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 10, 2014 Wednesday There were 17 obituaries published this week Stewart, Finley Alexander John - 84 yrs Camus, Marie “Bella” - 65 yrs Gilis, John Angus - 84 yrs MacDougall, Donelda “Nelda” - 71 yrs MacIsaac, Mary Elizabeth “Lila” - 95 yrs MacPhee, Donald Alexander “Tiger” - 69 yrs Palmateer, Kenneth Marshall - 77 yrs Rankin, Mary Rebecca - 94 yrs McLain (Smith), Anne Edith - 82 yrs MacDonell, Margaret Regis Catherine “Marjorie” - 81 yrs Boudreau, Mary Catherine - 92 yrs McMaster (MacDonald), Elizabeth - 86 yrs Wiliams (Campbell), Gloria Jean - 55 yrs LeBlanc, Hubert Austin - 97 yrs Bouregois, Marie Louise - 86 yrs Gillis, Angus Alexander - 67 yrs MacPhee, Mary “Marie” STEWART The death of Finley Alexander John Stewart, age 84, formerly of Inverness, South West Margaree and Piper's Glen occurred on February 12th, 2014 in Cobourg, Ontario. Born July 6th, 1930, he was the son of the late James and Katie (Mac Lellan) Stewart. Finley's parents passed when Finley was very young. He was raised by his aunt and uncles in Pipers Glen. Finley moved to Toronto at the early age of 16. Due to his young age it took him some time to find employment. A senior gentleman took him under his wing and introduced him to the concrete industry. He eventually opened his own concrete business and did well. Finley remained true to his Catholic faith and close to his family in Cape Breton. Finley was known for his sense of humour, storytelling and pleasant manner. Surviving are his cherished wife of 60 years Julie; daughter, Debbie (Robert) Taylor; son, Michael; grandsons; Brian (Amy); Bradley, Cobourg, Ontario; sister; Florence Le Blanc, Inverness, N. S.; brothers; John, In! verness N. 5.; Michael (Mary), South West Margaree; He was predeceased by his parents James and Katie; sisters, Catherine, Mary, and brothers, John Angus, Angus Ranald, Donald and Alex. Cremation has taken place with burial at a later date in Cobourg, Ontario. A Memorial Mass will be held April 16th, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's Church, South West Margaree. Gathering to greet the family to follow in the parish hall. CAMUS Marie “Bella” Camus, 65, Chémoi Group Home, Cheticamp, died April 1st, 2014 in Sacred Heart Community Health Centre. Born in Cheticamp to the late Joseph Camus and Marie Marguerite “Maggie” (Larade) Camus, Bella was a very special lady. She has been a resident of Chémoi Group Home for several years and has been an active participant at the Green Door. She enjoyed going for walks, music and working at the school cafeteria. Bella was always happy to see people she knew. Her family meant everything to her and she remembered everyone’s birthday. She loved to go visit with her sisters, Bernice and Marina. Bella will be missed by her family and her family at the Chémoi. She is survived by brothers Patrice Camus and Napoleon (Dorrine) Camus; sisters Bernice Chiasson and Marina Camus. In addition to her parents, Bella was predeceased by brother Pierre Louis Camus in infancy; sisters Isabelle Camus in infancy and Germaine Cormier. Visitation was held at Cheticamp Funeral! Home. Funeral service was held on Thursday, April 3rd, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to Sacred Heart Community Health Centre or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to: [email protected] GILLIS John Angus Gillis, 84, of Port Hood, peacefully passed away Tuesday, April 1st, 2014, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital. Born in Harbourview June 24th, 1929, he was a son of the late John D. and Janet (Beaton) Gillis; beloved husband of Carmelita (MacDonald); dear father of Elaine (Pat) Daly; and proud grandfather of Claire and John. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Catherine Gillis, Oakville, Ont.; Florence (Angelo) Amara, Boston, Mass., and Elaine (Stuart) Tyler, Oakville, Ont. He will also be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews who were frequent visitors over the years. John Angus was predeceased by his brothers, Joe (Red Lake, Ont.) and Angus, (Toronto), and by his sister, Mary Janet (Truro). John Angus was a long- time member of St. Peter’s Parish, Port Hood. A special thank you to Dr. Lok and the nursing staff of the East Wing in Inverness who cared for John Angus in such a kind and compassionate manner. Visitation took place in Port Hood Resti! ng Place Friday, April 4th. A funeral mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 4th at St. Peter’s Church, Port Hood, with burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Peter’s Parish