Cape Breton Deaths January 19, 2009 Allan F. MacLellan 80, Sydney - It is with great sadness that the family of Allan Francis MacLellan of Sydney, announce his death at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009. Allan was the son of the late Ronald and Margaret (MacNeil) MacLellan of Sydney Mines. Allan worked in retail for a number of years with Zellers and K-Mart in Halifax, Dartmouth, Charlottetown, Moncton, Fredericton and Toronto. He later worked with the Federal Government, as an employment councillor, retiring in 1987. He was a proud veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy having served in Korea aboard HMCS Nootka. Allan was a proud member of the Cape Breton Naval Veterans Association, and was also a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 12 in Sydney. Some of his many interests were wood crafts, (for which he was well known); stamp collecting, gardening and road trips with his wife Mary. He and Mary belonged to the Highland Capers Modern Square Dance Club, and the Celtic Round Dancers for a number of years where they made lifelong friends. Allan will be especially remembered for his love and devotion to his family and his wonderful sense of humour. He was always able to bring a smile to the faces of others. He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary (nee Walsh); his constant companion for almost 50 years; two sons, Robert (Susan) of Halifax, Darren of Sydney; his daughter, Kimberly of Sydney; and two beloved grandchildren whom he adored, Connor and Nikki of Halifax. Also surviving are his sisters, Rita (Gaza) Soltesz, Halifax, Cathy Pederson, Millville, Toni (Dan) Prince, Sydney, and Sr. Alma, Port Felix; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Ronald, Angus, John and Paul, sisters, Eldine MacLennan and Ann Marie in infancy. A special thank you to Dr. Liam Orrell and Dr. D. Brake and the staff of the ICU Department of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the care he received. Visitation for Allan will take place Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be held Wednesday, 10 a.m. from St. Joseph Church, North Sydney, with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Cremation to follow. Interment in Lakeside cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com. Members of the Cape Breton Naval Veterans Association will conduct a service at the funeral home on Tuesday at 2 p.m. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Margaret 'Maddie' Kennedy 91, New Waterford - Margaret 'Maddie' Kennedy, 91, of Ling Street, New Waterford, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at New Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Burke) Hutchison. Maddie was devoted to her faith and was a lifelong member of St. Agnes parish. She was an avid bowler for over 40 years and at one time, was noted as being one of the top bowlers on Cape Breton Island. She also enjoyed playing cards and was a member of the New Waterford Pensioners' Club, CWL, and Ageing Gracefully. Surviving are daughters, Carmel Lemelin, Ontario, Mary (Alex) MacLeod, Lower L'Ardoise, Kaye (Raymond) McNeil, Ontario, Beverly (Harold) Arenburg, Kentville, Anita (Rene) Chevrefils, Ontario, Cecilia (John Barry) Kennedy, New Waterford; sons, Frank (Loveina), Ontario, Michael (Rose Anne), New Waterford; daughter-in-law, Nancy Kennedy, Ontario; 20 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and one special granddaughter, Tammy. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Maddie was predeceased by her husband, Archie, one daughter, Shirley Nearing, one son, Leo, one sister, Christina 'Teen' Buchanan, one brother, Leo 'Bud' Hutchison, and one great-grandchild, Catherine, in infancy. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, 862-6439. A funeral mass to celebrate Maddie's life will take place Wednesday at 11 a.m in the Parish of St. Leonard, St. Michael's Church with Fr. Paul MacNeil officiating. Cremation will follow. A luncheon will be held at St. Agnes Hall on Convent Street immediately following the funeral mass. All are welcome. Interment will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations in her memory may be made to the Arthritis Society or a charity of one's choice. Members of the Knights of Columbus will assemble for prayers at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Patrick 'Paddy' DeGaust 64, Glace Bay - It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Patrick John DeGaust on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at home, after a very courageous battle with his illnesses. Born in Glace Bay, Paddy was the only son of the late John and Angelena DeGaust. Following graduation from St. Michael's High School, Paddy