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 29, 2013 Friday There were 3 obituaries published today Mary 'Sara' MacNeil - 103 yrs Vera Kathleen 'Kaye' Douglas - 87 yrs Alexander A. 'Allie' Morrison - 72 yrs Mary 'Sara' MacNeil Born In: Barra Glen Victoria County Passed in: Sydney/Shenacadie Passed on: November 28th, 2013 The family regrets to announce the passing of Mary 'Sara' MacNeil, 103, on Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility. Born in Barra Glen, Victoria County, she was the daughter of the late Stephen S. 'Dunn' and Catherine (MacNeil) MacNeil. Sara was a former resident of Shenacadie and later moved to Sydney where she lived for many years and worked at Eastern Bakeries prior to her marriage. She was a member of St. Barra parish, Christmas Island, and was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward 'Eddy' MacNeil, three brothers, Stephen J., Alex B., and Patrick in infancy, also four sisters, Mary Campbell, Catherine MacKinnon, Kitty MacDonald and Cassie MacKinnon. Visitation will be held 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral mass at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 2 at St. Barra Church, Christmas Island, with Rev. Joe MacNeil officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations in Sara's memory may be made to a charity of choice. We would like to thank the staff of St. Ann's Bay for being so wonderful to Sara. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.twcurry.com. Vera Kathleen 'Kaye' Douglas Passed in: North Shore, Canada Passed on: November 27th, 2013 Vera Kathleen 'Kaye' Douglas, a longtime resident of Rossland, B.C., and most recently of North Shore in Cape Breton, N.S., passed away peacefully in hospital in Baddeck N.S. on Nov. 27, 2013 at the age of 87. She is survived by her son, Gordon; brother, Clarence Blair (Doris); niece, Karen (Bruce) and nephew, Dale (Lynne); sister-in-law, Rachel Wellock and her family Louise (Robert) and sister-in-law, Helen Smith. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, James Douglas. By request, there will be no visitation or service. MacAskill Funeral Home of Baddeck is entrusted with the arrangements. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made in Kaye's name to Victoria County Memorial Hospital, 30 Margaree Rd., or Victoria County Home Support Service, Box 278, both in Baddeck, N.S., B0E 1B0. Kaye's family greatly appreciates the support received from both organizations and the generous community on the North Shore. Alexander 'Allie' Morrison Passed in: London, Ontario, Canada Passed on: November 25th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we, his family, announce his passing at the Victoria Hospital, London, Ont. on Monday, November 25, 2013. He was the son of Annie (MacDonald) Morrison, Hornes Road and the late John Morrison. Loving father of Louise (Scott) Silverthorne and Lynn (Chris) Foerter; proud grandfather of Trevor and Rhiannon Silverthorne and Connor, Cameron and Mason Foerter. Also survived by brothers, Ross (Helen), Calvin (Christine) and Gary (Ruth); sisters, Beth (Bob) Peters, Kit, Rilla (Gary) Krawchuk and Gail (Greg) Graham; and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Union Presbyterian Church, Albert Bridge on Monday, December 2 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Lydia MacKinnon officiating. Interment in Oakfield Cemetery, Marion Bridge. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Union Presbyterian Church or charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected]