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 August 17, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today JOANNA RITA MEERY - SECICA MARY MESHER - FUNERAL MASS & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CURTIS F. CHISLETT - 55 YRS CLIFFORD FLOYD PAUL - 40 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE . There will be a Celebration of Life for Bob on Saturday, August 19, 2017 fro 1-4 pm. Family and friends are welcome to attend and share in the memories of Bob. The celebration will be held at 166 Oakfield Drive, Marion Bridge, approximately 2km down the Hillside Road. For further information call Sheldon at 902-578-3508

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 August 17, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today JOANNA RITA MEERY - SECICA MARY MESHER - FUNERAL MASS & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CURTIS F. CHISLETT - 55 YRS CLIFFORD FLOYD PAUL - 40 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE Clifford Floyd Paul It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the death of Clifford Floyd Paul, age 40 of Eskasoni. Clifford passed away Monday, August 14, 2017 in Halifax. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Sylvester Paul Sr. and Clara (Christmas) MacAulay. Clifford was a loving man who had a great love for his four beautiful children. He had many friends and always prayed for his family. He was a proud Mi’kmaq who enjoyed chanting native songs. Clifford is survived by his loving companion, Tracey Fahie; children, Zaire (15 years old), Raven (6 years old), Kario and Aliyah (both 2 years old); siblings, Urban (Tayla), Clayton (Heather), Sylvester Jr., Louis (Marilyn), Cliffton, Zachary, Trudy Googoo, Cynthia Paul and Edna Paul; godparents, Thomas Christmas and Deborah Isaac; uncles, Stephen Christmas, Terrence Paul, Clement Paul; aunt, Arlene Stevens, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Louis and Edna (Johnson) Paul; maternal grandparents, Michael and Elizabeth Christmas; aunt, Elizabeth Joe; uncles, Michael Christmas, Clifford Paul and George Paul, and cousins, Alyssa Isaac, Fabian Joe and Mary Elizabeth Christmas. Visitation for Mr. Paul will begin after 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 17 at the Gabriel Center, Eskasoni. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 19 at Holy Family Church with Fr. Martin MacDougall officiating. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths August 17, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today JOANNA RITA MEERY - SECICA MARY MESHER - FUNERAL MASS & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CURTIS F. CHISLETT - 55 YRS CLIFFORD FLOYD PAUL - 40 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE Curtis F. Chislett Passed on: August 13th, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Curtis Chislett on Sunday, August 13, 2017, at the age of 55. Born in North Sydney, he was the youngest son of the late Jack and Jean (Robinson) Chislett. Curtis worked as a welding inspector throughout the country and was a former member of Union Local 682. Curtis is survived by his wife and best friend, Brenda (Bond) Chislett, and their three children, John (Cindy), Kathryn (Steven) and Heather, as well as his three grandsons, John, Hayden and Curtis. Also survived by sisters, Janie Chislett; niece and nephews, Megan, David, Sean and their families, Linda Harbinson, and nephew, Norman and family (St. Catharines, ON). Curtis is also survived by his mother and father-in-law, Frank (Catherine) Bond; brothers-in-law, Greg, Ronnie, Michael, Ralph and their families, as well as other extended family members. He will be forever loved and remembered by all of us. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his grandson, Roland Steven; a sister Diane, and three brothers, Albert, Roland and John Chislett. Visitation for Curtis will be 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Marjorie Serafinus officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths August 17, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today JOANNA RITA MEERY - SECICA MARY MESHER - FUNERAL MASS & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CURTIS F. CHISLETT - 55 YRS CLIFFORD FLOYD PAUL - 40 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE Selica Mary Mesher Selica Mary Mesher, Catalone NS, passed away peacefully on December 16,2016 at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney , NS. Funeral Mass and celebration of her life will take place 11 a.m., Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Immaculate Conception Church, Main a Dieu, NS. Father, Evo Di Pierro, officiating, reception to follow in the church hall.

