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Burin Peninsula Obituaries
May 2023

The area includes from Terrenceville on down to Grand Bank, over to Lamaline, St. Lawrence, Burin, Marystown and down the Peninsula again to Boat Harbour. All the communities are not named but serves the whole of the Peninsula.

 

ABBOTT, Georgina Alice
It is with great sadness that the family of Georgina Alice Abbott of Creston South announces her passing at her cousin's home in Port au Bras on May 23, 2023 at the age of 85. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, sisters Winnie Marshall and Linda Rowe (Allen) and very special cousin Emma Kennedy, brother-in-law Harold Wells, nieces and nephews; Christa, Cory, Georgette, Margaret, Marlene, Ralph, Linda, Wayne and a large circle of family and friends. Georgina is predeceased by her parents Alice & William Abbott, sisters Margaret Abbott, Ivy Skiffington, & Shirley Wells, and brothers-in-law Scott Skiffington & Gordon Marshall. Georgina loved life, visiting her family and friends, and attending various events. She had a deep fondness for music and it always showed on the dance floor. She was a woman of strong faith who loved the Lord, her church, her family, and the community. Visitation will be held at Serenity Funeral Home, Burin on Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 12pm-9pm. As per Georgina's wishes cremation will take place after the visitation.A celebration of Life service to follow on Monday, May 29th at 2pm at St. Andrews Anglican Church, Port au Bras with Inurnment following at St. Andrew's Anglican Cemetery. In Georgina's memory, flowers or donations to St. Andrews Parish Church will be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. "We learn. We listen. We walk with you."

ANTLE, Teresita Margaret
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Teresita Margaret Antle of Beau Bois announces her passing. Teresita passed away at the Blue Crest Nursing Home in Grand Bank on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023, at the age of 76. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her long-time partner of 30 years, Rick Farrell; daughter Leah Hanrahan; son Scott Hanrahan (Sandy); grandchildren, Casey McGrogan, Kelly and Yaritza Arango; sister Millie Pardy; brother Don Antle (Liz); many special nieces and nephews; special friends, Sadie, Sharon, Brenda, Doreen, Phyllis and Angela; plus, a large circle of extended family and friends. Terri was predeceased by her parents John and Margaret Antle; infant son Shane; brothers, Louis and Michael; sisters, Jessie and Geraldine; brothers-in-law Joe, Harold and Bruce; sister-in-law Mary.
Terri was a kind, caring woman and a blessing to her family, friends and all who knew her. She was a strong, independent, loyal, and fierce supporter of those that she loved unconditionally. Terri worked as an LPN from the start of her career in 1967 to her retirement in 2011. She dedicated herself to health care and worked tirelessly in her role as an LPN in St. John's, Labrador, Burin, Grand Bank and St. Lawrence. The family extends gratitude to the dedicated health care professionals at Blue Crest Nursing Home for their care of Terri during her stay. In honoring Terri's wishes, cremation has taken place.
The Antle Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Marystown on Friday, May 5th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Chapel Funeral will take place at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Marystown Saturday, May 6th at 12:00 pm. Inurnment to follow at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Little Bay. In Terri's memory donations may be made to Blue Crest Nursing Home in Grand Bank or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

BARNES, Hannah Jane
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Hannah Jane Barnes of Grand Bank announces her passing. Hannah passed away at the Blue Crest Nursing Home in Grand Bank on Thursday, May 11th, 2023, at the age of 91. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her husband of 68 years, Leo Barnes of Grand Bank, NL; daughter, Karen Barnes (Bert Brushett) of Grand Bank; grandchildren, Connie Grandy (Rod), Carla Matthews, and Colin Matthews (Jill); great-grandchildren, Joshua, Matthew, Tyler, Tyson, Carter, and Max; brothers, Wilfred Evans, and Angus Evans (Selma); sister-in-law, Martha Jane Baker; special niece, Melinda Hillier (Lloyd); and special nephew, Carl Evans (Marg); plus a large circle of extended family and friends.
Hannah's family would like to thank her home care workers: Karen Monster, Chantel Clarke, Jackie Brooks, the staff of Blue Crest Nursing Home, and the Dr. S. Beckley Health Care Centre. Hannah was predeceased by her parents, Joseph & Melinda Evans; stepmother, Ada Evans; brother, Norman Evans (Sarah), sister, Linda Wells (Onslow); sister-in-law, Annie Evans, brother-in-law, Philip Baker; and parents-in-law, Charles & Elizabeth Barnes. The Barnes Family will be accepting family and close friends at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A Funeral Service will take place at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Monday, May 15th at 11:00 am. An interment will follow at St. Alban's Anglican Cemetery. In Hannah's memory donations may be made to Blue Crest Cuddle Bed Project, or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

