Saturday, September 1, 2001

DEATHS

GENGE, Dora
Anchor Point, NF
Passed peacefully away at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on Tuesday August 28, 2001 at 2:15 a.m. in the presence of her children Dora Genge, in her 86th year. Leaving to mourn six sons: Ross, Baxter (Eliza), Noah (Laura), Selwyn (Brenda), Dean (Palma), residing at Anchor Point, Hubert (Miriam) Fort McMurray Alberta; five daughters: Elva (Angus) Genge Flowers Cove, Virginia (George) Coombs Plum Point, Marie (Ches) Gilliam, Cindy (Larry) Fortune Corner Brook, Winnie (Arch) Peyton Kippens. Twenty-five grandchildren, thirty-six great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She also leaves to mourn two sisters Hannah and Gladys Genge of Anchor Point and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Gordon, granddaughters Brada, Alicia, Francine and Baby Genge, sister Virginia, brothers Isaac and Algernon. The family received friends at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Anchor Point on Tuesday and Wednesday from where funeral service took place on Thursday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Robert Elder officiating. Interment to follow at Anglican cemetery Anchor Point. 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.

BIRTH

ALEXANDER
Ilene and Kirk Alexander are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Amber Maria, born on June 18, 2001. Her weight was 5 lb. Proud grandparents are Edward and Janet Jesso and Harris and Vera Alexander.

WEDDING

SHEPPARD / LEE
Max and Cynthia Sheppard and Pete and Mary Lee are pleased to announce the marriage of their children. Jocelyn and Paul were married on July 27, 2001. Maid of honour was Lisa Brake, sister of the bride; Pete, father of the groom was best man. Jocelyn and Paul returned to Petawawa, Ontario where Paul is currently stationed with the Canadian Armed Forces. Best wishes come from family and friends.

LEWIS / HURLEY
United in marriage on July 6, 2001, Roxanne Lewis, daughter of Loretta and the late George Lewis and Wilson Hurley, son of Joyce Hurley and John Hurley, exchanged vows in Stratford, Ontario in front of family and friends. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her mother, Loretta. Maid of honor was Holly Clayton, niece of the bride. Bridesmaid was Stephanie Balsom, sister of the groom. Best man was Chris Crosby and groomsman was Marty Mann, both friends of the bride and groom. Austin Kennedy, great nephew of the bride was ringbearer and bell ringer. The reception was held at the Royal Canadian Legion with Joan Lewis, sister-in-law of the bride as master of ceremonies. Rev. Walker officiated the ceremony at St. Stevens Anglican Church. Roxanne and Wilson both work and reside in Stratford, Ontario. We wish you both all the love and success you need for a lasting marriage.

Monday, September 3, 2001

In observance of Labour Day, The Western Star did not publish on Monday, September 3, and all offices were closed. Publication will resume and all offices reopen on Tuesday, September 4, 2001.

Tuesday, September 4, 2001

DEATHS

BILLARD, Samuel "SAM"
1927-2001
(Stephenville)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Samuel "Sam" Billard announce his passing in the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville at the age of 73. Born in Grand Bruit, he was a son of the late Alexander and Susie (Strickland) Billard. Sam was a former fisherman and Fisheries Warden, in later years worked at Burgeo Cottage Hospital. He served on the Burgeo Town council, was a former treasurer and board member of Faith United Church in Grand Bruit and Burgeo. He loved fishing, especially sport fishing for salmon. He was an avid berry picker and loved the outdoors greatly. He was a devoted husband of 54 years to his wife Pearl (Ridgley), a loving and caring father to children: son Samuel "Junior" (Doreen) of Sunnyside, daughters: Lena Wight (Don) of Pasadena, Hilda Rideout (Kenneth) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Margaret Billard with who he resided; 6 grandchildren: Craig and Connie Billard, Susan Davidson (Jason), Sam Wight, Andrew and Adam Rideout, great-grandson Benjamin Davidson; sisters: Alma Loye (Walter) of Ottawa, Cora Grafton (Allan) of Hamilton, and a large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by sisters: Millicent, Winnie, Lena, brothers: Aubrey, Alexander Jr., Budd and Wesley. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 25 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. in the First United Church in Stephenville, Reverend Wayne Blackwood officiating, assisted by Reverend Clayton Parsons. Interment will follow at Hillside Interfaith Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Church Building Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of Fillatre's Funeral Home, 25 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville.

NOSEWORTHY, Mary "Theresa"
Formerly of Stephenville
1911-2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary "Theresa" Noseworthy announce her passing in the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing, on Sunday, September 2nd, 2001 at the age of 90 years. Born in St. Albans, she was a daughter of the late David and Julia (Collier) Collier. She leaves to mourn sisters: Winnie Wilcott of St. Albans, Lena Rose of Mount Pearl, Laura Gale of St. Albans, Viola Wilcott of St. Albans, Amelia McEachern of Pasadena, Mona Wilcott of St. Albans, brothers: Stanley, John both of St. Albans, a large number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph (Nov. 23, 1990), a brother Gerald. Funeral service will be held today (Tuesday, September 4th, 2001) from St. Stephen's Roman Catholic Church in Stephenville, Father Jack Malnegro officiating. Interment will follow in Hillside Interfaith Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of Fillatre's Funeral Home, 25 Prince Rupert St., Stephenville.

GABRIEL, Edmund R.
Corner Brook, NF
1920-2001
Passed away Saturday, September 1st, 2001, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, EDMUND GABRIEL, at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife Verna Gabriel (nee Penney); daughter: Valerie (Melvin) Brett, Pasadena; son: Kenneth (Pauline) Gabriel, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Mark and Tanya Brett, David and Matthew Gabriel; 2 brothers-in-law: Gerald (Mae) Penney, Lloyd Penney; 3 sisters-in-law: Sylvia Sweetapple, Corner Brook, Elaine and Jack Tracey, Ontario, Dorothy Penney; and numerous other relatives. He was predeceased by 2 brothers-in-law: Reginald Penney and Edgar Sweetapple; sister-in-law Rose Penney. The funeral service was held Monday, September 3rd at 3:00 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral, the Very Reverend Lorne Gosse officiated. The interment followed at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Visitation was held at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and Monday from 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice.

HYNES, Vincent
Port au Port West
It is with great sadness that the family of the Late Vincent Hynes announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Saturday, September 1st, 2001 at the age of 71 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Geraldine, his six sons: Howard (Marjorie) and Roger (Sue) both in Toronto, George (Loretta) and Wayne both in Flin Flon, Manitoba, Israel (Lisa) in Creighton Sask., and Bruce (Della) in Stephenville, his five daughters: Mag (Gerald) Hull in St. John's, Theresa (Devin) Sheppard and Rose (Gerry) Sheppard both in St. George's, Lisa Hynes in St. John's and Lorraine (John) Hynes in Stephenville. He will also be sadly missed by his twelve brothers: Michael in Thompson, Manitoba, Brennan, Conrad, and Allan all in Flin Flon, Manitoba, Kevin in Halifax, Louis, Henry and Matthew all in Sudbury, Neil in Norris Point, Gerard and Jackie both in Port au Port, and Freddy in Stephenville, his sister Helen Brennan in Stephenville along with eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Richard and Mary and by two brothers Mark and Lawrence. Funeral services took place on Tuesday, September 4th, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. from Our Lady of Mercy Church in Port au Port West with Interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. Funeral arrangements were under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street in Stephenville.

