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 04, 2016 Friday There were 10 obituaries published today Barbara Claire Morrison - 85 yrs Clarence Roy MacGillivary - 91 yrs Cecil Eric George Butler - Susie Jane Paul - 33 yrs Gerald Raymond Jenkins - 80 yrs Joseph “Smokey Joe” MacNeil - 85 yrs Norma (Buchanan) Beaton - 95 yrs Archibald John “A.J.” MacDonald - Frank Maxwell Green - 82 yrs Alexander James Calder - 70 yrs Barbara Claire Morrison North Sydney It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Claire Morrison, age 85, a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at the Northside General Hospital. A resident of the Northside Communi t y Guest Home, Barbara was formerly a resident of Tobin Ave., North Sydney. Born in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, on July 24, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Myrtle (Compton) Templeton. Following her mother’s early death, she was raised by her father, as well as her aunt Marion and uncle ‘Doc’ Lichtenwalner. Upon her father’s remarriage to Bermetta Fredericks, she was joined by half-siblings Mignonette, Margaret and Miller. Her nephews Greg and Bruce Gover were especially dear to her, as were her cousin Jean’s children, Cherif and Mona Zahir. A graduate of Wilkes College, Barbara worked as a decorator, bookshop assistant, and phone operator, as well as serving in the United States Navy for a time. She met Carl Morrison in 1964; they married and settled in North Sydney to raise two daughters. For many years, she was involved in Northside HeartBeats, a fitness group in the local area, eventually teaching yoga, meditation and tai chi, as well as traditional exercise. She loved reading and was a regular visitor to the North Sydney and Sydney Mines branches of the Cape Breton Regional Library. In particular she loved history, archaeology/Egyptology, and biography, although she also enjoyed a good mystery. She was a wonderful storyteller herself, and was always full of stories to entertain. She always was happy to provide a “listening ear” and sound advice. She was a pillar of strength for her family, handling challenges with grace and ease. She had a unique voice, loved to sing and had a boisterous laugh. She was an avid gardener and maintained a beautiful yard; the magnolia tree in particular was near and dear to her heart. She is survived by her two daughters, Jean Morrison, Shubenacadie, and Bermetta Morrison-Phillips (Walter Fougere), Halifax, and her three grandchildren, Haley, Chelsea and Cameron Fougere. She is also survived by a number of cousins, nieces and nephews, including Bruce Gover, Cherif Zahir and Mona Phillips. Special friends who became like family include Therese Pigeon, Paul Ettinger, and Lisa Hiscott, as well as “adopted” granddaughter, Alisha Leanne Hiscott. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Carl Morrison, brother, Miller Fredericks, and sisters, Mignonette and Margie, and nephew, Greg Gover. The family would like to thank the staff at the Northside Community Guest Home for the many acts of kindness and care shown to Barbara during the past two years. The family would also like to thank Charles Parsons, J.D. Ramsay, Donna Rappard, and Kathleen Bunin for their many kindnesses to Barbara. Visitation for Barbara will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday in W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at W. J. Dooley Funeral Home with Margorie Serafinus officiating. Memorial donations may be made to Friends of Cape Breton Homeless Animals. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Clarence Roy MacGillivary Passed on: February 28th, 2016 Clarence Roy MacGillivary, 91, died Feb. 28, 2016, surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his father, Stanford; his mother, Mary; brothers, Stan and Donnie; sisters, Jean and Marie in infancy, as well as a grandchild, Matthew. Clarence is survived by his loving wife, Marjorie; his sons, Roger (Alice), John (Linda); daughters, Marlene (Brad), Valerie (Barry), Charlene (Ron); sister, Ann, and brother, Bobby. He will be missed by his 12 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Clarence was an electrician and a teacher of that trade. But what he was best known for was that he was a minister of his God Jehovah. He loved telling people about his hope for the future. Whether he was speaking to people in the community about that hope or teaching his students, one thing is for certain. He loved people, in every way. He will be profoundly missed. There will be a memorial service Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 2 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 786 Alexandra St., Prime Brook. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of… Cecil Eric George Butler Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Sydney Passed on: March 2nd, 2016 It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Cecil Eric George Butler, Glace Bay, on March 2nd, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Cecil was born in Reserve Mines to the late Uriah and Margaret (Wiseman) Butler. Cecil was self-employed at Butler's Upholstery in Glace Bay, where he spent much of his time building in his workshop, a place many came to visit and share in good memories. Dad was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and over the years was an active supporter of the Salvation Army and donated many hand-crafted boats to different family members, friends and organizations. Cecil spent many years at Mira River Water Park camping with