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Burin Peninsula Obituaries
September 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.

 

BAKER, Marie
It is with great sadness that the family of Marie Baker of Little Salmonier announces her passing at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre on September 3rd at the age of 83 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her loving husband Clyde; sons Chris of Little Salmonier, Rick of Fredericton, NB and Derek (Alanda) of Burin; grandchildren Brennan, Lindsay, Gavin, Madison, and Chloe.; great grandchildren Nolan and Kora; siblings Olive, Sharon, Marilyn, Harvey and Clarence; brother-in-law Albert plus a large circle of other family and friends. Predeceased by siblings Alberta, Samuel, Elizabeth, Charles, Ephraim, Daphne and Marion. Marie baker was a wonderful soul. A loving wife, amazing mother to 3 sons, the best grandmother to 5 of her grandchildren and 2 of her great grandchildren. And a huge family with 13 of her siblings. She was a person filled with so much love and kindness and would do anything for anyone and would accept you with open arms. A women surrounded with so much love from her family and friends. She will be deeply missed by many but certainly not forgotten. Family will be accepting visitors and friends Monday and Tuesday from 2-4PM and 7-9PM. Funeral Service will take place from Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Wednesday, September 6th at 2PM with interment following at Anglican Cemetery, Hodder's Point. Donation in Marie's memory may be made to Holy Trinity Anglican Cemetery Fund or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. "We listen. We learn. We walk with you."

BARRY, Rose Marie
With heavy hearts and great sadness, we announce the passing of our dear mother, Rose Marie Barry (nee Pittman), aged 75 years. Mom passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, September 8, 2023 at the Health Science Centre, St. John's. Leaving to mourn with a broken heart and a lifetime of beautiful memories, are her devoted husband of 58 years, Richard Barry; sons, John (Crystal), Mike (Vanessa), Denis (Felicia) and Joe (Mhairi); grandchildren, Leah, Jonathan (Natasha), Jack, James (Josie), Brianna (Jordan), Kersten (Wes), Emily (Sheldon), Miya (Dawson), Alyssa, Matthew, Noah and Arianna; six great-grandchildren. Also leaving to mourn are her loving brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews and many friends. Mom was pre-deceased by her beloved son, Rick; parents, Elizabeth (nee Brake) & John Pittman; parents-in-law, Bridget (nee Coady) & John Barry; and brother, Patrick Pittman.
Mom will always hold a special place in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Her unwavering dedication, love and support to our family and friends will be dearly missed. We will cherish a million wonderful memories, including sitting around the kitchen table enjoying her Sunday dinners, listening to her funny stories and, most of all, her sound advice. She was one of a kind! We offer our sincere gratitude to the doctors and nurses in the ICU at the Health Sciences Center for all their help and support. The Barry Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Homes, Marystown on Monday, September 11th, 10am - 12noon, 2pm - 4pm, 7pm - 9pm.
Funeral Service will be held at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Marystown on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at 10:00am. Cremation to follow. Inurnment to be held at a later date. In Rose's memory, donations to the family would be appreciated or flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

BENNETT, Herbert "George"
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Herbert "George" Bennett of Grand Bank announces his passing. Herbert passed away at the Dr. S. Beckley Health Centre in Grand Bank on Friday, September 8th, 2023, at the age of 67. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his wife, Mary of 30 years; daughters, Ramona Roberts (Corey) of CBS, Christine Bunting (Stewart) of Edmonton; grandchildren, Emily Roberts, Jamie Bunting, Jodie Bunting; sister, Marie Grikis (Rick); brother, Paul Bennett (Myra); niece, Melissa; nephews, Davin, Trevor; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. George was predeceased by parents, Tom & Berniece Bennett. In keeping with George's wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation and service information will be determined and posted later. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

