Raymond Richard Gosse, Born November 1, 1945, passed away January 13, 2022 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s.

Leaving with loving memories are wife Gloria, son Raymond (Ronda), Daughters Janine Wold (Dwain) and Elizabeth (Shawn), Grandchildren Cassandra (Steven), Bradley, Brian, Sydney, Anthony, Christian, Anna, Blair, Jenna-Rae and C.J., Great Granddaughter Brody, Siblings Alice Drew, Robert (Anne), Harriet Rees (Lester), brothers & sisters in law Judy, Gerri and Anita (Blair), Ed (Jean), Bernice (Alex), Betty (Ed), Yvonne, Ricky (Carolyn), Sandra (Phil), Tony (Brenda), Jackie (Gary) and Chrissy, as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends and special friends Azariah and Joan Smith. 

Predeceased by son Brian, granddaughter Emily, parents Cyril and Hattie, sister Florence, Brothers Cyril, David and Gordon, parents in law John and Elizabeth Moore, brother in law Cutler Drew, sister-in-law Violet Moore and niece Kelly. 

Visitation will be  at Holloway’s Funeral Home,  Whitbourne Tuesday, January 18, 2022. 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.  1:00 – 5:00 pm. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 2:00 pm from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne.

Donations in Raymond’s name may be made to St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne.

Eileen Rebecca Reid -August 31, 1934-December 28,2021
On December 28th heaven has gained another angel. Passed peacefully away at Lions Manor
Nursing home in Placentia at the age of 87 surrounded by her loving daughters, Eileen Rebecca
Reid. Predeceased by her husband, Harry Reid; parents, James and Minnie Newhook; daughter,
Dorothy Reid; grandson Joshua Poole; sisters, Joanne Cooper and Beatrice Harris; brother,
William Newhook.
Leaving to mourn with heart-filled memories her sons; Barry (Vivian), Keith (Jamie), Bill
(Donna), Don (Patsy), Curtis, Dean (Trudy), Chris (Susan), Paul (Andrea), daughters; Jocelyn
(Pete), Minnie (Dennis) and Pauline (Angus); 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters
Bessie, Iris and Sylvia; brothers Doug (Barb), Ed (Bonnie); along with numerous nieces and
nephews and a large circle of friends.
Eileen was a loving and caring woman to all who knew her and greeted everyone with a smile
and a hug. She was well known for her love of cards; especially a good game of 120s, her
passion for quilting and knitting and not to mention her famous raisin buns that were savored by
everyone lucky enough to taste one. Family was extremely important to her and she never missed
a birthday or anniversary with a card and phone call.
Special thanks going to Lions Manor unit 3 and unit 1 staff.
Funeral service to take place on Thursday December 30 @ 2pm at The Church of the Good
Shepperd, Norman’s Cove. Due to Covid restrictions there will be no visitation and funeral is by
invitation only as space is limited and Vaxx Pass  and mask is required.
Donations may be made in her memory to her favorite charities; Ronald McDonald House,
Children’s Wish Foundation, or charity of donor’s choice.

Viola Eileen Reid (Warren)

December 18, 2021

It’s a beautiful blessing that our Mother, Viola “Eileen” Reid is at peace with The Lord, and her parents Percy and Phoebe (Higdon) Warren, her sister Ruby, and stepmother Gladys. Born and raised in Chapel Arm in 1936, Mom passed away on December 18, 2021 with her family at her side and in her prayers: Barry and Valerie (Jade, Travis), Todd and Sheri (Ryan, Heidi), Karen and Diane, Ford and Loretta (Josh, Dylan), Lori and Ken (Megan and Miranda), Jackie (Zach, Mariah), Rodney and Connie (Max), Ross and Lisa (Chantelle). Mom was a special great “Nan” to Zahara, Ameera and Niyyah, Zander, Karson, Harlan, Lucy, Madison and Mason. She will be forever missed by her sisters Lydia and Lucy (both in Ontario), her brother Winston (Newfoundland), and a large circle of friends, in particular her very best friend Betty Newman.  Mom is also survived by our Dad, Max (Judy).

