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Born in 24/02/1924 at Inverness , Nova Scotia , Canada
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alex
Abraham of 3 David St., River Ryan, who left this world
peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010, at the New Waterford
Consolidated Hospital.
Alex was born in Inverness on Feb. 16, 1924, and was the son
of the late Mustafa and Mary (MacDonald) Abraham.
Alex was a member of Calvin United Church, New Waterford.
He was a coal miner for 48 years, working in Nos. 18, 20 and
12 and then retiring from Lingan. He loved horses and he and
Sarah could always be seen at Tartan Downs every week. He
had his first horse in 1967 by the name of Centennial
Prince, but his most favourite was ‘Lingan Erin’. Alex loved
his yearly trip to his hometown, Inverness, to race the
horse and visit his brother Alex Joe MacDonald.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and friend. He will be missed by all who
loved him.
Besides his parents, Alex was predeceased by his loving wife
of 53 years, Sarah, brothers, Alex Joe, Buddy, stepbrother,
Murray, sisters, Laura, Lila, Ella and stepsister, Sue.
Alex is survived by his children, Lila (Rod), Halifax; sons,
Joey (Judy), George (Cindy), Michael (Rose), all of New
Waterford; five grandchildren, Gina, Leanne, David, Nicholas
and Kevin; two great-grandchildren, Devon and David. He is
also survived by brother, Sam (Elaine) and two sisters,
Annie Mae and Isabel. He will also be deeply missed by his
friend and close companion, Beryl MacKay. They enjoyed
weekly card games, dinners and going to the Savoy.
There will be no visitation as per his request. Cremation
has taken place under the care and direction of V.J.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A
funeral service will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 28 at
Calvin United Church with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating.
Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown, with a
luncheon to follow at Calvin Hall. All are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvin United
Church.
Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at
www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
‘Cry, then pick yourself up bravely,
Because they’re watching over us
And hoping we’ll do well during
the rest of our years here,
fulfilling whatever destiny we have.’
26/02/1979 - Cape Breton Post - New Waterford. Aplhonse
Berger, 60, of 413 MacKay Street, New Waterford, was
pronounced dead upon arrival at the New Waterford
Consolidated Hospital on Saturday. A native of Stellaarton,
he was the son of thelate Mr. and Mrs. George Berger, and
resided in this area the past 10 years. He was a member of
the Jehovah Witnesse. Mr. Berger is survived by his wife the
former Theresa Dupe, one daughter (Louise) Mrs. William Hall
of Edmonton, one sister (Georgina) Mrs. Alexander Crawford
of New Waterford, and by three grandchildren. The body rests
at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home 380 Smith Street, and
the funeral services will be conducted in the Chapel THesday
at 3:30 p.m. with Richard Volkes officiating. Interment will
be made in Union Grove Cemetery.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
BURCHELL (Gouthro), Della Annie - 89, New Victoria,
passed away October 5, 2006. Born in New Waterford, Cape
Breton she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and
Florence (Deveaux) Gouthro. Survived by daughters, Florence,
Edith, Brenda, Beatrice; sons, Edward, Robert Jr., Alex;
sisters-in-law, 23 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren.
Predeceased by husband, Robert Lloyd Burchell; son, Ralph;
brothers, Joseph, Pius, Marshall, Eugene, Alex. Visitation
today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral
Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. Funeral service Sunday,
2 p.m. in Calvin United Church. On-line condolences at
www.vjmcgillivray.ca
Roy Donald Burchell 73 New Victoria - Roy Burchell, age
73 of Waterford Lake Road, New Victoria, passed away on
Saturday, June 7th, 2008 at his residence surrounded by his
loving family. Born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Roy was
the son of Margaret (Townsend) Burchell of Victoria Haven
Nursing Home, Glace Bay and the late William Burchell. He
was a member of Calvin United Church, New Waterford. Roy
worked in the coal mines for thirty years. He was also
employed for a short time with General Instruments, Sydney,
before returning to the coal mines. Roy was known for his
outgoing personality, keen sense of humour and great ability
for telling stories. Not all but many of his stories would
center around the Cape Breton coal mines and his family
genealogy. He loved to go skating and also had a passion for
gardening. Roy's greatest gift was the ability to give and
receive love from his wife, children, grandchildren, family
and friends. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, the
former Ruth Gosbee; two daughters, Carol (Mrs. Wilfred
Sampson), River Ryan and Cheryl (Mrs.Lorne MacNeil), New
Victoria. Roy is survived by two brothers, Cecil, his twin
brother and Merrill (Barbara); one sister, Cynthia (Mrs.
