ALLEY, Lavenia
Port aux Basques, NL
October 30, 1928 - May 6, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lavenia Alley announce her passing on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at Charles LeGrow Health Centre at the age of 83 years. She is survived by children: Ellen Jeans, Moncton, NB, Giulia Ball, Edmonton, AB, Stephen Alley, Channel, Shirley Alley, Whitecourt, AB; 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Elsie Legge, Winnipeg, MB, Abraham Leamon, Channel, Louis Leamon, Dartmouth, NS, Hubert Leamon, Cape Ray, as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Loved by all. Predeceased by husband Stephen Godfrey Alley (1979) and brother Cecile Leamon. Visitation too place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, port aux Basques on Monday. The funeral service took place on Tuesday, May 8th at 2 p.m. from St. James Anglican Church, Reverend Lewis officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations can be made to St. James Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BANKS, Edna Viola
Born In: Channel-Port aux Basques, Newfoundland, Canada
Passed in: North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
It is with great sadness that we, the family, of Edna Banks, announce her peaceful passing at the Northside General Hospital on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. Edna was born on August 20, 1930 in Channel, Port Aux Basques, Newfoundland, the daughter of the late Frank and Cicely (Allen) Battiste. Edna had a great zest for life and loved to dance and socialize with her family and friends. She resided on Cornwall Street in North Sydney, until her admittance to the Northside Community Guest Home a year and a half ago. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, North Sydney, the Altar Guild and ACW. Edna leaves to mourn her stepsons, Ron and Andrew Banks and grandson, Morgan Banks; her sister, Margaret (Arch) Osmond, Port Aux Basques, Nfld., and by several nieces and nephews who affectionately called her "Nin". She was predeceased by her husband, Fred Banks; sisters, Lillian Herritt, Mabel Skeard and brothers, Roy, Fred and Henry. Special thanks to the Northside Guest Home for the wonderful care given to Edna. It was so greatly appreciated by the family. Visitation will be 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday, in the W.J. Dooley Funeral Home, 107 Pleasant St., North Sydney. Funeral service will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, with Rev. Carl Fraser officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to www.wjdooley.com

COFFIN, Nathan Hubert
Passed away on Thursday, May 31st, 2012 at the L.A. Miller Centre. Nathan H. Coffin age 70 years. Predeceased by grandfather, Elijah and father, James Coffin who were lost on the S.S. Caribou on October 14th, 1942. Predeceased by mother Evelyn Butt, step-father Garland Butt, and younger brother Wilson (Loretta). Leaving to mourn loving wife of 47 years, Elizabeth, daughter Kimberly (Darrin) and daughter Natalie, grandsons Justin and William Moriarity. His brother David (June), sister Lorna (Merrill) and brother Pat (Brenda). He leaves a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and close family and friends. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Friday from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. and Saturday from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Sunday, June 3rd, 2012 from Corpus Christi Church at 3 p.m. Interment to follow at R.C. Cemetery, Kilbride, Monday June 4th, 2012 11 a.m. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be to a charity of one's choice.

COURTNEY, Ralph Chesley George
January 1, 1929 - May 28, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ralph Courtney announce his passing at the Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre on Monday, May 28th, 2012 at the age of 83 years. He leaves to mourn his children: Della (Allister) Caines of Burnt Islands, Lloyd (Joanne) Thorold, ON, Dennis (Arlene), Burnt Islands and Anne, Thorold, ON; sister-in-law Kathleen, Francois; nieces: Elaine (John) Hayward, PAB, Margaret (Roy), St. John's, Frances, Maria Dawn and Lynn, all of NS; nephews: Ken (Ida), Gerald (Ann), Larry (Debbie), Charles (Kim), all of Francois, Blair and Brent, of NS; great-grandchildren: Joshua Caines, PAB, Jane Caines, Burnt Islands, Candace (Jason) Laffin, Richard Courtney and Jaimie (Sheamus) Coplan; great-great-grandchildren: Grayson and Leland Coplan, all of Thorold, ON, and a large circle of friends. Predeceased by his wife Ruby (nee Ivany); mother Frances (nee Green); father Charles; brothers: Kenneth, Eric, Ches, Henry and Gerald; sisters-in-law: Jessie, Eleanor and Katie; nephew Henry Jr. and Niece Alma. Cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium in Pasadena. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port aux Basques. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

