Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 28, 2017 Tuesday There were 9 obituaries published today HELEN (O’HANDLEY) PEREZ - 70 YRS MARY ELLEN SACCARY - 67 YRS THOMAS CLYDE HEAD - 78 YRS OLIVE MADELINE (YOUDEN) LAYTE - CHARLIE KUBLEK - 74 YRS VALERIE MILDRED (DEROCHE) MCDONALD - 95 YRS FREDERICK “BUTCH” MACLEAN JR. - JAMES HISCOTT - 73 YRS DINAH ELIZABETH (ROBERTS) RIDEOUT - 99 YRS Helen Perez Passed on: November 26th, 2017 We are saddened to announce the passing of Helen (O’Handley) Perez, 70, who passed at her home on November 26, 2017 surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late John Malcolm and Clara (Bennett) O’Handley and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. After graduating at MacDonald High School, Dominion, she moved to Boston where she enjoyed working with children and adults who were developmentally disabled. She was the Foster Mother to over 80 girls before moving back to Cape Breton. She attended the Cape Breton University and Saint Thomas University where she earned her advanced degree in Adoption Social Work. She went on to work with Mi’ kmaw Family and Children’s Services, where she brought many families together. For those of us that knew her she never felt like it was work, because she loved what she did. Helen was the wife of the late Edilio Perez, and is survived by her four daughters, Lisa Sullivan and her husband James, Cheryl Demers and her husband Ronald, Jennifer Perez Rounds and her husband Christopher, and Lisa Marie Chown. Her two surviving brothers, Hank and his wife Carolyn O’Handley, and Cal O’Handley, four sisters, Bev and Neil Matheson, Cathy MacIntyre, Rita and Lorne MacPherson, and Clara and Keith Wadman. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Cameron, Cayla, Matthew, Thomas and Daniel, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Besides her parents and husband, Helen was also predeceased by three brothers, Jack, Tommy and Allie; two sisters, Selena Poulin and Elaine Campbell, and brother-in-law, Ronald MacIntyre. The family wanted to give special mention to a family that held a special place in Helen’s Heart, The MacCormack’s, Kathleen and Lloyd and their beautiful children Daina and Gary Basso, Luke, Kathleen, Bobbi-Boo and Little Lloyd. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 3-7 p.m., at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home. The Funeral Mass, celebrated Fr. Daniel Boudreau will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, November 30, 2017, in Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery. All are invited to join Helen’s family at a reception in the church hall. Memorial donations in Helen’s memory may be made to Mi’ Kmaw Family and Children’s Services of Nova Scotia-adoptions: 76 Logan Dr. ESKASONI, NS, B1W-1A2 Online condolences to the family may be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Mary Ellen Saccary Passed on: November 24th, 2017 We, the family of Mary Ellen Saccary, regret to announce the sudden passing of our mother on November 24, 2017 after a brief illness. Mary was born February 14, 1950 to the late Mary Jane (Spencer) and Alfonse Saccary. She is survived by her daughters, Jeanette and Donnie, Donna and Jimmy, Deborah and Kevin, all of Glace Bay, and a son who lived in Ontario for the last 22 years, Blaine and Christine. She will be greatly missed by her nine grandchildren, who were her life, Kaleigh, Chantel, Kerri, Brianna, Amber, Brandon, Dylan, William and Journey, and a very dear friend, Peggy Gouthro. Also survived by brothers, Alex Roberts and Flo, Miles Saccary; sisters, Bea Mathews and Willena Arsenault, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Alfred Roberts, Fred Roberts, Kay Metcalfe, Theresa Rowe, Irene Lynk and Jake Saccary. We would like to thank Homecare and the VON for the special care given over the last year especially Peggy Metcalfe and also the doctors and nurses of the regional hospital (RN Wayne). Staying with her wishes, cremation has taken place and a private ceremony with the immediate family in Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Bridgeport will take place. A celebration of her life will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, November 30, 2017 at her residence 30 Wilson’s Lane in Dominion. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com <http://www.tjtracey.com/>. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS, 902-849-4199. Thomas Clyde Head Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia Passed in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 24th, 2017 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Clyde Head, age 78, on Friday, November 24, 2017 with his family by his side at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Eli and Mary Eva (Lush) Head. Tom worked for 37 years in numbers 18 and 12, Lingan and Phalen coal mines. He also fished lobster from New Waterford for over 40 years. Tom enjoyed fishing and hunting with his sons, Ray and Bradley. He also enjoyed taking credit for picking all the apples. Tom could often be found with his coffee club at McDonald’s on Welton Street, with all his friends, especially his good friend, Gordie Power, who also passed away this summer. Tom is survived by his sons, Raymond Eli (Alma), Bradley (Gina) ,Linda (Sandy) Hart, Tommy (Lorraine); grandchildren, Jonathan, Adam, Evan, Zak, Kathleen, Kelsey, Justin, Bailie, Brayden; also surviving are eight great-grandchildren; brother, George (Wendy) , Abercrombie, N.S; sisters, Nita Taylor, Frost Proof, Florida, Rebecca (Wilson) Hamlyn, Mt. Tom , N.S. Linda (Mat) Zimmerman, New Castle, Ont.; sister-in-law, Etta Head, New Waterford. Tom was also survived by many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents ,Tom was predeceased by his wife of 55 years, Rose Marie (Marchesin) Head; brother, Wallace Head; sisters, Carrie (Ed) Thorne, Anne (Henry) Davis, Hilda Galmont, Pearl (Ralph) Grant and Dorothy (Kitchener) Gouldine; brothers- in- law, Harry (Major) Zimmerman, Paul Taylor; .also by three sisters in infancy, Beatrice, Mary, Lettie Pearl. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. in the Salvation Army Citadel, New Waterford, with Majors Rocky and Janice Bishop officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A luncheon to follow at the Salvation Army Citadel. Interment will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family would like to thank all the staff at the medical ward in New Waterford Consolidated Hospital; they were always friendly and caring right to the end. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Olive Madeline Leyte (Youden) Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 26th, 2017 It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Olive Madeline (Youden) Leyte, of Sydney. Olive passed away at the Cove Guest Home in the early hours of Sunday, November 26, 2017. Born in Sydney, Olive was the youngest daughter of the Late John and Margaret (MacDermid) Youden. Olive was a member of First United Church (now known as Sydney Heritage Church) where she sat on many committees and was a member of the UCW. She volunteered for many things but she loved to volunteer at the former Spring Garden Villa. Olive is survived by two daughters, Roylene (Roly) Corkum, Coquitlam, BC and Sherry (Robert) Spracklin, Sydney. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, who was more like her daughter, Sylvia Leyte. She leaves behind her eight grandchildren who she loved dearly, Brian Corkum, Coquitlam, BC, Bruce Corkum, Los Angeles, CA, Fayedra Corkum, Vancouver, BC, Linda Leyte, Robert (Laurelle) and Fred (Tracey) Leyte, all of Sydney, Tracey (Mario) LeBlanc, Hammonds Plains, NS, and Darrell (Monica) Sprackin, Bragg Creek, AB Nanny Obs had 10 great-grandchildren who she loved dearly, Jerrecca (Liam) Devereaux, Shelby (Eric) Steylen, Drew (Emily) Wilcox, Robert (Tiffany), Gregory (Shelby) and Ashley Leyte, Shay Leyte, Morgan, Myranda and Wyatt Corkum, Katelynn and Maxime LeBlanc; as well as her nephew who resided with her for 19 years, Charlie (Sis) MacKeigan; and numerous nieces and nephews. In 1978 her world was rocked by the death of her husband, Charles, and then given another shock at the death of her son, Bobby in 2001. The last surviving member of her immediate family, she was predeceased by brothers, Tony 'Alfred', Harry, Jim, Jack and Gus Youden; and two sisters, Winnifred Marsh and Jessie MacKeigan. A Celebration of Olive’s Life will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Chant’s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Fund, Canadian Cancer Society, The Cove Guest Home, or a charity of Choice. Messages and memorials may be directed to Olive’s family by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of...

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 27, 2017 Monday There were 6 obituaries published today JAMES HISCOTT - 73 YRS CYRIL DONALD EAVIS - 75 YRS SISTER RITA MACLELLAN - 91 YRS LOUISE MARIE (ROSE) SOLLAZZO - 98 yrs ERNEST BAIN “ERNIE” CAPSTICK - 81 YRS ELSIE JOSEPHINE TRUCKAIR - Louise Marie (Rose) Sollazzo Passed on: November 23rd, 2017 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother Louise Marie (Rose) Sollazzo on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Louise passed away peacefully at The Cove Guest Home, Sydney, NS two days following her 98th birthday. Born in Westmount, NS on November 21, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Emanuelle and Clara (LaPaix) LeDue. She was predeceased by her husband, Dominic Sollazzo; sons, Frank and Tony, and daughters, Lucy Emanuele and Anna Sollazzo; brothers, Charlie and Tommy LeDue; son-in-law, Benny DeLorenzo; great grandson, Gregory Emanuele, and her special niece, Victoria Hutchings. In 1934 she married the love of her life, Dominic. They had five children and celebrated 67 years together. Affectionately known as Nanny to her family, she was a very giving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, neighbour and friend. She was a strong, amazing woman with a kind and gentle soul and a heart of gold. Her passion for life and wonderful sense of humour were infectious. She had a strong faith in God and was a member of the Italian church and the Italian Cultural Association. She loved spending time with her family and hosted many family gatherings in her home, spending hours preparing gourmet meals including her famous spaghetti and meatballs -- truly a family favourite. She was also known for her delicious fish cakes which she happily distributed throughout the neighbourhood on a regular basis. She loved to travel “destination anywhere”. She would often say “let’s go for a little drive today” which meant you could end up in East Bay, Ben Eoin, Big Pond or Cheticamp visiting family and friends. She took every opportunity to visit her daughter Lucy in the USA and she would also visit with her relatives in St. Pierre et Miquelon where she enjoyed singing and speaking French, her first language. She loved children and in her later years she babysat for the Bennett and Hollohan families. She also loved to socialize with her friends over a good cup of tea. Yes according to Nanny tea went with everything on every occasion. In her younger years, she was an avid swimmer and never missed an opportunity to tell us of the time that she swam across Sydney Harbour. She loved her pets, including her budgie birds and her dogs, and some may remember her daily walks on Dixon Avenue with her pups, Sandy, Princess and Muffy. She was a grandmother extraordinaire to her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Sleep-overs at Nanny's are some of our best childhood memories. She gave us all so much love, hugs and kisses enough to last a lifetime. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her and will remain in our hearts forever. She is survived by her daughter, Rose DeLorenzo; daughter-in-law, Dolly Sollazzo; son-in-law, Andrew Emanuele; grandchildren, Dominic (Fatima), Andy (Brenda) and Frank (Sue) Emanuele; Silvana (Kevin), Toni (John), Dina (Martin), Benita, Benito (Gail) and Marco (Shelly) DeLorenzo; and Gina, Robina (Larry), Louann and Kenneth (Andrea) Sollazzo; 30 great grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews of the LeDue, Hutchings and Sollazzo families. A special thank you to nieces Sharon, Beverly and Darlene for their love and support throughout the years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society, the SPCA or charity of your choice. Cremation has taken place. There will be a visitation on Wednesday, November 29 at Sydney Memorial Chapel from 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, November 30 at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church in Whitney Pier, Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. Internment at a later date. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>. Ernest Bain Capstick Passed on: November 25th, 2017 We, the family of Ernest Bain Capstick, 81, are saddened to announce his passing following a lengthy illness. Ernie passed away peacefully At Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Saturday November 25, 2017. Born in Capstick, Victoria County on October 30, 1936 he was the son of the late W.J Duncan and Margaret (MacDonald) Capstick. Ernie was a devoted member of St. Margaret's Parish. Ernie (Dad) loved visiting his friends and having a great chat. He also loved animals, especially his horses and cats. Anyone who ever drove by saw Ernie in the window giving a big wave. Left to mourn is The Love of His Life, Marie (MacKinnon) of 45 years; loving daughters, Rose (John) Capstick, Karen (Fred), Heather (Gordon) and Sarah (Avery), all of Neil's Harbour; his 10 grandchildren who he cherished, Leonard, Blaine, Veronica, Kyle, Dillan, Mason, Keith, Karalee, Eva and Leah, and his special great grandchild, Kingston. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Bertha Kanarie; brothers, Duncan (Buddy), Ronald, Dan R., Angus Capstick and Gilbert MacDonald, and son-in-law, Charlie Lillington. We the Family would love to thank Dr. Murray, Dr. Buffett, Dr. Smith, Dr. Masalmeh and the Palliative Care doctor, Dr. Ritter. A special thanks to all the loving nurses of Buchanan Memorial Hospital who took wonderful care of our Dad, Wanda Barron the Palliative Care Nurse, also the staff in cooking and cleaning department Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. in St. Margaret's Church, St. Margaret's Village, and from 9-11 a.m. Thursday, followed by a Funeral Mass celebrating his life at 11 a.m. with Fr. Lazarus Guria officiating. Burial will take place in the parish Cemetery. Donations can be made to Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. “A Father holds his daughter's hand for a short while but he holds her heart forever.” Elsie Josephine Truckair Born In: Donkin, Nova Scotia Passed in: New Waterford, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 22nd, 2017 It’s with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Elsie Josephine Truckair on November 22, 2017 at the New Waterford Hospital with loving family at her side. Born in Donkin she was the daughter of the late Frank and Annabelle (Boutilier) MacLeod. Elsie was employed as a Nurses Aide at both the old General Hospital and the new General Hospital. Mom had a great sense of humour and was very generous to everyone she met. Elsie is survived by husband, Lambert Truckair; daughter, Brenda (Roger) Gosselin; sons, Joe (Diane) and Wesley (Helen); daughter-in-law, Esther; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Besides parents Elsie was predeceased by son, Bob; brothers, Jim, Clarence, Bobby, Sammy and Charlie; sisters, Beattie, Winnifred and Dot. There will be no visitation; cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 11 a.m. in St. Mary’s Anglican Church Glace Bay with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Donations may be made to St. Mary’s Anglican Church or Palliative Care. Online condolences can be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 27, 2017 Monday There were 6 obituaries published today JAMES HISCOTT - 73 YRS CYRIL DONALD EAVIS - 75 YRS SISTER RITA MACLELLAN - 91 YRS LOUISE MARIE (ROSE) SOLLAZZO - 98 yrs ERNEST BAIN “ERNIE” CAPSTICK - 81 YRS ELSIE JOSEPHINE TRUCKAIR - James Hiscott Passed on: November 25th, 2017 We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Jimmy Hiscott on Saturday, November 25, 2017 after a devastating battle with Cancer. Jimmy passed away at home surrounded by family and friends, just as he lived his life. Born in North Sydney December 27, 1944 he was the son of the late James and Madeline (Caines) Hiscott. Jimmy was a musician extraordinaire! At the age of 17, he was instrumental in starting up the ever loved “Rocking Saints”, a band that spanned his lifetime bringing great entertainment and fun to thousands over the years. To the delight of many, after a bit of a hiatus, the band was rekindled back in 2000. Doing something he loved so much brought him great joy. Jimmy dedicated 50 years of his life to the construction industry, working right up to the day of his diagnosis. He was a talented leader in the field and made many of great friends over the years who stood by his side until the end. It meant a lot to him! Jimmy lived his life to the fullest; he was an avid skier, enjoyed sailing, watching lively local hockey, playing his keyboard or riding the open roads on his motorcycle. His greatest of all pleasures was his family time spent on their Bras d’Or Lake property. He was an enthusiastic family man who planned most of our outings, he was our problem solver. It didn’t matter if it was camping, boating, getting the Christmas tree, washer toss or fixing our car “Dad was our go to man” we are going to miss him beyond measure! Leaving to mourn with loving memories is his wife, Glenda; his children, Kristopher (Amber), Kelly (Kevin), Aaron Crouse (Steve), Virginia Chapman Carey (John); grandchildren, Eva Hiscott, Brianna, Gabrielle and Emily Crouse and Amanda, Alyssa and Sean Carey; sister, Marie MacEachern (Rhiney); brothers, Peter and Clifford Hiscott; mother-in-law, Shirley MacLean (Blowers); sister-in-law, Donna Bonnar (Milton); brothers-in-law, George and Brian Bona (Francine); special niece and nephew, Kyle and Katie Bonnar who were like his own, and Jimmy’s wide circle of friends. Besides his parents, Jimmy was predeceased by his son, Danny; brother, Gordon, and father-in-law, Joseph Bona. We would like to thank Dr. John Kirkpatrick, Dr. Phill, Dr. Archibald, Dr. Abboud, Palliative Care Nurse Michelle Finney, VON of Cape Breton and staff of 4D Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Your kindness and compassion will not be forgotten. A Funeral Mass to celebrate Jimmy’s life will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney with Father Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Center or Palliative Care of Cape Breton. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. “EVERGREEN WILL NEVER BE THE SAME.” Cyril Donald Eavis Passed on: November 23rd, 2017 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Cyril Eavis, on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at home. Born August 23, 1942 in North Sydney, he was the son of the late Clayton and Margaret (Strickland) Eavis. Cyril was a welder by trade and a lifetime member of Local 682 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union. In his younger years, Cyril worked on construction sites across Canada and then worked over ten years at the heavy water plant in Glace Bay. He would finish his working career with Magna International in North Sydney, retiring after 15 years of service. Cyril always kept busy by taking on projects around the house and doing welding projects for anyone who stopped in with something in need of repair. Cyril enjoyed spending time with his family and would always look forward to the backyard horseshoe tournaments. He was an avid baseball player in his younger years and an animal lover, especially his dogs. Cyril is survived by his loving wife, Bonnie (Taylor) Eavis; his four sons, Donald (Debbie) Eavis and Vernon (Brenda) Eavis, both of Georges River, Terrence (Bonnie) Eavis, Scotch Lake, Clayton (Ginette) Eavis, North Sydney; by his 11 grandchildren, Cyril, Corey, Melissa (Mark), Ashely (Mike), Tyler, Nathan MacCormick, Stephanie (Dave), Ryan, Andre, Brittany (Steve) and Garrett, and his three great grandsons, Levi, Archer and Carter; his three brothers, Tom (Yvonne) Eavis, Ron (Joan) Eavis, both of North Sydney and his twin brother, Phil (Karen) Eavis, Ball’s Creek. Also surviving are his sisters-in-law, Gwen Keeping, Shirley (Ronald) Rose and Linda (Dave) Bennett, all of North Sydney, Betty (Dave) Beanlands, Peggy’s Cove, Joan (Alfie) Warhuus, Georges River; brothers-in-law, Don Taylor and Tom (Suzanne) Taylor, both of Ontario, Charlie (Patsy) Taylor, Sydney Mines, and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Buddy; mother, and father-in-law, Charles and Jessie Taylor; sister-in-law, Marjorie Livingstone, and brother-in-law, Ralph Taylor. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank V.O.N., Palliative Care, Dr. McCarville and staff of 4A and 4B at the CB Regional Hospital for the excellent care and support given to Cyril and his family. Special thanks also to Local 682 of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union for their help and assistance. By Cyril’s request there will be no visitation or funeral service. A private burial will take place at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to V.O.N, Palliative Care or the Patient Care Fund at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Sister Rita MacLellan Passed on: November 26th, 2017 Sister Rita MacLellan, 91, a native of Grand Mira, NS, died at Bethany, Antigonish, NS, on Sunday, November 26, 2017. She was formerly Sister Mary Prisca, and had been a Sister of St. Martha for 65 years. She was the daughter of the late Angus and Elizabeth (Gillis) MacLellan. Rita graduated from Provincial Normal College, Truro, in 1946. After teaching for four years she entered the Novitiate of the Sisters of St. Martha in February 1951, made her first commitment on August 15, 1952, and her perpetual commitment in the Congregation on August 15, 1955. For twenty-two years Sister Rita taught in elementary schools throughout Cape Breton, in Kamloops, BC, and Lethbridge, AB. In Antigonish, Sister Rita served at Wellspring Centre, St. Francis Xavier University, for 10 years. She was Assistant Director of the Diaconate Program at St. Augustine’s Seminary, Toronto, for nine years. Sister also served in various Congregation ministries, such as Formation Director, Bethany Coordinator, and as Local Leader in a number of our local communities. Sister received her BA degree from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC. She attended Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA, and Boston College, MA, for periods of renewal. A dedicated educator, Sister Rita spent many hours with people who were learning English as a second or third language. Hospitality was deeply rooted in Sister Rita and was evidenced in the many cups of tea and biscuits she served, and her listening ear offered to any who came into her awareness. She was devoted to her family and they were devoted to her. Sister Rita was the sixth oldest in a family of fourteen. She is survived by sisters, Isabel MacGillivary, South Bar, NS and Sister Josephine, CSM, Lethbridge, AB. Also survived by three sisters-in-law, Emily, Grand Mira, Pat, Sydney and Fran, Malta, and many devoted nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Jeanette Gillis, Margaret Gillis, Rose Burke and Anne Morrison, and by her brothers, Donald, Andrew, John, Vincent, Joseph, Frank and Martin. The remains will be resting at Bethany, beginning on Tuesday, November 28 at 12:45 p.m., where a Celebration of Vigil will be held on the same evening at 7:30 p.m. Liturgy of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, November 29, at 2 p.m. Bethany Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of C.L. Curry Funeral Home, Antigonish. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com <http://www.clcurry.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 25, 2017 Saturday There were 9 obituaries published today MARGARET LOUISE GREGOR - 95 YRS SARA JEAN PETRIE - 60 YRS ANITA MARIE MACQUEEN - 93 YRS MEILA ANN (SPARLING) CLARK - 54 YRS TONY LATWAITIS - 84 YRS JOSEPH “JOEY” HOGAN - 59 YRS CAROLE CORMIER - 81 YRS ANNE E. MACCUISH - 61 YRS GERALD JOSEPH “JERRY” PENNEY - Tony Latwaitis Born In: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia Born: November 24th, 1933 Passed on: November 23rd, 2017 We, the family, regret to announce the sudden passing of our Dad, Tony Latwaitis, one day before his 84th birthday. Born in Sydney Mines on November 24, 1933, he was the son of the late William and Alice (Scullen) Latwaitis. Tony was a long-time member of St. Stephen’s Parish in Florence, and now a member of Holy Family Parish in Sydney Mines. Tony loved to spend as much time as possible in his beloved Margaree. You could always find him in the “Brook Pool”, usually with a salmon on. In the last number of years, he could be found every night sitting on the bench with his buddies at the North Sydney Mall, “Mall Dollin”, as Mom would always say. Tony was a long-time employee of the Princess Colliery, and was active in the Co-op movement and the Credit Union. Tony is survived by his children, Elaine (Peter) Manhire, Halifax, David, Margaree, Alice (Charlie) Coleman, Florence, and Eric (Ainsley), Baddeck. Papa will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, William, Katherine, Sidney (his chauffeur), Adam, Duggan and Elsie. He is also survived by sisters Helen, Massachusetts, Camillia (Billie), California, Vivian, Ont., and Yvonne, Baddeck. Besides his parents, Tony was predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Bernadette (MacNeil) in 2004; eight brothers and nine sisters. At Dad’s request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held on Monday, November 27, 2017, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, Sydney Mines, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. The burial will be in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, Florence. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony’s memory may be made to the Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Words of comfort may be forwarded to his family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” Joseph 'Joey' Hogan Born In: New Victoria, Nova Scotia Born: May 27th, 1958 Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of a father, son, brother and uncle, Joseph ‘Joey’ Hogan at the Victoria Hospital in Edmonton, Alta., after a lengthy battle of illness. Born in New Victoria on May 27, 1958, he was the son of Pauline (Deruelle) and the late Clarence (Bosiey) Hogan. On his trips home to New Victoria, Joey enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He could tell a good story and make you laugh. Joey was very grateful, thoughtful and thankful to everyone he came across. He will be greatly missed by his children, Crystal, Brandan and stepdaughter, Mary; sisters, Jenny (JR) MacNeil, New Victoria, Darlene (Hogan) Darling, New Victoria; brother, Paul (Marg), Glace Bay and sister-in-law, Alice, New Victoria. Also aunts, uncles, niece, nephews, great niece and nephews. Besides his father, he was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Frank and Eliza Hogan; maternal grandparents, Paul and Kaye Deruelle and brother-in-law, Leonard Darling. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 at 10 a.m. with a commemoration service following at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 902-862-7500. No flowers by request of family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund, c/o Tom MacNeil, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney or a charity of one’s choice. To send online condolences go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. CAROLE CORMIER Passed in: CHETICAMP, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: November 18th, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Carole Cormier, age 81, of Cheticamp, NS on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at the Foyer Pere Fiset, Cheticamp, NS. Born in Ontario, Mom was the youngest of her family. After Dad retired, they travelled and enjoyed many winters in Florida. She was a great cook and loved to crochet. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be missed by many. Carole is survived by her daughter, Darleen (John) Deveau, Sydney, NS; her sons, Robert (Bonnie) Cormier, Mississauga, ON, Pat (Debbie) Cormier, Stoney Creek, ON; sister, Evelyn (Harold), Toronto, ON; grandson, Trevor Cormier, Shelburne, ON; sister in law, Agnes (John) Camus, Sydney, NS. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews near and far. Carole was predeceased by her husband, Patrick; parents, Howard and Marion; brothers, William, Howard, Ross, and George; sisters, Beatrice, Edith, Jean, Gertrude, and Lillian. Cremation has taken place. At her request, no service will be held at this time. A family celebration will take place at a later date. Donations can be made to the Foyer Pere Fiset, Cheticamp, NS. Anne MacCuish Born In: Flushing, New York, United States Passed in: Cobleskill, New York, United States Passed on: November 16th, 2017 Warnerville- Anne E. MacCuish, 61, of Greenbush Hill Road, died Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Cobleskill Regional Hospital after an unexpected medical event at home. Sharing her memories are her husband, Neil “Buddy” MacCuish, whom she married April 25, 1976; her two children: Catherine MacCuish and her son, Jason MacCuish and Neil F. (Danielle) MacCuish and their daughter, Brooklyn MacCuish all of Randolph, MA; four siblings: Patricia Hanrahan of Pennsylvania, Cathy (Jimmy) Mills of Manhattan, James MacIsaac of Orange County, NY, Kevin (Stacey) MacIsaac of Surprise, NY and sister-in-law, Linda MacCuish of Cape Breton, NS. Along with her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her brother, John, and baby sister, Colleen. Family and friends are invited to a period of visitation to be held from 12PM to 2PM on Sunday, December 3, 2017, at Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm St., Cobleskill. A Celebration of Life will commence at 2 PM immediately following the visitation, with Rev. David Houck officiating. Reception to follow immediately after at Eagles' Club, 87 Legion Drive, Cobleskill, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in any amount to continue an initiative Anne held close to her heart. Through a partnership with Anne’s CART (County Animal Response Team) Unit and Pet Tracks Pet Services, Anne was working to provide Pet Oxygen Mask to all of the county fire departments and emergency responders. Any additional funds collected beyond those needed to for the oxygen masks and blankets for the kits will be used towards Anne’s other animal projects. Checks can be made to the Bank of Richmondville with a note in the memo line to “The Benefit of Anne MacCuish”. A collection box will be available during Anne’s Celebration of Life and Reception. Checks can also be mailed to the Bank of Richmondville, 428 Main Street, PO Box 488, Schoharie, NY 12157. Further information and the provision for online condolences may be found at www.merenessputnamfuneralhome.com <http://www.merenessputnamfuneralhome.com/>. Gerald Joseph (Jerry) Penney Passed in: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Passed on: November 14th, 2017 It is with sadness that the family of Gerald Joseph Penney announces his passing in Kitchener, Ontario on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Jerry was a lifelong and active resident of Glace Bay and Marion Bridge, Nova Scotia. Jerry was a retired employee of the Cape Breton Development Corporation. He was employed as a miner, a security officer, and as a member of mine rescue teams. During his time as member of the Security force, Jerry represented his peers as president of their CUPE union local. Jerry was a lively outdoorsman and an avid hunter. He enjoyed travel, especially when it involved visiting his extended family. Jerry and his wife, Catherine could often be seen with friends dancing on Saturday nights at the local seniors’ centers. He enjoyed life to the fullest! Jerry was predeceased by his parents, Gerald and Marie Penney; brother, Gary Penney; sister, Carol Cullen, and sister, Julie Campbell. He is survived by his wife, Catherine; his daughters, Sherry MacDonald (Bernard) and Christina Brean; his sons, Brian and Robert Penney (Kori) and his sister, Diane Francis. Jerry’s six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren will miss him dearly. The family of Gerald would like to thank the many family members and who have reached out to us during this most sad time. We are truly touched. Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 from 6 to 8 p.m. at T. J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. A funeral mass will be held at St. Ann's Church Glace Bay Nova Scotia at 10 a.m. on Wednesday November 29th with burial to follow. A remembrance reception will be held at T. J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialists following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made in Gerald’s name to Innisfree Hospice, 2375 Homer Watson Boulevard, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada N2P 0E9. (519) 208-5455 www.lisaardhouse.com <http://www.lisaardhouse.com/> “…And think of him as living in the hearts of those he touched…. For nothing loved is ever lost and he was loved so much.” By Ellen Brennerman

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 25, 2017 Saturday There were 9 obituaries published today MARGARET LOUISE GREGOR - 95 YRS SARA JEAN PETRIE - 60 YRS ANITA MARIE MACQUEEN - 93 YRS MEILA ANN (SPARLING) CLARK - 54 YRS TONY LATWAITIS - 84 YRS JOSEPH “JOEY” HOGAN - 59 YRS CAROLE CORMIER - 81 YRS ANNE E. MACCUISH - 61 YRS GERALD JOSEPH “JERRY” PENNEY - GREGOR, Margaret Louise With sadness, we say goodbye to our beautiful, kind, smart sister who left us on November 18, 2017. Born in Little Bras d’Or, July 1, 1922, she was the oldest daughter of Charles and Jean (Carmichael) Howatson. Predeceased by husband, Harry Gregor; brother, Everett (Marion); sister, Elinor Seymour (Mel); brother-in-law, Bill Cook; stepson, Harvey Gregor, his wife Bernice; and step-grandsons, Stephen Gregor and Ronald Gregor. Marg is survived by siblings, Irene Cook, Barrie, ON, Ray Howatson (Barbara), Little Bras d’Or and Ruth Leonard (Walter), Sydney; stepdaughter, Jean Hennon, Bridgewater; and stepsons, George Gregor, British Columbia and John Gregor (Ellen), Marion Bridge; sisterin-law, Shirley Harvey, New Waterford. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews and step-grandchildren who she loved dearly. She was a former member of St. Andrews United Church, Little Bras d’Or and United Protestant Church, Sydney River. She was a long-standing member of #14 Rebekah Lodge. As our oldest sister, she dried our tears, scolded (or was part of) our hijinks, coaxed curls from unruly hair, sewed many of our clothes, and read bedtime stories by lamp light. Marg always embraced life; marrying Harry at age 60, then learning to drive. She built her first new home with Harry at 83 and continued to drive until age 90. Her last years were spent at the Dutch Brook and the Cove Guest Homes where she received excellent care. Our heart-felt thanks to their so very caring staff. Thanks also to Northside General Hospital for excellent care during her stay. Memorial donations may be made to the Cape Breton Hospice Palliative Care Society or charity of one’s choice. The funeral will be held at W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, North Sydney at 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec.17, 2017. Interment at a later date. PETRIE, Sara Jean Albert Bridge It is with deepest sadness that we announce the early passing of Sara Jean Marie Petrie on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. Sara Jean was born on March 22, 1957, to Allister and Audrey MacDonald (Hussey) in Marion Bridge, NS. Sara lived her life in Mira. After graduating from Riverview Rural High School in 1975, she started her career as a secretary with Nova Scotia Department of Health, where she retired after 37 years. Her work ethic, her wit, and her vivacious presence lit up everyone around her. Sara Jean was humble and chose a simple life. Her dream was to build a home on her father’s land beside the Mira. For 18 years, she lived out her dream with her husband and best friend at the end of Gesner Point Road. Sara Jean enjoyed hunting for beach glass, travelling to Cuba with dear friends and cruising on the Mira. Sara and Donnie were partners in all aspects of life. She never shied away from an adventure. Sometimes you’d find her banding lobsters off Gabarus, sometimes running Fuzzy’s Fries behind the scenes. Sara never wasted a moment. Sara Jean was predeceased by her father, Allister MacDonald; father-in-law, Neil Petrie; and mother-in-law, Irene Petrie (MacKeigan). She is survived by her husband, Donnie Petrie; sons, Daniel Petrie and Brian Petrie; mother, Audrey MacDonald (Hussey); brothers, Wayne MacDonald (Hilda) and Gordon MacDonald (Diane); and many brothers and sisters-inlaw, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and a goddaughter, who she loved deeply. Visitation will take place at Bethel United Church, Marion Bridge on Sunday, November 26, 2017 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Bethel United Church on Monday, November 27 at 11 a.m., with Nancy Whitney-Latham, DLM officiating. Interment in Oakfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Crossroads Cape Breton. Special acknowledgments to the commitment and professionalism of Tracy George, NP, Dr. Kate MacInnes, and Dr. Lisa Gammell, and thank you each of the support staff from the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www. sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or email sydneymemorialchapel@ ns.sympatico.ca <http://ns.sympatico.ca/>. Anita Marie MacQueen Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 24th, 2017 Anita Marie MacQueen, age 93 a long time resident of Reserve Mines passed away on Friday, November 24, 2017 at Seaview Manor, Glace Bay. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Daniel V. and Mary Ann (Kehoe) Walker. Anita worked for many years alongside her husband, Donald Gordon at the CO- OP Grocery Store, Main Street, Reserve Mines. Anita is survived by her daughter, Glenda Marlene (MacQueen)(Alex), Calgary; a stepdaughter, Katherine Elizabeth Munroe (Earl), Sydney; her sister, Jean, Ottawa; three grandchildren, Ally, Marcus, Emily, Calgary; and three stepgrandchildren, Melissa Campbell-Brace, NL, Joe Campbell, Yukon and Blair MacKenzie, Sydney Mines. Besides her parents, Anita was predeceased by her husband, Donald Gordon MacQueen; ten siblings, Ella, Sarah, Ambrose, John, Thomas Earl, Daniel, Sadie, Edward, Mary, Florence; and a stepdaughter, Sandra Marie MacKenzie of Port Morien. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 1 at 11 a.m. in St. Joseph’s Church, Reserve Mines with Fr. Dan Boudreau officiating. Private interment will follow in the parish cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations in Anita’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. On line condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Neila Ann Clark (Sparling) Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 23rd, 2017 How do we begin to say goodbye to someone who means so much… With broken hearts we, the family of Neila Ann (Sparling) Clark, 54, of Sydney, announce her untimely passing surrounded by her loving family at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on November 23, 2017 despite the heroic efforts of the medical team involved in her care. She was the daughter of George Sparling and the late Pauline Mac Gillivary. Until falling ill, Neila was employed with the Membertou Gaming Commission. Previous to this she had a long history working in the customer service field where she developed many long lasting friendships. Her favourite place was the beach where she could spend hours at a time reading a good book. There was nothing Neila loved more than being with her family; especially cooking with her sisters. Her other passion was shopping; she always loved to find the perfect gift. Neila shared many crazy adventures with her “sister friend”, her partner in crime, her snoop sister, Gina. Over the past two years Neila endured many health issues and challenges that she faced with courage and determination. We all admired her positive outlook and strength. Despite her own struggles she was always concerned about the well-being of her family and friends. Neila will be forever missed by her most precious gift and the center of her world, her son, Christopher Clark (Jacqueline); beloved grandson, Cameron; and her furbaby, Moose. She is also survived by her partner, John MacDonald of Westmount. Neila leaves behind her father, George Sparling (Clara); and her four sisters, Darlene (Colby), Charlene (John), Gina (Gary), and Nancy (Kelly). Left to mourn is her large, extended family including aunts, uncles, cousins and many nieces and nephews. Neila was forever grateful to her dear uncle, Collie and aunt, Korena. Neila was predeceased by her husband, Greg Clark; her mother, Pauline Mac Gillivary; her maternal grandparents, Dan and Margaret MacGillivary; her paternal grandparents, George and Gertrude Sparling; as well as her special niece, Denise Noelle Legge. A celebration of Neila’s life will take place Monday, November 27, 2017 at 2 p.m. in the S.W. Chant and Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with a reception to follow. Rev. Sheldon Chant to officiate. Donations in loving memory of Neila can be made to Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation or Cape Breton Metro VON. Remembering you on this day, reminds us of our pain. Remembering you every day, reminds us to smile again. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements under the direction of…

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 24, 2017 Friday There were 2 obituaries published today BRENDA LOUISE (GALE) FINLAYSON - 65 YRS MARTHA M. (CURRIE) GILLIS - Brenda Louise Finlayson Passed on: November 22nd, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we, the family of Brenda Louise Finlayson, announce her passing on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in North Sydney on August 3, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Mary (Russell) Gale. Brenda was a deeply spiritual person. She was a member of many prayer groups over the years, and prayed daily for a multitude of people. Along with her late husband Walter, she helped numerous people in the community through many tough times, and was always there to give whatever she could. She is survived by her sons, Randy (Nancy), Vick (Carolyn) and Sandy. Also left to mourn are her grandchildren, Devon, Bryden, Drew, Rebecca, Jackson and Taylor, and her siblings, Vic (Kay), Alan (Darlene), Joey, Michael (Julia), Tony (Janie), Carmelita, Lois, Nick (Gina) and Nancy (Earl). Besides her parents, Brenda was predeceased by her husband, Walter in January 2017; her brother, Jackie, and her sister, Edith. Her family would like to thank the staff at En Cala Palliative Care at the Regional Hospital, the staff of 4 West and 4 East, Northside General, and special thanks to her devoted sister Lois, who was at her side through the good times and bad; her love and kindness will never be forgotten by Brenda's son's. Also a special thanks to Mr. Greg Murphy, a lifelong friend and confidant and Mrs. Jennifer Jessome, part of the Nursing Staff at 4 West Northside General, the epitome of what a nurse should be. At her request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. The burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney followed by a luncheon at the hall. Donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Words of comfort may be forwarded to her family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Martha Gillis Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 21st, 2017 It is with broken hearts we give back to God one of his most beautiful creations, Martha M. Gillis, on Tuesday, November 21, 2017. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Duncan and Mary Jennet (Hawley) Currie. Mom was a member of the Parish Church of St. Leonard, as well as at one time, an active member of the C.W.L. Her faith and love for God never wavered and her greatest pride was being blessed with a wonderful husband and her 12 babies. Mom never felt she had to leave home to experience an entertaining evening, as we always had something going on to keep her amused and busy. But, she always considered this a blessing because giving to us all she had of herself and keeping us safe, was her greatest joy. Her favorite saying was that she would do it all over again and not change a single thing. Right up until the end, her fear was not for herself, but for leaving us with broken hearts and her not being here to help us through the loss. Her kind, compassionate and loving nature is something we, her children, will both mourn and rejoice for the rest of our lives. May 'God Bless you Mom' and may he keep you safe. Martha is survived by eight of her nine daughters, Mary (Paul) Currie, Lydia MacLeod, Patricia (Eric) Sutherland, Pauline Aucoin, Josie (Blair) Locke, Susie (Paul) Hines, Jeannie (Jamie) Stevens and Marcie (Joe) Williams; three sons, Sandy (Janice), Bobby (Laurie) and Duncan (Lynne); 29 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. Mom was predeceased by the love of her heart, her husband, Alexander Gillis; her daughter and son-in-law, Jenny and Patrick Usher; son-in-law, Donald MacLeod and two great-grandchildren, Marie and Bergen. Mom was also predeceased by sisters, Margaret Boutilier, Mary Anna Murray and brothers, William, John, Duncan, Gerald, and Al. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Visitation will be held today, Friday, November 24, 2017 from 5-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 25, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. As an expression of sympathy for Mom, donations in her memory may be made to support 'Nora's House' or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 23, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today KEVIN JAMES ARMSTRONG - 83 YRS MARGARET “KAY” MARCHESIN - 73 YRS DANIEL JOSEPH “DAN JOE” MACPHEE - 56 YRS RAYMOND LLOYD “RAE” LEWIS - 85 YRS JOHN EDWARD MACPHEE - 80 YRS Kevin J. Armstrong Passed on: November 22nd, 2017 Our dad, Kevin James Armstrong, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 22, 2017 at the Northside Community Guest Home. Born in Heatherton, Antigonish County, on January 9, 1934, he was the son of the late Daniel and Annie (Chisholm) Armstrong. Kevin was employed with CN Railway and then Marine Atlantic aboard the vessels until his retirement in 1994. He was a faithful and devoted member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney where he served on many different committees over the years. He was also a 3rd degree member of the Fr. William Kiely Council 5109, Knights of Columbus in North Sydney. He enjoyed baking, cooking, fishing and was always busy fixing things. He is survived by his wife, Jackie (Merritt) Armstrong, North Sydney; his son, Kevin (Gladys) Armstrong, Sydney; his daughter, Mary Beth Armstrong, North Sydney; his two grandchildren, Kevin David (Shawnee) Armstrong, Ottawa and Haley Armstrong, Sydney; his siblings, Donnie Armstrong, Halifax, Billy (Irene) Armstrong, Ontario, Betty Gray, Halifax and Lauchie (Katherine) Armstrong, Heatherton, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Teresa (Samson) Armstrong, and his three sisters, Rita Chisholm, Helen Brophy and Ann Mattie. Visitation for Kevin will be held from 7-9 p.m. Thursday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the Northside Community Guest Home or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Margaret ‘Kay’ Marchesin Passed on: November 20th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Margaret ‘Kay’ Marchesin at the age of 73. Kay passed away surrounded by her family on November 20, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late William Henry and Margaret (Boone) Martin. Kay lived at the senior’s complex on Sterling Road and could be frequently found visiting family in Bridgeport, or friends and machines at the Row Street Athletic Club. She will be immensely missed by her sons, Leo (Celeste), Donnie and Billie; “Her Girls”, Shellie and Kelly, who were like daughters; grandsons, Geoff, Leo (Julie), Devin, Adrian, Carter, Josh, and granddaughter, Jamie; cherished great –grandchildren, Leo, Lincoln and Zoey; sister, Cecelia; brothers, Leo, Fabian (Diane), William (Kathy) and Paul (Liz), and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her first husband, John Sheldon Saccary, and her second husband, Joseph Marchesin; brothers, Harry, Bob and Ronnie, and sisters, Mel, Rita, Mary and Eileen. There will be no visitation; cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A Funeral Mass officiated by Fr. Daniel Boudreau will be celebrated 11 a.m. Monday, November 27, 2017 in Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport. Interment will follow in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Glace Bay. All are invited to join Kay’s family for a reception in Immaculate Conception Church Hall. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. At this time we would like to thank everyone who supported and assisted Kay the last few years; from the New Waterford Home care personnel, nurses and doctors at the Cape Breton Regional and Halifax QE II Hospitals and the Harbour View Rehab Centre. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Daniel Joseph ‘Dan Joe’ MacPhee Passed on: November 19th, 2017 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Daniel Joseph ‘Dan-Joe’ MacPhee, at the age of 56 years. He passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, November 19, 2017, with his loving family by his side. Born in Glace Bay he was the son of the late Peter and Marie (MacNeil) MacPhee, was a life-long resident of Bridgeport and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Along with his great love of family, Dan had a passion for farming and enjoyed doing so alongside his father Peter; plowing fields, making hay and tending to the cattle. His working career started with DEVCO and later he was employed with the Public Works Department of the CBRM as a machine operator until 2008 when he had to leave due to health issues. For several years he was also a local coal hauler in the Glace Bay and surrounding area. Dan-Joe had two loves in life; his family and farming. He truly enjoyed his times spent with his boys on their farm or at home with Stephanie and their “Little Princess” Lily Jo. He was a very loving husband and father; his boys worshipped him. He was also a very giving person helping anyone in need if he was able. Dan-Joe is survived by his loving wife, soul mate and best friend, Stephanie (McKinnon); sons, Connor Peter, Jude Daniel, Traynor Neil and daughter, Lily Jo; brothers, John Peter (Marie), Kevin (Jackie), Bernard (Angela) and Brian (Kathy), and sisters, Aileen (Chris), Mary Belinda (Terry). He will also be sadly missed by his in-laws, Neil and Patricia McKinnon; brother-in-law, Neil McKinnon, many nieces, nephews and friends, especially Lee Toomey, who Dan thought of as a son. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m., Friday, November 24, 2017, in V.J.McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A Funeral Mass celebrating Dan’s life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2017 in Immaculate Conception Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Immediately following the Mass, all are invited to meet with the family during a reception in the church hall. Memorial donations in Dan-Joe’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences to the family may be expressed at; www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Raymond Lloyd 'Rae' Lewis Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 21st, 2017 Ray Lewis, age 85 of Glace Bay passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Freeman Abner and Emma Susanne (Allen) Lewis. Ray spent 25 years in the Canadian Military and 29 years working for the Department of National Defence in Kingston, Ontario. He loved wood working as a hobby. He is survived by his second wife, Josalyn (Wilson) Lewis; six children, Michael, Linda, Irene Snider (Allan), Eleanor Boyd (John), Rick, Randy (Kimberley); his sister, Shirley; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Besides his parents, Ray was predeceased by his first wife, Adeline (Boudreau) Lewis; his son, Philip; three brothers, Aubrey (Ruth), Frederick (Jean), Philip (Muriel) and a sister, Mildred. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 26, 2017 from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral service officiated by Rev. Myrna MacMullin is Monday at 3 p.m. in St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Glace Bay followed by a reception. Donations in Ray’s memory may be made to the Cancer Society. On line condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. John Edward MacPhee Passed on: November 20th, 2017 We, the family of John Edward MacPhee, are saddened to announce his passing on November 20, 2017 at his home of 80 years in French Road. Born at home, he was a son of the late Archie and Catherine (Gillis) MacPhee. He spent a long career as a lineman with the Sydney Steel Corporation. Aside from his work at the plant, he continued to run the family farm. He was a member of Sacred Heart & St. Margaret of Scotland Parishes. He was a founding member of the Mira Pasture Co-Op. John is survived by his wife, Carole (Nicholson); daughter, Moira (Bryan) Marks, Halifax; son, Sean (Catherine), Halifax; grandsons, Nicholas and Alistair; sisters, Mary Gillis, Grand Mira, Theresa (Murray) MacKinnon, Halifax and Sadie (Dennis) Kerr, Dartmouth; brothers, Fr Norman, Glace Bay, Danny (Liz), Sydney, Stephen (Judy), Ottawa and Allan (Mary), Dartmouth, and sister-in-law, Anna MacPhee. John is also survived by Carole’s family: Florence (Owen Carrigan), Halifax; Bob (Debi), Ottawa; Margo (Paul Timmons), Clarkson; Debbi (Jay Duguid), Sydney; and Cameron. He was predeceased by his brothers, Archie, Malcolm, Bonnie and Vincent; sisters, Sadie and Anne; brothers-in-law, Bernie (M.D.), Bernie Rose, Ron Nicholson, Jack Nicholson, also sisters-in-law, Mary MacPhee and Lil Nicholson. Visitation will take place 2-4 and 7-9 Thursday in Chant’s Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held 11 Friday in St. Margaret of Scotland Parish, Grand Mira. Fr. Paul MacGillivary and Fr Norman MacPhee presiding. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The MacPhee Family Bursary of Cape Breton University. Online condolences may be sent to chantfuneralhome.ca.

