Friday, March 1, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

PIKE, Vera
80 Georgia Drive, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Vera Pike announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at the age of 80 years. She will be sadly missed by her two sons: Dave Pike of Gillams, John (Shirley) Pike of Stephenville; three daughters: Beryl (Vince) Simon of Ontario, Frances (Oswald) Tilley of St. John's, Joyce (Joe) Kelly of Marystown; daughter-in-law, Helen Pike of St. John's; one sister, Joyce (Ted) Pygall of England; 18 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; special friend Ruby and Len Ryan and family of Stephenville as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John in 1994, her son Leonard in 1997 and daughter-in-law Flora Pike in 2000. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, March 2^nd at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers accepted or donations to the Lung Association would be greatly appreciated.

Saturday, March 2, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

BENNETT, Maude Frances
St. Paul's
April 14^th, 1938 - February 26^th, 2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maude Frances Bennett announce her passing on Tuesday, February 26^th, 2002 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Prince Edward Island in her 63^rd year. She will be sadly missed by her loving children: Roslyn (Warren), Lenas (Samanda), Zelda (Willie) and Lyle (Bonnie); ten grandchildren. Her mother Rebecca Bennett; four sisters: Daisy, Vera (Rendell), Marie (Kevin), Linda (Peter), and one brother Felix. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Maurice, father Freeman and sister Rose. Visitation will take place from the Holy Spirit Parish in St. Paul's today, Friday and Saturday where also Funeral Mass will take place on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

MUDGE, Sylvia
Corner Brook
Formerly of Norris Point
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sylvia Mudge announce her passing at her family residence on Thursday, February 28, 2002 at the age of 87. She will be sadly missed by sons John with whom she resided, and Nelson (Sylvia) of New Glasgow. Daughter-in-law Jean of Corner Brook, three grandchildren: Terry, Todd and Sandra. Sister Vivian (Robert) Butler of Kelligrews and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by husband Henry, two sons Roland and Howard, brother William and her parents Jack and Clara (Humber) Hopkins. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home on Saturday, March 2, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. There will be a service at Country Haven Funeral Home on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will also take place at The Church of the Good Shepherd in Norris Point on Monday, March 4, 2002 from 12 - 1 p.m. Funeral services will take place at 2:00 p.m. Monday with Rev. John Olson officiating. Interment in the Church Cemetery. Family flowers only donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500.

HICKEY, Nathaniel A.
Frenchman's Cove, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nathaniel Hickey announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, February 28^th, 2002 at the age of 70 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: his wife Rosannah, four daughters: Roberta Pottle (Shawn), Barbara (Paul Blanchard), Marion Evoy (Floyd), and Lorena Pike (Frank); grandchildren: Angela, Nicole, Joanna, Tawnya, Tawsha, Paul, Natalie Rose, Frankie and Devon; one brother James (Sylvia) Hickey; four sisters: Gertrude McCarthy, Mary McCarthy (Robert), Monica Lauretig (Johnny), Dorothy Companion (Ross); brothers and sisters-in-law: Mildred, Vera and Myra Hickey, Bill McDonald (Alice), Rebecca Lampshire and Fabian McDonald, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents James and Maryanne Hickey, brothers Martin, Jack, George and Leo. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Saturday evening from 7-9:00 p.m., and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, March 4^th, at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea, Benoit's Cove, Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital.

BIRTHS

MARTIN
The much anticipated and highly awaited birth of our daughter Katelyn Rose happened on February 2, 2002, at 2:54 a.m. at the Health Science Centre in St. John's. She came into this world weighing 7 lb. 8 ounces and is the apple of her parents Ralph and Melita Martin of Mount Pearl eye. Congratulations comes from her sister Jennifer and brother Jason, all relatives and friends and especially from grandparents Stedman & Effie Brophy of Daniel's Harbour, and Thomas and Florence Martin of Lamaline.

LAYDEN
Carl and Pamela (nee Fiander) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first child, Logan Ryan, January 13, 2002, at 5:46 p.m. weighing 6 lb. 14 oz. at the Health Science Centre, St. John's. Proud grandparents are Nanny Pat Layden of Pennfield, NB, and Poppy Marvin Layden in heaven, Nannie Jean Fiander of Corner Brook and Grampa William Fiander in heaven. Thanks to the doctors and nurses at WHC and Janeway NICU. Special thanks to Daddy for all his love and support.

FUDGE
Jessica and Jeff Fudge are pleased to announce the birth of their son Matthew Jesse Thomas on January 8, 2002 weighing 9 lb. 7 oz. The proud grandparents are Tom and Nina Neil of Irishtown and Clarence and Loretta Fudge of Ramea.

ENGAGEMENT

HOUSE / YETMAN
Con and Doreen House of Corner Brook are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Michael to Marsha Yetman daughter of Ron and Wanda Yetman of Grand Falls-Windsor. Engagement took place December 25, 2001. Wedding is planned for July 2003. Love and best wishes from family and friends.

ANDREWS / GENNEAUX
Lewis and Susie Andrews are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Bradley to Cindy Genneaux daughter of Vincent and Olive Genneaux of Port aux Choix. An August 31, 2002 wedding is planned. Best wishes for a lifetime of happiness from family and friends.

Monday, March 4, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

DRAKE, Michael William (Billy)
Waterford Hospital, St. John's, NF (Formerly of St. George's, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Billy Drake announce his passing on Thursday, February 28, 2002 at the Waterford Hospital, St. John's at the age of 55 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his brothers: Colin (Vivian), St. George's, Gerard (Diane), Kitchener, ON, Wayne, Eric (Verna), Fort McMurray, Al; sisters: Avis Bennett (Jerome), Hilda Alexander (Terry), Stephenville Crossing, Jerrianne Bennett (James), Kitchener, ON, Barb Collett (Kevin), Denise Peddle (Jack), PEI, Debbie, Marmora, ON and Ann Lawson (Jerry), Savanna, Georgia. He is predeceased by his parents William and Lucy, and brothers Walter, Max and Billy. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 4 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, St. George's, Fr. Aidan Devine officiating, interment to follow at the RC cemetery, Courthouse Road. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

NOFTALL, Yvonne Blanche (nee Croucher)
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Yvonne Noftall announce her passing on Saturday, March 2, 2002 St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, St. John's at the age of 68 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her husband Joseph (Duke); two daughters: Genny Colbourne (Ted), and Pam French, Corner Brook; four precious grandchildren: Kristofer, Kendra, Kayla and Keisha. Six brothers: Clyde, Toronto, Jerry (Doris), Ottawa, Wayne (Darlene), Toronto, Pierce (Cathy), St. John's, Tony (Daisy), and Eugene, Vancouver; sisters: Marjorie (Eric) Goudie, Grand Falls-Windsor, Floss Flynn, Corner Brook, Shirley (Ivor) Pinksen, St. John's, and Judy Harrison, Toronto; brothers and sisters-in-law: John Noftall, British Columbia, Joanie Pugh, Edmonton, and Madeline Fitzgerald, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents Frederick and Pearl Croucher, and brothers Guy and Jim. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Tuesday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 6 at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mount Bernard Avenue, interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Centre, Western Region.

MARCHE, Emily Mary
Red Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Emily Mary Marche announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Saturday, March 2, 2002 at the age of 69 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Howard and three sons: Roy (Barb) Marche of Red Brook, Alexander Marche and Lloyd Marche, both of Calgary; six daughters: Joanne (Claude) LePage of Abraham's Cove, Norma Marche, Jerona Hewitt, Esmerilda Hogan, all of Calgary, Sylvia (Mike) Smith of Arizona, Nancy (Mike) Woods of Calgary; six brothers: Paul Benoit, Sylvester Benoit, Leonard Benoit, Hillary Benoit, Conrad Benoit, Aiden Benoit; four sisters: Leona Chaisson, Rose Young, Yvonne Benoit, Mary Robia and twelve grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Amelia Benoit and her brother, Lodvick Benoit. Friends may call at Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George on Monday, March 4. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, March 5 at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Kidney Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

MCEACHERN, John Joseph
Pasadena, NF (Formerly of Highlands, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John McEachern announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, March 1, 2002 at the age of 83 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife Amelia (nee Collier); five children: Kevin (Shelley), David (Laurie), Alberta, Betty, Joan, and Marg (Brian), all residing in Ontario. 15 precious grandchildren and five special great-grandchildren; sisters: Mary and Kay (Stan); brothers: Don (Gert), Nick (Mary) and Joe, as well as many other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Richard and Elizabeth McEachern, brothers Walter and Alec. Visitation took place on Sunday evening from the Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, Pasadena, from where funeral services will be held on Monday, March 4, at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Fr. John Peddle, cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador Branch, P. O. Box 7342, St. John's, NF A1E 3Y5. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

