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Mrs. Gertrude Lillian "Gertie" Wolfe
January 22, 1928 - October 8, 2007
WOLFE, Gertrude Lillian "Gertie", 79, Oakwood Terrace, Dartmouth, passed away peacefully Monday, October 8, 2007 in the home, surrounded by her loving family. Born January 22, 1928 in Charlottetown, P.E.I., she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (McGee) Burns. Gertie worked with Dominion Stores, Wyse Road, Dartmouth during the 1960's; Sobeys, Lacewood Drive, Dartmouth during the 1970's; Baxter's Dairy, Burnside and then with Carlton Cards, Mic Mac Mall, until her retirement. She loved her family and especially enjoyed time spent with her grandchildren. Gertrude is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Francis Leroy "Frank"; daughters, Sherry (Robert) Miller, Hammonds Plains; grandchildren, Trudi and Andrea Miller; brother, James Burns, Dartmouth; two nieces and one nephew. She was predeceased by her brother, Bobby Burns. Gertie's family would like to thank the wonderful staff in the Alzheimer's Unit at Oakwood Terrace for their care and compassion over the years. Arrangements have been entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, where the funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Interment in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow in Atlantic Funeral Home Family Reception Centre. Family flowers only. If so desired, donations in Gertie's memory to Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia are welcomed.
Mrs. Lucy Agnes Chiasson
July 10, 1920 - October 9, 2007
Lucy A. Chiasson, 87, New Waterford, N.S. - With deep sorrow,the family of Lucy Chiasson announces her peaceful passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital,Sydney on Tuesday,October 9,2007.
Born in Cheticamp, Lucy was the daughter of the late Constant and Marguerite (Chiasson) Deveaux and spouse of the late Victor Chiasson.
She was a member of the the Parish of St.Leonard (the former Mount Carmel Church).
Beloved mother of son Vince Desveaux and daughter Elaine (Raymond) Arseneau both of New Waterford. She is also survived by her son-in-law Winston (Jean) Beaton, West Lake Ainsley. Sisters Marie A. Aucoin and Helen Boudreau both of Cheticamp. Sisters-in-law Theresa Deveaux,New Waterford and Annie Mae Deveaux, Cheticamp.
Fond memories of Mimi will be forever treasured by her four granddaughters, Leanne (Nic) Bloomfield, Newmarket, Ontario,Shannon (Tommy) Odo and Amanda Arseneau both of New Waterford and Lindsey Coombs, Sydney as well as her three great-grandchildren, Thomas and Sarah Odo and Benjamin Bloomfield who brought her countless hours of great joy.
A gentle lady, strong in faith, Lucy touched the hearts of many, rewarding them with her tender smile and gentle hand. Her greatest gift to her family was her abundance of love.
A devoted step-mother, Lucy will be sadly missed by her extended family, Bill (Annette) Chiasson, Dartmouth; Marilyn (Lawrence) O'Callaghan, East Bay and their children Bruce (Linda) Chiasson, Sherry (Darren) Chauder and Keith (Christina) O'Callaghan and their respective families.
Besides her parents and spouse,she was predeceased by her first husband Patrick Desveaux and a daughter Anne Marie Beaton as well as three children in infancy.She was also predeceased by seven brothers and four sisters.
Visitation will take place Friday, October 12th from 2-4,7-9 p.m. in the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. The funeral mass will be celebrated Saturday, 11 a.m. in the Parish of St. Leonard, Mount Carmel Church followed by interment in the parish cemetery. All are welcome to join the family at a reception in the K of C Hall, Plummer Avenue following the mass.
Donations in Lucy's memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Cape Breton Chapter or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Je serai toujours heureuse
d'etre cette petite flamme joyeuse,
qui prend sa chaleur et sa lumiere
dans le coeur du Pere.
Mrs. Terri Ann Downey-Despres Dekker
July 13, 1958 - September 26, 2007
Terri Ann Downey – Despres Dekker age 49, of Sittard, The Netherlands and formerly of Amherst passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2007 in The Netherlands.
Born in Amherst, she was a daughter of Leo Despres of Amherst and the late Margaret Damery.
Terri worked at Aerovox and Pure Energy in Amherst. At the age of 42 she met the love of her life, got married and moved to The Netherlands.
She is survived by her husband Ron, one daughter Angela (Peter) of Holland and formerly of Amherst, two sons David (Sammy) of Amherst and Ronny of Sittard, one brother Percy (Nicole) of Amherst and two sisters Tracy (Darryl) of Amherst and Tonya (Annemie) of Sittard, three grandchildren Rikki – Leigh, Laurana and Violet Anne and several nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts and uncles.
Terri was predeceased by two brothers Carl Downey Jr. and Duane Despres.
Visitation will be held on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Campbell’s Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst. (667-9906)
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at 1 p.m. from Campbell’s Chapel with Father David MacDonald officiating.
Interment will follow in the St. Charles-Nativity Cemetery, Amherst.
Donations in Terri’s memory may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
Ms. Marian Elizabeth Cleveland
May 20, 1923 - October 12, 2007
CLEVELAND, Marian Elizabeth - Age 84, of West Dover, passed away Friday, October 12, 2007, in the VG Site, QEII, Halifax. Born in West Dover, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Laura (Morash) Cleveland. For many years she was cared for by Gwendolyn Countway, Judy Little and Daryl Countway, who will all miss her deeply. She was predeceased by her brothers, Robert, Miles and Lawrence, and her sisters, Theresa and Thelma. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 17, in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax.
