Obituaries
David "Gary" Garfield Conron
Sep 25, 2026
With broken hearts, we are devastated to announce the passing of David Garfield "Gary" Conron, 56, of Glace Bay, NS, suddenly, on September 25, 2026.
Gary had recently been diagnosed with cancer. He had just started treatment, and he was positive and excited about fighting for his future.
Born in Glace Bay on March 2, 1970, Gary was the son of Mary...
Dorothy Florence Timmons
Sep 25, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy “Dorrie” Florence Timmons (nee Young), who was born on March 12, 1939, at the City Hospital in Sydney, Nova Scotia, to the late Cecilia and George Young.
Dorrie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She leaves behind her devoted husband, David Timmons, and her...
George Thomas Brenton
Sep 23, 2026
We the family of George Thomas Brenton, announce sudden his passing on September 23, 2026. He was the son of the late William and Gertrude Brenton.
George was a fisherman by trade and had a passion for motorcycles and loved to work on cars.
George is survived by his children Nicki MacLennan and David Brenton, grandchildren Davie Brenton, Emma Boyd, Breanna Brenton...
William Joseph Roberts
Sep 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of William Joseph Roberts at the age of 99 years at The Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck Nova Scotia, on September 23, 2026.
William is survived by his two children Hal (Evelyn) and Richard (Darlene), his four grandchildren William (April), Crowdis, Michaela (Billy), Chloe (Wahab), and their mother Shelagh Fraser, step...
Joseph Darrell McDonald
Sep 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Darrell McDonald, 66, son of Josephine (Aucoin) and Melvin McDonald on Sept 23, 2026. Darrell was a beloved husband, brother, uncle and friend.
Darrell is survived by his loving and devoted wife Diane (O’Connell), his pride and joy and best friend son Jamie (Kelsey) and cat Boo. His sisters...
Gordon William Hines
Sep 20, 2026
Gordon (Gordie) William Hines, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sept. 20, 2026.
Gordie was born on March 29, 1948, in Sydney, Nova Scotia, to the late George and Alice Hines. He grew up in Sydney’s Ashby district and attended Sydney Academy High School, where he distinguished himself as an honour student and accomplished athlete,...
Susan Anne Slykhuis
Sep 15, 2026
The family of Susan Anne Slykhuis (Warren) announce her passing on September 15, 2026 at the An Cala unit in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital after a short but courageous fight. She was the daughter of the late Albert & Winnifred (MacLeod) Warren.
Survived by husband of 46 years Bill, son Bradley (Lindsay), daughter Amanda (Jason Twardzik), grand daughter Julia, chosen...
Melvin Wayne McDonald
Sep 14, 2026
With immense sorrow, we say goodbye to a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
Wayne “Burger” McDonald, age 71, of Glace Bay, passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer. His family is deeply saddened by his passing but comforted in knowing that his battle has ended.
Wayne grew up in Reserve Mines and was the son of the...
Carl Peter MacKenzie
Sep 7, 2026
Carl Peter MacKenzie, a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on September 7, 2026.
He was the son of the late Irene Brewer Byrne and Blennie MacKenzie and was the loving husband of Arlene.
Carl was a carpenter by trade and was someone who could easily tackle many other jobs as well. He had a wealth of knowledge about...
Kerry Susan Hicks
Sep 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kerry Susan Hicks (nee Brown)
Our beautiful mom, Kerry Susan Hicks (Brown) sadly left us on September 4, 2026. Kerry was born July 29, 1947, daughter of Clifford and Frances Brown. Born in Dartmouth, she was the big sister to three brothers and spent her teen years in Germany where her dad was posted in the RCAF....
Raymond Barry Bendle
Sep 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Barry Bendle, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ray was born June 12, 1963, in Etobicoke/Toronto, Ontario.
Ray will be deeply missed by his loving wife and best friend of 43 years, Cynthia May Bendle (Mallett), who was by his side throughout their life together.
He leaves behind his children,...
Margaret Theresa LeDrew
Aug 28, 2026
With heavy hearts, the LeDrew family announces the passing of Margaret (Margie) Theresa LeDrew, 98, of New Waterford, at Maple Hill Manor surrounded by members of her family. Born on November 3rd, 1927, she was the oldest daughter of Neil Alex and Mary Beaton (Curry/Jamael).
Margie spent many years working as a medical secretary, including at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. She...
James Ellison MacKinnon
Aug 23, 2026
We the family announce the passing of James Ellison MacKinnon on August 23rd at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney following a courageous battle with cancer. Born May 19th, 1954 he was the son of the late Bernard and Phyllis (LeBlanc) MacKinnon.
Jim lived and worked in his younger years across Canada and in various industries and fields. He eventually...
Andrew Charles Mauger
Aug 21, 2026
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Andrew (Boo) Charles Mauger of Port Morien on August 21, 2026, with his family by his side. Andrew was born on March 20, 1963, in Glace Bay to Marie and Russell Mauger.
Andrew was a jack of all trades. In his early years, he worked as a carpenter...
Alexander MacMullin
Aug 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness that the family of Alexander (Sandy) MacMullin announce his sudden passing on August 20, 2026, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney, Nova Scotia, from complications related to COPD pneumonia. He was born on February 19, 1953 to Joseph and Margaret (nee MacMullin) MacMullin of Beaver Cove, Cape Breton.
Sandy leaves behind a lifetime of...
Donald MacLeod
Aug 19, 2026
Donald MacLeod, aged 89, passed away on August 19, 2026 at the MacGillivary Guest Home.
Donnie was born in Glace Bay on May 28, 1937 and lived on Tower Road and later Birch Grove in his adult years. His early career was spent with the Canadian Armed Forces before moving on to be a longtime employee of Devco, first in the...
Julia Lynn Robinson
Aug 16, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Lynn (Peckham) Robinson who left us peacefully on August 16th, surrounded by her loving family.
Lynn was born in New Waterford and the daughter of Mary (Roach) and Hayward Peckham. Lynn lived and worked in Prince Edward Island eventually ending up in Sackville, Nova Scotia, where she worked...
Marion Patricia Barrington
Aug 13, 2026
The family of Marion Patricia Barrington, 73, regretfully announce that she passed away on August 13, 2026, at home. She was the daughter of Ambrose “Amos” MacNeil and Christina “Tena” (MacPhee) MacNeil.
Marion’s working career included the Coop on Victoria Road and the Woolco in Sydney River. After a period of illness, she stopped working outside the home and became a...
Annie Payne
Aug 13, 2026
We the family of Annie Payne of Glace Bay announce her passing on Thursday August 13th at Seaview Manor with her daughter by her side.
Born February 2nd 1934 in Rose Blanche NL, Annie was the daughter of Henry and Hannah Parsons. She is survived by her daughter Janice, grandchildren Jennifer (Stephen), Emily and Ashley. Annie shared a special bond with...
Sharon Heather Targett
Aug 10, 2026
We, the family of Sharon Heather Targett, regret to announce her passing at home, peacefully, on Monday August 10th 2026 surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Sharon was loved by many and found her greatest accomplishment in life was being at home cooking, cleaning and taking care of her family, whom she loved dearly. She truly enjoyed Christmas, leisurely drives,...
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