YEAR 2000
Names A - C

ABBOTT, Lloyd K. (82) - Passed away peacefully on June 9, 2000 at Peace Arch Hospital. Survived by his loving wife Vera, son George (Merrily) of White Rock, BC, daughters Judy (Laurie) Dauphinee of Red Deer, AB, Rosamond Forrest of Bracebridge, ON, grandchildren Kerri (Kevin), Kelly, Jonathan (Kimberly), Sarah, Heather, Laura, Elizabeth and great-grandchildren Tyler and Paige. Last Post will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion, Crescent Beach Branch, 2643 128th Street, Surrey, BC on Wednesday, June 14th at 3:00 p.m. Donations to the Peace Arch Hospital CAT Scan or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre 604-536-6522.
June 13, 2000

ABBOTT, Reginald - Passed peacefully away at the Intensive Care Unit, Health Sciences Center, on Thursday, September 7, 2000, Reginald (Rex) Abbott, formerly of Bonavista, after a lengthy illness. Predeceased by his parents: Isabella and Samson Abbott; mother and father-in-law: Hedley and Mary Antle; five brothers and four sisters. Leaving to mourn with fond memories, his loving wife Violet; special son Nelson; brother Edmund (Doris), Bonavista; sisters: Amelia Durdle, Gertrude and Vivian Abbott, all of Bonavista; sister-in-law Alice Abbott, Gander; brother-in-law Harvey Antle; sisters-in-law: Rita, Irene, Sally (George), Phyllis, Rev. Florence (Paul); special sister-in-law Evelyn (Lloyd); special nephews: Edmund and Cyril Durdle; speical niece Nola; other nieces and nephews; special aunts: Doris Griffin and Julie Vokey, Markland; also a large number of other relatives and friends. Special thank you to the doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists at the Intensive Care Unit, Health Sciences Center. Also thank you to the Rev. Karen Thorne. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 1081 Topsail Road, from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday. Funeral Service 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 9, 2000 from the United Church, Markland. Interment to follow at the United Church Cemetery, Markland. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Respiratory Research Health Sciences Center, United Church Cemetery, Markland or a charity of one`s choice.
September 08, 2000

ACKERMAN, - PYE, Elizabeth- Passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 13, 2000 at Loughton Essex, England, formerly from St. John`s, Newfoundland, aged 87 years. Leaving to mourn brother Reg Pye (Jennie) of St. John`s; three daughters: Carol Bennett, Mt. Pearl, Sally Reddington (Ray), London, England, Elva Richardson (Clive), England; son George (Mary), Australia; five grandsons: Mark, Paul, Keith, Stephen, England, James, Australia; four granddaughters: Elizabeth, Catherine, Heather, Mt. Pearl, Nina, Australia, one great-grandson Bradley, England. Also a large circle of friends and relatives in Nfld. Cremation and services will take place at Harlow Essex, England at a date to be arranged.
January 25, 2000

ALEXANDER, Ralph Joseph - Passed away at his home in Manuels on April 28, 2000, at age 77 years. Leaving to mourn his children Raymond and his wife Linda Alexander in Manuels; Rita Lanoie and her husband Allen of Cambridge, Ont., Theresa Hall and her husband James of Guelph, Ont., Dorothy Alexander from Kingston, Ont., Albert Alexander of Bonavista Bay, Chris Drake of Alberta and Deion Burke of St. John`s; 16 grandchildren: Stephen, Lisa Stephanie, Renee, RJ, Timothy, Lesley, Darrel, Corey, Cherie, Crystal, Amanda, Justin, Travis, Trisition, Natasha; great-grandchildren Brittany, Shavon, Alexandra, Hayden, Ciera. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday; 2 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday and Monday; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday. Funeral service at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2, 2000, from Barrett`s Chapel. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Clinic.
April 29, 2000

ALTICE, Mary Margaret - Passed away at St. Joseph`s Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario on Friday, January 14th, 2000. Former resident of St. John`s, Newfoundland. Loving mother of six daughters: Ruth Watson (Ross), Barb Davidson, Dolores Baker, Jeanne Ryan (Marcel), Juanita Baryckyj (Brian) Taylor and Pam Hogan; grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of 13; dear sister of Lilli Hearn. Predeceased by brothers: Mike and Cyril Hearn. Also leaving behind a large circle of nieces and nephews. Cremation to take place. Private family service. Arrangements with the L.G. Wallace Funeral Home, Hamilton, Ontario, (905)544-1147. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in lieu of flowers. "We love you Mom."
January 17, 2000

ALYWARD, Leo J. - Aged 60 years. Formerly of Port au Choix, longtime employee of FPI. Predeceased by his father Vergus in 1969. Leaving to mourn his wife Elsie (Clarke); daughters: Juanita Lucas (Ken) and Julie (Paul); granddaughter: Tessa; mother: Irene Alyward; brothers: Edmund and Gerard (Sadie); sister: Mary; niece: Shirley; nephew: Edgar. Also other relatives and friends. Special thank you to the staff on 2 East of the Hoyles Escasoni Complex and Dr. K. Patel. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, Lemarchant Road on Saturday, February 5, from 7-10 p.m. and Sunday, February 6 from 10 a.m-12 noon, 2-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Funeral service on Monday, February 7, 2000 from Caul`s Chapel at 11 a.m. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his memory to the Parkinsons Foundation of Canada. "Ever remembered but never forgotten. We love you dad."
February 05, 2000

ARCHIBALD, Jean (nee Power) - Passed away at Etobicoke General Hospital on Sunday, March 19, 2000, age 79 years. Loving wife of Albert (Woll Archibald). Predeceased by son Albert and brother Jack. Leaving to mourn grandsons: Michael and Paul; sisters: Beth (Mrs. J. Sturgeon), Margaret (Mrs. G. French), Helen (Mrs. D. Pike), Myra (Mrs. W. Nutter) and Marina (Mrs. D. Gilchrist). Memorial to be held on Saturday, March 25, at 1 p.m. at Neivediut Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
March 27, 2000

BADCOCK, Louise Marguerite - Louise Badcock died on June 23, 2000 in Truro, Nova Scotia in her 88th year. She was born on March 7, 1913 in Lewisporte, Nfld., daughter of Robert William Manuel of Exploits, Nfld. and Jessie Sophia (Reader) Manuel of Bloomfield, Bonavista Bay. After attending Memorial College, she graduated from Dalhousie University with BSc, and worked in Oxford, London and New York before returning to Newfoundland in 1946. She the married Wilfred Badcock of Bay Roberts and together they established Humber Nurseries in Corner Brook, a business they operated until moving to Nova Scotia in 1964. After some years in Wolfville, NS, and Montreal, they settled in Truro, NS, where Louise was very active in a number of associations including the Multicultural Association, the Hospital Auxiliary, the NDP, Amnesty International, the local Council of Women, the Colchester East Hants Regional Library Book Discussion Group, and the Teviot Group and Group of Seven, both refugee sponsorship groups. In some of these associations she was active until the time of her death. Louise`s husband and her elder sister Ella Manuel predeceased her. Family members include her son Tim Babcock (Jakarta, Indonesia), daughter Christina Roy and son-in-law Jean-Claude Roy (France); grandsons Paolo Babcock (Halifax) and Nicholas Benedict (Toronto); nephews Antony Berger (Victoria, BC/Woody Point, Nfld.) and Jonathan Berger (San Diego, CA); nieces Betty Ann Streeter (Toronto) and Ruth Collins (Clarenville, Nfld.); sisters-in-law Phyllis Badcock (Clarenville), Stella Payne (Winter Park, Florida) and Jean Gwinn (Marrero, Louisiana); cousins Gwen Freake and Sadie Freake (Corner Brook) and Mallie Walters (St. John`s). Louise also leaves a remarkable group of friends of all ages who cared deeply for her and were a great source of pleasure and support. Louise`s wishes were to be cremated, her ashes to be placed on the grave of her husband at East Stewiacke Cemetery, and for her friends and family to gather at her home in Truro for one last good time together. This will take place on Tuesday, July 11, 2000 at 3:00 p.m., and all those who loved her are invited to attend. Those who wish to, may make a donation to Amnesty International or to Oxfam in Louise`s memory. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mattatall Funeral Home, Truro, N.S.
June 24, 2000