attended St. Francis Xavier Junior College. He then moved to Halifax where he worked at the Nova Scotia Hospital and later the Halifax dockyards. Upon returning to Cape Breton, he worked for Devco as an electrician until his retirement. Paddy was an avid hunter and fisherman. His summers were spent at MacLeod's Campground in Dunvegan with Barb and his many friends sitting on the beach by day and the campfire by night. He also enjoyed the kitchen parties with his buddies at the Radio Club. But most often he could be found with a cup of tea in hand playing his guitar. He is survived by his dear stepmom, Mary DeGaust, Glace Bay; by his partner and soulmate, Barbara Odell; sister, Gloria Jean (Bruce) Aitken; Marion Bridge; stepdaughter, Wendi (Chad) Crocker and their daughter, Haleigh Crocker, Glace Bay; stepsisters, Mary Rogers and Georgina (Bob) Dugan, both of North Carolina, Kathleen Malafronte, Massachusetts, and Darlene Timmons, Alberta; nephews, John, Brian and Ronald Newcombe, Dean, Colin and Ryan MacArthur; stepniece, Rebecca Aitken; grandnieces, Vanessa, Nichole and Angelena; grandnephew, Carlin; many other relatives and very close friends. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Joan Newcombe. Visitation for Paddy will be held Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. Funeral Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., Rev. Leo Boone officiating. Donations in Paddy's memory or suggested to one's preferred charity. E-mail condolences to jmcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Nicole Lynn 'Nikki' Parsons Nov. 30, 1983-Jan. 17, 2009 - It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of our beloved daughter, mother, sister, aunt, niece, granddaughter and friend, Nicole Lynn Parsons, Kilkenny Lake Road, New Victoria. Born in Sydney, Nikki was the precious daughter of Robert and Pauline (Burt) Parsons, Sydney, and loving sister to Robert (Tanya) and Melissa (Andrew MacLeod). Nikki is survived by her pride and joy, her two sons, Curtis and Dalton, at home, as well as their father, Jason MacInnis, North Sydney. Also left to mourn is Nikki's grandmother, Kay Parsons, Toronto, Ont.; numerous aunts, uncles and several cousins, especially, Charlene (Burt) Morrison. She will be missed by her companion, Chris Drover, Sydney. Aunt Nikki is also survived by her two nieces, Hailey Dwyer-Parsons and Caylie Parsons, whom she loved dearly. Nikki was very proud to be a part of Celtic Pride Cheerleading, especially her squad Heroes. She will be sorely missed by all her teammates and friends. One of Nikki's favourite pastimes with her two boys was to take them to the stock car races where they would cheer their favourite driver #8. Nikki was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Mary Lucy (Conn) Burt MacDonald and Roy MacDonald and paternal grandfather, Bob Parsons. Visitation will take place Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. There will be a KOC service beginning 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will take place 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21 at St. Joseph's Church with Fr. Donald MacGillivary officiating. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Stanley Blundon 78, New Waterford - It is with great sadness that the family wish to announce the passing of Stan Blundon on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2009, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford he was the son of the late Stephen and Blanche (Head) Blundon. Stan was a 37-year employee of Maritime Tel & Tel and had many stories of time spent with the crews. He was a member of the New Waterford Pensioners Club and the Telephone Pioneers. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, camping and especially time spent in his garden. He was very well respected by his friends, and neighbours and welcomed everyone. He was well known for telling tall tales and having treats for children in the neighbourhood. Stan is survived by his best friend and wife of 56 years Marion (Watson); daughter, Karen (Philip) Blondeau, Cole Harbour; and son, Darren (Anne Louise), Port Hawkesbury; cherished grandchildren, Heather Blundon, Sam and Erin Blondeau; sisters, Viola, Bernice, Edith; brothers, Fred, Alonzo, Walter, David and Frank, who all live in the Kitchener, Ont. region. Besides his parents, Stan was also predeceased by his brother, John Blundon. Visitation for Stan will be held Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500 and a celebration of Stan's life will take place Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 11 a.m. in All Saints Anglican Church with Rev. Vernon Reid and Rev. Duncan Roach officiating. A luncheon will follow in the church hall, all