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 09, 2016 Wednesday There were 13 obituaries published today John Melnick - 82 yrs Michael Theodore “Teddy” MacNeil - 71 yrs Elizabeth June “Betty” McCormick - 70 yrs Ruth Ann (MacKinnon) Corbett - Leonard Michael MacMullin - 68 yrs Elizabeth Anne “Betty” Rudderham - Harriet Alexandra Andrews - 75 yrs Clifford John MacKinnon - John Reid Sheaves - 80 yrs Harold “Harry” MacDonald - 83 yrs Marie Bisson - 83 yrs George Henry Carmichael - Donald Howard Fraser - 71 yrs 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/>. Michael Theodore 'Teddy' MacNeil We regret to announce the passing of Michael Theodore (Teddy) MacNeil, 71, on Friday, November 4, 2016, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bay St. Lawrence on October 1, 1945, he was the son of the late John James (Johnny) and Jane (Janie) MacNeil. Teddy was a pipefitter at Union Local 682 for many years of his life. He also worked for the Dept. of Public Works for many years. He will always be remembered for his love of fiddle music, his easy going personality, and his willingness to help others at any given time. He also loved playing cards, socializing, and had a passion for sports, especially the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs. “I will always remember how many nights I spent at the trailer watching hockey, playing cards, and spending quality time together. He was a second father to me for sure, and I’m glad I got to spend the last five days of his life with him.” Grandson, Samuel MacNeil. Teddy is survived by his children, Tracy Fraser, Johnny MacNeil, Troy MacNeil and Francis MacNeil; 5 grandsons and his only granddaughter, Ava Marie MacNeil, who held a special place in his heart up until his last breath. He is also survived by brothers, Wendell MacNeil (Winkie), Francis Leo MacNeil (Fanny), John Thomas MacNeil (J.T. BlackJack), Murdoch Cleitus MacNeil (Keiths), and 10 nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Mary Effie Gilliland and brothers, James Angus MacNeil (Jim) and Paul Bernard MacNeil (Bernie).His family will receive visitors on Thursday, November 10th, 2016 from 1-8 p.m. at 311 South Ridge Rd., South Harbour, N.S. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/> Elizabeth June “Betty” McCormick Whitney Pier It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Betty McCormick, 70, on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, Betty was the daughter of the late Vincent and Margaret Martha (Peters) Brophy. Betty was a devoted catholic and member of Holy Redeemer parish. In her earlier years, Betty worked for the Kmart Canada leaving after 15 years of service to take care of her ailing father, Vince. She was a loving and caring lady and will always be remembered for being everyone’s mother. To Betty family was always the most important thing in life and she would never see another person go without. Betty is survived by her loving son, Colin and precious daughter in-law, Tracy Sampson. She is also survived sisters, Patsy (Walter), High River, Alberta and Jeanie, Maine, USA; brothers, Tommy (Janet), West Haven, Connecticut, Terry, Sydney Mines, Donnie, Sydney, Bobby (Mable), Courtney, BC, and Vince, New Hampshire; many nieces, nephews and “Nanny’s Baby”, Sampson. Besides her parents, Betty is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Sylvester McCormick; sister, Judy; brother, Frank and nephews, Frank M and Tommy Jr. As per Betty’s wishes there will be no visitation for cremation has taken place. Memorial service for the late Betty McCormick will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel on Wed., Nov. 9, 2016 at 10 a.m. with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Following the service a reception will be held in the funeral home reception area. Burial will take place in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Betty may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Darcy Rideout in conjunction with the Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com <http://www.pierfuneralhome.com/>. RUTH ANN MACKINNON CORBETT It is with much sadness that we, the family of Ruth Ann (MacKinnon) Corbett, announce the sudden death of Ann, on Tuesday, Nov. 1 in Brantford, Ontario. Just four weeks ago her and her husband, Jim spent some time with her sisters and staying at her sister, Phyllis Jackman’s home. Ann is survived by her husband, Jim; sisters, Phyllis (Art) Jackman and Shirley (Hamilton) MacNeil; brothers, Bud (Joan) and Ralph (Helen) MacKinnon and sister-in-law Joan Corbett. She was predeceased by her parents, Anita and Jim MacKinnon of North Sydney and her only son John David. She will be laid to rest alongside her cherished son in Thornton, Ontario on Tuesday Nov. 8, 2016. Leonard Michael MacMullin After a long cancer battle Leonard died Oct. 30, with his loving wife, Phyllis; son, Kevin, Leonard Jr., Jonathan (Brandilee) and daughter Nicole by his bedside. Len 68 was born in Sydney, NS. He was the son of the late John Dan and Elizabeth MacMullin. He was educated in Sydney Schools and later graduated for Aylmer Police Academy. He served a long career with London City Police. After retirement he spent countless hours volunteering for (Ontario Special Olympics. He is survived by brother, Jackie (Lee), Boisdale, sister, Florence MacKenzie, Edmonton and many nieces and nephews. Also three Aunts, Johanna MacKinnon, Theresa MacKinnon and Josephine MacNeil. He was predeceased by younger sister, Arlene MacInnis (Glenn) in 2015. A Celebratory Mass was held Monday, November 07, 2016 7 at St. Peters Basilica in London.