BADCOCK, Mary Jane (nee Peddle) - Passed peacefully away, in the presence of her husband, at her residence in Manuels, January 2, 2000, Mary Jane Badcock, age 72 years. Formerly of Mt. Scio Rd. Predeceased by her four sisters: Theresa, Ethel, Lily and Patience. Leaving to mourn husband Eric; two daughters: Margaret Goobie (George) and Barbara Caines (Tom); two sons: Herb (Betty) and Eric Jr.; ten grandchildren: Andrea, Tony, Belinda, Dale, Dawn, Nancy, Stephen, Amanda, Sara and Joshua; four great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law: Tom Turpin, Bill Rose and Neil Power; sisters-in-law: Evelyn Badcock, Shirley Butt (Bob); also survived by her aunt Ethel Blake residing in New York; a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. Visitation from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday. Funeral Service from All Saints Anglican Church, Foxtrap on Tuesday, January 4, 2000 at 2 p.m. Interment in the Anglican Cemetery, Dunshill Rd., Foxtrap. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association.
January 03, 2000

BAETZEL, Roy Arthur - Passed away suddenly in St. John`s, in his 68th year on Friday, May 19, 2000, Roy Arthur Baetzel, formerly of Rochester, New York. Beloved husband of 47 years of Marjorie Doris (Noseworthy). Loving father of only daughter Susan Lorraine. Leaving fond and loving memories. Predeceased by his mother, Deloris (McCarthy) and father Marvin Baetzel of Rochester, New York. Leaving to mourn his stepmother Lillian Baetzel, half sisters, Carol Bentivegna and Patti Bradt, and brother John Prechtl; also, best friend, Anthony Bugow, all of the United States. Roy leaves a large circle of relatives and friends in Newfoundland. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2000 at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave. Donations in his memory may be made to the Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation. "When I come to the end of the road, And the sun has set for me, I want no nights in a gloom filled room, Why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little but not too long, And not with your heads bowed low, Remember the love and the laughter we Shared, Miss me but let me go. For this journey we all must make, And each must go alone, It`s all a part of the Master`s plan, A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart, Go to friends we know, And bury your sorrow in doing good Deeds, Miss me but let me go."
May 24, 2000

BAIRD, Donald - Passed peacefully away at the Waterford Hospital, after a long battle with Alzheimers Disease, on Wednesday, August 16th, 2000 Donald Baird, Seal Cove, formerly of Twillingate. Age 67 years. Leaving to mourn his wife Hilda; 3 sons: Donald (friend Brenda), William (Sandra), Gregory (Anita); and 1 daughter Sherry; 3 grandchildren: Amanda, Troy and Grace; 1 sister and 5 brothers; also nieces, nephews and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Resting at the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews. Visitation on Thursday and Friday 10-12, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 10-12 noon. Funeral to take place on Saturday, August 19th, at 2 p.m. at St. Peters Church, Upper Gullies. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Upper Gullies. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association or a charity of one`s choice. "Safe in the arms of Jesus."
August 17, 2000

BALDWIN, Aretha Mae - Holliston, Ma., 84, November 30, 1915 - October 12, 2000. She was born in Biscayne Cove, Cape St. Frances, Newfoundland, Canada. She was the daughter of the late Emma Butt and Walter Rose. She was the third of nine children and was predeceased by Sarah, Jane, Ambrose, John and Clarence, all of Newfoundland. She leaves two brothers: Leonard Rose of Everett, Ma. and Arthur Rose of Manuels, Newfoundland; and a sister Laura Phyllis Critch of Revere, Ma. She leaves her husband of 58 years, Harold Baldwin of Holliston, Ma. and two children: Linda Giarla of Holliston and Wayne Baldwin of Essex, Ma. She also leaves five grandchildren: David, Giarla of Natick, Ma., Robyn Giannozzi of Mendon, Scott Giarla of Jamaica Plain, Ma., Erika Baldwin of Essex, Ma. and Connor Baldwin of Essex, Ma. She also leaves three great-grandchildren: Jeremey Power of Natick, Ma., Alessia and Marco Giannozzi of Mendon, Ma. and a new little great-grandchild due on Valentines Day. Mae, as family and friends called her, came to the United States from Newfoundland in 1938. She married Harold in 1942 and lived in Lynn, Ma. for 33 years. She was a member of The Eastern Star and attended St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Lynn, Ma. She was busy raising her family and active in all of St. Stephen`s functions. She also worked at Wood Electric in Wakefield, Ma. for 15 years. In 1975 Mae and Harold moved to the Mainlands in Pinellas Park, Florida where they lived for 22 years. Mae was a member of the United Methodist Church there and active in Unit 3 Clubhouse of the Mainlands. In 1997 she moved back to Massachusetts where she lived at Mission Springs Elderly Housing in Holliston and is a beloved member of St. Michael`s Episcopal Church, Holliston, Ma. In 1998 Mae was diagnosed with ALS or Lou Gehrig`s Disease and fought a hard, brave battle with the disease. She spent the last 4 months at Mary Ann Morse Nursing Home in Natick, and she was happy to go home to God. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 16th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael`s Episcopal Church, Highland St., Holliston. The Rev Christine Witticker will officiate. Cremation will follow. Calling hours at the Chesmore Funeral Home, 854 Washington St,. Route 16, Holliston, will be Sunday from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Donations in Mrs. Baldwin`s memory may be made to either the Metro West Hospice, 85 Lincoln St., Framingham, Ma. 01702 or ALS Association, 7 Lincoln St., Wakefield, Ma 01880.
October 13, 2000

BALL, Janet (Peyton) - Passed away at the Dr. Hugh Twomey Health Care Centre, Botwood on Saturday, April 29, 2000 Janet Ball (Peyton). Janet was born in Burnt Arm on May 5, 1907. Predeceased by husband Ambrose in 1981 and sister Sarah Young in 1996. Left to mourn, one sister Ella (Ben) Knight of Sauble Beach, Ontario; 4 nephews: Owen (Ann) Young, Grand Falls-Windsor, Roy (Pamela) Young, Corner Brook, Perc (Carol) Knight, Bradford, Ontario, Owen (Phylis) Langdon, Halifax, Nova Scotia; 4 nieces: Janet (Bill) Evans, Sandy Point, Josephine Lewis, Mississauga, Ontario, Verna Butt, Botwood, Daphine (Jack) Edison, Lewisporte; and several other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements by Botwood Funeral Home, Botwood. Funeral was held on Monday, May 1st at 2:00 p.m. from Trinity United Church, Botwood. Pallbearers were Owen Young, Roy Young, Dennis Butt, Barry Butt, Robert Young and Jeffrey Young.
May 02, 2000

BARRON, Rhoda - Passed peacefully away on May 23, 2000, in her 90th year. Formerly of St. Joseph`s, Placentia Bay. Predeceased by three sisters: Alice, Minnie and Elizabeth; three brothers: Lawrence, John and Fergus. Leaving to mourn sisters: Maude Picco at Freshwater and Margaret Lake at Rushoon; brother Peter Barron at Freshwater and a large circle of relatives and friends. Funeral and interment on Thursday, May 25 in Toronto.
May 27, 2000

