Category Archives: Obituary

John Frederick Pretty

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Frederick Pretty of Chapel Arm
who passed peacefully at the age of 76, surrounded by family at the Health Sciences Center on
December 29th, 2023. Predeceased by his parents, Ellen and Thomas; his parents that raised
him, Victoria and John Albert; his brothers Theodore (Ted) and Glen; and his step-sister Estelle.
Left with cherished memories are his loving wife of 55 years, Phyllis; children John (Bernadine),
Perry (Paula), Tracey (Glenn); grandchildren Amy, Ryan, Jenna, Laura, Riley, Ethan, Maria,
Bella and Jack.
Also left with many memories are his siblings Patsy, Geraldine, Willeen, Brenda, Gerard
(Helen), as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.
John was loved by all who knew him, time spent with him always left you with a smile. John
loved to spend time outdoors whether it be fishing, hunting, or camping with his family and
special friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May his memory be a source of
comfort and inspiration to all the lives he touched.
Sincere appreciation to the nurses, doctors and staff of the Health Sciences Center 4NA for their
care and support these past few weeks.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 31st, 2023 at Holloway’s funeral from 2:00 pm –
4:00 pm. A service to celebrate John’s life will occur on Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024 at 11:00
am at the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Chapel Arm.
Donations may be made in John’s memory to St. Joseph’s cemetery in Chapel Arm.
“Forever in our hearts you’ll stay. We will love and remember you every single day”

Glenda Maxine (Drover) Barrett

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Passed peacefully away at the Palliative Care Unit, Carbonear General Hospital on December 21st, 2023, Glenda Maxine (Drover) Barrett of Whitbourne, in her 69th year.  Glenda was predeceased by her infant daughter, parents Maxwell and Loretta Drover, sister Trudy George and sister-in-law Gertie (& Bern) Bruce. 

Left with cherished memories are her husband of 52 years, Fred; sons Dean (Jennifer), Steven (Judy) and Jody (Angela); grandchildren Cody (Keshia), Taylor (Josh), Rachael, Riley, Jackson, and great-grandchild, Kai. 

Also left with many memories are her siblings: Bill (Phyllis) Drover, Aggie (Ian) Warren, Wanda (Dave) Pitcher, Barry (Glenda) Drover, Tina (Ron) Noseworthy, Bev (Richard) Hepditch, Rodney (Laura) Drover, Craig (Linda) Drover; Brothers-in-law Randy George, Nath (Marguerite) Barrett, Max (Linda) Barrett, Eric (Dora) Barrett, sister-in-law Eliza (Reg) Matchett, life long friend Gloria (Ted) Brophy, and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

Cremation has occurred. Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, on Tuesday, December 26th  from 2-4pm and 7-9pm.  Funeral service will be held at St. John the Baptist Church, Whitbourne, on Wednesday,  December 27th at 2pm.  Inurnment at a later date.

Flowers gratefully declined, donations in her memory will be presented to St. John the Baptist Church, Whitbourne.

Alfred James Piercey

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Alfred James Piercey, age 88, of Long Cove, passed away peacefully at Carbonear General Hospital on December 14th, 2023. He was born on November 16th, 1935.

Predeceased by his loving wife, Marie Elizabeth Piercey and daughter Tena Higdon (Piercey).

Alfred was a man who was dearly loved by all who knew him. He was hard-working, caring and very comical. He was always telling jokes and tried to get a smile from everyone around him. He will be deeply missed.

Alfred loved his family more than anything. Leaving to mourn with his loving and heartwarming memories were his children Violetta (Garry), Woodrow (Violet), Valerie (Danny), Mike (Marg), Tena (survived by husband Pleman), Craig (Liz), Ann (Nelson), Chris (Chan), Shane (Marsha), and Jamie (Kim).

He will be cherished by his Nieces and Nephews, Grandchildren,  Great Grandchildren,  Great Great Grandchildren, and the rest of the family.

Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne on Monday, December 18th at 2:00 – 4:00  and 7:00 – 9:00 pm .

He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.

May he rest in peace.

Wendell Rodney Mercer

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Passed peacefully away at the Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion  Carbonear

WENDELL RODNEY MERCER AGE 75 YEARS

He is predeceased by his Father Shears Sr. and Mother Dorothy

Brothers: Baden, Shears Jr., and George  Sisters: Lorraine, Gladys and Shelley

 

Leaving to mourn: Sisters Joan, Sue,  Barb, Rosalind ( Frank ) Brothers Max, John (Nora), Dave (Gail), Glen (Susan), Darryn, Danny and Paul.  Also a large number of  Nieces, Nephews and friends.

