QUIGLEY, Lynda Marie (O`Keefe) - Passed peacefully away at the beautiful St. Mary`s of the Lake Palliative Care Unit, Kingston, Ontario, Lynda Marie (O`Keefe) Quigley, aged 53 years. Predeceased by her father Bernard O`Keefe, 1973; brother Barry O`Keefe, 1978; daughter-in-law Heather Wells, 1998. Leaving to mourn her beloved husband Edward; sons: Teddy (Michelle) and Shawn; her precious grandchildren: Alycia and Keitha and Alycia`s mother Kathleen. Always lovingly remembered by her mother Rita O`Keefe; brother Don O`Keefe (Margaret Smith); sister Cathy Jackman (Bob); nieces: Adele and April O`Keefe; nephews: Barry O`Keefe, Douglas and Graham Jackman and grand-niece Alyssa O`Keefe; mother-in-law Gertrude Carmony; also many treasured relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held Thursday, November 12, 1998, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick`s Church. Those who wish, may make a donation to the St. Patrick`s Steeple Fund in Lynda`s memory. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on her gentle soul.
November 07, 1998

REID, Lillian (nee Warren) - Our dearest wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre on Tuesday, June 23, 1998, aged 79 years, originally from Chapel Arm, Trinity Bay. Predeceased by her parents: Martha and Charles Warren; brothers: Harry, Ernest and Raymond Warren. Leaving to mourn with forever lasting memories, a loving husband, Aubrey Robert Reid; five daughters: Joyce (Lewis), Vivian (Harvey), Dorothy (Robert), Elizabeth (Earle) and Jacqueline (Leon); six sons: Harvey (Betty), Winston (Maude), Terry (Ida), Alton (Marie), Robert (Carol) and Charles (Lisa); 26 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren whom she cherished so much. Also leaving to mourn sisters: Agnes Smith (Arthur), Dorothy Rowe (Maxwell) and Nina Andrews (Reginald); brothers: Norman (Barbara), Wilson (Margaret) and Charles (Marjorie); sisters-in-law: Mary Warren (nee Reid) and Marion Warren (nee Greening); other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 10 a.m. -12 noon, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service from St. Mary the Virgin Church on Friday, June 26, 1998 at 2:00 p.m. with interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to The Children`s Wish Foundation. ³Think of her as living, in the hearts of those she touched, for no one loved is ever lost; And she was loved so much.² God keep you in his care until we meet again.
June 25, 1998

REYNOLDS, Julie - (Resident of Mulley`s Cove, Newfoundland). Educator and Missionary to Jamaica, Taiwan and Slovakia. On Sunday, May 24, 1998 at the Toronto Hospital, Julie, beloved wife of Dr. J. Berkley. Loving mother of Anne and her husband Gord Bell. Nana will be lovingly remembered by Abigail Grace. Resting at the Church of St. Luke`s Lutheran (North York) from 12 noon Tuesday until the time of the service at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Church of St. Luke`s Lutheran for Evanjelicke Gymnazium of Tisovec, Slovakia would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Paul O`Connor Funeral Home (416-751-7890).
May 26, 1998

ROCKEL, Barbara Isabel - Passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 1998 at Raumati Beach, North Wellington, New Zealand, Barbara Rockel, in her 76th year. Left with loving memories are her three daughters: Astrid, Virginia, Barbara Ann and son Franz. She was a very gracious lady and leaves with fond memories a number of special friends through correspondence at the Newfoundland Historical Society and the Provincial Archives of Newfoundland & Labrador. Her paternal family tree roots go back to the Nicholas, Luther and Pike families of Harbour Grace and Carbonear. Her father, Charles Stephen Nicholas, departed Harbour Grace for New Zealand around the year 1900. He was born in Harbour Grace in 1874 and died in 1924 near Plymouth, N.Z. Inserted by her friend Art van Kesteren.
June 20, 1998

ROSE, Nattie - Passed peacefully away at Gray Bruce Regional Health Centre, Owen Sound, ON on Saturday, June 6, 1998, Nattie Rose of St. John`s, formerly of Victoria and Buchans, age 77 years. Predeceased by husband Herbert, December 11, 1996. Leaving to mourn three daughters: June (Wesley) Coish, Sparwood, BC, Sheila Rose (William Van Maanen), Wiarton, ON and Arlene (Gerry) Ricketts, Grand Cache, AB; one son Bert (Judy), St. John`s; 11 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 5 brothers-in-law: Hughie (Annie), Labrador City, Thomas and Clarence (Ruby), both of ON, Aubrey (Eileen) and Vincent (Genevieve), both of Victoria; two sisters-in-law: Mildred (Roy) Kelloway, Perry`s Cove and Nattie (Stephen) Nolan, St. Mary`s; and also a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at NOEL`S FUNERAL HOME, WATER STREET, CARBONEAR until 12:00 noon Tuesday, June 9. Funeral to follow at 2:00 p.m. from Bethel Pentecostal Church and Cemetery, Victoria. Donations in her memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Visitation hours at Noel`s Funeral Home are 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. daily.
June 08, 1998

ROWE, Ethel (LeShane) - Passed away in Toronto on June 22, 1998 in her 93rd year. Predeceased by her husband James; daughter Muriel; son Jim. Leaving to mourn, son Bert (Bee), Ontario; daughter-in-law Edna, St. John`s; a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services in Toronto. Interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, St. John`s.
June 24, 1998

RUSSELL, Isaac - Peacefully, at the Ajax and Pickering General Hospital on Monday, June 1, 1998, Isaac Russell in his 72nd year. Beloved husband of the late Irene Myrtle Russell. Loving father of Wade and his wife Lesley, Glen and his wife Charlotte, and Cindy Allen. Dear grandfather to Jennifer, Chad, Jonathan, Mallory and Vanessa. Great-grandfather of Dalton. Brother of Art, Eric, Margaret, Cecil, Ken, Barb and Reg. Lovingly remembered by his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law and their families. The family will receive friends at the McEachnie Funeral Home, 28 Old Kingston Road, Ajax (Pickering Village) 905-428-8488 from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday and from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday. Funeral Service on Friday, June 5, 1998 at 1:00 p.m. at St. George`s Anglican Church (Randall Street, Pickering Village). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Church of the Holy Trinity Building Fund. ÒForever in our HeartsÓ
June 03, 1998