BARTLETT, Anita (nee Crawley) - Formerly of Holyrood. Passed peacefully away, surrounded by her children, at her residence on Wednesday, August 23rd, in her 75th year. Dear mother of Bonita Quinlan of Tweed, Terry (and Paul) Saulnier of Ottawa, Sharon (and Charles) Marlowe of Oshawa, Gail Malloy of Port Hope, Deborough (and Orvil) Goulah of Tweed, Paul (and Faith) Bartlett of Consecon, and Robert (and Sylvia) Bartlett of Penetanguishene. Always loved and remembered by her grandchildren: Jimmy, Bobby, Tara, Monique, Michelle, Adrienne, Megan, Stefanie, Shannon, Aaron, Courtney, Jamie and Pamela. Dear sister of Alma Murphy of Paradise, Marlene O`Brien, Brendan Crawley of Holyrood and Blanche Emmons of Oshawa, ON. Predeceased by sisters: Vera Crawley, Bernice Thornton, Barbara Dory; and brother Leonard Crawley. Mrs. Bartlett will rest at the Cassidy Funeral Home, Tweed, on Thursday 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at St. Edmunds Church, Stoco, on Friday, August 25th, 2000. Cremation to follow.
August 25, 2000

BASHA, Winnifred - Passed peacefully away at the Chancellor Park on October 18, 2000 age 95. Predeceased by her husband, Senator M.G. Basha and daughter Yvonne Belanger. Survived by her son Michael (Mary) and daughter Joan (Brian); seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. At the request of the family, a private service will be held and interment to take place in Ottawa.
October 19, 2000

BAXTER, Mrs. Katherine Georgiana (nee Morris) - Born May 26, 1912 in St. John`s, NF, died June 10, 2000 in Brantford, Ont. Educated at Memorial and McGill Universities, and formerly a resident of St. Lambert, Quebec, she was predeceased by her brother, Pilot Officer David Gordon Morris (June 9, 1942), and her husband, Dr. Robert G. Baxter (January 1996). She is survived be her sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Pearce of Ottawa, and her sons; David Gordon (Dusty, with daughters Evalon and Willow), Dr. John William Morris (Penny), James Durward Falconer (Brenda), and Robert George Harwell. Georgie will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Andrew, Oliver, Erica, Megan, and John. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, 2000 at the Central Presbyterian Church, Brantford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Memorial University (Kevin Smith at 709-737-4354) or the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation (709-753-8521).
June 15, 2000

BEEKMANN, Rosemary (Fry) - 65, of 10 Great Bay Drive, died Wednesday, April 5, 2000 at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine. Born March 4, 1934, in St. John`s, Newfoundland, she was the daughter of Charles and Blanche (Moss) Fry. She attended schools in St. John`s. She was employed at Portsmouth High School in the cafeteria for many years. She was a member of the Greenland Community Congregational Church in Greenland where she enjoyed many of the women`s activities. She was the wife of Henry Beekmann for 47 years. In addition to her husband, survivors include a son, Michael H. Beekmann of Newmarket; two daughters: Valerie A. Hertzog of McGuire AFB, N.J. and Joanne L. Brackett of Greenland; seven grandchildren: Amanda Beekmann, Vanessa Rose Hertzog, Courtney Hertzog, John Brackett, Samuel Brackett, Emily Brackett and Daniel Brackett; two brothers: Maxwell Fry and William Fry, both of Newfoundland; two sisters: Pearl Martin and Olive Smith, both of Newfoundland; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Amelia Rose Brackett and three brothers: James Fry, Charles Fry and Harvey Fry.
May 06, 2000

BESSEY, Lawrence Henry - Main Brook, Nfld., born in Cape Onion. It is with great sadness that the family of Lawrence Bessey announce his passing on March 17, 2000 at the Hoyles Home, St. John`s, at the age of 87. Predeceased by wife Irene (Patey) Bessey; son Chesley; grandson Kurben Brown; sons-in-law; Kevin White and John Brown; brothers: Rueben, Charles, William and Chesley; sisters: Adelaide, Lucy, Blanche. He will be sadly missed by his six sons and five daughters: Melvin (Ruby), Fort McMurray, AB, Muriel White, St. Georges, Nfld., Marcia Brown, Fort McMurray, AB, Edna Reid, Penticton, BC, Noel (Ruth), Fort McMurray, AB, Eldon (Susan), St. John`s, Nfld., Woodrow (Jackie), Botwood, Nfld., Joan (Don), St. John`s, Nfld., Carl (Dianne), Mount Pearl, Nfld., Catherine (Len), Mount Pearl, Nfld., Keith (Pearl), Fort McMurray, AB; thirty-four grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; other family and friends. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the United Church, Main Brook, Nfld. A0K 3N0. Funeral Service will take place from the United Church, Main Brook on March 20 at 2:00 p.m. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre`s Funeral Home, St. Anthony.
March 19, 2000

BEST, Duncan Peter - Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family at Henderson Hospital, Hamilton, Ont., Duncan Peter Best in his 58th year. Leaving to mourn wife Roslyn (nee Kelloway), children Rochelle (Doug), Douglas (Lori), Robyn (Jay), and three grandchildren: Charles, Curtis and Sarah, all of Hamilton; brothers Fred (Lorraine), Wilson (Sheila) and Ben (Linda) of St. John`s and a large circle of family and friends. At Duncan`s request, cremation has taken place in Hamilton. Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association. "We do not remember days, We remember moments."
December 09, 2000

BILTON, Mildred Mary - Following a brief illness, passed peacefully away on Sunday, January 16, 2000, age 91 years. Predeceased by her husband, James H. Bilton, in 1988. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, her daughter Carol (Wayne) Burry; her granddaughter Leslie (Patrick) Kennedy; her great-grandchildren: Jamie and Caroline Kennedy, all of St. John`s, NF; and her grandson James Bilton Burry (Juanita Bruff), Halifax, NS; as well as other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place with inurnment in Regina, SK, at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Tubman Funeral Homes.
January 24, 2000

BOREN, Lucy (Petten) - Passed peacefully away at Rossville, Georgia USA on June 4th, 2000 in her 70th year. Predeceased by husband William Nov/95, Parents Henry & Jessie Petten, and Brother Wilson Petten. Leaving to mourn one daughter Cheryl (Mike) Bennett, two sons, Gregory (Cathy) & William. Six Grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; six sisters Joan Jefford, Mary Porter; Twin Sister Laura Butler (Leslie), Violet Barnes (Ted), Jessie Sherman (Gary) NY; Evelyn Dunn (Larry) NS, seven brothers Wallace (Dot), Leslie (Nellie); Stanley (Margaret) ON, Isaac (Lean), Henry (Jean), Hayden (June), George (Alma), Sister-in-law Jean Petten, as well as a large number of nieces & nephews and a large circle of relatives & friends. Resting at Wilson & Sons Funeral Home, Cloud Springs Rd, 4th Oglethape, Georgia USA. Funeral to take place on Wednesday, June 7th, 2000. A special Memorial Service to be held at All Saint`s Church, Foxtrap Wednesday, June 7, 2000 at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one`s choice.
June 07, 2000

BOUCHARD, Francis - Born June 30th, 1945, passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre on Monday, February 7, 2000. Francis Bouchard, age 54 years. Predeceased by his father Raymond; brothers: Raymond and Robert. Leaving to mourn wife Emmie Codner; daughters: Karena and Regina; sons: Ronnie and Ray; three grandchildren; mother Edith; three sisters: Raymonde, Francine, Linza; five brothers: Bernice, Johnny, Christian, Donald and Michael; special aunt and uncle Patricia and Angelo; also many other relatives and friends. Upon his request, cremation has taken place. Funeral Services to take place in Florida.
February 09, 2000