MCEACHERN, John Joseph
Pasadena, NF (Formerly of Highlands, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John McEachern announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, March 1, 2002 at the age of 83 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife Amelia (nee Collier); five children: Kevin (Shelley), David (Laurie), Alberta, Betty, Joan, and Marg (Brian), all residing in Ontario. 15 precious grandchildren and five special great-grandchildren; sisters: Mary and Kay (Stan); brothers: Don (Gert), Nick (Mary) and Joe, as well as many other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Richard and Elizabeth McEachern, brothers Walter and Alec. Visitation took place on Sunday evening from the Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, Pasadena, from where funeral services will be held on Monday, March 4, at 2:00 p.m. officiated by Fr. John Peddle, cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador Branch, P. O. Box 7342, St. John's, NF A1E 3Y5. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

Tuesday, March 5, 2002, edition of The Western Star

No announcements in today's newspaper

Wednesday, March 6, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

BRINSON, Peter Roland Sr.
Passed peacefully away on Monday, March 4, 2002 at the Palliative Care Unit at St. Clare's Hospital, Peter Roland Brinson Sr., age 68 years, of Seal Cove, son of the late Jesse and Eva (Coles) Brinson of Carmenville. Leaving to mourn loving wife Elizabeth (Osmond); daughters: Sandy Drover (Terry), Deer Lake, Lori Brinson, Toronto, Dale Cluney (Lester), Toronto, Roxanne Haynes, Toronto and Kimberly Brinson, Grand Prairie; sons: Peter Jr. (Kimberly French), St. John's and Landen (Sarah Ross) Topsail; fifteen grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; sister: Mary Caravan (Max), Deer Lake; also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Family will be receiving visitors at their residence at 1490 Seal Cove, between the hours of 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. A memorial service will be held at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Kelligrews at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John's.

Thursday, March 7, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

CROCKER, Mildred Eliza
Trout River, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mildred Eliza Crocker announce her passing on Tuesday, March 5^th, 2002 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point at the age of 90 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons: Ingram, Trout River, Hubert (Carol), Ontario and Allan, Trout River; daughter Janet (Guy) Crocker, Trout River; six grandchildren: Mildred Wellon (Ron Perrier), Huena (Terry) Buckle, Christina (Danny) Dalley, Dwayne Crocker (Robyn Parsons), Carla Crocker (Dean Bemister) and Roxanne (Rick) Wilton; nine great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Isaac Crocker and sisters-in-law: Leah Brake and Sophie Brake. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon, 1986, parents Hubert and Annie, daughters: Lowetta, 1945 and Nora Crocker Oct. 22^nd, 2001, son-in-law Rex Crocker, sister Florence, brothers: Sidian, Tom, Cecil, Ambrose and Eric, step-brother Hubert Duval. Visitation will take place today from the Anglican Church in Trout River, from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, March 8^th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Canon David Pearce officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake 635-3572.

SWEETLAND, Harold
Passed peacefully away at Golden Heights Manor, Bonavista on Tuesday March 5, 2002, Harold Sweetland aged 82 years, predeceased by wife Sue 1994 and his brother Cyril 1997. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories two sons: Alex (Eileen) Clarenville and Fred (Shirley) Corner Brook; four grandchildren: Sheri-Lynne, Lori, Paul and Mark; brother Charles (Helen) Stephenville; sister-in-law Frances at Bonavista, Eric Durdle, a very close friend of the family and a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Strathies Funeral Home in Bonavista. Funeral service from Christ Church in Bonavista at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 8, 2002. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.

Friday, March 8, 2002, edition of The Western Star

No announcements in today's newspaper

Saturday, March 9, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

SWEETLAND, Harold
Passed peacefully away at Golden Heights Manor, Bonavista on Tuesday March 5, 2002, Harold Sweetland aged 82 years, predeceased by wife Sue 1994 and his brother Cyril 1997. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories two sons: Alex (Eileen) Clarenville and Fred (Shirley) Corner Brook; four grandchildren: Sheri-Lynne, Lori, Paul and Mark; brother Charles (Helen) Stephenville; sister-in-law Frances at Bonavista, Eric Durdle, a very close friend of the family and a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Strathies Funeral Home in Bonavista. Funeral service from Christ Church in Bonavista at 9:30 a.m. Friday March 8, 2002. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.

ROSE, Margaret R.
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Rose announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday March 8, 2002 in her 62^nd year. She is survived by her husband of 45 years John; two daughters: Joanne (Darren) Fillier of Smithers BC and Vicki (Bruce) Russell of Corner Brook; two grandchildren: Kevin Fillier and Jessica Russell; sisters: Elsie Corcoran of St. Mary's, Ethel (Max) Preston of Corner Brook, Edna (John) Corcoran of St. Mary's, Marian (Eugene) Strickland of Lark Harbour; brother-in-law Richard Delaney of Corner Brook; sister-in-law Rose Barrett of York Harbour; mother-in-law Lilly Rose of Corner Brook; sister-in-law Elsie (Fred) Colbourne of Corner Brook, Bessie (Mick) Callahan of Toronto; brother-in-law Chesley (Jocelyn) Rose of Steady Brook and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth Barrett; brothers Roy and Jack; sister Alice; brother-in-law Simon Corcoran; sister-in-law Louise Barrett and father-in-law Chesley Rose. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday March 9, 2002 from 7-9 and Sunday March 10, 2002 from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral services will take place on Monday March 11, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael's Anglican Church with Rev. Glenn Small and Rev. Ken Penney officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road 634-2500.

RANDELL, Hayward
Pasadena, NF
1937-2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hayward Randell announce his passing on Friday, March 8, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 65 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife Valda; 4 children: Barry Francis Randell (Tina), Hayward Brian Randell (Kim Anne), Joseph Donald Randell (Patsy Darlene), Tracey Lynn Randell (Harvey Seaward); grandchildren: Brian Joseph (B.J.), Terry Francis, Jessica Julia, Jennifer Lynn, BrookLynn Kathlene, Tyler Albert, Jesse Glen, Jeremy Kane, Jodie-Lee, Thomas John (T.J.); brothers: Timothy Randell (Naomi), Reubin Randell (Nellie); sister Minnie Randell; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his brothers: Charles Randell, Pleaman Randell, Jerry Randell, sister Emily. The family will be receiving friends at the Humber Valley United Church, Pasadena, Saturday from 7-9 p.m., Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. followed by the funeral service Monday, March 11^th at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Vera Abbott officiating. The interment will be held at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home Ltd.

ELLIOTT, Gerald George
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerald Elliott announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on March 7, 2002 in his 85^th year. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Lillian, son Gerald (Irene) and daughter Paula (Dennis). Three granddaughters: Andrea, Denise and Angela. Brother Doug and a number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Elam and Eliza, and a sister Marguerite. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday, March 9, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place from the Chapel on Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Adams officiating. No flowers by request donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Western Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road 634-2500.

BIRTH

HICKEY
Patrick and Abigail are excited and pleased to announce the safe arrival of their baby sister Paige Shirley on February 1, 2002 at WMRH weighing 6 lb. Proud parents are Patrick & Barbara Ann. Proud grandparents are Bud & Mabel Dunphy, Brenda Hickey, and Harve & Maureen MacDonald. Special thanks to Dr. Ivo Smrz, Alva Brake, and the staff of the Caseroom and Obstetrics.

ENGAGEMENT

JONES - LYVER
Dave and Doreen Jones of Curling are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Lori-Lynn to Collin son of Fred and Diane Lyver of Benoit's Cove. Their engagement took place October 22, 2001. The wedding is August 10, 2002.

GILLAM - POPE
Mr. and Mrs. Brian J. C. Gillam of Corner Brook, announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Louise to Stephen Gregory, son of Joanne Parsons of St. John's and Wayne Pope of Durrell. A September 21^st, 2002 wedding is planned.

MCDONALD - MARRA
Ronald and Margaret McDonald formerly of Deer Lake announce the engagement of their daughter Terri-Lynn Margaret to Romeo Marra son of Salvatore and the late Claire Marra of Ontario. The engagement took place Christmas Day. Wedding will take place April 2003 in Toronto, Ontario.

YOUNG - CROWLEY
William & Linda Young of Deer Lake are pleased to announce the engagement of their son Dean to Tanya, daughter of Grayson & Ella Crowley of Riverview, NB. An August wedding is planned. Congratulations & Best Wishes from us all.

SHEPPARD - LOVELL
Eli and Agnes Sheppard of Kippens wish to announce the engagement of their daughter Jennifer to Andrew Lovell on Dec. 24, 2001. Andrew is the son of Keith and Beverly Lovell of Fredericton, NB. Wedding date is set for June 29, 2002. Love and best wishes from Mom and Dad and sister Suzanne.

