MacLEAN, Donald A. "Dan Alex" - 82, Brook Village and formerly of West Mabou, died January 1, 2000, at home. Born in West Mabou, he was a son of the late Angus and Mary (Campbell) MacLean. He was a member of St. Mary's Parish, Mabou, and was recently a member of St. John the Baptist Parish, Brook Village. He was a veteran of the Second World War and a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 132, Inverness. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. He is survived by several nieces and nephews and his dearest cousin, Catherine Beaton, in Mabou. He was predeceased by brothers, John Frances, Dan Joseph, Steven, Angus Anthony and John and sisters, Mary, Catherine and Tina. Visitation will be in St. Mary's Church, Mabou, today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, Rev. Angus Morris and Rev. Bernie MacDonald officiating. Burial under the direction of Inverness Funeral Home will be in the parish cemetery.

MacLEAN, (Livingstone) Kathy Susan - 47, Lake Echo, died January 3, 2000, at home. Born in Moncton, she was a daughter of Helen (Spence) Livingstone and the late Ralph Livingstone. She loved to quilt, play darts, bowl, and was a music lover. Surviving are her husband, Fred MacLean; daughters, Marti Lee and Julia Karen, at home; brother, William "Bill" Livingstone, Toronto; sister, Vicky Livingstone, Ottawa. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday, funeral 2 p.m. Friday, both in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth. Burial at a later date. Reception to follow service. No flowers by request. Donations to Lupus Society or Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.

McLEAN, Helen Fern - 72, Regent Street, North Sydney, died January 5, 2000, in the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Leitches Creek she was the daughter and only child of the late Hugh McKay and Grace (Oram) McLean. She was a life long resident of Leitches Creek and North Sydney. She was employed by the bank of Nova Scotia, North Sydney Branch for 42 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney where she was the Sunday school treasurer for many years and since her retirement she was treasurer of the United Church Women and assistant treasurer of the church. Surviving are cousins. No visitation by request. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 11 a.m., January 15, 2000, in St. Matthew Wesley United Church, North Sydney, Rev. David Luke officiating. Burial Lakeside Cemetery next to her parents in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Matthew-Wesley United Church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney.

MacLEAN, Christopher Robin Kenneth P.H.D. - 45, Fairfield, Iowa, formerly of Bedford, died January 6, 2000, in University of Iowa Hospital. Born in Halifax, he was the beloved son of Peggy MacLean, Bedford, and the late C. Howard MacLean. Christopher earned his bachelor of science degree while attending Acadia University, after which he moved to Ottawa where he worked with Energy Mines and Resources. Christopher spent the rest of his life in Fairfield, Iowa, where he attended MIU. Christopher's studies led him to earning his Ph.D. in physiology. He went on to pursue a career in the field of medical technology. Christopher's entire life was greatly enriched with his love of music which he pursued as an accomplished bass player. Christopher is survived by his sister, Charlotte (Robert) Foster, Ottawa; brothers, David (Nancy), Bedford; John (Dale), Hatchet Lake; Sandy (Kimberly), Moncton, N.B. Christopher will also be missed by his only niece, Gillian MacLean; nephews, Sean, Andrew and Scott MacLean, Matthew Foster and Nicholas MacLean. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Monday, in T.K. Barnard Funeral Home, 1216 Bedford Highway, Bedford. Christopher will be remembered by a private family service. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

MacLEAN, John Angus - 84, died January 12, 2000, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. A lifelong resident of 80 French St., Whitney Pier, he was a son of the late John Donald and Elizabeth (MacDonald) MacLean. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish and was employed at Sydney Steel as a machinist for 42 years retiring in 1978. Surviving are his wife of 59 years, the former Sarah Jane "Jean" MacKinnon; children, twin daughters, Beverly Phillips, Barbara Mattia, Edmonton, Alta.; Ian, Amherst; Clair Miller, Sydney; Jim, Howie Centre; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; half-sister, Mary MacInnis, Lansing, Mich. He was predeceased by half-brothers, Norman, Leo, Danny; half-sister, Josie; stepmother, Mary (Gillis) MacLean. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, 755 George St., Sydney. Funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, in Holy Redeemer Church, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating with burial in Resurrection Cemetery.