GREENE, Edith Amelia
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edith (Edie) Amelia Greene, Announces her passing after a short illness on May 11th, 2012 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook. Edith was the daughter of the late Annie and Henry Greene .Funeral service took place on May14th at St. Simon St. Jude Church in Francois, officiated by Rev Mary Rose Colburne. She leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories, her only sister, Doris (Lewis), and three brothers, Bill (Alice) Aubrey (Bernice) Lloyd (Sandra). Unanimously agreed to be the best aunt and mother figure any kid could ask for, she will always be remembered and missed by her nephews and nieces, Matthew (Gillian), Jeffrey (Nicole), Colin (Maisie), Jason (Cathy), Heather (Sheldon), Henry, Amelia (Joey), Rebecca (Robert), Melissa, Cody, James. She also leaves to mourn her precious 5 great nephews and 2 great nieces, who always put a smile on her face, and a wide circle of extended family and many, many friends.
Edith or Edie as she was affectionately called, was a very special lady to everyone whose lives she touched. She was an active member in her church as a member of the ACW, and as a lay-reader. Edie enjoyed volunteering her time selflessly to various community events. She was a loving, giving, and gentle woman who had a laugh and with that could brighten any room. She will be sadly and forever missed by us all

HATCHER, Garland Wayne
Rose Blanche, NL
October 7, 1947 - May 24, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Wayne Hatcher announce his sudden passing at his home on Thursday, May 24th, 2012 at the age of 64 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories his wife Bernice of 39 years; son Wade (Samantha) of St.John's; mother Blanche Rose of Port-Aux-Basques; sister Judy Hardy (Austin) of Rose Blanche; brother Ralph Cox (Karen) of Shelbourne, NS; brothers- in- law: Stuart Hardy (Sandra), Ronald Hardy (Geraldine) of Rose Blanche and a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his father Garland Hatcher, stepfather John W Cox and mother and father-in-law Shirley and Henry Hardy. Visitation took place at St. Michael's and All Angels Church in Rose Blanche on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from where the funeral service took place on Monday, May 28th at 2:00pm with Rev. Kris Gosse officiating. Interment followed at Hillside Haven Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port-Aux-Basques. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

INGRAM, Gladys Julia
Burgeo, NL
Jan. 25, 1923 - May 20, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gladys Ingram announce her passing at the Calder Health Care Centre (where she was a resident) in Burgeo on Sunday May 20, 2012. She will be sadly missed by her children; Carrie (Walt), PEI, Marvin (Eileen), P.A. Basques, Gord (Sheila), Burgeo, Allister (Marie), Boyd's Cove, Sidney (Diane), Burgeo, Stella (Alain), Gatineau, QC, Brian (Susan), Burgeo, Pam (Glenn), Corner Brook; 14 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 3 brothers-in-law, 2 sisters-in-law, and a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Lillian and James Lomond and husband George. The family will be receiving family and friends at the St. John the Evangelist Church in Burgeo, beginning Tuesday May 21, 2012 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM from where the funeral service will take place on Wednesday May 23 at 2 PM with the Reverend George Childs officiating. Interment to follow at the community cemetery in Burgeo. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

