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 May 18, 2016 Wednesday There were 8 obituaries published today Verna Elizabeth (Fisher) MacRae - 76 yrs Brandon Joseph MacMullin-MacNeil - 24 yrs Dorothy (Gillis) MacNeil - Lillian Mae (Parsons) Wadden - 94 yrs Margaret MacIntyre - 101 yrs Richard Arthur Hawkins - 86 yrs Lorraine M. Taylor - 85 yrs Lloyd Leslie - 83 yrs Verna Elizabeth (Fisher) MacRae Born In: Estmere NS Passed in: Baddeck Passed on: May 16th, 2016 Verna Elizabeth (Fisher) MacRae, passed away peacefully May 16, 2016, after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital. Born in Estmere, N.S. in 1939, she was the daughter of the late George & Vera (Oakley) Fisher. In 1956, she married her loving husband, Neil MacRae and they resided in St. Patrick’s Channel and raised seven children. She moved to Baddeck in 2003 and resided there until her passing. She is survived by her son, Charles (Cindy) MacRae, Baddeck; daughters, Doreen (Terry) Richardson, New Glasgow; Ruthie (Peter) Fleuren, Bible Hill; Joyce (Gerard) MacRae, Baddeck; Mary (Albert) Myers, Middle River; Beverly (Graham) MacKenzie, Baddeck; Sherri (Dave) MacRae, Middle River; sisters: Catherine (Norman) Beson, Blues Mills; Nellie MacKinnon, Blues Mills; Alice (Ronnie) MacLellan; St. Patrick’s Channel; Judith MacKinnon (Antigonish); Georgina MacLeod, Estmere; 19 grand children; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Vera (Oakley) Fisher; husband, Neil K. MacRae; nephew, Donald William MacRae and niece, Ronda Lee MacLellan-Hudson. A loving sister, aunt, mother and grandmother she will be warmly remembered and greatly missed for her dedication to her family. She had a great appreciation for all of her children and grandchildren. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy and gave her a twinkle in her eye whenever they were present. She had many friends and good bingo companions and they will also miss her presence. As per her wishes, there will be no visitation. The funeral will take place at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May19, 2016, at Farquharson Memorial Presbyterian Church, in Middle River, with Rev. Alison Etter presiding. Burial will be in Middle River Cemetery. Family flowers only by request, donations to be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Centre or to the charity of one’s choice. Special thank you to the wonderful staff of the Victoria County Memorial Hospital and all of her caregivers. You will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered Grammie! Brandon Joseph MacMullin-MacNeil Born In: Belleville, Ontario, Canada Born: February 22nd, 1992 Passed on: May 13th, 2016 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Brandon Joseph MacMullin-MacNeil on May 13, 2016 at the age of 24. Brandon was born in Belleville, Ont. on Feb 22, 1992 and raised in Marion Bridge, Cape Breton. He was the son of Corrie MacMullin and Jim MacNeil of Grand Mira North and cherished brother Kristian MacNeil. Brandon is survived by his grandparents, Sadie (Cibbs) MacMullin (late Jerry MacMullin), Francis ‘Tis’ MacNeil (late Harry MacNeil) and great-grandmother, Anna MacMullin. He was also survived by his aunts and uncles, Junior (Cherie) MacMullin, Connie MacMullin (Shawn), Margie MacMullin, Joe MacMullin (Sarah), Margie (Ken) MacDonald, Harold (Lisa) MacNeil. Brandon was adored and will be missed by his cousins, Patrick, Keysha, Liam, William, Cailey, Alicia, Emily and Faith. The McJannet family were also very special to Brandon, as was his best friend and “blood brother” Stephen Cipak. Brandon was a hands on kind of person from a very young age, tinkering with his Poppy in the yard or working in the McJannet’s garage, eventually developing into an accomplished welder. Affectionaly known as “B” to his close circle of friends, Brandon’s warm smile, gentle nature and kind heart will be missed by all. His family and friends were the most important part of his life and he loved the warmth, laughter and memories that family or social gathering would bring. “The gentle giant” amongst his friends, Brandon was often the life of the party and his smile and laugh would light up a room. He loved being around his friends, in the garage, hunting, fishing, swimming or just hanging around Marion Bridge. He was a young man who positively affected all he met, a beautiful soul who left us too early. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Thursday, May19, 2016 at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place 11 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2016 at Sacred Heart Church, Marion Bridge with Fr. Paul McGillvray officiating. “I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always. As long as I’m living, my baby you’ll be.” Funeral arrangements are under the direction of … Dorothy (Gillis) MacNeil Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Sydney Passed on: May 13th, 2016 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother Dorothy, surrounded by her loving family on May 13, 2016. Born in Glace Bay, she was the youngest child of the late John R. and Margaret (Butler) Gillis. She was predeceased by her husband, John F. MacNeil; sister, Elizabeth (Gillis) Morrison; brother-in-law, Vincent Morrison; and brother, John Gillis (Idella). She is survived by her daughters, Lois (Scott) Parker, Cathy, Jo-Ann Robertson, Phyllis, Theresa (Dan) McCarthy, Dorothy and Sheri; and six grandchildren, Mark, Matt, Landon, Terry, Donnie, and Robin; as well as her five great-grandchildren. Growing up in both Glace Bay and then Sydney, she loved playing basketball, skating and dancing (and we are told her dance card was always full). She graduated in 1949 from St. Martha’s School of Nursing, Antigonish, where she made many friends and had so many fond memories of her stay there. She started her career at the Steel Company’s private hospital and as well provided private nursing care to numerous families throughout the area. She then continued her career at St. Rita Hospital in pediatrics, from where she retired. Her warmth and kindness not only extended to all the children under her care but to all her fellow colleagues. Mom’s charm and wit were infectious and no one was impervious to her charisma or that twinkle in her eye. She was nurturing to a fault and she touched everyone who was lucky enough to have been in her presence (or kitchen) but by far her greatest gift to us was just being our mom. Mom and her son-in-law, Dan, shared a special bond, spending many evenings “watching” the hockey games, although there was a competition as to who napped the most during those times. He was a great tease but rarely could he get one over on her. Her presence and wonderful spirit will be missed by all and especially by her longtime friend, Sheila, who shared many evenings laughing and trading memories with her. Visitation will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Thursday, May 19, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2016, at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys, Sydney. Dorothy’s family will be forever grateful for the excellent care and compassion shown to her at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, and for the wonderful staff of the palliative care unit. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital palliative-care unit. Lillian Mae (Parsons) Wadden Born In: Birch Grove Born: October 27th, 1921 Passed on: May 15th, 2016 With broken heart the family of Lillian announces her passing on May 15, 2016, with loving family at her side. Born in Birch Grove, Oct. 27, 1921, she resided in Donkin with her husband Joe where she raised her family. Left to mourn are daughter, Willena Warner and granddaughters, Pam & family and Karen & family; and daughter, Linda Sparrow and grandson Sandy and family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by husband, Joe; son, David; sons-in-law, George Warner and Philip Sparrow. She was the last surviving member of her family. Cremation has taken place under the guidance of Patten Funeral Home and a graveside service will take place at a later date. “Our Mom taught us everything we know, but she never taught us how to live without her.” “Now you and Da are together again.” Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>.