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 April 20, 2016 Wednesday There were 9 obituaries published today Gerald “Squirrel” MacMullin - 68 yrs Carmelita “Queenie” McNeil - Gordon W. Carmichael - 91 yrs William “Fern” Ferneyhough - 68 yrs Pius MacGillivary - Bruce McDonald - 50 yrs Sarah “Sadie” MacNeil - Charles Gregory “Greg” Hicks - Blanche Freda Brewer - William “Fern” Ferneyhough Glace Bay It is with great sadness that we, the family of Bill Ferneyhough, announce his passing on April 10, 2016, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in 1946, Bill was the son of the late Sidney Ferneyhough and Elizabeth Ferneyhough-Ashe. Bill was a quiet, gentle man with a love for animals, books, music, cars and motorcycles. Before taking a stroke in 2005, Bill worked at Cameron’s Building Supplies. He so enjoyed working in the lumber yard. Tinkering in his garage with his Harley or truck or playing his guitar were his favourite pastimes. Being an accomplished guitarist, Bill had several guitars and loved music. He also had a fondness for NASCAR. Bill spent a short time in McGillivary’s Guest Home before going into Taigh Na Mara in Glace Bay. Bill is survived by sisters, Elaine ( Jack) MacQueen, Points West Bay, Doreen (Frank) Lanigan, Dartmouth, Corrine Shea, London, Ont.; brothers, Wayne (Judy), Dartmouth, Ross, Woodstock, Ont.; stepsisters, Carolyn (Sheldon) MacDonald, Glace Bay, Agnes (Darien) Ingraham, Salisbury, N.B; stepbrothers, Hughie Ashe, Mira, George (Violet) Ashe, Halifax; sister-in-law, Joyce Ferneyhough, Fredericton, N.B.; as well as several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Fred and Cecil. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Bill will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2016, from 12-2 p.m. with funeral service at 2 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Donations in Bill’s memory can be made to local SPCA, Two Rivers Wildlife Park or Taigh Na Mara. Pius MacGillivary Glace Bay It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Pius MacGillivary on Monday, April 18, 2016, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Charles and Catherine (Walsh) MacGillivary. Pius worked at several hospitals in the local area and retired at Taigh Na Mara. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Rosemary; siblings, Cecilia Bennett, Ralph and Jerry. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by siblings, Jimmy, Naish, Peter, Joey, Charlie, Danny, John, Sadie Donovan and Mae Graham. Visitation will be on Thursday, April 21, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Curry’s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Friday, April 22, at St Anne’s Church. The interment will be in the parish cemetery at a later date. For those who wish, donations may be made to palliative care. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com <http://www.currysfuneralhome.com/>. Bruce McDonald Born In: Montréal, Canada Passed in: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Passed on: April 14th, 2016 Bruce McDonald of Cambridge Ont., born April 1966, best friend and loving husband to Lynda (Arsenault), passed away peacefully of ALS at age 50 on April 14, 2016, at Wellington Hospice. Bruce will be missed by his sisters, Gail (Leonard) Barrington and Wendy (Cosimo) Biffi; as well as his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bruce and Carol Holland of Winnipeg. His nieces, Alison and Emma Biffi, and his nephews, Cory and Logan Barrington, will miss him dearly. Bruce was predeceased by his parents, Raymond (Lex) and Dorothy McDonald (Jury), and his brother, William. He will also be missed his many aunts, uncles and cousins, as well as many childhood friends, Chris and Heather Sampson, Laurel and Tara Sampson, Gerald and Nancy Locke, and Henry and Dorothy Williamson. Bruce was born in Montreal but his heart belonged to Cape Breton. Bruce had many passions including playing and listening to music, mountain biking, playing hockey, golfing, fishing, online gaming and his beloved Montreal Canadiens. Bruce also wore many hats including serving in the militia, heavy duty mechanic, and a brilliant CNC machinist. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in his beloved Cape Breton. As an expression of sympathy, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Sarah 'Sadie' MacNeil Passed on: April 17th, 2016 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Sarah 'Sadie' MacNeil on Sunday, April 17, 2016, with family and friends by her side. Sadie was a truly remarkable woman. She was a proud 14 year breast cancer survivor who loved life. She faced her illness with fierce courage and determination but truly believed that laughter and a positive attitude was her best medicine and never hesitated to share this wisdom with others. Everyone knew when Sadie was in the building as laughter could be heard in the hallways, offices and treatment areas. Sadie worked for the Horizon Achievement Centre for more than 20 years primarily at the Kiosk. She was a frequent volunteer at centre events and at one time coached Special Olympics floor hockey and