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The Daily News Obituaries
May 1956

 

ANDREWS, Mrs Noah
THE DAILY NEWS, 19 May 1956
MOTHER OF EIGHT IS KILLED

Mrs. Noah Andrews, mother of eight children, who was visiting here from Newtown, Bonavista Bay, was knocked down and killed by a car driven by Mr. Greeley, of Warbury Street, as she crossed Craigmillar Avenue to return to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clement Randell, on Thursday night at 11 o'clock.
Mrs. Andrews was spending a short holiday here with her daughter, and went on Thursday night to see her sister, Mrs. B. Reid, St. Clare Avenue. She was just returning to Craigmiller (sic) Avenue with her nephew in the car, and was killed as she crossed the street from the car, which was stopped just opposite her daughter's home.
The body of the unfortunate victim is resting at Barrett's Mortuary Rooms and will be taken to the express this afternoon, for burial at Newtown.

ANTHONY, H
THE DAILY NEWS, 13 May 1956
CLARKES BEACH
- We regret to announce the passing of Mr. H. Anthony, Salmon Cove, Clarke's Beach on Thursday, May 3rd. The funeral service was held in the Anglican Church, South River, on Saturday, May 5th.

BARNES, Dessie
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956

Passed away after a short illness Dessie, wife of Walter Barnes in her 32nd year. Left to mourn husband, daughter, Janet, son David, and infant son, mother (Mrs. Ethel Fudge), Chamberlains; one sister (Mrs. Phyllis Porter), two brothers, George M. Fudge and Cyril with the R.C.N. at Halifax. Funeral will take place on Thursday at 2.30 p.m. from her late residence, 159 Gower Street by motor hearse for interment at Church of England cemetery at Topsail.

BUTLER, Jessie Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 31 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on May 30th, after a short illness Jessie Elizabeth, wife of the late Philip G. Butler and daughter of the late Jonas and Anne Purchase of this city. Left to mourn 4 daughters, one sister and 7 grandchildren. Funeral will take place on Friday June 1 at 3.30 p.m., by motor hearse from her late residence 68 Monkstown Road to the Church of England Cathedral. Interment at the C. of E. Cemetery, Forest Road.

BYRNE, Anne F
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. R. W. Jillson, 7114 Colonial Road, Bayridge, Brooklyn, Anne F. Byrne, widow of the late Garrett Byrne.

BYRNE, Anne F
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 May 1956
FUNERAL NOTICE
- The body of the late Anne F. Byrne will arrive by express from Gander, Thursday morning, and the funeral will take place from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. P. F. Halley, 22 Waterford Bridge Road, to St. Patrick's Church on Friday morning.

CLARKE, Margaret Jane
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at 11 p.m. May 15th, Margaret Jane Clarke in her 83rd year, left to mourn one brother, James in Chelsea, Mass. Funeral on Friday at 10 a.m. from her niece's residence, Miss Rita Roberts, 6 Lake View Avenue. Burial at Brigus.

COLBORNE, Mrs Herbert
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956
LEWISPORTE
- There passed away at the residence of her son at Campbellton on Monday last in her 84th year, Mrs. Herbert Colborne. Being fairly smart at her advanced age until she became ill some weeks ago, Mrs. Colborne was greatly respected and loved by all with whom she came in contact, and many will remember her for her deeds of kindness. Funeral service was held at the home of her son at Campbellton, by the Minister L. S. Hayward, after which the body was brought to Lewisporte for interment, which took place in the United Church Cemetery on Stanhope Road, and was conducted by Rev. N. Winsor and Mr. Hayward. Mrs. Colborne is survived by two sons, Samuel Kingman, Campbellton with who she resided, and Stan Kingman at Benton, on (sic) brother Samuel Simmonds of this town.

CORNICK, Edward
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956
MAN DROWNED AT PORT AUX CHOIX

Another drowning accident was reported by RCMP sources in St. John's yesterday from the South Coast community of Port au Choix.
Edward Cornick, 34, was reported to have drowned in the waters of the harbour at Port aux Choix, but none of the details or circumstances surrounding his death have been released.
Mr. Cornick was married but it is not known whether he had any children. His body was recovered from Port aux Choix Harbour earlier this week.

COWAN, Alice
THE DAILY NEWS, 14 May 1956

Passed peacefully away Saturday, May 12th, Alice O'D, beloved wife of Henry E. Cowan, leaving to mourn husband, one son, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

CRAMM, Josiah
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956

Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, May 8th at the Grace Hospital, Josiah Cramm, leaving to mourn wife and one daughter, four sisters and three brothers. The funeral service will be held at 3.45 p.m. Thursday, May 10th, at his residence, 35 Pine Bud Avenue; interment at Mount Pleasant cemetery.

DEERING - SHEPPARD
The Daily News
May 21, 1956
Page: 7
Spaniard's Bay, May 14
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Visiting Spaniard's Bay last week as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Chipman were Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Sheppard who were married at the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, St. John's, on Friday, May 11, The rector, Rev. R. R. Babb, performed the ceremony. The bride is the former Miss Joyce Deering, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Deering of Carbonear, and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Sheppard of Bell Island. Following the honeymoon, which will be spent on the Avalon Peninsula, including Carbonear, the happy couple will take up residence at Bell Island. Felicitations.

DeWOLF, Marlene
DeWOLF, Margaret Anne
DeWOLF, Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 08 May 1956
THREE CHILDREN DIE IN HOUSE FIRE
HALIFAX
(CP) - Three children, the oldest four, died Saturday night when fire leveled their home 10 miles from here while their parents were visiting neighbours.
Dead are four-year-old Marlene, two-year-old Margaret Anne and nine-months-old Joseph, the only children of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart DeWolf of Hammond Plains.
The five-room bungalow burst quickly into flames, blocking attempts of the parents and neighbors to enter the house.
Chief Wilfred Greenman of the Bedford fire department, seven miles from the back-road settlement, said there was nothing his men could do when they arrived.
Mr. DeWorlf and a neighbor, James Bryan, managed to enter the house through the front window but heat and flames forced them out.
The fire is believed to have started near the kitchen stove.

DROVER, Walter Henley
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956

Died at his home on Sunday, May 27th, Walter Henley Drover, age 62, of Whiteway, Trinity Bay; leaving to mourn his wife, Lillian; one son, Graham; five daughters, Margaret (Mrs. Arthur Halt) Watertown, Mass.; Eleanor (Mrs. Morgan Simmons) Green's Harbour; Lillian (Mrs. George Christensen) Mapleton, N.D., Phyllis (Mrs. Thomas Holloway) Portland, B.B.; and Valerie at home.

DUNPHY, Mary
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956

Passed away at 5.30 a.m. on Monday, May 28th, 1956, Mary, widow of the late James Dunphy of Torbay; left to mourn two sons, John and Peter, one daughter, Mrs. Augustus Redmond. Funeral at Torbay on Wednesday, May 30th, with Requiem Mass at 9 a.m.

EVELY, David
THE DAILY NEWS, 21 May 1956

The funeral service of David Evely, victim of Friday's drowning accident, will take place in George Street United Church today, Monday, May 21, at 2.30 p.m. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

EWING, Isabella Foote
THE DAILY NEWS, 26 May 1956

Passed peacefully away on Friday evening, May 25th, Isabella Foote, beloved wife of James R. Ewing. Funeral on Monday, May 28th, at 11 a.m. from her late residence, 187 LeMarchant Road.