Cemetery Fund, Port Hood. On-line condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. MacDOUGALL It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we regret to announce the passing of our Mom and Nanny, Donelda “Nelda” MacDougall on March 29th, 2014 in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Nelda was born March 10th, 1942, to the late Margaret and Archie MacDonnell and raised in Mabou Coal Mines by a very special and loving aunt and uncle, the late Katie Jane “Mama” and Dannie Neil MacPhee. She was predeceased by her loving husband, John Francis MacDougall. She was survived by sons Hughie (Cathy), and Kyle (Gloria); daughters, Kimmy (Roy) and Tammy, all of Inverness; also the eight sparkles in her eye and the joys of her life: her grandchildren Aileen, Graham, Cody, Mia, Luke, Ronnie, Baby Kyle, and Abby; brothers Angus, Archie, Ronald “Buppy”, Lauchie, Alex “Hubba”, Alfred, and Billy; sisters Catherine “Kay”, Mary Florence “Sissy”, Margaret “Babes”, Shirley, Josie, Kathleen, and Susie; as well as nume! rous nieces and nephews. Nelda was also predeceased by brothers, John Lauchie, Alex, Neil, Ranald “Pushie,” Donnie, and R.D.; sisters Norma and Ann Marie. Nelda was small but mighty. Becoming a widow at the young age of 37, and being left with four small children to raise on her own, was a true testament of how strong she was. It was after this major loss that she left New Brunswick and returned home to Inverness with her cherished children where she lived and worked in various restaurants until the age of retirement. She fulfilled her life by spending time with her grandchildren and playing the odd game of bingo here and there. For those that have spent any time in her home or dropped in for a cup of tea know that Nelda always made sure no one left with an empty stomach. She will always be remembered for her strong will and quick wit. RIP Nanny Nelda! Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21st, from 2:00-2:45 p.m., followed by funera! l mass at 3:00 p.m. in Stella Maris Church, Inverness. Burial ! to follo w in the parish cemetery. No flowers please. Memorial donations may be made to Central Inverness Palliative Care Society or to Stella Maris Parish Cemetery Fund, Inverness. On-line condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. MacISAAC It is with sadness we announce that Mary Elizabeth “Lila” MacIsaac passed away peacefully at the Inverary Manor, Inverness, on April 2nd. She was 95. Born in Inverness on April 5th, 1918, the daughter of Angus and Catherine (MacNeil) Gillies, Lila was a loving caregiver all her life. She devoted the early part of her life to caring for her father until his death, after which she moved to Montreal to work. There, for a number of years, she looked after three young children, forming a bond with that family that continued through correspondence for decades. Upon the death of her older sister, Mary Catherine “Kit” Macdonald, Lila returned from Montreal to look after a nephew, 6, and two nieces, 4 and 18 months. It was during this time that she became an employee at St. Mary’s Hospital in Inverness, where her care for children in the nursery was legendary among her co-workers. “There was never a crying child when Lila was in the nursery,” one former coworker noted.! When St. Mary’s Hospital and the Inverness Memorial Hospital merged to become the new Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, Lila worked in the hospital’s Extended Care department, caring for elderly patients awaiting placement in long term care. She was there until her retirement, marking four decades of health care service. Lila was a devout member of Stella Maris Parish. Her last years were lived in the Inverary Manor where all the love and care she shared with others through her personal commitment to family and professional commitment as a health care worker was returned tenfold through the tenderness and kindness of a staff about whom Lila constantly told visitors, “They are so good to me in here.” She was predeceased by her parents, Angus and Catherine Gillies, by an only sister, Catherine (Fred), an only brother, Joe, and by her husband, Alex Dan MacIsaac. Lila MacIsaac is survived by a nephew, Frank (Virginia), Inverness, two nieces, Freda Macdonald, I! nverness, and Jacqueline Kellock, Calgary; a loving nephew-by-! marriage , Joey (Pauline) Doucet of Inverness, and niece-by-marriage, Frances (Pat) Muldoon, Ottawa, several grand and great grand nephews and nieces, and all who remember her with the same loving kindness she showed to others. Lila’s remains have been cremated and a