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 24, 2014 Friday There were 4 obituaries published today Conrad “Glen” Newton - 56 yrs Richard Bos - 56 yrs Lloyd Clayton MacPhail - 93 yrs John WIlliam “Bill” Pringle - 80 yrs Conrad 'Glen' Newton Born In: Bras d'Or Born: January 23rd, 1957 Passed in: Bras d'Or Passed on: January 23rd, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Conrad 'Glen' Newton. Glen died peacefully at the Northside General Hospital on Jan. 23, 2014, following an illness of several months. Born in Bras d’Or on Jan. 25, 1957, he was the younger son of Conrad and Una (Maclellan) Newton. A welder by trade, Glen worked at Offshore Fabrication and later as a miner in the Prince Mine and Grand Cache, Alberta. Besides his parents, Glen is survived by his daughter, Lindsay and son, Conrad Glen both of Fort MacMurray. He is also survived by the mother of his children, Shirley Doublett. Glen had a special place in his heart for Francine Young and her grandson Gabriel. Glenn was predeceased by his older brother Gordon in 2010. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at Francis Funeral Home on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, at 1p.m.. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bras d’Or, at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Glen’s family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. Richard Bos Born In: Sydney Born: September 14th, 1957 Passed in: Fall River Passed on: January 21st, 2014 Richard Bos of Fall River, passed away on Jan. 21, 2014 at home. Born on Sept. 14, 1957 in Sydney, he was the son of the late Jacob N. Bos and Greta (Richards) Bos. He is survived by his sister, Rosemary Lewis (Gerald), Edwardsville; his niece, Laura Lewis, Halifax and his nephew, Scott Lewis, Halifax. Richard was an avid gardener, enjoyed woodworking, and exploring the Joggins fossil cliffs. He will always be remembered for his witty sense of humour. Richard was a long term employee with Pratt-Whitney Canada, Halifax. There will be no visitation by request. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to the caring staff at the QEII Dialysis Unit. A heartfelt thank you goes out to those whom Richard referred to as his “angels”, Shelley, Piroska and Lee. Donations in memory of Richard can be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada (Atlantic Canada), QEII Health Sciences Center Foundation or a charity of one’s choice. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral Home Baddeck, N.S. Online condolences may be sent to [email protected] Lloyd MacPhail Born In: South Bar Born: April 1st, 1920 Passed in: Sydney River Passed on: January 22nd, 2014 With heartfelt sadness, we, the family of Lloyd Clayton MacPhail of Sydney River, announce his passing on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2014. The loving care provided by his family allowed Lloyd to remain comfortably at home. Born in South Bar on April 1, 1920, he was the son of the late Colin and Laura (MacIntyre) MacPhail. Lloyd was a family man with a kind nature and soft, humble demeanour, who will be remembered for his long lasting and ever present dry humour. If at any moment Lloyd wasn't joking around, he was just setting up the punch line. The original “April Fool”, Lloyd’s nature endeared him to his large family and the friends he made through the years. There are not enough words to describe how special he was to his family and many, many friends. Lloyd is survived by six daughters, Heather (Gary) Hatcher, Sydney, Bonnie MacPhail, Sydney River, Laurie (Lee) Williams, Clermont-Ferrand, France, Wendy Noble, Sydney River, Ellen deVarennes, Dartmouth and Cindy MacPhail, Westmount; three sons, Dave (Wendy), Sydney River, Kevin (Louise), Frenchvale and Lorne (Genevieve), Frenchvale; 25 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Lola (Gerald) Tweddle, Bridgewater; brothers, Stanley (Jennie), Sydney and Walter (Marcella), Howie Centre; sister-in-law, Olive Hulford; and brother-in-law, John Stevens. Lloyd was predeceased by his wife, Eva (Stevens) MacPhail; eldest son, Charles 'Barry' MacPhail; granddaughter, Rebecca Naomi Williams and brothers, Joseph, Robert, Dempsey and Sidney 'Brud'. In 1985, he retired from the Sydney Steel Corporation as a foreman in the electrical department, after 48 years of dedicated service. Lloyd was a member of #84 Masonic Lodge, Philae Shriners and a long standing member of the United Protestant Church of Sydney River. Along with his brothers, Lloyd was involved in the sport of boxing in his younger years, and his passion for the sport continued throughout his life. As a member of the Coxheath Skaters, he had many friends in the seniors' skating community. In addition, Lloyd loved to dance and attend social events with his many friends. Sincere thanks for the compassionate care offered by the Cape Breton County Homemakers, VON, Palliative Care staff, and his personal caregiver, Vera. Visitation to take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. There will be a Masonic Service at 6:45 p.m. (15 minutes prior to the second visitation). A memorial service will be held at the United Protestant Church of Sydney River at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 26, with Rev. Laurie MacCuish officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the United Protestant Church of Sydney River or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.com or email [email protected] James 3: 8- And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. John William 'Bill' Pringle Born In: Boston Born: November 12th, 1933 Passed in: Carcross Passed on: January 19th, 2014 It is with great sorrow that we, the family of Bill Pringle, must share the news of his passing at his home in Carcross, Yukon Territory, at the age of 80, surrounded by his wife Linda and several close friends on Jan. 19, 2014 at 8 p.m., following a short valiant struggle with cancer. Bill was born Nov. 12, 1933 in Boston to Kenneth G. and Elizabeth C. MacLeod. He was the third of their five boys. The family lived in Boston till 1944 when they moved back to Roberta, his fathers place of birth. It was in Roberta that Bill developed a passion for hunting, fishing and the outdoors that stayed with him his whole life. Bill attended school in Glace Bay and was accepted as a recruit with the RCMP in Nov. 1952. He was very proud to serve with “The Force” and served with distinction for 31 years One of his early postings was in Aklavik. He spent his first summer in the north at Whitefish station with a special constable and his family putting up fish and whale meat for the winter dog food supply. It was there that he fell in love with the North. He left in 1957 for service in New Brunswick returning to Whitehorse, never to leave the North again. Bill opened the first summer detachment in Carcross, finding a place where he would eventually retire. He loved the country, outdoor opportunities and the people of the small community. Bill worked throughout the North for the duration making a multitude of friends in Spence Bay especially the Tyall family. It was there he met his first wife, Isabelle. They married in 1963.They were inseparable until her death in 1986. He met Linda Garner in 1987 and married in 1988, They spent 25 wonderful years together. Bill retired in 1981 after 31 years service with the RCMP, became a school bus driver, and dedicated his time to the Carcross volunteer ambulance service, Member of the fire department, developed the Isabelle Pringle Library, established the Rod & Gun Club and The RCMP Veterans Association as well as the Yukon Heritage Resource Board. Bill was the proud recipient of the Canada Medal of Bravery 1983, The Queens Golden Jubilee Medal 2002, The RCMP Long Service Medal with Silver Clasp in 1983, The Canada 125 Medal in 1992, The Order of St. John Silver Lifesaving Medal in 1983 as well as a C.O. Commendation in 1959 and a Commissioners’ Commendation in 1983. Bill is survived by his loving wife, Linda; brothers, George (Leone), Roberta, Donald (Belle), Port Hawkesbury and numerous nieces & nephews Bill was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth G. and Elizabeth; wife, Isabelle; brothers, Jim and Douglas and his golden girls, Bridey, Emma & Molly A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in Carcross and interment will be held at a later date in Regina. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice or The Canadian Cancer Society. Bill was a man of principle, integrity, honour and compassion. His generosity and care for his friends and neighbors was limitless. He had a great sense of humour as well as a limitless capacity for love. He will be sorely missed.