Sydney, NS July 19, 1947 - January 21, 2026 With heartfelt sadness and deep sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Joan Ross Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the Cove Guest Home, Sydney, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 19, 1947, in Port Saunders, NL, she was a daughter of the late James and Rita (Coles) Gould. Mom lit up every room she entered with her beautiful, contagious smile. The special mother/daughter bond that she and Shelley shared was based on a l

Sydney Mines, NS September 12, 1934 - January 06, 2026 Leslie James “Les” MacLean of Sydney Mines, age 91, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on January 6, 2026. Born on September 12, 1934, in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, Les was the son of the late Charles B. MacLean and Gladys (Green) MacLean. Les began his career working in the office at the Bras d’Or Coal Company in Florence. He later transitioned to Eastern Light and Power, where he became Head of Customer Servic

Sydney, NS January 10, 1932 - January 08, 2026 It is with great sadness that we, the family of Margaret Gladys MacDonald, announce the passing of a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, and friend on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney. Born on January 10, 1932, in Sydney, Margaret was a daughter of the late Robert and Rosella (Lundrigan) Parsons and stepdaughter of the late Isabel (Sheppard) Parsons of Whitney Pier. She was a faithful m

Sydney, NS August 30, 1952 - January 03, 2026 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arnold Douglas Walsh on January 3, 2026, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care, Sydney. Born in Sydney on August 30, 1952, he was the son of the late Ray and Jean (Powell) Walsh. Arnold is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol Ann (Martin); daughter, Victoria Walsh and son-in-law, Thomas Clarke, Sydney; sisters, Brenda Walsh and Heather Walsh, both of Sydney; and numerous nieces a

Sydney, NS December 27, 2025 It is with great sadness and love that we, the family announce the passing of Charlie Murray Walsh at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the age of 74. Charlie was predeceased by his parents, Sidney and Mildred (Cleveland) Walsh, and brothers, David (Nancy), and Ira Walsh. Charlie is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon (Gale) Walsh; daughter, Jennifer Walsh; grandchildren, Kayla, Victoria, and Patrick Cha

Sydney, NS July 07, 1950 - December 29, 2025 The family of Donald Allister “Donnie” MacLeod, regret to announce his passing on December 29, 2025, at Hospice Cape Breton. Born July 7, 1950, in Sydney, NS he was a son of the late Donald Archibald “Big Donnie” and Neila (Morrison) MacLeod, of Marion Bridge. Donnie grew up and lived his life in his favorite place, Marion Bridge, Cape Breton. After graduating from Riverview, he worked at the Steel Plant, then MT&T/Aliant until his

Sydney, NS June 14, 1938 - December 21, 2025 It is with sadness of heart that we announce the passing on December 21, 2025 of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, William "Bill" John MacPherson. William was born in Sydney on June 14, 1938 to the late Frederick and Margaret (Spencer) MacPherson. William grew up in the Shipyard and attended Sydney Academy. He worked at Eastern Bakeries until his retirement. William enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, country & western

Sydney, NS April 24, 1946 - December 17, 2025 With broken hearts, we, the family, announce the passing of Michael George Latorre on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 79, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Michael was born on April 24, 1946, in Sudbury, ON. He lived in Mississauga for most of his life, but retired in 2017, making beautiful Cape Breton his home. Michael was the cherished son of the late Frank and Nancy Latorre and the devoted husband of Del

Coxheath, NS July 19, 1929 - December 13, 2025 Lloyd Raymond Morrison, 96, of Coxheath, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Northside General Hospital in Cape Breton. Born July 19, 1929, he was the son of the late William and Clara Morrison. Lloyd spent his early childhood on his much-loved family farm in Kempt Head. Like many of his generation, he and his family moved to the United States in search of work. He lived throughout the mid-west states and t

Sydney, NS January 05, 1952 - December 09, 2025 With sadness, love and respect, our family announces the death of Kerry Wyman White on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He passed peacefully surrounded by his family. Kerry was born in Sydney to the late Tom and Marjorie White. He was raised in Sydney River and Coxheath, attending Riverview Rural High School and Acadia University. After leaving university, Kerry went to work at Rudderham’s Well Drilling. He was a well driller, pump te

Whitney Pier, NS December 4, 2025 Lloyd Alexander MacPherson, age 91, lived a life filled with love, kindness, and quiet strength. On Thursday, December 4, 2025, surrounded by love, Lloyd wrapped up a life well lived. He brought warmth, humour, and steadiness into the world, and those gifts will remain with us. Born in Sydney, to parents Allan and Sara (MacDonald) MacPherson, Lloyd was the eldest of fourteen children. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Helen (M

Gardiner Mines, NS August 14, 1946 - December 01, 2025 It is with immense sadness and broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Barbara Josephine Morrison (Currie). Barbara passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Bridgeport, Barbara was the daughter of the late Marion (Currie) and Pat Dowie. She remained close with

Sydney, NS December 1, 2025 After more than a decade of fighting a brain tumour and exhausting her treatment options, Sylvia Jane Burrow, professor in the Department of Humanities at Cape Breton University, chose to end her life with medical assistance on December 1, 2025, at the age of 56. Born in Winnipeg in 1969, Sylvia grew up in St. John’s, Newfoundland. A devoted mother to Sophia Adele McCarville Burrow, she is also survived by her brothers, William Ashton Burrow, Timot

New Waterford, NS July 9, 1954 - November 23, 2025 The family of Anthony Louis Feltrin, regret to announce his passing on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in Hospice Cape Breton. Born July 9, 1954, in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Mario and Erma Feltrin. Anthony was a member of St. Agnes Parish, New Waterford and retired from Canada Post. He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Peggy” (MacInnis) Feltrin; sons, Anthony and Christopher Feltrin; stepsons, Tony and Jason Dawe

Sydney Mines, NS October 14, 1959 - November 16, 2025 It is with great sadness that we regret to announce the passing of Deborah Annette Gillard (Pattingale) on Sunday November 16, 2025. Debbie was born and raised in Point Aconi and later resided in Sydney Mines . Debbie worked as a security officer on the Northside for many years. She took pride in caring for others as a personal care giver. She enjoyed the company of her family and friends. She has also been known to belt a

Sydney, NS August 7, 1942 - November 14, 2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie Eustine Halloran on November 14, 2025, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney on August 7, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Wasyl and Mary (Yurchesyn) Furdas. Marie is survived by her loving husband, Karl; son, Barry (Sheila), Sydney; daughter, Monica (Jim) Gallivan, Sydney; sisters, Ruby Antle, Barrie, ON and Natalie (Vince) MacLean, Sydney

Sydney, NS January 20, 1931 - November 9, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Annie Elizabeth Bonnell on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 94. After a long battle with dementia, she passed peacefully at the Cove Guest Home surrounded by family. We would like to give our heartfelt thanks to the County Homemakers and the Cove Guest Home staff for their wonderful care. Born in Sydney on January 20, 1931, Anne was the daughter

Whitney Pier, NS November 12, 2025 It is with great sadness that the family of Guido DeGiobbi, age 88, of Whitney Pier, announce he passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. A proud member of the Whitney Pier community, Guido owned and operated Victoria Lunch for 25 years, where he welcomed friends and neighbors. Guido was predeceased by his parents, Angelo and Anna (Nemis) DeGiobbi; wife, Beatri

Whitney Pier, NS December 28, 1954 - November 10, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Paul) Hennick, who left us peacefully on November 10, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on December 28, 1954, Paul was a man of many talents and even more heart. He had a gift for fixing anything he set his mind to and was happiest with a tool in hand, working on cars or tackling a new project. Paul loved the simple joys in life—heading out for a day of fishing, c

Sydney, NS November 3, 1932 - November 6, 2025 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our sister, Elsie Rose MacLeod at Cape Breton Regional Hospital on November 6, 2025, just three days past her 93rd birthday. Elsie was born in Grand Anse, Richmond County, to the late Ida and Kitchener Harnish. She graduated from St. Peters High School and the Provincial Normal college, one of the youngest people to do so. She taught in schools in St. Peters, Sampsonville an