BENSON, June Lucy - Passed away April 16, 2008 at her home in Bishop's Falls after a courageous battle with cancer, June Lucy Benson. She was 68 years of age. Mrs. Benson was actively involved in the Bishop's Falls United Church and was a life time member of the United Church Women where she took on many roles. She was a lay reader, choir member, Clerk of Session and on the Board of Management. She was also on numerous church committees including MP and E Committee, Minister and Personal Committee, Manse Committee and she was an official board member. Predeceased by her parents, Garland and Ida; sisters, Marjorie and Shirley; brother, Garland (Butch). Left to mourn are her husband, Chesley; sons, Daryl (Angela), Chad; daughter, Glenna (Wayne Harper); sisters, Vera (Tom Walsh), Mae (Bill Wallace); brothers, Wilson (Madeline), Terry, Gerald (Georgina), Larry (Albina); grandchildren, Talor, Alyssa, Jared, Christine (James), Ian, Marina, Mark and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend Elizabeth Stewart conducted Funeral Services from the United Church in Bishop’s Falls on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Interment was at the United Church Cemetery in Bishop’s Falls. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Homes, Bishop’s Falls. Pallbearers were sons, Daryl and Chad; son-in-law, Wayne Harper; brother, Wilson Stuckless; brother-in-law, Roger Benson and friend, Bob King.

BUDGELL, Wayne Isaac – Passed away suddenly at his home on April 10, 2008, Wayne Isaac Budgell of Bishop’s Falls. He was 58 years of age. Mr. Budgell was an employee of Abitibi-Bowater and was a member of Local 59N. Predeceased by parents, Jessie and Isaac Budgell; brothers, Leon and Havard; sister-in-law, Marie. Left to mourn are sons, Isaac (Angela Champion) of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Michael, (Katie Doran) of Edmonton, Alberta; daughter, Anne Marie Budgell (Keith Moore) of St. John’s; children’s mother, Josephine Budgell. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Sylvia (Lloyd) Young, Betty (Eric) Rowsell, Sheila Budgell (Ed), Glenda Budgell, Christine Scott; brother, Bruce (Nora) Budgell; father-in-law, Edmund Tremblett; brother-in-law, Ed Tremblett and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend Elizabeth Stewart of the United Church conducted funeral services at the Salvation Army church in Bishop’s Falls on Monday, April 14, 2008. Interment was at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Bishop’s Falls. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Bishop’s Falls. Pallbearers were Dave Peddle, Don Tremblett, Jerome Pelley, Dean LeDrew, Gerald Ellis, Paul Flood.

BURT, Reginald George – Passed peacefully away April 12, 2008 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor, Reginald George Burt. He was 62 years old. Predeceased by father, George and mother, Lucy (Clancy). Left to mourn are wife, Jean; daughters, Yvonne (husband, Gordon Snow) of Yellowknife, NT, Kimberly (husband, Stephen Beresford) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Regina (husband, Raymond Bartlett) of Grand Falls-Windsor. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Yvonne (Gordon Tobin), Marie (Ray Jennings), Winnie Burt, Genevieve (Ira Newbury); and brother, Ludrick (Hazel), all of Grand Falls-Windsor; three grandchildren, Tyler, Lauren and Rachel. Pastor Gary Andrews conducted funeral services at Windsor Pentecostal Tabernacle in Grand Falls-Windsor on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Interment was at the Pentecostal Cemetery on Caribou Road. Funeral arrangements were by Debbie Hoskins of Hoskins Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Bramwell Perry, Andy Perry, Clar White, Mike Fournier, Reg Rose and Bob Toope. Honorary pallbearer was Gerald Perry.

BUTT, Ernest Roy Butt (Jack) – Passed peacefully away on Friday, April 18, 2008 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, Ernest Roy Butt (Jack) of Botwood at the age of 85. He was a Second World War veteran with the Royal Air Force as well as the Royal Canadian Air Force. He later worked and retired from Parks Canada. Predeceased by mother, Katie Cousins; father, Joseph Butt; brothers, Eldon, Dorman and Benjamin. Left to mourn Lois and Norman Pollard of Botwood, Adam Pollard of Ontario, Holly Pollard of Botwood, Eric Sheppard of Botwood; a special little girl named Brooks and a large circle of relatives and friends. Reverend Linda Burt conducted funeral services at Trinity United Church in Botwood on Monday, April 21, 2008. Cremation followed. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Botwood. Pallbearers were nephews, Dennis Butt, Barry Butt and Travis Butt; friend, Nick Keough; great-nephew, Geoffrey Rendell; and nephew-in-law, Keith Rendell.

