BURRIDGE, Robert
Published: December 29, 2021
Westmount
Robert Burridge, 89, of Westmount, passed away Monday, Dec. 27, 2021, at his residence surrounded by his family. Born in Port Aux Basques, NL, on Feb. 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Augustus and Mary (Anderson) Burridge. Robert started working with CNR in Port Aux Basques as a freight handler. He married his wife Shirley in 1953 and they moved to Sydney in 1959. Where they stayed, he retired as a House painter and wall paper hanger.

Robert is survived by his daughters, Marilyn (Wayne) Joyce, Balls Creek, and Gail Burridge, Balls Creek; sister Joyce Savoury, Belloram, NL; brothers, Norman (Hilda), London, ON, and Lloyd, Grand Bay, NL; grandchildren, Craig (Tammy) Joyce, Christopher (Veronica) Joyce and Crystal Cormier; great-grandchildren, Braeden and Brielle McLean, Leland Joyce and Silas Ward, and a great-great-granddaughter, Paige Wells. He was predeceased by his wife Shirley (Maloney), brothers, George, Phillip, Stewart and Russell.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. A family service will be held at a later date with interment in Brookside Cemetery, Sydney Mines. Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.com or emailed to sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca

COLLINS, Edith
Published: December 18, 2021
At the age of 101 years our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Edith Collins passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. Born July 2, 1920, in Channel-Port Aux Basque, NL, she was the daughter of the late William and Miriam (Garland) Richards. Edith was a devoted member of St. Alban's Anglican Church, Whitney Pier, where she was also a member of the ACW for almost 50 years. Before retirement, she worked at Crowells Department Store and Moraff Crafts.

Edith is survived by her daughters, Mary Lou Richards, Patricia Collins and Susanne Murphy; grandchildren, Paula, Karen (Paul), Scott (Jody) and David (Kelly); great-grandchildren, Tyler, Lucas, Jacob, Olivia and Katelyn; sisters, Evelyn (the late Reg) Battler, Kitchener, ON and Alice (the late Jack) Evans, Sydney and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Harold Collins; sisters, Anne (George) Smith, Kathleen (Harold) Halfyard and Elizabeth (Loyal) Freake and son-in-law, Robert Richards.

A private family service will be held at Sydney Memorial Chapel. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens at a later date. Memorials may be made to St. Alban's Anglican Church, the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca

EVANS, Sandy Richard
Published: December 14, 2021
North Sydney
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Sandy Richard Evans, age 84, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Sandy passed peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, December 10, 2021 in the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney. Born in English Harbour West, Newfoundland, on July 31, 1937, Sandy was the son of the late Albert and Phoebe (Barnes) Evans.

His working career began in 1957 with the Bank of Nova Scotia, North Sydney, which then took him to various places in Nova Scotia, as well as Kingston and Toronto, Ontario. He returned to North Sydney in 1972 to work in the seafood industry, first with H.B. Nickerson and Sons, later with Seaborn Products, Bonne Bay Seafoods and finally with The Barrie Group, retiring in 2000. Sandy served as the treasurer of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney for thirty years. He was also active in the parish as lay reader, warden and member of the parish council. He enjoyed sailing and was active with the Junior Sailing Program at the Northern Yacht Club for a number of years. In his younger years he was a member of the #562 Cabot Squadron, Air Cadets.

Sandy is survived by his wife, Esther (Jackson) Evans, by his daughters; Dawn Evans and Jennifer Evans both of North Sydney; grandchildren; Victoria, Alex, Amy, Stephanie, Kathryn and Brett; great-grandsons; Aidan and Gavin; sister, Ruby (Evans) Shaw and brother, Peter (Irene) Evans, both of Ontario and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents Sandy was predeceased by a sister, Nina (Evans) Campbell and brother, Levi Evans.

