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 November 08, 2016 Tuesday There were 13 obituaries published today Elizabeth June “Betty” McCormick - 78 yrs Emma Gillis - 92 yrs Michael Theodore “Teddy” MacNeil - 71 yrs Joseph Clement Snow - 75 yrs Ruth Ann (MacKinnon) Corbett - Rita Elizabeth Boutilier - 95 yrs Mary Ferguson - 101 yrs John Melinic - 82 yrs Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Rudderham - 84 yrs Elizabeth McPherson - 66 yrs Frank M. Brophy - 56 yrs Michael Joseph Penny - 95 yrs Leonard Michael “Len” MacMullin - 68 yrs RITA BOUTILIER Born In: SYDNEY MINES, Nova Scotia Born: August 29th, 1921 Passed in: NORTH SYDNEY, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 6th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita Boutilier, 95, on Sunday, November 6, 2016, at the Northside Community Guest Home, where she was a resident. Born in Sydney Mines on August 29, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Minnie (Fraser) Gouthro. Rita will be sadly missed by her sons, Remi (Gloria) and Kevin (Glenda); her grandchildren, Gerry (June), Jennifer (Patrick), Shane, Lawrence and Kayla. Also left to mourn are her great-grandchildren, Cody, Lynden, Ivy and Emily; her brothers, Alfie and Stanley and her sister, Francis (Tilly). Rita will also be sadly missed by her extended family at the Northside Community Guest Home, where she was known as Nan. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Gerald and her son, David. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass celebrating her life will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or, with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rita’s memory may be made to the Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. MARY FERGUSON Born In: SYDNEY, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 3rd, 2016 Mary Ferguson of South Head passed away at the HarbourStone Enhanced Care on Thursday, Nov 3 at the age of 101. Born in Sydney, She was the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Kauffman. She was pre deceased by her loving husband, Clarance; her brothers, George, Wilfred, William and Donald and her special nephew, Art Spencer. She is survived by many nieces and nephews who love her dearly. Mary was a long time member of the Glace Bay Hospital Auxiliary, the Homeville Woman's institute and a long standing member of the Nova Scotia Rug Hooking Guild. Mary was an excellent homemaker and enjoyed family gatherings. She was a truly remarkable woman. We celebrate her life and the beautiful memories we shared. In accordance with Mary's wishes cremation has taken place. Arrangements entrusted to Patten Funeral Home 71 Union St. A private family interment will take place at Black Brook cemetery on Thursday, Nov 10 at 2 p.m. The family wishes to express their thanks to the caring staff of Harborstone Enhanced Care, (Fisherman's Cove) JOHN MELNICK Born: November 5th, 1934 Passed on: November 5th, 2016 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our father, John Melnick, age 82, of Dominion on Saturday, November 5th, 2016 at home with his children at his side. Born June 9th, 1934, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary (Stefura) Melnick. Dad married the love of his life, Christine, in 1963 and settled in Dominion where they raised their children. In his younger years, Dad and Mom would spend many fun times at their bungalow in Gabarus where they would go hunting and fishing together. They were a loving couple as Dad truly loved Mom and vice versa. His interests included hunting, fishing reading and watching westerns. We all have fond memories of Dad hunting and fishing. Whether he was smoking mackerel or hunting deer with his sons, he thoroughly enjoyed all of these times and many of these fond memories were created hunting and fishing with his son Billy in Gabarus. John retired after 35 years with the Dominion Coal Company (Devco); working in various coal mines, including No. 26, Lingan and Phalen collieries. Dad was a hard worker and he enjoyed the camaraderie of the miners and cherished the friendships he made while working there over the years. After his retirement, Dad’s love for salmon fishing flourished, he adored catching salmon in Grand River or on the Margaree River. He spent many fun filled years chasing salmon on the rivers as he was both a skilled fisherman and an avid fly tier. Fisherman from all over the world would ask for his flies. In his younger years, he fished the Margaree with his son Steve and was lucky enough to fish the Miramichi with him and his grand-nephew ,Shaun. Dad was both and avid reader of Louis L’Amour and a fan of John Wayne westerns. But he will be remembered mostly for being a loving and hard working husband and father. Although he spent many hours working, he always would find time to spend with his children. Lastly, Dad had a special relationship with his best friend and sister, Annie MacDonald and he will be missed deeply by her. John is survived by his children, Gary (Mildred) Bernasky, Bill (Rosanna) Melnick, Joanne (Gerard) Gouthro and Steve; sisters, Annie MacDonald (Dominion), Julie (Benny) Gaetan (New Waterford); brother, Billy Malnick (Oshawa); grandchildren, Cheryl, Tammy, Amber, Marea, Michael, Catherine and Amy and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Besides his parents, Dad was also predeceased by his loving wife, Christine; brothers, Steven and Walter; stepfather, Stan Lozowski; brother-in-law, Shunna MacDonald and nephew, Stevie MacDonald. Dad will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. There will be no visitation or funeral service. Memorial donations in Dad’s memory may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON), or the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County. A special thank you to the Continuing Care Program (Home Care Staff), the VON, the staff and doctors at the Palliative Care Unit and Unit 4B, both at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. We also want to express a sincere thank you to our many family and friends for the wonderful support system they have shown us throughout this difficult time. Online expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family by visiting www. vjmcgillivray.ca <http://vjmcgillivray.ca/>.