BYRNE, Frances Marie - It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frances Marie Byrne announces her passing at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL on April 8, 2008 at the age of 61 years. Predeceased by her husband, Henry Byrne; sister, Madonna Oates and brother, Patrick St. George. Left to mourn with fond loving memories are daughter, Julie Byrne (Thomas Locke) of Grand Falls-Windsor; grandson, Alex Henry Locke of Grand Falls-Windsor; sister, Margaret Dressaire (Michael) of New Brunswick, brother, James St. George (Betty) of Buchans and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation took place from the Roman Catholic Church in Buchans from where the funeral service took place Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Eugene Morris officiating. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Greg West, James Oates, Frank Loder, James St. George, Terry Lane and Brian Murphy.

CASHIN, Peter Joseph – Passed peacefully away at the age of 86 on April 25, 2008 at the Carmelite House in Grand Falls-Windsor. Predeceased by wife Mary (Kelly) and parents, John and Caroline Cashin. He was a veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy in the Second World War. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the Grand Falls Volunteer Fire Department for 40 years of which 21 years he served as Chief. Left to mourn with fond memories are brother, John (Patty), sister, Teresa (Durrenberger), special friend, Julie Walsh; sons, John (Marg), Ed (Wanda), Jim (Clara), Peter (Selina), Ron (Margo) and daughters, Carolyn (Dr. Conor) Maguire, Colleen (Ted) Dawe, Patricia (Jim) Tse and Diane (Terry) Hart. Also leaving to mourn are grandchildren, Robert, Michelle, Ann-Marie, Lisa, Laura, Sarah, Aaron, Michael, Rory, Nick, Mary Beth, Katie, Mark, Kevin, Carolyn, Nora and Mary. Funeral arrangements by Central Funeral Homes. Funeral Mass took place at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Monday, April 28, with Father David Joy officiating. Cremation and interment followed. Pallbearers were John, Ed, Jim, Peter and Ron Cashin and Ted Dawe. Donations gratefully accepted by the Alzheimer’s Society.

CUTLER, Donna – Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Milton District Hospital in Ontario, April 20, 2008. Donna celebrated 60 years of life, laughter and love with her family and friends. Donna Cutler, beloved wife of Terry; loving mother of Denise (husband, Matt McGarvey) and Jo Ann Cutler (Sheelagh Stevens). Sadly missed by grandchildren, Garret and Tyler. Dear sister of Arthur, Ruth, June, Melva, Everett, Lloyd, Carol Ann, Ernest, Joy, Mary, Marilyn. Donna was predeceased by parents, Stanley and Doris Elliott. Family and friends are invited to visit at the McKersie-Kocher Funeral Home, 114 Main St., Milton (905-878-4452) from 7-9 p.m. on Thursday. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel, Friday, April 25, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. If desired, memorial donations to the Milton District Hospital Foundation or Credit Valley Hospital Oncology would be appreciated.

DEVEAU, Robert Joseph - Passed peacefully away April 15, 2008 at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Care center in Botwood, Robert Joseph Deveau. He was 49 years of age. Predeceased by his parents, Robert Sr. and Marjorie; father-in-law, Reginald Vineham; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Deveau and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd King. Left to mourn are his wife, Verna (Nee, Vineham); daughter, Jennifer; sister, Susan (Robert Thebeau); brothers, Raymond (Barb), Carl (Muriel); brothers-in-laws, Eldon Morgan, Reg Vineham (Mary Jane), Arnold Vineham (Marilyn), Roy Vineham (Rose), Leonard Vineham (Evelyn), Rodney Vineham (Neysa); sister-in-law, Pansy (Reg Hutchings); 57 nieces and nephews and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Dwayne Phillips conducted funeral services from the First United Church in Bishop's Falls on Friday, April 18, 2008. Interment was at the Pentecostal Church Cemetery, Botwood. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Homes, Botwood. Pallbearers were friends, Bradley Higgins, Bernard Pelley, Junior Sacrey, Tyson Higgins, David Cole and nephew, Jeremy Gee. Honorary pallbearers were brother-in-law, Leonard Vineham and friend, William Crockwell.

