Cape Breton Deaths January 03, 2009 Saturday Reine A. Cairns Windsor/Sydney - Passed away peacefully, at Dykeland Lodge, Windsor, N.S., on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008. She was formerly a resident of Townsend Street, Sydney. Born in Montreal, Reine was a daughter of the late Jean Batiste and Elisabeth (Daenan) Paklarian. She was educated at L'Institute Evangelique de Pointe aux Trembles. During the Second World War, she was employed as a governess in the household of the late Mr. Samuel S. Cohen, Supt. of the Jewish General Hospital and Mrs. Cohen in Montreal. In 1947, she came to Sydney after marrying her late husband, Arthur Pringle Cairns. Reine was a member and the first lady elder of St. Andrew's United Church. She was active in the affairs of the congregation and for many years, was a delegate from St. Andrew's United Church to the Sydney Council of Churches. Reine was the last surviving member of the John Pringle Unit of the United Church Women. She was, for many years, the superintendent of the Central Sunday School. Reine was a past noble grand and treasurer of Martha Rebekah Lodge No. 29 and was a former member of Sisters of N. Clarke Wallace LOBA. She was a past president of Ashby Home and School Association and of the Sydney Council of Home and Schools. Reine is survived by her son, Ken (Lynn), New Minas; two grandsons, Garett (Roylene Ripley), Amherst, and Brandon, New Minas; one great-granddaughter, Chloe; great-grandsons, Caleb and Jacob; two nephews, Robert, Roger, Montreal. Also surviving are two of her "Montreal children," Shelby Shapiro, San Diego, and Dr. John Cohen, Denver Colo. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur and brothers, Roger and Rene. Visitation will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service to be held in Saint Andrew's United Church, Sydney, Sunday 2 p.m., with Rev. Stephen Mills officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or Saint Andrew's United Church would be appreciated. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Catherine Peck Sydney -- It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected death of a kind and gentle woman, Catherine Ann Marie Peck, on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. Cathy was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and a wonderful friend to many. Her greatest joy was spending time with her loving family. She was an avid reader who enjoyed walking, gardening, music, playing cards and animals, especially cats. She is survived by her loving husband, Maurice; devoted children, Paula Kennedy (Gary), Michael (Jo-Ann), Theresa Peck MacLennan (David), Cathy (John MacDonald), Janet DeGiobbi (Michael); grandchildren, Tracey, Mark, Matthew, Erin, Stephen, Anna, Logan, Cameron, Beth, Emma, Charlotte, Ryan, Jennifer, Chelsea; great-grandchildren, Caylin, Josh and Riley. She is also survived by sister, Tina LeBlanc and twin brother, David (Coley) Lake. She was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Theresa (MacNeill) Lake, siblings, Barry, Arthur and Stuart. Honouring Cathy's wishes, there will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be celebrated Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, with Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shirley Kerr 82, Baddeck - It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of our loved mother. She died peacefully at St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish, Dec. 31, 2008, with the family by her side. Born June 11, 1926, in Baddeck, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bessie (MacAskill) Dunlop. Shirley was a member of the Greenwood United Church, Baddeck, and the Alexander Graham Bell Club. She enjoyed golf, cards, downhill skiing and she and Peter spent most of the winter months in Florida. She is survived by her husband, Peter; son, John (Joanne), Antigonish; daughters, Debbie (Glen) Irving, Morah Kerr (Tom Hollis), both of Truro; grandchildren, Jacob, William, Isaac Kerr, Kelly Sanderson, Ottawa, Karen Irving, Truro; great-grandchildren, Alex, Julia, Clare Sanderson, Ottawa. The body is resting at MacAskill Funeral Home with visiting hours Sunday, Jan. 4 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Greenwood United Church, Monday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m., Rev. Karen Lynch officiating. Burial in St. Andrews Cemetery, Baddeck Forks. Donations may be made to Greenwood United Church or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William MacLeod 57, Ft. McMurray/Kempt Road - William John 'Billy' MacLeod, 57, of Ft. McMurray, formerly of Kempt Road, Richmond County, passed away Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008. in Northern Lights Regional Hospital after a brave battle with his health this past year. Billy was born in Sydney, N.S., on Feb. 3, 1951, a son of the late Norman and Florence (Nicholson) MacLeod of Kempt Road. In a career spanning over 25 years as a singer/songwriter, with three albums and countless live performances, Billy travelled the world playing music as half of the duo 'Cornelia and Billy'. After a life in music, he relocated to Ft. McMurray and was a supervisor for eight years with Douglas Coatings. As a true storyteller, he continued to write music and lyrics long after he stopped performing and his songs and spirit will stay with many people he has touched in his life forever. Billy is survived by his partner of the last 15 years, Sheliah Yetman and her daughter, Cathy (Gary Williams), Halifax; Billy's son, John Willie, Toronto, Ont.; sisters, Barbara (David) Wood, Moncton, N.B., Jane, Sarnia, Ont.; brothers, Donald (Beryl), Pleasant Hill, Arnold (Maureen), Georges River; several nieces and nephews; greatnieces and greatnephews. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today (Saturday) in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury, from where the funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, with Wayne Hutchison officiating. Burial in Kempt Road Cemetery. Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Billy to a charity of your choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.haverstocks.