Monthly Archives: January 2024

John Joseph Barron

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John Joseph Barron (January 17, 1942- January 20, 2024)
Passed peacefully away, surrounded by his family, at the Health Sciences Center in St. John’s,
NL on January 20, 2024, John (Jack) Barron of Whitbourne, NL at the age of 82.
Jack is predeceased by his parents, John Barron Sr. And Rose Barron (nee Maher), sisters Agnes
Cajipe, Marion Lotono, brothers: Garrett (Darry) Barron, Kevin Barron, Cyril Barron, and Jerry
Barron sister in law Sarah Barron brothers in law John Cajipe, Romy Licayan, and John Jewel.
Leaving to mourn his beloved daughters: Renee Cranford, Veronica (Monty) Petipas, beloved
sons: Gerald Barron (Karin) and Andrew Barron, his precious grandchildren who were the light
of his life Olivia Cranford, Connor Bureau, and Grayson Barron. Also leaving to mourn are
brothers: William Barron (Sandra), Ben Barron, and Greg Barron (Marjorie), sisters: Doreen
Licayan (Gene Laborie), Theresa Barron, Debbie Barron, and Ernestine Barron as well as many
nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dad will be remembered for his great love of music and exceptional musical talent who couldn’t
read music, but played only by ear. He will also be remembered for his fierce love for his family
always. He brought much joy to many people through his gift of music.
Funeral Services are entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, NL
Visitation with the family will be held on:
Monday, Jan. 22 from 10-12am, 2-4pm, and 7-9pm and also Tuesday Jan, 23 from 10-12am
Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday January 23 at 2:00pm at St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic
Church, Whitbourne, NL
Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Dad’s memory may be made to the Canadian
Diabetes Association or Canadian Lung Association.

Gladys Gosse (Clarke)

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Gladys Gosse ( Sept. 26, 1938- Jan. 12, 2024)

It is with a heavy heart that we, her family, announce the passing of our beautiful Mom, Gladys Gosse ( nee Clarke) in her 85 year. She passed peacefully away at the Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion in Carbonear.

Gladys is predeceased by her beloved husband of 62 years, Karl Sr., her daughter Fay Langer, daughter-in-law, Jackie, and son-in-law Ed Mercer. Her parents Lionel Sr. and Suzanna Clarke ( nee Dean) her parents-in-law Arthur and Mahala Gosse, Brothers Bill (Carol), Elwood ( Phyllis), Augustus, and Lionel Jr. Sisters Georgina ( Fred) Vokey, Gloria ( Stan) Burton, Ruby (Wayne) Capson, . Her in-laws, Edward ( Bella), Harry ( Dulcie), Robin, Frank, Pearl ( Aubrey) Brinston, Jean ( Ned) Goodyear, Mable Tulk, Sylvia Gilbert, Con Travers, Lloyd Gosse, Max Noseworthy, and Mike Greiner.
Leaving with the most beautiful memories, her children , Carl Jr. (Betty),  Bella (Bill), Susan (Glen),
Marie (Ernie), Mike (Linda), Calvin (Bev) and Meloney (Joe). Her grandkids, who were the light of her world, Jeff, Roben,  Gladys, Justin, Michael, Billy, Glen Jr., David, Stephen, Nicole, Robert, Frankie, Christopher, Michael Jr., Kayla, Scott, Alissa and Casey , 30 great grand Children, siblings, June ( Vivian), Ralph (Dale), Ella (Arnold), Olive and Millie her sisters-in-law Phyllis (John), Rita, Berenice and Eileen, Whilemena.
Gladys is also leaving behind a huge  circle of extended family and friends.
Funeral Services are entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne.
Viewing will be held Monday January 15, 2024 @ 10am- 12 noon, 2pm-4pm & 7pm-9pm
Cremation will then take place.
Service will take place at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne  on Thursday,  January 18@2pm.
 In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John the Baptist Church in her memory.
“How lucky am I to have something that makes saying good so hard”

Barbara Joan Piercey ( Hollett )

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We are horribly saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Barbara Joan Piercey (Hollett) at the age of 65.

Barb took her final breath in the early morning of January 7, 2024, after an unexpected and sudden terminal Cancer diagnosis.
Barbara is predeceased by, sister (Cathy), mother (Evelyn), father (Gearld), brother (Gerald Jr.), and son (Christopher).
Barbara is survived by husband (Ronald), daughters (April & Cathy), sisters (Susie, Laurie & Linda), grandchildren (Bailey, Denver, Abby and Rachael), and all her friends and neighbors who she truly loved like family.
Barbara was loved by all who knew her. Her presence is sorely missed, and her loss is deeply felt.
Visitation  at Holloway’s  Funeral,  Whitbourne   on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024  2:00 – 4:00  and 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
Funeral Service  will be held on Thursday , January 11th,  at 2:00 pm  from Holloway’s Funeral Home.
She left us beautiful memories, and although we cannot see her, she’s always at our side.
You’ll Never Walk Alone

Eldridge (Reg) Raymond Smith

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, son, brother and uncle,  Eldridge Raymond Smith. Reg passed away at the young age of 69 with his loving wife by his side at the Placentia Hospital on Dec 31st, 2023 .

Predeceased by his mother and father; Janet and Carl Smith, brother Dyke, brother in law Gary Pretty and great nephew David. Also, his mother and father in law May and Felix Pike, brother in laws Gerard, Chris and Bill and sister in law Sis Power.

Leaving to mourn with broken hearts are his wife Monica,  brothers; Earl (Sharon),  and Harvey (Floss). Sisters; Pheobe (Larry), Jenny (Darrell) and Debbie. As well as many nieces and nephews, especially his great niece Abigail Smith.  As well as brother in laws;  John (Shirley), and Felix. Sister in laws Loretta, Clara and Sally. Also leaving behind his special buddy’s Dick Newhook (Carol), Ed White (Connie) and Dave Temple.

Saying Reg loved the outdoors is an understatement, he spent most of his time in the woods, out in his boat or in is favorite spot at Coles Pond catching a trout.

Special thanks going out to Dr. Nbenza and staff at the Placentia Health Centre for the care that was given to reg.

Visitation is on Saturday, January 6th, 2024  from 10am-12pm and 2pm until the service at 3 pm at Holloway’s Funeral Home.

The family asks that masks please be worn during visitation and service

Flowers gratefully declined

Cremation has taken place