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 21, 2016 Monday There were 9 obituaries published today Harold Joseph “Joe” Waidson - 80 yrs Rita Frances Hareguy - James Aubrey “Mick” Boozan - 77 yrs Daniel “Danny” Gallant - 100 yrs Beverly Lynne (Knott) Foggoa - Margaret Anne (Peddle) Campbell - 82 yrs Bernard Keith Sharpe - 64 yrs Mary Ann (Doucet) Aucoin - 89 yrs Joseph Alan (Achum) Francis - 58 yrs Beverly Lynne (Knott) Foggoa Born In: Sydney Passed on: March 19th, 2016 We the family of the late Beverly Lynne (Knott) Foggoa, regret to announce her passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on March 19, 2016. Born in Sydney, Bev was the daughter of the late Wilson and Katherine Knott. Bev worked at Citizenship and Immigration for a number of years until her retirement. She was also a member of Holy Rosary parish, Westmount, and was a member of their CWL. Bev also loved to knit and created many beautiful things over the years. Bev is survived by her loving husband of 43 years Andrew Foggoa, brothers Barry (Joan), and Blaine (Jean), nieces Kate (Cory) and Shelley (Jason), nephews Justin (Jennifer), Jason (Holly) and Charles (Georgie). Bev is also survived by great nieces and nephews, Samantha, Luke, Lizzie, Oliver, Abigail, Jaslyn and Sadie. The family would like to thank the Nurses of 4C of the CBRH for their care and compassion. Family flowers only please, in lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Diabetes Association. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Bev will be held on Tuesday, March 22, 2016, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesdy, March 23, at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount, with Fr. Douglas Murphy officiating. Online condolences can be sent to swchant@gmail.com <mailto:swchant@gmail.com>. Margaret Anne (Peddle) Campbell Passed in: Sydney Passed on: March 18th, 2016 On March 18, 2016 Margaret Campbell, 82, formally of Park Street, Sydney, passed away surrounded by family at Seaview Manor. Margie will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 62 years, Duncan, children Colin (Deborah), Ian (Brenda), Duncan Jr., grandchildren Kyle, Caelin, Brett, Casi, Alys, Adam, Sarah, Bhreagh, great-grandchild Jaxon, siblings Bob (Lorraine), Carol (Dave), Alan (Judy), and many nieces and nephews. Marg was predeceased by her parents Wilfred Roy and Frances Mae (nee Soper), sisters Ruth (George), Joan (John), Eva (David), brothers Foster (Elsie), Fraser (Barbara) and grandchild Scott. Marg grew up in Whitney Pier and was an active member of Trinity United Church, Choir and Bethany/UCW earning her the nickname Roadrunner by family. She was extremely proud of her family and Peddle heritage, enjoyed her weekly Bridge Club and beating her husband at tarabish (the only time her sweetness didn't shine through). She retired as manager of Reitmans after 25 years service. A Celebration of Margaret's life will be held on Saturday, May 14, at 11a.m. in Sydney Memorial Chapel, 49 Welton St., Sydney followed by internment at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Special thanks to the staff of Seaview Manor for exceptional care as well as Bob, Lorraine and Alan. Memorial donations in memory of Margaret may be made to the Cape Breton Cancer Society. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or emailed to sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>. Bernard Keith Sharpe Born In: Glace Bay Born: May 27th, 1951 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: March 17th, 2016 It is with broken hearts that we, the family of Bernie, formerly of No. 11, announce his peaceful passing. Bernie passed away surrounded by his loving family at the Glace Bay Hospital after a courageous battle with COPD and lung cancer on Friday, March 17, 2016 at the age of 64. He fought to stay with us until the bitter end. Born in Glace Bay, on May 27, 1951, he was the youngest son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth (Poirier) Sharpe. Bernie was a former member of the Canadian Armed Forces and a coal miner in #26, Prince and Phalen colleries. He lost his dad and brother, Clifford, as a result of mining tragedies. In his younger and healthier years he was an avid dart and softball player, enjoyed bowling and golfing. He was a proud member of AA for over 30 years. Bernie could make friends easily and could talk to anyone and make them smile. Bernie will be sadly missed by his wife, the love of his life of 42 years, Helen (Melnick); his three children, Wayne (Theresa), Edmonton, Tammy, Bernadette (Freddy Talbot), Glace Bay; Poppy's precious grandchildren, whom he idolized, Tasha, Nicholas, Ethan, Kaitlyn and Mylee; his siblings, Jerry (Pat) Port Hawkesbury, Donna (Ken Cooke), Bedford, Frances Miller, Ottawa, Ray, Reserve Mines and David (Glenda), Glace Bay. Also, a very special niece, Laura Lee Sharpe; in-laws, Ester, Annie, Mary Agnes, Stella, Frankie, Norman, Billy and many loving nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was deceased by brothers, Wayne, Clifford and his oldest sister, Beatty McSween. A very special thank you to Dr. Gordon Spencer, Respiratory Therapy, Palliative Care, Glace Bay Hospital, 3rd Floor and other hospital staff that were involved in Bernie's care. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Bernie will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Curry's Glace Bay Funeral Home, 775 Main St. A celebration of life service will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2016 in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Interment will be held at St. Anthony's Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations on Bernie's memory may be made to Palliative Care or a charity of your choice. Online condolences to the Sharpe family are available through wwww.currysfuneralhome.com <http://wwww.currysfuneralhome.com/>. Mary Ann (Doucet) Aucoin Born In: Margaree Born: December 26th, 1926 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: March 18th, 2016 We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mary Ann Aucoin on March 18, 2016 at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital at the age of 89. Born in Belle Cote, Margaree on Dec. 26, 1926, Mary Ann was the daughter of the late Dominick and Elizabeth (LeBlanc) Doucet. She is survived by her son, Bobby Aucoin (Marjorie Hillier), New Waterford; daughter, Edna Aucoin (Jack Kelloway), Glace Bay; grandchildren, Robert Aucoin, Glace Bay; Denise (Brian) McLeod, Sydney; Kim (Jason) Hennessy, Sydney; Eric Aucoin (Michelle Parsons), New Glasgow; and their mother, Pauline; Lori Turnbull (Patrick Casey), Aylmer, Quebec; Jason Turnbull (Sara Frampton), Sudbury, Ontario; great-grandchildren, Ryan and Burke Aucoin, Dominic and Maria McLeod, Katelyn and Abbey Hennessy, Mercedes Casey; and several nieces and nephews. In her younger years, Mary Ann worked as a chambermaid and waitress in Cheticamp and at the lobster plant on Port Hood Island. She and her husband moved to New Waterford in 1951 when Arthur began working in the coal mines and she worked as a housekeeper for several families. She was well-known for her Acadian meat pies, fricot, waffles, and Sunday family turkey dinners. She loved bowling, fishing, and picking berries of all kinds (which she generously shared). She greatly enjoyed camping, Cape Breton fiddle music and attending outdoor summer concerts and festivals (especially Belle Cote Days). Mary Ann liked to sew and did many alterations for over 50 years, especially for her good neighbours in “14 Yard”. She liked to knit and made many mittens, socks, hats, slippers, and blankets for family and friends. Mary proudly participated in and supported the Terry Fox Foundation Walk for the past 31 years. “Marie” also enjoyed her weekly trips to the Casino, whether it be in her own little car, or in later years, on Bus #9. She formed her own little circle of friends each Tuesday! “Mrs. Aucoin” was always ready and willing to do a favour for a friend, neighbour, or stranger. She dedicated her life to doing good deeds for others (whether it be feeding the neighbourhood dogs, bringing in the green bins, or generously providing “drives” to friends and family). Many enjoyed her sharp wit and humour. She was a longtime member of the N.W. Pensioners Club and a former member of the N.W. Assumption Society (French Club). She was a true Christian woman and a loyal, faithful member of St. Leonard’s Parish (former Mount Carmel Church) and a long-time member of St. Leonard’s CWL. When predeceased by her husband, Arthur in 1987, widowed for almost 30 years, she maintained her honest, hard-working, strong, independent Acadian values. “Nanny Aucoin” (as she was affectionately known to her family and extended family) was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and had a heart full of love for her family, especially her six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren who loved her dearly. Besides her parents and husband, Mary was also predeceased by her brothers, Joseph, Arsene, and Philip. Visitation for Mary Ann will take place from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 22nd at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. The funeral mass celebrating her life will take place at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 23, at St. Leonard’s Church in New Waterford with Father Ray Huntley officiating. Reception will follow at the KOC Hall, Plummer Avenue. Burial will take place in Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Family flowers only, please. Anyone wishing to honour Mary Ann can make a donation in her memory to the Terry Fox Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. “Blessed are those who give without remembering and take without forgetting." Joseph Alan (Achum) Francis Born In: Caribou Maine Passed in: Sydney Passed on: March 16th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Joe Alan Francis at the age of 58. Joseph passed away peacefully on March 16, 2016 in the Palliative Care unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Caribou, Maine, he was the son of the late Stephen Peter and Annie Claire (Paul) Francis. Joseph was a man of many trades including basket making, auto repair and carpentry. He worked many years with 1st Nation Construction in Eskasoni as well as having his own business recycling bottles. Joseph enjoyed fishing everyday, spending time outdoors and playing horseshoes and darts. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, family and friends and participating in all community events such as the winter carnival parade, scavenger hunts and bed races. He is survived by his children Joseph 'Baby Joe' (Damaris), Stephen (Taylor), Johanna (Terrence), Charinda, Jonnigan; siblings, Caroline of Maine, Julie Christmas of Membertou, Josephine, Rodrick, Daniel, David and Alex (Mary), all of Eskasoni. Also surviving are grandchildren Malik, Maris, Laya, Faith, Tayson and Anjelikah; numerous godchildren, nieces and nephews and good friends Leon, Spencer, Gerard, Thomas, Bobby Jr. and Norman. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy (Simon), siblings Rose Marie, Norman, Catherine, Ryan, Marion Claire, Angus and Jonas and good friends Bob Sr. and Peter Johnson. Visitation for Mr. Francis will begin after 7 p.m. on Monday, March 21 at the home of his niece, Elena Cabot at 58 Mickeys Lane, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Martin MacDougall officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>.