FOOTE, Richard
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Richard Foote of Grand Bank announces his passing. Richard passed away, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023, at the age of 85. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his wife of 62 years; wife, Mae (Matthews); daughters, Donna (Al Martin) of Fortune, Debbie (John Dolimount) of Woodstock, New Brunswick, Dawn (Travis Perry) of Grand Bank; sister, Mary (Ed Skinner); grandchildren, Kaitlyn Sisk (Phillip Sisk), Courtney Matthews (Stefan Matchem), Kiah Dolimount; great grandchildren, Chase Piercey, Lincoln and Sawyer Sisk, Blair and Bailey Matchem, Jada Lynn Matthews.; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. Richard was predeceased by parents, Bernard and Mary Jane Foote; sisters, Martha Hillier, Rose Kelland; brothers, John, William and George Henry Foote; parents in-law, Stanley and Winifred Matthews; grandson, Jeffrey Matthews.
Richard was well known in and around the peninsula having ran Foote's Taxi for over 23 years. Richard was full of life and had the heart of a giant. Generous with his smile, his time and for anyone in need, no matter the circumstances. He lived for his family and was proud of all of them. Enjoying quiet reflection of a life well lived was a favourite pastime.
The Foote Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Friday, September 8th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Saturday, September 9th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Church Funeral will take place at the Salvation Army Citadel, Grand Bank on Sunday, September 10th, 2023 at 3:00 pm. As per Richard's wishes cremation will take place following the service. Inurnment to follow at a later date . In Richard's memory donations may be made to the family on behalf of two Local Groups, CYN Youth Centre and Abby & Layla's Angels Cat Rescue Inc., or flowers gratefully accepted Richard would be so happy to know the kids were taken care of and for sure he would be happy to know the cats were looked after. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

GRANDY, Vivian
Vivian Grandy (Way) Ssturday, September 2nd, 2023
. It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Vivian Grandy of Grand Bank announces her passing. Vivian passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre in Burin on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023, at the age of 94. Vivian loved life. She spent may years travelling and enjoying the world with her husband. She loved animals, especially her daughter's cats and dogs. She enjoyed listening to music and dressing up in the latest fashions. Strong willed, active, bright and talkative...Mom Grandy will be remembered and missed. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are daughters, Margot Rideout (Wayne) of Grand Bank, Terry Grandy of St. John's; 3 grandchildren, Clancy Rideout, Cassandra Rideout, Chelsea Sellers; sister, Margaret Little; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. Vivian was predeceased by husband, Stanley; parents, Simeon & Charlotte Way; sister, Phyllis Wakefield. The Grandy Family will be accepting visitors of family and close friends at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Chapel Funeral will take place at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow at United Church Cemetery, Grand Bank, NL. In Vivian's memory donations may be made to the SPCA in your location. No flowers by request of the family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Grand Bank. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

GREEN, Linda
It is with great sadness that the family of Linda Green of Burin Bay Arm announces her passing on September 2nd at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre at the age of 54 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories husband Frank; son Michael of Burin Bay; parents Emily and Freeman Collins; step daughters Tammy Hodder (Scott) of Brooks, AB and Amanda Burbridge (Kenny) of Marystown; grandchildren Alyssa, Ava, CJ, Paula, Megan, and Ryder; great grandson Elijah; brothers Rick (Emily) and Calvin plus a large circle of other family and friends. Predeceased by grandparents Raymond and Louise Collins and George and Martha Beck and grandson Terrence Mallay. Family will be accepting visitors and friends from Serenity Funeral Home, Burin at a time to be announced later. Funeral Service will take place from Serenity Chapel. Burin at a time to be announced later with cremation to follow. A private family inurnment will follow at a later date.Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin.

