ALEXANDER, Raymond Matthew Jr., "R.J." - Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family at the Health Sciences Centre on Sunday, December 13, 2015. R.J. Alexander, aged 29 years was predeceased by his grandfathers Ralph Alexander and Gerald Gulliver; his aunts Theresa and Edie; cousins Corey King, Mikey and Dillon Gulliver. R.J. leaves to mourn his loving parents Linda and Raymond Alexander Sr.; sisters Lisa, Stephanie and Renee; brothers Stephen and Timothy; grandmothers Mary Gulliver and Evelyn Dunn; nieces and nephews Siobhan, Miya, Alex, Dominic, Nevaeh and Ashantia and special friend Ashley Mercer along with a large circle of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. R.J. was a loving son, grandson, brother, uncle and cousin who loved adventure and his kindness has left us with lots of cherished memories. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Tuesday from 12-9 pm and Wednesday from 10 am - 9 pm. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 10 am from Caul's Chapel with cremation to follow. Flower's gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation.

ALLEN, Paul Raymond - (January 2nd, 1957 - December 31st, 2015) - Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Paul Allen announce his peaceful passing, in the comfort of his home with his loving family by his side on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the age of 58 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his loving and devoted wife, Tammy (nee Collins); his three sons, his pride and joy: Kelsey, Keegan, and Ethan; his faithful four-legged companion Hershey; his mother Dorothy Allen, Corner Brook; sisters: Sandra Wheeler and Catherine Allen-Westby (Dr. J.C. Westby), all of Corner Brook; brother Ford (Agnes) Allen, Spaniard's Bay; parents-in-law William and Loretta Collins, Placentia; very special sister-in-law Perpetua Collins, Placentia, sisters-in-law: Cindy (Leonard) Power, Jerseyside, Wanda (Ed) Sisk, Long Cove, Janine (Frank) McGrath, Pt. Verde, and Amanda (Mike) Schneider, Riva, MD; brothers-in-law: Lorne (Annie) Collins, Placentia and Owen (Shirley) Collins, Auburn, NS as well as many nieces and nephews, extended family members, friends and colleagues. He was predeceased by his father George Allen and brother-in-law Graham Wheeler. Friends visited Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday and Sunday between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. In keeping with Paul's wishes cremation has taken place. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. from First United Church, Park Street with Reverend John VanVliet officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the SPCA, WMR Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

ANTHONY, Austin Calvin Nelson - (August 2nd, 1930 - December 21st, 2015) - Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Complex on December 21, 2015, retired electrician with Canadian National Railway, Austin Anthony age 85 years. Predeceased by: his loving wife Mary; parents: John "Jack" and Mildred Ivy; brother Robert and sisters: Ivy "Chickie" and Joan. Leaving to mourn his children: John (Jane), Steve (Patti) of Fergus, ON, Jane (Corey) of Labrador City, NL; sister Joyce Carr of Fords, NJ, USA; grandchildren: Holly (Roger), Jason (Karen), Brooklyn, Jeff (Sharah), Scott, Sarah, and Tim (Chantal); great-grandchildren: Jack, Drew, Grace, Travis, Wyatt and Makayla; as well as nieces, nephews, and other dear family and friends. He was a Master Canoeist, he loved hunting, fishing and ATV'ing with his buddy Ed, and loved the outdoors in general. The family would like to thank the ambulance personal and emergency staff with Labrador Grenfell Health in Labrador City, Air Ambulance crew, and nurses and doctors at the Health Science Complex Emergency, ICU and 5 South B. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kids Eat Smart Foundation of NL, or Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Fund in Austin's name. Cremation has taken place. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue on Sunday, December 27, 2015 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held from Barrett's Chapel on Monday, December 28, 2015 at 11 am, with interment to take place at a later date. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the online memorial guest book.

AU, Shun Lock - With broken hearts, the Au family announces the peaceful passing of Shun Lock "Lucky" Au, age 89, on Sunday, December 27, 2015, at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Fong Chung Hoi on May 31, 2004. "Poppa", as he was affectionately referred to by all the family, leaves behind to mourn his children Jim (Maureen), and their children Steven (Richelle), Jason (Erin) and Curtis (Sarah); Wahfield (Lena), and their children Patricia (Ian), Michael (Tanya), and Christina (Johnny); Garfield (Rose Mary), and their children Declan (Stephanie) and Vincent; Shieu Ping and her children Yvonne (Nathan) and Nicole: Shieu Moy, Kiang and Gar; also two great-grandchildren Beatrix and Jordan. As well, relatives and friends across Canada, the USA, Hong Kong and China to mourn his passing.Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John's, on Wednesday, December 30 from 12-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m., and Thursday, December 31 from 10-11:30 a.m., with funeral service at the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Thursday, December 31 at 12 noon. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book please visit www.carnells.com

BAIRD (nee Lush), Eloise - Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at the L.A. Miller Centre, Palliative Care Unit, Eloise L. Baird age 86 years. Predeceased by her husband Gerald; parents Charles and Evelyn Lush; parents-in-law Jack and Jennie Baird. Left to mourn sisters Audrey Vacca (Vito, deceased) New York and Betty Burt (Clyde) Gander; brothers Luke (Grace, deceased) Gander; Fraser (Yvonne) Port Hope, ON and Charlie (Minnie) Gander; brother-in-law Raymond (Shirley) Pasadena, Robert (Lynda) Edmonton, Ken Duncan (Jean, deceased) Ottawa; sisters-in-law Florence Prange (Jerry, deceased) Lavonia, Michigan, Carmel Handrigan (Steve, deceased) St. John's, Gertrude Baird (David, deceased) Toronto, also a large circle of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. from Mary Queen of the World Parish. Interment to follow at Belvedere Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the L.A. Miller Centre, Palliative Care Unit or to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation, Family Resource Services.

BAIRD (nee Woodfine), Teresa Mary - Passed peacefully on Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Agnes Pratt Nursing Home, age 76 years. Predeceased by her husband John.Leaving to mourn her daughters Darlene Scott (Jim), Teresa O'Neill (Jim), Karen Power (Ken) and Michelle Baird (Todd Baker); 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; brother Sylvester (Mary), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Monday, December 21, 2015 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 from Caul's Chapel at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society.

BARNES (nee Hobbs), Jocelyn - Passed away peacefully at home on Friday December 11, 2015. Predeceased by her parents Cyril and Edith Hobbs, husband Andrew Barnes. Leaving to mourn with fond memories Rodney, Sherry (Edgar), Violet (Brian), George (Karen), Peter (April), Andrea (Gary), Edward (Ann), sisters Anna (John), Shelly (Wilson), Vivian (Robert), Kim (James); brothers Randy (Lorna) and Ian (Harold), a large number of nieces, nephew's grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Also a very special friend Beverly Lundrigan, special neighbors Michelle and George Baker. Cremation has taken place a Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2015 at 2 p.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel, 329 Freshwater Rd. Interment in Anglican Cemetery Kenmount Rd. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

BARRETT, Mrs. Violet - Mrs. Violet Barrett of Bay Roberts passed peacefully away at the Harbour Lodge Nursing Home, Carbonear on Wednesday, December 30, 2015. Mrs. Barrett was 95 years old. She leaves to mourn her loving family: Sons: Claude (Gladys) Barrett & Kevin (Linda) Barrett; Daughter: Evelyn Hussey; Grandchildren: Ian (Roxanne) Barrett, Lori (Matt) Bramwell, Megan (Paul) Kane, Gregory Hussey, Blair Barrett & Shelly Barrett; Great Grandchildren: Gabe Bramwell, Luke Bramwell, Joey Bramwell, Andrew Barrett, Kaitlyn Barrett, Kobe Weir, Chloe Kane, William Kane, Calvin Noseworthy, Ruby Noseworthy & Jayden Barrett; Brother: William (Janet) Snow; Sister: Marina (Charlie) Way; Sister-in-Law: Olive Barrett; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. Predeceased by Husband Arch Barrett; Parents: John & Esther Snow; Son-in-law: Kenneth Hussey; Sisters: Doris (Joe) Hiscock, Mildred (Leonard) Porter & Evelyn Snow; Brother-in-Law: Edward Barrett; Sisters-in-law: Eva (Frank) Greenland & Mary (Gerald) Dawe. The funeral service will be held 2 P.M. on Sunday, January 3, 2016 from St. Matthew's Anglican Church & Cemetery, Coley's Point. The family will be receiving relatives and friends at SLADE'S FUNERAL HOME, L.T.STICK DRIVE, BAY ROBERTS, on Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her loving memory to the St. Matthew's Anglican Church Restoration Fund. Condolences may be written to the family at: sladesfuneralhome.ca For further information please call Slade's Funeral Home, Bay Roberts at 786-2323. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Slade's Funeral Home, serving Carbonear, Upper Island Cove, Bay Roberts and surrounding areas.

BEEHAN, Bernadette - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved sister Bernadette, at Agnes Pratt Nursing Home on Thursday, December 10, 2015. She is predeceased by two of the most wonderful parents James and Cecilia (Conway) Beehan, sister Anne Wiggens, brothers-in-law Terry Pike and Derm King. Left to celebrate a life well lived is her brother and her buddy Jim (Margaret Ann Power) and sisters Eleanor (Peter Geary), Brenda King and Madonna Pike and brother-in-law Bryan Wiggens, nephews Jonathan Wiggens, Jason Geary and her Godson Christopher Pike, nieces Jennifer Geary, Silya and Kaya Wiggens, Heather and Alyson King, Maria (Ansley) and Carolyn Beehan and Raylene Pike, great-nephews and nieces Nathan and Tyson Geary, Madeline, Chloe and Evan Wiggens, her aunt Eva Beehan and our beloved family friend and spiritual advisor Monsignor (Fr. Jim) Doody and numerous cousins, friends, co-workers and caregivers. A life filled with love, laughter, happiness and accomplishments would best briefly describe Bernadette's time here with us. After her graduation from the Pine Grove School she attended Vera Industries and then went on to Seal Cove College where she received a diploma in Food Service. Through the support of Avalon Employment Inc. Bernadette was gainfully employed up to her retirement in 2010. Bernadette was an accomplished Special Olympian, a polished public speaker and a wonderful musical entertainer. She was most proud of her independent living that gave her a lifestyle enriched with family, friends and co-workers. Bernadette was the light of our lives, like a candle she shared her warmth and light without diminishing her own. Bernadette is resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Sunday from 7-9 pm and on Monday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 9:30 am from St. Patrick's Church on Patrick's Street with cremation to follow. Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in her name may be made to Special Olympics St. John's Chapter or to the Agnes Pratt Home Foundation.
"She's a special champion"

BEST, Mary Carmel - Died peacefully at Chancellor Park on December 4, 2015 at the age of 87 years. She is predeceased by her husband Gerald, her parents Joseph and Emma Nash of Branch, St. Mary's Bay, her brothers Dolph, Richard, Leonard, Basil, and sisters Regina, Crescentia, Bernadette and Vera, nieces Rosanne O'Dea and Mary Doyle and nephews Joseph English and Charlie Nash. She leaves to celebrate her long and productive life, and with much love and fond memories, her nieces Elaine Shortall and Carmel Doyle, her nephews Bruce and Tony English, her sister-in-law Helen Best-Colgan and dear friends, Peg and John Byrne. Throughout her career Carmel provided valuable administrative services in numerous projects including Churchill Falls and other projects and undertakings in Canada and the USA. The family wishes to thank the 2 East staff of Chancellor Park for the kind support given to Carmel and her immediate family and Fr. Leo English for his help and encouragement. Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. and from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place at St. Teresa's Parish, Mundy Pond, on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Topsail Road. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Gathering Place, Military Road or to Rainbow Riders, Pippy Park. To send a message of condolences or to sign the memorial guest book please visit www.carnells.com

BLACKLER, Brian John - Passed away tragically December 12, 2015 at the age of 63. Leaving to mourn his grandchildren Lilah and Simon who were his pride and joy. Also daughters Erin (Shane) and Ashley (Mark and Hart), Close cousins Patsy, Sharon and Dave, as well as Terry and the girls at The Hutch, long time friend Mary, extended family and his close friends from Mobile. Inviting family and friends to a Gathering of Remembrance Thursday Dec 17, 2015 starting at 2:00 pm onward into the evening.Taking place at Erin's house in Bauline.

BOLAND, Patrick (Pat) - Passed peacefully away on December 30, 2015, surrounded by his family following a short battle with Cancer. Patrick (Pat) Boland of Calvert, age 70. Predeceased by his parents Art and Kitty, brothers-in-law Derrick Hawkins, and Melvin and Angus Power. Leaving to mourn with loving memories his son Woody Jordan (Jennifer) and granddaughter Avalon, brothers Jimmie (Philomena), Wilf (Mary), Ray (Linda), Clarence (Carmel), sisters, Madonna O'Keefe (Johnny), Betty Hawkins (Percy), Josephine Power and Rosie Power. Pat will be missed by his 21 nieces and nephews, 26 great-nieces and nephews and one great-great nephew. Also his aunt Lizzie O'Dea and a large number of family and friends including a number of life-long friends who made many visits during his illness. Remains will be resting at Fahey's Funeral Home, Fermeuse January 1, 2016 from 3-9 pm, January 2, 2016 2-9 pm, January 3rd 2-9 pm. Mass of Christian burial from Immaculate Conception Church, Calvert on January 4th at 11 am. Interment to take place at a later date.

BURTON, Alice - (July 20th, 1933 - December 22nd, 2015) - Passed away suddenly in her home on December 22, 2015, Alice Burton. Predeceased by her parents Annie and Ambrose Saint; sisters Mary Pardy and Bernice Hynes; brother Charles Saint and husband John Burton. Leaving to mourn her children Norman (Beverly), Wayne (Pam), Elaine (Dave), Collette (Fred), John, Deborah, Wade (Tammy), Michelle (Damian) and Kelly (Joan); 16 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren and her precious Cat "Buddy". Also leaving to mourn her siblings Michael (Margaret), Eric, Stan, Ronald (Marcella), Gordon (Susie) Saint and Phyllis (Stewart) Scott; many other relatives and friends especially her dear friends Kitty Pittman, Marie Strickland, Marie Hiller and Bob Butler. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday, December 26 from 2-9 p.m. and on Sunday, December 27 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. with cremation to follow. Funeral Service to take place from Caul's Chapel on Monday, December 28, 2015 at 11 a.m. with inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donation may be made in Alice's memory to a charity of one's choice.