Wednesday, September 5, 2001

DEATHS

KENDELL, Ada Mary Helen
Age 74
Codroy Valley
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ada Mary Helen Kendell announce her passing at the Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre on Friday, August 31, 2001. Born in Codroy Valley, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Frances Kendell. She leaves to mourn three sons: Mark (Linda), Woodville, Ivan (Elaine), Corner Brook, Lorne (Janet) Dartmouth, NS; three daughters: Alvena Reid (the late Ralph Reid), Dartmouth, NS, Shirley (Charles) MacPherson, Millville, Suzanne (Joseph) Brown, Dartmouth, NS; nine grandchildren: Paul, Jason, Sonia, Leslie, Penny, Donald, Gavin, Emily and Christopher; great-granddaughter Caitlin; three brothers: John (Helena), Herbert, Elias (Marcella) and sister Dorcas Samms (the late Jacob Samms), all of Codroy Valley, as well as a large circle of nephews, nieces and friends. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, William Cecil Kendell, brothers: Herbert Samuel, Walter Henry, Ernest Edward and sister Norah Jane. Visitation took place from the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Codroy, Saturday and Sunday. Funeral service was held on Monday, September 4th, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Smith and Rev. Critchell officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port aux Basques.

YOUNG, Dorothy Helena
Pasadena, NF
Passed away Monday, September 3^rd, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Dorothy Young at the age of 68. She is survived by her daughter Marilyn Diamond (Bob Dwyer); grandchildren: Yvonne Diamond (Andy Hynes), Clarence Diamond (Tina Brake); great-grandchildren: Ashley Victoria and Tyler Christopher Diamond; sisters: Gladys Dalley (Bert), Edith Bartlett, Stella Warren (Jim), brother Francis Colbourne (Adelaide); sister-in-law Adelaide Colbourne; special niece Faye (Dalley (Melvin), special nephew Clyde Banks, and numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Edwin and Violet Colbourne; husband Clarence Young in 1974; sisters: Rachel Oram, Deborah Starks, Elizabeth Roberts; brother George Colbourne, step brother Richard Parsons. The funeral service will be held Friday, September 7^th at 2:00 p.m. from The Humber United Church, Clarence Street, Corner Brook, Reverend Patricia Melindy officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home 4 St. Mark's Avenue Wednesday from 7-9 and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

Thursday, September 6, 2001

DEATHS

CLARKE, Vera Phyllis
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away Wednesday, September 5^th, 2001 at the Interfaith Home, Vera Phyllis Clarke at the age of 71. She is survived by her son Robert Joseph Clarke, of Vancouver; sisters: Edna Clarke and Angela Deluney (Albert); brother Gus Clarke; and numerous other relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held Friday, September 7^th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home 4 St. Mark's Avenue Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Newfoundland Alzheimer Association.

RIDEOUT, H. Bennett (Ben)
May 9, 1922 - September 1, 2001
Scarborough, Ontario
Formerly of Stephenville, NF
The family of the late Ben Rideout announce his peaceful passing at Scarborough Centennial Hospital on September 1, 2001 at the age of 79 years. Left to mourn his passing are his wife of fifty-seven years, Joan; daughters: Golda Watts (Enos) of St. John's, Christine Simms (Lloyd) of Stephenville, Annette Jones (John) of Ontario; his sons: Derrick (Lorraine) of Stephenville, Ivan (Peggy) of Nova Scotia, Brian (Cheryl), Barry (Liz) and Craig (Janice), all of Ontario; two sisters: Jean Bennett (Gerald) of Kippens, Loretta Peddle (Harold) of Bonavista; one brother, Eric (Christine) of Corner Brook; 15 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter John and Daisy Rideout; his brother, Wallace; infant sister, Ruby; infant daughter, Linda and infant grandson, Dylan. Also mourning his passing are a number of nieces, nephews, special relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Friday, September 7^th and Saturday, September 8^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Sunday, September 9^th at 3:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church, Hansen Highway, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

BUSHEY, Benjamin Scott
Hampden
April 20^th, 1937 - September 5^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Benjamin Scott Bushey announce his passing on Wednesday, September 5^th, 2001 at his family residence in his 64^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Patricia (nee Baldwin); two sons: Ted (Jacqueline) of Brampton, Ontario and Cory (Michelle) of Hampden; three daughters: Yvonne (Randy) Nicholas, Glynis Ford (Trevor Wells) both of Jackson's Arm and Jacqueline (David) Baldwin of Corner Brook; 15 grandchildren: Rhonda, Paul, Crystal, Joanne, Ashley, Amanda, Dennis, Gary, Stephanie, Devon, Stephen, Cassandra, Danielle, Ashley and Samantha; one sister, Kathleen Bennett of Nova Scotia; four brothers: Lewis (Rosemary) of Grand Falls-Windsor, James (Ima) of Sandy Cove, Leslie (Jessie) of Nova Scotia and Rick (Lisa) of Brampton, Ontario. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Hampden today Thursday evening, Friday and Saturday where also funeral services will take place on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Woodman 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"

WHITE, Flora Loretta (nee Janes)
June 16^th, 1935 - September 4^th, 2001
Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, September 4^th, 2001 at the Health Science Centre, St. John's, Flora Loretta White in her 67^th year. Leaving to mourn her daughter Sandra (Dan) Dower, granddaughter Robin, grandson, Richard and great-granddaughter Katlyn, all of Conception Bay South; brothers: Harold (Ruth), William (Elaine), Adolphus (Susie), Deer Lake; sisters: Effie Woolridge, Toronto, Emma (William) Sheppard, Birchy Head, Lurly (Roy) Saunders, Ontario, Shirley (George) Gordon, Pynn's Brook, Mary (Wayne) Goudie, Kippens and Glenda (Terry) Tilley, Deer Lake; sister-in-law Yvonne Janes, Point Leamington, brother-in-law Gerald Locke, Deer Lake and mother-in-law Joyce White, Deer Lake, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Eva Janes, sisters Barbara Jean and Nellie Locke and brother Roy. The funeral service will be held on Friday, September 7^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Deer Lake with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery, Wight's Road. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive on Thursday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the NF Lung Association or to a charity of one's choice.

