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 10, 2016 Thursday There were 12 obituaries published today Mary Marguerite Hamm - 80 yrs Gladys Mary White - Clifford John MacKinnon - Janet Marie Donovan - Catherine Rita “Kay” (King) Green - 65 yrs Elsie Winnifred Barrett - 89 yrs Abigail Aucoin - John Shepard - John Joseph MacDougall - 70 yrs Wayne Ashley Webber - Donald Fraser - Missing Mary (MacKinnon) Zajicek - 89 yrs Mary Marguerite Hamm Passed on: November 7th, 2016 Mary Marguerite Hamm, age 80 of Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully in her daughter's arms on Monday, November 7, 2016. Daughter of the late Catherine (MacDonald) and Joseph Allen MacNeil. She grew up in Iona, Cape Breton and was a descendant of the MacDonald family of St. Peters. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William and daughter, Mary in infancy. They welcomed all into their home and the tea was always on. She is survived by her three children, Linda (Gerald Murphy), Wilena (Gerald Arcand) and William (Sharon); granddaughters, Alysha (Corey Kinden) and Lindsay along with the newest joy of her life great granddaughter, Alexa. Music was an important part of family life. Her brother John and wife Sheila MacNeil of Halifax were with her and her daughters on Monday at the VG hospital where they listened to the beautiful music played and sung by Erin. Marg was a faithful member of Saint John Vianney church; she ministered communion at Sagewood nursing home in Lr. Sackville. Marg was a kind giving person who instilled these qualities in her children and grandchildren. Alysha and Lindsay enjoyed baking and cooking with Nanny. There were always sweets in the tins. If you dropped by she would have a lunch on the table without you knowing it. She will be sadly missed by her many friends and extended family. All who knew her were blessed. Visitation will be held Sunday November 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Home, Lr. Sackville with Funeral Services on Monday, November 14 at 1 p.m., Saint John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, reception to follow. The family would like to thank Northwood home care, Palliative and the VON for their caring support at home, along with 8-3 nursing staff of the QEII and VG Palliative Care Unit. Donations to Diabetic Society, Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting the website www‎.atlanticfuneralhomes.com and selecting the Sackville Chapel. Gladys Mary White Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 9th, 2016 It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Gladys White at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Born in Florence, Gladys one of 17 children, she was the daughter of the late William and Agnes (O’Neil) Martin. She enjoyed fishing, hunting rabbits, playing spoons, singing to the residents of the Cove Guest Home. She was a prankster and loved pulling jokes on her family and friends. She will be sadly missed by residents and staff at the home. Gladys affectionately known as ‘Gramma Newf’ is survived by her daughter, Carol MacDonald; grandchildren, Scott (Pam), Clayton, David Lloyd (Lisa) MacDonald; great grandchildren, Shanice, Brady, Makayla, Jessie, Josie, Jeffory, Morgan, Brandon, Jacob and Kelsey; great-great grandchildren, Ezekiel, Max and Zina. She is also survived by her sisters, Annie and Agnes, as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her two sons, Johnny Martin and Rene White; son-in-law, Nelson MacDonald; grandson, Darrell MacDonald. Visitation will be held Friday, November 11, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral service will take place 1 p.m. Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment to follow in St. James Cemetery, Big Bras d’Or. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of… Clifford John MacKinnon With broken hearts we, the family of Clifford MacKinnon, announce his passing on Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney he is the son of Mary MacKinnon and the late John Joe MacGillivary. Clifford was a carpenter by trade and for the last number of years worked as the Maintenance Supervisor at St. Ann’s Gaelic College. Clifford was loved by all who knew him for his kind heart and wonderful sense of humour. He loved music, friends and especially his family. Clifford had many interests and enjoyed following NASCAR, especially Matt Kenseth. Clifford held a close affinity to everything celtic; he had a love of the Gaelic language, music and of the fiddle. This affinity may be responsible for Clifford’s dry wit and love of a good tale. Besides his mother, Mary, Clifford is also survived by his loving wife, Ann Marie (MacNeil); daughters, Jade (Dennis) Gillis, Karla (Kirk) Danyluk; brother, Roderick MacGillivary and sisters, Joanne MacGillivary and Juanita (Ralph MacLean) MacGillivary. He is also survived by nephews, Ian MacGillivray, Julien Rouleau, and Samuel Rouleau. He is also survived by his cousins, Wayne MacDonald and Michael MacDonald, who were as close as siblings. Besides his father, Clifford is predeceased by his close cousins, Frances (MacDonald) Lund and Mary Ida (MacDonald) Brooks. Clifford is also predeceased by his furry best friend, Lauchie. Cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, November 12th at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Parish, East Bay with Father Albert Maroun officiating with reception to follow. Donations in Clifford’s memory can be made to the S.P.C.A., Sydney division or the St. Ann’s Gaelic College Bursary Fund. Gun an ath turas a choinnicheas sinn. Until we meet again. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.chantfuneralhome.ca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of... JANET MARIE DONOVAN Born In: Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt after a long battle with Alzheimers. Born in Digby, Janet was the daughter of the late Leander and Violet Handspiker. Janet is survived by her husband, Carl of 56 years, Ingonish Harbour; son, David and his wife Francene (Janet’s angel) and granddaughters, Krista (Charlie Fitzgerald) and Megan (Travis Reid) all of Neil’s Harbour; sisters, Vicki (Fred Bates), Digby and Betty Jackson, Bridgewater, along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Adelia and brothers, Jackie and David. Janet worked for many years at the Scotia Bank, Ingonish Beach Branch before retirement. Janet's “Gram” love was her granddaughters (Sunshine Butt and Chickedee) who will miss her dearly and her dog, Susie. She loved to knit and it showed in the many sweaters, mitts, etc. that her girls wore over the years. She loved to play bingo and watch games shows. The Donovan family would like to thank the staff of Highland Manor for their excellent care of Janet since May. As per Janet’s request there will be no visitation or service. Committal prayers will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016 at 2 p.m., in St. Peter's parish cemetery, Ingonish. Memorial donations in Janet’s memory may be made to the Highland Manor, Neil’s Harbour. “God’s most precious work of art is the warmth and love of a grandmother’s heart.” Funeral arrangements are under the direction of… Catherine “Kay” Rita Green (King) Born In: North Sydney, Nova Scotia Born: September 18th, 1951 Passed in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 8th, 2016 It is with heartfelt sadness that we, the family announce the peaceful passing of Kay Green, 65, on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in North Sydney on September 18, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Stella (Hynes) King. Over the years Kay worked several jobs, but none as important to her as raising her children. She was an active member/secretary of the Bras d’Or Senior’s and Pensioners Club, as well as a dedicated member of Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines. She was a beautiful knitter, crafter and quilter who enjoyed her weekly ‘hen party’. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Ernie; children, Calvin (Robin) Green and Nancy (Pat) Langlois; grandchildren, Jessica, Kevin, Jack, Haeley and Kelsey and great-grandson, Ben. Also surviving are her sister, Sharon Bailey; her brother, Kevin (Debbie); lifelong friends, Mary and Reg Marsh, Brenda and Alex MacPhee and many other friends and family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Linda; brother, Kenny; sister-in-law, Asta (King); mother and father-in-law, Joseph and Mary Green and brothers-in-law, Clarence Green and Vince Bailey. Thank you to Dr. Bill MacDonald, the nursing staff of 4 West, and the Palliative Care Team for the compassionate care given to Kay and her family. Visitation for Kay Green will be held today (Thursday), November 10, 2016, from 7-9 p.m. in J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. A celebration of her life will take place Friday, at 2 p.m. in Trinity Anglican Church, Sydney Mines, with Rev. Stacey LeMoine officiating. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. ELSIE WINNIFRED BARRETT Born In: GLACE BAY, Nova Scotia Passed in: GLACE BAY, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 8th, 2016 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Elsie Barrett, age 89, on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Hopkins) Chipman. Surviving are her children, Karen Pyke; son, Richard Barrett. Elsie is also survived by her loving grandchildren, Jamie Pyke and Jeff Pyke (Ashleigh) and great-grandchildren, Sophia and Ryan. Besides her parents, Elsie was predeceased by her loving husband, Max and son-in-law, James Pyke. There will be no visitation or funeral service at Elsie’s request. Cremation has taken place under the care and guidance of Curry’s Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. In honoring Elsie’s request, a private family gathering and burial will take place at St Mary’s Anglican Cemetery, at a later date. At this time we would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Cadegan, Brenda, VON, home care, the doctors and staff at the Glace Bay Hospital for all the care and comfort you provided. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.currysfuneralhome.com. ABIGAIL AUCOIN Born In: GLACE BAY, Nova Scotia Passed in: NORTH SYDNEY, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 8th, 2016 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Abigail Aucoin on November 8, 2016 in the Northside Community Guest Home with loving family at her side. Born in Glace Bay she was the daughter of the late William and Emily (Snow) Milley. Over the years Abigail loved to play horse shoes, card games, she was an avid Bingo player and a beautiful baker. Surviving are son, William (Donna); grandchildren, Blake, Nancy, Derrick, Mickey and Brent; several great-grandchildren; brother, Ken Milley and many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by husband, John; son, John Edward; five sisters and 10 brothers. Visitation for Abigail will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2016 in Patten Funeral home 71 Union St Glace Bay from 12-2 p.m. with funeral service following at 2:30 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place in St. Luke’s United Cemetery, Donkin. John Shepard The family regrets to announce the passing of John Shepard. He was predeceased by his wife, Linda (Roberts). Arrangements will be announced at a later date and are under the care and direction of Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main Street, Glace Bay. John Joseph MacDougall Born In: Ingonish, Nova Scotia Born: July 27th, 1946 Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: November 7th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we regret to announce the sudden passing of John Joseph MacDougall, 70, on Monday, November 7, 2016, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Ingonish on July 27, 1946, he was the son of the late Tim and Elizabeth (Donovan) MacDougall. He was the oldest boy of 15 children. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved wife Rowena, as well as his children and grandchildren. He was loved by all who knew him, humans and animals alike. He was a die-hard Toronto Maple Leafs fan, and loved seeing them do better than Montreal. John is survived by his loving wife, Rowena; his daughters, June (Eric) and Charlene (Walter), as well as his son, Chris (Lovella); four step-children, Elaine (Chris), Selena, Billy and Gordon, ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers, Martin (Bernice), Mark (Heather), Donald (Linda), Nick (Nina) and Dale (Nancy) and sisters, Ann (Vince), Joan (Herman), Louise (Peter), Judy (Thomas), Natalie (David), Laura and Crystal. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Michael and sister, Lorraine. The family will receive visitors Saturday, November 12, 2016, at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Church, Ingonish. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 a.m. with Fr. Lazarus Guria officiating. The burial will be in the parish cemetery. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Wayne Ashley Webber Passed on: November 4th, 2016 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful, loving husband and exceptional father, Wayne Webber, on Friday, November 4, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney with his wife Lynda by his side. Born in Halifax, he was the son of Rose Marie (Moulaison) and the late Wayne Webber. Wayne is survived by his loving wife, Lynda (Hogan) Webber; his two precious daughters, Ashley and Jillian; mother, Rose Marie Webber; brother, Philip Webber (Tammy); his mother-in-law, Lynda Murrant, as well as several aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by his father, Wayne in 2013. He previously worked in retail sales and after moving to Cape Breton he became a devoted stay at home dad to Ashley and Jillie. He enjoyed spending time with Lynda and his fun loving daughters, who brought him much love and joy, baking many kinds of cakes and cookies, teaching them how to skate, about sports, Star Wars, and shared in many adventures together. Cremation has taken place, as per Wayne's request there will be no visitation and a private service will take place at a later date. ‘If we can't find heaven, I'll walk through hell with you, Love you're not alone cause I'm gonna stand by you!’ Online condolences may be sent to our website at the chantfuneralhome.ca. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of.. DONALD FRASER The following was inadvertently missed from yesterday’s obit for the late Donald Fraser. The family would like to thank the VON, and the Palliative Care Team at Ancala for the excellent care he received MARY ZAJICEK (MACKINNON) Passed on: November 3rd, 2016 On Thursday, November 3, 2016 Mary Zajicek, 89 of Greenbelt, MD, formerly of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Beloved mother of W. Fraser Nicholson, Sheila Mary Nicholson, Kerri A. Zajicek, and the late Brenda V. Callahan. Loving grandmother of Tammi, Shannon, Jamee, Shane, Daniel, Serenity, Jessica, Adam, Hope, and Clayton; great-grandmother of nine. Daughter of the late John and Victoria MacKinnon. She is survived by numerous friends and family from here and in Canada. She retired from the telephone company as a directory assistant after 30 years of wonderful service. Friends may call at Gasch’s Funeral Home, P.A., 4739 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD on Friday, November 11 from 5-9 p.m. and also on Saturday, November 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Legend Rescue, 17045 El Sol Road, Ramona, CA 90265. www.gaschs.com