CLARKE, Rodney Keith

Glace Bay

It is with profound sadness that we the family regret to announce the sudden passing of our son, brother, uncle, father, Rodney at home on Saturday, November 11, 2017. Born in Glace Bay, January 14, 1969, he was the son of George and Marie (Warren) Clarke.

He is survived by his children, Mason and Tristan Clarke, Glace Bay, and his siblings, George (Juanita), Rick (Lisa), all of Glace Bay.

Rodney was predeceased by his sister, Kimberley, who held a special place in his heart, and his grandparents, Lillian and Malcolm Clarke, and Susan and Edgar Warren.

Rodney lived a simple life and had his own way of thinking which in some cases may not have always been the right way.

He had a special bond with his mother “his rock” and will be missed terrible by his “sidekick” Cynthia.

He held various jobs over the years and had a talent of putting his hand to anything that needed to be built or fixed.

Rodney has had various health issues the past few years but his suffering has finally ended and he is at peace now with his sister.

Cremation has taken place. As per Rodney’s wishes, there will no visitation and will be laid to rest with his sister. There will be a private family service held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or St. Mary’s Church, Glace Bay.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting our webpage at www.tjtracey.com.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of the matriarch of our family, Janie, who passed away on Remembrance Day, November 11, 2017 at the An Cala Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital in Sydney.

Janie was born December 30, 1923 on Scaterie Island. She attended school on Scaterie Island in her earlier years and moved to Main-A-Dieu at the age of 22. She married Jim on September 8, 1942 and had 6 children.

Janie was post mistress of the Main-A-Dieu post office which was operated from her own home for 38 years. She was also an active member of the CWL for more than 50 years. Upon retiring she was known for her great love of travel. She accompanied family members all over the world, and wanted to experience every new adventure that was presented to her. She had an amazing love for all her family especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great- grandchildren. She never missed an occasion to have everyone at her home. Playing cards was an important activity she enjoyed. Her favorite saying was the more the merrier.

Janie is survived by her six children, Mary Forgeron (Sandy), Iris Thoms, Carol MacLeod (Neil), Clemmie (Miriam), Darrell (Mary Lou) and Arlene Shepard (Kirk). She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, 2 greatgreat grandchildren; one sisterin-law, Theresa Spencer, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by the love of her life, Jim, in 1978; her parents, Joe and Mayme Spencer; her son-in-law, Peter; granddaughter, Jennifer; great granddaughter, Madelyn, and her two brothers, Joe and Clem.

Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, November 15 with a Funeral service to be held 11 a.m., Thursday, both at the Immaculate Conception Parish with Father Evo Dipero officiating.

Memorial donations in Janie’s memory may be made to Main-a-Dieu Costal Discovery Centre or to the Palliative Care Unit of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

The family would like to express their gratitude to both My Cape Breton Home for Seniors and Celtic Court for their wonderful care over the past 2 years.

Arrangements are under the direction of S.W. Chant & Son Funeral.