Michael MacMullin
Born: September 21st, 1926
Passed in: Beaver Cove
Passed on: October 3rd, 2013
With family members by his side Michael B. MacMullin, Beaver Cove passed away peacefully on October 3rd, 2013 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital,
Sydney.
Born September 21st, 1926, he was the only son of the late Flora (MacNeil) and Joseph Mac Mullin of Beaver Cove. A prominent community figure Michael served on committees of Boisdale Volunteer Fire Department, former Boisdale Co-op Society, Community
Development Association, former Grand Narrows and District Board of Trade, the Boisdale Historical Society and the Progressive Conservative Party of Nova Scotia. Michael was a member of St. Andrew’s Parish in Boisdale and served for many years on Parish Council. Michael had the
proud distinction of being the last surviving founding member of the Boisdale Serenity Group of Alcoholics Anonymous. He was truly dedicated
and worked tirelessly not only on behalf of his own group but enjoyed and supported fellowship groups in surrounding communities and across
Cape Breton Island. He never waivered in sharing experiences, strengths, hopes and a few words of encouragement with those whom he felt were
searching for a life of peace and serenity. His interest in politics, sports, community history and family genealogy made for many spirited and humorous sessions at his family table or sunroom. Michael was employed in construction work for several years and retired
in 1991 as highway foreman from the Department of Transportation, Sydney River. While there he made many lasting friendships.
Michael is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty ('Doris' Campbell) and his children; Gregory (Valerie); Dartmouth, Wilma (Dougie) MacLeod;
Shenacadie, Allison (Maxine); Stewiacke, David (Bernice); Frenchvale, JoAnne (Wayne) MacIsaac; Beaver Cove, Clem; Beaver Cove, Robert; Yellowknife, and Joey
(Mandy); Florida. Michael was a proud and pampered Grampie to grandchildren; Catherine, Emily, Matthew, Jennie, Michael, Neil, Joshua, Douglas, Seumas, James, Lisa, Zachary and Bryan. As well he leaves behind three cherished great grandsons; Connor, Liam Gill and Lachlan Slaunwhite. He is also survived by sisters; Johnanna MacKinnon, Iona, Theresa MacKinnon, Northside Community Guest Home, and Josephine McNeil, Halifax. Michael was predeceased by sisters; Catherine Nearie, Margaret Collins, Lizzie Mac Mullin, Mary MacNeil, Rita Goss, Chrissy Whalen, Eileen MacMullin and Stephena Gallant. The MacMullin family will receive visitors at St. Andrew’s Parish on Sunday, October 6th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Andrew’s Parish on Monday, October 7th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Paul Abbass officiating. Interment to follow in Parish Cemetery. Memorial donations in Michael’s memory may be made to St. Andrew’s Cemetery Fund or a food bank of your choice.
Expressions of sympathy can be made to the MacMullin family at www.francisfuneralhome.ca .
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care and direction of Francis Funeral Home, Sydney Mines.
Family flowers only please.