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 August 17, 2017 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today JOANNA RITA MEERY - SECICA MARY MESHER - FUNERAL MASS & CELEBRATION OF LIFE CURTIS F. CHISLETT - 55 YRS CLIFFORD FLOYD PAUL - 40 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE Joanna Rita MEERY Passed on: August 15th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the passing of Joanna Rita Meery on August 15, 2017 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Johanna (MacKeigan) McMullin. Joanna worked at the New Waterford Hospital for many years as a secretary and school ground supervisor. For the last number of years, her and John spent many winters in Florida and summers in Ben Eoin enjoying their later years. She loved spending time baking bread and cookies with her grand-children. Joanna is survived by her loving companion, Mr. John MacKay; sons, Darren (Lynn) and David; daughters, Arnell (Mike) and Alana; grandchildren, Michelle, Amanda, Matthew, Adam, Morgun, Kristen and Megan; great-grandchildren, Payton, Paisley, Chase, Lexa, Cohen and Alexander; many nieces and nephews; many friends from the Artist Association, as well as special life-long friends, Hickey, Russie and Carol. Besides her parents, she is predeceased by brothers, Edward, Daniel Jr., Lauchie, William, Paddy and Frank; sisters, Trudy, Tina and Agnes. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Friday, August 18, 2017. A chapel service will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Deacon Leo Penny officiating. Burial will be in St. Agnes Cemetery followed by a luncheon at the parish hall, Convent Street, all are welcome. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 902-862-7500. Donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. To send online condolences, go to: www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. We would like to thank the staff on the 2nd floor of the New Waterford Hospital and Dr. Lowry for all their care and compassion toward Mom.

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 August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS Larry Kaarto Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: November 17th, 1946 Passed in: Dundas, Ontario, Canada Passed on: August 12th, 2017 Kaarto, Larry Hubert; born 17 Nov 1946, died in Dundas ON Aug 12th, 2017. Larry was a devoted son to his late mother Elsie. He lived most of his life in Sydney and will be familiar to patrons of the Prince Street shopping mall and especially those who frequented the bowling alley there. A child of God, Larry was an innocent who trusted almost everyone he encountered and was always quick to offer his help in whatever he way he could. He spent his early years in Westmount where he learned his Latin responses to serve as an altar boy in Holy Rosary Church. In Westmount Larry formed a loving relationship with his favourite “Aunt Til” (Tillie Lewis), a relationship that lasted a lifetime. In Sydney in his later years he returned to living with his Mom where he was a happy and devoted son. Upon his mother’s passing Larry found it difficult to accept how his life was now changed. Larry wanted very much to stay in Cape Breton and was fortunate to live in the care of Walter and Bernice Burgess for over two years. Larry also enjoyed the support and kindness of close family friend Mary Jones. For the last three years Larry resided with his brother Jim Kaarto and wife Nancy in Dundas. Larry was comforted in his last hours by Jim and Nancy’s eldest daughter, Tina Catania, as the family took turns in their vigil. Cremation has taken place.

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 August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS Gabriel Joseph Ouellet It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gabriel Ouellet, age 82, loving father, grandfather and friend, on Friday, August 11, 2017, at the Northside General Hospital, surrounded by his family. Born in Ile Verte, Quebec, he was the son of the late Hormidas and Rose (Soucy) Ouellet. Gabriel was a merchant mariner for most of his life sailing around the world for several companies, retiring as chief engineer. He was a Scottish Rite Mason, an active Shriner in the Philae Temple and he was affiliated with the Royal Albert Masonic Lodge after moving to North Sydney. Gabriel is survived by his two children, Charles and Cynthia, and their mother, Ghislaine Roy; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by numerous brothers and sisters. A Masonic service will be held Thursday, August 17 at 6:45 p.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A public visitation will follow from 7 to 8 p.m. A private interment will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS Robert D. Shepherd Passed on: June 1st, 2017 There will be a Celebration of Life for Bob on Saturday August 19, 2017 from 1 - 4 pm. Family and friends are welcome to attend and share in the memories of Bob. The celebration will be held at 166 Oakfield Drive, Marion Bridge approximately 2 km down the Hillside Road. For further information call Sheldon at 902-578-3508.