Funeral Mass and internment in the Stella Maris Parish Cemetery will be announced at a future date. Anyone wishing to make a contribution in Lila’s memory can do so by donating to the Inverary Manor. MacPHEE Donald "Tiger" Alexander MacPhee of Mabou, age 69, passed away peacefully in Halifax on March 31st, 2014. Born on August 4,1944 in South Porcupine, Ontario, he was the son of Marie (Strand) MacPhee and the late Danny MacPhee. Donnie is survived by his mother, Marie, his siblings Alfie (Lucille), Jimmy (Jan), Brian, Margaret, Sandy (Sharon), Christene MacDonald, Cathy Lingard (Lorne), Dale (Cathy), Patricia Hughes (George), and Danny (Patrice). He was pre-deceased by his father, Danny, and his brother, Gus. He was a beloved uncle and grand uncle to many nieces and nephews. Donnie spent much of his life in Ontario, where he was a heavy equipment operator who was well known for his expertise in his field. In 2008, he returned home to live in Mabou. He loved nothing more than to spend time outdoors on his four wheeler, exploring the back roads with his friends. It was a rare sunny day in Mabou when Tiger would not be seen driving over town on his scooter. He was an avid tinkere! r, who was up to the challenge of fixing anything and everything that needed it. He took great pleasure and pride in his family, especially his young grand nieces and nephews, in whom he found much joy and happiness. His constant bravery, courage, and endurance in the face of his many physical challenges and illnesses was a great inspiration to everyone who knew him. Visitation was held at St. Mary's Church, Mabou, on Friday, April 4th. Funeral mass was held at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Mabou, with Fr. Angus Morris presiding. Memorial contributions to Palliative Care Society or St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made to [email protected] PALMATEER It is with deepest regret; we, the family announce the passing of Kenneth Marshall Palmateer. He passed away Sunday, March 16th, 2014 with his loving wife Thelma at his side. Ken was born in Toronto, Ontario on July 16th,1936.to the late Marshall and Mabel Palmateer. He is survived by his loving wife Thelma, sons; Rick (Melissa), Steve (Debbie) and Scott (Lisa); 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents he was pre-deceased by a grandson, Tyler. Ken's second love, after his family, was “The Margaree Valley” where he and Thelma lived for the past 15 years. At Ken's request there will be no visitation or service; burial will be at a later date in Ontario. Donations in memory of Ken may be made to Wilson United Church, Margaree Centre, NS. RANKIN Mary Rebecca Rankin, 94, of Mabou. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, on March 31st, 2014, in Inverary Manor, Inverness. Mary was a daughter of the late William and Annie (MacDonnell) Parker. Mary was born on June 4th, 1919, and was raised in Brookvillage. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church, Mabou, and spent her earlier years helping her dad at his saw mill. In 1942, she married John Alex and moved to the homestead at Rankinville. There, they raised 11 children. Mary was a kind and caring lady and loved by everyone. She always served a great cup of tea to anyone who came to her home. She was always an avid card player and loved to win! She also loved to have the Ace of Hearts in her hand as she felt she could either win the game or put you down. She was well known for her handmade woolen socks. Mary had wonderful friends over the years that were of great comfort to her during times of sadness in her life. Mary will be sadly missed! by children, Elaine (Gerry) of Lower Sackville; Sandy (Heather), Rankinville; Finley (Sadie), Scotsville; Cecilia (Ed), Lower Sackville; Cathy, Mabou; Annette (Brian), Liverpool; John Francis (Brenda), Rankinville and Elizabeth (Lauchie), Troy. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, John Alex; her sons, Alan and Willie; daughter, Mary Margaret and daughter in infancy; her brother, Archie and her sister, Margaret; and great granddaughter, Ella Rose. We would like to extend our sincere thank you to the wonderful staff at the Manor for the great care given to our Mom. Visitation was held on Thursday, April 3rd, in the Vestry of St. Mary’s Church, Mabou. Funeral mass was held on Friday, April 4th at 11:00 a.m., in St. Mary’s Church, Mabou with Father Angus Morris officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. Family flowers only please. Donations can be made to the Inverary Manor, Inverness or! to St. Mary’s Cemetery fund, Mabou. On-line