Obituaries
Bonita Joyce Wilkie
Dec 22, 2023
We the family of Bonita Joyce Wilkie (Morrison) regret to announce her passing on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Buchanan Memorial Hospital in Neil’s Harbour, NS.
Bonnie was a kind, gentle and loving person who treated everyone she met with compassion and care regardless of who they were. She will be missed for her laugh and her infectious warmth. She...
Brenda Ivy McKenzie
Dec 19, 2023
On December 19, 2023, Brenda Ivy McKenzie passed away after a brief illness.
She had been undergoing dialysis for the last few months and suffered from
diabetes and its complications for the last 30-years. Brenda was born in New
Waterford on May 29, 1942, to Gordon Thomas Kelly and Betty Gertrude Kelly
(nee Tatlock).
Ma was many things...
Gordon Frank Ward
Dec 6, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon Frank Ward of Soapstone Mines, Cape Breton, who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at the Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital. Gordon was born May 16, 1945, to the late Percy Clement and Jessie Anne (Campbell) Ward.Gordon spent much of his life in the woods – whether...
Wayne Gerard MacIsaac
Dec 6, 2023
It is with great sadness the family of Wayne Mac Isaac, AKA Pepsi Wayne, announce his passing at the Regional Hospital after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by his loving family, Wayne earned his wings on December 6, 2023 at the age of 69. Wayne was born on May 15, 1954 and spent his childhood and teen...
Brenda Ann MacKenzie
Dec 1, 2023
We the family of Brenda MacKenzie regret to announce her sudden passing on Friday December 1st, 2023 at home. Brenda was the daughter of the late John and Agnes MacKenzie (O'Connor).
Brenda was a kind person who loved to help anyone who needed it. She lived a fairly quiet life but enjoyed her Tuesday Bingo and Wednesday Darts in the...
Allen Byron Hicks
Dec 1, 2023
We, the family of Allen Byron Hicks are heartbroken to announce his passing, on December 1, 2023.
A true “Mira Road Boy”, Allen grew up in his family home on Duffle Drive, Sydney, before leaving for school to study Marine Biology at Dalhousie University. After finishing school, Allen worked at several fish farms around Cape Breton where he met...
Donald Stewart MacAskill
Nov 27, 2023
It is with broken hearts the family announce the peaceful passing of their dear brother and beloved uncle Stewart. During his lengthy battle with kidney disease, “the monster” in true fashion put up the biggest fight. When he finally grew tired, he decided it was time to rest.
Stewart spent his entire life on the ocean, where he gained...
Marilyn Diane Smith
Nov 27, 2023
We regret to announce the passing of Marilyn Diane Smith on Monday November 27, 2023 at Hospice Cape Breton.
Survived by her husband John Smith. As per Marilyn's wishes there will be no service or visitation.
Thank you to the staff at Hospice Cape Breton and Palliative Care for their excellent care.
Thomas Wayne Reid
Nov 26, 2023
It’s with great sadness that I must announce that the world doesn’t have Tom Reid to kick around anymore. I’m gone. The devil finally called my name. The Grim Reaper came for me on November 26, 2023 at the ripe old age of 74. I bought the farm. I bit the dust. So, I guess I'm off to the promised...
Michael Arthur Pitchuck
Nov 24, 2023
It’s with great sadness and heartbreak that we announce the sudden passing of Michael Arthur Pitchuck, 57 years old, on Nov. 24, 2023 in Sydney due to an undetected heart disease. Michael was born April 15, 1966 in Sydney, son of Mary (Romard) Best and the late Michael Pitchuck.
Mike was a quiet type and kept to himself as...
Lena Marie MacLean (nee Scott)
Nov 22, 2023
Lena Marie MacLean, 91, of Sydney peacefully passed away in her sleep on November 22, 2023.Lena was predeceased by her parents George and Mary Scott, her husband Daniel MacLean, brothers; Danny, Harry, Murray, Bill, George, Neil, Dougie and by her sister Florence.
She is survived by her daughter Deborah, her grandchildren; Erin (Kevin), Adam and Kyle. Greatgrandchildren; Keigan, Courtney, Kiersten,...
Joseph Wayne Stewart
Nov 20, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family announces his sudden passing on November 20, 2023 at the age of 52. He was the son of the late Gordon and Margaret Stewart.
He is survived by his two sons Mark and Alex and their mother Cherri, step-daughters; Hillary and Tasha, brothers; Russell, ON, Gordie (Michelle) Sydney Mines, Jimmy, ON,...
William Charles Sherwood
Nov 19, 2023
William Charles Sherwood, 71, of Sydney passed away on November 19th, 2023, surrounded by love. Billy was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Hazel Sherwood. He is survived by his children; Erin (Kevin), Adam and Kyle, Grandchildren; Keigan, Courtney, Kiersten, Jayd, Kayleigh, Daniel, Chloe, Tatum and Nash. Siblings Nancy (Jim) Muise, Geri Lutz, Roy (Pat) Sherwood, Joan (Ray) Johnston, Phyllis...
Derwin Dean Cartwright
Nov 18, 2023
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Derwin ‘Dode’ Dean Cartwright at the age of 65, on Saturday Nov. 17th, 2023 with the love of his life, Vivian Campbell by his side at the Palliative Care Cape Breton. Born in Whitecourt, Alberta to the late Vernice Cartwright-Kimzey, and the late Wesley Cartwright.
Derwin was a...
Raymond Joseph Burns
Nov 16, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Raymond Joseph Burns, aged 61, announce his passing on November 16, 2023, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Raymond passed peacefully with his Michelle, at his side.
Born in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Raymond is a husband, son, brother, uncle, friend and much-loved man in the community. Raymond is...
Kimberly Anne Lawrence
Nov 9, 2023
It is with broken hearts that the family of Kimberly ‘Kim’ Lawrence (Corbett) announce her passing. She passed peacefully, at home with her adoring family by her side. Kim was known as a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Those who were fortunate enough to be loved by her were loved passionately and unconditionally. Kim lit up every single...
Bryon Andrew Rogers
Nov 3, 2023
On the morning of November 3rd, just as the darkness of night was fading, the angels came and took a kind and gentle soul home. We, the family are heartbroken to announce Bryon’s passing after a long fight with lung cancer. Bryon was born in Sydney to the late Emerson and Betty Rogers of Sydney Forks, where he grew...
Irene Campbell
Oct 28, 2023
Age 95, passed Oct 28, 2023 at McGillivray Guest Home.Born in Gabarus Lake to Donald John and Mary Catherine MacVicar, She was predeceased by her husband John "Diddy", son Eric, brother Donald and sister-in-law Doris. She is survived by her daughter Kathy (Brian) Lavery, her son Craig (Brenda), daughter-in-law Cassandra, brothers; Earl and Neil (Maria). She has 6 grandchildren, 3...
Linda Carol Pollock
Oct 25, 2023
It is with broken hearts that the family of Linda Pollock announces her sudden passing on October 25, 2023. Linda was born in Sydney on August 28th, 1951 to Allan and Pearl Barrett (nee Davis).
She is survived by her daughters; Meggan (Brandon), Amberlyn (Corey), and her grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Luke, Leo and Layla. She is...
Judith Arlene Stubbert
Oct 21, 2023
It is with broken hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Judith (Judy) Stubbert on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at the CB Regional Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was the daughter of the late Marjorie (MacKay) and William Brown.
Judy dedicated her life to her family, especially her two daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved...
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