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 August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS William (Bill) Black Passed on: August 14th, 2017 It is with sadness and regret that we wish to announce the death of William (Bill) George Arthur Black, 79, of North Sydney, Nova Scotia on August 14, 2017. Bill was born in Montreal and grew up in Bedford, NS. In his youth, he served in the Navy. His career path then led him to meteorology, where he was easily recognized as a local radio ‘personality,’ with his wry and witty sense of humour while doing the weather forecasts. Bill also became a well-known real estate broker and appraiser for 47 years. He also played an integral role in establishing the Cape Breton Real Estate Board. Bill also had a passion for travel and also loved to sail the Bras d’Or Lakes. He also had a soft spot for his family, whom he loved very much. Bill is survived by his wife, Rhonda (nee Jackson); two sons and a daughter (from his previous marriage to Barbara Black), Greg Black (Shirleen) of Queen’s County, NS, Heather Black (Ali Ateshi) of Stouffville, ON and Sean Black (Tammy MacDonald) of Sydney Mines, NS; as well as his step-son, Terry Clark (Trish) of Prime Brook, NS, and step-daughter, Tracey Clark (Clary Dove) of North Sydney. Bill has nine grandchildren, Justin, Madison, Ethan, Brody, Kylie, Nicole, Jakob, Zach and Lukas, as well as one great-grandchild, Amelia. He is also survived by his sister, Kathy Hines. He was predeceased by his father, George, and his Mother, Elizabeth. The family would like to thank the wonderful doctors, nurses and staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their care and attention, especially from the Emergency, Cardiac Care and Palliative Care units. The family will be holding a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke foundation or the charity of your choice. Online condolences are welcome through www.chantfuneralhome.ca <http://www.chantfuneralhome.ca/>. 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 August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS Robert Joseph Hall Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia Born: January 17th, 1966 Passed in: Dundas, Ontario, Canada Passed on: August 10th, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Robert Joseph Hall, age 51, on August 10, 2017 at his home in Dundas, Ontario. Born January 17, 1966 in Glace Bay to Bobby and Patsy Hall. Rob grew up on Neville St. in Dominion and always had a soft spot for his Neville Street family. His hobbies were fishing, boating, camping and Rob’s real passion was for baseball. Rob spent a lot of his time with his fur babies, Winnie and Daisy. His gentle heart, kind spirit, zest for life and crazy sense of humor was unmatched. Rob is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Shauna (Moore) Hall. Also left to mourn is his mother, Patsy Hall; father-in-law, Ralph Moore; sisters, Kim Gouthro (Donnie) and Jodi Parsons (Shane); brother, Keith Petite (Elsie); sister-in-law, Cheryl Cleroux; brothers-in-laws, Norman and Raymond Moore; nieces, Kendra (Justin), Jayde, Chantal (James), Breanna and Baylee; nephews, Kirklind, Breton, Andrew (Samantha), Anthony (Stephanie), Riley and Noah, and two grandnieces, Thea and Isabelle. Rob had many cousins, aunts and uncles whom he loved dearly, but a very special relationship with Stephen and Lesley Gibson. Rob was predeceased by his father, Bobby Hall; infant brother, Ricky; mother-in-law, Margie Moore; brother-in-law, Kenny Gouthro, and also his grandparents, Lloyd and Pearl Wilson, and Albert and Hazel Hall. Visitation will be held at T.J. Tracey Cremation and Burial Specialists, 370 Reserve St., Glace Bay, NS, 902-849-4199, on Thursday, August 17 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. with a celebration of life at The Dominion Community Hawks Club, 1 Beach Road, to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Dominion Community Hawks Club. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com <http://www.tjtracey.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 August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 6 obituaries published today MARY (ROGERS), PENNEY - 97 YRS ROBERT JOSEPH HALL - 51 YRS WILLIAM GEORGE ARTHUR “BILL” BLACK - 79 YRS ROBERT D. SHEPHERD - CELEBRATION OF LIFE GABRIEL JOSEPH OUELLET - 82 YRS LARRY HUBERT LAARTO - 70 YRS Mary Penney Passed on: August 14th, 2017 Mary Penney, age 97, died peacefully on Monday, August 14, 2017 at Harborview Hospital Rehab., Sydney Mines with her family by her side. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Tommy and Mary (McInnis) Rogers. Mary will be remembered as a very witty lady who loved to bake, cook, sew and knit. She especially enjoyed knitting bonnets for new born babies. In her early years she was employed at General Instruments, Sydney; she also enjoyed babysitting. Mary was a faithful and dedicated member of St. John’s Church. She loved her family and always wanted to be at all family functions. With the help of her daughter, Sandra, Mary was able to live independently in her own home until she entered the hospital in June. Mary is survived by her three daughters, Sandra Furey (Jimmy-deceased), Glace Bay, Sheila, Glace Bay and Audrey Neville (Gary), Ontario, and her son, Leo Penny (Viola), Lingan. Also surviving is Mary’s sister, Priscilla Wojick (Walter), Sydney; 12 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Mary was predeceased by her husband, Leo Penney; four brothers, Harold, Billy, Thomas and Angus, and four sisters, Dorothy, Bridgie, Carmella and Gerry. Visitation is Thursday, August 17 from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The Funeral Mass, officiated by Fr. Norman MacPhee is Friday at 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Church, Glace Bay followed by a reception in the church hall. Interment in St. John’s Cemetery. Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>.

Inverness Oran Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOM Inverness Oran Obits August 16, 2017 Wednesday There were 4 obituaries published today CAMERON, MARIE - 76 YRS HARRIS (POIRIER), MARIE HILDA - 66 YRS TIMMONS (HINKLEY), SUZANNE JOYCE - 62 YRS TREAT (STRASSBURGER), MARY LOU - 89 YRS CAMERON Marie Cameron, 76, passed away peacefully on August 9th , 2017, at Richmond Villa, St. Peters, after a 10-year battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. Marie left Glencoe Station in her late teens; she lived and worked in Toronto, Boston, San Francisco, and Detroit, and returned to Cape Breton to work in the offices of Sydney Steel and later Stora Forest Industries, Point Tupper, from where she retired after 25 years. She is survived by her brothers John Donald (Rose), Judique; Alex, Sydney; D.A., North Sydney; Cyril (Claire), Fall River; sister- in- law Angela Cameron, Ajax, ON; sister Jessie (Reggie) Daye, Craigmore; sons Ray Cameron, Hillsborough; Dana MacLean, Windsor; beloved grandchildren Alec MacLean, Truro; Jadea Mac Neil, Port Hawkesbury; nieces Kate Cameron, Toronto; Michelle Cameron, Halifax; Debbie Shadlock, Newmarket; Judy (Glen) MacNeil, Tecumseh, ON; Tara Beaton (Doug Hreceniuk), Kitchener, ON; nephews Cameron Beaton, St. John’s, NL; Lorne Beaton, Etobicoke, ON; Stuart (Pauline) Cameron, Toronto; Three grand nieces Riley, Breagh, and Madison. Marie was predeceased by brother John Allan and former husband (and forever friend) Fabian MacLean. Special thanks to the staff of Richmond Villa and Heritage House, Port Hood, for the excellent care given to Marie, you are all angels in disguise. Cremation has taken place, there will be no visitation. Funeral Mass was offered Monday August 14th, 2017 from Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church, Creignish with Rev. Hugh D. MacDonald presiding; burial to followed in the Parish Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Stella Maris Cemetery Fund or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Green’s Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Messages to the family may be conveyed at www.greensfuneralhome.ca. HARRIS Marie Hilda Harris, age 66, of Foyer Père Fiset Guest Home in Cheticamp, died August 6th, 2017, in the guest home. She was a daughter of the late John H. Poirier and Henriette Beatrice (Roach) Poirier. She is survived by husband, Sandy Harris; brothers, Clifford (Hilda) and Joseph Claude, both of Cheticamp; sisters, Jeannine (Winston) Marple of Margaree Harbour; Claudette Power of Cheticamp. She was predeceased by brothers, Wilfred, Paul Emile and Gélas; and sisters, Marie Adèle Poirier in infancy, and Marie Adèle Arsenault. The body was cremated. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday, August 10th, in l’Église Saint- Pierre, Cheticamp with Father Daniel Deveau officiating, followed by burial in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services. Condolences may be sent to: cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc.ca <mailto:cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc.ca>. TIMMONS Suzanne Joyce Timmons, age 62, of Cheticamp, passed away August 4th, 2017, in Sacred Heart Community Health Centre. Born in Cheticamp to the late Willard K. Hinkley and Jean Letitia (Phillips) Hinkley. Over the past few years Susie’s illness prevented her from many things that she enjoyed to do, such as travelling with her husband “Joe” and attending most movies (latest releases) at any theatre in Nova Scotia. Her sons and grandchildren were her pride and joy and she welcomed their many visits. She was very knowledgeable and enjoyed to share in any debate and usually came out on top. Her greatest joy was also to be “pampered” by her hairdresser and any other services that made her feel “special”. She will be greatly missed by her childhood sweetheart and husband of 41 years, Joseph Grant Timmons; sons, Brennan (Yannick), and Robert (Laura); brother, Stephen (Marilyn); grandchildren, Megan, Kaycee, Shaylie, Dawson, Caleb, Cole, Reese; four nieces and two nephews. Predeceased by brother, Leonard Hinkley. Cremation took place. Funeral service was held on Tuesday, August 8th, 2017 in St. Andrew’s United Church, Pleasant Bay with Rev. Anna Smith and Rev. Pierre Chiasson officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Sacred Heart Charitable Foundation or St. Andrew’s United Church, Pleasant Bay. Funeral arrangements were under the care of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. Condolences may be sent to: cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc.ca <mailto:cheticampfuneral@ns.aliantzinc.ca>. TREAT After a long and eventful life, Mary Lou Strassburger Treat, age 89, died peacefully at home in Putney, Vermont, in the U.S, on April 1st, 2017. An inveterate and adventuresome traveller, librarian, lifelong student, and citizen of the world, Mary Lou raised five children with her husband Bob while working, volunteering, and participating in the arts. Born August 1st, 1927, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Dorothy Dix Anglin and Julius Hersch Strassburger, Mary Lou attended schools in Steubenville, graduated from Connecticut College in 1949 with a B.A. in Economics and from Simmons College in 1974 with an M.L.S. After college, Mary Lou worked as assistant editor on the Engineering News Record with McGraw Hill Book Company in New York City for several years. In 1954 she married Robert Treat and in 1955 they moved to The Putney School in Vermont, where the educational philosophy of the founder, Carmelita Hinton, was to be an influence for the rest of their lives. While at Putney, Mary Lou enrolled in a photography class and practiced on her young and growing family. Photography was to be a lifelong passion and one for which she possessed a natural talent. Together, Bob and Mary Lou purchased land on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, in 1955 and built a house that became the center of her family’s summers. She forged long-term friendships within the local community, deepened her love for the natural world, and furthered her photography. She wrote, “During the summers on Cape Breton I photographed the last of the local people who were descendants of the original settlers in our area. It was a way of life that was not to survive much longer.” Mary Lou and Bob carried out their commitment to conservation and the environment by protecting the land and public access to it through the Nova Scotia Nature Trust so that the land could be enjoyed in perpetuity without development. Mary Lou worked for peace and human rights all her adult life. In 1964 she and Bob traveled to Alabama to participate in the Civil Rights March. In Mary Lou’s words, “Helping others and fighting racial inequality was always a big concern. A highlight of my life was being part of the march from Selma to Montgomery during the civil rights era.” After nine years at Putney, Bob and Mary Lou moved to the Barlow School in New York where Bob became headmaster and Mary Lou was librarian. There, she oversaw the design and construction of an award-winning library, a challenge she would undertake again as Head of Libraries at Northfield Mount