condolences may! be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. McLAIN Anne Edith (Smith) McLain of Stoughton, Massachusetts and Hillsborough, Inverness County passed away at Norwood Massachusetts Hospital on the 27th of March. Born in Hillsborough on April 18th, 1931, she was the daughter of Theophilus J. (John William) and Mary Margaret (Mae) (MacAskill) Smith and the granddaughter of William and Ann (MacFarlane) (MacDonald) Smith, and a descendant of Capt. David and Rebecca (Lombard) Smith, first settlers on Port Hood Island, and of Ralph Smith who came to Massachusetts in 1635 from England. The Smith farmhouse on the Rankinville Road was the subject of the book Always Room for One More which has illustrations by Peter Rankin. Its unusual style and history were recorded in two other books on architecture. She maintained the home for several decades after she left to work in Boston. Employed for many years at Raytheon Manufacturing Company, she was an assembly line supervisor and then a shop steward for several years. She was predeceased by ! her parents and her former husband William McLain of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. She is survived by her good friend and confidante Peggy Sewcyk of Stoughton, Massachusetts and by a number of close relatives in Cape Breton, Massachusetts, and many places in the United States and Canada. Her cousins are members of the Smith, Rankin, Hawley, MacDonald, St. Clair, Webber, MacFarlane and MacAskill families. She enjoyed her long friendship with Helena MacDonald of Mull River and with her cousin, the late Kathleen (Wright) Rankin of Mabou, and many former neighbours. Deeply fond of her childhood home and many connections in Inverness County, she wished her ashes to be committed to the earth in the First Settlers (Pioneer) Cemetery of Hillsborough, close to her birthplace. A service of remembrance will take place at that time in the summer. Memorials may be sent to the treasurer of that burial ground, Leonard Tobey, treasurer, United Church of Port Hood. MacDONELL It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Margaret (Marjorie) Regis Catherine MacDonell, much-loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, who died peacefully on Friday, March 28th, 2014 surrounded by her loving family in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, at the age of 81. Margie was born October 30th, 1932 to the late Philomena (Moran) and Duncan Gillis. She was raised on the family farm in Glencoe with her five siblings. Later she moved to Toronto where she married and started a family with the love of her life, Angus. Together they moved back to Glencoe where they raised their eight children. A woman of strong faith, Margie persevered through life’s adversities, taking pride and joy in life’s simple pleasures. She lived her life one day at a time. Her happiest moments were when her foot was tapping to a fiddle tune or listening to her children sing. Together Margie and Angus enjoyed their time spent with her children and grandchildren! in the Field of Dreams. Margie is survived by her children, AD (Barrie, Ontario); Gary (Valerie), Trenton; David (Sheila), Judique; Diane (Charlie), Port Hood; Glen (Annette), Glencoe; Ronnie (Lori), Glencoe; her 23 beautiful grandchildren and her 14 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her loving sister Mary Conlon. She will be dearly missed by her special friend Annie Margaret. Margie is predeceased by her husband Angus, son Wayne and daughter Marcey. She is also predeceased by brothers Joe, Danny, Richie and Pat. Visitation in Port Hood Resting Place was on Monday, March 31st and Tuesday, April 1st with funeral mass today, Wednesday, April 2nd at 11:00 a.m., at St Peter’s Parish Church, Port Hood, with Father Dan MacDonald as celebrant, burial to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Port Hood Resting Place or Central Inverness Palliative Care Society. On-line condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com. BOUDREAU Mary Catherine Boudreau, 92, of Cheticamp, passed away March 21st, 2014 in Foyer Père Fiset, Cheticamp. Born at Belle Côte, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Marguerite (Arsenault) Aucoin. As a young adult, she moved to Montreal where she met and married her husband of 52 years, Thomas Boudreau of Cheticamp. Subsequently they moved to New Jersey where they lived for 25 years before returning to Cheticamp in 1975. Mary had many talents and interests and a passion for playing bridge. A woman of great character, she had a deep love and concern for family and