MILLEY - LUSCOMBE
Congratulations to Stacey Milley and Lee Luscombe on their engagement which took place on November 23, 2001. Stacey is the daughter of Patsy Milley of Corner Brook and Walter Milley of St. John's. Lee is the son of Larry and Nancy Luscombe of Corner Brook. An August 2003 wedding is being planned.

Monday, March 11, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

CIZ, Stephen Michael
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away suddenly, after a lengthy illness on Saturday, March 9^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, STEPHEN MICHAEL CIZ at the age of 50. He will be sadly missed by his wife Janice; children: Stephanie, Michael and Darren; parents CDR, RCN Michael & Glenora Ciz, Bridgewater, NS; brothers: Kevin Ciz (Anne), Bridgewater, NS; sister Ruthanne Ciz, Shelbourne, NS; mother-in-law: Emma Blades; brother-in-law: Harry Blades; 2 aunts: Olga Webb (Bill), Anne Telasky; 2 uncles: Matody Ciz (Barbara), George Nickerson (Mavis); special friend Shirley Norris; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 12 at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Father Gordon Grace officiating; cremation to follow. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Ave. Monday from 2-4 & 7-9. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation (Dialysis Unit), P. O. Box 2005, Corner Brook, NF A2H 6J7.

PENNELL, Bertram Asher
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Bertram A. Pennell in his 73^rd year. He will be sadly missed by his son Frederick, Midland, Ontario, daughters: Linda (Roy Vokey), Deer Lake, Rhonda (Don Bezushko); grandchildren: Cindy, Bobbie-Ann, Nancy, Jordan, Glen, Brent and Crystal; great-grandchildren: Daniel, Ryelee; daughter-in-law Paula Pennell; sister, Vida (Ronald) Pike, St. David's; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his step father Ronald Lohnes, mother Bertha Lohnes. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 13^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Mary's Anglican Church, Curling Street. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Monday from 8-9 p.m., Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation, P. O. Box 2005, Corner Brook, NF A2H 6J7.

Tuesday, March 12, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

PRITCHETT, Hilda Treffenia (nee Rice)
Deer Lake
February 5^th, 1943 - March 9^th, 2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hilda Treffenia Pritchett announce her passing on Saturday, March 9^th, 2002 in her 59^th year. She will be sadly missed by her two sons: Ricky (Roxie) Pritchett of Gander and Chesley (Loretta) of St. John's; ten grandchildren: Shannon, Justin, Brian, Sean, Brandon, Chanelle, Sarah, Courtney, Brittany and C.J.; three great-grandchildren; her sisters: Betty (Leonard) Payne, Beatrice (Doug) Stuckless, Minnie (Steadman) Mercer, Maxine (Willie) Tremblett, Rose Rice, Darlene (Davis) Wheeler, Helen (Richard) Lewyln, June (Donny) May, Eva (Wallace) Bates, her step-sister Rita (Leslie) Coles; one brother, Dave (Rose) Rice; aunt Rebecca Saunders; Pat & Art Madore and Sandy Pritchett; special friends: Arlene Young, Jenny Francis, Donna Davis, Robert Ball, Brian Snow, Bonita & Lloyd Lush. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur Pritchett, her parents, one brother and one sister. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel in Deer Lake with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

PENNELL, Bertram Asher
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully on Sunday, March 10, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Bertram A. Pennell in his 73^rd year. He will be sadly missed by his son Frederick, Midland, Ontario, daughters: Linda (Roy Vokey), Deer Lake, Rhonda (Don Bezushko); grandchildren: Cindy, Bobbie-Ann, Nancy, Jordan, Glen, Brent and Crystal; great-grandchildren: Daniel, Ryelee; daughter-in-law Paula Pennell; sister, Vida (Ronald) Pike, St. David's; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his step father Ronald Lohnes, mother Bertha Lohnes. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 13^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Mary's Anglican Church, Curling Street. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Monday from 8-9 p.m., Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation, P. O. Box 2005, Corner Brook, NF A2H 6J7.

Wednesday, March 13, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

REX, Robert C.
Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, St. John's on Monday, March 11, 2002, Robert Rex, aged 68 years. Predeceased by his father, Harry Rex and sister, Helen Jones. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife, Shirley (nee French); daughter Cathy Rex (husband, Ricardo Cumming) of St. John's; sons: Michael (wife Rose) of Kingston, Nova Scotia and Paul (wife Mireya) of Vancouver, BC; beloved grandchildren: Marc and Michele Rex of Kingston, Nova Scotia. Also leaving to mourn his mother, Anna Rex; brother Jerry Rex (wife Jean); sisters: Joan Jones (husband Keith) and Sister Kathleen Rex PBVM; nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John's on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 14, 2002 from St. Pius X Parish at 9:45 a.m. with interment to follow at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

FRENCH, Bruce Robert
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bruce French announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at the age of 45. He is survived by three sisters Louise (Graham) Ardley of Curling, Rosalind of Corner Brook and Pauline (William) Haselhuhm of Lake Bay Washington, USA. Two brothers Lionel (Marg) of Whitby, Ontario and Edward of Corner Brook. Aunt Louise (Agustus) Badcock of Bay Roberts, Uncle William (Susie) French of Corner Brook and Uncle Willis (Maureen) French of York Harbour. Several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Olive French and a brother Taylor in infancy. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday March 13, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Adams officiating. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit of the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500.

CORNECT, Gordon Gregory
Cape St. George
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Gregory Cornect announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Monday, March 11, 2002 at the age of 81 years. He will be sadly missed by his three sons: Stewart (Patricia) Cornect of Cape St. George, Brian (Roxanne) Cornect of Stephenville, Barry (Laurie Ann) Cornect of Cape St. George; three daughters: Pam Cornect (Quentin Jesso) of Cape St. George, Linda (Rocky) Claveau of Cape St. George, Leita (Roy) Benoit of Marches Point; six brothers: Robert, Junior, Maurice, Don, Roddie, Leonard; three sisters: Marina, Claudia, Riza; seven grandchildren: Graham, Barry Jr., Tyler, Adara, Kristin, Rejean, Jonathon and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Nina Cornect on April 29, 1995 and his sister, Hilda Humphries and his brother, Jerry Cornect. Friends may call at Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George on Wednesday, starting at 6:00 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Thursday, March 14^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George. Cremation Service will take place after the Funeral Service on Thursday at Russell's Funeral Crematorium. Interment will take place in the spring at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home and Crematorium, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.
(Note from Helen Whiffen: # 971546 - Royal Artillery WW2)

MATTHEWS, Doris Marie
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre, St. John's, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, March 11, Doris Marie Matthews, aged 83 years. Leaving to mourn husband Bill, daughters: Shirley (Bill) White, Fredericton, Yvonne (George) King, Corner Brook, Judy (Tom) Strong, St. John's; grandchildren: Brad (Judy) White, Darren (Debra) White, Christine White, Brian (Darla) King, Lori (Doug) Piercey, Maria King, Laura Strong, Matthew Strong and Karen Nell; great-grandchildren: Nathan King and Ainsleigh Piercey; brother Tom (Nina) Rowsell, Springdale and sister Blanche (Cyril) Vey, Toronto; brother-in-law Ches (Helen) Milley, Montreal, sisters-in-law Jean Rowsell, Rattling Brook, Marjorie (Clarence) Jackman, Corner Brook, Audrey (Peter) Nell, St. John's and a large number of nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by brother Elmo Rowsell and sister Louise (George) Taylor. Resting at Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue. Visitation on Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Thursday March 14, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at First United Church, Park Street at 2 p.m. Friday, March 15. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or the First United Church, Park Street.

GALLANT, Clarence Sr.
Piccadilly, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of Clarence Gallant announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at the age of 73. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife, Jean Gallant; eight children: Allan (Viola) of Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Susan (Gerry) Aylward of St. Lawrence, Terry (Louise) of St. John's, Louise (Pierre) Lepaix of Marystown, Andrew (Lena), Mike (Carolyn) both of Mt. Pearl, Clarence Jr. (Joyce) of Stephenville, Ann Flynn of Wolfville, Nova Scotia; two brothers: Martin and Lawrence Gallant both of Stephenville; two sisters: Bertha Madore and Jenitta MacNeil also of Stephenville; thirteen precious grandchildren, as well a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son, Danny; brothers: Walter and Willie; sisters: Rita, Elizabeth and Littie. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 25 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville beginning Tuesday 7-9 p.m., Wednesday 2-4 p.m. Remainder of visitation will take place at Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Church, Piccadilly on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning from where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 14 at 2:00 p.m., Father Patry officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville.

