BARRETT, Cyril
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
COLEY'S POINT - Sincere sympathy is extended to Mrs. Willa Greenlands (sic) on the death of her father, Mr. Cyril Barrett of Spaniard (sic) Bay. He passed away in hospital St. John's on March 24.

BARRETT, Cyril
THE COMPASS, 16 April 1970
SPANIARD'S BAY - There passed away at the General Hospital, St. John's, on Monday, March 23, Cyril Barrett at the age of 83. He leaves to mourn one son, Gordon with whom he resided, two daughters, Mrs. Willis Greenland, Coley's Point, Mrs. Muriel Fudge, St. John's, two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Gordon Barrett and Mrs. Lemuel Barrett, Spaniard's Bay as well as a large number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. His wife pre-deceased him some years ago. His funeral took place on March 26 from Young's funeral home to Holy Redeemer Church where the service was conducted by the Rev. E. Willis.

BARTLETT, Thomas
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BRIGUS - The funeral of the late Thomas Bartlett, Long Pond (Georgestown) who passed away in hospital at St. John's on March 11 took place at St. George's Anglican Church on March 13. Mr. Bartlett served with the Royal Navy during World War II. His casket covered with the Union Jack was borne by members of the Royal Canadian Legion of Bay Roberts. Members of the Legion attended in a body. Services at the church were conducted by Rev. Canon Martin. Interment was in the Anglican Cemetery, English Cove.

BARTLETT, Thomas
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
PORT DE GRAVE - A well known resident of this town passed away at the General Hospital on March 11. Thomas Bartlett was in his 49th year. Left to mourn are his two sisters Jane and Margaret, three brothers, James, Bill, John.

BARTLETT, Thomas
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
MARYSVALE - Passed away in hospital at St. John's on March 11, Thomas Bartlett of Marysvale in his 49th year. Funeral services were held at St. George's Anglican Church, Brigus, interment at the cemetery, English Cove. His funeral was largely attended by members of the Legion, etc. He leaves to mourn two sisters Margaret, Mrs. Michael Ryan, Marysvale, and Jane, Mrs. Arch Linthorne, Georgestown, also three brothers John and William at Marysvale and James at Brigus.

BISHOP, Virtue
THE COMPASS, 09 April 1970
BRIGUS - Passed peacefully away at Brigus (sic) Hospital March 25, Mrs. Virtue Bishop, in her 76th year. Mrs. Bishop was a former resident of this town but had been residing with her daughter at Buchans for the past few years. She leaves to mourn four sons, George Gushue, Blackpool, England; John Gushue, Buchans; Ernest Gushue, St. John's; and Robert Gushue, Buchans; three daughters, Ervie, Mrs. George Pomeroy, Brigus; Emmie, Mrs. Wilfred Baikie, North West River; and Dorothy, Mrs. Allan Wilcox, Buchans; also one step-daughter, and two step-sons; four brothers, and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her funeral took place at St. George's Anglican Church, Brigus on Good Friday, March 27th, with the funeral service being conducted by Canon R. Martin.

BURKE, Harriet
THE COMPASS, 12 March 1970
VICTORIA - A well-known resident of this community Mrs. Harriet Burke, passed away at her daughter's home, Mrs. Robert Hiscock, Carbonear with whom she had been residing. Mrs. Burke was in her 86th year. Left to mourn are her daughter, Mrs. Robert Hiscock, Carbonear, two sons; Mr. William Burke and Mr. Hubert Burke at Victoria; one sister, Mrs. Joseph Wilcock, at Inverness, Nova Scotia; and 7 grandchildren. Funeral took place from Noel's Funeral Home, Carbonear, to Victoria United Church.

BURRY, Gordon Augustus
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
LONG POND - Died suddenly as the result of a tragic automobile accident on Sunday, March 22, Gordon Augustus, beloved son of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Burry, Manuels. Left to mourn besides his parents, are four sisters, Eileen and Donna at home, Betty (Mrs. Kevin Reddigan), Sandra (Mrs. Calvin Hipditch), four brothers Colin, Boyd, Louis and Glendon.

