MURPHY, Beulah Grace Smith,  Nov. 24, 1950 – Sept. 29, 2017. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Beulah G. Murphy on Sept. 29, 2017 at 66 years from Norman’s Cove, She passed away peacefully at the Dr. Wm H. Newhook Community Health Centre at Whitbourne.  Predeceased by her father Robert J. Smith, and her mother Rebecca S. Thorne-Smith, and her  sister Susie Smith. Survived by her husband Adrian, two daughters Susan/Scott Smith, Tina/ Cameron Doble and one son Steven / Melissia Murphy. Seven grandchildren; Ashley Power, Stacey Power, Dennis Murphy, Nathan Murphy, Cayden Doble, Jessica Doble and Samantha Murphy. Four brothers Morgan/ Terry Smith, George/ Sandra Smith, Stanley Smith/Sandy Brown and Darren/Marlene Smith. Five sisters Sylvia/Hayward Smith, Lillian /Alfred Thorne, Mavis / Bernard Power, Darlene / William Osachuk and   Nancy / Bill Hurley, plus a number of nephews and nieces and a large circle of family and friends. Cremation arrangments entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. A Memorial Service honouring the life of Beulah G. Murphy will take place at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2017 at 2:00 pm. Her fond love for nature which  included berry picking, camping and fishing with her family and friends. She loved knitting, sewing, quilting, interior decorating and gardening . She also was an inspiration and was loved by all her family and friends.  She was a remarkable person who will be missed by many.  A sincere thank you to all her family and friends for visiting her at her home and loving her throughout the years.  Special thanks to Rev. Lynda Goy-Flint, Minister Norman’s Cove Pastoral Charge United Church. Dr. Stephanie Squibb, Dr. Ahmed Abumeess and especially Dr. Leslie Ann Manning at the Dr. Wm H. Newhook Community Health Centre. Dr. Robert Farrell, Carbonear General […]

MERCER, George, It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of George Bramwell Mercer on September 19, 2017 at the age of 62 after fighting a valiant battle of cancer. Predeceased by his father Emerson Mercer. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife, Florence; his children; Kelly (John), Travis (Danielle),  Brittany (Chris),  Kandace, Cody (Shandi); Grand-daughter Rae-Lynn.  Mother; Ruby Mercer,  brother; Don (Tina),  sister’s; Maxine (Harvey), Brenda (Bud), Lois (John), Sandra,  Darlene (Leonard), Lorraine (Kevin); also a large number of nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends. Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Visitation Thursday  from 10:00 am – 9:30 pm, Friday 10:00 am  – 1:00 pm.  After 1:00 ( Family only ). Public  Funeral service well be held on Friday, Sept. 22, 2017 at 4:00 pm from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne.  No flowers by request; donations may be made to the George Mercer Memorial Fund c/o Holloway’s Funeral Home, P.O. Box 42 Whitbourne, NL. A0B 3K0. To leave a message of condolence or to sign the online guest book please visit www.hollowaysfuneralhome.ca

WOODMAN, Donald Maxwell,   Passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, Donald Maxwell Woodman of Norman’s Cove, age 81 years old.  Predeceased by parents Hector & Edna Woodman and brother  Charles Woodman from New Harbour., In-laws Ernest & Ida Newhook, brother-in-law Calvin Newhook and sister-in-law Hilda Jane Walsh from Long Cove, nephew Donald Maxwell Newhook from Mississauga. Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 53 years  Mary, son Gary (Michelle), daughter Dana (Steve) Piercey. Also leaving to mourn with fond and happy memories, sister-in-law Shirley Woodman, brothers-in-law; Len (Clara), Clarence (Irene), Sidney (Lisa), Baxter Newhook, nieces and nephews, caring homeworkers Kimberley Stead and Jalisa Barnes and a large circle of family & friends. We cannot forget his beautiful furbabies, Lilly Belle and Mya. Resting at The Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove. Visitation Tuesday, Aug 29,  2:00 – 4:00 pm, 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Wednesday, Aug 30.  10:00 am – 12:00 noon. Funeral service will take place on Aug. 30 at 2:00 pm. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer-Dementia Association or The Primates World Relief and Development Fund.

Ruby Joyce Smith/ Garnier/ Thorne March 12,1932 – August 15, 2017 Passed peacefully away at the Dr. O’Mahony Memorial Manor , originally from Twillingate . Predeceased by husbands Augustus Garnier and Edmund Thorne  and step-son Charles. Leaves to mourn sons Byford (Linda) Garnier and Aubrey Garnier, step-children Bruce (Phyllis), Robert (Roberta), David (Doreen), Elizabeth (Brad) Briant,Wilfred (Vicki), Rosemary (OZ). grandchildren David (Lorie) Garnier,James Garnier. great grandchildren Michael, Sara-Lyn and Jaime-Lynn Garnier. 15 step grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Brothers in law Eric (Phoebe), Bill (Ethel), Tom (Marjorie),sister in law Minnie. Large circle of family and friends. Waking at Faith United Church h, Thursday.  Funeral to take place at Faith United Church Thornlea, Friday August 18 at 3 pm. Internment to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Faith United Church Cemetery Fund Thornlea,  or Alzheimer Society of NL.