are invited. Burial will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Cape Breton Palliative Care. To send online condolences to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mary (Ellsworth) Sutherland 88, New Waterford - Mary Sutherland passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late Euphrasia and Walter Ellsworth. Mary was employed for 35 years at the New Waterford Hospital in the accounting department retiring in 1985. She was an avid bridge player for well over 50 years. Surviving is her only son, Jody (Philomena) and their children, David (Lindsey) and Graeme (Amy), both of Calgary, and Meaghan, at home. She is survived by her sisters, Kay (Albert) Boudreau, New Waterford, Agnes Green, Ontario, Sr. Margaret Ellsworth, Halifax; and her brother, Jody (Claire) Ellsworth, New Waterford. Many nieces and nephews mourn her passing. Her husband, Frank predeceased her along with her parents and brother, Bill. Visitation will be held Monday, Jan. 19 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, 862-6439. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20 at St. Leonard Parish (St. Michael's Church), 5310 Union Hwy. with Rev. Doug MacDonald officiating. Interment will be held at a later date. Following mass, please join us for a reception at the KOC Hall, 3236 Plummer Ave., New Waterford. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Members of the Knights of Columbus will assemble for prayers at 7:30 p.m. today at McGillivray Funeral Home. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. To the nurses of emergency at the New Waterford Hospital - you are the unsung heroes! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Frank Wilson Sheppard Whitney Pier - The family is saddened to announce the passing of Frank W. Sheppard of Whitney Pier, at the Glace Bay Healthcare Facility on Jan. 17, 2009. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Frank and Elsie (Wilson) Sheppard. Frank retired in 1991 after 26 years of service with the Nova Scotia Power-Seaboard Generating Station, Glace Bay. He was well respected by his fellow employees and had a strong work ethic. In earlier years, he was a member of the Sydney Lions Club, mainly working with the blind. Frank belonged to Sydney Lodge No. 84, Cape Breton Preceptory No. 43, Prince of Wales Chapter No. 10 and Philae Temple of Shriners. Frank enjoyed his visits on the hill with Angie and Bobby discussing the issues of the day and the odd lie. Frank is survived by his wife, Kennina (Holmes); a daughter, Debbie Sheppard (Wayne LeMoine), Bedford; a son, Brian, at home; granddaughter, Kaitlyn LeMoine, Ithaca, N.Y.; grandson, Matthew LeMoine, Bedford. Also surviving are sisters, Joyce, late Ron Collison, Hamilton, Faith (Bill) Adair, San Diego, Calif., Joan (Bill) MacKay, Markham, Ont.; several nieces and nephews; many cousins and a large extended family of friends. Also surviving are uncles, Melrose (Jackie) and Walter Wilson. To respect Frank's wishes there will be no visitation. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, 2 p.m. at St. Alban's Church with Rev. Brenda Drake officiating. Interment at Hardwood Hill Cemetery, in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Children's Fund or charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Rita Margaret Pinhorn 78, Victoria Mines - Rita Pinhorn, 78, of Victoria Mines, passed away Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late James and Alice MacIssac. She retired as a PCW from Spring Garden Villa (Breton Bay Nursing Home). Rita was a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and wonderful friend to all. She enjoyed knitting, making quilts and preserves to share with her family. She also enjoyed shuffle board, bowling, and darts. In her earlier years she taught sewing at Low Point School. She always enjoyed her many camping trips, and visits to her homeland of Codroy Valley. Rita is survived by daughters, Velva (Fred) Bailey, New Waterford, Joyce (Patrick) Duffney, South Bar; sons, Stan (Carol) MacNeil, New Waterford, Wayne (Jackie) and Kevin (Mabel), both of South Bar, Derick (Laurie), Victoria Mines; sister, Marjorie 'Monie' (Allen) English, Codroy Valley; brothers, Ambrose (Hilda), Deer Lake, Gordon (Joan) and Michael (Eleanor), both of Codroy Valley; 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Leslie John in 1998, sisters, Stella Sutton, Rosena in infancy, a brother, Eddie in infancy, brother-in-law, Bill Sutton, and a great-grandson, Garrett. Visitation will take place Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. in the chapel with Rev. Stephen Mills officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sarah Ann Martell 78, New Waterford - Sarah Martell, 78, of New Waterford, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Hogan) Groves. Sarah was a member of the Parish St. Leonard, St. Agnes Church. She worked for many years as a housekeeper, but her main priority in her life was raising her only son, Phonsie. Sarah loved going for drives and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandkids who referred to her as 'Little Nana'. Sara is survived by her son, Phonse (Agnes), New Waterford; sister, Theresa MacLeod, Dartmouth; and her two grandchildren, Craig, at home and Deanna (Colin), River Bourgeois. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Alphonse, sisters, Margaret Power and Mae Power, and one brother, Francis. There will be no visitation by her request. Cremation has taken place under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, N.S., 862-7500. A funeral mass to celebrate Sarah's life will be held Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard/St. Michael's Church with Fr. Doug MacDonald officiating. Following mass a luncheon will be held in St. Agnes Parish Hall, all are invited. Burial will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery at a later date. Donations in Sarah's memory may be made to Palliative Care or the Cape Breton Regional Cancer Centre. To send online condolences to the family go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ John Anthony Wujek 1925-2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Anthony Wujek, 83, of Glace Bay. John passed peacefully Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay, John was the son of the late Anthony and Theodora Wujek. John was a quiet man who never needed many words to express himself. He enjoyed reading, gardening and travelling. In his later years, he enjoyed the company of his little buddy 'Oreo'. He was employed with Devco working at No. 26 Colliery and retiring from Phalen Colliery after 42 years of service. John will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 57 years, Winnifred (MacDonald); daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Patrick Reid; two granddaughters he adored, Amanda, Fort McMurray and Elyse, at home; brother, Frank (Carmie), Toronto; and brother-in-law, Donald (Winnifred), Connecticut. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Mary. Visitation for John Wujek will take place Tuesday 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Vernon Reid officiating. Interment will be held at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney at a later date. A reception will follow in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory may be made to St. Mary's Anglican Church, Glace Bay. Online condolences to the Wujek family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Jean Frances MacGillivray 1919-2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jean F. MacGillivray, 89, of Seaview Manor and formerly of 14 Rockdale Ave., Glace Bay. Jean passed away at the Manor on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late James A. and Mary (Campbell) Fraser. Jean was a member of St. Anne's parish, Glace Bay. Jean was a graduate of Teachers Normal College in Truro and taught in various places in Cape Breton retiring from Lake Vale School in Grand Lake. Jean was a lifetime member of St. Anne's CWL and at one time served as its president. Jean was an avid bridge player and a former member of the Lingan Golf and Country Club. She will be sadly missed by her sister, Jeanette 'Huna' McDonald, Toronto; and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Urban MacGillivray, sister, Alice 'Sis' McDonald and brother, James 'Bobby' Fraser. In honouring Jean's wishes, there will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery at a later date. Donations in Jean's memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences to the MacGillivray family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William MacLennan Funeral Service - Funeral services for the late William MacLennan, whose obituary appeared in Saturday's edition of the Cape Breton Post, will be celebrated today at 2 p.m. in Grace Fellowship Church, Sydney Mines. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Gloria (MacNeil) Morrison London, Ont. - Peacefully in London, Ont., on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2009, in her 83rd year. Predeceased by her husband, Jim Morrison (1994). Beloved mother to John 'Gary' (Lu). Loving nannie to Angie and Mike. Dear sister to Janese, Pats (Pauline), Frank (Anne) and Leta, all of London. Predeceased by her brothers, Connie and Wishie. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of London, 555 Southdale Rd. E, Suite 100, London, Ont., N6E 1A2. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org