CONNOLLY, John
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BRIGUS - Passed away suddenly at his home on Cemetery Road, March 1, John Connolly aged 70 years. Mr. Connolly had spent some months with his sister, Bride, at Grand Falls. He returned home on Friday and next Monday morning some of his neighbours noticed the light still on in his kitchen. Upon investigation they discovered his body lying on the floor. An autopsy preformed (sic) at St. John's found the cause of death to be heart attack. Mr. Connolly leaves to mourn one daughter, Gertrude, (Mrs. Harry Watson, St. John's); one aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Power of Cupids; two sisters, Bride, (Mrs. J. Alyward (sic), Grand Falls); Nellie (in New York); one brother Dennis (at New York); six grandchildren and several cousins. His funeral took place at the R.C. Church on Wednesday, March 4 at 4 p.m. Funeral Service was conducted by Rev. Fr. Murphy.

CROCKER, Willie
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
BLACKHEAD - Mr. and Mrs. Albert White spent a recent weekend at Swift Current to attend the funeral of Mrs. White's uncle, Mr. Willie Crocker.

CROWLEY, Mary Elsie
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
BLACKHEAD - Passed peacefully away at the residence of her daughter (Mrs. Edward Hudson) Mrs. Eli Crowley, in her 81st year, leaving to mourn, her husband, Mr. Eli Crowley, who at present is a patient at the General Hospital in St. John's, two daughters, Emmaline, (Mrs. Roy Tucker) St. John's, Chrissie, (Mrs. Edward Hudson), with whom she resided for the past three months, three sons, James and Clarence at Western Bay, and Robert who is with the police force in St. John's, one sister, Mrs. Dinah Parsons, of Ochre Pit Cove, and twelve grandchildren. Funeral took place from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Hudson. Interment at the United Church cemetery, Western Bay. Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved.

DAY, Dorothy
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
LONG POND - The sad news was received here recently of the passing on March 11 of Dorothy, widow of Kenneth Day. She leaves to mourn three daughters, Gladys at Long Pond, Annie (Mrs. Ross Fraser) at Halifax, Effie (Mrs. Norman Sorge) one son Joseph, one sister (Mrs. J Emsley). Funeral service was from St. Thomas' Church, St. John's to the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road.

DOOLEY, John M.
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
HARBOUR GRACE - Passed away suddenly at this home, LeMarchant Street, Harbour Grace on March 8, Mr. John M. Dooley in his 66th year. The late Mr. Dooley was well known in Harbour Grace and surrounding areas, having worked before his retirement as a Canadian National Employee. He leaves to mourn; two sisters, Mrs. Rita Cooke of St. John's and Miss Eileen Dooley at Harbour Grace also two brothers, Gerald residing at Troy, New York and William J. at Harbour Grace. The funeral took place from Pasher's Funeral Home, Harbour Grace on March 10 at 2:30 p.m. to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, where Mass was celebrated by Msgr. J.M. O'Brien. Interment was at the R.C. Cemetery.

DROVER, Thomas
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
UPPER ISLAND COVE - Passed peacefully away on March 3, Mr. Thomas Drover of Upper Island Cove in his 72nd year. Left to mourn are his wife Elizabeth, three sons, William, Gordon and Randell all at home and two daughters Mary, Mrs. Boyce Martin at Harbour Grace and Mildred, also at Harbour Grace. Also a number of grandchildren; two brothers, John William of Upper Island Cove and Arch who is living at Labrador City; one sister Alice. The funeral took place from his late residence Upper Island Cove on Friday, March 6, to St. Peter's Anglican Church and Cemetery.

EDWARDS, Raphael
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
BRIGUS - Mrs. Brendon Burke received the news of the death of her sister, Mrs. Fred Edwards, which occurred at Vancouver March 13. Mrs. Edwards was the former Raphael Walker, of Brigus. She was 79 years of age and had been residing in Vancouver for many years. Deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Burke and other surviving relatives.

EFFORD, Stephen
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
GEORGESTOWN - Passed away at St. John's on March 4, Stephen Efford formerly of Port de Grave in his 77th year. "Uncle Steve" as he was well known, passed away in hospital where he had been confined for some time. Prior to his death he fell and fractured his hip. He passed away shortly after this accident. He left Port de Grave at an early age and moved to St. John's where he worked as a longshoreman on the waterfront. He leaves to mourn one adopted son Reg, two stepsons Con and William Walters, one step-daughter, Mrs. Mary Tucker, all of St. John's; also one brother Nath at Montreal; Mary Ellen, Mrs. Aubrey Petten at Hibbs Cove; and Mrs. Rebecca Dawe of Port de Grave; a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral took place from Caul's Funeral Home, March 6 to St. Thomas Anglican Church. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road.

ELIZA
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
NEW PERLICAN - Mrs. Gertrude Hobbs received the sad news March 20 of the passing of her sister Eliza at Heart's Delight, in her 80th year. The following attended the funeral from New Perlican: Mr. and Mr. Samuel Hobbs, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Smith and William Hobbs. Deepest sympathy goes to Mrs. Hobbs and family from the citizens of New Perlican.

FLYNN, John
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
BRIGUS - Passed peacefully away at his home on March 19, John Flynn, at the age of 84. The late Mr. Flynn had a very pleasant and friendly nature, endearing himself to all who met him, both at his home town and also on his many trips back and forth to the Labrador codfishery. He had spent many years with the late Edmund Hiscock at his fishing premises at Comfort Bight, where he was in charge of the trap crew, as well as assisting Mr. Hiscock in his business which he carried on at that Labrador settlement and was a very faithful and trusted employee of the firm, until the closing of the business some years ago.
He is survived by his wife, Ethel and a number of nieces and nephews. His funeral took place at the Roman Catholic Church on March 21st at 2 p.m. The funeral service was conducted by Fr. Murphy, with Pat Marshall reading the Epistle. The very large number of friends and relatives who attended the funeral and the many floral tributes received were evidence of his esteem and popularity. Deepest sympathy is extended to his wife and other surviving relatives.

FOWLER, Infant Girl
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
MAKINSONS - Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Fowler on the death of their infant daughter, Holy Week. Interment was in the Roman Catholic cemetery at Makinson's.

FRENCH, Edward
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
SHEARSTOWN - Edward French of Shearstown who was always known to his many friends as "Ted", passed away at the Carbonear Hospital on Tuesday morning, March 10. He was 63. His end was not unexpected, het his passing left a deep feeling of sadness in this community. Ted French was a quiet, unassuming person who had many friends. He was the kind of a man who could get along anywhere. He worked as a carpenter most of his life, and previous to his illness was employed by the firm of Messrs. R. Churchill, Bay Roberts. He leaves to mourn two sisters and three brothers - nieces and nephews, as well as a large number of friends and acquaintances. His funeral took place from Trinity United Church, Shearstown, on Thursday, March 12. The funeral service was conducted by the Rev. Stanford B.A., B.D. Burial was in the family plot.

GARLAND, Robert Douglas
THE COMPASS, 16 April 1970
CARBONEAR - There passed peacefully away at his home, Carbonear South, on Good Friday, March 27, a well-known and respected citizen in the person of Robert Douglas Garland in his 85th year. He was a cooper by trade and operated his own business until his retirement a few years ago. He leaves to mourn besides his wife, Mary, one son, George, Carbonear and four daughter (sic), Augusta (Mrs. Charles Crane); Cambridge, Mass; Mrs. Pearl Davis, Belmont, Mass; Frances (Mrs. Maxwell Noseworthy) Harbour Grace, and Clarrie (Mrs. Benjamin Davis) Carbonear, sixteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Also, one brother, William G. Garland, Carbonear. The funeral took place at 2:30 p.m. Easter Sunday, March 29, from his late residence to St. James Church, where the service was conducted by Rev. K. L. Goldsworthy. Interment was in the Anglican Cemetery.

