Cape Breton Deaths April 25, 2009 Saturday There are 7 obituaries for April 25, 2009. 1. Burchell, Merrill M - published April 25, 2009 2. Francis, Brittany E - published April 25, 2009 3. Harris, James 'Jim' - published April 25, 2009 4. MacKay, Mary V - published April 25, 2009 5. Newman, Florence M - published April 25, 2009 6. Virick, Dankaur - published April 25, 2009 7. Gillis, Theresa - published April 25, 2009 Merrill Burchell Merrill M. Burchell 71, River Ryan - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Merrill Burchell on Friday, April 24, 2009 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Merrill was born and raised in New Waterford and was the son of the late William and Margaret (Townsend ) Burchell. Merrill was a regular force peace time veteran and served from 1957-1961 with the navy. He loved to dance, play cards and was a member of the Scotchtown Pensioners Club. He is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 51 years, Barbara (Jewer). Also surviving are a daughter, Donna (Dwayne) McCaskill, British Columbia; three sons, Brian (Cindy), Ontario, Wayne (Dana) and Blair (Traci), both of British Columbia; sister, Cynthia (Frank) McNeil; brother, Cecil, along with his sisters-in-law, Allene, Rita and Ruth. Merrill also leaves to mourn his passing five loving grandchildren and one special great-grandson, the love of his life. Besides his parents; his brothers, Russell, Calvin and Roy predeceased Merrill. There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. A memorial service will take place in British Columbia at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care Society. 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. ?We love you Merrill and will miss you? Brittany Francis, Eskasoni Born in 07/02/1987 - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brittany Francis on April 17, 2009. Born February 9, 1987, Houlton, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Ruth Murphy and Ralph Smith; adopted parents, Virick and Catherine Francis, Eskasoni. Brittany was very out going, hard working and sociable. She enjoyed music, skating, dancing, being outdoors and most of all she was a very great friend. Brittany lived life to the fullest and was loved by many. Brittany is survived by her son, Ricky Jr. Francis, Stanford, Maine; sisters, Carrie Ann, Boston, Michelle, and nephew Zaire, Eskasoni, Mariah, Nevaeh, both of Maine, Sayyedya, Ottawa, Viricka and nephew Jace, (Randall) Halifax; brothers Steve, James, Ryan, all of Boston, Virick Jr., Eskasoni. She is also survived by maternal grandfather, Winthrop ?Pappy? Murphy; grandmother Dorothy ?Dotty?, Maine; paternal grandparents, Alexander and Mary Julia Francis, Eskasoni; godparents, Kelvin and Elena Cabot, Eskasoni, as well as several aunts, and uncles. Visitation will begin on Sunday April 26, 2009 after 7:00 p.m. at the Gabriel Centre, Eskasoni.Funeral mass will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday April 28, 2009 at Holy Family Church, Eskasoni with Father Joe Gillis officiating. James 'Jim' Harris, Sydney at Yarmouth , Nova Scotia , Canada - James ?Jim? Harris, 69, of Sydney, N.S., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 23, 2009, after a brief illness. Born in 1939, Jim was the son of Everett and Rose (Bellman) Harris of Yarmouth, NS. Jim moved with his family to Cape Breton in 1965 to manage the Metropolitan Store in Sydney. After several years in management, Jim began a long career with London Life Insurance and retired early. Throughout his career, Jim served his clients with a high degree of professionalism and respect. His greatest joy was his wife, children and grandchildren, and after he retired, he enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, like the long walks he took with his wife, Elizabeth, in Petersfield. He had a lifelong, avid interest in aviation and spent many long hours building model airplanes to the highest standards. Jim?s interest in music, especially the guitar, continues to be enjoyed by his whole family. Jim is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Seely) of Sydney; his mother, Rose (Bellman) Harris of Yarmouth; his daughters, Kimberly Harris (Eddy Edison) of Dartmouth, Karrie (Iain) Matheson of Lower Sackville, Kathie ?Kate? Harris, at home and Susan (George) Anthony of Eastern Passage; his sons, Scott (Melissa Holmes) of Port Hope, Ont. and Stuart (Selena Cheater) of Faro, YT; his grandsons, John and Gregory MacInnis of Halifax, Geoffrey Matheson of Lower Sackville, Ryan and Brett Anthony of Eastern Passage, Cameron Harris of Port Hope, Ont.; his granddaughters, Lauren and Christine Harris of Port Hope, Ont.; his great-grandson, Owen Pickles of Sydney; his brothers, Ren (Sharon) Harris of Edmonton, Alta. and David (Coral) Harris of Nappan; his sisters, Suzie (Pat) Eldridge and Judy (David) Sollows of Yarmouth. He was predeceased by his father, Everett Harris; sister, Eleanor Harris and his grandson, Stephen MacInnis. He will be most sadly missed by his loving wife of 50 years, Elizabeth, and his family. Following cremation, a private family memorial will be held at an undetermined date. In honour of the nurses and doctors, who tended to him with the greatest compassion and professionalism, the family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Jim?s memory to the An Cala Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. A special thank-you to the nurses of the VON for their care and compassion and all the friends who assisted the family during this very difficult time. Mary MacKay, Sydney at Coxheath , Nova Scotia , Canada - Mary Victoria (nee Andrews) MacKay, 95, of Coxheath Road, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2009 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a brief illness. Born in Coxheath, she was the daughter of the late Elias and Annie Andrews. She was a member of the United Protestant Church of Sydney River. She will be deeply missed by her two daughters, Jean MacDonald, Coxheath and Shirley, (Harold ?Curly?) Pennington, Coxheath; two granddaughters, Sheri Lynn and Carol Jean; four great-grandchildren, John, Glenn, Kevin and Victoria. Mary is also survived by one sister, Thelma Rudderham, Coxheath. She was predeceased by her husband, Murdock; sisters, Edith, Pearl, Nina, Bernice, Edna, Lena and brothers, Murray, Alexander, Ainslie, Elmer and Ellis. Visitation for the late Mary MacKay will be at Sydney Memorial Chapel Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 27, 2009, at the United Protestant Church of Sydney River with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Interment will be in the Alfred Smith Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be made to United Protestant Church of Sydney River or charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Florence Newman, Halifax Born in 24/03/1917 at Florence , Nova Scotia , Canada Florence May Newman 92, Halifax/Edwardsville - It is with great sadness that we the family of Florence Newman, our Mother, announce her passing at St. Vincent?s Nursing Home, Halifax on Friday April 24, 2009. Born on March 24th, 1917 in Florence, Cape Breton, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Umberson) Travers. Mom was loved by sons Robert, James and Harold and by daughters Catherine, Jeanette and Gloria. She was predeceased by her husband Harold Newman in 1975 and by a daughter Mildred. Florence was the last surviving member of her family being predeceased by brothers Nathaniel, John, and William; sisters Minnie, Sadie and Annie. Mom lived for many years in Prime Brook before moving with her family to Edwardsville in 1960. She was well known for being a hard worker and an avid walker. She enjoyed visits from her neighbors and had a special fondness for all her children. ?Nanny Newman? is survived by 16 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandson. Mom attended the Sydney Corps of the Salvation Army for many years and was a member of Home League. Cremation will take place with a memorial service to be held in Sydney at a later date. Announcement to follow. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca Dankaur Virick, Blacketts Lake Born in 25/12/1914 - Dankaur Virick, of Blacketts Lake, passed away peacefully in her 95th year, at her home in Blacketts Lake, on Friday, April 24, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. Born December 25, 1914, in a small railroad village in Yamethin, Burma, she was the daughter of the late Gurdith Singh and Uttam Devi. She is survived by her children, Dr. Mohan (Mabel Ann); Dr. Surbans Kaur (the late Sarabjeet Singh); Dr. Ranjit Parminder (Brigader Parminder); Dr. Sudershan Goomar (Dr. Jagit); 10 grandchildren, Sandi Virick, Anju Virick, Ajay Virick, Aneal Virick, Dr. Kamal Ohson, Dr. Ravi Ohson, Moninder Ohson, Dr. Amy Parminder, Dr. Anita Goomar, Dr. Arun Goomar, and also by 18 great-grandchildren. Dankaur was the matriarch of the Indian community in Sydney and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Kehar Singh. Family and friends will gather at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel on Saturday at 3 p.m. to pay their last respects. Cremation will take place at 400 George Street, Sydney at 4 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2009. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. Theresa Gillis, Dartmouth at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - On April 21, 2009, Theresa passed away peacefully in Dartmouth, N.S., surrounded by the love and support of her children. Theresa was born and lived most of her life in Glace Bay, N.S. She was predeceased by her husband, John Gillis. Following her husband?s death Theresa moved to Dartmouth to be closer to her children. She was a devoted mother. Theresa is survived and cherished by her children, Lynn Francis, Lorain Nightingale and her husband Richard Smerdon, Glen and his wife, Janel, Diane O?Reilly and her husband George, and Brian and his partner Marlene. Theresa is an adored Nana to Katelyn and Beth O?Reilly, Emily Francis, Stephen and Ryan Gillis, and Marlene?s son Weston. She was a beloved grand-nanny to the sparkle in her eye, Kyla Marie. At Theresa?s request, cremation has taken place. A mass to honour Theresa?s life will take place at St. Anne?s Church, 108 Main St., Glace Bay, Monday, April 27 at 10 a.m., reception to follow in the church foyer. Interment will take place at a later date in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the VON would be appreciated. The family would like to give their heartfelt thanks to Theresa?s oncologist Dr. Younis, her longtime physician Dr. Fraser, the staff of the VON, Sue and Ruby of Palliative Care, and Trish Keeping for their support and care. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace Bay. Online condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ?Not time, Not space . . . Not even death . . . will ever separate you from your mother. You carry her inside of you. We love you Mom, Your Family? ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

How about "We Rise Again" from the Rankin's? It's a powerful song that moves most people when they hear it, and it's about the circle of life. We Rise Again When the waves roll on over the waters And the ocean cries We look to our sons and daughters To explain our lives As if a child could tell us why That as sure as the sunrise As sure as the sea As sure as the wind in the trees We rise again in the faces of our children We rise again in the voices of our song We rise again in the waves out on the ocean And then we rise again When the light goes dark with the forces of creation Across a stormy sky We look to reincarnation to explain our lives As if a child could tell us why That as sure as the sunrise As sure as the sea As sure as the wind in the trees We rise again in the faces of our children We rise again in the voices of our song We rise again in the waves out on the ocean And then we rise again We rise again in the faces of our children We rise again in the voices of our song We rise again in the waves out on the ocean And then we rise again -----Original Message----- From: ns-cape-breton-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:ns-cape-breton-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of lauren macdonald Sent: April-24-09 8:33 AM To: cape breton mailing list Subject: Re: [NS-CB] Gaelic to english translation anyone? Or maybe even better - does anyone know a good Gaelic or just celtic song to use for a family reunion song? something about family, home, reunion, etc...? --- On Thu, 4/23/09, lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> wrote: From: lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> Subject: [NS-CB] Gaelic to english translation anyone? To: "cape breton mailing list" <ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com> Date: Thursday, April 23, 2009, 1:47 PM Anyone wanna take a rough stab at this for me?   from youtube:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqojKR7Y2YQ   Chorus: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh mo sunnd, 'S i so a' Bhliadhn' Or thug solas dhuinn: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh oirnn sunnd. Air m'uilinn 's an leabaidh an am dol a chadal, Gun d'fhairich mi Challuinn 's gun chord i rium. Chualas na duain am briathran nam buadh, "Thoir botul a nuas 's an toisich sinn". 'S e gillean mo ghraidh a thainig o'n bhlar, Le'n cotaichean sgarlaid 's boidheach iad. S e gillean mo chridhe a sheinneadh an fhidheall, Bu mhiann le clann-nighean bhi comhla riuth'. 'S i fidheall nan teud a sheinneadh gu reidh, 'S gun cuireadh i ceud an ordugh dhuinn. 'S aighearrach mi o'n rinneadh an t-sith, 'S mo bheannachd do'n Righ thug forladh dhuinn.       ------------------------------- 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 ------------------------------- 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