HARRIS, Sadie Margaret
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Sadie Margaret Harris of Grand Bank announces her passing. Sadie passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre in Burin on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, at the age of 92. Sadie was born in Groul and resettled in Grand Bank in 1955 from Great Harbour. She was married to Edward for 44 years and they had 7 children whom she loved more than anything. Sadie's faith was very important to her and she was very involved with the church. She enjoyed knitting, gardening, reading and spending time with friends and family. Since the loss of her husband 29 years ago, Sadie created a full and independent life with wonderful friendships she has made since then.
Sadie was fondly referred to as "Aunt Sadie" to many and was loved by everyone who met her. Sadie's family would like to thank her homecare workers Glenda, Marcella & Renee, Doctors and staff at Dr. S. Beckley Heath Care Center, Burin Peninsula Health Care Center and Grand Bank/Fortune Ambulance staff. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her sons, Robert (Cathy) of Grand Bank, Sid (Golda) of Corner Brook, Cecil (Joanne) of Grand Bank; daughters, Gloria ( Bob) of Mount Pearl, Stella (Carl) of Mount Pearl, Lucy (Doug) of St. John's, Colleen (Winston) of Grand Bank; 11 grandchildren, Heather, Stephen, Paul, Paula, Penny, Jodie, Mark, Emilie, Lauren, Sean, Jennifer; 18 great grandchildren; plus a large circle of relatives and friends. Sadie was predeceased by her husband, Edward; great grandsons, Matthew, Lucas; daughter in-law, Marlie; parents, Andrew & Rosanna Rose; sister, Dorothy; brother, Reuben; stepbrother, Harold. The Harris Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home, Grand Bank on Monday, September 4th, 2023 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral service will take place at St. Alban's Anglican Church, Main Street, Grand Bank, NL on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at St. Alban's Anglican Cemetery, Grand Bank, NL. In Sadie's memory donations may be made to St. Alban's Anglican Church Fund, Grand Bank, NL 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

LAVHEY, Catherine Mary
It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Catherine Mary Lavhey of Terrenceville announces her passing. Catherine passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre in Burin on Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, at the age of 85. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are her children, Theresa Ann Clarke (William), Doreen Farrell (Leo), Scott Lavhey (Janet) all of Terrenceville; grandchildren, Adrian Lavhey, Corina Clarke, Katie Clarke, Brandon Clarke, Kenny Fudge, Nikko Lavhey, Michela Lavhey, Stacey Lavhey, Nikita Farrell; great grandchildren, Kane Lavhey, Ty Clarke, Liam Clarke, Tanner Fudge, Georgia Fudge, Brody Fudge, Landon Lavhey, Ella Lavhey, Aurora Edwards and Haven Parsons; brother, George Hackett (Theresa); special thanks to her homecare workers who took such great care of her over the years, Charlene Coombs, Allicia McCleve, Kaitlyn Rideout, Kendra Skinner, Lacey McCarthy; plus a large circle of extended family and friends. Catherine was predeceased by her husband, Henry Lavhey; her son, Henry Lavhey Jr; granddaughter Peggy Ann Clarke; great granddaughter Sophia Lavhey; her parents, John and Mary Hackett; father-in-law, James Lavhey Sr. The Lavhey Family will be accepting visitors at Wiseman's Funeral Home in Marystown on Tuesday, September 5th, 2023 from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Catherine's Funeral service will also take place at Wiseman's Funeral Home in Marystown on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 at 2:00 pm. In keeping with Catherine's wishes, cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman's Funeral Homes - Marystown. "Our Family Serving Your Family" www.wisemansfh.ca

MAY, Matilda
It is with great sadness that the family of Matilda May of Garnish announce her passing at Blue Crest Nursing Home, Grand Bank on September 1st at the age of 89 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her sisters Gertie Walters and Alma Myles; brother-in-law Frank; sisters-in-law Edith, Rowena, Blanche and Melita and very special friends Enos May and Elaine Grandy; many nieces and nephews plus a large circle of other family and friends. Predeceased by husband Charles, brother Arch, Uriah and Gordon, sister Francis and special niece Edna May. Family will be accepting visitors on Saturday, September 2nd from 2-4PM and 7-9PM at Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. Funeral Service will take place from Serenity Chapel on Sunday at 3:30 PM with interment following at Anglican Cemetery, Garnish. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Giles Anglican Church Cemetery Fund, Garnish. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin. "We listen. We learn. We walk with you.

