Cape Breton Deaths November 10, 2008 Monday Elizabeth Marie 'Vickers' O'Neill, RN 85, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Marie 'Vickers' O'Neill, 85, of Glace Bay on Saturday, Nov.. 8, 2008, at the Glace Bay General Hospital. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Matthew and Teresa (Purdie) Vickers. Elizabeth trained at the St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing, Glace Bay, graduating in 1945. She worked many years as a maternity nurse and retired in 1987. She will be remembered by many for her good sense of humour and her excellent care of the many newborns she attended in the nursery, including several of her own grandchildren. A strong woman of faith, Elizabeth was a longtime member of St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay. She was a member of St. Anne's CWL, St. Joseph's Alumni and a former member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Bridgeport. She will be sadly missed by her son, Shaun (Barbara); daughters, Sharon Kelloway, Betty (Bill) Metcalfe; cherished grandchildren, Shaun E. (Yolande), George (Kendra), Ian O'Neill (Kelly), Matthew, Bryan, Christopher Kelloway, Georgia and Edgar Metcalfe. Also surviving are Elizabeth's great grandchildren, Zander, Nathalie, Logan, Chase; nieces, nephews and her brother, Ian, Ontario. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, George in 1981, a brother, Ferdinand, sisters, Jean, Evelyn Jessome MacDougall, Genevieve Simpson, brothers-in-law, Clarence Jessome, James MacDougall and Ernie Sampson. Visitation will be held Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Leo Boone is Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church with a reception to follow in the foyer. After the reception, interment will be held at the chapel in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Elizabeth may be made to the Cancer Society, St. Vincent de Paul or a charity of one's choice. Condolences to the family can be expressed through the funeral home website www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Howard Edmund MacIntyre Albert Bridge - The family of Howard Edmund MacIntyre regrets to announce his sudden death on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. He was the son of the late Robert and Hazel (Munroe) MacIntyre. Howard was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier and of Nova Scotia Technical College. As a professional engineer he worked in Nova Scotia, Quebec and Newfoundland, always with the greatest integrity and pride in his profession. He was deeply committed to this family and we enjoyed his love and devotion all of our lives. He loved and enjoyed life, his family and friends. He could usually see the funny side of any situation. He liked to do things and to do them the right way. He loved his dogs. He loved living in Mira, doing projects and being in the company of those he loved. He knew that we loved him and respected him and enjoyed his company. He leaves a great hole in our lives. We will miss him, but the lessons he taught us of love, hard work, integrity and laughter, and his memory will remain with us for the rest of our days. Rest in peace. Howard is survived by his wife, Regis (Ferguson) MacIntyre; children, Mary Frances, Chicoutimi, Que., Howie (Anne MacRury), Sydney, and Michael (Dorothy Simmons), Grande Prairie, Alta.; grandchildren, Mirrah, Tessa, Sean and Daniel, cherish his memory, as do relatives and friends. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert and sisters, Mary and Anne. Visitation will be held Monday, 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral mass will take place Tuesday, 2 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Albert Bridge, with Rev. Patrick O'Neil officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Richard Alan Leach 1957- 2008 Sydney Mines - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother and uncle, Richard Alan Leach, on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Transcona, Man., Nov. 1, 1957, he was the son of Richard and Rita (Norman) Leach. He was a member of Immaculate Conception parish, Sydney Mines. Rick graduated from Sydney Mines High School in 1975, from St. FX University, and obtained his masters degree from McMaster University. His greatest joy was in teaching and writing, and in sharing his passion for environmental and political issues. He enjoyed travelling and had a particular love of Asian culture. He is survived by his loving parents, Rita (Norman) and Richard Leach, Sydney Mines; his brother, Stuart (Carol), Charlottetown; his sisters, Nancy (Jacques LaCombe), Montreal, Lynette (Christian) Gagnon, Quebec City, and Carolyn (Rick) Grey, Fredericton. He will also be fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews. Visitation for Richard Leach will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Monday, Nov. 10 from 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will be celebrated Tuesday, at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Convent Street, Sydney Mines, with Fr. J.J. MacDonald and Fr. Hughie MacNeil officiating. A reception will follow the mass in the Centennial Room. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rick's memory may be made to St. Joseph's Cemetery Fund, or the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bernadette 'Etta' Verbiski 83, 1925-2008 Glace Bay - It is with sorrowful crushed hearts that we announce the passing of Bernadette 'Etta' Verbiski on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, at her residence. Born in Glace Bay, Etta was the beloved daughter of the late John and Angela (Strickey) Verbiski. She was a member of Holy Cross Church and at one time was very active in church affairs. Etta was a gentle lady who sacrificed her life for all of her loved ones. She was a friend to everyone she encountered and was well respected by her peers. Etta liked to go to the casino once in awhile; but mostly she enjoyed playing cards with her friends on weekends. She was a marvellous cook and loved to bring her family together over a beautiful meal. Etta was the beloved twin sister to her brother, Bernie; aunt to Bernadette Wiseman (Don), Dr. Daniele (Bill) and baby, Lauren, Brad, Chris, Joan; and several nieces and nephews.She was predeceased by sisters, Minnie Buckley, Josie Smith, Harriet Prus and brothers, Aulay, Normie, John and Frank. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass officiated by Rev. Jake Andrea is Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Church, Glace Bay, followed by interment in the parish cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for Etta, donations in her memory may be made to St. Anne's Cemetery Fund or a charity of one's choice. Condolences to the family can be expressed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ralph Gregory Walker 69, Westmount - It is with heavy hearts and loving memories we are sadden to announce the passing of Ralph Gregory Walker on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, after a brief battle with cancer, one week before his 70th birthday. Ralph was employed by KFC, Sydney River for 35 years. He was a former bartender at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12, Sydney, and had worked for CN Railway. He leaves to mourn his loving family, John A. MacNeil, Valerie (Malcolm), Carol (Johnny), Darlene (Derrick), Brian (Sharon), Gail (Kenny), Karen (Brian); numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, his beloved cats, Holly and Dusty; and his best friend, John Stevens. Ralph was predeceased by Viola MacNeil. Visitation for the late Ralph Walker will take place today (Monday, Nov. 10) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11 in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Burial to take place at a later date in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Ralph enjoyed life the way he wanted slow and easy 'no need to rush - lots of time!' We will love and miss you Ralph, all the days of our lives. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Lescenia (Lettie) Brown 98, Sydney/Formerly Florence- With broken hearts and loving memories, we regret to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother, aunt and friend on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence, her earthly birthday was March 6, 1910, her heavenly birthday was Nov. 8, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Norman and Elizabeth (Richardson) MacIntyre. Ma will be missed by all who knew her, especially her children, Jock (Edie), Florence, and Betty, Sydney River, whom she resided with; also daughter-in-law, Debbie. She is survived by eight grandchildren, Karen, Debbie, Kenny, Keith, Jock, Trevor, Kimberly, Jacqueline; eight great-grandchildren and five great great-grandchildren; also by many nieces and nephews. Lettie was predeceased by her husband, Jock, son, Jimmie, sister, Mary, brothers, Samuel, Bill, Roddie, Norman (Diddy), Jimmie, Angus, Johnie, Tom and Philip. She was the last surviving member of her family.Visitation for the late Lescenia Brown will be at Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Wilson United Church, Florence, with Rev. Norma Mills officiating on Thursday, at 2 p.m. Burial in Brookside Cemetery. Online condolences to be sent to fillmoreandwhitman@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Celene Landry 80, Mira Road - Celene Landry, 80, of Landry Crescent, Mira Road, passed away Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at her residence. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Dorcas (Cook) MacIsaac. She was a member of Immaculate Heart parish, Mira Road.Celene is survived by her daughter, Terry (John) Nicholson, at home; sons, David (Carol), John (Donna); daughters-in-law, Glenda Landry and Debbie MacKinnon, all of Sydney; sisters, Isabel Flynn, Kingston, Ont., Lillian Weatherhead, Barrie, Ont., Patricia (Wally) Travis, Halifax; brother, Ronald (Diane), Kingston, Ont.; 11 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Celene was predeceased by her husband, James A., sons, Fred and James, sister, Mildred Kempt, brothers, George Davidson, Jim Davidson and Bernie MacIsaac.Visitation will be held Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral mass will take place Tuesday, 10 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, Mira Road, with Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. The family would like to pass along their sincere thanks to the doctors and staff of the Palliative Care, the VON and very special thanks to Dr. Patel. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Susan 'Suzy' Clements - Susan 'Suzy' Clements, 68, Halifax, passed away Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, in the Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Boudreau) Buckland. She is survived by her loving husband, Wallace, Halifax; son, Wally 'Nipper' (Nancy), Halifax; favourite companion, Douggie; grandchildren, Taylor and Tyler; sisters, Josephine Pepiczka, Lorraine (Tim) Donovan, Louise Rhymes, Joan (Ernest) Gibson, Betty (William) Nash, Sharon (Jacques) Buckland, Anna (Daniel) Hemmings, Shirley (Gary) Maxner; brothers, Francis (Elaine) Cook, twin brother John (Judy) Buckland, Hartley (Linda) Buckland; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by brothers-in-law, Nick Pepiczka and Claude Rhymes. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Monday in Atlantic Funeral Home Chapel, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. Interment 9 a.m. Wednesday in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ruth Olga Kokocki 57, Sydney - It is with great sadness that we the family regret to announce the passing of Ruth Kokocki, which occurred Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Visitation for the late Ruth Kokocki took place Sunday, Nov. 9 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. today (Monday, Nov. 10) at Faith Baptist Church with Rev. Dan Biggar officiating. Burial to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made in Ruth's memory to the Samaritan's Purse or the Gideon Bibles. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at: www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Guy Walter Mortimer 62, Sydney - Guy Mortimer, 62, of Sydney passed away Nov. 4,2008, at his residence in Sydney River. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Sidney and Elizabeth (Hiltz) Mortimer. Guy was a member of Church of Christ the King. He was a school teacher at Sydney Academy until his retirement. Guy is survived by sons, Scott, Toronto, Todd, Edmonton; sister, Jan Van Zoost, Annapolis Royal; and a brother, Alan, Halifax. A graveside service will take place Thursday, 2 p.m. at Forest Haven Memorial Gardens with Rev. Fred Rhymes officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org