RYAN, John - Peacefully at the Hotel Dieu Hospital, St. Catharines, Ontario on Thursday, August 27, 1998, aged 70 years. Loving husband of Margaret, dear father of Paul and his friend Joanne, and her daughter Virginia, all of St. Catharines. Survived by his brothers: Ronald and his wife Marie, Thornhill, Ontario, Wallace and his wife Margaret and Aidan and his wife Vera, all of St. John`s, Newfoundland. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Ryan was employed with Quebec and Ontario Paper Company, Thorold, Ontario, retiring in 1992. At. John`s request, there will be no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. Donations to the charity of one`s choice would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to THE HULSE AND ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME, 75 Church St., St. Catharines, Ontario, (905)684-6346.
August 29, 1998

SALTER, Madeline Mary - Of Kentville, died September 9, 1998 at the Valley Regional Hospital, Kentville. Born in Holyrood, C. Bay, Nfld., she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Flynn) Byrne. Madeline attended school in Holyrood, Nfld. and graduated with honors. She then attended St. Bride`s College, Littledale, Waterford Bridge Road, St. John`s. Upon graduation from St. Bride`s she was hired as a legal secretary for the Provincial Department of Justice, Criminql Division. She worked as a secretary for the Associate Deputy Ministers of Justice for 30 years of broken service. in 1964 she met her future husband at the Department of Justice and they were married on June 18, 1966. They remained in St. John`s until 1970 and were then transferred to Burin Detachment, two years later to Clarenville and finally in 1979 they returned to St. John`s, Nfld. Madeline was secretary to the Administrator of the New Unified Family Court for two years, located on Kings Bridge Road, St. John`s. One year later she returned to the Department of Justice, Civil Division working as a secretary for the Associate Deputy Minister of Justice. Madeline stated after her retirement, she had worked with the most talented and dedicated lawyers, secretaries, clerks and Heads of other Government Departments one could work with. She felt privileged to work indirectly during the time of Mr. Ed Roberts who was the Minister of Justice for the province of Nfld. and Labrador. She was a member of the Valley Regional Hospital Auxiliary, Fund Raising Committee for two years. She belonged to the Kentville Gyrates, the R.C.M.P. Ladies Auxiliary, Halifax, the Glengarry Golf Course and the Kentville Recreation Club. She enjoyed playing the piano, gardening, traveling in Nova Scotia and the New England States. She will be sadly missed by her husband, two children and friends. Surviving are her husband, Frank M. Salter, formerly of Pictou, NS, retired RCMP, NCO, Kentville, NS; daughter Arlene, St. John`s; and son, David, Halifax; sisters: Theresa Dahle, Patsy Myette, Holyrood, Nfld.; brothers: William Byrne and Peter Byrne, Holyrood, Nfld.; many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Friday, September 11, 1998 at the H.C. Lindsay Memorial Chapel, Kentville. Funeral Service to be held from St. Joseph`s Roman Catholic Church, Kentville. Reverend Father Albeni d`Entremont officiating. Interment in the Elm Grove Cemetery, Kentville. A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Cross Church, Holyrood at 7:30 p.m. Friday, September 18, 1998. A reception will follow at the Shamrock Room, Star of the Sea Building. Family flowers only by request. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Valley Regional Hospital Auxiliary; Fund Raising Committee, the V.O.N., Kings Branch or a charity of choice.
September 10, 1998

SCHWERDTFEGER, Erna - Passed peacefully away on Monday, December 7, 1998, at the Grace General Hospital, Erna Schwerdtfeger, aged 84 years. Predeceased by husband Martin on September 3, 1978. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her son Klaus; daughters: Heidi (Eric) Pearce and BŠrbel (Clark) Anderson; a brother and sister in Germany; four grandchildren: Susan, Karin, Gary and Tony; two great-grandchildren: Evan and Megan; as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. Cremated remains resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation on Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to take place on Friday, December 11, 1998, at 10:30 a.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel with interment to follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one`s choice.
December 09, 1998

SEEBA, Mary (Barron) - Passed peacefully away in Jacksonville, Florida, October 1, 1998, age 70 years. Predeceased by her father Peter, 1982 and her mother Ellen, 1998. Left to mourn her husband Chris; five children and eight grandchildren, all of the U.S.A. Also her five brothers and three sisters: James (Gertrude), Frances Philpott (Nick), Kevin (Donna), Patricia Kavanagh (Bill), all of St. John`s, John (Barbara), Gander, Gus (Evelyn), Ottawa, Bernice Coogan (Tim), Washington, Peter (Mary), Australia. Interment was at Arlington Park Cemetery, Florida.
October 24, 1998

SIMMS, John William Sr. - (formerly of Pass Island). Passed peacefully away on Monday, July 20, 1998 at 4:00 a.m., at St. Clare`s Mercy Hospital, surrounded by his daughters Shirley and Kay, John W. Simms in his 88th year. Predeceased by wife Ethel and daughter Elizabeth. Leaving to mourn four sons: Hubert (Carrie), Fred (Roberta), John (Evelyn), and Allen (Louise); three daughters Shirley Sheaves (Melvin), Kay Simms (Fred), Marie Ingerman (Allister); son-in-law Larry Freake; sister Elizabeth Bradshaw; twenty-five grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 1998 from St. George`s Anglican Church, Boyd`s Cove. Donations may be made to St. George`s Anglican Church, Boyd`s Cove.
July 25, 1998

SIMMONDS, James (Jim) - Former employee of Vulsay Industries, Brampton. Suddenly at Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga, on Friday, September 11, 1998, in his 60th year. Beloved husband of Gertrude, father of Pamela and husband Frank, Jim and wife Karen, all of Brampton. Dearly loved son of Margaret Simmonds. Brother of Patricia and husband Bill, all of St. John`s, Newfoundland, Fred and wife Valerie of Whitby, Ontario. Sons: Danny and Charlie of British Columbia. Son-in-law of Margaret O`Brien of Cape Broyle, Newfoundland. Predeceased by his father Charles Simmonds and sister Helen Pennell. Sadly missed by grandchildren: Krysten, Steven, Nicholas, Jessica and Andrew. Friends will be received at the Scott Funeral Home ÒBrampton ChapelÓ, 289 Main Street North (Hwy. 10), 905-451-1100 on Monday, September 14th, 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service from our Chapel on Tuesday, September 15th, 2 p.m.
September 15, 1998

