MacLEAN (MacKinnon), Isabelle - formerly of Sydney and Halifax, died January 5, 1999, in Shoreham Village, Chester, after a long and full life. Born in 1901, in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late John and Hattie Catherine (Ferguson). She was predeceased by her husband, Robert John; stepfather, John D. Matheson; sisters, Hazel and Alexandra; several siblings in infancy. She is survived by daughters, Hazel (Mrs. Peter) Gordon, Chester; Marilyn (Mrs. David) Janigan, Halifax; grandchildren, Robert and James Gordon, Eleanor Jarrett (Gordon) and Karen Janigan; great-grandchildren, Angus, Mathijs and Katie Gordon, John Janigan-Mills and Emma Jarrett. She graduated as a nurse from City of Sydney Hospital in 1924. She worked at the Red Cross Blood Donor Clinic in Sydney during the Second World War, and in the maternity unit of City Hospital until retirement in 1966. She was active in Bairncroft, City Hospital alumni association and in St. Andrew's Church. While in Halifax, she was a lifetime member of the Archibald MacMechan Chapter of IODE and in the UCW of St. Matthew's United Church. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, January 15, in St. Matthew's Church, Halifax, with interment to follow at a later date in Hardwood Hills Cemetery, Sydney. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shoreham Village, Chester, where she received kind and loving care. Arrangements entrusted to Davis Funeral Home, Chester.MacLEAN, (MacLeod) Marion W. - Age 73, Gairloch Lake, Pictou Co., died on January 8, 1999, in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in Salt Springs, Pictou Co., she was a daughter of the late William and Margaret (MacLeod) MacLeod. She resided in Fairview, Halifax for over 40 years, returning to reside in Pictou County 10 years ago. She is survived by her husband, William (Bill); sons, Bill (wife Denise), Maple Ridge, B.C.; Barry (wife Patricia), Lower Sackville; daughter, Lynn Murphy (husband John), Lower Sackville; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brother, John MacLeod (wife Beth), Salt Springs; sisters, Janet Campbell, Truro; Irene Favier (husband Murray), Truro. She was predeceased by brothers, Ivan and Vernon; sister, Eva MacLellan. Visitation will be held today, January 10, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville, from where her funeral will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Mich MacVeigh officiating. Burial will be in Gairloch Cemetery.
MacLEAN, James Leslie, Lt.-Cmdr. (retired) RCN - 76, died in the early hours of January 9, 1999. The only son of James Bertram MacLean and Jessie Mae (Grant) MacLean, he was the first baby to be born in the New Glasgow hospital on August 21, 1922. Raised in MacLellans Brook and Springville, he received his early education in Pictou County one-room school houses and later at Dalhousie University. With the outbreak of the Second World War, he served in the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm, receiving pilot flying training from the RCAF in St. Eugene, Ont., St. Jean, Que. and Kingston, Ont. In 1946, he returned to Dalhousie University to finish his studies before embarking on a career in the Royal Canadian Navy which spanned more than 20 years and took him and his young family across Canada and back. Following retirement from the Canadian Navy, he worked as a media communicator for the Nova Scotia Government in Education, Health and Information Services. He was very active in community life as a member of the Naval Officers' Association of Canada, Royal United Services Institute, Navy League of Canada, Cadet Training, Sigma Chi fraternity and Crow's Nest Sea Going Officers' Club of St. John's, Nfld. He was also the education liaison executive with the Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island Branch of the Monarchist League of Canada and a trustee of the the Sackville Trust. He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis Brannan (Steadman) MacLean, Sackville, N.B., to whom he was wed for 50 years. He also leaves behind daughters, Jennifer (Jay) Charlotte MacLean, Halifax; Marilyn Gray Ross, Bedford; Catherine Patricia MacLean, Dartmouth; son, James Alexander Grant MacLean, Halifax; and grandchildren, Geoffrey Grant Ross, Iain MacLean Ross and Morrigan MacLean. He was predeceased by his sister, Charlotte Archibald MacLean. His family will carry him in their hearts always. Visitation will be at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax today from 7-9 p.m and on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m., followed by a private family service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. "Sing O Muse, of that man who traveled by sea, by earth by air, to seek what he might find at home."
MacLEAN, Rev. Randolph Douglas - 83, died January 13, 1999, in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late Neil and Margaret (MacKenzie) MacLean. He was a graduate of Dalhousie University (BA), The Presbyterian College, Montreal (BD) and the Atlantic School of Theology (MTh). Ordained to the ministry of the Presbyterian Church in Canada in 1941, he served in St. Andrew's Church, Moncton, N.B.; Montague Pastoral Charge, P.E.I.; St. Andrew's Church, Huntington, Que.; St. Andrew's Church, Belleville, Ont.; St. James (Pollock), Glasgow, Scotland and Knox Church, Halifax. He retired to Boularderie, Cape Breton and was a lifelong supporter of the NDP and the Montreal Canadians. Surviving are daughter, Iris (Mrs. Gordon Marriott), Bradford, Ont.; Iona MacLean (Mrs. Glenn Cooper), Pictou; two grandchildren; a great-grandson. He was predeceased by his wife, Ruth C. MacLeod; brother Alex; sister, Mary. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday in Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday in St. James Presbyterian Church, Big Bras d'Or, Rev. Richie Robinson officiating, assisted by Rev. Sandy MacDonald. Burial in St. James Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Society or Presbyterian World Service and Development, 50 Wynford Dr., North York ON M3C 1J7.
MacLEAN, (Ryan) Mary Alma - 87, 220 Cartier St., Sydney, died January 26, 1999, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Point Tupper, she was a daughter of the late Wilfred and Sarah Ann (MacIntyre) Ryan. She was a member of St. Theresa's Parish, Sydney, and spent her life caring for her home and family. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are daughters, Sarabelle, Gabarus; Annie, Smithville, Ont.; sons, Wilfred, Mira Road; Alex, South River, Ont.; Eddie, Gordon, Sydney; 23 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel Angus; daughter, Margaret in infancy; sons, Sidney, Hector; brothers, Colin, Joseph; a great-grandchild. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Sydney Memorial Chapel. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday in St. Theresa's Church, Rev. Will MacPherson officiating. Burial at a later date in Hardwood Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity.
MACLEAN, (Schaefer) Nora Delphine - 85, Halifax, passed away January 31, 1999, in the VG Site, QEII. Born in Toronto, Ont., she was a daughter of the late George and Neta Schaefer. Before retirement she taught in Toronto and Moncton. She is survived by her son, James and his wife Deborah, Halifax; grandson, Andrew, and sister, June Schaefer, Orillia, Ont. She was predeceased by her husband, Owen Leslie. MacLean. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 3, in Cathedral Church of All Saints, Tower Road, Halifax. Memorial donations may be made to the Organ Restoration Fund at Cathedral Church of All Saints.