BUTLER, Audrey - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. Predeceased by father and mother Arthur and Lucy Smith and brother Robert (Bob). Leaving to mourn daughter Jackie, devoted son Stephen (Courtney), grandchildren Andrew and Ashley Hillyard, sister Ruby Randell (Jim), brother Gerald (Rose), sister-in-law Barb Smith-Fagan, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A special thank you to her home care provider Violet Dawe, the staff at Waterford and Health Sciences Dialysis Units, the doctors and nurses of 4 South A. At Audrey's request cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation or service. Donation can be made in her memory to Waterford Hospital Dialysis or Health Sciences Dialysis Unit or Cancer Society. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

BYRNE, James Anthony - "A great man died today," our father would say when someone important died. Well, a great man died on Saturday, December 5, 2015, when James Anthony Byrne was carried to heaven, lovingly surrounded by his family, in his 91st year. As was his wish, he has been reunited with his loving wife of 62 years, Margaret Irene, who went before him on August 2, 2015. Forever grateful for the tremendous blessing of having him in our lives, and heartbroken from his loss are his cherished children, James Bruce (AlyceLyne), Bob (Madonna) and Lisa (Derek Dunphy). Left with wonderful memories of an entertaining and loving Poppy, ("Skipper"), are his nine grandchildren, each of whom he truly adored, Ryan Clarke (Tiffiney), Laurissa Clarke (Jon), Erica Clarke Whalen (Wes), Robyn, Kayla (Mike), Meagan, Janessa, James, and Robert Byrne. Also leaving to mourn, his only surviving sibling, Theresa Wall, and special nephew Tom O'Reilly (Joan), together with a very large circle of family and friends. Jim was born in Curling NL, to Bernard Joseph "Big Joe?" Byrne and Louise (nee Buckle). One of the youngest of 16 children, he developed an engaging personality at a very young age. He was truly interested in his family and friends and remembered their accomplishments and experiences with incredible detail. While a great listener, he couldn't resist the temptation to tell about the accomplishments of his children or grandchildren, if the opportunity arose. Dad spent his working life at Canadian National Railway, beginning as a steam locomotive mechanic, working his way up through the ranks to Superintendent of Freight Services. With his own hands, he built the family home at 24 Albany Street, where he raised his children with love and fatherly affection. He was never too busy to listen, lend a hand, or give a ride, often on the bedtime bus (where he would crawl around the living room, loading a child on his back from each end of the sofa and the chair and deposit them to the appropriate bed). He was far more generous to others than he ever was to himself. An exceptional husband, father, grandfather and friend, his humility, kindred spirit and humour will be cherished in our hearts forever. Special thanks to his caregivers on 3 East, Chancellor Park, and at Tiffany Village who were so good to him over the last one and one-half years. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road.Visitation on Thursday, December 17, from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, December 18, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. At 1:30 p.m., Friday December 18, the Rosary will be said by the Knights of Columbus Terra Nova Council, of which Dad was a lifetime member. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Teresa's Church on Saturday, December 19, 2015, at 9:30 a.m., following which, he will be laid to rest alongside his life mate at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Teresa's.
May God hold both he and Mom in the palm of His hand until we meet again.

CLANCY, Raymond - Passed peacefully away on Friday, December 11, 2015, at St. Patrick's Mercy Home, Raymond M. Clancy, age 93. Predeceased by his wife Catherine (Kay) in 1999, sister Mary, and brothers Tom and Frank. Left with their precious memories are his children, Chris (Barbara), Janine, Barbara (David Sidel), Cyril (Patty), and Cathy (TillmannBenfey); his grandchildren Dana Sidel Dwyer (Barry), Craig Sidel, Lauryn Sidel Ford (Shane), Zachary and Liam Clancy, and Nicholas and Anton Benfey; and his great-grandchildren Lila Dwyer and James Ford. Also sister-in-law Marie Hayes (Ernie) and a large number of nieces and nephews. The family would like to give a very special thank you to the staff at St. Patrick's Mercy Home for their exceptional care and also to Winnie Tapper, his long-time caregiver. Visitation will take place at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Wednesday, December 16th, from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. from St. Pius X Church. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in Dad's memory may be made to the St. Patrick's Mercy Home Foundation or to the charity of one's choice.

CLARK (nee O'Brien), Maureen - Passed peacefully away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 25, 2015 at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, age 66 years. Predeceased by her parents Frank and Alice (Lol) O'Brien and sister-in-law Lynne O'Brien. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories her children Vincent (Charlene), Leah Clark-Drover and Tanya Knight (Bill); grandchildren Neil Drover and Riley Samms; brother Edward O'Brien (Paula Power) and Jeannie (Gerry) Marrie; nieces Heather (Brett) Nyl and Heidi (Jason) Rainault, Joanne (Steve) Earles and Kim Marrie (Matt Follett); grandnephews Jack, Ben and Evan, as well as other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation from Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Tuesday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 11 a.m. from Caul's Chapel, inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Liver Association.

CLARKE, Wayne Hubert - (May 12th, 1957 - December 18th, 2015) - It is with great sadness that the family of Wayne Hubert Clarke announce his sudden passing, at the age of 58. Predeceased by his father Hubert and brother Gary. Leaving to mourn his mother Clarice; sisters Donna (Nick) and Denise; brothers Terry (Regina) and Brian (Brenda); his special nephew Nicholas; as well as numerous other family members and friends. At Wayne's request cremation has taken place. Interment to be held on Friday, January 8, at 11 a.m., at the Kilbride Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to Choices for Youth or a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.carnells.com

CLEARY (nee Quinlan), Elizabeth - (October 9th, 1932 - December 26th, 2015) Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family at the Health Science Center, Elizabeth Cleary in her 83rd year of Harbour Main. Predeceased by her husband Richard (Dick), son Brian, parents Peter and Anne Quinlan, brother-in-law Wilf Wade and nephew Bliss. Left with fond and loving memories are her daughter Lynn Ann Hickey (Glen), son John, three grandchildren: Michael, Andrew and Kelly Ann, brothers and sisters: Jerome (Carol), Genevieve Lewis (Joe), Vince (Linda), Leo (Ross), Peter (Beth), Sylvester (Sarah), Eileen Wade (Hubert) and Edmund (Sandra), many nieces, nephews and a circle of relatives and friends, especially her care givers: Jeanette, Lorraine and Patricia. Resting at Dunphy's Funeral Home, Holyrood, visitation on Tuesday from 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 from SS. Peter & Paul Church, Harbour Main. Interment will be in SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Hr. Main. Please visit www.dunphys.ca to sign the memorial guest book or to leave a message of condolence.

COADY, Philip Francis - (May 22nd, 1922 - December 28th, 2015) - Passed away peacefully at 93 years of age at the Veterans Pavilion early Monday morning. Predeceased by his wife Aileen Mary Coady (nee Power), August 2013. He is fondly remembered by his son Philip and his wife Tammy Coady of Atlanta, Georgia; his brother Frank and sister-in-law Margaret Coady of Ontario, Canada; his sister Mary Coady of Halifax, Nova Scotia; many relatives and friends. The family would like to express a special thank you to the Staff at the Veterans Pavilion on VP 2 South for their caring and kindness towards this Merchant Marine Veteran. He was treated with great dignity for the past 2 1/2 years. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, Le Merchant Road on Wednesday, December 30th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.; Thursday, December 31st from 2-4 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Saturday, January 2, 2016 from Mary Queen of the World Catholic Church, St. John's at 9:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Newfoundland and Labrador.

COATES, Edison - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Edison Coates of Winterton age 60 years. Leaving behind with cherished memories wife Dianne, son Gregory, daughter Lori Ash (Ryan) special grandson Dylan Ash, and best his buddy Benji. Brothers and sisters James (Betty), Joann Raine, Jeff (Trudy), Robert, Chris (Rachel), Wayne (Fran), Joan Andrews (Ricky), Sheldon (Heather) and Cindy. Brothers and sisters in law Helen (Max), Effie (Robert), Marjorie (Bill), Rex (Dallas), Harold (Daphne) and Max (Helen).Also a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Cremation has taken place. Resting at Green's Funeral Home, Winterton, with visitation starting on Tuesday December 29 from 2:00 - 5:00 and 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday December 30 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Luke's Anglican Church Winterton.Inurnment in St. Luke's Cemetery, Winterton. No Flowers by request, donations may be made to St. Luke's Memorial Fund. To sign the online memorial guestbook or to send a message of condolence please visit www.greensfuneralservices.ca
Published December 24, 2015

COFFIN, Imelda Mildred - Passed peacefully away surrounded by her loving family at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on Thursday, December 17, 2015. Imelda Coffin age 77 years. Predeceased by her parents: Aloysius and Gertrude Traverse; brother: Dan and grandson Brandon. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories her loving husband of 58 years Kelson; her children: Sylvia (Jim) Osmond, Karen (Bob) Ricketts, Les (Selena) Coffin, Wanda (Perry) Osmond and Aledia (Ralph) Drover; grandchildren: Jamie, Stephen, Corey (Natasha), Matthew, Melissa (John), Tanya (Michael), Leslie, Philip and Brent (Laura); great grandchildren: Coady, Emily and Airia; Imelda's special canine little buddy Lady; brothers: Frank (Rose), Neil (Glenda), and Gordon (Bridget); sister: Jenny Hynes; and special friends: Ken and Betty Mushens, Pearl Smith, Chick Walsh and Ruth Taylor. Also leaving to mourn a large circle of family and friends. The Coffin family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff from the 4th West Floor and 7th West Comfort Care Floor of St. Clare's Mercy Hospital for their continuous care and compassion. At Imelda's request cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Barrett's Funeral Home, 73 Commonwealth Ave, Mt. Pearl on Sunday, December 20, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Monday, December 21, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from Barrett's Chapel, Mt. Pearl. Flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made in Imelda's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

COLLINS (nee Halley), Irene Mary - (1931 - 2015) - Passed peacefully away following a brief illness, Irene Collins, aged 84. Predeceased by parents Thomas and Irene (Cantwell) Halley; six brothers and sisters, including her lifelong 'best friend' Mary; and youngest son John. Irene leaves to remember and celebrate her life Dr. John F. Collins her husband; children Victoria, Mark (Leann) and Elaine (Joseph Llamzon); grandchildren Emma, Samuel and Abigail Collins, and Thomas Llamzon; as well as a wide circle of family and friends. Born in St. John's in 1931, Irene was educated at the Mercy Convent, St. John's, and the Sacred Heart Convent in Halifax. After receiving her RN from the Royal Victoria Hospital School of Nursing, Montreal, she worked at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, New York, and later in occupational health at Time magazine in New York City. Following her return to St. John's and marriage in 1959, she opened Jack and Jill, one of the province's first home support agencies. She later attended Memorial University, receiving a BA and a B.Ed. She was a member of the board of directors, and later the executive director of the Victorian Order of Nurses in St. John's. After retiring, she turned her attention to documenting the genealogy of her family branches, authoring three books. The family would like to send special thanks to the dedicated physicians and nurses who treated Irene at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, as well as to Dr. Marie O'Dea and Dr. Maureen Bourgeois. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 29, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Carnell's Funeral Home, Freshwater Rd. A Funeral will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 30, at 9:30 a.m. at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Torbay Road. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Memorial University. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com
Published December 28, 2015

CONDON (nee Sullivan), Bridie - Passed peacefully away in the presence of her family in her 99th year on 21 December 2015. Predeceased by her parents Ellen and Patrick Sullivan; husband Bertie; son Terry; daughter-in-law Anne Marie; sisters: Annie (Clarence) O'Toole and Sr. Patrice; brothers: Rob (Alice), Aidan (Maude), Cyril (Bessie), Harold (Catherine) and Tom; and members of the Condon and Sullivan families. Leaving to mourn with loving memories are her children: Patricia (Dave Hearn), Alfred (Cathy), Mark (Anne Marie) and Erin (Ed Pennell); her 11 precious grandchildren: Chris (Denise), Stephen (Melissa) and Andrea (Michael Harvey) Hearn; Kieran and Krista (John Rolls) Condon; Terri Lynn (Shawn Connolly), Seanna (Brent Decker) and Paul Condon; Leah (Neil Trahey) and Kayla (Chris Bulger) Condon and Megan (Dennis Fennelly) Condon; her darling 7 great-grandchildren: William and Isabelle Harvey, Jenna and Jack Rolls, Gabriel and Simon Decker, and Amber Hearn; her dear sister and brother: Joan (Gerald deceased) Costello and Alf Sullivan (Mary); her sisters-in-law: Ida Sullivan and Agnes Condon Bolos; as well as many devoted nieces and nephews, and friends of Calvert. Remains resting at Ryan's Funeral Home, Bay Bulls with visitation on Wednesday, 23 December from 12 noon - 9 PM. Funeral from Immaculate Conception Church, Calvert on Thursday, 24 December at 10 AM. No flowers by request. Donations in her memory may be made to the Calvert Church and Hall Committee or to a charity of one's choice.
"We give thanks to God alwaysfor you. -Thessalonians 1:2"

CONROY (nee Carter), Marion Elizabeth - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 1st, 2015 at St Luke's Homes, Marion Elizabeth (Carter) Conroy, age 90 years. Predeceased by husband Hugh O'Neill Conroy (2010), her parents Austen Carter and Caroline (McKay) Carter and her siblings Louise, Jean, Bill and Bob. Leaving to mourn her sons: Jim (Joan) and Peter (Audrey); grandchildren: Emily (Jarred), Megan (Wayne), Caelie and Tara; great-grandson Zachary. Also Mary Conroy who maintained a close relationship with Marion and visited her regularly at St Luke's.Her brother Austin (Sybil) and their family in Halifax, NS. The family would like to thank Dr. Julian Vaughan-Jackson, Debbie Manuel and all the staff of Pleasant View Terrace and Trinity Square units at St Luke's for their loving and compassionate care of Marion, you made mom feel safe, comfortable and loved. Cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving visitors at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th. A funeral service will be held at the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Monday, December 7th, 2015 at 11 a.m. with inurnment to follow at Belvedere Cemetery. Flowers accepted or donations in her memory may be made to St. Luke's Homes. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

COWAN, Audrey Pearl - Passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2015 with her family by her side. Audrey Pearl Cowan, age 76 years was predeceased by her parents Benjamin and Nellie Butt, sister Eliza and Edgar Cowan. Audrey leaves to mourn, her daughter, Ramona Hobson (David); son, Ian; four grandchildren, Sarah, Hannah, Bailey and Bradley; sisters, Debbie Butt, Marie Martin (Ted) and Linda Wasilew; brothers Joseph Butt (Anne) and Ted Butt (Elaine); niece, April Butt and a large circle of other relatives and friends. As per Audrey's request cremation has taken place; there will be no visitation or funeral. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date.

COWAN, Edgar - Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on December 27, 2015, Edgar Cowan age 86 years. Predeceased by parents James and Marjorie and brother John. Left to celebrate his life are his children Romona (Dave) Hobson and Ian; grandchildren Bradley, Bailey, Hannah and Sarah; sister Sylvia (Norman) Viguers; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road, on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Private inurnment at a later date. No flowers by request. Donations may be made in Edgar's name to The Shriners.

