Whitney Pier
It is with broken hearts that we, the family, regret to announce the passing of Laddie Chalupa on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Born on August 6, 1939, Laddie was the son of the late Ludwig and Mary (Chmiel) Chalupa.
Laddie was born and raised in Whitney Pier. He was a letter carrier for 35 years with Canada Post before retiring. He loved life and always made the best of any situation. Laddie was loved by all who knew him, and he will be forever missed and remembered.
Laddie is survived by his brother, Alan Chalupa; niece, Crystal Gouthro (Barry Brown); great-niece, Janaya Gallant and caregiver, Candis Collen. He is also survived by his three dogs, whom he loved dearly.
Besides his parents, Laddie was predeceased by his sister, Bernice and brothers, Terry, and Leonard.
Family gives a special thank you to the VON for the amazing care they gave to Laddie at his time of need.
There will be no visitation for the late Laddie Chalupa. A private family memorial service to celebrate the life of Laddie will be held at a later date.
Donations in memory of Laddie may be made to the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Until we meet again.
CHUMS
“Lets Go Rangers”
Online Condolences
Alan so sorry to hear about Laddie. I know you will miss him. He was a great guy. My mom was his godmother. May he RIP.
From: Marilyn Bates
My condolences to family of Laddie – I worked with Laddie and certainly noticed how much he loved the New York Rangers and did he love to get on the golf course RIP Laddie
From: Allie Macinnis
Deepest sympathy on Laddie’s passing. I worked with him at the post office for many years.
From: Robert “Bo” Stephenson
To Allen, we are so sorry to hear of Laddie’s passing.
May he Rest In Peace.
From: Terry and Deneyse Johnston
Rest in Peace Laddie. You were a gentle man and always had a smile for whom ever you seen. He walked so fast that if you wanted to give him a Christmas card you had to watch for him. I was lucky to know him. My condolences to the family and friends. 🙏
From: Eleanor Hawco
To the family: My sincere condolences. fond memories of our days at Sydney Academy.
From: Harold A. Pretty
So sorry to hear of Laddies passing. Condolences to Alan and Crystal….RIP Laddie
Tony and I (Helen Rozicki) Szucs would like to send condolences to Alan and Family. Laddie was my favourite Hockey Commentator when we all played Street Hockey. A Great Man and Loved by all the Kids that played. RIP Laddie
I’m so Happy I got to meet you & happy we talked had a couple giggles. RIP.🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sorry to hear that Laddie passed away condolences to Alan and the families may he RIP Amen
Our condolences to Laddie family and friends..RIP neighbor
My thoughts and most sincere sympathies are extended to all family members and friends. A great man who I always had the ultimate respect for. He lived life to the fullest, to the bitter end. A heart of gold, a smile of smiles, you will certainly be missed Laddie.
Sorry to hear of Laddie’s passing. Sincere condolences to Alan and his family and friends. MAY you rest in perpetual light.
I had the privilege of meeting Laddie 4 years ago he was a gentleman and always smiling he was the most unselfish man I have ever Met he reminded me of my brother Albert Crawley who lived just few houses down ..,he was loved by so many and will be missed greatly ..so sorry for your loss Alan .. Chrystal and Janaya .. and Candis who Laddie loved dearly and who cared for him like a daughter .. RIP Laddie gone but never forgotten ..Darlene and Alvin campbell and Alvin .. Dylan
So very sorry to hear of Laddie’s passing, I’ve known him all my life, enjoyed talking sports with him, especially when it was about his beloved Rangers! See also that he was predeceased by his sister Bernice, I didn’t know that. She was a sweet girl, I worked with Bernice at the Naval Base. May they both rest in peace.
Allan,My Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today.Rest In Peace Laddie, you will be missed.
I am very sorry to hear that Laddie passed away. He was my mailman in the Pier when I was a boy. I ended up working with Laddie and Alan in the Post Office for many years. My condolences to Alan and the family. We lost another Pier icon and he will surely be missed. God bless you Laddie.
I am so sorry for your loss Alan and to his caregiver Candis you did a great job looking after Laddie. God bless all the family.
Our thoughts & prayers to Laddie`s family. Laddie your kindness, love and support will live on in my heart forever. R.I.P. My friend!
Donna Vatcher. & Mary Ann Brown.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Laddie was our mailman for many years in Whitney Pair. My Mom looked forward to her chats with him and got him a Christmas gift every year. He always had a smile on his face. May God bless you during these difficult times.
So very sorry for your loss Alan.Sincere condolences to all.Many good times and many good memories.Laddie’s memory will live on because of them.What a man.
Alan and family so sorry to hear of Laddie;s passing so sorry for your loss my deepest condolences
RIP Laddie….my deepest condolences to the family. My mailman for years.. such a nice guy🙏🏻💐
Alan and family, so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, I never had the pleasure of meeting Laddie but I’m sure I would’ve loved him. ❤️
Allan and Crystal, So sorry for your loss. Laddie was one in a million, he had a smile and laugh that would light up your worst day. Please know I tried calling you, and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincere Condolences Dianne MacAskill
Allan and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Laddie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.