FOLEY, Margaret Alice
FOLEY, Frances Ann
FOLEY, Elizabeth Margaret
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 May 1956
FIRE CLAIMS LIVES MOTHER AND TWO CHILDREN
Mrs. Margaret Alice Foley
and her two children, Frances Ann, aged 2½ years, and baby Elizabeth Margaret, aged 6 months, died yesterday in the flames that quickly enveloped the house on 19 Brazil Square, where they occupied the third storey. Mrs. P. J. Short, who was in the second storey at the time of the fire, jumped from a window, was rescued and taken to hospital for treatment.
No exact cause of the fire is known but neighbors say that shortly after dinner, about 2 p.m., they heard an explosion, and thought that a large square space heater which was situated in the first floor hallway exploded, and the whole house was quickly enveloped in flames and smoke.
Mrs. Foley and her two children had not long before returned from the clinic at St. Michael's Auditorium where the two children were inoculated with Salk Vaccine, and had just gone upstairs when the explosion occurred.
Mrs. Short, who also occupied the house with her son and daughter, was the only member of her family at home at the time. Since the fire, Mr. Robin Short, the son, has visited his mother at the hospital, and reports that she is not seriously injured, he thinks, but is suffering from shock. Mrs. Short's jump from the second storey window was broken by men from the City Council who saw her jump and helped break the fall.
Mrs. Foley is a native of England and was married to her husband, Francis Foley, at Halifax shortly after World War II.
Mr. D. Decker, Commissioner for Canadian Red Cross, was quickly on the scene of the tragedy, and has made emergency clothing and bedding for the Short family. The red Cross was ready to find temporary accommodations for them but they are staying with relatives and friends.

FOLLETT, Mary
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
GRAND BANK
- The death of Mary, beloved wife of Clarence Follett, occurred here at her home on Thursday evening, May 3rd. She was in her 32nd year.
Deceased had been in failing health for some time suffering from a serious heart ailment. Despite all medical care and attention her condition became of a serious nature and she entered into rest on Thursday evening in the prime of womanhood.
The funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon. Burial was in the United Church Cemetery, with Rev. Dr. J. L. Reynolds conducting the services at the home and the graveside.
Deceased is survived by her husband, five children, the youngest of whom is only a few weeks old infant, her mother, two sisters and a brother. To the bereaved relatives and friends we extend the deepest sympathy of the whole community.

FOOTE, Clarence N
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956
RESIDENT OF GRAND BANK PASSES AWAY

The death of Clarence N. Foote occurred at Grand Bank Saturday suddenly, following a heart attack. The late Mr. Foote, who was 55, was a well known and prominent citizen and was actively associated with Fidelity Masonic Lodge was a charter member of the Grand Bank-Fortune Lions Club, and active in United Church affairs.
A former well known soccer player, he was the son of the late Thomas Foote and is survived by 8 sisters, Misses Maud and Georgie at Grand Bank, Mrs. Freeman Lake and Mrs. Aubrey Lake at Fortune, Mr. Reginald LeFeuvre at St. John's, Mrs. Gardner at British Harbour, Mrs. Garfield Harris at Toronto and Mrs. A. Hudson in New York.
Funeral Services were held at Grand Bank yesterday.

FOOTE, Lillian
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956
PIONEER DEAD
GRAND FALLS
- We regret to report the death of a prominent citizen of Botwood on Thursday afternoon, in the person of Mrs. John Foote, formerly Lillian Manuel of Exploits, in her 75th year. The late Mrs. Foote was one of the earliest settlers in Botwood and was actively intentified (sic) with Church and Community affairs during her life at Botwood. The news of her death, as the result of a heart attack, came as a shock to her family and the community at large. The late Mrs. Foote resided with her husband on Church Road, Botwood, until about a week ago when she took ill and was moved to the home of her daughter, Mrs. John A. Arklie, where she passed away Thursday afternoon.
Left to mourn besides her husband are six daughters, Mrs. Gertie Fogwill at Millertown; Dorothy (Mrs. G. M. Stein) in Baltimore; Hazel (Mrs. E. D. Pond) in Baltimore; Sadie (Mrs. James Aitken) in Grand Falls; Julie (Mrs. J. S. Arklie) in Botwood; Susie (Mrs. Ryburn Dean) in San Diego, California); three sons, Dougal in Botwood; Joffree in Toronto, and Eugene in Baltimore; one brother, Mr. W. D. Manuel at Bishop's Falls to all of whom we extend sympathy.

FORD, Esther Parsons (Dawe)
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956

Passed peacefully away after a prolonged illness, Esther Parsons (Dawe), widow of the late William N. Ford of Harbour Grace and Heart's Content; leaving to mourn son Harry, step-daughter Frances, brother Augustus in Nova Scotia, four sisters, Mrs. (Rev.) L. Weight, Marbourough, England, Mrs. J. W. Dawe, Mrs. A. White and Mrs. E. J. Godden of St. John's, also 5 grandchildren. Requiem Saturday at 10 a.m. at the C. of E. Cathedral.

FORD, Esther Parsons
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 May 1956
HR. GRACE
- It is with very real regret that the many friends of Mrs. Esther Parsons Ford, learned of her passing which took place at St. John's in the early hours of Thursday morning, May 3rd.
The late Mrs. Ford was a daughter of the well-known and late Captain Henry and Mrs. Dawe of Bay Roberts, where she was born. Previous to her marriage she spent some years in British Columbia. Returning to Newfoundland, she met and married the late William N. Ford, formerly of Hr. Grace, but then Superintendent of Western Union Cable Co. at Heart's Content, and resided there until on the retirement of her husband, when the family moved to Harbour Grace to take up residence in their newly built home on Noad Street.
Following the death of her husband, the late Mrs. Ford moved to St. John's. For the past couple of years, she had suffered indifferent health, a condition which she bore with the unfailing cheerfulness which was a characteristic of hers, and which won her many friends wherever she went.
Left to mourn are one son, Henry, a stepdaughter, Frances and five grand-children of St. John's, one brother Augustus at Canso, N.S., and five sisters, Mrs. L. Wright of Marborough (sic) England, Mrs. Edward Dawe, Mrs. John W. Dawe, Mrs. Arthur White and Mrs. E. J. Godden all of St. John's, and a wide circle of relatives and friends to all of whom sincere sympathy is extended in their bereavement.
The funeral took place on Saturday morning at 2 o'clock with Requiem service at the Church of England Cathedral, interment being of the C. of E. Cemetery on Forest Road.

FORSEY, Blanche
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
GRAND BANK
- Relatives here were advised last week of the death of Miss Blanche Forsey on Thursday, May 3rd, at Ottawa. Deceased was in her 82nd year and had been in hospital only a few days before her passing.
The funeral services were held at Ottawa on Sunday, May 6th. Quite a number of Newfoundlanders were present at the service to pay their last respects. The late Miss Forsey was a former resident of this town, where she was a well known and respected citizen. For many years she was active in the nursing profession both at home and in the United States. A few years ago she and her sister Mabel left here to take up residence at Ottawa where she entered into eternal rest last week.
She is survived by her sister Mabel, and several other relatives both here and on the mainland, to whom we join with the whole community and her many other friends in expressing deepest sympathy in their great sorrow.

FREAKE, Charles
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
GRAND FALLS - REMAINS LATE CHARLES FREAKE BROUGHT HOME

The body of the late Charles Freake, 52, of Joe Batt's Arm, left St. John's by the express yesterday, accompanied by Mrs. Freake and Mr. Ephriam Freake, a brother of the deceased, for burial at Joe Batt's Arm.
The late Mr. Freake has been a patient at the General Hospital for the past month, and died there on Sunday. He is survived by his mother, two sisters, Mrs. Ralph Decker and Mrs. Albert Brown, and two brothers, Peter and John at Joe Batt's Arm, Kenneth at Fogo and Eli at Norris Arm.

