It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our brother Joey, suddenly, in his 59th year, at his home, on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Born June 3 ,1956, in North Sydney to the late Bill and Bette MacDougall, Joey resided at the Breton Ability Center, Sydney River. A gifted and talented artist, Joey's life was his artwork (in many forms). As a young man he painted many varied murals for schools, walls of family and friends,barns, garages, signage and many canvasses. His passion and gift for his artistic ability kept him busy over the years, despite his challenges in life. Joey made many friends during his formative years both in Baddeck and Port Hawkesbury. He was a long time member of the former Port Hawkesbury Youth Band where he displayed his love of music. His peers in the band nicknamed him Joey-Cymbals. Joey had an incredible memory for details and kept us entertained with his many stories. As a resident of the Breton Ability Center, he worked in the woodworking shop creating crafts, furniture, refurbishing wheelchairs and thoroughly enjoying other tasks. He loved the art room where he was provided with all the art supplies he could ever want or need. A very thoughtful, as well as, talented individual, Joey always had sample gifts of his arts and crafts for those who showed an interest in his work. Many thanks to the staff of the Breton Ability Center for extending much love and care to Joey. Special thanks to Shawna and John for their guidance and friendship in the workshop, and to his fellow residents for their kindness, support and friendship. Joey was predeceased by his parents, William J. (Bill) and Elizabeth T.(Bette)(Mancini) MacDougall. He is survived by brothers and sisters, Marty(Donna),Cathy MacDougall- Conrad, Fonda(Parker)Stone, and Colin(Kathy), as well as, nieces/nephews Hannah, Brooke ,Kelly, Vicki, Crystal, Courtney, Devon, Stacey, Stephanie, Steven, Kaitlin and Piper and ten grandnieces/nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2 p.m. May 2, 2015, at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Port Hawkesbury, with Fr. Hugh D. MacDonald officiating. Reception to follow (at 3 p.m.) at the Royal Canadian Legion, Port Hawkesbury, following the funeral. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Joey’s name to: BRETON ABILITY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, 1300 Kings Road, Sydney, NS, B1S 0H3 Funeral arrangements are under the care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Port Hawkesbury. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation Location There will be no visitsiton. Service Information Service Date Saturday, May 2, 2015 Service Time 2 p.m. Service Location St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Port Hawkesbury