SMITH, Ada Southcott Garland - 80, 54 Westwood Ave., Wolfville, died August 15, 1998 at home. Born in Carbonear, Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late Hugh Allan and Emma Louise (nee Garland) Cameron. She was educated at Memorial University College, Acadia University and the University of Western Ontario. She instructed botany at the University of Western Ontario and was a research assistant at Harvard University. For many years she taught and was an active participant in the Biology Department, Acadia University. Surviving are her son Peter (and wife Linda Lusby), Wolfville; daughter Dorothy Harrington (and husband William), Mount Uniacke; sisters: Mary (Mrs. Lloyd Hopkins), St. John`s, Dorothy (Mrs. Milford Jackson), North Sydney; brother Marston, St. John`s; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, El Chalmers; and an infant son, Allan. Cremation has occurred. A Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday, August 18 in Manning Memorial Chapel, Acadia University, Rev. Roger Prentice, University Chaplain, and Rev. Dr. M.R. Cherry officiating. Committal to follow in Willowbank Cemetery. A reception will be held at the family home following the service. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Chalmers and Ada Smith Scholarship Fund, Acadia University or the Canadian Cancer Society.
August 17, 1998

SMITH, Louie Hillier - Louie Hillier Smith, born in Trinity Bay, July 1, 1908 and formerly of Windsor, died in Paradise, August 12, 1998. Left with cherished memories, son Gordon and wife Geraldine, Grand Falls; daughters: Shirley and husband Frank Snow, Windsor, Ruby and husband Bill Hynes, Paradise; 22 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren; sisters: Julie Weir, Halifax, Daisy Drover and husband Norman, Ontario; brothers: Stanley Hillier and wife Daisy, Ontario, James Hillier and wife Irene, Windsor. Predeceased by husband Luther, August 5, 1981; daughter Daisy Nicholas, January 1992; son-in-law Harrison Nicholas, April 1992; great-grandson Tony Smith 1993; granddaughter Shirley Howse 1995; brothers: Will and John Hillier; sisters: Mary Bonnell, Ruby Burt and Sadie Elliott. Resting at Windsor Pentecostal Church, Windsor, from 7-9 p.m. Friday, August 14; 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, August 15. Service of Thanksgiving for her life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 16, 1998 at the Windsor Pentecostal Church, King Street, Windsor. To honor her, gifts in her memory may be made to Circle Square Ranch, P.O. Box 1120, Manuels, NF, A0A 2Y0. Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Barrett`s Funeral Home, St. John`s and Central Funeral Home, Grand Falls Windsor.
August 14, 1998

SMITH, William Hunter, C.D. - Passed peacefully away on Wednesday, April 29, 1998 at Nanaimo General Hospital, British Columbia. He was a Veteran of the Second World War, having served in the Canadian Engineers. He was in his 75th year. He was predeceased by his wife Ursula, father and mother and four brothers: Ned, Bob, Jim and Horton. He leaves to mourn his five sisters: Laura Colyer, Hazel Whitten, Margaret Young, Elizabeth Holmesdale, Dorothy Cahela and his sister-in-law Audrey Smith (Bob). Many nieces, nephews, friends and relations. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Nanaimo and Parksville, B.C. He did quite a bit of volunteer work for St. Mark`s and received a 25-year award. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed his garden very much. There will be no funeral as he is to be cremated. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. A memorial service will be held later.
May 05, 1998

SOPER, Elizabeth - Her family regret to announce the death of Elizabeth Soper at Corner Brook on July 2nd. She is survived by her husband, the Honourable P. Lloyd Soper; her daughter Jenifer; her sons: Nicholas (Marie Matheson), Christopher (Linda) and Jonathan (Norah Lee); her grandchildren: Robin Soper, Montreal, Hilary and Katie Soper, Gander, Emma, Sarah and Philip Hann, St. John`s, Lynsey and Graham Soper, Port au Port West; and her sister Mary Cook, St. John`s. The family will receive friends at Fillatre`s Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark`s Avenue, Corner Brook, Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Reverend John Adams will conduct a Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving at First United Church, Corner Brook on Sunday, July 5th at 2:00 p.m. Following cremation, the Service of Committal will be in the Bartlett family section of the United Church Cemetery, Brigus. Memorial tributes may be made to the P. Lloyd and Elizabeth Soper Scholarship Fund, Memorial University of Newfoundland.
July 03, 1998

SPARKES, Annie Elizabeth (nee Taylor) - Passed away peacefully at Vancouver Hospital/ U.B.C. Purdy Pavilion on April 21, 1998, in her 97th year. Born in Hopeall, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland on August 16, 1901. Annie was the last surviving sibling of 10 children born to Josiah and Sarah Naomi Taylor of Greens Harbour, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland. Predeceased by her loving husband Capt. Reg Sparkes, May 22, 1984. Left to mourn her passing are her loving daughter Verna Montgomery; four grandchildren: Sandra (Alec) Mielen, John (Blythe), Bradley (Eva) and Robert (Vivien) Montgomery. Also survived by 7 great-grandchildren: Diana, Geoffrey, Katie, Gavin, Laura, Shelby and Hayley. Annie is also survived by nieces and nephews in Newfoundland and the U.S.A. She was loved and treasured by all who knew her as Mom, Nana and Great-Nana. She loved her family and home and was a remarkable matriarch of our whole family. Before her illness one would often see her with her little cane and shopping cart on West Broadway. Prior to Annie`s marriage to Reg in Vancouver on December 20, 1929, she was one of the few women telegraphers with the Newfoundland Railway. As a child she performed in church musicals, sang solos, did recitations, played the piano, organ and violin. The family wishes to thank the nursing staff on Floor #1, U.B.C. Purdy Extended Care Pavilion for their excellent care. Memorial Service will be held at Trinity United Church, 1805 Larch St., Vancouver, B.C. Friday, May 1st, 1998 at 2 p.m. Reception in church to follow. Family burial service was held April 24, 1998 in the Masonic Cemetery, Burnaby, B.C. Donations may be made to the Extended Care, Purdy Pavilion c/o V.G.H./ U.B.C. Hospital Foundation.
May 05, 1998