POWER, Susanna (May 15, 1940 – August 13, 2017) Susanna Power in her 77 th year of Chapel Arm, NL, passed peacefully away at Central West Hospice, Ottawa, ON, on August 13, 2017.   Pre-deceased by her husband Thomas, her parents Martin and Bridgette and her siblings John, Mary, Kevin and Edward.   Lovingly remembered by her five children; daughters Annette (Faron), Katherine, Cynthia (Don), Christina (Ian) and only son Derrick (Helen), many grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family. Remembered dearly by her siblings, Tom, Adrian, Madeline and Betty. Susanna leaves behind a large circle of friends in Newfoundland, Alberta and Ontario.   At Susanna’s request cremation has taken place in Ottawa and Funeral arrangements are made with Holloway’s Funeral home in Whitbourne, NL.   Memorial services will be held between 10:00 am – 09:30 pm on Aug 30, 2017, with a Funeral service at Sacred Heart Church beginning at 1:00 pm on the Aug 31, 2017.   In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Susanna can be made to Hospice Care, Ottawa, Ontario, http://www.hospicecareottawa.ca/ . The family would like to thank the Champlain Community Care Access Centre (CCAC), Dr. Spacek and Dr. Sabloff for providing great care of their mother. “Susanna you have been taken from us too soon, you will always be remembered!”

PINSENT, Anthony of Bellevue, 85, died Sunday, July 30, 2017 at Health Sciences Complex in St. John’s following a brief illness. He leaves his wife of 62 years, Marie, his daughter Kim Newhook (Derick), son Joe, grandchildren Sean, Colleen, Ashley, Brooklyn and great grandchild Harley. Preceded by his son Gerry. Born and raised in Bellevue Anthony worked 28 seasons as a Fisheries Guardian with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. He was a kind, generous man and a great husband (but don’t ask Marie). He was da bestest Fadder ever! Always there with a great story and a generous soul who will be dearly missed. Anthony will be waked at St. Ann’s Church in Bellevue, Newfoundland Wednesday, August 02, 2017 starting 11:00 am with a Wake Service at 7:00 pm. Funeral Service Thursday, August 03, 2017 at 11:00 am with a reception following at the Hall next to St. Ann’s Church.

Smith, Janet.  June 22, 1929 – July 26, 2017…. age 88 years. . Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on July 26, 2017, Janet Smith of Norman’s Cove. Predeceased by husband Carl, son Derrick, parents Lucy and Richard Newhook, brothers and sisters: Gorden, Albert, Rachel, Emma and Cecil.  Leaving to mourn with heavy hearts her children:  Earl (Sharon), Harvey, Reg (Monica), Pheobe (Larry), Jenny (Darryl), Debbie (Gary). Grandchildren: Todd, Craig, Colleen,  Derrick (Tina), Carl (Patricia), Shane (Tish), Jenny (Andrew),  Kayla (Chad),  Ryan (Rebecca), Janet (Ron),  Carly. Brother-in-law Reg (Mary). She will be lovingly remembered by Deborah (Robin), special nephew Andy and her ten great grandchildren whom she adored. Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home on Friday at 7:00 – 9:30.pm Resting at  The  Church of The Good  Shepherd Anglican Church Saturday from 10:00 am to time of funeral. Funeral service will be held on Saturday , July 29, 2017 at 2:00 pm. Inurnment at the Anglican Cemetery, Norman’s Cove. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to a Charity of One’s Choice. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt who we will miss dearly. ” A Mother’s Love Is A Blessing”

Smith, Dolores Elizabeth. It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of a very special woman, Dear Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend. Dolores Elizabeth Smith, age 73, passed away peacefully at her home in Norman’s Cove surrounded by her family on July 24, 2017 after a long and courageous battle with cancer for nearly 6 years. She was predeceased by her Father James Power, Father in Law Seymour Smith, Mother in Law Lucy Smith and Brother in Law Thomas Brown. Leaving to mourn a loving and devoted Husband of 53 years, Mike Smith who tirelessly cared for her during her illness until she was welcomed into Gods grace, Her Mother Gweneth Power, Sons Roddie (Lorrie), Jamie (Darlene) ,Travis (Courteney), and her daughter Danielle. Her 6 Grandchildren; who were her pride and joy :Michael, Dylan, Dawson, Katelyn, Chiara and Madison. Sisters Nancy (Edward), Patricia ( Frank ),  Anglea and Joan, Brother Edward (Linda), Brother in Laws Clarence (Mary), Bill (Madeline), Leon ( Anita ), Merrill ( Charlotte), Ern ( Glennis),  Rick ( Carla), Sister in Laws Pheobe (Wilfred), Sherri (Todd). Cremation has already taken place. Funeral service will take place at  Bethel United Church, Norman’s Cove on September 16, 2017 at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow  at the United Cemetery, Norman’s Cove. No flowers by request. Anyone wishing to send monetary donations can do so through The Canadian Cancer Society in her memory.  

On Monday July 17th 2017 Shane Hamlyn passed from this world. He is survived by his son Tristan Hamlyn, His Parents Marie and Wilson Hamlyn, His sister Kim/Dena, brother Ira/Lotis, nephew Drake, nieces Kayla, Katelynn and Skye and great niece Miakoda.   A wonderful father, brother, uncle, cousin, and talented and dedicated musician and friend. A kind soul with a loving heart will be forever missed and cherished by all who know him. He was lost before his time and will be forever loved and remember in our hearts. Join us on Thursday, July 20, 2017 to celebrate the life and memory of Shane Hamlyn from 2 pm to 8 pm his service will be in the form of a wake at the Hamlyn residence at 110 Main Rd. in Bellevue. Shane was a true musician and left us with many songs to remember him by. He will forever be in our hearts.