Obituaries
Edward George Higgins
Jul 14, 2024
Written by Edward G. Higgins-
Ed Higgins (77) passed away peacefully at the Glace Bay Hospital on July 14, 2024, after a courageous battle with lung disease. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late George and Laura (Clare) Higgins formerly from the Caledonia area.
Ed is survived by his sister Donna Higgins, Walford, Ont., and her two children...
Laurier Scott Boyd
Jul 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Laurier “Scott” Boyd, 68, of Sydney, NS. Born in Fredericton, NB, to the late Laurier Reginald and Nina Winnifred (Peters). Scott is survived by his only child, Ashley (Donnie), Sydney; sisters, Jan Beaton, Sydney, and Lynn Boyd (Fraser), New Glasgow; partner, Karen Lewis (Sydney); her children Jordan and...
Elaine Marie MacNeil
Jul 1, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and love that we the family announce the passing of our beautiful beloved mother , grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Elaine .
She was an unforgettable woman who impacted many lives of children working with the Children’s Aid Society by fostering many children with unconditional love & support in theirs lives.
She was a proud & loyal member...
Kenneth James Miller
Jun 28, 2024
It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of Kenneth (Kenny) Miller, age 68 of Sydney. He passed away peacefully at home on June 28, 2024. He was the son of the late Kenneth Miller and Ella Penticost.
Kenny is survived by his wife and love of his life, Cindy (Brophy), daughter Kelly and his beloved grandchildren Eisley and Brody.
He enjoyed...
Wally Corbett
Jun 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we, the family of Wally Corbett announce his passing at home on June 27th, 2024. Wally was born the son of the late Walter and Nancy (Crowe) Corbett of Dominion.
In Wally’s earlier years, he was employed with the maintenance department of the Cape Breton Regional Vocational School where he made many lasting friendships. He...
Amelia MacLean
Jun 27, 2024
We regret to announce the passing of Amelia MacLean, born June 22, 1941, passed away on June 27, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. She is survived by her son Kenneth Adrian MacLean and immediate family. Cremation has taken place and no service is scheduled at this time.
Dan Neil MacDonald
Jun 22, 2024
It is with much sadness that we the family announce the passing of Dan Neil MacDonald at the Victoria County Memorial Hospital Baddeck on June 22,2024 at the age of 77,with his loving family by his side. Dan was born on June 8,1947 in North River. He was the son of the late Dan and Margaret (MacDonald) MacDonald.
He was an...
Gordon Edward MacKillop
Jun 12, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father and friend Gordon MacKillop.
Gordon will be greatly missed by his son John (Lynette), daughter Dawn Michelle (Wayne), granddaughter Joni (Brendon), grandson Dylan, granddaughter Allie, and grandson Tucker. He will also be greatly missed by brothers George and Willie (Marguerite), sister Marilyn, ex-wife and friend Elizabeth, brother-in-law Murdock...
Donald Francis Robertson
Jun 9, 2024
The family of Donnie Robertson,77, of Howie Centre, regret to announce his untimely passing on June 9, 2024.
Donnie was the son of the late Lawrence and Mary (MacDonald) Robertson and he leaves a grieving family especially sons Ronnie, Westmount; Jason (Aly), Bonnyville, Alberta; Brian Walker, Sydney and Stephen Walker, Toronto. Donnie is also survived by 10 grandchildren: Baylee, Mitchel, Sarah,...
Blair Thomas Fraser
Jun 9, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather and brother, Blair Thomas Fraser on June 9, 2024, after a courageous battle with dementia at the age of 79.
Blair began his career at the age of 18 sailing lake boats in Ontario for many years. We often heard stories of his adventures during that...
David Scott MacNeil
Jun 4, 2024
It is with heavy hearts, that we, the family of Scott (David) MacNeil, announce his sudden and peaceful passing at home on June 4th, 2024. He was born in Sydney, NS to the late Neil Edward and Rose Alice MacNeil.
Survived by his loving wife of 53 years Ann (Bagnell) MacNeil, daughters Sandra (Louise), Sydney, Loretta (Danny MacKinnon), Sydney, Mary Ann...
Robert Cyril Keough
Jun 1, 2024
Robert "Bobby" Keough was born in Sydney on March 18, 1950 and passed away on June 1, 2024, in Sydney, at the age of 74. Bobby, known for his leadership and dedication, was an electrician in the public service in Sydney until 1993. Following the closure of the Radar Base, he moved to Halifax and served as Union President of...
Pamela Allison Lewis-Young
May 30, 2024
We the family of Pamela Lewis-Young, announce with sadness her passing on May 30, 2024 in Baddeck, NS, after a lengthy illness.
A graduate of Trent University ‘69 and the University of Toronto ‘70 with a bachelor of education. She taught both Elementary & Secondary school for close to 40 years. She was also an avid quilter and had been an...
John Thomas Aucoin
May 29, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather and brother, John Thomas (Tom) Aucoin on May 29th, 2024 after a courageous battle with COPD at the age of 76. He was known to friends and coworkers as “Blue Eyes” a nickname given to him in his early days in the coal mines.
Tom...
Richard Newton Fogarty
May 24, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Newton Fogarty, a beloved father, cherished friend, and pillar of his community. Richard departed peacefully on May 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering kindness.
Richard's life was a testament to his passion for family, faith, and the great outdoors. Born on May 30, 1938,...
Stuart Roland Killen
May 22, 2024
Stuart Roland Killen passed peacefully on May 22, 2024 at the Valley Regional Hospital in the presence of loved ones after a courageous battle with dementia. Stuart was born in Moncton, NB on January 5, 1937 and later moved to Sydney, Cape Breton. Early in his career he worked for Indian Affairs. Later he was actively involved in the Mi’kmaw...
Mary Anita Skinner
May 22, 2024
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Mary- beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister-aunt, and friend, on May 22nd, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital at the age of 79, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in North Sydney on January 9th, 1945, Mary was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary McIsaac Ivey....
Amy Lorrie Linkletter
May 20, 2024
It is with great sadness that we, the family, regret to announce the passing of our mother Amy Lorrie Linkletter. Amy left us on May 20, 2024 at the young age of 56. She was taken far too soon.Amy faced her own challenges, but through the teachings of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah, she found solace and a renewed sense...
John Dwight Fitzgerald
May 19, 2024
It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dad. Dwight’s life may have ended early to some, but he lived longer than anyone expected, including himself and with the best attitude.
He grew up North of Smokey and didn’t understand why anyone would want to live elsewhere. He loved the ocean. Fishing was his passion....
Blair Wilfred Wareham
May 17, 2024
With broken hearts the family of Blair Wareham are sad to announce his passing on 17 May 2024 after a battle with liver disease at the age of 54 in the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital.
Blair was a jack of all trades from working on cars to building sheds, garages and other home renovations. Blair was a member of the New...
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