Jeannie) of Sydney Forks, and Mark of Sydney, three sisters, Charlotte (Bob Oxby) of Ontario, Ellen (Robert Chiasson) of Sydney, and Valerie (Mike MacKeigan) of Sydney, a brother, Darryl (Lorna) of Sydney. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Kayla and Kendal, sister-in-law, Sylvia Huette (late Raymond), step-uncles, John and Archie (Patricia) and a number of nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Richard was predeceased by his brother, Raymond and a granddaughter Kira. A private family service to celebrate Richard's life will be held at a later date. Donations in Richard's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Pier Community Funeral Home ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths May 13, 2009 Wednesday There are 6 obituaries for May 13, 2009. 1. Baldwin, Louise M - published May 13, 2009 2. Coady, Jennifer E - published May 13, 2009 3. Dalziel, Gordon D - published May 13, 2009 4. Deveau, Daniel - published May 13, 2009 5. Huette, Richard - published May 13, 2009 6. MacLeod, Edith 'Edie' M - published May 13, 2009 Louise Baldwin, Dartmouth at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - Louise Marie (O'Brien) Baldwin, 58, died at home May 11, 2009. Born in Sydney, Louise was a daughter of the late Bernie and Juliette (LeBlanc) O'Brien. Surviving family members are Maureen Coleman of Oakville, Ont./Cape Breton, Sharon (George) Holbeche of Oakville, Ont., Germaine (Sandy) Marshall of Lunenburg, Kathleen (Tracey) Towill of Dartmouth; 11 nieces and nephews; 20 grandnieces and nephews; aunts, Germaine LeBlanc and Estelle McMaster of Sydney, N.S.; stepdaughter, Krista (Gerry) Widla and her son, Alexander Widla of Brampton, Ont. Louise's career spanned over 25 years in the banking industry. She met and made friends while living in Halifax, Montreal, Hong Kong, Oakville, Australia and back to her native Nova Scotia in Dartmouth. Lou lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed family, friends, live music and a good glass of red wine. Lou's enthusiasm and sense of comic relief would lighten numerous occasions. She was a loyal and generous friend to many and a favourite aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Louise's life had been made especially joyful in the past years by her many friends, work associates and neighbours. Particular thanks go out to Darlene Arseneau and Leesa Goode for their care and support. Our appreciation also goes to the personal care providers, palliative care and the V.O.N. Our thanks would not be complete without mentioning her trip to Newfoundland to meet Premier Williams, who went beyond expectations to make this visit the highlight of Lou's final months. Visitation will be held this evening (Wednesday) from 7-9 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, where a memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 14 at 1 p.m. with a reception to follow in the funeral home reception centre. Donations in Louise's memory may be made to your local food bank or the Salvation Army. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com Jennifer Coady, Charlottetown Born in 20/02/1982 at Charlottetown , Prince Edward Island , Canada - Peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown, P.E.I. on Tuesday, May,12, 2009, surrounded by her loving family, of Jennifer Elizabeth Coady, age 27 years. Beloved special daughter of Joe and Pat (Redmond) Coady of Charlottetown, and much loved sister of Jason (Kim) Coady and Jonathan Coady of Charlottetown. Jennifer will also be sadly missed but fondly remembered by her grandmothers, Mary Coady of Charlottetown and Mary Elizabeth Redmond of Glace Bay, N.S.; her aunts and uncles, Cathy Bell of Charlottetown, Mike and Pauline Coady of Cornwall, P.E.I., Bernie and Brian Bugess of Dartmouth, N.S., Robbie and Darlene Redmond of Stewiacke, N.S. and Kelly Redmond of Glace Bay and numerous cousins. She was predeceased by her grandfathers, Eugene Coady of Charlottetown and Johnny Redmond of Glace Bay. Resting at the Hennessey Funeral Home, Charlottetown (902-894-4321) until 9:45 a.m. Friday, then transferred to St. Pius X Church for funeral mass at 10 a.m., with interment to follow in the family plot at The Roman Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and if so desired memorials in Jennifer's memory may be made to Queens County Local Recreation Program for children with disabilities or St. Pius X Church Building Fund. Visiting hours at the funeral home on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.islandowned.ca. Gordon Dalziel, Sydney at Toronto , Ontario , Canada - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Gordon Dalziel on Monday, May 11, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Toronto, Ont., he was the son of the late Gordon Nolan and Mae (O'Neill) Dalziel. He was employed by Gestetner Canada Ltd. and later with Woodhouse Furniture, Glace Bay. Gordon is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anne (O'Neill) Dalziel; sons, Gordon (Lynn), Kelowna, B.C., Thomas (Pamela), Lantz, N.S., Frank (Heather), Red Deer, Alta., Paul (Brenda), Gardiner Road, Sydney, He is also survived by two sisters, Jane Sullivan, Mississauga, Ont., Alix Lipskie, Barrie, Ont.; seven grandchildren, Brendan, Jeffrey, Jared, Ashley, Robert, Ciara and Matthew; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, May 14 at St. Theresa's Church, Sydney, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Reception to follow at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral home. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Theresa's Memorial Fund, Palliative Care, CBRH, or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Daniel Deveau, Cheticamp at Cheticamp , Nova Scotia , Canada - Daniel Deveau, 88, of Cheticamp, died May 9, 2009, at the Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Born in Cheticamp, he was a son of the late Anselm and Flora (Deveau) Deveau. He was a veteran of the Second World War. He served with the Royal Canadian Army. He was a member of St. Peter's Church, Cheticamp. Daniel worked in the fishing industry and later on as a helper with Leo Poirier. He enjoyed camping, woodworking, playing guitar and spending time driving his car. Daniel was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by many nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Auguste Deveau and his very close friend, Bernadette Chiasson. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Marie; one son, Robert; one daughter, Lucille; four brothers, Gerard, Leo, Leonard and Thomas and by one sister, Armelle Aucoin. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be held Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Church, Cheticamp, Fr. Peter LeBlanc officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses for the excellent care given to Daniel in the last couple of weeks that he was in hospital. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. Condolences may be sent to the family at cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Richard Huette, Whitney Pier Born in 21/03/1945 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Gordon Dalziel on Monday, May 11, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Toronto, Ont., he was the son of the late Gordon Nolan and Mae (O'Neill) Dalziel. He was employed by Gestetner Canada Ltd. and later with Woodhouse Furniture, Glace Bay. Gordon is survived by his wife of 51 years, Anne (O'Neill) Dalziel; sons, Gordon (Lynn), Kelowna, B.C., Thomas (Pamela), Lantz, N.S., Frank (Heather), Red Deer, Alta., Paul (Brenda), Gardiner Road, Sydney, He is also survived by two sisters, Jane Sullivan, Mississauga, Ont., Alix Lipskie, Barrie, Ont.; seven grandchildren, Brendan, Jeffrey, Jared, Ashley, Robert, Ciara and Matthew; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held 10 a.m., Thursday, May 14 at St. Theresa's Church, Sydney, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Reception to follow at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral home. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Theresa's Memorial Fund, Palliative Care, CBRH, or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Edith 'Edie' MacLeod, Glace Bay Born in 15/05/1912 at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada Edie has left Glace Bay. - Edie MacLeod widely respected reporter departed peacefully from the town she loved in the early hours of the evening on May 5, 2009 at 20 Currie St., the only home in which she lived. Born Edith May Wilson, May 15, 1912, in Glace Bay, she was predeceased by her mother, Elizabeth (Wilson) Roy and stepfather, John A. Roy. At 17, she had been accepted as a student at the Glace Bay General Hospital School of nursing, but following the death of her mother abandoned her future nursing career in favor of finding work at Samuel's Meat Market thereby enabling her to maintain the home for her half sister and stepfather. Her skill and love of writing was afforded an opportunity to grow when at 24 she was made aware by Charlie MacLeod, local bookstore proprietor that a position of reporter was available at the Glace Bay Gazette. Her explanation of the difference between the Lord's Act and the Lord's Day Alliance Act won her the position. Under the guidance of Joe Hines she wrote about all aspects of news from outdoor activities and