DUFFETT, Robert Keith - Passed peacefully away April 11, 2008 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, Robert Keith Duffett. He was 45 years of age. Rob was an employee of the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre. Predeceased by father, Robert; brother, Allan. Left to mourn are spouse, Heather Rendell; mother, Cora Duffett; daughter, Melissa. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Christine, Gail (Paul), Paula (Gerry), Lori (Tom); and brothers, Keith (Shaaron), Gary (Verna), Paul (Rhonda); one grandchild, Nicholas and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend Randy Lockyer conducted funeral services at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Grand Falls-Windsor, Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Interment was at the Pentecostal Cemetery in Bishop’s Falls. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were his brothers, friends and co-workers: Gary Duffett, Paul Duffett, Maurice Bartlett, Cory Saunders, Ralph Mitchell and Robert Bragg. Honorary pallbearer was Keith Mullins. Rob was dearly loved and will be missed by many.

HAMLYN, Marion Viola – Passed peacefully away April 8, 2008, Marion Viola Hamlyn of Grand Falls-Windsor at the age of 68. Mrs. Hamlyn retired from the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor in 1997 and was a member of the Salvation Army Park Street Citadel. Predeceased by parents, Walter and Carrie Cooper; brothers, Bond and Rayfield. Left to mourn are husband, Fred; son, Steven (Lydia) of St. John’s; daughter, Corine of Grand Falls-Windsor. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Verbena Greenham (Frank); Maisie Clarke (Horace), Trixie Snow (Hewlett); brothers, Walter Cooper (Mary), Royal Cooper (Geraldine); sister-in-law, Louise; two grandchildren who were the light of her life, Elizabeth and Christopher; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Major Sandra Stokes will conduct funeral services at the Salvation Army Park Street Citadel, Grand Falls-Windsor, April 11, 2008. Interment at the Caribou Road Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were by Paul Hoskins Funeral Home. Pallbearers are Byron Clarke, Craig Clarke, Gerard Pinsent, Thomas White, Jack Greenham and Bill Greenham.

HORWOOD, Louise Ellen (Mercer) – Passed peacefully away April 7, 2008 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, Louise Ellen Horwood of Bishop’s Falls. She was 82 years of age. Mrs. Horwood was an active member of the Jubilee Pentecostal Church in Botwood for many years. Predeceased by her husband, Neil; parents, Baxter and Susie Mercer; sister, Maxine Drover; brothers, Eric, Wycliff, and Roland; two nephews, Neil and Keith Mercer; brother-in-law, Reg Burt. Left to mourn are her three sisters, Joyce Burt, Joan Braye, Judy Wells (Jim) and two brothers, Donald (Rowena) and Robert (Emma); brother-in-law, Albert Drover; sister-in-law, Cavell Mercer; 14 nephews and 12 nieces and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Pastors Jeffrey and Andrea White conducted funeral services from Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle, Bishop’s Falls on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Interment was at the Jubilee Pentecostal Cemetery, Botwood. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Home, Bishop’s Falls. Pallbearers were nieces, Tammy Fraser, Marilyn Mitchell, Valerie Penton; nephews, Dion Wells, Byron Mercer and Doug Mercer. Honorary pallbearers were her two brothers, Don and Bob Mercer.

IVANY, Harry Pleman – Passed peacefully away April 3, 2008 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, Harry Pleman Ivany. He was 62. Predeceased by parents Walter and Catherine; brother Clarence; sister, Beatrice Dean. Left to mourn are wife, Patsy; son, Rick (Frances); daughters, Lisa (Allan), Debby (Terry) and Tina (Paul). Also leaving to mourn six grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Major Sandra Stokes conducted funeral services at Park Street Salvation Army in Grand Falls-Windsor, Sunday, April 6, 2008. Interment was at the Salvation Army Cemetery on Caribou Road. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were grandchildren, Jamie Ivany and Terry Bishop Jr.; friends, Fraser Sheppard, Austin Moyles; and nephews, Johnny Dean and Harry Ivany. Honorary pallbearers were son-in-law, Terry Bishop and nephew, Clarence Ivany.