Frank McNeil), all in New Waterford and two special cousins,
Greg and Terry. Also surviving are his pride and joy, his
three grandchildren, Adam and Erin MacNeil and Jenna
Sampson; two sisters in law, Aleen and Rita Burchell; as
well as several nieces and nephews. Roy was predeceased by
his father and two brothers, Russell and Calvin. Cremation
has taken place. The family will receive relatives and
friends on Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. at the V.J.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford.
The funeral service officiated by Reverend Duncan Roach will
be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Calvin United Church
followed by interment in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown.
Following the service all are invited to join the family for
a reception in the church hall. As an expression of sympathy
for Roy, donations in his memory may be made to Calvin
United Church, Palliative Care or the V.O.N. Condolences to
the family can be expressed through the funeral home webpage
at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca
Coish: The funeral of the late William J. Coish, New
Waterford, was held Wednesday, May 23, 1973 from the V. J.
McGillivray Funeral Home in time for services at Calvin
United Church at 2 p.m. Rev. R. Feltmate officiated.
Pallbearers were the six sons of the deceased: Clarence, Jim
Cyril, Eddie, Tom and Murray. Burial took place at Union
Grove Cemetery where Rev. R. Feltmate offered prayers at the
graveside.
- Card of Thanks -
Coish - Williamson
We, the family of the late William J. Coish and of the late
Mrs. Dorothy Williamson wish to express our sincere thanks
to all our friends, neighbours and relatives for the kindnes
shown to us during our recent bereavements of a dear huband
and father, and a dear daughter and sister. Special thanks
to Dr. Petrie, Rev. D. Roach, Rev. R. Feltmate, the choir
and organist of Calvin United Church. To those who sent
flowers, mass cards, sympathy cards, Memorial Fund donations
and special thanks to the staff of V. J. McGillivray Funeral
Home. We are forever grateful.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
11/07/1994 - Cape Breton Post - SCOTCHTOWN: Ryan Kevin
George McNamara Copan, age two months, of 34 King St.,
Scotchtown, died Monday, Nov. 07, 1994 at home. Born in
Sydney, he was the son of Kevin McNamara and Arlene Copan of
Scotchtown. Ryan is survived by a brother, Matthew at home;
his maternal grandparents, Lucy and Louie Copan, Scotchtown;
and paternal grandparentss Gail and Robert Samuel, New
Waterford. He was loved and will be greatly missed by
several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was predeceased by his
paternal grandfather George McNamara. A prayer service will
be held in V.J. McGillivary Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New
Waterford, Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Father Bill Rankin
officiating. Burial will be in the Union Grove Cemetery,
Scotchtown.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
25/07/2005 - Cape Breton Post - Joseph Roy Cousins 81,
SCOTCHTOWN, N.S. "Promoted to Glory to be with his Lord whom
he served" It is with great sadness that we announce the
death of Joseph Roy Cousins, who passed away suddenly, July
21, 2005, at the Carbonear General Hospital in Newfoundland.
He was the son of the late Joseph and Blanch (Mugford)
Cousins. Roy, worked in 12 Colliery until his retirement in
the early 1970s. He was a avid outdoorsman, enjoyed
gardening as well as many trips back to Newfoundland. He was
also an active member of the Salvation Army of New
Waterford, up until his death. He leaves to mourn, wife
Doris (Jewer); son, Melvin (Jean) Cousins, Scotchtown;
daughters, Frances (Patrick) Doyle, New Waterford, Lynn
(Darren) Meery, Scotchtown; sisters, Marie (Charlie) Brown,
Houston, Texas, Gladys Bursey, Newfoundland, Viola Boone,
Newfoundland; and brother, Brymer (Violet) Cousins,
Newfoundland; as well as six grandchildren, Starlette,
Jason, Darlene, Patricia, Michelle, Amanda; three
great-grandchildren, Taylor, Caleigh, Chloe; many nieces and
nephews; and one special niece, Nancy (Gordie) Hibbert. Also
special nephews, Barry and Ward; cousins and families. He
will be fondly remembered by a large circle of friends and
relatives. He was predeceased by his brothers, James and
Clarence Cousins. Visitations will take place today, Monday
2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at McLellan Brothers Funeral Home, 3183
Plummer Ave.,New Waterford. Funeral Service will be held
Tuesday, July 26, at 11 a.m. Salvation Army Citadel with
Captains Bill and Velma Preston officiating. Interment in
Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown, followed by a reception in
the Salvation Army Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to the Salvation Army, New Waterford or charity of
choice. Online condolences can be expressed through the
funeral home at
mclellanbrothers@ns.sympatico.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
It is with deep sadness, that we, the family of Frank Daix
Sr., regret to announce his passing after a courageous
battle with cancer. Frank died peacefully at home with his
family at his side.
‘Da’ was born in Scotchtown and resided in New Waterford
with his cherished wife of 59 years, Pauline (Faye),
formerly of Dominion.
Frank was a loyal and devoted father, grandfather and
friend. He enjoyed auto mechanics, carpentry, playing
guitar, horseshoes and watching a good game of hockey. Frank
had a reputation as a tireless worker, building his own
house and working as a coal miner for forty years in Glace
Bay and New Waterford. Frank began his lifelong friendship
with his God, Jehovah in 1957 and was baptized as one of
Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1962. He fondly remembered pioneer,
Frank Pokornick’s kindness, patience and encouragement in
helping him uncover bible truths. Frank will be remembered
for his faithfulness and strength despite much adversity
throughout his life. He boldly spoke to all he knew and met
about the trust he had in the bible’s promises for the
future of a time when there would be no more pain, sickness
or death (Revelation 21: 3,4). His hope rested in the
“Resurrection”, where he longed to be reunited with his
daughter, Emily. (John 5:28, 29)
Frank was predeceased by his mother and father, Gus and Mary
(Pastuck) Daix; by his maternal grandparents who raised him,
Frank and Emily (Fukula) Pastuck; paternal grandparents,
Steve and Mary (Barton) Daix; daughter, Emily; sister
Virginia (Tootsie) MacKinnon and son-in-law, Wayne Scott.
Frank is survived by his wife Pauline (Demeyere); daughters,
Mary (Terrence) LeBlanc, Glace Bay, Marcella (Mike) Bennett,
Glace Bay, Sandra (Myron) McNeil, Glace Bay, Velvet (Scott),
Irricana, AB; sons, Frank Jr. (Dorothy), Sydney, Gus
(Carmen), Birch Grove, and Daniel (Marjorie), New Waterford;
grandchildren, Michael (Virginia), Mark (Dallas), Tammy
(Jonathan), Eugenia (Brad), Jason (Deanna), Frankie Jr.,
David (Cella), Matthew, Daniel Jr., Carlene, Josh and
Richard; great-grandchildren, Brandon, Mitchell, Ryan,
Keith, Felicia, Kelsea, Dax and Cale.
Cremation has taken place. Burial will take place at Union
Grove Cemetery in Scotchtown at a later date.
To view the online book of memories or send your condolences
directly to the family please go to
www.mclellanfuneralhome.com.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
04/12/2008
New Waterford
The sons, daughters and grandchildren of Jessie Marion
(MacLeod) Detienne regret to announce her passing on Dec. 4,
2008, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney,
surrounded by her family. Born in New Waterford, Jessie was
the daughter of the late Neil D. and Isabella (MacDonald)
MacLeod and was the last surviving member of her immediate
family. Jessie was a member of Calvin United Church and in
her younger years belonged to the UCW. She enjoyed gardening
and sitting on her patio in the summer. She also loved
spending time with her grandchildren, who were her pride and
joy. Surviving are her two sons, David (Linda), Wayne, both
of Dartmouth; three daughters, Lorraine (Mickey) MacDonald,
Arlene Detienne, both of New Waterford, Brenda Detienne,
Dartmouth; grandchildren, David (Jaralin) Detienne,
Vancouver, B.C., Julie Detienne, Dartmouth, Jennifer
MacDougall, Red Deer, Alta., Kristopher and Meagan
MacDougall, New Waterford, and Jason MacDonald, Halifax.
Jessie was also survived by several nieces and nephews. She
was predeceased by her husband, George, sisters, Isabell
MacDonald, Mary Mitchell, Jean Sedore, Christina MacLeod,
brothers, Donald, John Dan, Murdoch, Norman, Charlie,
Allister and Calvin and Robert in infancy. Visitation will
be held today, Saturday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at V.J.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford.
Funeral service will take place 3 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 7 at
Calvin United Church with Rev. Duncan Roach officiating.
Interment will follow in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown.
Jessie's remains will be taken to the church at noon Sunday.
Donations in her memory may be made to Calvin United Church
or a charity of one's choice. Online expressions of sympathy
may be sent to the family at
www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
23/07/2009 - Cape Breton Post - Helen Verge (Hutchison)
Faraci
Born at New Waterford , Nova Scotia , Canada
Helen Amelia Madeline Verge (Hutchison) Faraci passed away
after a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, May 31,
2009, at her home in Nestleton, Ont. at age 44.
Helen Verge was an amazing woman and was truly loved by all
who knew her. Born and raised in New Waterford with her
grandparents Thomas and the late Helen (Jacobi) Hutchison
who were father and mother to her.