his wife June and their two grandchildren, along with his many close friends. Cecil is survived by his son, Kenneth (Kathy); sisters, Alma, Marjorie and Gertie; brother, Wilson (Georgina) and one granddaughter, Danielle (Scott) Maskell, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, June; grandson, Trevor; brother, Will; sister, Laura and Jimmy Wiseman. Visitation for the late Cecil Butler will take place Sunday, March 6th, 7-9 p.m., and Monday, March 7th, 10-11 a.m. at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay with funeral service following at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com <http://www.pattenfuneral.com/>. Susie Jane Paul Born In: Sydney160.74+20.00+*.15= Passed in: Sydney Passed on: March 2nd, 2016 Susie Jane Paul, 33 of Eskasoni, passed away Tuesday, March 2, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Sheila Googoo and Clarence Paul Sr. of Eskasoni. She was a member of Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. Jane was a caring, compassionate woman who had a great love for her children, family and extended family. She was a strong advocate for the newly formed Mi’kmaq Women’s Resource Center, where she volunteered her time and always greeted people with her beautiful smile. She is survived by her daugthers, Aleigha and Crisinda; son, Duran; sister, Megan Paul; brothers, Denny Googoo, Robert Googoo, Clarence Paul Jr., Blake Paul and Austin Herney; godchild, Emily Googoo, several aunts, uncles, friends, all of Eskasoni and her large family who loved her and cared for her. She will be greatly missed by special friends, Bernadette Marshall and Heidi Marshall. Jane was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Roddy and Matilda Googoo and paternal grandmother, Mary Chase. Visitation for Jane Paul will begin on Sunday, March 6 after 7 p.m. at the Gabriel Center, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Family Church with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery, Eskasoni. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Gerald Raymond Jenkins Passed in: Hinton, Alberta, Canada Passed on: February 27th, 2016 The families of Jerry Jenkins wish to announce his passing on Feb. 27, 2016 in Hinton, Alta., at the age of 80 years. Left to remember his legacy and treasure all he was, is his loving family; beloved wife of 55 years, Yvonne and their children, Cathy Flagler, Carol (Rob) Oksanen, Raymond (Debbie) Jenkins and Darrel (Patsy) Jenkins, all of Hinton, Alta. and son, Bill (Penny) Jenkins of Stony Plain, Alta. Jerry is survived by his treasured 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, as well as brothers, Doug (Ann) Jenkins and Freeman (Joan) Jenkins, both of Nova Scotia; sisters, Elaine (Ches) Caines, Donna Burke, Brenda (Tommy) Campbell, all of Nova Scotia and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many lifelong friends. Jerry was predeceased by his parents, Freeman and Hazel Jenkins; one son, Roy Jenkins; sister, Marie McCumber and sister, Barb Nicholson. A Celebration of Life for Jerry will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 3 p.m. at the Hinton United Church. In keeping with his wishes cremation has taken place. The family would like to thank Dr. Cote, nurse Yvette and the rest of the nursing staff for taking such good care of Jerry. Your kindness and compassion were very much appreciated. The family suggests that if desired, a donation can be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, 1502 College Plaza, 8215-112 St., Edmonton, Alta., T6G 2C8, in Gerald Jenkins’s memory. To leave a condolence online, please visit our website at www.mountainrose.ca <http://www.mountainrose.ca/>. Joseph 'Smokey Joe' MacNeil Born In: New Waterford Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: March 2nd, 2016 After an extended period of separation, he has finally been reunited with the love of his life. It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph 'Smokey Joe' MacNeil, 85, New Waterford, on March 2, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a short battle with cancer. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Michael Daniel 'Smokey Mick' and Annie (Sutherland) MacNeil. Smokey Joe was employed with Devco for 40 years and was also a member of the New Waterford Volunteer Fire Department for many years. His loving wife, Isabelle MacNeil, predeceased him in July 1998. He is survived by two daughters, Jo-Ann (Gus) Peckham, New Waterford, Nancy (Joe) Peinsznski, Dutch Brook; two sons, Bob (Colleen), Kingston, Ont., Anthony (Theresa), Scarborough, Ont.; four brothers, Michael, Lonnie, Joseph, all of New Waterford, Billy, Ont.; three sisters, Annie (Mrs. Ken Camp), Moncton, N.B., Mary, Langley, B.C., Ursula (Mrs. John Kellar), Ottawa, Ont.; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Besides his wife of 47 years, he was predeceased by three sons, Steve (2009), Michael (2001) and Raymond in infancy; one sister Catherine and one brother Raymond. Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 6-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Monday, March 7, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall, Convent Street, New Waterford. A special thank you to the doctors and nurses of 4D and Palliative Care unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, especially Ann Louise, for the care they gave Joe. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Hospice/ Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton or a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>.