Hermon School in Massachusetts with the construction of the new Dolben Library. Mary Lou served on the National Association of Independent Schools. She completed a seminar on Librarianship at the Bodleian Library at Oxford University, and was a consultant to libraries at the American School of Tangiers and the Schutz School in Alexandria, Egypt. In 1993 Mary Lou and Bob retired to their beloved Putney where Mary Lou stayed active in her local community. She served as a board member for many years at the Homeless Shelter and volunteered at the Women’s Crisis Center. Mary Lou worked with the Reparative Justice Center and for the adoption of Civil Unions and marriage equality in Vermont. She volunteered at the Putney Historical Society and served on the planning committee for the new Public Library which opened in 2005. Mary Lou is predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Robert Treat. She is survived by her sister, Marjorie Anne Lowe of Arizona and nieces and nephews; her children; Sharon Treat and partner, Robert Collins, of Maine; Roger Treat of Vermont; Carolyn Treat and husband Chip Flanagan of Maine; Rory Treat of California and Jessica Treat and grandson Kai Haaland of Massachusetts. Mary Lou is remembered for her devotion to her family, her generosity, compassion, her formidable will, and her adventurous spirit. A memorial service was held on June 3rd at the Unitarian Universalist Church in West Brattleboro, Vermont.

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 August 15, 2017 Tuesday There were 2 NEW obituaries published today CODY ALEXANDER BURKE - 20 YRS SALLY (FARRELL) SAMPSON - FUNERAL MASS RITA WEATHERBEE - 91 YRS - POSTED AUGUST 14TH, 2017 Sally (Farrell) Sampson Passed on: May 1st, 2017 A Mass for the late Sally (Farrell) Sampson, who passed away May 1, 2017, will be held at the St. Mary’s Parish, East Bay, on Thursday, August 17, at 11 a.m., Fr. Abbass celebrant. Donations in Sally’s memory can be made to the nearest food bank or charity of choice.

Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/ <http://www.cbgen.org/>>www.cbgen.org <http://www.cbgen.org/> NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths August 15, 2017 Tuesday There were 2 NEW obituaries published today CODY ALEXANDER BURKE - 20 YRS SALLY (FARRELL) SAMPSON - FUNERAL MASS RITA WEATHERBEE - 91 YRS - POSTED AUGUST 14TH, 2017 Cody Alexander Burke Born: November 17th, 1996 Passed on: August 11th, 2017 It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of our beloved, Cody Alexander Burke, who was taken much too soon on August 11, 2017. Cody was born on November 17, 1996 to his loving parents Joe and Sandra (Moran) Burke. Besides his parents, Cody leaves behind his big brother, Nicholas (Katherine and their puppy, Molly); his fur sister, Zoe, and the love of his life, Emily Demeyere, as well as their dog, Junior. Also left behind are Emily’s parents, Melissa and Greg. Cody leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many friends that span across Canada. Cody followed in the footsteps of his father and became a pipefitter. Most recently, Cody was employed at Suncor with his brothers and coworkers of Local 488. In his younger years, he excelled as an athlete. Cody was a Division I soccer and basketball player and was known for his hustle and team spirit. Cody was happiest spending all his time at the bungalow. His heart was in Gabarus and will remain there forever. Cody’s big smile would light up a room, his hugs were so comforting, and his positive outlook on life was contagious. Cody loved his family with all his heart and always looked forward to family gatherings. He was the life of any party and would put a smile on the face of anyone there. Cody lived life free spiritedly and to the fullest; he did it his own way and how he felt right. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Eddie and Margaret Moran, and paternal grandparents, Irma and Joe Burke. Cody was also predeceased by aunt, Margie MacSween and uncle, Alex Moran. There will be no visitation. A Funeral Mass of celebration will take place on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Father Ray Huntley officiating. A luncheon will follow at St. Leonard’s Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. Donations in his memory may be made to the SPCA. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Only the good die young.

