It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the matriarch of the Temple family, a dear wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Martha Doris (Dos) Temple (December 5^th, 1937) who passed peacefully away at her home on Thursday, April 21^st at 4:10 am. surrounded by her loving family.

Predeceased by her parents, Robert and Matilda Newhook, parents-in-law, Arthur and Dorcas Temple, son-in-law Kevin, brothers-in-law Levi, Cyril, and Jacob, and sisters-in-law Judy, Julie, and Pearl.

Lovingly remembered and forever missed by her husband and best friend of 68 years, Clement Temple; her eight loving children, Christine, Robert (Velma), Janice, Lois (Rick), Judy (Keith), Roger (Cathy), Wesley (Wanda), and Jody (Nora); her 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, her two brothers, Wesley (Rosland) Newhook and Alf Newhook, sister in laws Marion White and Elsie Temple, as well as a large number of relatives and friends.

The family would like to thank her amazing homecare workers Joanne Smith and Jacqui Crittenden, who quickly became part of our family.  We would also like to send a special thanks to Robyn from Eastern Health for all of her support.

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 12pm at Holloways Funeral Home in Whitbourne.  Immediately following, a celebration of her life will be held at Norman’s Cove Community Centre beginning at 2pm and is open for all family and friends to attend.

She is leaving her family deeply saddened with a void that can never be filled.

Lloyd Peddle. January 8, 1948- April 7, 2022. Passed peacefully away at the Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion, Carbonear on April 7, 2022, at the age 74 years.

Predeceased by parents Mehelon and Maude (Clarke) Peddle. Brothers, Reginald Peddle, ex-wife Grace Smith.

Leaving to mourn brother Gordon (Ada) Peddle, Sister in-law Rose (Peddle)Hillier. Uncle William Peddle, Aunt Nina Peddle, Children: Nancy Peddle, Denise (Jody) Garland, Jenny, Tony (Paulette), Geoff Whelan, Terri Williams, and Bradley Brown, also leaving to mourn his 12  grandchildren: Elisha, Heidi, Keisha, Taylor, Hailey, Tegan, Trey, Jorja,  Jenny, Mackenzie, Colby, Brandon, .great grandson Grayson, also his loving companion Gizmo and nieces, nephew and many cousins of the Peddle and Clarke families.

No Service at the request of the family. Cremation has taken place. Donations can be made in memory of Lloyd Peddle in care of Holloway’s Funeral Home or Tony Peddle.

Victor Harrison Smith. September 22, 1938- April 4, 2022. Passed peacefully away after a brief illness at the Health Science Center on April 4, 2022 Victor Harrison Smith age 83 years.

Predeceased by parents Obediah and Elizabeth Maude (Reid) Smith. Brothers, Reginald Smith, Andrew LeRoy Smith, sister;  Geneva Reid, sister-in-law, Joyce Smith, brothers-in-law, Charles Cumby, Ronald Elgar, and nephew Reginald Smith.

Leaving to mourn brothers,  Frederick and Lyndon Smith (Patsy). Sisters, Loretta Elgar, Stella Cumby, Geraldine Smith and sister-in-law Alvina Smith. Also leaving to mourn many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and one great grandniece.

Cremation has taken place. Interment to follow at a later date at the Anglican Cemetery, Chance Cove.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of my beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, mother-in-law and aunt Ada Lillian Vatcher (nee Hurley). May 16, 1950 – April 04, 2022

Predeceased by mother & father William Sr. and  Sarah Drover (Hurley/Harris). Sister’s Kathleen (Gary), Rose (Louis), Martha (Jim). Brother’s William (Lillian), Harold (Laura), Clifford, Frederick & Cynthia Hurley.    step-father  Raymond Harris, mother & father-in-law Leah & Thomas Vatcher, sister’s  -in-law Sarah & Melvin Cooper, Carrie & Henry Vokey, Mona Harris. Brother’s-n-law Thomas & Gilbert Vatcher.  Niece Ina Cooper Browne.

Leaving to mourn her best friend & husband of 50 years Kenneth. Daughter’s Florence (Keith), Sarah (Jeannette),  son Tommy (Valerie). Her 2 most precious grandchildren Angel & Jordan Vatcher. sister Winnie, Brother Wayne (Mary), Freddie Norman (Molly), sister’s-in-law Janet Vatcher & Joan Hurley, nephew Fred Cooper & niece Joyce Vatcher who have been her rock through everything. Special friends Darrell(Rhonda) Clarke. Merdick & Sadie Pitcher, Graham & Betty Mugford, Ginger & Martel Culleton & Jessica Day. Along with many nieces, nephews & friends whom she adored. 

Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home , Whitbourne. Visitation Friday, April 8,  10:00 am – 12:00 noon, 2:00 – 5:oo pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Saturday, April 9, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, 2:00- 5:00 and 7:oo – 9:oo pm. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday,  April 10, 2022  at2:00 pm from  St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne. 

No flowers by request of the family. Donations  can be made  in memory of Ada Vatcher  c/o Kenneth Vatcher.

At the request of the family mask are to be worn at all times at the Funeral Home.

Nicholas Dobbin. April 1st, 1948 – March 27th, 2022. It is with great  sadness  that the family of Nicholas Dobbin of Whitbourne announce his peaceful passing on  March 27th, 2022 at the Health Science Centre, St. John’s.

Predeceased by parents Annie and Vincent Dobbin, Upper Island Cove. Mother and father-in-law, Mary and William H Mercer, of Whitbourne. Sister Bride Verge of  Harbour Grace and  brother-in-law John w. Mercer, Whitbourne.

