Obituaries

Sadie Ella Alexandra MacKinnon

Sadie Ella Alexandra MacKinnon

Jul 30, 2024

MacKinnon, Sadie Ella Alexandra of North Sydney, raced into our hearts on Saturday July 6, 2024 with a message of pure love, that doting; proud and affectionate parents Jolene Vickers and Andrew MacKinnon joyfully embraced. Big sister Zarra curiously with love and wonder accepted her sister with tiny kisses.

Sadie closed her eyes peacefully in sleep after saying goodnight to Mommy...

Mary Alma Campbell

Mary Alma Campbell

Jul 19, 2024

We the family, announce with much sadness, the passing of Mary Alma Campbell at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born Aug 4th, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Jake and Mary Campbell.

Mary worked for many years as the manager of the Zellers Skillet restaurant. She had a deep love for dogs and her flowers.

Mary...

Willena Joyce Fraser

Willena Joyce Fraser

Jul 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we the Fraser family announce the passing of Willena Joyce Fraser on July 19, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 3, 1948 in Sydney mines, she was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt. She is deeply loved and will be immensely missed...

Charlotte Julia Bennett

Charlotte Julia Bennett

Jul 18, 2024

We the family of Charlotte Julia Bennett, announce with much sadness, her passing on July 18, 2024 at the Miner’s Memorial Manor in Sydney Mines. Born March 12, 1940, she was the daughter of the late William and Julia Bennett. Cremation has taken place and burial will be scheduled at a later date.

Edward George Higgins

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...