BROCKERVILLE, Wayne Stephen
It is with deep and profound sadness that we announce, Wayne Stephen Brockerville has departed this earthly life to rejoin his wife, Doris, in Heaven. His life will be complete once again. As he journeys home, Wayne leaves behind his daughter, Gayle; son, Wayne Joe (Irene); special god daughter, Sherri; grandkids, whom he adored - Landon, Rylan, Aliyah, Brody and Bentley; special nieces, Sheila Marie and Maddie; and special nephew, Gavin. They were all very special to Wayne, and he loved spending time with them. They filled his heart with so much love. Wayne also leaves to mourn his sisters, Molly Wall (Leo) and Valerie Gallant (Louis); brothers, John (Jackie), Allan (Vera), Leon, Vince, Guy (Nicole) and Nicholas Hynes (Heather); sisters-in-law, Theresa and Carm; in-laws, Judy Tarrant (Guy), Betty Drake (Mike), Colette Fleming, Colin Edwards (Glenda), Leo Edwards, Jess Dalton (Ron), Jim Bennett (Elizabeth), David Drake (Helen) and Mary Anne Edwards; a large circle of nieces and nephews; special friends, Jim (Shirley) Grant, Melvin (Shirley) Murphy, George (Mary) Baggs and special cousin, Jamie Pike. Wayne was predeceased by his wife, Doris; loving parents, Emmanuel & Beatrice Brockerville; parents-in- law, Leo & Loretta Edwards; brothers, Alonzo Jr., Alonzo Sr., Thomas, Kelly and Fred; nephews, Josh Edwards, Wesley Brockerville, Brandon Brockerville, Ryan Robere, and Josh Brockerville; sisters-in-law, Ellen M Drake, Alfreda Brockerville, Valerie Edwards, Ruth Bennett, Sheila Edwards and Carmelita Edwards; and brothers-in-law, Joseph Edwards, Charles Edwards and Adrian Fleming. The Brockerville Family will be accepting visitors at Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Lawn on Monday, May 29th, begining at 1:00pm. Tuesday, May 30th, All Day. Prayer vigil will be held at Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Church, Lawn on Tuesday, May 30th at 7:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023 at 11:00am. Interment to follow at Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Cemetery, Lawn. In Wayne's memory, in-lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Brockerville Family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

