MacRitchie, George Angus

Baddeck, NS

March 01, 1946 - April 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Angus MacRitchie on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.

Born in Sydney on March 1, 1946, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Ethel (Anderson) MacRitchie, Baddeck Bay.

Dad spent most of his life working in the construction and forestry industries. Even in retirement, he continued to work part-time. Dad was seldom idle, he always had a few projects on the go including anything from woodworking, gardening or ‘tinkering’ with the groomers down at the shop. He took pleasure in quietly helping out and supporting his family, friends and community.

George is survived by his son, Fraser (Marie), Whitecourt, Alberta; daughter, Janice (Sean) Cox, Baddeck; grandchildren, Ella and Kenneth MacRitchie, Jake and Tara Cox; stepson, Clifford (Wanda) DeCoste; and stepdaughter, Cathy (Jason) Croft.

He was predeceased by his parents; first wife and the mother of his children, Philene MacRitchie; second wife, Frances MacRitchie; sister, Evelyn MacDonald; and brother-in-law, Neil MacDonald.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Sydney Memorial Chapel. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Donations in memory of Dad may be made to the Victoria County Memorial Hospital Foundation or the Crowdis Mountain Snowmobile Club.

“Our father didn’t tell us how to live; he lived and let us watch him do it.”