She leaves to mourn, her husband and soul mate Joseph
Faraci, Port Perry, Ont.; grandfather (father) Thomas
(Viola) Hutchison, New Waterford; biological mother Nola
(MacLeod) Verge, Glace Bay; her loving sisters, Kathy (Alain
) Goulet of Calgary, AB, Annette (Frank) Ross of Maragree,
Donna Hutchison of Cape North; beloved brother, George
(Karen) Verge of Glace Bay; loving nieces, Kathleen (Bruce)
Cameron, Donna Marie (Lenard), Gail (Richard), Carly, Emily,
Tonya, Stephanie, Alyssa, Mary Lee Ingraham (Brian Harris)
of Maragree; loving nephews, Scott Ingraham, Bryce,
Alessandro, Brandon, Adrian, Adam, and Andrew; grandfather,
Rooney (Ruth) Brown of North Bay, Ont. Also surviving are
aunts, Margi Hutchison, of New Victoria, Margi Rizzo,
Barbara, Lorraine, Donna (Mike) Feit, of River Ryan, Debbi
(Peter) Hogan, of Lingan Carrol (Jim) Richardson of
California, Gail (Eddie) Crowder; very special uncle Mickey
MacLeod of New Waterford; uncles Andy (Beverly) of Medicine
Hat, AB, Gary (Norma), Barry (Rita), Kenneth (Pauline) Peter
(Mary), Tim (Kim), Glenn (Lisa) all of North Bay, Ont., Fred
(Maria) Rooney Jr. (Liz) of Niagra Falls, Ont., David
(Shelly) of Toronto, Ont., Ross MacInnis, of Belleville,
Ont., Kurt (Joyce) Larade of Glace Bay, Leo (Sylvia), Scott
of Glace Bay; mother-in-law Vita Faraci; sisters-in-law,
Lucy (Reno) Filippelli, Josie (Ernie) Deluca both of Bolton,
Ont.; in-laws, Giovanni (Franca) Faraci, of Italy, Salvatore
(Josephina) Faraci, Antonio (Anna) Faraci, both of Markham,
Ont., Maria (Joe) Mavilla, Josephina (Guytano) Mavilla, both
of Scarborough, Ont., along with true and dear friends, Dave
Mac Isaac of New Waterford and Elizabeth MacIntosh, of New
Waterford. and Helen’s best friend Heather Jones of Port
Perry; two very special people Mimmo (Joanne) Mavilla, who
brought Helen and Joseph together, last but not least her
Poodle ‘Buttons’.
Helen was predeceased by her grandmother (mother) Helen
(Jacobi) Hutchison; her biological father George Henri
Verge; grandmother Odell Brown; Aunt Becky; father–in-law
Leonardo Faraci and dear friend Cil MacIasaac.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held in the
All Saints Anglican Church in New Waterford, on Friday July
24, 2009 at 3 p.m. with Reverend Fred Ryhmes officiating,
also participating will be long time friend Reverend Joan
Griffin. A luncheon will follow downstairs in the church
hall immediately following the service and interment will be
in Union Grove Cemetery Scotchtown Funeral arrangements are
entrusted to McLellan Brothers Funeral Home (862-7500), 3183
Plummer Ave, New Waterford.
Donations in Helen’s memory can be made to the Salvation
Army .
To view the online Book of Memories or send your condolences
directly to the family please go to
www.mclellanfuneralhome.com
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
26/02/1979 - New Waterford. Robert Forsyth, 66, of 3647
Emerald Street, New Waterford died Saturday at the family
residence. A native of New Waterford, he worked 42 years in
the coal industry reitring from No. 12 Colliery. He served
with the Royal Canadian Navy and was in the Normandy
Invasion during the Second World War. He was a member of
Branch 15 Royal Canadian Legion, and at one time served on
the executive. A son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Forsyth, he is survived by his wife the former Catherine
MacLellan, sons Robert of Pictou Co., Charles residing in
Ontario, one daughter (Beth) Mrs. Bernard Boudreau of New
Waterford, two brothers, Adam of Margaree Forks, Hugh of New
Waterford, and by seven grandchildren. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The
body resting at the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith
Street, will be removed to Calvin United Church of which he
was a member Tuesday at noon with the funeral services to be
conducted at 2 p.m. Interment will be made in Union Grove
Cemetery.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
20/08/1968 - New Waterford - Charles Fraser, age 84, of 207
Mahon St., New Waterford, died at the New Waterford
Consolidated Hospital early Sunday morning. He was widely
known throughout the community and his death will be mourned
widely. Mr. Fraser was born in Whycocomagh and moved to his
community in 1909. He was pensioned from No. 12 Colliery a
number of years ago having been employed there for some time
as check-weight-man. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs.