Or maybe even better - does anyone know a good Gaelic or just celtic song to use for a family reunion song? something about family, home, reunion, etc...? --- On Thu, 4/23/09, lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> wrote: From: lauren macdonald <swayball20@yahoo.com> Subject: [NS-CB] Gaelic to english translation anyone? To: "cape breton mailing list" <ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com> Date: Thursday, April 23, 2009, 1:47 PM Anyone wanna take a rough stab at this for me?   from youtube:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqojKR7Y2YQ   Chorus: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh mo sunnd, 'S i so a' Bhliadhn' Or thug solas dhuinn: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh oirnn sunnd. Air m'uilinn 's an leabaidh an am dol a chadal, Gun d'fhairich mi Challuinn 's gun chord i rium. Chualas na duain am briathran nam buadh, "Thoir botul a nuas 's an toisich sinn". 'S e gillean mo ghraidh a thainig o'n bhlar, Le'n cotaichean sgarlaid 's boidheach iad. S e gillean mo chridhe a sheinneadh an fhidheall, Bu mhiann le clann-nighean bhi comhla riuth'. 'S i fidheall nan teud a sheinneadh gu reidh, 'S gun cuireadh i ceud an ordugh dhuinn. 'S aighearrach mi o'n rinneadh an t-sith, 'S mo bheannachd do'n Righ thug forladh dhuinn.       ------------------------------- 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 April 24, 2009 Friday There are 7 obituaries for April 24, 2009. 1. Dowell, Colleen - published April 24, 2009 2. Gillis, Theresa - published April 24, 2009 3. Miles, Frederick E - published April 24, 2009 4. Strickland, Lisanne - published April 24, 2009 5. Wainwright, Steve - published April 24, 2009 6. Walsh, Michael 'Little Ben' G - published April 24, 2009 7. Wessel, Lenora - published April 24, 2009 8. DeVoe, Bernard - published April 24, 2009 Colleen Dowell, London at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Colleen Dowell of London, Ont. and formerly of Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, passed away suddenly on April 20, 2009 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of Gary Dowell. Loving mother of Robert (Brenda) and Lynn. Special aunt to Catherine and Deborah. Cherished grandmother of Chancellor, Robert, Ashlyn, Renee, Rachael and Grace. Much loved daughter of Joannne and the late Anthony Andrecyk. Dear sister of John (Arlene), Francis (Donna) and the late Veronica (late Samuel). Visitation will be held at the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Rd. North, on Sunday from 2- 4 and 7- 9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Justin?s Church, 855 Jalna Blvd., on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 11 a.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Colleen are asked to consider the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Online condolences accepted at condolences@westviewfuneralchapel.com Theresa Gillis, Dartmouth at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - On April 21, 2009, Theresa passed away peacefully in Dartmouth, N.S., surrounded by the love and support of her children. Theresa was born and lived most of her life in Glace Bay, N.S. She was predeceased by her husband, John Gillis. Following her husband?s death Theresa moved to Dartmouth to be closer to her children. She was a devoted mother. Theresa is survived and cherished by her children, Lynn Francis, Lorain Nightingale and her husband Richard Smerdon, Glen and his wife, Janel, Diane O?Reilly and her husband George, and Brian and his partner Marlene. Theresa is an adored Nana to Katelyn and Beth O?Reilly, Emily Francis, Stephen and Ryan Gillis, and Marlene?s son Weston. She was a beloved grand-nanny to the sparkle in her eye, Kyla Marie. At Theresa?s request, cremation has taken place. A mass to honour Theresa?s life will take place at St. Anne?s Church, 108 Main St., Glace Bay, Monday, April 27 at 10 a.m., reception to follow in the church foyer. Interment will take place at a later date in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the VON would be appreciated. The family would like to give their heartfelt thanks to Theresa?s oncologist Dr. Younis, her longtime physician Dr. Fraser, the staff of the VON, Sue and Ruby of Palliative Care, and Trish Keeping for their support and care. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in Glace Bay. Online condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ?Not time, Not space . . . Not even death . . . will ever separate you from your mother. You carry her inside of you. We love you Mom, Your Family? Frederick Miles, Glace Bay at Dominion , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Frederick Edgar Miles, on April 22, 2009 at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in Dominion, he was the son of the late Edgar and Mary (Peach) Miles. Frederick was employed in numbers 20 and 12 collieries. He also worked construction and belonged to the carpentry union in Sydney. Frederick was a member of St. Mary?s Anglican Church. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him. Frederick is survived by his wife, Rose; sons, Thomas (Irene), Glace Bay, Kenneth, Petawawa Ont., Kevin at home, and Blair (Pam) Oromocto, N.B.; sister, Olive, St. Catharines, Ont. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, Frederick was predeceased by two children in infancy. A private family service for the late Frederick Miles will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2009 at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Vernon Reed officiating. Interment in the Good Sheppard Cemetery, Dominion. Donations in Frederick?s memory can be made to a charity of one?s choice. Online condolences may be emailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca Lisanne Strickland, Sydney at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada - We, the family of Lisanne Strickland regretfully announce her passing on April 22, 2009 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of Louis ?Ted? and the late Eileen (Christie) Strickland. She was a very generous person to all her friends. In the past she was employed at Victoria Haven Nursing Home and later worked for ServiCom Inc. Lisanne loved karaoke. She will be remembered as a loving, kind hearted person. She is survived by her father, Ted Strickland; common-law spouse, Albert Gallant; three children, Joey, Jessica and Brandon; a brother, Edward (Teddy) and grandparents, Douglas and Mary Strickland. She is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her mother, Eileen (March 12, 2009); sister, April; grandparents, Harold and Bernadette (Pentecost) Christie and grandfather, David Strickland. Visitation for the late Lisanne Strickland will be at the Pier Community Funeral Home on Sunday, April 26, 2009 from 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service will be in the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ron Coole officiating. Interment will be at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Donations in Lisanne?s memory may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to info@pierfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of ?. Steve Wainwright - Steve Wainwright who was a founding member of The Garrison Bros and prior to that The New Folk Trio, passed away peacefully Thursday morning April 23, 2009, at his home in Marblehead Mass. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; daughters, Tammy and Beth and their families. His musical career took him and his groups across North America, but their many engagements throughout the Maritimes in the 70s and 80s were the road-trips they looked forward to the most. The Garrison Bros. are probably best remembered for their version of ?Song for the Mira? which became an arrangement standard for that song, but Steve was also a prolific lyricist and wrote the lyrics to the Garrison Bros.? own hit ?Silver Sea?. Steve is also survived by his bandmates, Eugene Byrne, Kevin Evans, and Paul DuJohn as well as former Garrison Bros members, Bob O?Donovan, Peter Miguel and Lonnie Jones and many loyal fans across the region. Services have not been finalized but will be held in Marblehead. Arrangements are being made through Eustis & Cornell Funeral Home, 142 Elm Street, Marblehead MA 01945. Condolences can be forward to Steve?s family online at www.mem.com. Donations to your favourite charity in Steve?s name are appreciated. Michael 'Little Ben' Walsh, New Waterford at New Waterford , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, brother-in-law, uncle and dear friend, Michael 'Little Ben? Walsh on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, after his long struggle with health issues at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Ben and Jean (Downey) Walsh. During his life Michael worked for Spike?s garage in Scotchtown and also for Hinchey?s in New Waterford. He then went on and worked 24 years with Devco. Little Ben is survived by three sisters, Mary (George) Ceccehetto, Sylvia (Dave) Jefferies and Stephanie Walsh, all of New Waterford; brothers, Wilfred ?Trudo?, Sydney, David (Yvonne) and Bernie, both of New Waterford, and Kenny (Ingrid), Ontario. Also by many nieces and nephews, as well as his best friend, Charlie Hurley and very close friends, Moe and Brenda Durdle, who were like mother and father to him. Thank you very much from the family. Besides his parents, four siblings predeceased him in infancy. Visitation will take place today, Friday, April 24 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. A funeral mass celebrating Michael?s life will be held, Saturday April 25 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael?s Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. A luncheon will take place after in the Knights of Columbus Hall, 3226 Plummer Ave., New Waterford. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael?s name to the Diabetes Association. To view the online Book of Memories, light a memorial candle and express your condolences directly to the family please go to www.mclellanbrothersfuneralhome.com. Lenora Wessel, Sydney at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sorrow that we the family announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and sister, Lenora Wessel, on Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a brief battle of cancer surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Nellie (Whalen) Doublet. Lenora loved life and enjoyed spending time with her family. She enjoyed playing darts at the Elks Lodge and to play the slot machines. Lenora is survived by her husband and best friend of 25 years, Ernie Wessel; three sons, Paul (Mary Beth) Vassillo, Peter Vassillo, Joseph ?Joey? (Michelle) Vassillo, all of New York; her precious grandchildren, Nicolette, Anabelle, Ethan. She is also survived by her sisters, Yvonne (John) Schaller, Ontario, Delores (Art) Woodburn, April (Kevin) Hawco; brothers, Kenny (Helen) Doublet, Allan (Sheila) Doublet, all of Sydney, Kevin (Shirley) Doublet, Point Edward; her uncle Fred (Pauline) Whalen, Sydney; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Sonya Doublet and a brother, George in infancy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care, An Cala Society. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Reception to follow. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhom.com. Bernard "Kelly" DeVoe - Memorial Mass - A memorial mass will be held for Bernard "Kelly" DeVoe on Wednesday April 29, 2009 at 10 am in St. Pius X Church, with Fr. Hughie MacNeil officiating. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Anyone wanna take a rough stab at this for me?   from youtube:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqojKR7Y2YQ   Chorus: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh mo sunnd, 'S i so a' Bhliadhn' Or thug solas dhuinn: 'S e gillean mo ruin a thogadh oirnn sunnd. Air m'uilinn 's an leabaidh an am dol a chadal, Gun d'fhairich mi Challuinn 's gun chord i rium. Chualas na duain am briathran nam buadh, "Thoir botul a nuas 's an toisich sinn". 'S e gillean mo ghraidh a thainig o'n bhlar, Le'n cotaichean sgarlaid 's boidheach iad. S e gillean mo chridhe a sheinneadh an fhidheall, Bu mhiann le clann-nighean bhi comhla riuth'. 'S i fidheall nan teud a sheinneadh gu reidh, 'S gun cuireadh i ceud an ordugh dhuinn. 'S aighearrach mi o'n rinneadh an t-sith, 'S mo bheannachd do'n Righ thug forladh dhuinn.

Cape Breton Deaths April 23, 2009 Thursday There are 3 obituaries for April 23, 2009. 1. Berry, Hazel M - published April 23, 2009 2. MacGillivray, Hugh 'Doug' D - published April 23, 2009 3. MacNeil, Ronald M - published April 23, 2009 Hazel Berry - Hazel M. Berry, age 49, of Springhill, NS, passed away in All Saints Hospital, Springhill, on Monday, April 13, 2009. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late John M. and Betty A. (MacPhee) Campbell. Hazel enjoyed crocheting, carpentry, camping, bass fishing, going to PEI, traveling out west, and her family and friends. She worked in Nunavut as a cook for 10 years, ran her own cleaning business. She acquired her PCW certificate in 1994 and worked at the High Crest Nursing Home. She was a member of the Springhill Search and Rescue for 5 years. She will be sadly missed by her husband John Berry, Springhill; son John Michael Berry, Calgary; daughter, Brandie Lynn Watson; granddaughter, Jessica Lynn Watson, both of Springhill; brother, John (Shelley) Campbell, Calgary, AB; sisters, Lillian (Eric) Rushton, Springhill, Sheryl (Larry) Ross and Tanya (Ron) Warren both of Amherst; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Tiffany Ellen Berry. Arrangements have been entrusted to the A H Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane St. where her memorial service will be held Friday, April 17, 2009 at 3 pm. Burial will take place in the Hillside Cemetery in the spring. Those wishing to make a donation may do so to the Canadian Cancer Society, or the charity of your choice. www.brownsfuneralhome.com Hugh 'Doug' MacGillivray, Sydney at New Glasgow , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with sadness, that we, the family, announce the passing of Hugh Douglas MacGillivray, Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Doug grew up in New Glasgow and at 18 years of age enlisted in the RCN in 1944. He trained in Quebec and was assigned to the Haligonian in active service as a communications operator and eventually to the Algonquin sailing with the British fleet in the Mediterranean. In 1946, he reinlisted with the Royal Canadian Air Force for a five-year term where he had many posts including Whitehorse, Yukon and Goosebay. He was released in 1951 as a leading aircraftman and returned to New Glasgow where he was hired by CPR Telecommunications as a telegraph operator and was eventually offered a position in Sydney. Here he met his wife to be, Lillian Yates McMullin whose first husband, John, was killed in an accident at the Sydney Steel Plant in 1948. He took on the role of helping her raise her two young children. After five years with CPR, he took a job at the Cape Breton Post where he worked as a typesetter-perforator operator in the days of hot metal type. In 1967, he took a job with the Windsor Star, Windsor Ont., and then with the Peterborough Examiner. He returned to the Cape Breton Post in 1970 and remained there until retirement. In retirement Doug was involved with much volunteer work including Loaves & Fishes, the SPCA and the Help Line. He also keep busy with crafts such as stained glass and taught the stained glass course at the Cape Breton School of Crafts. He also loved the horse races and went as often as he could. He was predeceased by his parents, Hugh Daniel and Loretta May (Harty) MacGillivray, New Glasgow, N.S., his wife of 53 years, Lillian in 2005, her parents, Harry and Rhoda Yates, Glace Bay, stepdaughter, Derryl, a brother, Arthur, sisters, Ruth and Margaret. He is survived by stepsons, Bill (Nancy) MacGillivray, Dartmouth, and Jeff MacGillivray, Inverness; sister, Joyce (Weldon) Murray, Trenton N.S.; sisters, Jean (Clayton) MacLeod, Truro, Ann Duggan, Westville, Mary Lou (Barry), Antigonish, Connie (Alan) Fulton, Stellarton, Rita Lealitt, New Castle, Ont., Vera Crockett, Nepean, Ont.; granddaughters, Katherine MacGillivray, Dartmouth, Cassie; grandson, Aaron, P.E.I.; and many nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A legion service will take place at 2 p.m., Friday, April 24 in the S.W. Chant and Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Doug will be buried in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney-Glace Bay Highway, with his wife. Cremation under the care and direction of S.W. Chant and Son Funeral Home. Family flowers only, donations to one's choice, school of crafts, SPCA, Holy Redeemer & Trinity Church, Help Line or the VON. Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at the CBRH and QE II for all their efforts. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Ronald MacNeil, Sydney at Marion Bridge , Nova Scotia , Canada - With his family around him and thoughts and prayers from the family and friends near and far, Ron passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ron is survived by his best friend and wife of 24 years, Sharon (MacKenzie) MacNeil; two daughters, whom he was especially proud of, Jennifer, Memorial University, Nlfd. and Lynn, at home. Ron is also survived by his parents, Francis and Ann (Owens) MacNeil, Marion Bridge; sisters, Katherine, Montreal, Quebec, Cheryl Wolodka, Front Lake Road, Nadine (Alex) Mugridge, Balls Creek; brothers, David (Martha), Hay Cove, Robert, Edmonton; foster brothers, Charlie MacKinnon, Toronto, Ont.; Robert (Wilma) Brace, Ontario and his mother-in-law, Edith MacKenzie, Hay Cove; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Daniel. Ron began his working career at a very young age; employed with Scotia Tire, Halifax, and last employed with Steve Lewis Autobody before he was forced into an early retirement due to work related injuries. Ron always referred to the family property on Hatchery Lake in Oban as "his piece of Heaven on earth" and spent a lot of quality time with his family relaxing and enjoying nature at its' finest. The family would like to express a sincere thanks to Drs. Pahill and Mahomoud-Ahmed and the nurses at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre for their compassion and expert care; to Dr. John Ritter and the palliative care nurses who comforted the family and Ron in his final hours. Cremation has taken place at Ron's request. A memorial mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, Johnstown on Monday, April 27 at 1 p.m. with Fr. Joe Gillis officiating. A luncheon will follow in the church hall, all are invited. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care or the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths April 22, 2009 Wednesday There are 9 obituaries for April 22, 2009. 1. Campbell, John J - published April 22, 2009 2. Campbell, Maria Genevieve - published April 22, 2009 3. Carter, Emily Jane - published April 22, 2009 4. MacNeil, Gerald 'Gerry' J - published April 22, 2009 5. MacNeil, Lloyd - published April 22, 2009 6. Pierrard, Hilda 'Mae' M - published April 22, 2009 7. Puddicombe, Marjorie - published April 22, 2009 8. Woodford, John p - published April 21, 2009 9. Wujek, Winnifred E - published April 22, 2009 John Campbell, Milton at Jamesville , Nova Scotia , Canada - John James Campbell, 65, of Milton, Ont. and formerly of Iona, passed away on April 7, 2009 at his home. He was born in Jamesville and was the son of the late Colin and Catherine (Beaton) Campbell. He moved to Ontario 43 years ago and worked for Air Canada for 33 years until he retired last year. He is survived by spouse, Donna Cambridge, Ont.; two daughters, Angela, Paris, Ont., Laura, Cambridge, Ont.; son, Colin (Pamela) Paris, Ont.; grandchildren, Isaac, Aiden, Ethan and Alyssa. He is also survived by two brothers, Francis, (Tena) Sydney and Michael, Baddeck. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by an infant sister, Annie Sarah. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date in St. Columba Church, Iona with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery, MacKinnon Harbour. Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one?s choice. Maria Genevieve Campbell, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Maria Genevieve Campbell died peacefully Monday, April 20, 2009, at Seaview Manor. Maria was the daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (Shaw) Campbell of Victoria Street, Glace Bay. She is survived by brothers, Howard (Helen), Richmond, B.C., and Gerald ?Teddy?, Pennsylvania, USA; sister-in-law, Caroline Campbell, North Sydney; and many nieces and nephews across Canada and the USA. She was predeceased by brothers, Dan and Leroy, sisters, Aileen (Bill) Petrie and Mollie (M.J.) McKinnon. Born in Glace Bay, Maria attended St. Anne?s School and was a graduate of St. Joseph?s Hospital, where she worked for many years in the CSR department. She loved to play cards and enjoyed visiting with family in Canada and the USA. Sincere thanks are extended to her caregivers at Seaview Manor, where she had been a resident since 2001, by her niece, Marilyn (Jim) Wilson and the rest of the family. Visitation will be held Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Funeral mass will be held in St. Anne?s Church, Glace Bay, Friday at 10 a.m. with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. A reception will take place in the church foyer. Interment will take place in the parish cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to Seaview Manor or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Emily Jane Carter, Sydney Born in 04/08/1920 at Fox Island , Newfoundland , Canada - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother Emily Jane Carter, Monday, April 20, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fox Island, N.L., Aug. 4, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Minnie (Bunter) Coley. Emily was a member of St. Bartholomew Church, Louisbourg. Mom had a love of nature and the outdoors. She was dad?s helpmate in everything they did together. She will always be remembered for the love she gave to everyone. Emily is survived by her only son, Samuel Jr., (Barbara), Sydney, his children Sammy and Jason; her daughters, Eva Leona and her son, Reginald Stewart; Marjory, her children, Daniel, Quinn and Lori-Ann; Minnie (John George) MacKeigan, their son, Alexander; and Doris (Brian) Dean, their daughters, Charmaine, and Kimberley. She is survived by her sister, Ester Bussey; many great-grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by the love of her life, Samuel James Carter, who was lost at sea, Dec. 23, 1968, her brothers, George, Ivan and her granddaughter, Deborah. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at 10 a.m., one hour prior to the memorial service at 11 a.m., Thursday, April 23 at St. Bartholomew?s Church, Louisbourg, with Rev. Fred Rhymes officiating. Interment to follow in the church cemetery, Louisbourg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Gerald 'Gerry' MacNeil, Sydney Born in 21/10/1961 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with immense sadness and a broken heart; I announce the passing of my true love, my soul mate and best friend - Gerald James MacNeil after a courageous fourteen month battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma on Tuesday, April 21, 2009. Gerald was born on October 21, 1961 to Jerry and Louise (Gillis) MacNeil of Lorne Street, Sydney. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Winnie (Boutilier) and their two children, Jerry (16) and Megan (13). Others left to mourn are his three sisters, Andre MacNeil, Brenda (Kevin) Coleman and Michelle (Donald) MacDonald; his in-laws, Henry and Joyce Boutilier, Henry (Cynthia) Boutilier, Gail (Robert) Sheppard, Barbara Jean (Billy) Gillis, Edison (Colleen) Boutilier, Anita (Lewis) Boutilier, April (Ken) Ferguson, Darryl (Heather) Boutilier and many nieces and nephews. Gerald graduated from Sydney Academy in 1980. He attended the College of Cape Breton and graduated in 1985 with a business degree. Gerald worked for Ford Credit. He was a finance manager for Scotia Chrysler; credit manager for Irving Oil; owner/operator of Swensens Ice Cream Parlour/Restaurant and for the past 18 years was an auditor with Revenue Canada. In his youth, he was a paper carrier. Gerald was a well-liked gentleman with an easy-going nature. A sports enthusiast, Gerald loved basketball (in particular, the Boston Celtics), golfing, curling, and cycling. Gerald played basketball for the Capers and coached various basketball teams. He especially enjoyed coaching his son at Malcolm Munroe and the Riverview Raptors. Gerald enjoyed watching TV, dining at the Bonnie Prince, cooking, Christmas, and landscaping. His greatest joys in life were his children, Jerry and Megan, of whom he was very proud. Gerald was a devout Catholic who was not afraid of dying-he just wanted to live for his family. He enjoyed spending summers at the bungalow in Northside East Bay; horseshoes, sailing the Bras d?Or Lakes and barbecuing. He was proud of his MacNeil heritage. He was also proud to be a Cape Bretoner and enjoyed talking to many people he met throughout the island during his work. He will be sadly missed by his many aunts and uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents; by uncles, Bernie and Carl; by cousins, Laura, John David and Brian and niece, Lynda. The family would like to acknowledge the excellent care, compassion, and professionalism given to Gerald during his illness by Dr. Elwood McMullin; Dr. Chantal Beaulieu; Dr. Mohamed Hussein; Dr. Nebojsa Sparavello (QEII); and Dr. Mark Sampson. Gerald will always be remembered as a kind and gentle person, a proud and devoted father, a wonderful and loving husband and friend. Visitation for Gerald MacNeil will take place from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Anthony O?Connor officiating. Interment to follow at St. Mary Parish Cemetery, East Bay. Condolences may be forwarded to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or www.mem.com. Donations may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Cancer Centre. ?Death is but a transition from this life to another existence where there is no more pain and anguish.?-Elisabeth Kübler Ross, M.D. Lloyd MacNeil, Sydney - The family of Lloyd Cyril MacNeil sadly witnessed his passing Monday, April 20, 2009. He was the beloved husband of Anita Durkacz. Adored father of Judith and Peter Roston; Brenda and Greg Young; Maureen and Bob Smith; Robert and Maureen MacNeil; Laurie and Brent Musgrave; Shauna and Sergio Salamonovitz. Precious grandfather (Poppy) to Nadine, Melissa, and Chauntelle Roston; Chelsey Young; Robert Lloyd, Kirk, Brittany and Spencer Smith; Matthew and Mark MacNeil; Bryceson, Mariah and Victoria Musgrave. Delighted great-grandfather to Noah Daniel Roston. Lloyd was the youngest son of John Dan and Mary (Johnston) MacNeil of MacLeod Street, Whitney Pier. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Mariah, Margie, Mickey, Dewie and three infant brothers. He is survived by his remarkable sister, Catherine (Caka) Orychuck. He was a wonderful and admired Uncle Lloydie to all of the Gallivans, the Orychucks, the Raouls, the Mickeys and the Dewies. Lloyd touched the lives of countless friends, neighbours, and co-workers throughout his life. All of these families share our loss and unburden our grief with their support and strength in numbers. Dad was a devoted provider and protector to his family. This was his legacy. We take comfort in these last words he wrote Saturday, April 18, 2009: ?Day by Day. Happiness.? A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Church, Johnstown, 1 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2009. Hilda 'Mae' Pierrard, Baddeck at New Glasgow , Nova Scotia , Canada - With heavy hearts and fond memories we are saddened to announce the passing of or mom, nanny and sister. Mom died peacefully in the hospital surrounded by her children on April 20, 2009. Born in New Glasgow, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Irene (Page) Leadbeater. Along with her parents, she will be welcomed into heaven with open arms by her husband, Sonny and his parents, Lily and Amos Pierrard. Mae will be sadly missed and always remembered by her children, Leonard (Doris), Gary (Trish), Kenny (Cathi) and Wendy (Eddie); grandchildren, Shelley (Richard), James (Kayla), Kyle, Matthew (Cat), Jordan, Taylor and Jacob; great-grandchildren, Hailey, Abbie, Eric and Khloe; brother, Everett (Muriel) Mackenzie, Marcelle and Margie Pierrard; nieces, nephews and many friends. A very fond lover of animals, she will be missed by her dog, Duke. After growing up and beginning her family with Sonny in New Waterford, they moved to Baddeck, where they proudly built a loving home. Mae was a wonderfully talented and creative lady, who loved cooking, crafts and music. We all loved her world-famous biscuits and Christmas gallettes, that every years made the long trek out west. Nanny?s kitchen was a regular gathering point for her children, grandchildren all of their friends. She loved playing yahtzee, tarabish and cards in general. Mae and Sonny had many happy memories of camping and they travelled in various trailers and buses that they lovingly fixed up together. All of her children and grandchildren were raised with her favourite song, ?You are my Sunshine?. Thank you mom, for all of the wonderful memories that we will take along with us always. You will be sadly missed and never forgotten. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 23, 2009 at MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck from 3 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be held Friday, April 24, 2009 at 2 p.m. in Greenwood United Church, Baddeck with Rev. Karen Lynch officiating. Burial in Middle River Cemetery. Donations in Mae?s memory may be made to a charity of one?s choice. We would like to say a special thank-you to the doctors and nurses at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Marjorie Puddicombe, Glace Bay - Marjorie Puddicombe, 81, a resident of Taigh Na Mara, formerly of East Broadway, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at Taigh Na Mara. Born in Unsworth, England, she was the daughter of the late James and Flora (Nightingale) Shaw. Surviving are her daughters, Florence (Jack) Anthony, Hamilton and Lisa Puddicombe, Glace Bay; sons, Bill (Shirley), Frenchvale and Robert, Sydney River; 12 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert (1993); grandson, Johnny and special friend, Alvise Casagrande ?Scoop?. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday 10 a.m., with Pastor Ron Coole officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca Mr. John Woodford, Bedford Born in 09/10/1933 at Conception Harbour , Newfoundland , Canada - John Patrick Woodford, 75, Bedford/Kempt Head, passed away April 18, 2009. Born October 9, 1933 in Conception Harbour, Nfld., he was the son of the late Theresa and Michael Woodford. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Lee (Leonard) Stephenson, Calgary and Jane (Paul) Tolson, Bedford; his sons, Michael (Angela Frank) Woodford, Bedford and John (Teresa) Woodford, Fall River; brothers, Michael (Margaret) Woodford, Holyrood, Nfld. and Phil (Josephine) Woodford, Holyrood, Nfld.; sister, Mary (John) Brophy, Holyrood, Nfld.; grandchildren, Michael (Tracy), Karen, Jillian, Zane, Aidan and Katharine; great-grandchild, Rogan; former wife, Gladys MacNeil; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Aiden, Leonard, Msgr. Richard, and his sister, Sr. Isabel. Dad began his career as an RCMP officer stationed in North Sydney and New Waterford where he was married and subsequently joined the New Waterford town police. During his time as a peace officer, he recognized the need for a social welfare system, which he established in New Waterford. He later became the director of the Community Residence Program for Cape Breton. He oversaw the care and transfer into the community of the mentally and physically disabled from the institutions of the day. He spent his professional career helping those who could not help themselves and was the recipient of the Municipal Social Services Award for 31 years of service. He was a board member and past president of the Eastern Family Services Association. He served on the board of Directors of the Sydney Kinsmen Resource Centre as well as numerous other community organizations. He retired to the beautiful Bras d'Or Lakes in Kempt Head in 1994. As a master mariner he spent many summer days sailing the Bras d'Or Lakes with family and friends on his beloved sail boat the Mary Jane. Dad was diagnosed with Lewy Body Disease a little over a year ago and lived at the Berkley Retirement Home at first in Halifax and, most recently, in Bedford. We would like to thank those at the Berkley who cared for dad over the last year. We would especially like to thank Dr. Howard Conter and Dr. Kenneth Rockwood and their staff who provided dad with extraordinary care in his battle with Lewy Body Disease. A private family service was held on April 19, 2009 and cremation took place April 20, 2009. As Dad wished, a service will be held this summer on the Bras d'Or Lakes at Saint Joaquin's Church. Donations can be made in his memory to the Alzheimer Society. Condolences can be sent to P.O. Box 8901 Station A, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 5M6 or online to janetolson@eastlink.ca Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea. Winnifred Wujek, Glace Bay - Winnifred Evelyn Wujek, age 80 of Glace Bay who passed away on Monday, April 20, 2009 at the Glace Bay Healthcare Complex will have visitation on Thursday evening from 7-9 p.m. in the V.J McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral service will take place at St. Mary?s Anglican Church, Glace Bay on Friday at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rev. Vernon Reid will officiate. Reception to follow. Condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths April 21, 2009 Tuesday There are 6 obituaries for April 21, 2009. 1. Bereta, Edward 'Eddie' J - published April 21, 2009 2. Evanitski, Mary 'Betty' E - published April 21, 2009 3. Hollingsworth, Delbert E - published April 21, 2009 4. Lee, Marie (Jolly) J - published April 21, 2009 5. Woodford, John p - published April 21, 2009 6. Wujek, Winnifred Evelyn - published April 21, 2009 7. Brown, Alfreda May - published April 21, 2009 Edward 'Eddie' Bereta, Sydney at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - The Bereta family is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of a loving father and husband on April 18, 2009. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Bereta (Trojan). He was a member of Saint Theresa?s parish, Sydney. A proud alumni graduate of St. FX with an engineering certificate Eddie went on to graduate from Nova Scotia Tech with an electrical engineering degree in 1956. During his 35 professional years of work Eddie taught adult education in the area of electronics while he worked as a professional electrical engineer for Nova Scotia Power in an assistant zone manager role. His retirement days were filled with cooking, gardening, spending many hours with his grandchildren and walking with his canine friends. Eddie volunteered at the pensioners club, was a past member of the board of directors Sydney Co-op, and a member of Club 55. Eddie loved to bowl, play darts, shuffle board, tarabish, and curling. Eddie will always be remembered for his kindness, compassion and generosity towards others. Eddie always thought of others before himself. He held strong family values and always encouraged others to do their best. He was a great supporter and always willing to go the extra mile. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Yvonne (Coakley); children, Ronnie (Susan) Bereta, Diane (Glen) Joseph, Kenny (Sandra) Bereta, and Darlene (Chris) Bereta; his sister, Vickie Nichols, all of Sydney. He is also survived by grandchildren, Kristin (Drew) Currie, Sydney, Melissa (Chad) Henry, Lower Sackville, Glenda (Colin) Joseph, Fort Saskatchewan and Bethany Bereta, Sydney as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, his sisters, Helen MacArthur and Caroline Anczurouski; brothers-in-law, Gerald Nichols, Donnie MacArthur and Stan Anczurouski; along with two brothers in infancy, predeceased Edward. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday April 22, 2009 at St. Theresa?s Church, Sydney with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Interment to follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Reception at the Steel Workers and Sydney Pensioner Club, Inglis Street. Donations may be made to a charity of one?s choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Mary 'Betty' Evanitski, Aylmer Born in 22/03/1939 at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada - Passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2009, at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital, Mary Elizabeth ?Betty? Evanitski, R.N., of RR4 Aylmer, Ont., at the age of 70 years. Born March 22, 1939 in Sydney Mines, N.S., daughter of the late Eugene ?Hap? Sullivan and the late former Mary Shinners. Betty was a resident of the Municipality of Bayham since 1966 and was a former dedicated registered nurse (R.N.) at the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital for over 30 years, retiring in 1997. Loving wife and best friend of 46 years of Terrence Evanitski. Proud and loving mother of Clifford (Carol) Evanitski, of RR4 Alymer and Stephen (Suzanne) Evanitski of Keswick. Very proud grandma of Phillip, Emily, Lexie, Ryann, Ethan and Lauren. Loved sister of Frank (Dorothy) Sullivan, Bert (Carol) Sullivan, Keith (Debbie) Sullivan, all of Nova Scotia. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by an infant brother, Anthony and an infant sister, Colleen. Friends, neighbours and relatives were received by the Evanitski family Monday, April 20, 2009 at the Verhoeve Funeral Home, 262 Broadway, Tillsonburg (519-842-4238). Parish prayers were Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate the life of Betty to be said today (Tuesday) at 10 a.m. at the St. Mary?s Roman Catholic Church, 51 Venison St. W., Tillsonburg by Rev. Father Maurice Charbonneau. Interment Best Cemetery, RR4 Aylmer. Memorial donations in Betty?s memory are payable by cheque only to the Tillsonburg Dialysis Unit or the Backus Memorial Forest and can be arranged through the Verhoeve Funeral Home, Tillsonburg. Delbert Hollingsworth, North Sydney at North Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our father, grandfather and brother, Delbert Hollingsworth, 74, on Sunday, April 19, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital after a short battle with cancer. Born in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Dorman and Hilda (Lynch) Hollingsworth. Delbert was employed with Cogan Fuels delivering oil for many years until his retirement. He was a member of St. Giles Presbyterian Church, North Sydney, and a former member of the IOOF, and an avid fisherman. He was a loving father and dedicated husband to his wife Rose who passed away just over three weeks ago on March 25, 2009. He is survived by his children, one son, Earl (Kelly) Hollingsworth, North Sydney; two daughters, Della (Gordon) Crews and Melody (Colin) Bastien, both of Toronto; five grandchildren, Jordon, Charleen, Nicole, Amanda, Kacey; one great-grandchild, Haley; one brother, Murdock Hollingsworth (Isabel), North Sydney and a number of nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Rose (Townsend) Hollingsworth, a son, Robert, a sister, Queenie and brother, Alex. There will be no visitation by request. A celebration of life for Delbert will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Giles Presbyterian Church with Rev. Ritchie Robinson officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Burial to take place at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Marie (Jolly) Lee, Glace Bay Born in 16/12/1925 at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Marie Justine (Jolley) Lee on Monday, April 20, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Marie was born Dec. 16, 1925, in Glace Bay. She was the daughter of the late John and Sarah (Mullins) Jolley. Marie was on the nursing staff for 24 years at the Glace Bay Community Hospital in the paediatric department. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Fred; her son, Bernie (Pam), Glace Bay; her daughters, Marie (John Gillis) and Linda (Lorne Spencer), Glace Bay, Jean (Dr. Jim Doane) Great Village, N.S., and Joan, Halifax. A son Gerard died in infancy. Marie is also survived by nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; her sister, Agnes (Francis Turner), Sydney; and two brothers, Joe Jolley, Ottawa, and Charles Jolley, Glace Bay. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Helen Cox and Bridget Burke, brothers, Richard (twin brother), Edmond, John, William and Francis. As per her wishes, there will not be a visitation. A Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Anne?s Church on Thursday, April 23, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Gerald Campbell officiating. Burial at a later date in St. Anthony?s Cemetery, Glace Bay, under the direction of Curry?s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Donations may be made to the SPCA or charity of choice in lieu of flowers. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So he put his arms around you, And whispered come to me, With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you pass away, And although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. Mr. John Woodford, Bedford Born in 09/10/1933 at Conception Harbour , Newfoundland , Canada - John Patrick Woodford, 75, Bedford/Kempt Head, passed away April 18, 2009. Born October 9, 1933 in Conception Harbour, Nfld., he was the son of the late Theresa and Michael Woodford. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Lee (Leonard) Stephenson, Calgary and Jane (Paul) Tolson, Bedford; his sons, Michael (Angela Frank) Woodford, Bedford and John (Teresa) Woodford, Fall River; brothers, Michael (Margaret) Woodford, Holyrood, Nfld. and Phil (Josephine) Woodford, Holyrood, Nfld.; sister, Mary (John) Brophy, Holyrood, Nfld.; grandchildren, Michael (Tracy), Karen, Jillian, Zane, Aidan and Katharine; great-grandchild, Rogan; former wife, Gladys MacNeil; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Aiden, Leonard, Msgr. Richard, and his sister, Sr. Isabel. Dad began his career as an RCMP officer stationed in North Sydney and New Waterford where he was married and subsequently joined the New Waterford town police. During his time as a peace officer, he recognized the need for a social welfare system, which he established in New Waterford. He later became the director of the Community Residence Program for Cape Breton. He oversaw the care and transfer into the community of the mentally and physically disabled from the institutions of the day. He spent his professional career helping those who could not help themselves and was the recipient of the Municipal Social Services Award for 31 years of service. He was a board member and past president of the Eastern Family Services Association. He served on the board of Directors of the Sydney Kinsmen Resource Centre as well as numerous other community organizations. He retired to the beautiful Bras d?Or Lakes in Kempt Head in 1994. As a master mariner he spent many summer days sailing the Bras d?Or Lakes with family and friends on his beloved sail boat the Mary Jane. Dad was diagnosed with Lewy Body Disease a little over a year ago and lived at the Berkley Retirement Home at first in Halifax and, most recently, in Bedford. We would like to thank those at the Berkley who cared for dad over the last year. We would especially like to thank Dr. Howard Conter and Dr. Kenneth Rockwood and their staff who provided dad with extraordinary care in his battle with Lewy Body Disease. A private family service was held on April 19, 2009 and cremation took place April 20, 2009. As Dad wished, a service will be held this summer on the Bras d?Or Lakes at Saint Joaquin?s Church. Donations can be made in his memory to the Alzheimer Society. Condolences can be sent to P.O. Box 8901 Station A, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 5M6 or online to janetolson@eastlink.ca Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea. -Winnifred Evelyn Wujek, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Winnifred Evelyn Wujek, 80, of Glace Bay passed away Monday, April 20, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Billy and Evelyn (Davis) MacDonald. Winnifred was a member of St. Mary?s Anglican Church, Glace Bay. She was employed at Black Diamond Drug Store for 40 years. Winnifred was well known for her baking and loved to have people visit and have a cup of tea and sweets. She will be remembered as a very compassionate lady with a strong work ethic and positive outlook on life. Winnifred is survived by her daughter, Karen and son-in-law, Patrick Reid, Glace Bay; her two grandchildren whom she greatly adored, Amanda in Fort McMurray, and Elyse, Glace Bay; one brother, Donald and his wife, Winnifred, Connecticut, U.S.A.; brother-in-law, Frank Wujek and his wife, Carmie, Toronto. She will be greatly missed by her little friend, Oreo. Winnifred was predeceased by her husband, John in January and a special aunt and uncle, Stella and Harry Davis. Cremation will take place. Visitation will be held at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay, and a service will take place at St. Mary?s Anglican Church, Glace Bay with the time and date to be announced. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Rev. Vernon Reid will officiate. Family flowers only. As an expression of sympathy for Winnifred, donations in her memory may be made to St. Mary?s Anglican Church Building Fund, Glace Bay. Condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Alfreda May Brown, 88, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the epassing of Alfreda May (Courtney) Brown on April 19, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility, at the age of 88 yrs. Born in Petites, Nfld, in 1920, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Florence (Anderson) Courtney. Alfreda was a member of Epworth United Church. In earlier years, she loved to bowl and travel to visit her children and grandchildren of whom she was so proud. Knitting became her passion in later years, providing socks and mittens for all who needed them and teaching the finer points of "turning a heel" to many novice knitters. She will be sadly mised by her sons, Donald (Sandi) of New Brunswick, Robert (Colleen) of British Columbia, seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Freda also leaves behind sisters, Nina Ashford of Glace Bay, and Claude (Vera) Courtney of North Sydney, several cherished nieces and nephews and devoted family friend Debbie (Fowler) Brown. Besides her parents, Freda was predeceased by her loving husband, George, sisters, Cedella and Betty and three grandchildren in infancy. Visitation for the late Alfreda Brown will take place on Wednesday, april 22, 2009, at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union Street, Glace Bay, 849-7520, from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Funeral service will take place in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, April 23, 2009 at 1 pm. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney-Glace Bay Highway. Family flowers only please. Donations in Freda's memory can e made to the Diabetes Association or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be emailed to: patten@seaside.ns.ca ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths April 20, 2009 Monday There are 9 obituaries for April 20, 2009. 