friends. She will be sadly missed by daughter Gisele (John) and grandson Eric; brothers Constant and Raphael; sisters Theresa, Florence and Rita; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband Thomas Boudreau; stepmother Elizabeth Deveau Aucoin; brother Joseph; sisters Beatrice, Julia, Jeannette and Josephine. The body was cremated. Funeral mass and burial will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangement! s were under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. Condolences may be sent to: [email protected] McMASTER It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth (MacDonald) McMaster at the Inverary Manor on March 25th, 2014. Elizabeth was born in Glencoe Mills on June 9th, 1927, the daughter of the late John Archie and Anne (MacLellan) MacDonald. She shared many fond memories of life on the farm and had a special spot in her heart for horses. Elizabeth is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Alexander; children Jane, Halifax; Cameron (Staci), Singapore; Sandra (Jim) Neynens, Fall River; and Eileen (Brian) Hudner, Winnipeg. She is also survived by grandchildren Patrick, Carson, William, Ashley, Andrea, Jade, Chantel, Damian, Kaelan, Xavier and Cedric, also many nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was predeceased by her son, Jerome; sisters Jane MacDonald, Flora (Dougald), Mary (Joe) Beaton; brothers Joe (Mary) MacDonald and Michael (Kay) MacDonald. Funeral Mass was held Monday, March 31st, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church, Brook Village, with Father! Angus Morris officiating, burial in St. John the Baptist Cemetery. Donations in memory of the late Elizabeth McMaster may be made to St. John the Baptist Cemetery Fund. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Sunset Funeral Co-operative Ltd., Margaree Valley. Online condolences may be sent to the family at: [email protected] WILLIAMS Gloria Jean (Campbell) Williams, 55 years, passed away on Saturday, March 22nd, 2014, surrounded by family in Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Inverness on June 28th, 1958, she was a daughter of the late Finley and Mary Ann (MacKinnon) Campbell. Gloria was a member of Stella Maris Church, Inverness. She is survived by her brothers, Lorne (Karen), Halifax; Joe, Angus, Kevin, Inverness; John, B.C.; Paul, Basil, Calgary; sisters Marie (Ollie), Forsyth, New Waterford; Geraldine (John) MacLellan, Margaree; Claire (late Allen), Inverness. She is also survived by her nieces, Sarah and Jolene, nephews Aaron and Garrett. She was predeceased by her brother Gerard; sister in-law Liz and nephew Jason Campbell. Gloria will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and all who came to know her. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will take place in Stella Maris Church, Inverness, with burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. In ! lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Stella Maris Parish Cemetery Fund, Inverness. On-line condolences may be sent to www. invernessfuneralhome.com. PALMATEER It is with deepest regret we, the family, announce the passing of Kenneth Marshall “Ken” Palmateer. He passed away at Baddeck Memorial Hospital Sunday, March 16th, 2013 with his loving wife Thelma at his side. Ken was born in Toronto, Ontario on July 16th,1936 to the late Marshall and Mabel Palmateer. He is survived by his loving wife Thelma; sons Rick (Melissa), Steve (Debbie) and Scott (Lisa); 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents he was pre-deceased by a grandson, Tyler. Ken's second love, after his family, was “The Margaree Valley” where he and Thelma lived for the past 15 years. At Ken's request there will be no visitation or service; burial will be at a later date in Ontario. Donations in memory of Ken may be made to Wilson United Church, Margaree Centre. Arrangements are under the direction of Sunset Funeral Co-operative Ltd., Margaree Valley. Online condolences may be sent to [email protected] LeBLANC Hubert Austin LeBlanc, 97, of Foyer Pre Fiset, Cheticamp, formerly of Margaree, passed away on March 20th, 2014 at Sacred Heart Community Health Centre, Cheticamp. Born in Margaree, he was the son of the late Simon and Mary (LeBlanc) LeBlanc. Hubert joined the armed forces in 1943 and served until his discharge in 1946. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #32, Cheticamp. He worked as a coal miner for over 40 years in Northern Ontario, Quebec, New Waterford and for many years at Evans Coal Mine in St. Rose, Inverness County.Hubert was known as a hard worker. He overcame many health issues throughout his lifetime, but remained physically strong and independent till his 97th year. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, he was known for his sense of humour and sense of style. He loved to spend time fishing on the Margaree River, enjoying a good meal, sitting in the sun admiring the view and welcoming people to his home. He is survived by son Hubert Jr. (Pa! uline), Milton, Ont.; daughter Sylvia (Kenneth) Crowdis, Sydney River; grandchildren Steven LeBlanc, Milton, Ont., Robert LeBlanc (Katherine), Toronto, Ont. and Suzanne Crowdis (Paul Knight), Ottawa, Ont. He was predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Margaret (Muise) in August, 2013; brother Simon Joseph; and sisters Lucy, Emma, Alice, Mary Ellen and Phyllis. The body was cremated. Funeral mass was held on Saturday, March 22nd, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Michael’s Church, East Margaree, burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Foyer Pre Fiset. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. Condolences may be sent to: [email protected] BOURGEOIS Marie Louise Bourgeois, 86, Cheticamp, passed away March 12th, 2014, in Foyer Père Fiset. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late John and Bertha (Deveaux) Deveaux. Marie Louise hooked rugs (Acadian tradition) for many years. She enjoyed music and played host to many family get-togethers. She lived a simple life and was content with this. She is survived by daughter Evelyn (Stephen) Doyle, Point Cross; grandchildren Stephanie Doyle and Brandon Doyle. She was predeceased by her first husband, Henri LeBlanc; second husband Johnnie Bourgeois; infant son Joseph Arthur LeBlanc; infant daughters Marie Elizabeth LeBlanc and Lucie May Bourgeois. The body was cremated. Funeral mass was held on Friday, March 21st, 2014 at 2:30 p.m. at Foyer Père Fiset, Cheticamp, burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to Foyer Père Fiset. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd. Condolences may be sent to: [email protected]! c.ca. GILLIS Angus Alexander Gillis, October 15th, 1946-March 14th, 2014. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angus. He was the loving husband of 41 years to Barbara. He was a devoted father to Bruce, Donna (Shane MacDougall), and Mary Jaye; cherished Papa of Maxwell and Mary Kennedy. He was a son of the late D.A. and Sadie (MacNeil) Gillis; dear brother to Alexander (Lawley) of Halifax; Florence and Joe Van Den Hoogen of Mabou; Donna and Louis Cyr of Halifax. Angus will be remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, and close friends. Angus was an employee of Gates Corporation. Although Angus spent the majority of his life in Windsor, Ontario, his heart remained close to his hometown of Inverness, Cape Breton. He was a member of the Cape Breton Club of Windsor and the Knights of Columbus, South Windsor Council #4386. Visitation was held Monday and Tuesday. Funeral was held today, Wednesday, March 19th at 11:15 a.m. ! from Families First, 3260 Dougall Avenue, Windsor, Ontario (519-969-5841), to Corpus Christi Church, 1400 Cabana Rd. West for funeral mass at 12:00 noon. Interment was in Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories or photos at www.FamiliesFirst.ca. MacPHEE Mary “Marie” MacPhee, 91, of Inverness formerly of Port Hood passed away in Inverary Manor with family by her side on Sunday, March 16th, 2014. Born on February 28th, 1923 in Rocky Ridge, Port Hood, she was the daughter of the late Angus Peter and Mary Burke Rankin. Marie was a member of St. Peter’s Church, Port Hood, and was a member of the CWL, Port Hood. Her love was the family farm in Colindale surrounded by her most important part of her life, “family.” Marie is survived by children Don, Maura, Helen (Andy Frosst), Mary (Robbie Sutherland), Angus, and Gerard; sisters Christy and Catherine Annie. She is predeceased by her daughter Rose (1982), husband John (1982), sisters Catherine, Margaret, Elizabeth, Bridget, and sister in infancy, brother Alexander, many nieces and nephews. Marie will be sadly missed by all but never forgotten. Visitation will be held in Port Hood and Area Resting Place on Wednesday, March 19th, 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass wil! l be held on Thursday, March 20th at 2:00 p.m. in St. Peter’s Church, Port Hood, with Fr. Vincent vanZutphen officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Inverary Manor, Inverness, or to St. Peter’s Parish Cemetery Fund, Port Hood. On-line condolences may be made to www.invernessfuneralhome.com.