BLACKMORE, Stewart
The Cape Breton Post, November 20, 2007
Stewart Blackmore 88, North Sydney
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of a dear husband, brother and friend, Stewart Blackmore, on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2007, with his loving wife Elizabeth at his side. Stewart was born in Valley Field, Nfld., and moved to North Sydney, where he was employed as an engineer with Marine Atlantic, retiring after 43 years of service. He was a veteran of the Second World War serving with the Merchant Marines. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, who he referred to as "his gift from heaven;" his brother, Harry Cooze, sister, Elizabeth Pittman, both of Newfoundland; and his faithful friend, Cassie. Let Stewart be remembered for his love of the highlands where he and Lizzie spent their time fishing and hunting. Let him also be remembered for his kind deeds, his many friendships and his profound commitment to his marriage. At Stewart's request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or memorial service. A graveside service will be held at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney, at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton, or the VON. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.com

COLLINS, George
The Cape Breton Post, November 17, 2007
George Collins 81, Sydney
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Walter "George" Collins which occurred Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Bonavista, N.L., Aug. 1, 1926, he was the son of the late George and Susan (Waye) Collins. At the age of four, George moved to Sydney and grew up in Whitney Pier, where he lived for a number of years. In 1985, George retired from Sydney Steel after 43 years of service. A veteran of the Second World War, he had been a "volunteer" for Mustard Gas which left him with many health problems for the rest of his life. George was a member of St. Alban's Anglican Church and the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 128, Whitney Pier.

He is survived by his wife, Margie (Rudderham); son, David, Edmonton; daughter, Lynne, Edmonton; the brightest lights of his life, Sloan and Ethan Collins-Burke and his two step granddaughters, Alyssa and Hollie. George is also survived by his sisters, Gladys (Walter) Head, Sydney, and Dorothy (Bill) Dicks, Dartmouth; sister-in-law, Edith Collins, Sydney; and a number of nieces and nephews. George was predeceased his brothers, Harold and Malcolm, sisters, Lydia Noseworthy and Etta Roberts and a sister in infancy. Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Thursday, Nov. 22, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at St. Alban's Anglican Church, Friday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Brenda Drake-MacDonald officiating. Interment in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca

JOBES, Ida Anna 66
North Sydney
The Cape Breton Post, November 26, 2007
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ida Jobes (White), 66, at the Northside General Hospital. Ida went to her Heavenly Father on Nov. 25, 2007. Born in Grand Falls, N.L., she was the daughter of the late Leo and Elizabeth (Morris) White. Ida is survived by her beloved husband, George Jobes; dear mother of son, John (Jeanie), New Waterford; daughters, Bonita (Barry) Wall, Sydney, and Florence (John) Cann, Sydney Mines. She was an adored grandmother to her three grandsons, Michael, Kyle and Matthew She is also survived by her sisters, Zita White, Kitty Karrowack, Bride Sidel, Eileen Mullins and Leona Middleton; and sisters-in-law, Anne (Leo) Ryan, Margaret (Joseph) O'Reilly and Edith (Sandy) MacInnis; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, Ida was predeceased by her darling son, Hugh Anthony, sister, Elizabeth King, brothers, Thomas White and William White, and her loving in-laws, Hugh and Flora Jobes. Visitation for Ida Jobes will be held in the J.M.Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel, with Fr. Peter MacLeod officiating. The burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations in Ida's memory may be made to the Chron's and Colitis Society, or to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca

POWER, Edward (Eddie)
Sydney Mines
The Cape Breton Post, November 1, 2007
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Eddie Power on Oct. 30, 2007, at the MacGillivray Guest Home, Sydney, after a lengthy illness. Born in Corner Brook, Nfld., he was the son of the late Wilbert and Annie (MacCarthy) Power. He was a member of St. Pius X parish, Sydney Mines. Eddie was a member of the International Pipefitters Union, and he was a very well known musician. He is survived by his loving wife, Ann Marie (Cookie Melnick); his daughter, Wendy (Ian) MacInnis, Calgary; and his son, Edward Jr. (Eddie) (Elizabeth Jessome), Sydney Mines. Eddie is also survived by his grandchildren, Terry, Leanne, Katlynn, Steven and Victoria; a brother, Roy (Theresa), Florence; and sisters, Murial Dawson (Tommy), Sydney Mines, Peggy Campbell, Lower Sackville, and Ann Marie (Nancy) Power (Brian), Dartmouth. Besides his parents, Eddie was predeceased by a son, Trevor. Visitation for the late Edward Power will be held in J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines, Friday, Nov. 2 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A funeral mass to celebrate his life will take place Saturday, Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, Main Street, Sydney Mines, with Fr. Hughie MacNeil officiating. The burial will be in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca

SKINNER, Leo Patrick (Bud)
The Cape Breton Post, November 15, 2007
Leo Patrick (Bud) Skinner 71, Florence
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Leo Skinner, 71, on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, at home. Born in Harbour Breton, N.L., he was the son of the late James and Helen (Mahoney) Skinner. He was a member of St. Stephen's parish, Florence. Leo was employed with Devco for 18 years, but his heart belonged to the sea. His grandchildren brought the most joy to his life. He loved to teach Joseph, Morgan, and Aaron the ways of the sea. His joy was only increased with the addition of Maria.

Leo is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Muriel (Edwards) Skinner; daughters, Jennifer (Zack) Bicknell, Florence, and Geralyn (Theodore) Eyking, Millville; and a stepson, James Edwards (Mary Lou), Boularderie. He is also survived by his brothers, Dan (Carlotta), North Sydney, Joseph(Marlene), Sydney Mines, James (Madonna), Francis (Beverly), Kevin (Sarah), Bob, John (Robena), sisters, Marie (David) Baggs, and Jane (Alex) Hunt, all of Newfoundland; and numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass to celebrate the life of Leo Skinner will be held Friday, Nov. 15, at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen's Church, Florence, with Fr. Reg Currie officiating. The burial will be in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of J.M. Jobes Funeral Home, 635 Main St., Sydney Mines. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at jmjobesfuneralhome@ns.aliantzinc.ca