Category Archives: Obituary

Roger Stewart Morgan

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It is with great sadness that the family of the late Roger Morgan announce his unexpected passing in Whitbourne on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at the age of 53 years old. He leaves to mourn with fond, loving memories his lifelong partner and wife of 28 years, Beverley; son Ryan (Amy); Daughter Tara(Michael); grandchildren: Sebastian and Andre; parents Stewart and Carrie Morgan; Sisters: Shona (Terry) and Joanne (Dean), Mother and Father-in- law Ivy and Gerald Vaters, Brother- in- law Shawn Vaters (Christine) as well as a large circle of nieces, uncles, aunts and a close circle of lifelong friends.

 

Roger loved the outdoors and being active, but most of all he enjoyed the loving company of family and friends. He was known as a patient, helpful man with the ability to keep others grounded.  He was an active member of the community and dedicated to his profession as a millwright. Roger had a special love for his children and grandchildren. He leaves us with beautiful memories to celebrate his 53 years of life. His smile and laughter will be forever missed.

 

Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home on January 26th-27th at 10am to 12pm, 1pm-4pm, 6pm-9pm. A funeral service will be held at the Whitbourne Anglican Church on Saturday, January 28 at 2pm.

 

Flowers are gratefully accepted or monetary donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association of NL, 603 Topsail Road, St. John’s, NL., AIE 2E1

Annie Louise Dyke

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DYKE, Annie Louise, It is with great sadness that our dear mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, sister and Aunt Annie Louise Dyke passed peacefully away at the H.S.C., St.John’s on Friday, January 6th, 2017, in her 95th year. She is predeceased by her  husband, William, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Leaving to fondly remember her amazing life are her daughters; Nora (Junior), Whitbourne, Enid (Howard), New Zealand,  5 grandchildren; Paul (Philly), Gander, LynnAnn, Whitbourne, Heather (Daryl), Halifax, Kyle,  Edmonton, Amy (Luke), Australia. Her beautiful 2 great-grandchildren, Rachel and Erica, Halifax. Her only surving sister Nora Bradey, Eastport. Special mention to her nieces and nephews; Audrey Penny, Patricia and Steve Cooney, Joyce and Lee Greeley, Gloria Moss, Rev. Jacinthia Penney and Jonathan Penney

Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Visitation Sunday and Monday 2:00 – 9:00 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne Tuesday, January 10, 2017. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne.

Mary Helen Parsons

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PARSONS, Mary Helen. Passed away peacefully on December 31, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family Mary Helen Parsons (nee Power) age 72 years of Markland. Predeceased by her husband  Raymond, Mom and Dad Theresa & Albert, parents-in-law William & Susannah Parsons.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving children; Karen, Donna (John), Derrick, Denise (Ron), Dennis (Amy). Sister’s; Anna (Kevin), Bon (Paddy), Theresa (Wayne), Carmel Ann, Mary Lou (Tony ), Marie (Charlie),  Brother’s;  Pat (Joan), John (Mary), Lenny (Debbie), Albert Liz), Andrew, Kevin, Harold (Sharon), Michael (Tanya).

Grandchildren; Joshua (Karen), Candice (John), Robyn (Paul), Ryan (Ugena), Danielle, Ronnie (Vanessa), Mackenzie, Makayla, Nicole, Holly, Shawn.

Great-Grandchildren; Londyn-Rae, Keeley, Christian, Rylan, Jayden, Cole, Kerissa, Riley. Hailey. Harley.

Brother-in-law; Frank Parsons. Sister’s-in-law; Elizabeth Monk,  Shirley Parsons. & a large circle of family and friends.

Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations may be made in Helen’s memory to the United Church Cemetery Fund.  Special thank you to the nursing staff at the Palliative Care Unit at the Leonard A. Miller Centre.

Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, Monday, January 2, 2017 from 10:00 am – 9:30 pm. Tuesday, January 3, 2017  from 10:00 am – 9:30 pm.

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 4th, 2017  at 2:00 pm from the St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne.

Interment will follow at the United Church Cemetery, Whitbourne

“I look at life as a gift from God, now that He wants it back I have no right to complain”

 

Alice Mary Kelly (nee Bruce)

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Alice Mary Kelly (nee Bruce) passed peacefully away on December 17, 2016 at 99 years of age.

Predeceased by husband Patrick Kelly, 3 children at birth, Brothers; Thomas, James, Morris, Dennis and Michael. Sisters; Susan Griffiths and Catherine Bruce.

