Obituaries

Jun 18, 2021

Terrence Angus Joseph MacLellan, 67, passed away peacefully Friday, June 18, at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, surrounded by his family following a brave 2 1/2 year struggle with cancer. Born in Whitney Pier, Terrence was the son of the late Marie and Duncan MacLellan of Sydney. He was predeceased by his brother, John Gary. Terrence...

Jun 16, 2021

We, the family of Guy Edward Murphy of Sydney, sadly announce his passing on Wednesday,June 16, 2021, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. He was the son of the late Edward Earl Murphy and Maude Murphy (LaRiche).

In his early years, he spent a brief time in the Canadian Air Forces before moving on to various jobs...

Jun 10, 2021

It's with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather, Arden Blair White, 67, was a devoted family man, social worker and friend to many. Arden died peacefully June 10th, surrounded by family at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Arden is survived by the love of his life, Debby (Pastuck) White; children, Raymond...

Jun 9, 2021

It is with great sadness that we the family announce the passing of Thomas Hadley Rudderham, age 77 on Wednesday June 9th, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was the son of Thomas Hadley “Brick” and Edna Irene Rudderham of Point Edward, Nova Scotia. Tom was well known to people from all over the Maritimes and the...

Jun 7, 2021

Nelson Borgal passed away peacefully on June 7 at 6:05 pm at the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. His 3 girls were with him; his wife the former Brenda Young; daughters Kathryn and Lynette. Nelson was predeceased by his father Elwood (Eddie) Borgal, mother Katie Belle MacLeod, brother William MacLeod, sister Anna Andrews, nephew Elwood...

Jun 6, 2021

It is with great sadness that we wish to announce the sudden passing of Henry David King while camping at his favorite place in Whycocomagh Bay on June 6th. He was born on March 12th, 1940 to John Henry and Elsie (Swan) King . He was a lifelong resident of Little Bras d'Or and owner of Bras d'Or Auto...

Jun 5, 2021

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dad, brother, grandfather, and uncle, Robert (Bamp) Morrison at his home in Baddeck surrounded by his family on June 5, 2021.

Robert was born in Baddeck and lived most of his life in town or nearby. He worked at the Department of Transportation and received a long service award for...

Jun 1, 2021

It is with heavy hearts the Peddle Family announces the peaceful passing of our Father, Grand Father and Great Papa at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Sydney; he was the son of the late Stan and Violet Peddle. Edward started his life’s journey 84 years ago growing up in Sydney. Then went on to Dartmouth for...

May 31, 2021

It is with broken hearts we announce the death of Phil (Philip) Carter. Phil passed away on May 31, 2021 at his residence in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia surrounded by family. Born in Newfoundland in 1954 to loving parents, Douglas and Piney Carter. Phil was an exemplary family man, the ultimate father, husband, grampy, son, brother, and friend. Phil...

May 27, 2021

With sadness, the family of Philip Boiduk announce his passing on May 27, 2021, in Baddeck. Philip suffered from ALS but was able to stay home with the devoted loving care of his wife, Debbie MacLean. A special thank you to the palliative care team, continuing care and the nursing staff of Baddeck Hospital.

Thank you to...

May 22, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Roderick (Roddie) James MacDonald, who died peacefully at the home in which he was born, in Washabuck, N.S., on May 22, 2021. Son of Catherine Agnes and Malcolm MacDonald, he was born July 2, 1935, the oldest of 6 children. Roddie, Nova Scotia Land Surveyor No. 285, was...

May 21, 2021

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my dear mother Irene Frances (Renee) Walker on May 21, 2021. Born (17.10.1942) in New Waterord. Irene was the daughter of the late Francis and Catherine Walker. She is survived by me, her loving son Shaun and daughter-in-law Nichole and three grandchildren Mitchell, Taylor and Breton along with her sisters, Stella, Patsy, Janie, Cathy, Terrie, Debbie, Judy and Joan. She...

May 20, 2021

Jessie Smith, age 70, formally of Glace Bay, died peacefully at home on May 20, 2021, the way she came into this world —surrounded by love.

Born in Bridgeport to two loving parents, Anne (“Annie”) and Clifford Knox, Jessie had a difficult childhood that nevertheless taught her the value of kindness, compassion, love and selflessness. Our Mom,...

May 17, 2021

It is with sadness that the family of Mable (Watt) Watson of Sydney announce her peaceful passing on  May 17, 2021 at the age of 98 years.   Mable was the daughter of the late Robert and Edith (Hazlehurst) Watt.  She was predeceased in 2017 by her loving husband of 71 years, Robert Watson.

She is survived...

May 11, 2021

It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Flora Margaret Wile, age 56 of Bucklaw, Cape Breton at the Victoria Memorial Hospital, Baddeck, NS. She was the daughter of the late Harvey and Olive Wile. She is survived by her lifetime companion Adam Benoit, Adam Jr. (AJ) at home, Crystal Benoit , Alberta, brother Clyde Wile, Shad...

May 10, 2021

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Katherine E. (Farrell) Sullivan on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the CBRH following a lengthy battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Glace Bay she was the daughter of the late Leo and Christina (MacKay) Farrell. She was a devoted member of St. Anne’s Parish.

A graduate of the...

May 9, 2021

With deepest sorrow, we the family announce the passing of Evelyn Ruth (Morrison) Campbell, age 76 of Sydney at CBRH-Palliative Care after a nine year battle with Parkinsons. She was the daughter of Clifford and Mary Beatrice (Sexton) Morrison of Westmount. She is survived by her husband John, son Gregory, daughter Tracey and her grandson Daniel. Also surviving are...

May 9, 2021

It is with heartfelt sadness that we, the family of James Edward Clarke of New Waterford, NS regret to announce his passing on May 9, 2021. Born in Newfoundland on Feb. 9, 1944 he was the son of Lillian and Maxie Clarke. James moved to Cape Breton at an early age. He worked for Devco for over 30 years. ...

May 7, 2021

Gerald Garfield Walsh, age 96, passed away peacefully May 7, 2021, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney, Nova Scotia. Garf was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia on February 2, 1925, and baptized at Christ Church. He was predeceased by his wife, Theresa, whom he cherished and later wrote a song in her memory. Garf was employed with the Dominion...

May 3, 2021

Allister Dwight Trenchard 51, Sydney. After surviving many years with a brain injury, Allister passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3rd, 2021 after an illness with cancer. His mother was dutifully at his side. Allister is survived by his devoted mother, Margaret Trenchard, Sydney; son, Ashton Mugridge, Sydney/Alberta; brother, Arthur (Sandra) Trenchard, Sydney; sister, Anne (Allan) Outlaw, Texas; and...