KING, Wilson Raymond – Passed peacefully away on April 29, 2008, in the presence of his wife, Jean, Wilson Raymond King in his 66^th year. Wilson was a member of the Aliant Pioneers Volunteers and worked on numerous community projects of which the Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp for Disabled Children was his favourite. He was a long-time member of the St. John’s Masonic Lodge No. 1. Wilson was predeceased by father, John King, mother, Mae Bowers-King; sister, Edith and stepson, Rick. He is left to mourn by wife, Jean; sons, Jack and Paul (Lynn); daughters, Cathy and Kelly; stepsons, Dave (Rosanne) and Roy (Catharine); very close friend, Nicole Tilley; grandchildren; relatives and friends. Wilson was a former resident of Grand Falls-Windsor and still has many relatives and friends living in the area.

LYVER, Florence Annie – It is with great sadness that the family of the late Florence Lyver announce her passing at her family residence on Friday, April 18, 2008 at the age of 88 years. Predeceased by her first husband, Josiah Gilbert; second husband, Thomas Lyver; sister, Cora; brother, Wilson; parents, Stephen and Elizabeth Day; and stepson, Wesley Gilbert. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter, June (Lester) Hayden; sons, Robert (Elaine) and Melvin (Marguerite); seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Everett (Frances) Day; stepdaughter, Lillian Thomas and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation took place from Sunset Memorial Funeral Home Saturday, April 19, 2008 and Sunday, April 20, 2008. The funeral service took place on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 2 p.m. from the Windsor Pentecostal Church with Pastor Gary Andrews officiating. Interment at the Pentecostal Cemetery, Caribou Road. Donations in her memory may be made to the Windsor Pentecostal Church Women’s Ministry Group. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Melvin Gilbert Jr., Lori Loveless, Marlene Grafton, Wanda Rideout, Stephen Gilbert and Barry Elliott.

MAYGARD, Mark Elmer - 1947 - 2008 – It is a great sadness that the family of the late Mark Elmer Maygard announce his passing at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s, April 30, 2008, at the age of 60. Predeceased by father, Elmer; mother, Olive; sisters, Arline, Dorothy; wife, Darlene. Left with fond and loving memories are son, Jay (Lisa) Maygard of Barrhead, Alta.; daughter, Cari (Shamus McDonnell) of Miller, Alta. Also leaving to mourn the love of his life, Louise; four grandchildren; numerous cousins, nephews and nieces; along with a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend Howard Crooks conducted the funeral service at Central Funeral Homes chapel on May 2, 2008. Interment will be in Gwynne, Alta. at a later date. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Jim Maidment of Central Funeral Homes.

NOSEWORTHY, Gladys Bessie - Passed peacefully away April 16, 2008 at the Carmelite House in Grand Falls-Windsor, Gladys Bessie Noseworthy. She was 76 years of age. She was predeceased by her husband, Norman; sister, Leah; brothers, Levi and Stanley. Left to mourn are her sons, Austin (Sandra), Calvin; daughters, Bessie, Louise (Ronald Noseworthy), Beryl, Maureen; sister, Esther Robinson; sister-in-law, Josephine Marsh; brother, Elias Marsh (Margaret); nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Pastor Jeffrey White conducted Funeral Services from the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Bishop’s Falls on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Interment was at the Anglican Church Cemetery in Bishop’s Falls. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Homes, Bishop’s Falls. Pallbearers were Glen Robinson, Harold Robinson, Alvin Ward, Fred Ward, Wilson Robinson and David Mills.

PENNEY, John Joseph – It is with great sadness the family of the late John Penney announce his passing at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre Tuesday, April 29 at the age of 77 years. Predeceased by wife, Elizabeth; brothers Ron, Phillip, Tom and Leo; sisters, Norah, Maime, Florence, Josephine and Ann. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories, children, Linda Charron of Ottawa, Ont., John (Inez) and Ronald, both of Toronto, Roger (Judy) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Sean (Janet) and Colleen, both of Orangeville, Madonna of Grand Falls-Windsor, Rodney (Debbie) of Toronto, Ont., Judy (Frank) Dobson and Scott (Trina), both of Grand Falls-Windsor. Also leaving to mourn grandchildren Lori, Michael, Matthew, Melanie, Travis, Tiffany, Roger Jr., Sean Jr., Christina, Destinee, Skylar, Elizabeth, Randall, Sara, Tyler, Josef, Nathan and Luke; great-grandchildren Claire, Katlyn, Lauren, Aalyah, Piper and a larger circle of other relatives and friends. The funeral service was held Friday, May 2 at 11 a.m. from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception with Father David Joy officiating. Interment was at the Roman Catholic cemetery on Union Street. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. Pallbearers were John, Sean, Rodney and Scott Penney, Frank Dobson and Clarence White.