MacLEAN, (Weir) Johanna - 87, Northside Community Guest Home, North Sydney, died February 6, 1999, in the home. Born in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Sarah Catherine (MacKeigan) Weir. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish, Sydney Mines. Surviving are son, Johnnie, North Sydney; sister, Christina Tobin, North Sydney; three grandsons; four granddaughters; 12 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Michael "Mickey"; sister, Annie Frances MacLean; brothers, John James; a grandson. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in G.R. Francis & Son Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. Funeral 10 a.m. Tuesday in Immaculate Conception Church, Rev. Gerald Dunphy officiating. Burial in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Sydney Mines.
MacLEAN, (MacLennan) Margaret Effie - 79, 120 Kitchener St., formerly of Lingan Road, Sydney, died February 8, 1999, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late John and Effie (MacKay) MacLennan. She was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church, Bethel AMS and Whitney Pier Pensioners Club. Surviving are daughters, Margaret Rose MacAulay, Sydney; Sharon (Mrs. Brent Dous), Calgary; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Cassie French, Ontario. She was predeceased by her husband, Thomas; sisters, Christie MacRae, Maude Gosse; brothers, Alex, Roderick, John, Edward, Wilbert. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 11 a.m. Friday in Sydney Memorial Chapel, Rev. Robert Lyle and Rev. Georgina Caldwell officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to any charity.
MacLEAN, (MacDonald) Mary Eva - 98, Sheet Harbour, Halifax Co., passed away in Duncan MacMillan Nursing Home, Sheet Harbour, on February 12, 1999. Born and educated in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Alexander and Adalaide MacDonald. She was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Sheet Harbour. During her earlier years she was employed as a secretary for Sheet Harbour Lumber Company. She was the wife of the late Dr. J. David MacLean, who predeceased her in 1968. For 26 years she enjoyed much of her life in Pictou, where she raised her family and was active in many organizations doing volunteer work. For the past 30 years she resided in Sheet Harbour. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy MacLean, Hampden, Me.; seven grandchildren and four great-grandsons. She was predeceased by her son, D.A. "Sandy" MacLean, a former Deputy Minister of Fisheries in Nova Scotia, in 1992; eight brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 25, at 11 a.m. in St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Sheet Harbour, Rev. Gilbert Bertrand, OMI, officiating. Reception to follow in St. Peter's Church Hall. Graveside service in Seaview Cemetery, Pictou. Arrangements under the direction of D.S. Crowell and Son Funeral Home, Sheet Harbour.
MacLEAN, Gordon Freeman - 74, 18 King St., Florence, died February 26, 1999, in Northside General Hospital. Born in Florence, he was a son of the late John and Mamie (MacLean) MacLean. He was a member of Wilson United Church, Florence. He was employed by Devco Coal Mines, retiring in 1990 with 49 years of service. He was an avid sports fan. Surviving are his wife, the former Lillian Pye; daughters, Darlene (Mrs. David Bond), North Sydney; Carol (Mrs. Jake Wall), Bras d'Or; Laura Marsh, Ontario; Norma Jean (Mrs. Dean Denney), Florence; Michelle Pye, North Sydney; sons, Norman Pye, Sydney Mines; Ronnie, at home; sisters, Leora (Mrs. Sammy Keeling), Florence; Sadye Simpson, Sydney Mines; brother, Norman, North Sydney; 15 grandchildren. He was predeceased by brother, Archie; son, Brian; son-in-law, Barry Marsh. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday in Wilson United Church, Florence, Linda Scherzinger officiating. Burial in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines.
MacLEAN, Cleophas (Olie) - 75, 283 Kings Rd., Dominion, died March 4, 1999, in Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in Dominion, she was a daughter of the late Simon and Margaret (McLeod) MacLean. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport; a member of the CWL for many years, and was a former member of the parish council. She was one of the founding members and co-leader of the First Bridgeport Girl Guide Troop for many years. She taught school for 40 years and spent the years before her retirement as principal of Central School, Dominion. Also, at one time she was secretary of the Retired Teachers' Association. During her retirement, she spent her time doing two things she enjoyed - spending time with her family and friends and traveling the world. Surviving are niece, Diane O'Neil, who resided with her; brothers, Simon, Glace Bay; Melvin, Reserve; sisters, Lorraine McKinnon, Glace Bay; Audrey (Mrs. Gerard McNeil), Dominion. She was predeceased by sisters, Annie, Loretta, Mildred, Margaret, Susan, Carmella, Selina; brothers, Charles, Ambrose, Hector, Lauchlin, Robert, Leo, Raphael, Gerald. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. Funeral 10 a.m. Monday in Immaculate Conception Church, Bridgeport, Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Burial in Calvary Cemetery, Bridgeport.
MacLEAN, John Neil (Jack) - 84, Rear Main Street, Reserve Mines, died March 12, 1999, in Glace Bay Health Care Complex, South Street, Glace Bay. Born in Prince Edward Island, he was a son of the late Neil and Effie MacLean. He was a veteran of the Second World War with the Canadian Army. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Dr. Cecil John Sparrow Branch 2, Reserve Mines. He was employed for many years as a carpenter with M.R. Chappels, Sydney. Surviving are his wife, the former Alice LeLeivre; sons, Keith, Boularderie; Kevin, Boisdale; Olive, Dartmouth. He was predeceased by son, Harvey. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Burial at a later date in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Donations to any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, Glace Bay.
McLEAN (Ratchford), Adeline Bernadette - 83, Windsor Elms, and formerly of St. Croix, Hants Co., passed away peacefully in her sleep, after a short illness, on Saturday, March 13, 1999, at the Elms, surrounded by her children and loved ones. Born on October 28, 1915, in Sydney Mines, Cape Breton Co., Adeline was a daughter of the late Allen and Katherine "Kattie" (MacDonald) McLean. Adeline was a beloved mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, and loved by all who knew her. She was famous for her generosity and many acts of kindness. No one left her home hungry or empty-handed. Deeply devoted to her children, family and faith, she had a great love of music and had composed several songs of her own. She had been a resident of the Windsor Elms for 10 years. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends and community. Adeline is survived by her daughters, Judy and Ole Hansen, Brampton, Ont.; Yvonne Keating and John Stewart, Brampton; Donna Ratchford-Sharp and Richard, Toronto, Ont.; sons, Russell and Marie, Dundas, Ont.; Gus and Caroline, Hunnington Beach, Calif.; Donald "Jerry" and Anita, Apple Valley, Calif.; Harold, Novi, Mich.; Roy and Rita, Margate, Fla.; Joey and Faye, Calgary, Alta; 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; sisters, Annie-Mae Bowne, Sydney Mines; Sarah Ann MacDonald, Westmount, Cape Breton Co.; brothers, Edward McLean and Maude, Strout, Ont.; Dan McLean, Five Islands; Joseph McLean and Kaye, Downsview, Ont.; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Donald Eugene Ratchford (in 1995); daughters, Madeline Ratchford, Catherine Ratchford; a son in infancy; sister, Marie McLean; brothers, James McLean, Augustine "Gussie" McLean. Visitation today from 7 to 9 p.m., family prayer 6:45 p.m., both in Lindsay's Windsor Funeral Home, 194 King St. Funeral mass Monday at 10 a.m., from St. John's Roman Catholic Church, Windsor, Rev. John MacDonald officiating. A reception will follow at the church. Following the funeral mass, Adeline will be transferred to the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home in North Sydney for visitation 7 to 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, North Sydney, Rev. Tom MacNeil officiating. Burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. A reception will follow in the church. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia.
