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Sue Nearing lit a candle
Saturday, December 26, 2020
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Our sincere condolences to Mary and family from Sue and Sheldon Nearing. Rest In Peace, Mike.
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Catherine lit a candle
Thursday, December 24, 2020
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From Catherine Pyke , Stoney Creek, Ontario .
I was sorry to hear about Mike, I remember him as a happy, laughing man.
My Sympathies to Mary ,and the children, and the entire MacPhee family,
and the entire O'Connell family .
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Karen Campbell Green & family posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Mary, we are so very sad to hear of Mike's passing. Nathan wanted me to pass on his condolences to you as does Hannah. 4 of my kids took lessons with Mike , hannah and nathan just recently. Last time I saw mike I told him I'd be calling him in 3 years when emma turns 16 . Mike was such a nice, friendly person , whom everybody loved. He has touched so many lives and will never be forgotten.
God be with you and your family at this time Mary.
Karen and keith Green , Nathan , Hannah, Heather , Tyler
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Karen Campbell Green & family lit a candle
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Martha taylor posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Met mike when I started working for cbvrsb he was such a sweet kind man always smiling,may you Rest In Peace and may your family find comfort in all the memories you shared.god bless
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Marilyn Wilson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Mary & Family : Sorry to hear of Mike's passing, a great guy. My daughter went to your driving school & he was so cheerful, when I met him at GB Elementary. Thoughts & prayers
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Earl and Sandra Taylor posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Mary and Family, Sending you our sincere sympathy. Earl and Sandra (Prendergast) Taylor
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Charmaine Miles posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
So very sorry for your loss to Mary and family, so shocked to hear the news. Hugs
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James Turner & Neila MacLeod posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
So sorry to hear of the passing of Michael. Mary and all the family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May you cherish all the wonderful memories you have of him. Michael, may you Rest in Peace.
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Elizabeth Noel posted a condolence
Monday, December 21, 2020
Sending heartfelt sympathies to Mary and all Mike's family and friends. Having grown up in New Aberdeen, I have fond memories of the O'Connell family. RIP Mike.
Elizabeth Noel (one of the Haley girls from 8th Street)
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Betty Ross lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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So very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to Mary and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Ross
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Linda Cooke posted a condolence
Monday, December 21, 2020
I was so sad to learn of Mike's passing. Knew Mike when I taught at Glace Bay Elementary. (Portables) He was always so cheerful and funny. Had a key to the portables as I would always come early. Mike would turn off the alarm before I'd get there and he would leave the hall lights so I would know the alarm was off. One day he didn't turn off the alarm though the lights were on. When I opened the door the security alarm went off. Needless to say I didn't know the password when security called! Mike thought it was quite funny. I haven't seen Mike since I left Glace Bay but would often ask if he was still at the school. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Linda Cooke
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Marguerite and Barry Verbeski lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Sending sincere condolences to Mary, Michael, Lori, Grant, and extended family. He was a wonderful family man. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Take care of each other and remember the great times you had with him. Sending my love to the family. God Bless You. Marguerite and Barry Verbeski
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Eileen Morford-Martin posted a condolence
Monday, December 21, 2020
Dear Mary and family,
My thoughts are scattered as I am in shock over this heart rending news. Mike was my early morning, first conversation of the day, when at Glacé Bay Elementary. I’d go to school early and would end up talking to Mike for 15 or 20 minutes! He was the “go to guy” if I needed anything seen to. The students didn’t know what to make of this mystery person who was always in trouble. All day we would hear,”Mike O’Connell, to the office please!” We would talk about retirement plans, how education has changed, how kids have changed, and how they were still the same! He was a wonderful guy! I’m so sorry that I won’t get to see him again. I’m so sorry he didn’t even get a chance to enjoy retirement. I know others who have been touched by Mike’s kindness, feel the same. He loved and was so proud of his family. I cannot imagine a world without Mike. My thoughts are with his family. Mike, and you, are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Eileen Morford-Martin
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Arlene Peach posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 21, 2020
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Mary and family: We are so very sorry to read about the loss of such a wonderfully kind and gentle man. He truly will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. May all the precious memories you have, and shared with him, help comfort you through this most difficult time.
Sincerely Arlene Peach & Family
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Kathy Kavanagh posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 21, 2020
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Our deepest condolences to Mike’s family. Mike was a lovely man. Always a smile and saying something funny...he had that quick O’Connell wit.