MacLEAN, Donald Archie - 90, longtime resident of Forest Street, Glace Bay, died Friday, January 14, 2000, in Taigh Na Mara where he had resided for the past number of weeks. Born in Donkin, he was a son of the late Angus and Jennett (Scott) MacLean. He was employed for 50 years as a coal miner retiring in 1973. A veteran of the Second World War, he served with the Royal Canadian Artillery in Europe and was a member of John Bernard Croak VC, Glace Bay Branch 3 of the Royal Canadian Legion. He was a charter member of Newsom United Church, Glace Bay; a Life Elder of the congregation; and a former member of the Committee of Stewards and the Committee of Trustees. He is survived by his wife, the former Martha Howie; daughters, Marilyn (Mrs. Jim McPhee), Eastern Passage; Jennett, Sydney; son, Brian (Betty), Sarnia, Ont.; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brothers, Stan, Jim, Glace Bay; Fraser, Donkin. He was predeceased by brother, Willie; sister, Agnes Milley. There will be no visitation in the funeral home. Memorial service 2 p.m. today, January 16, in Newsom United Church, Rev. Bill Matthew's officiating. Family will receive friends at a time of fellowship following the service. Private committal will be held in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to a favorite charity as memorials.

MacLEAN, (DeMont) Mildred Blanche - 67, Beech Hill, formerly of Hubbards, died Saturday January 14, 2000, at the home of Mildred's loving care givers, Chester and Violet Hatt, Beech Hill. Born in Gold River, she was a daughter of the late Aubrey and Leona DeMont. She is survived by son, William, East Chester; brothers, Chester, Albert, Andrew, Chester Basin; sisters, Marjorie Levy, New Ross; Mae Haley, Gold River; Violet Laybolt, Chester Basin; grandchildren, Tracey, Randi, Nick. She was predeceased by husband Clarence. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in Ronald A. Walker Funeral Home, Hubbards. Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. Luke's Anglican Church, Hubbards. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or Canadian Diabetes Association.

MacLEAN, (Nicholson) Johnena Margaret - 82, Middle River, Victoria Co., died January 24, 2000, in Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck. She was a daughter of the late Roderick and Flora (Campbell) Nicholson. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Middle River United Church and a life member of the UCW. Surviving are sons, Aulay (Linda) and Ian (Marlene), both of Middle River; daughters, Joan (Mrs. Allister MacKenzie), Middle River; Flora (Mrs. Dave Thomas), Barrie, Ont.; Donna Ross, Baddeck; Mary (Mrs. Wayne Austin), Antigonish; Helen (Mrs. Colin Fee). Whycocomagh; sisters, Catherine MacDonald, West Middle River. The body is resting in MacAskill Funeral Home with visitation Wednesday, January 26, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 27, in Farquharson Memorial Presbyterian Church, Middle River, Rev. David Lutes officiating. Burial will be in Middle River Cemetery. Family flowers only by request. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, Atlantic Division or a charity of your choice.

MacLEAN (Davidson), Mary Helen - 78, 14 Evansville Road, Stellarton, passed away January 30, 2000. She was a daughter of the late Roy and Mae Davidson. She was a resident of Stellarton all of her life. She was active member of Sharon St. John United Church, Stellarton and was the President of the Debra Unit of the UCW She is survived by her husband, George; sons, George (Elva), Rocklin; Victor (Michelle), New Glasgow; David, Stellarton; daughter, Helen (Seymour), Stellarton; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Josephine MacKay, Agnes White and Diana (Chris) Mannion, all of New Glasgow; Inez (Joe) Murphy, Augusta, Maine; brothers, Eugene (Frances) Davidson, Manitoba; Reginald Davidson, Lyons Brook; Leonard Davidson, Union Centre. She was predeceased by her son, Howard in infancy; sister, Ruby (Mrs. Vincent Cioffi); and a brother, Tom Davidson. Visitation will be held 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, in Sharon St. John United Church, Stellarton, Rev. Foster Jenkins officiating. Burial in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, Sylvester.

