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

Patrick Leo 'Patty' O'Donnell

Patrick Leo 'Patty' O'Donnell

Passed on: 26/03/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Patrick Leo 'Patty' O'Donnell, 57, of New Waterford, on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Edward and Loretta (Aucoin) O'Donnell. In earlier years, Pat was an avid road and floor hockey player. He...

Clarence "Winky" Musgrave

Clarence "Winky" Musgrave

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with profound sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of a loving husband, father and grandfather, Clarence ‘Winky’ Musgrave on March 24, 2019, at the An Cala Palliative Care Unit, Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 14, 1937, in Sydney, dad was the son of the late Clarence and Martha...

Ralph Blaise Murphy

Ralph Blaise Murphy

Born: 01/10/1955

Passed on: 24/03/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Ralph Blaise Murphy, age 63 passed away at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney on Sunday, March 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glace Bay on October 1, 1955, he was the son of the late Michael and Brenda (MacDonald) Murphy. He grew up in Reserve Mines and proudly served in the Canadian Armed Forces from March 1973 to...

Jeannette MacKinnon

Jeannette MacKinnon

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Jeannette MacKinnon on March 19, 2019, surrounded by her family. Jeannette was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a loving and kind woman with a great sense of humour who cherished time spent with family and friends, especially her grandchildren who...

Arnel Clayton Barrie

Arnel Clayton Barrie

Born: 19/12/1936

Passed on: 13/03/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Arnel Clayton Barrie on March 13, 2019 at the New Waterford Hospital. He was born on December 19, 1936 to his late parents, William and Pearl (Vickers) Barrie of Sydney Mines. He is survived by his dear companion, Darlene Cameron of North Sydney; daughter, Patti Barrie of Alberton,...

Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood

Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood

Born In: New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: 10/02/1942

Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: 28/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with broken hearts, but gratitude for a life well-lived, that we the family, announce the passing of Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood. An intelligent, respected, loving and kind gentleman, Donnie joined our Lord on Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He was 77-years-old. Donnie fought a...

Ernest Joseph "Pops" MacMillan

Ernest Joseph "Pops" MacMillan

Born: 04/03/1937

Passed on: 03/03/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Ernest Joseph “Pops” MacMillan of New Waterford passed away peacefully after a brief illness Sunday March 3, 2019, with his family by his side at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, one day before his 82nd birthday. He was born on March 4, 1937 in New Waterford to the late Arthur and Mary Bernadette “Bernie” (Boudreau) MacMillan. While...

Annie  McEachern

Annie McEachern

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our sister, Annie McEachern on Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 at Maple Hill Manor. Born 1931, in New Waterford, Annie was the daughter of the late Dan and Ida (Clements) McEachern. Annie was very well known throughout the community. She volunteered at Maple Hill Manor for twenty-three years,...

Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood

Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Donald Joseph "Donnie" Blackwood, 77, of Halifax, formerly of New Waterford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Parkstone Enhanced Care in Halifax. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be published in the Cape Breton Post at a later date. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at:...

Tracy Lynn  Lee

Tracy Lynn Lee

Passed on: 26/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with saddened hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Tracy Lynn Lee, 44, of New Waterford on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. Born in Etobicoke, Ontario, she was a daughter of Helen (Kavanaugh) Oliver and the late Thomas Crawford. Tracy had an infectious smile and an even bigger heart. She would do anything for her family and...

Katie Beaton

Katie Beaton

Passed on: 09/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

We regret to announce the death of Katie Beaton, age 97, on February 9, 2019 at New Waterford Heights with her loving family by her side. Born in Poland, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine (Obracay) Topolnicki. Katie was a very devoted member of St. Leonard’s Church and was involved with the CWL. She enjoyed a good game of...

Jean Nicholson

Jean Nicholson

Passed on: 10/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with great sadness the family of Jean Nicholson, 88, announces her passing on February 10, 2019 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital, one month shy of her 89th birthday. Born in New Waterford, she was the youngest daughter of the late Murdoch S. and Catherine McNeil. Jean was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and...

Katie  Beaton

Katie Beaton

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

We regret to announce the death of Katie Beaton on February 9, 2019, age 97 at New Waterford Heights with her loving family by her side. The full obituary will be published at a later date. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. Online condolences may be sent...

Edward Leon 'Eddie' Syms

Edward Leon 'Eddie' Syms

Passed on: 07/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Edward Leon 'Eddie' Syms, 74, on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital surrounded by his fiancée, Margaret and daughter, Shauna. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Benjamin and Alice (Williams) Syms. In younger years, Eddie worked for...

Daniel Brian 'Danny Boy' McKenzie

Daniel Brian 'Danny Boy' McKenzie

Passed on: 02/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Daniel Brian 'Danny Boy' McKenzie on Saturday, February 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Waterford, Danny was a son of the late Thomas and Irene (Dieltgens) McKenzie. In earlier years, he was employed at Burke's Furniture. Danny enjoyed watching hockey...

Theresa Catherine Walzak

Theresa Catherine Walzak

Passed on: 01/02/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with great sadness the family of Theresa Catherine Walzak (nee MacKinnon) announces her passing on February 1, 2019, surrounded by her loving family at The New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in Dunakin (Glencoe) on April 25, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Cassie (MacQuarrie) MacKinnon. Theresa was a loving...

Harry  Corbett

Harry Corbett

Passed on: 29/01/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

Harry Corbett died on January 29, 2019 at the New Waterford Consolidated Hospital. Born in Dominion, he was a son of the late Jim and Katie (Sampson) Corbett. He spent most of his working life with Dominion Coal Company and Devco. He is survived by his wife, Lorna (MacNeil); daughter, Karen (Dave Campbell); sons, John (Cathy) and Paul...

Brenda Marie MacNeil

Brenda Marie MacNeil

Passed on: 24/01/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Brenda Marie MacNeil, 57, of New Victoria on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in New Waterford, she was a daughter of the late Malcolm and Margaret (MacKinnon) MacNeil. Brenda was a cook with the Canadian Military for over 20 years. She...

Alvin Vincent MacGillivray

Alvin Vincent MacGillivray

Passed on: 24/01/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is sadness we announce the passing of Alvin Vincent MacGillivary, 57, of Glace Bay, formerly of New Waterford, on Thursday, January 24, 2019. Born in New Waterford, he was a son of the late Dan and Bernadette (Keigan) McGillivary. In younger years, Alvin enjoyed playing hockey and attending local basketball games, especially the Coal Bowl...

Tena LaTulippe

Tena LaTulippe

Passed on: 13/01/2019

Published in the Cape Breton Post.

It is with much sadness that we share with you the news of Tena’s peaceful passing on Sunday, January 13, 2019 surrounded by those most important to her; her children, grandchildren and extended family members. Born Ann Christena MacKinnon, but known fondly to everyone as Tena, she was 74 years old. Mom was the daughter of the late Charles...

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