BURBRIDGE, Captain Freeman
May 31, 1948 - May 25, 2023

It is with great sadness the family of Freeman Burbridge announces his peaceful passing at his home, Epworth, on Thursday May 25, 2023 at the age of 74 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories wife Marilyn Burbridge of 56 years of marriage and his best friend - his cat Chloe of 15 years; daughters Jewel Moulton Collingwood, ON, Karen Burbridge St. Anthony, NL, Laurie Ann Burbridge Brooks AB, & Juanita Harding (Elvis) Red Deer, AB; Grandchildren Amanda Burbridge, William Beazley, Caitlin Moulton, Mason Martin, Colby Strangemore, Bailey Grant and Brandon Harding; great- grandchildren CJ Burbridge and Ryder Edwards-Beazley; sister Mary Anstey (Boyce) Norris Arm, NL; brothers Carl Burbridge (Joyce) Marystown, NL, Curt Burbridge (Peggy) Epworth, NL, Edwin Burbridge (Linda) St. John's, NL and a large circle of other family and friends. Predeased by parents Percival and Bessie Burbridge, parents-in-law Albert and Philomena Sutton and great grandson Terrence Freeman Mallay. Freeman was a hard worker who dedicated his life to the sea. At the early age of 19 years he got his Captain's Ticket and sailed the seas with many great men over the span of 45 years and they raised their 4 daughters in Epworth, NL. In Keeping with Freeman wishes cremation has taken place. There will be a celebration of Freeman's life on Thursday, June 1, 2023 from 10AM-12PM, 2-4PM & 7-9PM at Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. We listen, we learn, we walk with you.
A course well charted, He touched many lives and directed a well run ship Including his last sail
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COOPER, Joyce
It is with great sadness that the family of Joyce Cooper of Grand Bank announces her passing at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre on May 23, 2023 at the age of 93 years. Born Sept 28, 1929 on Brunette Island, Fortune Bay, to Phillip and Clara Price, Joyce was one of 8 children. On April 3,1945 she married her life-long partner William Cooper and in 1957 resettled to Grand Bank where they raised 7 children of their own. At the age of 50 With all her children grown, she decided to complete a basic carpentry course so she could work outside the home. She also worked as a cleaner at the Fort Pepperrell Air Force Base in St John's NL where she received a Commendation for exemplary work from the base commander. Joyce spent most of her life in Grand Bank where she enjoyed card games, bingo and socializing with a large circle of friends and family. Most will remember her as a very competitive person who hated to lose at cards. Joyce loved to help others and supported many residents of the Blue Crest Cottages where she lived for more than 20 years. The family would like to thank the staff at the Kingsway Assisted Living Manor in Grand Bank for their support during Joyce's later years as a resident. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons Sandy (Joyce nee Grandy) of Burin, George (Judy nee Grandy) of Grand Bank, Phonce ( Jean nee Mavin) of Dunville, William (Cathy nee Crowley) of Baddeck, NS and Gordon (Lorraine David) of Kirkland, QC; daughters Emily Crowley (Rex) of Grand Bank and Lydia Cornish (Tony) of Grand Bank; 17 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; sister Georgina Billard (Mike) plus a large circle of other family and friends. Predeceased by husband William Cooper, parents Clara and Phillip Price, brothers Phonce Price, Stewart Price; sisters Maude Hillier, Clara Snook, Eileen Price, Lydia Price and Parker Cooper (Grandson). Resting at Serenity Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 7-9PM and Thursday, May 25, 2023 from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Service to take place from St. Alban's Anglican Church, Grand Bank on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 11AM with interment following at Anglican Cemetery, Grand Bank. In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to Mental Health Society. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Grand Bank. "We listen, we learn, we walk with you."

DICKS, Priscilla (nee Vaters)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Priscilla Dicks (nee Vaters) of Rushoon announces her passing. Priscilla passed away at her home in Rushoon on Thursday, May 18th, 2023, at the age of 85. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her husband, Michael; sister-in-law, Susie Norman; many nieces and nephews, especially dedicated nephew, Howard Cheeseman (Mike O'Keefe), plus, extended family and friends. Priscilla was predeceased by her father, William; mother, Alice (nee Kerrivan); brother, Peter; sister-in-law, Mary Francis Cheeseman; brothers-in-law, Joseph Cheeseman, and Fred Norman. Special thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre, Social Workers, Cynthia Norman and Kim Vaters; Public Health Nurse, Sharon Fewer; Home Care Workers, Denise Hawco, Irene Ryan, and Gerladine Fewer. Also, thanks to Marion Barnes, Lillian Barry, and Marie Cheeseman for their support and guidance.
The Dicks Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Marystown on Friday, May 19th, 2023 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday, May 20th, 2023 from 10am - 12 noon. Mass of Christian burial for Priscilla will take place at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Marystown on Saturday, May 20th, 2023 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Christ the King Roman Catholic Cemetery in Rushoon. In Priscilla's memory donations may be made to a charity of one's choice or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