Charles Fraser and was a member of Calvin United Church. He
is survived by his wife the former Charlotte Higgins, one
son, William of town, two daughters, Marjorie (Mrs. Jerry
Murphy), Halifax and Mary (Mrs. Roy Cummings), Alberta. One
son, Steward, died six years ago. The remains will repose at
his late residence at 207 Mahon St., New Waterford. Funeral
will be held Tuesday with private service for the family at
11 a.m. The remains will then be removed to Calvin Church
until funeral services at 2:30 p.m.. Burial will take place
in Union Grove cemetery, Scotchtown. Rev. D. K. MacLeod will
officiate.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
07/06/1943 - Sydney Post Record p 3 - New Waterford, June 3
- Kenneth D Fraser, well known resident of this town, passed
away Wednesday night at the New Waterford General hospital.
Born at Boularderie, C.B. he was 76 years of age, and had
resided in this town for the past 18 years. Surviving
besides his wife are five daughters, Mrs William (Bella)
Brewer, Mrs Sidney (Christine) Tucker, Mrs Robert (Mary)
Hart, Mrs Vital (Sadie) Culeller, and Mrs Lauchie (Cassie)
MacLean, Inverness; two sons, D S Fraser and Austin Fraser,
and an adopted son Leo; also two step daughters, Mrs Jacob
Milley and Mrs John Roberts and three step sons, Edward
Garland, Glace Bay; and John and Joseph Garland, New
Waterford. Also surviving are four sisters Mrs Edward Moore,
Pleasant Bay; Mrs Dan MacLean, Inverness; Mrs Duncan
MacDonald and Mrs Sadie Campbell; and four brothers, Rory in
Pleasant Bay; Dan Fraser in Brooklyn, N.Y.; John in New York
City and George Fraser in Inverness. SCOTCHTOWN MAN IS LAID
AT REST New Waterford, June 6 - The funeral of Kenneth
Fraser was held Saturday afternoon from his late residence
in Scotchtown, and was attended by a large number. Services
at the house were conducted at 3 pm after which the funeral
cortege went to Calvin Church, where further services were
held. Among the hymns sung were, "Abide With Me", "What A
Friend We Have In Jesus" and "Rock Of Ages." Interment took
place at Union Grove cemetery, Scotchtown. Pall bearers were
Sidney Tucker, John Fraser, John Garland, James Wilkie,
David Wilkie and Dan MacDonald. Mr Fraser died Wednesday
night in the New Waterford General hospital, after an
extended illness. Seventy six years of age, he was born at
Boulardarie, and had resided in town for the past 18 years,
where he enjoyed the esteem of a wide circle of friends. He
leaves to mourn, his widow, five daughters, Mrs William
Brewer (Bella), Mrs Sidney (Christine) Tucker, Mrs Robert
(Mary) Hart, Mrs Vital (Sadie) Cubeller and Mrs Lauchie
(Cassie) MacLean, Inverness. two sons, D S Fraser and Austin
Fraser, New Waterford, one adopted son, Leo; two step
daughters, Mrs Jacob Milley and Mrs John Roberts and three
step sons, Edward Garland, Glace Bay; John Garland, Glace
Bay and Joseph, New Waterford. Also surviving are four
sisters, Mrs Edward Moore, Pleasant Bay; Mrs Dan MacLean,
Inverness; Mrs Duncan MacDonald and Mrs Sadie Campbell, and
four brothers, Rory in Pleasant Bay; Dan Fraser in Brooklyn,
N.Y.; John in New York City, and George in Inverness.
Funeral arrangements were under the direction of LeDrew's
Funeral Services. [Sydney Post Record Monday 7 June 1943 p
3]
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
10/03/1948 - Sydney Post Record p 6 - New Waterford, March 9
- Word was received by relatives Monday of the death of Neil
Fraser, well known New Waterford resident which occurred in
the D.V.A. hospital, Montreal, following a lengthy illness.
The deceased was born in Cape North 51 years ago and was a
resident of New Waterford for the past 35 years. He was
employed at No. 12 colliery and was active in U.M.W.
circles. He leaves to mourn his widow, six sons, Thomas,
Neil, Donald, Alex, Harold and Roddie, three daughters,
Shirley, Janet and Marina. A twin brother Murdoch Fraser of
New Waterford also survives and a half sister, Mrs. McLean,
residing in Saskatchewan. The remains will leave Montreal
this evening accompanied by his son Roddie who was with his
father at the time of death and will arrive in town Thursday
night. The funeral will be held from his late residence at
20 Victoria street with arrangements to be announced later.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
14/12/2004 - Cape Breton Post - Ann Gerow of Ocean View
Blvd, New Waterford, 63, passed away suddenly on Monday
December 16, 2004 at home. Born in Sydney, and a long-time
resident of St. Peter's, Ann was the daughter of the late
Burge and Rachael (MacLeod) Ross of St. Peter's, CB. She
will be remembered as a very pleasant, quiet, and easygoing
woman, who had a great sense of humour. Ann had a great love
for aminals, especially horses and also loved walking. It
was hard to gor through New Waterford without seeing Ann
walking the streets. She is survived by her companion,
Edward J. Hewer, three sons Carl (Leslee) of Sydney,
Allister (Cheryl) of New Waterford, and Lennie (Adrienne) of
Halifax, also several brothers and sisters and
grandchildren. Ann is also survived by her best friend from
the boulevard, Mary MacMullin. She was predeceased by her
parents, a brother and sister, and grandson, Ross Gerow.
Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9
pm with funeral service at 11 am on Thursday all in the V.M.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford.
The service will be officiated by Pastor Andrew Regich of
the United Pentecostal Church in Sydney. Interment will take
place in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown. If so desired,
donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
28/04/2005 Cape Breton Post - Harry Llewellyn Gregor 93,
LITTLE BRAS D'OR passed away peacefully in his 93rd year at
the Northside Hospital on Wednesday, April 27, 2005. Born in
Bridgeport, N.S., Harry was the son of the late Frederick
Gregor and Jean (Murphy). He was a successful businessman,
an avid bowler and enthusiastic sports fan. Harry was a
strong supporter of Calvin United Church, New Waterford, and
St. Andrew's United Church, Little Bras d'Or. Surviving are
his wife, Margaret L. (Howatson); sons, George, Richmond,
B.C., and John (Ellen), Marion Bridge; daughter, Jean
(Wendell) Hennan, Bridgewater, N.S.; grandchildren, Ann,
Michelle, Allyn, Shirley, Kathryn, Colleen, Andrew, James,
Stephen, Noelle, Mary Ann and André; great-grandchildren,
Kristin, David, Markus, Sierra, Logan and Liam; sisters,
Ruth (Frank) Kelley, North Sydney, and Shirley (Andrew)
Harvey, New Waterford; daughter-in-law, Bernice Gregor,
North Bay, Ont., and sister-in-law, Joyce (Jeremiah)
Cellucci, Boston. Harry was predeceased by his first wife,
Margaret Hazel (Knox), son, Harvey, sisters, Vera MacDonald
and Doris Robinson, brother, Frederick, grandson, Ronald. He
will be greatly missed by his family, many cousins and
friends. Visitation will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel,
Friday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to take place at
Calvin United Church, Saturday, 2:30 p.m., with Rev. Duncan
Roach officiating, assisted by Norma Mills. Interment in
Union Grove Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Calvin United
Church, New Waterford, St. Andrew's United Church, Little
Bras d'Or or a charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to
the family at
sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
16/07/1986 - Glace Bay Coastal Courier - New Waterford.
Andrew Hamilton, 83, of Waterville, Kings Co., a former
resident of New Victoria died Saturday, July 12, 1986 at the
Kings County Regional Rehabilitiation Centre. Born in
Scotland he was the son of the late Abdre and Mary (Darling)
Hamilton. He was a retired coal miner and a member of Calvin
Unted Church. He is survived by his wife, the former Odette
Dubreq, three daughters Odette (Mrs. Elliott Smith) of New
Victoria, Marion Brown of South Bar, and Antoinette Glover
of Victoria, BC., and by two sisters Ina (Mrs. John Chesal)
of Scotchtown and Mrs. Bella Hart of New Brunswick. There
was no wake. The body was cremated and the remains were
transferred to New Waterford for graveside service which was
conducted by Rev. Dunvan Roach at Union Grove Cemetery in
Scotchtown.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
18/07/2005 - Cape Breton Post - July 16, 2005 - Wilbur
Charles Harding, 86, of MacDonald Street, New Waterford,
passed away Friday, July 15, 2005, at the New Waterford
Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be
announced by the V. J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith
St., New Waterford.
