THORNE, Georgie Maud.  Passed peacefully away at the age of 99 years, in the presence of her loving family, Georgie Maud Thorne of Norman’s Cove.  Now reunited with her beloved husband William. Also predeceased by parents George & Amelia White, brother Alex, sisters; Winnie, Ann, and Lillian, baby daughter Alfreda Maud, and a son Billy. Maud was a resident of Carbonear Long Care Home for the past 2 1/2 Years, where she received excellent care and was endeared by all.
Besides her family, mom’s pride and joy was her garden and you would see her outside bent over her flowers as soon as spring arrived. Her favorite time of year was Christmas, and she would be decorating and baking by the end of November, looking forward to her family visiting.
Leaving to mourn with loving and cherished memories; sons; George (Joy), Alvin (Florence), Charlie (Evelyn), Roy (Marie), and Daughters; Flora (Andy), Norma (Kador), Melia (Shane), Doreen (John), and Lena (Glenn).  She also leaves to mourn 28 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren, 23 great great grandchildren, and many friends especially her Church family at Faith Pentecostal Church.
Due to COVID-19, a closed private family funeral service will be held at Pentecostal Church, Norman’s Cove, on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 2:30 pm.   Visitation to take place on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00–6:00 pm. Donations in Maud’s memory may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Doreen Clarke, November 27, 1935 to October 7, 2020.  It is with great sadness that the family of Doreen Clarke announces her passing at the Health Science Complex on October 7, 2020.  Predeceased by husband Joe, daughter Jean, son Wayne and son-in-law Wayne Day.

Leaving to morn and to celebrate her life are her seven children, Marilyn (Darrell), Dave (Mike), Jerry (Barb), John (Vera),  Lloyd, Goldie (Terry), Joanne (Steve), son-in-law Doug, daughters-in-law Diane and Debbie, 26 Grandchildren and 38 Great Grandchildren.  Siblings: Ennis, Eric (Joan), Jean (Doug) and Josie (Darcy).  As well as a large number of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and her long-time neighbor Andy (Effie).

Thank you to the Medical staff at the Newhook Community Health Center over the years and the Doctor’s and Nurse’s at 5 North A, Health Science.  No flowers by request, donations in her memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

The contact tracing list for our mom’s funeral has be completed.  If you have not been  contacted by a member of the family, we have unfortunately reached the church capacity, due to the COVID protocols.  We must adhere to the guidelines.  Included in those guidelines are personal use of mask.

This is an extremely difficult event to plan, our sincerest apologies to those unable to attend.

Family visitation on Friday, October 9, 2020, at 4:00 to 9:00pm.  Funeral service will be on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 2:00pm from the St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne.  Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne.

CRANN, Baxter Norman. July 18, 1944 – September 28, 2020.It is with deep sadness that we the family of Baxter Crann (age 76 years) of Fair Haven, announce his sudden passing on Monday, Sept. 28, 2020 at his home in Fair Haven. Baxter is predeceased by his parents Caleb and Marion Crann, brothers Freeman and Richard Crann, grandson Blake Crann. Leaving to mourn loving wife of 52 years Arrian (nee Thorne). Daughter Bonnie (Scott), son Jamie (Robyn) daughter Lori (Chris). Grandchildren; Kris (Jess), Morgan (Brittany), Dylan, Kassidy, Chloe, Destiny, Sydney, Liam. Great  grandchildren; James, Noah, Ava, Sisters Myrtle, Daphne (Kevin), and brother Calvin. As well as a large circle of family and friends. Baxter’s family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Mclavie and staff at Dr. Newhook Clinic for years of care and support .In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul’s By the Sea United Church, Fair Haven. Family visitation Thursday Oct 01 from 2:00  – 6:00 pm. Funeral service on Friday, Oct 2, 2020 at 2:00 pm.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our precious Mother, Julia Gladys (Anthony) Baldwin at the Health Science Complex, on September 15th, 2020. Age 88 years.