DOLIMOUNT, Phyllis Jane
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Phyllis Jane Dolimount of Grand Bank announces her passing. Phyllis passed away at the Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023, at the age of 78. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her daughter, Daphne Pitts (Pat) of Brentwood, ON; son, Norman Dolimount (Tammy) of Pefferlaw, ON; grandchildren, Michael Ashford (Stacy), Nicole Ashford (Luc); great-grandchildren, Sloan, Sadie, Kayla, Mariah; sisters in-law, Betty Herridge, Joyce Herridge; brother in-law, Lloyd Dolimount (Betty); "The Girls" as Mom would call them; the Home League Group; plus a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Phyllis was predeceased by husband, Melvin; parents, George & Georgie Herridge; brothers, Norman, Walter and Edward Herridge; nephew, Perry Herridge; niece, Collette Herridge; parents in-law, James & Kezia Dolimount.
The family would like to send a very special "Thank You" to the staff of the Margaret Bahen Hospice in Newmarket, ON. Your care, compassion and support during Mom's brief stay was immense. Also to the doctors and staff of the Cancer Unit of Southlake Regional Health Centre for their care and support, Shannon of Taylor Funeral Home in Newmarket, ON for your compassion, care and help in getting Mom home and last but not least, to Mona and Rhonda of Wiseman's Funeral Home in helping us through the many difficult steps of this process. The Dolimount Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Sunday and Monday, May 7th & 8th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral service will take place at Salvation Army Citadel, Grand Bank on Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow at United Church Cemetery, Grand Bank, NL. In Phyllis's memory donations may be made to Margaret Bahen Hospice, Newmarket, ON at www.myhospice.ca, or by mail, 653 Queen Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2J1 or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

DRAKE, Isaac "Ike" Aloysius
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Isaac "Ike" Aloysius Drake of Grand Bank announces his passing. Ike passed away at the Dr. S. Beckley Health Care Centre in Grand Bank on Tuesday, May 16th, 2023, at the age of 82. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his daughter, Paula Adams (Keith) of Torbay, NL; daughter-in-law, Michelle Drake of Paradise, NL; grandson, Parker; sisters: Bridget Alexander, Loretta Alexander, and Madonna Cluett (Wilson); brothers: Patrick Drake (Nancy), Kevin Drake (Sadie), and Leon Drake (Karen); brothers-in-law: Gordon Price (Elaine) and Chesley Price (Peg), and sisters-in-law: Edna Drake, Edith May (Gordon), and Susanne Thornhill (Wayne); along with a large circle of extended family members and friends. Ike was predeceased by wife, Irene Drake (nee Price); parents: Patrick and Ida (Myles) Drake; son, Perry Drake; sisters: Lucy Pittman and Gladys Drake; brother, Ernest Drake; brothers-in-law: Gerald Alexander, Leonard Alexander, and Cyril Price (Carrie); and mother-in-law, Gladys Price. The Drake Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank (48 Marine Drive Grand Bank, NL A0E 1W0) on Saturday, May 20th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A Funeral Service for family and friends will also take place at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank, on Sunday, May 21st, 2023, at 2:00 pm. Inurnment will follow at Grand Bank United Church Cemetery at a later date. In Ike's memory, donations may be made to the Drake family (via Paula Adams), the Grand Bank United Church Cemetery Fund, or flowers are gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