Thursday, March 14, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

MATTHEWS, Doris Marie
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre, St. John's, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, March 11, Doris Marie Matthews, aged 83 years. Leaving to mourn husband Bill, daughters: Shirley (Bill) White, Fredericton, Yvonne (George) King, Corner Brook, Judy (Tom) Strong, St. John's; grandchildren: Brad (Judy) White, Darren (Debra) White, Christine White, Brian (Darla) King, Lori (Doug) Piercey, Maria King, Laura Strong, Matthew Strong and Karen Nell; great-grandchildren: Nathan King and Ainsleigh Piercey; brother Tom (Nina) Rowsell, Springdale and sister Blanche (Cyril) Vey, Toronto; brother-in-law Ches (Helen) Milley, Montreal, sisters-in-law Jean Rowsell, Rattling Brook, Marjorie (Clarence) Jackman, Corner Brook, Audrey (Peter) Nell, St. John's and a large number of nephews, nieces and friends. Predeceased by brother Elmo Rowsell and sister Louise (George) Taylor. Resting at Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue. Visitation on Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Thursday March 14, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at First United Church, Park Street at 2 p.m. Friday, March 15. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or the First United Church, Park Street.

PAYNE, Bernard
Formerly of Cow Head, NF, has passed away at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto on Monday, March 11, 2002, in his 82^nd year. Bernard Payne has left to mourn, his wife Jean (Strange); daughter Sandra and her husband Garret Kerry; sons: David and his wife Cheryl and Gary and his wife Diane. Proud and loving grandfather of Michelle, Laura, Jennifer, Michael, Kimberly, Erin and Ashley. Survived by his two sisters Doiley of Sudbury, ON and Grace of Rocky Harbour, NF and four brothers Dan of Corner Brook, NF, Earl and Roy of Cow Head, NF and Reg of Edmonton, AB. Friends may call at Trull Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 1111 Danforth Avenue, Toronto (one block east of Donlands subway) on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the Chapel on Friday at 1:30 p.m. Interment Pine Hills Cemetery. In memory of Bernard, the family would gratefully appreciate donations to St. Michael's Hospital - "Coronary Care Unit".

Friday, March 15, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

SPARKES, James
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Thursday, March 14^th, 2002 at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, James Sparkes in his 89^th year. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mitchie, daughter Sheila Anderson, Toronto; sons: Wendell (Jacqueline), Ottawa, Hardy (Ann), Springdale, Brian (Clare) and Daryl (Linda), Corner Brook; grandchildren: Leah Sparkes, Susan Sparkes, Kristina Sparkes, Adam (Laura) Sparkes, Jason (Jennifer) Sparkes, Andrew (Renee) Sparkes, Stephen Sparkes and friend Shauna Wells, Brian Sparkes, Tracee Stepehnson, Jamie Sparkes, Colin Sparkes; two great-grandchildren: Hannah Sparkes and Joey Sparkes; sister Frances Dove. He will be greatly missed by all. He was predeceased by his son Eric Sparkes in 1980. The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 16^th at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street Reverend John Adams officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital, P. O. Box 2004, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J7.

Saturday, March 16, 2002, edition of The Western Star

ENGAGEMENT

ROBERTSON - AVERY
Tom & Glenice Robertson of Corner Brook are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Stephanie Ann to Dwayne Clyde Avery son of Clyde & Linda Avery also of Corner Brook. An August 2002 Wedding is planned.

NEWMAN - WHITE
Joseph and Sophie Newman of Gillams are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Lynn Maria to Mark Dwayne, son of Gerald and Patricia White of Pasadena. A July 2003 Wedding is Planned.

CHILDS / GILBERT
Jean & Garland Childs and Mary and Doug Gilbert are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Jeff and Patti. The engagement took place on Dec. 25, 2001. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

BIRTHS

IT'S A BOY (in the announcement, it's not clear what the child's surname is)
Congratulations to Tanya and Jason on the birth of their son Caleb Basil Monty, born on January 24, 2002 at WMRH. Proud grandparents are Monty and Mitzi Murley of Mt. Moriah and Chester and Jane Brake of Benoit's Cove. Great-grandparents are William and Margaret Hussey, Mt. Moriah and Cecilia Gallant and the late Stephen Gallant, Benoit's Cove.

PURCELL - PILGRIM
Aaron is very excited to announce the safe arrival of his baby brother Ryan Michael on December 22, 2001 at WMRH weighing 7 lb. 15 oz. Proud parents are Dana and Colin from Massey Drive. Proud grandparents are Joe and Pat Purcell from Labrador City and Bruce and Gertie Pilgrim from St. Anthony. Special thanks to Dr. Robert Young and the staff of the caseroom and obstetrics.

DEATHS

SPARKES, James
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Thursday, March 14^th, 2002 at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, James Sparkes in his 89^th year. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mitchie, daughter Sheila Anderson, Toronto; sons: Wendell (Jacqueline), Ottawa, Hardy (Ann), Springdale, Brian (Clare) and Daryl (Linda), Corner Brook; grandchildren: Leah Sparkes, Susan Sparkes, Kristina Sparkes, Adam (Laura) Sparkes, Jason (Jennifer) Sparkes, Andrew (Renee) Sparkes, Stephen Sparkes and friend Shauna Wells, Brian Sparkes, Tracee Stepehnson, Jamie Sparkes, Colin Sparkes; two great-grandchildren: Hannah Sparkes and Joey Sparkes; sister Frances Dove. He will be greatly missed by all. He was predeceased by his son Eric Sparkes in 1980. The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 16^th at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street Reverend John Adams officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital, P. O. Box 2004, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J7.

BOURGEOIS, Cecil
Port au Port West
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Cecil Bourgeois announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Friday, March 15, 2002 at the age of 60 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Margaret and one son, Cory Bourgeois of Fort McMurray, Alberta; three brothers: Edward (Mary) Bourgeois of Kippens, Hughie (Sheila) Bourgeois of Stephenville, Howard (Nancy) Bourgeois of Winterhouses; three sisters: Yvonne Rose of Stephenville, Margaret Annis of Stephenville and Bella Penney of Robinsons; special nephew, Gary Bourgeois of Stephenville and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Martin and Annie Bourgeois. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Monday at Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Port au Port West starting at 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Monday, March 18^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Port au Port West with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East.

COOPER, Bruce
Deer Lake, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bruce Cooper announce his passing on Friday, March 15^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 77 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his twin brother Milton, Corner Brook, brother Carl (Mary), Deer Lake; sisters: Muriel (Maxwell) Cole, Daisy (Clarke) Hillier, Lillian Hutchings and Evelyn Ball, all of Deer Lake; sister-in-law Harriet Cooper, Deer Lake. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Caroline, brothers Herbert and Ward, brothers-in-law: Amador Chaulk, William Ball and Stanley Hutchings, sister-in-law Winnie Cooper and special nephew David Ball. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 17^th at 2:30 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Deer Lake with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery, High Street. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake today from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations may be made to the David C. Ball Memorial Fund, c/o The Salvation Army Church.

Monday, March 18, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

TAPPER, Leslie
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Leslie Tapper announce his passing at his residence on Friday, March 15, 2002 at the age of 83 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Margaret; one son, Nelson of Corner Brook; one brother, Willis of Topsail and one sister, Ethel of Topsail and three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son, Ron in 1986. Visitation took place on Monday, March 18th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville with Interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville.

HAWKINS, Pancratius (Chris)
Stephenville Crossing, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Chris Hawkins announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Sunday, March 17^th, 2002 at the age of 77 years. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are four sisters: Mamie Young, Blanche Swyers, Bernadette Hynes, and Margaret (Eve) Lucas; two brothers: William (Madonna) and Simon (Philomena), all residing in Stephenville Crossing, as well as his special friend Rosanna O'Quinn, many nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. He is predeceased by his parents Agatha and Andrew Hawkins and sister Agatha Walsh. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 19^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, Stephenville Crossing, interment to follow at the RC cemetery, Brook Street. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, West Street on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

BURDEN, Gordon Hughie Robert
Reidville
Sept. 25^th, 1941 - Mar. 16^th, 2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Hughie Robert Burden announce his passing on Saturday, March 16^th, 2002 at the W.M.R. Hospital in his 60^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Gloria (nee Hiscock). One son, Rick (Sharon) of Reidville, Three daughters: Bonnie (Shawn) Janes of Reidville, Della (Bond) Drover of Deer Lake and Trixie (Gerald) Ford of Reidville. Twelve grandchildren: Damain Burden, Daren Burden, Brandy Ford, Breannah Ford, Jodi Drover, James Drover, Natasha Janes, Dawn Janes, Tamara Janes, Skye Burden, Jessica Lynn Burden and Joshua Burden. Four sisters: Pat (Sydney) Roberts of Woody Point, Glad Moores of Brampton, Ontario, Mary (Role) Pittman of Norris Point and Ella Burden of Woody Point. One brother Charlie (Marigold) Burden of Woody Point. His sister-in-law Nellie Burden of Norris Point. His Mother & Father-in-law Lorne & Mary Hiscock. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Joshua & Patience Burden and his brothers, Clarence (Dick), Hemma and Roland. Visitation took place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place today, Monday at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul's United Church with Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot of Wight's Rd. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

MARTIN, Annie Matilda
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Annie Martin announce her passing at the Interfaith Home on Saturday, March 16, 2002 at the age of 82. She is survived by her husband Roy. Daughters: Gloria (Ivan) Manuel of Oxford, Nova Scotia, Beverley (Weldon) Wheeler of Corner Brook, Judy (Milton) Sheppard of Corner Brook, Geraldine Martin of Halifax, and Peggy (Robert) Lundrigan of Halifax. 12 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Brother Maxwell (Lena) Anderson of Corner Brook. She was predeceased by sisters Violet Langdon and Cedilla Mosher. Brother William Anderson. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd. on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place at First United Church on Monday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Adams officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd., 634-2500.

