It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Alexander Cameron (Cam) MacNeil on December 15/2019. Cam was born in 1934, the son of Alexander and Beulah MacNeil, New Glasgow. On the death of his parents, in 1948 he came to live with his aunt and uncle, Abe and Margaret Jamael, Sydney, who raised him as their son. In his early years Cam played hockey and was known as a beautiful skater and a “hard hitting” defenceman at Xavier Junior College. The gentle side of Cam came out when he was listening to music and dancing with his wife Irene on the dance floor. He was a letter carrier for Canada Post for 30 years, a job he loved, particularly the dogs. Cam was a member of St. Theresa’s Parish where he was a Eucharistic Minister and Alter Server. He served on St. Theresa’s entertainment and hall committees. He was a former member of the Kinsmen Club and a member of the Sydney Steelworkers pensioners club, volunteering at bingos and dances. Cam built a home on Cusack Drive in Sydney, where he and his wife Irene raised their family. They then moved into Parkland in 2017. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Irene (Bobyk) MacNeil, son Keith (Rhonda), and daughter Kimberlee all of Sydney, Also siblings Bill (Mary)Jamael of Sydney and Beverly (Leonard) Parent Dalhousie NB. Cam was predeceased by: his parents Alexander and Beulah MacNeil, Abe and Margaret Jamael, Michael (Mary) Jamael, Marie (Austin) O’keefe. At this time we would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Sisters of the Congregation of Notre Dame for all their prayers and comfort during this difficult time. As well, to the residents and staff of Parkland for their support, loving care and respect shown to our family. A special word of thanks to the medical team at Cape Breton Regional Hospital- Dr. Milburn, Dr. Kelly, Dr. Puppala, Dr. MacDonald, Dr. Lopez. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Aboud and her staff at Pallative Care. No visitation will take place. A Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Theresa’s Church on Friday Dec 20, at 11:00am with Fr. Dennis Lamey presiding. A reception to follow at St. Theresa’s Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the hospice palliative care or the Alzheimer’s society in Cam’s name. “See you around like a donut, so long like a banana” "Aba-daba-do!!!" To leave online condolences please visit www.twcurry.com
