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 February 16, 2016 Tuesday There were 11 obituaries published today Graham Murdock MacCuspic - 61 yrs Joseph Micheal Madore - 40 yrs George Jaques - 82 yrs Clayton “Bud” Guy - Lorraine “Gail” (McAuley) MacCormack - 73 yrs Joseph Bianchini - Annie Olson - 95 yrs Cecilia Genevieve Lahey - 87 yrs Catherine Evangeline “Vangie” O’Neill - Helen Marie Totten - 77 yrs Rose Marie (Marchesin) Head - Graham Murdock MacCuspic Passed on: February 13th, 2016 Graham Murdock MacCuspic, surrounded by love and in the company of his wife and three children, Graham passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, at the age of 61. Graham was a loving husband, father, brother and Grampie. He was the son of Murdo and Kay (Paterson) MacCuspic. His ambition for work took him to Western and Northern Canada but he returned home to his beloved Grand River to raise a family and follow his true passion as a lobster/crab fisherman. Graham was a kind, mild mannered man who was quick to lend a hand to those who needed it and he never shunned hard work. He was known for his big smile and hearty laugh. He had a great sense of humour and enjoyed hearing and telling a good joke. Graham was very proud of all his children and passed on to them many great qualities by the way he lived his life. He loved spending time with his granddaughters who were his pride and joy. In his earlier years Graham was a member of the Grand River Fire Department and the cemetery committee. He served on the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary and on the Richmond County School Board. Graham was also the president of the L'Archeveque Wharf Preservation Society for 15 years. Graham is survived by his wife, Margaret Ann (Gillan); sons Roddie (Chantelle) and Colin (Chelsea MacAulay) and daughter, Kate (Ashton Carter); granddaughters Brielle and Emmie; brothers Eldon (Dianne) and Maynard (Janine), many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents. A special thank you goes out to the ICU, PCU and staff of St Martha's Hospital. Our sincere thanks to the third floor staff for going above and beyond and making the best of a difficult situation over the past ten months. We will be forever grateful for the care and compassion shown by Dr. Jane Ann Howard. In the company of family and friends, there is always ‘lots of time’. Visitation will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 17 and 18, from 2-4 and 6-9 in Grand River Presbyterian Church. Service will take place on Friday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow in Grand River Fire Hall. Burial will be at a later date. Donations may be made to the Grand River Cemetery Committee, Grand River Seniors Club, and Grand River Volunteer Fire Department. www.greensfuneralhome.ca <http://www.greensfuneralhome.ca/> Michael Joseph Madore Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: February 14th, 2016 Michael Madore, age 40 passed away on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney with his family by his side. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Nolan 'Nolie' and Marion (Kelloway) Madore. Michael enjoyed fishing and playing baseball. He was an avid Leafs and Yankees fan. Michael loved having a cigarette and enjoying his Tim Hortons coffee. But mostly, he will be remembered for his great sense of humour and his ability to make people laugh and smile. Besides his parents, Michael is survived by six children, Grace, Kayla, Rebecca, Joshua, Connor, Dylan, two sisters, Denette, Colette, nieces, Megan, Paulina, nephew, Riley, a grandnephew, Nolan and his paternal grandmother, Babe Madore. There will be no visitation, cremation has taken place. A funeral service will be celebrated on Thursday at 2 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay with Deacon Lorne MacNeil presiding. In lieu of flowers, go out and make somebody laugh and smile, Michael would have appreciated this gesture. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. George Jaques Born In: Sydney Mines Born: July 19th, 1933 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: February 14th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, George Jaques, age 82, on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney Mines on July 19, 1933, he was the son of the late Thomas and Alice (Daniels) Jaques. George had been employed as a stevedore with Marine Atlantic in North Sydney, retiring in 1993 with over 42 years of service. George devoted his life to his wife, June, of 49 years and his six children. He dedicated his life to serving His Lord and Savior. He preached on television, radio, and at various churches. He also enjoyed writing his weekly newspaper article and passing out tracks. His life was truly fulfilled by spreading the word of the Lord. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. George is survived by his wife June (Canavan) Jaques; by his five children, Sylvia Jaques, Rebecca (Carey) Phillips, Lorraine (Teddy) Kavanaugh and Lloyd Jaques, all of North Sydney, Wilson (Heather) Jaques, Sydney Mines, George Wayne (Angela) Jaques, Georges River; by his 10 grandchildren, Kyle, Curtis, Dakoda, Carey Ann, Nicholas, Sarah, Cody, Olivia, Julia and one great-granddaughter Sierra; and a brother Tommy (Myrtle) Jaques of New Germany. He was predeceased by five brothers, Wilson, Joseph, Thomas, William, Ellis and a sister Margaret. We would like to thank the palliative care unit, the Northside Guest Home, and special thanks to Dr. John Kirkpatrick for his many years caring for our father. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at Northside Baptist Church, Sydney Mines, with Joe Bernon, Melvin Bonnell and Pastor Jason Homan officiating. Burial will take place in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Clayton 'Bud' Guy Born In: North Sydney Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: February 12th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Clayton 'Bud' Guy on Friday, Feb. 12, 2016 in the An Cala Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born in North Sydney, Bud was the son of the late Captain Clayton and Eileen (Cooke) Guy. Bud was a loving husband, father and proud grandfather. He was a member of St. Joseph Church in North Sydney and a Third Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Father William Kiely Council 5109. He was a sheet metal worker by trade and was employed in the construction industry for many years. Bud was a very talented 'Jack of all Trades' who was always available to lend a hand to anyone in need. Although construction was his livelihood, photography was his passion. It wasn’t uncommon to see him waiting for that ‘perfect shot’. Bud was a quiet and unassuming man who was known for his easy going nature and dry sense of humour. “Grampy Buddy” was very proud of his two beautiful granddaughters and cherished every moment spent with them. He enjoyed the simple things that life had to offer; spending time with family, watching hockey games at the Whalen house, reading and a good cup of tea. Dad especially treasured his time spent at the cabin in Middle River. To say Dad was an avid Leaf’s fan would be an understatement. Bud is survived by his spouse and the love of his life of 42 years, Maureen (Whalen); daughters, Kathleen (Dave) Williams, North Sydney, and Erinn (Jerry), Sydney; and by his precious granddaughters, Emily and Julia Williams. He is also survived by his brother, Calvin (Nancy), Windsor; sisters, Florence MacGregor, Santa Barbara, Calif., and Anita (Matthew) Doucette, St. Catharines; nieces Michelle Procter and Tracey O’Handley (Kenny); nephews Scott (Linda) Guy, Matt Doucette, Jr. (Debbie) and Corey O’Handley (Erin); great nieces Jessica, Rebecca and Victoria and great nephew, Clayton. Bud is also survived by his Whalen Family: mother-in-law Madonna; brothers-in-law Richard (Grace) and Shaun Whalen; sisters-in-law Vera (Keith) Ruttle, Ann and Denise Whalen; special nieces Brianna Murphy and Oliva Dahl and many extended family members. Bud will also be forever missed by the Power family with whom he shared a special lifelong bond; and his longtime friend, Bill Luffman. Besides his parents, Bud was predeceased by his brother, Gordon, father-in-law Kevin Whalen, and brothers-in-law John MacGregor and K.O. Whalen. Heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to everyone who took care of Buddy especially the nurses and physicians in the Renal Clinic, 4A and An Cala at the Cape Breton Reginal Hospital. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney with Rev. Patrick O’Neill and Rev. Joe Gillis Officiating. Burial will take place in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Renal Dialysis Clinic or the An Cala Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Lorraine 'Gail' (McAuley) MacCormack Born In: Québec, Canada Born: October 5th, 1942 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: February 13th, 2016 With sadness we announce the passing of Gail MacCormack, on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Gail was born in Chateauguay, Que., on Oct. 5, 1942 to Bob and Lucille (Doyle) McAuley. She received her high school diploma before moving on to Miss Brown’s Finishing School and received her college diploma. Gail worked for Air Canada where she met and fell in love with Bill the love of her life. They married in 1963 and were blessed with two children Brent and Kellie. Gail loved life and really enjoyed having a good belly laugh. She especially loved to play crib and “bish”. Her best moments were when she played against Rubin Skinner and Francis Chishlom at Branch 53 Legion. Gail’s second love was Cape Breton, while on a visit with Bill’s parents in 1961, she fell in love with everything Cape Breton had to offer. During that visit she met her life-long friend Thelma MacLellan. Back in Montreal she said that some day I am moving to Cape Breton. In 1967 Bill managed a transfer to Sydney Airport, they settled in Glace Bay and the rest is history. While visiting friends in Big Harbour, Gail made up her mind that this was the place to retire, so in 1989, they packed up and moved to Big Harbour and loved every minute of it. Gail enjoyed ice fishing and sometimes she even caught fish. Gail was employed with Marine Atlantic in North Sydney and retired in 2002. Bill and Gail moved back to Glace Bay in 2014. Gail enjoyed Irish music, watching her beloved Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Blue Jays. She also enjoyed watching curling. Gail is survived by her husband Bill, and her pride and joy Brent (Lilly Zhao), Toronto and Kellie (Wayne) MacKenzie, Calgary; grandchildren Allison, Michael, Abigail and Allister; brothers Ross, Brian, both of Montreal. She was predeceased by her parents Bob and Lucille, and her parents-in-law, Elmer and Sarah. A memorial service will take place in the summer of 2016. Memorials may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. 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>.