ETCHEGARY, Augustine A. (Gus)
Augustine A. Etchegary (Gus)
of St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, born May 28, 1924 in St. Lawrence, NL, died on May 7, 2023. He is the son of the late Louis and Philomena (Slaney) Etchegary. Gus is survived by his wife Kaoukab (Kay), sons Glenn (Katrina) and Grant (Vincenza) and grandchildren Marcus (Jennifer), Kurt (Rebecca), Kaitlin (Cody), Samantha, Mikaela, and great grandchildren Ryker, Adelaide, and Lyla. Pre-deceased by his first wife, and the mother of Glenn and Grant, Nora (Fitzpatrick), sisters Kathleen (Giovannini), Florence (Poynter), Isabelle and Louise, and brothers Theophilus and Louis, as well as nieces Creusa, Adele, Joy and nephew Donald. Gus is also survived by his brother-in-law, Daniel Diab in Lebanon, and his Boulos step-children John (Susan), Stephen (Peggy) and Donna (Mark) and grandchildren Christopher (Erin) and daughter Joni, Alan (Sarah), Stephanie (Bernie) and son Ben, Gregory and Andrew. Gus also leaves his nieces and nephews Kay (Etchegary) Kirk, Gemma and Albert Giovannini, Thomas and Robert Poynter as well as Alexander, Zachary, Kate, Patrick, Alison, Jennifer, Joel, Cameron, Cynthia, Stephanie, Henry, Annabel, Gregory, Gina, James, Jolene, and Jenna.
Gus was blessed to have lived a wonderful and full life. His identity has been intertwined with the fishery in Newfoundland and Labrador for over seventy years. Though he did not set out to be, Gus became known as a fish warrior. With the pioneering spirit of the Basque in his blood, however, it may have been futile to sail away from such a date with destiny. Gus was plant manager, company president, and a strong community advocate. In all these positions he has been a passionate independent thinker, couching his opinions and beliefs in his broader experiences and commitment to his province. Gus has steadfastly and strongly expressed his concern for the demise of the province's fishery and worried that our unique economic, social, and cultural fabric would be lost to future generations. This message was also conveyed in his book, Empty Nets which serves as an eye witness account of his experiences in the history of our diminished resource.
In the early 1970s, Gus spearheaded the creation of the Save Our Fisheries Association (SOFA) which brought national and international attention to the issue of foreign over-fishing in Canadian waters. In 1977, it was successful in convincing the Canadian government to extend its economic zone to 200 miles. Gus continued his resource management advocacy as a Commissioner at the International Commission for the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries (ICNAF) and later NAFO. During fifteen years of working through these international agencies he crusaded for Canada to extend jurisdiction beyond 200 miles to manage and protect the fishing grounds off the nose and tail of the Grand Banks. Gus was proud to play a role in these organizations and respected the work of scientists who presented their stock assessments to the various committees. He spoke often of Dr. Wilfred Templeman and other scientists whose research contributed greatly to an understanding of our fishery.
In the 2008 Spring Convocation at Memorial University, Gus was awarded an honorary degree of laws for his relentless fisheries advocacy in the province. In 2017 he was named "Senior of Distinction" by the provincial government.
Gus was extremely proud of his time playing for his beloved St. Lawrence Laurentians. He also played hockey into his 70's with his sons and Fishery Product colleagues. Growing up in St. Lawrence Gus played soccer, and during the 50's when he worked in Burin, he would walk and boat to St. Lawrence twice a week making sure he did not miss a practice. For his continued involvement at the provincial and national level, he was inducted into the St. Lawrence Soccer Hall of Fame, the Newfoundland Soccer Hall of Fame, and the Newfoundland Sports Hall of Fame and in 2007, was the first person from this province to be inducted into the Canadian Soccer Hall of Fame.
Gus was just seventeen when the American navy destroyer Truxton and the supply ship, the Pollux ran aground close to St. Lawrence. He always remembered being directed by his father to build a fire to warm the sailors who were rescued. As the last remaining witness to that tragedy, he often spoke of the event and its impact on him and the people in the community who opened their hearts and homes to the survivors.
Gus also enjoyed sailing with his favourite first-mate, Kay. In 1991, the two-man crew sailed La Reine Basque for forty-two days around the province. It was a "cruise of a lifetime" taking them into outports and communities, many of which Gus was familiar with from his early days in the fishery.
Besides his family, the fishery and sports, Gus enjoyed music especially Louis Armstrong and Charlie Kunz. During his training at the U.S. Argentia Naval Station, he and his band would regularly travel to the Newfoundland Hotel. When asked recently about his singing role he replied "Oh, I was more of a crooner". He was also the ship's musician on a trip to Saglek Bay, Labrador, in 1942 extracting graphite for the war effort. He serenaded the crew with one of three harmonicas that sit on his desk today.
Gus's family extends gratitude to staff at the Family Practice, Emergency Services, and 4SouthA at the Health Science complex.
Cremation has taken place.
Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Tuesday May 9th, from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday, May 10th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday May 11th, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. from the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. Interment will take at Mount Cecilia's Cemetery, St. Lawrence on Friday May 12th at 11:00 a.m. The Mass will be livestreamed and can be viewed via this link: https://www.thebasilica.net/live/
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the St. Lawrence Historical Society.