We had many good laughs with Mom – she loved a good time. That she lived with and battled dementia every step of the way for the past 12 years is a testament to her strength. She was a nurturer and a giver – her volunteering was legendary. She was faithful to her children, to her beliefs and to God. She was a disciplinary, yet she was meek and mild and loved by everyone. When she wasn’t knitting or sewing, Mom was making bread, with the butter and molasses freely flowing (heels were a highlight) – and everyone in Chapel Arm knew it!  Her hugs were legendary – you weren’t getting away from her without one (usually a double dose), but more importantly, she taught you to give hugs as you would receive. Mom, you are and always will be, our Sunshine!

A very special thank you to all the staff of 3SE Tower at Pleasant View Towers, especially Michelle (head Nurse Practitioner) and Melissa (Resident Manager).  Your unwavering care and compassion for our Mother over the past several years is truly and eternally appreciated.

Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Sunday, December 19 from 10:30am to 12pm, and 2-4pm. Funeral service to follow at Holloway’s on Monday at 1:30pm, officiated by Mr. Klinton Jacques and Mom’s sister, Lucy Warren. Mom will be laid to rest next to her Dad at the Un-Denominational Cemetery in Norman’s Cove.

Please be advised that all public health COVID protocols including proof of vaccination will apply during visitation and the funeral.

On December 20 the Funeral Service will be for immediate family only due to COVD-19.

We take comfort that our mother, Vera Winifred Power (Clarke), is now at peace and resting with our Dad and her husband of 53 years, Kevin Power, and our sister, Geraldine. In her 80^th year, Mom passed away on December 3 with her family by her side. She will forever be missed by her children and grandchildren Kenneth and Lori (Megan [Keith Smith] and Miranda), Rick and Jackie (Bradley), Lorne and Stephanie (Casandra, Courtney and Christina), Elaine and Blair (Kevin), and Steven and Rebecca (Joshua and Cameron). Mom was especially proud of her two great grandchildren Madison and Mason.  Pre-deceased by her father Josiah Clarke, and mothers Elizabeth (England) and Blanche (Smith).  She will be missed by her sister Joan Clarke (Manuals, NL) and brother George Clarke (Kentville, NS), and a large circle of friends including her special “Auntie” Cavelle and close friend and sister-in-law Bernadette.

Born in Brigus, Mom grew up in Manuals, and moved to Chapel Arm to marry Dad in 1961.  Together they worked hard and built a family, a home and a successful business.  Mom being the Superwoman that she was, kept it all going with her strength.  She was happy with the simple pleasures of life – in addition to raising and guiding us, she kept an immaculate home and loved being in the kitchen.  Her famous fruitcake and chocolate chip cookies were enjoyed and will be missed by many.

Special thanks are extended to the sixth floor staff at Carbonear General Hospital. Your professionalism and support, your caring and compassion were truly appreciated.   Also to Mom’s room mate while she was in hospital, Mrs. Priddle for her ever watchful eye over Mom.  And a very heartfelt thank you to Mom’s home care provider Jacqui Crittenden. Jacqui – you are and always will be a part of our family.

Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Sunday, December 5 from 2-5pm and 7-9pm, and on Monday from 10am to 12pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Chapel Arm with a funeral service at 2:30pm, following which Mom will be laid to rest next to Dad at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

