Pierce Joseph MacNeil
1952 - 2010
Pierce Joseph MacNeil
1952 - 2010
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BORN
1952
DIED
2010
Pierce MacNeil Obituary
1952-2010
Sydney
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Pierce Joseph MacNeil on Sunday, April 18, 2010, in An Cala Palliative Care at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, after a rough but very courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Sydney, Pierce was the son of Agnes (Lynch) MacNeil, Sydney and the late Neil MacNeil (1974).
Pierce was a bricklayer by trade having worked for different local Masonry Companies over the years. His last place of employment was the PCL Industrial Constructors of Edmonton, AB from which he was forced into retirement due to his illness. Pierce was a member of the Construction and General Workers' Union Local 92 of Eastern and Western Canada. He was an avid fan of the Boston Bruins although his favourite hockey player was Sidney Crosby. He enjoyed family gatherings and many camping trips with his family. Always ready with a joke to share, Pierce's witty and humorous personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Besides his mother, he is survived by his most loving wife, Patsy Kendrick; sons, Gary, Calgary, AB; Michael (Lorna), Halifax and daughter, Mindy Kendrick-Dawe (David), Sydney; two grandchildren, Noah and Kate MacNeil, Halifax; four sisters, Bonnie Peck (Kevin), Elizabeth Young (George), both of Sydney; Margaret Koski (Roger), Sudbury, Ontario; Angela Calder (Jack), Howie Center; one brother, Neil (Clare), Sydney; two brothers-in-law, Sonny Rankin, Sydney; Dave MacDonald, Albert Bridge; his mother-in-law Rita Kendrick; sisters-in-law, Eunice Anthony (Vincent); Eleanor MacDonald (Paul); Andrea Dalziel (Jeff); Beverly Kendrick; brother-in-law Clifford Kendrick (Lisa) and numerous nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his furry friends, his dog Boots and cats, Star and Lily.
Pierce was predeceased by his sister Madelyn MacDonald (1996); brother John (2005); sister Carol Rankin (2009) and Joan in infancy; his father-in-law, Wilson Kendrick, sister-in-law, Sharon White, brothers-in-law, Doug White and Don Moore.
Visitation for the late Mr. MacNeil will take place at T.W.Curry Parkview Chapel on Wednesday, April 21 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 am at St. Theresa's Church with Rev. Jim Oliver officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery, Sydney Forks.
In memory of Pierce, donations may be made to the SPCA, C.B. Palliative Care Society or a charity of one's choice.
On line condolences may be sent to TWCurry.com
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Thomas Ley
April 21, 2010
Mike - our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Please know that everyone here on the team has you, Lorna, Noah and Kate as well as the rest of your family in our thoughts during this difficult time.
April 21, 2010
Gary and Michael,
We're very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. We have a lot of good memories of him over the years. You'll miss your Dad but hope you will take comfort in knowing that he is at peace. Although we can't be there to offer our support, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
All our love, Donnie, Sharon, Greg, Janet, Tammy and families
Linda MacLeod
April 21, 2010
To the family I am so sorry to hear about Pierce's passing. He was a great kid and neighbour growing up on Lorne St. My heart goes out to you and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
April 20, 2010
Dear family:
My sincere condolences on the loss of Pierce. Sorry that we can't be there during this difficult time. We are leaving for Halifax this afternoon until Sunday
Our prayers to all of you,
Mavis LeBlanc and Kathleen LeBlanc
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