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 05, 2013 Tuesday There are 5 obituaries published today Mary Edith (King) McMullin - 91 yrs Thelma '"Dolly" Lake - 81 yrs Arthur Gordon "Moose" Mercer - Carmen (Bottie) McMullin - 78 yrs Catherine "Kay" (Saccary) Metcalfe - 77 yrs Mary Edith McMullin (King) Born In: Florence Born: April 5th, 1922 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: November 1st, 2013 It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Edith, announce her passing on Friday, November 1, 2013, at the Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence on April 5, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Purvis and Margaret 'Maggie' (Sullivan) King. Our mother was a devoted member of St. Pius X Parish, Sydney Mines. She was a regular contributor to various church fund raising efforts, and together with her husband, raised their children in a Christian environment. Edith and Francis were a very popular couple in Sydney Mines for many years, and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing them. We all will remember her 'good cup of tea, a 'sweetie', and naturally, the latest gossip. She also loved to laugh and reminisce about growing up in Cape Breton, and the wonderful time she spent with her brothers and sisters, with whom she shared a lifelong bond. Edith was born and raised in Florence and was the great-great granddaughter of several Cape Breton Pioneer Families who crossed the Atlantic to live and prosper in a new land. These pioneer families settled in the Little Bras d'Or and Mill Creek areas. Her ancestors include the King, Sullivan, Cantwell, LeJeune (Young), Richard (Reashore & Richaur) and Dugas families. No doubt there will be a joyous reception awaiting her in Heaven. Her passing will be mourned, yet her life will be thoughtfully remembered by a host of family, friends and acquaintances. She is survived by her daughter Marilyn (James Edwards); her son Lauchie (Doreen); daughter-in-law Wendy (Boutilier); and special granddaughters Geralyn and Michelle (Vince). She is also survived by an additional two granddaughters, four great-granddaughters, and numerous nieces and nephews. In her final years she received an enormous and continuing amount of support from Wendy, Geralyn and Michelle. A special thank you as well to her special niece and nephews; Shirley and Dougie LeBlanc, Harold MacKinnon, her good friend Patti MacAulay, Dr. Wawer, Cindy LeBlanc, and the nursing staff of 2 West. Edith would be proud of the men who will guide her to her final resting place; Carl Gardner, Vince Marsden, Harold MacKinnon, Doug LeBlanc, Buddy Pentecost and Greg LeBlanc. Besides her parents, Edith was predeceased by her husband John Francis McMullin, her dear son Gerard Francis (Jed) McMullin, her sisters Alice, Veronica, Genny and Margie, and her brothers Lewis, Dave, Harold and Pius Augustine (in infancy). In lieu of flowers, donations in Edith's memory may be made to a charity of your choice. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no visitation. A funeral Mass to remember Edith's life will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2013, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church (formerly St. Pius X) with Fr. Thomas John officiating. A reception will be held in the parish hall, following the Mass. A private burial will take place in St. Joseph Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. "She is not lost, our dearest love, Nor has she travelled far, Just stepped inside home's loveliest room, And left the door ajar." Thelma 'Dolly' Lake Born In: 1932-03-23 Passed in: Sydney Passed on: November 3rd, 2013 We, the family of Dolly Lake, regret to announce her passing on Sunday, November 3, 2013. Born March 23, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Vera (Shanahan) Pledge. Dolly was an active member of Trinity United Church and enjoyed a fun-filled life as a stay-at-home wife and mother. Famous for her "Chipit" and "Fat Archie" cookies, she always had some special treats for her children and "Green Road" children. A kindhearted, compassionate, genuine soul, Dolly will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She had a wonderful life and enjoyed spending time with her family and relaxing with her puzzles and cryptoquotes. Bridge, Trivia Pursuit, Cribbage and other games kept her active with longtime friends, her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Roger in 1989. They are now reunited. Dolly will be sadly missed by her children, Geanne (Bernard), Brian (Lillian), Laura Lee (Sean), Deanna (Kelly) and Lana; grandchildren, Roger, Nicole, Troy and Jason; great-grandson, Adam; sisters, Faye and Beverly; and sister-in-law, Jan Pledge. She was predeceased by brothers, Harold, Donald, Louis and Percy (in infancy) and sisters, Edith, Mona, Marnie, Betty, Mary, Vonnie and Madeline There will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday 11 a.m., with Mr. Gary Grant officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or palliative care at the CBRH. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Arthur Gordon 'Moose' Mercer Passed on: November 2nd, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Arthur Gordon 'Moose' Mercer announce his passing on Saturday Nov. 2, 2013, at his home in Mira, with his loving family by his side. Born in Sydney, Moose was the son of the late Arthur L. Mercer and Ethel Blanche (Demont). Moose was a prominent local businessman, owner of Mercer Fuels Limited, and was involved in numerous other business ventures throughout his lifetime. Moose was inducted in to the Cape Breton Business Hall of Fame and the Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame as a member of the Sydney Academy Basketball team. Moose was also a member of the United Baptist Church, a member of the board of directors for the 1987 Canada Games, a member of the Rotary Club, a 55-year member at St. Andrew's Lodge of Cape Breton #7, and also a member of the Scottish Rite. Moose was a tireless supporter many local charities and sports teams. Moose was an avid horseman, horse owner, and loved going to his coffee club with great friends. In his younger years, he had a pilot's license and loved playing basketball and hanging out at the YMCA. Moose always put his family first and is survived by his loving wife Joan 'Bibbie' (Woodill); daughter Brenda, Coxheath, and her children Christy (Jeremy), Jamie (Claire) and Chauncey Gillis; son Gary (Laura), Pt. Edward, and their children Ian (Jessica), Jacqueline 'Jacki' and Justin (Annie) Mercer; and son David (Barbara), Westmount, and their children Todd and Courtney Mercer; great-grandchildren Cody Wells and Brooklyn Mercer; brother-in-law Douglas Woodill; cousins, Earl Demont and Dorothy Brunt, and longtime friends, Gar (Lorna) MacQuarrie and Sandy (Wendy) Morrison. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother Lawrence. Visitation will take place Wednesday Nov. 6, 2013, at Sydney Memorial Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and a Masonic Service will be held at 6:45 p.m. A funeral service will be held Thursday, 2 p.m. at the United Baptist Church, Sydney, with Rev. Allan MacLellan officiating. A very special thanks to Dr. Bobby Cohen, the nurses, the VON, and Palliative Care. Donations may be made to the VON, Palliative Care, or a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Carmen (Botte) McMullin Born In: Reserve Mines Born: August 22nd, 1935 It is with great sadness we, the family of Carmen (Botte) McMullin, 78, of Sydney, announce the peaceful passing and the end of her 11-year battle with Alzheimer's disease on Nov. 1, 2013, with her family by her side. Carmie, as she was affectionately known, was the third and youngest child born Aug. 22, 1935, in Reserve Mines to Belgian immigrants Camille and Rachelle Botte. She had two older brothers, Ferno and Camille Jr. Carmie was the only child born Canadian but remained very proud of her Belgian heritage her entire life. She married her childhood sweetheart Tom, 54 years ago, and they were happily married to the end. They adopted their only son Glenn, 49 years ago and she was naturally a wonderful loving mom. She was a great homemaker and her home became the gathering place countless times over the years for celebrations and reunions. She was a fabulous musician along with her husband Tom and entertained many family and friends with her piano and accordion skills. She was fluent in French and English and made many trips back to Belgium maintaining close relationships with her family there. She was always very proud of her father's success in the 1914, Tour de France. She loved watching hockey and tennis and was a very vocal fan at times. Family was everything to her and she was everything to her family. Carmie is survived and sadly missed by her husband, Tom McMullin, as well as their son, Glenn (Samantha) McMullin and granddaughter, Rebecca, who was her pride and joy. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Megie (Camille Jr.) Botte, as well as nephew, Greg (Donna) Botte and niece, Donna (Bill) Buckland. She will also be missed by her best friend, Rose (Gerald) Buckland. In Belgium, she is survived by nephew, Jean (Danielle) Botte and his sister, Johanna Botte; cousin, Claudine (Guy) Brichard; as well as many great- nieces and nephews, both here and abroad. Carmie was predeceased by her parents, Camille and Rachelle Botte and her two brothers, Ferno and Camille Jr., and she missed them every day. We would like to give thanks to the staff of Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, MacDougall Court, for the special work they do to make the residents lives the absolute best it can be. Also special thanks to niece Donna Botte who was very close to Carmie over the years and was of tremendous help and comfort to the end. We would also like to thank Charlene MacDonald of Continuing Care for her vast knowledge, positive attitude and caring nature. Charlene made Carmie's last years so much better by providing us with the guidance and information to make the best decisions for her. Visitation and a celebration of Carmie's life will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8 at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Private interment will be held at a later date. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Catherine 'Kay' Saccary Metcalfe March 10, 1936- Nov. 4, 2013 Glace Bay It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother and sister, Catherine Metcalfe, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, on Monday, Nov. 4, 2013, with family at her side. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Alphonse and Winnifred (Byrnes). Kay was a seamstress in Glace Bay for many years and ran Kay's Tailor Shop. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Kay was a member of Reserve Pensioners Club and involved in the Caledonia Ladies Dart League until her illness. Kay is survived by her children, Rose ( Rick Wilcox ), Wayne (Donna), Anne (Claude Milley), Peggy (Fred Boutilier); her grandchildren, Corrine ( Donnie), Kenneth ( Andrea), Angela (Brian), Christian, Allison, Denise (Greg), Cherise, Gerard and Tim and five great-grandchildren. Also survived by sisters, Beatrice( Moore), Willena Arsenault, Mary Saccary; brother, Myles (Dorothy). Kay was predeceased by her parents, also by grandson, Dougie, daughter-in-law, Bertha Ann, siblings, Jake, Leo, Annie Knox, Theresa Rowe, Irene Lynk and late husband Russell. Visitation for Kay will take place today ( Tuesday, Nov. 5) from 7-9 p.m. in Patten Funeral Home, 71 Union St., Glace Bay, and on Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 7 in Immaculate Conception Church with Fr. Daniel Boudreau officiating. Family flowers only. Donations can be made to palliative care and An Cala. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.pattenfuneral.com.