Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CAPE BRETON GENEALOGY & HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION VISIT OUR WEBSITE - <http://www.cbgen.org/>www.cbgen.org NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Cape Breton Deaths April 25, 2014 Friday There were 6 obituaries published today Carmel Ann Williams - 66 yrs Jessie Shara (MacNeil) Morrison - 93 yrs Lorraine Patricia MacNeil - 61 yrs George Anthony Gale - 64 yrs Pauline (Cusack) McDonald - 83 yrs Hazel Sarah Campbell - 92 yrs Carmel Williams Born: July 7th, 1947 Passed on: April 23rd, 2014 It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom, Nana, friend and wife, Carmel Ann Williams, after a lengthy and amazingly courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday, April 23, 2014. Born on July 7, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (Coleman) Ferguson. Left on earth to mourn her loss, and proudly remember her life and spirit, is her husband of 44 years, Joseph Michael Williams; her children, Michelle (Tony) LeBlanc of Hammonds Plains, Ron (Laura) of Sydney, and Gerald (Shauna) of Porters Lake. She also leaves behind a brother, Blair (Joan) Ferguson of Lower Sackville; a sister-in-law, Bev (Dee) Moats of Las Vegas, Nevada; a brother-in-law, Ron (Jeanette) Williams of Sydney and a sister-in-law, Mora Leighton of Dartmouth. She will always be remembered as Nana by her seven grandchildren, Nicholas, Brandon, Samantha, Cole, Rory, Lena and Elijah. Besides her parents, her brother Ron will be waiting to take her by the hand at the gates of Heaven. Mom was passionate about her family and faith, being a devout Catholic at Sacred Heart parish where she grew up and then later at St. Alphonsus and finally at Holy Redeemer parish. Her other passion was for her 33 year career as a teacher. The mark that she left on the hundreds of children taught will be felt forever. Starting at the former Sacred Heart Boys School, she went on to the former Villanova, Eastmount and Jamieson Schools, before ending her career at Harbourside Elementary. Mrs. Williams, as she was known by almost every child in the Whitney Pier area, was fondly remembered as “the one teacher that I will never forget” or, “the teacher that taught me to colour”, as well as the teacher that would meet a student after 20 years, they would remember her and she would remember them. She touched the lives of everyone that she met as a person and as an educator. She reveled in the fact that she was helping kids, troubled or not, learn and gain self-esteem, and that all kids were special, important, and mattered. On top of the pride that she took in teaching, she was also very proud of her tireless work with the NSTU. She was Vice President of Communications in the Cape Breton Local as well as the editor of the NSTU publication “Square One” where she received an exemplary service award. She was also one of the provincial chairpersons for the 100 year commemorative celebration of the NSTU. Even after retirement, she was the secretary of the Retired Teachers Organization up until her illness prevented her from this. Visitation for the late Carmel Williams will take place on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday at 2:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Interment to follow at a later date at St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Low Point. Donations may be made to the CB Palliative An Cala Unit and Run for the Cure. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Jessie Morrison Born In: Inverness, Canada Passed in: New Waterford, Canada Passed on: April 24th, 2014 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beautiful mother Jessie Morrison on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, An Calla Unit. Born in Inverness, she was the daughter of the late John Angus and Catherine MacLellan. Jessie touched the lives of all who knew her with her happy disposition and ready wit. A beautiful woman who enjoyed all who visited her including her wonderful caregivers. She was a member of the former Saint Agnes Parish and belonged to several originations, St. Agnes C.W.L, Saint Agnes Choir, Gaelic Society and New Waterford Historical Society. Jessie is survived by her four sons, Hugh (Alison), Edmonton, Brian (Debbie), New Waterford, Frank (Debbie), Edmonton, Blaise (Cheryl) Bedford; and her only daughter Elizabeth Ann (Michael) Gouthro, New Waterford to whom she resided with for the past fourteen years. She is also survived by her sisters Mary Copan, New Waterford and Christine Kennedy, USA; twelve grandchildren, Alan, David (Butch), Natalie, Leslie, Gregory, Bobby, Nicole, Stephen, Taylor Morrison and Michael, Sheldon and Blair Gouthro; eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews that she truly adored. She was predeceased by her husband Allan of 45 years whom she truly loved and missed since his passing, sister Christy Lloyd and three brothers, Alex, Hughie and Joe. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 27 from 3 – 9 p.m. and a funeral mass will be held on Monday, April 28, 2014 at 10 a.m. in the Parish of Saint Leonard, Mount Carmel Ave, with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will take place in St. Agnes Cemetery followed by a luncheon at the Parish Hall, Convent St., New Waterford. All are welcome. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183 Plummer Ave., New Waterford, 862-7500. Donations in Jessie’s memory can be made to the An Cala, Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. To send online condolences to the family go to; www.mclellanfuneralhome.com. A special thanks to Dr. Azer, Dr. Brian, Dr. Ridder and all the staff from 3A and An Cala who were amazing to her. Lorraine MacNeil Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 23rd, 2014 Our hearts are broken today with the passing of our special sister, Lorraine Patricia MacNeil who passed away on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2014 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with her family by her side. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Louise (Guiffre) MacNeil. She grew up in Westmount and for the last 23 years lived as a resident of Resi-Care, Cape Breton. She was an avid knitter and bingo player, a proud special Olympian, she loved to participate and was a valued seller at the Cruise Ship Pavilion during the summer months, but more importantly she loved to spend time with her family and friends. She worked at the cafeteria at CBU for the past 23 years. Lorraine is survived by sisters Margaret MacNeil, Bonita MacNeil and Joanne (Ed) MacInnis; nephews Stephen MacInnis, Martin MacInnis; neice Krista MacInnis; step-mother Anne MacNeil and step siblings Linda, Janet, Peggy, Gary and Eldon and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held on 10 a.m. Saturday, April 26th, 2014 at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St. Sydney, with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. In lieu of flowers donations in Lorraine’s memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, CBR Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage atwww.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of … George Gale Born In: Whitney Pier Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 23rd, 2014 It is with great sadness that we regret to announce the sudden passing of George Anthony Gale on April 23, 2014 at his home. Born and raised in Whitney Pier, he was the youngest son of the late Elizabeth (Smith) and Thomas Gale. George began his career at Spring Garden Villa. After his graduation from St. John General Hospital, NB as a nursing orderly, he joined the staff at St. Rita’s Hospital. He later worked in the lab as a lab assistant at both St. Rita’s and Sydney City Hospital until ill health caused him to retire. He will be fondly remembered by all his coworkers and ‘patients’ that frequented the blood collection department, and was very proud when he received accolades from them for his skill and technique. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Georgie (Johnston); sons Kevin (Isabelle) and Ken (Ashley). Papa to grandchildren Ethan, Iyla, Charlie, Brody and Cameron, all of Ottawa, Ont; brother Bernie (June), Sydney and sister Theresa Crowder Petawawa, Ont. George will be sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and the Johnston Family. He was predeceased by sisters Mary Harry and Anna MacNeil and brothers John (Clara) and Edward. Visitation will be held at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel, Sunday, April 27 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Monday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. Donations to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Pauline (Cusack) McDonald Born In: Sydney Born: June 30th, 1930 Passed in: Don Mills Ontario Passed on: April 14th, 2014 Pauline McDonald, age 83, of Don Mills, Ont., passed away peacefully in Allendale Nursing Home, Milton, Ont. on April 14, 2014. Born June 30, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Margaret (Hines) Cusack. Pauline was employed at Maritime Tel & Tel for several years until she moved on to have a long, successful career with Air Canada. Pauline is survived by her siblings, Louise Coffin, Patricia 'Patsy' Keough, both of Sydney; William 'Bill' (Mary) Cusack and Cheryl (Donald) Bildstein, both of Halifax; several nieces and nephews. Pauline was predeceased by her husband, George 'Skip' McDonald, formerly of Sydney; brothers, Jack, Frank, George and Gerald and sisters, Eileen (Landry) and Carmel (Brydges). At Pauline's request, there will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be held in St. Theresa's Church, Sydney on May 3rd at 10 a.m. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to The Willow Foundation, 203 Georgian Dr., Oakville, O Hazel Campbell Born In: Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada Passed in: Canada Passed on: April 22nd, 2014 It is with heavy hearts that we note the passing of Hazel Sarah Campbell on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2014. Hazel was born in Saint John, N.B., daughter of Sadie (Crawford) and Sidney Jones. She was predeceased by her son, Carl (Monica) Gerow; her sisters, Ethyl Myers, Vera Holburn, and Evelyn Joseph, as well as, her brothers, Sydney Jones, Sterling Jones, Eldridge Jones, Harry Jones and her grandson, Rossy Gerow. Surviving is son, Leonard (Celesta) Gerow, daughter, Heather Jupp and sister, Gladys Parker. Also survived by grandchildren, Carl Gerow, Leonard Gerow, Allister Gerow, Shelley Gerow, Dwayne Gerow, George Jupp and Scott Jupp; great-grandchildren, Haley Johnston, Amanda Gerow, James Gerow, Loren Gerow, Bailey Gerow, Breanna MacLean, Andy Garnier, Melissa Sherwood-Gerow, Norah Jean Jupp, Griffin Jupp, Connor Jupp, and Caylea Jupp. Born in Saint John, N.B., Hazel moved to Toronto at an early age and then spread her wings to spend time in Florida and California before settling in Cape Breton, the home of her heart. Hazel was a president of the Women’s Institute of Nova Scotia, a Matron in the Order of Eastern Star. She was a member of the Daughters of The Nile, the Rebecca Lodge and St. John’s Anglican Church in Point Edward. In her early years, Hazel became a booking agent for professional musicians. After settling in Cape Breton, Hazel became an active member of the community by operating various business ventures including a home for persons with special needs, a farming venture. She worked in the pulp industry, ran a variety store, as well as multiple bed and breakfasts, commercial properties and local motels. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Monday April 28th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and the funeral will be held in the chapel Tuesday April 29th at 2 p.m., with Reverend Laura McCue officiating. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society and condolences can be sent to www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mailed to [email protected] Hazel was a friend to many and will be sadly missed by her card playing frien