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From: (Carol MacLean)
Subject: [NS-CB] Cape Breton Deaths January 03, 2009 Saturday
Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2009 20:05:22 -0800


Cape Breton Deaths January 03, 2009 Saturday

Reine A. Cairns Windsor/Sydney - Passed away peacefully, at Dykeland Lodge,
Windsor, N.S., on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008. She was formerly a resident of
Townsend Street, Sydney. Born in Montreal, Reine was a daughter of the
late Jean Batiste and Elisabeth (Daenan) Paklarian. She was educated at
L'Institute Evangelique de Pointe aux Trembles. During the Second World
War, she was employed as a governess in the household of the late Mr.
Samuel S. Cohen, Supt. of the Jewish General Hospital and Mrs. Cohen in
Montreal. In 1947, she came to Sydney after marrying her late husband,
Arthur Pringle Cairns. Reine was a member and the first lady elder of St.
Andrew's United Church. She was active in the affairs of the congregation
and for many years, was a delegate from St. Andrew's United Church to the
Sydney Council of Churches. Reine was the last surviving member of the
John Pringle Unit of the United Church Women. She was, for many years, the
superintendent of the Central Sunday School. Reine was a past noble grand
and treasurer of Martha Rebekah Lodge No. 29 and was a former member of
Sisters of N. Clarke Wallace LOBA. She was a past president of Ashby Home
and School Association and of the Sydney Council of Home and Schools.
Reine is survived by her son, Ken (Lynn), New Minas; two grandsons, Garett
(Roylene Ripley), Amherst, and Brandon, New Minas; one great-granddaughter,
Chloe; great-grandsons, Caleb and Jacob; two nephews, Robert, Roger,
Montreal. Also surviving are two of her "Montreal children," Shelby
Shapiro, San Diego, and Dr. John Cohen, Denver Colo. She was predeceased by
her husband, Arthur and brothers, Roger and Rene. Visitation will be held
in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service to
be held in Saint Andrew's United Church, Sydney, Sunday 2 p.m., with Rev.
Stephen Mills officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven
Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Cape Breton
Regional Hospital or Saint Andrew's United Church would be appreciated.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
.
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Catherine Peck Sydney -- It is with great sadness that we announce the
unexpected death of a kind and gentle woman, Catherine Ann Marie Peck, on
Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. Cathy was a wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother, sister and a wonderful friend to many. Her greatest joy
was spending time with her loving family. She was an avid reader who
enjoyed walking, gardening, music, playing cards and animals, especially
cats. She is survived by her loving husband, Maurice; devoted children,
Paula Kennedy (Gary), Michael (Jo-Ann), Theresa Peck MacLennan (David),
Cathy (John MacDonald), Janet DeGiobbi (Michael); grandchildren, Tracey,
Mark, Matthew, Erin, Stephen, Anna, Logan, Cameron, Beth, Emma, Charlotte,
Ryan, Jennifer, Chelsea; great-grandchildren, Caylin, Josh and Riley. She
is also survived by sister, Tina LeBlanc and twin brother, David (Coley)
Lake. She was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Theresa (MacNeill)
Lake, siblings, Barry, Arthur and Stuart. Honouring Cathy's wishes, there
will be no visitation. A memorial mass will be celebrated Monday, Jan. 5,
2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, Sydney, with Rev. Gerald Dunphy
officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of
your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to T.W.Curry Parkview
Chapel.
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Shirley Kerr 82, Baddeck - It is with great sorrow that we announce the
death of our loved mother. She died peacefully at St. Martha's Hospital,
Antigonish, Dec. 31, 2008, with the family by her side. Born June 11,
1926, in Baddeck, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bessie
(MacAskill) Dunlop. Shirley was a member of the Greenwood United Church,
Baddeck, and the Alexander Graham Bell Club. She enjoyed golf, cards,
downhill skiing and she and Peter spent most of the winter months in
Florida. She is survived by her husband, Peter; son, John (Joanne),
Antigonish; daughters, Debbie (Glen) Irving, Morah Kerr (Tom Hollis), both
of Truro; grandchildren, Jacob, William, Isaac Kerr, Kelly Sanderson,
Ottawa, Karen Irving, Truro; great-grandchildren, Alex, Julia, Clare
Sanderson, Ottawa. The body is resting at MacAskill Funeral Home with
visiting hours Sunday, Jan. 4 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at
Greenwood United Church, Monday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m., Rev. Karen Lynch
officiating. Burial in St. Andrews Cemetery, Baddeck Forks. Donations may
be made to Greenwood United Church or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.