McLEAN, (Stanton) Virginia Frances - 69, Five Islands, died March 16, 1999, in Dr. George L. Dumont Hospital, Moncton, N.B. Born in East Ferry, Digby Co., she was a daughter of the late Curtis and Frances Catherine (Buckley) Stanton. She was a long time resident of Five Islands. Surviving are her husband Daniel; daughters Danielle, Constance, Five islands; Virginia McLean, Amherst; June McLean, Banff, Alta.; Janet (Mrs. Thomas Mitchell), Back Bay, N.B.; Cathy (Mrs. Jim Rephin), Cranbrook, B.C.; sons, Larry, Daniel, Five Islands; Rev. Stephen McLean, Moncton; Robert Stanton, New Glasgow; Allan Johnston, Llewelyn Kernighan, Saint George, N.B.; brothers, Clyde Stanton, Los Angeles; Spurgeon Stanton, Kingston, Ont.; sisters, Hazel (Mrs. Harold Gillespie), Elizabeth (Mrs. Charles Ingston), Penfield, N.B.; 20 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by daughter, Flora; sister, Allene Ross. No visitation by request. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 pm Saturday in Peniel United Church, Five Islands, Rev. Donald MacQueen officiating. Burial at a later date in Lower Five Island Cemetery. Donations to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia or any charity. Arrangements entrusted to Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro.
McLEAN, James Douglas - Berkeley Residence, Halifax, died March 25, 1999, in QEII Health Sciences Centre after a brief illness. Born in Regina, Sask., on February 12, 1920, he was the son of Archibald and Margaret (Bowman) McLean. A graduate in dentistry from the University of Toronto and post-graduate studies from the University of Michigan, he was a captain in the Canadian Dental Corps during the Second World War. Following the war, he both practiced in Edmonton and was a professor of dentistry at the University of Alberta. He was the dean of dentistry at Dalhousie University from 1954 to 1975 and continued as a professor of dentistry until he retired in 1985. During his tenure he was instrumental in opening the new Dental School building. In 1987 he received an honorary doctor of laws from Dalhousie and was subsequently named dean emeritus. He was a member of International College of Dentists and a fellow on the American College of Dentists. He was an active volunteer in numerous professional and charitable organizations, including the boards of the Nova Scotia and Canadian Dental Associations; Fort Massey United Church, as clerk of session, Sunday school superintendent and chairman of the Board of Management; chairman of the Board of Pine Hill Divinity College (Atlantic School of Theology); president of the Nova Scotia Branch of the Canadian Bible Society; president of the Nova Scotia branch of the Red Cross Society; president of the Canadian Red Cross Society; and president of the Neptune Theatre Foundation. He is survived by sons, Douglas and Donald, Calgary; daughters, Ainslie Moignard, Vancouver, and Leslie, Halifax; six grandchildren and other family. Visiting will be held at Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax, on Tuesday, March 30, 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, at Fort Massey United Church, Halifax, Rev. Trent D. Cleveland-Thompson officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. Burial will be in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Sackville.
McLEAN, James Douglas - Berkeley Residence, Halifax, died March 25, 1999, in QEII Health Sciences Centre after a brief illness. Born in Regina, Sask., on February 12, 1920, he was the son of Archibald and Margaret (Bowman) McLean. A graduate in dentistry from the University of Toronto and post-graduate studies from the University of Michigan, he was a captain in the Canadian Dental Corps during the Second World War. Following the war, he both practiced in Edmonton and was a professor of dentistry at the University of Alberta. He was the dean of dentistry at Dalhousie University from 1954 to 1975 and continued as a professor of dentistry until he retired in 1985. During his tenure he was instrumental in opening the new Dental School building. In 1987 he received an honorary doctor of laws from Dalhousie and was subsequently named dean emeritus. He was a member of International College of Dentists and a fellow on the American College of Dentists. He was an active volunteer in numerous professional and charitable organizations, including the boards of the Nova Scotia and Canadian Dental Associations; Fort Massey United Church, as clerk of session, Sunday school superintendent and chairman of the Board of Management; chairman of the Board of Pine Hill Divinity College (Atlantic School of Theology); president of the Nova Scotia Branch of the Canadian Bible Society; president of the Nova Scotia branch of the Red Cross Society; president of the Canadian Red Cross Society; and president of the Neptune Theatre Foundation. He is survived by sons, Douglas and Donald, Calgary; daughters, Ainslie Moignard, Vancouver, and Leslie, Halifax; six grandchildren and other family. Visiting will be held at Snow's Funeral Home, Windsor Street, Halifax, today, March 30, 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, at Fort Massey United Church, Halifax, Rev. Trent D. Cleveland-Thompson officiating. A reception will follow in the church hall. Burial will be in Oakridge Memory Gardens, Sackville.
MacLEAN, James Innis - Halifax, died April 3, 1999, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Cheticamp in 1942, he was a son of the late Henry and Mabel MacLean. He retired in 1994 as assistant director of the Halifax Recreation Department. He served on the provincial executive of the Recreation Association of Nova Scotia, was a member of the national board and president of the John Howard Society of Nova Scotia. He represented Canada as a delegate to the United Nations Conference on Crime and Crime Prevention held in Venezuela. He spent many years as volunteer coordinator of Twixt Teen at the Halifax YMCA. He is survived by his wife, the former Anne Shires; daughter, Patricia (Artie); sons, James and Stephen-John; grandson, Arthur Thomas; brother, Wayne (Anne); twin brother, Dick (Carol), and many dear nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held in St. Andrew's United Church, Coburg Road and Robie Street, on Wednesday, April 7, at 11 a.m. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Neurology Department, QEII c/o QEII Foundation, or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to Dignity Cremation Services.
MacLEAN, (Moody) Irene Ann - 59, 19 Kent St., Sydney, died April 4, 1999 at the Cape Breton Hospital, Sydney. Born in Malagawatch, she was a daughter of the late James and Annie Bessie (Campbell) Moody. She lived and worked for many years in Massachusetts and was employed in Sydney by the City Homemakers. Surviving are children Dwayne, Traverse City, Michigan; Kim, Sault St. Marie, Michigan; Wendy, San Francisco, Cla.; long-time companion, Blaise Kennedy, Sydney; sisters, Murdena, Red Point; Florence, Orangedale; brother, Dan Moody, Cambridge, On. She was predeceased by brother, William; sister, Elizabeth. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Whycocomagh. Funeral Wednesday 2 p.m. in Orangedale Presbyterian Church, Rev. Quincy Caldwell officiating. Burial to follow in Malagawatch Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to T. W. Curry Parkview Chapel.
