Obituaries

Kenneth Whitney MacKenzie

Kenneth Whitney MacKenzie

Feb 3, 2024

It’s with heavy hearts that we the family of Kenneth (Kenny) MacKenzie announce his passing on February 3, 2024.  He was the son of the late Ross and Esther MacKenzie.

Kenny was co-owner of G & K Automotive Repair on Bentinck Street in Sydney.

 

He leaves behind his partner Theresa MacNeil. His children Adam (Saralyn), Bradley and Kelsey (Damion). His grandchildren William,...

Donald Samuel Clarke

Donald Samuel Clarke

Feb 2, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and great sorrow that we the family announce the sudden passing of our father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Donnie Clarke with his life partner Sharon MacLeod at his side. Donnie was born in Glace Bay, March 19, 1941 to Mary (MacDonald) and Murdock Clarke. 

He is survived by his 3 sons; Scott (Calgary), Cory (Glace Bay)...

Frances Margaret MacAskill

Frances Margaret MacAskill

Jan 29, 2024

The family of Frances Margaret MacAskill of New Waterford, are saddened to announce her passing on January 29, 2024 at the age of 81 years. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her children; Peg, Ontario, Rick, Glace Bay, Nancy and Dave, PEI, Susan and Lewis, Sask., Eileen and Gary, Sandy, and Sara, all of Glace Bay, 11 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren,...

Daniel William Gouthro

Daniel William Gouthro

Jan 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that we the family announce the sudden passing of our beloved father, Daniel William "Billy" Gouthro, age 66 on Sunday, January 28th, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Billy was the son of the late Charles and Margaret (MacNeil) Gouthro. He was a former member of St. Eugene's Parish of Dominion.

 

In his...

Clifford John Dawson

Clifford John Dawson

Jan 25, 2024

It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beautiful Dad, Clif Dawson, on January 25, 2024. Clif passed away peacefully in his sleep, in the company and love of his two daughters at Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Clif was a father and grandfather, husband, son, brother and uncle; a pilot; an award winning craftsman, a carver, builder,...

Margaret Lorraine Gerrow

Margaret Lorraine Gerrow

Jan 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lorraine, who passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Thursday January 25, 2024.  Lorraine is survived by her three sons; Shawn (Eileen), Cleveland, and John (Amy); her beautiful grandchildren Kara, Kaylee, Garrin, Parker and Max. Also left to mourn are Lorraine's siblings, Douglas...

Seward John Mackie

Seward John Mackie

Jan 21, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we, the family of Seward John Mackie, announce his sudden passing on Jan. 21, 2024. Seward was born to Thomas & Bertha (Andrews) Mackie on Oct. 1st, 1943 & resided in Gardiner Mines most of his life.

Seward worked as a skilled mason for many years, which included running his own business with cousin Harvey...

Paul Edward Coady

Paul Edward Coady

Jan 21, 2024

A resident of Vista Heights apartments in Sydney. Paul passed away January 21, 2024 at The Cape Breton Regional Hospital, at the age of 62 years. Paul was a son of the late Dan and Dorothy Coady (Tufts) of Glace Bay. 



Paul was born and raised in Glace Bay. Although Paul was a proud Cape Bretoner, he enjoyed many summers with...

John William Hiscock

John William Hiscock

Jan 20, 2024

John Hiscock passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2024 in his 85th year.  John was a well-known musician. 

John is survived by his wife Mae (Boyd), one daughter Lisa, two grandchildren; Johnaton (Tasha) and Jenna (Vince) and one great-granddaughter Jaelyn, sister Diane (Jim), Ontario.  He was also predeceased by three sisters and three brothers. 

Cremation has taken place and no service as...

Clyde Norman Leamon

Clyde Norman Leamon

Jan 17, 2024

Clyde Leamon, age 76, passed away with his family by his side on January 17th, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Channel-Port aux Basques, NFLD, he is survived by his life partner of 31 years, Elsie MacKinnon, children Jenny and Walter Leamon, Anthony MacKinnon (Melissa Gouthro), Mary MacKinnon, Shauna McCallum (David), brothers and sisters Ann, Betty, Clyde,...

Raphael Vernon Jamieson

Raphael Vernon Jamieson

Jan 16, 2024

It is with heartbreak and deep sadness that the family of Raphael Vernon Jamieson Jr. announce his passing on January 16, 2024. Ray was born December 11, 1960 to the late Raphael and Marie (Slade) Jamieson in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brother Jimmy and sister-in-law Michelle.  Surviving are his sister Colleen (John Hurley),...

Jody Lillian MacKinnon-Fraser

Jody Lillian MacKinnon-Fraser

Jan 9, 2024

It is with tremendous sorrow and broken hearts that the Family of Jody Lillian Mackinnon announces her passing. Jody was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin and friend. People who met Jody and entered into her sphere felt a little more special and enriched afterwards from her honest, kind and sincere energy. Those who were fortunate enough to have...

Ronald Arthur Penny

Ronald Arthur Penny

Jan 8, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Ronald Arthur Penny, born on February 8 1946. A beloved brother, father, and grandfather, Ronald Leaves behind a remarkable legacy and an irreplaceable void in the hearts of his loved ones.

Ronald’s memory will be cherished by his daughter Sherri Penny, grandson Mitchell Billard; brothers; George (Alexis), Philip...

Freeman Murray Rudderham

Freeman Murray Rudderham

Jan 3, 2024

Murray Rudderham, 70, passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on January 3, 2024. Murray was the oldest son of the late William and Goldie (Rudderham) Musgrave, Dutch Brook.

In his younger years Murray drove truck and ran a body shop in Inverness, where he was known as Spiderman, alongside his younger brother Clarence. He loved spending time with...

Sandra Marie Usifer

Sandra Marie Usifer

Dec 31, 2023

 

It is with great sadness that we the family of Sandra Marie Usifer, age 78, announce the peaceful passing of our Mother, at home, in Whycocomagh, on December 31st, 2023 after a very brief illness. Mom was lovingly cared for and surrounded by her children. 

 

Born in Neils Harbour, she was the daughter of the late Fred and...

John James MacLeod

John James MacLeod

Dec 23, 2023

John James MacLeod, 90, of Framboise (recently of Saint Peters) passed away peacefully on December 23rd, 2023 at his home in Richmond Villa.

 

Born October 1st, 1933 in Framboise, to John and Mary Ann MacLeod.  John James lived all of his life in his family home (the farm).  One of 13 children, John James grew up with 10 sisters and...

Bonita Joyce Wilkie

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

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

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

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...