Friday, September 7, 2001

DEATHS

CHILDS, Mildred (nee Burton)
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Mildred Childs at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn, nine children: Flossie Eastman (Ben), Edward Childs, Emma McCarthy (Reg.), Bonnie Pittman (Milton), Hubert Childs (Cassie), Effie Crann (Winston), Sylvia Martin (Cecil), Robert Childs (Edna), Barbara Pond (Eugene); 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; one sister, Melena Webster (Cyril); brothers: Ben Burton (Eva), Abe Burton (Flossie), Percy Burton, Hubert Burton (Maxine) and a number of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband James Childs (February 22, 1974), three brothers: Harry, Martin and Edward; parents: Herbert and Levinia, son Richard and daughter Thelma. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 12 noon, from where the funeral service will take place from Fillatre's Chapel on Saturday, September 8th at 4:00 p.m., Chris Starkey officiating. The interment will follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

FOLEY, Rita Mary
September 24, 1905 - September 6, 2001
Passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, seven children: Jim Walsh (Rosaleen), Gerald Walsh (Cora), Mary Mugford (George), Ron Walsh, Francis Walsh, Ted Walsh, Margaret McCormack (Tom) with whom she resided; three sisters: Marie Webber, Molly Fitzpatrick (Bill) and Ruth Pender; one sister-in-law Kay Dicks; 39 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and a large number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husbands, Edmund Walsh and Michael Foley; sons: Joseph Walsh, Edmund Walsh and two infant sons. The funeral service will be held Saturday, September 8th, at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone 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. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses.

Saturday, September 8, 2001

BIRTH

JOHNSON
Born to Wendy and Ed Johnson on July 23, 2001 at the IWK Health Centre, Halifax, a boy, Donovan Sydney George, weighing 9 lb. 3 oz. Proud first time grandparents are Alan and Joy Robinson of Corner Brook and Norm and Ruby Johnson of St. Anthony.

MERCER / DUFFY
Ed Mercer and Brenda Duffy are ecstatic to announce the birth of their first child, Ethan Edwin Mercer, born Thursday, August 2, 2001 at 10:42 p.m. at The Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, Nfld., weighing in at 8 lb. 12 oz. Proud grandparents are Edwin and Elizabeth Mercer and Raymond and Ruth Duffy of St. John's. Special thanks to Dr. Culliton, Dr. Healey, Dr. Perencevic, Alva Brake and all case room and maternity ward staff.

ENGAGEMENT

LEONA AND DONALD
Betty Roberts of Triton is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Leona, to Donald Howse, son of Charles Howse of Corner Brook. The engagement took place on August 24, 2001. Wedding plans are in the near future.

BLANCHARD & SAINT CLAIR
Congratulations on the engagement of Leona Blanchard and Doug Saint Clair of Guelph, Ontario. The wedding is planned for Oct. 5, 2001.

INGRAM / DUNFORD
On June 30, 2001 Kerry Lynn, daughter of Gord and Shelia Ingram and Dale, son of Corwin and Theresa Dunford were married in St. John the Evangelist Church, Burgeo, NF. Many thanks to all their friends and family for making this day so special. The happy couple now reside in Yellowknife, N.W.T.

ANSTEY / WHITE
On August 4, 2001, surrounded by family and friends Laura Anstey and Mark White were united in marriage. Matron of honour was Elizabeth Sheppard-Hewitt. Bridesmaids were Denise Bennett and Amy Anstey. Best man was Neil White. Groomsmen were Michael and Aaron Anstey. Flower girl was Sarah Blackmore and ring bearer was Alex Anstey. Special thanks to everyone involved, especially parents Anne and Alfred Anstey and Betty and Lew White. The couple are residing in London, Ontario where Mark is attending university.

DEATHS

FOLEY, Rita Mary
September 24, 1905 - September 6, 2001
Passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, seven children: Jim Walsh (Rosaleen), Gerald Walsh (Cora), Mary Mugford (George), Ron Walsh, Francis Walsh, Ted Walsh, Margaret McCormack (Tom) with whom she resided; three sisters: Marie Webber, Molly Fitzpatrick (Bill) and Ruth Pender; one sister-in-law Kay Dicks; 39 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and a large number of nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husbands, Edmund Walsh and Michael Foley; sons: Joseph Walsh, Edmund Walsh and two infant sons. The funeral service will be held Saturday, September 8^th, at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone 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. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses.

PARSONS, Joseph William
March 5, 1932 - September 6, 2001
Passed away Thursday, September 6, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Joseph William Parsons at the age of 69. He is survived by his wife of 46 years Evelyn (nee Critch); son Leslie (Marcie); daughters: Janet (Ron Butt), Linda (Dave Kung), Lana (Eric Perrett), Kim (Jim Jesso), Rhonda (Chris Osmond); grandchildren: Cindy, Chastity, Lesley, Kelly, Ronnie, Justin, Krista, Samantha Robyn-Lynn, Jason, Laura; great-grandchildren: Dylan, Alexandria, Taylor, Nathan; mother Susan Parsons; mother-in-law Janet Critch; brothers: Ben (Irene), Roy (Ruby), Ted (Hannah), Derek (Sylvia); sisters: Alfreda, Ada, Dawn (Lewis), Joy (Ted) and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father John Parsons, father-in-law Elam Critch. The funeral service will be held Sunday, September 9^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Mary's Anglican Church, Curling Street, Reverend Edward King officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Saturday 2-4 and 7-9, Sunday 10 a.m. - 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

CAMPBELL, Irene
Campbell's Creek
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Irene Campbell announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Thursday, September 6, 2001 at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by her two sisters, Hilda Rankin and Margaret Martin, both of Scotland; nieces and nephews in Scotland and Campbell's Creek and a circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Port au Port West on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Monday, September 10^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Port au Port West with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Campbell's Creek. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

MURRAY, Loretta
Marystown, NF
June 24, 1923 - September 3, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Loretta Murray announce her passing after a lengthy illness at the age of 78. Predeceased by her husband Michael Murray. Loretta leaves to mourn 18 children, including sons: John (Mirielle) of Oakville, ON, Tim (Gladys) of Marystown, Frank (Anna) of Edmonton, AB, Gordon (Marjorie) of Marystown, Mike (Norma) of Marystown, Jim (Cathy) of Marystown, Ray (Pat) of Montreal, QB, Larry (Gladys) of Marystown, Gerard (Chantal) of Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Tom of Frenchman's Cove, Joe (Priscilla) of Oakville, ON; daughters: Mary (Peter) Ledwith of Marystown, Margaret (Reg) Isaacs of Fort McMurray, AB, Helen (Arthur) Fitzpatrick of Marystown, Vera (Rick) Miles of Fort St. John, BC, Esther (Wilson) Kean of Corner Brook, Bride (Lester) Hennebury of Marystown and Regina of Marystown. Also leaving to mourn sisters Isabel Murray in New Jersey and Vera Tremblett of St. John's. Besides her 18 children, Loretta also leaves behind a legacy of 53 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren and a large circle of other relatives and close friends. A funeral mass was conducted by Father Ray Earle at Sacred Heart Church in Marystown on Sept. 6th with interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Pallbearers were John Murray, Tim Murray, Gordon Murray, Frank Murray, Michael Murray, James Murray, Raymond Murray and Larry Murray while cross bearer was Tom Murray. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the care of White Dove Funeral Homes in Marystown.

Monday, September 10, 2001

DEATHS

BARNES, Hubert
Deer Lake, NF
Sept. 5th, 1932 - Sept. 8th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hubert Barnes announce his passing on Saturday, September 8^th, 2001 in his 69^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Gertie (nee Hooper). Two daughters: Shelia (Mrs. Cordell Freake) of Pasadena and Jean (Mrs. Clyde Williams) of Deer Lake. Three sons: Junior and wife Joanne; Jeff both of Deer Lake and Sheldon and fiancee Wendy of Kingston, Nova Scotia. Seven Grandchildren: Chuck, Melissa, Luke, Michael, Beth, Brittany and William. One sister Nina (Mrs. Stanley West) of Bay L'Argent. Two brothers: John (Jean) of Grand Bank and Clyde (Shirley) of Marystown. One sister-in-law Rachel Barnes of Grand Bank. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents George and Caroline Barnes and his brother Amos. Mr. Hubert Barnes was a teacher for 36 years and received the Bankcroft Award. He also was a past Master and was a very active Mason with Lodge Humber #1475. Visitation will take place today, Monday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael's Anglican Church in Deer Lake with Rev. Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. By request of the family flowers or donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the W.M.R. Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our Hearts"

PARSONS - REID, Effie Pearl (Nee Ropson)
Rocky Harbour, NF
Passed peacefully away on Friday, September 7^th, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre, Norris Point Effie Pearl Parsons-Reid in her 79^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories children: Garland (Rhoda) Parsons, Norris Point, Verna (Jack) Verge, Parsons Pond, Howard (Doreen) Parsons, Norris Point, Jean (Lubo) Dzurilla, Fort McMurray, Elsie (Murray) Gagnon, Toronto, Wade Parsons, Rocky Harbour and Tony (Wendy) Parsons, Toronto. 14 grandchildren: Geraldine, Paul, Peter, Ann, Denise, Danny, Jody, Michelle, Angela, Greg, Tonya, Jonathan, Donald and Kristy. 16 great-grandchildren. Sisters: Phyllis Elgar, Harbour Deep and Annie Maude Hillier, St. Anthony. Five step-children: Violet (Jack) Major, Rocky Harbour, Rhoda (Ken) Parsons, Port Blandford, Myra (Clyde) Simms, St. Anthony, Cecil (Marjorie) Reid, Pasadena and Rosie (Oscar) Wong, Halifax. Special friend Eunice Wight and family, as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husbands Donald Parsons and Corbett Reid and brothers: Freeman, Claude, Alfred and Maxwell. The funeral service will take place today, Monday at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Rocky Harbour at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Norman Cutler officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. Visitation was held on Saturday and Sunday from Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour. As expressions of sympathy donations greatly accepted to the Bonne Bay Health Centre or to a charity of one's choice.

Tuesday, September 11, 2001

DEATHS

ANDERSON, Sarah (Sadie)
Age 81
Port aux Basques
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sarah (Sadie) Anderson announce her passing at the Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre on Sunday, September 9, 2001. She leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories three sons: George (Shirley), Port aux Basques, Eric (Marilyn), Ft. McMurray, Alberta, Wayne (Rita), Port aux Basques; three daughters: Vida Mosher (Vaughan), Little Rapids, Sharon Bunter (Glenn), Ajax, Ontario and Sadie Anderson, Port aux Basques; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; one sister Minnie Butt, Cormack; two brothers: Louis (Carrie) Milltown, Gerald (Hilda), Corner Brook; one brother-in-law Thomas Anderson (Eva), Cape Ray; four sisters-in-law: Gladys Bolt (Isaac), Port aux Basques, Freda LeMoine, North Sydney, Edith Kendall, Kelligrews, Clara Kendall, Ramea, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Edwin, June 5, 2001, two brothers: Simeon and Albert and sister Lucy. The family will be receiving friends on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port aux Basques. Funeral service will take place Wednesday, September 12, 2001, at 2:00 p.m. from Wesley United Church, Port aux Basques. Interment to follow at the church cemetery.

MILES, Sharon Linda
Corner Brook, NF
July 29, 1962 - September 8, 2001
It is with great sorrow that the family of Sharon Miles announce her unexpected and sudden passing on September 8th, 2001 at the age of 39 years. Leaving to mourn with loving memories are her parents Maude and Gerald Miles, grandmother Hettie Pardy, sister Phyllis (Rick) Bennett of Bradford, ON, brothers Roger (Josie) Miles of Newmarket, ON and Derek (Wanda) Miles of Corner Brook; nieces and nephews Jason, Ashley, Robert, Michelle and McKenzie, as well as a wide circle of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Cremation to follow. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 13th at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street, Rev. Percy Coffin officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

SIMMONDS, Dorothy (nee Reid)
Woody Point, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dorothy Simmonds (nee Reid) of Woody Point, Bonne Bay announce her passing at the Interfaith Home, Corner Brook, September 9, 2001 in her 83rd year. She will be sadly missed by her five daughters: Irene Wilton (Bill), Woody Point, Violet Hackett (Reg), Benoit's Cove, Lucy Dennis (Derek), Woody Point, Vivian Bannister (Roy), Woody Point, Leona Bennett (Joe), Corner Brook; two sons: Reginald Simmonds (Margaret), Woody Point, Fred Simmonds (Marilyn), Woody Point; five sisters: Dora Brown, Woody Point, Kate Goosney, Deer Lake, Gladys Hillier, Deer Lake, Sadie Roberts, Deer Lake, Mabel Rideout, Ontario, nineteen grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, four great great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews , other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Samuel Simmonds, October 23, 1983, twin sons Samuel and David, 1943; brothers: George and Roy Reid; sisters Maude and Winnie. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 11th at 2:00 p.m. from The Anglican Church, Woody Point. Reverend Norman Cutler officiating. The interment will follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to the Woody Point Anglican Church, will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Deer Lake.

BECK, Karl Heinz
Farm Road, Gillams
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Karl Beck announce his passing at the Kreyfeld Hospital in Germany on Wednesday, September 5, 2001 at the age of 76 years. He will be sadly missed by his two daughters: Sonja, Denise (David) in Corner Brook, Connie (Andy) Whalen of Dartmouth, NS; three sons: Klaus (Linda), Peter of St. John's, and Ruedigar (Gisela) of Erfurt, Germany. Also left to mourn are his sisters: Lilo (Joseph) Timp of Toronto, Ontario, Margaret (Heinz) Ockenfeld of Meerbusch, Germany, brothers: Andy, of Fort Worth, Texas, Hans of Kempen, Germany. Also his life partner Inge Alvarez of Hannover, Germany along with seven grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Funeral services are to take place on Wednesday, September 12th in Venlo, Holland and a family memorial is to be held in Newfoundland at a later date, (to be announced).

Wednesday, September 12, 2001

no announcements in today's newspaper

Thursday, September 13, 2001

DEATHS

MUNN, Norman Graham Ford
Corner Brook, NF
Dec. 8, 1937 - Sept. 12, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mr. Norman Munn announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 12^th, 2001 at the age of 63 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving family, his wife Cecily (nee Cross). His four daughters: Suzette (Ken Dalton) of Mt. Pearl, Corinne (Ken) Maynard, Laverne Munn (Bill Langer), and Kimberley Munn (Anthony Jesso) all residing at Corner Brook. Seven grandchildren: Keiran, Deidre and Kenny Dalton, Johnathan, and Aimee Maynard, and Meghan and Mark Jesso. Brothers and sisters: Marina Kirby of Buchans, Elizabeth Peckham, of St. John's, Harold Munn of Buchans, and Glenys Harley of Saskatchewan. He will be also missed by a number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, September 15^th, 2001 at 2 p.m. from First United Church on Park Street with Rev. John Adams officiating. The interment will take place at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Thursday, during the hours of 7-9 and Friday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Society. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Friday, September 14, 2001

Page 2 of the newspaper:
City man celebrating 102nd birthday today
by Melanie Callahan, Star Staff Writer
Corner Brook
Wilfred Osmond, a long-time resident of Corner Brook, has celebrated more than 100 birthday cakes, Christmas trees and Easter Egg hunts. Today, Osmond is celebrating his 102nd birthday. Osmond, currently living in Mountainview Estates, and his wife had three sons, three daughter, "too many grandchildren to count," and about 20 great-grandchildren.
Osmond began work as a fisher in the waters of Labrador throughout the summer and as a logger in the winter at the young age of 12. Life was pretty rough back then, he said. "I used to spend about two months out of 12 home. My wife was there with the family. I could not stay home and see my family in want. I had to go and scrape up something."
In 1940, employment at the paper mill brought Osmond to Corner Brook, where he has lived ever since. Throughout his 102 years, Osmond has seen many things - some good, some bad - that have shaped the province we know today. The most significant event in our history, according to Osmond, was when Newfoundland joined confederation in 1949. "The biggest thing was Confederation - that was the biggest change in Newfoundland." Osmond said. "Everything was different after that. When I was a boy growing up, nothing was like it is today. I think Confederation was a good thing. I don't know what would have happened if we did not join Canada." "We probably would have gone to England, or the States. I think that was the best choice, as far as I am concerned."
Unable to pinpoint the secret to longevity, Osmond believes lady luck may have been on his side. "I do not know for what reason I lived for so long, to tell you the truth. I was never a drinker. I was never a bad man, I always got along very well with people, and I knocked around with a lot of people, I assure you. I was just lucky. I never had any sickness in my life." A positive attitude may be the answer. "I have no problem with anything," he said. "I do not make problems."

DEATHS

GILES, Norman Sr.
(Forestry Unit, WWll)
Deer Lake
Nov. 18th, 1913 - Sept. 12th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Giles Sr. announce his passing on Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 87^th year. He will be sadly missed by his children: Nellie (Alex) Simms of Deer Lake, Yvonne Giles of Mississauga, Ontario. Norman Jr. (Sylvia) Giles of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Vivian (James) Langdon of Deer Lake, Maxwell and friend Rodena Sheppard of Fort McMurray, Alberta and John (Joan) Giles of Deer Lake; his special granddaughter Wanda (Tom) Humphries of Deer Lake; 20 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; the mother of his children Lillian Hillier of Deer Lake; also the Croft family and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Jean Giles on February 28^th, 1998. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul's United Church with Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Lest We Forget"

FITZPATRICK, Thomas P.
41-A St. Clare Avenue, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Thomas P. Fitzpatrick announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, September 12, 2001 at the age of 82 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Hazel and three sons: Stephen Fitzpatrick of Stephenville, Loyola (Beverly) Fitzpatrick of St. John's, Dermot Fitzpatrick (Anne Coady) of Toronto; three daughters: Alice (George) Miles of Shallop Cove, Hazel (Marvyn) Robar of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Goretti (Daniel) Mallet of Lake Echo, Nova Scotia; one sister, Catherine Hatt of Grand Falls; three grandchildren: Ronald Miles, Deanna Miles, Elizabeth Miles, all of Shallop Cove and a large circle of relatives and friends;. He was predeceased by his parents, Stephen and Mary Fitzpatrick and one brother, Ron Fitzpatrick. Friends amy 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, September 15^th, at 1:00 p.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to any Children's Charity would be greatly appreciated.

Saturday, September 15, 2001

DEATH

WAGG, Thomas Donald
Deer Lake
January 28, 1935 - September 14, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Thomas Donald Wagg announce his passing on Friday, September 14^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in his 66^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ruth (nee Manuel), one daughter Debbie (David) Murphy of Berwick, Nova Scotia; two sons: Terry (Leona) and Robert, both of Deer Lake. Three grandchildren: Amanda, Sienna and Courtney. Three sisters: Maude Riggs of Bedford, Nova Scotia, Evelyn Westcott of Keswick, Ontario and Beulah (Garfield) Gordon of Deer Lake. Two brothers-in-law: Scott (Judy) Manuel of Pasadena and Reg Pelley of Deer Lake. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Saturday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place from St. Paul's United Church in Deer Lake on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BIRTHS

MITCHELL
Big brother Brandon announces the arrival of his sister Mackenzie Alyssa, born to Jeff and Regina Mitchell, July 2, 2001. Proud grandparents are Melvin and Rowena Parsons of McIvers and Byron and Gloria Mitchell of Curling.

ENGAGEMENT

THOMAS & SMITH
Mrs. Louise Thomas and the late Charles Thomas are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Jean to Lee Smith, son of Llwelyn and Patricia Smith of Green's Harbour. A fall wedding is planned for September 2002.

WEDDING

MARCHE / SAUNDERS
A unique celebration uniting Robert Saunders, son of Anne and Bob Saunders of Cox's Cove and Anita Marche, daughter of the late Coiley and Lilymae Marche of Meadows took place at Big Falls Salmon River on July 28, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. This unique but simple ceremony was officiated by Gus Kerwin, Marriage Commissioner of Deer Lake, NF. The wedding party consisted of Joan Marche - Matron of Honor, sister-in-law of the bride. Corey Sheppard - Best Man, friend of the groom, Brittany Marche - flower girl, niece of the bride. Cameron Saunders - ring bearer, son of the bride and groom. Darrell Marche, brother of the bride escorted his sister to the ceremony, which was at the base of the river. The bride in memory of her parents did a special candle dedication. Special thanks to Robert Marche, brother of the bride for the Wedding Portraits, and Paul Saunders, brother of the groom, for the candid photography, Todd Saunders, brother of the groom was the videographer, Aunt Emma and Lloyd Parsons for helping the bride prepare, Mae Burt for making the cake and Roslyn Wiseman for decorating it so beautifully, also Park Warden Ken Kendall of his cooperation. The wedding was catered and family and friends stayed at Big Falls Tourist Lodge owned and operated by Sterling and Irene Pittman. The couple received a free night accommodation, a beautiful painting, and a future anniversary gift from the Pittman's. Special thanks are extended to the Lodge for their care in making our day and weekend so very special. The couple and their children Cameron and Carter returned to Fort Nelson, BC August 20^th where they reside.