 

Resting at Holloways Funeral Home, Whitbourne.  

Visiting hours  Thursday 2 to  4PM  and 7 to 9 Pm

Funeral will take place on Friday December 15 at 2PM from St John The Baptist Church  Whitbourne

 

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St John The Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne

Sarah Frances Griffin (Pretty)

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Passed peacefully away at her home in Chapel Arm Sarah Frances Griffin(Pretty) on November 28th 2023.
Predeceased by parents James and Nellie Pretty,  husband  Vincent, son  Edward ,grandsons Cody and
Christopher, her 7 sisters  1 brother  and special son in law   Greg .Leaving to mourn with broken hearts a loving sister Nellie Power and  Sarah’s 11 children:
Chris (Elwood) Cecilia (Jerome) Sharon(Rick) Jim(Helen) Gerald(Tammy) Glenda(Gus) Darren(Shirley)Rodney(Christine) Donnie(Nancy) Dwayne(Shelly)
Patricia  (Ken) 22 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren plus a large circle of family and friends . Cremation  has taken place. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 Friday December 1st at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne.  Sarah(Sadie) was known for her wonderful story telling and her funny jokes. She will be
sadly missed by those who knew her. Funeral Mass  will take place on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2:00 pm at the Roman Catholic Church, Chapel.  Inurnment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery on  Long Harbour Road.
Rest peacefully in the arms of the angels. Always in our hearts .We love you

Henry Thomas Brenton

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It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Henry Thomas Brenton, age 65 years, at the Health Sciences Centre on November 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
Henry is predeceased by his parents Henry and Agnes(Harston) and his first wife Betty(Kelly) Brenton.
Henry was a family man, a devoted husband, a loving brother, father and grandfather. He will be forever remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife Effie, daughters Andrea(Kenny), Karley(Ben), Amber(Evan) and son Chris(Stephanie), the joys of his life, his grandchildren: Henry, Benjamin, Quentin, Sophie and Sullivan, brothers: Aubrey, Gerard(Edwina),John (Margaret), sisters: Margaret Shea, Mary Norman(Dominic), Joanne Brushett (George), Karen Brake (Fred), step mother Bernice Brenton, step brothers: Brendon Loder (Kimberly) Glen Loder (Shelly), step sisters: Lynette Loder (Cory) and Maureen Cloutier.
Also leaving to mourn with years of special memories; the brothers and sisters in law of the White and Kelly families, all nieces and nephews, and several close, life-long friends, who all meant so much to him.
Henry was actively involved in his communities. He served as President of the Federation of Labor on the Burin Peninsula, Chairperson of the South Coast District Council, was a member of the Marystown Fire Department, a member of the Green Mountain Lodge Committee and also served as a Counsellor and Mayor of Normans Cove/Long Cove for a number of years up until his passing.
Anyone who was fortunate enough to meet Henry was instantly drawn to his positive outlook, wit, stories and jokes. He will be mourned by many.
The family sends sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit of the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s for the care and compassion provided during this difficult time. In addition, the family would also like to thank the staff of the dialysis unit for their ongoing treatment over the past several years.
Henry will be resting at the Good Sheppard Anglican Church, Normans Cove on Friday November 24, 2023, from 11 am to 9 pm and Saturday November 25, 2023, from 10 am to 12 noon. Funeral service will be held at the Good Sheppard Church, Normans Cove on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 11 am.
No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Agnes Norman (nee Williams)

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It is with broken hearts and many beautiful memories that we announce the peaceful passing of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend Agnes Norman, nėe Williams of Long Harbour, Newfoundland on November 20th, 2023. She is predeceased by parents Joseph and Mary as well
as brother Leslie and in-laws Thomas and Alice Norman. She
lived a full life as a teacher and a mother. She was surrounded
by people who loved her and a family who felt blessed to have
had her in their lives.
She will be lovingly remembered and always cherished by her
husband of 52 years, Adrian; her children Alisa (Bernie
Thorne), Amy (Richard Kohli), and Alana (Tim Burke), and
daughter of her heart, Tracy (Thomas Cooper); treasured
grandchildren Ryan, Noah, Juli, Jack, Katie, Lucy, Andrew,
Aspen, Mary, and Adelaide; her sisters Mary and Sheila and
brother Doug, special niece Corrina Newhook, cherished
friends Frank and Cecilia Norman, as well as many other
beloved people.
Visitation will take place Thursday, November 23rd from 2:00 to
4:00 PM and 7:00 to 9:00 PM.   Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, November 25, at 11:00  am at the Roman Catholic Church , Long Harbour. In lieu of flowers, donations may  be made to the Lupus Foundation .Special thanks from our family to the doctors and staff at Health
Science Hospital and Carbonear General Hospital for their
compassionate care.
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.

