Saturday, December 1, 2007

DEATHS

HEARN, SARAH (SADIE) LUCILLE
After a courageous battle with cancer, with grace and dignity, mom passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on November 29^th, 2007. Sarah was born in Goddenville, Newfoundland to her parents Annie and Reuben Higgins. She will be remembered for her caring and thoughtful manner, her sense of humour and passion for life, but most of all for her love of her soul mate Larry and her total devotion to her family. Sarah met and married the love of her life Larry and moved to Four Wing Germany where they honeymooned all over Europe while starting their family. They moved back to Canada where they made a few stops before settling their roots in Nova Scotia to raise their four kids. They would spend more than fifty-one happy years together. During that time, she worked many years in the K-Mart Pharmacy and made many friends, both young and old. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and words cannot express how deeply she will be missed. Sarah is survived by her loving and devoted husband Larry, her daughters Colleen Clendenning (Dana), Fredericton NB; Donna Young (Ben), Hammonds Plains; her sons Derrick Hearn (Dianne), Hammonds Plains and Shawn Hearn (Joanne), Fredericton NB. As well, she has several grandchildren who miss her deeply: Erin, Patrick, Breanna, Chelsea, Mitchell, Ryan and Jason. Sarah and her family would also like to thank all of her close friends and acquaintances for their love and support throughout this difficult time. She is predeceased by her parents, her brother Wallace and sister Mina. Special thanks to the Oncology Unit and Palliative Care team at the QE II with appreciation to Dr. Virik and nurses Jill, Monica and Stephanie for your kindness. Visitation will take place from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Sunday, December 2^nd, at the Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Drive. Funeral Service will take place at 10 am on Monday, December 3^rd, at the St. John Vianney Church in Lower Sackville. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the QE II Palliative Home Care Service, the Victoria Order of Nurses (VON) or the Colon-rectal Cancer Society. Online condolences: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

HANN, OLGA MAY (nee YOUNG)
Trout River, NL
Dec. 8, 1927 - Nov. 29, 2007
Passed peacefully away at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point, on Thursday November 29^th 2007 in her 80^th Year. Olga May Hann. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: David (Lorna) Hann of Trout River, Roger (Sandra) Hann of Codroy, Jennifer (Mrs. Stan Parsons) of Woody Point, Joy (Mrs. Anthony Crocker) of Trout River, Clarence (Renate) Reid, N.B, Matilda White (Daryl Shears) and Debbie (Mrs. Mario Pereira) both of Ontario. Her: 14 grandchildren; Paula (Paul), Lori (Darrell), Jason, Jamie, Roger (Christa), Kyle, Candace, Kendra, Mark, Shawna, Dominik, Bradley, Todd, and Mandi. Her 3 great grandchildren; Alex, Austin and Liam. Her brothers: Gerald Young of Birchy Head, and William (Marjorie) Young. Mom was predeceased by her husband Samuel J. Hann, her son Patrick Hann, parents Isaac and Maude Young, and her sister in law Mildred Young. Also leaves to mourn a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.The family will be receiving family and friends from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm today Saturday December 1^st 2007 from the Salvation Army Church in Trout River with Capts: Guy and Donna Simms officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Trout River. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. Condolences and Memories may be forwarded through www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
"Forever in our Hearts"

Monday, December 3, 2007

DEATHS

CAINES, ANTHONY
37 Fudge’s Road
Corner Brook
April 25, 1942 - December 1, 2007
After a courageous battle with cancer, Tony passed away at Western Memorial Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Leaving to mourn are his three children, Tony Jr. (Jane), St. John’s, Kelly and children, Greg (Heather), Todd, Melanie and Megan (Paul), Corner Brook (with whom Tony lived) and their father, Todd White, Carolyn (Dave Sullivan), Boutilier’s Pt., N.S., six other grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Sisters, Juanita, Stephenville, Sheila (Dan Matthews), Fredericton, New Brunswick, Janice (Bruce Starkes), Corner Brook. Brothers, Maurice, Stephenville, Bill (Sandy), St. John’s, Claude (Judy), Stephenville, Dennis (Edmond), Toronto, Rod (Genevieve), Mount Pearl. Predeceased by his parents, Gus and Ida, sisters, Sheila and Linda, brother, Greg. He also leaves to mourn a number of nieces and nephews, special friend, Johnny Fillier and his beloved dogs, Jake, Molly and Milo. Tony will be remembered by many for his love of music and his beautiful voice as lead singer of the Stringbusters and the Spades. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Tuesday, December 4^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, December 5^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville, with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request, donations can be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital or to a charity of one’s choice would be greatly appreciated.

HOUSE, CLIFFORD
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clifford House announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at the age of 79 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 58 years, Audrey (nee Humber), two daughters: Beverly Durnford of Kippens, Diane (Rob) MacDonald of Stephenville, one brother, Harvey (Ula) House of Daniel’s Harbour, sisters-in-law, Myrtle House, Emily House, Mildred House, all of NL, one brother-in-law, George (Sharon) Humber of Mississauga, Ontario, five grandchildren: Robin (Brian), Crystal (Paul), Misty (Brian), Ryan (Karen), Megan and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mother, Martha Jane (Brophy) House, father, Samuel House and brothers, Stanley, Hardy, Grant, Eddy, Edgar, Riley, Leslie, Ronald, one sister, Mary Jane Fortune and son-in-law, Sam Durnford, mother-in-law, Ethel (Matthews) Humber, father-in-law, Wilson Humber, sisters-in-law, Daisy House, Mary House, Cassie Feaver and brother-in-law, Andrew Fortune. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday, December 4th at 2:00 p.m at St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville with Interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated.

Tuesday, December 4, 2007

DEATH

VINCENT, ALBERT C.F.
July 17, 1941 - December 2, 2007
Passed peacefully away at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, Albert C.F. Vincent of Corner Brook, at the age of 66 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife, Dorothy; son, Brian (Diane) of Corner Brook; daughters: Sheila Tarbett (Shawn) of Corner Brook, Norma Parsons (Dwayne) of Meadows and Linda Neville (Joseph) of Corner Brook; stepson, John (Karen) Anderson of St. John’s; grandchildren: Grant, Myles, Marcus, Mackenzie, Sabrina, Devon, Dante and Jenna; sisters: Carrie, Bernice (Austin), Marie (Max), Sarah (Gerald) and Shirley (Bud); brothers: Thomas (Rose), Reg (Michelle), Ken and Terry (Nola); sisters and brothers-in-law: Elizabeth (Clayton Reid), Edgar Davis, Harry Davis (Doris), Muriel (Tom Goulding), Joanne (Bill Goulding), Bruce Davis, Bill Davis (Jody), Robin Davis (Debbie), Ellen (Harry Clarke), Cindy (David Brown), David Davis (Sarah), Callie (Darrell Neil), and Bruce Sullivan; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Phoebe Vincent; sister, Mary; brother-in-law, William Brown and sister-in-law, Elaine Sullivan. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, December 5, 2007 from 10 a.m. - 12 Noon. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral with Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

SQUIRES, Elizabeth Eva (nee MacIsaac)
4 Squires Road, Deer Lake, NL
Sept. 27, 1925 - Dec. 2, 2007
Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving husband, Elizabeth Eva Squires (nee MacIsaac) at the 4^th Floor of the O’Connell Centre in Corner Brook on Sunday, December 2^nd, 2007 at the age of 82 years. Leaving to mourn her husband, Harvey; her daughter, Margaret (Mrs. Cyril Schision) of Halifax, NS; her three grandchildren: Raymond, Laura and Tracey; and James & Hilda MacIsaac of Deer Lake. The family had a private family service at Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street in Deer Lake on Monday, December 3^rd, 2007. Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at the family plot of the church cemetery in Codroy Valley at a later date. A special thank you to the nurses, doctors and staff at the 4^th Floor of the O’Connell Centre in Corner Brook for your dedicated support and care to my wife, you cared for her so well. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence, please visit our web page: www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
“Forever In Our Hearts”

SPARKES, Marie Marion (nee Mitchell)
May 20, 1936 - December 2, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marie Sparkes announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at the age of 71 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her children: Steve (Elaine), Ward, Greg (Eileen), Lori (Roy) Doman, Nancy (Dennis) Phipps, Brian (Kim), Sean (Gladys) and Jeff (Carolyn); grandchildren: Chris, Michael, Allan, Brad, Kristy, Nicole and Jessica; sisters: Barb (Greg) Hurley, Irene Doucette and Helena Atkins; brother, Russell; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Willoughby; infant daughter, Joanne; sisters: Loretta, Sylvia, Monica and Ona; brothers: John and Jerome; and parents, John & Agnes Mitchell. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from where the Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Donald Leonard officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Wednesday, December 5, 2007

DEATH

COOPER, IVAN WAYNE
April 20, 1957 - December 3, 2007
5 Upper Nicholsville Road,
Deer Lake, NL
Passed peacefully away at the I.C.Unit of the W.M.R.Hospital in Corner Brook on Monday December 3^rd, 2007, in his 50^th year Ivan Wayne Cooper. He will be sadly missed by his loving family: daughter Crystal Cooper and his son Ivan Cooper both of Deer Lake, his brother Marvin (Vera) Youden of Stephenville, his sisters: Marilyn Youden of Toronto, Sandra ( Mrs. Gilles Corriveau) of Florida, Marie ( Mrs. Harris Sheppard) of Lab City, and Glenda ( Mrs. Gary Lodge ) of Oshawa, Ontario. Also leaves to mourn a large number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Wayne was predeceased by his mother and father Joyce and William Cooper. The family will be receiving family and friends from Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake from the hours of 7-9 pm on Wednesday, December 5^th 2007 and the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm on Thursday, December 6^th, 2007. The funeral service will take place on Friday, December 7^th, 2007 at 2 pm from the Emmanuel Pentecostal Church in Deer Lake, with Pastor Terry Snow, with the interment to follow at the church cemetery on Wights Road, Deer Lake. Flowers and donations to a charity of ones choice would be gratefully accepted. The Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page www.parsonsfuner alhome.com
“Forever in Our Hearts”

Thursday, December 6, 2007

DEATHS

CHILDS, ENA EMILY ALBERTHA (nee Wheeler)
Lark Harbour, NL
Feb. 15^th, 1929 - Dec. 4^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ena Childs announce her passing on Tuesday, December 4^th, 2007 at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing at the age of 78 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughters Melinda (Quentin) Reader, Fox Island River, Wanda (Richard) Wadden, Quebec, Vera (friend Harvey Sheppard), Lark Harbour and Janet (Ronald) Roberts, Corner Brook; son Todd (Tanya), Stephenville; special grandson Wallace (Barbara), Kippens; special son-in-law Garland Joyce, Corner Brook; grandchildren Jamie, Jason, Michael, Frank, Fred, Deanna, Sara, Jessica, Brandon and Brianna, 13 great-grandchildren, sisters Genova Knight, Texas, Irene (Ron) Sheppard, Ontario and Joan (Eli) Bryant, Islington, Trinity Bay; brothers Gary (Helen) Wheeler, Alberta and Billy (Shirley) Wheeler, British Columbia; sisters-in-law Chris Wheeler, Frenchman’s Cove, Edith Wheeler, Corner Brook, Nina Druggett, Doreen Murrin and Mildred Childs all of Lark Harbour, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Wallace (May 11, 1980), parents William and Janet (Nee Sheppard) Wheeler, brothers Harold Wheeler and Roland Wheeler, sisters Alice Sheppard and Etta Wheeler. Friends may visit St. James‚ Anglican Church, Lark Harbour on Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 & 7-9 PM from where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 8^th at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at St. James‚ Anglican Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. James‚ Anglican Church, Lark Harbour or St. Ambrose Anglican Church, John’s Beach. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

SKANES, MARY KATHLEEN
Corner Brook, NL
March 22^nd, 1922 - December 5^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Kathleen Skanes announces her passing on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sisters Gwen Skanes, Corner Brook and Diana Osmond, St. John’s; aunt Emma Mastin, Deer Lake; sister-in-law Jean Skanes, St. John’s; nieces Brenda Bray, Burlington, ON, Beverley Skanes (Dave McLennon), St. John’s, Elizabeth Skanes (Kent Jingfors), Bangkok, Thailand and Margaret Wilson, St. John’s; nephews Brian (Roberta) Skanes, Corner Brook, Allan (Dianne) Skanes, Corner Brook, David (Maxine) Osmond, Halifax and Derek Osmond, Ireland, as well as a large circle of cousins, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Reginald T. and Edith (Hutchings) Skanes, brother Eric Skanes, sister E. Jean Skanes and brother-in-law Jack Osmond. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook on Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 7^th at 10:30 AM from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street with the Very Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

