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 27, 2013 Wednesday There were 5 obituaries published today Shirley Gertrude (Moore) Dunn - 78 yrs George McKay Harvey - 74 yrs Linda Ann Slade - 59 yrs Cathy Anne (Jackson) Vanderwyst - 54 yrs Beatrice MacIntosh - 89 yrs Shirley Gertrude (Moore) Dunn Born In: Sydney Born: November 25th, 1935 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 25th, 2013 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Gertrude Dunn on Monday, Nov. 25, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born on July 14, 1935, in Sydney, Shirley was the daughter of the late Bernard and Gertrude (Fowler) Moore. She was the youngest and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Shirley was a devoted Catholic of Holy Redeemer parish. She worked in shoe retail in her younger years before retiring from Sydney City Hospital, Housekeeping Department. She loved playing cards, bingo and was a very dear friend to all. Shirley will be remembered by family and friends for her laughter and love for music while enjoying a good time. Shirley is survived by her two children, Karen, New Brunswick, and Michael, New Jersey, N.Y. Also left to mourn are several sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her husband, Neil Dunn, son, Robert, sisters, Maise, Colleen and Clara, and brothers, Bernie, Mick, Jim, Francis, Kevin and John. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at 10 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in the old Calvary Cemetery, Whitney Pier. A reception will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home Donations in memory of Shirley may be made to the Schizophrenia Society of Canada Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com. George Harvey Born In: New Waterford Born: November 24th, 1938 Passed in: Frenchvale Passed on: November 22nd, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George McKay Harvey on Friday, November 22, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, after a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Waterford on November 24, 1938, George was the son of the late Charles and Georgina (Simpson) Harvey. He spent his career employed with Environment Canada, where he worked as a meteorologist for 33 years, retiring in 1994. Throughout his life, George took an interest in agriculture and, at one time, was an active member of the Cape Breton Cattleman's association. His passion was in harness racing; he was the owner/breeder/trainer of many standard race horses and spent many hours at various local race tracks, such as Tartan Downs, Northside Downs and Inverness Raceway. George is survived by his wife, Elizabeth 'Betty'; son, William; daughter, Lynn; and his two treasured grandchildren, Matthew and Austin. George was predeceased by his brothers, Andrew and Charles, and by his sisters, Harriet and Jean. To honour George's wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation and a private burial service will be arranged at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Linda Slade Born In: Glace Bay Born: May 28th, 1954 Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 24th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the loss of our beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, sister-in-law and friend to many; Linda Ann Slade who passed away Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born, May 28, 1954, in Glace Bay, Linda was the daughter of Euphemia Bryden (nee Petrie) and the late Gerald Bryden. She was a member of Saint Anne Parish Church. Linda worked over 40 years doing what she loved; hairdressing and making lots of friends along the way. She worked in several hair dressing shops and the Seaview Manor.What she loved the most was doing hair and welcoming many ladies in her home; it was more of a friendship than a job to Linda. An amazing mother and a very caring and compassionate lady, Linda was a very giving person, always thinking about others. She took pride in family visits and spending quality time with her children and grandchildren in which she adored. Linda will be sadly missed by her five children, Margaret (Glen), Middle Sackville, Allan (Tammy), Glace Bay, Lindsay, Glace Bay, Rosie (Adam), Yarmouth, Darryl, Glace Bay, and her husband Doug, Mississauga, Ont. Linda is also survived by her grandchildren, Aislin, Keegan, Hailee, Shelby, Sloane, Xavier, Olivia, Ava and her brother, Ronnie (Geralda), Calgary. She will be sadly missed by several brothers and sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Besides her father, Linda was predeceased by her brother, Gerald. Linda's memory will be cherished by all who knew her. There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. The funeral mass will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. Interment at St. Leo's Cemetery followed by a reception in the church foyer, Main Street, Glace Bay. All are welcome to attend. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. To send online condolences to the family go to www.vjmcgillivray.ca. The family would like to thank the staff of the Glace Bay Health Care Complex and the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the wonderful care given to our mother. Cathy Vanderwyst Born In: Sydney Born: March 29th, 1959 Passed in: Ingonish Passed on: November 23rd, 2013 It is with deep sadness that we announce that one of God's dearest angels left us on November 23, 2013, to be with her Mom and Dad. Cathy was born in Sydney on March 29, 1959, to the late Alfred and Helen (MacLeod) Jackson. She went to school in Sydney and Ingonish, and later attended Cape Breton Business College. She left Cape Breton in 1982 to work for Syncrude Canada in Fort McMurray as a Safety and Loss Management Coordinator, and also spent several enjoyable years leading the 'Be Safe' committee. Cathy is survived by her husband, Leo Vanderwyst, her son Andrew (Crystal), the light of her life, her step-daughter Suzanne (Trent), with whom she shared a special relationship, and her beautiful grandchildren Brittany, Tyler and Maycie. She is also survived by her sisters Linda (A.G.Sams), Mary Susan (Gladstone MacKinnon), along with her very special nieces and nephews that she loved so much. Also surviving is her 'special' sister Susan Jackson. Cathy was dearly loved by everyone she met, and is also survived by several wonderful friends from East to West. Besides her parents, Alfred and Helen Jackson, Cathy was predeceased by her step-mother Anna Jackson, and her step-brothers Frank and Peter Vanderwyst. A celebration of Cathy's life will take place on Saturday, November 30, 2013, at 3 p.m. in Ingonish United Church, with Rev. Margie Wood officiating. The family will receive guests at Cathy's residence, following the service. Donations in Cathy's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice, keeping in mind that Cathy was an organ recipient, as well as a donor. Family flowers only. A private burial will take place at a later date. Funeral directions are under the care and direction of J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Her beautiful smile and our precious memories will keep her in our hearts forever. Beatrice MacIntosh Born In: England Born: June 22nd, 1924 Passed in: Ottawa, Canada Passed on: November 22nd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness; we announce the passing of Beatrice MacIntosh Friday, Nov. 22, 2013, at Saint Vincent Hospital, Ottawa. Born in Bermondsey, London, England on June 22, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Thomas William and Marion Alice Davidson. Living in the centre of London during the horrors of the Second World War and a survivor of the London Blitz gave Mom a great tenacity in achieving life's goals and in appreciating all of the small things life can offer. While serving with the NAFFI at Salamanca Barracks in Aldershot, England, Mom met and married her Canadian soldier. A war-bride, she travelled aboard the Mauritania and arrived at Pier 21 in Halifax in 1946. From city life in London to rural solitude in South Harbour, Cape Breton, Beatrice started her family with her loving husband, Kendrick. A significant portion of the next seven decades was spent in South Harbour (mom's Canadian home) with the remainder of her time spent in various towns and cities in Ontario. Like many of her generation she spent her time blessing the lives of her family and many friends. Mom had an incredible memory and could easily recall names of persons met, even if only briefly and could as easily recall names of their partners and children. Mom took great joy in talking to each of her friends and in sharing their joys and sorrows. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Kendrick, her sisters, Marie, Irene, Dorothy and brothers, Tom, Roy and Ronald. She is survived by her brother, Don Davidson, England; her sister-in-law, Susie MacIntosh of Kingston, Ont.; her daughter, Linda (Gilbert Labelle); sons, Ron (Carol), Derek, (Karen), all of Ottawa, Keith (Lorraine), South Harbour, N.S., and Chris (Mel) Halifax, N.S. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, Joanne, Rick (Angela), Mike, Jeff (Kim), Christine (Dan Sabourin), Thomas (Vesta), James, Tom, Grace, Virginia (Jesse Brown), all of Ottawa, Malcolm (Michelle), San Diego, California, and 12 great grandchildren, Kassandra, Marina, Spencer, Jordan, Taylor, Colin, Adrian, Riley, Lennox, Evander, Landon and Esmay. Beatrice will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends throughout Canada, England, Belgium, France and the U.S. With many thanks to the residents and staff at Bridlewood Trails Retirement Home who made her last five years memorable and happy. Also thanks to the staff of 4 East and 3 North at St. Vincent hospital not only for their care, but also for their compassion. A special thanks to Dr. Nicole Dunlop and Chaplin Marie Bachman. Cremation has taken place. Beatrice's final resting place will be with Kendrick at St. Joseph's Parish Cemetery, Dingwall, Cape Breton, N.S., at a later date. Friends and family are invited to visit at Kelly Funeral Home, Kanata Chapel, 580 Eagleson Rd, Kanata, Ont., K2M 1H4, 613-591-6580, Saturday, Nov. 30 from 11 a.m. until the time of Service in the Chapel at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Salvation Army would be greatly appreciated. www.kellyfh.ca