MacLEAN (MacInnis), Alena J. D. - Died April 10, 1999, in Goddard Center for Transitional Care in Stoughton, Mass. She was 91. Wife of the late John A.C.; mother of Neil J. MacLean and Christena S. Locke, both of Stoughton; John A. C. Jr., Pembroke, and the late Allan D.; mother-in-law of Alexis "Lucky", Janice, Louise, Maria and Dan; preceded in death by five sisters and two brothers; also survived by 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Born in Glenville, Inverness Co., she was educated in Cape Breton schools. She worked as a knitter at Shawmut Mill in Stoughton for over 20 years. She retired at age 65. She was a member of the Rebekah Lodge IOOF in Nova Scotia, member of LOYBA (Loyal Orange Young Britains of America), taught Sunday school in Nova Scotia, an active member of the Gaelic choir at the Presbyterian Church in Needham. Funeral service will be held in the Presbyterian Church of Needham, 1458 Great Plain Ave., Needham, on Tuesday, at 10 a.m. Visiting hours at Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St., Stoughton, today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. The body will rest at St. John's United Church, Strathlorne, with visitation from 12 noon Thursday until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Elaine Hall officiating. Burial in St. John's United Cemetery under the direction of Inverness Funeral Home.
MacLEAN, John Murdock "Johnny Neilie" - 96, South Lake Ainslie, Inverness Co., died Thursday, April 15, 1999, in Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital. Born in Lake Ainslie, he was a son of Neil and Julia (MacMillian) MacLean. He was retired as a fish and game warden from the Department of Fisheries. He was an honorary member of Lake Ainslie Historical Society and a member and elder of East Lake Ainslie Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, the former Marion Stella Sproule; daughters, Julia (Mrs. John E. MacLean), Orangedale; Olive (Mrs. Jack Hawley), Port Hood; Ruth (Mrs. Nute MacPhail), Mrs Florence Spears, Johnena MacLellan, all of Lake Ainslie; Donna (Mrs. John Beaton), Ellershouse, Hants Co.; sons, Danny and wife Libby, Aberdeen; Malcolm and wife Mary Margaret, Whycocomagh; sisters, Mrs. Annie Mae MacCracken, Springfield, Mo.; Nellie (Mrs. Jo Fee), Whycocomagh; 30 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, Malcolm and one in infancy; sisters, Jessie, Ella, Annie, Minnie. Visitation will be today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Whycocomagh. Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday in East Lake Ainslie Presbyterian Church, Rev. Ken Allen officiating. Burial will be in East Lake Ainslie Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
MacLEAN, Donald Angus - 70, Pleasant Bay, Inverness Co., died May 14, 1999, in Sacred Heart Hospital, Cheticamp. Born in Pleasant Bay, he was a son of the late Angus and Sadie (Moore) MacLean. He was a member of St. Andrew's United Church, Pleasant Bay. Surviving are daughters, Mary Beth MacLean, Cathy MacLean, Toronto; brothers, John, Pleasant Bay; George, Port Hastings; sisters, Jessie Fraser, Sydney; Gertie Sardinski, Brantford, Ont.; Lina MacKinnon, Mulgrave. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen MacLean; brothers, Herbert, Edward; sister, Catherine MacMaster Cremation has taken place. Memorial service 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. Andrew's United Church, Rev. Rose Hannah- Gaskin officiating. Burial in Pleasant Bay Cemetery. Donations to palliative care of Sacred Heart Hospital of St. Andrew's United Church. Arrangements entrusted to Cheticamp Funeral Services Ltd.
MacLEAN, Clarence J. "Carnie" - 75, Queen Street, North Sydney, died May 21, 1999, in Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, he was a son of the late Murdock James and Jennie (Haggett) MacLean. He owned and operated MacLean's Jewellery Store in North Sydney until his retirement. He was a veteran of the Second World War, serving overseas with the Canadian Army. He was a former Commodore of the Northern Yacht Club, a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 19, a member of Cape Breton Shriners, former member of North Sydney Kinsmen Club and K-40. Surviving are his wife, Jean (Hingley); daughter, Candace Sarty, Sydney Forks; son, Kenneth, Ottawa; sister, Theresa Malanka, Sydney Mines; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, George, Kenneth, Russell; sisters, Mamie, Freda, Vivian. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Sunday, both in W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney Funeral 2 p.m. Monday in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Sydney Mines, Rev. Ian MacLeod officiating. Burial in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Donations to any charity.
MacLEAN, Keith - 51, Wildwood Drive, Howie Centre, died May 26, 1999, at home. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of Mrs. Alice (LeLiever) MacLean, Glace Bay, and the late John Neil MacLean. He worked for Transport Canada. Surviving are his wife, the former Linda MacDonald; daughter, Amber Dawn MacLean, Sydney; son, Brian Keith MacLean, Edmonton; sister, Olive MacLean, Dartmouth; brother, Kevin MacLean, Boisdale; three grandchildren. He was predeceased by brother, Harvey. No visitation. Cremation has taken place. Burial in Church of the Good Shepherd Cemetery, Reserve Mines. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sydney Memorial Chapel.
MacLEAN, (MacKinnon) Annie Mae - 76, Foot Cape, Inverness Co., died May 28, 1999 in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Inverness, she was a daughter of the late Daniel James and Cassie (MacDonald) MacKinnon. She was a member of St. John's United Church, Strathlorne. Surviving are sons, Kenneth F., Foot Cape; Lauchlin H., Salt Springs; brothers, Allan J., West Lake Ainslie; John W., West Lake Ainslie; one granddaughter; one niece. She was predeceased by her husband, Sandy "Violinist"; sister, Annie Wilson "Winnie" Miller. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, funeral 3 p.m. Sunday, both in St. John's United Church, Strathlorne, Rev. Don Willmer officiating. Burial in St. John's Cemetery. Donations to St. John's United Church Cemetery Fund. Arrangements entrusted to Inverness Funeral Home, Sydney.
MacLEAN, Stephen S. - 76, Fenwood Road, Boston, Mass., formerly of Washabuck, Victoria Co., died June 9, 1999, in the palliative care unit of Deaconess Hospital, Boston. Born in Washabuck, he was a son of the late Malcolm B. and Mary Jane (MacKenzie) MacLean. He was a former member of Holy Rosary Parish, Washabuck. He was a self-employed carpenter in Sydney for a number of years and moved to Boston in 1962, retiring there in 1989. He had a lifelong love for and interest in Scottish music. Surviving are his companion, Natalie Thomkins; sister, Mary M. MacKenzie, Waltham, Mass.; brother, Archie, Washabuck; four nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Eulalia. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Friday, funeral 11 a.m. Saturday, both in Holy Rosary Church, Washabuck, Rev. Fred Morley officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to Holy Rosary cemetery fund. Arrangements entrusted to T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.