GREELEY, James
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
SPANIARD'S BAY - James Greeley of Tilton passed away at the Red Cross Community Hospital, Carbonear on Friday, March 6. He was fifty-six. His funeral took place from his late residence, Tilton on Sunday, March 8, to All Saint's church, conducted by the Rev. E. Willis. Burial was at Tilton. He leaves to mourn two brothers William at Tilton and Norman at Harbour Grace, one sister Winnie, Mrs. William Hutchings, Spaniard's Bay.

HARNUM, Walter
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
GREEN'S HARBOUR - Passed away suddenly in his home in the early hours of March 5, Walter Harnum. He had recently celebrated his 70th birthday. He was living alone in a new house he built since retirement. Mr. Harnum was missed by the neighbours doing his usual morning chores, and when one of his neighbours went in to see if he was sick they discovered that he had passed away some hours before. A fisherman and carpenter, he worked many places around the country and the mainland. Two wives predeceased him. He leaves to mourn one son William at Toronto, one brother Charles at Green's Harbour; three sisters, Mrs. Louise Howell at Green's Harbour; Mrs. Drucilla Thorne at New Harbour and Laura, Mrs. James Pitcher at Sidney; a number of nieces and nephews and friends. A large number of friends attended the funeral which was conducted by Rev. Coffin from New Harbour (Rev. Brown being sick).
Interment was at the Anglican Cemetery. All arrangements were taken care of by Barrett's Funeral Home from Whitbourne. Just as the service had ended in the cemetery, the sun went into eclipse and it became very dark.

HATCH, Joanna
THE COMPASS, 09 April 1970
GRATE'S COVE - On Saturday, March 21, the people of Grate's Cove were deeply shocked and saddened at the passing of a well-known and highly respected resident, Mrs. Joanna Hatch at the age of 74 years, after a short illness. She died at the Cottage Hospital, Old Perlican, where she was a patient. When it was learned that her condition was growing worse, her children were immediately notified and called to her bedside. The family made daily visits to the hospital. The late Mrs. Hatch was the daughter of the late Margaret and Peter Duggan of Grate's Cove. She had a kindly and a humble personality and had won the love and respect of all with whom she came in contact. She will be remembered for her kindly smile and a friendly handshake. Truly it can be said of her that she scattered sunshine along the way. She will be missed at home because her chair is vacant, and will be missed by the families, neighbours and many friends. The body was conveyed by hearse from the Hospital to her home at Grate's Cove. On Monday, March 23, the people of the community and neighbouring places gathered at her home to pay their last respects. During the gathering the little granddaughter of the late Mrs. Hatch, Sharon aged 8 and daughter of Sergeant Hatch of St. John's, song (sic) a beautiful lullaby, "The Infant Jesus". Among the many friends who visited the home and attended the funeral were: Const. Stewart, Staff Sargt. Green of the Harbour Grace Constabulary (sic) and Mrs. Green and Staff Sergt. Cheesemen of the St. John's Constabulary. She leaves to mourn her husband Nicholas, 2 sons, Peter (Sgt. Hatch) of St. John's, William at Scarborough, Ontario, 1 daughter, Joan (Mrs. Gordon McNaul) of Scarborough, Ont., 6 grandchildren, 2 brothers, William and Arthur at Grate's Cove, 1 sister Mrs. Anne Riggs at Grate's Cove and 1 sister Frances (Mrs. George Clemmant, Chicago). The many floral tributes, messages and cards of sympathy testified to the esteem in which the late Mrs. Hatch was held. Rev. Father Walsh conducted Mass and prayers at home and at the graveside. Interment took place at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Grate's Cove.