McCARTHY, Maurice Joseph
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of a dear Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend, Maurice Joseph McCarthy of Terrenceville. Maurice passed away at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre, Burin on Saturday, September 9th, 2023, at the age of 90. Maurice was predeceased by his parents, Patrick John & Bridget Ellen; beloved wife, Adela; sons, Michael and Pat; daughter-in-law, Helena; sister, Mary Jane; four step-sisters, two sisters-in-law. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his daughters, Mary (Ray), Jenny (Charles), Frances (Mike), Madonna (Kevin), Cathy (Edward) and Joan (Andy); sons, Maurice Jr, Albert, Kevin, Jimmy and Pierce (Verna); special friends, Jimmy Hartson, Billy Hickey, Jerry Collier and Walt Frost; plus a large circle of family and friends. Maurice was known as a hard working man who provided a lifetime of giving and never expected anything in return. His kind heart grew bigger with the people who knew him. He was a man of steel and fought to the bitter end. The family would like to send a huge thanks to the doctors and nurses at the Burin Peninsula Health Care Centre who took special care of our Dad. Your compassion and kindness will never be forgotten. God Bless you all. The McCarthy Family will be accepting visitors at Peninsula Funeral Home, Creston South on Monday, September 11th, 1:00pm to 7:00pm. Funeral Service will take place at Peninsula Funeral Home, Creston South on Tuesday, September 12th, 2023 at 1:00pm. Interment to follow at St. Joseph's RC Cemetery, Terrenceville. In Maurice's memory, in-lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Peninsula Funeral Home. "Serving Families with Dignity and Compassion" www.peninsulafh.ca

VATERS, Gerard
It is with great sadness the family of Gerard Vaters announce his passing at his US Memorial Hospital, St. Lawrence surrounded by his loving family at the age of 77 years. Leaving to mourn with precious memories wife Patricia; daughter Laura Miller (Rod) of Rushoon; sons Kevin (Kimberly) of Rushoon, Donald (Paula) of Marystown, Douglas (Roxanne) of Rushoon; grandchildren Trevor (Hayley), Rebecca (Trevor), Dennis (Julie), Jenna, Joshua ( Nicole); great grandchildren Benjamin & Luke; brothers Aloysius (Loretta) & Joseph and many nieces and nephews; plus a large circle of other family and friends.
Gerard was active outdoors man who taught his children the love of the outdoors, hunting, boating, skidooing. He instilled the value and importance of hard work, preservation and determination within his family. All three of his sons followed his footsteps and became pipefitters while his daughter is not only a dedicated health care worker, she spent endless hours caring for him during the end stage of his illness and her commitment was unwavering.
Gerard was a hard worker who spent most of his work life as a pipefitter at the shipyard and Cowhead. He also spent time in the air forces which he loved to share stories of his experiences while working away. He developed many friendships over the years and whenever the surname Vaters is mentioned, people often ask "Do you know to Gerd Vaters?". People knew him far and wide. He enjoyed his old time country favorites such as Johnny Cash, George Jones and Waylon Jennings. He could pick a tune to any old time classic and was a talented guitar player. He was also quite good at the accordion. A skill he later passed down to his grandsons. He will be remembered for the positive things he passed on to his family. Predeceased by parents Madeline & Aloysius Vaters, brother Celestine, parents-in-laws Thomas & Lillian along with all the predeceased members of the Hann and Vaters families.
In Keeping with Gerard wishes cremation has taken place. A private family funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. The family of Gerard Vaters gratefully acknowledges special thanks to US Memorial Hospital to the Nurses & Staff, Father Cosmos & Serenity Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Serenity Funeral Home, Burin.

 

 

Page contributed by Harold Grandy

Page Revised by Ivy F. Benoit (Monday September 11, 2023)

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