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Subject: [NS-CB] Cape Breton Deaths February 04, 2012 Saturday
Date: Sat, 4 Feb 2012 01:14:07 -0800


Cape Breton Deaths February 04, 2012 Saturday

There are 9 obituaries published for today

Conrad John Musial
Rita Catherine Heffernan
Cynthia Lynn Lewis
Alexander William Campbell
Mary 'Eileen' (Shea) Stepaniak
Raymond Gregory Flemming
Charles Brian Power
Paul Dauphinee
Norma M. (Maxner) Sager

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Conrad Musial

Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Gardiner Mines, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: February 3rd, 2012

It is with deep sadness that we, the family,
announce the passing of Conrad John Musial, 81,
of Gardiner Mines, on Friday, Feb. 3, 2012, at
the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late
Michael and Bertha (Boutilier) Musial. Conrad
worked in Nos. 12,16, and 18 collieries and in
1967 went on to work for M & B Meats.
He also worked at the Cavalier Tavern in New
Waterford. He was a member of St. James parish in
Gardiner Mines and an honorary member of the
Dominion Hawks Club. Dad was an avid fisherman
and hunter and loved nothing more than to be up
to his hips in the Margaree River. Music was a
great part of his life; himself playing the
accordion, piano, guitar and boy did he love to
dance. Dad's family was his greatest passion and
he was always there to help others; a self
professed Jack of all trades and master of none.
Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Hazel
(Burke); daughters Toni McNeil (Walter),
Dominion, Valerie Morrison (Gerry), Reserve;
brothers Greg Musial (Anne), Gardiner Mines, Paul
Musial (Sue), Antigonish; sisters Bertha
MacDonald (Archie), Gardiner Mines, Isabell
Musial, Dominion; grandchildren, Lisa McNeil
Campbell, Carrie McNeil, Evan Morrison;
great-grandchildren Presley, Carter and Gabrielle.
Conrad was predeceased by one son in infancy;
brothers Mike and Charlie; sisters Leonora, Rena,
and Toni.
Visitation will be held Monday, Feb. 6, from 2-4
and 7-9 p.m. at V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home,
380 Smith St., New Waterford. A funeral mass of
celebration will take place Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 11
a.m. in St. Eugene's Church, Dominion, with
Father Daniel Boudreau officiating. Burial will
be in St. James Cemetery, Gardiner Mines with a
luncheon to follow at St. Eugene's Hall, Dominion.
Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart
and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online
expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family
at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.

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Rita Heffernan

Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: February 2nd, 2012

Rita Catherine Heffernan, a resident of
Harbourstone Enhanced Care facility, Sydney,
passed away Thursday, February 2, 2012, at her
residence.
Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the
late John Archie and Mary Catherine (MacFarlane)
Gillis.
Rita had a teaching career that spanned 35 years
and retained many fond memories of the students
she taught. As a community member of the Sisters
of Charity from 1945 to 1961, Rita taught in
Brooklyn, NY, Nova Scotia and Alberta schools. In
1962 Rita left the community. She subsequently
taught in Edmonton, Alberta, Halifax and retired
in 1980, having spent her last 10 years teaching
at Cornwallis School in Sydney, NS.
She was a former member of St. Joseph Parish, New
Victoria and faithfully supported her parish over
the years. In her retirement, she and her husband
Harold enjoyed many happy summers at their summer
home in Margaree, Cape Breton. Rita also enjoyed
oil painting, playing piano and listening to
music.
Rita is survived by her sisters, Margaret (Peggy)
Howell, Sydney, Rose (Mrs. Florian LeBlanc),
Whitney Pier, Sr. Grace Gillis SC, Halifax; many
nieces and nephews; step-children and her
extended family at the Spanish Bay unit of the
Harbourstone Enhanced Care facility.
She was predeceased by her husband, Harold
Heffernan; sisters, Tena Campbell, Sister Lydia
Gillis S.C.; and brothers, Alexander, Hugh, John
Angus, Myles, New Waterford, and Joseph,
Antigonish.
There will be no visitation. A funeral mass of
celebration will be held Monday, February 6,
2012, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St.
Leonard with Father Victor Ozoufuanya
officiating. Burial will follow in St. Agnes
Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the
family at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.