1. Anderson, Amour E - published April 20, 2009 2. Bernard, Roddie Thomas - published April 20, 2009 3. Colliins, Agnes Maureen - published April 20, 2009 4. Crane, Stanley - published April 20, 2009 5. Foley, Catherine Patricia - published April 20, 2009 6. Kaiser, Thelma Margaret - published April 20, 2009 7. MacKenzie, Mary Margaret - published April 20, 2009 8. MacLeod, C Jean - published April 20, 2009 9. MacNamara, Leo Lawrence - published April 20, 2009 Amour Anderson, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Amour Elaine Anderson of Glace Bay on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at Seaview Manor. Amour was the daughter of Roderick and Mary (Beaton) Anderson. Born June 18, 1923, she was a former resident of 236 Brookside St., Glace Bay, and a resident of Seaview Manor since 2005. She is survived by sisters, Mary (Earl) Demont and Thelma MacDonald, both of Glace Bay; brother, Lorne, Coxheath and sister-in-law, Marge Anderson. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins all across Canada and the USA; four special grand nieces, Brittany, Caitlin, Renee and Chelsea Demont, Bloomington, Illinois. She was predeceased by a sister, Francis Broderick and a brother, Roderick Anderson. Amour was a graduate of Glace Bay High School. She worked at T. Eaton Company, Glace Bay and Halifax where she retired as executive secretary to the general manager. She was a devoted member of Knox United Church and Unit 67 of the United Church Women. She served for many years as a representative from Knox at the Presbytery level of the United Church of Canada. She enjoyed many vacations at Broad Cove Banks, Inverness, C.B. where her mother was born. The family extends sincere thanks to her caregivers at Seaview Manor and also to her doctor of many years, Dr. David Ley. Visitation will take place at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, 849-7520, Tuesday, April 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Knox United Church, Wednesday, April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. John Finlayson officiating. Reception to follow. Burial at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations are to Knox United Church or Charity of one?s choice. Online condolences may be e-mailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca. Roddie Thomas Bernard, Indian Brook - Roddie Thomas Bernard, 44, of Indian Brook passed away Friday, April 17, 2009, at work. Born in Lynn, Mass., USA, he was the son of the late John and Annie Mae (Cremo) Bernard. Roddie operated the family grocery and tobacco store under the name of Micmac Grocery. He is survived by ex-wife, Sherry (Hickey) Bernard; daughter, Kayla; brothers, John, David (Helen) and John Harnish, all of Indian Brook; sisters, Elizabeth (Ron), Halifax, Darlene (Darryl), Indian Brook; aunts, Annie Paul, Gloria Bernard, Pat Bernard and Mary Lou Bernard, all of Indian Brook and Gladys Stevens, Eskasoni, Diane Bernard, Maine; several nieces and nephews; godchildren, Alison Michael and Tracy Paul, special friend Sheila Burris. He was predeceased by a sister, Gloria Francis and brother, Gordon, uncles, Martin, Doug, Bill Bernard, and Roddie Cremo. Visitation will be held Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 at the Ettinger Funeral Home, Main Street, Shubenacadie. Funeral mass will be held Tuesday, April 21 at 2 p.m. at St. Catherine?s RC Church, Indian Brook, Fr. Tom Kurudeepan OMI officiating. Burial will take place in the Community Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by going to www.mem.com. Agnes Maureen Colliins, North Sydney Born in 17/03/1941 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Agnes Maureen Collins on Sunday, April 19, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family who she cherished and loved deeply. Maureen was born March 17, 1941 in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Clayton and Geraldine (Nash) Connell. She graduated from Holy Angels Convent, Sydney, and later the St. Elizabeth Hospital School of Nursing, North Sydney. She was a member of St. Joseph Church. Maureen is survived by her husband, Howard Collins; her three daughters, Mary Lynn, Carolyn and Colleen, all at home; her two sons, Howie Jr. (Rose), Westmount, Ian (Cathy), Coldbrook, N.S.; a stepson, Christopher (Giselle), British Columbia; one brother, Walter Connell, Sydney; five grandchildren, Holly, D.J., Amy, Kieran and Tristan. Visitation will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney.A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial to take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Stanley Crane, Island View - On April 17, 2009, the family and friends of Stanley Crane were deeply saddened by his passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Yet our hearts are lightened, as he has found peace after suffering much illness and pain due to cancer. Stan was a native of Sydney, the son of the late Arthur and Mary Ann (MacKinnon) Crane, Victoria Road. He leaves to mourn two brothers, Bill (Mary), Island View, and Rod (Loretta), Sydney; son, B.J., Sydney as well as life-long friend, Faye Pretty, Boston, Mass. Stan is also survived by several nieces and nephews, their families and numerous relatives ad friends. Besides his parents and many aunts and uncles, Stan was predeceased by his only sister, Mary (the late Lorne Glessing), four brothers, Arthur, Joseph, Michael and Kenneth. At Stan?s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will take place Tuesday, 7 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel with Rev. Brenda Drake officiating. There will be a reception to follow at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. God has called you Home, We?ll miss you, that is true, But your suffering has ended forever, And our hearts, though lonely, rejoice for you. Some day, according to God?s word, We, too, will answer His call, Oh, what a gathering there will be, When our families reuinte, one and all. Catherine Patricia Foley, St. Peters at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada Catherine Patricia Foley Glace Bay - Catherine Patricia Foley died peacefully in the Richmond Villa Nursing Home, St. Peters, with her sister Shirley and her niece Carrie by her side. For the past four years Patricia was a loved member of the Villa Family. Her gentle holy demeanor quickly made her a favourite patient. Patricia received comfort, care, love, and respect from all the staff. Their hearts are generous and golden. Thank you.Patricia was born in Glace Bay, a daughter of the late Alice MacIntyre and Thomas Foley. She was number seven and the fifth daughter in a family of 13. She is survived by her sister, Shirley and various nieces and nephews in Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia, Australia, England and Norway. She was predeceased by brothers, Dr. Bill Foley (Gert), Antigonish, Allan (Margaret), Glace Bay, John (Isabel), Glace Bay, Thomas (Dorothy), Glace Bay, Daniel, Montreal/Glace Bay, and sisters, Rita, (Sister) Mary (Gerald O?Brien), Montreal, Marcella (Frank Murphy), Sydney, Carmella (Greg Chapel), Ontario/Sydney, Eleanor (Ken Stone) Victoria. Patricia attended St. John?s School, Glace Bay and graduated from Provincial Normal College Truro. She taught one year in Leitches Creek and 35 years in St. John?s School, New Aberdeen. She took a leave of absence and worked for a year for Trans-Canada Credit in Toronto where her instant recall, her organizational abilities and comfort with numbers earned her several promotions. But, she returned to teaching in Glace Bay. In later years her students described her as an excellent teacher, strict but always fair. When she retired she travelled extensively in Europe, Africa, Australia, The Abacos and the Far East. When at home she generously chauffeured those in need of transportation to appointments, social events and Sunday Mass. She was a loyal gentle friend. Family members and those in need had the best confidant, problem solver and anchor to turn to. The family will receive friends at Curry?s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, Tuesday, 5:30-9 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held in Holy Cross Church, Glace Bay at 10 a.m. Wednesday with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Richmond Villa Nursing Home would be appreciated. Family condolences and memories may be forwarded to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca Today wake up happy. Chase a cloud. Savor a memory. Laugh out loud. Whisper a promise. Whistle a tune. Fall asleep with a smile. Thelma Margaret Kaiser at Florence , Nova Scotia , Canada - Thelma Margaret Kaiser passed away suddenly on April 17, 2009. My mother was a wonderful, caring, lovable lady who adored who two grandchildren, Matthew and Nicholas. She took pride in everything she did. She always opened her heart to anyone who needed it. Her laughter and smile always left an impression to everyone who met her. She loved horses, animals from the time she was a child. Her most loving companion was ?Tessa?. Mom gradudated from the Cape Breton Business College and began her career as an administrative assistant with the Department of Health for over 30 years. She was and always will be the most compassionate caregiver to all of those she cared for. She will be sadly missed. Thelma is survived by her daughters, Bonnie (Mike) Peterson, Westville, Claudette, at home in Florence; grandsons, Matthew and Nicholas; sisters, Mary (Alex) Quinn, Florence, Myra MacDonald, Sydney Mines, Isabel (Russell) Steffens, Groves Point, Tom (Janet) Forrest, Halifax, and Joe (Dorothy) Forrest, Florence. She adored her nieces and nephews, specifically the news additions, Colby and Devlin. She was predeceased by her parents, Stan and Isobel (nee O?Neill) Forest and brother, James. Accommodating her wishes, there was family only on Sunday, April 19 from 2-5 p.m. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Monday at 3 p.m. at Wilson United Church, Florence with Rev. Norma Mills officiating. Burial at a later date in Brookside Cemetery. We love you mom, forever in our hearts. You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. Donations in Thelma?s memory can be made to the IWK Childrens Hospital, the SPCA or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be e-mailed to the family at fillmoreandwhitman.@ns.sympatico.ca. Mrs. Mary Margaret MacKenzie Born in 05/10/1915 at Lower Washabuck , Nova Scotia , Canada - Mary Margaret MacKenzie (MacLean) , Waltham, Mass. passed away on April 17, 2009. Born in 1915 in Lower Washabuck, Cape Breton. Mary Margaret (Peggy) lived and worked for many years in Boston. She is survived by her brother, Archie (Marie) MacLean, Washabuck/Elmsdale, as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joe MacKenzie, Christmas Island/Waltham, her parents Malcolm B and Mary Jane (MacKenzie) MacLean, her sister Eulalia and her brother Stephen. Funeral Services to take place on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 in Waltham, Mass. C Jean MacLeod, North Sydney at North Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother and grandmother, Jean MacLeod, on Friday, April 17, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Maude (Caswell) Fowler. Jean was self-employed as a hairdresser for many years. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, and the ACW. She served as badge secretary for St. John?s Girl Guides for many years. Aunt Jean enjoyed spending time with her family, especially at the summer cottage in Big Bras d?Or and celebrating Christmas Eve. She is survived by two daughters, Donna (Roland) Parsons and Grace (Edward) Boulter, both of Lower Sackville; a son, Kenny (Dr. Louise) MacLeod, Leitches Creek; her six grandchildren, Sheri, Glenna, Eddie, Jennifer, Megan, Jeana; and by her three great-grandchildren, Bryce, Alyssa-Jayne and Alex. Jean was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald ?Donnie? MacLeod, sisters, Cymbeline (Theodore) Hamilton, Mary (Douglas) Ratchford, Evelyn (Max) Lovett, Elizabeth ?Bess? (Percy) MacFadden, Phyllis (Red) Seward and by her brother, Ralph (Mary) Fowler. Visitation for Jean will be held Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service will take place Tuesday, 3 p.m. from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Gloria McClure-Fraser officiating. Burial at a later date in Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Anglican Church or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Leo Lawrence MacNamara, Reserve Mines at Reserve Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Leo Lawrence MacNamara, 83, of Reserve Mines. Leo passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 18, 2009, surrounded by loving family members. Born in Reserve Mines, Leo was the son of the late Thomas and Mary (MacDonald) MacNamara. He was a member of St. Joseph?s Church, Reserve Mines. Leo worked for the Devco Corp. until his retirement in 1985 after 35 years of service. He was an avid card player and a great fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Leo will be missed by family and many friends. Leo is survived by his longtime companion and best friend, Audrey McPhee; three daughters, Brenda (Melvin) Bryden, Sandra (Arnold), Donna Currie, Reserve Mines; three sons, Tom (Nora), Calgary, Wayne (Debbie), Reserve Mines, Darrell (Laura), Grande Prairie. Also surviving are three stepdaughters, Anna (Lester), Newfoundland, Cathy, Michelle, both in Ontario; three stepsons, Leroy, John, Malcolm, all in Ontario; three sisters, Mary Martin, Ontario, Rita and Roseline, both in Glace Bay. Leo will be sadly missed by 18 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, very special grandson, Michael, special great-granddaughter, Brooklynn and special great-grandson, Zachery. He was predeceased by four sisters, Carmella, Jane Buchanan, Fredia McArthur, Margaret Gardinier and three brothers, Vincent, Joseph and Francis. In keeping with Leo?s wishes, cremation has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A private family service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Gerald Campbell officiating. Interment to follow in the parish cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in memory of Leo may be made to the Nova Scotia Heart & Stroke Foundation. Please join us in remembering Leo at his home on 547 Atlantic Dr., Reserve Mines following the service. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So He put His arms around you, And whispered come to Me, With tearful eyes we watched you and saw you pass away, And although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hi Sharon.... You have hit pay dirt if your Neil MacVicar was the son of Donald MacVicar (whose father was known as "Red Neil MacVicar") and Margaret MacDonald of Catelone. If he is, he was married to Catherine Nicholson, who is in my husband's family tree. They were married in Cow Bay in 1973 and had eight children: - Donald 1976 - Henry Archibald 1877 - Hugh Allan 1877 (twins) - John Archibald 1878 - Sarah Ellen 1881 - Murray 1883 - Margaret Ann 1886 - Charles 1891. I know the children don't work with your list, so it may just be another one of those Cow Bay coincidences, but I thought I would ask anyway. Let me know. Jane Nicholson On 19-Apr-09, at 1:25 PM, sharon macvicar wrote: > Hello list > > I would like to know if there is anyone who is researching > Neil and Christy MacVicar of Cow Bay (Port Morien). > > Their children were > > Sarah Ann MacVicar who married John MacDonald and had these children > - Mary, Christie, John, Neil, Annie, Alexander, Effie. > Donald MacVicar who married Jane McNab and had these children - > Christine, William McNab(step-son) > Archibald MacVicar who married Kate MacKenzie and had these > children- Neil, Dan, John, Christie, Sarah > Philip MacVicar who married Jane MacVicar and had Ida Pearl MacVicar > and John Elmer MacVicar > Mary Jane MacVicar who married Seward Andrews and had these children > - Catherine, Ethel, Lillian, Vernie, and Clarence > > I have the info on Philip and Jane and their family but need the > others. > Surely hope that some one knows of them and their familys. > They are family and am doing the family history. > Sharon > > ------------------------------- > 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 list I would like to know if there is anyone who is researching Neil and Christy MacVicar of Cow Bay (Port Morien). Their children were Sarah Ann MacVicar who married John MacDonald and had these children - Mary, Christie, John, Neil, Annie, Alexander, Effie. Donald MacVicar who married Jane McNab and had these children - Christine, William McNab(step-son) Archibald MacVicar who married Kate MacKenzie and had these children- Neil, Dan, John, Christie, Sarah Philip MacVicar who married Jane MacVicar and had Ida Pearl MacVicar and John Elmer MacVicar Mary Jane MacVicar who married Seward Andrews and had these children - Catherine, Ethel, Lillian, Vernie, and Clarence I have the info on Philip and Jane and their family but need the others. Surely hope that some one knows of them and their familys. They are family and am doing the family history. Sharon

Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Nelson and Dolly (Townsend) Burgoyne. Is any one able to tell me whom the parents of Dolly Townsend were? This is a snip it from the obituary of Nelson BURGOYNE, Cape Breton Post 16 APR 2009. Don

Wondering if anyone could tell me the names of the parents of Herbert Lewis listed in the obituary below , any help appreciated.Thanks Jackie Ruby Pallotta, Thornhill Born in 24/09/1956 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - Ruby passed away April 7, 2009 at Humber River Regional Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Sydney on September 24, 1956, she was the loving daughter of Donald and Edith (Butler) Lewis of Birch Street, Sydney. Ruby was the beloved wife of Nick; loving mother of Jennifer and fiancé, Anthony Delpero; dear sister of John (Nancy), Peterborough, Diane (Randy), MacDonald, Sydney River, Valerie Cooke, Middle River, Margie (Dave) Gillis, Whitney Pier and Debbie (Eric) Christmas, Halifax; sisters-in-law, Rosa and Joanne Pallotta, both of Toronto; a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, especially Paula and Alixe, both of Sydney. Predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Wilfred and Ruby (Bishop) Butler; her paternal grandparents, Herbert and Annie Lewis, all of Sydney. Ruby will be remembered for her generosity of spirit, her love of family and friends and her dedication to her cats, Puck and Oreo. She was an avid bingo player and also enjoyed working on her many crafts. Visitation was held at Jerrett Funeral Home, Toronto, April 11 and 12, 2009. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday, April 13, 2009 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Thornhill. Entombment was held at Prospect Cemetery, Toronto. "You will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace, dearest Ruby,"

Cape Breton Deaths April 18, 2009 Saturday There are 5 obituaries for April 18, 2009. 1. MacKillop, Ken - published April 18, 2009 2. Pallotta, Ruby A - published April 18, 2009 3. Smuck, Deebie - published April 18, 2009 4. Viva, Umberto - published April 18, 2009 5. Iannetti, Shirley E. - published April 18, 2009 Ken MacKillop, Toronto at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Passed away suddenly at Scarborough General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario on Friday, April 10, 2009 at the age of 69. Beloved husband and loving father of Kenny, Karen (John) and Cheryl. Proud grandfather of Katie-Mae, Dylan, Haley and Malcom. Dear brother of Wayne and Keith. A memorial service will be held at the Pine Hills Visitation Chapel and Reception Centre on Sunday, April, 19 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow. Ruby Pallotta, Thornhill Born in 24/09/1956 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - Ruby passed away April 7, 2009 at Humber River Regional Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Sydney on September 24, 1956, she was the loving daughter of Donald and Edith (Butler) Lewis of Birch Street, Sydney. Ruby was the beloved wife of Nick; loving mother of Jennifer and fiancé, Anthony Delpero; dear sister of John (Nancy), Peterborough, Diane (Randy), MacDonald, Sydney River, Valerie Cooke, Middle River, Margie (Dave) Gillis, Whitney Pier and Debbie (Eric) Christmas, Halifax; sisters-in-law, Rosa and Joanne Pallotta, both of Toronto; a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, especially Paula and Alixe, both of Sydney. Predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Wilfred and Ruby (Bishop) Butler; her paternal grandparents, Herbert and Annie Lewis, all of Sydney. Ruby will be remembered for her generosity of spirit, her love of family and friends and her dedication to her cats, Puck and Oreo. She was an avid bingo player and also enjoyed working on her many crafts. Visitation was held at Jerrett Funeral Home, Toronto, April 11 and 12, 2009. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday, April 13, 2009 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Thornhill. Entombment was held at Prospect Cemetery, Toronto. "You will forever be in our hearts. Rest in peace, dearest Ruby," Deebie Smuck, Sydney Born in 25/06/1953 at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Deebie Smuck, on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a courageous battle with lung cancer, Deebie passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney, on June 25, 1953, she was the eldest daughter of Connie Rahey, Sydney, and Carl Rahey, Toronto. After graduating from Holy Angels High School, Deebie resided in Sydney and later Mississauga for many years. She was a cherished employee and colleague with Shoppers Drug Mart until the time of her illness. She then returned home to Sydney to be with her caring family. Deebie's jovial nature, positive attitude and generous spirit made her a special and memorable person to all that she met. Her young granddaughter, Valerie, recently wrote a beautiful tribute where she talked about her Baba's laugh and happy nature which she enjoyed so much. In addition to her loving parents, Deebie will be sadly missed by her husband, Barry, Mississauga; son, Calvin (Joanna) Hann, Sydney; cherished grandchildren, C.J. and Valerie, and sisters, Catherine 'Cathy' Rahey (Pierre Yves Barbier), Halifax, Carol (Basil) MacAskill, Sydney, Carla and Candace Rahey, Toronto. She is also survived by her stepmother, Linda Rahey, Toronto, stepdaughter, Terri Smuck, Sudbury; grandson, Logan; nephews, Christopher and Nicholas Abbass; special family member, Helen Ginter and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Deebie is now with her loving grandparents, Katie and Jim Vasilakis and Deebie and Richard Rahey, who predeceased her. Visitation will be held Saturday, April 18, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will take place 2 p.m. Sunday April 19, 2009 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, with Fr. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Reception to follow. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cape Breton Palliative Care, An Cala or charity of choice. "May the void that we now feel with Deebie's parting be soon filled with special memories of love and laughter that we all shared." Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction toŠ Umberto Viva, Sydney Mines Born in 16/11/1915 at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada Umberto Viva Nov. 16, 1915- April 16, 2009 Sydney Mines - It's with heavy hearts and brave faces that we announce the passing of Umberto Viva. He was called peacefully into the arms of God while surrounded by his loving family to join his daughter Anna Lee in Heaven. Umberto was a man of strong faith, character, and had an eternal love for his family. His kind hearted nature and gentle ways will never be forgotten. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Agostino and Studia Maria (Panzino) Viva. Umberto will be sadly missed by his best friend, soul mate and loving wife of 68 years, Eileen (Monaghan); children, Billy, Ladysmith, B.C., Lola (James) Tobin, Sydney Mines, James (Kathy), Sydney Mines, Maria (Leo) Blackie, Sydney Mines, Michael (Carolyn), Scotchtown, Medina (Gerald) Marks, Sydney Mines, Owen (Darlene), Florence, Avery (Brenda), Sydney Mines, Patrick (Alana), North Sydney and son-in-law, Harvey LeBlanc. Umberto took great pride in the accomplishments of his 20 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brothers, Frank (Barbara), Nicholas (Mary) and sisters, Mary (Owen) McCaffery, Mafalda (Tilly) Thebault and several nieces and nephews. Umberto was predeceased by daughter, Anna Lee LeBlanc; brothers, Louie, Tony and Joseph and sisters, Concetta, Annie, Yolanda, Gina, Theresa, Rose, Dominica and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Umberto joined the army in 1939 and was a member of the R.C.A.T.C.-32 Peterborough Ont. No. 8 Platoon. After returning from overseas he worked at the dockyard in Point Edward for a number of years. He also worked at the Unemployment Insurance Office in Sydney Mines until his retirement in 1976. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 8; a long-time board member of the Sydney Mines Community Centre, a volunteer at the Sydney Mines Food Bank and a member of St. Pius X parish. He was also a member of the Knights of Colombus in North Sydney. Umberto also enjoyed traveling, curling, bowling, playing cards, darts, gardening, was a fan of the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles and shared a strong love of horses. Cremation has taken place and at Umberto's request there will be no visitation. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. A funeral mass will be held Monday April 20, 2009 at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Church with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. A reception will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 8. Family flowers only. Donations in Umberto's memory may be made to the St. Joseph's Cemetery Fund, or a charity of ones choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca Shirley Elizabeth Iannetti, 67, Sydney Mines - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Shirley Elizabeth Iannetti, 67, on Thursday, April 16, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Bras d'Or on feb 26, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Carlotta (Carey) Pero. She ws a member of St. Pius X Parish, Sydney Mines. Shirley worked for many years at the Northside General Hospital, where she met many long lasting friends and co-workers. Shirley is survived by her husband, Albert "Abbie" Iannetti of Sydney Mines, sisters, Marcella (Billy) Day of Bras d'Or, geraldine (Lawrence) Ronald, Barb (Doug) George, Eileen Moss, Edna (Neil) Thomas, all of Ontario, and brothers, LeRoy (Pat) of St. Catharines, Ontario, Mendell (denise) of Boularderie East, and Robert of Ontario, sister-in-law, Heather (Sonny) Pero, special nephew, Travis Day, lifelong friend, Frances Howley and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her lobing brother, Wellington (Sonny) Pero and her precious nephew, Jeffrey Pero. Visitation for Shirley Iannetti will be held in the J.M. Jobes Fneral Home, 635 Main Street, Sydney Mines, on Monday, April 20, 2009 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The funeral mass will take place on Tuesday at 10 am in St. Pius X Church in Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald officiating. A reception will follow the mass in the parish hall. Donations in Shirley's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Sociiety, or to St. Joseph's Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths April 17, 2009 Friday There are 3 obituaries for April 17, 2009. 1. Cottenden, Murray - published April 17, 2009 2. Lewis, Matilda - published April 17, 2009 3. Wiseman, Mary - published April 17, 2009 Murray Cottenden, Sydney at Springhill , Nova Scotia , Canada - Murray Cottenden, 88 of Sydney, Nova Scotia, passed away in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Saturday, March 14, 2009. Born in Springhill, he was the son of the late James and Lexie Cottenden. Murray married Mary Evelyn Hayes. Prior to the Second World War he was employed in the Springhill Cumberland County coal mining industry. He joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and was stationed overseas during the Second World War. During an air raid his plane was shot down over Europe and he was a prisoner of war for about three years. He returned to Canada following the end of the war and continued to be employed in the Springhill Cumberland County coal mining industry. He volunteered for various organizations and was a tireless worker and blood donor for the Red Cross for many years. In January 1959, following the closing of the coal mines in Springhill, Murray and his family moved to Sydney, N.S., where he continued working in the coal mining industry. He also spent a few years in the City of Halifax employed in the coal mining industry and subsequently returned to Sydney, N.S., where he continued to be employed in coal mining. He is survived by his wife, Mary; his son, David (Anne) of Bridgetown, N.S. and his son, Bruce (Valerie) of Dartmouth, N.S.; as well as four grandchildren, Eranie (Joel), Ingrid (Shane), Jamie (Annette) and Jennifer Lee (Mark); plus four great grandchildren, Amber, Heimdall, Anna and Gabriel; brother, Harry (Deed). He was predeceased by an infant son, Carson and his parents, James and Lexie Cottenden. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Matilda Lewis at New Waterford , Nova Scotia , Canada Matilda Lewis 96, Sydney - Matilda Lewis, 96, Sydney, formerly of Westmount ? The family of Matilda (Tillie) Lewis are deeply saddened to announce her death at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Home on April 13, 2009. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (MacNeil) MacGillivray. She was a member of Holy Rosary Parish, Westmount, and in years following St. Theresa?s Parish, Sydney. She reached out to her community in many caring ways both public and private, and served as President of the CWL for multiple terms, and President of Westmount Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. She was a long time employee of Wright?s Furniture Store in Sydney. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Marion Lewis (Sydney) Mona (Bill) Darnbrough (Dartmouth) and her son David (Annette) Lewis (Enfield), loving sisters Jane (Binns) Coady, Elsie Kaarto, both of Sydney. Precious to her grandchildren, Nanny was a devoted grandmother to Matthew Lewis, Margaret (Tyler) Mattheis, Andrea Darnbrough (Louie Ghiz), Fiona Lewis, Ashley Lewis, Christopher Darnbrough, Joshua Lewis, and Laura Darnbrough. She delighted in the birth of her great grandchildren, Cienna Matilda Lewis and Lincoln ?Danny Boy? Mattheis. She is also survived by sisters-in-law Rebecca Lewis and Betty Lewis, special niece Edith Lewis, special nephew Larry Kaarto, and many other nieces and nephews. Tillie was predeceased by her husband, Hubert Lewis, sister Lucy MacCarthy, brothers Roddie and Neil MacGillivray, and Joseph Agnew. Visitation Friday 17th 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Chant?s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass Saturday 18th 11 am, at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount. Interment to follow at the parish cemetery. Memorial donations to Covenant House or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... Mary Wiseman, Dartmouth Born in 18/09/1913 at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness that the Wiseman family announces the passing of our mother, Mary (MacIntyre) Wiseman, 1913-2009, at the Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home, Dartmouth, N.S. on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 Born Sept. l8, 1913, Mary was a daughter of the late Theresa (MacInnis), Castle Bay, Cape Breton., N.S. and Joseph D. MacIntyre of Glace Bay, N. S. She was the last surviving member of her family, having been predeceased by brothers, Duncan, Alphonsus, Allan, Daniel (Donald) and Michael, as well as sisters, Sarah MacDougall (Angus), Margaret Dowe (Norris) and Christene Ellsworth (Walter). Her husband, John Will Wiseman (March, 1960), and two sons, John Joseph ?Bob? (May, 197l) and George Gregory (May, 2000) also predeceased her. Mary is survived by seven children, Theresa Gertrude Nutter, Raleigh, N.C., Mary Elizabeth ?Betty? Doucette (Cy), Woodstock, N.B., William Wiseman (Margaret), Sydney, N.S., James Wiseman, Broome?s Island, Md., Joan Gillis (William), Antigonish, N.S., June Thomas (Robert), Dartmouth, N.S., Daniel Wiseman (Bernadette), Glace Bay, N. S., 24 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Mom was a very strong woman who raised her family to contribute to society. She was active in her younger years in CWL (Immaculate Conception Parish), Home & School, Bridgeport and St. Anne?s. She was very involved in community affairs at the municipal level in Glace Bay over the years, including being part of a Committee that lobbied to keep Grade IX in Bridgeport, establishing a Commercial Class at St. Anne?s High School , and having her street ?paved?. A life-long member of the Liberal party, she actively participated in Federal and Provincial elections well into her 80s. She valued education and worked hard to see that her family had opportunities in life that were denied to her. As a craftsperson, she created countless quilts over the years, and in her 70s, took up painting - a legacy of her talents now resides in our family homes. Through her great memory, she recorded events related to her childhood years in a coal mining town as well as her experiences as a coal miner?s wife. An avid card player, she loved a good game of 500 and 45, especially with a good Cape Breton ?cup of tea?. Always frugal, she abhorred waste, a reflection of her growing up in the lean 1920s and 1930s. Cremation has taken place under the care of Curry?s Funeral Home, Glace Bay. A Memorial Mass in celebration of Mom?s life, will be held at St. Anne?s Church, Glace Bay, at a time to be determined. The family expresses sincere thanks for the wonderful care Mom received at Northwood Manor, Halifax, and Oakwood Terrace, Dartmouth, N.S.Donations in her memory may be made to the Glace Bay Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul Society (St. Anne?s Church), Glace Bay, N.S., Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home, Dartmouth, N.S., or charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be directed to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Cape Breton Deaths April 16, 2009 Thursday There are 7 obituaries for April 16, 2009. 1. Baker, Mary J - published April 16, 2009 2. Burgoyne, Nelson 'Bubbie' - published April 16, 2009 3. Lewis, Matilda - published April 16, 2009 4. MacKinnon, Alice A - published April 16, 2009 5. MacNeil, John S - published April 16, 2009 6. Wiseman, Mary - published April 16, 2009 7. Forgeron, Verena - published April 16, 2009 Mary Baker at Sydney , Nova Scotia , Canada Mary Jeanette Baker 64, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving sister, mother and grandmother, Mary Baker, on Tuesday April 14, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her devoted family. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Victor and Jeanette (Aucoin) Hareguy. Mary enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, going for long drives. She loved to sing and spent her pastime playing darts. Mary is survived by her children, Elizabeth ?Liz? Baker, Calgary, and Mark (Sheila) Baker, Howie Centre, her two precious grandsons, Ethan and Liam. She is also survived by her sister, Joan MacDonald, Sydney, brothers, Tommy and Jimmy Hareguy, both of Sydney, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Arthur ?Buddy? Baker. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place Thursday April 16,2009 from 6-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday April 17, 2009 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... Nelson 'Bubbie' Burgoyne, Sydney Born in 26/02/1940 at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson Burgoyne at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, he was the son of the late Nelson and Dolly (Townsend) Burgoyne. Nelson is survived by his wife, Felicia (Davis); son, Nelson; daughter, Felicia, both of Sydney Mines. He is survived by sisters, Dorothy (Stephenson), Sydney Mines, Jacqueline, British Columbia; brothers, Freddy and Kenny, both of Ontario. He was predeceased by sisters, Madge and Theriza. Before his retirement, Nelson was employed as an electrician with the Cape Breton Regional School Board. He was an avid ham radio operator (VE1 GO) In keeping with his wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care of Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Interment of the ashes will take place at a later date. Matilda Lewis at New Waterford , Nova Scotia , Canada Matilda Lewis 96, Sydney - Matilda Lewis, 96, Sydney, formerly of Westmount ? The family of Matilda (Tillie) Lewis are deeply saddened to announce her death at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Home on April 13, 2009. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (MacNeil) MacGillivray. She was a member of Holy Rosary Parish, Westmount, and in years following St. Theresa?s Parish, Sydney. She reached out to her community in many caring ways both public and private, and served as President of the CWL for multiple terms, and President of Westmount Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. She was a long time employee of Wright?s Furniture Store in Sydney. She will be deeply missed by her daughters, Marion Lewis (Sydney) Mona (Bill) Darnbrough (Dartmouth) and her son David (Annette) Lewis (Enfield), loving sisters Jane (Binns) Coady, Elsie Kaarto, both of Sydney. Precious to her grandchildren, Nanny was a devoted grandmother to Matthew Lewis, Margaret (Tyler) Mattheis, Andrea Darnbrough (Louie Ghiz), Fiona Lewis, Ashley Lewis, Christopher Darnbrough, Joshua Lewis, and Laura Darnbrough. She delighted in the birth of her great grandchildren, Cienna Matilda Lewis and Lincoln ?Danny Boy? Mattheis. She is also survived by sisters-in-law Rebecca Lewis and Betty Lewis, special niece Edith Lewis, special nephew Larry Kaarto, and many other nieces and nephews. Tillie was predeceased by her husband, Hubert Lewis, sister Lucy MacCarthy, brothers Roddie and Neil MacGillivray, and Joseph Agnew. Visitation Friday 17th 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Chant?s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral mass Saturday 18th 11 am, at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount. Interment to follow at the parish cemetery. Memorial donations to Covenant House or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.com Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... Alice MacKinnon Born in 29/10/1939 at Arichat , Nova Scotia , Canada Alice Amelia MacKinnon 69, Sydney Mines - A friend to all in the Sydney Mines community, Alice Amelia MacKinnon passed away peacefully on April 15, 2009, at the Northside General Hospital, surrounded by her beloved family, with a very sudden illness. Born in Arichat on October 29, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marcellina (Fougere) Pottie. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, Sydney Mines. She was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Branch 8, Sydney Mines, and a proud member of the Sydney Mines Pensioners Club. Alice was a foster mother to many children. Her favourite pastimes were Bingo and a good game of cards, along with many travels. She is survived by her 3 loving children; Pat (Julie), Florence, Daniel (Shirley), New Waterford, and Vanessa (Robbie), Sydney Mines. She is also survived by her sisters, Patricia (Wilfred), Delores (James), Marjorie (Alfred), and Tina, and brothers, Eugene (Gill), Ambrose (Karen), and Danny (Shaunn); grandchildren, Christine, Adrian, Patrick, Devon, Natasha, and Joshua, along with many special nieces and nephews. Alice is also survived by her friend and companion Monty Bridgette, along with many special friends, who were always there for her. No need to name names, we all know who they are; Silent Angels. Besides her parents, Alice was predeceased by her husband Pat MacKinnon, and her brothers Louie and James Pottie. Visitation for Alice MacKinnon will be held in the J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Friday, April 17,2009, from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass celebrating her life will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J. J. MacDonald officiating. A reception will follow in the Immaculate Conception Centennial Room. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca John MacNeil, Glace Bay at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dad, John S. MacNeil of Glace Bay. He passed away Tuesday morning, April 14, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care facility. Born in Glace Bay, John was a son of the late Ronald and Alice (Bramwell) MacNeil. A veteran of the Second World War, he served his country from 1940-45 in Canada and Italy as a captain in the Highlanders with the Canadian Signal Corps. He served in the local militia from 1952-1976 reaching the rank of major. He was a member of Branch 40 Legion in Passchendale and Branch 3 Legion of Glace Bay. He was a member of the KOC in Glace Bay achieving his fourth degree and served as past Grand Knight. John was educated in St. Anthony and St. Anne schools and St. Francis Xavier University graduating in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree and Bachelor of Education. He received a varsity letter awarded for athletic achievement. He and his brother, Ralph, were well known for their sports skills in rugby and hockey, while in school and university. He taught junior high at St. Anthony?s School in Passchendale for a number of years and became principal of Holy Cross School in 1962 until his retirement in 1986 after teaching for 35 years. He was an avid sportsman and coached common school minor hockey for many years. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony?s parish, Passchendale, where he served on the parish council and finance committee for many years. He also served his parish as a reader and Eucharistic minister. He will also be remembered for his work and belief in the credit union movement. He helped establish and manage the credit union in Passchendale on Emery Street for several years. John is survived by his loving family, daughters, Gwen Martell (Reg), Port Morien, Marie Young (Tommy), Mira; sons, Jack MacNeil (Marlane), Glace Bay, Paul MacNeil (Ruth), Oshawa, Ont.; 10 grandchildren, Michelle, Donkin and Mark Martell (Andrea), Mineville, Dartmouth, Allison Hickey (Tommie), Halifax and Lindsay MacNeil, Glace Bay, Steven (Bethany) Young, Alberta and Laura Young, Mira, Michael and Ryan MacNeil, Glace Bay, Emma and Brooke MacNeil, Ontario; three great-grandchildren, Matthew Martell, Donkin, Jordyn and Kaylee Hickey, Halifax. He also leaves to mourn, his two caring sisters, Olive MacNeil and Mary Donahue, both of Glace Bay; brother, Ralph (Anne) MacNeil, Glace Bay and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a gentle soul, who loved sports, music, reading and a good party. He and mom loved to dance up a storm in their hay day and we are sure they are once again dancing the two step to the music of the angels in Heaven. Dad was predeceased by his parents and the love of his life, his wife of 56 years, Annie Aucoin and an infant son, John. Also in infancy brother, Clarence and sisters, Alice, Marie and Catherine MacNeil; five uncles and seven aunts. He will be sadly missed by his loving family and caring friends, especially Theresa and Debbie. Visitation will be held Friday, April 17, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Curry?s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay, where the KOC will gather for prayers at 7:30 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2009, in St. Anthony?s Church, Glace Bay, with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Interment will be in Forest Haven Cemetery. A reception will be held in the parish hall after the funeral. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or to a charity of your choice. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca Mary Wiseman, Dartmouth Born in 18/09/1913 at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with heartfelt sadness that the Wiseman family announces the passing of our mother, Mary (MacIntyre) Wiseman, 1913-2009, at the Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home, Dartmouth, N.S. on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 Born Sept. l8, 1913, Mary was a daughter of the late Theresa (MacInnis), Castle Bay, Cape Breton., N.S. and Joseph D. MacIntyre of Glace Bay, N. S. She was the last surviving member of her family, having been predeceased by brothers, Duncan, Alphonsus, Allan, Daniel (Donald) and Michael, as well as sisters, Sarah MacDougall (Angus), Margaret Dowe (Norris) and Christene Ellsworth (Walter). Her husband, John Will Wiseman (March, 1960), and two sons, John Joseph ?Bob? (May, 197l) and George Gregory (May, 2000) also predeceased her. Mary is survived by seven children, Theresa Gertrude Nutter, Raleigh, N.C., Mary Elizabeth ?Betty? Doucette (Cy), Woodstock, N.B., William Wiseman (Margaret), Sydney, N.S., James Wiseman, Broome?s Island, Md., Joan Gillis (William), Antigonish, N.S., June Thomas (Robert), Dartmouth, N.S., Daniel Wiseman (Bernadette), Glace Bay, N. S., 24 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren. Mom was a very strong woman who raised her family to contribute to society. She was active in her younger years in CWL (Immaculate Conception Parish), Home & School, Bridgeport and St. Anne?s. She was very involved in community affairs at the municipal level in Glace Bay over the years, including being part of a Committee that lobbied to keep Grade IX in Bridgeport, establishing a Commercial Class at St. Anne?s High School , and having her street ?paved?. A life-long member of the Liberal party, she actively participated in Federal and Provincial elections well into her 80s. She valued education and worked hard to see that her family had opportunities in life that were denied to her. As a craftsperson, she created countless quilts over the years, and in her 70s, took up painting - a legacy of her talents now resides in our family homes. Through her great memory, she recorded events related to her childhood years in a coal mining town as well as her experiences as a coal miner?s wife. An avid card player, she loved a good game of 500 and 45, especially with a good Cape Breton ?cup of tea?. Always frugal, she abhorred waste, a reflection of her growing up in the lean 1920s and 1930s. Cremation has taken place under the care of Curry?s Funeral Home, Glace Bay. A Memorial Mass in celebration of Mom?s life, will be held at St. Anne?s Church, Glace Bay, at a time to be determined. The family expresses sincere thanks for the wonderful care Mom received at Northwood Manor, Halifax, and Oakwood Terrace, Dartmouth, N.S.Donations in her memory may be made to the Glace Bay Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul Society (St. Anne?s Church), Glace Bay, N.S., Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home, Dartmouth, N.S., or charity of choice. E-mail condolences may be directed to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca Verena Forgeron - Verena Forgeron, who passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2009, is also survived by her half-sister, Dorothy LeBlanc of West Arichat. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org