TREMBLETT, PETER JOSEPH
Corner Brook, NL
November 4, 1942 - December 5, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Peter Tremblett announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the age of 65 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 32 years Sylvia; children: Mark and Luke (Christel); sisters and brothers: Harry (Marie), Richard (Rose), Patrick, May, Madeline (Bernie) and William (Wendy), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was predeceased by parents: Mary Ellen and William, brothers: Joseph and Frederick. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday, between the hours of 7-9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church on Friday, December 7^th at 2:00 p.m. The Very Reverend Michael Rice officiating. At Peter's request Cremation will follow. Special thanks extended to his nephew Fred, brother Harry and his wife Marie, Dr. Wignal & his wife Angela, Lisa Burridge, Community Health Nurse and special friends Elaine and Jerry Geniole. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, WMRH. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Friday, December 7, 2007

DEATHS

TREMBLETT, PETER JOSEPH
Corner Brook, NL
November 4, 1942 - December 5, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Peter Tremblett announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the age of 65 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 32 years Sylvia; children: Mark and Luke (Christel); sisters and brothers: Harry (Marie), Richard (Rose), Patrick, May, Madeline (Bernie) and William (Wendy), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was predeceased by parents: Mary Ellen and William, brothers: Joseph and Frederick. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday, between the hours of 7-9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church on Friday, December 7^th at 2:00 p.m. The Very Reverend Michael Rice officiating. At Peter's request Cremation will follow. Special thanks extended to his nephew Fred, brother Harry and his wife Marie, Dr. Wignal & his wife Angela, Lisa Burridge, Community Health Nurse and special friends Elaine and Jerry Geniole. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, WMRH. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

FRANCIS, ELIZABETH A.
Halfway Point, NL
May 23, 1923 - December 5, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Elizabeth A. Francis announce her passing on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 84. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories her son Reuben (Barb), granddaughter Mary Joanne Francis-Butt (Paul), great grandchildren: Jordan & Jeremy, special friend Hilda Francis and a large number of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph B. Francis, 1982, parents Nathaniel & Martha Hackett; sisters: Mary Ann Hickey (Jim Joe), Sarah Fewer (Gord), Monica Gallant (Phil); brothers: John N. Hackett (Rita), Joseph Hackett, Michael N. Hackett (Dorothy); father-in-law Charles Francis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, December 8th at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Benoits Cove, Father Bernard Buckle officiating followed by the interment at the church cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A special thank-you to the staff of 3MD and Doctor Sparrow for their continued care and support. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Church. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

McCARTHY, CATHERINE (KIT) (nee DORAN)
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Catherine McCarthy announces her passing at her family residence on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at the age of 76 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: son, Cyril (Sherry) of Corner Brook and grandchildren: Gillian, Jennifer and Janice; daughter, Agnes McCarthy Dyke of Truro, Nova Scotia and grandchildren: Christopher and Amanda; brother-in-law, Kevin (Eva) of Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Angie McCarthy of Yarmouth, NS and Onie McCarthy of Deer Lake; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, George (January 2007); son, George; parents: Cyril and Mary Doran; sister, Agnes (Douglas) Ivey; and brothers: Tom and Jack Doran; in-laws: Gerald McCarthy, Kay (William) Fitzgerald, Jerry (Marie) McCarthy and Charlie McCarthy. The family will be receiving friends at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Friday, December 7, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at Most Holy Redeemer with Father Hynes officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetic Association. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

SKANES, MARY KATHLEEN
Corner Brook, NL
March 22^nd, 1922 - December 5^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Kathleen Skanes announces her passing on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sisters Gwen Skanes, Corner Brook and Diana Osmond, St. John’s; aunt Emma Mastin, Deer Lake; sister-in-law Jean Skanes, St. John’s; nieces Brenda Bray, Burlington, ON, Beverley Skanes (Dave McLennon), St. John’s, Elizabeth Skanes (Kent Jingfors), Bangkok, Thailand and Margaret Wilson, St. John’s; nephews Brian (Roberta) Skanes, Corner Brook, Allan (Dianne) Skanes, Corner Brook, David (Maxine) Osmond, Halifax and Derek Osmond, Ireland, as well as a large circle of cousins, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Reginald T. and Edith (Hutchings) Skanes, brother Eric Skanes, sister E. Jean Skanes and brother-in-law Jack Osmond. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook on Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 7^th at 10:30 AM from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street with the Very Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society or to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, December 8, 2007

DEATHS

BARRON, JOHN LEONARD
Passed peacefully away at the L.A. Miller Centre, St. John’s on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007, age 84 years. Left with fond and loving memories, his daughter Denise, his sons: Robert (Agnes), John (Tatiana), Andrew and Paul, and their mother Maude Barron; five grandchildren: Marc, Shalimar, Anna-Leah, Michael and Alaiza; brothers Kevin, Albany, New York and Robert, Richmond, BC; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Funeral Mass on Monday, December 10^th, 2007 at 11 a.m. from St. Teresa’s Church, Mundy Pond Road, St. John’s. Inurnment to follow at Belvedere Cemetery, St. John’s. Donations in his memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation.

BURSEY, TAMMY MICHELLE
Stratford, Ontario
(formerly of Corner Brook, NL)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Tammy Michelle Bursey, age 39, of Stratford, Ontario and formerly of Corner Brook, announces her passing at her home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 surrounded by her family members and a close friend, Lloyd Clarke. She was born in Toronto and was the daughter of Heber and Hazel (Pye) Oldford of Stratford. Tammy grew up in Corner Brook and moved to Stratford in 1994. She was employed at DURA Automotive in Stratford and was a former employee of Corner Brook Cooperative Society. Tammy was a devoted mother and a loyal friend to many. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband, Steve Bursey, whom she married at Corner Brook on August 14, 1992; children: Braxton and Cameron; brothers: Wade (Huldah) of Corner Brook and Michael (Jackie) of Piketon, Ohio; sister, Sherry (Roy) of Brampton, ON; mother-in-law, Pat Nolan of Corner Brook; father-in-law, Don Bursey of Corner Brook; brother-in-law, Greg (Linda) of Corner Brook; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends were received at the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford on Saturday, December 8, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Relatives and friends may visit Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, December 12, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral on Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

PYE, IRVING
Loving husband of Thelma Lockhart Pye, father to Scott, Blair and Grant. Passed away Tuesday, December 04, 2007 at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto. Predeceased by his sisters Jean and Cora and his brother Bertram. Leaving to mourn his family and relatives including his sister Ruby. Service in celebration of his life to be held at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West, on Wednesday, December 12 at 1:00 p.m. Donations to the Salvation Army or charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

BAGG, MILDRED “MILLIE” (nee BOWLES)
Passed peacefully away at her daughter Colleen’s home, December 5, 2007, at the age of 79. Millie was predeceased by her husband, Finley and parents, Bertha and John S. Bowles. Millie leaves to mourn: daughter, Colleen Press (David) and her “precious” grandchildren Adam and Jennie, along with many friends and relatives. Special thanks to Dr. Greg Rideout for his compassion and unerring support and the Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. Funeral will be held at the St. John the Evangelist Church in Burgeo. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the online memorial guest book.

FRANCIS, ELIZABETH A.
Halfway Point, NL
May 23, 1923 - December 5, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Elizabeth A. Francis announce her passing on Wednesday, December 5^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 84. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories her son Reuben (Barb), granddaughter Mary Joanne Francis-Butt (Paul), great grandchildren: Jordan & Jeremy, special friend Hilda Francis and a large number of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph B. Francis, 1982, parents Nathaniel & Martha Hackett; sisters: Mary Ann Hickey (Jim Joe), Sarah Fewer (Gord), Monica Gallant (Phil); brothers: John N. Hackett (Rita), Joseph Hackett, Michael N. Hackett (Dorothy); father-in-law Charles Francis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, December 8^th at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, Benoits Cove, Father Bernard Buckle officiating followed by the interment at the church cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Church. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

Monday, December 10, 2007

DEATHS

WHITE, LETITIA JULIA (nee Roberts)
Rocky Hr., NL
Feb. 19^th, 1922 - Dec. 8^th, 2007
Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on Saturday, December 8^th, 2007 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre, in Norris Point, Letitia Julia White at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her family: Husband John of 56 years, daughters: Marilyn & Ford, Jackie & Kevin, and Lucinda & Hayward. Sons: Bob & Muriel, and Rod & Pearl. Her brothers: Chris, Elwood (Jenny), and Dawson (Edith). Sisters: Anne and Innis (Bob). Her sisters-in- law: Bertha Payne, Melvina White, Beulah Pittman, and Brenda (Mrs. Gerald Major), her brother in law: Jim (Dot) White. Her 10 grandchildren: Trent (Lesley), Ashley (Andrew), Melinda Ann (Dennis), Pat (Samanatha), Stacey, Corina, Clinton, Romona (Roger), Randy (Bev), and Hal (Lynn). Her 12 great-grandchildren: Christopher, Adrian, Juliann, Brady, Angel, Luke, Robert, Joshua, Jessica, Rebecca, Jacob, and Courtney. Her great-great grandchild: Paige. Mother also leaves to mourn a large number of neices, nephews, and other relatives, friends and extended families. Letitia was predeceased by her father Eli Roberts, mother Edna, nee Moss, and her step-father Charles Payne, her brother-in- law Joe, and her sister-in-law Maude. The family visitation was at the St. Matthews Anglican Church in Rocky Hr, on Saturday, hours of 7-9 p.m. and Sunday, hours of 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m and Monday, December 10^th, 2007 from the hours of 10 - 12 a.m., from where also the funeral service will take place on Monday, December 10^th, 2007 at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Olsson officating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Rocky Hr. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
‘Forever In Our Hearts’

BURSEY, TAMMY MICHELLE
Stratford, Ontario
(formerly of Corner Brook, NL)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Tammy Michelle Bursey, age 39, of Stratford, Ontario and formerly of Corner Brook, announces her passing at her home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, December 5, 2007 surrounded by her family members and a close friend, Lloyd Clarke. She was born in Toronto and was the daughter of Heber and Hazel (Pye) Oldford of Stratford. Tammy grew up in Corner Brook and moved to Stratford in 1994. She was employed at DURA Automotive in Stratford and was a former employee of Corner Brook Cooperative Society. Tammy was a devoted mother and a loyal friend to many. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband, Steve Bursey, whom she married at Corner Brook on August 14, 1992; children: Braxton and Cameron; brothers: Wade (Huldah) of Corner Brook and Michael (Jackie) of Piketon, Ohio; sister, Sherry (Roy) of Brampton, ON; mother-in-law, Pat Nolan of Corner Brook; father-in-law, Don Bursey of Corner Brook; brother-in-law, Greg (Linda) of Corner Brook; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends were received at the Heinbuck Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford on Saturday, December 8, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Relatives and friends may visit Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 from 7-9 p.m. and Wednesday, December 12, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral on Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 2 p.m. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

PYE. IRVING
Loving husband of Thelma Lockhart Pye, father to Scott, Blair and Grant. Passed away Tuesday, December 04, 2007 at St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto. Predeceased by his sisters Jean and Cora and his brother Bertram. Leaving to mourn his family and relatives including his sister Ruby. Service in celebration of his life to be held at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West, on Wednesday, December 12 at 1:00 p.m. Donations to the Salvation Army or charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

WHITE, MARGARET LILLIAN
Stephenville Crossing
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret White announce her passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center on Saturday, December 8^th, 2007 at the age of 81 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Andrew and her son George in Stephenville Crossing, her three daughters Mary (Brian) Alexander, Florence Duval (Harvey Sheppard), Elizabeth (Kevin) Bennett, all in Stephenville Crossing. Also leaving to mourn are her brothers Bernard and Fred in Stephenville Crossing, two sisters Millie in Calgary, Maisie in Stephenville, six grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased her her daughter Amelia. Cremation has taken place. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home in Stephenville Crossing on Monday, December 10^th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, December 11^th at 10 a.m. from Assumption Parish on Hospital Road in Stephenville Crossing with interment to follow at Brook Street cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to the Bay St. George Sick Children’s Foundation.