LAWRENCE, Malcolm Raymond
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away Saturday, March 16^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Malcolm Raymond Lawrence at the age of 74. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his loving wife Edith of 54 years, three sisters: Verna Miller, Corner Brook, Annie Smith, Irishtown and Ruth Ridolfo (Albert), Toronto; sister-in-law, Myrtle (William) Pelley, Pasadena, as well as a very large circle of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and many friends. He is predeceased by his brothers Eric, Chester, Archibald, Everett and George, and sister Corrina Hayter. The funeral service will be held on Monday, March 18^th at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Reverend Percy Coffin officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. Friends visited Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and on Monday morning from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Saints Anglican Church Fund.

FITZGERALD, William Arthur
Benoit's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William (Bill) Fitzgerald announce his passing at Benoit's Cove on Sunday, March 17, 2002 at the age of 61. He is survived by his wife Celine. Four daughters: Lisa Tucker, Janie Fitzgerald both of Curling, Eileen (Doug) Ledrew of Alberta and Deanna Childs of Lark Harbour. Brothers: Clifford, Joe, Tom, Robert, Michael, and Angus. Sisters: Christene, Alice, Leona, Charlotte, Blanche, Stella, Peggy, Mary, Melvina, and Bernice. 7 grandchildren, and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Eunice Fitzgerald. Brother Benjamin. Sisters: Emma, Ella, Eliza, and Agnes. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home on Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place at Our Lady of the Sea Roman Catholic Church in Benoit's Cove on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. with Father Buckle officiating. Interment at the Church cemetery. Family flowers only, donations can be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd., 634-2500.

GILLINGHAM, Rose
Pollards Point
Oct. 3^rd, 1937 - Mar. 13^th, 2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rose Gillingham announce her passing on Wednesday, March 13^th, 2002 in her 64^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Raymond. Her children: Melvin (Jocelyn) of Gander, Marvin (Bernice) of Pollards Point, Janette (Leonard) Pilgram of St. Anthony, Brada (Gary) Ricketts, Raymond Jr. (Vivian) of Fort McMurray, Bonnie (David) Schesnuk of Winnipeg, Bruce (Susanne) of Gander, Donna (Calvin) Thomas of Fort McMurray and Donella (Clyde) Thomas of Winnipeg. Her grandchildren: Victoria, Amanda, Lynette, Marlon (Lorrie), Mandy, Teya, Nicholas, Krista, Kayla, Matthew, Shane, Dylan, Deanna, Gillian and Ryan. One great-grandson Cameron. Her mother Margaret Pittman of Jackson's Arm, mother-in-law Bessie Gillingham of Pollards Point. Her brothers & sisters: Cyril (Theresa), Hubert, Alonzo (Ann) all of Jackson's Arm, Alma (Harold) Pittman of Harbour Deep, Jessie Pittman of Jackson's Arm, Edna Pittman of New Brunswick and Daphne (Scott) Pinksen of St. Anthony. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father James Pittman, brother Gilbert Pittman and father-in-law Job Gillingham. Visitation took place from the Pentecostal Church in Sops Arm on Friday where also Funeral Services took place on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Roberts officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

Tuesday, March 19, 2002, edition of The Western Star

no announcements in today's newspaper

Wednesday, March 20, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

JANES, Kathleen Cedella
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kathleen Janes announce her passing at her family residence on Sunday, March 17^th, 2002 at the age of 58 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her four daughters: Jackie, Charlene, Carolann (Gordon) and Tracy; six grandchildren: Brooklynn, Raylene, Brandon, Cameron, Shannon and Liam; four brothers: David, Richard, Eddy and George; three sisters: Mildred, Barbara and Lorraine, as well as other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by two sons: Shawn and Dean, parents George and Annie Stone and brother Ben. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 21^st at 10:00 a.m. from St. Mary's Anglican Church, Rev. King officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

JENNIX, Sarah Jane
It is with great sadness the family of the late Sarah Jane Jennix, announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 18, 2002, in her 77^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Isabel (Joseph) Palumbo, Orlando, Florida, Cora Bowman, Kansas, Irene Stimatze, Kansas, Junior, Ontario, Robert (Monique), Ontario, David (Brenda), Ontario and John Jr., Corner Brook; 30 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three brothers: Eddie, William and Tom Craig and one sister Eileen of Northern Ireland. She was predeceased by her husband John, June 15, 2000. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 22^nd at 2:00 p.m. from St. Mary's Anglican Church, Curling, Rev. Edward King officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

WALLE, Edward Gilbert
Scarborough, ON
Passed away suddenly on March 2, 2002 at his home in Scarborough, ON, Edward Gilbert Walle, at the age of 59 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mabel, son Geoffery, daughters Deanne and Darlene and granddaughter Terri-Lynn all of Scarborough, ON; sisters: Edna Wells (Joseph), Hare Bay, Shirley Locke (Donald), Corner Brook and Lucy Dumont (Donald), Stephenville and one brother Sandy (Dora) Scarborough, ON and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Andrew and Winnie Wall and brother Phillip Wall. Funeral services were held at the Salvation Army Corps in Lewisporte, NF by Major L. George on March 6, 2002 with interment at The Salvation Army Cemetery in Lewisporte.

BENNETT, Freeman Michael
Flat Bay
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Freeman Michael Bennett announce his passing at his residence in Flat Bay on Monday, March 18, 2002 at the age of 37 years. He will be sadly missed by his mother, Loretta Bennett of Flat Bay and his six sisters: Brenda (Mrs. Michael Bennett) of Stephenville Crossing, Lillian (Mrs. Wilfred Bennett) of Ontario, Matilda Foster of LaScie, Monica (Mrs. Andy Bennett) of Ontario, Alvera Gale of Ontario, Della Bennett of LaScie; five brothers: Ambrose (Mary) of Stephenville, Darold of Edmonton, Alberta, Gilbert (Marjorie) of Flat Bay, Rodney (Sharon) of Flat Bay, Bradley (Marina) of Flat Bay and he also leaves to mourn his girlfriend Nicole King of Flat Bay along with a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Leonard Bennett and his sisters, Vonita and Jacqueline and his brother Geoffrey. Friends may call at St. Anne's Roman Catholic Church in Flat Bay on Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral services will take place on Friday, March 22^nd at 10:00 a.m. with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Flat Bay. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, Station Road, Stephenville Crossing.

Thursday, March 21, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

COLBOURNE, Francis John
Hampden
August 28^th, 1930 - March 19^th, 2002
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Francis John Colbourne announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, March 19^th, 2002, in his 71st year. He will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted wife Adelaide (nee Pynn); his four sons: Clyde of Corner Brook, Ed of Scarborough, ON, Gary and his wife Sharon of Alma, ON and Dennis of Scarborough, ON; his one daughter Faye Colbourne of Cambridge, ON; his grandchildren: Gary-Joe, Shannon and Lindy; his three sisters: Gladys (Bert) Dailey of George's Lake, Mrs. Edith Bartlett of Deer Lake, Mrs. Stella Warren of Hampden; his sister-in-law Mrs. Adelaide Colbourne of Hampden; numerous special nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The family would also like to extend a special thank-you to Prescott and Maude Regular and Wilfred Jenkins for all that they have done for our family. He was predeceased by his parents: Edwin and Violet Colbourne; his brother George; his stepbrother Richard Parsons; his sisters: Rachel Oram, Deborah Starks, Elizabeth Roberts and Dorothy Young. He also leaves to mourn a large circle of relatives and friends. The family will be receiving family and friends today, Thursday March 21^st, 2002 from the Salvation Army Citadel in Hampden. Where also the funeral service will take place on Friday, March 22^nd at 2:00 p.m. with Capts. Reid officiating, with the interment to follow at the Salvation Army Section of the Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nfld. Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

KENNEDY, Jane Margaret
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jane Margaret Kennedy announce her peaceful passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 20, 2002, in her 88^th year. She leaves to mourn with warm and loving memories three daughters: Marie, Joan and Marjorie (Peter) of Corner Brook; four sons: Anthony (Dianne), Joseph (Barbara), Dennis (Barbara) of Corner Brook, and Edward (Marilyn) of St. John, NB; fourteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; two brothers Dennis of Gander and Jerome of Toronto. She was predeceased by her husband Bernard and two sons Cyril and James. Visitation will take place at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook, on Thursday, March 21, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place at All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Corner Brook, on Friday, March 22, at 10:30 a.m., Father Gordon Grace officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Patricia Chapel and Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Bursary Fund of Immaculate Heart of Mary School, Humber Road, Corner Brook.

