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| Quackenbush | Vicki Lynne Quackenbush | Cape Breton Post | 30/07/2005 | Maureen McNeil | The death of Vicki Quackenbush of Geary, N.B., occurred Wednesday, July 27, 2005, at her home. Born in Fredericton, N.B., on Dec. 16, 1962, she was the daughter of Thomas and Elaine (Hilliard) Robinson. Survived by her husband, Tony Quackenbush, Geary, N.B.; son, Dale Quackenbush, Fredericton, N.B.; brothers, Frank (Rosalee) Robinson, Burton, N.B., Wayne Robinson (Terri Cassidy), Nanaimo, B.C., John Robinson, Hamilton, Ont., Harold (Michelle) Robinson, Burton, N.B.; sisters, Lorri de Jong (David), Geary, N.B., Nancy Tower Stewart), Burton, N.B. Visitation will be held Sunday, July 31, 2005, from 2-4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at the Oromocto Select Community Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Monday, Aug. 1, 2005, at 2 p.m. from the Oromocto Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Weaver and Rev. Norman Woodworth officiating. Interment will be in the Geary French Lake Waterville Memorial Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to a charity of the donor's choice. www.oromoctofh.com | |||
| QUANN | Anna Christina (O'Handley) QUANN | Chronicle Herald | 03/10/2006 | QUANN (O'Handley), Anna Christina QUANN (O'Handley), Anna Christina - Dominion, died September 30, 2006, in Cape Breton Regional Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Annie (Petrie) and Hugh O'Handley. Surviving are daughter, Linda (Les) MacLeod; sons, Michael, Shawn; eight grandchildren; two great-grandsons; special niece, Peggy (Dave) Delorey and their children. She was predeceased by brothers, Roy and Michael. Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. today in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Wednesday in St. Eugene's Parish Church, Dominion. Burial in the parish cemetery. On-line condolences available through: www.vjmcgillivray.ca |
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| QUANN | Jessica C. QUANN | Jessica C. QUANN,- 94, 3 McDonald Lane, Glace Bay, passed away September 28, 2000, in the Glace Bay Health Care Complex. Born in London, Eng., on July 11, 1906, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Sarah (Billings) Tredwell. Surviving are her son, Charles, Glace Bay; daughter, Camilla Forget, Montreal, Que.; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. She was the last surviving member of the Tredwell family. She was predeceased by her husband, Michael Quann. Funeral service 2 p.m. today in Curry Funeral Home Chapel. | 28/09/2000 | Born in London, Eng., on July 11, 1906 | ||||
| Quann | Mrs. Charles Quann | GLACE BAY COASTAL COURIER | 01/08/1986 | Carol MacLean | - Glace Bay. Mrs. Charles Quann, RN, (nee Neville) 44, of 62 Brookland Street died Thursday January 2, 1986 at the Glace Bay Community Hospital. Besides her mother, Ann (Morrison) Neville, she is survived by her husband, three daughters Karen Melenchik of Grand Fall, Nfld., Virginia Lea at home, Cathy, a student at St. Mary's University, three stepchildren Linda (Mrs. Lester MacLeod) of Glace Bay, Shawn of Medicine Hat, ALberta, and Michael of Cold Lake, Alberta, two brothers James and Jackie, both of Ottawa, Ontario. | |||
| Quann | Mrs. John Quann | Sydney Post Record | 27/03/1935 | Maureen McNeil | Oldest Resident of Glace Bay Passes Away - Mrs. John Quann dies in her 97th year - Was a Native of Lingan - Glace Bay March 27 - Believed to be the oldest woman in Glace Bay, Mrs. John Quann passed away this afternoon at the home of Mr. Alex Matheson New Aberdeen at the advanced age of ninety-seven years. Mrs. Quann was born at Lingan and her husband the late Matthew Quann passed away 37 years ago. For the past 35 years she had resided with Mr. Matheson, her son-in-law at New Aberdeen and she was one of the best known and most highly esteemed old ladies in that part of town. Surviving her are a daughter, Mrs. Daniel C. Brown of Caledonia and a son Mr. Thomas Quann, also of Caledonia. Another daughter the late Mrs. Alex Matheson, with whom Mrs. Quann resided, passed away four months ago. Surviving are a number of grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral announcement will be made later, the funeral likely to be held on Thursday. (The headline names her husband as John and in the obit he is called Matthew) | |||