GEORGE, Samuel
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956
BELL ISLAND
- The passing of Mr. Sam George whose death occurred at his home Bell Island on May 10th was learned with profound regret by his many friends, Mr. George was in his 73rd year, and had been in failing health for some time past.
A native of Carbonear East, the late Mr. Samuel George came to Bell Island, thirty-two years and entered the employ of the Steel Company and worked in No. 3 Mine as a timberman. He was an efficient and capable workman and following twenty-nine years of unbroken service he was retired on pension in 1953.
A quite unassuming man, Mr. George was at all time the best of friends with all who had the pleasure of making his acquaintance and were ready to help those needing his assistance or help in any way.
He is survived by his widow, one son Matt, Bell Island; and one sister, Mrs. Michael Lahey, Heart's Delight, also a number of grand-children.
The funeral took place by motor hearse Sunday morning to St. Michael's Church where the last prayers for the dead were recited by the Rev. Fr. Purcell. Interment was in the R.C. Cemetery.
Mr. James J. Murphy was the undertaker and the following comprised the pall-bearers: Messrs. Addison Bown, Walter Jackman, Mike Reid, Thos. Ryan, William Thistle, Jaries Reid.

GILLIES, William W
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956

Died suddenly at Grand Falls on May 3rd, William W. Gillies, a veteran of the first World War, aged 57; leaving to mourn wife, one son, four daughters, one brother and one sister and three grandchildren.

The Daily News
May 21, 1956
Page: 8
Spaniard's Bay, May 14 -
William Ernest Gosse
- It was with a feeling of genuine regret that his many friends in Spaniard's Bay and elsewhere heard of the almost sudden passing of Mr. William Ernest Gosse on Monday of last week, following a heart attack. He was seventy-six.
Mr. Gosse, known to most of the younger generation as "Uncle Ern", was a builder of no mean ability, and was known well among contractors and workmen throughout the province as a man who knew his work and who possessed the ability of getting things done. At an early age he went to the United States and entered the construction trades, and it was during those years that he gained a thorough knowledge of all phases of construction that made him a successful builder later in life when he held positions of construction superintendent with some of the major contractors of his day. Among some of the buildings that he supervised are St. Mary's School and the Jewish Synagogue in St. John's, many the business establishments at Town Square, Bell Island, and the Amalgamated School, Bay Roberts. His last building was the Roman Catholic Church at Bellevue.
Failing eyesight curtailed his work in later years, but he always found something to do, as he was the type of man who had to be doing something. There are many successful carpenters and builders today who are grateful to him for sound advice freely given. His interest in the news of the day, local and foreign, and his comprehension of it, made him an interesting person with which to converse, and he dearly loved an argument. Because of these things his friends will miss him all the more.
He is survived by his widow (to whom he had been married for over fifty-one years), one son, Israel, with whom he resided, and daughter, Lavina (Mrs. Thomas Hodder), St. John's. Three sisters also survive: Annie (Mrs. Eben Hutchings), St. John's, Janet (Mrs. Levi Perrin), Lynn, Mass., and Fanny (Mrs. Selby Hutchings), Saugus, Mass., as well as thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
His funeral, which was largely attended, took place on Wednesday afternoon to the parish church of the Holy Redeemer where the service was the Burial of the Dead was read by the rector, Rev. Canon T. E. Loder. Pallbearers were Messrs. William Jewer, Harry Chipman, George E. Drover, James Jewer, John W. Mercer and Nathaniel Barrett. Interment was in the family plot at Mortuary Hill Cemetery.
"Father, in Thy gracious keeping
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping."

GOSSE, William Ernest
THE DAILY NEWS, 21 May 1956
SPANIARD'S BAY, May 14
- It was with a feeling of genuine regret that his many friends in Spaniard's Bay and elsewhere heard of the almost sudden passing of Mr. William Ernest Gosse on Monday of last week, following a heart attack. He was seventy-six.
Mr. Gosse, known to most of the younger generation as "Uncle Ern," was a builder of no mean ability, and was known well among contractors and workmen throughout the province as a man who knew his work and who possessed the ability of getting things done. At an early age he went to the United States and entered the construction trades, and it was during those years that he gained a thorough knowledge of all phases of construction that made him a successful builder later in life when he held positions of construction superintendent with some of the major contractors of his day. Among some of the buildings that he supervised are St. Mary's School and the Jewish Synagogue in St. John's, many of the business establishments at Town Square, Bell Island, and the Amalgamated School, Bay Roberts. His last building was the Roman Catholic Church at Bellvue (sic).
Failing eyesight curtailed his work in later years, but he always found something to do as he was the type of man who had to be doing something. There are many successful carpenters and builders today who are grateful to him for sound advice freely given. His interest in the news of the day, local and foreign, and his comprehension of it, made him an interesting persons (sic) with whom to converse and he dearly loved an argument. Because of these things his friends will miss him all the more.
He is survived by his widow (to whom he had been married for over fifty-one years), one son Israel with whom he resided, and daughter Lavina (Mrs. Thomas Hodder, St. John's). Three sisters also survive: Annie (Mrs. Eban Hutchings, St. John's), Janet (Mrs. Levi Perrin, Lynn, Mass.), and Fanny (Mrs. Selby Hutchings, Saugus, Mass.), as well as thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
His funeral which was largely attended took place on Wednesday afternoon to the parish church of the Holy Redeemer where the service for the Burial of the Dead was read by the rector, Rev. Canon T. E. Loder. Pallbearers were Messrs. William Jewer, Harry Chipman, George E. Drover, James Jewer, John W. Mercer, and Nathaniel Barrett. Interment was in the family plot at Mortuary Hill Cemetery.

GRAHAM, William H
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 July 1956
VETERAN DOSCO OFFICIAL PASSES AWAY
BELL ISLAND
- A veteran Dosco official and a man who played a prominent part in the construction and organization of many types of steel and coal facilities in Nova Scotia, William H. Graham, age 83, passed away at St. Rita's Hospital, Sydney on Friday, May 4th.
Born in New Glasgow, the late Mr. Graham was one of the most permanent and highly respected of Dosco's early officials. For 48 years he worked in a variety of capacities with Dosco and the continuity of his service was interrupted only by four years in the United States.
After learning his machinists trade in New Glasgow, he was employed by the Nova Scotia Steel and Coal Company, Limited and during the early days of iron ore mining at Wabana, Newfoundland, held position of Mechanical Foreman from 1898-1902. He was then recalled to become Mechanical and Works Superintendent for the Nova Scotia Steel and Coal Company, Limited at Sydney Mines, a position he held for 14 years. In 1918 he was promoted to the position of Superintendent of Construction for the Corporation and in 1924 became Superintendent of Insurance, Lands and Titles, a Department which had among its onerous responsibilities the development and maintenance of records pertaining to the Corporation's many holdings. After many years of service, during which he enjoyed the co-operation and admiration of a wide circle of associates, he retired on pension in March of 1947. While his activities were restricted by his health since his retirement and his health had further deteriorated in recent years, his passing is learned of by a wide circle of friends and acquaintances with sincerest regrets.
Active in community, fraternal and other circles, the late W. H. Graham was a past Commodore of the Royal Cape Breton Yacht Club, and had fifty-year jewels from both the Royal Oak Lodge in Sydney Mines and Prince of Dales (sic) Chapter of the Masonic Order of Sydney.
The surviving members of the late Mr. W. H. Graham's family are his second wife, the former Christina Sampson, incidentally a former Dosco General Office employee, two children, Mary Jane and William, both at home and teen agers (sic), one sister, Mrs. J. A. Young, now living with her daughter Mrs. Godsoe in Toronto, two brothers, Mr. Justice R. H. Graham, retired member of the Supreme Court of Nova Scotia, and Mr. R. Douglas Graham, Q.C., both of Halifax. He is predeceased by his former wife, Jessie Makepiece Braman, one sister Mrs. George D. (Jessie) MacDougall of New Glasgow; three brothers, Thomas A. Graham of Edmonton, Gordon M. Graham of Halifax and Marshall Graham of New Gasgow (sic).
Funeral service took place at First United Church, Sydney and the remains were then forwarded to New Glasgow where interment took place.