Wednesday, December 12, 2007

DEATHS

HUTCHINGS, GEORGE W.
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late George W. Hutchings announce his passing in Fort McMurray, Alberta on Friday, December 7, 2007 in his 81^st year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories eight daughters: Sarah Ogletree, St. John’s, Ann Wargo (Paul), Tennessee, Theresa Thomas (Larry), Corner Brook, Dorothy Mullaly, Fort McMurray, Barbara Manuel (Dennis), Stephenville, Mary Greene (Ray), Placentia, Cynthia Wilson (Mike), Tennessee and four sons: William (Penny Spence), Fort McMurray, John (Deb), Prince Edward Island, Joseph (Reva), Fort McMurray and James (Jackie), St. John’s. Also leaving to mourn one sister, Roseanne Peabody (Ray), Massachusetts, 18 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by his beloved wife Dorothy and grandson David. Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 13^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville. Funeral Service will take place on Friday, December 14^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

SPARKES, JOHN HAYWARD (WARD)
September 16, 1955 - December 6, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ward Sparkes announce his passing at his home in Toronto, ON on Thursday, December 6, 2007 at the age of 52 years. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories, brothers and sisters: Steve (Elaine), Greg (Eileen), Lori (Roy) Doman, Nancy (Dennis) Phipps, Brian (Kim), Sean (Gladys) and Jeff (Carolyn); Nephews: Chris, Michael, Allan, Brad; Nieces: Kristy, Nicole and Jessica; Special aunt Barbara Hurley; and a large number of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by parents Willoughby and Marie and infant sister Joanne. Cremation will take place on December 14, 2007 in Toronto, ON, with a private memorial service to follow. Sympathy and Mass cards gratefully accepted by the family.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

DEATH

HUTCHINGS, GEORGE W.
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late George W. Hutchings announce his passing in Fort McMurray, Alberta on Friday, December 7^th, 2007 in his 81^st year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, eight daughters: Sarah Ogletree, St. John’s, Ann Wargo (Paul), Tennessee, Theresa Thomas (Larry), Corner Brook, Dorothy Mullaly, Fort McMurray, Barbara Manuel (Dennis), Stephenville, Mary Greene (Ray), Placentia, Susan Hutchings of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Cynthia Wilson (Mike), Tennessee and four sons: William (Penny Spence), Fort McMurray, John (Deb), Prince Edward Island, Joseph (Reva), Fort McMurray and James (Jackie), St. John’s. Also leaving to mourn one sister, Roseanne Peabody (Ray), Massachusetts, 18 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Dorothy and grandson, David. Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 13^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville. Funeral service will take place on Friday, December 14^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Friday, December 14, 2007

DEATHS

WELLS, KATHLEEN (Nee DUNNE)
Corner Brook, NL
July 11^th, 1935 - Dec 13^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kathleen Wells announce her passing on Thursday, December 14^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 72 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband John, sons: Christopher, Corner Brook and John (Shirley), Toronto; sisters: Jean MacDonald, Stephenville, Imelda (Bob) Sparkes, Corner Brook and Theresa Dunne, Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Elizabeth (Ray) Rowe, Corner Brook, Marion (Frank) Jerger, Ontario, Eunice Wells, Corner Brook, Alice (Sim) Reid, Norris Point and Jean (Ed) Arnold, Ontario, brother-in-law Roger Wells, Ontario. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Edward and Gertrude Dunne, parents-in-law James and Fanny Wells, brother Michael Dunne and brother-in-law Jim Wells. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook on Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 17^th at 2:00 PM from the Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall with Mr. David Reid officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

COATES, NATHANIEL
Deer Lake, NL
Aug 20^th, 1933 - Dec 14^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nathaniel Coates announce his passing on Friday, December 14^th, 2007 at his family residence in Deer Lake with his loving and devoted wife of 51years Julia (nee Hughes) by his side. He also leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Amos (Ida) Coates, Barbara Ball and Terry (Jackie) Coates, son-in-law Rory Mayo, grandchildren: Jonathan (Susan) and Sarah Ball, Jessica Patey, Joshua and Jessica Coates and Jennifer Mayo, step-grandchildren: Stacy and Candice Mayo, sisters: Bessie Woodward, Millie Woodward and Keziah Woodward, brothers: Wilfred (Becky) Coates and Wyman (Catherine) Coates, brother-in-law Leslie (Barbara) Hughes, sister-in-law Phoebe Coates, caregiver Beatrice Green, devoted friends Cliff and Gladys Laing. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Brenda Mayo, son-in-law David Ball, parents Phillip and Dorcas Coates, parents-in-law Thomas and Jessie Hughes, brothers Lawrence, Hubert and Jack Coates, sister Elsie Coates, brothers-in-law Abel, George, Tom and Nick Hughes and sister-in-law Minnie Diamond. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 17^th at 2:00 PM from St. Michael and All Angels’ Anglican Church with Rev. Canon John Meade officiating. Interment to follow at the Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Michaels’ and all Angels Anglican Church Accessability Fund or to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

HUSSEY, REGINALD LEONARD
Bonne Bay, NL
July 22, 1938 - December 14, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Reginald Hussey announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, on Friday, December 14^th, 2007 at the age of 69 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife of 46 years, Glennis; sons: Robert (Jackie) and Randy (Heather); grandchildren: Kayla, Meagan, Daniel, Jeremiah, Josiah, Julia, also Kevin and Kayla Young; brother, Eric (Elizabeth); sisters: Joan, Cynthia (Al) Lodge, Doris (Tom) Sheppard, Ruth (Cyril) Kirby, Linda (Rod) Won; mother-in-law, Laura Butler; sister-in-law, Marilyn (Harold) Taylor; brothers-in-law: Bill Butler (Karen), Dave Butler (Mary), as well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and special friends Bobbi Jones and Kathy Hussey. Reg was predeceased by his parents, Val and Jean Hussey, Deer Lake; father-in-law, Reg Butler and niece, Natalie Butler. Until his retirement, he was an instructor at C.O.N.A., Reg was and active member of the community which he loved. He was Citizen of the Year in 1974, a lifetime member of the Corner Brook Kinsmen Club, served on the Regional Council of Scouts Canada, a member of the West Gate Lodge for 41 years, President of the Corner Brook Branch of V.O.N., President of NL School Tax Authorities, Chairman of Humber United Church School Board and of the Bay of Islands Integrated School Board. He was also a long serving member on the Board of Directors of NAPE. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 15^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s United Church in Deer Lake on Sunday, December 16^th at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment will follow at the Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Deer Lake Relay for Life Committee or the St. Paul’s United Church Fund. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

BOONE, SARAH (Nee Shelley)
Born April 26, 1926
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Sarah in her 82^nd year, while surrounded by her children, on December 14, 2007. As the family mourns her loss, we also celebrate her life. Predeceased by her devoted husband of 48 years, Harold Elijah; and her first born child, Theresa; her parents, Walter and Theresa (nee Tobin) Shelley. She is lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren: Kathleen (Walter Crotty) Erin and Shannon; Marilyn (Ron Schultz); Rosalie (Wayne May) Damien and Michael; Dr. Wayne Boone (Denis Guerin); Lorraine Ennis, Douglas and Tiffany; Harry (Jan Switek) Chelsea; Anthony (Elayne Wandler) Samuel and Jackson; Theresa Anne Marie (Dennis Koscielnuk) Brooke and Drew: and special caring friend and singing partner, Mary Crotty. She is also predeceased by her brothers Ned, Bill, Frank and Jack; and sisters Martina Swikert and Mary Theresa Furey. She is survived by her sisters Bridget Payne, Catherine (Kitty) Snow and brother Tom; brother-in-law Jordan Boone (Lillian). Sarah’s family would like to extend immense gratitude to the dedicated, kind and compassionate staff at the Agnes Pratt Home. Her presence will always be remembered by the many friends whose lives she touched through good times, hard times, a party, a story or a song. Sarah is resting at Caul’s Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, December 15^th and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 16^th. Funeral Mass to be held at St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent on Monday, December 17^th at 9:30 a.m. Cremation to follow, with interment at a later date in Stephenville, NL. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society and the Agnes Pratt Home. Messages of condolences may be sent to Caul’s Funeral Home by phone, card or online at www.cauls.ca

Saturday, December 15, 2007

DEATHS

HUSSEY, Reginald Leonard
Bonne Bay, NL
July 22, 1938 - December 14, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Reginald Hussey announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, on Friday, December 14^th, 2007 at the age of 69 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife of 46 years, Glennis; sons: Robert (Jackie) and Randy (Heather); grandchildren: Kayla, Meagan, Daniel, Jeremiah, Josiah, Julia, also Kevin and Kayla Young; brother, Eric (Elizabeth); sisters: Joan, Cynthia (Al) Lodge, Doris (Tom) Sheppard, Ruth (Cyril) Kirby, Linda (Rod) Won; mother-in-law, Laura Butler; sister-in-law, Marilyn (Harold) Taylor; brothers-in-law: Bill Butler (Karen), Dave Butler (Mary), as well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and special friends Bobbi Jones and Kathy Hussey. Reg was predeceased by his parents, Val and Jean Hussey, Deer Lake; father-in-law, Reg Butler and niece, Natalie Butler. Until his retirement, he was an instructor at C.O.N.A., Reg was an active member of the community which he loved. He was Citizen of the Year in 1974, a lifetime member of the Corner Brook Kinsmen Club, served on the Regional Council of Scouts Canada, a member of the West Gate Lodge for 41 years, President of the Corner Brook Branch of V.O.N., President of NL School Tax Authorities, Chairman of Humber United Church School Board and of the Bay of Islands Integrated School Board. He was also a long serving member of the Board of Directors of NAPE. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 15^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake. The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul’s United Church in Deer Lake on Sunday, December 16^th at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment will follow at the Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Deer Lake Relay for Life Committee or the St. Paul’s United Church Fund. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

BOONE, Sarah (nee Shelley)
Born April 26, 1926
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Sarah in her 82^nd year, while surrounded by her children, on December 14, 2007. As the family mourns her loss, we also celebrate her life. Predeceased by her devoted husband of 48 years, Harold Elijah; and her first born child, Theresa; her parents, Walter and Theresa (nee Tobin) Shelley. She is lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren: Kathleen (Walter Crotty) Erin and Shannon; Marilyn (Ron Schultz); Rosalie (Wayne May) Damien and Michael; Dr. Wayne Boone (Denis Guerin); Lorraine Ennis, Douglas and Tiffany; Harry (Jan Switek) Chelsea; Anthony (Elayne Wandler) Samuel and Jackson; Theresa Anne Marie (Dennis Koscielnuk) Brooke and Drew: and special caring friend and singing partner, Mary Crotty. She is also predeceased by her brothers Ned, Bill, Frank and Jack; and sisters Martina Swikert and Mary Theresa Furey. She is survived by her sisters Bridget Payne, Catherine (Kitty) Snow and brother Tom; brother-in-law Jordan Boone (Lillian). Sarah’s family would like to extend immense gratitude to the dedicated, kind and compassionate staff at the Agnes Pratt Home. Her presence will always be remembered by the many friends whose lives she touched through good times, hard times, a party, a story or a song. Sarah is resting at Caul’s Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, December 15^th and from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, December 16^th. Funeral Mass to be held at St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent on Monday, December 17^th at 9:30 a.m. Cremation to follow, with interment at a later date in Stephenville, NL. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society and the Agnes Pratt Home. Messages of condolences may be sent to Caul’s Funeral Home by phone, card or online at www.cauls.ca

Monday, December 17, 2007

DEATHS

WALSH, JAMES
5 Harbourview Crescent
Stephenville
It is with deep sadness that the family of the late James Walsh announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at the age of 67 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Geneva, his children, Robert (Cathy) of Fort McMurray, Alberta, William (Donna) and their children Melanie and Bethany of Barrie, Ontario, Janice (Tommy) and her son Roy of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and Shirley (Lorne) and their daughter Kristen of Kippens, Darlene (Craig) and Darlene’s daughter, Nicole of Kippens. Extended family, Wayne (Carmie) and their son Wayne Jr. of Stephenville and Janice (Kenny) and son Cody of Stephenville, sisters, Catherine (Jim) Miller of Stephenville, Rita Hudson (Harvey) of Stephenville, brothers, Charles (Grace) Walsh of Niagara Falls, Ontario, John Walsh of Sarnia, Ontario, Bill Walsh (Linda) of Stephenville, Francis (Lorna) Walsh of Niagara Falls, Ontario, mother-in-law, Bertha Madore and family of Stephenville. He will be greatly missed by a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and co-workers who helped him through his journey. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Mary Ann Walsh. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Monday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, December 18 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville with Cremation to follow. Interment will take place at a later date in Pasadena. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the A.L.S. Society of NL would be greatly appreciated.

