James G. MacCormack
Born In: Sydney
Passed in: Coxheath
Passed on: March 21st, 2015
It is with heavy hearts we, the family, announce the passing of our husband and father, James MacCormack, of Waterview Drive, Coxheath on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
Son of Gordon and Edna MacCormack, James grew up in the Shipyard area of Sydney. He was a well-known salesman and manager with Yazer Bros. for 44 years, and always had a joke to share with his many loyal customers. Jim loved the game of hockey; playing into his early 70s and also spent many enjoyable summers vacationing with his family camping on the Cabot Trail. He enjoyed the fellowship and singing with the Keltic Chorus in many Cape Breton churches and guest homes. James had a deep faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ, and as a long-serving Gideon, shared the Bible with many school area children.
James is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Muriel (Walker); his three children, Ruth Church, Nelson (Donette), both of Coxheath, and Ross (Edna), Howie Centre. Papa leaves behind five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren along with brothers, Donald, Clarence, Gilbert and Lloyd; sisters, Sarah, Helen and Jean.
He was predeceased by brothers, John and Calvin; and son-in-law, Dan Church.
The family would like to thank Dr. Peter Jackson for his many years of care, and the staff of 4A at the C.B. Regional Hospital, the VON and County Homemakers for their invaluable service.
Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday March 24 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Bethel Presbyterian Church. Spring burial at Alfred Smith Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VON Sydney Branch, the Diabetes Society or charity of your choice.
Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or email sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca.