MacLEAN, John Howard "Red Jack" - 77, MacLean Street, Sydney, died June 9, 1999, in the DVA unit, Harbourview Hospital, Sydney Mines. Born in Sydney, he was a son of the late Jim and Myriah (Petrie) MacLean. He was a veteran of the Second World War, having served overseas with the Canadian Army. He was a member of Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 128, Whitney Pier. He worked at Sydney Steel Plant, outside mechanical, retiring after 42 years service. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Parish. Surviving are his wife, the former Theresa Stevens; daughter, Ann Marie Kwok, Vancouver; sons, John, Barry, Ralph, all of Sydney; Owen, Brampton, Ont.; 13 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; sister, Rose Robertson, Sydney; stepsister, Eunice Michalsky, Etobicoke, Ont. He was predeceased by son, Kevin; daughter, Sandra in infancy; sister, Marguerite; brothers, Ralph, Tom. Funeral 11 a.m. today in Holy Redeemer Church, Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Sydney Memorial Chapel.
MacLEAN, (Dennis) Margaret Alice - 81, Glen Haven Manor, formerly of 30 Dover Ave., New Glasgow, died at the Aberdeen Hospital, Friday, June 11, 1999. Born in Truro, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Nell (Lewis) Dennis. She was a retired clerk from The Goodman Co. Ltd. She was a member of the Merigomish United Church. She is survived by son, Donald (Joyce), New Glasgow; grandson, Scott. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence; and brother, Glen. Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow, from where the funeral service will be held on Monday, June 14 at 2 p.m., with Rev. Jeannie Stright officiating. Burial will be in Murrays Point Cemetery, Merigomish. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of choice.
McLEAN, (Mitchell) Cheryl Christine - 52, 572 Abercrombie Rd., New Glasgow, died Wednesday, June 23, 1999, in Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in New Glasgow, she was a daughter of the late Frederick D. and Christine (Cameron) Mitchell. She was a resident of New Glasgow for most of her life. She was a graduate of East Pictou District High School. She then attended the former Aberdeen Hospital School of Nursing and was a centennial graduate of 1967. After graduating from the School of Nursing, she worked in the nursery of the Aberdeen Hospital for some eight years. She was a member of Trinity United Church, New Glasgow. She is survived by her husband, Woody; twins, Marla Dawne, Halifax, and Matthew Darren, at home; brother, Wade, Halifax; niece, Abigail and nephew Grant, both of Kentville. She was predeceased by brother, Kevin. Her remains will rest at the H.W. Angus Funeral Home, New Glasgow, with visitation today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 26, with Rev. Norman Marple officiating. Burial will be in Abercrombie Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to the IWK Grace Health Centre, Halifax.
MacLEAN (Kyle), Berdie Martina "Tena" - 78, 37 Dunromin Ave., Bible Hill, died after a courageous battle with kidney disease. The passing occurred in the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, at sunrise on Thursday, July 15, 1999. Born in Parrsboro, she was the daughter of the late Berton and Reta (Morse) Kyle (Parrsboro). She was employed with Zeller's Ltd. as well as Stanfield's Ltd. for a number of years. Her creativity found expression in bowling, music, flowers, gardening, clogging and her love of animals. She was a member of St. David's United Church, Bible Hill, singing in the church choir for many years. Her greatest love in life was her family. Left with loving memories are her husband of 56 years, Dan Angus MacLean; and her children, Douglas (Marilyn) Dartmouth; Bill (Shirley), Bridgewater; Marty (Audrey), Bible Hill; and Kathryn (Paul) Peppard, Kentville. She was a devoted grandmother and great-grand-mother. Also surviving are her brother, Bill Kyle (Marion), Parrsboro. She was predeceased by brothers, Benny and Lee; and sisters, Josephine, Dorothy and Shirley. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be in Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro, today from 7-9 p.m. A celebration of her life will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday in St. David's United Church, Bible Hill, Rev. Ebbie Snow officiating. Burial will be in Bible Hill Cemetery. A reception will follow in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Nova Scotia Branch.
MacLEAN, (MacDonald) Rose Rhodena - 86, Washabuck, Victoria Co., died July 16, 1999, peacefully in the Victoria County General Hospital. Born in Washabuck, she was a daughter of the late Angus Ranald and Sarah E. (MacNeil) MacDonald. She was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Washabuck. She is survived by her husband, Michael Anthony; sons, Raymond (Betty), Vancouver; Vince (Charlotte), and Angus, Washabuck; Martin (Patricia), Millville; Robert (Geraldine), Fort Murray; daughter, Judy (Mrs. Jim Matheson), Bedford; sisters, Mary C. MacDonald, Washabuck; Kay MacLean and Betty Fownes, Baddeck; Lexina, Maine; 16 grand- children; three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by an infant son, Michael; a grandson, Trevor; sisters, Theresa, Margaret, Mary, Agnes; brothers, Ranald, Roddie, Johnnie, Angus, Dan Francis, Alexander. Visitation in Washabuck Community Centre, 2-9 p.m. today, July 18. Funeral 11 a.m. Monday, July 19, in the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Washabuck with Rev. Fred Morley officiating. Burial in parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Washabuck Community Centre Association. Arrangements under the direction of MacAskill Funeral home, Baddeck.
MacLEAN, (Legere) Louise Marie - age 40 years, 2290 Union St., Westville, formerly of Moncton, N.B., passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 1999, at VG Site, QEII. Born in Moncton, August 30, 1958, she was a daughter of Dorice (LeBlanc) Legere, Moncton, and the late Archie Legere. She was an active member of Women Alike With Breast Cancer and a member of The Church of the Holy Name, Westville. Surviving are her husband, David; sons, Joseph, Jesse, both at home; sisters, Diane (Lenard), Memramcook, N.B.; Thresa (Lenard) and Yevette (Norman), all of Moncton; brother, Armand, Moncton. Visitation will be held today from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Her funeral service will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. in The Church of The Holy Name, Westville, Rev. Reg Currie officiating. Interment will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, Sylvester. Donations in her memory may be made to the Women Alike With Breast Cancer (Dragon Boat) or to the Canadian Cancer Society.
MacLEAN, Draper Daniel - 22, Mabou, died August 23, 1999, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Mabou, he was a son of Gerard and Sadie (MacMaster) MacLean and guardians, John and Marion MacLean. He was a member of St. Mary's Church, Mabou. Surviving are sisters, Randy, Arichat; Tracy, Margaree; Deniese, Melinda, Mabou; brothers, Alex, Allister, Trevor, Mabou; Joel, Sydney; Kyle, Sudbury; two nephews. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in St. Mary's Church Funeral Parlour, Mabou. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in St. Mary's Church, Mabou, Rev. Angus Morris officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery under the direction of Inverness Funeral Home. Donations to Right to Life.
