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 28, 2013 Thursday There were 5 obituaries published today Wayne O'Connell - 67 yrs Neil Stuart MacLeod - 27 yrs Lena Frances (Vickery) Patrick - 98 yrs Blair MacLeod - 77 yrs James Guy "Jimmie" Laidldaw - Wayne O'Connell Born: September 24th, 1946 Passed in: New Waterford Passed on: November 27th, 2013 It is with great sadness we say goodbye to Wayne O'Connell of New Waterford. Wayne passed away peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in the early morning of Nov. 27, 2013. Wayne will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 43 years, Mary; two proud sons, Wayne and Daniel; his special granddaughter, Abbey-Lynn and brother, Daniel. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Beatrice O'Connell. Wayne worked for Devco for 32 years in both Lingan and Phalen mines. He was a hard worker who sacrificed his health to make sure his family were always taken care of. After retirement from Devco Wayne worked part-time as a security guard at Stream in Glace Bay. Wayne loved spending time with family and friends having great conversation and a good laugh. Anyone who came to visit was made to feel at home and told to help yourself to anything he had. All close to him will miss his stories and laughter. In honouring Wayne's wishes, cremation will take place under the care and guidance of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at the parish of Saint Leonard with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Interment will be held at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. A luncheon will follow in Saint Leonard's Parish Hall on Convent Street. In lieu of flowers we ask that you make a donation to the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney, Nova Scotia. The Palliative Care Unit gave Wayne the most wonderful and passionate care during his final days can't be thanked enough. Online condolences to the O'Connell family area available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Neil MacLeod Born In: Halifax, Canada Born: June 19th, 1986 Passed in: Shunacadie, Canada Passed on: November 25th, 2013 With heavy hearts and profound sadness the family of Neil Stuart MacLeod announce his passing on Nov. 25, 2013. Born in Halifax on June 19, 1986, Neil was the only son of Douglas and Wilma (MacMullin) MacLeod. He attended Mary Lawson Elementary school in Dartmouth and was a graduate of Prince Andrew High School. A loving and caring son, brother, uncle and grandson. Always a free spirit, he had many interests, including baseball, hockey and sports in general. He was happiest strumming his guitar and jamming with his friends. Neil enjoyed time spent with his nephew Connor, walking on the beach at Grampies in Beaver Cove. Besides his parents, Neil is survived by his only sister, Emily (Greg) Gill of Stratford, P.E.I. and their sons Connor and Liam, and grandmother, Betty (Doris) MacMullin, of Beaver Cove. Neil will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Neil was predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Michael MacMullin on Oct. 3, 2013, as well as paternal grandparents, Donnie and Margaret MacLeod. There will be no visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale on Friday, Nov. 29, 2013, at 11a.m. with Fr. Paul Abbass officiating. Interment to take place beside his grandfather Michael in St. Andrew's Cemetery Boisdale, immediately following the funeral service. Family flowers only please. Memorial Donations may be made to a food bank of your choice. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Neil's family by visiting www.francisfuneralhome.ca. "Rest In Peace Neil" Lena Patrick Born In: Advocate Harbour Born: August 31st, 1915 Passed in: Sydney Mines Passed on: November 26th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the peaceful passing of our mother, Lena Patrick (Vickery), on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2013, at the Northside Community Guest Home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Advocate Harbour, N.S., on Aug. 31, 1915, Mom was the daughter of the late Frank and Vertie Vickery, of Joggins, N.S. She was a faithful member of Carman United Church, Sydney Mines. Mum kept very busy with her many activities. She loved music, walking, fishing, playing cards and travelling. She belonged to the Carman United Church Choir for many years, and was also a member and Past Nobel Grand of Cann Rebekah Lodge, the Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary, the Legion Dart Club, Senior Citizens, Fun Band, and in earlier years, the Red Cross. She sold Avon for many years, and enjoyed chats and a cup of tea with all her customers. Mom will be greatly missed by her family and her many friends who enjoyed her company and energy. Lena is survived by her daughters, Marion Walker and Joyce Gardner (Clifford), Sydney Mines, Georgena Morris, Hamilton, Ont., Nancy McLellan (Kevin), Windsor, N.S., and Debbie MacMillan, (Neill), Hammonds Plains, N.S., and sons, Roy Patrick (Ev), Sydney Mines, and Gordon Shaw (Joyce), Chester, N.S. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and 11 great-great-grandchildren. She was 'Ole Nanny' and 'Granny Great' to them all, and loved them with all her heart. She is also survived by her sister, Norma MacAloney (Bill), River Hebert. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband George, son Roger, granddaughter, Melissa MacMillan, brothers, Roy Vickery, Curtis Vickery, Graydon Vickery and Austen Vickery, and sister, Edna Campbell; sons-in-law, Frank Walker and Roger Morris. Visitation for Lena Patrick will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, today (Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, at 11 a.m. in Carman United Church, Clyde Avenue, Sydney Mines, with Rev. Nick Phillips officiating. A reception will be held in the church hall, following the service. A private committal service will be held at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations in Lena's memory may be made to Carman United Church, the Northside Community Guest Home, or to a charity of one's choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com. Blair MacLeod Blair passed away on Monday, November 25, 2013 in his 78th year. Blair is survived by his son Paul of Toronto and brother Calvin of Albert Bridge. His is also survived by nieces Lori Doyle and Deborah Richardson; his aunt Frankie McCormack of Glace Bay as well as Many cousins. Blair was predeceased by wife Betty, father Duncan MacLeod and mother Annie MacLeod. Cremation has taken place and services will be held, Sunday, December 1, 2013 at Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, Barrie, Ont., at 2 p.m. James 'Jimmie' Guy Laidlaw Born In: Sydney Mines Son of the late Jessie and Lawrence Laidlaw, Sydney Mines. He is survived by wife Margaret (Peg); sons, Donald (Stephanie), Corey (Melissa) and four wonderful grandchildren, Megan, Lucas, Caitlin and Joseph 'JJ'; sisters, Willena (Bob) Johnson, Ontario, and Linda Arsenault, Halifax; brothers, Larry, Calgary, and George, Halifax. He was predeceased by brother Doug and sister Anne. Friends and family lost a vital life force when Jim finally succumbed to the cancer wracking his body. Those fortunate enough to have known him will have memories that will make them smile for years. His precious grandchildren for whom "Papa could fix anything!" will feel his love long after they have grown and hopefully, will pass it on to their children. Sons, Don and Corey, have realized their good fortune in having such a special and giving father which is evident when one sees them with their own children. Jim started his working career in the Bank of Nova Scotia and went on to join Revenue Canada Taxation where he did well and made many more friends. However, what our Jim liked to do best was "play". Hunting, fishing, skiing (water and snow), scuba diving, motorcycling, golfing, canoeing, ATV riding, travelling and dancing were some of his many pursuits. All were done with total enjoyment. For his wife of 44 years, Peggy he has truly been a life partner and best friend. "Nobody looks after you like I do" he was fond of saying and that is so true. We travelled a wonderful road together and I shall ever hold all my wonderful memories close, feeling him still by my side. There will be a "Celebration of Life" service at 6 p.m., Friday, Nov. 29 at the Centennial Legion (Branch 160), 730 Main Street (#7 Hwy.), Dartmouth. Reception to follow until 8 p.m. Internment will be private at a later date. Family flowers only. In lieu, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. He'll wait for us in his quiet place and watch over us till we meet again.