BOYD, William Donald - Corner Brook, NF. (Formerly of St. Anthony). March 30, 1920 - April 4, 2000. Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, April 4, 2000 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in the presence of his family, WILLIAM DONALD BOYD at the age of 80. He will be sadly missed by his wife Elizabeth (Betty); daughters: Joan Whitton, Connie (Foster) Lamswood; grandchildren: Tara (Jeff) Gillam, Donald (Darlene) Whitton, Scott (Sherri McNeil) Lamswood, Mark (Susan Squarey) Lamswood, Jeff Lamswood; great-grandchildren: Kristen and Kaitlynn Gillam, Alex Whitton, Jaime and Ryan McNeil-Lamswood; step-brother Jack (Effie) Bridger; step-sisters: Grace Ollerhead, Marie (William) Simms, Bernice (Hedley) Lush, Louise Hedderson; brother-in-law William Pardy; sisters-in-law: Flora Hancock, Olive Smith, Grace (Raymond) Squires, Judith Brittain, Margaret Pardy, Kathleen Pardy; and a large number of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mother Minnie Bridger in 1981; son-in-law Bramford Whitton in 1988; grandson Terry Lorne Whitton in 1966. The Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 7th at 2:00 p.m. from The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Main Street, Corner Brook, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre`s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Ave., Wednesday from 7-9, Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Restoration Fund.
April 06, 2000

BRAZIL, Gary Jerome - Passed away tragically as the result of a helicopter crash on Wednesday, May 10, 2000, Gary Jerome Brazil of Torbay, formerly of Botwood, age 39 years. Leaving to mourn his loving and devoted wife, Denise (Molloy), one son Ryan, age six, one daughter Karlee, age three; his loving parents Gerald and Yvonne Brazil of Torbay, formerly of Botwood; sister Debbie (husband Dennis Insley), their son Kris, of Nova Scotia; brother Duane (wife Candy), and their children Erin and Sara, of Nova Scotia; brother Rodney (girlfriend Jennifer Mercer), of Alberta; his loving parents-in-law Jim and Pauline Molloy, Torbay; brothers-in-law Scott Molloy (wife Lee Ann), their children Niamh and Ashleen, Jim Molloy (special friend Kumiko Takahashi); many, many special uncles, aunts and cousins. Will be sadly missed by many co-workers at the Coast Guard-helicopter section; also by many, many friends near and far. Memorial Service for Gary will be held Monday, May 22, 2000, at 2 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church, Torbay. Flowers gratefully accepted at the church.
May 23, 2000

BRIDGER, Wilbert (Bert) Kitchener - Passed peacefully away at Hoyles-Escasoni on December 31, 1999, Wilbert Kitchener Bridger, age 83 years. Born January 20, 1916 in Brighton, Newfoundland. Predeceased by parents George and Priscilla, brothers Pearce and Dexter, sisters Fanny and Lily. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories, his loving wife Meta (nee Greenham); daughters: Loretta Roper (Edgar), Kay Whitten (Stephen); sons: George (Stacey), Oslo (Tana) and Clyde; grandchildren: Mark, Susan and Philip Whitten, Nicole Roper, Rhonda Bridger (U.S.A.); brothers-in-law: Wilbur, Otto (Nellie), Fred (Evelyn), Harold (May) and Frank (Verbena); sisters-in-law: Ruby Greenham, Sadie Stockley (Roy) and Florence Greenham; many nephews, nieces and a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, 10-12 noon, 2-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Sunday, 10-12 noon Monday. Funeral service from the Salvation Army Citadel, Adams Avenue on Monday, January 3, 2000 at 2 p.m. Interment in the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army Citadel, Adams Avenue. "Safe in the arms of Jesus."
January 03, 2000

BRODERICK, William Patrick (Pat) - Passed peacefully away at Scarborough, Ontario, on Sunday, October 15, 2000, formerly of Grate`s Cove. Predeceased by parents Agnes and Daniel, brothers John, Tom and Ron, sisters Lucy and Nell. Left to mourn wife Sophie, children Ron, John and Sharon and five grandchildren; sister-in-law Vera Broderick, St. John`s; four nieces, one nephew in Newfoundland. Burial took place Wednesday, October 18, in Scarborough, Ontario. Rest In Peace.
October 19, 2000

BROWN, Cherry Alice, BSc (nee Maunder) - Of St. John`s, Newfoundland. Peacefully on July 1, 2000 at St. Louis de Montfort Hospital, in her 80th year. Cherished wife and best friend of Bill (William C., NRC retired); and loving mother of Allan (Kathy), Carol (John Stairs), Don (Lorraine) and Ross (Toni). Beloved grandmother of Matthew, Christopher, Lisa and Emily Stairs; Jeffrey, Jennifer and Andrew Brown; and Victoria and Alexander Tothill-Brown. Predeceased by her brother John Maunder of St. John`s; and lovingly remembered by her sister-in-law Ruth Maunder; nephews: John (Susan) and Jim (Diane), nieces: Alice (Don Heale) and Margaret, and families. Dear niece of Alice (Lallie) Gathman of Sarasota, Florida. Friends are invited to call at Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, St. Laurent Chapel, 1200 Ogilvie Road, on Wednesday, July 5 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial Service will be held at Rothwell United Church, 42 Sumac Street, Gloucester, on Thursday, July 6 at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Capital Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, In Memoriam donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Memorial University, St. John`s, Newfoundland, would be sincerely appreciated.
July 04, 2000

BROWN, Fred - 61, of Halifax died May 1, 2000 at Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center, V.G. Site. Born in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, he was a son of the late Joseph and Jennie (Saunderson) Brown. Fred was well known in the oil and gas industry in Alberta, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and Texas and was affectionately known as "Downtown Freddy Brown". He was an avid golfer and a former member of Ashburn Golf Club. He is survived by his wife the former Joyce Schmick; daughters Patti Ford, Halifax, Traci Pernarowski, Winnipeg; son Paul, Halifax; brothers Jack, Saskatchewan; Bill, Alberta; Doug, Saskatchewan; sisters: Betty Allison, Portland, Oregon; Jean Kenzie, Kelowna, BC; four grandchildren, Jennifer, Kyle, Courtney and Justin; father-in-law Henry Schmick; brother-in-law and sister-in-law George and Caroline Olive. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Arthur. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Cremation has taken place, a memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday in the J.A. Snow Funeral, 2666 Windsor Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
May 04, 2000

BROWN, Keith Douglas (Bruno) - Age 40. Passed away tragically in Montreal on February 8, 2000. Leaving to mourn his loss, besides his immediate family in Montreal, Fort Erie and Torbay; a large circle of relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service has taken place in Fort Erie. Donations in Keith`s memory may be made to a charity of one`s choice.
February 25, 2000

BROWNE, Patrick Isadore - Of Long Harbour (formerly of Bar Haven). Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on April 2, 2000 at the age of 89 years. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories, wife Mary; daughters: Marguerite Greene (Tom), Mary Bennett (Ambrose); sons: Raymond (Rita), Frank (Phyllis), Jack (Theresa), Pat (Karen); fifteen grandchildren; brother Edward; sisters: Margaret Grace, Agnes Hickey, Maude Browne, Laura Mulrooney; brother-in-law Jack Brennan, St. Brides; also leaving to mourn a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Holloway`s Funeral Home, Whitbourne. Funeral Mass from St. Jeromes Church, Long Harbour on Wednesday, April 5 at 11 A.M. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Topsail Road, St. John`s.
April 04, 2000

BUDDEN, Sgt. Gary - At London Health Sciences Centre, Westminster Campus on Tuesday, April 4th, 2000, Sgt. Gary Budden of London, in his 52nd year. Beloved husband of Barb Dressel-Budden. Loving father of Shauna, Zachary and Suzannah. Dear brother of Judy Budden of Ottawa and Kevin Budden of Glovertown, Newfoundland. Visitation will be held in the Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North (2 blocks north of Oxford St.) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will be conducted at the Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, on Thursday, April 6th at 3:00 p.m. Pastor Stephen Gross of Redeemer Lutheran Church officiating. Cremation. Memorial contributions to Bethany`s Hope Foundation would be gratefully acknowledged.
April 05, 2000

