Drover, Peggy Lorraine March 10, 1963 – May 23, 2023 It is with greatest sorrow that we, the family of Peggy Lorraine Drover, announce her peaceful passing on May 23, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family at the Carbonear General Hospital at an incredible age of 60 years. Predeceased by her mother, Carmel Drover; father, Walter Drover; brother, Walter Drover Jr.; sister, Lillian Warren; brother-in-law, Malcolm Warren; and special niece, Abigail Piercey. Leaving to celebrate her life are her brother and sister-in-law, Cecil and Gail Drover; nieces, Lisa (Terry) Piercey, Penny Drover, Vanessa (Jeffrey) March, Natasha (Stephen) Langer; nephews, Dennis (Lois) Warren, Jamie (Kim) Warren; and their children who were the light of her life, Daniel, Faith, Hannah, Kyle, Liam, Benjamin, Jordan, Carter, Emily, Gavin, Isabella, Sophia, and Tori. We would be remiss not to include her loving home care workers, Bella Lundrigan, Lori Hutchings, Doreen Hutchings, and Marie Sooley. Peggy was a tremendous light; A kind, caring and compassionate woman who always thought of others and held a heart of love and faith that some would say was made of pure gold. To say she will be missed doesn’t seem to measure the immense sadness we bear as we prepare to say our final goodbyes. Our gratitude to you, Gail, is beyond expression. You dedicated your life to provide a home for our dear sister and aunt, a home where a heart was truly felt. You fought barriers and overcame obstacles that some would never be able to bear to ensure that you were advocating for Peggy and ensuring her health, care, and safety. You ensured she knew she was loved, and she loved you so. You were her tower in a storm, her angel on earth while she is now yours in Heaven. Visitation will be held at […]

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Sharon Ann Warren, 68, of Chapel Arm passed suddenly in her home in Chapel Arm on May 17, 2023.   Sharon leaves behind to mourn her loving husband of 44 years, Clayton, her son, Malcolm (Felicia), daughter, Courtney (Jadd) and three grandchildren, Owen, Wyatt and Syenna. Also left to mourn are her mother, Genny, twin sister Paulette (Wayne) and brothers and sisters, Wayne (Marie), Brendan, Maurice (Sheila), Mona (Barry), Patsy, Darrell, John (Wanda), Elexis (Dave) and Paddy (Trish), brothers-in-law, Calvin (Sadie), Ian (Aggie), Selwyn (Michelle), sisters-in-law Emily and Vinie (Norm) and many nephews, nieces, great-nephews, great-nieces and friends.   Sharon was predeceased by her father, Patrick and brother, Shawn and father-in-law, Malcolm, mother-in-law, Susanna, brothers-in-law, Angus, Fred, Mac, Cluney and sister-in-law, Donna. Lastly, she also leaves behind her precious cat, Diva, who she dearly loved.   The most precious thing in Sharon’s life were her family, especially her three grandchildren, who she spoiled rotten. She made special connections with all her extended family and friends, and she will be certainly missed by them all.   Visitation for family and friends will be held at her home in Chapel Arm on May 19, 2023 at 5:00 – 7:00 pm. A private service will be also held at her home on May 20, 2023 at 3:00 pm.   In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of one’s choice, in honor of Sharon’s memory. Sharon endured a long hard battle with her illness and fought to the end. “The strongest people aren’t the ones who show strength in front of us, but those who win battles we know nothing about”.

Our beloved Robert Dennis Temple passed peacefully away at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Thursday, May 11th 2023 at 1:38 am after a courageous battle with cancer.   Predeceased by his mother Doris Temple, mother-in-law and father-in-law Cyril and Evelyn Smith, brother-in-laws: Kevin Smith, Wallace Smith, Roy Anderson and sister-in-law Bernice Anderson.   Lovingly remembered and forever missed by his wife and best friend of 46 years Velma, son Greg, daughter Rhonda and his two precious grandchildren Owen and Adam who were the light of his life.  His father Clement Temple, sisters: Christine, Janice, Lois (Rick), Judy (Keith), brothers: Roger (Cathy), Wesley (Wanda) and Jody (Nora). Also remembered by brother-in-laws: Chesley (Dorcas), David (Lydia), Roy (Hillary), sister-in-laws: Irene (Don), Kathleen (Wayne), Betty (Austin) , Beverly (Tony) as well as a large number of nieces, nephews and close friends especially his life long friends Ben White, Randy Whitten and Keith Pretty.   The family would like to thank Dr. Rorke and all the staff at the Dr. H Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre. A special thanks to the community health nurse Robyn Alcock for her exceptional care and support.   Bob was an honest, gentle man who enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He had two great loves, his family and the Toronto Maple Leafs.   Bob we love you and we will always carry you in our hearts.   Cremation has taken place and a visitation will occur on Monday, May 15th between 2-4 and 7-9 at the Good Shepherd Church in Norman’s Cove.  A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 16th at 2 pm at the Good Shepherd Church, with interment to follow at Anglican cemetery Norman’s Cove.   Donations in memory of Robert can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association of NL. […]