GUY, Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 18 May 1956

Passed peacefully away Thursday at 5 p.m. after a lingering illness Joseph Guy, aged 76 years, leaving to mourn his sad loss one son, Dr. A. M. Guy, Buchans, four sisters, Mrs. E. Bolyer and Mrs. K. Nolan of Medford, Mass., also Mrs. Dr. M. F. Hogan and Mrs. J. F. Lacey of this city, one brother, Vincent J. Guy of Catalina. Funeral will takeplace (sic) on Saturday morning at 10.30 to St. Patrick's Church for Requiem Mass, from the residence of Mr. Thomas Hann, 15 Deanery Avenue.

GUY, Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 28 May 1956

Shortly before the setting of the sun on the afternoon of Thursday, May 17. At the residence of Mr. Thomas Hann, 15 Deanery Avenue, Joseph Guy entered into rest.
Born at Catalina 1880, the eldest son of the late Joseph and Juliana Guy of that place, he, at an early age, left home and secured employment with the Reid Newfoundland Railway and spent many years at Humbermouth. About thirty-five years ago he was transferred to St. John's where he held a responsible and trusted position with the Railway until being retired on pension ten years ago.
To mar his retirement, his wife passed away just about the time he was placed on the pension list and, being a man devoted to his home, he found very little interest outside of it. For the past few years he resided at the home of his next door neighbours, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hann, who very tenderly and affectionately cared for him at the end and during his long illness.
Perhaps the most outstanding traits of the late Joseph Guy were his good judgment and sound reasoning in all matters.
He leaves to mourn one son, Dr. Augustine M. Guy of Buchans, who arrived here in time for the funeral when interment at Belvedere Cemetery following Requiem Mass took place on Saturday, May 19. One brother at Catalina, two sisters at St. John's, two sisters at Boston, Mass., and five grandchildren also survive, to all of whom we offer deepest sympathy.

HALFYARD, Margaret M
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at 32 Victoria Street on May 8th, Margaret M. Halfyard, widow of the late W. W. Halfyard, leaving to mourn one daughter, Ruth (Mrs. Gordon Montgomery) of Lucknow, Ontario. Funeral notice later. No flowers by request.

HALFYARD, Margaret M
THE DAILY NEWS, 10 May 1956

Passed peacefully away Tuesday, May 8, Margaret M. Halfyard, widow of W. W. Halfyard, left to mourn one daughter, Ruth (Mrs. Gordon Montgomery of Lucknow, Ontario) and two grandchildren; also one sister, Gertrude Diamond. Funeral by motor hearse from her late residence, 32 Victoria Street at 2.30 p.m. Friday, May 11. No flowers by request.

HALL, Alberta
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 May 1956

Passed away at Carbonear on Wednesday afternoon, Alberta, widow of the late Archibald Hall in her 73rd year. Surviving are one son, George at Carbonear, two daughters, Betty (Mrs. Alfred Hillier) Carbonear and Emma (Mrs. Eli Pilgrim) Roddickton; two sisters, Mrs. George Cobb and Mrs. S. R. Dawe; one brother, Guy Taylor, all of St. John's and six grandchildren. The funeral will take place today at 2.30 p.m. from Carnell's Funeral Home, 28 Cochrane Street, St. John's. Interment at the General Protestant Cemetery.

HOLLETT, Albert James
THE DAILY NEWS, 21 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at the Fever Hospital on Saturday, May 19th, at noon, Albert James Hollett, aged 58 years, leaving to mourn his wife, one daughter and one son. Funeral this afternoon at 4 o'clock from his late residence, 72 Cabot St.

HUTCHINGS, Kathleen
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital, Thursday, Thursday (sic), May 24th, at 9 p.m., Mrs. Kathleen Hutchings, widow of the late Patrick Hutchings of Mobile in her 70th year; leaving to mourn 1 son, Andrew, at St. John's, 1 brother, Leo O'Driscoll of Tors Cove. Funeral at Mobile Saturday.

HYDE, Rebecca
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956
GRAND BANK
- Relatives here were advised last week of the death of Mrs. Rebecca Hyde at Toronto. Mrs. Hyde was in her 87th year. Interment was at Toronto.
The late Mrs. Hyde was the wife of the late George Hyde and resided here for many years previous to moving to Toronto. She is survived by three daughters, George (sic) (Mrs. John Parsons), and Mary (Mrs. Herbert Reynolds) at Toronto, and Daisy (Mrs. Frank Ford) at London, England, as well as several relatives living here.

JOY, Helen Agnes
THE DAILY NEWS, 12 May 1956

Died at Dorchester on May 1, Helen Agnes Joy, beloved wife of Michael F. Joy, and eldest daughter of the late Richard and Margaret MacDonnell of St. George's. Left to mourn are her husband, two daughters, two granddaughters, four sisters and two brothers.

KAVANAGH, Rosanna
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 May 1956

On May 6th, Rose Kavanagh, daughter of the late John and Rosanna Kavanagh, leaving to mourn 3 sisters and 1 brother. Funeral by motor hearse from 21 Colonial Street, Tuesday at 9.30 with Requiem Mass at the Bascilla (sic) of St. John The Baptist.

KELLY, John Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at 8.30 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, John Joseph Kelly, age 63 years. Funeral will take place at 9.30 Friday morning with High Requiem Mass at the R. C. Basilica. Interment at Belvedere.

KENNEDY, Mary Josephine
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 May 1956

At 9.30 p.m. May 11th at the Banting Memorial Hospital, Gander, in her 68th year, Mary Josephine, widow of the late William P. Kennedy of Avondale, leaving to mourn six sons, William Daniel, Maurice and Walter at Avondale; James at Gander and Francis at Boston; one brother, Mr. Walter Walsh of Avondale and ten grandchildren. Funeral on Monday, May 14th, at Avondale, after the celebration of Solemn Mass of Requiem by Father Walsh, P.P.

KING, Lillian
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956
MRS. A. KING DIES AT KITCHENER
GRAND FALLS
- Residents of Central Newfoundland will learn with much regret of the death at Kitchener, Ontario, on Saturday, of Mrs. Arthur King, the former Miss Lillian Moore of Carbonear. Mr. and Mrs. King resided for many years in Grand Falls, where Mr. King was the bandmaster of the Grand Falls Corps of the Salvation Army. It is understood that Mrs. King succumbed to a heart attack.
She leaves to mourn, besides her husband, two sons, George and Burnham at Kitchener; also two sisters-in-law, Mrs. George B. Cater and Mrs. Llewellyn King, both of Circular Road, Grand Falls. To whom we extend sympathy.

LAWRENCE, Elizabeth Ann
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956

Died at 2.30 p.m. Wednesday, Elizabeth Ann Lawrence, age 7, only daughter of Mr. And Mrs. R. G. (Alec) Lawrence, 57 Whiteway Street, leaving to mourn her bereaved parents and 3 brothers. Funeral from her late residence, 57 Whiteway Street at 10 a.m. Friday, May 18.

LeDREW, H
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES
- The death occurred on Saturday, May 12th, of Mr. H. LeDrew, formerly of Cupids, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Jackson Hussey of South River.

LeGROW, Norma
THE DAILY NEWS, 03 May 1956

Died on May 2nd at the General Hospital as a result of a car accident, Norma, aged 7 years, daughter of Stephen and Doris LeGrow, of 769 Water Street West; leaving to mourn mother, father, 3 sisters and 3 brothers. The funeral will take place on Friday at 2.30 p.m. by motor hearse from the residence of Neville Bugden, 4 Albany Street.

