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 December 09, 2013 Monday There were 7 obituaries published today Philip Douglas Martin - 52 yrs Donald Hugh 'Donnie' MacIsaac - 77 yrs Theresa Ella MacDermid - 83 yrs Clifford Douglas Mader - Sharon Kelloway - 58 yrs Noel Stamper - 58 yrs George Henry Crane - 83 yrs Philip Douglas Martin Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: December 8th, 2012 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Philip Martin on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, he was the son of William and Dolores (Richards) Martin. He was a painter by trade, and was the caretaker of St. Anthony Daniel Church for many years. He was a Chicago Blackhawks fan, he enjoyed gardening, cooking and baking. He enjoyed the simple things in life, spending time with his family, friends and his cat Sammy. Phil was also known as 'Luke' or 'Coach', he coached baseball for many years, winning the Nationals in '98 and representing Canada at the World Series in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Besides his parents, Willie and Dolores, Phil is survived by his wife, Joan (MacDonald) Martin; his son, Philip Douglas Jr. (Magen), Halifax; brothers, Dale (Karen) Martin, Portage, Willie (Shelley) Martin, Sydney, Blair (Barbara) Martin, Sydney River, Billie (Paula) Richards, Trenton. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Rita MacDonald and Theresa (Matthew) Jacobs; brother-in-law, Jimmy MacDonald; aunts, uncles and cousins; his nieces and nephews, Chris and Geoff Richards, Joshua and his goddaughter, Kelsey 'Princess' Martin and Michael Martin, Brad Jacobs, Chris and Shawn Newell, great-grandnephew, Evan as well as his best friend, Dan MacDonald. Phil was predeceased by his grandparents, Mabel and Dan Richards and Agnes and Ernest Martin, his mother and father-in-law, Mary and Harold MacDonald. Visitation will be held today, Monday, Dec. 9, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, from 6-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place 11 a.m.,Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, at Holy Rosary Church with Fr. Douglas Murphy officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the An Cala Unit, CRRH or the Palliative Care Unit, CBRH. Online condolences may be sent to ou Donald Hugh 'Donnie' MacIsaac Born: December 6th, 1936 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with much sadness and many broken hearts that we announce the passing of of Donald 'Donnie' Hugh MacIsaac on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regionnal Hospital. Born on Sept. 29, 1936, the son of the late Alexander and Effie MacIsaac. Donnie leaves to mourn his wife of 39 year Jackie (McPherson); brother, Robert (Lillian) MacIsaac; sisters, Norma Curnew, Isabel (Butch) MacDonald, Anna (Weldon) Smith, Sandra ( Junior) MacDonald, Alex ( Junior) Crouse, Louanne ( Joey ) MacDonald; stepdaughter, Bernadette McPherson; sisters-in-law, Irene MacIsaac and Lucy MacIsaac; aunt, Helen Stewart. Donnie was predeceased by brothers, Norman and Stewart, sisters, Eva Whidden and Myra Darroch. Also left to mourn are numerous neices and nephews and many close friends, Darryl, Fox, Melvin, Josie, Kevin and Paul to name only a few. Donnie was an active member and caretaker of Warden united church in Glace Bay. He was also of member of the senior citizens and pensioners club where he enjoyed a good game of pool and a better game of cards. Donnie was a welder by trade having worked for Shaw & MacDonald during his career. Donnie had a wonderful sense of humour and was there to help out anyone in time of need. The memories are plenty and will last forever. Visitation will take place at Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, today (Monday, Dec. 9) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 10, under the direction of Rev. Clayton Austin at Warden United Church. Interment at a later date. We would like to Thank the nurses and physicians of the emergency departments at the Glace Bay and regional hospitals and the Intensive Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Warden United Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com. Theresa MacDermid Born: September 24th, 1930 Passed in: Big Bras d'Or Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Theresa MacDermid (MacIntosh) on Dec. 6, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Theresa, Ma, Nannie, Great-Nan; a woman of many names, but a singular heart. Hers was a heart that loved gently, supported powerfully, worried wonderfully and comforted like few others. Her love took many forms. Often it was felt in a full stomach: in a warm biscuit or cinnamon roll, a hot bowl of soup or a delicious piece of pie. To some it meant quiet wisdom as she listened, comforted and supported them through one of life's many quandaries. For many others it was felt in a quick hand and a quick wit at the card table. She was sometimes spotted bicycling with her sisters, on their way for a swim. Later she could often be found riding next to her loving husband of 45 years, Donald, to places like Kempt Head, the Cape, Florida, to town, to Baddeck, and other places where they would meet some of the many cherished people of their lives (so often with children in tow). In her golden years she continued to live to the very fullest. Ever thoughtful, ever giving, never dull, simply put a queen of hearts. Theresa was the daughter of the late James and Katie MacIntosh. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Maureen (Keith) MacLeod, Donald (Vicki) MacDermid and Lynn (Gerald) Dunlop; grandchildren, Dale (Stephanie), Ryan (Megan) and Melissa, Erica (Conan), Angela (Conrad), Lindsey (Marc) and Malcolm, Kaleigh, Andrew, Theresa-Ann (Bruce) and James; sisters, Mary Murphy and Margaret Sexton; great-grandchildren, Thea, Lawson, Cohen, Alayna and Abbigail; also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.She was predeceased by her husband Donald, sister Eva Snow, brother Dougie and brother John, who died in infancy. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Northside General Hospital and Dr. Bernie MacIntosh and Dr. Charlie Coish for their outstanding care and compassion prior to her passing.Visitation will take place at the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home at 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney, on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral celebrating her life will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, Dec. 11 at St. James Presbyterian Church, Big Bras d'Or, with Rev. Peter MacDonald officiating. Reception to follow in the church basement. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice.Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. Clifford Mader Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: August 7th, 1923 Passed in: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Passed on: December 5th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the death of Clifford Douglas Mader on December 5, 2013. Born in Sydney Nova Scotia, he spent most of his life there and moved to Edmonton in 2003 to be closer to family. He coached a number of young people in hockey, baseball and track, winning many local and provincial titles. Cliff loved horses and for a time owned some quarter horses that he raced in Nova Scotia and PEI. He was involved in the forming of CUPE in 1963 and became the first president of the eastern region. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and was very proud of the service he performed for his country. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Emily, as well as his children, Chris (Syd) Wentzell, Nadine Sturko, Richard Mader, Dorothy (Colin) Isted, Gail (David) Butler, Gary (Toni) Mader and Nancy (Roger) Belanger. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son Clifford in 2010. Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Saints, 10980-142 Street, Edmonton, on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 11:30 am. Sharon Kelloway Passed on: December 7th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts and found memories we announce the passing of Sharon Kelloway, 58, of Glace Bay. Sharon passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, at the Glace Bay Hospital. Born in Glace Bay, Sharon was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Vickers) O'Neill. Sharon held a masters degree in social work and was employed with Children's Aid in Sydney and presently as a medical social worker at the Glace Bay Hospital. Sharon was an avid traveller; she also enjoyed golf and was a member of St. Anne's Choir. Sharon was a very compassionate, personable and nurturing person. Sharon was a planner, second to none. There was nothing she left to chance. Sharon will be dearly missed by her loving sons, Bryan, Matthew, both of Glace Bay, and Christopher, Halifax; sisters, Betty (Billy Metcalfe) O'Neill;. Glace Bay; brother, Shaun (Barbara) O'Neill, Ben Eion; niece, Georgia; nephews, Edgar, Shaun Edward, George and Ian. Sharon's family are honoring her wishes. Cremation has taken place. Visitation for Sharon will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2013, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013, at St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A reception will be held in the church foyer. Interment will follow in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney. Donations in Sharon's memory may be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or a charity of choice. Online condolences to the Kelloway family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Noel Stamper Born In: North Sydney Passed in: Scotch Lake Passed on: December 6th, 2013 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister, aunt, cousin and friend, Noel Stamper, on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Kenwood Hall, Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (McBride) Stamper. Noel lived most of her life in Scotch Lake, before moving to Stevens Rest Home in North Sydney and most recently, at Harbourstone. Noel was a kind and loving person who loved spending time with family and being spoiled by her siblings and their children. She enjoyed dancing, step dancing and playing the spoons. Noel spent many years at the Haley Street Adult Services Centre, in North Sydney and always looked forward to the arrival of the bus that would take her there. She was a member of St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or. Noel is survived by her siblings, Anna O'Neil, Alder Point, Theresa Campbell, Scarborough, Ont., Johnena McDonald, New Waterford, Mary Frances Stamper, Dartmouth, Kitty (Sid) Jessome, Scotch Lake, Marlene (Joe) Kennedy, Toronto, Cecile 'Bridie' (Michael) Bishop, North Sydney, Blair, Scotch Lake; also by several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, John, Alex, Jimmy, sisters, Jean MacIntyre, Sally Currie, Angela Stamper, Linda Mott, brothers-in-law, Buddy Currie and Roy Campbell. Visitation for Noel will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Monday, in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday at St. Joseph Church, Bras d'Or, with Rev. Jake Andrea officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Haley Street Adult Services Centre or the Alzheimer Society of N.S. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com. George Henry Crane Born In: Sydney Passed in: Whitney Pier Passed on: December 6th, 2013 We regret to announce the passing of George Henry Crane, on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late John and Lena (Launay) Crane. George was an active member of St. Alban's parish. Throughout his life, dad held many positions. He started working for the coal piers, moved to Sydney Steel Plant, Liquid Air and finished his career working for Sydney Steel Oxygen plant. Throughout that time dad was a wonderful handy man spending many hours helping others. Dad was very active in sports. He held the No. 1 position in bowling winning several tournaments and trophies. His soccer team, the Broadway Ramblers went on to win the Nova Scotia Championship. Mom and Dad spent many happy moments dancing, enjoying their favorite local bands especially Debbie and Michelle and Dinky Cameron. He spent many evenings listening to his Newfoundland music. For several years, he and Mom enjoyed playing darts and shuffleboard at the Pensioners club. Dad was a remarkable man, a loving family man, the greatest Santa and the best dishwasher on the planet. He was happiest when his home was full of friends and family. George was a devoted loving husband of Sue; dear father of Sue (Donald) MacPhee, Victoria Mines, Ruth (Blair Rice) MacNeil, B.C., Debbie Crane, Sydney, Blair Crane, and the late David Crane, Sydney; and special daughters, Darlene (Kerry) MacDonald, Ont., Kathy (Sandy) Bennett, Sydney, Arlene (Phil) Asquith, B.C.; grandfather to Shane, Kim, Melissa, Ian, Darren, Roberta, Shawna, Ronnie, Dean, Tracey, Justin, Emily and Declan; special granddaughter Baby Blair; great-grandfather to Cody, Spencer, Emma, Rowan and Rylan. Also survived by several brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place Monday, 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, 11 a.m. in St. Albans Church with Archdeacon Brenda Drake officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be to St. Alban's Memorial Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] We cried when you passed away, We still cry today. Although we loved you dearly, We couldn't make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, that he only takes the best.