Passed peacefully away on May 2, 2023 at the Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion in Carbonear.Born in Hopeall, Newfoundland, and after marrying Peter J. Petipas in 1959 spent the remainder of her time in Whitbourne until moving to Carbonear in 2019. Adelaide and Peter owned and operated many businesses in Whitbourne over the years until their retirement, when they enjoyed travelling and entertaining friends and family. Predeceased by her son Peter, parents Walter and Merab Cumby, brother Charlie (Stella), and sister Debbie (Kevin). Leaving to mourn her husband Peter, daughter Sharon, Sharon Dean, brothers William (Betty), Cecil (Pam), Clyde (Ivy), sister Marion (Lou), and a large number of nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the all the staff at Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion in Carbonear, and most of all to our special angels on 4 South for their kindness and compassion shown to Adelaide and Pete. It means more to us than you’ll ever know. Thanks to the staff at Monty’s Place in Whitbourne, for their years of caring for Mom, and special thanks to dear family friend, Gladys Cooper, for the Eulogy. Visitation will take place on Thursday May 4 from 2-4PM and 7-9PM at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne. Funeral will take place at the Alphonsus Catholic Church in Whitbourne on Friday May 5, at 1:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Trinity Conception Placentia Health Foundation – Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion, 86 Highroad South, Carbonear, NL, Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador, would be appreciated. Mom is now free from the Alzheimer’s disease that took her away from us far too soon, and is finally reunited with her loving son, Peter, and the rest of the gang. The family politely requests that masks be worn. Always be kind to others.

Aloysius Culleton June 5th, 1945 – April 21st, 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Aloysius Culleton of Whitbourne on April 21st, 2023, in his 77th year. Predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Margaret Culleton, as well as siblings Paddy, Ron, Madonna, Joan(Fred), Paula, Margie, Michael and Betty. Aloysius is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Glenneth, his 2 daughters, Colette(Ramsey) and Yolanda(Todd), 4 precious grandchildren, Kiera, Shayla, Tianna and Tyler. Aloysius has also left behind his 2 brothers, Lesley and Ken(Ginger), brother in laws Tony, Butch, Otto(Irene) and sister in laws Mary, Linda, Angela and Minnie. Also left behind a large number of nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Special thank you to the staff at Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion 1st floor. Your kindness and compassion will never be forgotten. Resting at Holloways Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Visitation: Monday, April 24th, 2023, from 2 -4 pm and on Tuesday, April 25th,2023, from 10 -12. Funeral Service on Tuesday, April 25th, 2023, at 2 pm from St. Alphonsus Church, Whitbourne. Interment to follow at the Whitbourne Roman Catholic Cemetery. Donations in memory of Aloysius can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland(http://alzheimer.ca/nl/en) “Your footsteps can never be filled, nor your love ever forgotten”

Hayward Perry Newhook June 30th 1957 – April 20th 2023 Hayward Perry Newhook, age 65, of Norman’s Cove, NL Passed away peacefully on April 20th, 2023 at the DR. LA. Miller Centre, surrounded by loved ones. His family is deeply saddened by his sudden and unexpected passing after a brief battle with lung cancer. Perry was predeceased by his father Hayward Newhook. He is survived by his mother Elizabeth Newhook, wife Cindy Newhook, son Perry Newhook Jr, his siblings, Brother Bernard Newhook and wife Denise Newhook. Sister Charlotte Smith and husband Merrill Smith. Sister Kay Piercey and husband Rick Piercey. Sister Norma Bursey and husband Barry Bursey. As well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends. All of whom held a special place in his heart.  Perry always truly lived his life to the fullest, and enjoyed every moment. His laughter was infectious and his positive carefree attitude was truly something to admire, and one that everybody should strive to emulate. He never held a grudge or sweated the little things in life. He was loved by everyone who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. He had so many great life long friendships from one end of the country to the other. He treated everybody the same, and stayed true to himself. That quality was very evident, and easy for everybody to sense the sincerity with which he conducted himself. He will be deeply missed by many people. A Service to celebrate Perry’s life will be held on Monday April 24th at the Good Sheppard Anglican Church in Normans Cove at 2:00PM. Followed by a gathering at the lodge and his family home for people to reminisce, share stories and have a few laughs remembering all of the amazing experiences they shared with him, which is […]