| Quibble | Allan Quibble | GLACE BAY COASTAL COURIER | 05/03/1980 | Carol MacLean | Allan Quibble - February 24, 1980, Allan Quibble, NewFoundland, former resident of Water Street, Glace Bay. Survived by his wife nee Victoria Prosper, five children. Services in Corner Brook, Nfld. | |||
| Quigley | James S. Quigley | Sydney Post Record p 3 | 18/01/1943 | R. Fraser | INJURIES CLAIM LIFE OF INVERNESS MINER Inverness, Jan 17 - Employed as overman in the Inverness colliery, James S Quigley, 38, died on Saturday from injuries sustained in an accident in the mine. He was found lying across the roadway and is believed to have become fouled of the rope on the haulage drum. Quigley was alive when found, and succumbed before he was brought to the surface. Medical examination revealed a severe chest injury directly over the heart. Passing Regretted A native of this town, a son of John Quigley and the late Mrs Quigley, he was popularly known and esteemed and his tragic passing has caused deep regret. Besides his widow, he is survived by one daughter, Patricia, three sons, James, Jr.; Harold and Gordon. In addition to his father, he also leaves one sister, Mrs Cyril Va[???], New Waterford; four brothers, William, George, Richard and Tom. Masonic Member He was a Past Master of the Masonic Lodge here. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon. An inquiry into the accident will be conducted into the fatality. | |||
| QUIGLEY | John William QUIGLEY | The Chronicle Herald | 28/12/2009 | QUIGLEY, John William — 95, Kingsport, Kings Co., formerly of Halifax, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2009, in Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Inverness, Cape Breton, he was a son of the late Samuel and Mary Sarah (Cameron) Quigley. He had been employed as Chief Financial Officer with Maritime Accessories Limited and was later employed as comptroller with Atlantic Oxygen and its associated companies. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, the former Marian Ross; daughter, Diane (Kevin) Murphy, Seabright, Halifax Co.; son, John "Ross" (Patricia) Quigley, Toronto, Ont.; grandchildren, Lori, Christopher, Jason, Brandon, Jeremy, Jonathan and Sam; six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, in White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 31, in Emmanuel United Church, Kingsport, Rev. Curtis MacDonald and Rev. Tony Newell officiating. Interment will take place in Habitant Cemetery. A reception will follow in Emmanuel United Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory may be made to Emmanuel United Church, Kingsport. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. On-line inquiries or condolences may be directed to: www.whitefamilyfuneralhome.com |
28/12/2009 | Inverness | ||
| Quigley | Richard S. Quigley | GLACE BAY COASTAL COURIER | 16/07/1980 | Carol MacLean | Richard S. Quigley - June 29, 1980, Richard S. Quigley, 74, of 487 Smith Street, New Waterford. Native of Mabou. Survived by wife nee Bertha Burny, one son, one sister. Services in New Waterford. | |||
| Quigley | William Quigley | GLACE BAY COASTAL COURIER | 04/09/1986 | Carol MacLean | - New Waterford. William Quigley, 53, 3448 Centre Lane, died at the New Waterford Hospital on Tuesday April 01, 1986. Born in Inverness, he was a son of the late Tomas and Euphemia (MacLean) Quigley. Mr. Quigley was a retired coal miner. PRior to his retirement, he had worked in No. 18, No. 12, No. 26 and Lingan collieries. He was, also an avid sportsman. Mr. Quigley is survived by his wife, the former Joan Petrie, three sons David, James and Richard, all of New Waterford and by one daughter Deborah at home and also by seven grandchildren. He is also survived by three sisters, Linda (Mrs. Gary Lynds) of Truro, Jemina (Mrs. Leo Hutchinson) of New Waterford and Jessie (Mrs. Eldridge Frizzell) of Truro and by two brothers Thomas of Truro and John of New Wataerford. The body rested at the V.J. McGillivary Funeral Home, 380 Smith Street. Funeral mass was held Thursday at 2 pm. in St. Agnes Church with cremation of the body following. | |||
