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Digby, NS February 10, 1942 - September 5, 2024 LEWIS, Verna Ruth ~ Age 82, of Digby, formerly of South Range, NS, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, in Tideview Terrace, Digby. Born in Hill Grove, NS, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Dorothy (Wright) McCullough.Verna loved people so much that her family often teased her about it. She enjoyed entertaining and her daughters remember growing up with what seemed like a constant house full of company at mealtime. Known for her exceptional baking and cooking, Verna was especially famous for her doughnuts and homemade bread. She spent many hours quilting, sewing, knitting, and doing crossword puzzles. Verna had a great sense of humor and was always ready to lend a hand to family or community members in need. She adored her husband Keith and cherished their time together at the camp, on day trips, and fishing. As a homemaker, Verna poured her heart and soul into creating a cozy and loving home for her family. She worked hard alongside Keith on the fur farm, in the garden, and in the woods whenever necessary. Verna was a lifelong member of the South Range Christian Church, and her relationship with Jesus was of great importance to her. She hoped that all her family would develop their own relationship with Jesus and was known as a prayer warrior who prayed for others' needs. In 2021, Verna and her family made the difficult decision to move to Tideview Terrace, where she received wonderful care. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff for the love and support they provided, particularly those who prayed and sang with her. Verna is survived by her daughters, Kathleen (Craig) Glavin of Weymouth; and Darlene (Gene) D’Eon of South Range; her sisters, Alice White of Hampton, ON; and Linda (Vernon) Sabean of Weymouth North; her brother, Arnold (Betty) McCullough of Fredericton; grandchildren, Nick (Morgan) Glavin, Jenna (Justin) Gaudett, Keith (Tarissa) D’Eon, and Bee (Matt) Stanton; her special great-grandsons, Lincoln, Craig, and Lewis; and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her soulmate and husband, Keith. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Sunday, September 8, 2024, in South Range Christian Church, 3901 Sissiboo Road, as well as the funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, September 9, 2024, with Pastor Craig Glavin officiating. A reception will follow the service. Private family interment will be in South Range Cemetery. Donations in Verna’s memory may be made to South Range Christian Church or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.

Halifax, NS September 6, 2024 The family of the late Lorna Stevens (nee Eisan) is heartbroken to announce her passing on September 6, 2024, at Hospice Halifax.  She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Lorna spent much of her life in service to others.   As an original member of the Rocky Road Housing Cooperative, she gave hundreds of hours of assistance to affordable housing.  An Eco-Warrior, she staunchly defended environmental causes in hopes that future generations could enjoy the beauty of nature as she had.  She was proud of her 25 years of service at the Diagnostics and Imaging Department of the IWK, and, maintained many of the friendships from her years there. She was fiercely independent and strong yet also compassionate and caring.  She missed her calling as a politician, a topic that shouldn’t be mentioned unless you had a comfortable chair.  Lorna could also make us laugh ourselves silly with her stories of her childhood or a recent trip to the grocery store.  However, the very most important thing to her, was her family, whom she loved and cared for dearly. She is survived by her children Wendy Williams (David), Marlene Meers (David) and James Stevens (Julie Coleman) as well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She is also survived by siblings Mary Pyke, Anne Bona, Jane Hawes (Lloyd), Paul Eisan (Isabel MacDonald) and several nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Mark, parents Lorne and Mary Eisan, brother James and sisters Helen and Jean. Special thanks to the caring and professional staff at Hospice Halifax who went above and beyond for her.  We feel truly blessed by their support.   A Celebration of Life will be held in her honor on Sunday, September 15 f rom 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at St. Margarets of Scotland Parish Hall, 3751 Robie Street, Halifax. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Halifax.

Eastern Passage, NS June 15, 1953 – September 1, 2024 It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Hal Doucette peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 1, 2024.   He is survived by his son David (Michelle) Doucette and daughter Amanda (Paul) MacIntyre as well as his stepchildren Josh (Sarah) Michaud and Jenna Michaud.  His brothers Wallace (Marlaine) Doucette and Rick Doucette.  His sisters Linda DeWolfe, Madeline, and Bernice.  Sister-in laws Barb Doucette and Gail DeWolfe.   His grandchildren Breanna Doucette, Zachary Doucette, Evan Gray, Emily Michaud, Jacob Michaud and several nieces and nephews.  Also his first wife and friend for life Janice Hemeon.  He is predeceased by his wife Arlene (McMullen) Doucette, father and mother Daniel and Beatrice (McKay) DeWolfe, brothers Carmen DeWolfe and Billy Doucette. As a young man he worked for Fairey Aviation before moving into a position in housekeeping at the Nova Scotia Hospital where he would spend the next 30+ years keeping people on their toes and making many longtime friends.  Hal was a social bug and since he knew so many people you could always count on him for the latest news and updates and information from the obits.  He was a very active person through his life and enjoyed cards, crib, horseshoes, darts, and of course watching his Toronto Blue Jays.   The Eastern Passage Legion was his home away from home and he could often be found there regaling tales and having drinks with his friends who many were like his second family. He loved his family deeply and was a loyal friend and his presence will be sorely missed by all who knew him.  A memorial service will be held 12 pm (noon ) Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Eastern Passage. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion in Eastern Passage.

Sydney, NS September 4th, 2024 It is with great sadness that the family of David Jean AuCoin, 69, of Englishtown, announce his passing on September 4th, 2024, at home. Born in Glace Bay, he was the son of Stephen “Beef” AuCoin and Norma (Hodder) AuCoin. David grew up in Glace Bay before moving to Westmount where he raised his son, Christopher David James Ford. He spent over 25 years driving a truck for Coca Cola and then Pepsi all over Cape Breton. He was known to many as Pepsi Dave. For over 20 years, David worked for Carabins and Transoverland, driving the bus for many sports teams all over Eastern Canada and the United States. He drove the bus for The Cape Breton Eagles, The Cape Breton West Islanders U18, the Sydney Mitsubishi Rush, just to name a few, with many of these groups requesting “Davey” by name. David’s work in Halifax led him to meeting the love of his life, Connie. David, Connie and their son, Angus Shaun MacAskill AuCoin, moved to Englishtown from Fort McMurray in 2009. David could be found on any sunny day with a beer in his hand on their front patio overlooking St. Ann’s Bay. However, David’s favourite spot was on his boat, even if that boat was still parked on his beach, because as many can attest, who live in Englishtown, David and the water didn’t always see eye to eye. Everyone who knew David knew that his pride and joy and his greatest achievement in life are his two sons. Nothing gave David more joy than watching Christopher ski the slopes and Angus playing hockey. Loved and missed by his wife, Connie MacAskill; his sons, Christopher Ford and Angus AuCoin; his mother, Norma; his sister, Donna (Dave) MacDougall; his sister, Gina (Dave) Doleman; his brother, Allan (Anne); and his brother, Michael. David was pre-deceased by his father, Stephen (Beef) and his brother, Stephen (Tebo). Also remembering him fondly are his father-in-law, Angus MacAskill; his mother-in-law, Marion MacAskill; his brothers-in-law, Larry (Shawna); Lester (Dolena); his sisters-in-law, Melanie (Craig); and Roberta (Michael), as well as his extended family of nephews, nieces, many cousins, and lifelong friends. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in his memory to the Englishtown Volunteer Fire Department at englishtownfire@gmail.com “I’m alright ‘cause I have you here with me And I can almost see through the dark there is light If you knew how much this moment means to me And how long I’ve waited for your touch If you knew how happy you are making me I’ve never thought that I’d love anyone so much Feels like home to me”

Eskasoni, NS November 3, 1946 - August 26, 2024 It is with heavy hearts and great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Mom, Grandma, Sister, Aunt, and Friend, Marion Louise Denny (Francis) on August 26th, 2024, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Marion was born on November 3, 1946, to the late Chief Charles A. Francis and Mary Elizabeth Francis (Gloade). Marion was a member of the Holy Family Parish. She loved her pilgrimages to St. Anne De Beaupre in Quebec and St. Ann’s Mission in Chapel Island. Marion married the love of her life, Keptin Leonard Peter Denny on July 22nd, 1967, and together they had five children; Sharon, Leonard Jr., Keptin Leon (Yolanda), Levi (Shelley), and Clara (Wesley). Leonard sadly passed away on June 2nd, 1983, with his beautiful family left to mourn. Mom’s unwavering devotion to raising her family, and ensuring she raised them well, was unmatched. She was an extremely proud Mom to her Babies and believed in spoiling her Grandbabies. Her love was truly unconditional, and she opened her home to many others throughout the years, including helping with the raising of her grandbabies, Jessie, Larry-Levi, Petey, and Booboo. Along with her loving children, Grandma Jown is survived by her grandchildren (“my babies” as she’d say); Jessie (Skyler), Len Scott (Valene), Megan (Cass), Lee Chuck (Jennifer), Cady Malia’n, Aurianne, Larry-Levi (Stephanie), Cayden, Petey, Kassidy (John), Lindros (Kat), Levi Jr. “BigGuy”, Liam, Leon “Juny” (Abigail), Layne Charlie Charlie (Aleigha), Brooklyn “Booboo”, Sasheen, Isabel, Kellsey Kelly, Joelle, and Ivy; and great-grandchildren- Kalolin Je’ni Skye, Roslyn, Lenny, Leelen, Leia, Royalty, Lyrik, Lenden, Maylyn, Linkin, Qospem, Lee Ji’j, Malia’n, Lemieux, Aleigh, Arie, Acelynn, Larry “Bro”, Adalynn, James, Kassie, Lizzy, John, Aurora, Elora, Leighton, Luke, and Lenayah. Grandma was predeceased by two special angels- Lytnen Denny and Caslyn Gould. Marion is survived by her siblings- Gerald (Mabel), Paul K, her right-hand woman and bestfriend Sandra (Ken), Charles Jr., Barry (Eicka), and baby sister Jeanette. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by siblings, Carolann, Shirley, Dennis, Lena, Margie, Marion Paul, Lena Joe, and Blair. Mom had numerous godchildren- Walter Jr “Wally”, George “Tex”, Lenora, Jason “Jex”, Melissa, Gerard, Amanda, Melanie, Ann, Elyse, and Madeleine Sugar Poulette. Marion worked hard to provide for her family, taking on many roles, and was devoted to helping others along the way. She was a proud Eskasoni Band Councilor for 8-years in Ward 1 but proudly served the entire community. She also previously worked at the former adult vocational training centre as a teacher and mentor to her students. She was also a former board member of various organizations including the Unama’ki Tribal Police and Health Board. She previously worked with the Union of Nova Scotia Indians (serving two terms as Vice President), and Eskasoni Economic Development. Mom/Grandma Jown will be especially missed for her quick-witted humor, and fierce support for those she loved. We knew we could do anything we put our minds to, because Mom always made us believe that we could. Mom truly missed her best friends that passed before her and is now no doubt enjoying a feisty game of “watchugot” with them, especially Mary Jane Dennis. Visitation for Marion Denny will begin after 7p.m. on Thursday, September 12th, 2024, at her residence and family home on 23 Yarrow Lane, Eskasoni. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, at Holy Family Parish, with Fr. Antolin Asor and Deacon Tom Sylliboy officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Salite and Meal will follow at the Sarah Denny Cultural Centre. The family would like to thank the Palliative Care Nurses and Doctors, Dr. Todd, as well as the excellent CCA Workers, especially Stephanie Christmas, for their unwavering care and love for our Mom. Special thank you to her right-hand woman and loving daughter, Sharon, for the beautiful care and love provided to Mom, and all those who helped along the way.

Sydney, NS August 9, 1936 – September 4, 2024 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Henry Launay on Wednesday September 4, 2024 at the age of 88 surrounded by family. He was a loving husband, incredible father, proud grandfather, and true friend to many. Henry is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Beverly Launay; children David (Linda), Brian (Jodi), and Deanne (Gary); grandchildren Bj(Lindsay), Amy(Aaron), Evan, and Avery; great grandchildren Jordan, Bryson, Isabella, and Carter; sister Edna, brother and sister in law Bill and Jane. He is predeceased by his mother Ann Devoe and his brother Jim Launay. Henry had an infinite love and pride for his family. He was a loyal and dedicated employee for CO-OP Building supplies for 30+ years as a millwright and a founding member of the Coxheath Volunteer Fire Department for 65 years. He was an active member of the community and quick to lend a hand wherever he was needed. He had a strong passion for the game of golf and bowling. Henry loved cheering for the Toronto Maple Leafs and Blue Jays. He touched many lives with his infectious positive attitude and hearty laugh. He will be greatly missed by many. Special thank you to the staff of Harbourstone Enhanced Care and The Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the care Henry received. Visitation will be on Tuesday September 10, 2024 from 6-9pm at TW Curry Parkview Chapel at 755 George St, Sydney NS. Funeral Service will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, Sept. 11 also at TW Curry Parkview Chapel with Fr. Conrad Edwards officiating. Forever we will feel your strength and carry you in our hearts, till we see you again.

Sydney, NS April 11, 1954 - August 26, 2024 We, the family of Kenneth William MacAulay, regret to announce his passing on Monday, August 26, 2024, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born April 11, 1954, in Sydney, he was a son of the late Malcolm and Mary (Hollahan) MacAulay. Next to his loving wife, Kenny’s children and grandchildren were his pride and joy. Kenny was a kid at heart with a nickname for everyone. He loved to play sports (an athlete), dance and make everyone laugh. You could regularly find him on a golf course or walking the streets and trails around Sydney. He is survived by his wife, Natalie (Dilny) MacAulay; daughter, Cheryl (Steven) Charron; son, Kenny (Michelle) MacAulay; grandchildren, Victoria, Rebecca, Lauren, Harper and Avrey; sisters, Debbie (Calvin) Brown, Colleen MacAulay (Hugh MacLeod), Donna Weatherbee and Linda (Reid) MacInnis; and brothers, Rossey, Robert (Susan) and Allan. In addition to his parents, Kenny was predeceased by his daughter, Kimberly Ann (in infancy) and brother, Gary. Cremation has taken place under the care of Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held in Sydney Memorial Chapel on Thursday, August 29th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Evo DiPierro officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. “Until we meet again, Billy Bob, we love you!” - Ruthy

North River, NS August 28, 2024 Patricia Colleen "Pat" Clarke-Buchanan – 81, North River, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Stewart and Christina (Cameron) Patton. Pat worked with Department of Community Services for many years. She was active with local elections as a DRO for many years. She always put others ahead of herself, and this was most evident while she provided palliative care for her parents and her husbands. She was loved by all who knew her. She loved to bake and cook and many will remember the great meals that she would prepare for family and friends, not even needing a special occasion to do this on. She enjoyed bowling in earlier years, belonging to various leagues, and in later years especially enjoyed being outdoors, sipping a good cup of tea by the fire. Pat was so happy that she could remain in her own home right up until the time of her death. Pat is survived by her children, Frederick Clarke, North River; Katherine Johansson, Gothenburg, Sweden; granddaughter, Kajsa Johansson, Gothenburg, Sweden; step children, Dennis Buchanan, Bible Hill; Ann (Clayton) Crocker, Onslow Mountain; Mike (Cathy) Buchanan, Harmony; Jason (Laura) Buchanan, Greenfield; step grandchildren, Cheryl Linkletter, McAdam, New Brunswick; Garrett Buchanan, Onslow; Brylin Buchanan, Harmony; Gage Buchanan, Greenfield; step great grandchildren, Jonas Linkletter, McAdam, New Brunswick; Lilly Buchanan, Onslow; many nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was predeceased by her second husband, Leonard Donald Buchanan; first husband, Frederick Keith Clarke; brother, Ronald Patton. If so desired, donations in Pat’s memory to IWK Health Centre Foundation are welcomed.

Dartmouth, NS August 28, 2024 BLACK, Margaret Shirlie, died peacefully at home on August 28, 2024 in her 91st year. Shirlie was born in Bracebridge, Ontario to the late Verna and William Armour and raised in Willowdale, Ontario. She is survived by her beloved husband of 66 years, the Rev. Canon Charles Black, her children Richard (Zenia, Abbotsford BC), Michael (Calgary, AB), Maureen (Dan Allen, Newmarket ON), Cathy Aspinall (Dartmouth NS), Peter (Carrie-Ann Smith, Brookside NS), and her grandchildren Kelsey Lee, Brennan Black, Christopher Spano, Ryan Aspinall (Lydia) and Leah Aspinall. A graduate of the Toronto Bible College, Shirlie returned to her studies later in life, earning a BA from Mount Saint Vincent University and an MTh from the Atlantic School of Theology. Shirlie was a hospital chaplain, a VON volunteer, a pastoral care worker for St. Andrews Church Cole Harbour, a spiritual director, a member of the Mothers’ Union, was very involved in the Cursillo Movement, was a Trustee of the Canadian Naval Memorial Trust (HMCS Sackville), and a valued contributor to many charitable events. She had a deep interest in the history and genealogy of her family.   Shirlie was a kind, generous and loving person to everyone she met. Cremation has already taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Anglican Church of Saint Andrew Cole Harbour on October 12th at 2 pm with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Andrews Church Cole Harbour or to Feed Nova Scotia.

Sydney, NS April 1, 1938 - September 5, 2024 The family of Patsy Leon, regret to announce her passing on Thursday September 5, 2024, at Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney Born on April 1, 1938, in North Sydney, Patsy was the daughter of the late Patrick and Matilda Currie. Patsy is survived by her husband of 59 years, Joe Leon; her children Lorraine, Karen, Blair (Lynsey) and Dale (George); grandchildren, Paige, Taylor, Logan, Alyssa, Jenna, Annalisa and Max; great-grandchildren, Duke and Riley; sister, Shirley Bourgeois (Pierre), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Patsy was predeceased by her siblings, John (Christina), Grace Walker (Irving), Susie Dixon (George), Patrick, Cyril (Theresa), Michael (Theriza), Jean Maclean (John), Aggie Ramsay, Georgina Whalen (Ron), Pauline Leon (John) and Matilda Bagnell (Albert). Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Church, Westmount with Fr. Douglas Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in parish cemetery. The family gives special thanks to all the nurses, doctors and staff in 4D and Palliative Care of Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home. We’ll miss you Nan and your gravy too

Mahone Bay, NS September 3rd, 2024 Peter John Bernard Bornhym, 93, passed away peacefully September 3rd, 2024. Born in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, he was the son of Peter John Bernard and Henriette Geertrudia (Vos) Bornhym. He is survived by his daughter Patricia Mary, Dartmouth; sister Iet deWitte, Almere, brother Johannes (Hans) and sister in law Barbara (Bep) Bornhym in Amsterdam. He is pre-deceased by wife Helen Marina Wallace. Dad was a Pastry Chef by trade. He immigrated to Canada in 1954 and opened his own bakery in 1959 in Chatham, New Brunswick. He excelled at whatever he put his hand to and had many hobbies. He loved his vegetable garden and tended to it until the day he died. He walked every day and was well known in his community of East River Point. He was an excellent carpenter from building furniture pieces to remodeling the inside of an old school house to become a family home. He had his own painting business in Florida. The kitchen was his happy place and he was always baking, cooking, canning or researching new recipes and methods. For many years he had a small boat and enjoyed being on the water fishing, swimming, or just bobbing along reading a book. He wrote a 50 year autobiography plus two cookbooks and was working on his third. Dad enjoyed talking to people and was known for telling entertaining stories drawn from the events of his life. At the age of 84 he began artistic painting with acrylics and did not let a shattered humerus at the age of 87 stop him from painting; he learned to paint with his other hand and his paintings were as good and better. He had an exhibition of his works at Ross Farm Museum shortly before he passed. He was a wonderful father and will be dearly missed.

Sydney, NS August 25, 2024 It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Adola ‘Betty’ Metcalfe on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the age of 103. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Born in Belle Isle, Newfoundland, Betty was the daughter of the late Albert and Violet (Day) Metcalfe. Early in life Betty moved to Glace Bay where she lived for many years before moving to Sarnia, Ontario. After her daughter’s passing, she moved home to Sydney, where she lived with her niece, Heather Almon and family. At a young age, Betty served with the military during WWII with the Women’s Corps, then later participated with the Legion. She was a life-time member of the Ashby Legion, Sydney. Betty enjoyed her daily visits from her niece, Heather (Edgar), and her daily cup of Tim Hortons tea which she claimed was “the best tea ever made”. Besides her parents, Betty was predeceased by her daughter, Enid; sister, Yvonne, and brothers, John ‘Jack’, and William. Betty is survived by her many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to “My Cape Breton Home for Seniors”, Westmount, and “Arborstone Enhanced Care”, Halifax, for their care of Betty in her time of need. Thanks to the staff of the second floor of Arborstone for the love and care they gave to our aunt Betty whom they referred to as “Grandma”. She will be forever missed by many people. Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Betty Metcalfe will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Monday, September 9, 2024. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. with the memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Jane Keller LLWL officiating. Interment will take place in Greenwood Cemetery, Glace Bay, where she will be laid to rest with her family. In lieu of flowers, Betty asked that donations be made to the SPCA. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.