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 25, 2016 Thursday There were 6 obituaries published today Viola MacKay - 64 yrs Terrance “Muffs” Murphy - Leonard Higgins - 72 yrs Sandra Roberta (MacKenzie) Fraser - 65 yrs Lawrence Edward “Larry” Redden - 61 yrs Stanley William Mader - Viola MacKay New Waterford It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Viola MacKay, 64, on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Cheticamp on Oct. 3, 1951, she is the oldest child of the late Jimmy and Mary (Murphy) MacPherson. In her early years, Viola was a hairdresser and after that she pursued a career in education. She was the director and a teacher at the New Waterford and District Pre-School for over three decades, touching the lives of many local children and adults. She was also an ECE instructor with I.H.S.E. Viola loved spending time with her family, bowling and enjoyed a good game of Rummy 500. Viola is survived by her husband Joseph MacKay, her two children Kimberly and Dennis Tobin, Kelly MacKay and the father of her children, Webb Woodland; grandchildren, Logan Sampson, Connor Sampson, Joshua Woodland, Ashley Boyette, Dakota Tobin, Melanie Tobin, and one great-granddaughter Jade Boyette; also left to mourn are siblings Jean MacDonald, Shirley Earle (Andrews), Charlene Golemic (Ross), Gibby MacPherson (Darlene), Bernadene Burton (Donald), Alice MacPherson and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will take place on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, at 10 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating, followed by a luncheon at the Army, Navy and Airforce, Smith Street. All are welcome. Burial will be held in St. Michaels 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/>. Terrance 'Muffs' Murphy Passed on: February 23rd, 2016 The family of Terrence 'Muffs' Murphy is mourning the loss, but celebrating the life, of a wonderful father, brother, son and friend. Terrence passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on Feb. 23, 2016 in Halifax, N.S. He will be greatly missed by his daughter Maeghan, brother Kevin Murphy, sisters Susan (Les) Mallard and Maureen Pickup, stepbrother Shane Goudie, stepsister Janie (Keith) MacKinnon, stepmother Judy Murphy, sister-in-law Glenda (Drew) Lowndes, brother-in-law Ralph Barry (Reet) McNeil, goddaughter Justine Pickup and many special nieces and nephews. The family is finding comfort knowing he has been reunited with many of his loved ones including his parents, Donnie and Geraldine (MacDonald) Murphy, and especially his wife and love of his life, Dale Anne (McNeil) Murphy, who passed away in 2007. To Terrence, his family and circle of friends were the centre of his world. From his childhood friends, to those he and Dale Anne shared together and all those in between, he was a man who made friends every day of his life. Those who knew Terrence, either as 'Terr', 'Terry' or affectionately as 'Muffs, would attest to his loyalty, his entertaining story telling ability, and his unwavering sense of humour. No one knows this more than his loving daughter, Maeghan. Terrence, Dale Anne and Maeghan may have been a small family, but they saw the beauty, love and laughter in everything – big and small. Maeghan will proudly carry these family values with her always. Terrence lived with chronic illnesses his entire life, but that did not define him. Still, the outstanding medical care he received both in Sydney and Halifax throughout his life did not go unnoticed. Our family will always be grateful for their support. All are welcome to join the family at his visitation and funeral. Details will be in announced in a later edition of the Cape Breton Post. Donations can be made in Terrence’s memory to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Leonard Higgins Born In: New Waterford Passed on: February 22nd, 2016 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Leonard Higgins, 72, of New Waterford on Feb. 22, 2016. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Bill and Matilda (Doucette) Higgins. Leonard was employed with Devco for 30 years. He enjoyed playing pool and darts with his friends from The New Waterford Pensioners' Club and spending time with family. He especially enjoyed trips to Tim Hortons with his little buddy, Chaos. Surviving are his children Leonard (Sam), Leon, Donnie (Laurie) and Sandra (Jimdan); brother, Raymond; mother to his children, Anna Dupe; grandchildren, Kaylem, Brandon, Madison, Emma, Donnie, Kylie, Dylan, Austin, Deion, Emily, Timmy; great-grandson, Hayden; two aunts, Lilly Wootton and Hughena Roach. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by one brother, Jack. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place, under the care and direction of Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. A funeral mass of celebration will take place on Wednesday, March 2, at Mount Carmel Church at 10 a.m. A luncheon will follow at the KOC. Sandra Roberta (MacKenzie) Fraser Passed in: Sydney Passed on: February 24th, 2016 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sandra Fraser of Lingan Road, formerly of George Street, Sydney, at the age of 65, on Feb. 24, 2016, following a two-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. Sandra passed away peacefully in the palliative-care unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with her three girls and her best friend, Raylene Broussard, by her side. Sandra was employed at Woolco/Walmart for 26 years, making many friends along the way, retiring due to illness. She was also a member of Branch 12 Legion in Sydney. Mom had a heart of gold and opened her home to many, she was known as the “band mom” to the Nova Scotia Highlanders. She will be sadly missed by daughters, Noelle Fraser (JJ MacDonald), Debi-Jean Fraser, Vanessa (Luke) Vaillancourt; grandchildren, George and Corey, and their father, Lloyd Decoste, Jack and Victoria Vaillancourt. She is also survived by brothers, Fraser (Helen) MacKenzie, Rodger (Arlene) MacKenzie; brothers-in-law, Dan (Arlene) Fraser, Eugene (Jeannie) Fraser; sisters-in-law, Marie (Wayne) Roach, Christina (Kevin) Campbell, Donna Fraser (late Bob Fraser); special aunt Virginia 'Sis' Walzak; best friend for 61 years, Raylene Broussard; many nieces, nephews, cousins and special neighbours. Besides her parents, Fraser and Sadie Mackenzie, she was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, George, and his parents, Dan and Eugenia (Meaney) Fraser. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the palliative-care unit of the CBRH. Visitation for Sandra will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, Feb. 27, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Bill Legge officiating. Lawrence 'Larry' Edward Redden Born In: Upper Stewiacke Passed in: Iona Passed on: February 20th, 2016 It is with great sadness we announce the death of Lawrence 'Larry' Edward Redden, age 61, who after a four year battle with ALS, passed peacefully on Feb. 20, 2016 at home in Iona with his loving wife of 44 years and primary caregiver, Catherine Murdena, by his side. Son of Mabel and the late Allan (1995) Redden of Iona, Larry was born in Upper Stewiacke and is survived by his children, Joelina, Rory (Karen) and Alix (Michael); granddaughters, Sarah and Kristen; sisters and brothers, Beverly (Jerry), Sheila (George), Donna (Jimmy), David (Lucina), Joey (Liz), Jimmy (Shelly), Malcolm (Dale) and Alana (Tom), as well as many nieces and nephews. Prior to his illness, he was a proud welder for over 40 years and had the good fortune to work all over the world. He was a member of Ironworkers Local 764 and a past member of Ironworkers Local 752. Larry was blessed with many talents and artistic abilities and was well respected for his work ethic and always took pride in a job well done. He loved being outdoors, especially in his own backyard. Known as an avid football fan, his family will keep rooting for his team, the New England Patriots. In accordance with Larry's wishes, his brain tissue has been donated to the Maritime Brain Tissue Bank for research in hopes of finding a cure for ALS. Cremation has taken place with no formal visitation or service by request. Everyone is invited to come share their memories of Larry at an Open House on Saturday, Feb. 27 from 2-5 p.m. at the family home at 4199 HWY 223 in Iona. Donations to the ALS Society of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, which was extremely supportive to Larry and his family, would be greatly appreciated and can be made at alsnbns.ca <http://alsnbns.ca/>. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck. Stanley William Mader Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: February 23rd, 2016 The family of Stanley William Mader regret to announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather on Tues. Feb. 23, 2016, at home. Born in Sydney, he was the eldest son of the late Stanley and Rose Mader. Stan is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie (Jessome); daughter, Karen (Dr. Paul Pluta), Port Hawkesberry, and their daughters Allison and Sara, and by his daughter, Donna (Dr. Brian Trites), Fredericton, and their daughters, Hannah, Emily, and Nicole. Stan is also survived by sisters, Helen, Toronto, Betty (Richard) Paruch, Sydney, and brother, Francis (Glenda), New Glasgow. Stan was predeceased by his brother, Danny Mader. Stan and Marge enjoyed a wonderful life together raising their family. Stan loved spending time with his granddaughters, whom he loved dearly, and fishing with his longtime pals on the waters of Cape Breton. You could always find Stan lending a hand to the neighbours on Mira Road, or enjoying a morning coffee with his friends. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, Feb. 26, 2016 at 11 a.m. in the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Bill Legge officiating. in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of...