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 October 05, 2013 Saturday There are obituaries published today Joselyn Sarah MacDonald - 61 yrs Michael B. MacMullin - 87 yrs Francis Elliott "Duckie" Kennedy - 42 yrs Patricia White - 79 yrs Sheila Jane Fanning - 68 yrs Annie Jane (Binns) Coady - 103 yrs Gussie Roach - 56 yrs Florence "Sis" AuCoin - 93 yrs Fran (Anna) Stockley - 75 yrs Joselyn MacDonald Born: October 25th, 1951 Passed in: Skir Dhu Passed on: October 3rd, 2013 The family of Joselyn Sarah MacDonald are saddened to announce her passing on October 3, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, after an unwavering battle with cancer. Born on October 25, 1951, Joselyn was the daughter to the late Clarence and Anna (MacDonald) Buchanan. She was a member of the St. Ann's Bay United Church. Joselyn grew up in St. Ann's Bay, where she loved horseback riding. She spent happy childhood years with her cousin, Donnie and dear friend, Mary Lynn and often talked of their great adventures. Joselyn was a talented craftswoman. Months after a breast cancer diagnosis she opened Milling Frolic Fine Arts and Crafts. This was one of her proudest accomplishments. Family was paramount to Joselyn and her dedication to family was with her always. She believed in community and had spent countless hours comforting others in the latter stages of their illness. Joselyn was predeceased by her parents and is survived by her husband, Murdock; son, Scott, Toronto; daughter, Cary Ann (Jonathan), Baddeck; sisters, Margie (Barry) Stewart, Sydney and Raylene (Lorne) Reid, Fort Murray; brother, Clarence 'CD' (Norma), Fort McMurray; brother in-law, Roddie (Carola) MacDonald; sister in-law, Mora Lund; nieces and nephews, Siobhan, Derek, Ryan, Stuart, Paula, Sadie, Emily and Todd; special friends, Linda (John) Ratchford and special grandniece, Aleah Stewart. In accordance with Joselyn's wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of Joselyn Sarah MacDonald will be held at St. Ann's Bay United Church, Indian Brook, on Monday, Oct. 7, 2013, from 2 to 8 p.m. Donations in memory of Joselyn may be made to The Cape Breton Cancer Centre Patient Care Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the care and diection of Pier Community Funeral Home. Online condolences may be forward to the family at www.pierfuneralhome.com. Michael MacMullin Born: September 21st, 1926 Passed in: Beaver Cove Passed on: October 3rd, 2013 With family members by his side Michael B. MacMullin, Beaver Cove passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born September 21st, 1926, he was the only son of the late Flora (MacNeil) and Joseph Mac Mullin of Beaver Cove. A prominent community figure Michael served on committees of Boisdale Volunteer Fire Department, former Boisdale Co-op Society, Community Development Association, former Grand Narrows and District Board of Trade, the Boisdale Historical Society and the Progressive Conservative Party of Nova Scotia. Michael was a member of St. Andrew's Parish in Boisdale and served for many years on Parish Council. Michael had the proud distinction of being the last surviving founding member of the Boisdale Serenity Group of Alcoholics Anonymous. He was truly dedicated and worked tirelessly not only on behalf of his own group but enjoyed and supported fellowship groups in surrounding communities and across Cape Breton Island. He never waivered in sharing experiences, strengths, hopes and a few words of encouragement with those whom he felt were searching for a life of peace and serenity. His interest in politics, sports, community history and family genealogy made for many spirited and humorous sessions at his family table or sunroom. Michael was employed in construction work for several years and retired in 1991 as highway foreman from the Department of Transportation, Sydney River. While there he made many lasting friendships. Michael is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty ('Doris' Campbell) and his children; Gregory (Valerie); Dartmouth, Wilma (Dougie) MacLeod; Shenacadie, Allison (Maxine); Stewiacke, David (Bernice); Frenchvale, JoAnne (Wayne) MacIsaac; Beaver Cove, Clem; Beaver Cove, Robert; Yellowknife, and Joey (Mandy); Florida. Michael was a proud and pampered Grampie to grandchildren; Catherine, Emily, Matthew, Jennie, Michael, Neil, Joshua, Douglas, Seumas, James, Lisa, Zachary and Bryan. As well he leaves behind three cherished great grandsons; Connor, Liam Gill and Lachlan Slaunwhite. He is also survived by sisters; Johnanna MacKinnon, Iona, Theresa MacKinnon, Northside Community Guest Home, and Josephine McNeil, Halifax. Michael was predeceased by sisters; Catherine Nearie, Margaret Collins, Lizzie Mac Mullin, Mary MacNeil, Rita Goss, Chrissy Whalen, Eileen MacMullin and Stephena Gallant. The MacMullin family will receive visitors at St. Andrew's Parish on Sunday, October 6th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Andrew's Parish on Monday, October 7th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Paul Abbass officiating. Interment to follow in Parish Cemetery. Memorial donations in Michael's memory may be made to St. Andrew's Cemetery Fund or a food bank of your choice. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the MacMullin family at www.francisfuneralhome.ca . Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Family flowers only please. Francis 'Duckie' Kennedy Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: October 1st, 2013 It is with broken hearts, that we announce the passing of Francis Elliott 'Duckie' Kennedy of New Aberdeen, Glace Bay. Francis went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2013. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Francis and Patricia (Parrott) Kennedy and was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, New Aberdeen. Francis attended school at St. John's in New Aberdeen and was known for his love of cars, dirt bikes, fishing, and working with his hands. Besides his parents, he survived by his two children, son, Francis Elliott Kennedy, daughter, Kierstin Lee Kennedy and granddaughter, Julie Kennedy, all of Alberta; brothers, Michael (Chantel), Alberta, Joshua (Allison), Glace Bay; sisters, Jennie-Cookie (David) Reddick, Alberta, Trish-Tia (Brent) Kennedy, Halifax, Elizabeth (Rochelle) Kennedy, Ontario, Beverly (Nicole) Kennedy, Alberta, and precious Delores Anne Kennedy, Glace Bay. He will also be sadly missed by paternal grandmother, Jennie Mary Kennedy, maternal grandmother, Mary MacCormack, both of Glace Bay; nephews, Keanau and Tyrese; nieces, Kaitlyn, Tanisha, and Tianna. Francis was predeceased by brothers, Sandy James 'Bo,' Sandy William 'M.B.' and Kirk Vincent, paternal grandfather, who he adored, Francis Elliott (Papa) Kennedy, step grandfather, Elmer MacCormack and his great-grandparents, William and Elizabeth Parrott. In honouring Francis's wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Visitation will take place at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay, on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be celebrated 2:30 p.m. on Monday, in the funeral home chapel, with Deacon Lorne MacNeil officiating. Interment will follow in St. Anne's Cemetery, Glace Bay. Francis will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his family and friends. "In life we love whole-heartedly In death we love dearly In our hearts we hold a place No man can ever replace." Online condolences to the Kennedy family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Patricia White Born In: Glace Bay Passed in: Glace Bay Passed on: September 30th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Patricia White. Patricia passed away at her residence on Monday, Sept. 30, 2013. Born in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Gillis) MacDonnell and was a member of St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay. Patricia had interests in both politics and sports. She truly enjoyed watching or listening to election debates and results whether they were federal, provincial or regional. She was an avid sports fan, with the Toronto Blue Jays and the Toronto Maple Leafs being her favourite teams. She also enjoyed playing bingo, dancing, skating and spending time with her loving family. In her earlier years she was employed with Eaton's, Metropolitan Store and the Telephone & Telegraph Company in Sudbury, Ont. Patricia will be sadly missed her daughter, Marianita (Brad) Turner, Glace Bay; sons, Blair, Oshawa, Ont., Glenn (Arlene), Trenton, Ont., Chris, Halifax; sister, Beatrice Warcop, Reserve Mines; cherished grandchildren, Allison Turner (Ronnie Morrison), Mark Turner, Jonathan Turner (Chantal LeBlanc), Sean Turner, Megan White, Emma White; great-grandchildren, Brianna Turner, Nathan, Parker and Samantha Morrison and Carley LeBlanc. She will also be sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Besides her parents, Patricia was predeceased by her loving husband, Murray in 2010; brothers, John A., Ben, Paul, Johnny, Colin, Joseph, Gus; sisters, Florence, Annie, Rose, Pauline, Theresa, May and Mary. In keeping with Patricia's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 2013 in St. Anne's Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A luncheon will follow the mass. Interment will take place in St. Anne's Parish Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy for Patricia, memorial donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences to the White family are available through www.vjmcgillivray.ca. Sheila Fanning Born In: Sydney Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 3rd, 2013 It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend Sheila Fanning on Oct. 3, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of the late Emmanuel and Georgina (King) Anderson. Sheila was employed with the Cape Breton Victoria Regional School Board for 26 years. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, listening to music, her favourite singer, Elvis. She received the Citizen of the Year 1991. She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Peter Fanning; son, Chris (Kim); daughter, Sherry (Derek); grandchildren, Michael (Vanessa), Chelsey, Cody, Dillon, Jocelyn. Kyla, Brandon, Jordan, Stephanie, and great-grandson, Benjamin. She was a special grandmother to Alexander, Santana, John-Paul, Kenley and Khloe. She is also survived by her brothers, Kenny, Harold (Isabelle), Brian (Jenny), Frank (Olive), Grant (Yvonne), Blair and Bruce; sisters, Helen, Doreen, Joan and Thelma as well as many nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Sheldon; brother, Gerald; sisters, Dorothy, MacGillivary, Joyce Cameron; sister-in-law, Mary; brothers-in-law, Eric and Johnny. Visitation will be held Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013 at the SW Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7, 2013 in the funeral home chapel. Reception to follow. Interment to take place in Holy Rosary Church Cemetery, Westmount. Online condolences may be sent to our webpage at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction ofŠ Annie 'Jane' (Binns) Coady Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 3rd, 2013 In the evening hours of Oct. 3, 2013, our dear mother, Annie Jane, a month after her 103 birthday, passed away quietly and gently at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Scotchtown to parents, Daniel and Mary Elizabeth (MacNeil) MacGillivray in 1910. Mom lived her life in Sydney as a housewife and mother. She was a lifetime member of St. Theresa's parish. She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Mae (Bo) Beaton, Westmount; sons, Frank (Carolotta) Binns, Dartmouth and Eugene 'Binner' (Gina) Binns, Sydney; daughter-in-law, Norma Binns, Saint John, N.B.; also by 29 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by her first husband, Ed Binns in 1942 and her second husband, Peter A. Coady in 1994; oldest son Eddie 'Buddy'; youngest daughter Marylou (Binns) MacPhee; grandchildren, Connie Jane Binns, Beverly McLeod, Allie Beaton, Paul Beaton; great-grandchildren, Peter McLeod and Dean Binns; brothers, Roddie and Neil MacGillvray, Joseph Agnew; sisters, Lucille MacCarthy, Matilda Lewis and Elsie Kaarto. The family is very grateful to the caring staff at Harbourstone, Steel Workers Lane, who made mom's home for five years, and her passing, comfortable and with dignity. God bless. Respecting mom's wishes, there will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7 at St. Theresa's Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Reception following interment will be held at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. Gussie Roach It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gussie at his home in Gates Villa, Texas, with his wife, Lynn (Weston); brother-in-law, Bill and daughter, Suzie Roach by his side. He is also survived by son, Jason; stepson, Stewart; two grandchildren, Anthony and Leeah; sisters, Margie and Tellie; half-brothers and sisters; nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by parents, Gus and Sadie Roach; brothers, Joe, Donnie; sisters, Greata Marie and a half sister; his biological mother, Johnina King and father, Donnie Campbell. "R.I.P. Always in our Hearts." - Jury family Florence 'Sis' AuCoin Born In: Reserve Mines Passed in: Sydney Passed on: October 3rd, 2013 It is with great sadness, that we announce the passing of Florence 'Sis' AuCoin at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Oct. 3, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. Sis was a resident of Richard Hine's Manor, Xavier Dr., Sydney. Born in Reserve Mines, Sis was the daughter of the late Jack and Ena (MacPhee) Ling. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Sis spent much of her time involved in activities of Richard Hine's Manor, and was an active member of Friends of MacGillivary. A big basketball fan, she was affectionately known as 'Big Momma' throughout the late 90s and early 2000 years by many of the junior high and high school basketball players and parents throughout the basketball community. She is survived by her son, Kevin (Heather), Sydney River; daughter, Gerarda Kozera (Norman), Sydney; daughter-in-law, Suzanne, Ottawa; four grandchildren, John, Michelle, Denise and Kenzie; three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Sis was predeceased by her husband, Bernie AuCoin; one son, John 'Berky'; brothers, Malcolm and John Ling; sisters-in-law, Rita and Betty Ling. We would like to express our deep gratitude to the staff of 4A, Cape Breton Regional Hospital and Dr. Steven MacDougall for their compassion and care given to our mother. Keeping with our mother's wishes, cremation has taken place under the care of T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel. There will be no visitation. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Monday, Oct. 7 at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony Daniel Church with Rev. Bill Burke officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Kidney Foundation, Parkinson's Foundation, MacGillivary Guest Home and Palliative Care Unit at Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences to www.twcurry.com. Fran (Anna) Stockley Passed on: October 2nd, 2013 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and aunt on Oct. 2, 2013, after a 12 year battle with cancer. She leaves to mourn, her daughters, Juanita MacPhee, Sonya Cormier (Henry); granddaughter, Aysa; sisters, Gerry (Donald), Ann (Bradley); brothers, Malcie (Marie), Hughie (Paulette), Cyril (Rhodena) and best friends, Donna & Dale. She was predeceased by her husband, Tom in 1993; her mother, Elden in 1994 and father, John in 1996. Cremation has taken place. As per her wishes no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the humane society.