CROFT, Nellie - It is with heart felt sadness that we say goodbye to Nellie Croft. Nellie was known for her compassion, kindness and most of all her humour. 66 years, brought Nellie a full life of putting smiles on others faces. Nellie was the loving mother of three children. Leaving to mourn her loving husband, Raphael Croft. The eldest son, Darryl Croft and his partner Valerie Kenny and grandchildren Daniel and Darren Kenny. As well mourning Nellie is her daughter Gwen Ann Croft and grand-daughter Amiron McGrath, and Nellie's youngest son Shawn Croft and his wife Robyn Croft with three grandchildren, Ava Croft, Vince Croft, and Jax Croft. Nellie has left us to join her parents Ambrose Quinn and Anna Quinn and her two brothers James and Peter Quinn. Leaving to mourn Nellie is her sisters Marg White and Geraldine Quinn and brother Gerard Quinn. And many family and friends. Nellie's favourite saying was, "Well done yourself". And so it is. We will miss you so. OX.Resting at Ryan's Funeral Home, Bay Bulls, on Sunday December 20th and Monday December 21st, from 2-9pm. Mass of Christian burial to be held at Holy Apostle's RC Church, Renews, on Tuesday December 22nd at 11am.Interment to follow at Holy Apostle's RC Cemetery, Renews.
Published December 21, 2015

DAVIS, Alyssa (Sunshine) - It is with heavy hearts that the family of Alyssa Davis (Sunshine) announce her tragic and untimely passing on 23 December 2015, at the age of 17 years. Leaving to mourn her mother Sherree-Lin (nee Kavanagh), her father Brian, her brother Tyler (Kayla), her sister Jhessi, her two little men Anton and Caden, her grandparents Thomas and Shirley Kavanagh, Joseph and Lil Davis, her Uncle Gary and Aunt Maddie Kavanagh, her Uncle Cory and Aunt Zoe Kavanagh, her nephew TJ, and her cousins Meghann and Tristan. Alyssa also leaves to mourn many friends and extended family. The family will be receiving family and friends in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home in Kelligrews on Tuesday 29 December from 2-4 pm, and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday 30 December at St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Manuel's at 10 am. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Mental Health Association-Newfoundland and Labrador in her name. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

DAWE, Susie Margaret - (February 13th, 1924 - December 1st, 2015) - Passed peacefully away in the early morning hours of December 1st, 2015 at the St. John's Long Term Care Facility (LTC), Susie Margaret Dawe, age 91 years. Predeceased by her husband, William R. Dawe Jr.; darling infant granddaughter, Jennifer; precious grandson, Mark; father and mother, Samuel and Fanny Greenland; brothers and sisters: Ned Greenland (Minnie), Tena Boone (Bob), Emma Gilbert (Newman), Harry Greenland (Lillian), Bill Greenland, Catherine Greenland, Alice Greenland, and Mary Greenland; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Leslie and Meta Dawe, Emmie and Philip Embury, Eddie Derraugh, Cecil Dawe, Harry and Jean Dawe, Ronald and Betty Dawe, and Gilbert Dawe. Left to mourn her passing and to celebrate her long life and independent spirit, her loving and devoted daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Everett Fancey; loving granddaughter, Renée Fancey, whom she adored; youngest brother, Ralph Greenland (Evelyn), Coley's Point; sisters-in-law: Ethel Derraugh, Huguette Dawe, and Marina MacDonald (Les); many nieces and nephews especially, Mavis Benz (Lee); and Rosalie Fancey, R.N. (Kevin) who gave her such wonderful care. Special thanks to the doctors and nursing staff of LTC 4SE for their care and compassion, and to her family doctor, Dr. Santhi Murthy, for her many home visits and care over the years. Cremation has taken place. Service from Carnell's Memorial Chapel, 329 Freshwater Rd. on Saturday, December 5th at 10 am, with interment to follow at Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Susie's memory to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

DAWE, William - (1929 - 2015) - Passed peacefully away at Carbonear General Hospital on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, Mr. William C. Dawe of Sawdust Road, Bay Roberts, aged 86 years. Predeceased by parents William and Fanny Dawe (nee Badcock); sisters-in-law: Marion and Elizabeth; brothers: Arthur Dawe, John Dawe and James Mercer. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Mary Jane Dawe; daughters: Veronica (Fraser) Kippenhuck, Debra (Graham) Mugford, Elaine (Leo) Hanlon; son William C. Jr. (Diane); sister-in-law Edith; grandchildren: Andrew (Lucy), Adam (Stacey), Joshua (Jeanette), Daisy (Jeremy), Jessica (Brandon), Caitlin; great-grandchildren: Emma, Rachel and Kimberly. Resting at Moore's Funeral Home, Bay Roberts with visitation on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 12-9 PM; Thursday: 10 AM - 12 Noon. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 2 PM from Grace United Church, Coley's Point with interment at the Grace United Cemetery, Coley's Point. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Lung Association.

DEMPSEY, David Matthew - (December 3rd, 1987 - December 25th, 2015) - Early Christmas Morning (December 25, 2015) in Sydney, NS, a big man with an even bigger heart left us to be held in the arms of his grandmothers Sarah Dempsey, Claudine Basset, grandfather James Bassett and uncle David Bassett in heaven. David had a smile and laughter that was contagious, he filled a room with his presence. Unfortunately his heart was not able to keep up with him. David was a fiercely loyal man and full of love for all that were close to him. He had so many friends, many lifelong friends made through his love of baseball and bowling and also his coworkers from George Street. His love of tradition kept him close to his Irish and Indian heritage, often seen through his passion for Irish music. David left this world happy, successful and loved, for that we are truly grateful. Left to celebrate his life his loving family, parents Patrick Dempsey and Elizabeth (Bibby) nee Bassett, grandfather Patrick Dempsey, brother Patrick Dempsey (Jenny Hawley), soulmate Suzanne Lilly and son Joshua Lilly. David had a very large circle of friends and close knit family who are all devastated by his passing. His cousins: Christopher Dempsey, Angela Dempsey, Zachary Hayes (Melissa), Amy Hynes (Matthew), Lauren Strong, John Barbour (Jennifer), Morgan Hayes, Joshua Strong, Melissa Dempsey, Nicole Dempsey, Michael Barbour, Dennis Breen (Cindy), Monty Hall, Claudine Hennessey (Paul), Glenda Hall, Lyndall Bassett and Thaddeus Bassett. Aunts and uncles: Erin Dempsey (Gail), Carmel Strong (Robert), Gerri Barbour (Roger), Mary Hayes (Max), Noel Dempsey (Glennys), Sarah Dempsey, John Dempsey, Mary Lou Hall (Rod), Dorothea MacLaughlan (Craig), Cathy Steer (Ian) and Jane Paxton-Bassett. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home LeMarchant Rd on Wednesday, December 30th from 3-9 pm and Thursday, December 31st from 10 am - 4 pm. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, January 2nd 9:30 am from St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crs. Cremation to follow.
David, may the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your face and rain fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.

DOYLE, John Joseph - Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa December 22, 2015 in his 72nd year. He is predeceased by his wife of 46 years, Linda Doyle. He is also predeceased by his parents Joseph and Mary Doyle of Petty Harbour, Newfoundland. He will be sadly missed by his son James Doyle (Kamalia) of Port Perry and his daughter Tanya Greeley (Sean) of Oshawa as well as the apples of his eyes his grandchildren Mykenzie, Shelby, Layla, Jamieson and Dylan. He leaves behind his sister Marie (predeceased Melvin Sellars), Jerry (Janie), Francis (Jane), Stan (Linda), Gary (Marian), Joe (Patsy) as well as lots of nieces and nephews. There will be a celebration of John's life, to be held in the spring. Further details to be arranged. Please contact Tanya for further information. Donations to Lakeridge Health Oshawa or the Diabetes Association. Condolences may be made by visiting www.bensonfuneralhomes.com

ENGLISH, Nicholas - Passed peacefully away surrounded by his family at his side, Nicholas Humbert English, age 75 years. Predeceased by his loving wife of 51 years Stella; sons Nicholas and John; parents Diane and Nicholas. Leaving to mourn his daughters Alice Hearty, Tina (Cec) Whitten and Kim (Pat) Gulliver; grandchildren Nicole Groot, Nicholas and Debra Lee English and Jeffrey, Liam and Nathan Gulliver; sisters Loretta Lynch and Kathleen Dawe; brother-in-law Mike (Bel) Squires and sister-in-law Alice (Jim) Caul; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, especially Jim and Anne Marie Clarke, Paddy Donovan, Shaun Dobbin, Otto Byrne, Patsy Carroll and Paula Ward. Many thanks to the staff of the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Centre, Dr. Ahmad, Dr. Edwards. Dr. Greenland , Dr. Lear, Dr. Jackman, Dr. Eaton, and Kelly Collins, R.N. and members of the Public Health Team, Pharmacy staff of Sobeys, Merrymeeting Road. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Monday and Tuesday 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 from Caul's Chapel at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. Donations may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation or flowers gratefully accepted.
Published December 28, 2015

ESCOTT, Kathleen May - Passed peacefully away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at the L.A. Miller Center surrounded by her loving family Kathleen May Escott age 82 years. Predeceased by her husband George, sons Derrick and Keith, son-in-law Mark Boone, in-laws Elizabeth and Edward; parents Veronica and George Dymond ,brothers Austin, Clarence, Cyril and Herb and sister June Follett. Left to celebrate her life her daughter Valerie Boone, son Paul (Dan) daughter-in-law Jenny, grandchildren Keira, Shannon (P.J.), Shane (Jennifer), Tonya, Tyler and Melanie great-grandchildren Isabella, Markus, Zachary, Benjamin and Jordan as well as sister Patsy Pynn and lifelong friend Sheila Martin. Also leaving to mourn brother-in-law Ed and sisters-in-law Gertie and Bernice and a large circle of other relatives and friends.Special thank you to the staff at Hillcrest Retirement Home and the staff of Palliative Care Unit, L.A. Miller Center. Cremation has taken place. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, 84 Lemarchant Road on Monday, December 28 from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Funeral 11:30 a.m. On Tuesday, December 29, 2015 from Caul's Chapel with inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. No flowers by request donations in her memory may be made to Alzheimers Society or to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Clinic.

EVOY, Edward - It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edward Evoy announce his passing on December 26th, 2015 at the Labrador Health Centre at the age of 83 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife Elizabeth; children Edna (Donny), Gerry (Marie), Mickey (Chris), Madonna (Jim), Shirley (Billy) and Beverley (Mike); nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; siblings Edna, Hannah, Marie and Jerry; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Andrew and Violet Evoy, daughter Pauline, sisters Eileen, Anne and Trudy and brothers Frank, Pat, Tom and Andrew. Funeral service occurred at Fillatre's Funeral Home on December 30th, 2015 in Happy Valley Goose Bay. Internment to take place in Newfoundland at a later date. Donations can be made in his memory to the Janeway Children's Hospital Foundation.

FURLONG, John Edward - (He gave so much to so many) Passed away in the arms of his daughters on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 age 77 yrs. Predeceased by his parents Loretta (Flynn) and Edward Patrick Furlong. He will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 51 years Eleanor (Carew); daughters Kim (Randy) and Judy (Chris); brothers Robert (Alana), Pat (Erica), Dennis (Pierrette), Garry (Marina); sisters Eleanor d, Dolores and Madelyn (Tom); six grandchildren Christopher, Stephen, David, Jonathan, Katie and Sophie; and the Carew family: Joe (Gertrude d), Nick (Ruth), John d, Anne, Danny (Joan d), Marina (Angelo), Sheila and Pat (Jean) and many cherished nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Ed had a long career with NCR Canada, retiring after 38 years of service. He then worked with his son-in-law Chris Mallard at Modern Business Equipment for 12 years. Ed was a volunteer extraordinaire with over 500 hours of service with the Alzheimer's Society of NL doing family support groups across Newfoundland. In 2001, the Lieutenant Govenor awarded Ed with the Newfoundland and Labrador Medal for Volunteerism; an award, which recognizes extraordinary volunteers for their invaluable contribution to our communities and province. He was known as the "pied piper" on the LAMC Alzheimer's Unit where he helped his father and others suffering from the disease. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, sang on the altar of Corpus Christi and volunteered with the St. Vincent to Paul Society organizing many Christmas Food hampers. Ed (aka "FOO") was a proud St. Bon's boy who loved reminiscing about his days at the school and many races against his classmates and bothers. He and Robert would leave Pine Bud Ave racing each other to see if they could make it up the stairs of the school before the bell rang. Ed carried his love for running throughout his life and was seen many Saturdays and Sundays speed walking out LeMarchant Road, climbing up the back of Signal Hill then marching back to his home on 9 Thomas St. One of Ed's proudest moments was when he was chosen to carry the Olympic torch in 1988. Ed loved helping others. He was "Mr. Fix-it", "Johnny on the spot" and was known to have the greenest grass in the 'hood. He had a great sense of humour and zest for life. He could make a 12-string guitar dance and was known for his jiving and theatrical performances with the Corner Brook Playmakers. He will be forever remembered for his devotion to his wife and family, his strong work ethic and positive attitude. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Newfoundland and Labrador. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday, January 2, 2016 and Sunday, January 3, 2016 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, January 4, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. from Corpus Christi Church.

GALLAGHER, Joan Mary - (May 14th, 1931 - December 13th, 2015) - It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing on Sunday, December 13, 2015 of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt - Joan Mary Gallagher (LeGrow) in her 84th year. Predeceased by her husband Doug (June 19, 2000); her parents Fred and Florence LeGrow; brothers Walter, William and Ron and infant sister, Shirley. Left to mourn her six children Florence (Barry Whelan), Annette (Barry Doyle), Joan (Tony Mahon), Mark (Jennifer), Lisa (Phil O'Connell), Doug (Tina); ten grandchildren Kaitlyn, Kyle, Nicole, Jenelle, Jessica, Nicholas, Shawna, Abigayle, Dawson and Devon; sisters Bride Salemno (Dominic), Hilda LeGrow, Florence Whitten (Ernest Whitten-deceased); sisters - in - law Bette Mullett (Paul-deceased) and Sarah LeGrow. Also leaving a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends including the residents of Rickett's Road Manor and her Bingo friends. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses of St. Clare's 4 East and ICU, especially Danielle and Elaine, also her family Dr. Mabel Greene. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, 84 LeMarchant Road on Tuesday from 2 PM - 9 PM and Wednesday from 10 AM - 9 PM. Funeral 9:30 AM on Thursday, December 17, 2015 from St. Patrick's Church, Patrick Street with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted.

