Sylliboy, Michael – Age 52, We’koqma’q First Nations. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, brother, uncle and a great friend to all on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Born in Boston on July 15, 1967, he was a son of the late Clarence Patles and Alexandrine Sylliboy. He was raised by the late William and Janet Sylliboy. Mickey was a carpenter by trade and profession. He mentored and taught so many people his carpentry skills. He did not discriminate, he was proud to teach some women as well. All of masterpieces are displayed through out our community and many others. Mickey did the majority of his work from his heart. His usual fee payments was a request for a meal. Now let’s talk about Mickey and his meals. Mickey proclaimed himself the "biggest food critic". He probably made waitresses and chefs on edge when he walked in the door of their establishments. He wouldn’t hesitate to let them know what was wrong with the food, giving the chefs advice on how they should cook. Mickey’s personality was as unique as him. He was all rough and tough on the outside, on the inside, he had a heart of gold. A sentimental man who loved his family and friends. He wore his heart on his plaid sleeves. His constant companion, gave him warmth that many people were fortunate enough to feel and that was his stocking hat. Two words that keep coming up when talking about Mickey, Santa Claus. He gave and gave, what he had, he gave. He loved so much and was not a greedy man, not a rich man but what he did have, he gave. If you needed it, he had it, that meant, you were given a gift from Mickey. Mickey loved his friends and family will probably forever hear his famous sayings "you think" "not my forte" "it’s only common sense" "doesn’t take a rocket scientist" "punk". "put a tear to my eye" this is another one of his famous sayings that captured his true sentiment. Mickey was pure heart and his heart spoke in this famous saying. He loved so hard and wasn’t afraid to show or speak his emotions. Mickey’s faith in God was unsurpassed. He truly believed in the Lord, in Jesus and St. Anne. His faith gives us all comfort and we all know that Mickey was greeted by Jesus at the gates of heaven. After that greeting, Mickey probably took out his tool belt to make some adjustments to the pearly gates. Mickey loved his family, his children. His dedication to his family was amazing. His grandchildren were the light of his eyes and brought him much joy in the latter years of his life. The love Mickey showed his family was amazing to witness. You’ve been blessed to have the best in your life. So, whenever you hear the lyrics "I fix broken hearts, I’m your handy Man" Smile. Remember the good memories, the fun times. We love you. We will miss you. Mickey is survived by his children, Elizabeth Ann and Michael; step children, Lorraine Marshall, Biancia Bernard, Dwayne Marshall, Monica Bernard, Myrna Young, Shelly Young, Nancy Young, Brynn Young, Mary Tena Young; siblings, John Sylliboy, Michell Sylliboy, Connie Constance (Lindsay Metallic) and many other siblings on the Patles side; aunts, Mildred, Marie, Dorothy, Sarah, Mary; uncle, Larry; grandchildren, Carmine Stevens, Bryson Googoo, Carleigh Googoo, Trenton Googoo, Jeremiah Sylliboy-Basque, Elias Sylliboy, Isaac Sylliboy-Basque, godchildren, Gavin, Dustin, Radney, Colby and Rylan; and was loved by good friends; Michael Paul, Brent, John, Morley, Stanford, Debbie, Tillie and many other friends and family. He was predeceased by his sister, Linda, uncles, Bernie, James and godchild, Colton. The family would like to thank the Doctor's, Nurse's and all the staff at Inverness Consolidated Memorial Hospital, Cape Breton Regional Hospital and Northside General Hospital for the care that was given to Mickey. Visitation will be after 4 p.m. Tuesday, July, 14, in the We’Koqma’q Community Centre, 15 Reservation Rd, Waycobah First Nation. Funeral Mass will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 15 from Blessed St. Katari Parish Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Waycobah First Nation with Father Conrad Edwards officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Visitation Time After 4 p.m. Visitation Location We’Koqma’q Community Centre, 15 Reservation Rd, Waycobah First Nation Service Information Service Date Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Service Time 11 a.m. Service Location Blessed St. Katari Parish, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, We’Koqma’q First Nation Burial Information Burial Date July , 2020 Burial Location Burial to follow in the parish cemetery.