July 18, 2005 - Wilbur Charles Harding, 86, of MacDonald
Street, New Waterford, and a former resident of Toronto,
passed away Friday, July 15, 2005, at the New Waterford
Hospital. Born in Southhampton, England, he was the son of
the late Wilbur Er nest and Ethel (Smith) Harding. Wilbur
was a member of Calvin United Church in New Waterford. For
many years he was employed at a paint company in Ontario. A
quiet man by nature,Wilbur loved fishing but his greatest
pastime was watching the ships coming in and out of Sydney
harbour, especially the cruise ships. He is survived by one
daughter, Bonnie (Gerry) MacIsaac, with whom he resided;
also one son, Tom (Alex), Toronto. Wilbur is survived by his
sister, Victoria Marriott in Kingston, Ont.; five
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Charles was the
oldest in the family. He was predeceased by his wife of 40
years, the former Lorraine Limpert, two sisters, Lucy
Way/Harding and Ivy Way/Harding of Toronto, two brothers,
Alfred, who just passed away two weeks ago in Toronto, and
an infant brother. There will be no visitation as cremation
has taken place under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray
Funeral Home, New Waterford, 862-6439. A private family
committal service will be held Tuesday at Union Grove
Cemetery, Scotchtown, with the Rev. Duncan Roach
officiating. Online condolences can be expressed at
vjm@seaside.ns.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
30/05/2005 - Andrew Simpson Harvey Sr. 74, NEW WATERFORD
Andrew Harvey Sr., age 74, of 9th Street, New Waterford,
passed away Saturday, May 28, 2005, at the New Waterford
Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he as the son of the late
Charles William and Jean (Simpson) Harvey. Andrew was a
devout member of Calvin United Church in New Waterford. He
was the choir director for 25 years and served on several
church committees which included chairman of the Calvin
Board of Stewards, the church building committee and member
of Union Grove Cemetery Committee. Andrew owned and operated
Harvey's Esso Station on Plummer Avenue for over 20 years
and right up until the time of his death was still involved
in the excavation business. He was a former scout leader and
district commissioner for the Boy Scouts of Canada, he
served with the Cape Breton Highlanders Militia and was a
Justice of the Peace. Andrew loved singing and was a former
member of the Cape Breton Chordsmen and the New Waterford
Chorale. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father
and grandfather. Andrew is survived by his wife, the former
Shirley Gregor; one daughter, Ruth Ann Morrison (Donnie),
Sydney and one son,Andy (Janet) of River Ryan. He is also
survived by two brothers, George (Betty) of Frenchvale and
Charlie of Sydney; five grandchildren, Ian and Jean
Morrison, Allison, Andrew and Keith Harvey, as well as
several nieces and nephews. Andrew was predeceased by two
sisters, Harriet Harvey and Jean Davis. Visitation will take
place today (Monday), 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the V.J.
McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith St.,N.W. Funeral service
officiated by Rev. Duncan Roach is on Tuesday, 2 p.m. in
Calvin United Church. Interment in Union Grove Cemetery,
followed by a reception at Calvin. Andrew will be taken to
the church at noontime on Tuesday. As an expression of
sympathy, donations in memory of Andrew may be made to
Calvin United Church. Online condolences at
vjm@seaside.ns.ca
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
12/03/2005 - Barbara Loretta Hibbert, 50, of
Scotchtown, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2005, in New
Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was the
daughter of Marg (Jacobi) Rizzo, Scotchtown, and the late
Ricardo 'Rick' Rizzo. Barbara was a member of the Salvation
Army,New Waterford, where she was involved in the League of
Mercy. She was a chef and baker who truly enjoyed this line
of work. Barbara was also employed with Harvest House for
three years where she participated in several fundraising
events. She was a counsellor for those who were in detox.
Barbara enjoyed playing darts and sending Christian emails
on her computer. Surviving are her mother, Marg Rizzo,
Scotchtown; husband, Eric 'Louie' Hibbert, Scotchtown; one
son, Devon (Joanne) Hibbert, New Waterford; one brother,
Ricardo (Donna) Rizzo, Scotchtown; and a granddaughter,
Joella. She was predeceased by her father, Ricardo, one
brother, Devon. There will be no visitation. Cremation has
taken place under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral
Home, 380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral service will
be held Monday, March 14, at 2 p.m. in the Salvation Army
Citadel with Captains Bradley and Jennifer Reid officiating.
Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery at a later date.
There will be a reception following the funeral service in
the Salvation Army Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in
Barbara's memory may be made to the Salvation Army, New
Waterford.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
27/01/1995 - Doris Hillier, 67, 3331 MacLeod Ave., New
Waterford, died Friday, Jan. 27, 1995 at Sydney City
Hospital. Born in Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the
late Peter and Rachel Durdle. She was a member of All Saints
Anglican Church. She is survived by one son, John, River
Ryan; four brothers, Ron, Ontario, Jack, California, Lease,
Toronto, Ont., Peter, New Waterford; one sister Marg (Mrs.
John MacDonald), New Waterford; three grandchildren Chris,
Jonathon and Kendra. There will be no visitation. A memorial
service will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at All Saints
Anglican Church with Rev. Harold Brown officiating.
Cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements are under
the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Homes Ltd., New
Waterford. Interment in Union Grove Cemetery.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
30/04/2009 - John Hillier, age 58 of New Waterford, who
passed away on Wednesday April 29, 2009 will have a memorial
service on Saturday at 11 a.m. in All Saints Anglican
Church, New Waterford. Rev. Vernon Reid will officiate. A
private interment will be held in Union Grove Cemetery. The
full obituary can be viewed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca Funeral
arrangements are under the direction of the V.J. McGillivray
Funeral Home in New Waterford.