Donald George Hancock

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It is with heavy hearts that we  announce the passing of Donald George Hancock age 60, He passed peacefully away on November 14th,2023, at Carbonear General Hospital. Born September 23rd,1963 in Toronto, Donald was a man of great kindness, love and unwavering dedication.
Donnie has now joined his parent Claude and Shelia Hancock , brother Raymond Hancock and Brother- in- law Wayne Cates, Also a dear uncle Delbert Madeley. Parents-in-law Francis and Ellen Pinsent.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years Ellen Susan Hancock, and their children, Tiley, Victoria (Barry), Jasmine (Jack) and Alex. Donnie was also a cherished poppa  to Gabriel and Theo Hancock. He leaves behind his sister, Deborah Cates and her children Beau (Melissa ), Colleen, sister in law Cheryl and her children Kayla (Anthony), Meagen, and Aunt Margret Madeley.
Donnie Will be fondly remembered for his strong family bonds and special connections he shared with his extended family. He touched the lives of his Brothers-in-laws Eugene (Barbra), Joe(Dawn),Ronald (Mary-Ann), Gary(Shelia) and Philip. Sister-in-laws Theresa (Garfield),Florentine (Dennis), Diane (Wayne). He was a loving uncle to his 25 Nieces & Nephews and adored his 15 Great Nieces & Nephews. Aunts and uncles who embraced him as their own Ann(Tom),Evelyn(Winston), Francis, Micheal (Gloria), Tom and Edward (Lisa). Donnie also held dear his close friends, including Shelly Foster, John(Karen) Comerford, Harold ( Michelle) Silveria, Paul (Lisa) Murphy, Christine (Neal) Gillespie, Pauline (Boyd) Forward,  Violet (Marvin) and Randolph King. His work family was a source of entertainment and Camaraderie throughout his life.
Donnie will forever be remembered for his loving nature, his unwavering dedication to his family and the joy he brought to those around him. May his soul rest in eternal peace and may his memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all who Knew him.
Cremation has taken place, with plans for burial to be held at a later date. The compassionated team at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne has been entrusted with the arrangements, ensuring that Donnie’s final journey is conducted with utmost care and respect.

Sylvia Gilbert (nee Gosse)

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It is with great sadness that we the family of Sylvia Gilbert(nee Gosse) announce her peaceful passing at Meadow Creek Retirement Home, on Monday, November 13th, 2023, at the age of 82.

Leaving to mourn with fond and cherished memories, Husband of 63 yrs, Fred, Son Terry(Joan), Elaine(Dean) and grandson Joshua, sisters Phyllis (John) and Rita; as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

 

Sylvia lived a life filled with many social activities, specifically her commitment, dedication and  devotion to St. John The Baptist Church of Whitbourne. She will be missed by family, friends and all that had the pleasure of knowing her.

Resting at Holloways Funeral Home, Whitbourne.

Cremation has taken place and Visitation from all those who wish to attend is Sunday, November 19,2023  2pm -5pm and 7pm-9pm.

A celebration of life and remembrance will be held on Monday, November 20,2023 at ST. John The Baptist, Whitbourne, at 2pm. Interment will take place at the Anglican church cemetery at a later date.

Rest easy, we will love and miss you forever. Terry, Joan, Elaine, Dean ,Joshua, Nathan, and the love of her life Fred. xo

John Cyril Hepditch

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John Cyril Hepditch  Sept.24,1953-Nov.3,2023

               It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Hepditch. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. John is predeceased by his parents Vita and Cyril Hepditch, brothers Sandy and Dave, and brother-in-law Robert Clarke. Leaving to mourn with fond memories Valerie his wife of 40 years, his son Terry (Karen), his daughter Nicole (Brandon), and the light of his life his two grandchildren Hailey and Tyler.

               Also leaving to mourn are his brothers Ray, Frank, Richard (Bev), Cyril (Bernie), Steve, and sister Monica (Jeff).

               John will be missed by numerous other family and friends including his special friends Eugene Nicholl, Clayton Green, and Mike Denief.

               “You can easily judge the character of a Man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him.”

               John touched the lives of so many people especially in the Town of Whitbourne, where he was a funny dedicated bus driver, A committed firefighter for 50 years, he was a down to earth man whose greatest possession was his family. We will miss him forever.

               Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne Thursday November 9th, 2023 from 2;00-5;00  & 7;00 – 9;00 pm for family and friends. A celebration of John’s life will be held at a later date.