MacLEAN, John Edward - 81, Tanner Hill Road, Pictou Co., died peacefully in his home, Thursday evening, August 26, 1999, surrounded by family. Born in Tanner Hill, he was a son of the late Ira and Agnes (MacLean) MacLean. He was a farmer and had also worked at Eastern Woodworkers and later at Hawker Siddeley Ltd. for 30 years until his retirement. He enjoyed gardening and fishing as hobbies and was an adherent of St. Luke's United Church, Salt Springs. He is survived by his wife, the former Elaine Aldridge; daughters, Joyce Chiasson, Tanner Hill; Helen MacLeod and husband Ken, Plymouth Park; son, Douglas, Toronto; sister, Rose Gordon, Millbrook; grandsons, Scott McLeod and wife Shirley, Stellarton; Todd McLeod (Tara), Halifax; and great-grandchildren, Christopher, Dylan and Corey; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by daughter, Mary, and two infant great-grandchildren. Visitation to be held today from 2-4, 7-9 p.m. in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday in St. Luke's United Church, Salt Springs with Rev. James Leland officiating. Interment will be in Heatherdale Memorial Gardens, Sylvester. Family flowers only, donations in his memory may be made to VON, St. Luke's United Church or to the Canadian Cancer Society.
MacLEAN, Norma Kathleen - 45, 64 McNamara Dr., formerly of Beacon Street, Glace Bay, died September 17, 1999, at home. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Murdock and Flora Ann (Strickland) MacLean. She graduated from high school in Woodstock, Ont., in 1972, and from Sydney City Hospital School of Nursing in 1975. She was then employed with Sydney City Hospital, Holy Cross and Sarafraser Hospital in Los Angeles. She then returned to the Glace Bay Community Hospital and Pulmonary Unit. She was very active in Warden United Church Choir, New Aberdeen, and Board of Stewards, UCW, Chair of Ten Days Global Justice. Surviving are son, Murdock, at home; brothers, Donald Roy, Roddie, Glace Bay; sister, Louise; a nephew; an aunt. Funeral 2:30 p.m. today in Warden United Church, Rev. Bill Mathews officiating. Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Glace Bay. In lieu of flowers, donations to Warden United Church Fund.
MacLEAN, Osborne Bismark - 82, Tatamagouche, died September 30, 1999, in Lillian Fraser Memorial Hospital, Tatamagouche. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late Thomas and Florence (Cameron) MacLean. He was a labourer in the Tatamagouche area for many years and enjoyed gardening, animals and old time music. he was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Surviving are his cousin, Viola Wall, with whom he resided; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a sister, Allie Raymond. Funeral 2 p.m. today in Coulter Funeral Home, Tatamagouche, Rev. Bonnie Kelly officiating. Burial in Wallace Cemetery. Donations to North Shore Health Services Foundation.
MacLEAN, Gertrude - Widow of Dr. A. Charles MacLean, New Richmond, Que, died September 29, 1999, in St. Martha's Hospital, Antigonish, at the age 97, 7 months. She was born in Cape Breton, but she and her husband made their home in New Richmond from the time of their marriage in 1924. She remained there after her husband's death in 1975 until 1991. Since which time she had been a resident in nursing homes in Nova Scotia, her latter days being spent in the fine care given by the Green Meadows Community Home in North Grant. Mrs. MacLean is survived by children; Peter (Patsy), Malignant Cove, Mary (John A. Campbell), Cascapedia, Que. and Dorothy (Gordon E. Bryant), Hammond, N.Y.; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. The body has been cremated. Funeral service Sunday, October 10, in St. Andrew's United Church, New Richmond, Que. Burial of ashes in the church cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to MacIsaac Funeral Home Ltd., Antigonish.
McLEAN, (Lockhart) Hilda Pauline - 89, Fairview Villa, formerly of Olivet Street and Ralston Avenue, Halifax, passed away Thursday, October 7, 1999, in the Villa. Born March 30, 1910, in River Glade, N.B., she was a daughter of the late Charles Wallace and Iva Myrtle (Jonah) Lockhart. She was an active member of Bayers Road United Baptist Church and before that First Baptist Church. She was active in missionary group IODE and Lionettes. She was an avid bridge player. She graduated from the Montreal General Hospital as a registered nurse in 1932; married Dr. Jack Edward McLean D. V. M. and moved to Halifax in 1936. She nursed in Moncton during the war. In later years she worked for the hospitality club, welcoming newcomers to Halifax. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack in 1953 and two brothers in infancy. She is survived by son, James Lockhart, Halifax; daughter, Jacqueline Anne and husband John Hilton, Halifax; granddaughters, Michelle Lee and partner Dave; Monique Andrea and husband Keith Salchenberger, Vancouver; Marla Tracy and husband Mark Hamer, Winnipeg; Lindsay Anne; step-granddaughter, Nikki; step-grandson, Tim, all of Halifax; great-grandson, Andrew James, Vancouver; sister, Elaine and husband, Ken Cooke, Halifax; Kathleen Lunn, Moncton; nieces, Lois and Louise; nephews, Bob and Kenneth; grandnieces, Victoria and Shannon. She will be missed. No visitation by request. Funeral service 3 p.m. Saturday, October 9, in Bayers Road United Baptist Church, Rev. Leslie McCurdy officiating. Interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bayers Road United Baptist Church. Arrangements entrusted to Atlantic Funeral Home, 6552 Bayers Road, Halifax.
McLEAN, (Lafford) Ruth Elizabeth - 87, Halifax, died October 6, 1999, in the New Halifax infirmary, QEII. Born in Halifax, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Sadie (Pace) Lafford. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Surviving are daughter, Barbara (Mrs. Robert Sheenan), Dartmouth; son, Kenneth (Vera), Halifax; grandchildren, Valerie, Halifax; and Paul McLean, Burnaby, B.C.; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Patrick McLean; brother, Harry. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in Cruikshank's Funeral Home, Robie Street, Halifax. Funeral mass will be held 10 a.m. Saturday in St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Duncan MacMaster officiating. Burial in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Reception to follow in the funeral home. Family flowers only. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia.
MacLEAN, Thomas Edward "Edgar" - 77, 14 Evansville Rd., Stellarton, formerly of Westville, died October 16, 1999, in the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Born in Westville, he was a son of the late John Edward and Ada (Golding) MacLean. He was an overseas veteran of the Second World War and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 28, Stellarton. He had a carpenter trade, and after leaving Westville, he lived in Europe and Montreal where he worked for 15 years, before moving back to Pictou Co., 20 years ago. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing, as his hobbies. Surviving are his daughter, Linda, Montreal; son, Thomas, Montreal; three grandchildren; brother, George, Stellarton; sister, Charlotte Wheeler, Texas. He was predeceased by sisters, Rosie, Margaret; brother, John Jr. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, funeral 2 p.m. Thursday, all in Eagles Funeral Home, Westville. Interment in Auburn Cemetery, Westville.
MacLean, (MacIntosh) Mildred Mae "Millie" - 70, Newtown, Inverness Co., died October 17, 1999, in the Strait Richmond Hospital, Evanston. Born in Pleasant Bay, Inverness Co., she was a daughter of the late Leslie and Eunice (Moore) MacIntosh. She was a seamstress and a member of St. David's United Church, Port Hastings. Surviving are daughters, Marilyn (Mrs. Harvey Warner), Troy; Linda Campbell, Dartmouth; son, Donald, Port Hastings; sister, Kathleen (Mrs. Andrew Timmons), Pleasant Bay, Inverness Co.; grandchildren, Greg Campbell, Brenna (Warner) Leger. She was predeceased by her husband, Eddie; brothers, Robert, Donald. Cremation has taken place. No visitation. Graveside service 1 p.m. Saturday October 30, in St. Andrew's United Church Cemetery, Pleasant Bay, Rev. Rose-Hannah Gaston officiating. Donations to a charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home.