FARRELL, Celestine
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, father, stepfather, son, uncle, cousin and friend, Celestine Farrell. After a courageous battle with cancer, he died on Monday, May 22nd, 2023 at the age of 54, at the Burin Peninsula Health Centre surrounded by family. Celestine was a loving and supportive father and stepfather. He took such joy in spending quality time with his children, instilling good principles and values in them. Cel always treated everyone with such kindness and care, giving generously with everything he had, always putting others before himself. He valued education, earning several certificates in pipefitting, carpentry, and respite care. He was a strong advocate for mental health awareness, openly discussing his illness with others, helping crush the stigma associated with mental health. Cel gave generously of his time and talents. He was proud to be an active member of the Lions Club in Garnish, helping plan and coordinate many community events and fundraise for those in need. He received the Friendship Award from the Lions Club. Celestine was a very fun-loving and social person. He always knew what was happening because he stopped and talked to everyone. Cel enjoyed taking time to visit the elderly in his community, running errands for them, and just spending quality time. He ensured our family stayed connected. All of his siblings in Alberta received regular check in calls, informing us weekly about what was happening in each other's lives. We will miss those calls. Celestine is survived by his children, Adam and Olivia Farrell; his stepchildren, Leonard and Sarah Fizzard; former partner and mother of his children, Karen Fizzard; his mother Shirley Farrell (nee Farewell); sisters, Maria Clarke (Levi), Pauline Smith (Scott), Joan Lingelbach (Greg), Sharon Farrell (Noah Said), Eunice Kohlsmith (David), Gladys Farrell; brothers, John Farrell, Guy Farrell (Connie), and Greg Farrell (Lisa); aunts, Evelyn Farrell and Mary Dibbon (Richard); close personal friend Janice Tapper, and a large circle of cousins, extended family and friends. Celestine was predeceased by his father, John B. Farrell; grandparents Celestine and Angela Farrell; aunts, Gladys Farewell, Lorraine Hatch, Norma Hollett; uncles, Allan Walsh and Martin Farrell.
The Farrell Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home - Marystown on Wednesday, May 24th from 10:00am - 12:00pm, 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 7:00pm - 9:00pm and Thursday, May 25th from 10:00am - 12:00pm, 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Funeral Service will take place at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Marystown, on Friday, May 26th, 2023 at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Little Bay on Monday, May 29th at 10:00am. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

FLEMING, Dinah (nee Crews)
Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on Monday, May 22, 2023 Dinah Fleming (nee Crews) aged 80. Born in Grand Bank. Predeceased by her husband Kevin; son Derek; parents William and Beatrice; siblings Mary, Annie, Mariah, Carrie, and John Ben. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her children Michael (Karen), Michele, Douglas (Cathy), Kelly (Paul Annable); grandchildren Shaun, Ashley, Jennifer, Justin, Shannon, Nathan and Olivia; great-grandchildren Lukas, Rayna and Callie; brother Doug Crews (Glenda); sisters-in-law Joan Dowden, Diane Reardon and Debbie Fleming as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A special thank you to her niece and friend Beverly Gushue and special friend Alma Roche Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Friday, May 26, 2023 from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Service to take place from Caul's Chapel on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow.The Funeral will be live streamed from: https://vimeo.com/event/3436706  In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dinah's memory to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Foundation.