HOLMES, Edward C.
THE COMPASS, 16 April 1970
SHEARSTOWN - Passed away at the Carbonear Hospital on March 26, after a relatively short illness, Edward Holmes of Shearstown in his 60th year. Although he had been suffering from terminal cancer for some months, death came suddenly and unexpectedly and was a great shock to his family and all his friends, not only in Shearstown but throughout the whole Conception Bay area. "Ned" as he was known to his family and friends, lived most of his life in this community and operated a general store here for many years. He was a good community leader and one who was involved in all spheres of activity in this Community for more than 40 years. If anyone could be labelled a "pillar of a community," Ned Holmes was certainly one here in Shearstown. He served for many years on the Anglican School Board and the greatness of his work toward educational improvement in this Community cannot be estimated. He was an Anglican who did much good as a member of St. Mark's Church. As Rev. Payne said at the funeral, St. Mark's has lost one of its best church workers and noble benefactors. In addition to church, school and social affairs in this Community Ned Holmes was for many years involved in politics in this area. He made a worthwhile contribution to the cause of Confederation in 1948 and '49 and earned the respect and admiration of some of Newfoundland's most outstanding political leaders. He played a part in virtually every election in Conception Bay since Confederation and in some cases did more to get certain candidates elected than they did themselves! As a person, Ned Holmes was a keen, intelligent and serious person, and a man with a high sense of values. He was a man who always wanted things done properly, for "half-way" affairs were not part of his nature. He was a shrewd businessman who worked hard during his life to build up his business. He was a man of great energy and enthusiasm and showed during his life, that he was a man of great initiative.
He was a member of Mackay Masonic Lodge, Bay Roberts, as well as a member of Cromwell No. 81 Loyal Orange Lodge, Shearstown. He was a member in good standing of both societies, and worked hard for the benefit of both. The Orangemen and the Masons attended his funeral as a body.
He leaves to mourn his wife, Blanche, two sons Clarence and Ralph at Shearstown, one daughter, Marie, Mrs. Albert Drover, Spaniard's Bay, eleven grandchildren, one brother John at Shearstown, four sisters, Elizabeth, Sadie, Susie and Julia all living in Massachuettes (sic), nephews and neices (sic), as well as a large number of close friends and acquaintances. The funeral service which was largely attended took place on March 28 from Baggs Funeral Home, Bay Roberts, to St. Mark's Church and Cemetery. The Burial Service was conducted by the Rev. S.S. Payne assisted by the Rev. F. Rowsell. During the service the congregation sang the well-known hymns, "How bright these glorious spirits shine", "O Master, let me walk with Thee" and "Abide With Me". Interment was in the family plot. It was a cold foggy afternoon when the funeral possession (sic) made its way to the grave and Nature itself seemed in mourning.

JEWER, Henry William
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
SPANIARD'S BAY - There passed away suddenly at his home on Sunday, March 22, Henry William Jewer at the age of sixty-five. Although in failing health for a long time his death was nonetheless unexpected and came as a shock to his family. The tragic death of his eldest daughter, Joyce Bishop which occurred only a few month (sic) ago was a blow from which he had not recovered. He leaves to mourn besides his wife, Sadie, six children, Eric at Upper Island Cove, John at St. John's, Wallace, Howard, Upper Island Cove, Phyllis, Mrs. Richard Bell, Miami Beach, Florida, Florence at home, twenty-five grand-children and one great grand-child, also one brother Isaac Jewer at Montreal. Another brother Solomon passed away on Saturday at Sydney, N.S. The funeral took place from Young's Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 25, to Holy Redeemer church. Burial was in Mortuary Hill Cemetery.

JORDON, Donald
THE COMPASS, 23 April 1970
HARBOUR GRACE - Passed away suddenly at the General Hospital, St. John's, on March 25, Donald Jordon aged 27 years. The late Mr. Jordon was the son of Mrs. Carmel and the late William Jordon. Left to mourn their sad loss is his wife, the former Mary Hart of Lewisporte and three children, Gloria aged 5 years, Michelle 2 years and Cyril 18 months, also his mother, Mrs. William Jordon, Sr., and six brothers; William, Kevin, Clarence, Jerome and Gordon at Riverhead, Harbour Grace and Gerald at Corner Brook, also four sisters; Helen, Mrs. Patrick Donolly at Carbonear; Jean at home, Shirley at Halifax and Ruth in Ontario. The funeral took place on March 28 from his late residence at Riverhead to St. Joseph's Church. Interment was at the R.C. Cemetery. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. Father Antle. A funeral Mass was celebrated on Easter Monday at St. Joseph's Church, Riverhead. The celebrant was Msgr. J. O'Brien.

