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 August 30, 2013 Friday There are 6 obituaries published today Eileen Josephine Lavin - Marie Catherine (Bonaparte) Boudreau - Rayelene Gerhart Mackley - 71 yrs David C. Kea - 51 yrs Joan C. MacNeil (Gillis) - 70 yrs Curtis Jason Fielding - 24 yrs Eileen Josephine Lavin Passed in: Main-a-Dieu Passed on: August 25th, 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Eileen Lavin on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2013, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Mom enjoyed spending time and shopping with her sisters Delores and Liz. She also liked to keep in touch with family using Skype. While working in the office at National Sea Products, she made many friends. She is survived by children, Darren (Denise), Main-a-Dieu, Lisa, Roanoke, Va., Robert (Leslee), Brandon, Man., Wade, Sydney; sisters, Catherine Backwell, Oshawa, Ont., Henora Gibbon, Ottawa, Ont., Lucy Selazzo (Pat), Sydney, Elizabeth Campbell, Main-a-Dieu, N.S., Delores Coles, Sydney, Loretta Parsons (John), Louisbourg, N.S., Naisha Richards (Jackie), Sydney, N.S., Tish Giacomini, Sydney; brothers, Bud Campbell, Louisbourg, Elias Campbell (Charlotte), Main-a-Dieu, Angus Campbell (Lillian) Louisbourg. She was a loving grandmother to Tyler, Stephanie, Colton, Brooke, Brady, and Alyssa. Also great-grandchild Lauryn. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Lavin, parents, Elias and Loretta (Lahey) Campbell, siblings, Mary Burke, Priscilla Foster, Aloysuis Campbell, Philiminia Campbell, Victor Campbell. A special thanks to Dr. Brake, Dr. Wilkes, Dr. Wong, and the ICU nurses at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the great care you gave mom. Cremation has taken place, visitation will be held Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013, from 2-4 p.m. at the S.W. Chant & Son Funeral Home, 564 Alexandra St., Sydney, with funeral service to follow at 4 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Lung Association. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Marie (Bonaparte) Boudreau Passed in: Dartmouth Passed on: August 27th, 2013 Formerly of Sydney, Marie passed away peacefully at Dartmouth General Hospital on Aug. 27, 2013. The loving wife of Louis, (deceased) and mother to Walter, Ottawa, Kevin (Janet), Brent and Michelle (John). Grandmother to Lindsay and James Ryan. She leaves her brothers, John and Michael. She was predeceased by brother, Seward. Marie worked for Maritime Tel & Tel, Co-op Food Services and Crowell's in Sydney. N.S. A dear friend to all, she will be fondly remembered for her kindness and generosity to those less fortunate. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no formal service. Rayelene Mackley Born In: Sydney Passed on: August 26th, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Rayelene Gerhart Mackley of Sydney, N.S. on Monday, Aug. 26, 2013 at the age of 71. Born in Sydney, Rayelene was a daughter of the late Raymond and Mamie (Bryden) Mackley. Rayelene graduated from St. Rita’s School of Nursing as an RN in 1963. An accomplished nurse, she worked in surgical and intensive care units for the duration of her career. Rayelene began her career as a surgical supervisor at Kaiser Hospital in Oakland, California where she worked for almost a decade. She then continued her work at St. Rita’s Hospital in Sydney. Rayelene worked in ICU as both head nurse and nurse until her retirement and was also active in her local community as a CPR instructor for many years. In May 2013, Rayelene was proud to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of her graduation from St. Rita’s School of Nursing. Rayelene was predeceased by her parents; sisters, Caroline (Henry) Stockley, Dorothy (Larry) Dobranski, Helen (John) Goucher, Jean (Charlie) McInnis; brothers, Reginald (Claire) Mackley and Raymond Mackley, in infancy. She is survived by her twin sister, Pauline (Pius) Campbell, Jamesville, N.S. (formerly of Sydney), sister, Mildred (the late Clinton) MacNeil and brother John (Genevieve) Mackley, both of Sydney. A favourite aunt, Rayelene will be greatly missed by her numerous nieces and nephews. Wake to take place at St. Columba Parish Centre, Iona, N.S. on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2013 from 4-9 p.m. Liturgy of Christian burial will be celebrated by Fr. Paul Abbass on Monday, Sept. 2, 2013 at 11 a.m., St. Columba Church, Iona. Burial will follow in McKinnon Harbour Cemetery. Our heartfelt thanks go to Dr. Paul Murphy for his care and compassion during the past many years. The family also wishes to acknowledge the excellent care given to Rayelene by Continuing Care (Home Care and the VON). Special thanks as well to friends Jeanette Williams and Rhonda Forbes. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Donations may be made in Rayelene’s memory to a charity of your choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com. David Kea It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of David Kea, on Aug. 23, 2013. He was the son of Gordon and Carrie (Cladwin) Kea of Wasaga Beach, Ont. David will always be within the heart of his beloved wife, Debbie. Proud father of Rebecca (Chris), Sarah (Ben) Casey and Chris and stepfather to Kendall, Emily (Jay) and Dustin. He is also survived by brothers, Joe (Marlene) and Kevin and sister, Karen (Ryan) Kelly. A funeral service was held at Saint Paul’s Church in Leaskdale, Ont. on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail [email protected] Joan MacNeil (Gillis) Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada Born: September 22nd, 1941 Passed in: Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States Passed on: August 27th, 2013 Daughter of Roderick and Catherine 'Katie Belle' MacAulay. Born Sept. 22, 1941, in Glace Bay, N.S. Left to mourn, husband Donald; daughter, Rodena; son, Mike; granddaughter, Samantha; sisters, Alice Campbell (Ray), N.S., Shirley Lauzon, Roland, Ont., Jeanette Zucco, N.Y., Florence Seward (Dennis), Plymouth, MA, Carol Reed (Charlie), N.H., Sandra MacNeil (Blaise), Taunton, MA. Margie MacNeil (Anthony, Abington, MA) also by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents. Also predeceased by her sisters Mary Steel (Joe), Ann McKinnon (C.R.) and her brothers, Clarie (Lorna), Rod (Beverly) and Mike (Eileen). from the Pymouth, Massachusetts CartMell Funeral Home Joan C. MacNeil September 22, 1941 - August 27, 2013 Resided in Plymouth, MA Joan C. (Gillis) MacNeil, age 71, of Plymouth, died Tuesday August 27, 2013 at her home in Plymouth. She was the devoted wife of Donald MacNeil. Loving Mother of Michael MacNeil of Plymouth, Rodena MacNeil of Plymouth, and grandmother of Samantha MacNeil. Joan was the sister of Shirley Lauzon and her husband Roland of Ontario Canada, Alice Campbell and her husband Ray of Nova Scotia Canada, Jeanette Zucco of New York, Florence Seward and her husband Dennis of Plymouth, Carrol Reed and her husband Charlie of NH, Sandra MacNeil and her husband Blaise of Taunton, Margie MacNeil and her husband Anthony of Abington, and the late Clarie Gillis, Mike Gillis, Roddie Gillis, Mary Steel, and Ann McKinnon. Born in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia on September 22, 1941, daughter of the late Roderick and Catherine (MacAulay) Gillis. Joan was a graduate of St. Michaels High School in Glace Bay, and business school, and later went on to work as a bookkeeper for John Hancock Insurance Co.. Cremation by the Cartmell Funeral Home, 150 Court St. Plymouth. Donations in Joan's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 5 Manley St., W. Bridgewater MA 02379. http://www.cartmellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Joan-C.-MacNeil/ Plymouth Curtis Jason Fielding 24, Lingan It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Curtis Jason Fielding, 24, on Aug. 28, 2013. Born in Calgary, Curtis was the son of Jack Fielding and Norine Westwood. Curtis was happiest when he was repairing old vehicles which most would have written off as junk. From an early age he could be found helping his dad in the back yard garage. He was a personable young man who was more than willing to carry on a conversation with anyone who would listen, always with a sense of humour. Like most older brothers, Curtis was an expert at teasing Jenna. He was also her fiercest defender. To his mom, he was the most loyal and affectionate son. Along with his parents, Curtis is survived by his sister, Jenna; grandparents, Derek and Patricia Fielding, Ontario. He will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Curtis was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Aubrey and Mamie Westwood, his aunt, Eva Tracey and cousin, Sarah Westwood. Visitation will be held Sunday, Sept. 1 from 2- 4 p. m. at V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Cremation will follow. A funeral service will take place Monday, Sept. 2 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating. Donations in his memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.vjmcgillivray.ca.