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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Mary Euphemia ‘Feamy’ Crane Born In: Sydney Born: December 6th, 1929 Passed on: August 13th, 2017 Con’t - Since the death of her mother in 1984, Feamy was the matriarch of her family whom loved her dearly and will miss her profoundly. She enjoyed spending time with family, going for road trips, fishing, and playing bingo. The family will receive friends at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15 and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 17 at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier, with Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. A reception will follow the service in the church hall. Burial will be in St. Alphonse Cemetery, Low Point. For those who wish, donations can be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online Condolences may be made to her family by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. A beautiful life that came to an end, she died as she lived, everyone’s friend. In our hearts, a memory will always be kept, of one we loved, and will never forget.

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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Mary Euphemia ‘Feamy’ Crane Born In: Sydney Born: December 6th, 1929 Passed on: August 13th, 2017 Con’t - Since the death of her mother in 1984, Feamy was the matriarch of her family whom loved her dearly and will miss her profoundly. She enjoyed spending time with family, going for road trips, fishing, and playing bingo. The family will receive friends at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15 and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, August 16. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 17 at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier, with Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. A reception will follow the service in the church hall. Burial will be in St. Alphonse Cemetery, Low Point. For those who wish, donations can be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Online Condolences may be made to her family by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. A beautiful life that came to an end, she died as she lived, everyone’s friend. In our hearts, a memory will always be kept, of one we loved, and will never forget.

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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Mary Euphemia ‘Feamy’ Crane Born In: Sydney Born: December 6th, 1929 Passed on: August 13th, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Mary Euphemia (Feamy) Crane (nee Campbell), 87, of Whitney Pier. She passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017 in the company of family at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born December 6, 1929 in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Malcolm and Annie (MacNeil) Campbell. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, James and Agnes Horvath and John and Patricia Horvath; her grandchildren, Carmella Dalton (Gary), James (Kim Hooper), Phemie (David Pelley) and Brad (Patrick); great-grandchildren, Tori and James Horvath, Madison Pelley, Alex Ledue and Dana, and her brothers and sisters, Mary Broley, Lennie, Carmella (John) Moore, Billy (Sharon), Eddy (Pauline), Carol MacKinnon (Kelly MacDonald), Wayne (Shirley) and Jimmy (Sandra). She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, including, Keith (Suzie), Karen (Darren), Kassey, Anthony, Leeah and Alexander whom, like her grandchildren, affectionately called her Mommom. She was predeceased by her first husband, Jimmy Horvath, and second husband, Robert (Barney) Crane; companion, Frank Porga; brothers, Mac and Johnny, and also brother, Leo Francis and sister, Jeanette Karen, in infancy; brothers-in-law, Frank MacIntosh, Steve Broley and Douglas MacKinnon, and sisters-in-law, Rosie and Isabelle.

