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 13, 2013 Wednesday There are 11 obituaries published today Michael Christopher 'Mick' Young - 51 yrs Elizabeth 'Betty' Kearney - 79 yrs Phoebe (Fahey) MacDonald - 81 yrs Lorna (Mancini) Connors - 71 yrs Noel Lucien Vanderlinden - 89 yrs Allister Mouland Boyd - Wallace F. 'Wally' Martell - 81 yrs Alice Almond - 75 yrs Linda Catherine Marie Steiger (MacKinnon) - 56 yrs Laura Vivian Hardy - Irene ELizabeth Donovan - 80 yrs Michael Christopher 'Mick' Young Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 10th, 2013 Michael Young, 51, passed away suddenly on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013. Born and raised in Glace Bay, he was the son of Hannah Rose (McDonald) Young and the late Richard Young. Michael was a member of St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay. He worked at various jobs throughout his lifetime, the last being with Han Beck Fisheries. Michael was a very easy going and likeable man who enjoyed nature, animals - especially dogs and woodworking. He adored and deeply loved his two children. Michael is survived by his daughter, Alysha (Derrick), Glace Bay; two brothers, Richard, Tommy, Glace Bay; three sisters, Rita (Joe) Kubat, Carol (Ray) Whitmore, Ontario, Patricia West, Dartmouth and one granddaughter, Tonya. Besides his father, Michael was predeceased by his daughter, Tonya when she was only 13-years old. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Anne's Church followed by a reception in the foyer. Cremation to follow with interment at a later date in St. Anne's Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for Michael, memorial donations may be made to the SPCA. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Elizabeth 'Betty' Kearney Back to Cape Breton Post Born In: Noranda Quebec Born: March 24th, 1934 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: November 12th, 2013 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Elizabeth 'Betty' Kearney on Nov. 12, 2013. Betty was at home, surrounded by her loving family, where she died peacefully. Betty's life began in Noranda, Que., March 24, 1934. She was the third eldest of nine children born to Alec Dan and Jessie (MacQuarrie) MacLennan of Inverness. At the age of 17, Betty began training in the nursing program at New Waterford General Hospital and graduated in 1955. Her nursing career spanned 40 years in New Waterford hospitals with many years as head nurse in the emergency department.Betty established a reputation as a firm, but fair, hard-working, dedicated nurse, respected by all those she worked with. She treated everyone with kindness and compassion, and she always felt it was important to "make a connection" with all the people she met and cared for. Betty had many fond memories of her former colleagues, but she felt that her greatest legacy was her family. In 1956, Betty and her devoted husband, Clarence (Tantz), began their married life together and welcomed the first of their four children in 1957. Betty's family tree continued to flourish, giving her the title of "Grandma" to 11, and "Great-Grandma" (GG) to two. Betty was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many. Her homemade pancakes and biscuits were tops on the menu at weekend sleepovers, along with an occasional trip to the Bayside for a butterscotch sundae. "Grandma" loved spending time with her grandkids, as well as sitting on her front deck in the warm summer days, sipping a cup of tea and reading the paper in the company of friends, or her sisters, Joan and Dolly. Betty couldn't say enough about the loyal friends she had, from her "golden girls" to the Mt. Carmel Church Choir. She always looked forward to the "golden girls" gatherings numerous times throughout the year. Another special group are "Betty's Angels" - devoted members of her family and friends who supported her in the Ovarian Cancer Walk of Hope for the past three years. She was deeply grateful to them for their support, especially this year when they brought the walk to her, because she was unable to make it herself. In the words of her youngest grandson, "I'll miss Grandma a lot, but she would want us to keep calm and carry on," so Betty's Angels will meet at the walk again next year, in Betty's memory. We will miss Betty's sense of humour and fun-loving ways, but we are thankful for her 79 years of life, which were an inspirational gift to all those who crossed her path. Betty was predeceased by her parents, her loving husband, Tantz, in 2002, her brother, Clem, and sister, Christina. Betty is survived by daughter, Kathy (Mike) Hinchey, Antigonish; sons, David (Paula), Antigonish, Paul (Colleen), Fort McMurray, Sandy (Heather), New Waterford, and grandchildren, Kimberly, Ryan, Mitchell, Adam, Alex, Brennan, Shannon, Erin, Mackenzie, Ben and Nicholas and great-grandchildren, Andrew and Emma; sisters, Joan (Wally) Cameron, Boisdale, Dolly Hill, Lower Sackville; brothers, Toby MacLennan, Ontario, Manion MacLennan, John R. MacLennan and Chisholm (Diane) MacLennan, all of New Waterford; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St. in New Waterford. Funeral mass will be held Friday, Nov. 15 at 10 a.m. at the Parish of St. Leonard with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Interment will follow immediately afterwards at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. All are invited to join the family for a reception at the KOC Hall, Plummer Avenue. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ovarian Cancer of Canada Society, St. Vincent de Paul, VON, Palliative Care or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the family can be made at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Phoebe (Fahey) MacDonald Born In: New Waterford Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: November 10th, 2013 It is with very heavy hearts and fond memories we announce the passing of our mother. Ma passed away on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, at her residence with her loving family by her side. Born in New Waterford, Phoebe was the daughter of the late Hubert and Mary Ann (McNeil) Dalton. She was a former member of St. Joseph's Church, Reserve Mines, and also, St. John's Church, New Aberdeen. Ma was a woman of great faith. Her greatest joys in life were her grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She enjoyed watching "Corrie" on television and Wednesday TV bingo. She was an exceptional baker and her apple pies were second to none. Ma loved a good cup of tea with her family. She looked forward to her weekly phone calls from away. Phoebe took great pride in being an 'elite' dart player. Ma will be sadly missed by her loving children, Mary Jo, Teresa, Willena, Jimmy, all of Glace Bay, Junior (Hilda), St. Catharines, Ont.; sister, Irene (George) Murphy, Toronto, Ont.; seven cherished grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and several stepchildren. Besides her parents, Phoebe was predeceased by her first husband, William Fahey, second husband, Francis McDonald, two children in infancy, a grandchild, in infancy and son-in-law, Roddie MacKillop. As per Ma's wishes, there will be private visitation only. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, 2013, in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Interment will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Glace Bay. In lieu of flowers, donations in Phoebe's memory may be made to St. Joseph's Cemetery Fund. Online condolences to the family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Lorna (Mancini) Connors Passed in: Sydney River Passed on: November 10th, 2013 With broken hearts, we regret to announce the sudden passing of Lorna Connors, daughter of the late Joseph and Sadie (Lamey) Mancini, on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, at the age of 71. Lorna was born and raised in Sydney Mines, but lived for most of her life in Sydney River. She was a 1962 graduate of St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing in North Sydney, and retired in 2000, after many years as a pediatric nurse at St. Rita Hospital, and later the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. A devout Catholic, she was a longstanding member of Our of Lady of Fatima parish. Lorna had a great sense of humor, a zest for life, and enjoyed nothing more than spending evenings around the dinner table with her beloved family and friends. Times spent with Gerry and their great friends at the Sydney Curling Club and Seaview Golf & Country Club were a source of pleasure for her. Her greatest joy, however, was her role as treasured grandmother to her five grandchildren. They will miss Lorna's loving presence in their lives. Lorna was married for 49 years to the love of her life, Gerry Connors. They were very much looking forward to celebrating their Golden wedding anniversary this coming June. She is survived by her husband, Gerald; cherished children, Kelly (Erin), Westmount, Tara (Loli) Connors-Torres, Coxheath, and Cory (Wynter), Timberlea; beloved grandchildren, Aidan, Clare, Andreas, Ella and Brynn; sisters, Marlene (Danny) Carmichael, Natick, Mass., and Bernice King, Sydney Mines; sisters-in-law, Florence Axworthy, Alice Mancini; and many nieces and nephews. Lorna was predeceased by brothers, Joe and Ronnie, her niece, Michelle and nephew, Kevin. Visitation for the late Mrs. Connors will be held at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 14 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Church with Fr. Duaine Devereaux officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory of Lorna may be made to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.twcurry.com. Noel Vanderlinden Born: December 25th, 1923 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 10th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved father, Noel Vanderlinden on Sunday, November 10 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Joggins, Nova Scotia, he was the son of the late Oscar and Marie (Bartels) Vanderlinden. He volunteered to serve our country in World War II for 3.5 years in Italy, Germany and