Leaving to mourn Sister in laws; Camillia Bruce, Sophie Bruce, Jean Hurley and Anastasia Keating. Son James (Cathy) Kelly, Daughter Patricia (Gerard) Brothers, Grandchildren; Curtis (Amy), Evan, Leann and Sonya. Great Grandchildren; Taylor, Patrick and Lucy.

Special thanks to Placentia Health Care Centre , Dr. Mongat and nurses. Also the staff of Beachside Manor.

Resting at St. Jeromes Catholic Church in Long Harbour. Visitation to take place on Monday December 19 from 4pm to 9pm, Tuesday December 20 from 10am to 2pm and 4pm to 9pm. Wednesday December 21 from 10am to 12pm. Funeral service to follow at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

 

Pauline Michelle Smith

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Pauline Michelle Smith
Born: August 26, 1960
Passed: December 14, 2016

It is with great sadness and heavy heart that we announce the passing of Pauline on December 14, 2016 at the age of 56. Survived by her loving Husband Garland; Sons Edward (April); David (Tash); Daughter Crystal (Paul); Grand Daughter Claire; Mother Marion; Brothers Clem (Janet); Ross (Denise); Curt (Cynthia); Sister Helen (Ray); Sister-in-laws Jenny (Tom); Gail (Ivan); Brother-in-law Howard (Alice); Nieces and Nephews as well as many other family and friends. Special thanks to the nursing staff of 4 North B at the Health Science Centre. Also a heartfelt thank you to friends and family for their continuous support. A service honouring Pauline’s life will take place at the United Church in Thornlea on Saturday December 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm.

Arthur Thorne

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November 4, 1931 – December 3, 2016. THORNE, Arthur of Chapel Arm passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on December 3, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.
Predeceased by his parents Wilson and Bertha Thorne,  Brothers Lias, Sisters,  Pheobe Olive and Lillias. In laws, John and Lydia Thorne, Albert Smith, Dorthy Thorne, Keith Choate, Edward Thorne, Jane & Hary Newhook, Gerald Peddle. 
Forever loved by his wife of almost 57 years Edith Thorne. children: Curtis  ( Barbara), Bertha (Kenneth),  Cynthia (Craig), Catherine (Darrell), Linda (David), Kimberly (Donald), Arthur (Melissa),
Grandchildren,  Lee (Diana), Sheldon, Nicole (Ben ), Jayce , Cody (Isabella), Kelsey, Kali (Alex), Tasha, Samantha, Zachary, Jessica, Benjamin, Allyson, and Parker. Step grandchildren; Adam (Shannon), Mark (Melissa), Holly (Calvin). 
Great Grandchildren; Liam, Jayden, Sydney, Claire, Mason, Rachael, Spencer and Brody.
Sibling’s; Cecil (Nina), Della (Tom) , Madeline, Alfred (Lillian), Ted (Rhoda), Margaret, Ernest (Josie),  In-laws: Marina, Blanche (Saul), Rex (Maxine), Beatie, Bernard (Louise).  A large number of nieces, nephews,  and a large circle of friends.
Art was a man of great faith, he was always been an active member of his church. He was a member of the Orangeman’s Lodge, a member of the Town Council; and served on many committees. He was a wonderful husband, dad, pop, great pop, brother, uncle and friend. He will be forever missed.
Resting at  St. John the Baptist Church, Chapel Arm. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 6. Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at 2:00 pm.  Interment at the Anglican  Cemetery  Long Harbour Road.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Memorial Fund or The Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home.

Doris Rita Cumby

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CUMBY, Doris Rita (nee Rowe),  July 17, 1921 – Dec 01, 2016. Passed away at her daughter’s home in Whitbourne on Dec 1, 2016, Doris Cumby of Green’s Harbour.
Predeceased by her husband Hubert, daughter Sylvia (Cumby) Dickey. son; Leonard, Grand-daughters; Carolyn West, Cathy West, Sharon West, Katherine (Kay ) Drover, and Eileen Cumby.
Left to mourn daughters: Mildred (Cumby ) West, Betty (Jim) Weir, Barbara (Lloyd) Drover, Lorraine (Dennis) Parr. Sons: Raymond (Lonnie) , Brendan (Susan), Bernie, Garry (Wendy). Also a large number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren. Many other relatives and friends.
Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne.  Visitation: Friday 4:00 – 9:30 pm. Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am – 9:30 pm. Monday 10:00 am – 11:00 am.
Funeral service well be held on Monday at 1:00 pm from the Salvation Army Church, Green’s Harbour. Interment at the United Cemetery, Green’s Harbour.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Church, Green’s Harbour.

