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 14, 2014 Tuesday There were 10 obituaries published today Gertrude Dunphy - 81 yrs Christena Pauline (MacKinnon) MacDonald - 91 yrs Theresa Patricia Phillippo - 77 yrs John Cletus Swan - 66 yrs Hugh Daniel MacDonald - 69 yrs Mary Phyllis Burns - 71 yrs Florence Anne Locke - 69 yrs Florence Jane (Ferguson) Johns - 89 yrs Charles Henry Landru - 79 yrs Sandy Joseph “Soupy” “Sandy D” Devison - Gertrude Dunphy Born In: North Sydney Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: January 12th, 2014 It is with great sadness the family announce the sudden passing of our mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Gertrude Dunphy, 81, on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, at the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in North Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Clara Grace (Pieroway) Rose. Gertrude was a member of St. Joseph parish, North Sydney, she volunteered at the Salvation Army retail outlet and in her younger years was an avid walker. Gertrude is survived by her two sons, Donald (Jane) Dunphy, North Sydney, Victor (Barb) Dunphy, Kentville; by her five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; by her brothers, Ronald (Shirley) Rose, Jackie (Sarah) Rose, James (Wilma) Rose, Andrew (Diana) Rose, all of North Sydney, Gerry (Donna) Rose, Westmount, Llewellyn (Paulette) Rose, Dartmouth; by her sisters, Ada Haggerty and Bertha (Lenny) McCormick, both of Sydney Mines. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard Dunphy, also by brothers, Dave, Maurice and Wilfred Rose and sisters, Pamela Boyden, Ruby Harnish, Zita Fowler, Edith Corkery, Ann Holland and Nell Coulet. In accordance with Gertrude’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A private family graveside committal service will take place at a later date at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice in Gertrude’s memory. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com Christena Pauline (MacKinnon) MacDonald Born In: Shenacadie Passed in: Coxheath Passed on: January 13th, 2014 We regret to announce the passing of our loving mother and grandmother, Christena Pauline MacDonald, 91, of Coxheath. As she wished Christena passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 13, 2014, surrounded by her family. Born in Shenacadie, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sarah (MacAdam) MacKinnon. Christena took great pride in her Scottish heritage, travelling to Scotland several times to trace her roots. She was a fluent Gaelic speaker and former member of the Gaelic Society. She loved spending time “up the country” (at Shenacadie). Christena was a very religious woman devoted to her Catholic faith and St. Anne de Beaupré. She enjoyed cooking for others, especially her cherished granddaughter Emily. Mom was happiest surrounded by all her loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gardening and planting flowers was always a favorite pastime. She is survived by her loving children, Eugene, Coxheath, Mary (Louis) Digout, River Bourgeois, and Irene (Peter) Long, Coxheath; cherished grandchildren, Suzanne (Ken) Miles, Michael (Shannon) Long, Stephen (Jill) Long, Emily Long, Louis Digout, Jackie Digout and Mark Digout; great-grandchildren, Christina, Sarah, Kaitlyn Miles and Mikie, Rhiannon, Xander Long. Christena was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene; son, John, sisters, Mary and Elizabeth and brothers, Neil and Rannie. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Paul Murphy, for his many years of compassionate care to our mother. Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16 at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sydney River. Rev. Duaine Devereaux will officiate. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in Christena’s memory may be made to the IWK or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Theresa Phillippo Born In: Sydney Mines Born: August 6th, 1936 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: January 12th, 2014 Theresa Patricia Phillippo passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Jan. 12, 2014, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Center. Born Aug. 6, 1936, in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Wassilaskus. Theresa was an avid member of the CWL and helped to raise countless foster children along with her own seven children, 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is survived by one sister, Shirley Garnier. Left to morn her passing are her sons, Gerald (Melanie), Raymond (Denise); daughters, Sherry her guardian angel, Glenda (Robbie), Connie (David), Janice (Wayne) and Kimberley; her 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by the love of her life Maurice and brother Joseph. There will be no visitation and a celebration of her life will be held Thursday, Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church with Fr. Doug Murphy officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery at a later date. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the Mira Bay staff at Harbourstone who made our mothers day, dancing, singing and always trying to keep a smile on her face. Special thanks also to the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Donations can be made to the Nova Scotia Lung Association or Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences can be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. John Swan Born In: Bras d'Or Born: September 16th, 1947 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: January 12th, 2014 Broken-hearted, we John's family, announce his peaceful passing on Jan. 12, 2014, at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Bras d'Or, on Sept. 16, 1947, John was the son of the late Oscar and Agnes (MacDonald) Swan. John had raced cars in his youth, and maintained an avid interest. A strong NDP supporter, and active in the movement with the ILA Marine Atlantic, John held the office of secretary. He continued his efforts in the office of secretary for Marine Atlantic Pensioners Society. His favourite activity was dancing and karaoke with Alice. He has "sailed the lakes" for a number of years before his perminant employment with Marine Atlantic, until his retirement in 2007. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a baby brother, Cletus, and a much loved stepson, Jason Swan (MacNeil). John is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Alice (McNeil) and her children, Jordan, Jonathan and Bryant Hynes. Siblings, all of Bras d'Or, Frances (Joseph) Howley, Sylvia (Earl) Cantwell, Freda Swann, also, niece Valerie Hussey, N.B. , and brother, Barry Swan. John is also survived by daughter Briar Swan, and several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A visitation will be held on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney. Funeral Mass to take place Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at 10 a.m., with Fr. Sandy MacNeil officiating. Interment to take place in St. Joseph's Church Cemetery, Bras d'Or, at a later date. Online condolences can be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Hugh MacDonald Born In: MacAdam's Lake Passed in: MacAdam's Lake Passed on: January 11th, 2014 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Hugh MacDonald on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014. at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in MacAdam’s Lake, he was the son of the late Andrew and Mary Elizabeth (Currie) MacDonald. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, playing tarabish and bingo. Hugh is survived by daughter, Lori-Ann Tracey, Moncton, N.B.; sons, James and John MacDonald, MacAdam’s Lake; sister, Annie MacDonald; brother, Michael MacDonald; grandchildren, Cheryl Ann Tighe, Michael MacNeil, Eric Wood; great-grandson, Jaxon, as well as niece Mary Theresa MacDonald. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Andrew Campbell, brothers, Michael Gregory and Joe, special friend, Theresa Pettipas. Cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held on 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at St. Mary’s Church, East Bay, with Fr. Frank Abbass officiating. Burial to take place at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Mary Phyllis Burns Born In: Westmount, Canada Passed in: Westmount, Canada Passed on: January 10th, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Phyllis Burns, 71, of Westmount, on Friday, Jan. 10, 2014. Born in Westmount, Phyllis was the daughter of the late James and Albertine (Thompson) Burns. She was a member of Holy Rosary parish, Westmount. Phyllis is survived by her son, Ralph (Nancy); grandson, Tyler (Chelsea) Phillips; special young man, Travis Phillips; brothers, Wessie (Anne-Marie) Burns and James Burns. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Phyllis will be sadly missed by family and friends, especially, her cat, Angel. She was predeceased by an infant daughter, Mary and sister, Bernice Williams. Phyllis loved to have a good laugh and her sense of humour was contagious to everyone who knew her. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Douglas Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. We, your family, miss you. In the house where you use to be we wanted so much to keep you. But, God willed it not to be. Now, you are in God’s keeping. You suffer no more pain. So, dear God, take care of her until we meet again. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email [email protected] Florence Locke Born In: River Ryan Passed in: River Ryan Passed on: January 12th, 2014 With great sadness and love, we regret to announce the passing of Florence Anne Locke on Jan. 12, 2014, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born and raised in River Ryan, N.S., she was a daughter of the late Harriett and Barney Quinn. Florence was a dedicated and passionate teacher for 31 years at St. Michael's School as well as working with the Speech and Hearing Department. Surviving are her sons, Michael (Shelley), Medicine Hat, Alta., Gerald (Nancy), Enfield, N.S.; daughter, Jennifer (Guy Lamey), New Victoria, N.S.; six grandchildren, Lindsey, Jillian, Gerald, Victoria, Joseph and Thomas; four sisters, Joanie (Gerald) Burke, Bernice (Lionel) King, River Ryan, Greta (Leo) MacKinnon, New York, and Lorraine (David) Sheppard, Lingan, N.S. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Shirley (Mickey) MacKinnon and husband Chester Webb. In honour of her wishes, there will be a private family visitation at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford, from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014. Cremation will follow. A funeral mass of celebration will take place Friday, Jan. 17 at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Avenue with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Burial will follow in St. Michael's Cemetery, River Ryan. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Combined Christmas Giving (for details contact Shelley McLellan, chairperson, at 862-6142). Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Florence Jane (Ferguson) Johns Passed in: Sydney Passed on: January 12th, 2014 Florence Jane Johns passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in her 90th year at the Cove Guest Home in Sydney. She was the eldest daughter of five girls born to the late Elizabeth (Ives) and Rod Ferguson. After raising her family, Florence left Sydney Mines and enrolled in the CNA program at the Nova Scotia Hospital in Dartmouth. She completed the course and obtained her CNA’s, achieving the second highest mark on the provincial exams. She remained a valued employee of the Nova Scotia Hospital for over 20 years. It was during this time she met and married the late Carl Johns and they spend nine and a half happy years together. Florence is survived by her daughters, Betty (Dennis) Robello of Point Edward, Margie (Walter) Charlesworth of PEI, and her sons, Rod (Linda) Tobin of Ontario, and Ron (Mauda) Tobin of Mira as well as her youngest sister Alice (George) Beckwith of Sydney. She is also survived by her grandchildren whom she loved dearly — Kyle Ferguston, Lisa Tomko, Kelly Charlesworth, Colin Charlesworth, Kenzie (Tobin) Launiere, Katie Tobin, Sean, Derrick and Terri Tobin and, to whom she was “Nanny who made the best cinnamon buns in the world.” Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband and father of her children Bill (the Barber) Tobin, her second husband Carl Johns as well as sisters Mary Moore, Margie Luker and Catherine Jackson. At Florence’s request, cremation has taken place with Interment to follow at a later date. Her children would like to thank the caregivers at the Cove Guest Home who cared for their Mom especially in her final week, with the utmost loving care — we could not be more grateful. Should anyone wish to make a donation in Florence’s memory to the Cove Creative Care Unit it would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Florence’s family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. Charles Landru Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: January 11th, 2014 Mr. Charles Henry Landru, 79, of Glace Bay passed away on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at his home in Taigh na Mara. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late Emile and Jean (Vercommen) Landru. Charles is survived by his wife, Leona Landru; sister, Jean Toomey (the late Gerald); brother, Emile (Ella) Landru; stepbrother, Frank Verberien (Trudy) and his nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Charles was predeceased by brother, Edgar and sisters-in-law, Glenda and Trudy. By request there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Donations in memory of Charles may be made to Taigh na Mara. Words of comfort may be left for the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. Sandy ( Joseph) ‘Soupy’ ‘Sandy D’ Devison Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Hamilton General Hospital on January 11, 2014 in his 79th year. Beloved husband of Linda Devison of Dundas. Loving father of Martha and her husband Bill Robinson; George Devison and his wife Darlene; and Michelle Clark. Treasured grandfather of Steven (Nikki) Traver; Danielle & Korri Robinson; Lyndsay (Kyle) and baby-to-be Prytula; Justine Devison; and Lane, Chloe and Drew Clark. Proud Great-Grandpa of Reece and Kayden Traver. Lovingly remembered by his sister Yvonne (Roy) Jones, his Uncle Donald Slattery, his sisters-in-law Fran Rempfer and Nancy (Val) Nugent and their families. Predeceased by his father Hector Devison, his mother Martha and step-father Sam Westcott, mother- and father-in-law Marjorie and Albert Child, his brothers-in-law Bill Rempfer and Albert Child. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews and their families. He will also be remembered by his Devison and Slattery cousins; and his first wife’s family, the Donovans. Sandy was a proud “Cape Bretoner” born in Glace Bay, N.S. He worked at Reid Press prior to becoming the “King of Pizza” in Hamilton’s west end for 19 years (1961-1980); and was an independent sales rep. for various florist wholesalers (Westbrook Floral, Action Imports, Sums) for 23 years. Sandy was an active member of the Hamilton Air Force Association, former member of the Royal Canadian Legion branch 38 in Sydney, N.S. He was actively involved during the 60’s and 70’s with the Westinghouse Old Boys’ Hockey Association, Hamilton Police Minor, and Alexander Park Association; in the 70’s and 80’s he served as Coach and General Manager of the Dundas Blues Jr. B Hockey Club; he was a Coach, Convenor, and Director of the Canusa Games for 30 years during the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. His leisure hours were spent in hockey arenas throughout the country; he also enjoyed baseball, golf, dancing and spending what time he could at his greatest love — his bungalow “right on the ocean” at Mira Gut, Cape Breton, for 30 years. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday afternoon and evening from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. at the Cattel, Eaton & Chambers Funeral Home 53 Main Street, Dundas, where Sandy’s Service will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. It was Sandy’s wish that any In Memoriam donations be made to Parkinson Society Canada or McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation. “His smile and spirit will live on in our hearts and minds forever!” Please sign Sandy’s online book of condolence at www.catteleatonandchambers.ca