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William MacLeod 57, Ft. McMurray/Kempt Road - William John 'Billy' MacLeod,
57, of Ft. McMurray, formerly of Kempt Road, Richmond County, passed away
Saturday, Dec. 27, 2008. in Northern Lights Regional Hospital after a brave
battle with his health this past year. Billy was born in Sydney, N.S., on
Feb. 3, 1951, a son of the late Norman and Florence (Nicholson) MacLeod of
Kempt Road. In a career spanning over 25 years as a singer/songwriter,
with three albums and countless live performances, Billy travelled the
world playing music as half of the duo 'Cornelia and Billy'. After a life
in music, he relocated to Ft. McMurray and was a supervisor for eight years
with Douglas Coatings. As a true storyteller, he continued to write music
and lyrics long after he stopped performing and his songs and spirit will
stay with many people he has touched in his life forever. Billy is
survived by his partner of the last 15 years, Sheliah Yetman and her
daughter, Cathy (Gary Williams), Halifax; Billy's son, John Willie,
Toronto, Ont.; sisters, Barbara (David) Wood, Moncton, N.B., Jane, Sarnia,
Ont.; brothers, Donald (Beryl), Pleasant Hill, Arnold (Maureen), Georges
River; several nieces and nephews; greatnieces and greatnephews. Visitation
will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today (Saturday) in Dennis Haverstock Funeral
Home, Port Hawkesbury, from where the funeral service will be held at 11
a.m., Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, with Wayne Hutchison officiating. Burial in
Kempt Road Cemetery.
Family flowers only please. Memorial donations may be made in memory of
Billy to a charity of your choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to
the family at
www.haverstocks.com.
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Joseph Emile Michel 'Mick' D'Aoust 63, Louisbourg - It is with great
sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of 'Mick' on
Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008, while in respite at Harbourstone Enhanced Care. Mick
lived in Louisbourg and was cared for and loved by Peter and Michele
(Peters) Somers, as well as their children, Mackenzie, Crewe and Eve. For
many years, he attended Horizon Achievement Centre and was a joy to all.
Mick was a gentle soul, who loved to smile and hug the people who were dear
to him. He played guitar, stepdanced and loved to listen to music in his
spare time. Everyone who has been touched by Mick's kind spirit has been
changed in some way or another. Mick was born with Down's syndrome, but
that was not the first thing people focused on when meeting him. It was his
infectious love of life and people. We will deeply miss Mick and know he is
making others happy in heaven. Mick has a large extended family in all the
'Peters' relatives who accepted him into the family 15 years ago,
unconditionally and with lots of love. We, his caregivers, would like to
extend a special thank you to all our friends from Louisbourg, Sydney,
P.E.I. and Ontario, who also have been very kind and accepting of Mick over
the years. We do not have a "conventional" family setup and are very
impressed with the caring, loving friends and neighbours we have
encountered since moving to Louisbourg 10 years ago. In 1986, Mick was
predeceased by his father, Conrad.
Surviving are his mother, Rolande, Laval, Que.; sister, Francine D'Aoust
(Norm), Saskatoon, Sask.; brothers, Jean-Serge (Suzanne), Lorraine, Que.,
and Luc (Linda), Thurso, Que.; nieces and nephews. A memorial service will
be held at St. Bartholomew Church, Louisbourg, Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m.,
with Rev. Fred Rhymes officiating, followed by a reception in the church
hall. Interment will take place at a later date. Condolences may be sent to
the family at
.
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Ronald (Rannie) R. MacKinnon 80, Shenacadie - It is with great sadness that
we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle and granduncle,
Rannie, 80, a lifelong resident of Shenacadie, on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009. He
died peacefully in his sleep at the home of his sister and nephew in
Coxheath, after an eight-year battle with cancer. Born March 31, 1928, he
was the son of the late Michael J. MacKinnon and Sarah MacAdam. He was a
member of St. Andrews Church, Boisdale.
Rannie was a kind and generous man to his neighbours, friends and family.
He was a truck driver most of his life. He enjoyed Newfoundland music,
visits from friends and also his little dog, Scottie. Rannie is survived by
his sister, Christena MacDonald, Coxheath; nephew, Eugene MacDonald,
Coxheath; nieces, Mary (Louis) Digout, River Bourgeois, and Irene (Peter)
Long, Coxheath. He is also survived by seven grandnieces and nephews and
three great-grandnieces. Rannie was predeceased by his parents, brother,
Neil Joseph, sisters Elizabeth and Mary, his uncle, A.J., brother-in-law,
Eugene MacDonald and nephew, John Joseph MacDonald. The family would like
to thank all those who took care of Rannie over the years, especially Drs.