Monday, September 17, 2001

DEATHS

MADORE, Andrew Thomas
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Andrew Thomas Madore announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Friday, September 14, 2001 at the age of 59 years. He will be sadly missed by five sons: Leonard Madore of Ontario, Leroy Madore (Kim) of Stephenville, Mark Madore of Ontario, Kevin Madore (Crystal) of St. George's, Fabian Madore (Amanda) of Fort McMurray, Alberta; one daughter, Jeanette Madore (Tony) of Stephenville; three brothers: Charlie Madore of Ontario, Ricky Madore of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Michael Wheeler of Ontario; seven sisters: Cecilia Bates of Stephenville, Isabel Plank of Philadelphia, USA, Mary (Ambrose) Bennett of Stephenville, Marie Madore of Ontario, Ann Madore of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Patsy Lucas of Stephenville Crossing, Phyllis Wheeler of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia; four grandchildren: Sabrina White, Kayla Madore, Chantel Hefferin, Dylan Colombe and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Valerie Madore on January 22, 2000 and one daughter, Sandra Madore, one brother, Ronald Madore and one sister, Josephine Trahey. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, September 18^th at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated.

PARSONS, Harvey
20 Clarence Street, Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harvey Parsons announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, September 14^th, 2001 at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife Doris (nee Batt), Corner Brook; daughters: Judy Gane (Barry), Mississauga, ON, Kathleen Moore (David), Mount Pearl; sons: Don (Jean), Mount Pearl and Dorman, Corner Brook. Five grandchildren: Darlene, Tracy, Bradley, Michelle and Jonathan; three great-grandchildren: Tyler, Holly and Madison. Brothers: Ed Parsons and Clayton Parsons (Gwen), Scarborough, ON; brother-in-law: Lloyd Batt (Stella), Bay Verte as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation took place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday evening from 7-9 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The funeral service was held on Sunday, September 16^th at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street, Reverend Percy Coffin officiating. Interment followed at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation, CT Scanner, P. O. Box 2005, Corner Brook, NF, A2H 6J7.

Tuesday, September 18, 2001

no announcements in today's newspaper

Wednesday, September 19, 2001

no announcements in today's newspaper

Thursday, September 20, 2001

no announcements in today's newspaper

Friday, September 21, 2001

DEATHS

ROSE, Margaret Alice
Corner Brook (Formerly of England)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Rose announce her passing at her family residence on Friday, September 14^th, 2001 at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by her family, her son Patrick Kelly and his wife Lisa; her granddaughter April, all residing at Surrey, British Columbia; her sister Lois Rose residing in England. She will be also missed by a number of friends residing at Corner Brook. A memorial service will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, on Saturday, April 22^nd, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the Victorian Order of Nurses or to the SPCA. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, phone 634-2500.

Saturday, September 22, 2001

BIRTHS

KENDALL
Allan, Lynn and big sister Catherine are proud to announce the arrival of Erin Grace Kendall on August 19, 2001 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Erin's grandparents are George and Florence Kendall of Corner Brook and John and the late Catherine Hackett of Halfway Point. Erin's great-grandmother is Lucy Kendall who lives in North Sydney, NS. We would like to say a sincere thank you to Dr. Healey and Dr. Stacy and obstetrical nurses Nancy and Cindy for a safe delivery, and to Dr. Smrz for excellent prenatal care.

LEROY
Gord and Mary LeRoy are delighted to announce the arrival of their newest son Christopher Alphonsus George, born Friday August 10, 2001. Weighing 6 lb. 3 oz. at WMRH a new brother for Brian and Nathan. Proud grandparents are Phonse and Shirley Noseworthy and George and Mary LeRoy. Special thanks to Dr. Trish Murphy and the Janeway NICU staff.

ENGAGEMENT

SMITH & DUFFY
Jim and Joan Smith of West Bay are happy to announce the engagement of their daughter Moya to Jeff, son of Neil and Eva Duffy of Port au Port. The special event took place in St. Anthony on June 19, 2001. A wedding date has been set for July 27, 2002. Congratulations Jeff and Moya!

WEDDING

KINDEN / SAMMS
On July 28, 2001, surrounded by family and friends, Jeff Samms and Maureen Kinden were united in marriage at the Anglican Church in Stephenville officiated by Rev. Coombs. Matron of honor was Donna Samms, bridesmaids were Paula Kinden, Julie Willette and Tara Lucas, flower girl was Jessica Madore, the best man was Tim Kinden, groomsmen were Craig Dalley, Richard Boyd and Stephen Bennett, ringbearer was Danny Benoit. Special thanks to everyone involved, especially Sharon Hall, Sue Young, parents Rose and Don Samms and Lu and Roy Kinden. The couple reside in Calgary, AB.

PARK / CHAULK
Shelley, daughter of Alex and Mona Park of Cox's Cove and Kent, son of Pastor and Mrs. Glen Chaulk of Triton, were joined in marriage on August 11, 2001 at Pentecostal Church in Cox's Cove, the bride entered the church with her mother and father by her side. The beautiful double ring ceremony was performed by the parents of the groom. The bridal party was Corinna Brace (sister of the bride), bridesmaids were April Taylor (friend of the bride), Suzanne Thistle (friend of the bride and groom), Jodean Park (cousin of the bride), Tara Park (niece of the bride), junior bridesmaids were Kayla White (friend of the bride and groom), Shiann Park (niece of the bride), Sarah Bass (cousin of the groom), Cassandra Park (niece of the bride), Tamara Park (niece of the bride), flower girl was Shanna Park (niece of the bride), the best man was Karlson Chaulk (brother of the groom), groomsmen were Steve Park (brother of the bride), Otto Atkins (friend of the groom), Keith Chaulk (brother of the groom), Rod Park (brother of the bride), ringbearer was Nicholas Atkins (friend of the groom), readers were Trina Park (cousin of the bride) and Barry Park (brother of the bride), soloist was Don Park (brother of the bride), the bride also sang a special solo to the groom. Ushers were Norm White and Sandy Park, photographer was Mona Park (mother of the bride), the video was done by Valerie Sweetapple. Master of ceremonies was Darren Park (brother of the bride). A beautiful cake was made and decorated by the bride's mother. The couple honeymooned in Halifax. Shelley and Kent now reside in St. John's NF, where both are attending school.

HALL / GALLANT
United in marriage on July 20, 2001 were Amy Hall, daughter of Clarence and Linda Hall of Halfway Point and Paul Gallant, son of André and Anne Gallant of Rogersville, New Brunswick. Maid of honour was Tammy Hall, cousin of the bride and bridesmaids were Laura Hall, aunt of the bride, and Terri-Lynn Locke, cousin of the bride. Best man was Daniel Gallant, brother of the groom, and groomsmen were Aaron Hall, brother of the bride, and Paul Clancey, friend of the bride and groom. Joey Gallant, nephew of the groom was ring bearer and Renée Quilty completed the bridal party as flower girl. Their reception was held at Jennifer's, the Upper Level with Gerald Hall, cousin of the bride, acting as master of ceremonies. The wedding ceremony was officiated by Reverend John Adams of the First United Church in Corner Brook. Amy and Paul are presently residing in Moncton, New Brunswick. Love and best wishes are extended from family and friends.