Hello: I have a MacIver cousin who sent me the following poem which is in the History of the MacIver Clan by JOhn Monroe MacIver. Can anyone translate this or tell me where I may find the translation. Thanks for the help. Evelyn Rinneach na rainn so a leanas le Mr. Iain MacNicol ("Iain Thormoid") do'n dhuine arramach agus dhiaghidh sin Calum MacIomhar, a bha an Sgire na Narros Bheag, agus a bhasaich annus a bhliadhnam 1868. 'S mor a dhith air a' Sgire Mac Iomhar, am firean Fear urnuigh, cho dileas Bhi na shineadh 's an uaigh. 'Nuair a chromas mi'n fosal, Chi mi Rudha Chloinn Iomhair, 'S falas dorch air a chliaradh On a thriall thu d'on uir. Bha do chairdean gie bhronach, Ri taodh do leaba gun solas, Nuair a chuireach fo'n bhord thu,-- Fo na fodan san uaigh. Cha bu choir dhoibh bhi bronach, Mar dhream bhitheadh gun dochas, 'S tu fein a seinn air an oran, Bhios na cheol dhut gu buann. 'Nuair a dh'eirerdh to dh'urnuigh, Bhiodh'n ola-ungaidh ro chubhraidh Air a taomadh as ur oirt, 'S t-aghaidh dhruidhteach ri neamh. 'S e bhi iriseal gradhach, An trusgan fad' a b'fhearr leat, 'Us mhair i ghut san fhasach, Gus and' rainig thu cheann. Ch'a bhriste a chulle bhruit leat, No lion dheth'm biodh an smudan, Luchd nan cridheachan bruite, 'Us nagluitean bhoidh fann. Sann a labhradh tu sith dhoibh, Le gealladhain o'n fhirinn, 'S ged bha satan ga'n diteadh, Cha robh firinn na chainnt. 'S gu'm b'fhearr leat focal no'dha, Na'm biodh e chanan Chanaan, Na'n creideamh sin, ro laidir, Bhiodh a shuath anns a cheann. Bha na gibhtean 's na grasan Sin, a fhuair thu o'n Ard Righ, Ri toirt barrachd air nadur, 'S lad a ghnath ri toirt buaidh. 'S lionmhor trioblaid 'us amhgar, Bha gad' leantuinn san fhasach, Ach fhuair thu dhachaidh gu sabhailt, Do'n Chanaan tha shuas. 'S ged bhiodh amannan cruaidh ort, 'S iomadh amhgar 'us cruaidhchas, Bha iomhaigh ghlormhor'n Uain ort, A thug buaidh dhuit troimh ghras. 'S ged bu sheanair san aite thu, Do chlainn lag agus laidir, Gu'm b' fhad'e bho do nadur, Gu'n cain't Babvhi riut fein. 'S tu na' d'gheug sa chraoibh mheasail, Dh'fhas a mach a bhonn Iese, Air a ceangal le creideamh, 'Se gun teagamh a' fas. Bha do dhiadhachd's do tohrrdh, 'S iad ri faicimn ort coltach, Ri meanganan troma, 'S iad a cromadh gu lar. 'Si mar sgail bho'n teas dhoibh, Mar shruth uisg' ann 'n tir thartmhor, 'S mar dhion o'n an doinnin, 'S cha'n'eil comheas rithe ann. Tha thu nis anns an aite, Far nach coinnich-riut amhghar, 'S nach abair, am fear aitich, Gu brath, tha mi tinn. Seinn an orain's binn fuama, Nach tuig son neach dheth an t-siuagh, Ach na dh'fhoghlum o shuas e, 'Sa bhios gu buadhach ga sheinn. Faotainn beatha agus arach, Ann san raon san dh'fhuair cach e, 'S tha mar dhilib, air fhagail, Gu brath aig a chlainn. Bha do chreideamh's do dhochas, Co sheashamh riut comhla, Dh'fhag sud ola nad'lochran, Doi gu Iordan a bhais. 'nuair thanaig gloadh'n fhir nuadh phosd, Theich gach codal 'ns sgleo dhiot; Bha na soithichean comhla, Ris an lochran, 'siad Ian. Air leam gu faic thu comhla Ri cuideachd do dh'oighean, 'S tu deasachadh do lochran, Gu dol an codhail an Uain. 'S mor a chaill sinn am bliadhna, Donnochadh Caimbeul, a cheud fhear, Aonghas Domhnullach, diadhaidh, 'Us Mac Iomhair nan deigh. Triuir dhaoine a bha gaisgeil; Luchd urnuigh a bha tapaidh. Gu togail suas na brataich, Fo cheannard na slainte. O na dh'fhalbh luchd na h-urnuigh, Tha na neoil air fas dumhail; Cha'n'eil teachdair sa'n cubaid Gu stiurreach nan dall. Bithibh a giarraidh's gach aite, Gu'n eirich solus nan gars, S gun tuit falluinn an fhaidh Air pairt da na chlainn. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.287 / Virus Database: 270.11.58/2061 - Release Date: 04/15/09 19:52:00

Hi group - I sent this yesterday with a hyperlink to the actual obit; didn't seem to go through, so I'm trying again... From: mary barrow Sent: Tuesday, April 14, 2009 2:10 PM To: ns-cape-breton Subject: Obituary - Robert John MacIsaac (born 1910 St. Ninian) MacIsaac Obituary - The Windsor Star MacIsaac, Robert John Born November 16, 1910 in St. Ninian, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2009 at Extendicare Tecumseh. Husband of Florence (Blain) and the late Annie Mae (MacEachern) (1990). Loving father of Angus (Diane) MacIsaac; Marie (Tom) Ray; Winnie (Jim) Magee of Toronto, Cathie (Don) Snider of Sherwood Park, Alberta; Rita MacIsaac (Wally Pirker) of Drayton, Ontario; and Robert Jr. MacIsaac. Also survived by his grandchildren Michael and Christina MacIsaac; Maureen MacIsaac; Andrea and Chris Gillis; Darren Ray and Tracey Armstrong; Kathleen, Patrick, Mary Catherine, Seanna and Tommy Magee; Donald and Matthew Snider; Michelle and Dean Holstien; David and Caitlyn Pirker. He also had 9 great-grandchildren: Shae-lyn, Tia, Quinn and Blake MacIsaac; Harley and Emily Gillis; Jacob Taylor-Ray, Andrew and Aiden Ray. He is also survived by one brother Hector MacIsaac of Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. Predeceaseed by his parents Angus and Mary (MacDonald) MacIsaac, son Joseph (1997), and brothers and sisters Catherine (Alex Austin) Beaton, William (Willie A.) (Mina) MacIsaac, Isabel (Angus W.) MacDonald, Anna (Dan R.) MacDonald, Annie Mae (Duncan) MacEachern, Marie (William) MacDonald, Martha (Leo) DeWolf and Margaret (Sadie) MacIsaac and brothers and sisters-in-law Mary Catherine MacEachern, John Dan MacEachern, Dan Joseph and Winnie MacEachern, John Dan and Belle MacEachern. Bob was a founding member of the Windsor Maritime Club. He was also a Life Member of Knights of Columbus Bishop John T. Kidd Council 4924. He bowled until he was 92 and played cards with the seniors at the Riverside Knights of Columbus until he entered the nursing home. The family would like to thank the staff of Extendicare Tecumseh - Livingstone House for the great care Dad received. You guys are terrific. He loved you all. Visitation will be held at the Marcotte Funeral Home and Chapel, 12105 Tecumseh Road, Tecumseh (519-735-2830) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Parish Prayers will be held at 3:00 p.m. and Knights of Columbus Prayers will be held at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Ste. Anne Church from 12:00 p.m. until the Mass of the Resurrection at 1:00 p.m. Fr. Robert Couture celebrant. Interment at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to charity of your choice. A tree will be planted in the Marcotte Heritage Forest. A tree dedication service will be held on September 27, 2009. All are welcome. Memories may be shared at www.marcottetecumseh.ca

Partridge Charles 75 - North Sydney, Sept. 15 1915 The death of an old and very highly respected citizen occurred at the Harbor View Hospital yesterday when Charles Partridge passed away. The deceased was for a number of years in partnership with his brother William Partridge as one of the proprietors ofthe North Sydney foundry. Latterly he was employed on the censor staff of the cable office here, until two weeks ago, when, on account of illness, he was removed to the hospital. Mr. Partridge was in his seventy-fifth year. His wife predeceased him two years ago, and his only child, a daughter, died several years ago. Mrs. Vinson Bown of this town is a sister and Mr. Richard Partridge of Sydney Mines a brother of the deceased. Funeral will likely take place Thursday afternoon.

Cape Breton Deaths April 15, 2009 Wednesday There are 6 obituaries for April 15, 2009. 1. Bishop, Michael T - published April 15, 2009 2. MacLean (nee McNeil), Anne - published April 15, 2009 3. Milley, William G - published April 15, 2009 4. Morrison, Ivy E - published April 15, 2009 5. Wilton, Evelyn V - published April 15, 2009 6. Ingraham, Stanley D. - published April 15, 2009 Michael Bishop, Thorold Born in 03/01/1962 at Sydney Mines , Nova Scotia , Canada - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mike as the result of a tragic accident on Sunday, April 12, 2009, at the age of 47. Mike was a loving husband, father, son and brother who had a strong sense of family. Born in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, on January 3, 1962 he was the son of Shirley and the late Les Bishop. Beloved husband of Donna (Hines). Loving father of Evan, Wade (Karen Sage) and Dawn (Christian Morley). Dear brother of Donnie (Donna) of Sydney, N.S., Joe (Linda) Georges River, N.S., Billy and John (Marjorie) of Milton, Ont., Chris (Kim) of Toronto, Sonja (Art) Francis of North Sydney, N.S. and Shaundy Sibley of Thorold. Uncle Mike will be remembered by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Mike was employed with Centennial Construction as a labourer/cement finisher and he enjoyed working closely with the guys as was evident in the many stories he would tell upon his arrival home each day. In his spare time Mike enjoyed nothing more than piling the family into his truck and just driving around to see the sights. He also enjoyed taking his go-kart out with the boys. Mike was anxiously awaiting the birth of his first grandchild in September. Mike's family will receive friends at the Lamb-Bocchinfuso Funeral Home, 2 Regent St., Thorold on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held in The Lamb Chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Victoria Lawn Cemetery, St. Catharines. Memorial donations in memory of Mike to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.lbfuneralhome.com Anne MacLean (nee McNeil) Born in 03/04/1930 Anne MacLean (nee McNeil) - Anne MacLean (nee McNeil) Born April 3, 1930, Deceased April 13th , 2009 Loving wife of Alfred (deceased May 11, 1983), both of Glace Bay, NS Passed peacefully at Humber River Regional Hospital, North York, ON. Anne will be deeply missed by her four children Tom (Barb), Gary (Susan), Alfred (Nancy) and Judy (John); nine grandchildren Kari, David, Sarah, Shannon (Guy), Adam, Rhiannon, Ryan, Zachary, Katelyn, and six great grandchildren Taylor, Devon, Jared, Mathew, Andrew and Kaitlyn. Anne was one of 10 children of Alexander and Jenny McNeil of Glace Bay, NS. Mary, Weenie, Jennie and Donald deceased. Anne is survived by Barbara, Shirley, Helen, Joannie & Francis (Bo). Visitation will be held at Ward Funeral Home, Weston, ON, on Thursday April 16th from 2 to 4 pm and from 7- 9 p.m. Funeral Services will be held in the chapel of Wards Funeral Home on Friday April 17, 2009 at 11a.m. with reception immediately following. The reception will be held at the United Church located at King and Weston Rd. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Lung Association or the Alzheimer's Society. Condolences may be sent to anne.maclean@wardfh.com Mr. William Milley, Tatamagouche Born in 06/01/1931 - To the greatest man we have ever known, we call him Dad/Grandpa. We love and miss you so much Love Darlene, Conrad and Shelby xoxoxo "Be at peace" Ivy Morrison, Sydney Born in 12/10/1918 - Ivy Elizabeth Morrison (nee Campbell), aged 90 years, passed away at the QEII Health Sciences Center, Halifax Nova Scotia surrounded by her loving family. Ivy was a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and in her granddaughters own words, "Nanny, you are the best great-grandmother in the whole world." Everyone went to 'Ivy's' for the best apple pies in Cape Breton. In her house you never went hungry and were always sure to get a good cup of tea. Ivy is survived by her husband of 59 years, Duncan; her only daughter, Janie Leon (Brian); brothers, Douglas Campbell (Lily) and Cecil Campbell; two grandchildren, Amy and Paul; two great grandchildren, Valarie and Jocelyn; brothers-in-law, Clifton Christie and Francis (Mary Lou) Morrison; sister-in-law, Isabel Mancini and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, Murdock and Annie (nee Lewis) Campbell; sisters, Marguerite, (the late Henry) Clements, Marion (the late Humber) Gentile and Frances Christie; sister-in-law, Ruby; and mother and father-in-law, Angus and Mary Jane (Rudderham) Morrison. Accommodating her wishes, Ivy was cremated. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday from 1-3 p.m. followed by a memorial service in the chapel with Rev. Fred Rhymes and Rev. Val Rhymes officiating. Interment in St. Marks Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca or leonb@eastlink.ca. Evelyn Wilton at Glace Bay , Nova Scotia , Canada - Evelyn Violet Wilton passed away at age 96 on April 9, 2009 at her home in Redondo Beach, California. She was born in Glace Bay in 1912, the daughter of Fred and Jane (Nee Britt) Stevens. She married Ewen Wilton in 1931 and lived in Glace Bay until they moved to Watertown, Massachusetts in 1954. They moved to Redondo Beach, California in 1957. She was predeceased by her husband, Ewen in 1974 and their son, James in 2007. She is survived by her sister, Mabel Rafferty of Albert Bridge; three sons, Bob, Lorne and Roy; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great great grandchild and nephews and nieces in Nova Scotia as well as other parts of Canada and Massachusetts. She will be sadly missed by all. Visitation will be at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay on Friday, April 17, 2009 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services officiated by Rev. Michael Henderson will be held at St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Glace Bay on Saturday April 18 at 11 a.m. with burial to follow at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Online condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website: www.vjmcgillivray.ca Stanley David Ingraham, 62, Margaree Valley - Funeral service for the late Stanley David Ingraham of Margaree Valley will take place on Thrursday, Apri 16, 2009, at 2 pm, at Margaree Valley Baptist Church with Pastors Hugh Morrison and Pierre Chiasson officiating. Burial will follow in teh Margaree Valley Baptist Cemetery. Family flowers onley. Donations may be made to Arms of Jesus Children's Mission Inc., Cape Breton Bible Camp or Margaree Valley Baptist Church. Funeral sercices under the direction and care of the Sunset funeral Co-Operative, Margaree Valley. "Yes, we ae fully fonfident, and we would rather be away from these earthly bodies, for then we will e at home with the Lord" 2 Coriathians 5:8 ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org