Looking for any info available on Sarah Elizabeth Carey born Jan 1824 to William Carey and Elizabeth Ball, New Campbellton, Victoria Co. Sarah supposedly married a John Brown but I have found no proof of that. I have a 3 rd cousin DNA match on a gentleman whose GGrandmother was a Sarah Carey from Cape Breton. Trying to put the two together. Any info is always appreciated. Thanks in advance. Thom

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 22, 2017 Wednesday There were 10 obituaries published today VICTOR LEO GILMET - 88 YRS JUNE ANNE KIELEY - 62 YRS JOHN EDWARD MACPHEE - 80 YRS KEN “BOOTY” BOUTILIER - 65 YRS LORNA (WILSON) PARROTT - WALTER CLARKE - 65 YRS UNICE (SWARTZACK) LELIEVRE - 87 YRS MATTHEW “MATT” MACGILLIVRAY - 37 YRS KYLE STEPHEN MACDONALD - 39 YRS JEAN “JEANNIE” RICE - 73 YRS Eunice (Swartzack) LELIEVRE Passed on: November 19th, 2017 After a lengthy illness, Eunice passed away at the Glace Bay General Hospital on November 19, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Freemen and Mildred (Koziel) Swartzack, born on September 2, 1930 and was formerly of Wallace Road, Glace Bay. At the age of 16, Eunice began her career with Maritime Tel & Tel in Glace Bay and Sydney, spending her entire career there. She was a very loving and caring person with the many people she knew. This was especially true with Eugene and Ed in their progress in education and many sports; mainly hockey at the Minor, High School and University levels. She was an avid skater (long blade) at the Glace Bay Minor’s Forum, loved dancing to the music of Gib Whitney and Emilo Pace, as well as being a member of her office bowling team. Eunice will be great missed by her two brothers, Eugene (Joan), Antigonish and Ed (Delores) Ottawa; nieces and nephews, Mary (Greg) Hines, Halifax, Joseph, Antigonish, Eunice (John) Coupland, Halifax, Kay (Kevin) Rodney, Ottawa, Michael (Billie) Swartzack, Ottawa, Susan (Douglas) Rourke, Ottawa, Cindy (Tim), McKarney, Ottawa and her special grandniece, Melisa Swartzack, and friend, Muriel Waterfield. Besides her parents, Eunice was predeceased by her husband, Mark Lelievre. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. By her request, there will be no visitation. A private service will be held at later date. Many thanks to the nurses and staff for their kindness and services provided to Eunice at Three West and Three South, at the Glace Bay General Hospital. A special thanks to Dr. David Ley for the many hours of great care and services he provided for Eunice. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences to the family may be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Matthew (Matt) MacGillivray Passed on: November 19th, 2017 It is with profoundly broken hearts and unfathomable sorrow that we announce the death of Matthew (Matt) MacGillivray, 37, of Bedford, NS, on Sunday, November 19, 2017, following a courageous battle with cancer. Matt passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family. Matt is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Amy (Champion), and the three people who meant everything to him in this world, his children, Abigail (8), Jonah (5) and Caleb (1). He is also survived by and will be dearly missed by his parents, Lynda Moffatt (Gregory Carrigan) of Port Hawkesbury and Bill MacGillivray (Judy Harris) of Dartmouth; his beloved sisters, Victoria (Ken) Brosowsky of Calgary, Elizabeth (Andrew) Fraser of Sydney and brother, Sean, Dartmouth; nephews, Bennett and Ethan, who adored Uncle Matt; parents-in-law, Chuck and Susan Champion (Sydney), with whom Matt had a very close relationship; brother-in-law, Josh Champion (Jennifer Tobin), Kentville, and countless cherished friends. Matt will be fondly remembered for his generous spirit, boundless energy and joyful enthusiasm for everything he did. Matt was an adventurer at heart with many passions in life including cycling, music, and more recently riding his motorcycle. He proudly served his community for 13 years and strongly believed in giving back to others. He was a helpful neighbour, supportive friend, and ever-willing volunteer. He had a strong faith in God and was deeply involved with his church in many capacities over the years, most notably leading worship through music. Matt lived his life fully and passionately, right to his last day. He had an amazing sense of humour and he loved to laugh and to make others laugh. Matt was truly a unique individual with an uncanny ability to engage people and build enduring friendships. His bright and infectious smile always lit up the room and his fun-loving nature endeared him to everyone who was lucky enough to know him. He was an exceptional husband and father. Not a day went by that his family did not feel his complete love and utter devotion. He brought unmatched and irreplaceable personality and fun to everyday moments and experiences with his children that will forever be cherished in memory. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the extraordinary support they received during Matt’s illness from family, friends, neighbours, groups and organizations. You have all been a blessing during a tremendously difficult time. According to Matt’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life to honour Matt will be held at Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, Hammonds Plains, NS on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers and in keeping with Matt’s heart for Christian mission outreach, donations in his honour can be made to World Vision Canada, Samaritan’s Purse/Operation Christmas Child or Compassion International (see below). https://www.worldvision.ca/ <https://www.worldvision.ca/> https://www.samaritanspurse.ca/ <https://www.samaritanspurse.ca/> https://www.compassion.com/ <https://www.compassion.com/> Kyle MacDonald Passed on: November 17th, 2017 Kyle Stephen MacDonald, 39, of Sydney, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017, in Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Bruce and Ann (Wall) MacDonald. Besides his parents, Kyle is survived by his daughter, Sydney, Calgary; sons, Bruce and Max, both of Calgary; sisters, Shauna (Andrew) Doyle, Sydney Mines and Tara (Ian) Mercer, Glace Bay, and nephew, Jeremy Mercer. Funeral service will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Friday, November 24 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Patrick O’Neil officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to a charity of choice. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:www.sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca> or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>. Jean ‘Jeannie’ Rice Passed on: September 30th, 2017 We regret to announce the passing of Jean Sandra Rice on Saturday, September 30, 2017, in Toronto, Ontario. Born in Sydney on June 22, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Esther (Dakai) Rice. Jeannie was a graduate of Riverview High School and Cape Breton Business College. She retired from Imperial Esso in Toronto. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Esther Haase; brother-in-law, Elvio, and her dear aunt, Elsie Percy. Jeannie is survived by her sister, Betty Polegato; nephews, David, Sydney and Andrew (Wendy), and their children, Cara and Drew, Amherst. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, November 25 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Louis Ihasz officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the United Protestant Church of Sydney River (the new roof fund). Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 22, 2017 Wednesday There were 10 obituaries published today VICTOR LEO GILMET - 88 YRS JUNE ANNE KIELEY - 62 YRS JOHN EDWARD MACPHEE - 80 YRS KEN “BOOTY” BOUTILIER - 65 YRS LORNA (WILSON) PARROTT - WALTER CLARKE - 65 YRS UNICE (SWARTZACK) LELIEVRE - 87 YRS MATTHEW “MATT” MACGILLIVRAY - 37 YRS KYLE STEPHEN MACDONALD - 39 YRS JEAN “JEANNIE” RICE - 73 YRS Victor Leo Gilmet Passed on: November 19th, 2017 With great sadness, we announce the passing of Victor Leo Gilmet, age 86, on Sunday, November 19, 2017, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late George and Anne (Campbell) Gilmet. In his earlier years, Victor worked for MacPhee Plumbing, was a boxer, and also did some painting. He was known as an all-around handyman who loved the outdoors, landscaping ,cooking, watching old movies and spending time with his family. Victor is survived by sons, Victor, Ontario and Allan (Crystal), Glace Bay, and daughters, Karen (George), Glace Bay, Cathy (Jim), Glace Bay and Laura (Kevin), North Sydney. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Anita, and by several brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service, officiated by Fr. Daniel Boudreau, will be celebrated Wednesday (today), November 22, 2017, at 2 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Interment will follow in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Glace Bay. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. June Anne Kieley Born: August 16th, 1955 Passed on: November 21st, 2017 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of June Anne Kieley, 62 of Sydney Mines on November 21, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 16, 1955 she was the daughter of the late Carl and Frances Densmore Colburn. She was employed at the Alder Point fish plant for many years and was a member of Carman United Church. She will be forever missed by her daughters, Nicole Kieley, Courtney (Assane) Kieley (Sow); step daughter, Wanda (Ryan); five grandchildren, Nathan, Ryan, MacKenzie, Steven, Logan, Amira; one sister, Linda (Kevin) Cantwell; and one brother, Carl (Pamela) Colburn Jr., one niece, Carla (Eddie) MacLean; nephews, Troy (Angela) Colburn, Scott Cantwell, Rodney (Joanne) Cantwell. She will also be missed by her special friends, Vivian McLean, Jack. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her loving husband, James Kieley. There will be no visitation by request. Funeral Service will take place at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017 at Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, 8 Clyde Ave., Sydney Mines. Interment of June’s cremated remains will be in Brookside Cemetery. Condolences can be forwarded to her family by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com <http://www.fillmoreandwhitman.com/>. John Edward MacPhee We, the family of John Edward MacPhee, are saddened to announce his passing on November 20, 2017 at his home of 80 years in French Road. Born at home, he was a son of the late Archie and Catherine (Gillis) MacPhee. He spent a long career as a lineman with the Sydney Steel Corporation. Aside from his work at the plant, he continued to run the family farm. He was a member of Sacred Heart & St. Margaret of Scotland Parishes; He was a founding member of the Mira Pasture Co-Op. John is survived by his wife, Carole (Nicholson); daughter, Moira (Bryan) Marks, Halifax; son, Sean (Catherine), Halifax; grandsons, Nicholas and Alistair; sisters, Mary Gillis, Grand Mira, Theresa (Murray) MacKinnon, Halifax and Sadie (Dennis) Kerr, Dartmouth; brothers, Fr Norman, Glace Bay, Danny (Liz), Sydney, Stephen (Judy), Ottawa and Allan (Mary), Dartmouth, and sister-in-law, Anna MacPhee. Visitation will take place 2-4 and 7-9 Thursday in Chant’s Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held 11 Friday in St. Margaret of Scotland Parish, Grand Mira. Fr. Paul MacGillivary and Fr Norman MacPhee presiding. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The MacPhee Family Bursary of Cape Breton University. Online condolences may be sent to chantfuneralhome.ca <http://chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Ken (Booty) Boutilier Born In: North Sydney Born: July 17th, 1952 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 21st, 2017 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, husband, father and fantastic uncle, Ken Boutilier, 65, on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in North Sydney on July 17, 1952, he was the son of the late John and Mae (MacDonald) Boutilier. Ken had such a warm and fun-loving nature. He loved to make everyone laugh. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. He worked for many years in Calgary at Univar. He had a very good working and social relationship with the people he worked with. Ken is survived by his wife, Adele; son, David; sisters, Theresa (Daniel Nicholson), and Beverly; twin brother, Keith (Joan), and Jackie (Dale). Also left to mourn are his nieces and nephews, Verna (Paul Fraser), Kelly (Duane Collins), Nicole (Matt Cormier), Jay and Dana; brothers-in-law, Vaughn (Paula), and Brian; special friends, Sandi and Debbie Parks; and his very special friends, Harvey and Bonnie Wilson, who he thought of as his extended family. Besides his parents, Ken was predeceased by an infant sister, Deanne. At Ken’s request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A private burial ceremony will take place at a later date. Words of comfort may be forwarded to his family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. What we keep in memory is ours unchanged forever. Lorna Parrott Passed on: November 19th, 2017 With great sadness we announce the passing of Lorna Parrott, on Sunday, November 19, 2017, at the McGillivray Guest Home, Sydney. Born in Dominion, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Sarah (Campbell) Wilson. Lorna was a longtime resident of Kitchener, ON, and Birch Grove. She is survived by sons, Bradley and Scott; daughters, Deanne and Lisa, all of Kitchener, ON; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sisters, Doris, Alma, Ann, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her husband, Carl; daughter, Joanne; brothers, Adrain, Lloyd, Eldred and Russell; sisters, Theckla, Tootsie and Clarice, and sister, Alma M. in childhood. Cremation has taken place. A funeral service officiated by Fr. Daniel Boudreau, will be celebrated 11 a.m., Friday, November 24, 2017 in V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., in Glace Bay. Interment will follow in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Glace Bay. At this time we would like to convey our sincerest gratitude to all of the staff at McGillivray Guest Home for their exceptional care and compassion. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the McGillivray Guest Home, Sydney. Online condolences to the family may be expressed at; www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Walter Clarke Passed on: November 19th, 2017 It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad and Poppa, at home, on November 19, 2017. Walter was born July 17, 1952 in Coxheath, to Reginald and Jean Clarke. He was the youngest of five siblings. Walter met the love of his life, Debbie, in 1981 and the two were inseparable from that day forward. The love they shared became the pillar of a beautiful family that began with their five children: Kirk, Natasha, Vanessa, Amber and Tara, and continued to grow with the birth of each grandchild: Jaelyn, Aidan, Kale, Breton, Layla, Karaghen and Kylie Rae. Dad’s greatest accomplishment was our family and he would beam with pride when talking about any of us. In Dad’s words, “I was alone one day and started to think about my life and if I would ever leave a footprint behind. As my thoughts turned to you guys, I realized I already had.” Dad… Your footprint will continue to grow with our family; keep beaming! Our Dad always loved to help; a real “Mr. Fix It”. There was no task he wouldn’t attempt. He loved to talk and was well known for his cheesy jokes and funny stories. Dad had a “sweet tooth” so to speak; he was known to have a popsicle or five. Dad loved spending time with his grandchildren and was never far from his best friend, Mom. Walter is survived by his loving wife, Debbie; his son, Kirk (Misty); daughters, Natasha, Vanessa (Brad), Amber (Matt), Tara (Chad), and his grandchildren, Jaelyn, Aidan, Kale, Breton, Layla, Karaghen, Kylie Rae and Baby Peters. Walter is also survived by his brother, John Clarke, and many nieces and nephews. Walter was predeceased by his mother, Jean; father, Reginald; brother, Robert; sister, Rae, and sister-in-law, Helen Clarke. As per dad’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a cause near and dear to Walter’s heart: the Feral and Abandoned Cat Society (FAACS). Online condolences may be made to www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements under the direction of...

Inverness Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Inverness Oran Deaths November 22, 2017 Wednesday There were 2 obituaries published today HAPPER, CLEMENT ANTHONY “CLEMMIE” - 76 YRS MOLONEY, THOMAS MORE “TOM” - 58 YRS HARPER Clement Anthony “Clemmie”, age 76, of Inverness, passed away on Tuesday, November 14th, 2017, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family. Born in Inverness on May 7th, 1941, he was a son of the late Joe and Elizabeth (Larade) Harper. He was a member of Stella Maris Church, Inverness. He worked in Inverness for 25 years with Inverness County Public Works and was a volunteer fireman. He also was a member of the Board of Directors of Inverness Filene Credit Union. In his younger years, he was an active horseman, and was a member of the Inverness Raceway Executive. In 1974, Clem and Delia opened C&D Canteen known as “Clemmie's”, which operated out of their home for 15 years. Clemmie is survived by his wife, Delia (Smith) of 54 years; children, Mark (Elaine), Peter, Inverness; Kurt (Carrie), Truro; Roger (Tracey), Port Hawkesbury; Charlene (Robert), Halifax; brothers, Stanley (late Theresa), Johnny; sisters, Kaye (late Allister), Sandra, Ann (Alex) and Shirley; 10 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sisters, Dorothy, Josephine, and Mona (late John Archie). Visitation held in Stella Maris Church, Inverness on Saturday, November 18th, funeral mass followed. Father Dan MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow in Stella Maris Parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central Inverness Palliative Care Society or to Stella Maris Parish Cemetery Fund, Inverness. MOLONEY Thomas More “Tom”, age 58, of Blackstone, passed away from complications of Parkinson's, surrounded by family and friends on November, 14th, in Inverary Manor, Inverness. Tom was born in Manitoulin Island, Ontario, on October 29th, 1959, and was a son of Alfreda (Marchand) Moloney, and the late Henry Moloney. Tom was a devoted Catholic and parishioner of St. Mary's Church, Mabou, and was a humble man, loving son, brother, uncle, and friend. Tom lived in Blackstone from 1971, until moving to Inverary Manor in August 2015. He enjoyed walking the dog, helping with farm work, great conversation, music, and food with family and friends. He is survived by his siblings Marie Celeste O.C.D., Ontario; Cecilia, St. John's; John (Linda), Blackstone; Sister Angela C.M.T., Santiago Chile; Pauline (Norm) Stein, Halifax; Stephen (Gloria), Saskatoon, Peter (Jenny), Terrace, BC.; Patrick (Amanda), Calgary; Hugh (Peggy), Cochrane; Robert (Kieu), St. John's; Luke, Vancouver; nieces, Lacey, Amber, Theresa, Mary Catherine, Karissa, Kate, and Jasmine; nephews, Brendan Liam, Thomas, Sean, René, and Rowan. Tom is predeceased by brother, Francis (Sadie), (Port Hood); and infant siblings, Joseph, Joseph R., Elizabeth, and Janet. The family would like to thank Dr. Lok and the Palliative Care Team, and all of the staff in Inverary Manor for their compassion and excellent care. Visitation was held in the vestry of St. Mary's Church, Mabou, on Friday, November 17th, funeral mass was held on Saturday in St. Mary's Church, Mabou at 11:00 a.m. with Father Bernie MacDonald officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Central Inverness Palliative Care Society or to St. Mary's Parish Cemetery Fund, Mabou.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 21, 2017 Tuesday There were 7 obituaries published today NINA MARIE (CAPSTICK) THOMAS - 65 YRS LINDA CLAIRE STRICKEY - 73 YRS DAVID CLARE WADDEN - MARGARET (HOWATSON) GREGOR - 95 YRS ROBERT “ROGER” COSTELLO - 70 YRS JEAN “JEANNIE” RICE - 73 YRS WILLIAM DOUGLAS “BILL” MACDONALD - 70 YRS Nina Marie Thomas (Capstick) Born In: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia Born: April 23rd, 1951 Passed on: November 17th, 2017 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Nina Marie (Capstick) Thomas, on Friday, November 17, at the age of 66, after a long struggle with cancer. Born in Sydney Mines on April 23, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Rachael (Donovan) Capstick. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Nina loved to listen to music and read, and had a good sense of humour. She is survived by her only son, Leo Thomas (Michelle); granddaughter, Kaitlyn, and grandson, Connor, all of Toronto, Ontario. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and she loved them all. She was a kind and loving person. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Delphine, Margaret, Mary, Janie, Helen and Catherine, and brothers, Peter, Patrick, Murdock, and Michael in infancy. Many thanks to the Red Cross, the Canadian Cancer Society, and all the doctors and nurses at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Also, special thanks to her cousin, Louise McLean; friend, David Robertson, and her neighbours, for all their help, love and support over the past year. There will be no visitation by request. Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass celebrating her life will be held Thursday, November 23, 2017, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Donations in Nina’s memory may be made to the Red Cross. Words of comfort may be forwarded to her family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Linda Claire Strickey Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia Born: March 18th, 1944 Passed in: Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: November 19th, 2017 Linda Claire Strickey, age 73, of Falmouth, formerly of Sydney, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 19, 2017, in Hants Community Hospital, Windsor. Born March 18, 1944, in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Emilio and Elsie (Adore) Pace. A loving wife and caring mother, Linda was an especially proud grandmother to Julia and Gabby who brought her much joy over the past 16 years. Linda studied nursing after graduation from high school and had a long and fulfilling career in Sydney as a RN at St. Rita’s Hospital, and later, the MacGillivray Guest Home. Like her father, Emilio and her entire family, Linda was blessed with the gift of music and was a talented vocalist who cherished her decades of involvement with the St. Anthony Daniel Church Choir in Sydney. Together with her loving husband of 50 years, Frank, she loved to travel but was equally happy spending time with her many good friends in Falmouth and Sydney. Linda will be dearly missed by her husband, Frank; sons, Glen (Rosalyn) and Chris (Heather); granddaughters, Julia and Gabby Strickey; sisters, Mary Mitchell, Anne Lee (Archie) Kerr, and Evelyne (Bryan) Phinnemore; sister-in-law, Shirley Pace; and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Rudy; and brother-in-law, Obbie Mitchell. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, November 22, 2017 in Lindsay’s Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St., P.O. Box 2218, Windsor, B0N 2T0. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 23, 2017, in St. John the Evangelist R.C. Church, 339 King Street, Windsor, with Father John MacPherson officiating. Burial to follow in St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Wiley Ave., Windsor. Donations in memory of Linda may be made to the Palliative Care at Hants Community Hospital. To add your condolences click on Guestbook at www.lindsaysfuneralhome.com DAVID CLARE WADDEN Passed in: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 18th, 2017 We the family, regret to announce David’s passing on November 18, 2017, at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by family and friends. He was the son of Kenzie and Judy Wadden. Survived by his wife, Darlene, of 21 years; children, Angela (Matthew) McKinnon, Declan and Kenzie; and two grandchildren, Maria and Callum McKinnon. He will be dearly missed by brothers, Dennis (Alison and son, Jamie), Dale (son, Brody and his mother, Terri); mother-in-law, Patricia Bray; brothers-in-law, Allan (Allison), Darryl (Sandra), Kevin (Deanna); sister-in-law, Linda (Chad) MacPhee; nephews and nieces, Jocelyn, Kyle, Alex, Connor, Jordan, Lauren, Nicolas, Sam, Talia; and special godsons, Brad Cuzner, Nicolas MacPhee and Brody Wadden. David was a true gentlemen and friend. He worked many years for Magna, North Sydney until he began to travel to the Western parts of Canada to numerous job locations where he worked in Material Management. David was happiest and content at home in Glace Bay surrounded by family and friends and his special lap companion, Karly. Visitation will be held in T.J. Tracey Funeral Home, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay (902) 849-4199, on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, November 23 at 10 a.m. in Saint Anne's Church, Glace Bay. Memorials may be made to the Glace Bay Hospital Foundation or the Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund. Words of condolence can be sent to the Wadden family by visiting: www.tjtracey.com. Following his wishes, a donation has been made to the Legacy of Life through tissue donation. Margaret Gregor With sadness, we say goodbye to our beautiful, kind, smart sister who left us on November 17. Born in Little Bras D’or, July 2, 1922, she was the oldest daughter of Charles and Jean (Carmichael) Howatson. Pre-deceased by husband Harry Gregor, brother Everett (Marion), Elinor Seymour (Mel), and step-grandson Stephen Gregor. Marg is survived by siblings Irene Cook, Barrie, ON; Ray Howatson (Barbara), Little Bras D’or; and Ruth Leonard (Walter), Sydney; stepdaughter Jean Hennon, Bridgewater; and stepsons George Gregor, British Columbia; and John Gregor (Ellen), Marion Bridge. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. She was a former member of St. Andrews United Church, Little Bras D’or and United Protestant Church, Sydney River. She was a long-standing member of Rebekah Lodge in Sydney. As our oldest sister, she dried our tears, scolded (or was part of) our hijinks, coaxed curls from unruly hair, sewed many of our clothes, and read bedtime stories by lamp light. Marg always embraced life - marrying Harry at age 60; then learning to drive. She built her first new home with Harry at 83 and continued to drive until age 90. Her last years were spent at the Dutch Brook and the Cove Guest Homes where she received excellent care. Our heart-felt thanks to their so very caring staff. Memorial donations may be made to the Cape Breton Hospice Palliative Care Society. Funeral arrangements to be announced. Roger Costello Passed on: November 19th, 2017 Roger Fabian Costello, 70, of Sydney River, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 19, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Originally from Whitney Pier, he was the eldest son of the late Cyril and Madelyn Costello. He is survived by sisters, Debbie Kyte (Don), Diane MacGregor (Tiree), Celeste MacPherson (Stuart) and Colleen Dunn (Bobby), and brothers, Barry (Starla), Rick (Darlene) and David (Helen). He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A carpenter by trade, he worked in the family construction company alongside his father and brothers. He also made many friends in the carpentry department at Reeves Modular Homes. Remains are resting at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel where visitation will take place on Wednesday, November 22 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, November 23 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1452 Kings Rd., Sydney River with Rev. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Family flowers only; in lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.twcurry.com. Jean ‘Jeannie’ Rice Passed on: September 30th, 2017 We regret to announce the passing of Jean Sandra Rice on Saturday, September 30, 2017, in Toronto, Ontario. Born in Sydney on June 22, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Esther (Dakai) Rice. Jeannie was a graduate of Riverview High School and Cape Breton Business College. She retired from Imperial Esso in Toronto. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Esther Haase; brother-in-law, Elvio, and her dear aunt, Elsie Percy. Jeannie is survived by her sister, Betty Polegato; nephews, David, Sydney and Andrew (Wendy), and their children, Cara and Drew, Amherst. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, November 25 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Louis Ihasz officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the United Protestant Church of Sydney River (the new roof fund). Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. William Douglas ‘Bill’ MacDonald Passed on: November 8th, 2017 William Douglas ‘Bill’ MacDonald, age 70, of Sydney, NS and Christchurch, New Zealand passed away peacefully at home in Christchurch on November 8, 2017. Born on June 25, 1947 in New Glasgow, NS he was the son of G. Douglas and the late Doris (MacKenzie) MacDonald of Sydney. In addition to his father, Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Diane (Pawsey) of Christchurch, NZ, their son, Hamish, (Natalie), and his adored granddaughter, Chloe. Bill was raised in Sydney and attended grade school there. He completed high school at King’s Colligate, Windsor, NS and attended Xavier College in Sydney. He then attended Ryerson College Toronto and studied marketing and advertising. Upon completion of his studies he was employed with Imperial Optical in Toronto. In 1975 he moved with Diane back to her home in New Zealand. Although always a Cape Bretoner at heart, Bill loved his adoptive home in NZ and established deep roots winning many friends there. He was an avid fisherman and was active in his community as a member of the Lion’s Club in which he held the position of president of his local club for three years. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service for Bill will be held on November 24, 2017 at Westpark Chapel in Christchurch. Messages of condolence may be addressed to the Family of the late Bill MacDonald at: c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch, 8545, NZ. Donations in Bill’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of one’s choice. “Forever in our Hearts”

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 20, 2017 Monday There were 5 obituaries published today MARY VIOLA (VIGNEAU) SYLVESTER - 8 YRS GERALD JOHN MURPHY - 88 YRS WILLIAM JAMES “BILLY” MCLELLAN - 88 YRS DONALD MACKENZIE MORRISON, CN - MAJOR (RET) RCAF MALCOLM JEROME MACDONALD - 89 YRS Donald MacKenzie (CN) Morrison Passed on: November 17th, 2017 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, Donald MacKenzie Morrison, on November 17, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in St. Ann's, Victoria County, he was the son of the late Malcolm and Hughena (MacKenzie) Morrison. Donald began his 40 year policing career with the city of Sydney Police Department at age 20. He would later join the CN Police Force advancing over the years, retiring as an Inspector. Although he would formally retire at age 60, Dad continued to demonstrate his passion for helping others and supporting his community, exhibited extensively through his volunteer work. As a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church, Dad was well known for his kindness and compassion toward others. He was extensively involved in the church and volunteered countless hours with numerous charities and organizations including The Children's Wish Foundation, Shriners for Sick Children, Meals on Wheels and Big Brothers Big Sisters. He was a former president of the Sydney and District Little League and The Boys and Girls Clubs, and served on the Board of Directors for Hardwood Hill cemetery. He was a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge. Dad was described by many as a true gentleman. He was an avid Leafs fan with an unforgiving sweet tooth and love of dogs, in particular his best bud Pawco. Regardless of the need, he was always there to provide love and support to his family of which he was extremely proud. He demonstrated a gentle kindness in all that he did, exemplifying hard work, selflessness, and a genuine concern for others. Donald is survived by his daughter, Karen (Keith) Sharp, Toronto, ON; son, Malcolm, Sydney; brother, Jackie (Diane) MacEachern, Tarbot; grandchildren, Kyle, Courtney, Amanda (Chris) and Brittany (Matthew); great grandchildren, Isaac and Isla, and several nieces and nephews. He will also be sadly missed by his dear friend, Valerie Rhude. Donald was predeceased by his wife, Elsie (Hinkley); son, Hughie; daughter-in-law, Pamela Morrison; siblings, Annie Nicholson, Nora Ross and Angus Frank, as well as his best buddy, Pawco. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Steelworkers Lane for their care and compassion over this past year. It has been a great comfort knowing that Dad was well supported and cared for with the dignity and respect he himself, showed to so many over the course of his life. Our family will fondly remember his time there. We would also like to extend our thanks to Dr. John Archibald for his many years of professionalism and care toward our father, and to the staff and volunteers at the An Cala Palliative Care Unit for supporting him and our family so completely. Interment will be in Goose Cove Cemetery, St. Ann's on November 21, 2017 at 11 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 4 p.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church, Sydney. with Rev. Bob Lyle officiating; reception to follow in the church hall. Memorials may be made to the Bethel Benevolent Fund or a charity of your choice. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or email sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>. MALCOLM MACDONALD Born In: NEW WATERFORD, Nova Scotia Born: June 20th, 1928 Passed in: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Passed on: November 15th, 2017 Malcolm passed away in the loving arms of his daughters at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, BC, on November 15, 2017 after suffering a stroke. Malcolm “Mac” or “Cuddles” as he was affectionately known was born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia June 20, 1928, to Angus A. and Honora MacDonald. He was predeceased by his six siblings; and his infant son, Gerard born 1960. He is survived by his cherished wife of 66 years, Mary (nee Abbass) of Victoria; his daughters, Honora Johannesen (Sigurd) of Victoria, Lillian Szpak (Robert) of Langford, BC, Ann-Marie (Alisa) of Montreal; his son, John-Hugh (Mary) of Orillia, ON, and nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mac was the kindest, most generous, sensitive, wisest and wittiest man there ever was. A coal miner and boxer from a tough Cape Breton town, he put himself through St. Francis Xavier University while working in “the pit” and was commissioned as an officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1954. He served at Namao, AB; Baden-Soellingen, Germany; Centrallia, ON; Hamilton, ON where he earned his MBA from MacMaster University; Kingston, ON where he taught at Royal Military College and Queen’s University; and Ottawa, ON before launching a sterling career with the Department of External Affairs where, during his final working years he travelled to nearly every Canadian embassy abroad, usually with Mary – his “little dark-haired nurse” – by his side. In retirement he devoted himself to humanitarian work with the Canadian International Demining Corps, and together with Mary served meals at the Shepherds of Good Hope soup kitchen in Ottawa. A voracious reader and keen thinker, Mac was respected, admired and much sought-after for personal and professional advice by all who knew him. He instilled in his children, grand and great-grandchildren a sense of adventure, humour, self-reliance, respect for diversity, resiliency and optimism, and that each were special and loved uniquely. He honored Mary with a life well-lived, full of love, adventure, romance, devotion and dignity. The family wishes to thank the Emergency Room staff at RJH who, along with Dr. Fred Voon provided the kindest and most comforting care. We would also like to thank Drs. Michelle Fretz and Laura Farrell for their unfailing expert care and compassion. A Private Funeral Mass will be held Monday, November20, 2017 at Mount St. Mary Hospital, Victoria BC, followed by a reception at the Royal Colwood Golf Club. Internment to be announced, at Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, in June of next year. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Mount St. Mary Hospital 861 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 5A9. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallgardens.com <http://www.mccallgardens.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 20, 2017 Monday There were 5 obituaries published today MARY VIOLA (VIGNEAU) SYLVESTER - 8 YRS GERALD JOHN MURPHY - 88 YRS WILLIAM JAMES “BILLY” MCLELLAN - 88 YRS DONALD MACKENZIE MORRISON, CN - MAJOR (RET) RCAF MALCOLM JEROME MACDONALD - 89 YRS Mary Viola (nee Vigneau) Sylvester Passed on: November 13th, 2017 After a long battle with ALS, Mary Viola Sylvester, at the age of 82, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 13, 2017. Currently of Brantford, ON, formerly of Sydney, NS. She is the daughter of the late Simon and Delia Langlois. Predeceased by husbands, Paul Vigneau and Romeo Sylvester. She is survived by her seven children, Linda Kitchen-Clark (Gary, predeceased), Shirley Wambolt (Glenn), Rena Wilcox (Fred), Barry Vigneau (Noreen), Wendy Vigneau (Len Kitchen), Valerie Mitchell (Heather) and Janet Herrington (Tim). She will be dearly missed by brothers, Dave Langlois (Margie), Paul Langlois (Dorothy), Blair Langlois (Cathy), Austin Langlois (Pam), Ronnie Langlois (Colleen, predeceased), and sisters, Stella Munroe (Elden) and Yvonne Richard (Frank, predeceased). Felling the loss are her 5 step-children, 21 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 22 nieces and nephews. She was a life-long member of CWL (Catholic Women’s League) at Holy Redeemer Parish in Sydney, NS and Sacred Heart Parish in Paris, ON. She was an avid sports enthusiast, enjoyed bowling, golf, basketball, baseball and loved her games like Yahtzee and Pokeno. She was passionate about her faith, and devoted to her church family. Her greatest loves in life were her children and spending time with family. Visitation will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, November 21 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Chant’s Funeral Home Chapel, at 11 a.m., with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, contact Chants Funeral Home for info to donate to Dr. Turnbull’s ALS research clinic. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of… Gerald John Murphy Passed on: November 18th, 2017 The family of Gerald Murphy, regret to announce his passing on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Born on February 24, 1929 in South Bar, Cape Breton, Gerald was the son of the late Joseph and Sarah (Mac Neil) Murphy. Gerald was a devoted member of St. Alphonsus Parish in Victoria Mines until its closing, after which he was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish. Gerald was a fixture in South Bar, living there for his entire life farming, building things in his garage and enjoying life to the fullest, all while raising six children with his cherished partner in life Connie. If Gerald didn’t know how to build or fix something, he would just go ahead and figure out a way. He was never shy in providing advice to others or giving a helping hand to those whom he considered friends. Gerald is survived by sons, Keith (Brenda), Courtenay, BC, Paul (Ann Marie), Edmonton, AB and Michael (Iris), South Bar; daughters, Anne Sullivan, Howie Centre and Karen MacIsaac (Roger), Amherst; son-in-law, Alan Sullivan, East Bay; grandchildren, Andrea and Marni Murphy, Erin, Doyle and Megan Murphy, Patrick Murphy, Krystal and Leah Anne Sullivan, Michael and Kelsey MacIsaac; great grandchildren, Lilly Locke and Chase Michael MacIsaac. Gerald is also survived by sisters, Mary Jane Pageot (Albert), London, ON, Michalene Simms (John Cullen), St. John’s, NL and Caroline Murphy, Toronto, ON, as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Gerald was predeceased by his wife, Connie; son, Kevin; sisters, Patsy MacDonald, Jeanette Pottle and Marilyn Murphy, and brother, Redmond. Visitation for the late Gerald John Murphy will be held today (Monday, November 20, 2017) at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at 1:30 p.m. in Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will be in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Victoria Mines. Donations in memory of Gerald may be made to the Holy Redeemer Building Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com <http://www.pierfuneralhome.com/>. William James (Billy) McLellan Born: November 17th, 2017 It is with great sadness, we, the family of William James McLellan, regret to announce his passing on Friday, November 17, 2017, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by his loving family. Born February 3, 1929, in Halifax, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Sturgess) McLellan. A proud veteran, Billy served with the Merchant Navy during World War II and with the Royal Canadian Regiment during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Army, Navy, Air Force Unit 217 in New Waterford, the Korean Veterans Association and the Cape Breton Naval Association. William was also a retired firefighter at the Sydney Airport. An avid sports fisherman, Billy loved spending his leisure time fishing the brooks of Cape Breton with occasional fishing trips to Alberta and Ontario. When he wasn’t fishing he attended local boxing events and watched fights on television. Billy is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Mary (Stapleton) Littlewood; children, Raymond Littlewood (Nancy), Quispamsis, NB, Danny Littlewood (Terri), Sydney, David Littlewood (Sarah Jane), Barrie, ON, Andrea Northcott, Ajax, ON, Susan MacLennan (Stephen) South Bar and daughter, Rhonda (James) Gallant, PEI; grandchildren, Jordan, Kali, Donald, Thomas, Allison, Erin, Brandon, Meghan and Michael, and great granddaughter, Aevan. Billy was predeceased by his first wife, Joyce (Ede), and daughter, Beverly McLellan. There will be no viewing as cremation has already taken place. There will be a private family service held at Sydney Memorial Chapel with Father Duaine Devereaux officiating. Interment will take place in Resurrection Cemetery. The family would like to thank Dr. Paul Murphy for his excellent care for Billy over the years, as well as the Taigh Na Mara Veteran’s Wing. The family is forever grateful to Dr. Mark Sampson, Dr. Giorno and the nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Unit at Sydney Regional Hospital for the care and thoughtfulness shown to Billy in his final days. Memorials may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@sympatico.ca>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 18, 2017 Saturday There were 5 obituaries published today MAJOR (RET,) RCAF MALCOLM JEROME “MAC” “CUDDLES” MACDONALD - 89 YRS DOROTHY GERTRUDE JOHNSON - 99 YRS MARY VIOLA (VIGNEAU) SYLVESTER - 82 YRS MARY MONICA BURRAGE - 93 YRS RODNEY KEITH CLARKE - 48 YRS MALCOLM MACDONALD Born In: NEW WATERFORD, Nova Scotia Born: June 20th, 1928 Passed in: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada Passed on: November 15th, 2017 Malcolm passed away in the loving arms of his daughters at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria, BC, on November 15, 2017 after suffering a stroke. Malcolm “Mac” or “Cuddles” as he was affectionately known was born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia June 20, 1928, to Angus A. and Honora MacDonald. He was predeceased by his six siblings; and his infant son, Gerard born 1960. He is survived by his cherished wife of 66 years, Mary (nee Abbass) of Victoria; his daughters, Honora Johannesen (Sigurd) of Victoria, Lillian Szpak (Robert) of Langford, BC, Ann-Marie (Alisa) of Montreal; his son, John-Hugh (Mary) of Orillia, ON, and nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mac was the kindest, most generous, sensitive, wisest and wittiest man there ever was. A coal miner and boxer from a tough Cape Breton town, he put himself through St. Francis Xavier University while working in “the pit” and was commissioned as an officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1954. He served at Namao, AB; Baden-Soellingen, Germany; Centrallia, ON; Hamilton, ON where he earned his MBA from MacMaster University; Kingston, ON where he taught at Royal Military College and Queen’s University; and Ottawa, ON before launching a sterling career with the Department of External Affairs where, during his final working years he travelled to nearly every Canadian embassy abroad, usually with Mary – his “little dark-haired nurse” – by his side. In retirement he devoted himself to humanitarian work with the Canadian International Demining Corps, and together with Mary served meals at the Shepherds of Good Hope soup kitchen in Ottawa. A voracious reader and keen thinker, Mac was respected, admired and much sought-after for personal and professional advice by all who knew him. He instilled in his children, grand and great-grandchildren a sense of adventure, humour, self-reliance, respect for diversity, resiliency and optimism, and that each were special and loved uniquely. He honored Mary with a life well-lived, full of love, adventure, romance, devotion and dignity. The family wishes to thank the Emergency Room staff at RJH who, along with Dr. Fred Voon provided the kindest and most comforting care. We would also like to thank Drs. Michelle Fretz and Laura Farrell for their unfailing expert care and compassion. A Private Funeral Mass will be held Monday, November20, 2017 at Mount St. Mary Hospital, Victoria BC, followed by a reception at the Royal Colwood Golf Club. Internment to be announced, at Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, in June of next year. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Mount St. Mary Hospital 861 Fairfield Rd, Victoria, BC V8V 5A9. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallgardens.com. Dorothy Gertrude Johnson Born: October 28th, 1918 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 17th, 2017 With sadness, we, the family of Dorothy Gertrude Johnson, regret to announce her passing on Friday, November 17, 2017, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born October 28, 1918, in Sydney, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Thomas and Rhoda (Hillier) Lake. She was a longtime member of Westminster Bible Presbyterian Church, Sydney. Dorothy was a great hostess and her guests always enjoyed a good cup of tea and never left her home hungry. She is survived by her chosen daughters, Linda (Mike) MacLean and their children, Dan (Ainslie) and Angela (Jason), Westmount and Gale Kelly and her children, Michael (Kate), Grant (Amy), Shane and Chantel, Sydney; sister, Vida Plumridge, Sydney and six great-grandchildren. Dorothy was predeceased by her husband, John; sisters, Jenny Cameron and Gladys Rudolph and brother, Clarence. Funeral service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Monday, November 20, 2017 at 11 a. m., with Pastor Kevin Richardson officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia or the Salvation Army. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Mary Viola (nee Vigneau) Sylvester SYLVESTER, Mary Viola (nee Vigneau) After a long battle with ALS Mary Viola Sylvester, at the age of 82, went to be with the Lord on Monday Nov. 13, 2017. Currently of Brantford Ont., formerly of Sydney N.S. Predeceased by husbands, Paul Vigneau and Romeo Sylvester. She is survived by her 7 children Linda Kitchen-Clark (Gary pre-deceased), Shirley Wambolt (Glenn), Rena Wilcox (Fred), Barry Vigneau(Noreen), Wendy Vigneau (Len Kitchen), Valerie Mitchell(Heather) & Janet Herrington (Tim). She will be dearly missed by brothers, Dave Langlois (Margie), Paul Langlois (Dorothy), Blair Langlois (Cathy), Austin Langlois (Pam), Ronnie Langlois (Colleen pre-deceased) & sisters, Stella Munroe (Elden), Yvonne Richard (Frank predeceased). Feeling the loss are her 5 Step-children, 21 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 22 nieces/nephews. She was a life- long member of CWL (Catholic Women’s League) at Holy Redeemer Parish in Sydney, N.S and Sacred Heart Parish in Paris, Ont. She was an avid sports enthusiast, enjoyed bowling, golf, basketball, baseball and loved her games like Yahtzee & Pokeno. She was passionate about her faith, and devoted to her church family. Her greatest loves in life were her children and spending time with family. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 21, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Chant’s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St, Sydney. Funeral Service will take place Wed. Nov.22 in the Chant’s Funeral Home Chapel, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers contact Chants Funeral Home for info to donate to Dr. Turnbull’s ALS research Clinic. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca Funeral arrangements are under the direction of. MARY BURRAGE Born In: GLACE BAY, Nova Scotia Born: May 4th, 1924 Passed in: NORTH SYDNEY, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 15th, 2017 We, the family of Mary Monica Burrage, regret to announce her passing on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at Taigh Solas Nursing Home, North Sydney. Born May 4, 1924, in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Elizabeth (Connington) McIntosh. Mary was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish, Whitney Pier. She is survived by her daughters, Rose Burrage, Sydney, Sarah Wiebe, Rivers, Man., and Georgina Chiasson, Saint John, NB; sisters, Theresa Byrne, Ont., Colleen Bonner, North Sydney and Shirley Pemberton, Sydney; ten grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren; close family friend, Dubba. Mary was predeceased by her husband, George Sr.; sons, Joe and George Jr.; granddaughter, Sherry Oakey; sisters, Annie Stewart, Jane Stone and Amelia “Dano” Baird; brothers, Thomas, John, Clarence “Toot”, Joe and Angus. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Charity of Choice. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Rodney Keith CLARKE Passed on: November 11th, 2017 It is with profound sadness that we the family regret to announce the sudden passing of our son, brother, uncle, father, Rodney at home on Saturday, November 11, 2017. Born in Glace Bay, January 14, 1969, he was the son of George and Marie (Warren) Clarke. He is survived by his children, Mason and Tristan Clarke, Glace Bay, and his siblings, George (Juanita), Rick (Lisa), all of Glace Bay. Rodney was predeceased by his sister, Kimberley, who held a special place in his heart, and his grandparents, Lillian and Malcolm Clarke, and Susan and Edgar Warren. Rodney lived a simple life and had his own way of thinking which in some cases may not have always been the right way. He had a special bond with his mother “his rock” and will be missed terrible by his “sidekick” Cynthia. He held various jobs over the years and had a talent of putting his hand to anything that needed to be built or fixed. Rodney has had various health issues the past few years but his suffering has finally ended and he is at peace now with his sister. Cremation has taken place. As per Rodney’s wishes, there will no visitation and will be laid to rest with his sister. There will be a private family service held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. Mary’s Church, Glace Bay. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting our webpage at www.tjtracey.com <http://www.tjtracey.com/>.

P.S. If anyone knows of Richard Campbell, a reseacher listed on the Mullgen site: "Looking for Archibald and Catherine Campbell of Kilninian and Kilmore. Children are Duncan b:1766, Angus b:1768, Alexander b:20 June 1771 d:1843 Islay m: Mary Sinclair 1796, Dugal b:1778 and Janet b:1773." Please contact me via my email address. The registered email address is no longer active ... Thankyou. -----Original Message----- From: Andrew Campbell Sent: Friday, November 17, 2017 11:25 PM To: sct-arl-tiree@rootsweb.com ; sct-arg-coll@rootsweb.com ; sct-isleofmull@rootsweb.com ; ns-cape-breton@rootsweb.com ; can-ns-pictou@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [SCT-ARL-TIREE ] Carmichael Tiree, Mull & Nether Lorn Hello Louise, I saw that yesterday evening before I fell into bed ... now I'm available to put my mind back into the subject. 1. The first point was that on p23 Argyll Estate Instructions (1792), Eric Cregeen states: "Gortendonuil (i.e. Barrapol and Kenovar) was now in tack to Archibald of Frackadale; Ruaig still in Duncan Campbell of Treshnish's hands." Both absent tacksmen at that point. In the 1789 Mull list I see in Treshnish: Archibald, tacksman (45), Duncan (13), Angus (12), Alexr (8) & Dugald (1), Mrs Campbell & her dau and in Freckadale (sp): John (54), Archibald (11), James (6), Duncan (12) --- strange order, Mrs Campbell & 5 daus +++ including a John Carmichael +++ ... so not sure what happened between 1789 & 1792 Next step is to go back to the original Tiree tacks ... of (Campbell of) Frackadale & (Campbell of) Treshnish, both noted by Cregeen as expiring 1796 ... perhaps initially let to the fathers of the tacksmen in Mull - 1789 ... ??? However in 1800, the Duke's Instructions state: p 51 "7. As I have set the farms of Barapole and Kenovar presently possessed by Archibald, Frackadale, to 16 small tenants, who are to enter at next Whitsunday, you must take measures for removing the one and introducing the others at that term, and as a great many additional houseswill be wanted for the accomodation of these new tenants ... ... My own opinion and wish is that these farms should be divided into 16 different possessions so every man may have his own separate farm to manage and improve in his own way ..." Anyway, I just wonder if at least some the families there in Gortendonuil (1792) are related to either the Frackadale or Treshnish Mull Campbell families. It would seem logical to stay tacksman on the Mull estate while at the same time providing for the extended family ... so good reason to be absent. I find the Campbell family there that I've been researching, particularly Alexr C, who went to Pictou, Whycocomagh, Argyle Bay and and who's death based on his will was in Little Narrows, Cape Breton. What has surprised me to this point was that I cannot see this family on Tiree in the 1779 list. The only Campbell family there that I noted in 1792 ... just my notes ..., unfortunately not exhaustive: John Campbell 64 Isabel Campbell 55 --- it appears that in this list like the 1776 & 1779 lists the maiden names were used --- so this is not likely to be the Campbell/McArthur family in Sandaig Alexander C 22 Donald C 16 Ann C 18 Mary C 7 Alexander is possibly the one who is referred to in the Argyll Estate Instructions a number of times. The reason I say this is that I have his marriage identified shortly after in 1795 with Christy Campbell in Caolas, Coll ... my own family were tacksmen there & then. John Campbell (engineer and superintendant) of St. Paul's Island, CB, NS certainly descends from this family (eldest son). A document I recently received from Canada was written by a person who claimed to be the 3rd cousin of his grandchildren. The person knew details of that family that I can confirm. The beginning of her doc refers to Malagawatch Campbells who came from Coll (via Tobermory) sailed on the Dunlop 1820 to Pictou ... Neil & James Campbell who married two MacLean sisters Christy & Mary respectively they settled at The Boom / Big Harbour Island / St Georges Bay / now West Bay ... on the sailing they were accompanied by widowed cousin Farquar and his bro John and two sisters Sarah & Katy, they went to PEI ... "All the Coll families took up side by side MacKenzies, MacLeans, MacDonalds and MacKinnons ... ". I'm now in contact with Campbell descendants of that line, and we are arranging Y-DNA testing via Kevin Campbell's CAMPBELL GROUP study ... We don't know if the doc is 100% accurate, but as I cannot find these families on Coll, I'm just wondering if some went to Coll from Tiree before finally leaving ... work in progress. On P65, footnote by Cregeen (Argyll Estate Instructions), he notes the extreme discontent and resistance of the tenants to the new organisation of the ex-Gortendonnel property. Factor McLaurin: "The tenants declared that they would emigrate to America rather than to give up their runrig system." This situation led to the 1803 petition by them to Argyll below. Moving back a step, ... The clincher for an Alexr Campbell in Gortendonel in 1802s relationship to that family is on P72 "... and though his brothers-in-law, tenants in Coll ..." (the then tenants in Coll referred to were well and truly proven with Y-DNA known to a common ancestor Donald Campbell circa 1740). Alexr C is noted as holding 8 mail lands, double the planned size, which might explain why there was 15 tenants listed in the 1803 petition rather than the planned 16... "Petition to Argyll of 1803 by 15 tenants: Alexander Campbell (signs as Alexr Campbell) Donald Campbell Murdoch Campbell Donald Campbell Jnr Angus Campbell Farquard Campbell Hector Campbell Angus Sinclair Malcolm Sinclair John MacInnish John Carmichael Donald MacInnish Donald Campbell Allan MacLean and Neil McDonald all tenants in your Grais Lands of Barrapole and Kenovair in the Island of Tyree." So ... quite a lot there. Don't hesitate to contact me for more details. Kind regards, Andrew ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 22:52:05 -0800 From: TireeGathering <tireegathering@gmail.com> To: Tiree Mailing List <sct-arl-tiree@rootsweb.com> Subject: Re: [SCT-ARL-TIREE ] Carmichael Tiree, Mull & Nether Lorn Message-ID: <CAHdt9nwsw5dbiNZxxfRxntmZnE5yjUyVGS34OAewgECkY7FrFA@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Hi Andrew, It looks like you didn't quite finish your post. You were saying: "Another interesting point is that in the Argyll Estate Instructions, it is stated on page..." You have me curious what the interesting point was! By the way, I have a particular interest in knowing who various Tacksmen were on Tiree, Mull, and Coll and environs during various periods. Some years ago, Flo Straker and myself transcribed many of the oldest rent rolls and other documents circa 1600s (some of these are hosted on www.tireegenealogy.com). It was always a surprise to see who held which Tacks when. And a mystery who some of the far-awayTacksmen were. Strange locations attached to their names, so unrecognizable, especially in old handwriting, that we simply had to guess. Is there a source that you know of where Tacksmen for these Islands are recorded over the centuries? Probably not, but I thought it might be worth asking someone who knows more than I do about various land ownerships and tacks. Thanks, Louise _________________________________ Louise MacDougall, Vancouver, Canada Administrator, Rootsweb Tiree Mailing List On Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 1:19 PM, Andrew Campbell <akacampbell@outlook.com> wrote: > Hello John, > > There is most probably no link with the family you are researching, but as > it is part of a Tiree based family and, well, just in case, I will > communicate all this to the list. > > Further the Mull Carmichael connection noted appears to go much further > back > than this one, but here goes ... > > I have a "mystery" James Carmichael (b. 29 Oct 1876, Ardfenaig, > Kilfinichen > and Kilvickeon, d. 29 Feb 1912, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - by > Scottish petition (Age 35 years), natural son of Agnes Carmichael and > Hector > Archibald Campbell. > > Noted: Provision for him in the will of his stated father, Hector > Archibald > Campbell (1885), then stating "To James Carmichael or Campbell presently > residing at Libertoon, near Edinbourg, my son, born by Agnes Carmichael > sometimes residing at Ardfenaig ...". latter is Mull, and interestingly, > where the factor John Campbell, referred to in