It is with deep sorrow that we, the family, announce the passing of Michael Peter Muise, 63, on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025 at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.

Born in New Waterford on Apr. 2, 1962, he was the son of Joan (MacKinnon) and the late Bernie Muise.

Michael worked various jobs throughout town and was known for his strong work ethic and commitment to the task at hand. He was a generous man and would always help those in need when he could. Michael enjoyed fishing and going for long walks. He also loved being at the cabin in Shenacadie.

Surviving are his brothers, Daniel and David (Lucy) and their children, David, Rachel and Scott; sister-in-law, Mary and her children, Miranda and Wendy, along with their kids.

Besides his father, Michael was predeceased by a brother, Glen.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug. 21 from noon until the time of the service at 1 p.m. all in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home Chapel, 380 Smith Street, New Waterford. Father Godwin Obike officiating. Reception will follow in the funeral home with burial in Mount Carmel Cemetery afterwards. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at:www.vjmcgillivray.ca.