| Quinlan | Bella Jean Quinlan | Cape Breton Post | 28/09/2009 | Bella Jean Quinlan Bella Jean Quinlan, peacefully Sept. 25, 2009, at Hamilton General Hospital in her 82nd year with her family by her side. Loving wife of 61 years of the Late James ‘Jim’ Edmond Quinlan. Devoted mother of Arlene Cogswell (Bob), Jimmy, Joseph (Joyce) and Robert (Deborah). She will be missed by her grandchildren, Chris (Mary), Shelley (Christopher), Douglas (Jeanette), Amanda, Little Joe, Sean, Carolanne, Danielle and Michael, and her great-grandchildren, Brittany, Ashley, Christopher, Chelsea, Gordon, Adam, Taylor, Maddy and Lucassi. Survived by her brother. Ernest Hoban. Predeceased by her brother, Doug Hoban. A memorial service will take place at the Marlatt Funeral Home, 615 Main St. E., Hamilton, on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Donations to the Salvation Army would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.mem.com. |
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| Quinlan | Kevin Joseph Quinlan | Cape Breton Post | 03/12/2005 | Maureen McNeil | Kevin Joseph Quinlan, 41, passed away as a result of an industrial accident on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2005. Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Con and Claire MacDougall (Quinlan). Kevin was a member of Holy Redeemer parish. He enjoyed coaching basketball as assistant coach for Whitney Pier Memorial Junior High. For the past eight years, he was involved with Coats for Kids along with his son, Trevor. Surviving are his loving wife, Wanda (Leighton); sons, Trevor and Jeffrey, at home; sisters, Joan, Theresa (Bob) Howell, Corinne and Carol (Dave) Bateman, Halifax, Elaine, Calgary, and Audrey (Barry) Myrden, Australia; brothers, John, Sydney, and David, Halifax; godmother, Kay MacDougall; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Kevin was predeceased by his daughter, Dawn-Marie. Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place at Holy Redeemer Church,Wednesday 11 a.m., Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Memorials may made to a charity of choice. A thousand words won't bring you back, I know because I've tried, And neither will a million tears, I know because I've cried, You left behind some broken hearts,And happy memories too, I never wanted memories, I only wanted you.Condolences may be sent to the family at sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. | |||
| Quinn | Brent Adrian Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 04/03/2008 | Brent Adrian Quinn 1954-2008 - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brent Adrian Quinn, age 53, on Feb. 29, 2008, after a short illness, at High River Hospital, Okotoks, Alta. Formerly of South Bar, he was the son of the late Emma (Rutherford) and Adrian Quinn. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Carol (Craig); daughter, Stacey and son, David, both living at home; brothers, Stephen (Donna), Kingston, Ont., Stuart and Philip, South Bar; sisters, Cheryl (Lloyd) Dicks and JoAnn Quinn, Sydney, and Sylvia Green, Dartmouth; sisters-in-law, Joan (Fred) Rockall, Millbrook, Ont., Linda (Kerry) McDonagh, Hamilton, Ont., Liz (Allan) Catherwood, Cayuga, Ont.; and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother, Donald, brother-in-law, Melvin Green, mother and father in-law, Jack and Betty Craig. Brent worked for 25 years as a welder in Calgary and most recently as health and safety manager for Kayden Industries in Alberta, for the last five years. He travelled extensively with his beloved family and also loved to play golf and hockey with his friends. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Snodgrass Funeral Home, 200 Woodgate Rd., Okotoks, Alta., where a celebration of his life will take place Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 2 p.m. A memorial mass will be held at St. Joseph's Church, New Victoria on Saturday, March 8, 2008, at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be made through www.snodgrassfuneralhomes.com. | 29/02/2008 | |||