PHILLIPS, William George – Passed peacefully away April 5, 2008, at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor, William George Phillips. He was 76 years of age. Mr. Phillips retired from Ultramar Canada Inc. in 1992 and was a member of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, Exploits Lodge No. 2N and the Pentecostal Men’s Ministries. Predeceased by grandchildren, Emily, Hannah, Noah and Hayden Bishop; mother, Louisa Phillips and father, Joseph Phillips. Left to mourn are wife, Ivy; daughter, Gail (husband, Chris Bishop) of Brandon, Mississippi. Also leaving to mourn sister, Grace Green and brother, Gerald Phillips (Verbena); one grandchild, William Bishop; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Pastor Gary Andrews conducted funeral services at Windsor Pentecostal Church, Grand Falls-Windsor, on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Interment was at Windsor Pentecostal Cemetery, Caribou Road, Grand Falls-Windsor. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were Glen Robinson, Campbell Mitchell, Ronald Reid, John Locke, Harvey Howse and Raymond Budgell.

PINSENT, Michael Joseph – Passed away after a lengthy illness, Michael Joseph Pinsent at the Carmelite House in Grand Falls-Windsor. He was 73. Mr. Pinsent retired from Abitibi in 1990. Predeceased by daughter, Hannah; mother and father; brothers, Ronald and Anthony; sisters, Anne and Mary. Left to mourn are wife, Patricia; sons, Thomas (wife, Rita) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Brian (wife, Marie) of White Court, Alta., Sean (wife, Barb) of Medicine Hat, Alta., Bob of Kitchener, Ont.; daughter, Karen (husband, Bert Hayter) of Botwood. Also leaving to mourn four sisters; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Father Donn Adaza conducted funeral services at St. Joseph’s Parish in Grand Falls-Windsor on April 23, 2008. Interment was at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were Tom Pinsent, Bert Hayter, Barry Roberts, Greg Lewis, Mark Donovan and Jocko Glavine.

POWER, Myrtle B. (1919–2008) – It is with great sadness that the family of the late Myrtle B. Power announce her passing at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor on April 18, 2008 at the age of 88. Myrtle was a member of the Royal Purple and held the position of Honoured Royal Lady. She is predeceased by parents William and Maggie Folkes; husband, Thomas; infant son, Peter; grandson Ivan; sister, Ruth; brothers, Hubert, Harold and Lloyd. Left with fond and loving memories, sons, Tom (Joyce) of Dowling, Ont., Bruce (Evelyn) of Thunder Bay, Ont., Dave of Grand Falls-Windsor; daughters, Shirley (Bill) Wall of Grand Falls-Windsor, Joan (John) of Inverness, N.S., Carol Ann (Harold) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Cathy (Fred) O’Dell of Grand Falls-Windsor. Also leaving to mourn sisters Margaret Hanlon, Shirley (Jack) Critch, Isabel Anstey; brothers Wilf (Edna) Folkes of St. John’s, Bill (Bonnie) Folkes, Al Folkes. Leaving also 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and special friend Donna LeFresne, along with a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend Randy Lockyer conducted the funeral service at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church on April 21, 2008. Interment was at the Roman Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Fred O’Dell, Gary Wall, Bill Wall, Harold Hynes, Tom Power and Dave Power. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Mike Goodyear of Central Funeral Homes.

RECCORD, Douglas Samuel (1915–2008) – It is with precious memories and deep appreciation of his life, the family of Douglas Samuel Reccord announces his death at Hollett’s Retirement Centre, Grand Falls-Windsor on April 6, 2008 in his 93^rd year. Predeceased by first wife, Verlie; son, Ross; second wife, Lena; brother, Mark; and sisters, Matilda, Jessie, Gertie and Julia. Leaving to mourn daughters, Judy Miller (Ken), Eileen Simms (Fred), Joan Gosine (Tom), daughter-in-law, Maxine Reccord; eight grandchildren, Jacquie Penney (Fred), Stephen Simms (Amy), Allan Miller (Lynn), Allison Miller, Mark Reccord (Charlene) and Christa Reccord (Blake), David and Laura Gosine; three great-grandchildren, Jason Penney, Colin and Leslie Miller; as well as a large circle of family and friends. Following cremation, funeral service took place Wednesday, April 8, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Wing’s Point, Gander Bay. Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, the Diabetes Foundation or the Arthritis Society.

