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Newfoundland Obituaries
From Nova Scotia Newspapers

Cape Breton Post
February 2020

 

Boone (Whelan), Helen Theresa - 89yrs
The Cape Breton Post, February 10, 2019 Monday

We were blessed with 89 years of her love and guidance. Helen Theresa Boone of Northside East Bay, NS passed away peacefully February 6, 2020 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. She was born November 3, 1930 in Colliers, Newfoundland to the late John and Mary Bridget Whelan. Her green thumb was the envy of many of us, as she tended her gardens faithfully. Something was always in bloom at the Boone household. How she did it, we will never know but the house was always filled with the smell of the best homemade bread… EVER. Ask anyone. A master at time management, when asked how she managed with twelve children, she replied One takes up all your time. Twelve can't do more than that. Mom didn't let raising 12 children get in the way of having a good time. Many memorable moments with friends were filled with music and dancing, or a good game of cards, while her quick wit filled the room with laughter. A stronger woman we have never known. It was a strength borne of her faith in family and the inherent goodness of all. Most importantly, this strength was supported by her faith in God and the peace that His presence lent to her life. She was a long-time member of St. Mary's Parish in East Bay.

Left with their memories of Helen are her loving husband of 66 years, Terence W. Boone and her children, Keith (Darlene deceased), Terence, Susan, Kevin, Brian, Daniel, Robert (Joanne), Karen (Darren), Gerilyn (Blair), Celia and Mary Ellen. Also missing her laughter and spirit are her 14 grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren, as well as her many nieces and nephews. Greeting her upon arrival are her parents, Mary and John Whelan and son, Gordon; her grandchildren, Michelle and Nathan; siblings, Matthew, Sister Gladys, Lawrence, Aloysius, James, Michael, Francis, Genevieve, Gerard, and several nieces and nephews all gone too soon.

Visitation will be at the TW Curry Parkview Chapel, 755 George St., Sydney, Monday, February 10 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. 9 p.m. Funeral at St. Mary's Church in East Bay on Tuesday, February 11 at 11 a.m. Reception to follow at the East Bay Fire Hall after the service at 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: CBRH Palliative Care Centre and the Red Cross.


Coish, Jean - 85yrs
The Cape Breton Post, February 08, 2019 Saturday
Jean Coish
of Lewisporte, NL, daughter of the late Aubrey and Muriel Hines passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at the age of 85 years. Jean was predeceased by her loving husband, Doug; brothers, Harold Hines and Roy Hines; and sister, Florence Power. She will be greatly missed by her family: son, Paul, grandson, Parker; son, Barry (Sarah Mosey), grandson, Matthew. She will also be lovingly remembered by her brothers, Don (Mickey) Hines, Aubrey (Stella) Hines; sister, Rene Sives; sisters-in-law, Ivy Abbott and Helen Coish, and a large extended circle of family and friends. All who knew Jean were touched by her kind soul and love of laughter but will also remember her for her unwavering courage and strength. The funeral service was held at St. Matthew's United Church, Lewisporte, NL, on Tuesday, February 4th under the direction of Gordon Woolfrey Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jean's memory to St. Matthew's United Church Cemetery Fund or North Haven Manor Palliative Care Unit.


Galpin, Lawrence Newf' Sydney - 77yrs
The Cape Breton Deaths February 24, 2019 Monday

We, the family of Lawrence Maxwell Newf' Galpin, regret to announce his passing on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born February 21, 1943, in Codroy Valley, NL, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Jessie (Samms) Galpin and stepson of the late Arthur Janes. In his early years, Lawrence worked as a moose guide and until retirement, worked as a laborer in the construction industry. He is survived by his longtime companion, Mary Kelly; daughter, Marina (Marie Farr), Sydney; son, Benjamin (Lily), Dartmouth; the mother of his children, Marie Bauer; grandchildren, Natalie, Violet and Blair; great-grandchildren, Roderick, Joseph, Maxwell and Chloe; stepchildren, Sandra, Mike and Paul, as well as their families; sister, Thelma Snow, St. George's, NL; and brothers, Walter, Codroy Valley, NL and Eddie, ON. Besides his parents, Lawrence was predeceased by his sisters, Dorothy Samms and Eileen Musseau; brother, Gordon. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, February 25 at 11 a.m., with Rev. Canon Brenda Drake officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to the An Cala Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca


MacDonald, Barbara - 94 YRS
The Cape Breton Post, APRIL 20, 2020 Monday

It is with deep sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Elizabeth McDonald, age 94, dear mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, on Sunday February 23, 2020 at her home in Dartmouth, NS. Born February 3, 1926 in Chanel, Newfoundland, Barbara was the daughter of the late George and Rebecca Jane Battiste. Barbara is survived by daughters, Jane (Robert) Black, Dartmouth, NS, Brenda (Arnold) Sparkes, Halifax, NS; grandchildren, Jane (Dave) Wood, Pembroke, ON, Rebecca (Teesha) Wheaton-Sparkes, Petawawa, ON, Michael Black, Toronto, ON, Dominique Gravel, Finland; great-grandchildren, Väinö, Ahti and Mielikki, Finland; special niece and nephew, Faye and Fred Foote, Sackville, NS; her lifelong friend, Vera Ings, North Sydney; her special fur baby, Olivia, and many other nieces and nephews. Barbara was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Kenneth McDonald; sisters, Florence and Georgie, and brother, Eric.

Although Barbara did not work outside the home, she was an extremely busy lady. Not one to sit idle, she would always find something to do around her home on Park Street in North Sydney: cooking, baking, laundry, cleaning the silver her home was her pride and joy; everyone was welcome. Barbara loved her family and friends. She did weekly visits to the sick and elderly in the Northside Guest Home, usually bringing them a home-baked treat. Barbara was known for her cooking and baking; she made the best cup of tea. While she baked year round, her favorite time was Christmas, when she would bake puddings, cakes and rolls to give to the special people in her life. Her giving nature spanned her entire life her last baking spree (9 cakes!) was Summer 2019 to ensure that everyone got their cakes at Christmas. While Barbara had a sharp tongue and could be very outspoken, everyone loved her because of her kindness, loyalty, humour and downto-earth nature she always put others before herself. Barbara will be lovingly remembered with her memory bringing smiles to the faces of all who knew her.

As the last surviving member of her immediately family, Barbara was the beloved Matriarch of her family and she will be dearly missed. The family would like to sincerely thank everyone who cared for Barbara: Dr. John Kirkpatrick and Debra, our special angel Laura, Dr. Mark Stender, Dr. Barbara Parish, Dr. Isabelle Delisle, the late Dr. Stephen Couban and the wonderful team in the haematology clinic at VGH. Finally, the dedicated and exceptional in-home care and support provided by the workers at Northwood Homecare and the VON allowed Jane and Bob to keep Barbara in her home until her passing.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney, NS. The service for Barbara will be held at a later date and burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Special thanks to Peter Walsh and Danny Campbell for bringing Mother home safely to her beloved North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice, but Barbara would say just be kind to everyone. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.wjdooley. com
A special note: Mother, you were the best friend, role model and mother I could have ever asked for. You made me the woman I am today and I am honoured to be your daughter. May you rest peacefully beside Dad you are reunited forever in Heaven. Love your daughter, Jane. Mother is another word for love. Rest in Peace, My Princess
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