Ada Jones ( Nee Sheppard )

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JONES,  Ada, (nee Sheppard ) . November 29, 1924  –  November 29, 2016. Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, November 29th at Carbonear General Hospital, Ada Jones of Whitbourne on her 92nd Birthday.
Predeceased by her husband, Olaf; daughter; Tina daughter-in-law, Karen.
Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her 8 sons: Wayne (Maureen),  Bob (Lorraine), Olaf (Heather), Derrick (Norma), Gordon, Calvin (Kim), Mark (Janis), John (Loretta), 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and a large circle of family and friends.
Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Visitation on Wednesday, November 30 at 2:00 – 9:30 pm. Thursday. December 1, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Funeral Service will be  held on Thursday, December 1, 2016 from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, at 2:00 pm.  Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne. Donations in Ada’s Memory may be made to the Anglican Cemetery Fund, Whitbourne.

Thelma Christian

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CHRISTIAN, Thelma  (née Gosse).
On Wednesday November 2, 2016, Thelma Jane  Providence Christian (née Gosse) of Whitbourne suddenly passed away at 66  years of age, bringing a premature end to a life of laughter, adventure, and love.
After death, her organs gave life to three individuals elsewhere in Canada.  Born February 4, 1950, she was the youngest of twelve children of  Private John Gosse (1st Battalion, Royal Newfoundland Regiment) and family matriarch Beatrice Gosse (née Drover).  Thelma was predeceased by brothers Frank, Eddie, John and Sidney and sisters Bertie (Buck) and Elsie (Hendricks). Thelma contributed exemplary administrative skills to many
provincial and national programs. Her role as co-ordinator of the Diploma in Native and Northern Education in Labrador (TEPL) at Memorial University occupied a special place in her heart.  In retirement, she enjoyed the
beauty of her Province and spending time with friends and family.
Left with happy and loving memories are her devoted husband, Mr. Denny Christian; son, Dr. Derek Puddester (Luc Durand); step-sons Mr. Stephen Christian (Ms. Megan Leach) and Mr. Robert Christian (Ms. Pamela George); grandchildren William Puddester-Rose, Samantha and William Christian; great-grandchild, Mallory Christian-Speek; brothers Chesley and Edgar; sisters Ivy (Robbins), Margaret (King), and Linda Gosse; and numerous other family and friends, including first husband Mr. Gordon Puddester (Pat Shears).
The family welcomes visitors at Holloway’s Funeral Home, 33A Cabot Avenue, Whitbourne on Saturday November 5, 2016 (1900-2100), Sunday November 6, 2016 (1000-1200; 1400-1600; 1900-2100), and Monday November 7, 2016 (1000-1200). Loved ones are invited to participate in a celebration of her life at St. John the Baptist (Anglican) Church in Whitbourne on Monday November 7, 2016 at 1400.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Helen Pinsent

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PINSENT. Helen. (Pretty). 1922 – 2016, Oct 17 at 4:50 am. Passed peacefully away at the Lion’s Manor, Placentia in the presence of family members, on October 17, 2016  Helen Pinsent age 94 years of Bellevue.
Predeceased by her Husband Clarence, Father William Pretty, Mother Bridget Pretty (King), brother Patrick, sisters; Sarah, Catherine, Bridget, Elizabeth and Mary Ellen.
Leaving to mourn with many fond memories son’s; Leo (Emma), Edward (Karen), Clarence (Melody), Jack ( Lorraine), Don ( Donna), Bill (Suzanne),  Rick (Suzanne), Alex (Bernice). daughters; Chris (Keith) Hanly, Irene (Clar) Newhook, Mary (Ron), Marilyn (Gorm ) Temple, Gayle (Pat) Robinson, sister Marcella Newhook also many grandchildren ( special mention Andrea and Nadine), great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren, and a large circle of family and friends. A special thank you to the staff of the Lion’s Manor for all your care you gave mom.
Resting at Sacred Heart Church, Bellevue. Visitation Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Wednesday  2:00 – 4:00 pm and  7:00 – 9:30 pm. 
Funeral mass will take place on Thursday , at 11:00 am .Donations in her memory may be made to the Sacred Heart Church, Bellevue.