Passed peacefully away at the Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion in Carbonear on December 2, 2021, Juanita Best,  age 87, of Thornlea, Newfoundland. Predeceased by loving husband Edward, daughter-in-law Glendene, mother Minnie, step-father George. Leaving to mourn with fond memories are her children: Millicent (Dennis), Calvin (Toni), and Glenn (Connie); grandchildren: Dion (Carrie), Bradley (Geriann), Meghen (Stephen), Katie (Shannon), Lucas; great-grandchildren: Damian (Megan), Finley, Autumn, Hailee, Zayna, Maya, Rosie, and Janie; brother Clayton (Doris); sisters: Geraldine (Clyde, deceased),  Rita (Reg, deceased); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and  friends. Juanita will be forever remembered for her quick wit, selflessness, and compassion for others. A very special thank you to the staff of 2 South, Pte. Squibb Pavilion. Your thoughtfulness and caring are very much appreciated. Resting at Faith United Church, Thornlea Friday, December 3 @7-9pm, and Saturday, December 4 @11am-2pm & 4pm-7pm. Funeral to take place Monday December 6 at 11am. Interment to follow in the Thornlea United Church Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Thornlea United Church Cemetery  Fund.  Please be advised that all public health COVID protocols, including proof of vaccination,  will apply during visitation and the funeral.

Arthur Gordon Rideout,  Passed peacefully away at the Dr. Leonard A. Miller  Center Palliative Care Unit, November 20, 2021 Arthur Gordon Rideout of Blaketown. Predeceased by son David, parents Elizabeth and Gordon Rideout, sister Ann Russell,  parents-in-law Ronald & Effie Taylor. Leaving to mourn with precious memories are wife Marion, daughters; Tracy (Glenn) Brace,  Cynthia (Gus)Payne, his pride and joy grandson Connor Payne, brother Bond (Barb), sister Inez (Alphonsus) Reid, The Taylor family of  Makinsons , as well as  nieces, nephews, family and friends to numerous to mention, just know you are in our hearts.

Special thanks to the staff at the Dr. Bliss Murphy Cancer Center, especially Dr. Brett Tompkins who cared  for Art for the past eighteen years. Thank  you to the palliative care team at the Miller Center for your compassionate care shown to Art during the last five weeks of his life’s journey. Words cannot express our gratitude. To all the staff at the Newhook’s Clinic, Whitbourne especially Dr. Stephanie Squibb, nurses Barb Taylor and Sherry Drover we extend our undying gratitude. We don’t know how we could have managed without you. Thank you to Rev. Bill Bartlett, Rev. Denine  Morgan-Tuck. Thank you for your prayers and many visits to Art’s bedside. To Major Chris Pilgrem  for your visit and prayers that last day. We are sure Art knew you were there in person not just on our TV  screen in our living room where we sat Sunday’s enjoying your church service.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Art’s life will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne.

Elizabeth Didham (nee Baldwin) R.N, March 30th, 1958 – November 18th, 2021.

Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on November 18th, 2021 surrounded by a circle of love, Betty Didham of Whitbourne.

Predeceased by her loving husband Alphonsus (Phonse), her parents William and Dorothy Baldwin, brother Albert, sister in law Verna. Parents-in-law Reginald and Florence Didham, sister in law Pat Ryan.

Leaving to mourn with cherished memories that will never fade are her daughter Jaime (Mike Whelan) and son Mark (Jill).

Siblings Linda (Larry Hoskins) Yvonne (Randy Mercer) Bill(Donna) , Don, Brenda (Tony Moore) Kelly (Dennis Lundrigan). She was a loving Aunt to her 6 nieces and 2 nephews and their spouses and she adored her 11 great nieces and nephews. Also, her brother in law Don Didham and his family, as well the Ryan families.

She will be lovingly missed by her partner, Junior Piercey. His children Heather (Kevin Best) Darin, Dale (Belinda) and Leeanne Drodge (Toby Bouzane)  and a large number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nanny Betty will be dearly missed by “her girls”, Kailey and Kiana.

Also, special friends Loretta Lundrigan and Harriett Rees and all of her quilting buddies.

Special thank you to the nurses and doctors in the ICU unit in Carbonear and as well in Health Science Centre for your care of Betty and the families.

Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, on Sunday November 21 from 1:00-5:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm.

Funeral Service to take place on Monday, November 22 at 2:00pm from Trinity United Church, Blaketown. Internment at the United Church Cemetery, Markland. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in Bettys memory to the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada (www.sbhac.ca).

Proof of vaccination will be needed for both visitation and the Funeral Service.         Masks will be mandatory.