HILLIER, Jessie
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Jessie Hillier of Grand Bank announces her passing. Jessie passed away at the Blue Crest Nursing Home in Grand Bank on Thursday, May 25th, 2023, at the age of 92. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her son, Rick Hillier (Lenora) of Clarenville; daughter, Cathy Bolt (Wayne) of Grand Bank; 7 grandchildren, Mike Denty (Lori), Roxanne Burden (Wade), Natasha Hillier, Corey Hillier (Natrisha), Steve Denty, Justin Bolt (Victoria), Jessica Bolt (Adam); 10 great-grandchildren, Nathan, Kaidan, Brittany, Kayla, Kyle, Shaneil, Shalynn, Owen, Kailey, Zara; 2 great-great-grandchildren, Carter, Chelsea; sisters, Georgie Lee, Mary Cooper; sister in law, Olive Price; son in law, Norman Denty; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. Jessie was predeceased by husband, George Hillier; parents, Richard and Jane Riggs; daughter, Sharon Denty; great granddaughter, Lauryn Bolt; sister, Frances Douglas; parents in law, Ben and Ida Hillier; sisters in law, Lovey Ralph (Lance), Cora Lapstra (Mac), Carrie Rogers (Ches). brothers in law, Eli Price, Ben Lee, Llew Douglas, Carl Cooper.
The Hillier Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, 48 Marine Drive, Grand Bank, NL A0E 1W0 on Saturday, May 27th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral Service will take place at Grand Bank Salvation Army on Sunday, May 28th, 2023 at 2pm. Interment to follow at Salvation Army Cemetery. In Jessie's memory donations may be made to Salvation Army Cemetery Fund or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

McCARTHY, William
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late William McCarthy of Terrenceville announces his passing. William passed away at his home in Terrenceville on Monday, May 15th, 2023, at the age of 66. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his daughters, Nicole McCarthy (Kirk) of Terrenceville, and Julie McCarthy of Terrenceville; grandchildren, Emily Clarke (Leslie) of Alberta, Kelsey Clarke (Toby) of Terrenceville, and William Clarke of Terrenceville; great grandson, Jaxon Green; sister, Regina McCarthy (Bob) of Nova Scotia; brother, Norman McCarthy of Terrenceville; niece, Sandy Hannam of Nova Scotia; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. William was predeceased by his wife, Barbara McCarthy; parents, William & Irene McCarthy, parents-in-law, William & Julia Hickey; and great granddaughter, Sophia Green. In keeping with William's wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside service will be held at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Terrenceville at a date and time to be announced. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family"

MONK, Jeffrey Robert
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Jeffrey Robert Monk of Grand Bank announces his passing. Jeffrey passed away at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John's on Saturday, May 20th, 2023, at the age of 45. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his mother, Shirley Monk of Grand Bank; brother, Colin Monk (Shelly) of Grand Bank; aunts, Jeanette Osmond (Larry), Jane Carmichael of ON, Edwina Monk (Joe), Vera Hamilton, Daphne Jacobs, Annette Hodder (Dave), Jeanette Balsom (Ron); uncles, Allan Tapper (Ann), Glen Tapper (Bernice), Robert Tapper (Judy), Freeman Monk (Jane), Keith Monk, Gary Monk (Madeline); Special Furry Friend, Missy; plus a large circle of cousins, extended family and friends. Jeffrey was predeceased by his father, Woodrow Monk; aunt, Lorene Tapper; grandparents, Pearl & Stephen Tapper, Mae & John Monk, uncle, Eric Monk. In keeping with Jeffrey's wishes cremation will take place. As an expression of sympathy, in-lieu of flowers, donations in Jeffrey's memory may be made by e-Transfer to payments@wisemansfh.ca (please be sure to include Jeffrey's name in the message), in person or by mail c/o Wiseman's Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 548, Marystown, NL A0E 2M0. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

