Sidney Ethelbert Tobin
Born In: Sydney Mines
Passed in: North Sydney
Passed on: January 13th, 2015
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Sidney Ethelbert Tobin, age 94, a resident of Harbourview Hospital Veterans Wing, on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2015 at the Northside General Hospital.
Born in Sydney Mines, Sidney was the son of the late Bernard and Anna (MacGregor) Tobin. He was a veteran of the Second World War, where he served with the Cape Breton Highlanders in England, Italy and Germany. He returned home in 1946 and went to work at the Point Edward Naval Base until his retirement. Sidney was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney and a lifetime member of the Royal Canadian Legion. He enjoyed bowling and was an avid sports fan, following his favourite teams the Montreal Canadiens and the St. Louis Cardinals. Those who knew Sid would describe him as a gentle soul with a kind heart. His loss will be felt very deeply, while he leaves us with many happy memories.
He is survived by one sister, Marie Tobin, Kitchener, Ont., a number of nieces and nephews and a daughter by heart, Laura MacLennan, Bras d’Or.
He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Elizabeth 'Libby' Forrest, sisters, Corena Moriarty, Bernadette Marks; one brother, William Tobin and his special friend, Blanche Dominic. He was also predeceased by two nephews, Gerard Moriarty and Daniel Winstanley, as well as several brothers and sisters-in-law.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of the Veteran’s Wing at Harbourview Hospital, the Northside General Hospital and also Dr. Andrew Wawer.
A funeral mass for Sidney will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, 2015 at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Patrick O’Neill officiating. Reception will follow. Burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery, Sydney Mines.
Arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney.
Memorial donations may be made to DVA Veterans Wing Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines.
Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com.
