It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Alfred Kabatay Sr, 61, on Monday Dec 9th, 2019 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Alfred was the son of the late Theresa (Doucette) and Edward Kabatay of Membertou. Alfred worked for the Membertou Band for 30 plus years, and at Public Works and Caribou Marsh until his retirement. Family meant everything to him. He adored his wife Freda and his children and grandchildren. Alfred’s OJibway and Mi’Kmag culture and traditions were big part of his life. Dad loved to hear laughter so joking was something he did often. Alfred was a big Boston Bruins fan. Left to mourn are his wife Freda, his sons Peter (Lynn), Chance (Kelly), Alfred Jr. and Robert Thomas. His precious grandchildren, Xavier, Chance, Anastasia, Sahara, Lenin, Charlie, Jesse, and Lily, brothers, Harry, Edward John (Carol) Kabatay, sisters, Irene Long and Edna (Wendell) Francis, all of Membertou, Godchildren, Carmen Stevens, Robert Googoo and Renay Kabatay, also Sheila Pierro, he will be missed by his aunt Agnes Kabatay and a large number of nieces, nephews, in laws and other relatives. Besides his parents, Alfred was predeceased by brothers, Peter and Edwin Kabatay as well as his niece Elaine Googoo. Visitation will be at the family home, 42 Gallagher St. Membertou on Tues Dec 17, 2019 until funeral on Thurs Dec 19, 2019 at 11am at St Marguerite Bourgeoys with Fr. Bill Burke officiating. Burial will take place in Membertou Memorial Gardens. Salite to follow at MTCC. Online condolences can be shared at www.twcurry.com