JORDON, Pamela
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
LONG POND - Died suddenly as the result of tragic automobile accident on Sunday, March 22, Pamela, age 16 years, beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Jordon, Kelligrews. Left to mourn besides her parents, seven brothers and six sisters; also grand-parents, Mr. and Mrs. Felix Jordon, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Power, a large circle of relatives and friends.

LAYMAN, Infant
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BURNT POINT - Deepest sympathy is extended to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Layman, St. John's on the death of their infant son at the Janeway Children's Hospital.

MILLS, Alfred
THE COMPASS, 12 March 1970
NEW PERLICAN - Passed peacefully away after a long illness March 6; Mr. Alfred Mills in his 85th year. He leaves to mourn their sad loss, wife Flora; two daughters (Frances) Mrs. Augustus Seward; (Phyllis) Mrs. Gene S. Hill; both of New Perlican; one brother Joe at Sydney Mines; two step-brothers Robert and Abdon Warren at home; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a large number of friends. Mr. Mills had been crippled for the past twenty-one years and was cared for by his wife with the help of his two daughters. He joined the S.U.F. Society at New Perlican in 1905 and was a true member for 65 years. Funeral took place from St. Augustine's Church March 8 with the S.U.F. members attending. The service was conducted by Rev. A. Torraville. Interment was at the Anglican Cemetery.

MORGAN, Fred
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
LONG POND - Mrs. Harold Fowler of Chamberlains received the sad news that her father, Mr. Fred Morgan, passed away on Sunday March 15 in his 87th year.

MORGAN, Fred
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
UPPER GULLIES - Passed peacefully away Sunday, March 15, after a lengthy illness, Mr. Fred Morgan, Seal Cove, Conception Bay, in his 87th year. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Alvina, two sons, Rube at Seal Cove, Albert at Kelligrews; three daughters, Janet (Mrs. Sydney Smith) at Sydney, Nova Scotia, Lilly (Mrs. Rube Warford) at Upper Gullies and Ethel (Mrs. Harold Fowler) at Chamberlains; and also a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral took place from his late residence to St. Peter's Anglican Church, Upper Gullies. Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.

PEEVIE, Wilson
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
CLARKE'S BEACH - Passed away at Come by Chance Hospital on March 12, after a short illness, Wilson Peevie, age 69 years. Left to mourn his loving wife, Caroline, two sons Henry and Wilson residing at North Harbour. Five daughters, Stella, Mrs. Roy Senior, Swift Current; Jessie, Mrs. James Deir, Dunville; Isabel, Mrs. James Frances; Shirley and Francis all of Clarke's Beach. Funeral Service and interment took place at North Harbour the service being conducted by Rev. Williams.

PERCY, Fred
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
BRIGUS - Passed away on March 17 at his late residence, Fred Percy, at the age of 59 years. Although Mr. Percy had been in poor health for a few years, his death came rather suddenly. He leaves to mourn his wife, Stella, two sons, Harvey and Fred, Jr., four daughters Violet, Mrs. Jacob King, Broad Cove; Elizabeth, Jean and Freda at home, his father James Percy, three brothers Max at St. John's, John and Charles at Brigus; three sisters, Susie, Mrs. Nath Sutton, Victoria, Elsie, Mrs. George Pynn, Harbour Grace; Annie, Mrs. Robert LeDrew, Toronto, two step-daughters, Elsie, Mrs. Henry Percy and Rose, Mrs. Tim Rose, at Brigus. His funeral took place at the United Church on Thursday, March 19. The choir sang the anthem, "Does Jesus Care." The large number of friends and relatives from Brigus, Cupids, Marysvale, Georgestown, St. John's and other communities who attended the funeral service, and the many floral tributes received testified to the esteem in which the deceased was held.

PORTER, Linda
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
LONG POND - Passed peacefully away at Long Pond after a lengthy illness, Linda beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Porter. Leaving to mourn besides her parents are a number of brothers and sisters. Funeral took place at the Salvation Army Citadel, March 24. Interment at the Salvation Army Cemetery.

