Whitney Pier
March 12, 1966 – May 29, 2026
There are some losses that words can never truly capture, and the loss of our mother is one of them. It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Pearl Anne DeViller (Dye) on Friday. May 29, 2026, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
While we knew this day would eventually come, nothing could have prepared us for the pain of saying goodbye. Mom was more than the center of our family, she was our comfort, our strength, our safe place, and the one person we always knew would be there when we needed her most.
Anne leaves behind the people she loved beyond measure: her children, Bernie Belbin (Vern), Natasha Wadden (Stanley), Bobby Wadden (Melissa), Leo Harris (Beth), Stephanie Wadden (Steven), and Byron Harris (Summer). She also leaves behind her nine cherished grandchildren, who brought immeasurable joy and purpose to her life. A mother’s love is impossible to measure, and Mom loved each of her children and grandchildren fiercely. Yet anyone who knew her knew there was a special light in her eyes whenever she spoke about her grandson, Riley. He was the apple of her eye, her pride and joy. The sun truly rose and set on him, and the bond they shared was one of the greatest blessings of her life. Anne is survived by her sister, Alice Poirier, along with many extended family members and dear friends whose lives were touched by her kindness, generosity, and love.
Anne was predeceased by her beloved parents, Bernadette and Fred Dye; brothers, Harry Harnum, and Eugene Dye; sisters, Audrey Ranni, and Donna Hatcher, and by the love of her life of 22 years, Byron Harris and later on in life was able to find love again and was predeceased by her husband, Jeff DeViller.
While we grieve her absence here, we find comfort in imagining the reunion taking place beyond this life, a reunion filled with love, laughter, and familiar faces she had missed for so long. The truth is, there is no way to prepare for losing your mother. No matter your age, no matter how much time you had, a part of you leaves with her. The world feels a little quieter, a little colder, and a little less bright. But if Mom taught us anything, it was the importance of family, resilience, and unconditional love. Those lessons will remain with us always.
Though she is no longer here for us to call, hug, or hear her voice, she lives on in the stories we tell, the memories we share, the values she instilled in us, and in every piece of ourselves that she helped shape. Her love did not end with her final breath. It continues through her children, her grandchildren, and all those fortunate enough to have been loved by her. We are heartbroken by her passing, but grateful for every moment we were blessed to have with her. Every laugh, every lesson, every sacrifice, and every act of love will remain with us forever. Mom, we love you more than words can ever express. We miss you more than our hearts can bear. Thank you for being our mother, our guide, and our greatest source of love.
Until we meet again, always and forever. Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Ann DeViller will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 6 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Interment will take place at a later date.
Donations in memory of Ann may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Deepest Condolences To All The Family 💔❤️🙏.. your Mom will be missed Dearly ..Rest Easy Friend Gone Too Soon 💔❤️
To Anne’s family…I am saddened to hear of her passing. The obituary is a beautiful tribute to her life & what she meant to you all. She & I went went through elementary school together. It has been many, many years since I last spoke with her. At that time, she spoke with pride & deep love for her children. May she rest in peace.
I went to school with Anne. Beautiful lady. I am very sorry for your loss.
Sandra Perry Hrynick
I’m still in shock that your mom passed she will be surely missed love you all sending my deepest condolences for your great loss may you find comfort in all your memories I know I will ❤️❤️❤️😇🙏😇
i’m a firm believer that when we lose someone close to us, they continue to live on through us and give us unbelievable strength. They’re so connected to us that they become a part of us.”
Deepest Sympathy to all Family & Friends
Doddy & Bobby Keel 💐💐💐💐💐
What a beautiful write up about your mom. The last time I spoke with her the conversation was mostly about her grandkids. My sincere condolences to each and everyone who considered her to be family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all. We were very saddened to hear of the passing of your Mom. Anne was a very kind, loving friend who always had a big heart. I loved her sense of humour. She loved all her children and grandchildren so much. Her family meant the world to her. May she rest in peace
Phyllis and Phillip Williams
Anne was a childhood friend and wonderful human being. I extend my most sincere condolences to her family during this difficult time. Cheers to lemons Anne 🙂
Sending condolences to Byron and family. Rest easy Anne, sorry for your loss.
so sorry for your loss she was a great lady Barry and Doreen Harris
To Anne’s family, Very sorry for the loss of your mom Anne. She brought joy to Bernette and Freddie as a child with lots of love and lots of fun. They were happy and proud to have her and very much enjoyed having her as their daughter.
She will live on in all of your hearts and memories always. May she Rest in Peace.
Uncle Ivan and the Bates family
I was very saddened to hear about the passing of my sister in law Anne. In the short time I knew her I could see how devoted she was to her family. I am so glad she married my brother, they were so happy together. She will be dearly missed.
You never got to steal me as your daughter when I was young but I will always remember how much you treated me like family when we were together. We in the last few years reconnected and you even hoped my big move would be good for me. It was and I’ll always cherish our chats . You will be missed. Give them all hugs in heaven for me. I’ll miss you.
Anne was a child hood friend my sincere condolences to all the family RIP Anne fly high
My deepest condolences to Anne’s children and grandchildren. My heart breaks for each of you. Always keep the memories close. ❤️. My mom and Anne were friends for many years. Anne just messaged me this past March talking about mom and how she misses her. My hope is that they are sitting down for a nice cup of tea and a long overdue chat.