Monthly Archives: December 2021

Eileen Reid

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Eileen Rebecca Reid -August 31, 1934-December 28,2021
On December 28th heaven has gained another angel. Passed peacefully away at Lions Manor
Nursing home in Placentia at the age of 87 surrounded by her loving daughters, Eileen Rebecca
Reid. Predeceased by her husband, Harry Reid; parents, James and Minnie Newhook; daughter,
Dorothy Reid; grandson Joshua Poole; sisters, Joanne Cooper and Beatrice Harris; brother,
William Newhook.
Leaving to mourn with heart-filled memories her sons; Barry (Vivian), Keith (Jamie), Bill
(Donna), Don (Patsy), Curtis, Dean (Trudy), Chris (Susan), Paul (Andrea), daughters; Jocelyn
(Pete), Minnie (Dennis) and Pauline (Angus); 16 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters
Bessie, Iris and Sylvia; brothers Doug (Barb), Ed (Bonnie); along with numerous nieces and
nephews and a large circle of friends.
Eileen was a loving and caring woman to all who knew her and greeted everyone with a smile
and a hug. She was well known for her love of cards; especially a good game of 120s, her
passion for quilting and knitting and not to mention her famous raisin buns that were savored by
everyone lucky enough to taste one. Family was extremely important to her and she never missed
a birthday or anniversary with a card and phone call.
Special thanks going to Lions Manor unit 3 and unit 1 staff.
Funeral service to take place on Thursday December 30 @ 2pm at The Church of the Good
Shepperd, Norman’s Cove. Due to Covid restrictions there will be no visitation and funeral is by
invitation only as space is limited and Vaxx Pass  and mask is required.
Donations may be made in her memory to her favorite charities; Ronald McDonald House,
Children’s Wish Foundation, or charity of donor’s choice.

Viola Eileen Reid (Warren)

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Viola Eileen Reid (Warren)

December 18, 2021

It’s a beautiful blessing that our Mother, Viola “Eileen” Reid is at peace with The Lord, and her parents Percy and Phoebe (Higdon) Warren, her sister Ruby, and stepmother Gladys. Born and raised in Chapel Arm in 1936, Mom passed away on December 18, 2021 with her family at her side and in her prayers: Barry and Valerie (Jade, Travis), Todd and Sheri (Ryan, Heidi), Karen and Diane, Ford and Loretta (Josh, Dylan), Lori and Ken (Megan and Miranda), Jackie (Zach, Mariah), Rodney and Connie (Max), Ross and Lisa (Chantelle). Mom was a special great “Nan” to Zahara, Ameera and Niyyah, Zander, Karson, Harlan, Lucy, Madison and Mason. She will be forever missed by her sisters Lydia and Lucy (both in Ontario), her brother Winston (Newfoundland), and a large circle of friends, in particular her very best friend Betty Newman.  Mom is also survived by our Dad, Max (Judy).

We had many good laughs with Mom – she loved a good time. That she lived with and battled dementia every step of the way for the past 12 years is a testament to her strength. She was a nurturer and a giver – her volunteering was legendary. She was faithful to her children, to her beliefs and to God. She was a disciplinary, yet she was meek and mild and loved by everyone. When she wasn’t knitting or sewing, Mom was making bread, with the butter and molasses freely flowing (heels were a highlight) – and everyone in Chapel Arm knew it!  Her hugs were legendary – you weren’t getting away from her without one (usually a double dose), but more importantly, she taught you to give hugs as you would receive. Mom, you are and always will be, our Sunshine!

A very special thank you to all the staff of 3SE Tower at Pleasant View Towers, especially Michelle (head Nurse Practitioner) and Melissa (Resident Manager).  Your unwavering care and compassion for our Mother over the past several years is truly and eternally appreciated.

Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Sunday, December 19 from 10:30am to 12pm, and 2-4pm. Funeral service to follow at Holloway’s on Monday at 1:30pm, officiated by Mr. Klinton Jacques and Mom’s sister, Lucy Warren. Mom will be laid to rest next to her Dad at the Un-Denominational Cemetery in Norman’s Cove.

