Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Inverness Oran Deaths April 23, 2014 Wednesday There were 3 obituaries published this week Hugh Roderick ‘Gooxe” Rankin - 64 yrs John Dan (Angus Alasdair Iain) MacDonald - 99 yrs Hattie E. LeBlanc - 95 yrs RANKIN It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Hugh Roderick "Gooxe" Rankin, much loved father, grandfather, brother and uncle who peacefully passed away on April 12th, 2014, in the Dartmouth General Hospital at the age of 64 with his family at his side. Hugh was born in Inverness on November 8th, 1949 to the late Mary Elizabeth (MacEachern) Rankin and Angus William Rankin. In his earlier life, Hugh worked as a fisherman with his uncle, John Dan Rankin, and also as a labourer. Hugh was a kind man with a big heart. He was a friend, was loved by many and will be missed by all. He was a man of strong faith and a member of the Stella Maris Parish in Inverness. Hugh was an avid sports fan who loved all sports. He would be found at the Inverness racetrack most Sundays and Wednesdays, awaiting a day of harness racing while carefully analyzing the program with his buddies on the hope of catching a long shot. Hugh loved watching baseball and of course his favorite team, the San Francisco Giants. Over the years he was known to have bragging rights about viewing five no-hitters. Football and the New York Giants was another love for Hugh. His all time favorite winter sport was hockey and wouldn't think of missing a Chicago Blackhawks game, his longtime team. When spring arrived, Hugh would be found at the local brooks for trout fishing. He lived his last two years at the Inverary Manor, where the staff were very caring, and many went above and beyond their call of duty to make Hugh feel comfortable and at home. Hugh is survived by his loving daughter, Denise (Daniel), and the pride of his life, his only grandson, James Hugh; his sisters, Mary (Michael) Nutt, Wolfville; Ann, Inverness; Betty, Toronto; Frances (Allan), Port Hood; aunts Helen Dwyer, New Waterford; Betty Graham, Judique; nieces Jenny (Gary) Sisson, Dartmouth; Tegan (Robert) Carlisle, Toronto; nephews Lanny (Lisa) Hanscombe, Inverness; Donnie (Jeanette) Rankin, Dominican Republic; Bradley MacDonald, Port Hood. Visitation was in Inverness Funeral Home from 12 noon-1:45 p.m. with funeral following at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014 in Stella Maris Church, Inverness, with Fr. Duncan MacIsaac officiating, burial in the parish cemetery at a later date.On-line condolences may be made to: www.invernessfuneralhome.com. MacDONALD John Dan (Angus Alasdair Iain) MacDonald (June 4th, 1915-March 3rd, 2014) of Judique, NS passed peacefully on March 3rd, 2014 at Strait Richmond Hospital surrounded by his family. Born on June 4th, 1915 in Millbrook (Judique), NS, he left home in the 1930s and worked the mines and lumber camps of Northern Quebec and Ontario. While in Ontario he joined the Lake Superior Regiment, which was part of the Canadian Advance that liberated Belgium and Holland. He was wounded for the first time in action at Bretville, France. During the final push through Germany in 1945, he was wounded and returned to action and helped liberate Russian prisoners near Brest, Germany. Dad always ensured that German prisoners were allowed to keep their bible. In 2009 he received the Holland medal of honour. He returned home in 1945 and married the beautiful Jessie Nicholson the next year. Following service to his country he was employed as a construction worker, miner, woodsman and lobster fisherman. He was a friend to all in Judique and surrounding areas. Dad was young at heart and treasured his time spent with friends and relatives. Everyone who visited their home enjoyed a hot cup of tea and Dad’s sharp wit. He is survived by his children Peggy, Toronto, ON; Georgina (Brian), Sydney, NS; Bernadette (Al), Swan Hills, AB; Mary (Meo), Senneterre, QC; Camille (Bob), Prince George, BC; Josie (Mike), Calgary, AB; Margie (Bill), Dartmouth, NS; Ian (Bev), Port Hood, NS; grandchildren Jesse, Shane, Shannon, Kristen, Kelly (Andrew), Darren (Krista), Paul (Carole), Natalie (Serge), Robyn (Shane), Lasha, Jenna, James and Rori; great-grandchildren Melissa, Patrick, Mackenzie, Theodore, Madison, Elisabeth and Declan; sisters-in-law Josie MacDonald, Stoughton, MA; and Julie Nicholson of Milwaukee, WI; along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sweetheart Jessie, parents Mary Belle Chisholm and Angus MacDonald, sisters Mary Ann MacMaster and Margaret Preston, brothers Alexander, Angus, Peter, Archibald James, George and Joe. Funeral mass was offered Saturday, March 8th, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, with Rev. Allan MacMillan presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Judique Fire Department and Soldier On (PTSD program). Arrangements were entrusted to Greens Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury (www.greensfuneralhome.ca). LeBLANC After 95 years of a happy and fulfilling life Hattie E. LeBlanc passed away April 10th, 2014, peacefully in her home in Cheticamp at the Foyer Pere Fiset. Hattie was born Feb. 24th, 1919 to the late Isadore and Louise (LeBlanc) Blanchard in New Waterford. Hattie was happily married to Simon Joseph LeBlanc from 1947 until Simon's passing in 1992. Hattie's passing will be mourned by daughters Theresa (Ernie) Olivo, Delta, Ontario; Mary Edinborough, Margaree; grandsons Warren Olivo (Wendy MacMillan), Jason Olivo (Rachael Brodie); great-grandsons Henry Olivo and George MacMillan. Hattie was a hardworking, funloving woman who enjoyed people of all ages. She also enjoyed quilting, cooking, fishing and was a great storyteller. Listening to music was one of her favourite pastimes, especially Scotch fiddle music. She was quite possibly Ashley MacIsaac’s greatest fan. Hattie also loved a good game of cards and liked it even more when she was winning. Hattie was a good neighbour, served her church and community well. She was a member of CWL for many, many years. She was loved by many and will be missed by all. Funeral service was held Monday, April 14th at St Michael's Parish, East Margaree, with Father Peter LeBlanc officiating. Charitable donations in memory of Hattie may be made to the Foyer Pere Fiset, Cheticamp, or St. Michael's Parish Hall Fund. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Sunset Funeral Co-operative Ltd., Margaree Valley. Online condolences may be sent to: [email protected]