BULBROOK, Ruby - Passed away at the Elizabeth Bruyere Palliative Care Unit, Ottawa, Ont. on March 1, 2000 after a courageous battle with cancer, Ruby Bulbrook, age 72 years, formerly Ruby Strickland of Rencontre West, Nfld. Leaving to mourn her husband Robert, son Scott (Karen), daughter Deborah (James Pinard), four grandchildren, one brother Sam Strickland (Betty), Mount Pearl, Nfld., four sisters Naomi Courtney (Albert), Dartmouth, N.S., Amelia Strickland, Springdale, Nfld., Laura Strickland (Fred), Milltown, Nfld., Betty Buffett (James), Ottawa, Ont., one brother-in-law John Bulbrook, Queen Charlotte Islands, B.C. Funeral service will be held Monday, March 6th. from the Anglican Church of the Resurrection. Interment at Capital Memorial Gardens, Ottawa.
March 06, 2000

BURSELL, Sydney - Passed peacefully away in Toronto, after a brief illness, October 13, 2000, in his 84th year. Predeceased by wife Martha. Leaving to mourn son Cyril (Barbara); brother Frederick, Torbay and sister Olive Mercer, St. John`s. Cremation has taken place.
October 21, 2000

BURT, Richard Claude - At St. Mary`s Hospital on Monday, April 17, 2000, 76 years of age. Richard Burt, loving husband of the late Ruby Burt (nee Hillier). Dear father of Roger, wife Vivian, Kitchener, Gordon, wife Gerry, Cambridge, Dale, wife Peggy, Kitchener, Richard, wife Kim, Kitchener, Ivy Rice, husband Cluny Green, Newfoundland, Pansy Hart, husband Alex, Kitchener, Peggy Charest, husband Andy, Diane Moser, husband Dan, Kitchener, Roxanne Rebelo, Kitchener and Loretta Burt, Kitchener. Fondly remembered by one sister, Ivy Borden, Newfoundland. Sadly missed by 26 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by one daughter Helen; and his parents: Wellesley and Maude Burt. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Schreiter-Sandrock Funeral Home & Chapel, 51 Benton at Church St., Kitchener, 742-4481, today (Wednesday) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Transfer will be made on Thursday, April 20, 2000 at 11 a.m. to the International Gospel Centre, 35 Charles St. E., Kitchener for a funeral service at 1 p.m., Rev. Mark Emmerson officiating. Interment Memory Gardens, Breslau. Donations to the International Gospel Centre Mission Fund, 35 Charles St. E., Kitchener, N2G 2P3, would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy by the family.
April 19, 2000

CAMERON, (nee Fearn) Eleanor McLean - of Victoria, B.C., passed away the morning of June 12, 2000 at home after a battle with cancer. Born on May 28, 1921 in St. John`s, NF, and moved to Victoria in 1945. Eleanor will be sadly missed by her sister, Madaline Fisher and her many nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, D`Alton Cameron in 1974, her father, Percy Fearn (1985), brothers Frank (1986) and Basil (1992), her mother, Alice (Tulk) Fearn (1989) , and her twin sister Dorothy Burton (1989). At her request there will be no service. If desired, donations in Eleanor`s memory may be made to the Cancer Clinic at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
June 24, 2000

CANTWELL, - CAMARDO, Mary Philomenia (Kavanagh)- Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, April 25, 2000 at South Pasadena, Florida, Mary Philomenia Kavanagh formerly of Bell Island & St. John`s. Predeceased by Clifford Cantwell 1995. Leaving to mourn her husband Angelo Joseph Camardo, South Pasadena, Florida, her son Wayne (Patricia) Cantwell, St. John`s, daughters: Sharon (Carlson) Driscoll, St. John`s & Carla (Garry) Thoms, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia. Seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also sisters: Madelaine Parsons, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Elizabeth Fitzgerald & Kathleen Hawco both of Ontario and a large number of family and friends. A Catholic service followed by cremation will take place from Anderson-McQueen Funeral Home, St. Petersburg, Florida. A Memorial Service will be arranged in St. John`s by the family & details will be announced at a later date. In her memory contributions may be made to the Alzheimer`s Society or a charity of one`s choice.
April 27, 2000

CANTWELL, - CAMARDO, Mary Philomenia (Kavanagh) - In loving memory of Mary Philomena (Kavanagh) Cantwell-Camardo who passed away April 25, 2000 at South Pasadena, Florida. Dearly missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2000 at 7:30 p.m. from St. Pius X.
July 29, 2000

CAREY, Geraldine - Age 68 (former resident of Witless Bay) passed away in Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Saturday, December 16, 2000. Leaving to mourn her daughter Cathy Ann Woodman and family in Alberta, one brother John Carey, Witless Bay and a large circle of relatives.
December 19, 2000

CAREW, Peter - Passed peacefully away on November 4, 2000, Peter Carew, 83 years at Espanola, Ontario, formerly of Admiral`s Cove, Cape Broyle. Predeceased by mother and father Patrick and Mary Ellen Carew. Left to mourn wife Josephine; son Gerry and family; daughter Justina and family; brother William; sisters: Anne Jackman and Elizabeth Aspell.November 11, 2000

CARRUTHERS, Mary - Lynn (nee Folliott)- Employee of Statistics Canada. Peacefully, surrounded by her family on April 17, 2000 at the age of 55 years. Mary-Lynn, loving mother of Chandra (Paul Tyson) and Stacey. Survived by her mother Vera Folliott. Special friend and companion of Gerry Armstrong. Cherished grandmother of Kayla Tyson. Predeceased by father William Charles Folliott and brother Charlie. Friends may call at the Westboro Chapel of Tubman Funeral Homes, Ottawa, on Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Matthias Anglican Church, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Cremation. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to the Hospice at May Court, 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1S 0X1. Special thanks to all of the wonderful people who cared for Lynn and her family throughout her battle with cancer.
April 18, 2000

CHARTRAND, Gertrude Frances - After a lengthy illness on Sunday, September 17, 2000 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Gertrude (Purcell) Chartrand, beloved mother of Brent, Gerry, Ann, Susan, Caroline, Janis, Derrick, David and Randy. Dear sister of Marge Clarke of Montreal and Ann Purcell and the late Edward Purcell, both of St. John`s. Lovingly remembered by her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Visitation at the Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville, Ontario from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at St. Michaels Church, 181 Sewell Drive, Oakville. Interment Trafalgar Lawn Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Princess Margaret Hospital, 610 University Avenue, P.O. Box 20350, STN. BRM B, Toronto, ON M7Y 3R1.
September 18, 2000

CHAYTOR, Owen - Passed peacefully away May 19, 2000 at Central Suffolk Hospital, Riverhead, NY, Owen Chaytor in is 101st year. Predeceased by wife Mildred (1970); mother and father, Eliza and Job Chaytor; brothers: Cyril, William, Raymond, Roland; sister Pleasant Sampson, formerly of Flat Island, Bonavista Bay. Leaving to remember his long and happy life, sister Malvina (Eli) Hiscock at Glenbrook Lodge, St. John`s; along with nieces and nephews in Newfoundland. Active for many years in church life at the Bible Protestant Church in Mastic, Long Island, NY. Owen will be missed by his church family who were with him when he recently celebrated his 100th birthday. A special thank you is extended to his good neighbour, Jen Colon, who lovingly supported him during the days after his fall. Funeral services were held on May 21st at Bible Protestant Church.
June 09, 2000

CLARKE, Allan E. - (Formerly of Dunfield, Trinity Bay). Passed peacefully away at the

Health Sciences Complex on August 26, 2000. Allan Clarke, aged 64 years. Predeceased by his parents and sister Jackie. Leaving to mourn his loving wife and special friend Lillian (Stokes); daughters: Cindy Carew (Gary), Beverley Somerton (Allan); sons: Allan Wayne (Beeze), David; grandchildren: Melissa, Terry, Bradley, Matthew and Dylan; sisters: Maude, Louie, Pheobe, Ruby, Gloria and their families. Arrangements to be announced. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave.
August 27, 2000

