Obituaries

Guy Joseph Lamey

Guy Joseph Lamey

Jun 5, 2025

We the family regret to announce the passing of Guy Joseph Lamey, age 70, on June 5, 2025 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Guy was a lifelong resident of New Victoria. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Lorraine (Ratchford) Lamey.

He is survived by his brother Brian (Maria) and sister Anita Zemlyak (Frank, deceased). Guy...

Alexis Mary Rhodenizer

Alexis Mary Rhodenizer

May 23, 2025

Alexis Mary Rhodenizer (Edwards), a vibrant soul with a heart full of love, passed away at 91. Born on August 29, 1933, in Sydney Mines, NS, she left behind a legacy of warmth and kindness.

Lexie was the daughter of James and Anna-Jane Edwards, and though she outlived many loved ones, including her husband Keith and siblings Janie Robinson (John), Margie...

Eva Hope Holder

Eva Hope Holder

May 22, 2025

Eva Hope Holder, 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at the Seaview Manor in Glace Bay. Born September 10, 1932 in Glace Bay, she was the daughter of Hazel and Richard (Dick) Sheppard.

She moved to New Brunswick where she worked as an RN supervisor of pediatrics at the Fredericton Hospital and later upon her return home in...

Gary MacDonald Fownes

Gary MacDonald Fownes

May 19, 2025

With sad but grateful hearts, we the family of Gary MacDonald Fownes announce his peaceful passing in the Victoria County Memorial Hospital on Monday, May 19, 2025.

Gary was born July 8, 1945, the eldest child of the late Charles Alexander (Dick) and Jessie Rose (MacDonald) Fownes.

Despite the early passing of his father, Gary had a wonderful childhood, exploring all around...

Laura Lee Giusti

Laura Lee Giusti

May 12, 2025

With broken hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Laura Lee Giusti, 53, of Sydney, on May 12th, 2025 surrounded by her family.



Laura is survived by her life partner and best friend of over 30 years, Dave Hawco; her children David Hawco, Brad & George Giusti, and Destiny Green; her stepdaughter Chantel Hawco and stepson Parker (Angie) Hawco. She will...

Richard Ainsley Rowter

Richard Ainsley Rowter

May 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Richard Ainsley Rowter, 84 on May 11, 2025, at Hospice Cape Breton, Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Richard was born September 19, 1940, in Maitland Bridge, Annapolis County, NS. He was the son of Ainsley Rowter and Alma (Fancy) (Rowter) Walmbolt.

Growing up on the South Shore of Nova Scotia fostered Richard’s love...

Dale Andrew O'Day

Dale Andrew O'Day

May 8, 2025

There are no words to express how deeply saddened we are to announce the unexpected passing of our beloved father, Dale Andrew O’Day. Dale passed away on May 8, 2025 at 70 years of age.

The son of the late Dennis and Mary (MacDonald) O’Day. Dale will be dearly missed by his children, Jacquelyn O’Day and Kristen O’Day, as well as...

Mary Deborah Bragg

Mary Deborah Bragg

May 1, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that our family announces the passing of Mary (Mim) Bragg, 95 on May 1, 2025, at The Northside General Hospital with family members at her side who loved her dearly and unconditionally. Born in North Sydney on March 23, 1930, Mim was the daughter of the late Ernest Hillier Sr. and Lucy (Crews) Hillier...

Linda Shiann Rideout

Linda Shiann Rideout

Apr 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda “Shiann” Rideout on April 28, 2025. She was the daughter of Helen and Michael MacPhee.

Predeceased by brothers Greg and Allan as well as one sister Elma. Survived by husband Sandy, one son Sandy, sisters Elizabeth “Betty” (Danny) Butts, Jolene (Sheldon) McNabb, Colleen (Cecil) Farrell and Mary (Moe) Thomas,...

Sharon Mae Walsh

Sharon Mae Walsh

Apr 28, 2025

It is with deep sadness, we, the family announce the sudden passing of Sharon Mae (Hardy) Walsh, 75 of North Sydney, Nova Scotia on Monday, April 28th at Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Born Sharon Mae Hardy on March 6, 1950 in North Sydney, Nova Scotia, she was the 5th child of parents, the late Wilson and Olive (Bond) Hardy. She was...

