All Obituaries

Elizabeth Mae Romeo Sydney Mines   It is with deep sadness that we, the family of Elizabeth Romeo, announce her passing at the age of ninety-five on April 29th, 2024, at the Northside Community Guest Home.  The love we have experienced as a family molds the people we aspire to be. It is the love between a mother and her children that lasts forever and helps us through this difficult time as we move forward in our lives without her.  Our mother was a stay-at-home mom who...

Violet Julia (Barber) Di Persio January 4th, 1924-April 29th, 2024 (age 100)   Violet (Barber) DiPersio, lived a long and remarkable life filled with compassion, creativity, and resilience. Born on January 4, 1924, in London, England, she was the daughter of Henry Barber and Mabel Ensum.  During her early teens, Violet worked as a secretary, taking great pride in her speed and treasuring the typewriter gifted to her by her husband in later years. When World War II began in...

Cyril “Zeke” Leblanc Alder Point It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Cyril (Zeke) LeBlanc at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Monday, April 29th, 2024.                 Cyril was predeceased by three brothers, Frank, Joe, and Willie. Five sisters: Mary, Lil, Veronica, Madonna, and Marguerite. Many brothers and sisters’ in-laws, except for brother-in-law John Thurbide,...

Patricia (Patsy) Joan Gerrow October 19, 1953 - April 25, 2024 It is with broken hearts the family announces the passing of Patricia Joan Gerrow of Sydney Mines, on Thursday, April 25th at the age of 70 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.  Patricia worked for many years with Canada Post in the office and eventually delivering mail.  It was on her routes she met a lot of friends she often spoke fondly about to her family. Middle River always held a special place in Patsy’s...

Walter Ignacious MacDonald Sydney Mines                 It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Walter Ignacious MacDonald on Wednesday, April 24th, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Born December 4th, 1957, to the late John and Clara (McDonald) MacDonald.                 Walter is survived by his sisters, Alice...

John Benjamin Eveleigh Sydney Mines It is with great sadness the family of John Benjamin Eveleigh announces his passing on Sunday, April 21st, 2024, at the Northside General Hospital with his Loving wife and family by his side. Born in Sydney Mines on June 1st, 1936, he was the son of the late Walter and Caroline Eveleigh and brother to eleven siblings – Annie, Agnes, Liza, Mary, Albert, Joe, Bill, Louie, Hurbie, Alex, and Ray. John was a proud and hardworking coal miner who worked...

WALSH, Charlotte (Lottie) Florence It is with a broken heart that we announce the passing of our dear Mother, Charlotte (Lottie) Walsh, on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the age of 95.  Mom was devoted to her family and cherished every moment she spent with them. She was married for 63 years to the love of her life, Philip Walsh, until his passing in 2010.  Lottie was born in Florence on August 7, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Simon and Sarah (Jessome) Rasmussen. ...

Joseph R (Hector) Lewis, W.O. (Retired) It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Hector on April 14, 2024, at Northside General Hospital with his family present after 11 days following a fall at home. Born August 19, 1931, to the late Harry and Maude (Hinks) Lewis, Hec enlisted in the Royal Canadian Regiment in March 1956 at the age of 24 and served for 25 and a half years. He was honorably discharged on August 19, 1981, in the capacity of Warrant Officer. He...

Mary Antoinette Jessome 30 May 1938 – 12 April 2024 With broken hearts, we, the children of Antoinette Jessome, must say goodbye to our adored mother, who passed away on April 12, 2024. The beloved eldest daughter of the late James and Marguerite (Marsh) Degaust. Mom lived and worked in Cape Breton her entire life; she excelled in many fields. In her early years, Mom did housekeeping for many families and neighbors alike. She taught school in Mill Creek for a couple of years on a...

Stella Maude (Collins) Devoe 97 Alder Point With great sadness, we announce the passing of Stella Devoe on Friday, April 12, 2024, in the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, with her son Ernie by her side. During her incredible 97 years, Stella was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Stella will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, humor, and unwavering love. She loved camping with her...