recent exchanges, lived > earlier. > > Notice in The Scotsman, 11 Jan 1913, page 2 "... that JAMES CARMICHAEL or > CAMPBELL, natural son of the deceased Hector Archibald Campbell of Caolis, > in the Island of Coll, who left for Canada in the year 1899 (or 1898?), > and > was last heard of in Vancouver, British Columbia, in February 1905, must > be > presumed to have died on 29th February 1912, in which Petition the Lord > Ordinary has been pleased to pronounce the following ..." > > Itv seems that he can be identified here: Census, 1881. > Liberton Ed7 Page 8 > Lonie James 58 1823 head Liberton, Midlothian > Christina 42 1839 wife Breadalbane, Perthshire > Helen 24 1857 dau Liberton, Midlothian > John 12 1869 son Liberton, Midlothian > Christina 11 1870 dau Liberton, Midlothian > James 8 1873 son Liberton, Midlothian > Marion 6 1875 dau Liberton, Midlothian > Duncan 3 1878 son Liberton, Midlothian > Carmichael Jas 3 1878 grandson Mull > > The interesting points are that Hector Archibald C was born Tiree > (Balephetrish). He inherited from his father Colin Campbell, the two ends > of > Coll plus the estate called Auchnacloich in Nether Lorn (near Oban), near > Tarbert (on Loch Etive). This name is the Gaelic version of Stonefield. It > is in the same area as the old Stonefield Estate near Tarbert. I can go > into > detail on the name bit there as it is quite convoluted ... > > The combinations of Carmichael / Tiree / Mull / Stonefield strike as > similar > ..., so I couldn't resist ... > > This Carmichael family seems to have links with Perth and Liberton, > Edinburgh. It is documented that Hector Archibald C studied under a Mr. > Carmichael while he was at Edinburgh Academy .... > > This part is mostly for Gortendonnel Campbells: > > The other interesting thing is that, based on YDNA information I received > today, I suspect that some of the Campbells in Gortendonnel in 1782 are > indeed related to this Hector Archibald Campbell (via my own result tying > back to Hector's and my-own common ancestor Neil Campbell, tacksman in > Sunipol, Mull from circa 1800). > > Another interesting point is that in the Argyll Estate Instructions, it is > stated on page > > If you or anyone else wants to know more, please let me know. > > Kind regards, > > Andrew Campbell > > Message: 1 > Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 13:03:48 +0000 > From: John Carmichael <carmichaelsceilidh@gmail.com> > To: sct-arl-tiree@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: [SCT-ARL-TIREE ] Carmichael family on Tiree and Mull > Message-ID: > <CAL6W12PxOD1ey68TuNwcRMDWC838BxVX-DQrFLm0MCyvUAofFA@mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" > > Hi Louise, > Many, many thanks for the quick reply and info. > A Mull connection for the Carmichaels ...this all my wife will need as her > parents were from Mull with a Tiree connection her fathers folk were > MacFadyens from Caolis. ...next thing we will be related !!. > If you don't mind I will contact Flo and forward your email to her for > info. > To think I was over in White Rock a few years in a row at functions and > did > not know about all this connection. > Thanks again, > Will keep in touch, > Cheers, > John. > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------- > On Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 11:23 AM, TireeGathering <tireegathering@gmail.com > > > wrote: > > > Hi John Carmichael in Glasgow, > > > > No, not daft at all writing from Glasgow to Vancouver to find your > > Scottish > > ancestors. Or using the Tiree genealogy website which is administered > > and > > hosted by Keith Dash in Australia. That's just how a far-flung diaspora > > seems to work. Hahaha. > > > > And you are in luck! Because your entire Carmichael ancestry, back to > > about 1735 on Mull (before they moved over to Gortendonnel, Tiree around > > 1788), has already been researched and put online by Flo Straker. > > > > She is the most knowledgeable Tiree family historian on this List, and > > will > > be glad to hear about you. She has no info about your own line after > > your > > grandfather John Carmichael was born in 1839. So, you can swap stories. > > > > You can see Flo's tree by searching your ancestors on Ancestry.com, if > you > > have access to it. Often libraries offer Ancestry as a free service. > > Also, you can use Ancestry for free on your computer as a 2-week trial. > > > > Failing those alternatives, try getting a hold of Flo directly at the > > email > > address you can see for her in the previous conversation she had with > > Lesley. (Or send me a private message.) > > > > Meanwhile, you can find your great-grandparents marriage on Keith's > > website > > in the OPR for 1833: Duncan Carmichael and Mary Campbell married on > > Feb. > > 20, 1833. > > > > And that's why you needed to send an email to someone in Vancouver -- so > I > > could tell you that your family has been nicely researched by a > > neighbour > > of yours in Scotland...Flo lives about half an hour drive from you! > > > > Cheers, > > Louise > > _______________________________ > > Louise MacDougall, Vancouver, Canada > > Administrator, Rootsweb Tiree Mailing List > > > > On Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 8:36 AM, John Carmichael < > > carmichaelsceilidh@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > Hi Louise, > > > I hope this doesn't sound daft coming all the way to Vancouver for > > > this > > > info. > > > I live in Glasgow (the original!) and I'm having a go at researching > > > my > > > Tiree connection. > > > My Grandfather ...John Carmichael was born in Gortendonell in 1839 and > > his > > > family are listed as no 494 in your 1841 census. > > > I have the official extract from the 1841 census when he was 2. > > > His father was Duncan 35, mother Mary 30, and sister Mary 4. > > > Your 1851 census showed another 2 children Jean and Donald, he left > > before > > > the 1861 Census and married in Tarbert Loch Fyne where my father and 4 > > > other siblings were brought up (he worked on the Stonefield Castle > > estate) > > > I have been unable to go further back than 1840 ...what would you > advise > > > Any help would be appreciated before I join them all. > > > Cheers,. > > > John Carmichael. > > ------------------------------ Subject: Digest Footer To contact the SCT-ARL-TIREE list administrator, send an email to SCT-ARL-TIREE-admin@rootsweb.com. 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Hello Louise, I saw that yesterday evening before I fell into bed ... now I'm available to put my mind back into the subject. 1. The first point was that on p23 Argyll Estate Instructions (1792), Eric Cregeen states: "Gortendonuil (i.e. Barrapol and Kenovar) was now in tack to Archibald of Frackadale; Ruaig still in Duncan Campbell of Treshnish's hands." Both absent tacksmen at that point. In the 1789 Mull list I see in Treshnish: Archibald, tacksman (45), Duncan (13), Angus (12), Alexr (8) & Dugald (1), Mrs Campbell & her dau and in Freckadale (sp): John (54), Archibald (11), James (6), Duncan (12) --- strange order, Mrs Campbell & 5 daus +++ including a John Carmichael +++ ... so not sure what happened between 1789 & 1792 Next step is to go back to the original Tiree tacks ... of (Campbell of) Frackadale & (Campbell of) Treshnish, both noted by Cregeen as expiring 1796 ... perhaps initially let to the fathers of the tacksmen in Mull - 1789 ... ??? However in 1800, the Duke's Instructions state: p 51 "7. As I have set the farms of Barapole and Kenovar presently possessed by Archibald, Frackadale, to 16 small tenants, who are to enter at next Whitsunday, you must take measures for removing the one and introducing the others at that term, and as a great many additional houseswill be wanted for the accomodation of these new tenants ... ... My own opinion and wish is that these farms should be divided into 16 different possessions so every man may have his own separate farm to manage and improve in his own way ..." Anyway, I just wonder if at least some the families there in Gortendonuil (1792) are related to either the Frackadale or Treshnish Mull Campbell families. It would seem logical to stay tacksman on the Mull estate while at the same time providing for the extended family ... so good reason to be absent. I find the Campbell family there that I've been researching, particularly Alexr C, who went to Pictou, Whycocomagh, Argyle Bay and and who's death based on his will was in Little Narrows, Cape Breton. What has surprised me to this point was that I cannot see this family on Tiree in the 1779 list. The only Campbell family there that I noted in 1792 ... just my notes ..., unfortunately not exhaustive: John Campbell 64 Isabel Campbell 55 --- it appears that in this list like the 1776 & 1779 lists the maiden names were used --- so this is not likely to be the Campbell/McArthur family in Sandaig Alexander C 22 Donald C 16 Ann C 18 Mary C 7 Alexander is possibly the one who is referred to in the Argyll Estate Instructions a number of times. The reason I say this is that I have his marriage identified shortly after in 1795 with Christy Campbell in Caolas, Coll ... my own family were tacksmen there & then. John Campbell (engineer and superintendant) of St. Paul's Island, CB, NS certainly descends from this family (eldest son). A document I recently received from Canada was written by a person who claimed to be the 3rd cousin of his grandchildren. The person knew details of that family that I can confirm. The beginning of her doc refers to Malagawatch Campbells who came from Coll (via Tobermory) sailed on the Dunlop 1820 to Pictou ... Neil & James Campbell who married two MacLean sisters Christy & Mary respectively they settled at The Boom / Big Harbour Island / St Georges Bay / now West Bay ... on the sailing they were accompanied by widowed cousin Farquar and his bro John and two sisters Sarah & Katy, they went to PEI ... "All the Coll families took up side by side MacKenzies, MacLeans, MacDonalds and MacKinnons ... ". I'm now in contact with Campbell descendants of that line, and we are arranging Y-DNA testing via Kevin Campbell's CAMPBELL GROUP study ... We don't know if the doc is 100% accurate, but as I cannot find these families on Coll, I'm just wondering if some went to Coll from Tiree before finally leaving ... work in progress. On P65, footnote by Cregeen (Argyll Estate Instructions), he notes the extreme discontent and resistance of the tenants to the new organisation of the ex-Gortendonnel property. Factor McLaurin: "The tenants declared that they would emigrate to America rather than to give up their runrig system." This situation led to the 1803 petition by them to Argyll below. Moving back a step, ... The clincher for an Alexr Campbell in Gortendonel in 1802s relationship to that family is on P72 "... and though his brothers-in-law, tenants in Coll ..." (the then tenants in Coll referred to were well and truly proven with Y-DNA known to a common ancestor Donald Campbell circa 1740). Alexr C is noted as holding 8 mail lands, double the planned size, which might explain why there was 15 tenants listed in the 1803 petition rather than the planned 16... "Petition to Argyll of 1803 by 15 tenants: Alexander Campbell (signs as Alexr Campbell) Donald Campbell Murdoch Campbell Donald Campbell Jnr Angus Campbell Farquard Campbell Hector Campbell Angus Sinclair Malcolm Sinclair John MacInnish John Carmichael Donald MacInnish Donald Campbell Allan MacLean and Neil McDonald all tenants in your Grais Lands of Barrapole and Kenovair in the Island of Tyree." So ... quite a lot there. Don't hesitate to contact me for more details. Kind regards, Andrew ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 22:52:05 -0800 From: TireeGathering <tireegathering@gmail.com> To: Tiree Mailing List <sct-arl-tiree@rootsweb.com> Subject: Re: [SCT-ARL-TIREE ] Carmichael Tiree, Mull & Nether Lorn Message-ID: <CAHdt9nwsw5dbiNZxxfRxntmZnE5yjUyVGS34OAewgECkY7FrFA@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" Hi Andrew, It looks like you didn't quite finish your post. You were saying: "Another interesting point is that in the Argyll Estate Instructions, it is stated on page..." You have me curious what the interesting point was! By the way, I have a particular interest in knowing who various Tacksmen were on Tiree, Mull, and Coll and environs during various periods. Some years ago, Flo Straker and myself transcribed many of the oldest rent rolls and other documents circa 1600s (some of these are hosted on www.tireegenealogy.com). It was always a surprise to see who held which Tacks when. And a mystery who some of the far-awayTacksmen were. Strange locations attached to their names, so unrecognizable, especially in old handwriting, that we simply had to guess. Is there a source that you know of where Tacksmen for these Islands are recorded over the centuries? Probably not, but I thought it might be worth asking someone who knows more than I do about various land ownerships and tacks. Thanks, Louise _________________________________ Louise MacDougall, Vancouver, Canada Administrator, Rootsweb Tiree Mailing List On Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 1:19 PM, Andrew Campbell <akacampbell@outlook.com> wrote: > Hello John, > > There is most probably no link with the family you are researching, but as > it is part of a Tiree based family and, well, just in case, I will > communicate all this to the list. > > Further the Mull Carmichael connection noted appears to go much further > back > than this one, but here goes ... > > I have a "mystery" James Carmichael (b. 29 Oct 1876, Ardfenaig, > Kilfinichen > and Kilvickeon, d. 29 Feb 1912, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada - by > Scottish petition (Age 35 years), natural son of Agnes Carmichael and > Hector > Archibald Campbell. > > Noted: Provision for him in the will of his stated father, Hector > Archibald > Campbell (1885), then stating "To James Carmichael or Campbell presently > residing at Libertoon, near Edinbourg, my son, born by Agnes Carmichael > sometimes residing at Ardfenaig ...". latter is Mull, and interestingly, > where the factor John Campbell, referred to in recent exchanges, lived > earlier. > > Notice in The Scotsman, 11 Jan 1913, page 2 "... that JAMES CARMICHAEL or > CAMPBELL, natural son of the deceased Hector Archibald Campbell of Caolis, > in the Island of Coll, who left for Canada in the year 1899 (or 1898?), > and > was last heard of in Vancouver, British Columbia, in February 1905, must > be > presumed to have died on 29th February 1912, in which Petition the Lord > Ordinary has been pleased to pronounce the following ..." > > Itv seems that he can be identified here: Census, 1881. > Liberton Ed7 Page 8 > Lonie James 58 1823 head Liberton, Midlothian > Christina 42 1839 wife Breadalbane, Perthshire > Helen 24 1857 dau Liberton, Midlothian > John 12 1869 son Liberton, Midlothian > Christina 11 1870 dau Liberton, Midlothian > James 8 1873 son Liberton, Midlothian > Marion 6 1875 dau Liberton, Midlothian > Duncan 3 1878 son Liberton, Midlothian > Carmichael Jas 3 1878 grandson Mull > > The interesting points are that Hector Archibald C was born Tiree > (Balephetrish). He inherited from his father Colin Campbell, the two ends > of > Coll plus the estate called Auchnacloich in Nether Lorn (near Oban), near > Tarbert (on Loch Etive). This name is the Gaelic version of Stonefield. It > is in the same area as the old Stonefield Estate near Tarbert. I can go > into > detail on the name bit there as it is quite convoluted ... > > The combinations of Carmichael / Tiree / Mull / Stonefield strike as > similar > ..., so I couldn't resist ... > > This Carmichael family seems to have links with Perth and Liberton, > Edinburgh. It is documented that Hector Archibald C studied under a Mr. > Carmichael while he was at Edinburgh Academy .... > > This part is mostly for Gortendonnel Campbells: > > The other interesting thing is that, based on YDNA information I received > today, I suspect that some of the Campbells in Gortendonnel in 1782 are > indeed related to this Hector Archibald Campbell (via my own result tying > back to Hector's and my-own common ancestor Neil Campbell, tacksman in > Sunipol, Mull from circa 1800). > > Another interesting point is that in the Argyll Estate Instructions, it is > stated on page > > If you or anyone else wants to know more, please let me know. > > Kind regards, > > Andrew Campbell > > Message: 1 > Date: Thu, 16 Nov 2017 13:03:48 +0000 > From: John Carmichael <carmichaelsceilidh@gmail.com> > To: sct-arl-tiree@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: [SCT-ARL-TIREE ] Carmichael family on Tiree and Mull > Message-ID: > <CAL6W12PxOD1ey68TuNwcRMDWC838BxVX-DQrFLm0MCyvUAofFA@mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8" > > Hi Louise, > Many, many thanks for the quick reply and info. > A Mull connection for the Carmichaels ...this all my wife will need as her > parents were from Mull with a Tiree connection her fathers folk were > MacFadyens from Caolis. ...next thing we will be related !!. > If you don't mind I will contact Flo and forward your email to her for > info. > To think I was over in White Rock a few years in a row at functions and > did > not know about all this connection. > Thanks again, > Will keep in touch, > Cheers, > John. > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------- > On Thu, Nov 16, 2017 at 11:23 AM, TireeGathering <tireegathering@gmail.com > > > wrote: > > > Hi John Carmichael in Glasgow, > > > > No, not daft at all writing from Glasgow to Vancouver to find your > > Scottish > > ancestors. Or using the Tiree genealogy website which is administered > > and > > hosted by Keith Dash in Australia. That's just how a far-flung diaspora > > seems to work. Hahaha. > > > > And you are in luck! Because your entire Carmichael ancestry, back to > > about 1735 on Mull (before they moved over to Gortendonnel, Tiree around > > 1788), has already been researched and put online by Flo Straker. > > > > She is the most knowledgeable Tiree family historian on this List, and > > will > > be glad to hear about you. She has no info about your own line after > > your > > grandfather John Carmichael was born in 1839. So, you can swap stories. > > > > You can see Flo's tree by searching your ancestors on Ancestry.com, if > you > > have access to it. Often libraries offer Ancestry as a free service. > > Also, you can use Ancestry for free on your computer as a 2-week trial. > > > > Failing those alternatives, try getting a hold of Flo directly at the > > email > > address you can see for her in the previous conversation she had with > > Lesley. (Or send me a private message.) > > > > Meanwhile, you can find your great-grandparents marriage on Keith's > > website > > in the OPR for 1833: Duncan Carmichael and Mary Campbell married on > > Feb. > > 20, 1833. > > > > And that's why you needed to send an email to someone in Vancouver -- so > I > > could tell you that your family has been nicely researched by a > > neighbour > > of yours in Scotland...Flo lives about half an hour drive from you! > > > > Cheers, > > Louise > > _______________________________ > > Louise MacDougall, Vancouver, Canada > > Administrator, Rootsweb Tiree Mailing List > > > > On Wed, Nov 15, 2017 at 8:36 AM, John Carmichael < > > carmichaelsceilidh@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > Hi Louise, > > > I hope this doesn't sound daft coming all the way to Vancouver for > > > this > > > info. > > > I live in Glasgow (the original!) and I'm having a go at researching > > > my > > > Tiree connection. > > > My Grandfather ...John Carmichael was born in Gortendonell in 1839 and > > his > > > family are listed as no 494 in your 1841 census. > > > I have the official extract from the 1841 census when he was 2. > > > His father was Duncan 35, mother Mary 30, and sister Mary 4. > > > Your 1851 census showed another 2 children Jean and Donald, he left > > before > > > the 1861 Census and married in Tarbert Loch Fyne where my father and 4 > > > other siblings were brought up (he worked on the Stonefield Castle > > estate) > > > I have been unable to go further back than 1840 ...what would you > advise > > > Any help would be appreciated before I join them all. > > > Cheers,. > > > John Carmichael. > > ------------------------------ Subject: Digest Footer To contact the SCT-ARL-TIREE list administrator, send an email to SCT-ARL-TIREE-admin@rootsweb.com. 