Nora Anne Roche

Nora Anne Roche

Apr 20, 2025

We regret to announce the passing of (Nora) Anne Roche: nee Fogarty, of Sydney.

Anne died at home after a mercifully short illness surrounded by her children. She was born on April 14, 1942 to Helen and William (Breezer) Fogarty of Whitney Pier.

In life Anne could only be described as a free spirit. She lived by her own set of rules...

Angus John Morrison

Angus John Morrison

Apr 15, 2025

Angus John Morrison passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Born in Quarry, St. Annes on February 16, 1942, he was the son of the late Dan Angus & Margraret (MacDonald) Morrison.

Angus is survived by his wife of 65 years Judy (Oland) Morrison; two sons Kevin Morrison, Sydney Forks and Richard (Brittney) Wilson,...

Susan Ann Young

Susan Ann Young

Apr 11, 2025

We sadly announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother Susan Ann Young on Friday April 11, 2025 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney, NS. Susan was born in Smith Falls, ON, she, however, lived most her life in Greenfield Park, QC.

She is predeceased by her husband Peter Muise and her parents Frederick (Lloyd) and Ruby Young....

Susanna Ethel Meisner

Susanna Ethel Meisner

Apr 8, 2025

The world is a little less bright today. Sue left this world peacefully 8 April 2025, after bravely battling Lewy Body Dementia for the last number of years.

Dementia may have taken her vocabulary, but it never took her kindness. It is said that a person needs 4 hugs a day for survival, 8 for maintenance and 12 for growth. Sue...

Peter Christopher Smith

Peter Christopher Smith

Apr 7, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Peter Christopher Smith on April 7, 2025, in Frenchvale, Nova Scotia, just one week before his 58th birthday. His loss has come as a shock to all who knew and loved him.

Born on April 14, 1967, in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, Peter was raised in Port Mouton and went...

Donald James MacArthur

Donald James MacArthur

Mar 28, 2025

We, the family, regret to announce the unexpected passing of Donald James (Jimmy) MacArthur on Friday March 28th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 19th,1956, to the late Donald (Boo) and Theresa (MacIntyre) MacArthur of Portage.

Proudly raised in Portage, Jimmy had a special love for the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and golfing. He enjoyed spending time...

George "Bubby" Frederick Rutherford

George "Bubby" Frederick Rutherford

Mar 26, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we, the family of George "Bubby" Rutherford announce his passing, at home on March 26, 2025.

Born on February 15, 1943, to David and Mary (Thompson) Rutherford of Sydney. Bubby adored his big brother, Davey and his little sister, Brenda.

Bubby married his best friend, Sandra Musgrave and together they had their 3 children. Although the...

Paul Garret Norman

Paul Garret Norman

Mar 15, 2025

It is with the deepest sadness, we announce the sudden passing of Paul Garret Norman on 15th Mar. 2025. Born on 7th Apr. 1958; he was the son of the late William Norman and Elaine (Stubbert) (Norman) Blagdon. 

Paul is survived by daughters; Ashley & Haley, Winnipeg, Man; sister; Lisa (Leonard) MacDonald, St. Margaret's Bay, NS; brothers Brian (Jacqueline), Lawrence (Marilyn),...

Ronald Samuel Cassell

Ronald Samuel Cassell

Mar 8, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ron, a beloved friend, family member, and cherished member of our community, who left us peacefully on March 8th after a courageous battle with COPD.

Ron was born on July 12, 1949 to Mary and Kenneth Cassell in Jackson’s Arm, Newfoundland.

Besides his parents, Ron was predeceased by Sisters Maude, Whillmenia...

Norma Marie Patterson

Norma Marie Patterson

Mar 7, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our Mother, Grandmother and friend on March 7th, 2025.

Norma loved cooking and baking for her family and friends. She was a member of Ross’s Ferry Crafters and was known for her homemade bread and fudge. She was a talented lady in everything she did, knitting, bunka or just being a mom...