SPARKES, Leslie Charles (Les) - Passed peacefully away at his residence in Kelligrews in the presence of his loving family and friends on Saturday, June 20,1998, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, age 57 years. Predeceased by his father Charles (1985) and son Leslie Jr. (1991). Leaving to mourn his loving wife Frances (nee Dunne); three sons: Paul in Vancouver, Troy in St. John`s and Danny in Alberta; three daughters: Jennifer in Vancouver, Michelle (Gary) in Ontario, Jackie (Mike) and granddaughter Molly in Ontario; his mother Mrs. Mildred Sparkes, St. John`s; dear sister Audrey Galloway (Jim), St. Catherines, Ontario; their son John his special nephew and great niece Cassandra; mother-in-law Mrs. Susan Dunne, St. John`s; special sister-in-law Terry Richardson (Bill) and family, St. Thomas`s Line; brother-in-law Ralph Dunne (Dot) and family, Mt. Pearl; special uncle Fred Moore, St. John`s. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 1081 Topsail Road, Mt. Pearl, Sunday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., Monday 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gower St. United Church. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Clinic.
June 21, 1998

SPEDDING, Sylvia Madeline (nee Oake) - Peacefully, at her home in Toronto, on Monday, July 13, 1998, beloved wife of the late William Spedding. Predeceased by her parents, Llewellyn and Elizabeth (Bird) Oake, formerly of Change Islands, Newfoundland. Niece to Grace Scammell and Maxwell Scammell of Newfoundland. Sylvia is survived by several cousins. Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. West, at Windermere near the Jane Subway, from 2 o`clock on Thursday, July 16, 1998 for a Funeral Service in the chapel at 3 o`clock. Cremation. If desired, donations may be made to the Dorothy Ley Hospice.
July 14, 1998

SPARKES, Leslie Charles (Les) - Passed peacefully away at his residence in Kelligrews, in the presence of his loving family and friends, on Saturday, June 20,1998, after a short but courageous battle with cancer, age 57 years. Predeceased by his father Charles (1985) and son Leslie Jr. (1991). Leaving to mourn his loving wife Frances (nee Dunne); three sons: Paul in Vancouver, Troy in St. John`s and Danny in Alberta; three daughters: Jennifer in Vancouver, Michelle (Gary) in Ontario, Jackie (Mike) and granddaughter Molly in Ontario; his mother Mrs. Mildred Sparkes, St. John`s; dear sister Audrey Galloway (Jim), St. Catherines, Ontario; their son John his special nephew and great niece Cassandra; mother-in-law Mrs. Susan Dunne, St. John`s; special sister-in-law Terry Richardson (Bill) and family, St. Thomas`s Line; brother-in-law Ralph Dunne (Dot) and family, Mt. Pearl; special uncle Fred Moore, St. John`s. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 1081 Topsail Road, Mt. Pearl, Sunday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., Monday 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Funeral service 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gower St. United Church. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Clinic.
June 22, 1998

STAMP, Mary Violet - Passed peacefully away at her residence in Jamaica, New York on Sunday, September 20, 1998. Predeceased by her son James Stamp, her parents Alphonsus Stamp and Bridget Molloy (nee Gibbons), sister-in-law Margaret Molloy. Leaves to mourn three granddaughters: Linda Goodick, Shelbourne, N.S., Susan Entwistle, Stittsville, Ontario and Cindy Hendrix, Windston-Salem, NC; also her step-brother Lawrence Molloy, St. Shott`s, NF and his family; Bridget Morgan, Lucella Kennedy, Violet Molloy, Shirley Molloy, St. John`s, NF, Marion Corcoran, Riverhead, S.M.B., NF, Loyola, Barry and Rose Molloy, Toronto, Ont., Denise Molloy, Dartmouth, N.S. and Lawrence Molloy Jr., St. Shott`s, NF. Many other relatives and friends will treasure fond memories and mourn her passing, among them two very special friends Lewis Kastor and Evelyn Perpignand of New York City. A memorial service will be held in NY and funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church, St. Shott`s with interment to follow at the R.C. Cemetery, St. Shott`s, NF. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Don Gibbons Ltd. Funeral Service.
September 26, 1998

STEVENS, Anne Marie (nee Hartley) - 44, of Frostburg, MD. Died Sunday, May 10, 1998 at Sacred Heart Hospital. Born April 19, 1954 in Placentia, NF. Daughter of the late John R. and Anna M. (Quilty) Hartley. Survived by her husband of 22 years, Kenneth C. Stevens; two daughters: Lori and Kelli; seven sisters: Mary Murphy (Bob), Brigus, Camilla Newman (Leonard), Dunville, Jackie Patrie (Alex) and Sheila, Edmonton, Alta., Janet Cohen, Victoria, B.C., Yvonne Nelson (Roy), Kaukauna, WI and Doris Azznara (Al), Williamsburg, VA; and two brothers: Rick, Glovertown and Dennis (Yvonne), St. John`s; 21 nieces and nephews.
May 20, 1998

STEWART, William H. - Passed away at his home on August 16, 1998 after a lengthy illness, William H. Stewart of Rushoon, formerly of St. Joseph`s, P. Bay. He was 80 years old. Predeceased by parents: George and Mary Helen Stewart. Left to mourn are wife Selena; sons: Kevin (Eileen), St. John`s, Jerome (Marie), Rushoon, George (Dorothy), Toronto, Ontario. Also leaving to mourn are sisters: Annie Mae Barron, Mount Pearl, Christine (Patrick) Barron, Freshwater, Madeline (Kenneth) Young, Red Deer, Alberta, Margaret Power, Freshwater; and brothers: John (Priscilla), Rushoon, George (Bridget), Marystown, Cyril (Margaret), Marystown; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. Father Charlie Goakery conducted funeral services at Christ the King Church, Rushoon on Wednesday, August 19, 1998. Interment was at R.C. Cemetery, Rushoon. Funeral arrangements were by Terry Wiseman, White Dove Funeral Homes. Pallbearers were: Gerard Stewart, Peter Stewart, George Stewart, Cyril Stewart, Dwayne Barron, Joseph Barron, Allan Barron.
September 05, 1998