sports to bridal showers, weddings, birthday parties and local theater productions. Her's was a well respected "byline" She left the newspaper to concentrate on motherhood at the birth of her first daughter. After the arrival of her second daughter she became the Glace Bay correspondent for the Halifax Herald. In this position she also wrote many feature stories, one in particular, about a Glace Bay girl working in the Northwest Territories, was a full two pages with pictures. Four years after beginning at the Herald her son was born just a few minutes after witnessing the two daughters take part in the church Christmas concert. After nearly 20 years writing for the Herald and spending some time at office work her next reporting venture was "Shopping Round with Edie" a feature of the Cape Breton Post. This position afforded her a vehicle which was fortuitous because at 58 she had first earned a drivers license. During the fifties and sixties she was Norman Lipshutz's proclaimed "Right Hand" as editor of the Cape Breton Mirror and later the Atlantic Mirror. When Ken Cotter began "The Coastal Courier" a door opened for her "dream job". There she had free range in her column "Edie's Ramblings", proofread the entire paper and wrote whatever needed writing. The "Down Memory Lane", a two page picture spread was her idea with original pictures from her snap albums which caused interest in the paper to balloon and be sent to such places as New Zealand. The gift of a camera at age 10 opened the world of photography and a passion grew. Saving every picture she took in snap albums provided the magnificent opportunity for "Down Memory Lane". She and others of her age formed a camera club investigated developing, printing, portrait taking, lighting, silhouette picture taking and many other photographic skills. There were many times when Leslie Sheddon called on her to take his big press camera to cover an event when he could not. An unquenchable thirst for knowledge afforded her forays into many avenues of life. In the late forties when the York Street Extension Garden Club was formed she was there. As a member she was soon found planting gardens all around town with seeds and bulbs left unsold by the local stores. This included the one at the bottom of the mine in the Miner's Museum. The scrap books she compiled yearly for the club consistently won awards. As the long time president of what had become the Glace Bay Garden Club she was renowned for the vast amount of knowledge she amassed and would impart willingly to all who would listen especially to members of the Junior Garden Club which she hosted in the back yard and awarded periodically for her contribution to gardening. As member of the Art Group from its inception her skill as an artist grew and many of her pictures were shown and sold. Attending artist's workshops brought her in contact with many prominent artists among whom her favorite was DeGarth. Bird watching became another intensive interest and having devoured the bird books, was able to identify new species in seconds while others debated. Again as long time president of the Cape Breton Chapter of the Bird Society she, was able to accommodate the occasional out of country visitor on a bird watch. Possessing a magnificent memory she retained and used all of what she read as she was able to read before she went to school and she read every word that passed before her eyes. An independent spirit from an early age, Edie investigated every religious denomination in Glace Bay and chose to be welcomed into the Baptist faith at the age of sixteen, eventually returning to the United Congregation at Knox. The outdoors was her venue and long walks with her saw many forays into bogs, woods, marshes, brush and the like in the quest for answers to "what is there?". If outdoors was her venue, skating and skiing were intense passions and she encouraged all to join her. Time on the blades was pure joy and her skating style was a joy to watch. When someone gave her old skis and boots another joy grew which went undaunted when taunted by calls "you're wearing your fathers Pit Boots". Edie's compassion surpassed all else. She championed the downtrodden and the underdog above all else, never tolerating harsh words about anyone or anything. Known also as an animal lover and healer many wounded creatures were brought to her door and stayed until well; sometimes caged and sometimes not. Healthy creatures visited as well including a raven and a baby saw-whet owl. Edie's contributions have been widely recognized and awards presented from Green thumb Award - N.S. Garden Club; Business & Professional - Woman of the Year; Lescarbot Award; Centennial Medal; Queen's Jubilee Medal. Edie also found time to become proficient at tatting, knitting, crocheting and needle punch all the while keeping the home fires burning and the family fed. Edie was the last member of a very small family. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her estranged husband, Gordon F. MacLeod; her son, Charles Wilson; her elder daughter, Averil Jean Shepherd; her only sibling, Jean Lind and brother-in-law, Evan MacLeod. She is survived by long time & dearest friend Katie MacDonald, younger daughter Judith Anne, sisters-in-law Vera MacLeod, Janet (Warner) MacLeod; sons-in-law, Billy Shepherd, John Murley (former); grandchildren, Steven and Marlene; Derek Shepherd, Tracey and Johnnie Pierre, all of Oyster Cove and Greg Murley of Fort McMurray. Great-grandchildren Kendyl and Shawnee Shepherd, Kaitlyn (with whom she shared her birthday), Bretton and Devon Pierre; nieces, Rilla, Barbara, Nora, Catherine, Laura and Lesie; nephews, David, Brian and Gordon. One of Glace Bay's biggest "Bay Boosters", Edie's love of Glace Bay - "Her" Town - was reflected in all she wrote. Cremation has taken place and arrangements have been entrusted to Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520. The family asks to plant flowers in memory of Edie. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Greetings GET IN ON THE FIRST PRINTING !!! You will be happy to know that the book ³LEJEUNE/YOUNG AN ACADIAN MI¹KMAQ FAMILY² is available for sale. The book is 193 pages in total, contains 155 pages of genealogy of the LeJeune/Youngs and their descendents that returned to Cape Breton and Newfoundland after the deportation, many pictures, some birth or marriage licenses, tree charts and maps. After 12 years of research it was time to put all this material in book form. The book will continue to live on with the LeJeunes and Young family members for years to come, and it provides a benchmark for those who wish to pursue further genealogical research. Just a few days ago it was stated ³We are enrolling as members of the Qalipu Mi¹kmaq First Nations, and documentation such as this is used as reference/evidence to support one¹s genealogy.² Regards Lark .....

Cape Breton Deaths May 12, 2009 Tuesday Obituaries for May 12, 2009 There are 4 obituaries for May 12, 2009. 1. Collins, James 'Bill' W - published May 12, 2009 2. Gordon, Lillian 'Lil' - published May 12, 2009 3. LeBlanc, Marguerite S - published May 12, 2009 4. MacGregor, Martha J - published May 12, 2009 James 'Bill' Collins, Sydney at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - James William 'Bill' Collins, 70, of Chestnut Drive, Sydney, passed away at home on Saturday, May 9, 2009, with his loving family by his side. Born in Sydney, he was a son of Albert and Audrey (Warren) Collins. He worked at Kenmount Ford and Mac Maritime Trucking as a partsman. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Carol (Sampson); four daughters, Robbin Smith, Audrey (Pino) Smith and Debbie (Allan) Munro, all of Ontario and Carol Ann (Craig) Ashe, Sydney; six grandchildren, Adam Smith, Marco and Nolan Smith, Amanda Perry, Amiee and Amber Munro and one grandchild soon to arrive, due the end of May; one great-grandson, Cole Perry; one sister, Evelyn Collins, Sydney. He was preceded by his parents and his brother, Albert 'Abbie'. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Wednesday 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday 11 a.m., with Rev. Fred Rhymes officiating. Memorials may be made to Palliative Care, VON or the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Lillian 'Lil' Gordon, Sydney Mines Born in 02/07/1943 at North Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - We regret to announce the sudden passing of our dear wife, mother, and grandmother, Lillian 'Lil' Gordon, 65, on Sunday, May 10, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Florence (Murray) Standing. She was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Lil was a former employee of Rahey's Supermarket, Tim Horton's, and operated the canteen at the Sydney Mines Community Center. She was very involved in her children's and grandchildren's activities. She participated in numerous sports, and was a member of the Sydney Mines Strand Bowling Team, participating in provincial tournaments. She was one of the founding members of the Northside Wellness Group and faithfully attended all their activities. Lil gave unselfishly of herself, especially to those in need. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew her. She was our "Angel Among Us". More than just a wife and mother, Lil was best friend to her loving husband Robert 'Bobby' Gordon; her son, Stephen (Shelley), Charlottetown, P.E.I. and her daughters, Patricia (Al) Paterson, B.C., Roberta (Patrick) Jobe, Minnesota, Bonnie, Sydney Mines and Cynthia (Jonathon) Astephen, Balls Creek. She was also the cherished grandmother of Garrick, Bryce, Samantha, Kimberly, Courteney, Brittney, Christina, Sara, Cassidy and Matthew and loving sister to Thomas (Elizabeth) Standing, Florence (Wallace) Boutilier, and Robert (Joyce) Standing. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, William (Ninette) Standing. Visitation for Lillian Gordon will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Tuesday), May 12, 2009, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass celebrating her life will take place Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Hughie MacNeil officiating. The burial will follow in the parish cemetery. After the burial, there will be a reception in the Centennial Room in Immaculate Conception Church. In lieu of flowers, donations in Lil's memory may be made to the Cape Breton Wellness Center, or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. "Keep your head up." Marguerite LeBlanc, East Margaree at Margaree , Nova Scotia , Canada - Marguerite Sophia LeBlanc passed away Sunday, May 10, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Margaree, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah Deagle. Marguerite was a charter member of the St. Michael's Catholic Women's League for 54 years. She was devoted to her prayer life, upholding the ideals of the CWL. She was a wonderful homemaker, who's love and concern will be sorely missed by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mom's advice of "It could always be worse", will always be remembered. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Ambrose LeBlanc; sisters, Florence, Alice and Josephine and in infancy, Georgina and brother, Joseph. Surviving are her children, Florence (Walter) Fortune, Truro; Paulette (Clyde) LeBlanc, Margaree; Milton (Joan) LeBlanc, South West Margaree; sisters-in-law, Loretta LeBlanc, Margaree Forks, Beatrice Tompkins, Inverness; grandchildren, Marguerite (Frank) Philips, Truro, Lorena Fortune, Truro, Andrea (Wade) Stacey, Truro, Donna Fortune, Margaree, Paula Fortune, Whistler, B.C., Madina LeBlanc, Margaree; great-grandchildren, Mariah, Robert, Rory, Breton, Selina, Ryland, Sarah, Gavin, Colton; as well as former daughter-in-law, Cecilia. Visitation will take place Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at Marguerite's home, 40 LeBlanc's Lane, East Margaree, beginning at 2 p.m. Funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 14, 2009 at St. Michael's Church, East Margaree with Fr. Jim MacDonald and Martin MacDougall officiating. Burial will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, East Margaree. Donations in Marguerite's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of the Sunset Funeral Co-operative, Margaree Valley. Online condolences can be sent to the LeBlanc family at sfuneralcoop@ns.aliantzinc.ca. Martha MacGregor, North Sydney - A memorial service for the late Martha Jane MacGregor, 92, who passed away Friday, May 1, 2009, will be held at Drummond Memorial United Church, Ross Ferry on Friday, 2 p.m., with Rev. Sean Hancock officiating. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery. Following the service, a reception will take place in the church hall. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sydney Memorial Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

The next regular meeting of the CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION will be held 12 May 2009 at 7:00 PM at the Family History Center, 230 Evergreen Dr, Sydney. When traveling from Sydney toward Glace Bay turn right at the first traffic lights after passing Cape Breton University onto Evergreen Drive. Visitors are always welcome. Ken Donovan, historian, Fortress of Louisbourg will be the presenter this month. Mr. Donovan will be speaking from his extensive knowledge of northern Cape Breton especially the Ingonish area. This will be the last CBGHA meeting until after the summer break, the next meeting will be in September. Norm Macdonald President CBGHA

Another suggestion - if you have any rules set up for sorting your emails into different folders, have a look in those as well. Last msg that I sent DID post, TWICE, but because I have a rule that sends everything with the words "OBIT" or "DEATHS" in the subject line into my "Obits CBI" folder, it ended up there, along with a very important transcription of a death reg for the other side of my tree... Just two bits' worth (... inflation, y'know) Have a great day all! MaryB