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.

Arthur Gordon Rideout,  Passed peacefully away at the Dr. Leonard A. Miller  Center Palliative Care Unit, November 20, 2021 Arthur Gordon Rideout of Blaketown. Predeceased by son David, parents Elizabeth and Gordon Rideout, sister Ann Russell,  parents-in-law Ronald & Effie Taylor. Leaving to mourn with precious memories are wife Marion, daughters; Tracy (Glenn) Brace,  Cynthia (Gus)Payne, his pride and joy grandson Connor Payne, brother Bond (Barb), sister Inez (Alphonsus) Reid, The Taylor family of  Makinsons , as well as  nieces, nephews, family and friends to numerous to mention, just know you are in our hearts.

Special thanks to the staff at the Dr. Bliss Murphy Cancer Center, especially Dr. Brett Tompkins who cared  for Art for the past eighteen years. Thank  you to the palliative care team at the Miller Center for your compassionate care shown to Art during the last five weeks of his life’s journey. Words cannot express our gratitude. To all the staff at the Newhook’s Clinic, Whitbourne especially Dr. Stephanie Squibb, nurses Barb Taylor and Sherry Drover we extend our undying gratitude. We don’t know how we could have managed without you. Thank you to Rev. Bill Bartlett, Rev. Denine  Morgan-Tuck. Thank you for your prayers and many visits to Art’s bedside. To Major Chris Pilgrem  for your visit and prayers that last day. We are sure Art knew you were there in person not just on our TV  screen in our living room where we sat Sunday’s enjoying your church service.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Art’s life will be held at a later date.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne.

Elizabeth Didham (nee Baldwin) R.N, March 30th, 1958 – November 18th, 2021.

Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on November 18th, 2021 surrounded by a circle of love, Betty Didham of Whitbourne.

Predeceased by her loving husband Alphonsus (Phonse), her parents William and Dorothy Baldwin, brother Albert, sister in law Verna. Parents-in-law Reginald and Florence Didham, sister in law Pat Ryan.

Leaving to mourn with cherished memories that will never fade are her daughter Jaime (Mike Whelan) and son Mark (Jill).

Siblings Linda (Larry Hoskins) Yvonne (Randy Mercer) Bill(Donna) , Don, Brenda (Tony Moore) Kelly (Dennis Lundrigan). She was a loving Aunt to her 6 nieces and 2 nephews and their spouses and she adored her 11 great nieces and nephews. Also, her brother in law Don Didham and his family, as well the Ryan families.

She will be lovingly missed by her partner, Junior Piercey. His children Heather (Kevin Best) Darin, Dale (Belinda) and Leeanne Drodge (Toby Bouzane)  and a large number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nanny Betty will be dearly missed by “her girls”, Kailey and Kiana.

Also, special friends Loretta Lundrigan and Harriett Rees and all of her quilting buddies.

Special thank you to the nurses and doctors in the ICU unit in Carbonear and as well in Health Science Centre for your care of Betty and the families.

Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, on Sunday November 21 from 1:00-5:00pm & 7:00-9:00pm.

Funeral Service to take place on Monday, November 22 at 2:00pm from Trinity United Church, Blaketown. Internment at the United Church Cemetery, Markland. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in Bettys memory to the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada (www.sbhac.ca).

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

PENNEY, Lydia Madge November 24, 1943 – November 05, 2021

Her journey is now complete and she is finally home.  Passed away surrounded by children and grandchildren Nov.5, 2021 at her daughter’s residence in Torbay.  Predeceased by her husband David, her parents Fanny & Llewellyn Crisby, brother Howie, mother & father in-law Aubrey & Lavenia Penney.

Leaving to mourn daughters Lisa(Bob Burke), Linda(Todd Coady) and son Kevin(Melissa & her children Waltie & Tiana).  Grandchildren Morgan, Heather, Owen, Lydia, Laura, Heidi & Cassie. Siblings Doris Gordon(Maurick), Marilyn Feltham (Graham), Gaye Turner(Wayne), Rosalind Matchim(Neville), Arthur Crisby(Jackie), nieces, nephews, good friends Alma & Theresa.  Special thank you to in-laws especially Winnie & Melvin Cooper who were a constant support and always there when needed.  The family is forever grateful.  Thank you to Dr. Amanda Scott, Dr. Aaron McKim, Dr. Tibbo, Dr. Tompkins, staff at DHBMCC, and nurses Paulette Doyle and Robyn Alcock from Community.

Resting at St. John the Baptist Church Chapel Arm with visitation 11-1pm and funeral at 1pm Monday Nov.8, 2021.  Anyone wishing to attend either please text/call or email Lisa at lppenney@gmail.com.  Vax Pass & Picture ID Required.

Donations in her memory can be made to Easterseals of NL & Labrador in which her granddaughter Heidi gets much happiness and joy attending their activities/camps

Griffin Edward Joseph passed away suddenly at his home in Chapel Arm on September. 20, 2021 in his 60th year.  Predeceased by his father (Vincent 2006)’ twin brother (Vincent 1961). Also his brother in law Greg who affectionately called him ‘Brother’ ‘ED’. Leaving to mourn his Loving Mother (Sadie) and (five) sisters and (six) brothers. Also a large circle of other family members and friends. He will be sadly missed by his loving companion Diane and his best friend and hunting buddy Dave Barrington who spent a lot of time in Millertown. Due to Covid restrictions burial will take place at a later date. And may he rest in peace.

In memory of David Reid

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of David Reid on August 7th at St. Clare’s Hospital. David was born in Chapel Arm, “during a card game at Aunt Jessie’s house”- as he famously described it. He later moved to Clarenville where he began a 34-year career as a network technician with Terra Nova Tel/Bell Aliant. David was a kind, generous and funny man. He was always the first to lend a helping hand and was loved for his sense of humor. He enjoyed going on quad, hunting, fishing, visiting his cabin and cheering for his beloved Toronto Maple Leaf’s.

David is predeceased by his parents, Cleophas and Josie Reid, siblings Tim, Don, Jimmy and Janie, and his niece Kellie.

David is fondly remembered by his 2 children, Kelsey and Jacob, and their mother Yvette. He will be greatly missed by his siblings: Ivy (Austin), Edgar (Cindy), Gerry (Janice), Phyllis (Paul), Gord (Theresa), Otto, and Cleophas (Sarah), along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. David will also be missed by his in laws Ed and Edwina Drover, Dean (Shelley), Chad (Caroline), and Jillian.

David was loved and respected by many co workers, neighbors, and good friends. And while there are too many to mention everyone individually, the family would like to give a special mention to, Sharon & Dennis Benson, Ross and Dwitty Green, John & Marsha Rowe, Fred Slade, Donald Barker, Cecil Critch, and special friend Kelly Cooper.

As per David’s wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no formal funeral service. The family receive visitors at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne on Tuesday August 10th from 10am-12pm and 2-4pm.

Our family would like to give our appreciation and gratitude to all the medical and nursing staff on 4West at St. Clare’s for providing exceptional care to David during his hospital stay.

Flowers are respectfully declined, we ask that those who wish to honor David, do so by doing an act of kindness for a stranger, family member or friend, just as David would do.