LeGROW, Norma
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956
CHILD DIES AS RESULT OF ACCIDENT

The province's accidental death toll continued to mount yesterday when a seven-year-old St. John's girl died in hospital as the result of injuries she sustained in an accident on Water Street West on Monday afternoon.
The girl, Norma LeGrow, daughter of Stephen and Doris LeGrow of 789 Water Street West, was reported by police to have been hit and knocked down by a pickup shortly before dinner hour on Monday. She had been returning home from school at Parkins Academy.
The funeral takes place this afternoon from 4 Albany Street.

JENSEN, Rev Dr Philip
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 May 1956
REV. P. JENSEN PASSES AWAY

Word was received yesterday of the sudden death of the Rev. Dr. Philip Jensen at Baltimore, Maryland, on Monday, May 7.
During World War I the late Mr. Jensen, formerly of Harbour Breton, served overseas with the First Canadian contingent as a member of the Black Watch Regiment, was discharged and returned home because of illness. After his return to Newfoundland he was active in a recruiting campaign for men for the regiment.
His name is actively associated with the campaign against tuberculosis in Newfoundland, for a camp established in the west end of St. John's, during World War I, built through the efforts of the late Mrs. John Browning and Mr. Reuben Horwood for returned soldiers, was called the Jensen Camp, and he was one of the first patients to receive treatment at this camp.
Several years before a camp for women patients was established by Imperial Order Daughters of Empire near the same area, and it was from the successful treatment of patients at these camps that the government was forced to establish the present Sanatorium on Bocock's farm, Topsail Road.

LILLY, Eli
THE DAILY NEWS, 31 May 1956

Funeral of the late Eli Lilly, age 73 years, will take place from Carnell's Funeral Home, 28 Cochrane St. on Friday, June 1st at 2.30 p.m. by motor hearse for interment in the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road.

MacEACHERN, Dr Malcolm
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 May 1956
SEND SOIL TO U.S.
SHERBROOKE, Que
. (CP) - Soil from the Sherbrooke Hospital grounds has been sent to Puyallup, Wash., where a Canadian maple tree will be planted in a Memorial Park honouring Dr. Malcolm MacEachern. Dr. MacEachern, Canadian-born and a graduate of Mc Gill University in Montreal, was an organizer for the American College of Hospital Administrators. He died last February.

McCARTHY, Edward Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 14 May 1956

Died Sunday morning at 9.30 a.m. May 13th, after a short illness, Edward Joseph McCarthy, dearly beloved husband to Julia Kelly, leaving to mourn his sad loss a loving wife, three sons, three daughters and a large circle of friends. Funeral on Tuesday morning with High Requiem Mass at 9.30 in the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. Interment at Mount Carmel cemetery.

McCARTHY, Edward Joseph
THE DAILY NEWS, 15 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at the General Hospital, Sunday morning at 9.30 a.m. May 13, after a short illness, Edward Joseph McCarthy, dearly beloved husband of Julia Kelly; leaving to mourn his sad loss, loving wife, three sons and three daughters, and eleven grandchildren. Funeral by motor hearse from his late residence, 17 Carter's Hill, this morning, Tuesday, with High Requiem Mass at 9.30 a.m. in the Basilica of St. John Baptist. Interment at Mount Carmel cemetery.

MERCER, Lita
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956
FORMER RESIDENT COLEY'S POINT DIES IN U.S.A.
BAY ROBERTS, May 22
- Relatives have received word of the death of a former resident of Coley's Point. The deceased person is Miss Lita Mercer, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mercer, formerly of Bareneed Road, Coley's Point South.
Miss Mercer died at her home at Gerris, North Hampshire (sic), leaving to mourn 2 brothers, Reginald in the Untied States, and (name illegible), residing at Mount Pearl.
Deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved relatives.

MILLS, Fred
THE DAILY NEWS, 04 May 1956
WINDSOR, N.S
. (CP) - Fred Mills, 54, of Bramber, Hants county, was killed Tuesday night when struck by a car.

MOQUIN, Aimee
THE DAILY NEWS, 26 May 1945
BELL ISLAND - TRAGIC DEATH OF AIMEE MOQUIN

His many friends and they were many were deeply shocked when they learned on Sunday morning that Aimee Moquin had lost his life in the early morning fire that completely destroyed the 46 year-old three storey staff house which had been a landmark in the Community.
Mr. Moquin was born on January 20th, 1926 at La Prarie, Quebec. He was a veteran of world war II, and came to Bell Island on June 6th, 1955, where he was employed as electrical foreman with the C. Howard Simpkin Company of Montreal, and was doing some special work here for the Mining Company.
"Aimee" as he was familiary (sic) known was a general favourite and his untimely passing at such an early age is deeply mourned by all who had the pleasure of knowing this grand gentleman. His remains were sent to Longueil Avenue, in care of undertaker Joseph Pitre, 68 St. Charles St.., Longveil, Quebec, Monday afternoon.
A guard of honor from the Canadian Legion silence (sic) while prayer for the departed was offered by Rev'd Fr. J. L. O'Dwyer at the Public Building, Bell Island where the body rested until being taken to the CNR Station, St. John's, by undertaker Bert Rideout. The funeral to take place at Longueil, Quebec.
He leaves to mourn, father, mother and one brother, to whom deepest sympathy is extended in their great loss.

NOLAN, Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 08 May 1956

Died in General Hospital on Sunday, May 6, 1956 in her 77th year, Elizabeth Nolan, leaving to mourn one son, Frederick. Funeral on Wednesday 8.15 with Requiem Mass from her late residence, 9 Adelaide Street.

NOSEWORTHY, Leah Francis
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES
- Word has been received by friends of the death recently in Montreal of Leah Francis, wife of Mr. Joseph B. Noseworthy, formerly of South River.
Mrs. Noseworthy was the daughter of the late Mr. And Mrs. Az Boone Sr. She is survived by her husband, 1 son Vernon and a daughter Patricia, also two brothers, Mr. Az Boone of South River and Mr. Harvey Boone in Montreal, and two sisters, Mrs. A. Hannah and Mrs. Everett Reid in Montreal.

O'Day, Mary
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956
CHILD FALLS FROM BED, DIES
GRAND FALLS
- Mr. And Mrs. Michael O'Day, Patrick Street, Windsor, are receiving the sympathy of their many friends on the tragic death of their nine months old daughter, Mary, at their home Monday afternoon.
The child was sleeping on a bed and rolled off to the floor striking her head on the edge of a water bucket that had been placed near the bedside earlier in the afternoon.
Mrs. O'Day (the former Miss Ethel Curtis of Third Avenue, Grand Falls) heard the child fall off the bed and rushing to her assistance noticed the child had sustained a large bruise on her forehead. Mrs. O'Day immediately summoned a doctor but the child had passed away almost within a few minutes after falling off the bed.

O'FLAHERTY, Kathrine G
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956

Passed peacefully away, after a long illness, 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 8th, Kathrine G. O'Flaherty, Assistant Nursing Superintendent at St. John's Sanatorium.

OSMOND, Bertram
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 May 1956

Passed away Friday, May 11, Bertram Osmond in his eighty-second year, leaving to mourn wife, four daughters and one sister. Funeral by motor hearse Saturday, May 12, from his late residence, 74 Merrymeeting Road. No flowers by request.