MacLEAN, Harry M. - 23 Birchdale Dr., Sydney River, died October 19, 1999. Born in Bridgetown, he was a son of the late Joseph and Lucy (Dodge) MacLean. He was a co-owner/operator of MacLean Bros. Heating Ltd. He served with the Royal Canadian Army during the Second World War as a lance corporal training officer. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Kolanko; sons, Ronald, Sydney Forks; David, Douglas, Howie Centre; Joseph, Sydney River; Michael, River Ryan; sisters, Mrs. Jean Foley, Halifax; Alice Roberts, Cambridge Station; brother, Alexander D., Sydney; nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, Don, Hector; sisters, Betty Kent, Phyllis Sangster. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Rev. Norman MacPhee officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to the Victorian Order of Nurses, Cape Breton Palliative Care Society or the Canadian Red Cross.
MacLEAN, Alene - Tarbot, Victoria Co., died October 24, 1999, in Alderwood Rest Home, Baddeck. Born in Tarbot, she was a daughter of the late Allan and Rhodena (Matheson) MacLean. She was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in North River. She is survived by sisters, Rena (Mrs. Don Butts), Ontario; Bessie (Mrs. Hobert Fowler), North Sydney; brother, Roy, Baddeck. She was predeceased by brother, Murdock; sisters, Evelyn, Belle, Margaret, Jean, Margaret Rhodena. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Shirley Murdock officiating with burial in Goose Cove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church or the Matheson Memorial Fund. Arrangements entrusted to MacAskill Funeral Home, Baddeck.
MacLEAN, John Dan - 92, Glen Haven Manor, formerly of 18 Fairview Avenue, New Glasgow, passed away October 25, 1999, in Glen Haven Manor. Born in Glace Bay, he was a son of the late Allan and Katherine (Davidson) MacLean. He was a retired machinist from Trenton Steel and Pictou Shipyards. He was a member of Saint John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church. Surviving are his wife, the former Eleanor (Timmons) Kehoe; sons, Allan, Newfoundland; Gerald, Ontario; Barry, Australia; stepsons, Wayne Kehoe, British Columbia; Bill Kehoe, Westville; sisters, Catherine (Hugh) Stewart, Antigonish Co.; Anne (Elmer) MacLellan, P.E.I.; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Kathleen Fleming; brothers, Duncan, Angus, Daniel, Ferguson, Alex. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, prayers with the CWL at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, both in R.H. Porter Funeral Home. Funeral 10 a.m. Thursday, in St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Regis Halloran officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations to any charity.
MacLEAN, John Joseph - 65, 73 Oxford St., Sydney, died October 28, 1999, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born December 14, 1933, in Sydney, he was a son of the late Daniel Joseph and Theresa (MacNeil) MacLean. He was a member of St. Joseph's Parish, Sydney. Surviving are sisters, Mrs. Josephine Sears, Sydney; Mrs. Christine MacGean, Ingonish; brothers, Malcolm, with whom he resided; Michael MacLean, Sydney; sisters, Margaret, Mary. No visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial mass 9 a.m. Saturday, in St. Joseph's Church, Rev. Daniel MacDonald officiating. Burial in the family plot, Holy Cross Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney.
MacLEAN, (MacDonald) Lillian I. - Sydney River, died October 28, 1999, at home. Born in Glace Bay, she was a daughter of the late Duncan and Lillian (Phalen) MacDonald. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Sydney River. She was a member of the Spanish River Senior's Citizens Club and was very active in local modern square dancing. A nursing graduate of St. Joseph's Hospital in Glace Bay, she had just celebrated her 50th year graduation anniversary in 1998. Surviving are son, James W., at home; brother, John Eddie, Edmonton, Alta; a sister-in-law; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, James W.; sister, Mary Rose Hewgill; brothers, Robert, Alexander. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel, Sydney. Funeral 2 p.m. Saturday in Our Lady of Fatima Church, Rev. N. MacPhee officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery. Donations to any charity.
MacLEAN (McDaniel), Pauline Margaret - 79, Sydney, died November 6, 1999, at home. Born in Margaree she was the daughter of the late George James and Sarah Katherine McDaniel, Margaree. Surviving are daughters, Georgina Doucet, Halifax; Barbara, Ontario; Patricia, Ontario; sons, Alphonse, Alberta; Anselm, Sydney; Colin, Glace Bay; David, Ontario; 14 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Josephine Snow, Glace Bay; Mrs. Ann John, Halifax; Mrs. Helen Pate, Halifax; Anita Smith, Michigan; brothers, Herbert, Ontario; Austin, Margaree. She was predeceased by her husband, Angus Joseph; daughter, Helen; son, James in infancy; son-in-law, Matt Doucet. Visitation 7-9 p.m. today, 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral 11 a.m. Thursday, in St. Joseph Church, Rev. Dan MacDonald officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to Diabetes Association or any charity.
MacLEAN, (Taylor) Ruth Marion - 65, 382 Old Tatamagouche Rd., Onslow Mountain, Colchester Co., died November 10, 1999, in the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro. Born in Salmon River, Colchester Co., she was a daughter of the late Burton and Carrie (Brown) Taylor. She is survived by her husband, John William; daughter, Carla, Murrays Siding; Heather and Stan Weatherby, Upper Onslow; sons, Scott Douglas and friend Marlene, Dana Burton and wife Jan, and John Steven and Wendy, all of Calgary Alta.; Dennis Leon and wife Darlene, Red Deer, Alta.; brothers, Roy, Bible Hill; Bert, Onslow Mountain and Fred, North River; 12 grandchildren. She was predeceased by a brother, Everett and a sister, Vern. Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation by request. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, in Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro, Rev. Janet Blois officiating with burial in the Watson Cemetery, Truro. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
MacLEAN (Tattrie), Pearl Ella - 94, Maritime Oddfellows Home, Pictou, formerly of River John, passed away peacefully November 13, 1999, in the home. Born in Marshville, Pictou Co., she was a daughter of the late William and Lillian (Archibald) Tattrie. Survived by daughters, Lillian Matheson, Ladner, B.C.; Marjorie (Donald) Harris, Kentville; Janet (Jack) Baillie, Troy; Mary Josselyn, Halifax; Fern (Ronald) Zinck, Pictou; son, Donald (Margaret), River John; 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, George Robert; sisters, Annie Patriquin, Alice MacKay; brothers, George and Harry; son-in-law, Clarence Matheson; great-granddaughter, Hannah Champion. She was an active member of Frazee Rebekah Lodge 33, River John for over 60 years; member of Salem United Church, River John, and United Church Women. Visiting hours today 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in MacLeod's Funeral Home, River John, and from where a Rebekah service will be held at 6:45 p.m. this evening. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m., in Salem United Church, with Pastor David Eagles officiating. Burial in Bellevue Cemetery. Family flowers only. Donations in her memory may be made to Salem United Church; IOOF Home, Pictou, or charity of your choice.