STOCKLEY, Francis D. - Passed peacefully away at the Leonard A. Miller Center on Thursday, October 8th, 1998 Frank Stockley, formerly of Wesleyville, in his 86th year. Predeceased by his wife Rowena and son-in-law Eric Caluscusao. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, his sons: Lewis (Yvonne), Derek (Beth), special son Francis, all of British Columbia; daughters: Annie Caluscusao, Rhode Island, Hazel Osmond (Milton), St. John`s, Pearl Flint (Wendell), Arkansas; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Also leaving to mourn sisters-in-law: Sadie Mullett, Pearl Andrews and Lero Martin; brothers-in-law: Norman Winsor, Edward Winsor, Max Winsor and their families; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Friday, October 9th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; Saturday, October 10th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Funeral Service to take place on Saturday, October 10th, 1998 at 2 p.m. from The Carnell Memorial Chapel with interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in his memory may be made to the Glenbrook Lodge Courtyard.
October 09, 1998

STRELOW, Augusta, age 72 years - Passed peacefully away on Monday, June 29, 1998 at the Health Sciences Centre. Leaving to mourn daughters Ingrid Strelow and Petra Noel (Keith); grandchildren Cheryl, Penney, Anderson and Stephanie Noel. Also leaving to mourn Klaus Wahrenburg and family, as well as a large circle of friends and family in Newfoundland and Germany. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors and friends at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave., from 10 a.m. - 12 noon Thursday. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Barrett`s Chapel. Interment to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A., Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.I
June 30, 1998

SUTTON, Josephine (nee Ryan) - Passed peacefully away, after a long illness, in the presence of her loving family, Josephine Sutton, age 73 years, formerly of Biscay Bay. Predeceased by her husband, Patrick, 1972 and son, Gerard, 1986. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, five sons: Ken (Margie), Allan (Rose), Max (Joanne), Vincent (Carol), Barry (Nancy); four daughters: Mary Ann Pennell (Jim), Evelyn Corcoran (Jim), Patricia, Trudy Kennedy (Ernest); one brother, Wilson Ryan, Biscay Bay; one sister, Anastasia Molloy, Trepassey; special friend Cyril Peddle. He will be fondly remembered by her 13 grandchildren; and her many other relatives and friends, especially those at Maplewood Apartments, St. John`s. Remains resting at Fahey`s Funeral Home, Trepassey, Wednesday, October 7th from 12 noon to 10 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial from Holy Redeemer Church, Trepassey on Thursday, October 8th at 3:30 p.m. Interment in the R.C. Cemetery, Trepassey. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Ryan`s Funeral Home, Bay Bulls.
October 07, 1998

SWENSON, Betty (nee Rodgers) - Passed peacefully away at Peter Lougheed Hospital, Calgary, Alberta, Mrs. Betty Swenson (nee Rodgers), Age 60 years. Predeceased by father Andrew (1962), mother Agnes (1991), brothers Andrew (1995), Arnold (1996). Leaving to mourn her loving daughter Roslyn with whom she resided at Calgary, one brother Randolph (Bridget) at St. John`s. Sisters-in-Law Edna at St. John`s & Marilyn at Calgary. Also a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cremation & service to take place at Calgary.
December 22, 1998

TARDY, Jean (nee Skiffington) - Formerly of St. John`s, Nfld. Passed away peacefully September 4, 1998 at the Jewis General Hospital, Montreal. Will be mourned by her husband Louis, children Joy (Paul), Rev. Lorne and Darryl (Trish) and grandchildren Jill, Geoffrey, Laura and Alex. At the request of the deceased a private family service was held.
September 19, 1998

TAYLOR, Leonard A. - Passed away on Sunday, July 19th, 1998 after a long, courageous battle with cancer, Leonard A. Taylor of Gunner`s Cove, formerly of Kelligrews. Aged 55 years. Leaving to mourn his wife Jeanette (nee Roberts); children: Trevor (Michelle) and Trudy (Michael Walsh); grandchildren: Ian and Nicolas; mother Olive Taylor; brothers: Eric (Edith), Mervyl (Lillian), Calvin (Nina); sisters: Zeta Butler (Gilbert), Rev. Sandra Tilley (Frank); and a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by his father Allan; and infant sister Myra. Resting at Central United Church, Raleigh/ Griquet Pastoral Charge. Funeral Service to take place at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 22nd, 1998 with interment to follow in Quirpon. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Leonard A. Taylor Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Carnell`s Funeral Home, P.O. Box 8567, St. John`s, Nfld., A1B 3P2.
July 22, 1998

TEMPLEMAN, - SIMMONS, Lorraine (nee NORRIS)- Passed peacefully away at St. John`s, after an extended illness, on Monday, November 2, 1998 at 76 years of age. Daughter of the late Charles and Eva Norris of Port Union, Lorraine was predeceased by husbands Don Templeman (1968) and Don Simmons (1990), sister Doris Dawe (Max), brothers Hazen (Betty) and Jack (Lillian). Leaving to mourn are sons Don Templeman (Vivian) and Max Norris (Kay) of St. John`s, daughter Joy James (Don) of Dartmouth, N.S., sister Madeline (Madge) Cook, and sister-in-law Elaine Childs-Olufsen (nee Templeman). Lovingly remembered as Òalways being there for othersÓ by grandchildren Nadine and Troy Templeman, Janine James, Tanya and Trina Norris, special niece Evelyn Leaman, and many relatives and friends. Cremation will be followed by visitation at Carnell`s Funeral Home, Freshwater Road from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, and 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4. A Memorial Service at Carnell Memorial Chapel at 2 p.m. on Thursday, November 5 will be followed by interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to perpetuate her memory may do so through donations in her name to the Alzheimers Society - St. John`s Chapter.
November 05, 1998

THOMPSON, Ina May (Irene) (nee Mills) - Passed peacefully away at the Agnes Pratt Home on Friday, Oct. 30th, 1998 Ina May (Irene) Thompson (nee Mills) aged 96 years, formerly of Point Claire, Que. Predeceased by her loving husband Claude in 1986. Leaving to mourn her sad loss is her brother-in-law Frank O`Toole, sister-in-law Florence Mills; nieces, nephews and friends; especially loved and remembered by her dear friend Joan Benoit of Point Claire. Resting at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave., from 7 - 9 p.m. Saturday and 2 - 4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Sunday. Funeral service 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2nd, 1998, from Barrett`s Chapel. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
November 02, 1998