COATES, NATHANIEL
Deer Lake, NL
Aug 20^th, 1933 - Dec 14^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nathaniel Coates announce his passing on Friday, December 14^th, 2007 at his family residence in Deer Lake with his loving and devoted wife of 51years Julia (nee Hughes) by his side. He also leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Amos (Ida) Coates, Barbara Ball and Terry (Jackie) Coates, son-in-law Rory Mayo, grandchildren: Jonathan (Susan) and Sarah Ball, Jessica Patey, Joshua and Jessica Coates and Jennifer Mayo, step-grandchildren: Stacy and Candice Mayo, sisters: Bessie Woodward, Millie Woodward and Keziah Woodward, brothers: Wilfred (Becky) Coates and Wyman (Catherine) Coates, brother-in-law Leslie (Barbara) Hughes, sister-in-law Phoebe Coates, caregiver Beatrice Green, devoted friends Cliff and Gladys Laing. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Brenda Mayo, son-in-law David Ball, parents Phillip and Dorcas Coates, parents-in-law Thomas and Jessie Hughes, brothers Lawrence, Hubert and Jack Coates, sister Elsie Coates, brothers-in-law Abel, George, Tom and Nick Hughes and sister-in-law Minnie Diamond. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 17^th at 2:00 PM from St. Michael and All Angels’ Anglican Church with Rev. Canon John Meade officiating. Interment to follow at the Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Michaels’ and all Angels Anglican Church Accessability Fund or to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

WELLS, KATHLEEN (Nee DUNNE)
Corner Brook, NL
July 11^th, 1935 - Dec 13^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kathleen Wells announce her passing on Thursday, December 14^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 72 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband John, sons: Christopher, Corner Brook and John (Shirley), Toronto; sisters: Jean MacDonald, Stephenville, Imelda (Bob) Sparkes, Corner Brook and Theresa Dunne, Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Elizabeth (Ray) Rowe, Corner Brook, Marion (Frank) Jerger, Ontario, Eunice Wells, Corner Brook, Alice (Sim) Reid, Norris Point and Jean (Ed) Arnold, Ontario, brother-in-law Roger Wells, Ontario. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Edward and Gertrude Dunne, parents-in-law James and Fanny Wells, brother Michael Dunne and brother-in-law Jim Wells. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook on Saturday 7-9 PM and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 17^th at 2:00 PM from the Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall with Mr. David Reid officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MILLER, GARLAND REGINALD (REG)
Corner Brook, NL
March 28^th, 1923 - December 15^th, 2007
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 15^th, 2007 Garland Reginald (Reg) Miller in his 84^th year. Leaving to mourn Jessie, his treasured wife of 58 years; daughter and son-in-law Karen and Ken Kervin; and his daughter-in-law Rosalie Miller. He was predeceased by his son Keith in 2000. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren: Krista (Gord) Marshall, Sean Kervin, Kristopher Miller and Kelly Miller, and his great-grandchildren: Brian, Jayden and Rylan Marshall. Also mourning his passing are his sisters-in-law: Marjorie (Cyril) Samms, Rene (Ralph) Batstone, Phyllis Allen, Frankie Bagg and Verna Miller, brother-in-law John (Helen) Bagg. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Monday and Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 19^th at 2:00 PM from St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Curling with Rev. John Hounsell-Drover officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy donations gratefully accepted to the Kidney Foundation or a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

TILLER, ROBERT SAMUEL
Corner Brook, NL
February 16^th, 1949 - December 16^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Robert Samuel Tiller announce his passing on Sunday, December 16^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 58 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 37 years Jenny, children: Tina Tiller (Sylvian Landry), Angela Tiller and Robert Tiller (Heather Jennings), two special grandchildren: Hillary Tiller and Frederik Landry, brothers: Norman (Mabel) Tiller and Ralph Tiller, sister Martha (Gary) Knight, sister-in-law Sharon Tiller, parents-in-law Alexander and Mary Jean Parsons. As well as a large circle of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Lizzie Tiller, brothers Eric and Harry. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue on Monday and Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Cremation will take place on Wednesday at Humber Valley Crematorium. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 20^th at 2:00 PM from the Humber United Church with Rev. Kathy Brett officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Clinic at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be may be through our websitewww.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

DEATHS

MILLER, GARLAND REGINALD (REG)
Corner Brook, NL
March 28^th, 1923 - December 15^th, 2007
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 15^th, 2007 Garland Reginald (Reg) Miller in his 84^th year. Leaving to mourn Jessie, his treasured wife of 58 years; daughter and son-in-law Karen and Ken Kervin; and his daughter-in-law Rosalie Miller. He was predeceased by his son Keith in 2000. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren: Krista (Gord) Marshall, Sean Kervin, Kristopher Miller and Kelly Miller, and his great-grandchildren: Brian, Jayden and Rylan Marshall. Also mourning his passing are his sisters-in-law: Marjorie (Cyril) Samms, Rene (Ralph) Batstone, Phyllis Allen, Frankie Bagg and Verna Miller, brother-in-law John (Helen) Bagg. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Monday and Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 19^th at 2:00 PM from St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Curling with Rev. John Hounsell-Drover officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy donations gratefully accepted to the Kidney Foundation or a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

TILLER, ROBERT SAMUEL
Corner Brook, NL
February 16^th, 1949 - December 16^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Robert Samuel Tiller announce his passing on Sunday, December 16^th, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 58 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 37 years Jenny, children: Tina Tiller (Sylvian Landry), Angela Tiller and Robert Tiller (Heather Jennings), two special grandchildren: Hillary Tiller and Frederik Landry, brothers: Norman (Mabel) Tiller and Ralph Tiller, sister Martha (Gary) Knight, sister-in-law Sharon Tiller, parents-in-law Alexander and Mary Jean Parsons. As well as a large circle of brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Robert and Lizzie Tiller, brothers Eric and Harry. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue on Monday and Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Cremation will take place on Wednesday at Humber Valley Crematorium. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 20^th at 2:00 PM from the Humber United Church with Rev. Kathy Brett officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Clinic at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be may be through our website www.fillatre.ca

WOOLRIDGE, CECIL CLAUDE
Howley, NL
Sept. 23, 1944 - Dec. 15, 2007
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends Cecil Claude Woolridge at the Western Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook, on Saturday December 15^th, 2007 in his 63 year. Left with wonderful memories are his wife of 40 years Juanita nee (Wheeler), daughters: Vicki, Mary-Anne (Perry Broughton ). and Michelle (Raymond Hillier), his grandchildren: Amy, Rebecca, Jordan, Ralene, Regan, Noah, and Nickolas. Sisters: Elva (Angus MacDonald), Nellie (Cecil Blundell), Mable (Blair Howell), Margaret (Robert Strand), and Shirley (Dan Bergeron). Brothers: Lorenzo (Mable), and Elias (Brenda). Cecil will be sadly missed by a large circle of family and friends who had the privilege of knowing him. Waiting to welcome him home are his parents Elias and Ida, his brothers Frank, Gordie, and Samuel, his sister Mary, nephew Trent, mother and father-in-law James and Bonnie Wheeler, and his brother-in-law Lloyd. He was a courageous man who fought till he could fight no longer. His father was so proud of him. He knew he had raised a hard working family man. Go rest high on that mountain so your work on Earth is through ........ The family received family and friends from the Howley United Church in Howley Sunday, December 16^th, 2007 from the hours of 8-9 pm and on Monday, December 17^th, 2007 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm, from where also the funeral service will take place from today Tuesday December 18^th 2007 at 2:00 pm with Rev: Andrew Wright officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Howley. In lieu of flowers donations to the Howley United Church and or a Charity of one ‘s choice would be gratefully accepted. The Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
Go Rest High On That Mountain Son Your Work On Earth Is Through ....

BOURGEOIS, JOSEPH (KEVIN)
Port au Port
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph (Kevin) Bourgeois announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Friday, December 14, 2007 at the age of 76 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Ruby, three sons: Kevin (Sharon) Bourgeois of Port au Port, Danny (Heather) Bourgeois of Brampton, Ontario, Con Bourgeois of Port au Port, two daughters: Wanda (Paddy) Martin of Port au Port, Pauline Bourgeois of Brampton, Ontario, one sister, Phyllis Marche of Kippens, six grandchildren: Alexandra, Krystal, Emma, Joseph, Emili, Colin and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Isaac and Adelia Bourgeois, brothers, Larry, Douglas and sister Vita. Cremation has taken place at Russell’s Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, December 19^th, at 11:00 a.m. at Russell’s Funeral Home Chapel, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville with Father Maurice O’Quinn and Captain Pamela Pinksen officiating. Interment to follow in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Nfld. and Labrador Parkinson’s Association would be greatly appreciated.

RUBIA, RAYMOND MICHAEL
17 T.C.H., St. Jude’s, NL
Feb. 19, 1951 - Dec. 14, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Raymond Michael Rubia announce his sudden passing at the Western Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook on Friday December 14^th, 2007, in his 56 year. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his son Kenneth Dunne, his mother Rita Keating of Stephenville Crossing, his Father Don Banifield of Stephenville, his brothers: Roy (Faye), Junie (Dale), Randy (Joanne), Ricky (Lisa), Joey (Betty Lou), Garry (Janet), and Gerry (Amanda), all of Stephenville Crossing, his sisters: Marie (Gerry), and Sherry (Ricky), both of New Brunswick his half brother Dick Banifield of Barachois Brook, his sister-in-law Violet Rubia with whom he resided with his nieces: Emily Tustin, Dianne (Mrs. Wayne Alexander), Melissa (Mrs. David Osmond), Robin Tustin, and April Tustin, his nephews: Michael Rubia, Isadore Jr. (Crystal) Rubia, Bradly Osmond, John Tustin, Tyler Bennett, and Rocky Judge. Also leaves to mourn a large circle of other relatives and friends. Raymond was predeceased by his brother and best friend Isadore, and his brother Reg. The family received family and friends from Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, Sunday December 16^th 2007 from the hours of 7-9 pm and on Monday December 17th 2007 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place today, Tuesday December 18^th 2007 at 10:00 am from the Immaculate Roman Catholic Church in Deer Lake, with Fr. Adian Devine officiating with the interment to follow at the Interdenominational Church cemetery in Deer Lake. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsons funeralhome.com
“Forever in our Hearts “

Wednesday, December 19, 2007

DEATHS

HEWITT, COLIN
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Colin Hewitt announce his passing at his residence on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at the age of 77 years. He will be sadly missed by three sons: Jamie (Bernie) Hewitt of North Carolina, Thomas (Vanda) Hewitt of Kippens, Spencer (Angie) Hewitt of Kitchener, Ontario, one daughter, Phyllis (Gary) O’Quinn of Stephenville, one brother, Thomas (Maude) Hewitt of Joe Batt’s Arm, seven grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Simon Peter and Essley Hewitt. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Friday, December 21^st at 11:00 a.m. at St. Augustine’s Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville with cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

YOUNG, MARIAH BERNICE (NEE: HARRIS)
Heatherton, NL
May 18, 1955 - December 15, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mariah Young announce her passing on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at the QE II Hospital, Halifax, NS at the age of 52 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Alphonsus; children: Kenneth (Connie), St. George’s, Amanda Young (Brad Hynes), Lark Harbour, Angela (James) King, Corner Brook, Ashley Young, Heatherton, Holly (Michael Matchem), Edmonton, AB; brothers: Arthur (Violet) Harris, Heatherton, James (Regina) Harris, Jeffrey’s, Allen Harris, St. George’s, Raymond (Jenny) Harris, ON; sister: Dorothy Harris (Stephen Ryan), Stephenville; special granddaughter “Our Little Weed” Emily Young, grandson: Jeremy Dennis, Mother-in-law: Emma Mae Young, Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her mother Myrtle Harris (nee. Lace), father Frederick Harris and sister Ethel Harris. Friends may visit St. George’s Anglican Church, Robinsons on Thursday, Dec. 20 from 12 noon ’til 1:30 p.m., from where funeral services will take place at 2 p.m. with Reverend Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, NL Chapter. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca    Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

GALLANT, MARIE
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marie Gallant announces her passing at the J.I. O’Connell Centre on December 17, 2007 at the age of 82 years. She was predeceased by her husband, Gregory. She leaves to mourn, nephews: Phillip, Enda and Gregory. Cremation has taken place. Interment at a later date. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

FILLATRE, WILLIAM (BILL) FRANCIS
Stephenville Crossing, NL
September 20, 1940 - December 18, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Fillatre announce his passing on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 20, 1940. Bill is survived by his three daughters: Lisa (Darren Palmer), Lana (Barry) Reid, and Leigh (Brian) Young, six beautiful grandchildren: Brandon, Laiken, Janna, Cassie, Brianna and Brooklyn of Fort McMurray, Alberta. His mother Laura Hunt, his brothers: Winston (Louise), David (Karen), and Allison; sisters: Anne (Bill), Helen (Joe), Ruby (Gerry) and Starr (Tony) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill is also survived by his special friend Doris Swyer. He was predeceased by his father Gerald, sister Rose, and grandson Jordon. Bill worked for Syncrude Canada Ltd. up until his retirement in 1995. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, West Street Stephenville Crossing on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place from All Saints Anglican Church in Stephenville Crossing on Friday, December 21^st at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow in the Anglican Cemetery in Stephenville Crossing. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association in support of his granddaughter Janna. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca     Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

WILLIAMS, MARY FRANCES
Three Rock Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Frances Williams announce her passing at her residence in Three Rock Cove on Sunday, December 16, 2007 at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by four sons: Isaac (Edna) of Three Rock Cove, Wayne (Evelyn) of Three Rock Cove, Peter of Kitchener, Ontario, Paul Jr. of Three Rock Cove, one daughter, Lorraine of Kitchener, Ontario, one brother, Edward Duffney of Ontario, one sister, Jenny Childs of Boswarlos and grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul Williams, her mother, Julia Barter and daughter, Marie. Friends may call at St. Philomena’s Chapel, Three Rock Cove on Thursday from 4-9 p.m. and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, December 22 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Philomena’s Chapel, Three Rock Cove with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Three Rock Cove. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell’s Funeral Home, Stephenville.