CLARKE, Hon. George William Clarke - Passed peacefully away at his home in St. John`s on Monday, October 9, 2000, The Honourable George W. Clarke Q.C., in his 90th year. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Amelia Clarke of Carbonear and his younger brother Max. Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 62 years, Frances A. Clarke C.M. (nee Penney); sons: Lionel (Beverley) and Donald (Hazel); sister Etta Carlson; beloved grandchildren: Lori, Thomas and Sean; cherished great-grandchild Cyrus; nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 12 noon, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and Thursday from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Funeral Service to take place on Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 2 p.m. from Gower Street United Church with interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to the C.N.I.B.
October 10, 2000

CLEARY, Jerome "Boney" - Passed away July 2, 2000 at the age of 65. Born in St. John`s, he resided in Federal Way, Washington for the past 39 years. He will be dearly missed by his wife June (Carberry); sons: Brian, Stephen and Chris; eight grandchildren; brothers: Bill (Mary), Pat (Nora), Mike (Arlie); sisters: Philomena Mitchell (William), Frances Duffy (Leo), Gertrude Hutchings (Robert), Florence Davis (Greg), Barbara D`Aoust and Janet Cleary; a dear aunt, Anne McGrath; nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. A celebration of his life was held at Twin Lakes Country Club in Washington on Friday, July 7. In lieu of flowers, any donations will be dedicated to a Memorial in Jerome`s name.
July 08, 2000

CLOUSTON, Maud (Neal) - Formerly of St. John`s, Mrs. Clouston died peacefully in Montreal, Quebec on June 14, 2000, in her 105th year. Beloved wife of the late A. Roy Clouston, also from St. John`s and loving mother of Ross (Brenda Kerson) of Osprey, Florida, George (Isabel Gow Clarke) of Shawville, Quebec and Joan (Bert) Hollingsworth of Vaudreuil, Quebec. She also leaves to mourn her eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no visitation. A private family service will be held. Burial of ashes will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Lakeshore Cardinal Funeral Home, Dorval, Quebec.
June 17, 2000

CLOUTER, Ethel May (nee Mulley) - Passed away at Agnes Pratt Nursing Home in St. John`s on Sunday, July 2, 2000, Ethel May Clouter of Elliston, in her 97th year. Predeceased by her husband Lewis Albert in 1973; and last surviving sibling John Wallace (Jack) Mulley of Victoria, British Columbia, in 1996. Left with fond and loving memories are daughter Margaret Grace, St. John`s; sons: Albert Horatio (Dianna), Toronto and Maynard John (Eleanor), St. John`s; grandchildren: Jayne McLean (Stuart), London, Ontario, Nancy Hiscock and Jennifer Clouter, St. John`s, Jonathan Clouter, Ottawa and Matthew Clouter, Calgary; great-granddaughter Jessica Hiscock, St. John`s; and a devoted circle of relatives and friends. _Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave. Visitation and Funeral Service to be held on Wednesday, July 5, 2000 from Barrett`s Chapel. Times to be announced at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to the Elliston United Church. "I heard the voice of Jesus say Come unto me and rest."
July 03, 2000

COADY, Gerald Francis Michael - Suddenly, in the early morning light, on Friday, May 5, 2000. Gerald passed through, surrounded by Irma, his bride of 44 years; his sons: Timothy, Christopher and Michael, and their wives: Arlana (Sheardown), Jan (Hewitt) and Brenda (Charest). Grandpa to Cheston, Hayden, Devon and Elizabeth. Gerald was a beloved husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Dad`s life was dedicated to providing harmony in the lives of everyone he knew. He loved to laugh and unfortunately never shied away from telling any of the thousand bad jokes he knew, whenever he felt it was necessary, which was often. He enjoyed his home and garden, and loved when we were all together as family. His proudest moments were in the marriages, births and graduation of his children and grandchildren. Born May 8, 1934 in St. John`s, Newfoundland to Thomas and Anne Coady (Lambert), part of a family that included 5 brothers and 8 sisters. Gerald embodied all the hospitality, dignity and humility that Newfoundlanders are famous for. He was a proud Newfoundlander and returned often to visit friends and family. In 1956 Gerald married Irma (Sandmann) in Vancouver before settling in Burnaby to raise his family. He worked for the Burnaby School Board for many years before retiring in 1998. He taught us well. He loved us a lot. We miss him deeply. Funeral Mass to be celebrated Thursday, May 11th at 11 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales, Father Gary Franken Celebrant, 6610 Balmoral, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice.
May 08, 2000

COFFEY, James Joseph - At York County Hospital, Newmarket, Ontario, on Saturday, January 8, 2000, in his 87th year. James Coffey of Sharon, Ontario. Beloved husband of the late Gertrude (nee Crawford); and dear father of Brian and his wife Shelley of Lethbridge, Alberta, James Jr. and his wife Mary of Chesley, John and his wife Marjorie of Sharon, Thomas of Guelph, Mary Anne and her husband Bruce Herridge of Newmarket and father-in-law of Marian Coffey of Newmarket. He will be lovingly remembered by his seventeen grandchildren; dear brother of Mary Cahill and Annie Penney, both of St. John`s, Nfld. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, Newmarket, Ontario on Wednesday at 11 a.m. followed by cremation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home, 157 Main Street South, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 3Y9, (905)895-6631.
January 11, 2000

COFIELD, Hubert F. - Passed suddenly away Saturday, May 13, 2000 at his home in Cold Lake, Alberta, Hubert F. Cofield, age 62, formerly of St. John`s. Predeceased by parents Frank and Nellie. Leaving to mourn wife Betty; 1 daughter Kim (Dave) Hallick; grandchildren: Tyler and Krysten; 2 brothers: Reg (Jean), Calgary, Alberta, Bill (Minnie), St. John`s; 1 sister Shirley (Gerry) Sorensen, Halifax; also a number of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral on Thursday, May 18 in Cold Lake, Alberta.
May 23, 2000

COLE, Mary A. - Passed peacefully away at Sarnia General Hospital on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2000. Mary A. Cole (nee Murphy), formerly of Colliers, in her 93rd year. Predeceased by husband William; sons: John and Ron; and daughter Elizabeth. Left to mourn son William, Sarnia, Ontario; daughter-in-law Mary Cole, St. John`s; special friends: Christine and Cyril Tobin and family, St. John`s, and Marian; as well as many other relatives and friends both in St. John`s and in Colliers. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Rd. Visitation Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Funeral Mass on Monday, May 8th, 2000 at 9:30 a.m. from the Basilica. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted.
May 05, 2000

COLEMAN, Constance (Connie) - Suddenly at her home in Ontario, on Thursday, November 2, 2000 in her 35th year. Connie leaves to mourn her children, Theya, Kyle and Alysa; her parents Doris and Gerard Coleman; her brothers Joseph and his wife Terry, their children Tyler and Travis, Gerard Jr. and his wife Leann and daughter Lindsey, and Edward. Connie will always be remembered by all her family and friends. Friends may call at Giffen-Mack Danforth Chapel, 2570 Danforth Avenue in Toronto. Saturday 7-9 p.m., Sunday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service in the chapel Monday 10 a.m. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery, Toronto, Ontario.
November 06, 2000

COLLINGWOOD, Joyce Mary - Passed peacefully away on January 25, 2000, in Leicester, England, after a brief illness. Predeceased by her husband Dr. William Collingwood. Leaving to mourn son John; daughter Anne Smith (Philip) and son James; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral to take place in England at a later date.
January 26, 2000