LUCAS, Lucy
Stephenville Crossing, NF
Passed away on Tuesday, March 19^th, 2002 at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Mrs. Lucy Lucas of Stephenville Crossing at the age of 67 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is her husband Reginald; three sons: Jim, at home in Stephenville Crossing, Paul, Stephenville Crossing and Gerald and his wife Sylvia of Fairview, Alberta; daughter Irene Barnes and her husband Wayne of Edmonton, Alberta; grandchildren: Clayton and Rachel; two sisters: Agnes Hynes, Woodbourne, NY and Theresa Spurvey of Fox Harbour; brothers-in-law: Eve and Bert Lucas, Stephenville Crossing; sisters-in-law: Rita McKay, Stephenville Crossing, Kathleen Fowler, California, Veronica Beck, Burlington, ON, Marina Lesotski, Montana, as well as special niece Anne Connock, other nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents: Jim and Emma Kelly; brother Jack Kelly and sister Betty Lucas. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 22^nd, at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, with interment to follow at the church cemetery on Brook Street. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 and Friday morning from 10-12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

Friday, March 22, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

WELLS, Noble
Cox's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Noble Wells announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at the age of 63. He is survived by his sons: Rodney (Marina) of Cox's Cove, Kirby of Cambridge; daughter Donna (Claude) Coates of Eddy's Cove East; three granddaughters: Jennifer, Judy and Nicki and a grandson Austin; special friend Marie Hoyles of Corner Brook; special nephews: Lewis and Bradley Payne; brothers: Lloyd, Neville and Eric; sisters: Verna, Nina, Katherine, Beatrice and Sylvia; several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Virginia and a brother Wilbur. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home on Friday 2-4 and at St. Nicholas Anglican Church, Cox's Cove on Friday, March 22, 2002 beginning at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from where funeral services will take place at 3:00 p.m. Sunday. Interment at the church cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd. 634-2500.

DURDLE, Paula Joan
West Bay Centre, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Paula Durdle announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Thursday, March 21^st, 2002 at the age of 52 years. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories is her husband David; children: Laura Anderson (John), West Bay, Tommy Petherick (Nancy), ON, Kristy Petherick (Colin), Bennett Lourdes, Angela Durdle, David Durdle and Elizabeth Durdle, West Bay Centre; grandchildren: Dawson, Sebastian and Autumn; stepfather Alex Gilmour; brothers and sisters: Patricia Fowler (Dave), Ajax, Joseph Borg (Terry), Vancouver, Connie Metcalf (Larry), Thunder Bay, Veronica Borg, Vancouver, Theresa Borg, Etobicoke; sisters and brothers-in-law: Melvin and Mary Locklyn, Gallants, Gladys Durdle, Piccadilly, Vina Durdle, Port au Port, Jeanette Revell, Brampton, ON, father-in-law Garfield Locklyn, Kippens, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Angelina Gilmour and Joseph Borg. Visitation will take place from Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10-12 noon, from where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 23^rd, at 2:00 p.m., Fr. Simon officiating. Interment to follow at Tea Cove Road, West Bay Centre. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville.

Saturday, March 23, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

BENNETT (BENOIT), Merrill Augustus
Stephenville Crossing, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Merrill Bennett announce his passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre on Thursday, March 21^st, 2002 in his 87^th year. Merrill will be profoundly missed by his loving sons: Terrance (Marsha), Shelby Township, Michigan, Leslie, Kentville, NS, William, Stephenville Crossing, Alphonse (Ramona), Stephenville; daughters: Lorraine (Gerry) Downey, Stephenville Crossing, Nora (Mike) Orndoff, Baltimore, Maryland, Anna Lee, Stephenville, Marion (Courtney) Nelma, Flat Bay, Laura Bennett, Stephenville Crossing; sister: Vivian Young (Bernard), Fort McMurray, AB. Merrill was grandfather to 18 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren, and uncle to a great group of nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife Martina, grandson John Lee, parents William J. Benoit and Julia A. Benoit, three brothers, James, Bernard and Lawrence. Family will be receiving friends at Fillatre's Funeral Home on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., with Funeral Mass to take place on Monday, March 25^th, at 10 a.m. from the Church of the Assumption, Stephenville Crossing with the interment to follow at the family plot. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.
In God's Holy Keeping

BAILEY, Annie M.
Pasadena, NF
Passed peacefully away surrounded by her family at the Dr. J. I. O'Connell Centre on Thursday, March 21, 2002 Annie Bailey at the age of 80. She will be sadly missed by her 7 children: Robert Bailey (Beatrice), Gerald Bailey (Mary), George Bailey (Joanne), Malcolm Bailey (Betty), Ann Borden (Bernard), Alice Kennedy (Joe), Betty Pennell (Albert); daughter-in-law Linda Bailey; 23 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers: Arthur Callahan (Lois), Clarence Callahan (Clara); and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Benjamin Bailey, July 1990 and her son Charles William Bailey, July 2000. A service of celebration and thanksgiving for her Godly life will be held Sunday, March 24^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Third Avenue, Pasadena, Captain Irving Angel officiating, followed by the interment at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit The Salvation Army Citadel Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Salvation Army Citadel, Pasadena. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

BAILEY, Bessie Myra
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bessie Bailey announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 20, 2002 at the age of 77. She is survived by a son Brian of England; two daughters: Geri of Vancouver, Marilyn (Vince) Cave of Corner Brook with whom she resided, two precious granddaughters Andrea and Cassandra Cave. Sisters Emily Bailey of Corner Brook, Marion Simms of St. Anthony, Geraldine (Bruce) Hicks of Corner Brook, brother-in-law Eric (Joyce) Bailey of Corner Brook, sisters-in-law: Elizabeth (Allan) Rowe of Corner Brook, Ella (Lewis) Major and Ruby Rowsell, both of Toronto. A large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband William, parents James and Olive Herritt. In-laws Edward and Annie Bailey, and sister Margaret George. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place at All Saints Anglican Church on Sunday, March 24, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Percy Coffin officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association or The V.O.N. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500.

BIRTHS

(KENNEDY) COSTELLO
IT'S A BOY
Kaitlin is very proud to announce the arrival of her baby brother, Cameron Ian who was born on February 5^th, 2002 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital weighing 10 lb. 2 oz. Proud parents are Darrell and Colleen Costello of Pasadena. Thank you to Dr. Hamann and the nurses from the caseroom and obstetrics for Cameron's safe arrival.

ENGAGEMENT

CARAVAN / YOUNG
Crystal Caravan and Mark Young would like to announce their engagement, which took place on December 12, 2001. Crystal is the daughter of Verna (Carl) Frost and the late Jamie (Lois) Caravan. Mark is the son of Rosalind Young (George Gallant) and the late William Young. Congratulations and best wishes come from many family and friends.

BOLAND / HYNES
Thomas and Lucy Boland of Corner Brook are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Ronald to Carolyn, daughter of Richard and Bernice Hynes of Stag Harbour, Fogo Island. The wedding will take place in the summer of 2002. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

Monday, March 25, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

SPURRELL, Rodney
Curling
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rodney Spurrell announce his peaceful passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, March 23, 2002 at the age of 21. He is survived by his parents Tony & Daphne, a sister Laura (Richard) and a special niece Emma, Grandmother Melita (John) Higgins, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by maternal grandparents Wilson and Margaret Peddle, paternal grandfather Joseph Spurrell, Uncle Walter Mitchell and cousin Cindy Peddle. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Monday, March 25, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral services will take place from St. Mary's Anglican Church in Curling on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. King officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Family flowers only. Memorial donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Children's Wish Foundation, or charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500.

