Eldridge Andrew Callan (Nov 6, 1945 – Nov 28, 2019)

Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre Nov 28th, 2019. Predeceased by father Walter and mother Elsie. Left to mourn are his wife of 50 years Elizabeth, daughters Shelley (Ted), Cathy (John), son-in-law Jeff, four beautiful granddaughters Megan, Carley (Zac), Hailey & Mackenzie and step granddaughter Melina. Also loved and remembered by brothers, John (Lynda), Lew (Ivena), Harold (Barb), Wade (Joan), Cal (Josie), Derrick (Rita) and sisters Kathleen (Jim) & Alvina (Neil) and sister-in-law Cathy (Anthony) & brother-in-law Sandy (Wendy). Along with many loved nieces & nephews and a large circle of friends too large to list.

A special thanks to the nursing staff on the 4 South A & B for their amazing and dedicated care and to Dr. Tilley & Nurse Practitioner Carmel Collins who have shown us support and empathy throughout his battle with cancer.

Family visitation Monday morning, Dec 2nd at 10am – 12pm and public visitation Monday, Dec 2nd from 2-5pm and 7-9pm and Tuesday Dec 3rd from 10-11:30am at the Bethel United Church, Norman’s Cove. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2pm. In spirit of Eldridge who loved the colour red, we invite anyone who wishes to wear something red for the service.

A reception will be held after the service and we invite everyone to join us at the Community Centre.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his name to Newfoundland Conservancy of Canada, 136 Crosbie Rd, St. John’s, NL. A1B 3K3  because of his love of the outdoors; or the charity of choice.