| Quinn | Dorothy Beatrice Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 18/09/2004 | Carol MacLean | DOROTHY BEATRICE (MARSH) QUINN - 84 - Mill Creek - "The Angels are singing in Heaven". It is with great sadness that we annouce the passing of our beloved Mom, Dorothy Quinn, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, Friday September 17, 2004. Mom fought many battles in her life. She was always so strong and courageous. This time was no different. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mill Creek, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sebina (Jessome) Marsh. She was a member of St. Jospeh's Parish, Bras d'Or. Dorothy was the loving wife of her husand Joseph for 65 wonderful years. She was a mother, like no other, to her children, Shirley (Kenny) Christie of Englishtown, Johnny (Angela) of Alder Point, Donna (John) MacDonald, of Lower Sackville, Cameron (Debbie) of Toronto, Greg (Wanda) of Mill Creek, Valerie (Tommy) Long of Point Aconi, Audrey (John) of Mill Creek, Joanne of Bras d'Or and Maryon (Richard) McNeil of Millville. She was a devoted grandmother to her 20 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Also surviving are her sisters, Josephine Campbell of Mill Creek, and Frances Jessome of Point Aconi. Dorothy was predeceased by her loving daughter, Rose of Lower Sackville, and her infant daughter Joan, her brothers Clarence, Buddy, Melvin, Leo, Pat and Garfield, and her sisters Hazel and Viola. She brightened the lives of many with her good humour (her go-power) and her strong belief in people and the Almighty God. Mom dedicated her life to her family and in return, we dedicated our lives to her, especially Val (Mother Theresa) who gave up so much more. God bless you Val. We remember most a happy home filled with so much love and hospitality. Mom, was a mother, not only to her children, but to everyone who knew her. She spent the last year at the Northside Guest Home, where she had the healthiest year we can remember. They took such good care of our Angel. God Bless you all. We shall never forget. While living at the guest home, mom always enjoyed spending the weekends at her home in Mill Creek. Visitation for the late Mrs. Quinn will be held Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 pm in G.R. Francis and Son Funeral Home, Sydney Mines. The funeral mass will take place Monday at 10 am in St. Joseph's Church, Bras d'Or, with Fr. Bogden Sianozecki officiaiting. Burial in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Northside Community Gurest Home. "Mom will be greatly missed by all who knew her. With the Angels, mom, you always will be coming out smelling like a beautiful rose" | |||
| Quinn | Isabel Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 21/02/2008 | Isabel Quinn 95, Piper's Cove - It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Isabel Quinn, 95, a lifetime resident of Piper's Cove, on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Piper's Cove, she was the daughter of the late Michael H. and Mary Margaret (MacNeil) MacNeil. She was a lifetime and very devoted member of St. Barra parish and a former member of the parish ladies auxiliary. She is survived by two sons, Michael Dan (Delores), Grand Rapids, Mich.; Dr. Bryan Quinn, Piper's Cove; two daughters, Mary E. (Steve) Horyl, Piper's Cove; Diane Ward, Sarnia, Ont.; a sister, Mary S. McDonald, Woburn, Mass.; daughter-in-law, Isabel Quinn; seven grandchildren, Anne Marie, James, Margaret, Daniel, Kathleen, John, Vanessa; five great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. She was predeceased by her husband Bernard, son James, brother Hector J. and sisters, Mary C. Burke, Catherine Raddin, Mary A. Hammond, Elizabeth M. Ruggerio and sister-in-law Mary Farrell. Visitation for the late Mrs. Quinn will take place today (Thursday) from 6-9 p.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel and continuing from 12 noon on Friday at St. Barra Church, Christmas Island where a funeral mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. with Rev. Charles Donovan officiating. Interment in the parish cemetery. Donations may be made to the C.B. Regional Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to or sign the guest book at www.mem.com Life is a journey we all must take and each must go alone. It's all a part of the Master's plan a step on the road to home. | 19/02/2008 | Born in Piper's Cove | ||
