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 09, 2014 Wednesday There were 3 obituaries published today Gerald Barrie - 86 yrs Rev Donald Nicolle - 83 yrs Kathleen Ann Johnston - 77 yrs Gerald Barrie Born In: Florence Born: February 6th, 1928 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: April 8th, 2014 It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we, the family, announce the passing of a treasured husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Gerald Barrie of Sydney Mines, on April 8, 2014, at the age of 86. Gerald passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence on Feb. 6, 1928, he was the son of the late George and Cecilia (Cantwell) Barrie. A man of incredible love and faith, he was an active member of St. Pius X parish. He was employed as a stationary engineer at the Northside General Hospital until his retirement in 1993. One of his many joys in life was spending relaxing summers at his cabin in Beaver Cove with family and friends. Over the past 36 years Gerald would spend countless hours at the cabin gardening, making preserves, playing cards, swimming in the Bras d’Or Lakes, sitting by the campfire and pushing his grandchildren and then great-grandchildren on the swings. For many years he enjoyed bowling in both the men’s and mixed leagues at Strand bowling alley. He also loved walking, day trips, travelling, dancing, fishing and hunting. In his younger years, Gerald enjoyed skating and playing hockey with his brothers. He was a kind, warm and outgoing man with an enthusiasm for everything he pursued. Gerald took nothing for granted and lived each day to the fullest. He was a gentle soul, and his welcoming personality and permanent smile helped make him a friend to all. He was deeply loved and well respected by those who knew him. Left to mourn Gerald is his loving wife of 64 years, Theresa (McKenna); his devoted children, Brian (Cecily), Halifax, Madonna (Bud) Huntley, North Sydney, and Maureen (Reza) Khierdoost, Halifax. He will forever be remembered for his everlasting strength by his three grandchildren, Jennifer (Lloyd) Hall, Stephen Huntley (Trish Noble) and Laurie (Geoff) Jay. Papa B’s beaming smile, warm hugs and high fives will never be forgotten by his three great-grandchildren Kailee and Mallory Hall and Tyler Jay. Gerald is also survived by sisters, Bernadette Whittem, Ontario, and Ann Quinn, Florence; brothers, Mac, Sydney Mines, and Dave (Theresa) Florence and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his twin sons, Malcolm and Joseph in infancy, brothers, Nat and Adrian, sister Adelaide Clancy and two sisters in infancy. Visitation for Gerald Barrie will be held today (Wednesday, April 9) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish (the former St. Pius X Parish) on Thursday, April 10, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ray Huntley officiating. A reception will be held in the parish hall, following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CNIB (cnib.ca or 1-800-563-2642), The Canadian Cancer Society or charity of one’s choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Rev. Donald Nicolle Born: October 10th, 1930 Passed on: April 8th, 2014 Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, Reverend Donald Everett Nicolle, retired priest of The Anglican Church of Canada and CBC Halifax & Newfoundland. Predeceased by parents, Everett & Mary Nicolle; sister, Marion; brothers, Jack, William and Harold and daughter, Jennifer Saucier. Left to mourn his wife of 60 years, Faith (nee Whalley); children, Cathy (Lloyd Best), Mary Faith 'Nikki' (Harvey Froude), John, Robert (Gary Purcell), Marion, Chris (Cathy nee Snow), Mark 'Moose' and Natasha; son-in-law, Gille Saucier; grandchildren, Donald Saucier (Allison), Arthur Froude (Heather), Timothy Best, Eric Saucier (Chantel), Sarah Best (Bradley), Oliver Nicolle and Patrick Nicolle; great-grandchildren, Pascal Saucier & Damien Saucier and also a large number of nieces, nephews, & friends. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Clare’s 7 West and Hoyles Home North 1 for their outstanding care and help during the past year. Visitation will be held at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave., on Wednesday, April 9, and Thursday, April 10, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place from The Church of The Good Shepherd, Richard Nolan Drive, Mount Pearl on Friday, April 11, 2014, at 1 p.m., with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Church of The Good Shepherd or Habitat for Humanity, St. John’s. To sign the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca. Kathleen Johnston Born In: Worhester Mass. Passed in: Sydney Passed on: April 4th, 2014 With heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Kathleen Ann Johnston, age 77, on Friday, April 4, 2014 at her home in Sydney. Born in Worcester, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Earl W. and Kathleen Doris (Bedwin) Johnston. Kathy was a physical education teacher in Connecticut for four years and later in Sydney at Sydney Academy and Holy Angels High Schools for 30 years. She served on the Board of Directors of the Sydney Curling Club, where she was an instructor for the Junior Curling Program. Kathy was an avid gardener and she also enjoyed bowling and swimming. She is survived by her family, cousins, Earl (Yvonne) Johnstone and family and Mary (Dennis) Marsh and family, Mabel Johnstone and family and Marion 'Mamie' Johnstone and family. Besides her parents Kathy was predeceased by cousins William 'Bill' Johnstone, Doris (Malcolm) Parks and Roy Johnstone. Visitation for Kathy will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A service for Kathy will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Hannem officiating. Reception to follow at Calvary Baptist Church, North Sydney. Burial in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Sydney Curling Club or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com.