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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Joyce Marie (Durdle) Crane Passed on: August 10th, 2017 Con’t - She will be sadly missed by them all as well as her furry companion, Brandi. Besides her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her loving husband of 50 years, John ‘Jack’; mother and father-in-law, Marion and Joseph Crane; sister, Jean in infancy; brother, Wally, and sisters-in-law, Audrey Durdle and Beth Durdle. Special thanks to Dr. Carol Critchley, Dr. Anne Frances D'Intino, her three “special” private nurses Judy Greene, Judy Durdle, and Sheila Mercer, and all that assisted in the care she received at the An Cala Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. There will be no visitation. Funeral Service will take place at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at United Protestant Church in Sydney River with Rev. Dana Feltmate officiating. Following the service, all are invited to join the family for a reception to celebrate Joyce's life. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joyce's memory can be made to the An Cala Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or to the United Protestant Church in Sydney River. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.sydneymemorialchapel.com <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.com/> or 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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Joyce Marie (Durdle) Crane Passed on: August 10th, 2017 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce Marie Crane on Thursday, August 10, 2017, surrounded by her loving family, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, An Cala Unit. Joyce was born in New Waterford and was the daughter of the late Everett Durdle Sr. and Patricia (Samuel) Durdle. Joyce's career as a Registered Nurse was perfectly suited for her caring and compassionate ways and, after retirement, this carried forward in the constant care she provided for her family and circle of friends. Joyce volunteered in earlier years at the men's homeless shelter and Jeux Canada Games. She was an active fundraiser for Parkinsons research and was passionate about her nursing alumni organization. Joyce had a full life. She was most in her element when with family and friends. She was a social butterfly and friend to all she met. She was an avid bowler, a beautiful skater, loved to cross country ski, skidoo, curl and camp. Joyce was well known for her ability to make others feel genuinely cared about and would always take the time to listen. Joyce is survived by her daughters, Sherri (Andrew) Beresford and Tanya Crane, both of Coxheath; sisters, Jean (Bud) Hoffmann, Mass., Judy (Bob) Greene, Antigonish and Brenda (Steve) Pastuck, River Ryan; brothers, Nelson, Medicine Hat, Everett Jr. (Alice), New Waterford, Donnie (Sheila), River Ryan, Fred (Judy), Florida and Billy (Judy), New Waterford, and sister-in-law, Sheila Mercer, Sydney. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and dear friends, Betty, Donna, and Jean. Joyce was endearingly known as “Nana Joyce” to many of her nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

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 August 14, 2017 Monday There were 8 obituaries published today MARY EUPHEMIA “FEAMY” (CAMPBELL) CRANE - 87 YRS JOYCE MARIE (DURDLE) CRANE - JULIA PATRICIA (NEVILLE) MACDONALD - MARY BISSON - 91 YRS BERNICE M. KING - 76 YRS ROBERT WILLIAM “BOB” CASEY JR. - 72 YRS RITA WEATHERBEE - MYRNA (MCGILLIVRAY) GROUT - 76 YRS Myrna (McGillivray) Grout Passed on: December 24th, 2016 Myrna (McGillivray) Grout, age 76, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2016 at Peace Hospice in Bellingham, Washington State, USA with her brother, Basil Sr. and sister, Marilyn by her side. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Vincent James ‘V.J.’ and Margaret ‘Peggy’ (Munro) McGillivray. Myrna held various occupations throughout her life time. She was employed with CJCB Television in Sydney, she then moved to Halifax where she was employed with a law firm and finally she worked as a career agent in the administrative area of insurance marketing and was a member of the Windsor Life Underwriters Association, Ontario. Myrna was a very spiritual lady and was well loved by her many friends. She is survived by her brother, Basil Sr. McGillivray (Lorraine), New Waterford; her sister, Marilyn, California; nieces, Marilyn (Dave), Glace Bay and Connie (Wayne), Debert, NS; four nephews, Kenny, Glace Bay, Hans (Erika), California, Basil Robert (Tracy), River Ryan and Vincent (Jannette), Hailfax; grand nephews; nieces, and her sister-in-law, Sandra Jeanne (Vince -Deceased), Glace Bay. Besides her parents, Myrna was predeceased by her husband, Al Grout, and three brothers, Vince, Kenny and James Duncan McGillivray. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass celebrated by Fr. Norman MacPhee will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay followed by a reception in the church foyer. Interment will be held in the parish cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for Myrna, memorial donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay.