212 announcements for V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home (New Waterford)

Gopal Maindiratta

Born: 27/11/1931

Passed on: 14/05/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Gopal Maindiratta, 81 of New Waterford, N.S., passed away peacefully with his family by his bedside on May 14, 2013. Born in India on Nov. 27, 1931, he was the son of the late Inder Bhan and Nihal Devi (nee Kalra) Maindiratta. Gopal worked as a teacher in different schools in India, Ethiopia and Nova Scotia including Cape Breton and New...

Daniel McEachern

Passed on: 12/05/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our brother Daniel McEachern on Sunday, May 12, at New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Dan and Ida (Clements) McEachern. Daniel worked in No. 12 and Lingan mines for 40 years until his retirement. He was a member of the Army, Navy, Airforce and...

Joann Gallant

Passed on: 30/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with great sadness we, the family, announce the sudden passing of our mother, Joann Marie Gallant on April 30, 2013. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Dan Willie and Jennie (Burke) McNeil. She was a member of the former St. Michael's parish, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. In earlier years, Joann enjoyed...

Florence MacDonald

Born In: Inverness, Canada

Passed on: 26/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with deep sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Florence MacDonald, 92, of New Waterford on April 26, 2013, at home. Born in Inverness, she was a daughter of the late Archie and Jessie (MacKinnon) MacIsaac. A devout catholic with strong faith, Florence was a loyal member of the former St. Agnes Church, currently the Parish...

George Lamey

Born: 27/08/1922

Passed on: 24/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

George Lamey passed away peacefully on April 24, 2013 at the Glace Bay Hospital. George was the eldest son of the late Joseph and Mary Ann (Nicholson) Lamey. Born on August 27, 1922 in New Victoria, he grew up on Upper Daley Road and went to work at DEVCO at the age of 18. He joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1942 and briefly served at Fort...

John James Hall

Passed on: 09/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of John James Hall, 55, of New Waterford on April 9, 2013, at the New Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of Winnie (Slaney) Hall and the late John ‘Big Dan’ Hall. John was mechanically inclined and used his knowledge to work on several vehicles over the years. He also put...

Daniel 'Gunter' Richardson

Passed on: 04/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

We, the family, regret to announce the passing of Daniel Spencer Richardson, 36, of New Waterford on April 4, 2013. Born in Sydney, he was a son of Roy Richardson and Cindy (MacDonald) Latham. Danny was a chef for 17 years working at the Bonnie Prince and more recently, the Holiday Inn in Sydney. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and sports;...

Annie McEachern

Passed on: 05/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great and great-great-grandmother, Annie Isabel McEachern. Annie peacefully passed away at her home on Friday April 5, 2013, with her loving family by her side. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Joe and Ada MacIntyre. Annie was a member of the...

Victor LeMoine

Passed on: 02/04/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Victor Joseph LeMoine, 81, of Scotchtown on April 2, 2013 at home. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Archie and Victoria (Deruelle) LeMoine. Victor was a member of the former St. Michael's parish, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard. He was a coal miner for 27 years...

Carol (Nearing) Yuhasz

Passed on: 29/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear sister, friend and companion, Carol. God called her home to be with Mom and Dad in heaven on March 29, 2013. Carol, always up to the task, agreed to lend a hand and went where she was needed most, so she left her earthly body and set her spirit free to climb the heavens to be by...

Robert Durando

Passed on: 29/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

We regret to announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather and husband, Robert J. Durando on Tuesday, March 26, 2013. Born in New Waterford, Robbie was a son of the late Catherine (MacPhee) and Louis Durando. Robbie was employed with Devco and loved his life as a coal miner. He was a kind and compassionate man who loved to surround...

Debbie Gillis

Passed on: 26/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Debbie Ann Gillis, 52, of Hinchey Avenue, New Waterford on March 26, 2013, at the New Waterford Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of Norma (McDonald) and the late Dougie Hurley. Debbie was a member of St. Leonard's parish, New Waterford. She was employed with...

Angus Henry

Born: 19/04/1960

Passed on: 17/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Angus. Angus is survived by his four children, Angus (Laura), Kingston, Ont., Raymond (Jennifer), Gagetown, N.B., Kimberly, Shilo, Man., and Christopher, Fredericton, N.B. along with his seven grandchildren. Angus is also survived by his mom, Rose; sisters, Frances MacCormick and Rose Henry;...

Benny Leadbeater

Born: 18/03/2013

Passed on: 16/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Benny Leadbeater, 78, of Sunset Drive, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at his home. Born in New Waterford, he was the son of the late Thomas and Mary Jane (Duffney) Leadbeater. Benny retired from Lingan Mine after 38 years of service. He was a member of All Saints Anglican Church. Some of his interests included, going for drives,...

Shirley MacLeod

Passed on: 14/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

On Thursday, March 14, 2013, my beautiful wife, Shirley, left this world leaving behind a huge void in my life. I, Carlie, her husband, have lost my soulmate and the love of my life. Born in New Waterford, Shirley was the daughter of the late Charles and Jennie (Nearing) McNeil. Shirley was a faithful and devout member of the former St. Agnes...

Marlene Ann Griffin

Passed on: 06/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Marlene Ann Griffin, 59, at home on March 6, 2013. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Bernadette McGillivary. Marlene was employed with Sears Canada in Ontario for several years and moved home to work at Servicemaster. She was a member of the former...

Marlene Griffin

Passed on: 06/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Marlene Ann Griffin, age 59, of 14th Street, New Waterford, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013. The funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, New Waterford.

Frances 'Bernice' McNeil

Passed on: 02/03/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of our loving mother Bernice McNeil, age 78. Bernice passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2013, in New Waterford at the home of her granddaughter Holly. Born in Reserve Mines, Bernice was the daughter of the late Alex and Annie Mae (McNeil) Gallant. Her family was her pride and joy and...

Albina 'Bina' Teresa Scople

Passed on: 26/02/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of our dear and special mother on Feb. 26, 2013, at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Edith (Durando) Gatto. Bina was a member of the former Mount Carmel parish, currently the Parish Church of St. Leonard....

Stephen MacNeil Petrie

Passed on: 17/02/2013

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Stephen MacNeil Petrie, 80, passed away at home on Feb. 17, 2013. He was the son of the late Patrick and Irene (MacIvar) Petrie, New Waterford. Stephen was a retired welder and a member of Local 682. He was an avid reader who also enjoyed fishing. Stephen had a great interest and love of children. Surviving are his wife, Verna (MacMullin)...