MacLEAN, (MacNeil) Cynthia Louise - 30, Dartmouth, died February 22, 2000, in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of Christina (MacNeil) and the late Joseph MacNeil. She was a graduate of Mount Saint Vincent University with a Bachelor of Arts. She was a member of St. James Church, a leader of Explorers, CGIT and vacation bible school. Surviving are her husband, Shawn; daughters, Meaghan Jean, Hannah Louise; son, Joseph Douglas; sisters, Rose MacSween, Pipers Cove; Catherine Robson, Hinton, Alta.; Mary Demetri, Ontario; brothers, Joseph, Sydney; Nicholas, Sydney; Ben, Sydney; Michael, Edmonton; Mark, Calgary; Scott, Morinville, Alta.; Glen, Bellville, Ont. No visitation by request. Memorial service 2:30 p.m. Saturday, in St. James United Church, Rev. Bill Fraser and J.Austin Munroe officiating. Burial to follow at a later date at Christmas Island. Donations to St. James Church, Dartmouth or a trust fund established for the educational puposes for the children, Meaghan Jean, Joseph Douglas and Hannah Luoise MacLean set up at Scotia Bank, 91-93 Portland St., Dartmouth or any Scotia Bank branch.

MacLEAN, Patrick J. - 77, Fraser Ave., Sydney Mines, died March 4, 2000, at home. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Hector and Catherine (Nicholson) MacLean. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish. He received his education at St. Josephs School, North Sydney and St. F.X. University, Antigonish. He was employed at Point Edward Naval Base, later as a teacher in Bras d' Or, Dr. T.L. Sullivan Jr. High where he served as vice principal. He was an avid bowler, Toronto Maple Leafs, New York Yankee fan. He was a member of Santa Maria Council 2024, Knights of Columbus, Sydney Mines. Surviving are his wife, Margaret MacPherson; twin sons, Donald, Michael, Toronto; three grandchildren; sister, Mary Gillis; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Rannie, George, Donnie. Visitation 7-9 p.m. Saturday, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in G.R. Francis & Son Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Donations to the Cape Breton Palliative Care Society, VON or Canadian Cancer Society.

MacLEAN, Osborne Philip - 61, 9 View St., North Sydney, died March 14, 2000, in the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, he was a son of Annie MacLean and the late William "Wick" MacLean. He was a retired stevedore with CN Marine, was an active bowler on the Northside and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Surviving are his children and grandchildren; sisters, Donna Petre, Sharon MacLean (Burke), Toronto; brother, Brendon J. MacLean, Sydney Mines; many friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Astrid Munroe. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today and Sunday in Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday, in Immaculate Conception Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Society.

MacLEAN, Alexander Donald - 98, Middle River, Victoria Co., died March 24, 2000, in Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck. Born in West Middle River, he was a son of the late Aulay and Johanna (MacLeod) MacLean. He was employed as a factory worker. He was a member of Middle River United Church. As a young man, he moved to the USA, where his first employment was the driver of an ice truck. After a short stint in the U.S. Army during the Second World War he was employed at W.H. Nichols Company of Waltham until his retirement, at which time he moved back to the family home in Middle River. He was a guest at Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck for the past seven years. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by twin brother, John A. MacLean; sisters, Christine Morrison, Nora K. Wine, Isabel "Bella" Morrison; nephews, Donald Morrison, Russell Bonner; grandniece, Colleen Fee. Funeral 2 p.m. today in Farquharson Presbyterian Church, Middle River, Rev. David Lutes officiating. Burial in Middle River Cemetery. Family flowers only, donations to Alderwood Rest Home or charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to MacAskill Funeral Home.

McLEAN (Roach), Hazel Marion - 87, Dartmouth, died December 12, 2000, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born August 12, 1913, in Glen Fallock, Pictou Co., she was a daughter of the late George Hawthorn and Charlotte Ann (Woodin) Roach. Surviving are sons, James Lassiter McLean, Dartmouth; Steven Alden McLean, Halifax; sister, Alta Foye, Pictou Landing; brother, Howard Butler, New Glasgow; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, John James McLean; daughter, Emily Grace (McLean) Farmer; sister, Anna Carmichael. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday, funeral 3:30 p.m. Saturday, both in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main St., Dartmouth, Rev. Judith Murphy officiating. Burial in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens. Reception to follow in Atlantic Funeral Home Family Reception Centre. Family flowers only. In lieu, donations to Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, P.O. Box 27175, Halifax, NS B3H 4M8.

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