Holland. He worked for over 40 years as a coal miner in 26 Colliery and Lingan Colliery. Dad was an avid gardener and card player and he also loved to cook. He will be remembered for his generosity and keen sense of humor. He loved to play cribbage at the Dominion Hawks Community Club where he had many friends. Dad was happiest when surrounded by family. He is survived by his children Donna, Sydney, Betty (Tom Orgar), BC, Mary (Mike Raoul), Windsor, NS, Patricia (Blair Tobin), Ont., Jimmy (Joan), Dominion, Lois (Jaime Martell), Sydney, John (Sheri), Ont., Joan (Ken Brake), BC and Karen (Jimmy Miles), Dominion; he is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years, Peggy Gillis; son Noel Oscar; grandson, Thomas Noel Orgar; sisters, Hortense, Laura, Val, Mary Jane and infant brother Auguste. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 15 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Curry's Funeral Home, 775 Main St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass celebrating his life will be held on Saturday, November 16 at 11a.m. at St. Eugene's Church, Dominion. The Rev. Daniel Boudreau will be officiating. All are welcome, following the mass, to the parish hall for a reception. Donations may be made to the An Cala Palliative Care Nursing Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.jmcurryfuneralhome.com. ŠI have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faithŠ.2 Timothy 4:6-8 Allister Boyd After a short, but courageous battle with cancer, it is with great sadness, the family of Allister Mouland Boyd, formally of Sydney Mines, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, announce his passing on October 23, 2013, in Kitimat, British Columbia. Allister is survived by his wife and best friend, Pauline (Robinson) Boyd and his children Judy (Thomas), Jim (Shawna) and Heather. Grandchildren Spencer, Sydney, Kaylie and Dayna (Ryan) and great-grandson, Daniel. He is predeceased by his parents, Wilson Whitfield and Myra (Mouland) Boyd and brother, James Whitfield. A memorial service was held November 1, 2013 at Kitimat Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Allister's name in memoriam to the Kitimat Presbyterian Church Piano Fund. Wallace 'Wally' Martell Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 6th, 2013 Wallace died Wednesday, October 6, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Survived by wife Caroline; sons, Randy (Linda), Tim (Nicole Gaskell); grandchildren, Ryan and Matthew Martell, Maeven Gaskell; sisters Mary, Margie, Cecilia, Lorraine, Maureen; brothers, Lawrence and Duncan. Predeceased by parents, Abe and Jessie (MacDougall); brother, Sid. Cremation has taken place. At Wally's request, there will be no visitation. Burial at a later date. Special thanks to Fr. Frank Abbass, Dr. Peter Jackson, VON, palliative care unit, Duncan and Annette Martell and so many others who supported us during Wally's illness. Your love, prayers and support have made this very difficult time bearable. Donations in Wally's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or Palliative Care. Alice Almond Born: May 20th, 1938 Passed on: November 10th, 2013 Alice Almond, mother, mentor, fashionista, Red Hatter, tarabish player, champion baker and one of Cape Breton's greatest advocates passed away Nov. 10, 2013, at the age of 75. As her children we are heartbroken with her sudden passing and wish we could have had more time with her. We take comfort in the everyday memories we have of Mom and feel truly blessed to have grown up in the wonderful family that she and Dad made for us - creating memories that will stay with us for life. Mom was born in Reserve Mines, and was the daughter of the late Walter and Veronica (Fahey) Finlayson. She married our Dad, Michael, in 1960 and together they had 50 wonderful years of marriage before Dad passed away just two years ago. They lived in Boston shortly after marrying but moved back to Cape Breton in the late 60s to raise our family. They complemented each other well, socialized often and loved to go dancing almost as much as we enjoyed watching them together. Mom often said Dad was the wind beneath her wings that allowed her to fulfill her career and community aspirations. Mom's working life spanned more than 50 years during which time she held a number of increasingly senior administrative roles in the private and public sector before retiring just five years ago. For most people the countdown to retirement begins in your 50s - maybe 60s but Mom loved her work too much to quit. Undaunted by challenge, Mom spent the bulk of her career working for the federal government to boost employment in Cape Breton. She worked tirelessly for decades creating programs to train and retrain people, to assist individuals find meaningful work and with organizations to create opportunities for Cape Bretoners. She made a difference for so many people. For Mom, it wasn't just a job - she loved to see people reach their potential and gave so many the confidence and support they needed at difficult times in their lives. We