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 March 03, 2017 Friday There were 8 obituaries published today Kenneth Joseph “Gil” Gilbert - 91 yrs Lucy Pauline MacDougall - 76 yrs Sharon Imelda “MeMe” Burke - 72 yrs Marguerite Marie “Sis” MacLellan - 90 yrs Elinor (Hobbs) Rutherford, RN - Anne Marie (McMullin) Lelandais - 82 yrs Ronald Francis “Ron” Assoun - 76 yrs Sarah Catherine “Sally” “Diddy” Doyle - 93 yrs Kenneth Joseph ‘Gil’ Gilbert Passed on: March 1st, 2017 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Kenneth ‘Gil’ Gilbert, 91 of Glace Bay, on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in St. John, New Brunswick, he was the son of the late John Cyril and Eileen Theresa (Gilbert) Gilbert. Gil was a member of St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay. He was a Veteran of World War Two and served in the Canadian Army for 29 years as a cook. Gil was also a member of the RCL, Branch No. 3, Glace Bay. He was a devoted Toronto Maple Leafs fan and an avid ice skater. Gil was a member of the Huff and Puff Hockey League. He enjoyed walking, listening to fiddle music and going to Tim Hortons on Commercial Street. Gil had a great sense of humor and a fond affection for animals, especially his Yorkshire dog, Molly. He is survived by two daughters, Joanne MacLeod, Marie Gilbert; four sons, Kenny (Linda), Lawrence (Nancy), Tommy (Bonnie), Allan (Glenis) and his beloved nine grand and twelve great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve Street, Glace Bay. The Funeral Mass, officiated by Fr. Leo Boone is Monday, 10 a.m. in St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay followed by a reception in the church foyer. Interment in St. Anne’s Cemetery at a later date. Legion members and veterans are asked to form an honor guard at the church for their departed comrade. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>. Lucy Pauline MacDougall Passed on: March 1st, 2017 Lucy Pauline MacDougall, age 76 of New Waterford, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at the New Waterford Hospital. The funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, in New Waterford, at a later date. (www.vjmcgillivray.ca <http://www.vjmcgillivray.ca/>). Imelda ‘MeMe’ Burke Passed on: February 26th, 2017 Sharon Imelda ‘MeMe’ Burke, 72, passed away February 26, 2017 at her residence. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Annunciata (MacDonald) French. MeMe was a longtime resident of South Bar and will be fondly remembered for her baking talents especially her Blueberry Squares. She is survived by her children, Kimberly, Karen (Patrick) Galarneau, Kerri and Kyla; grandchildren, Ashley, Travis, Scott, Darren, Stephen, Kayli, Krystal, Johnathan, Christopher, Brandon, Alissa, Hailey and great grandchildren, Eli and Crete. Also surviving is her sister, Doreen French and other extended family, especially Susan, Patti and Kelly. She was predeceased by her husband, John David. Visitation will take place from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, March 5 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday at Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Alex MacLellan officiating. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. MARGUERITE (SIS) MACLELLAN Passed on: March 1st, 2017 Marguerite (Sis) MacLellan, passed peacefully into the arms of God on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 with her daughter Leona by her side. Mom was happy to be going to see her Husband, Leonard and Son, Kenny. She is survived by her daughter, Leona (Mark) and son, Joey (Robyn) and grandchildren, Kaylee, Laura, Marisa and Cameron. Born in Reserve January 23, 1927 to the late Michael and Mayme MacNeil, she was blessed with eight brothers and sisters, Ronnie McNeil (Oakville) and predeceased by Mary, Katherine (Diddy), Theresa, Rhonda, Mary Anita, Joe and Mike. Marguerite graduated from St. Francis Xavier University, married Leonard MacLellan and taught at Riverview High School for many years. She was a well-respected member of the Big Pond community and parish and a strong supporter of the Big Pond Volunteer Fire Dept. She will be fondly remembered as a loving, caring lady who gave of herself to family, community and her church. Visitation will take place from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. on Friday at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary’s Church, Big Pond with Fr. R. Philiposki officiating. Donations may be made to the Big Pond Volunteer Fire Dept. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com <http://www.twcurry.com/>. Leona, Mark, Robyn and I would like to thank the caring staff at My Cape Breton Home and Harbourstone for Mothers care in her final years. A special thanks to the Borden clan and especially cousin John who helped her over the last years. John, you were the third son and the best of us all. One final note, over my life Mom and I had a debate about who was luckiest in life to have adopted me. Since I have the final say, I'd say I've been the luckiest son to have a Mother like you. Forever loved. Joey & Leona