Kavanagh family
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Sharon Johnston lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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I was very sorry to read of Mike's passing. I worked with Mike through the School Board. He was a very nice man and friendly to all. I know he will be missed.
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Bria MacKenzie lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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My condolences to his wife Mary and to his family. Mike was a wonderful guy, he taught me how to drive and he was a great teacher. He will be missed.
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Brian Penticost lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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Worked for many years with Mike he was a great person and will be missed- sorry for your loss
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David ogley Posted Dec 21, 2020 at 1:04 PM
What can I say ,my heart Is broken ,all my love to the whole family .there is not enough room to say all I want to say about him & Mary & family .so many good laughs .so many memories l am crying as I write this they all mean so much to us .RIP my brother save a spot on the other side.
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Brenda Gallant lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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So sorry for your loss..my sincere condolences to Mike's family
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Ron Boutilier lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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To Mike's family,
My deepest condolences on Mike's passing. May God Bless you and give you comfort during this difficult time.
Ron Boutilier
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Monday, December 21, 2020
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Nancy Florian lit a candle
Monday, December 21, 2020
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I was very saddened to read of Mike's death. I worked with Michael over the years with the school board. I ran into Mike not so long ago and we had a great chat. I am now very grateful I had that opportunity. He was such a nice great guy. My sincere condolences to his family.
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Cynthia McCormick posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Mary our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are shocked and saddened by this loss which will impact many people who considered him a friend. Sincerely, Firman and Cynthia McCormick
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mary maceachern posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Mary I am deeply saddened to learn of Michael's passing. He was such a wonderful person and a terrific driving instructor. I will remember you and yours in my humble and scattered prayers.
Mary MacEachern and family
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Kristen Burns lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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After enrolling in driving school, Mike recognized my mom on the very first day. (She is the daughter of Everett McDonald, Mayme O’Connell and Danny’s son). My very first few drives were through the New Aberdeen area, where Mike shared stories of our family, of my grandparents and great-grandparents and all the homes where everyone lived. I was still grieving the loss of my nan, Sheila, and had not been in the area since her passing. But to hear stories that I had never heard before, helping me connect the dots of memories of adventures with my nan as a little girl is something I will treasure forever. Rest easy Mike, thank you for everything.
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Shannon purchased flowers
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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Dear Nanny, Lori and family: we are so sorry we cant there, we are heartbroken to have lost poppy so suddenly. Love Moe, Grant, Shannon and Caleb
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Marla Gouthro posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Lori, Phillip and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Shauna Penny lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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Pamela lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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Deepest condolences to the O'Connell family. I had the lovely pleasure of taking driving lessons from Michael. I was pregnant, very pregnant when I decided to take lessons as my beginners were about to expire. He had me laughing the first day. He joked and said you aren't going to have the baby in the car are ya? Lol I told him not worry, I still had a month left, which the look on his face was priceless. I absolutely recommended him whenever I seen a post online or heard someone talking about needing lessons. He made you feel like family. There were a lot of laughs and now because of him I've been driving for 8 yrs. He will be missed for sure, but never forgotten. RIP Michael and Thank You
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Boutilier family lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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Our condolences to the family..Mike was an inspiration to everyone.Hugs to you all
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Betty Bourgeois 668Dy posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Our condolences to Mary and family. I have had the pleasure of working with Mike for the past several years sharing many laughs and stories. May he RIP.
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Christina mckenzie posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Mary & Family I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's passing .. when I frist met him he was my driving instructor n he was very good to me ,he helped me to be a better driver , when he picked me up for lessons he always had a story about mary n his family to tell me and how he was proud of his driving students .. we always had a laugh or 2 but he was an awesome guy .. he is definitely going to be missed by many .. thinking of the family at this time
Christina McKenzie former driving student
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Corrine and Mike Mischiek lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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Ohhhh my! I am so terrible sorry to hear this! Sincere condolences to you Mary, and to his children, grandchildren, siblings and inlaws.
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Roberta and Breton Mackinnon lit a candle
Sunday, December 20, 2020
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So very sorry to hear of Michael’s passing...Sympathy and condolences to all.
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Trevor Currie posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Mary I am so sadden to hear of Michael's passing my deepest condolences to you and your family, and the O'Connell families, your friend,neighbor, and former co- worker Trevor Currie and family.
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Sunday, December 20, 2020
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