KETTLE, Dorothy
(September 2, 1925 - May 29, 2012)
KETTLE, Dorothy (LeRiche) - Passed peacefully away on May 29, 2012. Dorothy Kettle at the age of 86. Predeceased by her husband, Stanley; brother, Kenneth LeRiche; sister, Irene Anderson. Left with fond and loving memories, daughters: Nora (John) Russell, Elaine (George) Warren; son, Donald (Gay Victoria) Kettle; grandchildren: Kimberly (David) Lassell, Karen (Gregory) Saunders, Kenneth Russell; Heather, Lisa and Michael Warren; Michelle (Jordan) Eves; Krista (Tim) Pell and Keri (Kaley) Kettle (and their mother Maureen); great grandchildren: Rebecca, Eleanor, Alexander, Nathan and Ryan; also leaving to mourn, sisters: Elizabeth (Ted) McNulty and Elsie McMillan; brother, Donald LeRiche; sisters-in-law: Evelyn LeRiche, Jane Kettle, Viola Roberts, Olive Kettle, Alice Bemister and Hilda Kettle; brother-in-law, Gordon (Frances) Kettle; and fondly remembered by many close friends and relatives. Visitation took place on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place from St. Paul's Anglican Church, Grand Bay on Saturday June 2, 2012 at 2:00 PM, officiated by Rev. David Russell interment followed at St. James Anglican Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Donations in Dorothy's memory may be made to St. Paul's Anglican Church Fund or to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements were in the care of Carnell's Funeral Home, St. John's, and East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

KNEE, James
With great sadness the family of James Knee announces his unexpected passing on May 22, 2012 in Fredericton, NB. Born on February 14, 1922 in Badger's Quay, NL, he lived and worked in Port-aux-Basques for many years. He was predeceased by his first wife, Evelyn (Rodgers), in 1978; his second wife, Shirley (Fowlow) in 2010; his parents, Edgar George (Julia Anne Oldford) Knee; and his sister, Sarah (Jacob, deceased) Hunt. He is survived by his son, James (Molly) Knee St. John's, NL; daughters, Carol (Dave) Blacklock of New Maryland, NB, and Judy (Harry) Coates of Millville, NL; two grandsons, Brian (Kristi)Tong of Brampton, ON, and James Knee of Calgary, AB; two granddaughters, Julia Coates (Ron Laudadio) of Mississauga, ON, and Helena Coates of London, UK; two great grandchildren, Katrina and Brendan Tong; his sister, Daisy (George, deceased) Starkes of Badgers Quay, NL; step-daughter, Claudia (Jim) Friesen of Parksville, BC and step-granddaughter Melanie (Mike) Nielsen of Victoria, BC. The funeral service was held at McAdam's Funeral Home in Fredericton on May 25, 2012, presided over by the Rev. Canon John Sharpe. Cremation followed; internment took place on May 26 at the Fredericton Rural Cemetery.

LANE, Joseph Patrick
July 30, 1931 - May 25, 2012
Port aux Basques, NL
Joseph Patrick Lane, in his 80th year, surrounded by his loving family passed away at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Friday, May 25th, 2012. Survived by the love of his life, his wife Beulah, Married June 11, 1952; daughter: Dorothy Bragg (Calvin); sons: Jim (Doreen), Joe (Elsie), Sean (Elaine), Glen and Brent (Corinne); grandchildren: Trudy, Trina, Jimmy, Jeremy, Sonya, Joey, Sean, Lois, Monica, Patrick, Gillian, Matthew, Mitchell, Michenda and Brandon; 13 great grandchildren; sister: Theresa McCarthy (David), Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Marie Thomas (Bud), Muriel Fever (David), Barbara Baldwin; brothers-in-law: Stan Baldwin, Ken Baldwin, David Baldwin (Jackie), Roy Baldwin (Patricia), Calvin Baldwin, Derek Baldwin (Mary), Frank Mosher (Marion), Don Gushue, Albert Bannister; and many nieces, nephews, and wide circle of friends. Predeceased by his daughter Mary Elaine; parents: James and Rita Lane; parents-in-law: Augusta and Ken Baldwin and stepmother-in-law: Violet Baldwin; sisters: Mary Gushue and Peggy Bannister; brother-in-law: Arthur Thomas and sister-in-law: Jean Mosher; grandson-in-law: Jean Paul Gignac; nephew, Donald Gushue. Friends visited Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port Aux Basques on Saturday and Sunday. The funeral service was held on Monday, May 28th at 2:00 p.m. from Wesley United Church, with interment at St. Michael's Roman Catholic Cemetery, Barachois Hill. Father Edward Terry officiated. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Michael's Cemetery Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