POWER, Joan
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Joan Power of Marystown announces her passing. Joan passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre in Burin on Wednesday, May 10th, 2023, at the age of 83. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her sons, Karl Power (Marcy) of Edmonton, AB, Derrick Power (Colleen) of Bay Bulls, Trevor Power (Angela) of Dartmouth, NS, and Troy Power (Kim) of Dartmouth, NS; daughter, Jackie Osmond (Jeff) of Edmonton, AB; grandchildren, Gary Osmond (Leeann), Natasha Norman (Wade), Kaetlyn Osmond (Justin), Dawson Power, Marissa Power (Kaleb), Brandon Power (Mariah), Cameron Power, Amber Power (Tyler), Dante Power, Teagan Power (Jordon) and Blake Power, and Leah Power; great grandchildren, Nadia, Owen, Callie, Jayden, Aliyah, Neveah, Carter, and Noah; sister, Sharon Walsh of Marystown; sisters-in-law, Margaret Spencer of Marystown, and Doreen Spencer of Burin; special nieces, Sadie Pardy (Les), Vera Dicks (Charles), and Nellie Collins (Ivan); god-daughter, Jennifer Shave (George); plus a large circle of blended family, grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives and friends. Joan was predeceased by her son, Moses Power Jr.; parents, Vincent and Maryann Spencer; brothers, Arch Spencer, Vince Spencer (Sheila) and Lee Spencer; sisters, Jean Dober (Lar), Kate Collins (Gus) and Sade Kelly (Kevin); and brother-in-law, Walter Walsh. The Power Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Marystown on Thursday, May 11th 7pm - 9pm, Friday, May 12th, 10am - 12:00 noon, 2pm - 4pm, 7pm - 9pm. Saturday, May 13th 9:30am - 11:30am. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Marystown on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Marystown. In Joan's memory, in-lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Daffodil Place. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

THORNHILL, Marilyn Jean
"A limb has fallen from our family tree that says grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, the good life I lived while I was strong". At the tender age of 62, Marilyn Jean Thornhill of Fortune left this world on May 30th, 2023 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Although small in stature, she was big in presence. She loved wholeheartedly her husband Howard, daughter Siobhan (Kiley), daughter Melissa (Phil), four grandchildren Aidan, Aaron, Alyssa and Alison, and her beloved dogs Ruby and Rudy. Always one to instigate any type of shenanigans and have a laugh, she loved a good party, a drink and a 'smoke'. She remained courageous and witty throughout her illness, determined to fight and enjoy every day she had with her family. Howard, the love of her life and devoted husband of 45 years, will miss her immensely but cherish the memories of her for his lifetime. They spent countless hours going for drives, searching for sea glass on the beaches, and barbecuing in the Oink and Doink. Howard was her voice and strength when she had none. He cared for her in every way possible during her illness with tenderness, love and compassion. Siobhan and Melissa were fortunate enough to spend the last several weeks with their mother. They spent time talking, laughing and crying with her, continuing to make as many memories as possible. They had sleep overs in the family room and took Marilyn for many rides outside in her wheelchair, aka 'the Cadillac'. They will miss her frequent calls and the terms of endearment (lol) she often called them fooling around. 'Our mother taught us everything except how to live without her'. Marilyn worked in several restaurants early in her life. She became a phenomenal cook and baker. She could often be found in the kitchen cooking up a feed for everyone or making one of her many delicious desserts or pies that her family became accustomed to. She worked hard for FPI and made many friends during her time there. When she left FPI, she completed her high school diploma and went on to complete the personal care attendant course at Keyin College. This is where she found her calling in caring for the residents at the Blue Crest Nursing home. She loved each dearly and often recalled fond memories of her time there. She was often greeted by the resident's family members when out to the store expressing gratitude for her care, patience and fun loving attitude. Leaving to mourn a large circle of family and friends, including special friend Cathy Youden. A special thanks to sisters in law Shirley Bungay and Emma Mae Strickland for all the care and love they provided to Howard, Marilyn, Siobhan and Melissa. The chats over tea with homemade treats will never be forgotten. Thank you to Tammy Stone, community health nurse for her wonderful compassion and care. Thanks to Dr. Mayo, Dr. McCarthy, nurse practitioner Jacklyn Hillier, and all the other healthcare professionals she encountered during her illness. You made her journey pain free and as easy as possible - for that we will be forever grateful. 'The Loss is Immeasurable but so is the love left behind'. In Marilyn's memory donations may be made to Blue Crest Cuddle Bed Project. Donations for the Cuddle Bed can be made at the following website https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-burin-peninsula-health-care-foundation-inc/?mprompt=1 Make sure you select Blue Crest Home - Grand Bank in the drop down box and then under add a message Cuddle Bed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Fortune "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

 

 

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