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 November 11, 2013 Saturday There are 6 obituaries published today Clarence Andrews Matheson - 60 yrs Gilbert Anderson - 75 yrs Elizabeth Jane Leyte - 18 yrs Catherine Dorothy (Kalbhenn) Pembroke - 82 yrs Rachael Burbine - 76 yrs Annie Mae MacDonald - Clarence Andrews Matheson Born In: Glace Bay Born: January 16th, 1953 Passed in: Port Morien Passed on: November 8th, 2013 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Clarence Andrews Matheson, on Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at the New Waterford Heights, with his loving family at his side. Clarence was 60. Born in Glace Bay on Jan. 16, 1953, Clarence was the son of the late Robert and Mary (Andrews) Matheson. Clarence was a kind and gentle man, family meant everything to him. He was always willing to lend a hand to friends and relatives. Clarence is survived by his wife of 37 years, Rose (Barnstable) Matheson; daughter, Melanie (Scott) Snow; sons, Bradley and Michael; brother, Robert (Linda); sister, Georgina (Mike) Byrne also sisters-in-law, Sandra Matheson; brother-in-law, Junior Barnstable (Sandra); sister-in-law, Barbara (Dave) Burt. Clarence was predeceased by his parents and by brother Sandy Matheson, father and mother-in-law, Joseph and Theresa Barnstable and sister-in-law, Brenda Hiscock. Cremation has taken place as per Clarence's wishes. Arrangements are under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at 2 p.m. in St. John's United Church in Port Morien, with Rev. Bob Biggar officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com. Gilbert Anderson Born In: Burgeo, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Passed in: Louisbourg, Canada Passed on: November 8th, 2013 It is with deep sadness, and broken hearts that we the family of Gilbert Anderson announce his sudden passing, at home, on Nov. 8, 2013. Born in Burgeo, Newfoundland, he was the son of the late William and Naomi Anderson. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife, Eileen (Baker); sister, Mildred (Victor); brother, Philip (Audrey); mother-in-law, Wilma Baker; brothers-in-law, Brent (Joanne), Charlie (Berniece) and Douglas Carter. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Piney and Hilda, and father-in-law, Philip Baker. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Nov. 13, 2013, at the First United Church, Louisbourg, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Emily Duggan officiating. Interment to follow in Willow Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the First United Church, Louisbourg. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. "Gil, when you passed away, my heart went with you, so until we meet again, I'll hold your memory close" Elizabeth Jane Leyte Born In: North Sydney Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: November 9th, 2013 It is with broken hearts , we the family of Elizabeth Jane Leyte, wish to announce her passing at the age of 18, on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in North Sydney, Elizabeth was the daughter of Jacob and Valerie (Brown) Leyte. She is survived by her brothers, Bradley Leyte (sister-in-law Johanna Scott), Thomas Leyte; her nephew, Landen and her nephew and godson Owen; her paternal grandmother, Lillian Leyte, also by a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Elizabeth was predeceased by her paternal grandfather, Harry Leyte and maternal grandparents, Amelia and John Brown. In her 18 short years, Elizabeth inspired everyone she came in contact with. She was her mother's best friend and was always Daddy's little girl. Everyone Elizabeth knew will always have beautiful memories of how she touched their lives. Her wit was only outdone by her determination to complete everything she started, including her high school prom and graduation at Memorial High School in June 2013. Elizabeth was an avid reader, she loved parties with family and friends, she loved shopping and the occasional meal at the Bonnie with Aunt Paulette and Kelly. In warmer weather she especially enjoyed going to Aunt Alice and Uncle Bob's pool. Elizabeth loved to bake cookies with best friend Kristy Grant. Valerie and Jacob would like to thank Dr. Andrew Lynk for his ongoing medical care and also the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Staff, especially Tracey Salt. Special thanks to Cape Breton District School Board for their assistance in Elizabeth's homeschooling and for the countless hours of friendship shared between Elizabeth and her teachers. There will be no visitation by request. The family will receive visitors at the family home, 18 Stanley St., North Sydney. A funeral service for Elizabeth will be held 3 p.m., Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Rev. Carl Fraser officiating. Memorial donations may be sent to the Rotary Crippled Children Fund, Children's Wish Foundation, Philae Shriners or the SuperValu Presidents Choice Children's Charity. Online condolences may be sent www.wjdooley.com. Catherine Pembroke Born In: New Waterford Born: May 31st, 1931 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: November 8th, 2013 Finding her way home on Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, with her loving family by her side, after an admirable struggle with cancer, our mother is now at peace with the Almighty. She was born on May 31, 1931, in New Waterford, the daughter of the late Josef Kalbhenn, a mining engineer and native of Germany and Veronica (O'Handley) originally from Glace Bay. As with many of her generation, becoming a full-time mother was her vocation and greatest achievement in life. An extremely intelligent lady, she taught her children by example as she was an avid reader, possessing a scholarly depth of knowledge in the Bible, European and North American history, and sports. It could be said that our mother had two major religious devotions; one to the Catholic Church and the other to the sport of hockey and her beloved Chicago Blackhawks. Her greatest heroes were Mother Theresa and Bobby Hull. She was also deeply devoted to Our Lady of Fatima and made the pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal in 2002, an experience she so dearly treasured; it made her glow when she spoke of it. Spreading love, warmth, food, and faith was