PARSONS, Alexander
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956
BELL ISLAND
- Bell Island suffered an irreparable loss in the passing of Mr. Alexander Parsons, which occurred at his home on Main Street, Saturday afternoon, May 12. No man on the island was more highly esteemed. Indeed he occupied a niche peculiarly his own; his winning personality, his tolerant, wholesome, friendly spirit, his love of fair play and his broad human sympathies having won for him a popularity that it falls to few people to enjoy.
Son of the late George and Mary Ann Parsons, he was born at Freshwater, Bell island, June 17, 1882. He had been in failing health for a number of years but was able to be around when at times his health condition improved. Two weeks ago his final illness came, and on Saturday the acute stage was reached. All that medical skill and tender care could do was invoked, but He who wills all things had decreed and his gentle spirit winged its way to the throne of Him who gave it.
After leaving school the late Sandy Parsons, as he was familiarly known, entered the employ of the mining company and worked with them for approximately forty-four years. A craftsman of no mean ability he was a painter by trade and was rated as one of the best in the province. Following a life-time of faithful and efficient service he was retired on pension in 1947. He then worked on his own until 1950 when he relinquished his duties owing to failing health.
An exemplary Anglican he served his church well, and was for 18 years sexton of St. Boniface Church. An ardent curler, he was one of the first to play the game at the old rink when it was built here nearly fifty years ago. His sense of humor, his optimistic nature and his ardent spirit left an indelible impression on those he met and endeared him to his many friends.
"He had vast capacities for making friends; he liked people, liked to talk with people, to help people and to be with people." This grand gentleman has now passed from this vale of tears, but we feel better for having known him, for he was one of nature's best and gifted with much commonsense.
Left to sustain the bereavement are a loving wife, two sons, Bert and Ted, Bell Island, two daughters: Maude (Mrs. Jack Kennedy, Corner Brook), Muriel (Mrs. Oliver White, Bell Island); one sister, Mrs. Walter Rees, Lance Cove, and one brother, Hedley, residing in Seattle, Washington, D.C. (sic)
The funeral took place by motor hearse to St. Cyprian's Church Monday afternoon and was largely attended. The service at the church was taken by the rector, Rev. T. F. Honeygold. The hymns sung were "Rock of Ages" and "Forever With the Lord," favorite of the deceased. Miss M. L. Jennings, L.R.A.M., presided at the organ. Interment was in the Anglican Cemetery. Mr. Bert Rideout was the undertake and the following were the pall-bearers: Messrs. Thomas Murphy, George Normore, J. W. Searle, Stephen Fitzgerald, Ben Searle, Peter Fitzgerald....

PARSONS, Alexander T
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956

Passed away at his home, The Front, Bell Island May 12th, Alexander T. Parsons in his 73rd year, leaving to mourn his wife (nee Mae Harding, 2 sons, Ted and Bert, Bell Island, 2 daughters, (Maud) Mrs. J. A. Kennedy, Corner Brook; (Muriel, R.N.) Mrs. Oliver White, Bell Island; 1 sister, Mrs. Lila Rees, Lance Cove; and 1 brother, Headley, Seattle, U.S.A.

PECKFORD, William
THE DAILY NEWS, 09 May 1956
Passed away at the General Hospital Tuesday, May 8th, William Peckford, leaving to mourn wife, one daughter, three sisters and one brother. Funeral by motor hearse from 25 Bond Street at 2.30 p.m. Thursday.

PENNEY, John H
Passed peacefully away at Carbonear, Saturday, May 12, John H. Penney in his 80th year. Survived by his wife, the former May Taylor, 4 daughters, Florence at home, Frances (Mrs. George Clarke) at Twillingate; Nan (Mrs. Joe Barter), Toronto; Rosa (Mrs. Charles Harvey), Middletown, N.S., 4 sons, Eric at Corner Brook, Joe at Norwich, England; Donald B. at St. John's; Fred at Centralia, Ontario; 3 sisters, Mrs. James Pike, Edmonton, Alberta; Mrs. Edwin Coltpitto, Orange, New Jersey; Mrs. Stanley Duder, St. John's and 22 grandchildren. Funeral at Carbonear, 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 14.

PENNEY, John H
THE DAILY NEWS, 18 May 1956
CARBONEAR, May 14
- One of the town's most respected citizens, Mr. John H. Penney, passed peacefully away at his home at 4 p.m. Saturday last, in his 80th year.
Deceased was the son of the late Josiah and Annie Penney, and was one of a large family, a family that successfully prosecuted the Labrador fishery at Isle au Bois for a great many years. Shortly after the incorporation of Saunders, Howell & Co., he joined that firm and continued as a member of the staff until his retirement.
In religion the late Mr. Penney was United Church, serving on practically all its Boards and for quite a number of years he was chairman of the Board of Stewards, a position he carried out with dignity to the church and to himself. He was also a member of the Board of Education, indeed he served on just about every committee that had as its aim the betterment of Church or school.
He was also active in fraternal organizations, being the RWM of Lodge "Carbonear" AF & AM on three different occasions, and was the oldest member of that Lodge. Several years ago he was given the Honorary Rank of District Grand Master Deputy, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Freemasonry in Newfoundland. He was a Past Master of "Carbonear" LOL, No. 13; PWP of "Pretoria" I.A.P., No. 514; a member of "Victory" Lodge, No. 425, OYB; PJDM of Grand Orange Lodge of Newfoundland, his name being one of several affixed to the Act Incorporating the LOA in Newfoundland. He was one of sixteen to be presented with long-service Certificates by "Carbonear" LOL No. 13 a few months ago.
Forty-nine years come November he married Miss May Taylor, of St. John's, and to them were born eight children, four daughters and four sons, all of whom are living, seven in Canada and one in England. He and Mrs. Penney were looking forward to their golden anniversary but such was not to be. It is...he will be most missed; he never let any member of the family do what he could do. To use a familiar expression, "he tended on them hand and foot" and often against their wishes.
John H. Penney was a generous man; no one really knew what he gave, especially to the sick and needy. One of his last acts was to place a donation in an envelope for the Orphanage Collection that was taken in the United Church on Sunday. What you give with a willing heart will surely come back to you, was one of his favourite and oft quoted statements. Yes, he was a very generous man.
His funeral took place from his late residence to the United Churc (sic) Cemetery this afternoon, following a service at the home, conducted by Rev. W. B. Johnson, B.A., B.D.
At the graveside the Masonic burial service was conducted by WM, Mr. Ben Davis, with Mr. John W. Butt, Chaplain, performing the Grand Honours. The Orange Ritual was read by the WM, Mr. Fred Clarke, and Mr. G. W. Parsons, Chaplain; and the OYB by WM, Mr. William Samson. The Orange Grand Lodge was represented by past Grand Masters R. J. Smith and Chesley Fillier.
The casket was a bed of flowers, testifying to the esteem in which deceased was held.
Left to mourn the passing of a loving husband, father and brother are his widow, four daughters, Florence at home; Mrs. George Clarke at Twillingate; Mrs. Joe Barter at Toronto, and Mrs. Charles Harvey at Middleton, N.S.; four sons, Eric in Corner Brook; Joseph in England; Donald in St. John's, and fred (sic) at Centralla, Ont.; three sisters, Mrs. James Pike, Edmonton, Alberta; Mrs. Edwin Colpitts, Orange, New Jersey; Mrs. Stanley Duder, St. John's, and twenty-three grandchildren, to all of whom we tender our deepest sympathy.

QUICK, Julia
THE DAILY NEWS, 03 May 1956

Passed peacefully away, Wednesday, May 2nd, 1956, at 9.30 p.m., Julia, beloved wife of Charles E. Quick, in her 68th year; leaving to mourn Bill (England), Hilda (Mrs. Robt. Green), Syb, Margaret (Mrs. Jack Pollock) Charles and Ena; Two sisters, Hilda (Mrs. John Taylor), Dorothy Pike and two brothers, James F. Pike and Wm. H. Pike and 17 grandchildren. The funeral will take place from her late residence 194 Topsail Road by motor hearse to Mount Pleasant Cemetery on Saturday, May 5th at 2.30 p.m.