Leaving to mourn his best friend and loving wife of 52 years Patsy. Daughter Joan and son-in-law Mike and his pride and joy special grandson Steven. Also leaving to mourn brothers Kevin (Jeanne), P.E.I., Dave (Brenda ), Harbour Grace, George, Whitbourne, Gary (Renee), Spaniards Bay. Sisters Kathleen (Dave) Mercer,  Angela Harbour Grace. Brother-in-law Raymond Verge of Harbour Grace, Sisters-in-law Goldie (Kevin) Mercer, Whitbourne, Betty (Arch) Janes, Old Shop, Florence (Ken) Edmunds, Roches Line, along with Many nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Also missing him so much are his  Furbabies to  whom he Loved Dearly Toby and Muffie.

Cremation has taken place. To Nicholas’ wishes their will be no service.

Forever in Our Hearts.

Emily Gosse

January 10, 1947-March 29, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Emily Gosse (née Gilbert) of Whitbourne announce

her peaceful passing on March 29th. 2022 at W.H. Newhook Community Health Centre in

Whitbourne. She was born in Haystack, Placentia Bay, and was the daughter of George and

Susie (née Barrett) Gilbert. Leaving to mourn are her loving husband and best

friend of 53 years Graham, brother William Gilbert of Blaketown, sister Pagie Hickman of Tecopa,

California, sons Graham Jr. (Lora) of Wilmot, NS, Craig (Tammy) of Blackfoot, AB, daughter Lisa

Penney (Jay) of St. John’s, Grandchildren Daniel (Caelum), Katelyn (Connor), Taylor (Jill), Nic (Hanna),

Brianna (Kyle), Brandon, Myles, and Lillian, Great-Grandchildren Maliyah, Xavier, and Kaynen

along with numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends. She was predeceased by her

parents.

Emily spent many years working at Markland Cottage Hospital as a Nursing Assistant and later

in life at the Mini Mart on the corner of Brigus Road and the “back road’ in Whitbourne. She

loved to crochet, cook Sunday dinner for her family, and tend to her flowers and plants.

She will be fondly remembered and missed by all those that knew and loved her. She will

forever be in our hearts.

Arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place.  A small

family gathering   will be at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne on Saturday  from 1:00 – 3:00 pm by invitation only.

It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mom Bessie Louise
Newhook (nee Piercey) who passed away peacefully at Lions Manor, Placentia on March 24,
2022.
Predeceased by husband James Lewis Newhook, daughter Joyce Coish, brother Arthur Piercey,
sister Hattie Piercey, and a good friend and sister-in-law Jane Newhook.
Leaving to mourn and celebrate her life are her loving children; daughters Judy (Dave) Power,
Melba (Ray) King, sons Jim, Lawrence (Nora), Tony (Corrina), Leroy, and Dean (Kim), her 19
grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, son-in-law Ivan Coish and her many nieces, nephews and
other relatives.
Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate Bessie’s life will be held at a later date.
The family would like to thank her many caregivers over the years. Most recently the staff of
unit 1 at Lions Manor and her previous staff at the Beachside Manor.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne.

Visitation will be at the The Good Shepard Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on Thursday, August  4th, 2022.                                                                                                                      Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 5th. at 2:00 pm from the Good Shepherd Anglican Church, Norman’s Cove with inurnment                                                                                                           at the Anglican Cemetery .

Your cheerful smile,

Your heart of gold,

You were the best this world

could hold,

Never selfish, always kind.

While you sleep a

peaceful sleep,

Fond memories of you,

We always keep.

No verse, no flowers,

No tears can say,

How much we miss you

EVERYDA

Earl Jarvis, age 64 years. Passed peacefully away, surrounded by his loving family, at the Health Sciences Centre on March 15, 2022.

Predeceased by his father Hallett Jarvis and brother-in-law Bruce MacIntyre.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his mother Gertrude (Gertie) Jarvis; two children Tanya (Justin) and David (Patricia);

his grandchildren who he loved and adored dearly, Taylor, Nathan and Ally; brother Harvey Jarvis (Brenda); sister Beulah MacIntyre; extended family and friends.

As per Earl’s request, cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

RYAN, Martin Joseph. Sept 2, 1932 to March 4, 2022.  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the  peaceful passing of a beloved husband, father, poppy, grand-poppy, brother and brother-in-law Martin Ryan of Whitbourne. Leaving to mourn is his wife of 65 years Cecilia (Saunders), children Tony, Kevin (Carol).  Ramona (Dave Warford), Michelle (Wayne Foley),  Mary ( Bill Macintosh), Damian (Judy), David, Donna, Linda (Terry Gillam), Martin Jr. Sixteen grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, sister Blanche (Joe Dray) and special life long friend Mabel Brennan.

Predeceased by parents John and Elizabeth Ryan of Little Paradise. Placentia Bay, Brothers Greg, Peter, and Anthony. Sisters Dorothy Hickey, May Ward, and  Katherine Houlihan, and best friend Pius Brennan.

A special thank you to the staff at Agnes Pratt for their excellent care and compassion

Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home, 33A Cabot Avenue, Whitbourne, NL. Visitation on Monday, March 7, 2022 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and  7:00 – 9:00 pm by invitation only. Vax pass is required. Mask is required at the Funeral Home at all times.

Funeral Mass 11:00 am  Tuesday, March 8, 2022. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.