By request there will be no visitation. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, December 16, 2021, at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church with Canon Reg MacDonald officiating. Covid-19 restrictions will be followed with proof of vaccinations, photo identification and wearing of masks mandatory. Burial will take place at Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Heart and Stoke Foundation of Nova Scotia, Junior Sailing Program NYC, or to a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant Street, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.wjdooley.com

HODDER, Captain Levi Martin
Published: December 22, 2021
North Sydney
It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Captain Levi Martin Hodder, age 78, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend, on Sunday, December 19, 2021. Born in Burin, NL, he was the son of the late Samuel and Alice (Hines) Hodder. Levi worked as a fisherman for most of his life. He worked on draggers for National Sea Products and Clearwater Fisheries, retiring as a captain in 2001. He was also a talented carpenter who enjoyed working on many projects from kitchen cabinets to holiday crafts. In earlier years he loved to take his family camping throughout Newfoundland as well as various stops along the Cabot Trail. Levi enjoyed music, especially country and was a frequent patron of the North Sydney Fire Hall. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney and a former member of Fulton Orange Lodge in North Sydney.

He is survived by his darling wife and love of his life for over 55 years, Elizabeth "Betty" (Mayo) Hodder; by his four children, Paula (Vaughn) Whyte, Sydney Mines; Dianne (David) Power, North Sydney; Valerie Hodder (Blair Bishop), Ross Ferry; Colin Hodder, Calgary; seven grandchildren, Kathleen, Kenneth, Meagan, Brooke, Colin, Curt, Florence; four great grandchildren, Thomas, Madison, Winston, Lennon; four sisters, Madeline (Edgar) Broydell, Edie Jean (Alvin) Taylor, both of Burin, NL; Mary Hodder, Marystown, NL; Faye (Cedric) Banfield, Garnish, NL; three brothers, Robert (Irene) Hodder, Burin, NL; Maxwell (Jane) Hodder, Marystown, NL; Randy (Bonnie) Hodder, Rock Harbour, NL; his brother-in-law, Ray Grandy, Garnish, NL and his life-long friend, John Fitzgerald. Besides his parents, Levi was predeceased by his son, Winston Hodder; three grandchildren, Hogan and Morgan Power, Skye Hodder; a sister, Patricia Grandy and three brothers, Kenneth, Thomas and Samuel Hodder.

There will be no visitation by request. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney, with Canon Reg MacDonald officiating. Covid-19 protocol regarding proof of vaccination, photo ID, wearing of masks and limited seating will be adhered to. Burial will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, North Sydney. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant Street, North Sydney. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.wjdooley.com

WALKER, Margaret "Marina"
Published: December 24, 2021
Margaret "Marina" Marie (Duffitt) Walker, 80, of Leeside Drive, Coxheath passed away Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at the Cove Guest Home, Sydney. Born in Monroe, NL, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Elsie (Boone) Duffitt of Trinity Bay, NL. Marina was a member of the United Protestant Church of Sydney River.

Marina is survived by her son, Joseph (Kellie) of Yarmouth; her daughter, Heather (Steven) Smith of Coxheath; grandson, Tyler Smith; sister, Nita Lane; brother, Bill (Patricia) Duffitt; sister-in-law, Elsie Duffitt of Eastport, NL; and step-granddaughter, Katlyn Robertson, of Yarmouth. She was predeceased by her husband, George Andrew Walker; sister, Nellie (Eldred) Stanley; brothers, Lin Duffitt and Alex Duffitt; and brother-in-law, Thomas Lane.

Our mother, Marina, was truly the best mother with a heart of gold. We are so blessed to have had her in our lives. She always ensured everyone was well taken care of before her own needs were met. Children held a special place in her heart as she raised many as her own. Her grandson, Tyler, was especially important and a source of great pride. Among those she cared for are, Sarah Jean (Campbell) Lynk and David Campbell, who were always thought of as her own family.

Marina was a lover of animals and had a special connection with any stray cat, dog or bird looking for comfort. Dementia had taken our beloved mother several years before her passing. However, in death, we know she has returned to her fun-loving and caring self. Our special angel is now in Heaven and in our living memories and our hearts until we are together once more. A special thank you to all the nurses and staff at the Cove Guest Home for your continued care and compassion during this final stage of Marina's life. Your incredible care and proactive approach made Marina's stay comfortable and provided peace of mind for her family. Final arrangements and service will be announced later. Donations in Marina's name may be made to the Cove Guest Home or Nova Scotia SPCA - Cape Breton Shelter. Words of comfort can be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca or e-mail sydneymemorialchapel@ns.sympatico.ca