RODWAY, Amos
THE DAILY NEWS, 19 May 1956

Passed peacefully away on May 18th Amos Rodway in his 83rd year saddened by his passing is his wife and daughter. Funeral will take place on Monday, May 21st at 2.30 p.m. by motor hearse from his late residence, 108 Freshwater Road.

RODWAY, Amos
THE DAILY NEWS, 21 May 1956

Passed peacefully away on May 18th Amos Rodway in his 93rd year. Saddened by his passing is his wife and daughter. Funeral will take place on Monday, May 21st, at 2.30 p.m. by motor hearse from his late residence, 108 Freshwater Road.

ROODE, Beverly
THE DAILY NEWS, 07 May 1956
TRURO
(CP) - Four-year-old Beverly Roode, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Roode, was killed Thursday when she ran into the path of a truck. A coroner's jury ruled accidental death.

RYAN, David Aidan
THE DAILY NEWS, 18 May 1956

Died May 17th at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital David Aidan, infant son of Wallace and Ruth Ryan.

SISTER M CARMELLA
THE DAILY NEWS, 28 May 1956
CARBONEAR
- Solemn Mass of Requiem for Sister M. Carmella was celebrated at St. Patrick's Church on the morning of May 14th. By Rev. Fr. Burke, assisted by Rev. Frs. Hogan and Terry. It was attended by a large congregation.

SNOOK, John
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956

Passed away May 16, 1956, at 5.30 a.m. John Snook, 58 years, leaving to mourn wife, four sons, five daughters. Funeral by motor hearse from his late residence, 56 Pearce Avenue, Friday morning with Requiem Mass at St. Theresa's Church, at 9.30 a.m.

SNOW, William
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
CLARKE'S BEACH NOTES

Passed away suddenly on Saturday May 12th, at Whitbourne, Mr. William Snow in his 79th year. He was very well known at Clarke's Beach where he had lived practically all his life, the remains were brought to Clarke's Beach where the body lay in state in the Orange Hall until Sunday.
The funeral took place on Sunday at the Salvation Army Citadel, with Lieut. Charles Woodland of Whitbourne officiating. Mr. Snow was a member of the L.O.A. and the members led by the band attended in a body.
Leaving to mourn are his wife one brother James, in Montreal, and one sister, Mrs. Chas. Morgan at Grace Bay.

STARES, Henry William
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956
WABANA RESIDENT PASSES AWAY

His many friends on Bell Island and elsewhere will regret to learn of the passing at the Grace Hospital yesterday afternoon of Mr. Henry William Stares. The deceased gentleman passed away following two serious surgical operation at that institution.
Mr. Stares, who was a well-known and respected resident of Bell Island, moved there from Brooklyn, Bonavista Bay, at the turn of the century to enter the employ of the Nova Scotia Coal and Steel Company, and served in the Mechanical Department until his retirement.
Left to mourn are his widow, two sons, Max and Bert, and one daughter, Daisy (Mrs. Gordon Petcoff).

STARES, Henry William
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956

Passed peacefully away noon Tuesday, May 15th at the Grace Hospital, H. M. Stares of Bell Island in his 75th year. Left to mourn their sad loss wife (nee Amelia Normore), 3 sons, Max, Bert and Revlyn, 1 daughter (Daisie) Mrs. Gordon Petcoff, 1 sister, Mrs. Susan Sharpe, residing in the United Kingdom and 7 grandchildren. Funeral notice later.

STARES, Henry William
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956

The funeral of the late H. M. Stares will take place from his late residence, Main Street, Bell Island, at 2 o'clock this afternoon to St. Cyprian's Anglican Church. Interment will be in the Anglican cemetery.

STARES, Henry William
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 May 1956
A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE H. M. STARES

The community in general, and his relatives and friends in particular, received a profound shock on Tuesday, May 15th, when the sad news became known that Mr. H. M. Stares had passed away at the Grace Hospital.
It came as an unexpected blow to the members of his family who were hopeful of his recovery from a severe operation. They had visited him only two days before and found him cheerful and apparently on the road to recovery. But a second operation became necessary and it proved too much for him. He passed away on the operating table at noon on the 15th in the presence of his wife who was hurriedly summoned to his side.
The late Harry Stares was in his 76th year, but until his last illness he retained the bodily vigour and mental outlook of a much younger man. He was a familiar figure on the Wabana scene over the past half-century, and the community is the poorer by the passing of one of its most respected citizens.
Born at Brooklyn, Bonavista Bay, on March 14th, 1881, the late Harry Stares spent his youth at Port Blandford where his parents, the late Frank and Emma Stares, carried on a hotel and operated a business. On leaving school he first went to work with the old Newfoundland Railway before the turn of the century. Leaving the employ of the Railway in 1900, he came to Bell Island and worked first with the Nova Scotia Steel & Coal Company in the mechanical department at their pier. Then, in 1908, he entered the employ of the Dominion Iron & Steel Company and remained with them until 1922, working first in the mechanical and then in the electrical department.
In 1922, when M. J. K. Butler resigned his position as Electrical Superintendent with the Dominion Company and moved to the United States (where he died last year), Mr. Stares went with him and spent the next eight years at construction work in Massachusetts. One of the projects on which he worked was the construction of the first Statler Hotel in Boston.
Returning to Bell Island in 1930, he took up work in the Construction Department and remained with the Company until he was retired on pension in 1954.
The late Mr. Stares was held in the highest esteem by his co-workers and indeed by all with whom he came in contact. A man of high principles, whose word was his bond, he detested sham and fraud and was an outspoken exponent of honesty and fair dealing. Add to these qualities that he was a devoted husband and the kindest of fathers, and you have the measure of a grand old gentleman who has now passed to his eternal reward.
The esteem in which he was generally held was shown by the numerous telegrams and wreaths received by the family after his death. For the late Mr. Stares enjoyed the affection and respect of a wide circle of friends, both on and off Bell Island, and a number of out-of-town friends made a special trip to the Island on Thursday to be present at the last rites. Among those present at the funeral were Mr. R. A. Parsons, Q.C., Capts. Bart and Thos. King, Mrs. Thos. King, Mr. J. S. Rowsell and Messrs. Wm. and Bart. King, Jr., from the City, as well as a large and representative gathering from all walks of life on the Island.
Following a short service at the home, at which one of the favourite hymns of the deceased gentleman was sung, "Take my life and let it be", the remains were borne by motor hearse to St. Cyprian's Church, where the Rector, Rev. T. F. Honeygold, officiated at the touching ceremony. The hymns "Nearer, my God, to Thee' and "Lead, Kindly Light" were sung by the congregation, with Miss L. M. Jennings, L.R.A.M., presiding at the organ. Interment took place in the Anglican Cemetery where the remains of one of nature's gentlemen were reverently returned to Mother Earth, there to await the Resurrection Morn.
Mr. James Murphy was in charge of the funeral arrangement, and the pall-bearers were Messrs. Peter Neary, Thos. P. Murphy, Sr., Walter Squire, A. W. Rees, Timothy Snow and Peter J. Kent.
The late Mr. Stares is survived by his widow (nee Amelia Normore), one daughter, Mrs. Gordon Petcoff; and three sons, Mr. R. M. Stares, Mr. A. E. Stares and Mr. Revlyn Stares; and one sister, Mrs. Susan Sharpe, who lixes (sic) in Kent, England. To the members of the bereaved family and next-of-kin, the sympathy of the whole community goes out in their great bereavement.

