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 22, 2013 Friday There were 5 obituaries published today John "Jake" Brown - 65 yrs Alexander Adolphus "Alex" Mombourquette - 80 yrs Rita Emmond - 92 yrs George Bernard Kyte - 60 yrs John Joseph "Jos" MacPnee - 87 yrs John 'Jake' Brown Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: October 31st, 2013 With deep sadness we announce the passing of John 'Jake' Brown, 65, of Sydney Mines, on Thursday, October 31, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. His family will receive visitors on Sunday, November 24, 2013, at 1 p.m. in J. M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. A celebration of his life will take place at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Fr. Thomas John officiating. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Alexander 'Alex' Adolphus Mombourquette Born In: West L'Ardoise Passed in: Barra Head Passed on: November 16th, 2013 Alexander 'Alex' Adolphus Mombourquette, 80, of Barra Head, N.S., passed away suddenly at his home on Nov. 16, 2013. Born in West L'Ardoise, N.S., he was the son of the late Charles Adolphus and Annie Mae (Briand) Mombourquette. Alex was a man of action, and believed deeply in the notion that a single person could and should make a difference to the world around him. This was evident in his career, his volunteer work and his willingness to help friends and family. Alex built a 30-year career with the Co-operators and was a committed member of the co-operative movement. His career took him, Mary and family from L'Ardoise to St John's twice, Sydney, Moncton twice, Regina and Halifax, making many friends along the way. He and Mary retired in Barra Head. Alex supported his community and church and was involved in many volunteer organizations, such as the Knights of Columbus, Voluntary Planning, and Co-op Council. He was named 2006 Distinguished Co-operator by the N.S. Co-operative Council and was recently named honorary president of the Progressive Conservative party of N.S. His love of carpentry and woodworking shone through in projects like kitchen cabinets for his children, helping build a home for his in-laws and a cottage for his sister, crafting an altar for the church, and building his and Mary's home in Barra Head. After retirement, Alex and Mary spent many years travelling around North America visiting family and friends. When Mary's health declined, Alex devoted his life to taking care of her, so she could live out her years at home. Alex missed Mary dearly but was beginning to laugh and enjoy life again, travelling to visit his children and grandchildren, making new friends, and talking of future adventures. He was active until his last day. He will be dearly missed. Alex was a loving husband, father, and brother who held family and friends in the highest regard. He is survived by his five children, Michael (Cynthia), Duane (Shari), Brian (Ross), Ian and Juanita (Barry); his eight grandchildren, Matthew, Sean, Amy, Amanda, Carrie, Julie, Rachel and Lori, and his three siblings, Joan Giles (Bob Gore), Sam (Elaine) and Annette Martell (Jerome). He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Isabel (nee MacNeil) and a sister, Marie in infancy. Resting in Holy Guardian Angels Funeral Parlor, L'Ardoise with visitation on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be offered from Holy Guardian Angels Church, L'Ardoise on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. with interment in Immaculate Conception Parish Cemetery, Barra Head. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Green's Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Messages to the family may be conveyed at www.greensfuneralhome.ca. RITA EMMOND Rita Emmond 92, Manitoba/Glace Bay It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Rita Emmond on October 18, 2013 at the home of her daughter Renee Tucker, with her daughter at her side. Rita was born in Glace Bay to the late Robert and Annie Devison. She is survived by daughters Renee (Norman), Winnipeg, Jeanette (Armond), Sasketchewan, Gail (Sidney), Alberta, Ann, Sydney, son Robert, Swan River, Manitoba, 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, also numerous nieces and nephews. Rita is also survived by sisters Marie Stashuk, B.C., Josie Burke, Sydney Road, Sis MacDonald, Glace Bay. Rita was predeceased by husband John Emmond in 1994, sons-in-law Dennis and Leonard, brothers Buddy Devison, Raymond and Ignatious Devison in infancy, sisters Stasia Deveaux, Evelyn Devison and Annie Devison. Cremation has taken place with burial in Manitoba at a later date. Although she lived in Manitoba her heart was in Cape Breton. George Bernard Kyte 69, Grand Lake Road It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of George Kyte at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Grandlake, he was the son of Mrs. Peggy Kyte and the late Birney Kyte. He spent his working years at the Sydney Steel Corporation until his retirement. He was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends telling stories. Besides his mother, Peggy, he is survived by his sister, Valarie (Frank) Mullins; brother, Arnie ( Joanne) Kyte and many close cousins, nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his three special girls, Lisa (Andy) KyteMaxwell, Breanne Kyte and Jamie Kyte; also by his former wife and close wife until the end, Cheryl Kyte. Uncle G will never be forgotten. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital or to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of ... John Joseph 'Jos' MacPhee 87, Sydney His son Larry said it all; "My dad passed away last night, Nov. 20, 2013, at age 87. He enlisted in the army at age 18 and served in Belgium during the Second World War with the North Shore Regiment. He only had Grade 8, but was one of the hardest workers I've ever known and was a vigorous and active person well into old age." Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late James and Annie (MacArthur) MacPhee. He is survived by his buddy, wife Ollie (O'Keefe) of 62 years; his sons, Paul and Larry (Alice) and five grandchildren, Michael, Julia, Carson, Thomas, Gregory and his mother Patricia. Also his brothers, Donnie, Tommy and Jim; his sisters, Rita Potter and Kathleen Simpson. He was predeceased by sisters Jean, Margaret, Elizabeth and Anne. He belonged to Branch 12 Legion, Sydney. He worked throughout Cape Breton in auto parts sales and was at one time, part owner of Sydney Auto Parts. He was also employed for several years at CNR. At an early age he played hockey as a goalie and later coached the St. Theresa's parish hockey team. He was very active in St. Theresa's parish, serving as a Eucharistic minister and a senior altar server. Special thanks to the professional and loving care shown to 'Josie' during his 10 months stay at Taigh Na Mara by the staff and Dr. MacCormick, to Dr. J. Wawrzyszyn, his family doctor for 28 years and to Sister Maria Lawrence, CSM. Visitation for the late Mr. MacPhee will take place at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel on Sunday, Nov. 24, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Theresa's Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in memory of ' Jos' may be made to the Taigh Na Mara, Veterans - Glace Bay. Online condolences may be placed by visiting www.twcurry.com.