Gerald Curtis Drover, June 28, 1935 – Sept 13, 2020. Formerly of Whitbourne. Passed peacefully away at the Pleasent View Tower, St. John’s on Sept 13, 2020. Predeceased by parents John and Mary Drover, Dorothy Jerrett, sisters; Laura, Frances (Leander) Barrett, Elaine (Rudy) Larocke, sisters-in-law Greta Drover, Shirley Drover,  Leaving to mourn: sons Larry (Johanna), Robert (Machelle), Marshall (Lana), Daughter: Cathy (Cyril). Brother’s;  Ronald and Godfrey. 9 Grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a large circle of friends. Gerald was also a long time member of  The Loyal Orange Lodge and a well respected member of  The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39. He served as a member of  The Royal Canadian Airforce and a clergy of  The United Church of Canada. May  He Rest In Peace.  Due to the COVID19 there will be a private family visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne, on Tuesday from 6:00  to 9:00 pm.  A  private family  funeral service will be on Wednesday’s at 2:00, pm from Holloway’s Funeral Home  Interment will follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Whitbourne.

Passed peacefully away on August 31, 2020 after a brief illness, Wm. Graham
Vaters of Whitbourne in his 89th year.
Leaving to mourn with fond & loving memories are daughter Jean Pinsent
(Morris), sons Oral (Cindy), Curt, Derrick (Margie) & Mark; ten grandchildren
and seven great-grandchildren; brothers Gerald (Ivy), Walter & Clayton
(Marilyn) and sisters Elsie & Mabel.
Predeceased by wife Nellie, parents, Alexander & Mary Ellen; in-laws Eldred & Amelia
Smith; grandson Brian Pinsent; brothers Cyril, Mark, Alex & Jack; sisters
Gertie, Ethel, Genevieve, Mary & Harriett and numerous extended family
members.
Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne. Internment on
September 3 at Trinity United Church cemetery, Whitbourne.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions funeral home visitation and internment will be
limited to immediate family members.
In lieu of flowers, in memoriam donations can be mailed to Trinity United
Church, PO Box 89, Blaketown, NL.,  A0B 3K0   or via email money transfer to  trinityunited@hotmail.com

Passed peacefully away surrounded by love at G.B Cross Memorial hospital on
August 30th 2020. Miram Hazel (Brace) Branton, age 77 years.
Predeceased by parents Archabald and Louisa Brace. Brothers Ernest Brace
(Marjorie), Arthur Brace. Infant son Wilson Junior.
Left to mourn loving husband Calvin Branton of 60 years, sons Fred (Trudy),
David (Debbie), Derrick (Leah), George (Tina), Cory (Elizabeth). Daughters Doris
(Merrill), Phyllis (Ambrose), Wanda (Dennis). Grandchildren Adam (Cassie), Amanda
(Brett), Laura (Jon), Danny (Renee), Alexa, Rachael, Crystal (Jeremy), Chad (Ashley),
Steve (Stacey), Ashley (Todd), Noelle (Alex), Jeremy, Angie (Chris), Melissa (Dan),
Holly, Micheal (Theresa), Jenny (Domenic), Jacob.
Also to mourn 20 great grandchildren and a large circle of nieces, nephews,
family and friends.
Miram was cherished and loved by her children, grandchildren, and so many of
her friends. She will be deeply missed by all who held her dear. May she rest peacefully
with the angels.
Resting at Holloway’s Funeral Home in Whitbourne. Viewing Tuesday 1-5 and
Wednesday 1-3 followed by a family service. Cremation to follow.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions the viewing will be limited to invite only and masks
are required. We apologize and appreciate your understanding.

Kathleen Gregory

April 18, 1924 – August 25, 2020

With saddened hearts we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother Kathleen Gregory (nee Frampton), 96 years of age on Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at the Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion, Carbonear, with her family by her side.

She is predeceased by husbands John Baldwin Sr., Stephen Gregory and special friend Ralph Mercer, Sons Charlie, Joseph & Clarence Baldwin, Son-in-Law Dawson Harris and Grandson Corey Baldwin. Leaving to morn with fond and loving memories her sons Tony (Ella) Baldwin, John Jr. (Shirley) Baldwin, daughter Venita Harris and Daughter-in-Law Trixie Grout (Bill)   & Clarice Baldwin. 13 Grand Children, 18 Great-Grand Children and 3 Great-Great Grand Children.

She enjoyed life to the fullest and will be dearly missed by her family, relatives and a large number of friends.

Cremation has taken place and unfortunately, due to these difficult times, there will be no service. A celebration of her life will be planned at a later date when family and friends are able to get together.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Trinity United Church, P.O Box 89, Blaketown, NL,  A0B 1C0 or to a charity of one’s choice.