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Patrick Henry McGuire
1928 - 2017
Patrick Henry McGuire
1928 - 2017
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BORN
1928
DIED
2017
Patrick McGuire Obituary
July 29, 1928 – Sept 8, 2017
We the family of Patrick McGuire regret to announce his peaceful passing at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Friday, September 8, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late James and Elizabeth (Nunn) McGuire. Pat was a well know Sydney businessman who owned and operated McGuire's Transfer and Storage along with McGuire's Snow Removal. He grew up on the family farm on Upper Prince Street where they ran Breton Diary and McGuire's Ice. His heart was always on the farm. Pat spent many hours in the local arenas as player for Constantine School and as an avid fan and lifelong supporter of minor hockey. When the old Sydney Forum was demolished his seats were saved and are hung on the wall in his "ice house". It was rare for him to miss an event until the last few years when his mobility limited him. Horses were Pat's other passion. He bought, sold and raced countless harness racers, with great success, and was always in the stands at Provincial exhibitions to watch family and friends show their quarter horses. In his younger years he enjoyed deer hunting at the bungalow in Loch Lomand. Pat is survived by his wife Anna (Morrison) McGuire; children, Jim (Colleen), Glenn (Virginia), Anna Marie (Peter); grandchildren, Patrick, Chad (Angela); great grandchildren, Jax, Sadie and Hank and his companion, Georgie Burke. He was predeceased by his parents; his son, Mark; brothers, Jimmy and Willy; sisters, Elizabeth (Cunningham), Rita (Casagrande) and Marie (MacDonald). The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nursing staff that have cared for Pat while at the CBRH and the Northside General. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson Canada Atlantic in Pat's name would be appreciated. There will be no visitation. A funeral mass will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, September 11 at St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church, Sydney, Rev Dennis Lamey officiating.Words of comfort may be sent to Pat's family by visiting www.twcurry.com
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Debbi & Jay Duguid
September 17, 2017
Our sincere condolences to Anna Marie and the McGuire family on Pat's passing .Pat always had a smile and a hello whenever we met.May he rest in eternal peace.
Marilyn Hayes
September 12, 2017
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My condolences to your family.
Rose Marie /Dan MacArthur
September 12, 2017
So sorry to hear this news. Condolences to your family.. always appreciated your family's help with giving us " The MacLellan" family the use of your field for the "CowFlop" each year. What a loss for your family.. We truly express our sympathy out to all of you. God Bless..
Lucy Collier
September 12, 2017
So sorry for the loss of your father .
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Robert Mac Pherson
September 11, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the McGuire family.
Robert&Debra Mac Pherson
September 11, 2017
I always enjoyed talking with Pat during the barrel racing...so sad for your loss.
Bryan and Jayne (Vickery) MacKenzie
Truro, NS
September 11, 2017
To the McGuire Family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan MacIntyre and Karen Ward
September 11, 2017
To the McGuire Family, Sincere condolences to you on the passing of your father. He was one of the good guys.
Dave O'Keefe
September 11, 2017
To the McGuire family - our sincere condolences on the passing of Pat. He was a great guy and will be missed. From Gus, Dot and Angela Zorzi
September 11, 2017
We wish to express our heart felt sympathy to Pats family. Pat was a real gentlemen and will be missed.
Donald and Heather Stephenson
Elizabeth Constantine
September 11, 2017
Aunt Anna, Cousins James, Glenn and Anna Marie
Please know how sorry I am to hear of Uncle Patrick's passing, yet happy for those who are at rest from the challenges of this world. With him, go some of the happiest moments of my childhood. He was very supportive of Mother in her decline and I shall always be grateful.
David Butts
September 11, 2017
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing!
Pat was always good to me when I worked on the farm when we were younger , I will always remember and appreciate those days.
gail gibbons
September 11, 2017
Condolences to the family. He was always a big supporter of the local barrel horses
Jean Dugas
September 11, 2017
So sorry to hear. Condolences to you all. Was missing Pat from his "spot" at the barrel racing at the Ex grounds the last few years. He sure enjoyed being there to see the racing, even when Mark was no longer there to win it all. A wonderful business man who helped many newbies out with advice and guidance, thanks for that Mr MacGuire! He will be missed, RIP Pat.
Stephen Mosher
September 11, 2017
Jim & Glenn and families,
So very sad to hear of your dad's passing. He was truly a great gentleman and I remember him well with fond memories from my horse showing days.
Stephen Mosher
Wayne MacDonald
September 11, 2017
I was so very sorry to learn of the passing of my mother's (Marie MacDonald) brother Patrick. I keep many fond memories of Patrick, mostly from the days at the farm. Going to the race track with my uncle was always exciting, especially if you came home with a little extra 'winnings' in your pocket. Patrick remained a very supportive friend to my father (Angus). He attended my father's funeral many years back, and despite failing health, made a special effort to attend my mother's funeral in February of last year. That gesture will always be remembered and appreciated. It was good to see my uncle one last time. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to my aunt and cousins. Anna, I will try to call you later in the week when things settle down. May my uncle now rest in peace, where the horses always win and the hockey teams prevail.
Leo Poirier
September 11, 2017
Very sorry to hear that Pat has passed away. He was a gentleman. I have good memories of earlier days.
Donnie Bacich(Fuzzy)
September 11, 2017
Just reading this and feeling so sorry to read of Paddy's passing. I have many fond rememberances of Paddy when he would drop by Fuzzies Fries; I always enjoyed our wonderful chats although we still did not solve all the world problems; oh well Paddy we still had fun trying.
Patty was a great guy. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends.
Rose Marie MacDonald Murphy
September 11, 2017
Sincere condolences to the MacGuire Family. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry MacGillivary
September 11, 2017
Sorry to read of Paddy's passing.
He was a well respected businessman and true gentleman.
Sincerely, Terry & Jan MacGillivary
September 11, 2017
Such a wonderful Man that helped Many People out behind the scenes & such a supporter of the comunity & sport community. Family was number 1, Proud to have him as a landlord & Friend for 30 yrs. will miss the many hockey discussions about the Eagles. Great family deepest sympathy.
Eric & Kathy Mac Rae
September 11, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of Pat. Thoughts and prayers go out to the McGuire family.
Trish and Betty..
September 11, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family.
Robert & Debra MacPherson
September 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of Paddy's passing. Our deepest condolences to all the family. Harold & Lynn Gillespie
September 10, 2017
So sorry to hear about Paddy's passing. Our deepest sympathy. He was a nice man and always there to give you a helping hand. Our condolences to all the family. Daniel & Carolyn Deleskie
September 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing . Our condolences to all the family. Hector and Shaun Gillis
September 10, 2017
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our condolences.
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