REID, Eliza
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
HEART'S DELIGHT - Passed away peacefully at her home Friday, March 20, Eliza Reid in her 80th year, widow of the late Newton Reid. Mrs. Reid was born at Heart's Delight and lived there most of her life. She was an honorary member of the A.C.W.A. and was very devoted all her life to her church and its activities. She will be sadly missed by all in the community. She leaves to mourn her daughters Audrey Lane, Heart's Delight, with whom she resided; Betty Barrett and Myra Legge, St. John's; Mabel Crewe of Connecticut, U.S.A.; Frances Tilley of Newark, New Jersey; Hazel Lamont; Clarice Stone and Phyllis Taylor of Caldwell, New Jersey, and two sons Gerald Reid of St. John's and Edwin Reid of Kenelworth (sic), New Jersey; 21 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. The funeral took place at St. Matthew's Anglican Church Sunday, March 22. The service was conducted in the church and at the graveside by the Rev. W.T. Broven (sic). Members of the A.C.W.A. were in attendance.

ROWE, Clayton
THE COMPASS, 16 April 1970
WHITEWAY - The community was deeply shocked and saddened on March 25 with the sudden passing of Clayton Rowe at the Carbonear Hospital. Clayton who was 46 years old was well known and liked by everyone he came in contact with. He served in the Royal Canadian Navy during the 2nd World War, and was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, the Royal Black Preceptory and the Loyal Orange Lodge. He was also active with the Sea Cadets at the time of his death. Members of the Royal Canadian Legion, The Royal Black Preceptory, Loyal Orange Lodge and the Sea Cadets walked in front of the Hearse from his home to the church. The Salvation Army band from Winterton was also in attendance. He leaves to mourn his wife Edna, one son Raymond and one daughter Dale; also one sister, Annie (Mrs. Bert Howard, St. John's) and one brother Wilfred at home. Another brother Hedley was lost in the sinking of the Caribou during World War II, while he was serving with the Royal Navy.
The funeral took place from his home on March 27 at 2:30 p.m. to the United Church, with Rev. Adams, Capt. Uriah Strickland and the Salvation Army Capt. From Winterton taking part in the service. Interment was at the Untied Church Cemetery.

SIMMONS, Elizabeth
THE COMPASS, 23 April 1970
HARBOUR GRACE - Passed peacefully away at her late residence at Harbour Grace on March 17, Mrs. Elizabeth Simmons in her 91st year. The late Mrs. Simmons, a life-time resident of Harbour Grace, daughter of the late Thomas and Lavinia Davis, was married to Ernest Simmons who passed away thirty-seven years ago. Left to mourn are two daughters, Grace and Amy at home also three sons, Gordon and Chesley at Harbour Grace and Anderson at Ottawa, also one sister Mary at Harbour Grace. The funeral took place from her late residence to the United Church. Interment was at the United Church Cemetery. Rev. C. Hobbs conducted the funeral service.

SMITH, Reginald
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BISHOP'S COVE - Passed peacefully away March 2nd at the Grace Hospital, St. John's, Mr. Reginald Smith, Sr. at the age of sixty-seven, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Smith worked for many years at the Wabana mines, Bel Island, but was forced to retire, due to ill health, shortly before the mines were closed. Since then his health had gradually been failing and he suffered many setbacks, but with loving care and devotion of his wife and family he was always able to overcome them. His wife predeceased him three months ago, while he was a patient at the hospital. Since then his condition got worse and he had to return to the hospital in January. He was a very quiet man and was well liked and respected by all who knew him. Left to mourn are four daughters, Gladys (Mrs. Gordon Barrett, Spaniard's Bay) Mary, (Mrs. Maxwell Winsor, Harbour Grace) Nellie (Mrs. Maxwell Barrett, Dunville) Betty (Mrs. Winston Coombs, Upper Island Cove) three sons, Reginald and Gordon at Bishop's Cove and Thomas, with the Metropolitan Police at Toronto. Two sisters, Elsie (Mrs. George H. Peddle, Bishop's Cove) Mildred (Mrs. George W. Penney, Salmon Cove, via Carbonear) two brothers, Maxwell at St. John's and Harvey at Detroit, Michigan; also a number of grandchildren. The funeral, which was largely attended took place from his late residence to St. John the Evangelist Church and cemetery. Rev. R.R. Rowsell conducted the burial service assisted by Rev. Willis, Spaniard's Bay Parish.