Thursday, December 20, 2007

DEATHS

FILLATRE, WILLIAM (BILL) FRANCIS
Stephenville Crossing, NL
September 20, 1940 - December 18, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Fillatre announce his passing on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born September 20, 1940. Bill is survived by his three daughters: Lisa (Darren Palmer), Lana (Barry) Reid, and Leigh (Brian) Young, six beautiful grandchildren: Brandon, Laiken, Janna, Cassie, Brianna and Brooklyn of Fort McMurray, Alberta. His mother Laura Hunt, his brothers: Winston (Louise), David (Karen), and Allison; sisters: Anne (Bill), Helen (Joe), Ruby (Gerry) and Starr (Tony) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill is also survived by his special friend Doris Swyer. He was predeceased by his father Gerald, sister Rose, and grandson Jordon. Bill worked for Syncrude Canada Ltd. up until his retirement in 1995. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, West Street Stephenville Crossing on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place from All Saints Anglican Church in Stephenville Crossing on Friday, December 21^st at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow in the Anglican Cemetery in Stephenville Crossing. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association in support of his granddaughter Janna. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca     Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

SPARROW, REGINA (JEAN)
Curling, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jean Sparrow announce her passing on Wednesday, December 19^th, 2007 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter: Joan Sparrow and partner, Bruce; three granddaughters: Tina, Cynthia and Angel; three great grandsons: Cory, William and Rodney; sister: Theresa Hunt; brothers: Bill (Molly) Brake, Bern (Audrey) Brake and Dave (Dot) Brake; special friend and sister-in-law: Molly Byrne; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Frank, July 25^th, 2005; parents: Ralph Brake and Elizabeth (Benoit) Brake; brothers: Mike, Kevin and Aloysius. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 21^st at 10:30 A.M. from Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Curling, Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Renal Dialysis Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

YOUNG, MARIAH BERNICE (nee) HARRIS
Heatherton, NL
May 18, 1955 - December 15, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mariah Young announce her passing on Saturday, December 15, 2007 at the QE II Hospital, Halifax, NS at the age of 52 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Alphonsus; children: Kenneth (Connie), St. George’s, Amanda Young (Brad Hynes), Lark Harbour, Angela (James) King, Corner Brook, Ashley Young, Heatherton, Holly (Michael Matchem), Edmonton, AB; brothers: Arthur (Violet) Harris, Heatherton, James (Regina) Harris, Jeffrey’s, Allen Harris, St. George’s, Raymond (Jenny) Harris, ON; sister: Dorothy Harris (Stephen Ryan), Stephenville; special granddaughter “Our Little Weed” Emily Young, grandson: Jeremy Dennis, Mother-in-law: Emma Mae Young, Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her mother Myrtle Harris (nee. Lace), father Frederick Harris and sister Ethel Harris. Friends may visit St. George’s Anglican Church, Robinsons on Thursday, Dec. 20 from 12 noon ’til 1:30 p.m., from where funeral services will take place at 2 p.m. with Reverend Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, NL Chapter. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca    Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

EARLE, JOHN ELDON (POP)
Gillams, NL
March 24, 1916 - December 18, 2007
Passed peacefully away at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, with his loving family by his side, on December 18, 2007, John Eldon Earle in his 92^nd year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his devoted wife of 69 years, Hazel (Cutler); adopted son, Derick (Betty) Brake; adopted daughter, Nina (Ted) Swyer; grandchildren: Debbie (Melvin) Sears, Barry (Cynthia) Brake, Donna (Rick) Baldwin, Wade (Lisa) Swyer, Kathy (David) Strickland, Dawn (Ronald) Hazelwood, and Janet (Eugene) Hazelwood; great grandchildren: Chantelle, Sherwin (Lynette), Elizabeth Jane, Tyler (Jessica), Candace, Stacey, Parker, Stefany, Benjamin, Jack, Mitchell, Jake, Benjamin, Jonathan, Cheryl, Clinton, Spencer and Justin; sister, Rita Perry, sister-in-law, Jessie Farnell; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his adopted daughter, Ula; sisters: Beatrice, Doris and Lilymae; and brother, William. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from where the funeral service will take place on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Leslie Bedoe and John Hiltz officiating. Interment at the Non-denominational Cemetery, Batstone’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the 5^th Floor Enhancement Fund at Western Memorial Regional Hospital or St. Luke’s Unit at the Interfaith Home. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Friday, December 21, 2007

DEATHS

EARLE, JOHN ELDON (POP)
Gillams, NL
March 24, 1916 - December 18, 2007
Passed peacefully away at the Corner Brook Interfaith Home, with his loving family by his side, on December 18, 2007, John Eldon Earle in his 92^nd year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his devoted wife of 69 years, Hazel (Cutler); adopted son, Derick (Betty) Brake; adopted daughter, Nina (Ted) Swyer; grandchildren: Debbie (Melvin) Sears, Barry (Cynthia) Brake, Donna (Rick) Baldwin, Wade (Lisa) Swyer, Kathy (David) Strickland, and Janet (Eugene) Hazelwood; great grandchildren: Chantelle, Sherwin (Lynette), Elizabeth Jane, Tyler (Jessica), Candace, Stacey, Parker, Stefany, Ben, Jack, Mitchell, Jake, Benjamin, Jonathan, Cheryl Dawn (Ronald) Hazelwood, Clinton, Spencer and Justin; sister, Rita Perry, sister-in-law, Jessie Farnell; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his adopted daughter, Ula; sisters: Beatrice, Doris and Lilymae; and brother, William. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, December 20, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from where the funeral service will take place on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Leslie Bedoe and John Hiltz officiating. Interment at the Non-denominational Cemetery, Batstone’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the 5^th Floor Enhancement Fund at Western Memorial Regional Hospital or St. Luke’s Unit at the Interfaith Home. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
“Life’s Work Well Done”

HICKEY, SYLVIA EDITH
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sylvia Hickey announce her sudden passing on Wednesday, December 19^th, 2007 at the age of 74 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: daughters; Joanne (Tony) Griffin, Corner Brook, and Laura (Glen) White, Labrador City; son: Glenn, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Jason, Jonathan, Jordan, Amanda, Angela, Mark and Jeff; one sister: Joan Hutchings (Clyde), Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Laura Chaffey, London, ON, Elizabeth Boyd (Ray), Margaret Hepditch (Leo), Mona Fraser (Carl), Winnie Hickey, Verna Hickey, all residing in Corner Brook and Margaret Hickey, Vancouver, BC; brothers-in-law: Jim (Yvonne) Hickey, Corner Brook, Ron Hickey, Marystown and Raymond Batten, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by her husband Joseph, March 1, 2001; parents: Archibald and Eliza McLellan; brothers: Frederick, Donald and Reginald McLellan; sisters: Madeline Jones and Hazel Meiwald and nephew Archibald McLellan. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 22^nd, at 10:30 A.M. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road. Father Joseph Kelly officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

SPARROW, REGINA (JEAN)
Curling, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jean Sparrow announce her passing on Wednesday, December 19^th, 2007 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter: Joan Sparrow and partner, Bruce; three granddaughters: Tina, Cynthia and Angel; three great grandsons: Cory, William and Rodney; sister: Theresa Hunt; brothers: Bill (Molly) Brake, Bern (Audrey) Brake and Dave (Dot) Brake; special friend and sister-in-law: Molly Byrne; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Frank, July 25^th, 2005; parents: Ralph Brake and Elizabeth (Benoit) Brake; brothers: Mike, Kevin and Aloysius. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 21^st at 10:30 A.M. from Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, Curling, Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Renal Dialysis Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, December 22, 2007

DEATHS

DOODY, UNA MARY (nee NOSEWORTHY)
February 12, 1931 - December 21, 2007
The family of Una Doody announce her passing at the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, December 21, 2007 in the presence of her family at the age of 76 years. She will be sadly missed by loving and devoted children: Annette, with whom she resided, Shawn (Dawn), Dave (Maureen), Derek (Elizabeth), Karen (Dave), Brian (Rosemarie); treasured grandchildren Heather, Karen, Jimmy, Matthew, Jennifer, Stephanie, Philip, Scott, Mark, Ryan, Sarah, Rebecca, Timothy, Julie & Jessica; sisters Valda (Floyd Allen), Carol Hillier, Shirley (Kent Manuel), Sandra Beaton (Ray); brothers Dave (Shirley), Fred (Mary), Don. Sisters-in-law Etta Conway, Agnes (Mike Corcoran), Doris (Ken Johnson), Shirley Doody. Brothers-in-law Msgr. James Doody, John (Yvonne), Jeff Flynn & Sid Shears, as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by son Terry, husband Bernard, parents Rendell & Jessie Noseworthy, sisters Rhoda & Joan. The Funeral Liturgy will be Sunday, December 23^rd at 2:00 p.m. from All Hallows Church, Monsignor Edwin Gale officiating, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue Saturday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Centre, Western Region, WMRH, 4^th floor Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

TAPP, JAMES ROBERT (BOB)
Pasadena, NL
January 7^th, 1933 - December 21^st, 2007
Passed peacefully away on Friday, December 21^st, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, James Robert Tapp in his 75^th year. Left to celebrate his life his wife June, three daughters: Laura Jackson, Toronto, ON, Ellen (Curtis) Abbott, Douglas, NB and Susan (Gary) Wilson, Calgary, AB, five grandchildren: Diana, Katie, Stephen, Krystal and Jennifer, one great-granddaughter Summer, three brothers: William, Ambrose (Shirley), Corner Brook and Victor Upshall, Pasadena, three sisters: Ada Short, Pasadena, Melida (John) Innis, Goose Bay and Myrtle (Austin) Brake, Corner Brook. As well as many extended family and special friends. He was predeceased by his father James Douglas, mother Mary Naomi, sisters Anne, Katherine, Jessie, Evelyn and Jane, brothers Benjamin and Ernest. Friends may visit St. David of Wales Anglican Church, Pasadena on Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM from where the funeral service will take place on Sunday, December 23^rd at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Roberta Woodman officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium with the interment on Monday, December 24^th at 11:00 AM from the Anglican Cemetery, Pasadena. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. David of Wales Anglican Church Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

NOSEWORTHY, ROY
Corner Brook, NL
Passed away at the J.I. O’Connell Centre, with his loving family by his side, on December 21, 2007, Roy Noseworthy at the age of 77 years. He was a long time employee of the City of Corner Brook, a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of the United Commercial Travellers. Leaving to mourn yet, with gratitude for such a wonderful man, four daughters: Ann (Bill) of Ottawa, Jocelyn (Kevin) of Corner Brook (with whom he resided), Brenda (George) of Texas and Daphane (David) of Ottawa; two sons: Jerome (Colette) of Dartmouth and John (Jennifer) of North West Territories; eleven granddaughters: Heather Oxford of Ottawa, Jennifer (Cory) Williams, Jaclyn Jacobs all of Corner Brook, Andrea and Ashley Noseworthy of Dartmouth, Nadine, Katie and Julie Philpott of Texas, Laura, Victoria and Emily Sandre of Ottawa; only grandson, Joshua John Roy Jacobs of Corner Brook; great granddaughters: Alexandra and Megan Williams or Corner Brook, and Kaylie Philpott of Texas; sister, Jessie (Reg) Payne of Cox’s Cove; brothers: Leonard (Edna) of Howley and William (Margie) of Cox’s Cove; sisters-in-law: Mercedes (William) Wells and Mary (James) Park of Corner Brook; and numerous other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, December 27, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A private family service will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, December 28, 2007 with Father Don Leonard officiating. At his request, cremation will follow. He will be laid to rest with his wife, Josephine, who predeceased him in 2001.
A golden heart stopped beating
Hard working hands at rest
Gone are the days of sickness, pain and fear
Loneliness is no more.
It will be a blue Christmas without you, Dad. We love you.