MCCARTHY / FITZGERALD, Celine
Benoit's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Celine McCarthy announce her passing at her residence on Saturday, March 23, 2002 at the age of 72. She is survived by her stepdaughter Lisa Tucker of Curling. Step-brother Clarence Cantwell of St. John's, sisters-in-law: Christine, Alice, Charlotte, Mary, Leona, Blanche, Stella, Tina and Bernice. Brothers-in-law Clifford, Joe, Tom, Robert, Michael and Angus. A large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband William Fitzgerald, her parents Felix and Anita McCarthy. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road Monday, March 25, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral services will take place at Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, Benoit's Cove on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Buckle officiating. Interment in Benoit's Cove Cemetery. Memorial donations can be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500.

BAILEY, Annie M.
Pasadena, NF
Passed peacefully away surrounded by her family at the Dr. J. I. O'Connell Centre on Thursday, March 21, 2002 Annie Bailey at the age of 80. She will be sadly missed by her 7 children: Robert Bailey (Beatrice), Gerald Bailey (Mary), George Bailey (Joanne), Malcolm Bailey (Betty), Ann Borden (Bernard), Alice Kennedy (Joe), Betty Pennell (Albert); daughter-in-law Linda Bailey; 23 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers: Arthur Callahan (Lois), Clarence Callahan (Clara); and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Benjamin Bailey, July 1990 and her son Charles William Bailey, July 2000. A service of celebration and thanksgiving for her Godly life will be held MONDAY, MARCH 25TH AT 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Third Avenue, Pasadena, Captain Irving Angel officiating, followed by the interment at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit The Salvation Army Citadel Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Salvation Army Citadel, Pasadena. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

Tuesday, March 26, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

PEDDLE, Katherine Jane
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Katherine Peddle announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 25, 2002 at the age of 78. She is survived by two sons: Gary (Donna), and Carl (Mona). Six daughters: Pauline (Don) Ash, Cynthia Parsons, Glennis (Harold) Keats, Gloria (Wayne) Kennedy, Sylvia (Harold) Clarke all of Corner Brook, Diane (Robert) Larson of Angus, Ontario. Twelve grandchildren: Harold, Kathy, Jamie, Corey, Paul, Patti, Terry, Jennifer, Chad, Craig, Angie, and Crystal. Six great-grandchildren. A sister Pearl Hodder and brother Hayward (Mildred) Martin. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Hubert, brothers: John, and Martin and her parents Joseph and Anora Martin (Jacobs) of Trinity Bay. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday March 26, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral services will take place at St. Michael's Anglican Church on Wednesday March 27, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Small officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to St. Michael's All Angles Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road 634-2500.

SPARKES, Mitchie Marjorie
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Monday, March 25^th, 2002 at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, Mitchie Marjorie Sparkes, in her 87^th year. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Sheila Anderson, Toronto; sons: Wendell (Jacqueline), Ottawa, Hardy (Ann) Springdale, Brian (Clare) and Daryl (Linda), Corner Brook; grandchildren: Leah Sparkes, Susan Sparkes, Kristina Sparkes, Adam (Laura) Sparkes, Jason (Jennifer) Sparkes, Andrew (Renee) Sparkes, Stephen Sparkes and friend Shauna Wells, Brian Sparkes, Tracee Stephenson, Jamie Sparkes, Colin Sparkes; two great-grandchildren: Hannah Sparkes and Joey Sparkes. She was predeceased by her husband James Sparkes, March 14^th, 2002, son Eric, October 10, 1980 and son-in-law Chesley Anderson, March 25, 1989. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 27^th at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street, Reverend John Adams officiating, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, 86 West Street, P. O. Box 914, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J2.

PICCO, Myra E.
Passed peacefully away after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family at the Health Science Center, St. John's on Monday, March 25, 2002, Myra Picco (nee Hynes), aged 67 years. Predeceased by her parents William and Elizabeth Hynes and sister Doreen Browne. Leaving to mourn her living husband of 47 years, James (J.J.); beloved children: Gary, St. John's, Cathy McDonald (Ken), Toronto, Donna Burt (Carl), St. John's, Lori Churchill (Paul), St. John's; cherished grandchildren: Marshall and Angela Picco, Christopher, Megan and Nicole Burt and Katie Churchill. Also leaving to mourn her sister Norma Hynes; brother-in-law Edward Browne; other brothers and sisters-in-law of Picco Family; nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John's on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Liturgy to take place on Thursday, March 28, 2002 at 9:45 a.m. from St. Pius X Parish, St. John's. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation.

HOLLETT, Herbert Nelson
On March 24, 2002, at the age of 85, Herbert Nelson Hollett, surrounded by his loving family, passed peacefully away at the Northern Lights Continuing Unit in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Left with fond memories are his devoted wife of 51 years, Effie; daughters: Linda (Bryant) Parsons, Fort McMurray, AB; Helen (Keith) Watson, Lloyd Minster, AB and son Lloyd (Sandy) Hollett, Pasadena, NF; grandchildren: Roxanne, Steven, Heather, Paul, Jason, Matthew, Kelly and Adam; great-grandchildren: Jillian, Joshua, Davyn, Alex, Kaitlyn and Hailey; sister Viola and brother-in-law Frank Dicks, Little Harbour, NF; as well as many other relatives and friends. Also predeceased by his granddaughter Dianne in 1988. Funeral will take place at All Saints Anglican Church in Fort McMurray at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, 2002. Interment to follow at the Abasand Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the All Saints Anglican Church. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Robert Anderson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Northern Lights Continuing Care Unit, 7 Hospital Street, Fort McMurray, Alberta, T9H 1P2.

JACOBS, Claude A.
Deer Lake, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Claude A. Jacobs announce his passing on Sunday, March 24^th, 2002 at the Waterford Hospital in St. John's at the age of 66 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories Brothers: Wilfred (Irene), South Brook, Donald (Clarice), Roddickton, Llewlyn (Mona), Carmenville, Harold (Joyce), Deer Lake, Winston (Marion), Oakwood, ON, Calvin (Carol), Goose Bay, Murray (Mary-Ann), Azilda, ON, McKinley (Lorraine), Richmond Hill, ON, Ellis (Joanne), Chapleau, ON. Sisters: Helen (Lorenzo) Pittman, Stephenville, Edna Jacobs, Reidville, Rudy (Wilfred) Fillier, Reidville, Hilda (Obed) Canning, Kitchener, ON. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father James (1962), mother Violet (2000) and brother Ross (1977). There will be a private family service from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake with Pastor Terry Snow officiating. Interment to follow at the Pentecostal cemetery, Wight's Road. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Canada, P. O. Box 2568 Station C, St. John's, NF, A1C 6K1. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake.

WILLETTE, Edith (nee Blanchard)
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edith Willette announce her passing at the Health Science Centre in St. John's on Saturday, March 23, 2002 in her 65^th year. She leaves to mourn her husband, Gus of Stephenville; three children: Paul (Andrée) of Stephenville, Edith of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Michelle (Wade Gillard) of St. John's; three grandchildren: Christopher and Megan Willette, Anna Gillard. Also leaving to mourn her four sisters: Loretta Hogge (Joseph) of Tampa, Gladys Rodriguez (Jim) of Houston, Rosemary Burden (Gus) of Brampton and Linda Blanchard of Woody Point and eight nieces and nephews: Monika, David, Sean, Amber, Caroline, Jim, Kathy and Michael; one great nephew Jordan; one great niece Mia and a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Wednesday, March 27^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, March 28^th at 11:00 a.m. from St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital would be greatly appreciated.

Wednesday, March 27, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

WILLETTE, Edith (nee Blanchard)
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edith Willette announce her passing at the Health Science Centre in St. John's on Saturday, March 23, 2002 in her 65^th year. She leaves to mourn her husband, Gus of Stephenville; three children: Paul (Andrée) of Stephenville, Edith of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Michelle (Wade Gillard) of St. John's; three grandchildren: Christopher and Megan Willette, Anna Gillard. Also leaving to mourn her four sisters: Loretta Hogge (Joseph) of Tampa, Gladys Rodriguez (Jim) of Houston, Rosemary Burden (Gus) of Brampton and Linda Blanchard of Woody Point and eight nieces and nephews: Monika, David, Sean, Amber, Caroline, Jim, Kathy and Michael; one great nephew Jordan; one great niece Mia and a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Wednesday, March 27^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, March 28^th at 11:00 a.m. from St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital would be greatly appreciated.

RUMBOLT, Rita
Port au Choix
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rita Rumbolt announce her passing at Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders on Tuesday, March 26, 2002. She was in her 88^th year. Leaving to mourn daughters: Jean, Port au Choix, Imelda (Kurt) Frenzel Camden, New York, Bernice, Richmond BC, Sheila (Rene) Billard, Corner Brook, Linda (Ken) Holthusen, Brishane Australia, Alena (Chris) Heward, Vernon BC, Clarice, Vernon BC; sons: Martin, Dean (Dolores), Port au Choix, Daniel (Betty), Stephenville; 31 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and a large circle of other relatives and friends. she was predeceased by her husband Austin April 2001, daughter-in-law Margaret 1998. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port au Choix on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service will take place from St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church, Father Terry officiating. Interment to follow at the Interfaith Cemetery, Sandy Cove. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port au Choix.