are and always will be incredibly proud of Mom and all that she accomplished in her professional career devoting her life to helping others. She gave willingly and often to her community over the years volunteering for countless organizations including the Cape Breton Regional Municipality Task Force, the Association for Safer Cape Breton Communities, the Advisory Committee on Queen's Counsel Appointments, the IWK Hospital, Junior Achievement and was the founder of the Arlene MacNeil Trust Fund Foundation. For her efforts she received many honours: First Lady of the Year, Beta Sigma Phi International, 1995; Commemorative Medal for the 125th Anniversary of Canadian Confederation; the Merit Award for Public Service Entrepreneurship; Award for Outstanding Commitment to Community Service from the Nova Scotia Director General and was one of the top 10 finalists for the Canadian Women's Mentor Awards. In 1999, she was recognized in the Who's Who of Canadian Women publication. Despite a busy career and volunteer life, Mom had lots of hobbies and a wonderful circle of friends. She was the founder and an active member of the Cape Breton Chapter of the Red Hat Society, enjoyed a game of tarabish a couple of times a week at one of the local gathering spots, was a bit of a political junkie and in recent years took up gardening. She loved to entertain friends at home and turned her garage into a make shift hall complete with enough tables and chairs to host card tournaments and parties. She loved to shop and found the search for a bargain exhilarating - a passion she passed along to us. She was well-known for her cooking and baking. Mom was always making something for someone - our family, the local clergy, a neighbour, a sick friend, or her fellow card players. She was one of these people who could take one gigantic bowl and then all of a sudden on the counter would appear four pies, three pans of squares and a batch of tea biscuits, all before most of us were out of bed. And she made the best pancakes hands down. She was the most wonderful mother. She was always there when we needed advice or support dropping everything on a dime when someone called. She taught us to be selfless and to see the bigger picture. She was the ultimate optimist who believed attitude was everything. We often said that Mom was the champion of the underdog taking the side of the person most needing her support. She was strong-willed and opinionated (but in a nice way) and you never wondered where she stood on any issue. She could stretch a dollar and ran our home as efficiently as she managed her career. She regularly visited our relatives in Boston, loved cars (especially her current convertible), the Casino, travelling, American Idol and dark rum and cherished her dog Bella, her constant companion at home. She recently opened a part of her home to three international students who became instant friends to Mom. She relished her role as Gramma and never hesitated to overstep boundaries and dish out advice. That's why we loved her. Like she did with her own children, she challenged her grandchildren to work hard and give their best effort. She took personal pride in their academic and athletic accomplishments and always took their side in any debate with one of us. It was a right of passage in our family that each of her granddaughters learned to make their first pie under her watchful eye. Left to grieve are her five children, Charlene MacKinnon (Kevin), Halifax, Natalie Paris (James), Sydney, Deanna Gallaway (Dave), Halifax, Allison Donovan (Blair), Halifax, and Michael Almond (Krista) Halifax; eight grandchildren, Julia, Sara, Clara, Jarrod, Lauren, Taylor, Bradley and Julianne and one great-grandchild, Lucas. She is also survived by a sister, Nan Murphy (Arnold); a brother, Melvin Finlayson (Pearl); several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Besides her parents and Dad, Mom was predeceased by her brother, Charlie Finlayson and grandson, Matthew Fitzgerald. Visitation for Mom will be at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a funeral mass Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Sydney River. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation. We extend our sincerest thanks to Dr. Paul Murphy, Mom's family doctor for many years, and to the doctors and nurses at the QE II Hospital in Halifax who provided exceptional care to Mom during her most recent stay. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Linda MacKinnon Steiger Born In: New Waterford Born: May 29th, 1957 Passed in: Whitecourt, Canada Passed on: October 29th, 2013 Linda Catherine Marie Steiger (MacKinnon), age 56 years of Whitecourt, AB, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 29, 2013. Linda was born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia on May 29, 1957 to proud parents Johnny and Betty Steiger. She attended Breton Education Center. Linda married Rick MacKinnon on July 28, 1981. Shortly after, they moved to Whitecourt where they raised four children. Linda will be lovingly remembered for her smile, her laugh and the way she walked. She took great pride in being a hockey mom and her grandchildren were her pride and joy. Linda put all of her love and ambition into her children, and always made sure they never did without. Her favorite time of year was Christmas; she loved to decorate and listen to Christmas music. Linda worked very hard as a day home provider for 13 years to help support her family. Linda is survived by her children, Connie, Kelly (Trisha), Crystal (Chad) and Courtney (Dane); grandchildren, Bailey, Trey, Brooke, Seth, Bodi, Gjoa, Jersey and Jalissa; father, Johnny (Diane); sisters, Debbie (Joe) and Bev; and brother, Billy (Cathy). Linda was predeceased by her mother, Betty and her brother, John Wayne. Our entire family would like to thank everyone for their love and support during this difficult time. Thank you to Park Memorial for helping us honour our mother. Anybody wishing to send donations or flowers, please send to 4809 - 47 Avenue, Mayerthorpe, AB T0E 1N0. Funeral Service Friday, November 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Whitecourt Family Worship Centre, 4220 Elko Drive. Douglas R. McDermid officiating with interment in Whitecourt Cemetery. Thank you mom, for all that you have done, You took great care of your daughters and son. You loved us all from the very start, With your warm, kind and loving heart. Thank you mom, for being so strong, While trying to teach us right from wrong. If anytime we had a problem, You were there to help us solve them. You'd lift us up, when we were feeling blue, Thank you mom, we could always count on you. You were such an awesome mother, The love you showed was like no other. Thank you mom, for your dear, sweet love, Now you'll watch over us from heaven above. - Nichole J. Heath - To send condolences, visit www.parkmemorial.com Laura Vivian Hardy Ingonish Our beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, grand mother-in-law, great-grandmother and sister, Laura Vivian Hardy, passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Buchanan Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013. Born in Ingonish, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Irene (Stockley) Hardy. She worked at the Point Cottages, Ingonish Motel, she enjoyed spending time with her kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; loved to knit and do crossword puzzles. She loved playing cards with Richard 'Dick'. Anyone who knew her; knew that she would do anything to help those that needed it and her teapot was always on. She is survived by her loving children, Austin ( Judy), Sydney, George (Cecile), Ingonish, Joyce (Wayne Powers), Ingonish; Clements (Delia), Ingonish; beloved grandmother to Robert, David, Gerald, Alison, Pauline, Steven, Jeff, Kelly, Amanda, Chris; cherished greatgrandmother to Landon, Bentley, Abby, Bria, Kelsey, Devon, Tyson, Lily, Austin, Gerald, Braxton, Paige, Brooke, Madyson, Destiny, Dustin, Ashley, Cheyenne, Julie, Richard; sister and friend to Gertrude Russell, Hayden, 'her other daughter' Judy MacLeod (Andy); son Paul, his children Rylan and Jessie and daughter Julia (Mark), their son Andrew and mom's namesake little Laura. Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Laura was predeceased by her husband Dick, to whom she was married to for 52 years, brothers, Sidney, Arthur, Johnny and one in infancy and sisters, Carrie and Mary Jane. Visitation for the late Mrs. Hardy will take place from Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, Ingonish on Wednesday (today) from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Friday at 2 p.m. from St. John Anglican Church, Ingonish, with Rev Dr. Carolyn Sharpe officiating. Interment in St. John's Cemetery. Donations can be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.fillmoreandwhitman.com. Special thanks to Dr. Buffett and Dr. Murray and the nurses at the hospital. Irene Donovan Born In: Sydney Mines Born: January 16th, 1933 Passed in: North Sydney Passed on: November 10th, 2013 It is with deepest sadness we announce the passing of Irene, our beloved sister and aunt on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2013, from the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late Levi and Rita Alice (Budgen) Bonnar. Irene loved to sit on her veranda, she enjoyed knitting but most of all she loved listening to Daniel O'Donnell. She was the loving sister of Jeannie McGean, Winston (Margie) Bonnar, Melvin (Carol) Bonnar and Linda MacNeil. Aunt to several neices and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, James 'Buller' Bonnar, Chesley 'Duddy' Bonnar, sisters, Annabelle Ryan, Viola McCarthy, Shirley Salisbury and May Ryan. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. with a funeral service on Thursday at 2 p.m. all from Fillmore and Whitman Funeral Home, 10 Clyde Ave. Sydney Mines. Major Kent Hepditch officiating. Interment in Brookside Cemetery. Donations in Irene's memory may be sent to the Salvation Army or to the Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be sent to www.fillmoreandwhitman.com.