Johnny Hillier, 58, New Waterford, passed away at the Cape
Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on April 28, 2009,
surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford,
Johnny was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Doris
(Durdle) Hillier. He was a member of All Saints Anglican
Church, New Waterford. He retired from Lingan Mine. Johnny”s
happiest times have been spent with his true love, Lynn, his
four children and especially his five grandchildren, who he
truly adored. He was a friend to all who loved and knew him.
Johnny fought a courageous battle with a difficult illness
with strength, dignity and perseverance which was surpassed
by none. He loved the outdoors and especially hunting and
fishing with his friends and family. He loved life to the
fullest and will be deeply missed by all who had the
pleasure of knowing him. He is survived by his loving wife,
Lynn (MacDonald) Hillier; two daughters, Kendra (Mr. Ray
Grant), Saint John, N.B., and Erin Beaton, Windsor, N.S.;
two sons, Chris (Antoinette Loro), New Waterford, and
Jonathan (Janet Smith), Saint John, N.B.; five
grandchildren, Morgan, Tyler, Sophia, Ryan and Cole. There
will be no visitation by request. Cremation has taken place
under the direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New
Waterford. Memorial service will take place Saturday at All
Saints Anglican Church, New Waterford with Rev. Vernon Reid
officiating with date and time to be announced. Private
burial to take place in Union Grove Cemetery, Scotchtown.
Donations in Johnny”s memory may be made to the Nova Scotia
Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Arthritis Society. Online
condolences may be sent to
www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
20/01/2005 - Cape Breton Post - MARK WILLIAM HULME - 69 -
New Waterford - It is with heavy hearts and great sadness
that we the family of Mark William Hulme of 3021 Roaches
Road, New Waterford, announce the passing of our dear
husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend at the New
Waterford Hospital, on January 18, 2005, surrounded by his
loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in
New Waterford, July 1, 1935, he was the son of the late
Charles WIlliam Hulme and Jane (Waidson) Hulme. He was a
member of Calvin United Church. Mark worked in No. 12
Colliery in New Waterford until a mining accident in 1969
left him disabled. His love of life and his family kept him
going. He loved to garden and spend time with his children
and grandchildren. He enjoyed horse racing with his friends
and his love for his CB radio where he was known as "Rusty
Foot". He is survived by his wfie of 49 years Minnie (Gadd)
Hulme, sons Charlie (Bev), Tommy (Edie), both of New
Waterford, Brad (Kathy) of New Brunswick, daughters Gail of
New Waterford, and Donna (Phillip) Milley of Glace bay, one
brother George (Carmel) of New Waterford, sisters Ada
(Courtney) Porter of Guysborough County, Eva (Melvin)
McNeil, Marion (Neil) Donovan, Thelma (Bernie) Doucette,
Diane (Ritchie) Eksal, all of New Waterford, a number of
grandchildren. Mark was predeceased by an infant daughter,
Angel, his parents and a brother Gordon. At his request
there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A
memorial service will be held on Friday January 21, 2005 at
3:30 pm, in Calvin United Church with Rev Duncan Roach
officiating. A burial will be held in Union Grove Cemetery
with a luncheon to follow at Calvin Hall. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the
Children's Wish Foundation or a charity of one's choice.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray
Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
22/06/2005 - Karen Huntington 78, SYDNEY/MARION BRIDGE Karen
L. (Mikkelsen) Huntington, a resident of the Cove Guest
Home, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2005, at the Cove.
Born in New Waterford, she was the daughter of the late
Thomas and Kristene (Neilson) Mikkelsen of Sandfield. Karen
was very active in her church and community. She loved her
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Karen will be sadly
missed by her four sons and two daughters, Russell (Pearl),
Marion Bridge, Gordon (Elaine), France, Hazel (Paul),
Toronto, David (Ann Marie), Moncton, Kenny (Cathy), Calgary,
and Kathy (Bob), Fredericton; 14 grandchildren; six
great-grandchildren; and brother, George Mikkelsen. She was
predeceased by her stepmother, Christine MacLean, sisters,
Ellen DeWaepenaere, Alvilda Cole, Alma Hanrahan, Alice
Donovan and Ann (in infancy), brothers, Harold, Victor and
Ivor (in infancy). Special thanks are extended to the staff
of the Cove Guest Home for the loving care of Karen.
Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Saturday
at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. with Rev.
Thomas Whent officiating. Interment in Union Grove Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Cove Guest Home. Online
condolences may be sent to the family at
sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca.
(Source: Cape Breton GenWeb)