PEDDLE, Katherine Jane
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Katherine Peddle announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 25, 2002 at the age of 78. She is survived by two sons: Gary (Donna), and Carl (Mona). Six daughters: Pauline (Don) Ash, Cynthia Parsons, Glennis (Harold) Keats, Gloria (Wayne) Kennedy, Sylvia (Harold) Clarke all of Corner Brook, Diane (Robert) Larson of Angus, Ontario. Twelve grandchildren: Harold, Kathy, Jamie, Corey, Paul, Patti, Terry, Jennifer, Chad, Craig, Angie, and Crystal. Six great-grandchildren. A sister Pearl Hodder and brother Hayward (Mildred) Martin. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Hubert, brothers: John, and Martin and her parents Joseph and Anora Martin (Jacobs) of Trinity Bay. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday March 26, 2002 between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral services will take place at St. Michael's Anglican Church on Wednesday March 27, 2002 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Small officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to St. Michael's All Angles Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road 634-2500.

YOUNG, Lawrence
Sheaves Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lawrence Young announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Tuesday, March 26, 2002 at the age of 68 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Annie and five sons: Ivan Young (Tina Jesso) of Marches Point, Jeffrey (Myra) Young of Abraham's Cove, Cletus Young of Kippens, Lawrence Young Jr. of St. John's, Randy Young of Sheaves Cove; two daughters: Riza (Ricky) Tourout of Piccadilly, Nora (Dale) Robinson of Cox's Cove; his mother Mary Cecilia Young of Ship Cove; four brothers: Hector (Geraldine) Young of Sheaves Cove, Michael (Maude) Young of Port au Port, James (Lorraine) Young of Stephenville, Leo Young of Ship Cove; one sister Maisie Jesso of Cape St. George; 16 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Anthony Young and his sister, Geraldine Jesso and brother, Wallace Young. Friends may call at St. Joseph's Chapel in Sheaves Cove on Wednesday. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, March 28^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Joseph's Chapel in Sheaves Cove with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Sheaves Cove. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

REID, Madge Augusta
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Madge Reid announce her peaceful passing on Monday, March 25^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 79 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is her husband Walter; children: Alan (Lillian), Corner Brook, Kevin (Elizabeth), Niagara Falls, ON, Edith (Emrys) Bishop, Cambridge, ON and Donna (Jim) Humber, Pasadena; ten grandchildren: Craig, Mike, Krista, Scott, Reid, Mark, Shelley, Tanya, Colin and Katie; five great-grandchildren: David, Jacob, Beth, Brittany and Zachary; brothers: George (Clarissa) Hiscock, Conception Bay South, Jack (Eileen) Caines, Corner Brook; sisters: Gwen Reid, Gander, Elizabeth (Harold) Hippern, Bedford, NS, Mildred Rose, Hermitage and Marina Dunn, Arab, Alabama, as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her brothers Austin and Robert. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 28^th, at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street, Rev. Percy Coffin officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request, donations may be made to All Saints Anglican Church Organ Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

SPARKES, Mitchie Marjorie
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Monday, March 25^th, 2002 at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, Mitchie Marjorie Sparkes, in her 87^th year. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Sheila Anderson, Toronto; sons: Wendell (Jacqueline), Ottawa, Hardy (Ann) Springdale, Brian (Clare) and Daryl (Linda), Corner Brook; grandchildren: Leah Sparkes, Susan Sparkes, Kristina Sparkes, Adam (Laura) Sparkes, Jason (Jennifer) Sparkes, Andrew (Renee) Sparkes, Stephen Sparkes and friend Shauna Wells, Brian Sparkes, Tracee Stephenson, Jamie Sparkes, Colin Sparkes; two great-grandchildren: Hannah Sparkes and Joey Sparkes. She was predeceased by her husband James Sparkes, March 14^th, 2002, son Eric, October 10, 1980 and son-in-law Chesley Anderson, March 25, 1989. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 27^th at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street, Reverend John Adams officiating, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, 86 West Street, P. O. Box 914, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J2.

Thursday, March 28, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

CHRISTOPHER, Frederick Leo
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frederick Christopher announce his passing on Wednesday, March 27^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 70 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife: Florence; two daughters: Valerie Boland (John), Curling, Juanita Brake (Bert), Corner Brook; five sons: Blaine (Betty), Corner Brook, Darryl (Agnes) Coquitlam, BC, Tyler, Corner Brook, Jordan (Sandy), St. John's, and Fred (Tanis) Curling. Eight grandchildren: Jennifer and Christopher Boland, Aaron and Alicia Christopher, Adam and David Brake, Ryan and Taylor Christopher; one great-grandchild; brothers and sisters: Dermot Christopher (Christina), Toronto, Mona Urbenz (Mike), Ed (Louise), Malcolm (Gloria), Thelma Dunphy and Betty Payne (George), all residing in Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Frederick and Evelyn, and sister Juanita. Cremation has taken place. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. A service of remembrance will be held on Saturday, March 30^th, at 10:00 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mt. Bernard Avenue, Fr. Gale officiating. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request, donations in memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, NF and LAB Branch, P. O. Box 7342, St. John's, NF, A1E 3Y5. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

Friday, March 29, 2002, edition of The Western Star

In observance of Good Friday, The Western Star did not publish a newspaper today and all offices were closed.

Saturday, March 30, 2002, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

DURNFORD, Donald R.
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27^th, 2002, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Donald Durnford at the age of 47 years. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Ann (nee Harvey), mother Mrs. Nina Durnford, Corner Brook; three sisters: Rebecca (David Parsons), Fort McMurray, AB, Laura, Kitchener, ON, and Eleanor, Nova Scotia; four brothers: Roland, Alberta, John and companion Hellen, Corner Brook, Sam and his wife Margaret, Corner Brook; David and companion Pam, Kitchener, ON; mother-in-law Mrs. Elizabeth Harvey; brothers-in-law: Tommy (Marilyn), Junior (Debbie), Vince (Tina); sisters-in-law: Rosie (Ben), Mary (Phil), Eileen (Dana), Doreen, Norma (Dean), Marilyn (Gary), Joy (Jason), Susie (Alan), as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his father John, two brothers Calvin and Stanley, father-in-law Leander Harvey, brother-in-law Wayne Harvey. Friends visited Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Thursday evening from 7-9:00 p.m., and on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held today, Saturday, March 30^th, at 2:00 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral, Main Street, The Very Rev. Lorne Gosse officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations in his memory may be made to the family.

LEGGE, Margaret
St. David's, NF (Formerly of Port aux Basques)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Legge announce her sudden passing on Friday, March 29^th, 2002 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, at the age of 46. She will be sadly missed by her 4 children: Cynthia, Terry, Jonathan and Devin; 2 sisters: Genevieve Innes (Brian), Paula Druin; brother Merrill Dimonix; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Annie & Kevin Pike and 2 brothers. The funeral service will be held Monday, April 1^st at 2:00 p.m. from St. James Anglican Church, Port aux Basques, followed by the interment at the church cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port aux Basques Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted, or memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Centre, Western Region, P. O. Box 2005, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J7.

SNOW, Frank Everett
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frank Snow announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, March 29^th, 2002 in his 68^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted wife Amy (nee McKay); five daughters: Verna (Bill) Simms, Maxine Snow (friend, Andrew), Brenda (Paul) Griffin, Catherine (Mike) Legge and Beverley (Mark) LaCosta; special cousin, Dave McKay Jr.; eight grandchildren: Beth and Rebecca Simms, Jonathan and Lindsay Griffin, April, Stephanie and Amber Legge, and Gregory LaCosta; five brothers: Austin Snow, Gander, Harold (Elizabeth), Bernard (Linda), Calvin (Glenis) and Maurice (Peggy) Moyles, all residing in Lewisporte; sisters: Marion Laite, Ruby (Earl) Brown, Daisy Tucker, Lewisporte, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by parents Frederick Snow and Claudia Moyles and sister Rita Snow. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and on Sunday morning from 10-12 noon. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 31^st at 3:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street, Rev. Percy Coffin officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request, donations may be made to All Saints Church Building Fund, The Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

BRUCE, Henrietta
Passed peacefully away at the Agnes Pratt Home, St. John's, on Thursday, March 28, 2002, Henrietta Bruce, age 82 years. Predeceased by her husband, Leo, 1991. Leaving to mourn her son John Bruce; grandchildren: Megan and Robert, as well as many other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 1^th, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church, Stephenville.