Paul Murphy and Phil Smith, palliative care nurses and doctors, cancer
clinic staff, especially Tom MacNeil, VON, homemakers and the pharmacy
staff of Shoppers Drug Mart, Sydney Shopping Centre. Rannie was also
blessed with kind and caring neighbours whose names are too numerous to
mention. Visitation for Rannie will be held, Monday from 2-9 p.m. at St.
Andrew's Church, Boisdale. Funeral will be at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 6 at
St. Andrew's Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of T.W.
Curry Parkview Chapel of Sydney. Memorial donation may be made to the
charity of your choice.
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Sr. Margaret MacLellan 97, Halifax - Sr. Margaret MacLellan (John of the
Cross), 97, died at Parkstone Enhanced Care, Jan. 1, 2009. Born in New
Waterford, Cape Breton, she was a daughter of the late John and Margaret
(MacDonald). She entered the Sisters of Charity in Halifax in 1930 and made
her religious profession in 1933. Sister taught for over 37 years in
Quebec, P.Q., Riverton, N.J., North Andover, Mass., Canton, N.Y., Halifax,
Port Hawkesbury, Stellarton, N.S. Sister also served her community by
working with the Novices for 14 years. After retiring, she was involved for
several years in parish and community activities in Cape Breton and in
Halifax at the Motherhouse. She is survived by a sister, Sr. Carmelina,
Sister of Charity; and brother, Danny, as well as several nieces and
nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Anne Catherine and brothers,
Alexander, John A., James Michael. The body will be in Caritas Residence,
visitation Monday, Jan. 5 from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be
Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Chapel, Caritas Residence.
Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville, N.S.
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Ethel Fraser 91, Westmount - Caroline Ethel Fraser, 91, of Westmount Road,
Westmount, passed away Thursday, Jan. 1, 2009, at the Cape Breton Regional
Hospital, Sydney. Born in Edwardsville, she was the daughter of the late
Daniel and Florence (Stewart) Morrison. Ethel was a member of Kingdom Hall
of the Jehovah Witnesses. Surviving are her son, Daniel, Westmount; sister,
Pearl Layton, North Sydney; grandchildren, Willie and Georgina;
great-granddaughter, Ashley Holland and several nieces. Ethel was
predeceased by her husband, Seward (1989) sisters, Irene, Greta and Lena,
brothers, Stewart (1919), Stewart 'Dewey' and Weston. There will be no
visitation. A funeral service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah
Witnesses, Wednesday, 2 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
.
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Margret (Lyle) Donato 71, Lower Sackville - Margret (Lyle) Donato, 71, of
Lower Sackville passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on
Dec. 30, 2008. Born in Sydney Mines, she was the daughter of the late
Alexander and Mary (Vickers) Lyle. She was an avid bowler and girl guide
leader for many years. Margret will be remembered most for her amazing
sense of humour. She was predeceased by her husband, Nick, brothers,
Herbert, Alex, James, Edgar and Gerald and sisters, Catherine and Janet.
She is survived by her three children, Nick (Shona), Sydney Mines, Paula
(Jamie) and Darren, Lower Sackville; 10 grandchildren; five
great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, all whom loved her dearly.
Also surviving are sisters, Casilda (Jack) Beddow, Sydney Mines, and Sharon
(Klaus) Heinrich, Bedford; brother, David (Eileen) Lyle, Bras d'Or. She
will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved her. Cremation has
taken place. Funeral mass will be held Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at 10 a.m. at
Immaculate Conception Church, Sydney Mines, officiated by Fr. J.J.
MacDonald. Reception to follow. The family would like to thank Charmaine
Cater for all her love and care.
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Elizabeth M. MacAdam 1925-2009 Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we
announce the passing of Elizabeth MacAdam of Glace Bay. Elizabeth passed
away on Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born
in Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Penny)
Cole.