RIDEOUT, Jonathan Joel – Passed away at home after a lengthy illness, Jonathan Joel Rideout of Botwood. He was 24 years of age. Predeceased by grandfather, Harvey Gill; grandfather, Alfred Rideout. Left to mourn parents, Gail and Joseph Rideout; grandmother, Vera Gill of Botwood and grandmother, June (Gus Carpenter) of Bishop’s Falls; Uncle Gary Gill (Sandra) of Labrador City; aunts, Glenda Barron (John Byrne), of Mount Pearl; Catherine Smith (Gil), of Port Stanley, ON. Also leaving to mourn sister, Jodi Rideout (Ian Martin); supportive friend, Magda Szymanska; cousins, Jason Barron, Nicholas Barron, Jeremy Hooper, Fred Hooper and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Reverend David Coffin conducted funeral services at St. James Anglican Church, Botwood, on April 9, 2008 at 2 p.m. Interment was at the Anglican Cemetery, King’s Ridge Road, Botwood. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Botwood. Pallbearers were Elim Ellis, Gary Regular, Byron Inder, Derek Sceviour, Roy Parsons, Ted Mullins.

SNOW, Mary Frances (May 16, 1930–April 5, 2008) – Mary passed peacefully away after a lengthy illness at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre. She is predeceased by her parents, James and Ruth Hannaford; brother, Jim (Buck); sisters, Ann Kennedy and Susan Walsh; sons, Jim and Rob Snow. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are husband, Henry (Harry) of 57 years; sons, Henry of British Columbia, Barry (Bernadette) of Churchill Falls, Labrador; Daryl of Yellowknife; daughters, Patsy (Glen) Frampton of Grand Falls-Windsor; Gail (Brent) Thorne of Goose Bay, Labrador; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also left to mourn her sisters, Irene (Everette) Goobie of Oakville, Ont., Helen (Robert) Kirkpatrick of Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Caroline (George) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Linda (Matthew) Grouchy of Grand Falls-Windsor; her brothers-in-law, Jim Kennedy and Joe Walsh; sisters-in-law, Blanche Guppy and Evelyn Walker. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Mike Goodyear of Central Funeral Homes.

SULLIVAN, Linda Loretta May – Passed away April 3, 2008 after a lengthy illness, Linda Loretta May Sullivan at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor. She was 60. Predeceased by husband Edward Sullivan and parents, William and Louise Budgell. Left to mourn are sons, Edward (wife, Betty) of Toronto, Ont., Chris (wife, Darlene) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Brian (wife, Sheila) of Calgary, Alta.; daughters, Donna (husband, Derrick Collins) of Hare Bay, Ann of Calgary, Alta. and Patricia (husband, Vern) of Calgary, Alta. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Bonnie Critch, Annie Sacrey, Marilyn Bonnell and brother, Ron Budgell; 9 grandchildren, Jason, Kayla, Raymond, Nadine, Krista, Catherine, Mandy, Shane, Jennelle and Tammy; one great-grandchild, Jade; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Father Donn Adaza conducted funeral services at St. Joseph’s Parish, Grand Falls-Windsor, Monday, April 7, 2008. Interment was at the Roman Catholic Cemetery on Main Street. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were Derrick Collins, Paul Corbin, Paul Cramm, Ross Witcher, Edward Sacrey and Wayne Beson. Honorary pallbearers were Morris Sullivan and Hubert Sullivan.

THOMAS, Lily Hanna – Passed away April 28 after a lengthy illness at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Centre in Botwood, Lily Hanna Thomas of Grand Falls-Windsor. She was 87 years of age. Ms. Thomas was a member of the Royal Purple Lodge. Predeceased by husband, Eric Thomas; parents, Sarah and Josiah Gilbert; stepmother, Florence Lyver; brothers, Ben and Wesley. Left to mourn, sons Basil (Mary), Ross (Lois); daughters, Frona (Art White), Jane (Gerald Walsh); half-sister June (Lester Hayden); half-brothers, Bob (Elaine) Gilbert, Melvin (Marguarite) Gilbert. Also leaving to mourn 12 grandchildren, Renée (Roy Peckford), Renita (Bob Mulrooney), Audra (Bob Hunter), Suzette (Mark Broomfield), Denise (Tony Cranford), Darlene, Roxanne (Jerome Cayouette), Joanne (Trevor Murphy), Todd (Natasha) Thomas, Sonia (Brad Lush), Kristopher (Jessica) Thomas, April (Terry Schmerer); 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; special friends, Bernice Lane and Margaret Burt; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Maj. Sandra Stokes conducted funeral services at the Salvation Army Park Street Citadel in Grand Falls-Windsor Thursday, May 1. Interment was at the Salvation Army Cemetery on Caribou Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Home, Grand Falls-Windsor. Pallbearers were Audra Hunter, Denise Cranford, Darlene Walsh, Roxanne Walsh, Sonia Thomas and Suzette White. Honorary pallbearers were Joanne Murphy, Cory Hunter and Todd Thomas.

THOMPSON, Howard – Passed away April 25, 2008, after a lengthy illness, Howard Thompson of Bishop’s Falls at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor. He was 75 years of age. Predeceased by first wife, Edna Pelley; brother, Scott; sister, Rowena Spurrell. Left to mourn are sons, Scott (fiancée, Michelle) of St. John’s, Howard (wife, Jane) of St. John’s; daughters, Sharon (husband, George McIsaac) of St. John’s, Charmaine (partner, Don Rogers) of St. John’s, Tammy of Fort McMurray, Alta. Also leaving to mourn Yvonne Hollett, mother of three of his children; brother, Gordon; half-brothers, Ken and Silas Thompson; half-sister, Linda McGrath; seven grandchildren; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Majors Don and Karen Feltham conducted funeral services at the Salvation Army Citadel, Bishop’s Falls on April 27, 2008. Interment was at the Salvation Army Cemetery, Bishop’s Falls. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Bishop’s Falls. Pallbearers were Scott Thompson, George McIsaac, Joel Thompson, Howard Thompson (Jr.), Ray Thompson and Barry Hoffe.

WALSH, Marion (nee Cluney) – It is with sadness that the family of Marion Walsh announce her death on April 27, 2008. She is predeceased by her husband, Anthony and her infant child, Holly. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Dennis and Lorraine, Roy and Phyllis, Jim and Mary, Deby and Chris, Gary, Terry and Gina, David and Sharlene, Joanie and Stephen; and her sisters, Phyllis Driggers of South Carolina and Joan Doiron of Mount Pearl. Marion was blessed with 24 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Mom opened her home on Lincoln Road to their countless friends and those of their children. The kettle was always nearby and so, too, was the delicious homemade bread. When Tony was alive they frequented many social functions at the legion, fire department and Knights of Columbus and were regular contributors to these organizations. Her Christian faith made our participation in parish life at St. Joseph’s in Windsor a mainstay of our everyday activities. We, the family, are forever grateful to our cousin and friend, Teresa Laite. Teresa has always been a constant support and companion for Mom. Mom, everyone of us, and your many friends cherish our memories of you and we are blessed for your having loved us.

WHITE, Frederick Ronald (1935–2008) – Fred was born on the farm near Millertown on June 23, 1935, where he lived all his life. He is predeceased by his brothers, Howard (Dulcie) and Tom; sisters, Mabel (Hugh) Day, Betty (Wilfred) Collins and Mary Winter; brother-in-law, Clayton Holloway. Left with fond and loving memories are his wife Carrie, daughter, Gail (Andy) Hurley, granddaughters, Denika (Eddie) and Chantal; sisters, Alice Holloway of Grand Falls-Windsor and Ada (Harold) Wellon of Millertown. Also leaving to mourn are mother-in-law, Dorcus Smith, brothers-in-law, Harris (Lorraine), Hartley (Lorraine) and Tony (Terri) of Norman’s Cove and Hallett Winter of Grand Falls-Windsor; sisters-in-law, Ann (Bernard) King, Una (Ted) Smith of Norman’s Cove and Audrey White of Millertown. Also left to mourn are a large circle of family and friends. Fred retired from Abitibi-Price in 1999 and was a member of the Millertown Volunteer Fire Department. Since his retirement he has spent most of his time on the farm. Fred enjoyed the love of animals, gardening, fishing, camping and other outdoor activities. Donations can be made to Millertown Community Cemetery or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
(Date of newspaper: April 10, 2008)