HICKEY, SYLVIA EDITH
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sylvia Hickey announce her sudden passing on Wednesday, December 19^th, 2007 at the age of 74 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: daughters; Joanne (Tony) Griffin, Corner Brook, and Laura (Glen) White, Labrador City; son: Glenn, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Jason, Jonathan, Jordan, Amanda, Angela, Mark and Jeff; one sister: Joan Hutchings (Clyde), Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Laura Chaffey, London, ON, Elizabeth Boyd (Ray), Margaret Hepditch (Leo), Mona Fraser (Carl), Winnie Hickey, Verna Hickey, all residing in Corner Brook and Margaret Hickey, Vancouver, BC; brothers-in-law: Jim (Yvonne) Hickey, Corner Brook, Ron Hickey, Marystown and Raymond Batten, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by her husband Joseph, March 1, 2001; parents: Archibald and Eliza McLellan; brothers: Frederick, Donald and Reginald McLellan; sisters: Madeline Jones and Hazel Meiwald and nephew Archibald McLellan. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 22^nd, at 10:30 A.M. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road. Father Joseph Kelly officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Monday, December 24, 2007

DEATHS

JONES, DARRYL LESTER
Deer Lake, NL
April 29^th, 1947 - December 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Darryl Jones announce his passing on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007 at his family residence in Deer at the age of 60 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his brother David (Daphne), Deer Lake; sisters: Marina McRae, Ontario and Roxanne (Wayne) Halfyard, Deer Lake, (Lachelle and Alicia), nieces and nephews: Sharron (Skye and Rikki), Georgina and Jason, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Leonard and Viola Jones, brothers Terry and Ross, sisters Brada and Margaret. Visitation was held at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Sunday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 24^th at 10:30 AM from St. Paul’s United Church with Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the family. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

PIKE, ETHEL EMMA BLACKLER
Corner Brook, NL
October 31^st, 1927 - December 22^nd, 2007
Passed away peacefully at the Interfaith Home For Seniors on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007, Ethel Emma Blackler Pike (nee Williams) in her 80^th year. Leaving to mourn her 4 children: Fred (Maxine) Blackler, Louise (Charlie) Smith, Judy (Bill) Caravan and George (Shelley) Blackler, 7 grandchildren: Lisa, Sherry, Crystal, Carson, Kim, Matthew and Edward, 1 step-granddaughter Sarah, 6 great-grandchildren: Tara, Daniel, Marlie, Riley, Liam and Ethan, sisters: Olive Hunt, Marjorie (Everett) Barriault, Verna (Lloyd) Buckle and Elizabeth (Phonse) Keough, brothers: Fred (Winnie) Williams, Dave (Phyllis) Williams and Ray (Linda) Williams, brother-in-law Rex Park, special friends Vivian and Vera Brake. As well as a large number of nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband Edward Blackler and her second husband Edward Pike, parents Frederick and Gladys Williams brother Albert Williams and sister Julia Park. Friends visited Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Saturday from the hours of 7-9 PM and on Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 24^th at 10:00 AM from the Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Paul Casey officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca
Mom, memories of you will be with us forever. You were a perfect example of what any mom should be. We will sure miss you.

PARSONS, HANNAH EVELYN
Mt. Moriah, NL
June 19, 1941 – Dec. 21, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hannah Parsons announces her passing at the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, December 21, 2007 at the age of 66 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband of 48 years, Ted; daughters: Sharon (Terry) of Mississauga, ON and Colleen (Lew) of Corner Brook; son, Glenn (Janet) of Alberta; grandchildren: Holly (Kevin), Lee (Angie), Rebecca, Nicole, Ashley (Jeremy), Cody and Chelsea; sisters: Mary Bullen, Sheila Travers, Madeline Huxter, Dorothy (Dot) Power and Meta Power; brother, Gordon Power; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Florence Power and grandson, Andrew. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, December 23, 2007 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday, December 24, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. from St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Curling with Rev. John Hounsell Drover officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Society, the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one’s choice. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

TAPP, JAMES ROBERT (BOB)
Pasadena, NL
January 7^th, 1933 - December 21^st, 2007
Passed peacefully away on Friday, December 21^st, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, James Robert Tapp in his 75^th year. Left to celebrate his life his wife June, three daughters: Laura Jackson, Toronto, ON, Ellen (Curtis) Abbott, Douglas, NB and Susan (Gary) Wilson, Calgary, AB, five grandchildren: Diana, Katie, Stephen, Krystal and Jennifer, one great-granddaughter Summer, three brothers: William, Ambrose (Shirley), Corner Brook and Victor Upshall, Pasadena, three sisters: Ada Short, Pasadena, Melida (John) Innis, Goose Bay and Myrtle (Austin) Brake, Corner Brook. As well as many extended family and special friends. He was predeceased by his father James Douglas, mother Mary Naomi, sisters Anne, Katherine, Jessie, Evelyn and Jane, brothers Benjamin and Ernest. Friends may visit St. David of Wales Anglican Church, Pasadena on Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM from where the funeral service will take place on Sunday, December 23^rd at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Roberta Woodman officiating. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium with the interment on Monday, December 24^th at 11:00 AM from the Anglican Cemetery, Pasadena. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. David of Wales Anglican Church Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MITCHELL, KIMBERLEY J.
John’s Beach, NL
December 1^st, 1963 - December 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kimberley Mitchell announce her passing on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 44 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Arch, children Ryan and Sara, sister Debbie (Gerry) Burton, brother Bob (Leona) Batstone, nephew Evan Burton, nieces Martina Hackett and Kerri-lee Batstone, mother-in-law Rhoda Mitchell (friend Eric Compagnon), sister-in-law Cynthia (Dave) Walsh, aunts and uncles: Bernice Tilley, William Mahar, Ellen Parsons, Fred (Hilda) Mitchell, Mary Morris and Roy (Myra) Dennis, special friends Patty Sheppard and Joanne Chaytor. As well as a large circle of cousins, other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents Hayward and Marguerite Batstone and father-in-law Frank Mitchell. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on, Monday, December 24^th 2-4 PM and Wednesday, December 26^th 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 27^th at 2:00 PM from St. Ambrose Anglican Church, John’s Beach with Rev. Nellie Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

GULLAGE, SAMUEL "JOHN"
Corner Brook, NL
December 31^st, 1929 - December 21^st, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Gullage announce his passing on Friday, December 21^st, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook in his 78^th year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his beloved wife of 49 years, Ruby (nee Lundrigan), treasured children Dera (Jim) Burton of St. John’s, Elizabeth (Scott) Walters of Corner Brook, Peter (Elaine) Gullage of Corner Brook, Donald (Louise) Gullage of Paradise, precious grandchildren, Ian and Katie Walters of Corner Brook, Jordan and Holly Gullage of Corner Brook, Hunter and Nathan Gullage and Mandy McGrath of Paradise, as well as a large circle of friends, nephews, nieces and other relatives. He is survived by brother, Kie (Pearl) Gullage of Corner Brook and sister, Elaine (Ross) Coates of London, Ontario, in-laws Eva Jennings, Harold Lundrigan, Evelyn and Roy Brown, Mary and Reg Finn, Jean and Russ Wilson, Jo and Bill Kennedy, Tom Lundrigan (Peggy) and Effie and Ralph Humble. He was predeceased by his parents, Hezekiah and Jessie Gullage, brothers Fred and George (Mildred), sister Maude (Earle) Churchill, brothers-in-law, Arthur, Maxwell and William Lundrigan, Frank Jennings and sisters-in-law Doris Gullage, Edith, Enith and Shirley Lundrigan. The family received family and friends at Fillatre’s Funeral Home at St. Mark’s Avenue on Saturday, December 22^nd from 7 - 9 p.m. and on Sunday, December 23^rd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday, December 24^th at St. John the Evangelist Cathedral on Main Street, Corner Brook at 10:30 a.m. with Archbishop Stewart Payne officiating. Interment will follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation made through our website www.fillatre.ca

DOODY, UNA MARY (nee Noseworthy)
February 12, 1931 - December 21, 2007
The family of Una Doody announce her passing at the Palliative Care Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, December 21, 2007 in the presence of her family at the age of 76 years. She will be sadly missed by loving and devoted children: Annette, with whom she resided, Shawn (Dawn), Dave (Maureen), Derek (Elizabeth), Karen (Dave), Brian (Rosemarie); treasured grandchildren Heather, Karen, Jimmy, Matthew, Jennifer, Stephanie, Philip, Scott, Mark, Ryan, Sarah, Rebecca, Timothy, Julie & Jessica; sisters Valda (Floyd Allen), Carol Hillier, Shirley (Kent Manuel), Sandra Beaton (Ray), Ruby (Stephan); brothers Dave (Shirley), Fred (Mary), Don. Sisters-in-law Etta Conway, Agnes (Mike Corcoran), Doris (Ken Johnson), Shirley Doody. Brothers-in-law Msgr. James Doody, John (Yvonne), Jeff Flynn & Sid Shears, as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by son Terry, husband Bernard, parents Rendell & Jessie Noseworthy, sisters Rhoda & Joan. The Funeral Liturgy was Sunday, December 23rd at 2:00 p.m. from All Hallows Church, Monsignor Edwin Gale officiating, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends visited Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue Saturday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Centre, Western Region, WMRH, 4^th floor Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

LODGE, VIOLET nee (Troke)
Deer Lake, NL
July 28^th, 1922 - December 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Violet Lodge announce her passing on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Palliative Care Unit, Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 65 years Adolphus, children: Daphne Dureke (Ernest), Corner Brook, Albert (Cynthia), Deer Lake, Gerald (Ruby), Howley, Wayne (Phyllis), Deer Lake and Jackie Young (Robert Hussey), Deer Lake; grandchildren: John (Lori), James (Arlene), Wanda (James), Wendy (John), Wayne (Cortney), Dianne (Conrad), Sonya (Byron), Susan (Jason), Shelley, Andy (Pamela), Angie (Stephen), Kayla and Kevin; great-grandchildren: Michael, Lexxie, Jessica, James, Parker, Jillian, Kassidy, Kiley, Daniel, Ethan, Jorja, Logan, Erin, Cain, Matthew, Emily, Ryan and Andrew, sister Hettie (Maxwell) Granter, special niece Jean Porter and Meagan and Daniel Hussey, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her daughter Judy, sisters Kate and Minnie. Visitation was held at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Sunday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 24^th at 2:00 PM from the Salvation Army Citadel with Major Lindsay Oxford officiating. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army Cemetery, High Street. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Vera Perlin Association for Community Living, The Canadian Cancer Society or to The Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Palliative Care Unit. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, December 25, 2007 and Wednesday, December 26, 2007

The Western Star offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 25, 2007 and Wednesday, December 26, 2007 for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. All offices will be open on Thursday, December 27.