| Quinn | James Quinn | 22/10/2005 | Carol MacLean | Jim Quinn, 75, of Grand Narrows, passed away suddenly Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005. Born in Piper's Cove, he was the son of Mrs. Isabel Quinn of Piper's Cove and the late Bernard Quinn. Jim worked for the Department of Highways on the C. Monty MacMillan at Grand Narrows, retiring as captain in the early 90s. He then was employed by the Northside District School Board for a number of years. He is survived by his wife, the former Isabel Fraser; a daughter, Anne Marie, Toronto; a son, James Gerard (Donna), Hornepayne, Ont.; two brothers, Dr. Brian, Piper's Cove, Michael Dan (Delores), Grand Rapids, Mich.; two sisters, Mary E. (Steve) Horyl, Piper's Cove, Mrs. Diane Ward, Sarnia, Ont.; and by his grandson, James R. Visitation for the late Mr. Quinn will take place at St. Barra's Church, Christmas Island, Sunday from 2-4 and 7- 9 p.m. A funeral mass will be celebrated Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Barra's Church with Rev. Charles Donovan officiating. Interment in St. Barra's Parish Cemetery, Christmas Island. Donations may be made to the Canadian Hear t a n d Stroke Foundation or St. Barra's Building Fund. Funeral arrangements under the direction of T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. | ||||
| Quinn | Kevin Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 02/11/2005 | Carol MacLean | Kevin Quinn, 68, a resident of St. Ann's Street, Whitney Pier, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2005, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney, after a brief battle with cancer. Born in Carbonear,Nfld., he was the son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Coombs) Quinn. Kevin was a member of Holy Redeemer parish and the Royal Canadian Le gion, Branch 138, Ashby. Until retirement, he was employed with Sydney Steel. Kevin will be sadly missed by his family, friends and all who knew him. Surviving are his wife, Sharon (Ayre); sons, Kelly, at home, Kenny (Dena), North Sydney, and Kirk, Halifax. Kevin lived for his six little angels, his grandchildren,Kenny, Cassie, Kelsey, Courtney, Carlo and Colby. He is also survived by sister, Marcella, Kitchener, Ont.; and brothers, Richard 'Dick' (Rosalie), Newfoundland, and Melvin, New Waterford. Kevin was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Corbett and brother, Jim. Visitation will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel, Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will take place at Holy Redeemer Church, Friday, 11 a.m., Rev. Errol MacDonald officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at sydmemchapel@ns.sympatico.ca. | |||
| QUINN | Mary Martha QUINN | Mary Martha QUINN, - 80, East Bay, passed away April 4, 2000, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in Sydney, she was a daughter of the late Danny and Sadie (MacPherson) MacIntyre, Sydney. She was a lifelong member of St. Mary's Parish, East Bay. She loved her home life. Surviving are daughters, Donna Murphy, Northside East Bay; Sadie Chaisson, Sydney; Ann Marie Crawley, Northside East Bay; sons, John, Wayne, Sydney; Michael, East Bay; Billy, Northside East Bay; sisters, Theresa MacArthur, Rita Taushaus, Suzie MacEachern, Catherine, Sydney; brother, Johnnie MacIntyre, Sydney Forks; 17 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Frank in 1987; daughter, Ada in infancy; granddaughters, Lori-Lynn, Melanie Rose; grandson, Frank; sister, Peggy; brother, Mickey. Visitation 2-4, 7-9 p.m. today, in T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel. Funeral 11 a.m. Friday in St. Mary's Church, Rev. Francis Abbass officiating. Burial in parish cemetery, East Bay. Donation to St. Mary's Parish Cemetery Fund, East Bay. | 04/04/2000 | Born in Sydney | ||||
| Quinn | Michael D. Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 05/01/2009 | Michael Quinn - Mr. Michael D. Quinn, 73, of Rockford, Mich., passed awayFriday, Jan. 2, 2009. To meet his military obligation in Canada as aCanadian citizen, Michael fulfilled his military obligation by serving inthe U.S. Army.He is survived by his wife, the former Delores M. McClellan whom he marriedApril 25, 1964; children, Margaret Mary and Larry Collins, Daniel and JanisQuinn, John Quinn, Kathleen Quinn; grandchildren, Naomi Colby, JosephQuinn, Kirsten Felty, Nicole Felty, Kirstin Ruud, Erika Ruud;great-grandchildren, Holly and Abigail; brothers and sisters, MaryElizabeth and Stephen Horyl, Cape Breton, Mrs. Diane Ward, Sarnia, Ont.,Dr. Bryan Quinn, Sydney; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Mrs. IsabelQuinn, Linda McClellan, Christine Potes and Timothy McClellan (MerriRichardson); and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Isabel Quinn, abrother, James, and a grandson, Jonathan Collins. The Mass of ChristianBurial for Michael will be offered Monday at 11 a.m. at Our Lady ofConsolation Catholic Church, Rockford, with The Rev. Tony Russo presiding.Interment in Assumption BVM Cemetery. The rosary was prayed Sunday at 8p.m. at the funeral home.Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider theConsolata Missionary Sisters, 6801 Belmont, NE, Belmont, Mich., 49306.Relatives and friends met with family from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at thePederson Funeral Home 127 N. Monroe St., Rockford, Mich., 49341 and priorto the Mass at the church today. The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford,Mich.,www.pedersonfuneralhome.com. | 02/01/2009 | |||
| Quinn | Raymond Joseph Quinn | Cape Breton Post | 03/05/2005 | Maureen McNeil | It is with great sadness that we, the family announce the passing of Raymond Joseph Quinn, 7 7 , o f S o u t h B a r, wh i ch occurred Monday, May 2, 2005, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in South Bar, he was a son of the late Surdick and Mary (Digou) Quinn. Raymond was a member of St. Alphonsus Church, South Bar, and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 12, Sydney. He was a member of the militia reserves for 30 years and retired from the Sydney Steel Corp. , open hearth department, after 40 years of service. Raymond's true passion was lobster fishing and he enjoyed his summers in Ben Eoin. Ray is survived by his wife, the former Frances Snow, South Bar; six children, Bernie (Phil), Greg (Paulette), Raylene and Darrell (Tammy), all of South Bar, Shelley (Ed) and Colleen, both of Ontario; three sisters, Flo, South Bar, Colleen, Sydney, and Delores, Montreal; and one brother, Leo, South Bar. Grampy is also survived by his seven grandchildren, Mark, Shauna, Amanda, Jillian, Madison, Quinn and Brody; three great-grandchildren, Damon, Micaela and Aurora. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Gerti, Thelma, Marion, three brothers, Adrian, Howie and Bernie. In accordance with Ray's wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 5, at 11 a.m. in St. Alphonsus Church, with Fr. Jim Attwood officiating with burial in the parish cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to our web page at www.chantfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of S.W.Chant & Son Funeral Home. | |||
| Quinn | William Quinn | Sydney Post Record p 9 | 12/01/1950 | R. Fraser | Millville, Jan. 11 - The funeral of William Quinn, well known resident of Millville, was held from the family residence and was largely attended. Solemn Requiem High Mass was celebrated at St. Joseph’s Church, Bras d’Or, with Rev. J. MacKenzie as celebrant, with Rev. Neil MacKenzie as sub- deacon. Interment was in St. Joseph’s Cemetery with Rev. Father MacInnis officiating at the graveside. Pallbearers were James, Donald and Nathan MacNeil, D. K. MacDonald, Frank Reashore and Michael Flemming. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of the W. J. Dooley Funeral Services. | |||
| Quinton | Melvin 'Bud' Quinton | Cape Breton Post | 02/03/2009 | It is with deep regret that we, the family announce the passing of Melvin (Bud) Quinton, 79, who completed the circle of life on Feb. 27, 2009. Born in Glace Bay, N.S., Dec. 19, 1929. Loving husband to Dorothy (Dot). Loving father to daughters, Debbie Racicot, Darlene (Charlie) Grieco, Wendy (Danny) Knoll; and to son, Mark (Marilyn) Quinton. Grandfather to Jason, Amanda, Stephanie, Anthony, Jordyn, Mackenzie, Travis and Lindsay. Great-grandfather to little Gavan. Bud was predeceased by his parents, Victor John and Mary Ellen (Nellie) Quinton and brother, Ray. He leaves behind his brothers, Vic and Al and his sister, Vera. Friends called at the Steckley-Gooderham Funeral Home, 201 Minet’s Point Rd. at Yonge Street, Barrie, Ont., on Sunday from 4-9 p.m. Service in the chapel Monday at 2 p.m. Interment St. Paul’s Cemetery, Innisfil. Donations to the RVH Regional Cancer Care Centre would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.steckleygooderham.com. "Gone back to the Bay "Bye"" | 27/02/2009 | 19/12/1929 at Glace Bay | ||