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Cynthia Lewis

Born In: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: February 4th, 2012

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce
the peaceful passing of Cynthia Lynn Lewis on
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012 at Harbourstone Enhanced
Care Facility, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Sydney, she was the daughter of Mabel
Morris of Eskasoni and the late Fred Sylliboy.
Cynthia worked for a number of years at
Sylliboy's Hardware as a store clerk. She was an
avid bingo player and always enjoyed a good game
of cards and got great joy at family gatherings.
In her younger years she attended teacher's
college in Truro. Cynthia was a dedicated wife
and mother who had a strong faith in God and was
a gentle person and a strong example to all. She
will always be remembered for her great sense of
humour. Cynthia's greatest passion was her love
of family.
Cynthia is survived by her loving husband, Paul
and children, Jaylene Kelley, Vernon 'Vee' and
Justine Kelley; by grandson, Easton; brother,
Frederick (Leta); nephew, J.C. and nieces,
Promise Joy, Sidney Jane; godchildren, Mallery
Anne, Blade and Austin; godmother, Sylvia Denny;
friend, Kathleen and aunts, uncles and numerous
cousins.
She was predeceased by her sister, Darlene
Kelley; nephew, Kris Andrew and godfather, Eugene.
Visitation for the late Cynthia Lynn Lewis will
take place after 7 p.m. at the Gabriel Center,
Eskasoni on Monday, Feb. 6, 2012. Funeral mass
will be celebrated at Holy Family Church at 10:30
a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8, with Rev. Martin
MacDougall officiating. Interment in the Eskasoni
Parish Cemetery.
Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.twcurry.com.

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Alexander Campbell

Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Albert Bridge, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: February 2nd, 2012

Alexander William Campbell, 65, of Albert Bridge
passed away on Feb. 2, 2012, after a courageous
but short fight against cancer.
Son of the late William and Margaret (MacLean)
Campbell, he was born in Glace Bay. Alex's career
began in the Military Police and he later joined
the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. He retired
from the RCMP, after serving time as a police
officer in P.E.I., Nfld. and N.S.
Alex is survived by his beloved wife and best
friend, Linda (Dickinson); daughters, Wendy
Boisvert (Marc), Ottawa, Ont., Yvonne Mandis
(Peter), Gray, TN, USA, Karen Campbell (Carlos
Amestoy), St. Catharines, Ont. and Tanya
MacDonald (Bill), Ridgeway, Ont.; grandchildren,
Brady and Eric Boisvert, George and Gillian
Mandis, KT Crewe and Trystan and Taylor
MacDonald; brothers, Robert (Diane), Moncton,
N.B. and James (Angie), Albert Bridge and sister,
Yvonne Fry (Bruce), Albert Bridge. Alex is also
survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and
cousins, primarily in N.S. and Ont.
"Be at peace dear husband, father and
grandfather; we loved you then, we love you now
and we'll love you always."
A special thank you is extended to Dr. Brian
Kerley, the palliative care unit at St.
Catharines General Hospital and the CCAC for all
their care, compassion and support.
Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Mary 'Eileen' (Shea) Stepaniak

Born In: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
Passed on: January 30th, 2012

It is with great sadness that we announce the
passing of a dear wife, mother, grandmother,
great-grandmother and sister at the Scarborough
General Hospital in Ontario on Monday, Jan. 30,
2012.
Eileen was born in Glace Bay to the late Ambrose and Margaret (McPhee) Shea.
She is survived by her loving husband, Frank of
60 years and by her loving son, Robert (Florence)
also by two loving granddaughters, Jodi and
Jennifer Schittone (Joseph). She is also survived
by the love of her life her two
great-grandchildren, Elijah and Sophia.
Besides her parents Eileen was also predeceased
by brothers Jim, Tom, Fabian, Gerard and Joe and
by two sisters, Marge Kennedy and Theresa
Campbell.
Eileen is survived by sisters, Dru Hardwick
Ontario, Iris Merideth (Bob) Ontario and Colleen
Bailey (Len), Mira, she is also survived by two
brothers, Eric (Valerie), Glace Bay and George,
Ontario and by many loving nieces and nephews.
Eileen will always be remembered for being a
kind, caring and a very loving person that loved
to laugh and being extremely good natured would
help anyone that needed help. She will be sadly
missed by all.
At her request cremation has taken place.
Services will be held at a later date in
Scarborough, Ontario. In honour of Eileen's
memory donations may be made to the Cancer
Society or a charity of one's choice.

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Raymond Flemming

Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Passed in: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Passed on: February 1st, 2012

Ray was born in New Waterford, N.S., the son of
Michael A. and Helen (Despres) Flemming. In 1960,
he moved to Calgary, where he married, reared his
children and died suddenly on Feb. 1, 2012.
Strathmore became home, after retirement from the
Alberta Correctional Service, Calgary Remand
Centre.
Ray is survived by his wife, a hometown girl, the
former Elizabeth McMullin and his cherished
daughters, Lynn (Michael) Amann and Jennifer
(Alcide) Flamand; he was the much beloved Papa of
Monika Amann and Lyle and Tyler Flamand. He will
be missed by his two older brothers, Michael
(Jean) of Sydney, George (Norma) of Saskatoon and
sister-in-law, Margie of Truro.
Ray was predeceased by sisters, Carmel Kosman,
Leila Given Hart, Barbara Flemming and Marcia
Coleman; brothers, Charles and Ian 'Nip'.
Ray loved to sing, especially with the "sing-son"
group in Calgary, around the campfire in
Invermere and at the "happy hours" in Yuma,
Arizona. The Columbia Valley and surrounding
mountains were his spiritual home but the warmth
of the American southwest desert called to him,
even on his final day. His resounding "All
Right!" was heard often throughout the years,
mostly in response to someone else's singing but
also at concerts and even at graduation and
wedding ceremonies. Like most golfers, Ray could
hit some brilliant shots and miss many others.
Family and dear friends remember with fondness
the Christmas Eve and Stampede Breakfast
celebrations at the Flemming home. Ray excelled
at his job as the chief swamper in the kitchen
every December 23 and 24. We'll miss you at our
family hugs, Dad.
A memorial mass will be celebrated Tuesday, Feb.
7, 2012, at Sacred Heart Church, 1307-14th St.
SW, Calgary, with interment in the adjoining
Sacred Heart Columbarium.
In lieu of flowers in his memory, Ray would
encourage you to share a special candlelight
dinner with those you love.

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Charles Brian Power

Born In: New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: October 25th, 1946

Passed in: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Passed on: February 1st, 2012

It is with great sadness that we announce the
passing of our brother, uncle, and cousin Charles
Brian Power, of Toronto, on Feb. 1, 2012 at St.
Michael's Hospital, with family by his side.
Born in New Waterford on Oct., 25, 1946, he was
the son of the late Patrick 'Patty' and Stella
(MacPherson) Power.
Brian is survived by brothers, Cyril (Margie)
Power and Johnny (Leona) Power; sisters, Kathleen
'Babs' Hareguy and Jean LeMoine.
Brian was predeceased by his parents; his ex
wife, Theresa; brothers, Joe, Kevin, Pat, Leo,
Finlay and James (in infancy); sisters, TC
(Theresa Perfect), Maureen Chiasson and Patricia
(in infancy).
A memorial service will be held at Rosar-Morrison
Funeral Home, Toronto on Feb. 8, 2012, at 9 a.m.
A private graveside service for Charles Brian
will be held at a later date in Cape Breton.
Condolences may be sent to http://www.rosar-morrison.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to
Seaton House - Annex Harm Reduction Program,
Attn: Pauline Chung, 339 George Street, Toronto,
Ont., M5A 2N2.

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Paul Dauphinee

Passed in: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada
Passed on: January 25th, 2012

It is with broken hearts that we announce the
sudden passing of our dear husband, father, son,
brother and uncle, Paul Dauphinee on Jan. 25,
2012, while at work in Fort McMurray.
He was a resident of Fort McMurray since 1981. He
currently worked for Car Macks, Union of
Operating Engineers, Local 955 as health and
safety officer.
Born in Glace Bay on Sept. 12, 1957, he was the
son of Matilda (Tillie Dunn) Dauphinee and the
late Omar Dauphinee of Dominion. He was a former
member of Immaculate Conception parish,
Bridgeport.
Paul loved anything to do with the outdoors. He
loved to fish, boating, camping, snowshoeing and
other activities. His greatest pleasure was
spending time in his beloved Cape Breton where he
had planned to retire in the near future. Paul
was well known for his hospitality. He would find
a place for any Caper or Newfie who went to Fort
McMurray to help them get a start there and was
instrumental in helping many to find work there.
"Paul's smile and the twinkle in his eye are a
treasure which we will hold dear to our hearts
forever."
Paul is survived by his loving wife, Anna Marie
(Stubbert), formerly of Gardiner Mines; his much
loved children, Matt (Ashleigh) and Christina
(fiancé, Tyler Baker). He is also survived by 10
sisters and four brothers, Corrine (Mike)
Mischiek; Gerard (Jan); Lynn Dauphinee-Dodd;
Nancy (Owen) Brown; Omar (Lois); Rosemary
(Derrick) MacNamara; Diane (Frank Kilgar); Sharon
(Doug) MacKenzie; Donna (Garry Kenny); Marquette
(Danise McNeil); Patricia (Ernie) Bishop; Carol,
Allen and Kelly Dauphinee as well as many
brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and
nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his
mother-in-law, Betty Stubbert, Gardiner and was
predeceased by his father-in-law, Bobby Stubbert
on Jan. 31, 2001 as well as his Da, Omar
Dauphinee on Oct. 15, 2011.
A Celebration of Life and reception was held in
Fort McMurray at St. Paul's church hall on Jan.
31, 2012, largely attended by his co-workers and
many friends. There will be no visitation.
Cremation has taken place. A funeral mass will be
held at Immaculate Conception Church on Monday,
Feb. 6 at 11 a.m. with Fr. Danny Boudreau
officiating. A reception will follow in the
parish hall. Burial will be at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of
Curry's Funeral Home, Glace Bay.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Heart and Stroke Foundation or any food bank or
St. Vincent de Paul Society.
"Those who are much loved never truly leave us.
He will be in our hearts forever."

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Norma M. (Maxner) Sager
Brantford, Ont.

Passed away peacefully after a brief illness at
the Brantford General Hospital, on Tuesday, Jan.
24, 2012, in her 77th year.
Beloved wife of Jack. Loving mother of Joyce
Nearing ( Richard), Joanne Yetman ( John),
Jeannette Mackinnon ( Tony), James Maxner, John
Maxner, ' Dolly' Evelyn Bayes, Fred Maxner (
Sandra), Mae Yarrow, Carla Maxner (Chris), Rick
Sager (Crystal) and John Sager ( Angie). Devoted
grandmother of 17 grandchildren and 12 great-
grandchildren. She is survived by her sisters,
Dolores ' Dolly' Quinn (the late Leo), and Ada
Macdonald ( Vindy) and her brother- in- law,
Martin Mackinnon.
Predeceased by her parents, Graham and Ella
Mortimer, her son, Ronald Robert and her sisters,
Gloria Mackinnon and Iylah Cormier. She will be
fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and
friends.
Friends will be received at the Hill & Robinson
Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 30 Nelson St.,
Thursday from 3- 5 and 7- 9 p. m. and Friday from
10- 11 a. m. A funeral service will follow in the
chapel on Friday at 11 a. m. Rev. Bob Tees
officiating.
Donations to the ALS Society of Canada or a
charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Online condolences, donations, and service
details will be available at www.
hillandrobinson. com.

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Cape Breton Deaths courtesy of CBGHA http://www.cbgen.org

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