COLLINS, James Patrick - 78, Mulgrave, Guysborough Co., died Saturday, September 9, 2000, in St. Martha`s Regional Hospital, Antigonish. Born in st. Ann`s, Nfld., he was a son of the late James and Bridget (Miller) Collins. He was a member of St. Lawrence Parish, Mulgrave. He was a retired fisherman employed by National Sea Products, Canso, retiring as a mate on the Canso Trawlers. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and his two little dogs. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Surviving are daughters: Doreen (Pat) Fougere, Canso, Mary, Enfield; sons: James (Linda), Mulgrave, Donald (Robin), Edmonton, Alta.; sister, Frances (John) Pomeroy, Pleasant Hill; brothers: Gerald (Joan) Mulgrave, Raymond (Evelyn), Ontario, Felix (Janet), Don and Vince, all of St. John`s, Nfld., Leonard and Brandon (Mary), all of Placentia, Nfld.; grandchildren: Tanya, Lisa, Jennifer, Savanna, Brandon and Amanda. He was predeceased by his wife, the former Kathleen Ryan; son Gerald in fancy; grandsons, Glenn Allen in infancy; sister Helen; two sisters in infancy. Funeral Mass was held at St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church at Mulgrave with the Rev. Hugh MacNeil officiating, and he was carried to rest by his former shipmates and fishing buddies on September 13.
September 30, 2000

COLLINS, Joseph - Passed peacefully away on December 25, 1999 at Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Oakville, Ont. Joseph (Joe) Collins in his 59th year after a courageous battle with cancer. Formerly of Freshwater, Placentia Bay. Predeceased by his parents John (1994) and Mary (1998). Leaving to mourn his devoted wife and best friend Beth and his two loving daughters Sarah and Laura. Also, his brother John (Jennie) Follett at Placentia, his sisters Marg (Richard) Power at North Harbour, Marie at Scarborough, Ont. and Josephine (Sebastian) Walsh at North Harbour. His mother in law Frankie Higginson and the members of her family. Funeral services were held at St. Michael`s Church, Oakville on December 30, 1999. Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
January 08, 2000

COLLINS, Wallace Edmund, B. Sc. B. Eng. - of Hare Bay, age 36 years. Passed suddenly away on November 30, 2000 at his home in Waterloo, Ontario where he was residing at the time. His father Clayton predeceased him in 1979. Left to mourn are his wife Mary; son Chesley; daughter Terri; mother Betty; brother Jed (Corinne); three sisters: Coreen (Ford), Maureen (Mike), Debbie (Glen); four nephews: Clayton, Brendan, Mitchell, Cody; four nieces: Beth, Megan, Katie & Brianna; also father-in-law Dominic Kelly; mother-in-law Alice Kelly; and brother-in-law David Kelly. You will never truly part from us because love lives on and on and your memory will always be cherished in our hearts.
December 30, 2000

CONNORS, Kevin Joseph - Passed away April 27th, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with cancer at St. John Regional Hospital, St. John, New Brunswick, Kevin Joseph Connors, formerly of Merasheen Island, Placentia Bay and St. John`s, Newfoundland. Pre-deceased by his parents Francis Connors and Josephine Hann, brother Anslem (wife Elizabeth) and sister Carmella. Leaving to mourn his three children: Rosalind, Sean and Kevin; sister Marion (Hutchings), Toronto; brothers: Raymond (Margaret), Mt. Pearl, Edmund (Ida), Mt. Pearl. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society or a charity of one`s choice. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
April 29, 2000

CONROY, Mary Joseph (nee Collins) - At St. Mary`s Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, on September 25th, 2000. Wife of the late Edward Conroy. Dear mother of Sheila, Ancaster, Ontario, Edward O`Neill, Ottawa, Paul Frances, Charles, Edmonton, Alberta, Timothy, Richmond, Hill, Ontario and John Louis. Mother-in-law of Robert Neal, Susan Jackson, Dianna Cere, Linda Walker, Louise Newton and Denise Leroux. Grandmother to 15 and great-grandmother to 1. Visitation at the Kane & Fetterly Funeral Home, 5301 Decarie Blvd., (corner Isabelle) on Wednesday from 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Richard`s Church, 7070 Guelph, Cote St-Luc, on Thursday, September 28th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer Society of Montreal Inc., 5165 Sherbrooke Street West, Suite 410, Montreal, H4A 1T6.
September 27, 2000

COOPER, Clariss (nee Winsor) - Passed peacefully away at her home in St. John`s, after a short illness, on May 1st, 2000, Clariss Cooper, age 90 years, formerly of Wesleyville, Bonavista Bay. Predeceased by her husband William in 1956. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, her two daughters: Florence Brocklehurst (Kevin), with whom she resided, Marilyn Long (Paul); four loving grandchildren: Kim Roberts (Darrell), Susan Brocklehurst (friend Jerry Woolridge), Jillian Brocklehurst and Blair Long; also two great-grandchildren: Kayla and Joshua Roberts; and a circle of special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, as well as special friend Winnie Roberts. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue from 2-10 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service to be held on Thursday, May 4th, 2000 at 11 a.m. from Barrett`s Chapel with interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one`s choice.
May 02, 2000

CORCORAN, Calvin - aged 12 years. Died tragically in Calgary on Monday, January 31, 2000. Leaving to mourn his parents, Calvin and Zina; brothers: Justin and Jason; grandparents Alphonuse and Monica Corcoran, Riverhead, S.M.B., James and Violet Perry, Portugal Cove South; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends in Newfoundland and Calgary. Burial took place Friday, February 4 at Calgary.
February 05, 2000

CORCORAN, Loretta Mary (nee Burke) - Passed peacefully away at St. Patrick`s Mercy Home on April 1, 2000, Loretta Mary Corcoran (nee Burke) at the wonderful age of 96 years, formerly of St. Mary`s, St. Mary`s Bay. Predeceased by her husband Simon Joseph and three sons, Allan, Kenneth and Lawrence. Left to celebrate her long life and to mourn her passing, her daughter: Helen Hanlon (Patrick) and their children: Glenda Gibbons (Derek), Cynthia, Clare, William, Patrick; her daughter: Beatrice Casey (Ronald) and their children Ronda Myler (Mark), Eilish, Deirdre; her daughter Loretta Edmunds (Albert) and their children: Dr. Danika Edmunds Wood (Dr. Robert), Deantha, David; her son: Simon "Joseph" Corcoran (Martha) and their children: Colette and Michelle; brother-in-law: Maurice Corcoran (Gladys), Riverhead, St. Mary`s Bay; also eight great-grandchildren, many relatives and a wide circle of friends. Mother, you will be sadly missed and will remain forever in our hearts. Special thank you to the nurses and staff of St. Patrick`s Mercy Home for the wonderful care they gave our dearly departed mother. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on April 2 and 3, 2000 between the hours of 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-10:00 p.m. Funeral Mass at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist, Military Road on Tuesday on April 4, 2000 at 9:30 a.m. Interment at Holy Sepulchre, Topsail Road.
April 02, 2000

COSTELLO, Fred - Passed suddenly away at Royal Alex Hospital, Edmonton, AB on November 1, 2000, age 39. Predeceased by his father Clarence, 1973; his daughter Stephanie and son Michael. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories are his fiancee Tracy Meaney; two sons: Justin and Clarence; daughter Brooke; mother Patricia (nee Buckle), Conception Harbour; three sisters: Jen, Alberta, Jackie, St. John`s and Rosanne, Gander and their families; two brothers: Mike and Paul, Alberta, and their families; also a large number of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held from Sacred Heart Church, Edmonton, AB. Memorial Mass will be held in Conception Harbour at a time to be announced.
November 06, 2000