Mr. David William "Billy" O'Neill
July 16, 1948 - October 13, 2007
It is with great sadness that we announce the peacefully passing of David William "Billy” O’Neill age 59 of Seaview Manor, Glace Bay on Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Glace Bay Health Care Complex.
Born in Glace Bay, Billy was the son of the late Leo and Veronica “Lollie” O’Neill. He was also a member of St. John the Baptist Parish, New Aberdeen.
Billy had a tremendous zest for life. As a young man, Billy was always game for an adventure, whether it was a road trip to Ontario to visit family or playing baseball with the neighbourhood kids. A natural prankster, Billy had a mischievous twinkle in his eyes that always gave him away. Billy had a huge laugh that came right from his toes. He loved to laugh and make others laugh; Billy greeted everyone with a big smile that was infectious. One smile from Billy and people couldn’t help but smile in return.
Billy worked on the railway for the Cape Breton Development Corporation (DEVCO). He also lived and worked in Toronto, Ontario for a brief period of time. Living and working in Toronto was perfect for Billy, a devoted Toronto Maple Leaf fan. While living and working in Toronto, Billy attended many games and followed the Leafs even after he moved back to Glace Bay.
In 1976, Billy was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Although his illness progressed rapidly, Billy remained strong and adapted to life with MS. His smile never wavered, his courage never faltered. Everyone around him drew strength from him and learned from his example.
In 1986, Billy’s illness progressed. He moved into Seaview Manor that year and gained another family. For 20 years, the Manor’s staff took exceptional care of Billy. They became part of his family and he became part of theirs. They laughed with him, joked with him and treated him as a person, not a person with a disability.
Family meant everything to Billy. He enjoyed it when family members came to visit and shared stories, jokes and memories with him. His most precious treasures were his grandchildren, Matthew and Ashley, who gave him so much joy and happiness. Billy radiated with pride whenever they visited and loved hearing them talk about school, Matthew’s hockey games and Ashley’s dance classes.
Billy will be sadly missed by his children Billy, of Toronto, Ont., and Terri Lynn (Sheldon) McNeil of Caledonia, Ont. and his grandchildren, Matthew and Ashley. He is also survived by his brothers, Joseph (Florence), Reserve Mines and Gerald, Mississauga, Ont., sisters, Patricia (the late Fred Redding), Coquitlam, B.C., Elaine (Jack) MacDonald, Glace Bay, Francie (the late Gerald Gilbert), Glace Bay, Jean (Gary) Clancy, Houston, Texas and Mildred (John) Haitse, Killarney, Ont. Billy is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Billy will also be missed by three special friends who were like family to him, Mary and Archie Gould, Glace Bay and Carol Ellerker, Hamilton, Ont.
Besides his parents, Billy was predeceased by former wife, Josephine (Yates), a son and daughter in infancy, sister, Imelda “Mella” Popwell, brothers, John Francis, in infancy, John Bernard “Jackie” and Tommy, sister-in-law, Winnifred (Hill) and brother-in-law, Maurice Popwell.
Visitation will take place Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve Street, Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at St. John’s Parish with Fr. John MacIntyre officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Donations in Billy’s memory may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Ms. Stephanie Patricia North
June 20, 1979 - October 10, 2007
NORTH, Stephanie Patricia, 28, Dartmouth. It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we share the news that the beloved daughter of Alan North, Halifax, and Trish (Davidson) North and stepfather Kevin Shoebridge, Halifax, passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2007, at home. Stephanie was larger than life and possessed an incredible spirit of generosity. As we remember Stephanie, words like the following come to mind: charming, brilliant, radiant, sparkling, caring, fun-loving, witty, happy, energetic, leader, compassionate, stylish and beautiful. With a sparkle in her eye and her dazzling smile, Stephanie would instantly light up a room. To know Stephanie was to love Stephanie. Her education began at Sir Charles Tupper School and most recently included studying philosophy at Dalhousie University where she was on the Dean's List. Stephanie had dreams of pursuing a career in law with the desire to help the under privileged and less fortunate. A highlight of her education was a year abroad as a Rotary International Exchange Student in central France. While growing up, her love of music led her to study the recorder and the violin. She also enjoyed dancing, figure skating and swimming. As an award winning Realtor with A & H GMAC, she had a gift for turning clients into friends. Stephanie herself was a precious gift. Those who were privileged to be in her presence will carry her spirit in their hearts always. Stephanie is survived by brothers, Geoffrey (Jessie), Chicago, and Matthew, Halifax; sister, Kimberley, Halifax; grandparents, Donald and Lena Davidson, Debert/Truro; uncles, David North, Halifax; Frank (Linda) Davidson, North Carolina; cherished niece, Katie, Chicago; goddaughters, Desiree and Amelia, Charlottetown, and numerous cousins. She was predeceased by grandparents, Murray and Margaret North (Halifax), and uncle, Greg North (Halifax). Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors 6-9 p.m. today in Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Rd., Halifax. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, in First Baptist Church, 1300 Oxford St., Halifax, Rev. John E. Boyd officiating. A reception will follow in the church parlour. Family flowers only. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crosbie House Society, 113 Cornwallis Ave., New Minas, NS B4N 3M9 and Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
