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 February 21, 2017 Tuesday There were 11 obituaries published today Stephen Rodney Howarth - 69 yrs Minnie Frances (Tully) MacDonald - 87 yrs Kenneth “Kenny” MacIsaac - 78 yrs Marion Agnes (Patrick) Walker - Zelda Anne (Reid) MacPhail - 90 yrs Gloria MacLeod Rogers - 94 yrs Katherine “Caddy” MacKinnon - Phyllis Christina Oram - 93 yrs Grace W. Young - 92 yrs Mary Margaret Fraser - 79 yrs Samuel “Sam” Stanley - HOWARTH, Stephen Rodney Stephen Rodney Howarth left this world on Tuesday February 14, 2017 at the QE11 in Halifax with his family by his side. Born in Yorkshire, England on June 3, 1947. Rodney came to Canada in 1986 and started his new life with Karen, Tracy and Tammie. He was a world traveller but loved Cape Breton best. Rodney drove long haul for various companies for 30 plus years, ending his career with 4 million miles and a perfect driving record. Rodney is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife, Karen; special daughters, Tracy ( Keith), Tammie ( Steven), Sara (Kyle); son, Stephen and brother, Peter (England). Rodney was also blessed with nine grandchildren, Daniel, Jacob, Joleigh, Aiden, Jessica, Shaye, Kira, Keegan and Ashton who loved Papa (Rod) very much. He is predeceased by his parents, Tommy and Doris Howarth of (England). Celebration of Rod’s life will be Sunday, February 19, 2017 at T.J. Tracey Funeral Home, 370 Reserve St Glace Bay 902-8494199 at 4 p.m. Condolences can be expressed to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com <http://www.tjtracey.com/>. Donations in Rodney’s memory can be made to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, 45 Weatherbee Rd, 209 Mira Rd, NS, B1M 0A1. Minnie Frances MacDonald Born In: Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia Born: February 2nd, 1930 Passed on: February 19th, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Minnie Frances (Tully) MacDonald, 87, Sydney Mines, on Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney River, surrounded by her family and loving husband. Born in Sydney Mines on February 2, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Ambrose and Florence (Fraser) Gouthro. She lived her life with passion and purpose, demonstrating great care to those she loved-both family and friends. Frances (Tully) celebrated life to the fullest and always took the time to do the things she loved- dancing, Bingo, card games, travelling, enjoying music, and watching her favourite baseball team ‘The Toronto Blue Jays’. Left to mourn is her loving husband, James Colin MacDonald; her children, Peter (Florence), Terry (Nicole), Timmy (Bernadine), Tricia, and James (Stephen). Also left to mourn are her grandchildren, Sherry, Jimmy, Michael, Tara, Andrew, Jacqueline, Claire and Devyn, along with great-grandchildren, Ashton, Eric, Natalya, Blake, Shay, Atya, Layla and Philipe, as well as brothers, Stan (Rose) and Alfie. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Donna Marie in infancy; siblings, Peter, Stella, Eddie and Rita and her half-sisters, Jenny and Margaret. Our sincerest gratitude goes out to the staff at the Wentworth Facility at Harbourstone for all the years of excellent care and support they provided, especially during her final hours. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2017, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, with Fr. James Oliver officiating. Words of comfort may be forwarded to her family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. ‘Some day when we meet up yonder We’ll stroll hand in hand again In a land that knows no parting Kenneth MacIsaac Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: February 19th, 2017 It is with deep sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Kenneth ‘Kenny’ McIsaac, age 78, loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at the Northside Community Guest Home, where he resided. Born in Sydney, Kenny was the son of the late William J. and Margaret O. (Snow) McIsaac. Kenny attended Xavier Junior College in Sydney and was a graduate of Normal College in Truro and St. F.X. University in Antigonish. Throughout his teaching career he taught elementary, junior high and high school and later as a Guidance Counselor with the Northside Victoria School Board and until his retirement, as a Psychometrist in Special Education. Kenny was a faithful member of St. Joseph Church in North Sydney where he served as Lector for many years. He was a member of the Father William B. Kiely Council of the Knights of Columbus in North Sydney. For many years Kenny was involved in the Big Brothers program on the Northside. Kenny was involved in sports before and while he was teaching on the Northside and was a valued member of the Northside Minor Hockey Association. Kenny used his experience as a Guidance Counselor in his coaching of hockey teams over the years where he was very successful in winning many championships. The Junior Golf Program was another one of Kenny’s pet projects. As a well-known member of Seaview Golf and Country Club, Kenny was successful as a coach and a highly skilled player. Kenny is survived by his loving wife, Roberta (Belmore) McIsaac, North Sydney; his daughter, Laura (Carl) Jessome, Sydney; his son, Neil (Kelly) McIsaac, Bedford; his five grandchildren, Tyler (Danielle), Victoria and Kristen Jessome and Griffin and Ruby Ann McIsaac and also his great-granddaughter, Leighton Jessome. Also surviving is his brother, Alan (Carol) McIsaac, Langley, BC and sister, Mary Elizabeth McIsaac, Hamilton; his four nieces, Laura Leslie, Katie Kennedy, Anne Manner, Lynn Manner and grandniece, Alexandra Manner. The family would like to thank Dr. John Kirkpatrick and staff at the Northside Community Guest Home who went above and beyond with Kenny’s care. Visitation for Kenny will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant Street, North Sydney. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday at St. Joseph Church, North Sydney with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Online condolences may be made to www.wjdooley.com <http://www.wjdooley.com/>. Marion Agnes Walker Born: August 10th, 1926 Passed in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia Passed on: February 20th, 2017 It is with saddened hearts we, the family, announce the passing of our mother Marion Agnes (Patrick) Walker on Monday, February 20, 2017 at the Northside General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Joggins Mines, Nova Scotia on August 10, 1926 she was the daughter of the late George and Agnes (Gordon) Patrick and step-daughter of Lena Frances (Vickery) Patrick. Marion was a faithful member of Carman United Church, a U.C.W. member and a member of Cann Rebekah Lodge. She was employed at the Sydney Mines Post Office for the duration of her working years and where she made many lasting friendships. She was a good friend to many and recognized the good in all people. She enjoyed reading and in her earlier years loved to quilt and knit. Marion also enjoyed a lively game of cards. Marion was a dedicated volunteer at Harbourview Hospital daycare for 15 years. She worked tirelessly not for the recognition but because she wanted to do it and because she enjoyed being of service of others. She will surely be greatly missed by not only by her family and friends but also by those to who benefited from her volunteer work. Marion is survived by her three sons, of whom she was very proud, Paul (Anne) Fort Mc Murray, Phillip (Patsy), Sydney Mines and Charlie (Kim), Sydney Mines. She was Nan to eight grandchildren, Paul, Matthew, Christy, Frank Phillip, Patricia, Steven, Tara Sandy and Ian. She was also a Great Gran to eight little ones who she had the great pleasure to meet and love them all. Marion is also survived by sisters, Georgena Morris, Hamilton, ON, Joyce (Clifford) Gardner, Sydney Mines, Nancy (Kevin) McLellan, Dartmouth, NS, Debbie (Neill) Mac Millan, Hammonds Plaines; brother, Roy (Ev) Patrick, Sydney Mines; in-laws, Irene (Gordon) Wright, Lunenburg, NS, Rose Patrick, St Catherines, ON, Joyce Shaw, Chester, NS and Bill (Phyllis) Walker, Sydney. Besides her parents she was pre deceased by her husband, Frank; baby daughter, Karen; brothers, Roger Patrick, Gordon Shaw and in-laws, Don and Lil Walker, Ernie and Ellen Clark and John and Vera Young. There will be no visitation. A celebration of Marion’s life will take place Thursday February 23, 2017 at 3 p.m. in Carman United Church Sydney Mines with Rev. Nick Phillips officiating with a reception to follow. Family flowers only. A donation may be made to Carman United Church or a charity of one’s choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com <http://www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com/>. Zelda Anne (Reid) MacPhail Passed on: February 18th, 2017 Zelda Anne (Reid) McPhail, 90, of Westmount, passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2017. She was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Boudreau) Reid. In her younger years, Zelda was a seamstress for McCurdy’s and Jacobson’s Ladies Wear. Zelda also served in the Reserve Army for 13 years. She was the last surviving Charter member of the Ladies Auxiliary and a Life member of the Parent Branch, Westside Legion 126. She was an active community member who recently received the Queen’s Jubilee Medal for her efforts. Zelda is survived by her daughter, Lucina; son, George (Coralie); son-in-law, Everett Dickson; sister, Joan Mosher; grandchildren, Linda Clarke (Derek Richards), Christine Coleman (Brian Reid), Paul and Paula Clarke, Justin Dickson, Brooke and Cameron McPhail; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Paige, August and Draydan and many special nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Wourtle; daughters, Leslie Coleman and Lydia Dickson; her partner of many years, John Nash; sisters, Pearl Thompson and Ella Royal; brothers, Charles, Fred, George, Malcolm, Clarence and Gordon and grandsons, Willie and Donnie Coleman. Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral Mass will take place Thursday at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount, with Rev. Doug Murphy officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Cape Breton Veterans Comfort Fund. The family would like to thank Cape Breton County Homemakers, the VON and neighbour and friend, Pat Fraser, for their loving care and concern for Mom. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca <http://www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca/> or e-mailsydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca <mailto:sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca>.