baseball. She was an avid fastball player and a proud member of the Sydney ladies panthers. She also played at the eastern Canadian and Canadian national fastball championship where she was selected 1st base all star. The most important thing in Sadie's life was her family and friends. She loved walking on the beach, taking pictures, sketching and taking care of stray animals. Sadie was the daughter of the late John and Theresa (Farrell) MacNeil. She is survived by her best friend and partner of 29 years Carol Pendergast; brother, Neil; sisters, Mary McNeil, Kathleen (Dougie) MacLean, Joanne (George Howard), Theresa (Kenny MacKenzie) and Franklyn (Glenn) Wadden; nephews and nieces, John and Jason, Douglas, Krystal, Daniel, Nicole and Brittany. She is also survived by her extended family, Vera Pendergast, Mary (Mike) Keating, Rose (Donnie) Courage, Wayne (Joanne) Pendergast, Alan (Karie) Pendergast and the love of her life Angel and Zax. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Jimmy McNeil, close family friend, Desmond Pendergast; grandparents, John Joe and Sadie Farrell and Frank and Mary Ann MacNeil. There will be no visitation for Sadie. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 22 at 2 p.m. at St. Theresa's Church, Rev. D. Lamey officiating. A celebration of Life will follow the service at the Horizon Achievement Centre. Interment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation and gratitude to all the people who supported Sadie throughout this journey. Donations can be made to the Horizon Achievement Centre Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Charles Gregory 'Greg' Hicks Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: April 15th, 2016 It is with broken hearts and profound sadness that we the family of Charles Gregory 'Greg' Hicks announce his passing on April 15, 2016 at home, as per his wishes, surrounded by his loving family and cherished dog, Pepper. All who knew Greg, knew him as a kind, generous, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, who enjoyed spending time, and many laughs with his family and friends. Greg was the son of the late Tom and Annie (MacPherson) Hicks. Greg was the loving husband of 48 years to Frances (Frankie) Wall, beloved and adored father of Lisa Mombourquette (Jody MacIsaac), Greg (Erin) and Bradley (Heidi). He was also the very proud grandfather of Josh Mombourquette, Jarrett, Adam and Jordan Hicks and William and Kendra Hicks. Greg is also survived by his loving sisters, Margaret (Blake) Smale of Ottawa, Myrna (Leonard) Carr, Bedford and sister by choice (his cousin) Dena (Sam) Wareham. He will be dearly missed by nieces, nephews and extended family. Beside his parents Greg was predeceased by a brother, William in infancy. At the age of 10, Greg could be seen at the U.M.W. Hall where he learned the working, joys and sorrows of the Cape Breton coal miners. When not running errands for the executive he would listen intently to the current issues and spent the next several years grooming himself to be a coal miner, as well as an advocate for their concerns. He severed as president of local 4520 UMW helping his fellow miners in times of strife and sorrow. Greg also worked on the Workers Compensation Board in Halifax. Greg was well known in the sports circle starting from Little League, continuing on with intermediate ball to Senior A Softball. Greg coached and played for many teams. He was also an accomplished hockey player. Greg’s lifelong dedication and success in sports was recognized by his induction into the Cape Breton Sports Hall of Fame in June 2015 as coach of the Glace Bay Mark 10 Jr. Baseball team. During his retirement years Greg was a well known and loved Glace Bay taxi driver. He took great pride in seeing all of his passengers arrive safely at their destination. Many of these passengers soon became his friends. We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to the VON and palliative care team who were so instrumental in helping us keep Greg at home. Respecting Greg’s final wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay. There will be no visitation or funeral services. As in Greg’s own words “CASE CLOSED” Blanche Freda Brewer Born In: Sydney Mines Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 18th, 2016 We regret to announce the passing of Blanche Freda Brewer on Monday, April 18, 2016, at Richard C. Hines Manor, MacGillivray Guest Home, Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of the late Wesley and Elizabeth (Dupe) Brewer. Blanche worked as an office manager at McCurdy’s Department Store and Manson Drugs Ltd. She is survived by many nieces and nephews; special niece, Patricia Day; sister-in-law, Della Brewer. The last surviving member of her immediate family, Blanche was predeceased by her sisters, Lila Langley, Helen Chesney and Jean Townsend and brothers, William, Wesley and Earl. In honouring Blanche’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. A private family interment will be held at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army Sydney Community Church 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>