THORNE, James A. - Passed peacefully away after a long battle with cancer at the Carbonear General Hospital on Friday, July 3, 1998, James Alfred Thorne of Blaketown, age 57 years. Leaving to mourn wife Patricia; daughter Vicki (Wilfred); son Randy (Renata); two loving grandsons: Brady and Nicholas; sisters: Mary, Grace (Herb), Melva (David), Blanche (Bob); brothers: Webb (Lillian), Dave (Ann), Aubrey (Rosalind), Roger (Marjorie), George (Barb); also lovingly remembered by many other family members and special friends. Resting at Warren`s Funeral Home, Dildo. The funeral service will be held from Zion Pentecostal Church, New Harbour on Sunday, July 5 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow St. Barnabas Anglican Cemetery, Blaketown. No flowers by request.
July 04, 1998

TILLEY, Rex - Died at his home in Eastport on Sunday, May 3, 1998. Born in Elliston in 1914, youngest son of the late Robert and Emily Jane Tilley. Flt. Lieut. R.A.F. World War II Veteran, 125 NF Squadron. Beloved husband of Jill. Much loved father of Jane (Thomas Smith), Susan (David Weiser), St. John`s and Joanna (Ian Gray), Calgary. Dear grandfather of Jenny, Katie, Claire and Ben, Jonathan and Andrea and Michael, Ian and Alex. Predeceased by four brothers and three sisters. Survived by his sisters: Nellie Frazee and Sophie Zawada of Springfield, Mass., U.S.A.; and many other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, May 5th after 6:30 p.m. at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Funeral Service will follow visitation at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5th from The Carnell Memorial Chapel. A Memorial Service will be held during the 125 Nfld. Squadron Annual Reunion which will take place in Eastport September 11-13th.
May 05, 1998

TOBIN, Margaret (nee Jackman) - Passed peacefully away at St. Patrick`s Mercy Home after a long illness on Friday, June 5th, 1998, age 89 years. Margaret Tobin formerly of Bell Island. Predeceased by husband Larry, 1957, son Dominic, sisters: Mary and Bride; brother Steve; granddaughter Rosalind Durdle, grandson Leander Tobin; sons-in-law: Walter Maloney, Sid Lovell, and Wilfred House, grandson-in-law Fred Burke. Leaving to mourn daughters: Mary Maloney, Bernadine House, and Margaret Rose (Melvyn); ten grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff of the first floor, St. Patrick`s Mercy Home, for their care and kindness. Also to Mary Maloney and the staff of Maloney`s Nursing Home, the Goulds, for their loving care and kindness for seven years. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Rd. Visiting Hours Friday, 7 P.M. - 9 P.M. and Saturday and Sunday 2 P.M. - 5 P.M. and 7 P.M. - 9 P.M. Funeral Mass on Monday, June 8th, 1998, at 9:30 A.M. from Mary Queen of the World Church, Topsail Rd. Interment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.BADCOCK, Ruth (nee Bartlett) - of Masonic Park, Mount Pearl, NF. Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on June 4th, 1998, aged 87 years. Leaving to mourn her daughter Betty Ann and son-in-law James Streeter of Toronto and two grandchildren, Jane and Paul. One sister Irene Rabbitts in Brigus. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, 1998. Funeral service will be held on Monday, June 8, 1998 at 2 p.m. in the Carnell Memorial Chapel. Interment to follow in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to Gower Street United Church or a charity of one`s choice.
June 07, 1998

TOPPING, Louise (nee Baird) - Passed peacefully away at her residence after a brief illness on Friday, June 12, 1998, Louise Topping, aged 76 years, formerly of New York. Predeceased by her sister Mary Baird. Left with fond memories are: her nephew Henry (Tony) Topping of Hastings on Hudson, New York; niece: Sandra Emerson Topping Sack of Georgetown, South Carolina and a wide circle of friends in St. John`s and New York. At Louise`s request, cremation has taken place. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, June 17, 1998 at 2 p.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel, 329 Freshwater Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation.
June 14, 1998

TRACEY, James KEVIN, K.S.G., PhD. - Passed peacefully and courageously away on Thursday, November 26, in the presence of God and surrounded by his loving family, James Kevin Tracey, in his 77th year. Born in Plate Cove East, B.B., Kevin leaves to celebrate his life, his wife of 47 years, Cecilia (Murphy); six children: Madonna (Pat O`Shea), Patricia (Brian Furey), Mary (James Feehan), Kevin (Brenda Jackman), Sharon and Bill; nine beloved grandchildren: Kevin, Brian and Mary O`Shea, Danny and Elizabeth Furey, Michael and David Feehan, Jamie and Christine Tracey; one sister Mary Ryan (Anthony), Southern Bay, B.B.; sisters-in-law: Gertrude Tracey, Sarah Raymond (John), Bridget Barker, Mary Besaw; brother-in-law Ronald Murphy; also Aunt Sarah Walsh; many devoted nieces, nephews and cousins; and a large circle of friends. Resting at Caul`s Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road, Saturday, November 27: 10-12, 2-5, 7-10; Sunday, Nov. 28: 2-5, 7-10. Mass of the Resurrection from the Basilica of St. John the Baptist at a time to be announced. Interment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. ÒMay the Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on his soul. May he rest in peace. AmenÓ.
November 27, 1998

TRAHEY HEILIG, Mary Florence (ÓFloÓ) - 80, Of Salisbury, NC, on Sunday, November 1, 1998, at Genesis Elder Care, after a brief illness. Born December 4, 1917 at Conception Harbour, Newfoundland, Canada to Katie Laracey Trahey (deceased) and Timothy Trahey (deceased). Educated in St. John`s, Newfoundland. She retired as a Sales Associate with Belk`s Department Store and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Predeceased by her husband Franklin Augustus Heilig on January 8, 1998. Survived by daughter Loretta H. Ludwick, Salisbury; brothers: Tim Trahey, St. John`s, Newfoundland, Robert Trahey, Toronto, Ont.; sisters: Mrs. Rita T. Wall, St. John`s, Newfoundland, Mrs. Stella T. Pignetti, Vera Beach, Florida; two grandchildren. Funeral Mass of Resurrection 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 3rd at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rev. Thomas P. Clements officiating. Burial at Rowan Memorial Park. A Prayer Service will be held 7 p.m. Monday in the Summersett Funeral Home Chapel followed by visitation until 8:30 p.m. Memorials: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 128 N. Fulton St., Salisbury, NC 28144.
November 02, 1998

