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 July 02, 2016 Saturday There were 6 obituaries published today Philip Peter Donovan - 79 yrs Harold Windsor MacRae - 76 yrs Lloyd Gillard - 86 yrs Ruby Frances MacKean - 92 yrs Dr. Tarik Ali Farooq - 39 yrs Basil Arsenault - In Memory of… Philip Peter Donovan Born In: London England Born: July 9th, 1936 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: June 28th, 2016 It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Philip Peter Donovan, 79, of New Victoria, on June 28, 2016 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Phil was born July 9, 1936 in London, England. He was a proud and respected member of Ironworkers Local UA 752. Early in his life he worked in the lumber camps of Quebec and Ontario and then the vessels on the Great Lakes.Eventually he went to work on the Coast Guard Ships in the North. Following this, Phil started his long career as an ironworker, where he made many lifelong friends with his union brothers. In more recent years, he was a dedicated caretaker of St. Joseph Cemetery in New Victoria. Phil loved gardening and was known to feed everyone around with his fresh vegetables. His greatest passion, however, was spending time with his children and grandchildren. Surviving are his daughters, Bernadette (Ralph) Lovell and Maureen (Jeff); sister, Cathy (Alan) Thorp; grandchildren, Andrew, Lauren and Connor; niece and nephew, Madeline and Dean and their families; sisters-in-law, Patricia Buchanan and Shirley Brown; son-in-law, Lawrence MacSween. Besides his parents, Phil was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth Ann 'Betty' Donovan and son, Sean. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Monday, July 4 from 4-6 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Tuesday, July 5 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, New Victoria, with a luncheon to follow at St. Leonard's Parish Hall on Convent Street. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Parish Church of St. Leonard Cemetery Fund. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Harold Windsor MacRae Born In: Big Harbour Passed in: Bedford, Canada Passed on: June 27th, 2016 Harold Windsor MacRae, 76 of Halifax peacefully passed away Monday, June 27, 2016 at the Northwood Bedford (Ivany Place). Born in Big Harbour, Cape Breton, he was the son of George and Janie (MacDonald) MacRae. In his youth, he nurtured a love for the outdoors with fishing, enjoyed playing darts, and watching horse races, maybe even placing a bet or two on his favourites. Leaving school for work, at a young age, he developed skills in the logging trade working alongside his father and uncles. He often reflected positively on his time working with the construction crew on the Seal Island Bridge in Cape Breton. He was no stranger to hard work, and became a window salesman, which was his livelihood that brought him joy, challenge and much pride for over 25 years. In 1989, he sustained a spinal cord injury due to the removal of a cyst. His determination and perseverance over the years managing the changes to his health and the physical challenges he overcame, was inspiring to those who loved him. Throughout his life, he was engaged with others, his friendships and family mattering most, always was up for a round of golf, crib match or watching his favourite baseball, hockey or football teams. Harold had a great sense of humour, adorned himself in the warmth of the sunshine, and tried always to make the best out the most challenging times. He most recently lost his loving wife of 50 years, Sheila (Brown) and is survived by his daughter, Dana (Jeff Mills) and son, Glen. His grandchildren, Kyla, Nathan, and Sophie will dearly miss their Poppie. Harold is also survived by sisters, Isabel (Robin) Grant, Dorothy Ellsworth; sister-in-law, Rita MacRae. and many loving nieces and nephews. Brothers, Maurice, Murray, and Carl, predeceased him. Arrangements are under the care of J. Albert Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd. A celebration of life will be held at Bethany United Church, 7171 Clinton Ave., Halifax, on Thursday, July 7, 2016 at 6 p.m. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choosing. Much thanks to the many health care professionals who have supported Harold and his family over the years, in particular most recently, those who provided care and compassion at Ivany Place. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.walkerfh.com. Lloyd Gillard Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: May 17th, 1930 Passed in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Passed on: June 29th, 2016 Lloyd Gillard - passed way peacefully in Toronto on Wednesday June 29, 2016 at the age of 86. He was the beloved husband of 65 years to Lorraine, brother of Lil (predeceased) Basil (predeceased), Joyce, Linnie, Harvey, Wally, Betty and Carol-ann. Lloyd was born in Glace Bay to Lance and Bessy Gillard. Lloyd is survived by 3 sons and their wives, 6 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren Ruby MacKean Born In: North Sydney Born: April 2nd, 1924 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: June 25th, 2016 Like film star Marilyn Munroe and poet Oscar Wilde, Ruby Frances MacKean didn’t worry much about time. Ruby was never in a rush or played to the clock; she always arrived at her destination relaxed and refined, with aplomb and her delightful smile. Ruby passed on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Ruby had recently celebrated her 92nd birthday, yet she was very much young at heart. Ruby’s love of celebrations was the stuff of family legend: her collection of Christmas decorations – particularly an awe-inspiring under-the-tree village – was envied by family and friends. Ruby’s impeccable memory was no match for Wikipedia; she was the go-to for family lore, civic history and all things that happened before the Internet. Ruby’s passion for fashion, her business acumen and her sharp wit served her well in jobs at Canadian Tire, Lingan Golf Club, McCurdy’s department store and Harold’s women’s wear in downtown Sydney. Ruby was on the board of the Tower Heights Housing Co-operative – where she lived – for more than 20 years. Unlike Miss Daisy, Ruby drove herself; in the 1960s and ‘70s she could be spotted, wearing Jackie-O-like sunglasses and a kerchief, about town in her massive, white 1962 Buick Electra four door, hard top, which she stored at night in her mysterious, James Bond-ish underground garage in her home on Richardson Avenue. Ruby was born April 2, 1924, in North Sydney; she was a daughter of the late Henry ‘Harry’ and Emily (Roberts) King. Ruby was a member of the former St. Andrew’s United Church, Sydney, and a longtime member of the UCW. In the past few years, she regularly attended The Salvation Army in Sydney. Ruby’s social circle was broad; golf and curling were mainstays – she had been an active member at Lingan and of the Sydney Curling Club. Ruby is survived by her stepson, Gerald (Wanda); nieces Major Ruth King and Rev. Shirley (Rev. Lloyd) Murdock; nephew David King (Sharon Tweedie); grandnieces Laura King, Susan King and Heidi Ruiter; grandnephew Jason Murdock; four great-grandnieces and two great-grandnephews. Ruby was predeceased by her husband, Watson MacKean. Ruby was the last surviving member of her immediate family; she was predeceased by her sister, Frances (in infancy) and brother, Claude. As was Ruby’s wish, a graveside service will be held at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, July 12 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Lloyd Murdock officiating. A reception will follow at The Salvation Army Sydney Community Church, Inglis Street. Ruby won’t mind if you’re fashionably late. Donations in Ruby’s memory can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or any organization that does good work. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. Condolences Dr. Tarik Ali Farooq March 7, 1976 – Feb. 3, 2016 Like a solid tree, he was rooted on Cape Breton Island, but stretched his branches wide, spreading his generosity, acceptance, and kindness to his large community. His branches have now reached the stars. A loving father, spouse, son, and brother, a caring doctor, and a stellar human, may we all live by your brilliant lead. Our morning star, may you shine as brightly as your smile. Please join us for a celebration of Tarik’s life on Friday, July 8, 2016 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at 1031 Coxheath Rd. BASIL ARSENAULT In Memory Basil (Bee) Arsenault In loving memory of Basil Bee Arsenault, who passed away 30 year ago July 3, 1986. Never more than a thought away. Love and remembered every day. Forever loved by wife Phyllis, son David, daughter Susan and families.