Sydney
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Gerard ‘Junior’ MacNeil, age 60, on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born in Sydney on September 27, 1958, Gerard was the son of the late Michael John and Mary Sarah MacNeil.
Gerard was employed as a bartender for over 20 years. At the time of his death he was employed as a dispatcher and driver for Dynasty Cabs. He was a long-time member of the Cape Breton Horsemen Association and was a driver and owner of race horses. He was an avid curler and tarbish player. Gerard enjoyed and loved meeting with his many friends.
Gerard is survived by his sisters, Jane (Ted) Mills and Marlene (the late Sheldon Pearson); brothers, Allan (Sadie), Joey (Evelyn), Michael (Lorna), Bernie (Aileen), Reg (Theresa), Leonard (Louise) and Gordie (Michelle); as well as several loving nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews and his beloved dog, Rascal.
Besides his parents, Gerard was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Brenda and nephew, Gary Mills.
As per Gerard’s request, cremation has taken place. Visitation for the late Gerard MacNeil will be held on Friday, March 15, 2019, from 4-7 p.m. in the Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street).
Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2019, in St. Theresa’s Church, Sydney with Fr. Dennis Lamey officiating. Following the Mass, a reception will be held in St. Theresa’s Hall.
Donations in memory of Gerard may be made to the Cancer Patient Care Fund or the SPCA Cape Breton.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Gerard was such a kind and loving man who shared love in so many ways. He was a great godfather to all his nieces and nephews who often called upon him.
“Rest in Peace Uncle G.”
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de MacNEIL Gerard ‘Junior’ 2019..
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