LOMOND, Lillian
November 9, 1923 - May 26, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lillian Lomond announces her passing on Saturday May 26, 2012 at Dr. Charles L Legrow Health Center in Port aux Basques at the age of 88 years. Born at Grand Bay, Lillian was the daughter of the late Samuel and Julia Matthews. She was also predeceased by her husband Stanley, daughters Cora, Shirley Osmond, Jane Lillington, brothers Charles Matthews, Thomas (Maude) Matthews, sister Mary Elizabeth, step-mother Elizabeth Matthews, son-in-laws Ralph Osmond, Tom Carter. She leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories her loving family; children Julia Carter, Catherine Osmond, Andrew (Debbie) Lomond Samuel (Elizabeth) Lomond, Calvin Lomond all of Grand Bay. Wilfred Lomond (Elaine Carter) Pasadena NL, Susie (Jerry) Osmond Grand Bay with whom she resided, daughter-in-law Betty Alley, son-in-laws Harold Osmond, George Lillington, sister Mary Noseworthy, sister-in-law Susie Matthews, brother-in-law Russell (Pearl) Lomond, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, special friend Marie Dicks and a large circle of nephews, nieces and many many friends. Visitation took place on Sunday from 7-9 PM and Monday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place on Tuesday May 29, 2 PM at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Grand Bay officiated by Rev. Louise Richards. Interment followed at St. Paul's Anglican Cemetery, Grand Bay. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

MacDONALD, Daniel
December 6, 1941 - May 15, 2012
Passed peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Tuesday May 15, 2012 with his five children by his side, Daniel MacDonald in his 70th year. Loving father of Ian (Tanya), Jeffrey, Jamie, Ariane (Ben Stubbington), and Mark (Elizabeth). Their mother and Daniel's close friend Wendy Vince. Grandfather of Brad, Calijah, and Ian Stubbington, Caitlin and Brianna Agawa, and Jasmine, Danny, and Natalie MacDonald. Son of the late Archibald and Bertha MacDonald. Brother to the late Angus (late Ada) MacDonald, James Roddie MacDonald, Josephine Ruth (Jack), Douglas MacDonald, Genevieve MacDonald (Robert), John MacDonald, Dorothy MacDonald, Irene MacDonald, and Brian MacDonald. Dan was uncle to many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. The family received friends and neighbors at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church in Upper Ferry on Friday May 25th, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral mass took place on Saturday May 26th, 11 AM at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church officiated by Father Edward Terry. Interment followed at Mount St. Thomas Cemetery, where Daniel was laid to rest with his mother. Donations in Daniel's memory can be made to St. Ann's Parish, or to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements were in the care of O'Sullivan Donnelly Funeral Home Sault Saint Marie and East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com
Little did we know that morning God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always by our side. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same. But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