WIGHTMAN, Winifred Esther 1916-2008 – Passed peacefully away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the age of 91, Winifred Esther Wightman (nee Lyster) of Cobble Hill, formerly of Gordon Head and Malahat. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Ivan in August, 1980 and sons, Clifford, May 1975 and Patrick, August 1967. Esther’s memory will be forever remembered and cherished by daughters, Frances Thomas (Wayne) of Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland, Margaret Siemens (Everet) of Arras, BC, and Marion of Malahat, BC. She is survived by three sisters, Ruth Lesperance, Vernon, BC, Anne Toole (Ned), Edmonton, Alberta, and Mary Rose, Gabriola Island, BC. Also survived by nine grandchildren, Lisa, Lara, Christopher, Stephen, Cynthia, Mark, Barbara, Kristin and Peter; also 11 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. The family would like to thank and acknowledge the care and support provided by special granddaughter, Lisa and husband, Derek, Margie and all the staff of Arbour House. Your loving care for Mom will be forever remembered. Special thanks to Val of Angel Helping Hands, Penny Clare and staff of VIHA-Ladysmith and especially Doctors Lisinski and Watson. Mom was never one to shy away from expressing her opinion or taking on the politicians of the day; she championed her causes with determination. Having a Horticulturist’s degree gave her the knowledge to take on environmental issues and she was an outspoken conversationalist whenever the need arose. Mom took great pleasure in passing her gardening skills onto family and friends and worked long hours on things that she believed in for a better world for all of us. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Esther’s life will be held at Sands Funeral Chapel, 1803 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2008 with a later private family burial in Hatley Park, Garden of Gethsemane. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, the Jedidiah Trust Foundation or an environmental charity of one’s choice. We love you Mom, your warm smile and great sense of humor will forever be missed. Condolenses may be offered at www.sandsfuneral.com

WINTER, Mary Elizabeth – It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Elizabeth Winter announce her passing at the Central Newfound-land Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor on April 6, 2008 at the age of 82. Mary was a member of Memorial United Church and retired from Towers Jewellers, Bathurst, New Brunswick. Predeceased by parents, Mary Elizabeth and William J. White; brothers, Howard (Dulcie), Thomas, Frederick; sisters, Mabel (Hugh) Day, Betty (Wilfred). Left with fond and loving memories are husband, Hallett C. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Alice Holloway, Ada Wellon (Harold); mother-in-law, Rebecca Winters; sisters-in-law, Carrie White, Audrey White, Velma Winter (Roger), Erma Perry (William), Lorraine Osmond (William); brother-in-law, Fred Winter (Tina); and several nieces and nephews. Reverend Howard Crooks conducted the funeral service at the Millertown Community Church on April 9, 2008. Interment was at the Millertown Cemetery. Pallbearers were David Gulliford, Harvey Day, Thomas Boone, Brian Caines, Charles Perrier, Fred Wellon. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Mike Goodyear of Central Funeral Homes.

WOOLRIDGE, Harold Gordon – Passed peacefully away April 7, 2008, at James Peyton Memorial Hospital in Gander, Harold Gordon Woolridge of Botwood. Mr. Woolridge was a mechanic and retired from Abitibi-Price in 1982. Predeceased by son, Lorne; and wife, Sylvia. Left to mourn is son, Angus (wife, Marilyn) of Northern Arm. Also leaving to mourn daughter-in-law, Daphne Woolridge; four grandchildren, Mark, Pamela (Douglas), Craig (Debbie), Bryan (Danielle); three great-grandchildren, Sophia, Rayelle and Serena; and a large circle of relatives and friends. Reverend L. Burt conducted funeral services at Trinity United Church, Botwood, on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Interment was at the United Church Cemetery, Kings Ridge Road, Botwood. Funeral arrangements were by Hoskins Funeral Home, Botwood. Pallbearers were Clarence, Boyce, Eugene and Eric Woolridge; John Warford and Ian Reeves.