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 January 31, 2014 Friday There were obituaries published today Ferman James Furey Jr. - 48 yrs Damus Edward Jessome - 66 yrs Michael Gerard McIntyre - 65 yrs Harold “Bruce” Sudworth - 66 yrs Neil Gregory “Greg” MacMullin - 57 yrs Clifford Felix Hall - 92 yrs Leo Daniel Rendell - 62 yrs Kevin K. Tobin - 60 yrs Ferman Furey Born: June 13th, 1965 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: January 28th, 2014 Ferman James Furey, Glace Bay, passed away at the family home surrounded by his “three girls” — his Mom, Shirley, his sister, Annette and his soulmate, Andrea, on Jan. 28, 2014, at the age of 48 after a short courageous battle with cancer. Ferman was born on June 13, 1965, son of the late Ferman Furey Sr. and Shirley (Arseneau) Furey. He was an avid craftsman/carpenter and took great pride in everything he created. At the time of his diagnosis, he was employed at Meco Construction as a carpenter. He always enjoyed working with wood. He was a very outgoing, dedicated, and caring guy. Ferman would do anything and everything for anyone. He wouldn’t care if he had a penny in his pocket; he would selflessly jump in and make sure things were taken care of. He was a member of the Tower Road Volunteer Fire Department for over 20 years, and held the position of deputy fire chief at the time of his death. One of his greatest achievements was saving a man’s life from a house fire while he was off duty for which he received the Governor General of Canada’s Commendation award for bravery. His response was “It’s a little overwhelming”. In 1998-99 he was selected Fire Fighter of the Year at Tower Road. He was a very humble and modest man. He was a jack-of-all-trades. He was their cook, DJ, bartender, sign maker, carpenter, maintenance person, tour guide, and trainer, but most importantly was the ability to save lives and be a dedicated firefighter. He was so proud to be a part of all this! Besides his mother, Shirley, he is survived by his only sister, Annette (Malcolm) Taylor of Oromocto, N.B.; his soulmate, Andrea Langille and two beautiful daughters, Joehanna Ward and Samantha Ward. It is with regret, his children were not able to be with their loving Dad in his hour of need. Our hearts are broken. The family would like to extend thanks to all friends and family, whose love and endless support made dark days a little brighter. To the nurses, VON, Doctors, Palliative Care, and Red Cross, whose care and compassion made living with and treating the illness a little easier. They helped make Ferman’s wish to spend his final days in his home, with his family, a reality. A wake will be held on Friday, Jan. 31 from 7-9 p.m. at Patten Funeral Home, Union Street, Glace Bay. There will be a funeral mass held Saturday, Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church, Main Street, Glace Bay, with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. The mass will include all Fireman honours. Reception to follow in the church foyer. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Tower Road Volunteer Fire Department, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Donations can be made to Palliative Care and the Tower Road Volunteer Fire Department or the charity of choice. May Ferman find peace without pain and suffering in his final resting place. You will forever be in our hearts. Words of comfort may be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com. Damus Jessome Born In: Little Bras d'Or Born: June 26th, 1947 Passed in: Boularderie East Passed on: January 29th, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Damus Edward Jessome, 66, of Boularderie East on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014. Born in Little Bras d'Or on June 26, 1947, he was the grandson of the late John-Matt and Mary Jessome, by whom he was raised. Damus made his career as a Mack Truck technician in Burlington, Ont. After 40 years, he moved back home to Cape Breton to enjoy his retirement. Damus loved his animals and nature. In the summer, he enjoyed kayaking. Some of his favourite stops were Don Cherry's to get a pound of wings, or Winnie’s Wagon in Bras d'Or. Damus is survived and will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Elaine Jessome; his daughters, Susan Jessome (Mandel) Pero, Boularderie East, and Lisa, St. Catharines, Ont. He thought the world of his five grandchildren, Jonathan, Nicolas, Ricky, Jessie and Annie-Grace, and his great-grandson, baby Damus. He is also survived by son-in-law, Steve Beaudry, St. Catharines, Ont.; brothers, Melvin (Bernice), Florence, David (Juanita), Guelph, Ronnie, Toronto, Sandy (Christine), Florence and Wayne (Phoebe) ,George's River; sisters, Anne Marie (John Riley),Point Aconi, Deloris (Lawrence) LeBlanc, Boston, Marcella McGrath, Boston and Josie (Ed) King, Florence. Visitation for Damus Jessome will be held in J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Friday, Jan. 31, 2014), from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A celebration of his life will take place Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Bras d’Or, with Fr. Sandy MacNeil officiating. A reception will be held in the parish hall, following the mass. In lieu of flowers, donations in Damus’ memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Damus will be missed by his friends and family, but never forgotten." Michael McIntyre Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: January 30th, 2014 Michael passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014 at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Reserve Mines, he was the son of the late Michael and Violet (Chant) McIntyre. Michael is survived by two brothers, Ray & John R.; a sister, Miriam, all at home and a sister, Donna, Alberta. He is also survived by nephews, Barrie & Bernie McIntyre, Jeffery and Michael Paufler; a niece, Maria Paufler; grandnephew, Mitchell McIntyre; grandnieces, Morgan & Madelaine McIntyre and a great-grandnephew, Mathew. Michael was predeceased by a brother, Calder and sister, Gerarda in infancy. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. There will be no visitation or funeral mass. Interment will be held at a later date in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Reserve Mines. A very heartfelt thank you to the nurses of 4C, C.B. Regional Hospital and 4th Floor, Glace Bay Hospital. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Harold 'Bruce' Sudworth Passed in: Sydney Passed on: January 29th, 2014 Bruce Sudworth of Glace Bay, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Bruce served in the Canadian military for seven years and later worked for the Commissionaire Corps. He is survived by two sons, Joey and David; a brother, William; three grandchildren and his best friend, Roger Hall. Bruce was predeceased by his daughter, Pamela. Cremation has taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. There will be no visitation or funeral service. Burial will be held in St. Mary’s Anglican Cemetery at a later date. Heart felt thank you to Palliative Care at the C. B. Regional Hospital, Sydney. As an expression of sympathy for Bruce, donations may be made to palliative care. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Neil 'Greg' MacMullin Born In: Glace Bay Born: January 23rd, 1956 Passed in: Olds, Alberta, Canada Passed on: January 5th, 2014 Neil Gregory MacMullin was born Jan. 23, 1956 in Glace Bay, N.S. Greg was carried home in the arms of his heavenly father on Jan. 5, 2014 at the age of 57 years. Greg is free now from the bondage of the chains of cancer. Greg loved to watch the UFC and he was our “Ultimate Fighting Champion”. He never, ever gave up. He got up every day, took on the day and was always planning for tomorrow. He was still “swinging for the fence”. Nevertheless, like all fighters there comes a time to retire and Greg’s time came. Greg's career started at Atomic Energy of Canada in Glace Bay, N.S. In 1986, he started working for Chevron in Fox Creek and in 1991 moved to Olds where he started work for Shell Canada. It was not unusual for co-workers and acquaintances to express how much they liked working with/for Greg. Greg loved practical jokes and having a great laugh. He exemplified all the titles of son, brother, husband, father & friend, we are all better for having known & loved him. He will be remembered in every breath, laugh & sometimes tears. Greg will never be forgotten. Greg is survived by his wife, Cathy (nee Debison); daughter, Kayla (Brett) Ferguson; son, Troy MacMullin; parents, Neil & Betty MacMullin of Glace Bay, N.S.; brother & best friend, Jerry (Carol) MacMullin of Irricanna, as well as a very special aunt, Barb (Lorne) MacIntyre of Port Hawkesbury, N.S. Greg’s loyal companion through all the years his dog, Wynston never left his side. Greg was predeceased by very dear grandparents, James & Elizabeth (Bowers) MacDougall of Glace Bay, N.S. The family would like to thank all Greg’s co-workers for their support and friendships during his illness. Also to all our friends near and far, your support and prayers were appreciated and we are sure that helped to guide Greg’s soul home. In Greg’s memory we would ask you live every day to the fullest, take nothing & no one for granted, forgive one another, love your family & make amends. Life is way too short. May the Peace of Jesus Christ our Lord be with all of you & keep you safe. Pax et Bonum (Peace & Goodwill). Funeral Mass will be held at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Glace Bay on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014 at 10 a.m. with Fr. Leo Boone celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made directly to St. Anne’s Catholic Church. Condolences to the family can be viewed/added at: www.heartlandfuneralservices.com. Footprints One night I had a dream... I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord, and across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonged to me, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of my life flashed before us, I looked back at the footprints in the sand. I noticed that many times along the path of my life, there was only one set of footprints. I also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in my life. This really bothered me, and I questioned the Lord about it. "Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you would walk with me all the way; but I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why in times when I needed you the most, you should leave me. The Lord replied, "My precious, precious child. I love you, and I would never, never leave you during your times of trial and suffering. When you saw only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you. Clifford Hall Born In: Sydney Mines Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: January 29th, 2014 It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories, that we announce the passing of a wonderful husband, father, Poppy, brother, and friend, Clifford Felix Hall, age 92, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014. Cliff passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Northside General Hospital, after a brief illness. Born in Sydney Mines in 1921, he was the son of the late William and Catherine (McConville) Hall. Cliff is survived by his loving wife, of 62 years, Mary (McIntyre) Hall; sons, Brian (Nancy), Ottawa, Wayne (Gail), Lloyd (Sheila), Gary (Gail), all of Bras d’Or, Glen (Yvonne), Leitches Creek, Eddy (Donna), Sydney Mines; daughters, Judy Hall, Sydney Mines and Lynn (Sheldon) Marinelli, Georges River; his grandchildren, Shawn, Shera, Lloyd, Callista, Jennifer, Michael, Mitchell, Jeffery, Kyle, Brent, Ryan, Josh, Marissa, Beth, Mary Ann, and Connor and his great-grandchildren, Grace, Lucas, Kailee, Leeland, Greta, Mallory, Jaxon and Sadie; his sister, Marguerite Walsh; he is also survived by his McIntyre in-laws, many nieces and nephews, Gordon (Mucker) McMahon, whom he thought of as a son, and special friends and neighbours, Peter and Denise Northen. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers Bill, Phonse, Pat, Tommy, Frank, and Jimmy; sisters, Mary Marinelli and Kate McDowell. After serving in the Second World War, Cliff returned home and married the love of his life. He was employed with the N.S. Department of Transportation as a heavy duty mechanic until his retirement in 1985. He will always be remembered for his Sunday dinners of his famous spaghetti and meatballs. Each Sunday was filled with family and laughter, with Cliff sitting in the middle soaking it all in. His family was his pride and joy, and he made sure everyone knew how loved they were. All that entered into his home instantly became family and left with a full belly. He had a special love of interacting with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, always amazed with their cleverness. He enjoyed a good joke, and could keep the attention of the room with his many stories. He had a sharp memory, and he never forgot his many unique secret handshakes with the children. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 31, 2014, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Francis Funeral Home in Sydney Mines. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish (the former St. Pius X Church) on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014, at 10 a.m. with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Burial to take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Canadian Diabetes Association, or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Clifford’s family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca Leo Rendell Born In: Sydney Mines Born: October 2nd, 1951 Passed in: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada Passed on: January 26th, 2014 It is with shock and sadness to receive word on the passing of our brother, a son, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Leo passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at his residence in St. Catharines, Ont., on Sunday, January, 26, 2014. Born in Sydney Mines on October 2, 1951, he was the son of Joe Rendell and the late Cecilia (MacNeil) Rendell. Leo sailed the great lakes for the best part of his life where he made many friends. Besides his father, Leo is survived by a sister Pauline (Garry) Simms, Sydney River; brothers, Wayne (Linda), Bras d'Or and David, Sydney Mines. He also leaves behind to mourn, his children, Raylene (Greg) McShane, Calgary, AB, Derek (Dana) Rendell, Mira, Leo (Darcie), Dartmouth, NS, LauraLee (Dion), Anderson, Ont.; his seven precious grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Also left to mourn his loss is his companion, Winnifred MacDonald, St. Catharines, Ont. Leo was predeceased by his mother Cecilia; brothers, Gerard, Stanley and Joey; paternal and maternal grandparents; sister-in-law Miriam and his niece, Laurie Ann. Funeral arrangement are under the care of Butler Funeral Hom, St. Catharines, Ont. Condolences may be sent: www.yourlifemoments.ca. Burial will take place at a later date in Sydney Mines. If so desired, memorial donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation will be appreciated by his family. "Live in such a way that those who know you but don't know God, will come to know God because they know you." Kevin Tobin Born In: Sydney Passed in: Dartmouth Passed on: January 29th, 2014 Kevin K. Tobin, age 60 of Dartmouth passed away Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014 at the Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Sydney, N.S., he was the son of the late Reginald 'Bussie' and Lucy (Ingram) Tobin. Through his working years Kevin held a variety of positions including firefighter and most recently operating his own small business. He was an active community volunteer and enjoyed many discussions about politics and community events while enjoying a great cup of tea. Kevin was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and was quick to provide assistance to relatives and friends. He was also an accomplished handyman. Kevin is survived by his wife, Elizabeth 'Liz' (Pertus); his two daughters, Kelly Tobin, Dartmouth, Amy (Jonathan) Wamback, Upper Tantallon; sister, Donna Keough, Sydney; grandson, Leland Wamback and nephew, Mark MacKinnon, Sydney,. He will be sadly missed by his four legged friend, Ozzy. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Atlantic Funeral Homes, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, Rev. Jane Clattenburg officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, or Metro SPCA. The family would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Adams, Dr. Van Zoost, Dr. Keating and the nursing staff at the Dartmouth General for the wonderful compassion and care that Kevin and his family received. Online condolences may be made at: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com – Dartmouth Chapel.