Thursday, December 27, 2007

DEATHS

MITCHELL, KIMBERLEY J.
John’s Beach, NL
December 1^st, 1963 - December 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kimberley Mitchell announce her passing on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 44 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Arch, children Ryan and Sara, sister Debbie (Gerry) Burton, brother Bob (Leona) Batstone, nephew Evan Burton, nieces Martina Hackett and Kerri-lee Batstone, mother-in-law Rhoda Mitchell (friend Eric Compagnon), sister-in-law Cynthia (Dave) Walsh, aunts and uncles: Bernice Tilley, William Mahar, Ellen Parsons, Fred (Hilda) Mitchell, Mary Morris and Roy (Myra) Dennis, special friends Patty Sheppard and Joanne Chaytor. As well as a large circle of cousins, other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her parents Hayward and Marguerite Batstone and father-in-law Frank Mitchell. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on, Monday, December 24^th 2-4 PM and Wednesday, December 26^th 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 27^th at 2:00 PM from St. Ambrose Anglican Church, John’s Beach with Rev. Nellie Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BARRY, EVANGELINE
Corner Brook, NL
Aug 20, 1917 - Dec 24, 2007
Evangeline Barry (nee Coleman) passed peacefully in her ninety-first year, on Monday, December 24, 2007. Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Barry, loving mother of Mary Carolyn (John Hart), Joan (Seymour Sears), and John (Mary). Proud grandmother of Stephen and Michael Hart; Barry, Ellen and John Sears; and Patricia, Catherine and Clare Barry. Sister of Dorothea Dunphy (Ron); sister-in-law of Isabella Barry. Predeceased by her parents Peter and Bridget Coleman, her sisters, Mary Daly and Rita Goodridge, and brother Wilfred Coleman. Vange was born in Badger on August 20, 1917, and moved to Corner Brook with her family in 1925. She worked with Bowater’s until marrying Jack Barry in 1947. Vange was well known and loved member of the Curling and Corner Brook community throughout her life. She gave countless hours of her time volunteering with NONIA, CNIB, and the Hospital Gift Shop. Vange will also be remembered by many members of the community who were recipients of her kindness and generosity. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Glen Abbott and Karen McLeod, whose efforts allowed her to remain in the comfort of her home. Visitation will take place from Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, on Saturday, December 29^th at 10:30 A.M. . In lieu of flowers, donations to Immaculate Heart of Mary School or the CNIB. Mass Cards appreciated. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BRAKE, BONNEAL (Bon) McCLOUD
Aug 7, 1936 - Dec 26, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bon Brake announce his passing on Wednesday, December 26^th at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 71 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his best friend and companion, Clara House; sister: Margaret (George) Batstone, Cormack; nieces: Doreen (Ernest) Hann, Corner Brook, Carolyn (Tony) Robertson, Petrolia, ON, Tryphena (Jim) Dyck, Corner Brook and Glenda Michoud (friend, Dave), Meadows; the House family: Alice (John), George (friend, Joy), Jerome (Jessie), Margaret (Danny), Chris (Sandi), Dana (friend, Scott), Keith Cox (friend, Billy-Jo), and special family friends, Mary and Michelle, as well as a large circle of extended family, relatives and friends. Friends may visit Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Meadows on Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Malcolm Palmer officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Church Memorial Fund or to the family. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

RUMBOLT, MYRTLE CLARA
Mountainview Estates
Corner Brook, NL
(formerly of Deer Lake, NL)
Jan 10, 1927 - Dec 25^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Myrtle Rumbolt announce her passing on Tuesday, December 25^th, 2007 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her six children: June (George) Krueger, Rose Power, Eugene (Wanda) Rumbolt, Myra (Chris) Lush, Wade Rumbolt and Maurice (Michelle) Rumbolt; 10 grandchildren: Jamie and Jeffery Krueger, Cory and Danica Power, Sylvia and Sheri Rumbolt, Jody and Jeremy Lush, William Rumbolt and Lisa Rumbolt Bryenton; six great grandchildren: Christopher Lush, Brianna Power, Logan and MacKenzie Krueger, Tristian Lush and Parker Goodyear; sisters: Mabel (Richard) Bishop , Margaret (John) Bennett and Gladys May; brother: Charlie May; sisters and brothers-in-law: Lovelett Rumbolt, Louise Rumbolt, Kate (Clayton) Organ, Max (Lucy) Rumbolt, as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by husband Gordon Rumbolt; son: Hughie Rumbolt; great grandson: Kyle Krueger and son-in-law: Max Power. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul’s United Church, Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the United cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Paul’s United Church Memorial Fund or to the charity of ones choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

OSMOND, DIANA (nee SKANES)
May 24^th, 1920 - Dec. 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Diana (Skanes) Osmond announces her passing on Saturday, December 22^th, 2007 at Chancellor Park in St. John's at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children David (Maxine), Halifax, Derek, Ireland, Margaret, St. John's; grandchildren Heather (Brian King), Ottawa, Trent, Terri, Tina (Dan Chutshoff), BC, Christopher, Nicole ,and Katie, St. John's; great- grand children Lyta, Bryce, Colton, Ashia & Nya, sister Gwen Skanes, Corner Brook; Aunt Emma Mastin, Deer Lake; sisters-in-law Jean Skanes, St. Johns; Win Elliot, Toronto, Grace Parker, Toronto and brother in law Gord (Mary) Osmond (Paris, Ont.) and many loving nieces and nephews especially Brenda Bray, Burlington, Ont., Beverley Skanes (Dave McLennon), St. Johns, Elizabeth Skanes (Kent Jingfors), Bangkok, Thailand; nephews Brian (Roberta) Skanes, Corner Brook, Allan (Dianne) Skanes, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Jack, her parents Reginald T. and Edith (Hutchings) Skanes, brother Eric Skanes, sister E. Jean Skanes and sister Mary K. Skanes. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue, Corner Brook on Thursday, December 27^th from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 PM from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street with the Very Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations linemay be made to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MURPHY, DENNIS JOSEPH
Curling, NL
March 23, 1920 - Dec. 23, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dennis Joseph Murphy of Curling (Corner Brook), formerly of Job’s Cove, NL, announce his passing after a courageous battle with cancer at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on December 23^rd, 2007 in his 87^th year. Left to celebrate his life, his wife of 59 years, Theresa (nee Byrne), children Jerry (Floria) Kitchener, David (Brenda), Calgary, Ellen Penney (John), Labrador City, Ann Marie Riviere (Yvon), Labrador City, Denis (Lynnette), Mt. Pearl, Sheila Lindsay (Garth), Sarnia, Tony (Debbie), St. John’s, Chris (Marie), Curling, Tom (Cathy), Calgary, Catherine Moores (Neil), St. John’s, Danny (Sandra), Ottawa, John (Marie), Dartmouth, Robert (Mireille), Dieppe. Lovingly remembered by his 22 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; one sister: Jane Woodrow of Northern Bay, as well as a large circle of sisters and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. A 4^th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and 57 year member of Archbishop Howley Council No. 2581, Corner Brook. Visitation at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Wednesday, Dec. 26^th , 7-9:00 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 27^th, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m.. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at Sacred Heart Church, Curling on Friday, Dec. 28^th at 10:30 A.M., Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his name to Daffodil Place. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

ELLSWORTH, MARY ESTHER
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Esther Ellsworth announce her passing at her residence on Monday, December 24^th, 2007 at the age of 56 years. She will be sadly missed by her son Anthony in Stephenville and her daughters: Angela Ellsworth in Nova Scotia, Leona (Dwayne) Hillier, Bridget Ellsworth, both in Stephenville. Also leaving to mourn are her brothers Clem Bourgeois and Marcella James Bourgeois, both in Ontario; her sisters Sis (Aaron) King in Kippens, Barbara (Jarvis) Sheppard in Port au Port, Josephine Bourgeois and Bernadette Bourgeois both in Stephenville; five grandchildren: Ashley, Chyanne, Amber-Lee, Chelsey and Madison. She was predeceased by her brother Herbert and sisters Leona and Agatha. Visitation will take place at Russell’s Funeral Home 57 Prince Rupert Drive in Stephenville on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral services will take place on Saturday 29, 2007 at 10 am from St. Stephen’s Parish on West Street in Stephenville with interment to follow at Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway.

EVELEIGH, FRANCIS
GEORGE
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Francis George Eveleigh announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, December 24, 2007 at the age of 53 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Doreen; his daughters Rosanna, Sara, both in Stephenville, and Kelly in Alberta; his father Claude Eveleigh in Stephenville; his brothers Glen, David, both in Stephenville, and BIll in Saskatoon; his sisters Loretta in Bay de Verde, Dianne in British Colombia, Wanda in Ontario and Nova in Quebec. He was predeceased by his son James Francis, his mother Geraldine, and his father-in-law Larry Smith. Also leaving to mourn a large number of relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell’s Funeral Home in Stephenville.

LANE, NORMAN
Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Lane announce his passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre on Saturday December 22, 2007 at the age of 87 years. He will be sadley missed by his wife, Lucy; his son, Richard (Mary) in Brozzard, two grandchildren: Matthew in Montreal and Adrian in Alberta; his sister Doreen (Sandy) Lutterlocke in Essex, England along with relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Bernard Lane. Cremation has taken place. Funeral services will take place on Friday, December 28^th 2007 at 2pm from the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell’s Funeral Home, Stephenville.

Friday, December 28, 2007

DEATHS

BARRY, EVANGELINE
Corner Brook, NL
Aug 20, 1917 - Dec 24, 2007
Evangeline Barry (nee Coleman) passed peacefully in her ninety-first year, on Monday, December 24, 2007. Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) Barry, loving mother of Mary Carolyn (John Hart), Joan (Seymour Sears), and John (Mary). Proud grandmother of Stephen and Michael Hart; Barry, Ellen and John Sears; and Patricia, Catherine and Clare Barry. Sister of Dorothea Dunphy (Ron); sister-in-law of Isabella Barry. Predeceased by her parents Peter and Bridget Coleman, her sisters, Mary Daly and Rita Goodridge, and brother Wilfred Coleman. Vange was born in Badger on August 20, 1917, and moved to Corner Brook with her family in 1925. She worked with Bowater’s until marrying Jack Barry in 1947. Vange was well known and loved member of the Curling and Corner Brook community throughout her life. She gave countless hours of her time volunteering with NONIA, CNIB, and the Hospital Gift Shop. Vange will also be remembered by many members of the community who were recipients of her kindness and generosity. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Glen Abbott and Karen McLeod, whose efforts allowed her to remain in the comfort of her home. Visitation will take place from Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, on Saturday, December 29th at 10:30 A.M. . In lieu of flowers, donations to Immaculate Heart of Mary School or the CNIB. Mass Cards appreciated. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BRAKE. BONNEAL (Bon) McCLOUD
Aug 7, 1936 - Dec 26, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bon Brake announce his passing on Wednesday, December 26^th at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 71 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his best friend and companion, Clara House; sister: Margaret (George) Batstone, Cormack; nieces: Doreen (Ernest) Hann, Corner Brook, Carolyn (Tony) Robertson, Petrolia, ON, Tryphena (Jim) Dyck, Corner Brook and Glenda Michoud (friend, Dave), Meadows; the House family: Alice (John), George (friend, Joy), Jerome (Jessie), Margaret (Danny), Chris (Sandi), Dana (friend, Scott), Keith Cox (friend, Billy-Jo), and special family friends, Mary and Michelle, as well as a large circle of extended family, relatives and friends. Friends may visit Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Meadows on Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Malcolm Palmer officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Church Memorial Fund or to the family. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

RUMBOLT, MYRTLE CLARA
Mountainview Estates
Corner Brook, NL
(formerly of Deer Lake, NL)
Jan 10, 1927 - Dec 25^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Myrtle Rumbolt announce her passing on Tuesday, December 25^th, 2007 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her six children: June (George) Krueger, Rose Power, Eugene (Wanda) Rumbolt, Myra (Chris) Lush, Wade Rumbolt and Maurice (Michelle) Rumbolt; 10 grandchildren: Jamie and Jeffery Krueger, Cory and Danica Power, Sylvia and Sheri Rumbolt, Jody and Jeremy Lush, William Rumbolt and Lisa Rumbolt Bryenton; six great grandchildren: Christopher Lush, Brianna Power, Logan and MacKenzie Krueger, Tristian Lush and Parker Goodyear; sisters: Mabel (Richard) Bishop , Margaret (John) Bennett and Gladys May; brother: Charlie May; sisters and brothers-in-law: Lovelett Rumbolt, Louise Rumbolt, Kate (Clayton) Organ, Max (Lucy) Rumbolt, as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by husband Gordon Rumbolt; son: Hughie Rumbolt; great grandson: Kyle Krueger and son-in-law: Max Power. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul’s United Church, Rev. Dr. Tony Newell officiating. Interment to follow at the United cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Paul’s United Church Memorial Fund or to the charity of ones choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

