Obituaries

Sylvester “Buss” Doyle Jamieson

1945 – 2026

It’s with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sylvester “Buss” Doyle Jamieson, 80, of Mattie Settlement on February 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Known as “Buss” or “Buzz”, he was born November 19, 1945 in Phillips Harbour to the late Sylvester (Buster) Jamieson and Hattie Cluney.

In 1964, he met the love of his life and wife of 53 years Joan. Together, they made a home in Mattie Settlement and raised their family. Buss’s heart was always on the ocean. He grew up by the water and inherited his love of the ocean from his father and grandfather. He worked on the draggers in Canso as a first mate for nearly 25 years, where he made many friends and memories that he often shared. After the closure of the fish plant in Canso, he began his career in construction with Dillman’s as a heavy equipment operator, later joining Dexter’s and retiring as a front-end loader operator.

In his later years, Buss could always be found on the ice where he spent countless hours smelting and making friends. Dad always had a soft spot for kids and was known for always having Freezies on hand for any who came to visit. He enjoyed listening to country music turned up loud especially Johnny Cash. He was also known for his love of animals, especially his cat - who he called his baby, Harley, and his little buddy, Rocco, whom he called “Rocky”, both belonged to his daughter, Kim.

Dad’s favourite person in the whole world, his pride and joy, was his “peanut.” She was the one person who could brighten his day and stayed fresh in his mind until the very end. Granddad was so proud of her and told anyone who would listen.

Buss is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joan (DeLorey) Jamieson; daughters, Sherry (Stephen) and Kimberley (Clint); son, Terry (Pam); grandchildren, Melissa, Michael, Shane, Brittany, Jayden, Payten and Jami-Lynn; great-grandchildren, Trent, Luella, Jude, Haven, Dallas, Summer and Jesse; brothers, Terry (Chrissie), Dave (Helena), Bob (Bettyanne), Dougie (Patsy), Roger; sisters, Janet (Jerome Porter), Linda (Gilbert Greencorn), Cindy (Johnny Myatt), Marg (Norman Rhynold), Bev (Peter Burke); and sisters-in-law, Nancy Jamieson, Carolyn Norton and Rose Jamieson.

He was pre-deceased by his father and mother; his daughter, Maxine Feltmate; brother, Kenny Jamieson; sister, Joyce, in infancy; in-laws, Jerome and Margurite DeLorey; brothers-in-law, Jerome DeLorey, Vince DeLorey and Wayne Carter; sister-in-law, Thersa Brophy; stepmother, Dorthy Jamieson; and chosen mother, Lill Purdy.

Special thanks to the RK MacDonald Nursing Home staff, your kindness and compassion for Dad and us didn’t go unnoticed.

Visitaiton will be held on Wednesday, March 4, from 3-7 p.m., in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St. Funeral Mass will take place Thursday, March 5, at 11 a.m., in St. Peter’s Church, Tracadie, with Reverend John Barry presiding. Burial at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia or the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home.

Online condolences: www.clcurry.com

Elizabeth Marie “Betty” Cole-Munroe

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Marie “Betty” Cole-Munroe. Betty passed and joined her sweetheart in heaven, Basil, on Feb 20, 2026, in the St. Martha’s Regional Hospital palliative care unit with her family by her side. She was a daughter of the late Viola (Snyder) and Osborne George. Born in St. Martha’s Hospital, Antigonish, on February 7, 1945, she was raised in Queensport, having lived the last 40-plus years in Charlos Cove. Betty loved music, including a kitchen party with Basil, Rodney, Lorraine, Gloria and Harold, and numerous other folks over the years. She enjoyed local talent at variety concerts and taking in local dances; she also enjoyed her extensive CD collection. Betty looked forward to shopping and hunting for a deal. She took pride in her and Basil’s home, and their yard with its many flowerbeds; making sure there was plenty of wood for the cold winter nights. Betty loved animals and nature; she kept the birds fed or just getting out sightseeing on a local drive. She and Basil were able to remain at home for their final years due to the kindness of friends and neighbours. Special people include Dave, Maria, Penny, Valerie and Ron, her extended family. Betty was very proud that she was able to live independently in her home, until she left the last time to take on a complicated surgery. Betty is survived by sons, James (Colleen), Rodney (Lorraine); grandchildren and families of Devon, Dillon, Natalie and Derek; siblings, Joan George, Gloria Greene, Patsy Langille, John Snyder; stepchildren, Wanda Lee and George and grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and their families; a very special goddaughter, Donna Archibald Malloy. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Basil Wallace Munroe. A time and date for a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to St. Martha’s Regional Hospital Foundation palliative care unit. Online condolences may be made at www.gwgiffin.com.