Obituary of Joseph P. Gouthro

Gouthro, Joseph P. "Joe" Glace Bay / Reserve Mines It is with great sadness, that we the family of Joe, regret to announce his peaceful passing on Saturday, June 18, 2016 in the Palliative Care Unit at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital with his family by his side. Joe was 87 years old. Formally of Reserve Mines and where he enjoyed most of his days, Joe was born on March 18, 1929. He was the son of the late Harry and Cecilia (Young) Gouthro. Joe was a well known taxi driver for many years. Da could often be found enjoying a cup of tea and watching his favourite sport on television or listening to his favourite music and catching up with his family and friends. He will be missed by many. Joe is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Lillian (Smith) Gouthro, sons, Alex, Joey (Carol), Brian (Evelyn), daughters, Colleen (Dan MacNeil), Anne (Brian Penney), grandchildren, Suzanne, J.D. (Sarah), Jennifer (Joe), Jonathan, Dana (Parker), Allison, Ryan, Deanna (Amy), Robert, Derrick (Alyssa), six great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Joe was predeceased by his son, Darrell, brothers, Michael, John, Tom, Harry "Mutt" and his sister, Marcella. Joe was the last surviving member of his immediate family. As per Da’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Reserve Mines. Donations in Joe’s memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, CBRH or a charity of one’s choice. The family would like to thank the nursing staff and physicians in ICU and Palliative Care, CBRH as well as the VON and home care services for all their care and compassion they had for Da. Words cannot express our appreciation for the wonderful care he was provided. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, Glace Bay. On line condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca " Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." We love you, Da.