Cape Breton Deaths June 30, 2008 Monday Philip Leslie Matthews, Florence - It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Philip Leslie Matthews. Philip passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Sydney, on Friday, June 27, 2008, after a long two-year battle with cancer, with his loving family at his side. Born in Florence, he was the son of the late Walter and Gladys (Rose) Matthews. Philip is survived by his wife of 24 years, Judy (Finney) Matthews; daughter, Leah Matthews (Robert Boyce); along with his pride and joy, grandson, Kolby Ryan Matthews. Also daughters, Joanne (Mike) MacCormick, Tina (Robbie) Robinson; sons, Philip and Chris Matthews; grandson, Brett and granddaughter, Haley MacCormick. Philip is also survived by brothers, Bobby, Gilbert (Kathy) and Dave (Margie); sister, Blanche (Kevin) Headley; and many nieces and nephews. Philip also leaves behind special friends, Derrick and Heather Jessome, Florence, Shirley Ann MacIntosh, Sydney, and Dougie Barry, Florence. Philip was predeceased by one brother in infancy and a special nephew, Robert Matthews. In keeping with Philip's wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home Sydney Mines, Wednesday, July 2 at 2 p.m. with Norma Mills officiating. Donations in Philip's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Arthur Kingston Campbell 61, Sydney - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Art Campbell which occurred Friday, June 27, 2008, at the Glace Bay Healthcare Complex, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late James and Easter Mae (Jones) Campbell. Art was a chef by trade. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, spending time with and cooking for his family and playing his infamous bass guitar. Art is survived by his loving wife, Donna (MacKinnon); daughter, Erma (John) McLaine, Calgary, Alta.; sons, Shawn (Karen), Kenneth (Tracy), Brent Lee (Fran), all of Sydney; sister, Lillet Tasco, Dartmouth; brothers, Irvin (Judy), Ottawa, Patrick (Rachel), Sydney; eight grandchildren, Shawn Christopher, Brently, Mitchell, Nicholas Kingston, Kiara, Koby, Susan and Jordyn; one precious great-grandson, Rashawn; as well as aunts, an uncle, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Rudolph 'Bunny', Milward 'Bricky' and brother-in-law, Bob Tasco. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 2 at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home Chapel, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with Pastor Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment to follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William (Bill) MacRae 1960-2008 - In Montreal, on Thursday, June 26, 2008, at the age of 48 years, passed away William MacRae, predeceased by his mother, Anne Hickey. He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Manon Avon; his children, Jo-Anne (Sébastien Gagné), Simon and Steven; his grandchildren, Catherine and Ariane; his father, Roderick; his brothers, Kenneth (Martha), Roddie and James; his sisters, Sheila, Sharon and Diana; nieces and nephews and other relatives and close friends. Visitation will be held at Magnus Poirier Funeral Complex, 10300, boul. Pie-IX (corner Fleury), Montreal, on July 4 from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to charity of your choice will be appreciated. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hugh O'Handley Sr. 81, Amenia, N.Y.- Hugh O'Handley Sr., 81, of Amenia, N.Y. and formerly of Sydney Mines, N.S., died June 18, 2008. He was born in Boston and raised in Sydney Mines by his parents, Angus and Sarah (Sadie) Davidson O'Handley and was named for his uncle The Reverend Hugh O'Handley of Sydney Mines. He lived in the States from 1946 and was a well known business owner, builder of homes and a councilman in local government for many years. He was a member of the Lions Club, the Fire Company and the Knights of Columbus. In his last weeks he was visited by children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family from as far away as Canada, Iraq and all over the U.S. He is survived by his wife, Rosmarie; seven children, Jean, Michael, Hugh Jr., John, Christopher, Liliane, Thomas; first wife, Marion; brother, Albert; sister, Theresa MacNeil; and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Angus and Sarah, brothers, John and Daniel, and daughter, Nancy Page. He was very fond of people, had a great and well-known sense of humour and relished the opportunity for healthy political debate. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his name to a charity of your choice. Please post condolences to www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com. ******************************************************************************* Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgha.org