COURTNEY, Annie (Pink) - Passed peacefully away at St. Clares Mercy Hospital on July 3rd, age 77 years. Born in Cape La Hune. She was the daughter of the late George and Olive Lavinia Pink (Dollimount). Leaving to mourn daughter Eileen Kendall, Halifax, NS; four sons: Eric (Irene), Dominion, NS, Mark (Frances), English Harbour West, Clayton (Pearl), Kelligews, Edgar (Barbara), Gander; 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Washburn (Maude) Pink, Burgeo, Edgar (Florence) Pink, Gander; and a large number of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John Courtney; granddaughter Sonya; two brothers: Samuel and Albert; three sisters: Victoria, Winnifred and Elizabeth. Resting at the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews. Funeral Service at All Saints Church, Foxtrap, Wednesday, July 5th at 2 p.m. Interment at All Saints Cemetery, Dunne`s Hill, Foxtrap.
July 04, 2000

CRANSHAW Dick, - Passed away on March 8, 2000, in Toronto, Ontario, Dick Cranshaw, age 71, formerly of Flower Hill, St. John`s. Predeceased by his wife Lois, parents Bessie and Dick Cranshaw, brother Jack, sisters: Carmel Barela and Frances and aunt Molly Dunphy. He leaves to mourn his children, Cindy and Gary, and their families in Ontario; and his nieces and nephews of the Barela and Cranshaw families in St. John`s. Rest in Peace Dick.
March 27, 2000

CRAWFORD, Andrew Anderson - Died at peace in St. John`s on July 18, in his 90th year. Andrew was born in Greenock, Scotland and worked there as a marine surveyor with Lloyd`s Registry of Shipping, as well as in Australia and Montreal, and in St. John`s, where he spent the last thirty years. He will be long remembered by his three children: Jean (Twiner), Markham, Douglas, Vancouver and Anne (Major), St. John`s, their spouses: Donald, Els and Kevin and grandchildren: Jennifer, Alison, Sandra, Ewen, Rianne, Luke and Duncan. Special appreciation is extended to all his care-givers during his illness, especially the staff of six-east at St. Clare`s Hospital and the transitional unit at Escasoni. A private funeral has taken place. On his final day, Andrew`s smile was never more loving.
July 20, 2000

CROCKER, Eric J. - Passed suddenly away at his residence in Edmonton, Alberta, on Saturday, April 8, 2000, Eric Crocker, formerly of St. John`s, age 67 years. Left with precious memories are his three sons: Joseph, Stephen and Kenneth (Daniela); two daughters: Jennifer (Glen), Jane (Dave); loving sisters Nel O`Brien and Shirley (Martin); beloved grandchildren, Wendy, Gerard, David & Ashley, plus a large circle of relatives and friends and special friend Marge Labrenz. Funeral service held in Edmonton.
April 17, 2000

CROWLEY, James A. - Of Somerville February 8, 2000. Born in Chapels Cove, Newfoundland. Moved to the US in 1929. Beloved Husband of Mary "Bea" (Whalen) Crowley. Father of John Crowley and his wife Barbara of Bourne, Barbara and her husband Richard Breen of Malden, James Crowley of Medford, Joan and her husband Allan Peeke of Acton, Leo Crowley and his wife Isabel of Winchester, Dennis Crowley of Bradford, Edward and his wife Andrea Crowley of Medford. Also survived by eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral from The George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powderhouse Sq.) Somerville, Friday morning at 10 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Clement Church, Somerville at 11 o`clock. Relatives and friends invited. Calling hours Thursday 2-4 & 7-9. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden. Co-Founder of the Boston Fishermans Union.
February 10, 2000

CRYDERMAN, Jordin Jewel - It is with the greatest of sorrow that we announce the passing away of our very precious, beautiful daughter, Jordin Jewel Cryderman, resident of Thunder Bay, Ontario. Jordy died unexpectedly in her home on March 10, 1999, at the age of 4 years. Jordin fought a long battle with her heart problems since the age of 5 months. She was always courageous for all the tests and procedures and she was never without a smile or conversation. We loved Jordy so so much and enjoyed every minute of every day spent with her. She brought us so much love and so much love to all those who knew her. She will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. In our hearts, souls and minds she will always be with us. Survived by her Mom and Dad Cindy and Alex; her brother Jacob; grandparents: Charlie and Bonnie Sheppard; aunt Peggy Sheppard and uncle Ben Rauman, uncle Scott and aunt Rhonda Sheppard from Newfoundland (here) and many close friends and relatives in Newfoundland, too numerous to mention; her grandmother Vince Cryderman; aunt Karen Sereduik and uncle Peter, aunt Susan Lang and uncle Wayne, uncle Don and aunt Val Cryderman (Godparents) Mount Royal, aunt JoAnn Webb and uncle Bill and cousins: Terry, Trevor, Troy, Curtis, Jennifer (Chris), Kyle, Craig, Erin, all of Thunder Bay, Cindy (Rich) and Don (Lana) from Southern Ontario (here); and Jordy`s special friends: Brittany, Mitchell, James, Tanner, Aylee, Julia, Megan and Alana. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 13 when friends and family will gather for Mass of the Resurrection at 11:00 a.m. in St. Agnes` Church celebrated by Rev. Francis Pudicherry. Services will be complete in the church with a reception following at the West Thunder Community Center. Prayers will be offered on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. in St. Agnes` Church. Removal will be made from the Blake Funeral Chapel prior to prayer time. Memorials made to the Ronald McDonald House, 1510 Main Street, West, Hamilton L8S 1E3, would be appreciated. A tree will be planted in memory of Jordin Cryderman in the Blake Funeral Chapel Memorial Grove. Annual dedication service Sunday, June 25, 2000.
March 13, 1999

CULLEN, Nellie - Passed peacefully away at St. Clare`s Mercy Hospital on Friday, February 4, 2000, at the age of 97, a beloved and beautiful lady. Miss Nellie Cullen, born in Youghal, County Cork, Ireland. Leaving to mourn her niece Nellie Walsh, with whom she resided; three nieces; two nephews; a number of great-nieces and nephews; special friends: Fred Richards and Rita and Ron Summers and Susan Vitch. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation Friday 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Funeral Mass on Monday, February 7, 2000 at 9:30 a.m. from St. Teresa`s Church. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
February 05, 2000

CURNEW, Edith (nee Quinlan) - Suddenly at the Montreal General Hospital on Sunday, December 24, 2000 in her 66th year. Beloved wife of Allan Curnew of St. Lambert. Cherished mother of Sandra Leigh (Christopher Baker) of Toronto and Alanna Corinne (Christopher Culyer) of Carp. Grandmother of Bruce, Tara, Alexander, Andrew, John, Crista and Devon. Dear daughter of Ella May and the late John Quinlan of Nepean. Sister of Jack and Frank. Friends may call at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home, Ottawa on Friday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. Private cremation. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
December 28, 2000

CURTIS, Mrs. Madonna (nee Crocker) - Mrs. Madonna (nee Crocker) Curtis, wife of the late Harry Curtis of Pierrefonds, passed away on Monday, May 1st, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Alexander and Stella (Sullivan) Crocker. Dearly loved mother of Juanita (Kris) Jensen, Riverview, N.B., Ramona (Greg) Briffett, Pointe-Fortune, Qué., Greg Curtis, Pierrefonds, Qué., and Kenneth Curtis, Point-Claire, Qué.; grandmother of Curtis, Samantha, Janna, Bernadette, Jessica, Jennifer and J.R.; and also survived by her sisters: Helen (Edward) Daley, Hamilton, Ont., Sandra (George) Baldwin, Goulds, Nfld. Besides her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by 1 brother Ches Crocker. The remains of the late Mrs. Curtis will be resting at Rideau Funeral Home, 4275 Boul. des Sources, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Québec on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Luke`s R.C. Church on Thursday, May 4, 2000 at 11 a.m., 106-A Anselme-Lavigne, D.D.O. Burial to follow at Rideau Memorial Gardens. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Rideau Funeral Home, Telephone: (514)685-3344 or 1-800-657-5678.
May 03, 2000