how our mother conducted her life. Growing up, our home always smelled of homemade bread and other tasty delights; those Cape Breton winters were cold but we were kept warm by mother's knitted caps and mittens. Finding new recipes and patterns were just two of her many hobbies. Being blessed with a "green thumb," she so loved the spring and summer, as growing flowers was her specialty. With a house full of children, life was very busy and at times very tough. But she managed to find time for us all, mending our cuts and bruises as well as our broken hearts. The Golden Rule was the example we learned from. Besides love, two of the greatest gifts she gave us were our independence and our faith. She was, without a doubt, a truly holy person. As a girl, she grew up spending her summers at the ocean, as so many of us did. She loved swimming and strongly believed salt water was good for the soul. She had a passion for ice skating, as some of her fondest memories came from the winters of her youth at the old Hawk's Rink in Fourteen yard. Another favourite place of hers was her summer home in Mira, being surrounded by nature and making things grow was how she spent the latter years of her life. Catherine is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Douglas J. Pembroke who now resides at Harbourstone Guest home in Sydney. "Dotty and Dougie," a couple completely committed to one another, loved the faith and their children, as much as they loved each other. Although being blessed with such a large family it was difficult to find time for each other, but they managed to keep a date night, going to movies, concerts and local dances. She is survived by daughters, Judy (Don) Pictou, Sheila (Lawrence) New Waterford, Colleen (Edmund), Sydney, Lillian (Mike), Sydney River, Anna (David), River Ryan, Rose (Michael), River Ryan and sons, Patrick, Newfoundland, Peter (Jackie), New Waterford, Bernard, New Waterford, Paul (Tracey), New Waterford, Ryan (Sandra), Sydney River. Catherine is also survived by one brother, Aloysius (Al) Kalbhenn, New Waterford; one special nephew, loved as a brother, Joseph (Joey) Kalbhenn, Ontario; and her best friend since childhood, Sally Durando. Also left to mourn are her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved going to Granny's for treats, but most especially to hear their favourite storyteller weave a yarn as only she could. It is almost unimaginable to think we will not find you there waiting for us, Chris, Corey, Heather, Katie, Alexa, Laurie-Ann, Beth, Andrew, Jill, Jason, Lisa, Curtis, Robert, Colin, Jaclyn, Aaron, Matthew, Liam, David, Nicholas, Cara, Brett, Calvin and Amanda, great-grandchildren, Joshua, Sarah, Rylan, Gabriel, Mick, Ella, Leigha, Logan, Hector, Mason, Emma, Kaja, Mia, Hunter, Luke, Bryson, Kate and Eleanor. Besides her parents, Catherine was predeceased by her brothers, Ludwig, Joseph, John, and Augustus in infancy, nephew, Ludwig (Tully) Kalbhenn, daughter-in-law, Elizabeth (Betty) Pembroke and a most beloved sister-in-law, Marie (Pembroke) Pendlebury. There will be private visitation at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home in New Waterford, and a private funeral mass at St. Leonard's Parish with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Interment to take place immediately afterwards at Mount Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests sending donations to the Cancer Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital and the Saint Vincent de Paul Society in New Waterford. Online condolences to the family can be placed at www.vjmcgillivray.ca. A thing of beauty is a joy for ever: Its loveliness increases; it will never Pass into nothingness; but still will keep A bower quiet for us, and a sleep Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing. - John Keats Rachael Burbine Born In: St. Anns Passed in: Sydney/Tarbot Passed on: November 8th, 2013 Rachael Burbine, 76, of Sydney, formerly of Tarbot and who currently resided at the MacGillivray Guest Home, Sydney, passed away Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in St. Anns, she was the daughter of the late Malcolm and Dolena (MacLeod) MacAskill. Rachael was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, North River. She is survived by her daughter, Darlene, Tarbot; daughter-in-law, Heather MacAskill; sisters, Stella Horton, Christine MacAskill and Edna (Leonard) Smith, all of Baddeck; brothers, Lloyd (Delores) and Meldon, both of Meadows Road; granddaughter, Jennifer, and great-grandchildren, Gabriella and Jaden. Rachael was predeceased by her husband, Ralph, son, Terry MacAskill, sisters, Molly MacSween and Sadie MacAskill and a grandson, Cory MacAskill. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, at 11 a.m. in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Robert Lyle officiating. Interment in Riverside Cemetery, North River. Memorials may be made to the MacGillivray Guest Home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Annie Mae MacDonald Passed on: January 28th, 2013 Memorial service for Annie May MacDonald ,who passed away on Jan. 28, 2013, will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Burial to follow in St. Joseph's parish cemetery, Reserve. Original obit for Annie Mae MacDonald appeared in the CBPost January 30th, 2013 Wednesday Annie McDonald Born In: Reserve Mines Passed on: January 28th, 2013 We, the family, wish to announce the passing of Annie May McDonald at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, with family at her side. Born in Reserve Mines, she was the daughter of the late Neil and Catherine (MacIntrye) McPherson. Annie was a member of St. Joseph Church in Reserve. She loved cooking and baking, and spending time camping on the Mira listening to Foster and Allen. Survived by daughters, Leona, Carol Ann, Donna; grandchildren, John, Anita, David, Skye; also survived by four great-grandchildren. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by brothers, Danny, Angus, Joseph, Archie, Alex, Sylvester, Malcolm, sisters, Georgina, Margaret, Leona, also a grandchild, Ronnie. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay. Memorial service and burial will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to Heart & Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.pattenfuneral.com.