Obituaries
Mary Ellen Carter
Mar 4, 2026
Mary Ellen Carter (O’Dea) passed away peacefully with family by her side on March 4, 2026, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital at the age of 77.
Born December 14, 1948 in Bishop’s Falls NL, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Clara (Bragg) O’Dea.
Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother and one of Jehovah's Witnesses for over 40 years....
Gundi Viviani-Finch
Mar 2, 2026
Gundi Viviani-Finch, born May 14, 1942 in Velbert, Germany, eldest daughter of Henrietta Wilma Hedwig Grenda (born Neveling) and Helmuth Grenda, passed away, March 2, 2026 in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Like a river flowing into the receiving embrace of the sea with grace and dignity, she reached her destination naturally, according to her own wishes every step of the way. Right...
Stephen Dominic Campbell
Feb 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Campbell at the age of 70, on Feb 28, 2026.
Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of the late James and Petronella Campbell.
He worked in the forestry industry for a number years and as a bartender at Branch 3 Legion in Glace Bay.
Steve is survived by his...
Francis James Woodman
Feb 26, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of Francis James Woodman on February 26,2026 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
He was affectionately known to many friends and family as “Brow,” “Woodie,” or “Mr. Francis”.
Born in 1942 during the height of the Second World War, Francis was a man of quiet strength and a dedicated worker....
Teddy Gillard
Feb 23, 2026
We, the family, are saddened to announce the sudden passing of our beloved Father, Grandfather, and brother, Teddy Gillard on February 23, 2026, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital following a brief illness.
Born in North Sydney, he was predeceased by his Mothers Catherine MacPherson and Ethel Gillard, and his special aunts Mary Saunders & Christine Saunders, and his sister Deborah...
Herbert Henry Young
Feb 16, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Herbert “Bull” Henry Young, who departed this world peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the age of 91 surrounded by his loving family members. Herbert was predeceased by his wife whom he adored, and shared a lifetime of love and partnership, Illona Young (Briggs); his beloved parents, Floyd...
Joyce Noreen Harris
Feb 16, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we, the family of Joyce Harris announce her peaceful passing on February 16, 2026.
Joyce was born on December 23, 1946, right next door at her grandmother’s home on East Broadway. She was the daughter of Helen Richardson and Wilbur Phillips and a sister to Ruth and Clyde, who predeceased her.
Joyce loved deeply and we...
Gregory Kevin Kanne
Feb 14, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Greggy “Teddy” Kanne at the age of 69.
A lifelong resident of New Waterford, Greg was the son of Joy and the late Frederick Kanne. He worked for more than 30 years at the Braemore (Now Breton Ability Centre) in Sydney River, before retiring in 2016. His first job...
Teddy Baillie
Feb 11, 2026
, It is with deep sadness, the family of Sidney (Teddy) Baillie, regret to announce his peaceful passing on Wednesday February 11th, 2026 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born in Halifax and was the son of John and Nalda (Fleet) Baillie.
Teddy was a devoted and loving husband to Thelma for 54 years, loving father...
Lydia Helen Fortune
Feb 10, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lydia Helen Fortune (Morrison), age 66, of Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. Lydia passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at 9:30 a.m at the Glace Bay General Hospital.
Born on January 5, 1960, in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Lydia was one of the most loving, caring, and...
Norman Angus Matheson
Feb 7, 2026
Norman Angus Matheson, born April 5th, 1949, passed away peacefully at the Northside General Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and family. He was the son of the late John Murdoch Matheson and Ruth Beverly (MacDonald) Matheson.
Norman was born and raised in Breton Cove, Victoria County, a place that always remained close to his heart. He was a...
Gloria Mae MacLean
Jan 30, 2026
With heavy hearts, we the family of Gloria Mae MacLean (MacLeod), announce her passing on January 30, 2026. Gloria was the daughter of the late Finley and Florence MacLeod (Davey) of Wallace Road, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia. She was lovingly raised by her aunts and uncles: Josie, Winnie, Reggie and Clifford Davey.
Gloria will be greatly missed by her husband of 67...
Phyllis Anne Gillard
Jan 30, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Anne Gillard (née Main), who passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at the age of 75.
Born on June 29, 1950, in Kitchener, Ontario, Phyllis made Cape Breton her home for the past 50-plus years, where she was known for her quiet kindness, love of routine, and connection...
Carol Ann McGean
Jan 17, 2026
The family of Carol Ann McGean announce with much sadness, her sudden passing on January 17th, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Mary Ellen Beddow.
Carol Ann loved people, always enjoyed a chat, her many family visits, the summertime outdoor concerts, parties and a favourite pass time was picking blueberries in the amazing stillness of the blueberry...
Bernard "Buddy" Gerard Penney
Jan 16, 2026
With much sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Bernard “Buddy” Penney, surrounded by the love of his family, on January 16, 2026 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. He was the son of the late Melvin and Trudy Penney.
Buddy was a kind hearted, well-liked and respected person in his community. He loved his truck, his cars and his trailer...
Mary Alice Daisley
Jan 14, 2026
Mary Alice (McEvoy) Daisley was carried home over the mist-covered mountains on the morning of January 14, 2026.
Mary Alice spent most of her life in Gray's Hollow, where she focused on family, land, and music. Her passion for picking blueberries and other fruits from the family orchard was well known. Music, however, was her true love—it ran deep in her...
Louis Irving Chisling
Jan 12, 2026
On the morning of Monday, January 12, 2026, Louis (Lou) Irving Chisling passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Dartmouth, NS, on May 18, 1949, he was the youngest son of the late Joseph and Doris (Rose) Chisling. He is survived by his beloved wife, Louise Fifield Chisling, with whom he shared 50 wonderful years.
In addition to...
Colin MacDougall Varley
Jan 11, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Colin MacDougall Varley, 72, of Howie Centre, Cape Breton, N.S., on Sunday, January 11th, 2026.
Colin leaves behind his loving wife and soulmate of 44 years, Patricia (MacCormick); sons Kyle (Myeongjin Kwon-Varley), Liam (Freda), and Stewart (Monica Bouius); and two grandchildren, Davis and Mallory. He is also survived...
Douglas Matthew Cavanaugh
Jan 9, 2026
Surrounded by his loving family, Douglas Matthew Cavanaugh, 81, died peacefully on January 9, 2026, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney, Nova Scotia. He was a man whose strength, kindness, and quiet wisdom touched the lives of all who knew him.
Doug (as he was most often known as), would want to be remembered as a devoted husband, father,...
Hedy Heiltje Gavel
Jan 4, 2026
Hedy Gavel passed away peacefully after a life defined by faith, devotion, and deep love for her family.
Born in Holland, Hedy immigrated to Canada at a young age with her family. She later pursued a career in nursing, where she met her late husband, Edward. Hedy was the heart of her family, always placing the needs of her loved ones...
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