STANFORD, Barbara Rodgers
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BURNT POINT - Passed peacefully away, March 10, Mrs. Barbara Rodgers Stanford in her 78th year. Left to mourn are her husband Edward, Small Point; three sons, Charles and Spurgeon at Burnt Point; Gillard at Toronto; one daughter Frances, Mrs. Albert Benson, St. John's; three step-daughters, Myrtle, Mrs. Samuel Sellers, Violet, Mrs. Allan Baggs, Adams Cove, and Bessie at St. John's; two step-sons, Leslie and Harold, one brother William Wheeler, New York, one sister Agnus Stanford, Boston, one stepbrother, Walter Bursey, 20 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral took place from the United Church, Burnt Point and was conducted by Rev. P. Jarvis, with Glad tidings, L.O.B.A. and neighbouring Lodges in attendance. Rev. Jarvis was assisted at the graveside by Rev. Bowen, Blackhead.

TUCKER, Gertrude
THE COMPASS, 19 March 1970
BURNT POINT - Passed peacefully away March 6 after a lengthy illness, Mrs. Gertrude Tucker of Burnt Point in her 79th year. Left to mourn her husband, Jordan, seven sons, Reuben, St. John, N.B., Ephriam, Douglas, Herbert, St. John's, John, Clarence and Wallace at home; two daughters, Sadie, Mrs. Bert Milley, St. John's and Ethel, Mrs. Elijah Milley at home; fifty-five grandchildren and 44 great-grandchildren. Funeral took place from the Gospel Hall and was conducted by Mr. S. H. Beasley.

VATERS, Clara
THE COMPASS, 02 April 1970
VICTORIA - Passed away at the Carbonear Community Hospital Sunday March 15, 1970, Mrs. Walter (Clara) Vaters, a well-known and respected citizen of Victoria. Leaving to mourn besides her husband Walter are two daughters Florence, Mrs. Clarence Clarke, Victoria, Ruth at Winsor. Four sons Graham at Pennsylvania, U.S.A. and Lionel, Harold at home. Three brothers, Eben at Tampa, Florida, Gilbert at Boston, Gordon at Victoria. One sister Emaline at Tampa, Florida. Also, a step-sister Mrs. Elijha (sic) Slade and step-brother Herbert Riddle both of Florence, Sydney, N.S. and a large circle of friends and relatives.
Mrs. Vaters was a member of the Victoria Pentecostal Assembly from its early beginning. She was a Christian in every respect of the word.
The large number of residents who turned out to pay their last respects was evidence of the high esteem and respect in which the deceased was held. Pastor A. Winsor, District Superintendent, Pentecostal Assemblies of Nfld. and former Pastor of the Assembly attended the burial. Other Pastors attending were her grandson Pastor Priddle of New Harbour, Pastor Mullroney (sic), Carbonear, Pastor Wallace White, Little Heart's Ease and former member of the Assembly, Pastors Langdon and Rideout former Pastors and Pastor Baker the Assembly's present Pastor. The sermon was delivered by Pastor Rideout. Each spoke very highly of the deceased. The choir very beautifully rendered the song "The Healer" which was a favorite of Mrs. Vaters. Pastor (Mrs.) Baker sang the hymn "There's no disappointment in Heaven". A spirit of victory was noted throughout the service.

WAREHAM, Letta
THE COMPASS, 26 March 1970
BAY ROBERTS - Deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Claude Christopher and Mrs. Leo Badcock on the recent death of their mother Mrs. Letta Wareham, Mercer's Cove. Mrs. Wareham was 72 years old and passed away enroute to hospital in St. John's, after suffering a heart attack.