GUSHUE / FEENEY
Mary and Donald Gushue of Corner Brook are pleased to announce on July 7, 2001, the marriage of their granddaughter Donna Sue Ann to Michael Howard Feeney of Toronto. The double ring ceremony took place at Wexford United Church in Toronto and was performed by the Rev. John Gertridge. The bride was given in marriage by her grandfather Donald Gushue. The matron of honor was Cherrie Gould. Bridesmaids were Michelle Roberts and Holly Dumont, all long time friends of the bride who came from Corner Brook and Halifax. The best man was Stephen Dumont. Groomsmen were David and Donald Gosse, brothers of the bride. Flower girl was Christina Redorice and ringbearer was Travis Piercey of Corner Brook. David Parsons, uncle of the bride was master of ceremonies, who made their day special. A reception was held at the White Shield Banquet Hall. Donna and Mike wish to thank all guests for attending especially those guests who traveled from out of town to help them celebrate this wonderful occasion.

SKEARD & WATKINS
Don & Dora Skeard along with Lloyd and Lorraine Watkins are happy to announce the marriage of Sandra Lynn to Kenneth Arthur. Exchanging of vows took place at St. Augustine's Parish in Stephenville September 1, 2001. A reception followed at Wheelers Lounge. Maid of Honour was Connie Alexander. Bridesmaids were Debbie Skeard, sister-in-law of the bride, Lorraine MacNiel, Lynn Brenson and Renée O'Neill, friends of the Bride. The Best Man was Steven Baird. Groomsmen were Dion Skeard, brother of the Bride, Shawn Targett, Patrick Targett, brothers of the Groom and Edmund Benoit, friend of the Groom. Flower Girls were Emma Jesso and Sarah Collins. Kenny and Sandi currently reside in Brampton, Ontario. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

DEATHS

PARSONS, Gordon C.
Trout River
August 21st, 1960 - September 18, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon C. Parsons announce his passing on Tuesday, September 18^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 41^st year. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral service took place on Wednesday at the Salvation Army Cemetery in Trout River at 3:00 p.m. with Major Johnson officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

ROSE, Margaret Alice
Corner Brook (Formerly of England)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Rose announce her passing at her family residence on Friday, September 14^th, 2001 at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by her family, her son Patrick Kelly and his wife Lisa; her granddaughter April, all residing at Surrey, British Columbia; her sister Lois Rose residing in England. She will be also missed by a number of friends residing at Corner Brook. A memorial service will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, on Saturday, September 22^nd, 2001 at 11:30 a.m. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the Victorian Order of Nurses or to the SPCA. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, phone 534-2500.

HODDER, Clarence Eldred
Pasadena, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clarence E. Hodder announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, September 20^th, 2001 at the age of 61 years. He was predeceased by his wife, Marie Florence Hodder on January 19^th, 2001. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his daughters: Valerie (Erick) Walsh of St. Phillips, Sheri (Stephen) of Calgary and his son, Bruce (Robin) of Calgary; grandchildren: Pamela, Nathan and Dylan; his mother-in-law, Rebecca Hodder of Marystown; his sisters: Rebecca Clarke, Gladys Farewell, Evelyn Bailey and Ruby Barnes; his brothers: Almer, Austin (Gerry), Stephen and Malcolm (Elaine). He will be also missed by a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: Eunice Jane and Henry Hodder and his brother Harold. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Saturday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 and Sunday during the hours of 10-12 noon. The funeral service will take place at St. David of Whales Anglican Church in Pasadena, Sunday at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Carol Dalley officiating. The interment will take place at the church cemetery. Tributes may be made by making donations to the Cancer Clinic, or to the Pallative Care Unit at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Monday, September 24, 2001

DEATH

NAULT, Omer
Deer Lake
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Omer Nault announce his passing on Friday, September 21^st, 2001 at the age of 44 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ivy (nee Reid). Three children, Trevor, Diane and Ryan, his mother Francoise (Andy) Brown, Grandmame're Sequin. Three brothers, Marcel (Sue) Nault, Jerry (Reta) Nault and Andre (Michelle) Nault, four sisters, Helen (John) Gaskin, Madelaine (Jack) Miller, Pauline Thompson and Reina (Roger) Roy. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and close friends. Visitation took place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. A memorial service will take place on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Bennetts Road, Deer Lake with Mr. Fred Waldon officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our hearts"

Tuesday, September 25, 2001

DEATH

ISAACS, Lucy
Passed peacefully away, Lucy Isaacs, of Amherst, Nova Scotia on Saturday, August 22, 2001. Predeceased by her husband Joseph in 1972. She will be sadly missed by daughter Barb and husband Earl of Corner Brook, son Glenzon and wife Pauline of Jacquet River, NB, son Gord and wife Linda of Amherst, NS, son Joseph and wife Joan of Coquittin, BC, son Wayne and wife Glenna of Amherst, NS, son Randy and wife Frances of Dartmouth, NS. Also missed by grandchildren: Jennifer, Jordan, Julie, Ryan, Josey, Justin, Kaitlyn and Cody. Funeral service to be held at Lord's Cove, NF on Saturday, September 29.

Wednesday, September 26, 2001

no announcements in today's edition of the newspaper

Thursday, September 27, 2001

DEATHS

LEE, Nelson
Brampton, Ontario
(Formerly of West Bay, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nelson Lee announce his passing in Brampton, Ontario on Saturday, September 22, 2001 at the age of 31 years. He will be sadly missed by his father, John Lee of West Bay; one brother, Jason Lee (Vickie Foss) of Brampton, Ontario; four sisters: Anne (Warren) Gale of Piccadilly, Debbie (Raymond) Woods of Lourdes, Nancy (Paul) Cornect of Piccadilly, Irene (James) Dennis of Piccadilly; god-child and niece, Holly Woods and nieces, Tara-Lynn Woods, Stephanie Gale and Nephews, Sean Woods, Christopher Cornect and grandmother, Josephine Young of Silverwood Manor, Kippens; a large circle of aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mother, Jenny Lee on September 22, 2000. Friends may call at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes on Friday from 2-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, September 29^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Lourdes with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in West Bay. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

SULEY, Audrey L.
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Audrey Suley announce her passing at her family residence on September 25^th, 2001 at the age of 71 years. She will be sadly missed by her family. Her niece, Marie (Peter) Hiscock of Corner Brook; her nephew, William (Marion) Thomas of Mt. Pearl; her sister-in-law, Marion Suley of Gander and nephews: Wayne and Rick Suley of Gander and Donna Suley of Clarenville. She will be also missed by a number of friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert on July 25^th, 1986 and her parents Richard and Virtue Gale. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Thursday during the hours of 10-12 noon. The funeral service will take place on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael's Anglican Church on Park Drive with Rev. Glen Small officiating. Interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to St. Michael's Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Friday, September 28, 2001

DEATH

AYRE, George Lionel
Corner Brook, NF
(Formerly of Hawkes Bay, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Ayre announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, on Thursday, September 27^th, 2001 at the age of 67 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is his wife Hilda (nee Courtney), Corner Brook, son, Danny (Joan), Grand Falls-Windsor, daughter, Mildred Coombs, Fort McMurray, Alberta; four grandchildren: Joey and Christy Coombs, and Craig and Bryan Ayre; sister May Patey (Lee); brother Ronald (Olive), both of Hawkes Bay, as well as a circle of nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his father Forward, September 30^th, 1981, and mother Mildred (Maude) Ayre, February 11^th, 2000. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Thursday evening from 7-9:00 p.m., and from Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle, Hawkes Bay on Friday from 3-5:00 p.m. and 7-9:00 p.m., from where the Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 29^th, 2001 at 2:00 p.m., Pastor Danny Boyde officiating. Interment to follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery, River of Ponds. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook and Port au Choix.

