David Clarke

1957 – 2021

Passed peacefully away, surrounded by his loving family, at his home in Blaketown on July 5, 2021, age 63.

Dave was predeceased by his parents, Doreen and Joe Clarke, his bother Wayne, his sister Jean and his brother-in-law Wayne Day.

Left with broken hearts and happy memories are his partner and best friend Mike, his sons Shane (Christian), Travis( Keisha) and their mom Denise and his precious and adorable grand-daughter Scarlett.  His siblings Marilyn (Darrell), Jerry (Barb), John (Vera), Lloyd (Barb),  Goldie (Terry), Joanne (Steve), brother-in-law Doug, Sister-in-laws Dianne and Debbie.  Mike’s family, his daughter Tracey, brother Cam, sisters Patsy, Theresa, Nettie, Beth and their families, as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a great circle of friends.

At Dave’s request cremation has taken place, there will be no visitation or church service.  A private family committal will take place at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne at a later date.

Passed peacefully away at the Reactivation Care Centre in Toronto on Friday, June 18, 2021, Betty Williams of Bellevue, formerly St. John’s, Aged 86 Years. Predeceased by her husband of 30 years, Reuben (Chico) Williams and Ex-Husband Edward (Eddy) Greene, her sister Dallas Brown and Parents Richard (Dick) and Eleanor (Nellie) Cook. Left with loving memories her sister and best friend Marie Walsh, her brother Richard Cook and her children David Greene (Deborah), Susan Greene (Helen), Kevin Greene, Karen Giblon, Stephen Greene (Annie). Stepdaughters, Brandi Bryant and Natasha Williams-Kolarczyk, Grandchildren Christopher & Adam Greene, Rachel Pimienta (Alan), Schmuel, Tamara, Aviva & Binyamin Giblon, Ireland Greene-Gibbs, AJ, Oliver & Simon Bryant, and Naomi Williams. Great-Grandchildren Samson Coombs and Amellia Pimienta, as well as numerous Nieces and Nephews. Sister-in-Law, Dianne Trott and all the extended family in Bermuda, the US, and other parts of the world. Life-long friends include Jean Suttie, Shirley Tucker, Shirley Reid and Judy Chubbs. There are many other friends, especially in Bellevue area, and please know you were all very special to her. Betty’s achievements and successes started in kindergarten at Bishop Spencer, where she participated in plays and programs, earned her Golden Cord in Girl Guides, and continued as captain of several sports teams. Betty was voted “Ideal Spencer Girl” and graduated in 1952. A consummate athlete she was an outstanding pitcher in the St. John’s Ladies softball in the late 40’s and early 50’s for her team, The Tornados. She was the first female athlete inducted to the St. John’s Softball Hall of Fame in 1978. Betty’s proudest accomplishment, after motherhood, was being a Nurse. Graduating from the General Hospital School of Nursing in 1956, she advanced in her career, working as Emergency and ICU Supervisor, then Ambulatory Care Manager until her retirement in 1983. She then helped establish the Provincial Organ Procurement program, travelled the province teaching Respiratory care, and set-up training for and managed the Para-Medic Ambulance service for St. John’s. Always active in the community she volunteered innumerable hours to several causes including Co-operative Housing, St. John’s Emergency Planning, The Lung Association, UCW, etc. In recognition of her efforts Betty was named “St. John’s Citizen of the Year” in 1979. A Graveside Service and Interment to take place Sunday, July 4, 2021, at 2:00 pm at Thornlea United Church and Cemetery. A reception and celebration of her life to follow at the church hall (Covid restrictions will apply). Donations to The Lung Association or Thornlea United Church Women are appreciated or Flowers are welcome.

Passed peacefully away on Tuesday evening June 22nd. 2021 , Mary Kathleen Walsh McCarthy, age 94 years.  Predeceased by her husband Bernard McCarthy, parents Michael &  Ellen Walsh, four brothers & two sisters.  Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her sister Sadie, her two Daughters:  Carolyn ( Harrison), June (Ralph) & her three sons: Michael ( Peggy), Clarence ( Sue), Louis (Heather), 9 Grandchildren, 15 Great-grandchildren, 1 Great-great- grandchild and a large circle of family & friends.  Visitation at Sacred Heart Roman  Catholic Church in Bellevue, Friday June 25 th. from 2-4 & 7-9 pm . Funeral service 10 am Saturday June 26 th. 2021. Internment to follow at Roman Catholic Cemetery.  Flowers gratefully accepted  or donations to The Cancer society.

Passed peacefully away at  Whitbourne on June 13, 2021 Mae Dawe (nee Brazil) in her 79th year. Leaving to mourn husband Leonard of 59 years, son Leonard (Renee) daughter Angela (Darrin) grandchildren  Allan (Monique), Leanne (Zachary), Brian. Siblings Reg (Glenys), Sadie (Chesley), Mary (Chesley), Ruby and Reid.  A large number of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great great nieces and nephews. Cousin Harry and Connie and special niece Cynthia.  Special friends Rose Scoville, Cecilia Turner.  Very special thanks to Aunt Ruby and Connie for all their help and support over the years and throughout Mom’s illness. 

Services will be held at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church and the Salvation Army Cemetery in Whitbourne at 2pm on Wednesday June 30.  Because of Covid restrictions,If you would like to attend the  church service you must preregister by calling  709-759-3020.

Show your love by wearing something purple, Mom’s favorite  color, or remembering her love of butterflies and squirrels.

Albert Leslie Warren

June 9^th, 1964-June 9^th, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Albert Warren (Bert) of Chapel Arm Age 57. Bert is predeceased by his mother and father (Frances and William Warren) and three of his best buddies, Darren Warren, Tommy Reid, and Oral Newhook.