WALKER, Maude - Peoria - Maude M. Walker, 66, of 916 S. Sumner died at 4:17 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 1998, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Born March 8, 1932, in Mount Arlington Heights, Placentia Bay, Newfoundland, Canada, to Patrick and Rose Kelly Keating, she married James Walker on January 10, 1953, in Stephenville, Newfoundland, Canada. He survives. Also surviving are her mother, Rose Bruce of Newfoundland; three sons, Kenneth, Don and Gary, all of Peoria; three daughters, Rose Mary Trammell and Cheryl Brown, both of Peoria, and Patricia Pumtoni of East Peoria; two sisters, Catherine Warford of Newfoundland and Bernadette McGuire of Ontario, Canada; two brothers, Jerome Keating of Newfoundland and Dennis Keating of Ontario; two half brothers, Rob and Anthony Keating, two aunts Lucy Keating and Betty Kelly, all of Newfoundland; eighteen grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Her father, one sister, one brother, four half brothers and one half sister preceded her in death. She was a member of St. Ann`s Catholic Church. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at her church. The Rev. Richard Horvath will officiate. Burial will be in St. Mary`s Cemetery, West Peoria. Memorials may be made to the Lupus Foundation.
September 26, 1998

WALTERS, Carrie Pearl (nee Rowe) - Of St. John`s. Age 74 years. Passed peacefully away at her daughter`s home on December 26,1998, originally from Chance Cove, T.B. Predeceased by her husband Capt. Frederick John Walters; also sisters: Fronie Pike, Jenny Rowe; and brother Reginald Rowe. Survived by daughters: Nadine Martin (Andy) and Carole Anne Coffey (Ken); grandchildren: James, Joseph, Jeffrey and Juliana Coffey; Andrew, Tony and John Martin; sisters: Brig. Stella Russell (Carl), Chamberlains, Melva Russell (Rex), Manuels; brothers: William Rowe (Alma), Lewisporte, Eric Rowe (Alicia), St. John`s, Maxwell Rowe (Dorothy), Chance Cove, Edmund Rowe (Shirley), Chance Cove; sisters-in-law: Doris Rowe (Reginald), St. John`s, Elizabeth (Rev. Richard Walters), Lewisporte; and brother-in-law Raymond Pike (Fronie), Grand Falls; and a large number of loving and devoted nieces and nephews. As a teacher of 36 years, Carrie taught in several communities and retired from Booth Memorial High in St. John`s. During her retirement, Carrie was actively involved with the following organizations: Elderhostal, Senior`s Resource Centre, SPCA, FOG (Friends of the Garden-Botanical Gardens MUN), the 4F Club, Mews Centre, Aqua Arena 50+ and New World Fitness. Her church was a very important focal point of her life and she was a long-time member of the Salvation Army Home League. Carrie is resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home. Kenmount Road. Visiting hours 2-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-12 noon, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday, 10 a.m.-12 noon Tuesday. Funeral service to be held at the Salvation Army St. John`s Citadel, Adam`s Avenue 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, followed by committal at the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road. In lieu of flowers, donations will be gratefully accepted for the SPCA, Botanical Gardens, The Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal or the Memorial University Opportunity Fund.
December 28, 1998

WALTERS, James Chesley - It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of James Chesley Walters at the Placentia Health Centre on Thursday, July 16, 1998, age 70. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, wife Aletha (Lethy) at Dunville, daughter Sandra at Jasper, Alberta and pet Mitzi. Aunts Maude Walters and Isobel Walters, special cousins Judy Walters and Malfred Smith (Frazer, Natasha and Renee). Mourned also by sister-in-law Audrey Rolls, husband Derek and special nephews, Matthew and John at Southeast, Placentia and special family friend Alice Lannon. Also a number of other family and friends. Resting at Maher`s Funeral Home, Placentia. Funeral from the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, St. John`s at 4:15 p.m. Saturday, July 18. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road.
July 18, 1998

WARREN, Linda L. - Of Cambridge, Ontario, formerly of Bell Island. Daughter of Barbara and the late Elias Warren. Passed away at Freeport Hospital, August 3, 1998, in her 48th year. She was predeceased by her brothers: Baxter and Clarence. Leaving to mourn her sisters: Joan Penney (Clayton), Stoneycreek, Ontario, Shirley Pillar (Paul), Gander, Nfld., Kay Savard (Mike), Bath, Ontario, Ruth Bown (Ken), Lindale, Texas; brothers: Arthur Warren (Helena), Boston Bar, B.C., Norman Warren (Shirley), Cambridge, Ontario; also many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Interment took place at Mount View Cemetery, Cambridge, Ontario, August 6, 1998.
August 15, 1998

WATERMAN, John - Passed away at the palliative care unit, North Haven Manor, Lewisport on June 3rd, John Waterman, aged 90 years formerly of Change Islands. Predeceased by wife Nina (Caravan) 1988. Thanking God for his life among us and mourning his passing are: Sister-in-law Mildred Waterman, neices Frances Brinson, Floretta (Stan) Fancy, nephews, Pleman Waterman wife Beatrice, Norman Waterman. Special friend Beatrice Brinson. Also a large number of relatives and friends. Resting at Gordon Woodfrey Funeral Home. Funeral service Saturday, June 6th at St. Paul`s Anglican Church, Lewisporte. Flowers gratefully accepted, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Calypso Foundation. ³To live in the hearts of those we love is never to have died. In our hearts, he lives forever.² Dearly loved never to be forgotten.
June 06, 1998

WECKS, George Maxwell (Max) - Passed peacefully away at his residence at St. Luke`s Cottage`s on Saturday, August 22,1998, George Wecks, formerly of Greenspond, aged 87 years. Leaving to mourn his devoted wife Mildred (nee Burry) and his loving grandson Gavin Wylding of Vancouver, B.C.; extended family: Margaret Loder, Lilly and Edna Burry, Daryl Burry, June and Jim Duffett, Dough and Rose Burry, David and Pam Burry, Patsy Hollett, the Goodyear family (Jeff and Ella), Enid and Stan Adelson, Bill and Effie Richardson, nephews, nieces and friends at St. Luke`s. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visiting hours Sunday, August 23 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Monday, August 24 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church on Tuesday, August 25,1998 at 2 p.m. Interment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers and in-memoriam donations gratefully declined.
August 24, 1998