Please be advised that all public health COVID protocols including proof of vaccination will apply during visitation and the funeral.

On December 20 the Funeral Service will be for immediate family only due to COVD-19.

Margot Ann Crann (Weir)

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Margot Ann Crann(Weir)

Oct. 16th,1960 – Dec. 11th, 2021

With Saddened and Broken hearts we announce the passing of Margot Ann Crann(Weir) at the age of 61, surrounded by her Loving Family. Margot was born in Petty Harbour and resided in Fair Haven for the last 43 years. Predeceased by her Grandparents George and Eliza-Jane Weir, Parents Olive and Llewelyn Chafe, Parents-in-law Mary and Cyril Crann, Brothers-in-law Rick Dowden and Derrick Crann, Sisters-in-law Lisa Crann and Elaine Crann and Special Aunt Catherine Spitzig. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of love and wonderful memories, her Husband of 42 years Wilbert Crann, son John Crann(Melissa), Daughters Amanda Crann(Shawn) and Charmaine Ryan(Jeff), her 5 precious Grandchildren, Alyssa Jarvis(Nickie), Olivia Crann, Jack Crann, Colton Ryan and Amber Boutcher,  Brother Harrison Chafe(Mary), Brother-in-law Todd Crann(Michelle), Sisters-in-law Mona Dicks(Frank), Evelyn Reid(Melvin), Karen Turpin(Brian), Special Aunt, Mary Horan and Special Uncle, David Weir(who was like a big brother), Three special friends who were like Sisters Marg Gosse, Connie Fahey and Verlie Petten as well as a huge circle of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Family and Friends. Margot loved them all dearly and had special and unique bonds with each and every individual listed above.

Margot will always be remembered for her love for her Family and Friends, her kindness to others, her cooking and baking, being a hardworking fisherwoman for over 30 years and a smile that lit up every room she walked into.

Our Family would like to say a big heartfelt thank you to everyone for their Love and Support over the last two years. We would also like to Thank the Staff at the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Center and The Health Sciences Center, Dr. Terri Stuckless, Dr. Joe Lockyer her Palliative Care Team-Dr. McDonald, Sandra, Jeaniel Gushue and Johnathon Barrett, her Family doctor,  Dr. Jason Ralph and the Nurses and Staff of The Palliative Care Ward at The Miller Centre, Rev. Barrett, Rev. Guzzwell, Rev. Thorne and Rev. Linda Guy Flint. A very special Thank You going out to Stephanie Van Leijenhorst for going above and beyond to make Margot’s last wish come true.

Margot will be resting at the Fair Haven Community Center, Visitation for Family will be from 7-9pm Monday Dec. 13th and Public Visitation will be from 10am- 9pm on Tuesday Dec. 14th. Funeral will take place at the Fair Haven Community Center at 2 00 pm on Wednesday Dec. 15th, with burial to follow at the St. Paul’s By The Sea United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted with Holloway’s Funeral Home and Rev. Marilyn Rees.

Due to Covid restrictions masks and VaxPass will be required to attend the Wake and Funeral.

“Your Life was a Blessing, Your Memory a Treasure,

You are Loved Beyond Words and Missed Beyond Measure”

Frederick Samuel Upshall

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Frederick Samuel Upshall

June 8, 1945 – December 10, 2021

 

Fred Upshall, age 76, passed peacefully away at St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital on December 10, 2021.

Predeceased by parents Edward and Sadie Upshall, brother Don, sister Alma and son Freddie.

Leaving to mourn with fond memories is his loving wife, Linda (nee Thorne), who he adored for 47 years. Fred will be forever missed by his children: Rodney (Judy) Wark, Ross (Trudy) Thorne, Sherry (Eric) Kendall and Harold (Jolyne) Upshall; and grandchildren: Rodney, Lori Lee, Natasha, Olivia, and Sara; 4 great grand children, and a very large circle of family and friends. He will also be sadly missed by his furry little companion, Rosie.

