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 March 05, 2016 Saturday There were 5 obituaries published today Karen (MacKillop) Simmons - Celebration of Life Victor Jones - 79 yrs Michael Joseph MacDonald - Carl Hubert MacDonald Hamm - Mary Margaret MacMillan - 86 yrs Karen (Mackillop) Simmons Passed on: February 25th, 2016 The service celebrating the life of the late Karen Simmons, who passed away Feb. 25, 2016, has been changed to Sunday, March 6th at 1 p.m. at the Glace Bay Fire Hall, Reserve Street. Victor Jones Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Sydney Passed on: March 4th, 2016 Victor Jones, age 79 of Glace Bay, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016 at the Cove Guest Home, Sydney. The funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date by the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Michael Joseph MacDonald Born In: New Victoria Passed on: March 2nd, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Michael MacDonald on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Victoria, he was the son of the late Angie MacDonald and Laurie (Burchell) MacDonald. Michael loved to be out on the water, lobster fishing and also enjoyed working with his hands and being outdoors. He is survived by his mother, Laurie; children, Michael (Jessica) and Morgan (Eric); sister, Kelly (Glenn); grandchildren, Cole, Kohen, Madison and Brooklynn; niece, Renee; nephew, Parker; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; as well as his companion, Winnie Gatza. Michael was predeceased by his grandparents, Wilson (Lorraine) Burchell; uncles, Ralph and George; grandparents, Angus (Elizabeth) MacDonald. There will be no visitation. A chapel service will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 in the funeral home chapel at 11 a.m. with Deacon Leo Penny officiating, followed by a luncheon at the K.O.C. Hall, Plummer Ave. All are welcome. Burial will be held in St. Josephs Cemetery. 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 condolences to the family go to; www.mclellanfuneralhome.com <http://www.mclellanfuneralhome.com/>. Carl H.M. Hamm Born In: North River, Canada Passed in: Sydney, Canada Passed on: February 26th, 2016 Beloved father, husband and friend Carl Hubert MacDonald Hamm passed away from complications due to Parkinsons on Feb. 26, 2016 at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born on the Murray Road in North River, Victoria Co. he was the steadfast, diligent and unswerving foundation of our family home here in Baddeck. An accountant by trade, Dad was hired to keep the books at Stone's Drug Store a few weeks after it's doors opened, holding the position until his retirement after 43 years of dedicated service. Donnell Beaton, former proprietor of Stone's ​​ and family friend shared some memories of dad: "Carl did so many things to improve the business of the Drug Store and he went upon this work with diligence and honesty and integrity as becoming an honest upright man. Never one to raise his voice he had a manner to his demeanor that instilled confidence in everyone who was witness to his comments. He was mild mannered, respected by all and I’m sure that he never had an enemy or confrontation with anyone. His music was another passion as I witnessed over the years conversations with many of his fiddling friends, people like Byron MacPhee, Joey Beaton, Winston Scotty Fitzgerald, Maynard MacKenzie, Bussy MacLeod, Charlie MacCuspic, and many more." Dad's true calling was music, and in that aspect of his life he excelled with the same diligence that he applied to his work and family. In the 50s and 60s he played halls and houses all over Cape Breton Island, by himself and with TheTuneweavers. A Charter Member of the Cape Breton Fiddler's Association in 1973, he played at the first Glendale Festival that year and continued to play with the association until he retired his fiddle due to Parkinsons whereupon he would sit with his music books and read music and play tunes in his head as he went. His encyclopedic memory of Scottish music and local history will be sorely missed. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lodge #35 Baddeck for over 55 years as well as past treasurer of the Cape Breton Gaelic Society. Son of the late George and Margaret Hamm (MacDonald), he was predeceased by wife, Jacqueline (Kerr) and brothers-in-law, Roy Kerr and Pat Ryan. Survived by loving son and daughter, Donald Hamm (Megan) and Elaine Fuller (Reg); sister, Donna Ryan and the grandchildren he loved and thought about so much, Isabelle Hamm and Bhreagh and Kylea Fuller. The family would like to thank the staff of the Victoria County Memorial Hospital as well as the staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for their dedicated service to both of our parents in their times of need. We are truly grateful for all the work that you do. Special thanks as well to the wonderful staff of the palliative care unit at the CB Regional Hospital in Sydney. Cremation has taken place. Ceilidh for both mom and dad, service and burial will be held at a later date. Mary Margaret MacMillan Born In: Sydney Born: June 3rd, 1929 Passed in: Barrie, Ontario, Canada Passed on: March 2nd, 2016 Mary Margaret MacMillan passed on March 2, 2016 in Barrie, Ontario. Mary was born in Sydney, N.S. on June 3, 1929 to Ronald and Margaret Dalton (nee Campbell.) She loved to knit, bowl and watch her grandchildren grow. Mary traveled throughout Canada and Europe with her loving husband, James, while he served in the RCAF. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League and was generous in her support of many charities. Mary is remembered for her love and kindness by her husband, James A.; her children, Joanne and James J. (Kim); grandchildren, Duncan and Delaney and her brother Cyril 'Buddy'. She was predeceased by her beloved sister, Nellie and brothers, Ron, Gerald, Bernie, Albert, and James. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, 65 Amelia St., Barrie, with luncheon to follow. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Barrie. Adams Funeral Home in care of arrangements.