WELLS, Annie Florence - (Member of A.C.W.). Passed peacefully away at her daughter`s residence on Tuesday, November 10th, 1998 Annie Florence Wells, formerly of Sandyville. Age 98 years. Predeceased by her husbands: George and Walter; sons: Norman, Alexander and Elias; and daughters: Laura and Queena. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, daughter Hilda Piercey (Fred), with whom she resided; granddaughter Cara; daughters: Olive and Martha; two step-daughters; three step-sons; 24 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren; 27 great-great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services to take place at St. Saviour`s Anglican Church, Hermitage at a time to be announced.
November 11, 1998

WHITE, Madeline - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John`s on Sunday, September 27, 1998, Madeline White of Ontario, formerly of Bell Island, NF, age 88 years. Predeceased by husband Francis. Leaving to mourn one daughter Margaret (Gerald) Rushlow, Toronto, ON; one son James, Maple Lodge, Shearstown; son-in-law Benedict (Lillian) Hurley, Shearstown; 9 grandchildren: Muriel (Wes) Earle, Christine (Ray) Hawco, Blair (Gerry) Hurley, Cynthia Taylor (Rick Taman), Howard (Mary Ann) Hurley, Doreen Hurley, Gary (Donna) Hurley, Carolann Ambas and Keith (Suzanne) Hurley; 15 great-grandchildren: Wes Jr., Shawn, Shane, Janice, Jennifer, Kyle, Aaron, Christopher, Jenny, Jerri, Brianne, Bradley, Guy, Megan and Luke; 3 great-great-grandchildren: Tyler, DeShawn and Shyanne; two brothers: Rivlyan Ryan, St. Clements, ON and Brendan Ryan, Kitchener, ON; one sister Ann (Mario) Giovanni, Bridgewater, Mass.; also a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at NOEL`S FUNERAL HOME, HARVEY STREET, HARBOUR GRACE from where the funeral will take place on Wednesday, September 30 at 2:00 p.m. Mass to follow at 2:30 p.m. from St. Joseph`s Roman Catholic Church, Riverhead, Harbour Grace. Interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Harbour Grace. Visitation hours at Noel`s Funeral Home are: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. daily.
September 29, 1998

WILCOX, Flora R. - Retired teacher formerly of Brigus. Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Complex on August 20, 1998, Flora R. Wilcox, age 90 years. Predeceased by her husband William (1969), brother Alfred Roberts, sisters: Frances Barrett, Ethel Morris and Dorothy Curnew. Survived by her great nephew Howard Pike, along with other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Resting at Carnell`s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road. Visitation will take place on Friday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Funeral service will be held at the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Saturday, August 2, 1998 at 2 p.m. Interment in the United Church Cemetery, Brigus. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one`s choice.
August 22, 1998

WILLIAMS, Ena (nee Granter) - New Harbour, Trinity Bay, formerly of Isle Valen, Placentia Bay. Passed peacefully away at Carbonear General Hospital on Friday, June 12, 1998, age 78 years. her memory will be cherished by Stewart, her faithful and loving husband; son Gordon (Anita) and their children Glen (Dawn), Collette, Heather and Tina; daughter Verna (Leslie) and their children Nancy, Lisa and Ian Russell, all from St. John`s; daughter Jeanette (Robert) and their children Bradley and Brent Carter of Calgary, Alberta; sister Martha Harvey of St. John`s; sisters-in-law Mabel Keeping, Leah Thorne; brother-in-law Jethro Williams; one great grandchild Joshua; and also a number of relatives and friends. No visitation. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service to be held 11 a.m., Monday, June 15, 1998 at Barrett`s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue. Private interment at a later date. No flowers by request. Donations can be made to the Alzheimers Society.
June 14, 1998

WINSOR, Eric - (Retired - Director General of Airports and Construction Services, Department of Transport). Suddenly at Ottawa, on Tuesday, May 12, 1998 in his 85th year. Beloved husband of Enid Knifton. Much loved Dad of Gordon of Toronto, Carol of Pakenham and Katherine, husband Wayne Blue of Kanata. Cherished Grandpa of Jennifer Chladny, Lindsay, Graham and Amanda Blue. Proud great-grandpa of Megan. Dear brother of Marguerite Cooper of Montreal and Minna Planche of Toronto. Predeceased by his brother Roland and sisters: Nita McGrath and Ena Brownrigg. Born and raised in Newfoundland, Eric`s career included such positions as Airport Manager in Gander with his retirement in 1977 in Ottawa as Director General of Airports and Construction Services. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Westboro Chapel of the Tubman Funeral Homes, 403 Richmond Road, Ottawa on Friday at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of their choice.
May 13, 1998

WOODS, John Hamilton (Jack) - Wing Commander, D.F.C., retired. 1920- 1998. Following an exciting and adventurous life, Jack waited for his loving family to gather before dying, at home in Kingston, July 30th, peacefully and with the gentlemanly dignity that characterized the way he lived. Jack served proudly in the R.C.A.F. for 25 years, including a tour of duty as a pilot with WWII Bomber Command, assignments at W.E.E. Flight, Edmonton, Maritime Command, Greenwood, C.E.P.E., Ottawa and S.H.A.P.E., Paris, and a posting as the final Commanding Officer of R.C.A.F. Station, Torbay, Newfoundland. He then accepted a position as the Administrative Officer of the Faculty of Medicine, Queen`s University, where he served through four Deanships over a period of twenty years. Born in Scotland and raised in St. John`s, Newfoundland, Jack was the adored and loving husband of Joan Woods (nee Parsons), the proud and encouraging father of Devon and Chris, father-in-law of Beth Biggs and Penny Pelton, and the good times musical grandfather of Emily and Xan. A memorial service and reception will be held at the Donald Gordon Centre, 421 Union St., Kingston, on Tuesday, August 4, at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kingston Parkinson`s Foundation, 100 Stuart Street, Kingston, K7L 2V6.
August 01, 1998