Fred will always be remembered for his huge heart and his selflessness for helping others; his big, loud, and hearty laughs and of course, his stubbornness. He loved spending time with his family and always enjoyed a good game of darts or 120’s while sipping on a scatter cold one.

A special thanks to all the staff in the ICU at the St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Your professionalism, support and compassion are truly appreciated.

Visitation will be held at the Salvation Army Citadel in Chance Cove on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 from 2:00pm-4:00pm and 7:00pm-9:00pm; and on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 from 10:00am-12:00pm. Funeral service will follow at 2:00pm.

Proof of vaccination will be required for both visitation and funeral service. Masks are mandatory.

Vera Winifred Power (Clarke)

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We take comfort that our mother, Vera Winifred Power (Clarke), is now at peace and resting with our Dad and her husband of 53 years, Kevin Power, and our sister, Geraldine. In her 80th year, Mom passed away on December 3 with her family by her side. She will forever be missed by her children and grandchildren Kenneth and Lori (Megan [Keith Smith] and Miranda), Rick and Jackie (Bradley), Lorne and Stephanie (Casandra, Courtney and Christina), Elaine and Blair (Kevin), and Steven and Rebecca (Joshua and Cameron). Mom was especially proud of her two great grandchildren Madison and Mason.  Pre-deceased by her father Josiah Clarke, and mothers Elizabeth (England) and Blanche (Smith).  She will be missed by her sister Joan Clarke (Manuals, NL) and brother George Clarke (Kentville, NS), and a large circle of friends including her special “Auntie” Cavelle and close friend and sister-in-law Bernadette.

Born in Brigus, Mom grew up in Manuals, and moved to Chapel Arm to marry Dad in 1961.  Together they worked hard and built a family, a home and a successful business.  Mom being the Superwoman that she was, kept it all going with her strength.  She was happy with the simple pleasures of life – in addition to raising and guiding us, she kept an immaculate home and loved being in the kitchen.  Her famous fruitcake and chocolate chip cookies were enjoyed and will be missed by many.

Special thanks are extended to the sixth floor staff at Carbonear General Hospital. Your professionalism and support, your caring and compassion were truly appreciated.   Also to Mom’s room mate while she was in hospital, Mrs. Priddle for her ever watchful eye over Mom.  And a very heartfelt thank you to Mom’s home care provider Jacqui Crittenden. Jacqui – you are and always will be a part of our family.

Visitation will be held at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Sunday, December 5 from 2-5pm and 7-9pm, and on Monday from 10am to 12pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Chapel Arm with a funeral service at 2:30pm, following which Mom will be laid to rest next to Dad at St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

Proof of vaccination will be needed for both visitation and the Funeral Service.         Masks will be mandatory.

 

Juanita Best

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Passed peacefully away at the Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion in Carbonear on December 2, 2021, Juanita Best,  age 87, of Thornlea, Newfoundland. Predeceased by loving husband Edward, daughter-in-law Glendene, mother Minnie, step-father George. Leaving to mourn with fond memories are her children: Millicent (Dennis), Calvin (Toni), and Glenn (Connie); grandchildren: Dion (Carrie), Bradley (Geriann), Meghen (Stephen), Katie (Shannon), Lucas; great-grandchildren: Damian (Megan), Finley, Autumn, Hailee, Zayna, Maya, Rosie, and Janie; brother Clayton (Doris); sisters: Geraldine (Clyde, deceased),  Rita (Reg, deceased); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and  friends. Juanita will be forever remembered for her quick wit, selflessness, and compassion for others. A very special thank you to the staff of 2 South, Pte. Squibb Pavilion. Your thoughtfulness and caring are very much appreciated. Resting at Faith United Church, Thornlea Friday, December 3 @7-9pm, and Saturday, December 4 @11am-2pm & 4pm-7pm. Funeral to take place Monday December 6 at 11am. Interment to follow in the Thornlea United Church Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Thornlea United Church Cemetery  Fund.  Please be advised that all public health COVID protocols, including proof of vaccination,  will apply during visitation and the funeral.