MacLEAN, (MacDonald) Theresa Ann - 64, Harbourview, Inverness Co., died December 2, 1999, in the Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, Inverness. Born in Little Judique she was a daughter of the late Alex James and Annie (MacDougall) MacDonald. She was member of St. Peter's Parish, Porthood. Surviving are her husband, Donald; daughter, Barbara Sutherland, Harbourview; sons, Donnie, Inverness; John Elmer, Basil T., Harbourview; brothers, Daniel, Harbourview; Jimmie, Toronto; four grandchildren. Visitation 4-9 p.m. today and 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday both in Port Hood Funeral Home. Funeral 12 p.m. Saturday in St. Peter's Church, Port Hood, Rev. Paul Murphy officiating. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations to Palliative Care of the Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital or St.Peter's Cemetery Fund. Arrangements entrusted to Inverness Funeral Home.
MacLEAN, Thomas Leander - 95, Margaretville died December 9, 1999, at home. Born in Margaretville, he was a son of the late David H. and Ella (Phinney) MacLean. He was a retired farmer. He was an honorary elder with the Margaretville United Church. Surviving are daughter, Ruth (Mrs. Ross Burgess), Wilmot; sons, Arthur (Hannah), Margaretville; David, (Betty) Charlottetown; sister, Annetta (Mrs. John Weare), Fountain Valley, Calif.; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Minnie Dorman; brothers, Glenwood and Irving; sister, Genevieve. Visiting will be 7-9 p.m. today, in Warren T. Roop Funeral Home, Middleton. Funeral 3 p.m. Sunday, in the Margaretville United Church, Rev. Lisa Potter and Pastor David Egers officiating. Burial in Bayview Cemetery, Margaretville. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to Margaretville United Church or Margaretville Volunteer Fire Department.
MacLEAN, (Matthews) Mary - 63, 201 Crescent St., Sydney Mines, died December 13, 1999, in the Northside General Hospital, North Sydney. Born in Sydney Mines, she was a daughter of Mary Leah (Bragg) Matthews and the late James Matthews. She was a member of Trinity Anglican Church and the Topps Group in Sydney Mines. Surviving are her sister, Eleanor Pyke, North Sydney; brothers, Clifford, George, Sydney Mines. She was predeceased by her husband, Ervine; infant brother, James. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in Fillmore & Whitman Funeral Home. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday, in Trinity Anglican Church, Rev. Brenda (Drake) MacDonald officiating. Burial in Trinity Cemetery, Tobin Road. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Society or to Trinity Anglican Church.
MacLEAN, Daniel William - 60, River Road, Churchville, Pictou Co., died Wednesday, December 15, 1999, in the Aberdeen Hospital, New Glasgow. Born in New Glasgow, he was a son of the late John Hugh and Evelyn (Hadfield) MacLean. He was a resident of the River Road for the past five years prior to which he had resided in Hamilton, Ont. for 32 years. He had worked for STELCO Steel Manufacturing in Ontario and after moving to Pictou Co., he had been employed at the Fisheries Training School, Pictou as a commissionaire. He was a member of the St. Columba United Church, Hopewell. He is survived by his wife, the former Sybil Reid, Churchville; son, Aron (Janet); daughter, Debbie, all of Hamilton, Ont.; grandchildren, Chrystal, Sarah, Arian; sister, Joan (Mrs. John MacDonald), Winnipeg; and by a brother, David MacLean, British Columbia. He was predeceased by a sister, Connie in infancy, His remains are resting in H.C. MacQuarrie Funeral Home, Stellarton with visitation today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, in St. Columba United Church, Hopewell, Rev. Marjory Cornelius officiating, assisted by Rev. Robert Crooks. Burial will be in MacLean Cemetery, Hopewell. Family flowers only please. Donations in memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.
MacLEAN, (MacNeil) Marguerite - 78, 4 1/2 Alexandea St., Sydney, died December 22, 1999, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late James Hugh and Elizabeth (MacLean) MacNeil. Surviving are daughter, Stephanie, Sydney; sons, Vincent, East Bay; Rev. Joseph, Lt. Cdr., Greenwood; Ronald, Dartmouth; Stephen, Sydney; Allison, Sydney; sisters, Betty, Detroit; Stephanie, Toronto; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by husband, Joseph W.; sons, James, John; brothers, Ronald, Malcolm. Cremation has taken place. No visitation. Funeral 2 p.m. Monday, in St. Anthony Daniel Church. Donations to Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel.
MacLEAN, Ronald Gordon "Rannie" - 76, Lower Sackville, passed away December 26, 1999, in the New Halifax Infirmary, QEII. Born in Big Brook, Cape Breton Co., he was a son of the late Charles and Annie (Cummings) MacLean. He was an Elder at Brunswick Street United Church. He was also a veteran of the Second World War, retiring from civil service as a painter. Rannie was a loving father and a husband of 52 years. He is survived by his wife, Corine MacLean; daughter, Beverley, Fredericton; sons, Ronald, Lower Sackville; Chris, Dartmouth; sister, Annie-Belle MacLean, Cape Breton; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, Johnnie, Murdoch, Danny, Findley, Charlie; sisters, Hannah, May, Jessie and Flora. Visitation will take place 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, in J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 2666 Windsor St., Halifax. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, in the Brunswick Street United Church, Halifax, Rev. Gus Pendleton officiating. Burial will take place in Oakridge Memory Gardens. Family flowers only, donations may be made to Brunswick Street United Church, 2107 Brunswick St., Halifax, NS B3K 2Y4.
MacLEAN, James Leo - 81, 125 Inglis St., and a lifelong resident of Ashby died December 28, 1999, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Ottawa Brook, he was a son of the late Archie and Tina (MacNeil) MacLean. He was a member of St. Theresa's Parish, Sydney. He served overseas during the Second World War with RCAF and was a member of the Ashby Branch 138 Royal Canadian Legion. In his early days he played hockey and baseball in most of the leagues of his day. His greatest love in sports was for harness racing. He was employed at the Sydney Steel Corp. for 46 years in the Open Mechanical Department retiring in 1974. Surviving are his wife, the former Agnes Marguerite Scott; sons, Richard, High River, Alta.; Leonard, Sussex, N.B.; Robert, Sydney; Norman, High River, Alta.; Darren, High River, Alta.; sisters, Mrs. Theresa Rostick, New Waterford; Mrs. Mary McGrath, Sydney; Mrs. Eileen Johnson, Sydney; brothers, Redmond, Sydney; Mickey, Ontario; nine grandchildren. He was predeceased by sisters, Sister Leonardo "Anne", Mrs. Marie Gillis; brothers, Rev. Leonard MacLean; Jack MacLean. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. Thursday, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday, in St. Theresa's Church, Rev. Angus MacDougall officiating. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks. Donations to the Royal Canadian Legion Comfort Fund.