Saturday, September 29, 2001

DEATHS

FOOTE, Stewart L.
Pasadena, NF
Passed peacefully away on Thursday, September 27^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Stewart Foote at the age of 70. He was predeceased by his wife Florence, 1982, father Thomas Foote, sister Anne, sisters-in-law Louise and Helen, brother-in-law Harris. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his three children: Stewart (Linda), Ellen Hutchings (Don), Anne Gillingham (Winston); loving companion Bertha Normore; grandchildren: Sonya, Crystal, Rebecca, Joshua; mother Ada Foote; sisters: Mary Rowe, Ruth Gosse (George); brothers: Dave Foote (Anna), Tom Foote, Harris Foote (Geraldine); and numerous other relatives and friends. The family will be receiving friends at St. David's Anglican Church, Pasadena, Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9, followed by the funeral service Sunday, September 30th at 3:00 p.m. Reverend Carol Dalley officiating. The interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation (CT Scanner) or The Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home.

GEORGE, Arthur Lewis
Passed peacefully away at The Health Science Center, St. John's, on Sept. 9^th, 2001, Arthur Lewis George in his 75^th year. Formerly of Port aux Basques. Surviving, with precious memories, are his devoted wife of 50 years, Colleen (nee Townley), one son Arthur (Eva), Toronto, ON, two daughters, Geraldine (Bruce) Hewlett, Happy Valley, Labrador and Anne, St. John's. Also, seven grandchildren, four sisters, plus a host of many other relatives and numerous friends. A memorial service was held at Barrett's Chapel on Sept. 13^th followed by cremation. Private interment has taken place.
"To the world, he was one.
To us, he was the World."

PARK, Dulcie E.
McIvers, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dulcie E. Park announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Thursday, September 27^th, 2001 in her 91^st year. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughters: Elvie with whom she resided and Ida (Rex), of Orangeville, Ontario; sisters: Rita Lawrence, Violet Parsons; brothers: Rodney Blanchard, Lawrence Blanchard all of McIvers; 21 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, 19 great-great grandchildren; and a large circle of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband William T. Park, June 11^th, 1973, her son Thomas, November 18^th, 1954, daughters: Kathleen House, January 12^th, 1973, Stella (Roy) Park, July 2^nd, 2000, parents Levina and Luke Blanchard, sisters Phoebe Lovell and Florence Park; brothers Russell and Herbert Blanchard. The family will be receiving friends at the Anglican Church of the Epiphany in McIvers Friday from 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. followed by the funeral service Sunday, September 30^th at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Randy Lockyer officiating. The interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to The Anglican Church of the Epiphany Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home.

SPENCER, Doreen
Passed away on September 19, 2001 at St. Clare's Hospital Doreen Spencer of Curling and Marystown. Predeceased by parents Mary and Augustine, also close companions Mollie and Josephine Stoyles. Left to mourn brothers: Michael (Anna), Jack (Gert), sister Marcella Baker all of Marystown and sister Mary (Robert) of Corner Brook; also large number of nieces and nephews. Funeral took place from Sacred Heart Church, Marystown September 22, 2001. Burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Marystown.

BIRTHS

SLANEY
Ryan Slaney is pleased to announce the arrival of his baby brother, Jake Patrick, on June 1, 2001 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook. Also celebrating the new arrival are proud parents Daron and Patty, grandparents Ralph and Louise Lyall of Corner Brook and Adrian Slaney of Lord's Cove, NF. Special thanks to Dr. Lemire, Dr. Smrz, Caseroom and O.B.S. staff.

BARRETT
Born to Pamela and Johnny Barrett on July 4, 2001 at South Lake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, Jonathan Charles, weighing 8 lb. Proud grandparents are Mike and Madonna Joyce of York Harbour and Rose and the late John Barrett of York Harbour. Congratulations from Faye and Carl.

WEDDING

SKEARD & TARGETT
Don & Dora Skeard are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Sandra Lynn to Kenneth Arthur Targett, son of Gary Targett and Lorraine Watkins. They are currently residing in Brampton, Ontario. Congratulations from the Targett family.

PENNEY & GREEN
Wilson and Jean Penney of Pasadena, happily announce the marriage of their daughter, Dawn, to Glenn, son of Garfield and Linda Green of Corner Brook. The marriage ceremony took place on July 7^th, 2001 at St. David of Wales Anglican Church in Pasadena. Maid of Honor was Dale Penney, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Sandra Green, sister of the groom, Shelley Spontaneo and Nikki Carter, friends of the couple. Best man was Adam Walsh, friend of the couple. Groomsmen were Mark Green, brother of the groom, Wayne Garcin and Paul Carter, friends of the couple. The reception was held at the Holiday Inn in Corner Brook, with Al Best, master of ceremonies. The couple currently resides in St. John's where Glenn is a member of the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary and Dawn is attending Memorial University School of Social Work.
"May you live forever in love
And may love live forever in you"
Congratulations on your marriage and best wishes from both families.

PARK / LEWIS
The Families of Trudy Park and Robert Lewis are pleased to announce their marriage which took place on July 14, 2001 at St. James Church, Gillams. Matron of honor was Angela Lawrence, sister of the bride. Best man was Ronnie Lewis, brother of the groom. Bridal attendants were Michelle Park, friend of the bride, Karen Kennedy, sister of the groom and Pansy Blanchard, sister of the bride. Groomsmen were Sterling Lawrence, friend of the groom, Todd Murrin, friend of the groom and Peter Blanchard, nephew of the bride. A reception was held at Gillam's Community Hall. Robert is the son of Fred and Alma Lewis of Meadows and Trudy is the daughter of Goldie and the late Roy Park of Gillams.

WALSH & BRENTON
Albert and Anna Walsh would like to announce the marriage of their daughter, Marlene Diane to Alvin Scott, son of Job and Eileen Brenton of Bide Arm. The wedding took place in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Love and best wishes from Mom & Dad.

PITTMAN / SKINNER
On Sept. 1, 2001 surrounded by family and friends Angela Pittman & Grant Skinner were joined in marriage at the Holy Redeemer Church officiated by Father Peddle. Maid of Honour was sister of the Bride, Crystal Pittman. Bridesmaids were Jill Skinner, sister of the Groom, Aleithea Murphy, Lisa Crowley, Kelly Griffin, friends of the Bride. Best Man was Mark McPhail, friend of the Groom. Groomsmen were Dave D'Entremont, Rob Spencer, John Drake, friends of the Groom, Guy Wight, cousin of the Bride. Flower girl was niece of the Bride Sidney Field, Ring Bearer was cousin of the Groom Matthew Drake. Special thanks to everyone involved. Congratulations & best wishes from Mom & Dad and family and friends. The couple resides in St. John's.