OSMOND, DIANA (nee SKANES)
May 24^th, 1920 - Dec. 22^nd, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Diana (Skanes) Osmond announces her passing on Saturday, December 22^nd, 2007 at Chancellor Park in St. John's at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children David (Maxine), Halifax, Derek, Ireland, Margaret, St. John's; grandchildren Heather (Brian King), Ottawa, Trent, Terri, Tina (Dan Chutshoff), BC, Christopher, Nicole ,and Katie, St. John's; great- grand children Lyta, Bryce, Colton, Ashia & Nya, sister Gwen Skanes, Corner Brook; Aunt Emma Mastin, Deer Lake; sisters-in-law Jean Skanes, St. Johns; Win Elliot, Toronto, Grace Parker, Toronto and brother in law Gord (Mary) Osmond (Paris, Ont.) and many loving nieces and nephews especially Brenda Bray, Burlington, Ont., Beverley Skanes (Dave McLennon), St. Johns, Elizabeth Skanes (Kent Jingfors), Bangkok, Thailand; nephews Brian (Roberta) Skanes, Corner Brook, Allan (Dianne) Skanes, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Jack, her parents Reginald T. and Edith (Hutchings) Skanes, brother Eric Skanes, sister E. Jean Skanes and sister Mary K. Skanes. Friends may visit Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue, Corner Brook on Thursday, December 27^th from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 28^th at 2:00 PM from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street with the Very Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations linemay be made to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MURPHY, DENNIS JOSEPH
Curling, NL
March 23, 1920 - Dec. 23, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dennis Joseph Murphy of Curling (Corner Brook), formerly of Job’s Cove, NL, announce his passing after a courageous battle with cancer at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on December 23^rd, 2007 in his 87^th year. Left to celebrate his life, his wife of 59 years, Theresa (nee Byrne), children Jerry (Floria) Kitchener, David (Brenda), Calgary, Ellen Penney (John), Labrador City, Ann Marie Riviere (Yvon), Labrador City, Denis (Lynnette), Mt. Pearl, Sheila Lindsay (Garth), Sarnia, Tony (Debbie), St. John’s, Chris (Marie), Curling, Tom (Cathy), Calgary, Catherine Moores (Neil), St. John’s, Danny (Sandra), Ottawa, John (Marie), Dartmouth, Robert (Mireille), Dieppe. Lovingly remembered by his 22 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; one sister: Jane Woodrow of Northern Bay, as well as a large circle of sisters and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews. A 4^th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and 57 year member of Archbishop Howley Council No. 2581, Corner Brook. Visitation at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Wednesday, Dec. 26^th, 7-9:00 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 27^th, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial to be held at Sacred Heart Church, Curling on Friday, Dec. 28^th at 10:30 A.M., Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his name to Daffodil Place. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BENOIT, MARINA (nee GALE)
Stephenville
March 29^th, 1943 - December 26^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marina Benoit announce her passing at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Wednesday, December 26^th at the age of 64 years. She will be sadly missed by her three daughters: Denise (Noel) Brake, Theresa (Danny) Hynes all of Stephenville, Gloria Ann (Fred) Butler of Ontario. Also leaving to mourn are her three sisters: Martha Tourout, Gloria (Paul) Ballett, Cora (Wayne) Wells all of Port au Port East, four grandchildren: Marcel and Josh Brake, Megan Hynes and Allison Neville. She was predeceased by her parents Ethel in 1968, her father Wallace in 1993, her two brothers Raymond Earl in 1950 and Hubert in 1998. Visitation will take place on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 from Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive in Stephenville. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, December 29^th, 2007 at 12:30 from St. Stephen’s Parish on West Street with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, flowers greatly accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

HICKS, CLIFFORD JAMES
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clifford Hicks announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on December 27, 2007 at the age of 56 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife of 36 years, Anne Marie; daughter, Kimberley Simms (Dwayne) of Deer Lake; grandchildren: Caitlyn and Jacob; mother, Josephine Hicks of St. John’s; sisters: June of St. John’s and Lorraine of Alberta; brother, Barry of Alberta; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his children, Billy Jim and Kelly; and his father Eddie Hicks. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m. with Father Donald Leonard officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Diabetic Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Saturday, December 29, 2007

DEATHS

STAPLES, WILLIAM JAMES
William James of Peel, NB formerly of Corner Brook, passed away at Upper River Valley Hospital in Waterville on Thursday, December 27, 2007, at the age of 62. Survived by his wife Sheila, one daughter Allison (Brent) Lamb, Australia; two stepsons: Robert ( Lorie) McFarlane, Woodstock, Clinton (Deanna) McFarlane, Debec, NB; one stepdaughter Sonya (Kevin) Thomas, Debec, NB; grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Hannah, Marty, Kurtis, Brady and Scotty; brothers: David (Sharyl) Staples, Barrie, Ontario, Joseph (Linda) Staples, Labrador City, Gerry (Regina) Staples, Corner Brook; sisters: Sister Sylvia Staples, Carol Ann (Bryan) Scofield, England and Mary Kelly (the late Edumd Kelly), Labrador City; fifteen nieces, nephews and a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents Michael and Josephine (McHugh) Staples; granddaughter Kayla McFarlane. Resting at the Scott Funeral Home, 815 Main Street, Woodstock, NB, with visiting on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at 2 pm from St. Gertrude's Catholic Church. Father Bill Brennan will be officiating, with interment in Mount Patricia Cemetery, Corner Brook Newfoundland. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the IWK Childrens Hospital. www.scottfh.com

LUSH, LESLIE DUNFIELD
Leslie Dunfield Lush has gone to be with the Lord. His struggle to stay with us ended on November 14, 2007 at the age of 84. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by, his wife of 57 years, Nina, six children, one brother, 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Dad was a 5’2” giant of a man in our lives and we strive to be as loving a parent to our children as he always was to us. His hope was that everyone he knew would come to know Jesus, the one he loved and served. The funeral service was held on Sunday, November 18, 2007 at Riverside Pentecostal Church in Glenwood. To sign our on-line memorial guest book visit www.gordonwoolfreyfuneralhome.com

Monday, December 31, 2007

DEATHS

WHITE, Enos Milton
Trout River, NL
October 9^th, 1926 - December 29^th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Enos White announce his passing on Saturday, December 29^th, 2007 at his family residence in Trout River at the age of 81 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving his wife of 58 years Avis (nee Sheppard), sons: Milton (Kate), British Columbia, Ivan (Shirley), Mount Moriah, Silas (Pam), British Columbia and Kirby (Tammy), Trout River; daughter Jessie (Marc) Courtois, Ontario; 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; sister Hilda Parsons, Ontario; brothers: Freeman White, Trout River and Edmund (Iona) White, Woody Point; brother-in-law Hilliard Sheppard, Cox’s Cove. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary, sons David and Robert, brothers Dorman and Hector, sisters Mildred and Rhoda. Friends may visit the United Church, Trout River on Monday beginning at 1:00 PM from where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 2^nd, 2008 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Beverly Snow officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Trout River United Church Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca
31/12/07

WALSH, Richard Donald
July 4, 1956 – Dec. 27, 2007
Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Auxillary Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta on December 27, 2007 after a lengthy illness, Richard Donald Walsh at the age of 51. He leaves to mourn two sons: Jason Walsh of Warkworth, Ontario (mother Marilyn Walsh), Clint Bridger of Grande Prairie, Alberta (mother Shirley Chaulk of Deer Lake); three granddaughters: Taylor Raine Walsh of Warkworth, Ontario, Janika Wilton of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Bethany Bridger of Deer Lake; brother: Jerome (Jerry) Walsh Jr. (Danica Taylor) of Corner Brook; three sisters: Barbara Sparkes (Otto) of Rocky Harbour, Doris Pennell of Corner Brook, Gladys Abbott (Brian) of Oshawa, Ontario; nephews: Brandon Sparkes, and Stephen Abbott; nieces: Lacey Sparkes, Terrilynn Pennell, Racene and Sheena Walsh, and Jennifer Abbott. Also leaving to mourn a large circle of other family, friends and a special friend of the family Hazel Chafe of Curling, as well as the nurses and doctors of St. Joseph’s Auxillary Hospital. He is predeceased by his parents: Daisy (1994) and Jerome Walsh (2007). Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 10:30 am with Monsignor Edwin Gale officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Julia Ann Walsh Heritage Foundation c/o Norris Point Community Council, Norris Point, NL or to a charity of one’s choice. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
31/12/07

KNEE, Jesse
Gull Pond
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jesse Knee announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Saturday, December 29^th, 2007 at the age of 76 years. He will be sadly missed by his common-law spouse Sheila, his sons: Harry Knee and Rai Knee, both in Fort McMurray, his daughter Joanne (Ray) Raw in Medicine Hat, his step-children: David Crocker in Edmonton, Dawn Crocker and Denise Crocker, both in Moncton, along with five grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Funeral services will take place on Monday, December 31^st, 2007 at 2 p.m. from St. Augustine’s Parish on Hillview Avenue in Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway. Funeral arrangements under the supervision of Russell’s Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street in Stephenville.
31/12/07

The following were published early January 2008

COMPANION, Bernard
Brampton, ON
(formerly of Corner Brook)
1946-2007
Passed away on December 23, 2007, Bernard Companion, at the age of 62 years. Leaves to mourn, his children: Winnie (Dave), Bernadette (Ed), Ronnie (Anne) and Jamie (Angela); nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; special friends Lena and Johnny, all of Brampton, ON; six sisters: Yvonne (John), Gertie (Herb), Agnes (Jack), Pauline (Gord), Judy (Wade) and Jenny (Amos); brothers: Henry (Goldie) and Ron; sister-in-law, Sonya; a large circle of nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles. Predeceased by his father, Cyril (1987); mother, Theresa (2000); brothers: Joseph (1965) and David (2007); and nephew, Jim Hayes (2005). Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Scott Funeral Home, Brampton, ON. Funeral services were held on December 29, 2007 in Brampton, ON.
Forever Loved
12/01/08

PAYNE, Herbert Francis
March 28th, 1924- December 30th, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Herbert Payne announce his passing on Sunday, December 30^th, 2007 at the Valley Vista Seniors Home in Springdale in his 83^rd year. He will sadly be missed by his loving family, his children: Miriam Arrelle of New Brunswick, Beulah Payne of British Columbia, Clarence Payne, Joy Lee, both of Newfoundland, Ernest Payne of British Columbia, Sherry Townsley of Ontario and Tina Rice of Alberta. 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Two sisters: Effie Rogers of Newfoundland and Louise King of USA. Also a large circle of neices, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his children, Edgar and Meryl, parents Fred & Irene Payne and six brothers Wilbert, Dexter, Pleaman, Emerson, Robert and Hayward. Visitation will take place today, Wednesday January 2, 2008, from the Salvation Army Church in Pilley's Island where also the funeral service will take place on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Elliott and Capt. Dwayne Ledrew officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. To sign the guest book or send messages of condolence visit www.parsons funeralhome.com     Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our Hearts"
02/01/08

HAWCO, Sheila (nee Pinsent)
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sheila Hawco (nee Pinsent) announce her passing at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Monday, December 31, 2007 at the age of 81 years. She was predeceased by her husband Gerald “Red”, and her daughter Diane. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her five sons, Garry (Jane) of Brampton, Ontario, Terry (Darlene) and Rick (Christina), all of Stephenville, Tom (Jenny) and Glen (Tammy), all of Cold Lake, Alberta, six daughters, Michelle (Ian) Stokes, Sis, Debbie, Sheila, all of Stephenville, Sandy Johnson (Rob) of Edmonton, Alberta, Marie Hawco in Halifax, Nova Scotia, twenty grandchildren: Tracey, Steven, Dereck, Laurie, Nicole, Michael, Brandi, Gail, Brian, Randi, Alex, Katie, Kale, Samantha, Jamie, Aaron, Makenzie, Cassidy, Beth, Kate, five great-grandchildren: Emily, Abigail, Paige, Evan, Autumn. Also leaving to mourn her extended family, Billy Hynes, Val Hawco, Christine Rumbolt, Eddie Johnson, Darren Beson, Cline Alexander and a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Russell’s Funeral Home, 57 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Wednesday and Thursday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Friday, January 4^th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to a charity of one’s choice would be greatly aappreciated.
02/01/08

LEWIS, Daniel Francis
April 17, 1954 - December 18, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Daniel Lewis announces his passing at the William Osler Civic Health Center, Brampton, Ontario on Tuesday, December 18, 2007, at the age of 53 years. Daniel was predeceased by his mother Reda Lewis. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife Viola; children: Danielle and Christopher (Hazel Biles); step-children: Tina, Dion, and Jamie; father: Thomas Lewis; brother: David (Frances); sisters: Sylvia, Loretta (Doug), Gloria (Brian), Deborah; eight grandchildren; one great granddaughter, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A service was held in Toronto, Ontario on Saturday, December 22, 2007. Daniel will be brought home to Newfoundland on Friday, January 4^th, 2007. Family and friends will be received at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave., St. John’s on Friday, January 4, 2008, from 2-4pm. and 7-9pm. Interment to follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery on Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made in Daniel’s memory to the Canadian Cancer Society. To sign the online memorial guest book please visit www.barretts.ca
03/01/08

GILLEY, Sandra Jane
Deer Lake, NL
March 13, 1955 - December 26, 2007
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sandra Jane Gilley announce her passing on Wednesday, December 26^th, 2007 at her family residence, Deer Lake at the age of 52 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: husband: Ruben Gilley; children: Lenora (Darryl) Nichols and John Young; grandchildren: Tyson, Abner, Hunter, Keean; brothers and sisters: Loretta (Kevin) LeRoux, Mary (Tom) Hynes, Maureen (Roderick) Young, Kevin Barker, Thomas (Myra) Barker, Terrance (Diana) Barker, Bill Barker, Gerald (Mary) Barker, Peter Barker, Alfred (Sheila) Barker, Jude (Janet) Barker, as well as many nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by her parents: Peter and Annie; brothers: Aloysius and Edward, sister-in-law Dorothy and her first husband Arthur Young. Visitation was held at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Friday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service was held on Saturday, December 29^th at 2:00 PM from St. Michael’s and All Angels Anglican Church, Deer Lake with The Rt. Rev. Leonard Whitten officiating. Interment followed at Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
04/01/08