She was a member of Holy Cross parish, Glace Bay. She will be sadly missed
by her daughter, Catherine; sons, Hector, Danny and Keith; sister, Marg
Nearing; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides her
parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Joseph and daughter, Donna. In
honouring Elizabeth's wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral
service. Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Online condolences
to the MacAdam family are available through
www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
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Captain John Stewart Mossop - Stewart Mossop passed away Thursday, Jan. 1,
2009, due to complications from ALS. Born in New Waterford, Cape Breton,
Stewart was the son of John and the late Mary Mossop (MacPhee). Stewart
was a gentle, kind man who will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 36
years, Mary Liz; his two daughters, Jennifer Mossop (Roger) and Shauna
Boudreau (Gary); three grandchildren, Brandon, Joshua and Nate; brothers,
Stephen (Paula), Terry (Joanne), Robbie (Karen) and David (Barbie); sister,
Lisa McPhee (Danny) and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. He was
predeceased by his mother, Mary and his brother, Gary. Capt. Stewart Mossop
was a proud serving member of the Canadian Forces for 38 years and served
two tours in Cyprus, as well as a four year posting to Germany. Throughout
his 38-year career, Stewart was posted to many different units and
locations across Canada. His hard work, dedication and constant
professionalism allowed him to achieve the rank of chief warrant officer
(CWO) and hold the appointment of 2 RCR regimental sergeant major (RSM) as
well as Base CWO at CFB Gagetown. After commissioning to the rank of Capt
in 2000 he held many positions at Land Forces Atlantic Area Training Centre
(LFAATC) as well as the infantry school. Capt. Mossop was a well respected
member of the CF, was an excellent example for his peers and comrades and
will be missed by his regimental brothers. Pro Patria. Visitation will be
held at Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home, 108 Winnebago St., Sunday,
Jan. 4, 2009, from 2-4 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at
St. Vincent de Paul, Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at 11 a.m. with Fr. Ken Weir as
celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the
N.B. ALS Society for the Stan Cassidy Rehabilitation Centre. Condolences
to the family can also be sent to the Oromocto Funeral Home at
www.oromoctofh.com.
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Anne W. MacVicar 84, Glace Bay - It is with great sadness that we, the
family, announce the passing of Anne MacVicar, of 9 McKenzie St., Glace Bay
on Dec. 31, 2008, at the Glace Bay Health Care Facility. Born in MacKay's
Corner, Glace Bay, Anne was the daughter of the late John Thomas and
Katherine Anne (Buchanan) Weatherby. Anne is survived by her sons, Gary
(Janet), Marion Bridge, and Keith (Patrice), Upper Grand Mira; and her
daughters, Sharon (Allen) and Ruth (Darrell), Glace Bay. A true source of
pride and joy for "Nanny" were her three grandsons, Matt and Garett
MacVicar and Logan Cooke. Also surviving are sisters, Jessie MacDonald,
Shirley (Aubrey) MacKenzie, Glace Bay, Mildred (Alphonse) McNeil, Mary
(Gerald) Munroe, California; sister-in-law, Audy Weatherby, Glace Bay. Anne
is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Anne was predeceased by her
parents, her husband, James on Aug. 27, 2008, sister, Ruth MacIntyre,
California, brother, D.J. Weatherby, and brother-in-law, Omar MacDonald,
Glace Bay. In honouring Anne's request, there will be no visitation.
Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later
date.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Patten Funeral Home, Glace
Bay, 849-7520. Online condolences may be e-mailed to
.
Donations in Anne's memory may be made to Knox United Church, Glace Bay, or
the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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George G. White Feb. 15, 1918-Jan. 2, 2009 Mill Creek - With heavy hearts,
we, the family of George White of Mill Creek, regret to announce his quiet
passing on Jan. 2, 2009. A lifelong farmer and a war veteran, he spent his
last moments at home in the peaceful company of his family. He lived for
family, loved his garden and had a passion for the violin. The son of
Samuel and Margaret White of Boularderie, he will be missed by his wife
Gretta (Ahle); sons, George Richard (Patricia), Brian Erik (Michelle) and
daughter, Marion (Louie). Dear to his heart were his grandchildren, Brian S
(Jennifer), Tanya (Mark), Christopher (Bernetta), George, Jonathon and
Katherine and his great-grandchildren, Jack, Noah and Grace. Surviving are
his brother, Gregory, and his sisters, Rita (Ostrowski) and Vange (Miles)
Besides his parents, George was predeceased by siblings, Bill, Chester,
John, Helen Cary, Mary Jessome and Anna Boudreau and grandson, Benjamin
Brooks. Visitation for George White will be held in the J.M. Jobes Funeral
Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, Sunday, Jan. 4, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A
funeral service will take place, Monday, Jan. 5 at 11 a.m. in the funeral
home chapel. A reception will follow at 44 Dominic Dr., Sydney Mines,
immediately after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
donations be made to charities of choice. Online condolences may be sent to
the family at
.
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Margaret MacLean 99, Boisdale - The funeral mass for Margaret MacLean, who
passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2008, will be held at 11 a.m., today
(Saturday) at St. Andrew's Church, Boisdale, with Rev. Paul Abbass
officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley
Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Online condolences may be
sent to
.

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