Cecilia Bridget Brothers   Peacefully and surrounded by those she loved, Cecilia Brothers (Nee Murphy) at the age of 78 years, passed away at the Lions Manor Nursing Home in Placentia, Newfoundland on April 18th, 2023. Cecilia was born on Crawley’s Island, a small island in Placentia Bay. When Cecilia was nine years of age, her family relocated to Long Harbour, Newfoundland which was a town near the island home. She lived there her entire life with her loving husband Gordon and together they raised their five children. Cecilia married Gordon Brothers on April 30th, 1966 (57 years). She worked at the Lions Manor Nursing Home and retired in 2010. She enjoyed knitting, baking, dancing, music and always enjoyed the company of children. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Dana, her parents Denis and Elizabeth Murphy; brothers Aloysius and Dennis. Leaving to mourn with beautiful memories her loving husband Gordon and her daughters: Kim, Renee (Sean Nolan) and Nadine; son Sheldon (Shani). Cecilia’s death will also be mourned by her grandchildren: Shingi (Richard), Thea (Darryl), Taylor, Peter, Liam and Sam; her great grandchildren: Mackenzie, Jackson, Aria and Lorenzo. Lovingly remembered by her siblings: Bridget Keating, Yvonne Murphy, Terry (Betty) Murphy, Gerard (Vivian) Murphy, Colin Murphy and Richard Murphy. Many other members of the Brothers and Murphy families will also grieve Cecilia’s passing. Gordon’s siblings: Gladys, Anne, Florence, Shirl (Gary), Elizabeth, Gordon deceased, Patricia deceased, Ford deceased, Marie deceased, Lawrence deceased, Bill deceased, Art deceased and Reg deceased (Mable). Along with many nephews, nieces and cousins. Cecilia’s family thanks sincerely the staff of the Lions Manor Nursing Home for the exceptional and loving care during her short time with them. Many of the caregivers were former colleagues during the years Cecilia worked there as an LPN. No words […]

  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil A. King of Long Harbour on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, in his 78th year. Predeceased by his loving wife of 57 years Aggie, his son Joey, his parents Joseph & Sarah Ellen King, his 8 brothers (Leo, Clarence, William, Anslem, Jim, Joe, Pete, and baby Elijah) & 3 sisters (Bride, Lizzy, and Catherine), and his dear friend Carol. Cecil has left behind his beloved sisters Celine and Agnes (Ron), and children Ella (Walt), Wanda (John), Cecil (Janet), and Sherry (Chris). His 8 grandchildren Paul (Kim), Jolene (Curt), Stacey (Veronica), Todd (Megan), Cheryl (John), Matt (Amy), Megan, Shane (Sara), and his 3 great-grandchildren Cadence, Michael & Carter. His brother-in-law Joe (Sharon), sister-in-law Marie, special nephews Bern (Doll) and Wayne (Cindy), his special companion Barb and good friend Dick O’Ree. Cecil married the love of his life, Aggie in the year of 1962. Together they raised 5 wonderful children. Cecil loved spending his time in the outdoors hunting and cutting wood. He was a hardworking man despite losing his left arm at the age of 20. Aggie then became his left arm and together they went on to live a happy life. They built and enjoyed their cottage in Holiday Hill. Over the years Cecil was a very successful man and started his own company Magtek in 1991, which is now passed down to his devoted son Cecil Jr. Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Friday 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral Saturday 1:00 pm in Long Harbour His Journey’s Just Begun Don’t think of him as gone away his journey has just begun; life holds so many facets this earth is only one. Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears in a place of warmth […]

Jones Amelia “Millie” Jane October 29, 1921-March 21,2023 Our loss is heavens gain when our precious Mother passed away at age 101. She was predeceased by her husband; Frederick Sinclear Jones, and her loving daughter Mary Joyce Cooze. Sisters; Joyce Nealy, Mary Hall, Bessie Driscoll, Dorothy Wells. Brother; Frank Evans. Parents; James and Martha Evans. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are her four beloved daughters; Carolyn (Ray) McEwan, Marina (Wally) Parsons, Elizabeth (Reg) Hill, Sandra (Randy) Howe. Her loving son; Frank (Marie) Jones. 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, and 5 great great-grandchildren. Plus a large circle of friends and her beloved church family. She was a very loving and caring mother who always put her family first. “We will miss you mom, more than words can say.” Special thank you to the wonderful staff for going out of their way to make mom comfortable and treating her like family during her stay at the Lions Manor Nursing Home in Placentia. We are forever grateful. Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Visitation: Thursday March 23, 2023 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service on Friday March 24, 2023 at 10:00 am from Trinity United, Blaketown. Interment to follow at the Whitbourne United Church cemetery. Donations in her memory may be made to her beloved church Trinity United, Blaketown.