| Quirk | Agnes Quirk | Cape Breton Post | 23/02/2010 | Agnes Quirk Born in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Born on: 08/04/1918 Passed away in: Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada Passed away on: 21/02/2010 The family of Agnes Quirk, sadly announce her passing Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010, at Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility, Sydney. Born April 8, 1918, Agnes was the daughter of the late Norah (Bransfield) and James Henry Quirk. Agnes was a carefree spirit who loved life and lived it to the fullest. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by sisters, Margaret MacAdam, Sydney, Norah Buggs, Oakville, Ont.; and brother, John Quirk, Antigonish. Agnes also leaves behind, nieces, Peggy MacAdam, Nora Jones, Kathy Eccles, Rosann Harrison, Clare Ann Quirk, Anne Marie Quirk; nephews, Jim Quirk, Shaun Quirk, Patrick Quirk and Jim Buggs. Agnes also leaves Carol Burton, her friend and caregiver in her final years. She was predeceased by her sister, Dorothy and brothers, Tom and Jim. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Agnes Church, Halifax on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. Interment in Gates of Heaven Cemetery, Lower Sackville. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Anne’s Bay, Harbourstone, for the warm care and compassion which Agnes received. Condolences to TWCurry.com. |
21/02/2010 | Sydney 08/04/1918 | ||
| Quirk | Alexander 'Alex' Quirk | Cape Breton Post | 01/10/2009 | Alexander 'Alex' Quirk, North Sydney Born in 02/01/1933 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our brother and uncle Alexander ‘Alex’ Quirk, age 76, on Monday, Sept. 28, 2009 at his residence. Born in North Sydney on January 2, 1933, Alex was the son of the late Alexander and Florence (Hunt) Quirk. In his earlier years he worked as a bellman at the King Edward Hotel in Toronto and then later as caretaker at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #19 in North Sydney until his retirement, and was also associate member of the branch. He was a member of St. Joseph Church, North Sydney. He is survived by his two sisters, Florence MacGuire, Yorkton, Sask., and Madeleine Rouleau, Ajax, ON; two brothers Michael Quirk, North Sydney, and Gervais (Ruth) Quirk, Howie Center and a number of nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Myrna; his brothers, George and Bill Quirk and sisters, Ava Robinson, Josephine Bond, Gladys Campbell, Agnes Hall, Sue Keeping and Margaret Perry. Visitation for Alex will be held from 2-4 and 7-9 Friday in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Jim Attwood officiating. Burial in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Sydney. Memorial donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. or a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to info@wjdooley.ca. |
28/09/2009 | North Sydney Jan. 2, 1933 | ||
| Quirk | Florence Quirk | The Cape Breton Post | 09/06/1970 | Maureen McNeil | - North Sydney -The death of Mrs. Florence Quirk, 73, of 28 Stanley St. occurred Monday morning at St. Elizabeth Hospital after an illness of some time. The former Josephine Hunt, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Hunt of Burin, Nfld. She resided in North Sydney for the past sixty years. Mrs. Quirk was predeceased by her husband Alexander J. in 1950. A member of St. Joseph's Church, she was active in the Children of Mary of that church. She was also a member of the Armstrong Memorial Branch 19 of the Royal Canadian Legion. Surviving are four sons, George, Michael, Gervase, all of North Sydney, Alex in Toronto, by eight daughters, Eva, Mrs. John Robinson; Margaret, Mrs. William Perry; Josephine, Mrs. John Bond, all residing in North Sydney; Gladys, Mrs. Dan R. Campbell, Glace Bay; Susan, Mrs. Douglas Keeping, Ottawa; Madeline, Mrs. Roger ?Roulean, Ajex, Ont.; Agnes, Mrs. Michael Hall, Toronto; and Florence, Mrs. Bruce Maquire, Oshawa, Ont.; 56 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren, and a brother Richard Hunt in Nyanza. The body is resting in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, from where the funeral will be held Thursday in time for Mass of Requiem in St. Joseph's Church at 2:30 pm.. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery. |
