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 27, 2016 Wednesday There were 8 obituaries published today James Aubrey McLean - 95 yrs Patricia "Pat" Harrietha - Ronald “Ronnie” MacDonald - 49 yrs Wilma Strachan and Jean (Strachan) Hennessey - Joint Memorial Service Allan Strachan - Memorial Service Mary Florence Burke - 90 yrs Sheila Lewis - 66 yrs Wayne Parr - James Aubrey McLean Halifax James Aubrey McLean, Halifax, passed away Friday, July 22, 2016 in Camp Hill Veteran’s Memorial Building, QEII. Aubrey was born Sept 4, 1920, in New Waterford, C.B., the son of the late James Murdoch and Ethel (Dolly) (Crockett) McLean of 802 George St., Sydney. He resided in Halifax since 1947. Aubrey graduated from Sydney Academy in 1938 and continued his studies at Mount Allison University. While attending university, Aubrey was fortunate to survive a serious fire which broke out in the Men’s Residence, resulting in several students losing their lives, including three men from Sydney, and the building completely destroyed. In 1942, Aubrey attended Brockville Officers Training Course, then went overseas where he joined the 18th Field Engineers Company in France. While in Holland, one month before the end of WWII, Aubrey was very seriously wounded when he stepped on a German land mine resulting in the loss of his leg and other injuries. After returning home from hospital in England, Aubrey attended Nova Scotia Tech in Halifax and received his degree in Engineering. He was employed with Riley Engineer Sales and Nova Scotia Construction Association until his retirement. Aubrey was a member of the War Amps of Nova Scotia and an executive of War Amps of Canada and was actively involved in many seminars, youth camps and conventions, assisting the “Champs” in adjusting to their new prostheses (legs and arms). He was devoted to helping many of the youth get a better start in life. Each year he made arrangements to have the War Amp float up and ready for participation in parades including the Apple Blossom Festival in Kentville, Natal Day in Halifax and Sydney’s Action Week as the “Champs” looked forward to riding on their float. Along with his brother, Aubrey returned to France and Holland several times to celebrate the Liberation Anniversaries of France and Holland and to visit wartime friends. Aubrey was predeceased by his parents, J.M. and Ethel McLean; wife, Marion (Williams) and two brothers, Earl and Floyd. Aubrey is survived by his sister, Pearl (late Lloyd) MacAulay; brother, Doug; son, Billy (Jackie) and several grand and great-grandchildren. Aubrey was an active member of St. Andrew’s United Church in Halifax. Our family would like to say thank you for the special care given to Aubrey by J. Smith and the doctors, nurses and staff at Camp Hill Veterans’ Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd. Cremation has taken place. No visitation. Memorial service at 1 p.m., Thursday, July 28, 2016 in the funeral home chapel, Dr. Russ Daye officiating, reception to follow. Family flowers only. Internment in Fairview Lawn Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to the War Amps of Canada. PAT HARRIETHA Born In: LITTLE BRAS'DOR, Nova Scotia Passed in: SYDNEY, Nova Scotia Passed on: July 26th, 2016 It is with great sadness we announce the death of Pat Harrietha, of Little Bras d’Or. She passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 26th, 2016 at the Northside General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Little Bras d’Or, Cape Breton, N.S., she was the youngest daughter of the late Edward Jessome and Katherine (Cassie) MacDougall. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, Little Bras d’Or. Patricia was the heart and soul of her family; she was a devoted homemaker to her late husband, Bill and their children. She worked alongside Bill for many years with their company, Harrietha Transfer. Patricia is survived by her loving children, Carol (Jim) Bradsley, Halifax, Nancy (David) King, Little Bras d’Or , Peter ( Colleen) Harrietha, Pond Road, David ( Susan) Harrietha, Georges River; much loved grandchildren, Evan and Luke Bradsley, Michael (Jackie), Matthew, Coady, Jennifer King, Cory ( Marie) Boudreau and Tammy ( Dave) Boudreau- Leask, Christine and Paul Harrietha; along with her great grandchildren , Marlee and Adalyn Boudreau, Matthew and Nathan Leask and Cheyenne and David King as well as siblings, Donald (Shelia) Jessome, Halifax, Barry (Delores) Jessome, Bras d’Or , Cape Breton and numerous nieces and nephews who thought the world of her. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, William; son, Paul; brothers, Gus, Sandy, Dan and Lawrence and sisters, Peggy Taylor, Lynn Hines, Josephine Merlin, Millie Brown and Claire and Agnes Jessome. A memorial mass to celebrate Patricia’s life will be held on Thursday July 28th, 2016 at 2p.m. in St. Joseph Church Bras d’Or , with Fr. Peter McLeod officiating. With Burial in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the lupus Society, Organ Donation Foundation or to a charity of one’s choice. “May the God of hope give you the fullness of peace and may the Lord of Life be always with you” RONALD MACDONALD Born In: SYDNEY Passed on: July 25th, 2016 On July 25, 2016 Ron “Ronnie” MacDonald was taken from this world suddenly, and too soon, at the age of 49. Ron has left behind his love and wife of over 30 years, Estella MacDonald (nee McPhee) and his pride and joy, daughter, Brittany (Matthew Latter) MacDonald, all of Beaver Bank. Ron is also survived by his beautiful granddaughter, Sophie Camille. Her recent birth brought new love into his life and the bond between her and her Poppy will live on. Born in Sydney, N.S, he is survived by his mother, Irene MacDonald still of Sydney. Also surviving are brothers and sisters, Doug (Lorraine) MacDonald, Sydney, PJ (Jennifer) MacDonald, Sydney, Peter (Patsy) MacDonald, Dartmouth, Jack MacDonald of Halifax, Belinda (Bruce) McGibbon, Bedford, Trevor McPhee of Baddeck, Omer (Kelly) McPhee, Ontario, Judy (Roy) MacDonald, Sydney and Bill (Jennifer) Dwyer, Sydney. Also still on this earth are his in-laws, Leroy and Estella McPhee of Westmount and many nieces and nephews. Loved ones gone before Ron include his father, Douglas ‘Duke’ MacDonald; sister and close friend, Camille MacDonald and family members, Nick Thomas and Utah McPhee. Nothing surpassed Ron’s love for his family and friends but the happiness he found in his garage came a close second. His ‘Garage Buddies’ are left to carry on his memory and shared passion. Any other downtime Ron had, you could find him with a fishing rod in hand or a day of hunting on the books. A special thank you to the staff and nurses of 5.1 at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, especially Dr. Christine Herman, Dr. Roger Baskett and Dr. Jeremy Wood. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation as per family request. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 29th at 11a.m. in St. John Vianney Church, Lower Sackville. Interment at later date. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia in Ron’s memory are appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to T. J. Tracey Cremation & Burial Specialist, (902) 835-4212. Online condolences may be made by visiting: www.tjtracey.com. WILMA and JEAN STRACHAN HENNESSEY/STRACHAN A joint memorial service will be held for sisters, Wilma Strachan, Boston and Jean (Strachan) Hennessey, Sydney, on Sunday, July 31, 2016, 3 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Framboise. Rev. Corrie Stewart will be officiating. A tea will be held at Framboise Community Hall following the service. ALLAN STRACHAN A memorial service will be held for Allan Strachan, Framboise/Sydney, on Tuesday, August 2, 2016, 11 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Framboise. Rev. Corrie Stewart will be officiating. A tea will be held at Framboise Community Hall following the service. MARY FLORENCE BURKE Born In: SYDNEY Passed on: July 25th, 2016 Mary Florence Burke, age 90 of MacGillivray Guest Home, formerly of 30 Mapleridge Drive, passed away peacefully at the residence on Monday, July 25, 2016. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Fabian and Florence (Coady) Burke. Mary was a former member of St. Anthony Daniel parish and an active member of the parish CWL. She also did volunteer work for 20 years for the MacGillivray Guest Home and also Harbourstone and St. Vincent de Paul. She was employed at St. Rita’s Hospital for 30 years in the laundry department. She is survived by her family whom she helped to raise including nephew and nieces, John (Joanne) Burke, North Bay, Ont.; Rebecca (Mike) Ackerman, Lindsay, Ont.; Rosemarie (Luc) Mathieu, Oshawa, Ont.; sister, Bernadette LeBlanc, Sydney; niece, Florence Young, her caregiver, Sydney and numerous extended family. She was predeceased by numerous sisters and brothers and nephew, Ricky. Visitation for the late Mary Burke will be held from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday at St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Church with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Family would like to express a great thank you to MacGillivray Guest Home for their care given to Mary. Donations may be made to the MacGillivray Guest Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.twcurry.com. SHEILA LEWIS Passed on: July 19th, 2016 Sheila Lewis, 66, passed away in a Vancouver hospital after a lengthy illness. Originally from Sydney she has lived most of her life in Vancouver. She was an avid cook, loved books and animals. She wrote a column for the former Highlander magazine. She was predeceased by her parents, Stewart and Isabel Lewis; her nephews, Michael and Richard Lewis and her partner, Al. She is survived by her brother, Ron; sister, Diane and nephew, Paul. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 29, 2016, 11 a.m., at Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish, 40 Cabot St., Sydney. There will be a tea after the service at the home of her sister Diane. Donations can be made to a charity of choice. Rest in peace Sheila WAYNE PARR Wayne’s son, James (Duke) Williams, was inadvertly left out of the Obituary which appeared in the Cape Breton Post on July 26,2016.