MacDONALD, Susannah Elizabeth
April 10, 1942 - May 3, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Susannah Elizabeth MacDonald announces her sudden passing on Thursday May 3, 2012 at her residence in Port aux Basques at the age of 70 years. Born at Margaree Susannah was the daughter of the late John and Julia Seymour. She was also predeceased by her father and mother-in-law Angus and Dorothy MacDonald, grandson Christopher Osmond, brothers-in-law Eric MacDonald, Johnny Ball, Wesley Coleman, Melvin Bragg and Eli LeFrense. She leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories her devoted husband Angus of 52 years. Loving mother and best friend to her children Carol (Ross) King Isle aux Morts, Althea ( Perry) Billings Port aux Basques, Darlene (Carl) Matthews Port aux Basques, Pam (Bradley) Simms Corner Brook, Susanne MacDonald Port aux Basques, Graham (Denise) Port aux Basques, McGill (Sandra) Pasadena. The best "Nan" in the world she will sadly missed by her grandchildren Jamie, Lee-Ann, Kiley, Shiloh, Graham, Joey, Jeremie, Christian, Natalee, Whitney, Stephanie, Jessica, 6 great-grandchildren, brothers, Garfield (Shirley), John (Judy), Gordon (Maggie), sisters; Aggie Coleman, Naomi Ball, Maude (Eric) Tapp, Vera Bragg, Theresa LeFrense, Mildred (Johnny) Carroll, Pearl (George) Harvey, Elsie (Wayne) Billard, sisters-in-law Elizabeth Short, Edna MacDonald, brothers-in-law Kelvin (Joan) MacDonald, Dana (Julianne) MacDonald and a large circle of nephews, nieces and many, many friends. Visitation took place on Friday from 7-9 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place on Monday May 7, 2 PM at St. James Anglican Church Channel, officiated by Rev. Hannah Dicks. Interment followed at Hillside Haven Cemetery, Isle aux Morts Road. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com
Susannah or “Suz" as she was affectionately called was a very spiritual woman and was an active member of her church which she attended each Sunday. She was a charter member of the Isle aux Morts Lioness Club and a long time member of the Port aux Basques Lioness Club. She volunteered her time selflessly to various charitable events within her community. She was a loving, giving, and gentle wife, mother, and grandmother to a family who adored her and until it's time for us to meet and be together again, may the Lord hold her in the palm of his hand.......

PARSONS, Richard Andrew
May 25, 1964 - May 4, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Richard Andrew Parsons announces his passing on Friday May 4, at Dr. Charles L Legrow Health Center in Port aux Basques at the age of 47 years. Born at Isle aux Morts, Richard was the son of the late Richard Harvey and Sadie Parsons, he was also predeceased by his sister in law Verna Parsons. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his brother George (Glenda) Parsons, his sister Liz (Dave) Whitten all of Isle aux Morts. Nephews; Craig (Pam) Parsons Porter's Lake NS, Jason Parsons (Louise) Edmonton Alberta. Nieces; Sonja (Mike) Millard St. John's, Clara (Scott) Hollingsworth Lantz NS, special caregiver Cindy (Rob) Hayward Port aux Basques, special friends Nikita, Nathan along with countless other friends and family whom were blessed to know him. Richard touched the lives of many people with his smile and gentle presence. Visitation took place on Sunday 7-9 PM and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place on Tuesday May 8, 11 AM at East Haven Funeral Home, Port aux Basques officiated by Rev. Kris Gosse. Interment followed at Hillside Haven Cemetery Isle aux Morts Road. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home 695-2300 www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

VALLIS, Josephine
Rose Blanche, NL
May 26, 1929 - May 10, 2012
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Josephine Vallis announce her passing on Thursday, May 10th, 2012 at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre at the age of 82 years. Born at Rose Blanche, Josephine was the daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine Loder. She was predeceased by her son Harold; brothers: Locklyn, Roland, George, Blores, Charlie, William and Fred; sisters: Rita Parsons and Minnie Keeping. She leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories her devoted husband of 65 years, Arthur James. A loving mother and grandmother, Josephine will be sadly missed by her children: Roland (Amelia) Vallis, Isle-aux-Morts, Thelma Ingram, Isle-aux-Morts, Geraldine (Rodney) Harris, Rose Blanche, Della (Charlie) Gillam, Moncton, NB, Rosanna Vallis, Stephenville, Pauline (Frank) Touchings, Rose Blanche, Shirley (Albert) Penny, Mississauga, ON; twelve grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren; sister Rosanna Bunter, Moncton, NB. She will be fondly remembered by her neighbors Andrew and Betty Anderson; nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation was held at St. Michael's Anglican Church Chapel in Rose Blanche on Friday 7-9 pm, Saturday and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 pm, from where the Funeral Service took place on Monday, May 14th at 2:00 pm, Reverend Kris Gosse officiated. Interment followed at Hillside Haven Cemetery, Isle Aux Morts Road. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made by visiting www.fillatre.ca