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Joseph Emile Michel 'Mick' D'Aoust 63, Louisbourg - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of 'Mick' on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, while in respite at Harbourstone Enhanced Care. Mick lived in Louisbourg and was cared for and loved by Peter and Michele (Peters) Somers, as well as their children, Mackenzie, Crewe and Eve. For many years, he attended Horizon Achievement Centre and was a joy to all. Mick was a gentle soul, who loved to smile and hug the people who were dear to him. He played guitar, stepdanced and loved to listen to music in his spare time. Everyone who has been touched by Mick's kind spirit has been changed in some way or another. Mick was born with Down's syndrome, but that was not the first thing people focused on when meeting him. It was his infectious love of life and people. We will deeply miss Mick and know he is making others happy in heaven. Mick has a large extended family in all the 'Peters' relatives who accepted him into the family 15 years ago, unconditionally and with lots of love. We, his caregivers, would like to extend a special thank you to all our friends from Louisbourg, Sydney, P.E.I. and Ontario, who also have been very kind and accepting of Mick over the years. We do not have a "conventional" family setup and are very impressed with the caring, loving friends and neighbours we have encountered since moving to Louisbourg 10 years ago. In 1986, Mick was predeceased by his father, Conrad. Surviving are his mother, Rolande, Laval, Que.; sister, Francine D'Aoust (Norm), Saskatoon, Sask.; brothers, Jean-Serge (Suzanne), Lorraine, Que., and Luc (Linda), Thurso, Que.; nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at St. Bartholomew Church, Louisbourg, Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Fred Rhymes officiating, followed by a reception in the church hall. Interment will take place at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ronald (Rannie) R. MacKinnon 80, Shenacadie - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle and granduncle, Rannie, 80, a lifelong resident of Shenacadie, on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. He died peacefully in his sleep at the home of his sister and nephew in Coxheath, after an eight-year battle with cancer. Born March 31, 1928, he was the son of the late Michael J. MacKinnon and Sarah MacAdam. He was a member of St. Andrews Church, Boisdale. Rannie was a kind and generous man to his neighbours, friends and family. He was a truck driver most of his life. He enjoyed Newfoundland music, visits from friends and also his little dog, Scottie. Rannie is survived by his sister, Christena MacDonald, Coxheath; nephew, Eugene MacDonald, Coxheath; nieces, Mary (Louis) Digout, River Bourgeois, and Irene (Peter) Long, Coxheath. He is also survived by seven grandnieces and nephews and three great-grandnieces. Rannie was predeceased by his parents, brother, Neil Joseph, sisters Elizabeth and Mary, his uncle, A.J., brother-in-law, Eugene MacDonald and nephew, John Joseph MacDonald. The family would like to thank all those who took care of Rannie over the years, especially Drs. Paul Murphy and Phil Smith, palliative care nurses and doctors, cancer clinic staff, especially Tom MacNeil, VON, homemakers and the pharmacy staff of Shoppers Drug Mart, Sydney Shopping Centre. Rannie was also blessed with kind and caring neighbours whose names are too numerous to mention. Visitation for Rannie will be held, Monday from 2-9 p.m. at St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale. Funeral will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 6 at St. Andrew's Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel of Sydney. Memorial donation may be made to the charity of your choice. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sr. Margaret MacLellan 97, Halifax - Sr. Margaret MacLellan (John of the Cross), 97, died at Parkstone Enhanced Care, Jan. 1, 2009. Born in New Waterford, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late John and Margaret (MacDonald). She entered the Sisters of Charity in Halifax in 1930 and made her religious profession in 1933. Sister taught for over 37 years in Quebec, P.Q., Riverton, N.J., North Andover, Mass., Canton, N.Y., Halifax, Port Hawkesbury, Stellarton, N.S. Sister also served her community by working with the Novices for 14 years. After retiring, she was involved for several years in parish and community activities in Cape Breton and in Halifax at the Motherhouse. She is survived by a sister, Sr. Carmelina, Sister of Charity; and brother, Danny, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Anne Catherine and brothers, Alexander, John A., James Michael. The body will be in Caritas Residence, visitation Monday, Jan. 5 from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Chapel, Caritas Residence. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville, N.S. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ethel Fraser 91, Westmount - Caroline Ethel Fraser, 91, of Westmount Road, Westmount, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Edwardsville, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Florence (Stewart) Morrison. Ethel was a member of Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah Witnesses. Surviving are her son, Daniel, Westmount; sister, Pearl Layton, North Sydney; grandchildren, Willie and Georgina; great-granddaughter, Ashley Holland and several nieces. Ethel was predeceased by her husband, Seward (1989) sisters, Irene, Greta and Lena, brothers, Stewart (1919), Stewart 'Dewey' and Weston. There will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, Wednesday, 2 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margret (Lyle) Donato 71, Lower Sackville - Margret (Lyle) Donato, 71, of Lower Sackville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Dec. 30, 2008. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Mary (Vickers) Lyle. She was an avid bowler and girl guide leader for many years. Margret will be remembered most for her amazing sense of humour. She was predeceased by her husband, Nick, brothers, Herbert, Alex, James, Edgar and Gerald and sisters, Catherine and Janet. She is survived by her three children, Nick (Shona), Sydney Mines, Paula (Jamie) and Darren, Lower Sackville; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, all whom loved her dearly. Also surviving are sisters, Casilda (Jack) Beddow, Sydney Mines, and Sharon (Klaus) Heinrich, Bedford; brother, David (Eileen) Lyle, Bras d'Or. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Cremation has taken place. Funeral mass will be held Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, officiated by Fr. J.J. MacDonald. Reception to follow. The family would like to thank Charmaine Cater for all her love and care. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Elizabeth M. MacAdam 1925-2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth MacAdam of Glace Bay. Elizabeth passed away on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Penny) Cole. She was a member of Holy Cross parish, Glace Bay. She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Catherine; sons, Hector, Danny and Keith; sister, Marg Nearing; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph and daughter, Donna. In honouring Elizabeth's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences to the MacAdam family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Captain John Stewart Mossop - Stewart Mossop passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, due to complications from ALS. Born in New Waterford, Cape Breton, Stewart was the son of John and the late Mary Mossop (MacPhee). Stewart was a gentle, kind man who will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 36 years, Mary Liz; his two daughters, Jennifer Mossop (Roger) and Shauna Boudreau (Gary); three grandchildren, Brandon, Joshua and Nate; brothers, Stephen (Paula), Terry (Joanne), Robbie (Karen) and David (Barbie); sister, Lisa McPhee (Danny) and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary and his brother, Gary. Capt. Stewart Mossop was a proud serving member of the Canadian Forces for 38 years and served two tours in Cyprus, as well as a four year posting to Germany. Throughout his 38-year career, Stewart was posted to many different units and locations across Canada. His hard work, dedication and constant professionalism allowed him to achieve the rank of chief warrant officer (CWO) and hold the appointment of 2 RCR regimental sergeant major (RSM) as well as Base CWO at CFB Gagetown. After commissioning to the rank of Capt in 2000 he held many positions at Land Forces Atlantic Area Training Centre (LFAATC) as well as the infantry school. Capt. Mossop was a well respected member of the CF, was an excellent example for his peers and comrades and will be missed by his regimental brothers. Pro Patria. Visitation will be held at Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home, 108 Winnebago St., Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Vincent de Paul, Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. with Fr. Ken Weir as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the N.B. ALS Society for the Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre. Condolences to the family can also be sent to the Oromocto Funeral Home at www.oromoctofh.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anne W. MacVicar 84, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Anne MacVicar, of 9 McKenzie St., Glace Bay on Dec. 31, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in MacKay's Corner, Glace Bay, Anne was the daughter of the late John Thomas and Katherine Anne (Buchanan) Weatherby. Anne is survived by her sons, Gary (Janet), Marion Bridge, and Keith (Patrice), Upper Grand Mira; and her daughters, Sharon (Allen) and Ruth (Darrell), Glace Bay. A true source of pride and joy for "Nanny" were her three grandsons, Matt and Garett MacVicar and Logan Cooke. Also surviving are sisters, Jessie MacDonald, Shirley (Aubrey) MacKenzie, Glace Bay, Mildred (Alphonse) McNeil, Mary (Gerald) Munroe, California; sister-in-law, Audy Weatherby, Glace Bay. Anne is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Anne was predeceased by her parents, her husband, James on Aug. 27, 2008, sister, Ruth MacIntyre, California, brother, D.J. Weatherby, and brother-in-law, Omar MacDonald, Glace Bay. In honouring Anne's request, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay, 849-7520. Online condolences may be e-mailed to patten@seaside.ns.ca. Donations in Anne's memory may be made to Knox United Church, Glace Bay, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ George G. White Feb. 15, 1918-Jan. 2, 2009 Mill Creek - With heavy hearts, we, the family of George White of Mill Creek, regret to announce his quiet passing on Jan. 2, 2009. A lifelong farmer and a war veteran, he spent his last moments at home in the peaceful company of his family. He lived for family, loved his garden and had a passion for the violin. The son of Samuel and Margaret White of Boularderie, he will be missed by his wife Gretta (Ahle); sons, George Richard (Patricia), Brian Erik (Michelle) and daughter, Marion (Louie). Dear to his heart were his grandchildren, Brian S (Jennifer), Tanya (Mark), Christopher (Bernetta), George, Jonathon and Katherine and his great-grandchildren, Jack, Noah and Grace. Surviving are his brother, Gregory, and his sisters, Rita (Ostrowski) and Vange (Miles) Besides his parents, George was predeceased by siblings, Bill, Chester, John, Helen Cary, Mary Jessome and Anna Boudreau and grandson, Benjamin Brooks. Visitation for George White will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, Sunday, Jan. 4, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will take place, Monday, Jan. 5 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. A reception will follow at 44 Dominic Dr., Sydney Mines, immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to charities of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret MacLean 99, Boisdale - The funeral mass for Margaret MacLean, who passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, will be held at 11 a.m., today (Saturday) at St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale, with Rev. Paul Abbass officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. 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