MOOERS – Cyril E., 89, of Milton, Queens County, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020 at home.
Born in Milton, Cyril was a son of the late John and Bertha (Crouse) (Mooers) Mino.
Cyril worked at the Mersey Wood Camps in his younger years, and worked at the naval dockyards in Halifax for a time. He also worked onboard several fishing vessels as a deckhand and as a cook. Cyril enjoyed being in the woods, He was well known as the “Basket Maker”, weaving baskets from traditional materials gathered from his travels in the woods.
Cyril is survived by his daughters Karen (Michael) Francis of Milton; Rose Frost of Nanaimo, BC; Carol (John) Cook of Powell River, BC; Dorothy Mooers of Milton. His sons Paul (Cathy) of Brooklyn, Norman of Milton, Billy (Deb) of Prince Rupert, BC. Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as a sister Eudevalla Bremmer.
Besides his parents, Cyril was predeceased by sisters Dorothy Lewis and Jean Arbo and brothers Wilbert, Murray and John.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. At Cyril’s request, there will be no funeral service. No flowers, donations may be made to Queens SPCA. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Pam Foley
I’m saddened to read of Cyril’s passing, he had such a gentle soul. A kind man, and extremely talented. I’d acquired many of his baskets over the years, in exchange for mechanical work my husband did on his vehicles. I put them to good use, they never fell apart, nor did they fade. My favourite is a heart made from sweet grass. It holds precious items. Goodbye, my friend, you will be missed.
Bucky and Donna Norman
So sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing. We will miss conversations with him. May your memories keep him in your hearts forever.
Belinda Wentzell Delong
To all of Cryil’s Family,so sorry for your loss.May your Dad R.I.P.
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Karen & Family
Our sincere condolences from the Staff at South Shore Chev Liverpool. We always enjoyed Cyril’s company when his truck was in the dealership for service.
He would always leave us with molasses cookies & cinnamon rolls at Christmas time which we all enjoyed very much.
Cyril was a fine man, and we will miss the “Basket Maker”.
Memories are golden, share them with family & friends.
Wanda Guay
We have fond memories of Cyril each summer as he enjoyed coming to Shelburne during Founders Days. Our regiment were the lucky recipients of many jars of jam, bread and yummy cinnamon rolls.
So many of our group purchased baskets from him as did the many spectators that walked Dock St. during this celebration in July. He also mended several baskets for many people and was happy to help.
His kindness was obvious to all that had the pleasure of meeting him.
He will be missed by all that knew him.
Danny & DIana Hirtle
Our thoughts are with all the family at this time . Will miss Cyril driving by our house several times a day , and his random visits . I have collected almost every basket that Cyril has made over the years and then some and will always treasure them . Rip my friend, you will be missed .
Judy Hyson
I am so sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing.My condolences to his family! May he RIP.
Tasha Dyson
So sad that gramps passed away, will always have lots of great memories including getting up in the wee hours to pick him up off the fishing boats, our road trips to markets to sell his baskets, I was so fortunate he was able to teach me his basket making that I’ll never forget at a young age, Miss you and until next time xoxo
Susan M MacLeod
To Cyril’s Family
I am sad for the loss of Cyril as so many others who have had him as a friend, or been part of the many markets he took part in. He was a very pleasant person to talk to, especially about his craft. I will treasure the many baskets that I have of his, and more than that will treasure the conversations we have had over the years. Please accept my sincere condolences. Sincerely, Susan MacLeod
Doug Winters
Our deepest condolences to Dorothy and all of the family on Cyril,s passing.
Sincerely,
Dot and Doug
Sandy Cross
Cyrils family, it with sadness to hear of Cyrils passing. I only met him about 10 years ago and had quite a few conversations with him. He was a great story teller. I knew his brother Murray as my step grandmother kept house for him. Cyril and I would talk about basket making. Everyone always looked for Cyril at the Seaside Centre craft show in Beach Meadows every September. Keep your memories close to your heart as they will give you comfort in knowing people looked and respected Cyril. RIP my friend.
Patricia deMolitor
My condolences to Cyril’s family. I was lucky enough to know him through the re-enactment world where Cyril would come to Shelburne every year to sell his baskets and visit with us re-enactors. He also treated us to his homemade cinnamon bread and would share meals with us. I have many of his baskets to remember him by. Rest in peace Cyril.
Debbie J Wamboldt
Very sad to see this. We have known Cyril for many years. We will miss his stories and wisdom. We will treasure our baskets and may his spirt live on in his treasured crafts. Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
Christopher Clarke
I’m so sorry to hear of Cyril’s death. He was such a gentle person. I’d see him at the markets in Annapolis and Liverpool and have a little chat. My sympathy to his family
Julie Leopold
So very sorry to hear of Cyrils passing. He was a a wonderful man. He had the best smile. So skilled with the basket weaving and other items. He will be missed. Kind thoughts and lots of love Karen, Mike & Eugene and to the rest of the family at this hard time.
Love always Julie L and Michael Francis
Deb, chuck Sponagle-taylor
To all of Cyrils family,
Our hearts ache for your loss at this sad time but please find peace in knowing how many people he touched over the years and his art which will be used and enjoyed for generations.
RIP our dear friend we will forever miss you .
Pam and Wayne Westhaver
To the Family, sorry for your loss , Cyril will be remembered throughout the community for his beautiful baskets and his gentle nature. He will be missed by all.
Marg and Bernie Swain
So sorry to hear of your death Cyril. Always enjoyed our chats at craft shows and the bread and jam substanance you always had hidden away! You were a talented kind man and always had warm greetings awaiting. RIP and condolences to your family.
Barry and Bonnie
So sorry to hear of Cyril’s passing, May you find comfort in your memories. He will be missed by many.
melba Hubbard
Dear Karen& Mike and all of Cyril’s family; so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are you at this difficult time. remember the good times. hugs Melba.
Marg Millard
I am sorry to see Cyril has continued his journey on another plane. I hope someday to meet him again. My condolences to his loved ones.
Gordon Eisnor
Karen and family: My sincere condolences to you and your all your Dad’s family
Jane Clattenburg
We are truly saddened by this news . We always enjoyed conversation with him at markets and shows. He will be missed
John LEEFE
Cyril was a joy. Always positive, always friendly, always interested in everyone with whom he spoke, a unique craftsman by every measure. He will be fondly remembered by all who shared life’s path with him.
Michele Mooers
It’s so sad to hear of grand dad passing. I will always treasure the memories that I have I remember going to your house when I was younger. You will be missed for sure… Love you grand dad xoxo Michele Mooers
Susan Linda Levy
I met Cyril about 12-13 years ago when i first went to work at the advance office and he would come in for papers. We always had a good chat and he would make me treats and bring to the office but the one i liked the most was his sweet potato bread but he would never give me his recipe. He said he did not share his recipes as the only time he did was with a woman from Shelburme and after she promised she would not give it to anyone and she did so he shared no more.
Doris E Francis
Karen,Mike,Norman and all the family….so saddened by this news. Always enjoyed Cyril’s visits and love his baskets of which I have many [we always traded for mincemeat}.Keep your memories close to your heart.
Louise Lindsay
To all members of Cyril’s family, although I have never met you I know this must be a great loss for you! Please accept my condolences. I was so sad to learn that Cyril had passed away. He was a dear re-enactor friend. For Founders’ Days here in Shelburne he always ate with our group and was famous for his great cinnamon buns and bread. A generous man with a gentle and wonderful soul. I so enjoyed my long chats with him. He will be sorely missed.
Mary Fredericks
My condolences to the family of Cyril Mooers.
I was so glad to have met him.
Denise and Bill Ross
Our condolences to Cyril’s family. We had so many good chats over the years at the markets we both attended and were lucky to consider Cyril a friend. He always made us smile! We will cherish and use well his beautiful baskets. RIP Cyril.
David whynott of mersey point
I am very sorry to hear of Cyril passing, he was a very loyal customer for many years and also very appreciative of things you did for him.i have one of his famous baskets that was a gift from cyril.condolences to all of Cyril family at this sad time.
Roger van norden
Sorry to here of Cyril passing, Elizabeth and I love all the times we spent crafting and sweat grassing, and watching him make his beautiful basket and crocked knives, and the stories of growing up on the Mersey river.
Linda & Clarke Rafuse
Norman and family,
So sorry to read of Cyril’s passing. The “Basket Maker” will be missed by many. He was such
a lovely man. Enjoyed conversations with him in the park when he would be selling his baskets.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Linda & Clarke Rafuse
Scott and Vicki Conrad
To the family
We are so sorry to be reading that Cyril has passed. He was such a talented, kind soul, enriching the lives of many who had the good fortune to have conversations with him or acquire one of his beautiful baskets. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
wilbur mooers jr
sorry too hear this
Christine Smith
I just found out that Cyril passed away . I’m so sorry to hear this he was a great guy and my friend while living here in Ontario years ago. Heart felt condolences to all his family .. Christine Smith