Forever remembered and dearly loved by wife and best friend of 37 years Suz, daughter Lisa, son Craig, daughter in-law Candace and two beautiful granddaughters Claire his diamond and Allison his treasure. Brother Ken (Lori), Sister Kay (Joe) sister in-law Lorelei (John) and mother and father in-law Vinnie and Norm Thorne.  Nieces and Nephews Liz (Kenny), Steve (Melissa), Cory (Jessica), Izzie, Sydney, Makenzie, Braedon, Ella, Scott, and Freya.  A special mention to Jim and Helen Griffin who became a big part of his family.  Bert was a loving husband, father, father in-law, grandfather, brother, and uncle.  He was loved and respected by all who were blessed to know him.

Bert grew up in Chapel Arm where he met and married his soul mate and buddy at the young age of 17. Soon after they started their family and had two children who he dedicated his life to.  He passed on his life for the outdoors to Craig and Lisa, always taking them fishing, hunting for moose and rabbits, skidoo runs in the woods or down the track.  Bert was a phenomenal operator learning from his own father’s construction company.  He passed on his skill and passion of the trade to his son who will be quick to tell you that he learned from the very best.  Throughout his career, Bert made many friends that always kept in contact with him and if you ask them, they’d all say that any day on the job with Bert was a good one. 

Bert had a significant number of friends who loved to gather around in the garage for a drink of rum and a feed of deep-fried fish.  He made THE best deep-fried fish you’ve ever tasted!! Bert and Suz spent many weekends down the track at their trailer and if you ever drove by you were always welcomed by that smiling face, we all know so well.  

And finally, the light in Bert’s life his two granddaughters Claire and Allison.  Bert had many roles in his life but becoming a grandfather was his greatest blessing.  From trips down the track for sleepovers, snuggled into poppy’s arms on the couch, and being there for every moment of their lives. There was nothing Poppy Bert didn’t or couldn’t do for his two girls, they had him wrapped around their finger and he loved them with all his heart.

“If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever”

“If Bert can’t fix it, it can’t be fixed”

HICKEY, Violet nee Morgan – Passed peacefully away at the age of 86 years young on April 3, 2021 at the Health Sciences Center after a week-long hospitalization, Vi, as she was affectionately known, suffered from kidney disease, heart disease and lastly cancer. Predeceased by her son David; beloved husband Owen; parents Isaac and Elsie Morgan, brothers George, Harold, and Gerald; and sister Joyce Hutchings, she will be sadly missed. She is affectionately remembered by: daughter Susan; sons Robert (Tammy); Paul (Stephanie); and Michael (Tammy); six adoring granddaughters: Mikayla, Emily, Rianna, Alexandria, Marissa, and Ava; brothers: Herbert Morgan (Bee), Stewart Morgan (Carrie), sister Ruby Baker, brother-in-law, John Hickey (Mary), Sisters-in-law. Monica Hickey (Sisters of Mercy), Lillian Doody and also a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A sincere thank you to the nurses and doctors at 5 South A and the dialysis unit at the Health Sciences Center for taking such good care of Mom this past week,  Thank you also to the staff at Mount Pearl Square Dialysis Unit  for taking care of Mom these last three years, she called you her angels. Thank you as well to Dr. Linda Ivany for her excellent care over the years. Special thank you to Taunya Branton for homecare.  Vi was a loving mother, wife and grandmother, family came first and she loved to cook elaborate meals for her family. She loved having her family at her side, she was the glue that held our family together.  Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, and visitation will be held on Monday from 2 – 4:00 p m. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, Whitbourne on Wednesday at 2:00 p m. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Vi’s memory to the Kidney Foundation of Canada or a charity of one’s choice. Interment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Whitbourne. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, funeral will be by invitation only.

What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

[Verse 1]
I see trees of green, red roses too
I see them bloom, for me and you
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world

[Verse 2]
I see skies of blue and clouds of white
The bright blessed days, the dark sacred nights
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world

[Bridge]
The colors of the rainbow
So pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces
Of people going by
I see friends shaking hands, saying, “How do you do?”
They’re really saying, “I love you”

[Verse 3]
I hear babies cry, I watch them grow
They’ll learn much more
Than I’ll ever know
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world
Yes, I think to myself
What a wonderful world

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Frances Margaret Warren (Nee-Quinton) passed peacefully away on March 31st, 2021 in her 80th year surrounded by family. Frances Warren was born on December 26th, 1940 and is preceded in death by her Parents Edward Kenlen-Quinton and Mary-Jane Quinton, In-Laws Albert and Mariam Warren. Husband William Gerald Warren, brothers; Jack, Sam, and Lloyd. Sisters; Edith, Kate, and Daisy. Leaving to mourn, sister Delilah Fry.
Frances was the beloved mother of Ken (Lori), Bert (Susan), and Kay (Joe). Proud grandmother of Liz (Kenny), Steve (Melissa), Lisa, Craig (Candace), Cory (Jessica), and Izzy. Frances had five great-grandchildren, Braeden, Ella, Claire, Scott, and Allison.
Frances lived a full life and if you ask, she was the best bread maker, pastry maker, and storyteller around!! All who knew her loved her dearly, they will never forget her wit, sense of humor, highly skilled knitting techniques and delicious jigs’ supper! Frances was a dedicated mother first and foremost and treasured her children while embracing every moment with them. She especially loved her role as a grandmother and played a big part in each of their lives. Making the most delicious bread they all loved, tucking them in at their many sleepovers, and kissing scrapped knees.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Alex Noseworthy of Whitbourne, formally of St. John’s, at the age of 81 years old. Alex peacefully passed away at the Placentia Lions Manor in the loving arms of Mary,  his wife and best friend of 40 years at his side.