Obituaries

Steven Charles Boyd

Steven Charles Boyd

Nov 17, 2024

We the family announce with much sadness the passing of Steven Charles Boyd, 68, of Sydney, on November 17, 2024 in the comfort of his home.

Steven is survived by his sons Daniel and Greg, siblings Susan, Rick and Garry as well as many nieces and nephews. Steven also leaves behind the mother of his children Judith.

Steven is predeceased by his...

David Joseph Placide Mullins

David Joseph Placide Mullins

Nov 8, 2024

David Joseph Placide Mullins passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Nov 8, 2024 at Cape Breton Hospice.

David is predeceased by his wife Helen (nee King) Mullins and his brother Rudolph (Rudy) Mullins.

He is survived by his children Michele, David (Glenna) and Danielle, grandchildren; Christopher, Zachary and Moira, brothers Carson, Michael and sister Linda.

David loved his family and was...

Henry James Parsons

Henry James Parsons

Nov 4, 2024

Henry James Parsons passed away on November 4, 2024 at the age of 82 cared for until the end by the wonderful team at the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Rose Blanche, Newfoundland he was the son of the late Henry Parsons and Hannah (Brown) Parsons. 

He was employed at Devco for 35 years. In...

Thomas Wayne Day

Thomas Wayne Day

Oct 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we the family announce the passing of our loving husband, father, grand-father, brother, uncle, friend and mentor Thomas Wayne Day on October 27, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Tom is survived by his 4 brothers and 6 sisters. Thomas is also survived by his best friend and loving...

John Lauchlin MacKinnon

John Lauchlin MacKinnon

Oct 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Laughlin MacKinnon, who left us peacefully on October 23, 2024. Born on December 31, 1940, in Dunakin, Inverness County. John dedicated over 35 years of his life to a successful career with Stora Forest Industries. After retirement, he continued work as a truck driver, working with Esso, DW...

Marcena Boutilier

Marcena Boutilier

Oct 18, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marcena Boutilier at the age of 69. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, Marcena touched the lives of everyone who knew her with her unwavering kindness and compassion.

Marcena was married to her beloved husband, Wilson Boutilier, for 45 years. Together, they raised two daughters, Dorothy Boutilier and Vicky...

Kevin Bernard MacAdam

Kevin Bernard MacAdam

Oct 18, 2024

Well it finally happened! I have passed! 

It’s been a good run. Married a great girl in 1984 [Darlene Cotie].

Had 4 great children (1) Johnathan [Maria Schella] (Anna, Isaac). (2) Scott [Chrystal Penny] (Maya). (3) Jillian [Mike Dobson] (cats, dogs, various farm animals). (4) Angela [Jeremy Pike] (cats).

I ran a small business for 40 years, Syd-Tec Appliance repair & commercial food...

Arthur Goldsmith LeGrow

Arthur Goldsmith LeGrow

Oct 17, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we, the family announce the peaceful passing of Arthur LeGrow,96, of Donkin on October 17, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Dad was born in Donkin on December 3, 1927 to James and Daisy (Parsons) LeGrow. On October 28,1953 he married the love of his life Lillian (Dowling)...

Mary Josephine Savitzski

Mary Josephine Savitzski

Oct 13, 2024

It is with heartfelt sadness that we the family, announce the passing of Josephine Savitzski on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Born in Port Saunders, Newfoundland, Josie was the daughter of the late William and Rachel (Lavers) Coles.

Left to mourn her passing is her husband of 71 years Kazemer, daughters Helen Evans (Doug), Felecia MacKeigan (Eion),...

Meaghan Angela Clarke

Meaghan Angela Clarke

Oct 12, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of our precious Meaghan on October 12th 2024, at the An Cala unit of the CBRH. Born July 3rd, 1984 in North Sydney, Meg is the eldest child of Steve and Angela (Romeo) Clarke. Throughout her illness and in her final days, Meg was comforted by the love...

Hazel Diane Messenger

Hazel Diane Messenger

Oct 10, 2024

It is with a broken heart that I announce the passing of my beautiful mom, Hazel Diane Messenger on October 10, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital at the age of 75.

Born in Glace Bay on November 7th, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Harold and Mary Alice Messenger.

She was predeceased by many aunts, uncles and cousins;...

Gerald Brian Musgrave

Gerald Brian Musgrave

Oct 7, 2024

With broken hearts, we regret to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend. Muzzy passed away peacefully after a brief illness in the An Cala unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. 

Muzzy is survived by his devoted wife and soulmate Sherry, daughter Cara Ward (Jason), granddaughter Jamie Lee, sister Lisa (Darrel) Mollon,...

Evangeline Victoria Wareham

Evangeline Victoria Wareham

Sep 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our mom Evangeline Victoria Wareham age 94, of New Waterford Nova Scotia, on September 28, 2024 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Vange as she was known to everyone, was the daughter of the late Walter and Theresa “Tessie” (Tighe) Burke of Lingan.

For the past two years Vange had become...

Jennie Kathleen MacLean

Jennie Kathleen MacLean

Sep 27, 2024

Jennie Kathleen MacLean, 93, of Little Narrows passed away peacefully at the Alderwood Guest Home Baddeck on September 27th, due to the debilitating disease of dementia.

 Jennie was born in Jubilee, Cape Breton, on November 25th,1930 to her parents Dan and Robena Ross. While in her 20s she married Hector Grant MacLean to become a home maker and mother of three,...

Louis Frederick Turner

Louis Frederick Turner

Sep 27, 2024

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Louis ‘Fred’ Turner on September 27th, 2024, in the comfort of his home with his loving partner Colleen MacLean by his side. Over the years he worked in plumbing, carpentry, auto-glass, welding, propane gas, truck driving and landscaping. In his later years he enjoyed wood carving and gunsmithing work. He...

Robert Ernest Martin

Robert Ernest Martin

Sep 27, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Ernest Martin, on September 27, 2024 at the age of 71. He passed in the palliative care unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by the people who loved him dearly.

Robert was born January 22, 1953 to Ernest and Mary Effie (Burns) Martin of Dutchbrook. Robert was...

Sheldon Francis Murphy

Sheldon Francis Murphy

Sep 16, 2024

Sheldon Francis Murphy passed away peacefully with his son by his side on September 16, 2024. Born in Sydney Mines on October 17, 1941, he was the only child of the late Joseph and Violet (MacLean) Murphy. Left to mourn his loss are his four children: Shannon (Francis), Amber, Erin (Verna), and Hali (Mark); four granddaughters: Ashley (Graham), Candace, Janelle...

Deborah Darlene Sparkes

Deborah Darlene Sparkes

Sep 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Sparkes age 61 of North Sydney. Debbie passed away peacefully at her cabin in Washabuck on September 14, 2024. 

Debbie was the daughter of Melvin and Mary Sparkes of Florence. 

She lived an amazing life where her main focus was her family. She lived life to the fullest making the...

Lillian Jane MacLean

Lillian Jane MacLean

Sep 13, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Lillian Jane MacLean (née Morrison) of George Street, Sydney, on September 13, 2024, at the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Born in Sydney on December 3, 1947, Lillian was the beloved daughter of the late Gladys (O’Flaherty) and Melvin Morrison...

Michael Edward Mleczko

Michael Edward Mleczko

Sep 11, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael announce his passing on September 11, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.

Michael was the son of Edward (Eddie) and Jenny Mleczko. For over 30 years, he was employed by the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation. In his spare time, he volunteered as a Scout Leader, an activity he enjoyed for...

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