SUGG, Thomas
THE DAILY NEWS, 17 May 1956
THOMAS SUGG - OLDEST RESIDENT PASSES AWAY

The body of the late Thomas Sugg, who died at the Home for the Aged and Infirm, yesterday morning, is now at Barrett's Mortuary Rooms, Dick's Square from where the funeral will take place tomorrow.
At ten o'clock tomorrow morning, Requiem Mass will be celebrated, at St. Patrick's Church, for the repose of the soul of the deceased, following which interment will take place at Mount Carmel Cemetery.
The late Thomas Sugg was born at Twillingate on August 15th, 1845 and has been a patient at the Infirmary for more than twenty years. It is said that he was probably the oldest person on the North American continent when he celebrated his 110th birthday last year.
Up to some months ago he was enjoying very good health but at that time he contacted pneumonia and since that time he has been failing. For about a month before his death, the professional staff at the Infirmary felt that he was approaching the end, and a few days ago one of the priests from St. Patrick's Parish admonished the last rites of the Catholic Church.
Tom was a fisherman and it was his great pleasure to reminisce of his younger days when he was fishing from the Grey Islands and when he engaged in the sealfishery.
His father, according to the records was John Sugg and his mother the former Alice Boyd. He was never married but had one brother, Andrew and two sisters. No relatives survive.

SUGG, Thomas
THE DAILY NEWS, 19 May 1956
OFFICIALS ATTEND SUGG FUNERAL

The funeral of the late Thomas Sugg, who died at the Home for the Aged and Infirm on Wednesday, May 16th, at the age of 110 years, took place yesterday morning.
At 10 o'clock Solemn High Mass of Requiem was celebrated by the Reverend J. T. Power, with Reverence T. J. Moakler as deacon, and Reverend W. K. Lawton as subdeacon. The choir from St. Patrick's Convent was in attendance.
The funeral was attended by the Deputy Minister of Public Welfare, Mr. R. L. Andrews, M.A., and the Administrative Assistant, Mr. J. A. Clancy, whilst the Superintendent of the Home for the Aged and Infirm, Mrs. A. Bird, S.R.N., together with a number of nurses, nurses' aides and male attendants were present in uniform. Several of the ambulatory patients at the Infirmary attended the funeral service in the church. Following mass the remains were taken to Mount Carmel Cemetery where interment took place. The funeral arrangements were in the hands of W. J. Barrett and Son.

SUMMERS, Katherine Sinnott
THE DAILY NEWS, 03 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at New York, May 1st, 1956, Katherine Sinnott, widow of the late William Summers, leaving to mourn one son Edward of New York, one daughter, Katherine (Mrs. J. Cotter) of St. John's, and two brothers, Michael and Charles Sinnott of Placentia, Nfld.

TAYLOR, Elsie
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at her home 20 John Street, Mrs. Carl Taylor (Elsie Buchanan) in her 65th year, leaving to mourn besides her husband, 4 daughters and 5 sons; Gwen, Mrs. H. E. Broe, Ireland; Olga, Mrs. E. Burke, Tacoma, Washington; Olive, Mrs. J. Morgan, and Muriel at home; Clarence in England; Max and Doug in Toronto; Alex and Selby at home; 23 grandchildren, also 5 sisters and 1 brother. Funeral notice later.

WADDEN, Mary
THE DAILY NEWS, 26 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at 12.30 Friday, May 25th, Miss Mary Wadden, 111 Pleasant St., leaving to mourn 4 brothers: Lorance, Patrick and Charles of the City and John in the United States. Solemn Requiem Mass Monday morning at St. Patrick's.

WALKER, Lenora
THE DAILY NEWS, 22 May 1956
CHILD IS KILLED NEAR GRAND FALLS
MOTHER SERIOUSLY INJURED
GRAND FALLS (Special)
- A three-year-old girl was fatally injured and her mother badly hurt Monday when their car crashed into a concrete bridge four miles from here on their way to Grand Falls from their home at Buchans.
Leonara (sic) Walker died in Northcliffe hospital of head injuries at 5.05 p.m., six hours after the accident. Her mother, Mrs. Leonard Walker, was in serious condition with multiple injuries last night. Mr. Walker escaped with shock and an injured hand. A second child, six-month-old Rhoda, was in the rear seat when the car crashed and escaped unharmed.
It appeared the automobile carrying the Walker family had a blowout, causing it to swerve and collide with the concrete bridge near Red Cliffe on the Badger highway, four miles west of Grand Falls.
Mrs. Walker is believed to have had Leonara (sic) in her arms at the time of the accident while Rhoda was in the back seat. Mrs. Walker was knocked unconscious.
RCMP had an ambulance on the scene a few minutes after the accident and the victims were taken to Northcliffe hospital.
Mr. Walker is employed with the Transport Department air field at Buchans.
The violent death toll in Newfoundland this year is now 66.

WALKER, Mrs Leonard
THE DAILY NEWS, 23 May 1956
SIXTY-SIX DIE SINCE JANUARY

The lives of 66 Newfoundlanders have been claimed in accidents since the beginning of 1956.
The accidental death toll climbed by three since Sunday with the addition of the names of three residents of central Newfoundland who died as a result of motor accidents.
Mrs. Len Walker of Botwood passed away yesterday morning in Lady Northcliffe Hospital in Grand Falls following an accident which had earlier claimed the life of her tiny daughter Lenora. The husband and father escaped without serious injury.
A four year old boy from Gambo died in hospital at Gander overnight Tuesday after he had been struck down by a car on the Gambo-Gander highway.
The toll of 66 lives included 13 people who have died in fires. Others have died in a number of miscellaneous accidents including air crashes and drowning mishaps.

WALL, Elizabeth
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 May 1956

Died suddenly, Thursday, May 24, Elizabeth Wall, daughter of the late John and Mary Wall, leaving to mourn, mother and one sister. Funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock from her late residence 168 LeMarchant Road to St. Patrick's Church.

WELLS, Ann
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956

Passed peacefully away Ann, in her 90th year, widow of the late James Wells; Funeral 2.30 p.m. Wednesday from her late residence 9 Mayor Avenue.

WHEELER, Victor
THE DAILY NEWS, 25 May 1956

Passed peacefully away at 1.30 p.m. May 24th, at the Grace Hospital after a short illness Victor Wheeler, of 17 Fleming Street, in his 39th year; leaving to mourn besides his wife, two daughters, six sons, mother, step-father, four sisters and three brothers, also grandmother and a large circle of friends. Funeral will take place on Monday at 2.30 p.m. from his late residence 17 Fleming Street.

WHITE, Josiah
THE DAILY NEWS, 29 May 1956
BAY ROBERTS, May 16
- Passed peacefully away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. W. J. French, Coley's Point, Mr. Josiah White, aged 65 years, on Friday, May 18th. The deceased, who was born at Greenspond, had been ill for several months and his passing was not unexpected. He leaves to mourn on daughter, Mrs. W. J. French, Coley's Point; three isters (sic) one brother and two grandchildren.
The funeral took place on Sunday at 2.30 from the residence of his daughter, Barneed Road, Coley's Point.

WISE, George
BROWN, Allen N
THE DAILY NEWS, 16 May 1956
TWO DROWNED
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y.
(AP) - Two technicians trying to ferry food to the strikebound plant of E. I. Dupont de Nemours Company were drowned Monday when their small motor boat capsized in the Niagara river (sic). The company identified them as George Wise Jr. Of Tonawanda and Allen N. Brown of Niagara Falls. Approximately 1,800 members of an independent union went on strike Monday in a dispute over contract details. The plant manufactures sodium compounds and other chemicals.

WOODFORD, Michael J
THE DAILY NEWS, 11 May 1956

Passed away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital May 9th, Michael J. Woodford of North Arm, Holyrood, age 63 years, leaving to mourn wife, six sons, Rev. Father Richard Woodford, Parish Priest at Bonavista, Aiden and Leonard at St. John's, Michael at Notre Dame Junction, John at North Sydney and Philip at home, also two daughters, Sister Mary Gregory, Presentation Convent, St. John's, and Mary at home. Funeral will be held at 10.00 Saturday morning at North Arm, Holyrood.

 

 

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