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Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 17, 2017 Friday There were 5 obituaries published today FRANCIS J. ANDREA - 88 YRS JACOB “JACK” NISSEN - JOSEPH “JOEY” HOGAN = EDWARD FRANK PHILLIPS - 82 YRS ALFRED STEWART “PIC” PICKERING - 82 YRS Francis J. Andrea Passed in: Oakland, California, United States Passed on: October 30th, 2017 With sadness we announce the passing of our brother, Francis J. Andrea, age 88, son of the late Michael J. and Jeannette Marie (Gauthier) Andrea. Francis passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 in Oakland, California, where he was a resident for approximately 62 years. He belonged to Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Oakland, where he served as a Lector. In his work life he was an agent for a financial securities company. Francis is survived by his brothers and sisters; Dave (Barb) Andrea, Porter’s Lake, Elias (Agnes) Andrea, Thunder Bay, Lauretta (Herm) Smith, Campbell’s River, BC, Bernie Andrea, Calgary, Tony Andrea, Dartmouth, Fr. Jake Andrea, Mill Creek, Eugene (Ann) Andrea, Sydney and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Cremation took place in Oakland and a memorial mass will be celebrated at a late date. JACOB 'JACK' NISSEN Passed in: SYDNEY Passed on: November 14th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we the family of Jacob Nissen, Sydney Forks announce his passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on November 14, 2017. He was the son of the Late Lauritz & Helene (Schmidt) Nissen. He is survived by his children, Marilyn (Paul) Young, Phyllis (Marty) Kowalczyk, Wayne (Joanne), Lorne and grandchildren, Melissa, Jacob (Sara), Alex (Jay), Emily (Jesse). He is also survived by nephew, Freeman Sawler; great-nephew, Derrick (Annette) Sawler and great-niece, Michelle (Bruce) Doyle. Besides his parents, Jacob was predeceased by his sister, Dorothea Sawler, and his wife, Lois (Slack); as well as his friend Rita Westhaver. As per Dad’s request there will be no visitation. Celebration of Life will be held at Chant’s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra Street, on Saturday November 18, 2017 at 11 a.m., with reception to follow and burial at a later date. No flowers by request. Messages and memorials may be sent to Jacob’s family by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of.... Joseph 'Joey' Hogan Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada It is with great sadness that we, the family of Joseph “Joey” Hogan, formerly of New Victoria, announce that he passed away suddenly at the Victoria Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Full obituary to follow. Edward Frank Phillips Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: November 15th, 2017 It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather on November 15, 2017 at the Halifax Infirmary surrounded by loved ones. Ed age 82 was born in 1935. Ed proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces, first with the artillery, then as a fire fighter, from 1958-1981, followed by a career with the Fire Commissioners Office of Canada until his retirement in 1995. Although retired, Ed never slowed down and could always be found busying himself in his yard, workshop or garage. One who loved to be busy, he was always lending a hand to his family, friends or anyone else who could use it. Ed and his wife of 61 years enjoyed traveling together, with trips throughout Canada, Alaska, Mexico and Jamaica. Ed’s top priority and his greatest pride was his family and he had an endless capacity for love, kindness and optimism. Although he leaves an un-fillable void, we will continue to live and love as he taught us. Undoubtedly, his company will be missed by all of his morning coffee friends. Predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Margaret Phillips; his brother, Gary Phillips; and infant daughter, Mary. Ed is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis; children, Janice (Gerald) Lecky, Lois (Paul) Thibodeau, David (Connie) Phillips and Debbie (Darren Czech) Phillips; siblings, Jean (Ed) Gillis and Robert (Eleanor) Phillips; grandchildren, Brianne, Justin (Sheralyn), Nicole, Ryan (Ashley), Sheena (Sean), Kayla (Deryk), Chelsea (Mike) and Reghan; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held at the Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Drive at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 18, 2017. Donations in memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society “Doe dee doe grandad” Alfred ‘Pic’ Stewart Pickering Passed on: November 12th, 2017 Alfred ‘Pic’ Stewart Pickering, age 82, of Kingston, Nova Scotia, passed away in his sleep early Sunday morning November 12, 2017 after a short battle with cancer. Pic was born August 13, 1935 to Alfred and Kay (McIntosh) Pickering in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. On June 24, 1961 he married Mary Doreen Richard of Sydney, Nova Scotia. Pic was employed as an electrician in the Canadian Armed Forces for 23 years. He enjoyed all types of athletics both as a participant and spectator. He especially loved baseball, hockey, and golf. Pic was a good cook and ‘fixer’ of everything. He built his own house and loved spending time with his family and friends. Pic was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all. Pic is survived by his beloved wife, Doreen of Kingston, NS; his two children, Richard of Boston, MA and Cathy of Halifax, NS; his sister, Judy MacKeigan of Glace Bay, NS; his brother, Carl (Moe) Pickering of Glace Bay, NS, and his three grandchildren, Sam, Colby and Max, as well as many other relatives and friends. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 24, 2017 at St. Monica’s Roman Catholic Church, 37 Connaught Ave., Middleton with Pic’s nephew, Father John MacPherson officiating. Burial will follow at St. Monica’s Catholic Cemetery in Middleton. A special thank you to long-time family friend Sharon Griffith of Kingston, NS for her continued, unending, loving care and support. Also, thank you to Dr. Amanda Smith, the visiting nurses, and all the Palliative Care team members who touched his life. With Pic's interest in improving the lives of children, memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Christian Children’s Fund of Canada at https://www.ccfcanada.ca/gift-catalogue <https://www.ccfcanada.ca/gift-catalogue>. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1-855-825-3449. Online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com <http://www.middletonfuneralhome.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 17, 2017 Friday There were 5 obituaries published today FRANCIS J. ANDREA - 88 YRS JACOB “JACK” NISSEN - JOSEPH “JOEY” HOGAN = EDWARD FRANK PHILLIPS - 82 YRS ALFRED STEWART “PIC” PICKERING - 82 YRS Francis J. Andrea Passed in: Oakland, California, United States Passed on: October 30th, 2017 With sadness we announce the passing of our brother, Francis J. Andrea, age 88, son of the late Michael J. and Jeannette Marie (Gauthier) Andrea. Francis passed away on Monday, October 30, 2017 in Oakland, California, where he was a resident for approximately 62 years. He belonged to Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Oakland, where he served as a Lector. In his work life he was an agent for a financial securities company. Francis is survived by his brothers and sisters; Dave (Barb) Andrea, Porter’s Lake, Elias (Agnes) Andrea, Thunder Bay, Lauretta (Herm) Smith, Campbell’s River, BC, Bernie Andrea, Calgary, JACOB 'JACK' NISSEN Passed in: SYDNEY Passed on: November 14th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we the family of Jacob Nissen, Sydney Forks announce his passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on November 14, 2017. He was the son of the Late Lauritz & Helene (Schmidt) Nissen. He is survived by his children, Marilyn (Paul) Young, Phyllis (Marty) Kowalczyk, Wayne (Joanne), Lorne and grandchildren, Melissa, Jacob (Sara), Alex (Jay), Emily (Jesse). He is also survived by nephew, Freeman Sawler; great-nephew, Derrick (Annette) Sawler and great-niece, Michelle (Bruce) Doyle. Besides his parents, Jacob was predeceased by his sister, Dorothea Sawler, and his wife, Lois (Slack); as well as his friend Rita Westhaver. As per Dad’s request there will be no visitation. Celebration of Life will be held at Chant’s Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra Street, on Saturday November 18, 2017 at 11 a.m., with reception to follow and burial at a later date. No flowers by request. Messages and memorials may be sent to Jacob’s family by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of.... Joseph 'Joey' Hogan Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada It is with great sadness that we, the family of Joseph “Joey” Hogan, formerly of New Victoria, announce that he passed away suddenly at the Victoria Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Full obituary to follow. Edward Frank Phillips Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed on: November 15th, 2017 It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather on November 15, 2017 at the Halifax Infirmary surrounded by loved ones. Ed age 82 was born in 1935. Ed proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces, first with the artillery, then as a fire fighter, from 1958-1981, followed by a career with the Fire Commissioners Office of Canada until his retirement in 1995. Although retired, Ed never slowed down and could always be found busying himself in his yard, workshop or garage. One who loved to be busy, he was always lending a hand to his family, friends or anyone else who could use it. Ed and his wife of 61 years enjoyed traveling together, with trips throughout Canada, Alaska, Mexico and Jamaica. Ed’s top priority and his greatest pride was his family and he had an endless capacity for love, kindness and optimism. Although he leaves an un-fillable void, we will continue to live and love as he taught us. Undoubtedly, his company will be missed by all of his morning coffee friends. Predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Margaret Phillips; his brother, Gary Phillips; and infant daughter, Mary. Ed is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis; children, Janice (Gerald) Lecky, Lois (Paul) Thibodeau, David (Connie) Phillips and Debbie (Darren Czech) Phillips; siblings, Jean (Ed) Gillis and Robert (Eleanor) Phillips; grandchildren, Brianne, Justin (Sheralyn), Nicole, Ryan (Ashley), Sheena (Sean), Kayla (Deryk), Chelsea (Mike) and Reghan; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held at the Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Drive at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 18, 2017. Donations in memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society “Doe dee doe grandad” Alfred ‘Pic’ Stewart Pickering Passed on: November 12th, 2017 Alfred ‘Pic’ Stewart Pickering, age 82, of Kingston, Nova Scotia, passed away in his sleep early Sunday morning November 12, 2017 after a short battle with cancer. Pic was born August 13, 1935 to Alfred and Kay (McIntosh) Pickering in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. On June 24, 1961 he married Mary Doreen Richard of Sydney, Nova Scotia. Pic was employed as an electrician in the Canadian Armed Forces for 23 years. He enjoyed all types of athletics both as a participant and spectator. He especially loved baseball, hockey, and golf. Pic was a good cook and ‘fixer’ of everything. He built his own house and loved spending time with his family and friends. Pic was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to all. Pic is survived by his beloved wife, Doreen of Kingston, NS; his two children, Richard of Boston, MA and Cathy of Halifax, NS; his sister, Judy MacKeigan of Glace Bay, NS; his brother, Carl (Moe) Pickering of Glace Bay, NS, and his three grandchildren, Sam, Colby and Max, as well as many other relatives and friends. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 24, 2017 at St. Monica’s Roman Catholic Church, 37 Connaught Ave., Middleton with Pic’s nephew, Father John MacPherson officiating. Burial will follow at St. Monica’s Catholic Cemetery in Middleton. A special thank you to long-time family friend Sharon Griffith of Kingston, NS for her continued, unending, loving care and support. Also, thank you to Dr. Amanda Smith, the visiting nurses, and all the Palliative Care team members who touched his life. With Pic's interest in improving the lives of children, memorial donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Christian Children’s Fund of Canada at https://www.ccfcanada.ca/gift-catalogue. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1-855-825-3449. Online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths November 16, 2017 Thursday There were 11 obituaries published today ZITA MARIA (MARSH) ARMISHAW - THOMAS JOSEPH “TOM” COSTIGAN - 83 YRS DAVID JOHNSTON - 90 YRS - FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENT SHIRLEY LEADBEATER - 79 YRS SISTER SARA CHRISTINE BEATON - 89 YRS NELSON SAMUEL DURDLE - 79 YRS RUTH ANNETTE GRIFFIN - 77 YRS JENNY BOND - 87 YRS DAVID ALAN MACRITCHIE - 55 YRS ETHEL MARIE ADELLA HOLLAND - 81 YRS ENID MARION JOHNSTONE - 94 YRS David MacRitchie MacRITCHIE, David Alan Pictou, Age 55. It is with great sadness that we share the sudden passing of David MacRitchie in Dartmouth on Sunday November 12, 2017. Born in Sydney, NS on December 20, 1961, he was the son of Patricia MacRitchie and the late Kenneth MacRitchie. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce at Mount Allison University in Sackville, NB in 1984 and then pursued his Master of Business Administration at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax through part time studies and completing in 1997. He began his career in the automotive industry at MacPhee Pontiac in Dartmouth in 1991. With the support of Al MacPhee, Dave bought and ran Northumberland Pontiac in New Glasgow for 10 years from 1998 to 2008, growing the business and maintaining an active role in the community. In 2009, Dave returned to Dartmouth to work as an automotive consultant and was instrumental in several car dealership mergers and acquisition. In 2011, Dave joined the Steele Automotive group as their Chief Operating Officer and later as the President. He was very proud of the growth and success of the group over the past seven years. Never one for the limelight, Dave led by example. He treated staff, suppliers, and customers always with respect and with competence and always guided by the principle to do the right thing. His work ethic and attention to detail set a high bar. In addition to his leadership role at Steele, Dave was the President of the Nova Scotia Automotive Dealers Association and heavily involved as a director in the Canadian Automotive Dealers Association. Outside of work, Dave could successfully put his hand to just about anything – plumbing, electrical, engines, landscaping, and weather forecasting. He rarely sat still for long, except perhaps to catch a game of the Green Bay Packers. He applied his skills to significant affect - from building a rocking horse for his new niece, to the construction of a cottage on a shoestring budget, to completely rebuilding a 40-foot steel-hulled sailboat that we purchased after it had, for all purposes, sunk. That same boat provided some of the best memories we spent as a family, sailing from Nova Scotia to the Bahamas and back in 2008-2009 – no small feat with a 9 and 12-year-old and a Labrador retriever. We had absolute faith in his abilities when we were at sea on our sailboat, a testament to the seafaring skills he had honed sailing in Atlantic Canada. (We also did have a memorable practice run as a couple (along with two dogs) in 1993-1994.) Dave loved the beautiful home we had nestled away in the woods on Pictou Harbour and could be found on most weekends plowing snow, mowing grass, trimming trees or puttering in the garage. Or advising (to mixed success) his two strong-willed daughters that he loved so much. Dave was someone who just got things done and done well. He was quick to share his efforts with others at work and in his family life. His counsel and his hard work will be forever missed. Surviving are his wife of 30 years, Cathy (Hill), his daughters, Annie and Kristen, his mother Patricia MacRitchie, his brother John (Ingrid van Leeuwen), niece Margaret. Also surviving are his aunts Ily Connell and Marilyn and Francis MacLeod and many cousins. He was predeceased by his father Kenneth, and his Aunts Mary and Violet “Tooty” MacRitchie. Funeral service will be held 12:30pm, Thursday in First Presbyterian Church, Pictou with Jacquie Ross officiating. Reception will follow the service in the deCoste Entertainment Center, Pictou. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of McLaren Funeral Home, Pictou. Ethel Marie Adelia Holland Born: August 11th, 1936 Passed on: November 13th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the news that our mother Ethel Marie Adelia Holland, 81 passed away on November 13, 2017. Born August 11, 1936 she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Annie Lewis. She is survived by her siblings, Donnie Lewis, Earle Lewis, Rena Carew, Sandy Lewis and Leo Lewis; children, Catherine Holland, Mary Holland, Tim Holland, Earle (Shannon) Holland and Angela (Mark) Crittenden. She had 12 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her stepmother, Eileen; sons, Paul and Bert; siblings, Arthur, Anna, Tom and Charlie. Mom spent the past year in the Cove Guest Home, where she was taken care of by their wonderful staff. They all seemed to appreciate her sauciness, which means she must have liked them too. She lived in the pier for 50 years previous to that and I think everyone knew her, as we often heard “You’re Ethel’s, aren’t you?” She spent many years playing darts at the legion and also sang with the legionnaires. She was happiest when she was out Irish Vale, in the home she lived in when she was younger, playing crib in the kitchen looking over the Bras d’Or. She will be remembered for her charismatic personality, sharp tongue and her ability to make people smile. She was a witty woman and always quick with a comeback. We would like to thank all of the wonderful care workers who helped take care of our mother over the past few years. It is you who made her life as comfortable as it was. We are forever grateful to you all. Visitation will be held 6-9 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2017 with a funeral service 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 18 both at T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Words of comfort may be sent to her family by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Enid Marion Johnstone It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Enid Marion Johnstone, announce her passing on November 12, 2017. Enid lived a long and active life, working at Wright’s Furniture until its closure and then at Oak Hall. She lived for 94 years at the family home, 31 Forbes Court before moving into Parkland. She enjoyed walking, swimming, skating, cross-country skiing, playing cards, travelling, the casino and spending time with family and friends at the bungalow in East Bay. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Robert (Marilyn) Johnston, Phylis (Walter) Lecher, Eric ‘Sandy’ Johnston, Linda (David) Williams, Jean (Blaine) Knott, Fred (Leo) Johnston; four grandnieces and seven grandnephews and 15 great-grandnieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Robert R. Johnston; mother Annie May Johnston (Barker); brothers Robert, Fredrick and Alexander. She was the last member of her immediate family. A celebration of Enid’s life will take place at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 17 at S.W. Chant and Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra Street, Sydney, Rev. Sheldon Chant to officiate. Donations in Enid’s memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. Funeral arrangements under the direction of…