GARLAND (nee Young), Elizabeth Violet - R.N. - Passed peacefully away on Tuesday December 8th, 2015 at her happy place in Largo, Florida at the age of 67 surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her parents Reg and Jean (Kirby) Young, and Sister Barbara Connors. She will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband Reid, daughter Patti (Chris Johnston), son Keith (Jennifer) and four wonderful grandchildren whom she loved dearly, Taylor, Ryan, Katelyn and Gavin; brother Bob Young (Elaine), very special aunt Vi Williams; special friends Gail Layden and Joyce Murphy. A large circle of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and many other relatives and friends. Liz was a graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing - class of 1969 and cherished her regular get togethers with her classmates. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Thursday, January 14th from 10 - 12, 2 - 4, and 7 - 9 and on Friday, January 15th from 10 am - 12 noon. A funeral service will take place at Carnell's Memorial Chapel, Freshwater Road at 2:00pm on Friday, January 15th, 2016. Inurnment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the CNIB, the heart and stroke foundation or a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guestbook, please visit www.carnells.com

GIANNOU, Bruce - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bruce Giannou on December 21, 2015, age 62. The world will be a lesser place without him. Predeceased by his parents, Marguerite (2011) and Ted (2002) Giannou and father in law Clayton Boone (1996). Lovingly remembered by his wife Jackie, sons Tim and Michael and daughter in law Erin; his sister Karen Giannou and brother in law Ted Laurentius; mother in law Mollie Boone, step-niece Erica Evely (Matthew) and step-nephew Ted Laurentius Jr. (Shannon).Also a wide circle of family and friends. At Bruce's request cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends may visit the family at Barrett's Funeral Home, 73 Commonwealth Ave. Mt. Pearl on Sunday and Monday, December 27th & 28th, from 2:00pm-5:00pm and 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Memorial service to be held from George Street United Church on Tuesday, December 29th, at 2:00pm. Private interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the SPCA or to Daffodil Place. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

GILBERT (nee Crann), Mildred Breta - It is with saddened hearts we announce the passing of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Mildred Gilbert, on December 23, 2015 at the age of 87 years. Predeceased by husband William (Bill) Gilbert, January, 1998. Leaving to mourn, daughter Barbara Mulcahy (Dennis); sons Rex Gilbert (Gayle Reynolds), Reginald Gilbert, and Wayne Gilbert (Faye Geange); grandchildren, Layla Gilbert, Lee Gilbert (Laurie Johnson), Stephanie Covey (Darren), Adam and Daniel Gilbert, Eoin and Maria Mulcahy, Dylan and Natalie Geange; great-grandchildren William and Cooper Gilbert and Gaia Covey; surviving sisters, Winnie Cave and Lizzie Newhook (Bob). She will also be dearly missed by Elizabeth Gilbert, Ethel Cotton, Gillian Power, Bruce Gilbert, Camille Fouillard, Esmée Gilbert and Léo Gilbert as well as a wide circle of friends and relatives. Funeral service will be held on December 29, 2015, 2 pm, at St. Paul's by the Sea United Church in Fairhaven, Placentia Bay. Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 on December 27 and December 28 at the church. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to St. Paul's by the Sea United Church, Fairhaven.

GILLINGHAM, Harold John (Jack) - (July 17th, 1920- December 30th, 2015) - On December 30, 2015 Harold John (Jack) Gillingham reached the end of his life journey. He died, surrounded by love, two days after being hospitalized during a Christmas visit with family in Alberta. Jack was born in St. John's, Newfoundland, on July 17, 1920, the first of Ken and Minnie (Thorne) Gillingham's six children. He grew up on Golf Avenue where he was first named Jack by a neighbour for whom he ran errands. In September 1939, like his father before, Jack answered his country's call to arms and volunteered for service in the Royal Air Force where he served as a wireless operator with 149 Squadron. On the night of March 1 / 2, 1943, on a raid against Berlin, his bomber was attacked by a night fighter and, as it headed home, the "Skipper" decided that fuel was too low and gave the order to bail out over Gueutteville near Dieppe, France. Jack became a Prisoner of War and was sent to Stalag VIIIB (Lamsdorf) in Poland. He survived the infamous "Long March" which started in January 1945 and was a POW until liberation on Good Friday, March 30th. His desire to return to his beloved Newfoundland was what sustained him. On his return to England Jack was reunited with Adela Harrison. They were married in Rotherham in September 1945 and arrived together in Corner Brook in January 1946. On his return to St. John's, Jack trained as an electrician. After working for City Electrical Company Limited, where he was a shop steward with the IBEW, he went into business with his father as an electrical contractor. In 1965 Jack became an Electrical Inspector with the Newfoundland Power Commission. Over the next ten years he travelled throughout Newfoundland and Labrador where his inspections were concerned with the rural electrification program and development of the provincial power grid. Wherever he went, Jack's approach to work won the respect of all he came in contact with.
Jack's wife Adela succumbed to cancer in December 1968. However, in March 1971 he married Florence Wilson (nee Tilley) and a new amazing family was born. In 1985 Jack retired, and ten years later, after fifty years on Bennett Avenue in St. John's, he moved to Kelligrews which was his much-loved home until his passing.
Over the years Jack was active with the Royal Canadian Legion, Wesley United Church and the Air Force Association of Canada. He was a modest man who learned by hard experience to value life's simple pleasures. Jack was also a man of many practical skills and any project he turned his hand to was done in a first class manner. He was a much loved hero to his family and all who knew him.
In addition to his parents and Adela, Jack was predeceased by his sister Margaret Woolridge, his brothers Gerald, Fred and wife Anne, Roy and wife Mildred, sister-in-law Joan and her husband Hal LeClair, brother-in-law David Tilley, and brother-in-law Ted Barnes. Jack is survived by his loving wife Florence; children David Wilson (Dot), Marilyn Tucker (Richard), Elaine Legge (Albert), Wenda Crummell (Bruce), John (Linda), Karen Miller (George) and Rae-Anne Ornella (Robert); grandchildren Cherie, Greg, Adele, Michelle, Denise, Rick, Andrea, Carolyn, Kelly, Leyna, Angela, Jessica and Marcus; great-grandchildren Ryan, Jayne, Daniel, Meagan, Jayme, Jordan, and baby Jack. He is also survived by his sister Joan Simmonds (Doug), brother-in-law Bruce Tilley (Liz), and sister-in-law Daphne Barnes. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as many close friends, especially Scott and Cathy Oliver and family, plus the fabulous ladies (you know who you are!) of the Sunday card club. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of the Red Deer Regional Hospital for the compassionate care provided to Jack. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews, on Saturday, January 9th, 1-9 p.m.; Sunday, January 10th, noon-9 p.m. Funeral service to take place on Monday, January 11th, 2016 at 2 pm from the James J. Hickey Memorial Chapel, Kelligrews. Interment in the Field of Honour at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted, or donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, the Poppy Fund or Veterans Voices of Canada. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

GREEN, Roger Clifton - (December 10, 1945 - August 9, 2015) -
Roger Clifton Green was born December 10, 1945 in Langley, Worcestershire, England, the second son to Alfred "Erb" and Louie "Lou" (nee Davis) Green.
Growing up in England, a young Roger especially enjoyed time spent with his big brother fixing cars, fishing, and building short wave radios. An athletic and sometimes mischievous lad, he worked part-time at his Uncle Harry's gas station during his high school years when not playing guitar with school friends.
With an inquisitive and gifted mind, Roger entered the undergraduate Medical Biochemistry Program at the University of Birmingham in 1963. Upon earning an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in 1966, he was accepted directly into the Doctoral Program in Biochemistry under the supervision of Dr. Peter O'Brien.
When Dr. O'Brien accepted a position at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN), Roger sought permission to continue his doctoral studies oversees in Canada under his direction, and made the move to St. John's, Newfoundland in 1968.
Roger earned his PhD in 1970 from the University of Birmingham and commenced a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in 1971 at the newly created medical school at MUN, joining the Faculty of Medicine full-time in 1972. He served with the Faculty teaching and researching for 42 years, with the distinction of having taught every doctor that graduated from MUN's medical school. After retiring in September 2014, he held the position of Honorary Research Professor, Discipline of Medical Genetics, continuing to apply his considerable knowledge and experience to ongoing research, a mentor to graduate students as well.
Roger pursued an active life with many diverse interests. Early enjoyment playing football (soccer) followed him to St. John's where he played with the Fieldians. The Canadian wilderness quickly became one of his passions. He enjoyed many camping and canoeing trips across Newfoundland, canvas knapsack always in tow and stocked with the essentials: Swiss Army knife, bread and cheese, compass and map. And often a piece of rope, handy for practicing knots, securing the canoe, or leashing the dog.
Intrigued at understanding how things worked - ranging from testing the claims of waterproof watches to experimenting with shutter speed as a young, avid photographer to computer programming a provincial-scale database to support medical research - he was keen to use the latest technology, including GPS. He set up the first geocache in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2001.
He most enjoyed simple moments of solitude, especially out on the barrens with his trusted four-legged companion or hunting partner. Sometimes his escape was watching for whales from eastern points, or just reading or tinkering while enjoying a good cup of tea.
Few knew that he used to build wooden furniture as a hobby. Some knew that he used duct tape to hem his pants. Many knew him for his sense of humour and wit. He should also be remembered for the loyal and generous man he was.
Roger is survived by many who miss him deeply. His qualities and interests will continue on in his three children: eldest son Jason (Jennifer) Green, Mississauga, ON, and daughter Zoë (Kevin Hofer) Green, Dundas, ON, born in the early 1970s to then wife Stella; and Zachary Giovannini-Green of Logy Bay, NL, born in the late 1980s to partner Gemma Giovannini. He is missed terribly by all.
Grandad's playful ways and infinite curiosity will especially be missed by Jason's boys Nathan and Callum, and Zoë's sons Targän and Quillan.
Leaving to mourn in the United Kingdom, beloved brother Brian (Pat) Green of Bourneheath, Worcestershire, England; nieces Julie (Paul) and Karen (Mark); great nieces and nephews Adrian, Michelle, Lorna, and Joseph; and great-great niece Jessica.
Roger was a special part of the extended Giovannini family, the Poynter and McNicholas families, and admired by Gus and Kay Etchegary and family. He is survived by Gemma's brother Albert Giovannini, Burlington, ON, and children Gregory, Gina, and Dylan; and predeceased by Gemma's sister Creusa (Ian) Hendry, Montreal, QC, and their daughters Cynthia (Joseph) Williams, Calgary, AB, and Stephanie (Thomas) Poynter, Boston, MA, and their families.
Roger leaves behind a group of dear friends and exceptional colleagues each with their own very special memories of him. Know that he appreciated your friendship and the times you shared together.
December 10th would have been Roger's 70th birthday. We all raised a glass to him.

GRENIER, Nellie Florence - (June 9th, 1941 - December 22nd, 2015) - Stephenville, NL (Formally from Islington, Trinity Bay, NL)
It is with very heavy hearts that the family of the Late Nellie Grenier announce her passing on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville, NL at the age of 74 years. Nellie will be forever loved, missed and remembered by her son Paul (Carolyn) Grenier; daughter Janet (Wayne) Lewis; daughter-in-law Nellie Grenier; grandchildren: Cheryl (Jason) Gabriel, Sharon (Trevor) Wood, Brian (Heather Specht) Grenier, Bethany (David) Parsons, Stacey (Kelly) Steinke, Patrick Lewis, Leah (Ian Kozeyah) Lewis, Sarah Lynn Grenier, Crystal Grenier, Jordan Grenier; great-grandchildren: Kenny & Austin Gabriel, Carter Wood, Kayla Specht, Natalie & Lilly Parsons, Katie Steinke; sisters: Shirley Woodring (Chuck), Francis (Eric) Brenton, brother Alec (Emily) Harnum; brother-in-law Bob Welsh; sister-in-law Muriel Morris as well as many nieces, nephews other family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John, parents Sidney & Evelyn Harnum; son Roger; sisters: Elaine Harnum, Olive Welsh; brother StirlingHarnum; brother-in-law Raymond Morris. Cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium. A celebration of Nellie's life will take place on Monday, December 28, 2015 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the home of her son Paul, 20 Pleasant Avenue, Stephenville. All are welcome. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Canon Kris Goose officiating. Inurnment will take place in the Roman Catholic Section of Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Stephenville, NL following the service. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to The Bay St. George Sick Children's Foundation, P. O. Box 492, Stephenville, NL, A2N 3A3. To sign the family guest book or make a memorial online donation please visit our website at www.fillatre.ca    Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing, NL.

HARRIS (nee Perry), Mary - (September 12th, 1930 - December 30th, 2015) - Passed peacefully away on December 30, 2015, Mary Harris. Predeceased by her husband George Harris; her parents Fred and Catherine Perry; brothers Bruce (Jean) and Martin; sisters Barbara Halley (Jim) and Celine Burke. Leaving to mourn with great love her son Micha; his wife Lori-Ann; grandchildren Mitchell, Rachel and Veronica; great grandson David; her brother Paul; brother-in-law John Burke; and many special nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Visitation to follow at Carnell's Funeral Home Freshwater Road on Sunday, January 3, 2016 2-4 and 7-9. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's name may be made to The Children's Wish Foundation. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com
"With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy."

HEPDITCH, Sandra - Passed peacefully away at the L. A. Miller Centre on Saturday, December 12, 2015 of Kelligrews, age 70 yrs. Predeceased by her parents Melvin and Elsie Burry, brother Gordon and sister Eileen. Leaving to mourn her husband Calvin, sons Craig (Cheryl) and Kent (Dena), daughter Nicole, grandchildren Kiefer, Codie, Laura, Sara, Ryan, Kayla, Jordan, Luke, Stephen and Hilary, brothers Louis (Veronica), Glenn, Boyd (Donna), Colin (Evelyn), sisters Betty (Kevin) and Donna. Also nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Sunday from 7-9 pm, Monday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm, Tuesday from 10-12 noon. Funeral service to take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 2 pm from the Salvation Army Corps, Long Pond. Interment in the Salvation Army Cemetery, Long Pond. No flowers by request, donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

HICKEY, Sister Anne - (formerly Sister M. Albert) - Passed peacefully away at Presentation Convent, Cathedral Square, St. John's on Monday, December 21, 2015, aged 87 years. Predeceased by her parents Catherine and David Hickey of Outer Cove, her brothers Patrick, William, Jack and Martin; her sister Bride (David, dec.) Kean. Leaving to mourn and celebrate her life are: her sisters - Catherine (Cyril, dec.) Lynch, Margaret (Joseph, dec.) Cadigan, PartriciaJanssens, Mary Hickey, Josephine (Ray) Corquodale, Magdalene (Peter) Watts; her brothers - Michael (Lynn), David (Josephine); sisters-in-law - Mary, Florence and Josephine; many devoted and attentive nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, relatives, friends and the Presentation Sisters. Sister Anne is resting at Presentation Motherhouse, Cathedral Square, St. John's. Visitation will take place on Monday, December 21st from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.; Tuesday, December 22nd from 10:00 - 12:00; 2:00 - 4:00, and 7:00 - 9:00, with a Vigil Service at 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist on Wednesday, December 23rd at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at the Presentation Cemetery, Cathedral Square.

HICKMAN, Thomas James Stoodley - Passed peacefully away at home in the presence of his loving family on December 11, 2015. Tom was born to Chester and Jane Hickman in Grand Bank, NL on May 10, 1941 and left home at the age of 15 to work in the construction industry. In 1966, he met his wife Margaret while she was working as a nurse in Bay d'Espoir and they married 8 months later. After many years working for other firms in the construction industry, in 1979 he founded what is now known as the Marco Group of Companies. Although Tom had many professional and financial successes, he was most proud of the family he and Marg created. Married for 49 years, they were best friends who held hands until the end and enjoyed their life together in NL and Venice, Florida. Tom leaves, with much love, his wife Margaret (Kavanagh), his son Christopher and his wife Donna, his daughters Stephanie (David Fay) and Cheryl. His grandsons Thomas and Alex Hickman, whom he watched grow into fine young men, brought him great joy and pride. He was predeceased by his sister Betty Smith and her husband Vernon and his nephew Scott Adams. He also leaves his brother, Henry (Joyce), sister Mildred Adams (Clayton), his sister-in-law Mary Burton, his lifelong friends, George Chafe, Godfrey (Birch) Wedgwood, Maurice Quinton and Michael Novac and a wide circle of relatives and dear friends. Tom will be remembered as a force of nature who met each challenge with hard work, determination and integrity. He got up each day with a smile and looked forward to what each day would bring, with his wife and family always by his side. He was a lover of politics, English football, travel, history, woodworking, peonies, Sunday morning Hymn Sing and red nibs. The Hickman family wishes to thank Dr. Thavanathan, who treated Tom with extraordinary care and respect over the past fourteen months and his friends and neighbours Dr. Anne Williams and Andrea Murray, both of whom were tremendous sources of support and care during his lengthy illness. We also wish to thank all of his nurses, in particular Melanie Quinlan and Jill Greeley at Community Health. Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, St. John's, NL, on Sunday, December 13 and Monday, December 14 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian burial will take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 9:30 am at St. Pius X Church. Private interment to follow at a later date. Tom loved flowers and they are gratefully accepted or donations may be made in his name to VOWR. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

HODDER, Reuben Mason
Passed on: December 25th, 2015
Passed peacefully awat at the Palliative Care Unit at the Placentia Health Centre, on December 25, 2015, Reuben Mason Hodder, at the age of 62.Predeceased by his son Cory, parents William and Myrtle Hodder, his brother William Henry, and father-in-law James Deir. Leaving to mourn, his loving wife Reverend Sylvia, son Kenneth (Kimberley), daughter Kimberley (Lorne McGrath), precious grandchildren Kyle Hodder and Caitlin McGrath, brothers Harvey and Charlie, sisters Evelyn, Blanche, Olive, Ada and Christine, mother-in-law Jessie Deir, as well as a large circle of family and friends. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Maher's Funeral Home, Placentia, with visitation on Saturday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm, and Sunday from 2-9 pm. Funeral Service to take place 2 pm on Monday, December 28th at St. Martin's Anglican Church, Dunville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in loving memory of Reuben to his family.

HUDSON, Gwendolyn (nee Noseworthy)
Passed on: December 26th, 2015
Passed peacefully away on Saturday, December 26, 2015, at Health Science Centre at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Edna Noseworthy, husband Thomas L. Hudson, sons Gerald and Clement, also brothers and sisters Allan Noseworthy, Jean Belbin, Irene Warford, Beatrice Cross and Lloyd Noseworthy. Lovingly remembered by her daughters Gail Everson (Billy), Nancy Penton, daughter-in-law Barbara Hudson, grandchildren Sheri Noseworthy (Carl), Tommy Hudson (Lisa), Nancy Delaney (Ron), Clem Hudson (Valerie), Jennifer Everson, David and Benjamin Penton and great-grandchildren Jasmine, Autumn, Julie, Maggie, Thomas, Drew and Frankie, sister Cheryl Taylor, sister-in-law Joan Noseworthy, brother-in-law Ron Warford, nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends. The family would like to express a special thank you to the Staff of 4 South B, for their kindness and care over the past 5 weeks. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, Freshwater Rd, Monday from 2-9 pm and Tuesday from 10-9 pm. A Service will be held on Wednesday December 30, 2015 at 11 a.m. in Pouch Cove at the Memorial United Church. Interment to follow in Memorial United Cemetery, Pouch Cove. Flowers will be gratefully accepted, or donations can be made to Memorial United Church, Pouch Cove. To leave a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book please visit www.carnells.com

HUTCHINGS, George (Frere') - Passed peacefully away in the presence of his loving family on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at the age of 87. Predeceased by his loving wife Nora, May 2, 2015. He was a member of CBS Lions Club for 44 years and Co-founder of CBS Volunteer Fire Department. Left with a lifetime of memories are his children Ann (Terry Wade), Sharon (Jim Smith), Brian (Cathy), Linda (Thomas Kane), Suzan (Dennis White), Jennifer (Curtis Adams), Rod (Rena) and grandchildren Terrence, Jonathon, Chelsea (Ben), Robyn (Sheldon), James, Stephanie (Luc), Christopher (Andrea), Katie (Mitchell), Lindsey (Charles), Robert (Danielle), Ronnie (Melanie), Emily (Craig), Ashley and Jillian. Also great-grandchildren Brenden, Nadiah, Ava, Addisyn, Macie, Kathryn, Nathan, Rylan and soon to be Baby Wells.Also remembered by brother Bob Hutchings, sisters-in law Helen Smith, Lucy Nickerson and Jeannette Gleeson and numerous nieces, nephews.A special thank you to the exceptional staff of Meadow Creek Retirement Centre, who go above and beyond each and every day.Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Saturday from 3 - 9 pm, Sunday from 2 - 9 pm. Funeral service to take place from St. John the Evangelist Church, Topsail on Monday, December 28, 2015 at 11 am.Inurnment in St. Thomas of Villanova Cemetery, Topsail. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp, P.O.Box 760 Bishop's Falls, NL. AOH 1CO. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

JENNINGS, Naidian Victoria - Passed peacefully away at L. A. Miller Centre on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 of Seal Cove, CBS, age 59 yrs. Leaving to mourn her husband Roy, daughter Nancy Tucker (Art), son Douglas (Linda), grandchildren Ashton, Kenyan, Arthur, Ashlee and Hannah. Also brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. At Naidian's request, there will be no visitation or funeral services. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

KANE, William - Passed peacefully away at the L. A. Miller Centre in the presence of his family on Saturday, December 12, 2015 of Kelligrews, age 72 yrs. Predeceased by his parents William and Elizabeth, twin grandsons Alexander and Jack. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Theresa, son Paul (Megan), daughter Jennifer, grandchildren Kobe, Chloe and William, brothers Jimmy and Ambrose, sisters Mary, Annie, Doreen, Pauline, Cathy, Betty and Marg.Also nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Monday and Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass to take place on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 10 am from St. Edward's Church, Kelligrews. Interment in St. Edward's Cemetery, Kelligrews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

KAVANAGH (nee Burt), Lorraine - It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Lorraine Kavanagh (nee Burt) of St. John's (formerly Calvert) at 72 years of age. Lorraine passed at the Health Sciences Center, surrounded by her ever-loving family. Born in Clarenville on September 2, 1943, Lorraine is predeceased by her parents, Garland and Anne Burt, stepfather Leonard Peddle and family, loving husband Ambrose Kavanagh, son Leonard and daughter Corrine, brothers Tom, Ray and Ed Burt, along with friends Bride, Nanny Bee and many others who she loved and cared for. Leaving to mourn her daughter Joanne Fennelly (Ron), sons Tony (Jackie), Ted (Amy), Glen (Heidi), grandchildren Jason (Christa), Shawn, Ronnie, Natasha (Charles), Jacob, Jayden, Luke, great-grandchildren Clara Rose, Julian, Donté, brother Garry Burt (Anne), sister Grace Burt, special sister-in-law Alice Kavanagh and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws in the Burt and Kavanagh families, special friends Joyce, Jeannie, Rosie and many more. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and medical staff of the surgical and CVICU units at the Health Sciences Centre; who's care, attention and kind words about our dear mother will never be forgotten and to Ryan's Funeral Home, Father Kenneth Walsh and those who helped out in any way with the service, Mass and reception. Thanks for the overwhelming support from all family and friends and anyone who we may have unintentionally forgotten to mentioned through our tears. Resting at Ryan's Funeral Home, Bay Bulls, on Tuesday December 15th from 1-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial to take place from Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, Calvert Wednesday at 10 am, Inurnment to follow at Holy Trinity R.C. Cemetery, Ferryland, followed by an open reception at Calvert Community Centre. 
Rest in Peace Our Dearest Soul, "See You Later Gator" from all your little ones.
Published December 14, 2015

KEATING-BUDDEN, Stella - Our beloved mother was called home to the arms of her Saviour on December 31, 2015. To celebrate her life are her children Lois (Ralph), David (Carol), Debbie (Sandy), Paul (Sandra), Rhonda (Brian), and Darlene. 17 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and special grandson Ryan. Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Hillcrest Estates who made her feel so special. Visitation at Carnell's Funeral Home 329 Freshwater Road on Saturday January 2nd from 7-9pm and Sunday January 3rd 2-4 & 7-9. A Service will be held at Carnell's Memorial Chapel on Monday January 4 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow, at Anglican Cemetery Forest Rd. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To leave a message of condolence or sign the memorial guestbook please visit www.carnells.com

KING, Gertrude Anita - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Complex on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 of Kelligrews, age 81 yrs. Leaving to mourn sister Theresa Gillingham, brothers Edward King and Paul King. Also nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends especially the Staff and Residents of Morgan's Community Care Home, Kelligrews and Community Care Program. Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will take place on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 10 am from the James J. Hickey Memorial Chapel, Kelligrews. Inurnment in St. Edward's Cemetery, Kelligrews. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

KING, Michael - Retired employee of the City of St. John's - Passed peacefully away at the Agnes Pratt Home on Thursday, December 3, 2015, Michael F. King, aged 72 years. Predeceased by his parents Alex and Agnes and brother Gerald King. Left with fond and loving memories his son Michael (Melissa), grandchildren Zachary, Adam and Aiden; daughter Lisa (Jason) and grandchild Ethan; brother and sisters Marion (Vic), Karen (John), Linda (Cal), Edward (Mary), Barb (Reg), Brian (Monica), Mary, Frances and Sharon as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Special thanks to the Agnes Pratt Home. Cremation has taken place. No visitation by request. Family and friends are welcomed to a funeral service that will take place on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 11 a.m. from Caul's Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer's society. To sign the online guest book please visit www.cauls.ca

KIRKLAND (nee Farrell), Mary Rita - It's with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mary Kirkland on Saturday, December 19th, 2015 at the Palliative Care Unit, L.A. Miller Centre. An avid salmon fisherman, wildlife observer and expert raisin tea bun maker of the Gander River at 4th Pond Bar; this family loving adventurer opened her heart and home to everyone she met. This life was full of family and, of course, friends. Mourning her loss is husband George and her two sons George Jr. and John. Also mourning today is George Jr.'s wife Kelly and their two sons George and Samy. As well, John's wife Michelle and their two sons David and Colin. Predeceased by her eldest sister Patricia, parents Jack and Catherine Farrell, she leaves two brothers John (Erzsi) and Ed (Val) and two sisters Catherine and Eileen (Reg) with many loved nieces, nephews and extended family. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, your heartfelt feelings, humorous stories and past adventures can be shared starting on Sunday, December 20th, from 7-9 pm and Monday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. from Mary Queen of Peace Church, Torbay Rd. with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. A reception to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Care Foundation. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

KITSELMAN, Agatha Teresa - Passed away on December 31st, 2015 after a lengthy illness, Agatha Teresa Kitselman, aged 77 years. Leaving to mourn, Common law husband Garry Gushue, son Dalton Kitselman and wife Jennifer. Three very dear grandchildren Kayla, Melissa & Dylan.Also, brother in law Jerry Gushue & wife Violet.As well as other relatives and friends. Her remains will be cremated followed by a service at Barrett's Chapel, 328 Hamilton Ave., on Tuesday, January 5th, 2016 at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the online guest book.

Lush, Joan Mariam
May 10th, 1941-Dececmber 9th, 2015
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Joan (Mariam) Lush, at the Health Sciences Center, on December 9th, after a courageous battle with a cardiac condition. She will be joining the heavens with her beloved husband, Sterling, the one and only love of her life. Leaving to mourn are her two children Sherry and Sean, granddaughters Sarah and Jessica, and an endless circle of loving family and close friends. We will celebrate her life at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, with visitation starting Thursday and Friday, December 11th and 12th, from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M.. A funeral service will be held at St. Augustine's Church on Westerland Road, Saturday, December 13th at 3 P.M.. Cremation to follow. Joan loved flowers and animals! Flowers or a donation to the SPCA in Gander will be gratefully accepted in her honor. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guestbook please visit www.carnells.com
(Contributed by Sandra Churchill)

MAJOR, Donald James "Jim" - Age 77, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia passed away 31 December 2015 at the QEII VG Hospital. Born in North Sydney, he was a son of the late James and Mary (Ings) Major. Jim was a member of the Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia. He enjoyed wood-working, chocolate fudge making and "experimental" wine making. Jim is survived by his wife Janet (Udle) Major, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia; daughter: Heidi (Gary) Cameron, Dieppe, New Brunswick; son: Chris (Leah) Major, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia; sister: Alice (Tom) Walsh, Mount Pearl, Newfoundland; brother: John (Alma) Major, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia; grandchildren, Ben, Autumn and Dylan Major, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. He is also survived by sisters-in-law, Dauphne Wyatt, St. John's Newfoundland, Allison (Jim) Goodwin, Toronto, Ontario and Sandy (Egbert) Walters, St. John's Newfoundland and many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 7 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm in Woodlawn United Church, Woodlawn Rd, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The Funeral Service will be held at 2pm on Friday, January 8 at Woodlawn United Church, Woodlawn Rd, Dartmouth, Rev. Phillip Kennedy officiating, with a reception to follow in the church hall. Interment to take place in Dartmouth Memorial Gardens at a later date. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society or a Charity of one's choice. Thank-you to all those that helped and supported Jim through his journey. Special thanks to Mitch, Stephanie, Krista and the VG Palliative Care Team. Online condolences may be made by visiting the Dartmouth Chapel at www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com

MARTIN, Lorraine May - It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Lorraine May Martin (nee Harnum) on Sunday, December 13, 2015 at the Dr. L.A. Miller Centre. Predeceased by parents: Ethel and Gordon Harnum. Leaving to mourn her loving husband William (Bill) Martin; son Gordon (Olivia) Clarke; daughter Sharon (Jeff) Andrews and her much loved grandchildren: Emily, Charlotte and Victoria; special Godchild Rebecca Morgan; sister Shirley (Jason) Brace; brother David Harnum (Carol Hinchey); brother-in-law Don (Linda) Martin; sister-in-law Verna (Edgar) Gosse; aunt Teresa Jarvis and family; also many nieces and nephews especially Tina and Christine. Also her church family and a very wide circle of dear friends. At Lorraine's request cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held at Salvation Army, CBS Corps, 331 CBS Highway on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 2 p.m. A reception will follow the service in the church hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to a charity of ones choice. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

McALLISTER, Barbara Mary - Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Center on Saturday, December 12, 2015 Barbara Mary McAllister (Tizzard) age 82 years, after a struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Predeceased by her husband William H. Left to cherish her memory are two sons Anthony Craig (Irma) and William S. (Dana); two daughters Barbara Noseworthy (Andrew) and Susan Riddell (Wilfred) and eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Also leaving to mourn her brothers and sisters-in-law as well as the residents and staff of Meadow Creek Retirement Home. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, 84 LeMarchant Road on Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and Monday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. from St. Patrick's Church with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the Alzheimers Society.

McDONALD, Louis William
Born: March 30th, 1927
Passed on: December 19th, 2015
It is with great sadness that the family of Lou McDonald announce his passing at the age of 88. Lou was predeceased by his wife, Patricia; parents, Bill and Mary; brother, Bren; sister, Joan Delaney. He leaves to mourn with loving memories his daughter, Mary Catherine Hancock and her husband, Gary; his sons, Bill, Bob, Ian, and Ian's fiancée, Danielle Baldwin; grandchildren, Matthew, Colin and Laura Hancock; sisters, Jean Shea, Rose Taylor and Loretta Dickhout; niece, Joan Shea; nephew, Brian Shea; as well as his other relatives and friends. No visitation by request. Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 9:30 from St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

McKEEVER (nee Ashton), Joan - Died peacefully in St. John's on Monday, December 21, 2015, Joan McKeever at the age of 94. Joan was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Robert McKeever, in 1976. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her children Patrick, Adrian (Heather Barter), Victoria (Howard Lawlor) and Thomas (Margaret), her grandchildren Jennifer Lawlor, Jeremy Lawlor, Cecily McKeever and Tristan McKeever, and her devoted live-in caregiver, Imelda Mata. Joan will also be remembered by her many friends and in particular by Eddie and Emmie Marsh, Patricia Mercer and Peter and Patricia Young. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Denise Cahill, Nurse Practitioner, and Madonna Halleran, Community Health Nurse, for their many years of exceptional care, support and friendship. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue on Sunday, December 27, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm, and on Monday, December 28 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be held at St. Augustine's Anglican Church, 1 Westerland Road, on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 2 pm. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road (QuidiVidi Lake entrance). A lifelong volunteer and humanitarian, Joan was Chair of the St. John's Branch of the Unitarian Service Committee of Canada for over 30 years. Donations in her memory may be made to USC Canada, 56 Sparks Street, Suite 705, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5B1. To sign the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca

MILLER, Leonard Joseph - Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on Thursday, December 31, 2015. Leonard Joseph Miller, aged 83 years was predeceased by his infant daughter Evelyn; parents John and Ann; sisters Mary, Margaret, Violet, Maureen, Nellie and Camille and his brothers Henry and Vince. Leonard leaves to mourn his loving wife Evelyn and his family who adored him; son, Leonard Jr. (Ann Marie); 2 daughters, Marlene Chafe (Ken) and Wanda Dinn (David); grandchildren, Ryan (Samantha), Danielle (Mark), Nicholas (Emily), Alicia (Mike), Tyler (Morgan) and Noah (Erin) and great-grandson Mason. Leonard also leaves behind his brother John; sister Bride Morrissey; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Sunday from 3-9pm and Monday from 2-9pm. Funeral Mass will take place at 10 am on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 from St. Kevin's Church. Interment will follow at St. Kevin's Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Leonard's memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre.

MOLLOY, Thomas Joseph - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre, CCU, in the presence of his loving family, December 20, 2015. Thomas Joseph Molloy Age 69 of Admirals Cove. Predeceased by his parents and brother Patrick. Leaving to mourn; brothers Bill (Janet) and Robert (Mildred), sisters Mac (Tommy), Beth and Sarah.Nieces and nephews, special niece Betty Hawkins and great nephew Devon who he resided with.Special friend Mike Flynn. Also special thanks to the CCU at the Health Sciences Centre for the excellent care and support from the doctors and nurses. Special thanks to Roxanne Eastman for being there for us through it all. Resting at Ryan's Funeral Home, Bay Bulls, on Tuesday December 22nd from 6-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial to take place at Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, Cape Broyle, on Wednesday December 23rd, at 10 am. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Cape R.C. Cemetery, Cape Broyle.

MORGAN, Eileen Elizabeth - (April 9th, 1943 - December 31st, 2015) - Died suddenly at her home in Seal Cove, CBS, Eileen Morgan aged 81 years. Predeceased by parents Arch and Phoebe Morgan, brothers Eugene and Reginald, sister-in-law Pearl.A generous friend, prodigious knitter, animal lover and true character. Eileen will be sadly missed by brother Lewis (Rachel), sisters-in-law Marjorie and Evelyn, special cousin Bernie Hill (Shirley) and niece Trudy Andrews (Reg). Eileen will be missed also by a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and pen-pals in NFLD as well as Canada and the United States. At Eileen's request, cremation has take place. There will be no visitation or funeral service. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca
"Verily I say unto you, in as muchas ye have done it unto theleast of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me." Matthew 25:40

MURPHY, Donald Francis - Passed peacefully away on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at the Health Sciences Center while his brother sang him to his final rest. Donald Francis Murphy, aged 76 years, was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Murphy; brother William Murphy; mother and father-in-law Beatrice and Clarence Wells and sister-in-law Theresa Murphy. He will be missed and remembered with a lifetime of happy memories by his devoted wife Sharon; two precious daughters Sheri (Mark) and Heather (Paul); loving brother Bob (Helen Hynes) and his four grandchildren Chelsea, Aaron, Alexander and Courtney who deeply loved their Poppy. Also left to mourn are sisters-in-law Ruth (Frank), Marg (Jim), Daphne and Barb (Angelo); many nieces and nephews Karen, Craig, Scot, Jennifer, Janice, Kim, Debbie, Chris, Mark and Susan; all of their spouses and children and a lifetime of friends. The choirs in Heaven will sound even more glorious with the addition of their new Bass. Many thanks to the doctors and nurses of the Health Sciences Center for their kindness and compassion.Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Cremation has taken place. Visitation on Monday from 7-9 pm and Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 9:30 am from Corpus Christi Church with inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Donald's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.

MURPHY, Elizabeth - (November 29th, 1934 - December 1st, 2015) - Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on December 1, 2015 age 81. Predeceased by her husband Leo F. Murphy and sister Irene Hobbs. Leaving to mourn her children Marilyn, Patricia (Grant), Charon (Doug), James, Kenny (Sharon), Daren and Lorraine; brother Stanley Hodder; grandchildren Sarah, Peter, Andrew, Amanda, Gregory, Stephanie, Peter, Stephen, Michael, Connor, Rhiannon and David; great grandchildren Tical, Awnya, Asia, and Ashanti. Thanks to the staff at St. Clare's and Tiffany Village for their Care and Support. Cremation has taken place. Visitation to take place at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Friday, January 15, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. with Funeral Service to follow in Caul's Chapel at 11:30 a.m. Reception to follow at the Canadian Legion on Blackmarsh Road between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Elizabeth's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation.

Murphy, Rita M. (nee O'Brien)
Age 96, of Lynn, passed peacefully at her home on Sunday, December 27, 2015. Rita was the dedicated wife of the late William Henry Murphy, with whom he shared nearly 65 years of marriage. Born in Bay Bulls, Newfoundland, she was the daughter of the late Brian and Catherine (Maloney) O'Brien. After immigrating to Lynn as a young child, Rita graduated from Lynn English High School, Class of 1937 and lived in Lynn the rest of her life. Rita is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and grand nieces & nephews, including Sharon O'Shea Carpenter. She was the devoted sister of the late Doris O'Shea and aunt of the late Brian O'Shea. She was accompanied in her final years by a team of angels: Evelyn Rezendes, Jessie Jimenez, Janet Caron, Jean Gaherty, Joan Casey & Denise Hanna. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 22nd, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple Street, YNN, followed by a funeral Mass in St. Pius V Church, Lynn at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Lynn. Memorial contributions may be made in Rita's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Northeast Animal Shelter. For online guestbook, please visit the funeral home's website. Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home Lynn 781-599-3901 www.cuffemcginn.com

MURPHY, Steve - Passed away suddenly at his residence on Sunday, December 20, 2015. Steve Murphy formerly of Job's Cove, NL age 63 years. Predeceased by his parents Robert Michael Murphy and Margaret Murphy (Colbert); sister-in-law Lorraine Downey (Sullivan); brother-in-law Eric Elliott. Lovingly remembered by his wife Bonnie (Sullivan); his precious son Daniel; brothers David (Julie) Yellowknife, NWT and their children Melanie, Robert, Sara and their grandchildren Taylor and Matthew; John (Gladys) Crossfield, AB and their son Patrick; sister Jean Murphy, Job's Cove, NL; sisters-in-law Maureen (Hugh Sullivan), Brenda Elliott (Eric, deceased), Carole Squires (Ron Taylor), Sharon (Terry Cullen), Heather (Chris Parrell) and Patricia (Richard Cullen); brothers-in-law John (Diane Sullivan), David Downey (Sharon) and Paul Reddy and their families; special friend Johanna Murphy, St. John's, NL; also his co-workers and friends at Country Ribbon. As well as other relatives and friends.Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation on Wednesday from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. from St. Patrick's Church. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted.

NEWHOOK, Gerald - Passed away suddenly on December 23, 2015 Gerald Newhook of Norman's Cove. Predeceased by parents Gordon and Sarah Jane (Peddle) Newhook. Wife Marilyn, daughter Tanya, sister; Irene Martin (Nelson deceased), brother; Alphonsus (Elizabeth deceased). Leaving to mourn sons; Stephen (Pauline) and Jason.Grandchildren; Tyler, Dakota, Cameron, Brooklyn, Danika.Sisters and brothers; Alfreda Piercey (Wesley), Herman (Hazel), Janet White (Cliff), Gordon (Maureen), Richard (Lucy), Dallas Peach (Calvin), Mark, Jane White (Bert).Godchild Jennifer White.Also leaving a large circle of other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. Resting at the Pentecostal Church, Norman's Cove. Visitation January 8, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-9 pm. Funeral service will take place on January 9, 2016 at 2 pm. Interment at the Pentecostal Cemetery, Norman's Cove. No flowers by request.

OLIVER, Walter Augustus - Passed away surrounded by his loving family after a hard struggle with cancer on December 23, 2015. Service has taken place. Announcement listed under Carnell's website.
OLIVER, Walter Augustus - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dearest and funny Walter. He faught a great fight, and he lost that battle, while surrounded by those he loved. He was born September 29th, 1958 and died on December 23rd, 2015, at the age of 57. Predeceased by his parents Augustus Oliver, and Mary (Tucker) Oliver; sisters Ruth and Glynis; brothers Bernard and Johnny; and father-in-law Frank Gladney. Leaving with great sadness and joy his best friend, buddy, and wife of 35 years Barbara (Gladney) Oliver; his first treasure, daughter Nicole (Billy Grant); second treasure, son Francis (Jenny Augot) Oliver; his five greatest treasures, his grandchildren Saoirse, Caden, Isabel, Georgia, and Carter who he loved dearly; mother-in-law Bernice (Mahoney) Gladney, sister-in-law, three brother-in-laws, three sisters, one brother, aunts, many nieces and nephews, cousins, and many friends who have been there since the struggle began, there are too many to name; Co-workers, transportation and works, especially Curly. Special thanks to staff at Dr. H. Bliss Center, Dr. Johnathan Greenland, Dr. Karen Dowton, Dr. Adrian Lear, Carmel Collins, Dr. Robert Woodland, Staff on 4 N A, Agnes Marie Snow for all of her help, my sister Gail and friends, Molly and Michelle, and nephew Terry for always being there. For all the kindness and generosity of those who offered any help and support to make this process bearable. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Sunday December 27th, 2015 from 4 - 9 p.m, and Monday, December 28th, 2015 from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. A funeral mass will take place at the Holy Rosary Parish on Tuesday, December 29th, 2015 at 1 p.m. Flowers gratefully appreciated, or donations in his memory may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation.
Cheers, see you on the other side, love you always.

OLIVER (nee Power), Geraldine - (1950 - 2015) - Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on December 19th, 2015, Geraldine Oliver, age 65 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Hannah and Frank Power. Left with fond and loving memories her devoted husband, Bern; step-children: Dale (Crystal) and Holly (Weldon Bussey); grandchildren: Cassie, Emily, Noah, Owen and Jude; brothers: Gerard, Clifton (Marilyn), Brian (Patricia), George (Trudy), and chosen brother, Wayne Brazil; sisters: Rosarie (Bill Furlong) and Monica (Clyde Squire); brothers-in-law: Dave (Joan), Wayne (MaryAnn), Basil (Sandra), and Michael; sisters-in-law: Theresa (Don Hiscock), Carmel (Barry Reid), and Janet (Robin Dicks); as well as many treasured nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, uncles, and good friends. Her remains resting at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Mount Carmel on Tuesday, December 22nd from 12-2 pm and 6-9 and Wednesday, December 23rd starting at 10am. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Wednesday, December 23rd at 11 am, with inurnment to follow. In liew of flowers, donations gratefully accepted in Geraldine's memory to the Alzheimer's Society. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.mahersfuneralhome.ca

O'NEILL, Kevin - Passed away peacefully at his home in Trepassey on Sunday, December 20, 2015, age 89 yrs. Predeceased by his wife Teresa in 2009; his parents Thomas and Matilda, brother Robert and sisters Gertrude, Magdalen and Mary. Left to mourn his daughters Judy Thornhill (Roger) and Helen (Dave James),and his two special grandchildren Kevin and Greg. Also leaving to mourn his brothers Thomas (Sonny), John and Bill (Alice); and his sister Catherine. Cremation has already taken place at the family's request. Mass of Christian burial to take place on Sunday at 11:30 am from Holy Redeemer Church, followed by Inurnment at Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Trepassey. To express condolences online and to sign the guest book please visit www.faheysfuneralhome.ca

O'ROURKE, Ruth - (October 16th, 1949 - December 31st, 2015) - Ruth O'Rourke (nee Delaney) passed away suddenly at Dr. Walter Templeman Hospital, Bell Island Newfoundland, at the age of 66. Ruth is predeceased by her mother Mary Delaney and her father Joseph Pynn; husband Ron (1977), Bill (2001) and a number of sisters and brothers. Leaving to mourn with saddened hearts but a lifetime of loving memories, her children Ada (Chris), Diane (Derrick), Ron (Wendy), Billy (Pascale), Mary (Romy); eight beloved grandchildren and special niece (foster child Emily). Also leaving to mourn, her sister Mary, brother Fred along with a number of cherished nieces and nephews; longtime friends and neighbors Jose, Ralph and Leo as well as a number of other close friends. She is also going to be missed by her little furry companion "Tiny Girl". We would like to thank her home care workers, Mary Taylor and Louise Newell for the care that you have provided for our mom over the years. As per Mom's wishes, cremation will take place and no service to follow.
We love you mom. You will forever be in our thoughts. Rest peacefully Our Sweet Angel.
"There is no death, people only die when we forget them but if you can remember me, I will be with you always."

PEDDLE (nee Brown), Marie Dinah - (April 22nd, 1934 - December 12th, 2015) - Passed away suddenly but peacefully at the Agnes Pratt Nursing Home, St. John's on Saturday, December 12, 2015, Marie Peddle of Old Shop, Trinity Bay, aged 81 years. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Frank (2006), and brother-in-law Sam Templeman (1999). She leaves to mourn with precious memories to celebrate her life with thanksgiving, daughters Linda Babstock and Tina Peddle; sons Jim (Cathy), Brian (Shelly), Mike (Michelle) and Francis. Also leaving to mourn are her sister Bernice Templeman (Ray); brother David Brown (Eileen); grandchildren Tonia and Davey Babstock, Lisa, Deon, Jason Cantwell, Jamie, Christopher, Cameron, Ian, Cory and Luke Peddle and Rosie Kennedy; great-grandchildren Lila, Tyler, Kayla, Kelsey, Kendra, Kaitlyn, Kenneth, Makayla, Addison, and Hayden. Marie is also lovingly remembered by other relatives and many friends, including a very dear friend, Leah Day of Old Shop. The family would like to thank the staff of Pearl House and Agnes Pratt Nursing Home for their wonderful care and compassion. Resting at Warren's Funeral Home, Dildo with visitation on Monday, December 14th and Tuesday, December 15th, 1-5 pm and 6-9 pm. The Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held from St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, Whitbourne on Wednesday, December 16th at 1:30 pm. Interment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Old Shop. As an expression of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Marie's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Warren's Funeral Home, Dildo. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.warrensfuneralhome.ca

PHILLIPS, Sadie
Passed on: December 25th, 2015
Passed peacefully away on December 25th after a courageous Cancer Journey, Sadie Phillips (Formally from Summerville) age 60 years. Leaving to mourn with heavy hearts, brothers: Jim, Ford, and Frazer, special sister: Joan who will miss her dearly, sisters-in-law: Juanita and Linda, nephew: Steven and wife Jacqui, life long friend in Summerville Elias Hollohan, Sharon Stone and staff at Allison Manor, and very dear and special friends: Elizabeth and George, Loretta, Olive, Debbie, Eileen, Charlene, Cindy, Dawn, Pauline, and Dale. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place at Summerville United Church on Tuesday, December 29th from 10 am - 9 pm. Funeral Service to take place on Wednesday at 2 pm with Inurnment to follow at the United Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Summerville United Church or the Palliative Care Unit at the L. A. Miller Centre. Special thanks to the Palliative Care Unit Staff at the L. A. Miller Centre. To sign the guest book please visit www.vardysfuneralhome.com
Farther along
we'll know all about it,
Farther along
we'll understand why,
Cheer up my brother,
live in the sunshine
We'll understand it all
bye and bye.

PIKE, Cornelius
Passed on: December 27th, 2015
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Cornelius Pike, who passed peacefully away on Sunday, December 27th, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. Cornelius was born in St. Lawrence, NL on September 11, 1938. He is predeceased by his brothers: Roland and Aubrey and his sisters: Jean Graham, Marguerite LeBlanc, Doreen Pike and Geraldine Lacey and his parents Agnes and Tom Pike. Lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend of 55 years, Bessie (Elizabeth nee Lambe) and his children: Lynn (Don Redmond), Helen, Tony (Traci Lynn) and Corinne (Barry) Humby, Lindsay (Cathy) Masci, Elizabeth (Bill) Streczek. Cornelius also leaves behind his adored grandchildren: Stephanie and Andrew Jones, Nicole and Dale Cotter, David Pike, James Humby, Lauren Humby, Tanner Pike, Tristan Pike, Donnie Redmond and Briana Redmond, along with his brothers: Kevin (Em), Sandy (Arlene), Aloysius (Imelda) and Gerald as well as all of his in-laws: Gail Pike, Alma Pike, Laura and Dominic Vetro, Marina and Les Collier, Bob and Linda Lambe, Anne and Clayton Lambe, Roberta Lambe, and Mildred Lambe. Corn was honorary dad to many of his nieces and nephews and honorary grandfather, uncle and friend to many of his clients during his years at YogenFruz in the Village Shopping Mall. His kind smile and quick wit had a way of just drawing people in. Visitation will take place at Barrett's Funeral Home, 73 Commonwealth Ave., Mt. Pearl on December 29 from 7-9 PM and on December 30th from 2-5 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 10 am from Barrett's Funeral Home Chapel, 73 Commonwealth Ave. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Reception to follow. The Pike family would like to extend special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Leonard Miller Palliative Care unit as well as the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre. Your care and kindness will never be forgotten. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Patient and Family Support Fund at http://cancercarefoundation.nl.ca/supporting-cancer-care/give-in-memory/    Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

PINK, Frank - Passed peacefully away at St Patrick's Mercy Home on Saturday, December 12th, 2015, Frank Pink age 85 years. Predeceased by his wife Rose Mary Pink (nee Short); parents, Hugh and Fanny Pink; daughter Jackie; grandson Michael Pink; brothers Stan, Tom (Blanche); sisters Margaret (Clyde) and Annie Maude. Left with fond and loving memories daughters: Janet (Dean), Michelle (Mile) and Rose (Randy); son, Hugh (Brenda); six grandchildren: Brad (Wendy), Lloyd (Stephanie), Nicole (Spencer), Stephanie, Sara and Claire; five great-grandchildren: Olivia, Logan, Gabriel, Isabelle and Juliette; brothers: Calvin (Jane), Arch (Eileen); sisters: Loretta (Aubrey deceased), Jane (Roland deceased), Rose (Gerald), Millie (Les); in-laws: Cyril Dominey and Nora Pink; also a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A very special thank you to the staff at St. Patrick's Mercy Home, for the care and support given to our "Dad" while he resided there. Visitation will take place at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, December 13 from 2-9 p.m. Cremation to follow. A Funeral service will be held on Monday, December 14, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. from the Carnell Memorial Chapel with inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. Patrick's Mercy Home. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

PORTER, Ada - Passed peacefully away at the L. A. Miller Centre in the presence of her family on Friday, December 4, 2015, of Foxtrap age 73 years. Leaving to mourn her husband Edward of 54 years, her children Lorraine Young (Willis), Earl (Deborah), Jeff (Geraldine), Greg (Janice), grandchildren Hilary, Jessica, Cory, Evan, Adelaide, Jillian, Joel, Victoria and Lauren, brother Fred Batten (Ella), brother-in-law Reuben Porter. Special card buddies, Tom, Audene, Marj, Ina, Edith and Bertha. Also nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Saturday and Sunday from 2 - 4 pm and 7 - 9 pm, Monday from 10 - 12 noon. Funeral service to take place on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 2 pm from All Saints Anglican Church, Foxtrap. Interment in the Anglican Cemetery, Dunn's Hill Road, Foxtrap. No flowers by request, donations may be made to All Saints Renovation Fund. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

PORTER (nee Sears), Marie - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, at the age of 74. Predeceased by her infant son Allister Donald Porter; her parents Leo (1991) and Catherine (1998) Sears; and her brother Allister Sears (2008). Leaving to mourn her husband Don Porter; her brothers: Leo (Beatrice), Donald (Sheila), Bennett (Brenda), Melvin (Jane), Virden (Janet), and Malcolm (Frances), all of Paradise; brother-in-law Sam Porter; niece Elizabeth Slade (Boyd); special friends Maureen (Crosby deceased) Clarke, Ed and Jocelyn Walsh, Jerry and Carmel Power, and Eric and Edith Taylor; all her cabin friends at 5th Ave - Colliers Big Pond, as well as many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thank you to the doctors and nurses on 4SA of Health Sciences Centre and Dr. Karl Misik for your care of Marie. Thank you to her special sister-in-law Frances Sears for her care and help with Marie in many ways. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 73 Commonwealth Avenue, Mount Pearl, on Thursday, December 31st, from 3-9 pm; Saturday, January 2nd, from 10 am - 9 pm; and on Sunday, January 3rd, from 12-2 pm with funeral service to follow from Barrett's Chapel at 2 pm. Cremation to follow. Interment to take place at later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Marie Porter Trust Fund. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

POWER, James Joseph (Jim)
Born: January 18th, 1949
Passed on: December 27th, 2015
"From Hospital Bed,
To Heavenly Rest,
God took you home,
To be his guest."
Slipped so peacefully to a far better place on December 27, 2015 after a long and wary struggle with the health issues associated with diabetes. Predeceased by his brother Kevin (November 3, 2004); his father Stephen (July 4, 2009); his mother Margaret (June 1, 2011); his brother Jerry (March 19, 2012) and his brother-in-law Gary Glass (October 30, 2014). Remembering and celebrating his life and zest for all good things are his wife Dallas Anne (Hawco); his brother John; his sisters Peggy Margie Smith (Frank), Rosalita Raciot (Lee), Marilyn Martin (Derrick), Brenda Dowden; Stephanie Carver (Keith), Sandra Power and Sheila Glass. His nephew Matthew Hawco who he thought was the greatest person he knew and whom he was so proud of. His best friend Laurie (Aylward) Murray the day you became a Captain he nearly bursted with pride. The great crowd of Hawco "in-laws" especially his sister-in-law Maxine Hawco and her partner Don Adams. Also, Walter and Lilly Hawco in Mount Carmel, Salmoneir, their door was always opened, and then perhaps the most important people of all - that wonderful group "The Tim Hortons Crowd" especially Randell, Tony, Cy, Frankie, Jason and Robert who he went to see every day and they took the extra time to check on him, get his coffee and make sure he was safe and secure, and how he appreciated the fact that "Matthew's Buddies" would find the time to talk to him - it made him feel young again and a part of the group. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, Torbay on Saturday, January 2, 2016 and Sunday, January 3, 2016 from 1-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, January 4, 2016 from Holy Trinity Parish, at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow.
I'm on the road again,
Said good bye to all my friends,
I'm in my eighteen wheeler,
On that stretch of highway,
With Heaven at the end.

REDDY, Thomas Victor - (December 25th, 1952 - December 11th, 2015) - It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Thomas Victor Reddy at his residence in Kingmans Cove, Fermeuse on December 11, 2015. Predeceased by his parents Victor Thomas Reddy (1999) and Rita Margaret Reddy (2010) and youngest brother Victor Reddy (Jr) (2015).Leaving to mourn his loving wife of 41 years, Sandra.Leaving behind his children Scott (Melinda), Paul (Amy), Garry (Katie) and Sarah (Scott).Also his grandchildren Lucas, Victoria, Chase and Sara. His siblings, Lucy, Ron, Terri (Bob), Sherry (Melvin), and Barry (Christine) and loving aunt Sister Kostka Reddy. Also leaving to mourn brothers-in-law, Father Kenneth Walsh, Father Gary Walsh, Billy (Sharon), Wayne (Charlotte), sisters-in-law Paula (Tom), Debbie, Karen (Bill) and Tracy, and loving mother-in-law Ella Walsh. He will be remembered by a large circle of friends, cousins, and neighbours, especially Trevor and Jenny Elliott of Kingmans Cove. Remains resting at Faheys Funeral Home, Fermeuse.Visitation on Sunday, December 13 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. and on Monday, December 14 from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, December 15 at 10 a.m. from St. Charles Borromeo Church, Fermeuse.Interment to follow at St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery. To express condolences online please visit www.faheysfuneralhome.com

REESE, Frederick Isaac
Passed on: December 27th, 2015
Passed peacefully away on Sunday, December 27, 2015, Fred Reese, age 85 years. Predeceased by his mother May Reese; wife Mary (nee Roche); son David; and daughter Laurie. Left to mourn with cherished memories, his daughter Paula; son Fred (Elaine); sister Florence; brother-in-law Dave Roche; granddaughter Holly (Chris); grandsons Marc, Jack (Stephanie); great-granddaughter Peyton; good friend, Kevin McGrath; as well as extended family and friends. At Fred's request, cremation and burial at the Salvation Army Cemetery, Blackmarsh Road, has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations in Fred's memory may be made to the NL Lung Association. To view the online memorial guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.barretts.ca

RICHARDSON, Earl Lamonte - (October 23rd, 1929 - December 30th, 2015) - Passed peacefully away, in the presence of his loving family, on Wednesday, December 30th, 2015 at The Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge. Predeceased by his wife, Noreen.Leaving to mourn with fond memories. Children: Robert (Rhonda), William (Barbara), Lori Cake (Allan); Grandchildren: Brandy (Edward), Stephanie, Maureen (Glenn), Julie (Tim), Robert and Stephen. Great-Grandchildren: Alex, MacKenzie, Morgan, Lydia, William, Tomas, Laura and sister-in-law Barbara Arnold (William deceased) and family. Our deepest thanks for the caring compassion of all the staff, especially the nursing staff, that he grew quite fond of at Glenbrook. As well, a special thank you to Fern and Clouston Regular. In lieu of flowers donations to Shriners or Children's Wish Foundation. Service at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Topsail on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m.

SEYMOUR, Harold - Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Hospital surrounded by his family on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 of Foxtrap, age 87 yrs. He was a former tractor trailer driver for Ultramar and an active member of Branch 50 R.C.L. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Beckey of 64 yrs, daughter Doris Fowler (Vincent deceased), sons Jim and John (Roxanne), grandchildren Doris, Donna (Wayne), Vanessa (Chris), Nicole, Ashley (Steve), Victoria and Michael, great-grandchildren Nicholas, Lucas, Hunter and Abigail. Also nephews, nieces and a large circle of friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Friday and Saturday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service to take place on Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 2 pm from St. Peter's Anglican Church, Upper Gullies. Interment in the Anglican Cemetery, Upper Gullies. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Veteran's Memorial Cross Fund. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

SHIRLEY-KEATING, Olga - Passed peacefully away on December 31, 2015 surrounded by family, Olga Shirley Keating (Smith) in her 71st year. Predeceased by husband Dave Keating, parents Al & Florence Smith, brother Eric Smith and sister-in-law Phyllis Suttis. Leaving to mourn daughter Jodi, Halifax, NS; son Blair (Cathy) & special grandchild Molly Keating, Calgary, AB; sisters Sandra Mugford (Norm), Spaniard's Bay, NL & Gertrude McClanahan (Ray), South Carolina; many special nieces & nephews, as well as a large circle of extended family and dear friends. Resting at Moore's Funeral Home in Bay Roberts, NL January 3rd from 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm and on January 4th from 10am-12pm. Funeral service will be at Holy Redeemer Church, Spaniard's Bay, NL at 2pm January 4th, 2016.

SKINNER, Pius - Passed peacefully away in the presence of his family at the Health Sciences Complex on Thursday, December 31, 2015 of Chamberlains formerly of Hr. Breton. age 80 years. Predeceased by his parents Richard and Roseanne, brothers Harold and William, sister Lillian, brothers-in-law Leo and Gordon, sister-in-law Elizabeth. Leaving to mourn his wife Gladys (nee Jarvis ) of 55 years, son Greg (Melissa), daughter Rose (Brad), grandchildren Matthew and Ryan Suter, Emma, Alex and Abigail Skinner, brother John (Peggy), sister Mary, brother-in-law Patrick Jarvis (Violet deceased), sisters-in-law Martha Layman (Ed) and Violet Pierce (Eugene deceased). Also nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Saturday from 10 - 12, 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 pm. Funeral service to take place on Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 1 pm from St. Thomas of Villanova Church, Manuel's. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Thomas of Villanova Parish. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

SNOW, Gordon Ernest
Passed on: December 28th, 2015
Passed away on Monday, December 28, 2015 at the Health Sciences Complex. Predeceased by his father Ernest Snow; mother Elsie Snow and brothers Ralph and William. Leaving to mourn his brother Allan Snow and sister Elizabeth, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at Barrett's Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10-12, 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service will take place at Barrett's Chapel on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 10 am. Interment will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca

SOMERTON, Richard - Passed suddenly away at the Health Sciences Complex on December 19, 2015, Richard Somerton aged 57 years. Predeceased by his parents Lillian and Clarence; sisters Shelly and Elisha; and brothers Terry and Trevor. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Judy; daughters Melissa Martin (Leif) and Stephanie Somerton (Harold Kelly); grandchildren Liam and Lena Martin and Abby Kelly; siblings Fred (Brenda), Diane (Brian), Kenny (Catherine), Dave (Beauhla), Jacqueline (Deland), Allan (Bev), Roseanne, and Debbie; his good buddies Randy, Rick, Michael, Ches, Eric, Nora and Allan; also a number of other relatives and friends. A special thank you to Fred for always being there.Visitation at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Monday, December 21 from 10-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 10-2 p.m. with a private family service to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Richards's memory may be made to the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Foundation. To send a message of condolences or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

SOPER (nee Wareham), Violetta - Passed peacefully away at St. John's Long Term Care Facility on Tuesday, December 1, 2015, Violetta Soper, in her 100th year. Predeceased by her husband Thomas Soper in 1995. Leaving to mourn, the staff and her friends at the Waterford Hospital as well as the staff and her friends at the St. John's Long Term Care Facility, 4 SW. Visitation will take place on Friday, December 4, at the St. John's Long Term Care Facility Chapel, West Building, from 10-11:30 am. Funeral service will be held at the St. John's Long Term Care Facility Chapel, West Building, on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 11:30 am, with cremation to follow. Burial will take place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery on Saturday, December 5, 2015, at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Violetta's memory to the Waterford Hospital or a charity of one's choice. To view the online memorial guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.barretts.ca

SPARKES, James (Jim) - Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Saturday, December 19, 2015 James (Jim) Sparkes of Clarke's Beach (formerly of Cupids), aged 79 years. Predeceased by his wife Betty (nee Mercer), parents Robert and Jessie Sparkes, sister Josephine. Left to mourn his partner Charmane Kitchen, two daughters Debbie (Gerald Murphy), Kim (Dean Richards), three sons Dennis (Paula), Carl (Kathy), Clyde (Bride), four stepsons Donald, Dwayne, Jamie (Alicia), C.C. (Marion), 15 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, sisters Rita (Richard, deceased), Allison (Ben, deceased), Marion (Kay, deceased), Mary (Grenfield), brother Pete (Brenda), also a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at Broughton's Funeral Home, Brigus on Monday, December 21st from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Tuesday, December 22nd from 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Funeral to take place on Tuesday, December 22 nd at 2 p.m. from the Cupids United Church with interment to follow in the U.C. Cemetery, Cupids. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cupids United Church. Please visit www.broughtons.ca to sign the memorial guest book.
"Forever in our hearts"

SPURRELL, Edwin Harry - (October 29th, 1928 - December 31st, 2015) - Merchant Navy and retired self-employed business man, passed peacefully away at the Caribou Memorial Veterans Pavilion, Dr. L. A. Miller Centre, Edwin Harry Spurrell age 87 years. Predeceased by his wife: Shirley (2012). Leaving to mourn his sons: Ern (Susan), Harry daughter: Cathy (Rick Harnum); grandchildren: Lisa, Christopher, Richard, Stephen; sisters: Marion (Gordon) and Maude (Ron); sister-in-law Vera. Special thanks to the staff of the Caribou Pavilion and long-time friends: Ron and Vera Clarke. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 13th from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue. Funeral service will be held at Barrett's Funeral Chapel, 328 Hamilton Avenue on Thursday, January 14th at 2 pm, interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Field of Honour. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Diabetes Association. Please visit www.barretts.ca

St. CROIX, Kevin - Passed away in the presence of those he loved the most, his family, on December 22nd, 2015 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents, Lucy and Stan; brothers, Gerald and Kenneth; Father-in-law Paul Halleran and brother-in-law Mark Halleran. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories the love of this life, his wife Roxanne of 27 years; two precious sons, who he was so proud of, Colin (Chelsea) and Michael (Alyssa); grandchildren, who were his pride and joy, Emelia and Parker; sisters, Ann &Barb; brothers, Ray, John (Jean), Mike (Sylvia); mother-in-law, Peg Halleran; sisters-in-law, Paulette (Pat), Frances (Simon), Theresa, Lorraine (Allan), Maureen (Brian), Charlotte (Wayne), Michelle (Richard); brother-in-law, Paul (Lorna); special friends, Joe Fleming (Stephanie) and George Wilson (Lana); many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and great-great nephews; as well a large circle of friends, especially his sail mates on the CCGS Teleost. A very special thank you to all the nurses, staff and volunteers at the Palliative Care Unit and the Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Center, especially Dr. Hurley and Dr. Siddiqui. At his request cremation has already taken place. Visitation will take place at Caul's Funeral Home, 84 LeMarchant Road on Sunday from 2:00 pm - 9:00pm. Mass of Christian burial will take place at Corpus Christi Church, Waterford Bridge Road, on Monday, December 28, 2015 at 9:30 am followed by private burial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation or a charity of one's choice
"Your presence we miss, your memories we treasure, loving you always, forgetting you never."

SULLIVAN, Edith Lillian
Born In: Pouch Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador
Born: January 27th, 1930
Passed on: December 25th, 2015
Passed peacefully away on Friday, December 25th at the Labrador West Regional Health Centre while vacationing with family.Predeceased by parents Ena and Frank Sullivan, the love of her life husband Harold, and brothers Bobby and Angus. Left to celebrate her life are her son Paul and wife Doris, her daughter Lois and husband Patrick, sister Audrey Noseworthy, and grandchildren Lori Mallard (Chris), Krista Sullivan, Jennifer Sullivan (Jason) and their mother Rosalind; David O'Keefe (Stephanie), Paul O'Keefe (Stephanie), Neil O'Keefe (Jeanette), and Nancy O'Keefe (Joe), and eight great-grandchildren who brightened her days Lillian, Colin, Charlie, Ryan, Emma, Sarah, Harold, and Mary. Also leaving to mourn are her sister-in-law Evelyn Sullivan; brother-in-law Clarence Sullivan (Bernice); her Aunt Audrey Field; special friends Roger and Julie Gale; Herbert and Fanny Langmead; and Cecil and Joyce Rose; also her friends at the ACW and the Silver Threads 50 Plus Club. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, Torbay on Monday from 2-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 from All Saints Anglican Church, Pouch Cove at 2 p.m. Interment to follow at All Saints Anglican Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the All Saints Anglican Church in Pouch Cove, or the Newfoundland and Labrador Ronald McDonald House.

SULLIVAN, Michael - Passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 beloved brother and uncle, Michael J. Sullivan age 67 years. Predeceased by brother William. Leaving to mourn sisters Lillian, Patricia and husband Jim Windsor. Sadly missed by nephews Sean Windsor, Rob Windsor (Billie), Joe Windsor (Donna Hurley), Matthew Windsor (Ashley Miles), great-nephews Connor Mackey-Windsor and Miles Windsor sister-in-law, Marion Sullivan, nieces Charlotte (sons Justin and Zachary), Patricia and nephews Shannon Sullivan and family (Angie Charbonneau),and Steven Sullivan. Also, lifelong friends Gordon and Judy Chafe and special buddy John Collins (Gladys), close cousins Paul and Ellen Bennett and family, John and Pansy Bennett and family, Greer and Rebecca Nurse as well as a large circle of family and friends. Resting at Cauls Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass to take place on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. from St. Teresa's Church with interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

THORNHILL, Sylvia Alice - Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Friday, December 18, 2015, Sylvia Alice Thornhill, RN, (nee Mercer) of Clarke's Beach, aged 76 years. Predeceased by husband, Cyril V. (Nov. 3, 2015); parents Frank and Geraldine Mercer, (nee Piercey); parents-in-law Captain Arch and Ruth Thornhill (nee Williams): brother Eric N. Mercer, sisters Geraldine Baker, Carol Roberta (died in infancy); brothers-in-law Robert Dyckson, sister-in-law Loretta Mercer; Leaving to mourn sons, Paul (Natasha) Thornhill, Andrew (Cherilyn Carson); sisters Emily Dyckson, Lillian (Harry) Crawford; brothers Austin (Rubyann) Mercer, Howard (Carol) Mercer, grandchildren Madeline Carson-Thornhill, Oliva Carson-Thornhill, Joshua Thornhill and Isaac Thornhill; brother-in-law Ches Baker; sisters-in-law Catherine (Harry) Steele, Florence Dobson; brother-in-law Roland (Bonnie) Thornhill; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Sylvia was a graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing (1960). Cremation has taken place. Memorial Service and Inurnment at a later date.
THORNHILL (nee Mercer), Sylvia Alice - A service to celebrate the life of Sylvia Alice Thornhill, RN, (nee Mercer) will be held on Saturday April 30, 2016 at Clarke's Beach United Church at 1 p.m. Sylvia, aged 76 years, passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Friday, December 18, 2015. Predeceased by husband, Cyril V. (Nov. 3, 2015); parents Frank and Geraldine Mercer, (nee Piercey); parents-in-law Captain Arch and Ruth Thornhill (nee Williams): brother Eric N. Mercer, sisters Geraldine Baker, Carol Roberta (died in infancy); brothers-in-law Robert Dyckson, sister-in-law Loretta Mercer; Leaving to mourn sons, Paul (Natasha) Thornhill, Andrew (Cherilyn Carson); sisters Emily Dyckson, Lillian (Harry) Crawford; brothers Austin (Rubyann) Mercer, Howard (Carol) Mercer, grandchildren Madeline Carson-Thornhill, Olivia Carson-Thornhill, Joshua Thornhill and Isaac Thornhill; brother-in-law Ches Baker; sisters-in-law Catherine (Harry) Steele, Florence Dobson; brother-in-law Roland (Bonnie) Thornhill; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Sylvia was a graduate of the Grace Hospital School of Nursing (1960). Cremation has taken place. Family will be receiving guests at Moore's Funeral Home, Clarke's Beach on Friday April 29 from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

TUCKER, Marion Laura - Born December 3, 1930, in St. John's NL and passed away peacefully on December 16, 2015 at the Health Sciences Complex in St. John's after facing many health challenges throughout her life with great strength, determination and Faith in Christ. Her loving and devoted husband Jack was by her side throughout and at her time of passing. Marion grew up in St. John's and was very involved with the Salvation Army as both a soldier and a songster. She often said these were some of the happiest times of her life. Marion and Jack married on November 4, 1954, and after living in Gander and North Sydney, they settled back in St. John's where they raised their family of three sons; Dwight, Derrick, and Dean. She was a dedicated wife and mother and took great joy in looking after all her "boys". Marion and Jack retired in 1990 and spent many enjoyable years in St. John's and St. Jones Within with family and friends. The freedom of retirement gave them many opportunities to travel including visiting their sons in Western Canada and the Western U.S. Throughout her life Marion greatly enjoyed her time spent gardening, reading, knitting and partaking in other creative crafts. In her later years she was also a member of the Salvation Army Home League which provided her with many fond memories. Marion will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 61 years Jack Tucker; her three sons Dwight (Claudine Dessens) Tucker, Derrick (Renee Richter) Tucker and Dean (Kathy) Tucker and two grandchildren Austin Pisko and Hannah Tucker. Marion is survived by her brothers Harry (Flo) Downey, Doug (Ruth) Downey, sister Rowie Hess, brothers-in-law Silas (Pat) Tucker, Oliver (Janet) Tucker, sisters-in-law Norma (Everett) Vey, Cynthis (Tom) Hogan, Mary Bentley, Geneva Tucker and many cherished nieces, nephews and their families. Marion was predeceased by her father Roland Hutchings, her mother Caroline Downey and her step-father Allison Downey. Restings are at Barrett's Funeral Home 328 Hamilton Ave, on Saturday, December 19 from 7-9 p.m., Sunday, December 20 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A service will be held at Barrett's Funeral Home on Monday, December 21 at 11 a.m. All family and friends are invited to a reception afterward at the Elks Club, 3 Carpasian Road from 12:30-4:00 p.m. In memoriam, contributions may be made to The Salvation Army St. John's Glenbrook Lodge for Senior Citizens. Please visit www.barretts.ca to leave a message of condolence.

TWINING (Edwards), Ivy N. - RCAF Veteran WWII - Passed peacefully away 4 December 2015, at Tiffany Village, St John's NL at the age of 93. Daughter of the late Reg. and Olive Edwards and wife of the late J.D. (Jake) Twining. She is survived by sons: Greg (Mary Beth) in St. John's, NL, Dan (Shirley Hornich) in Fort Erie, ON, and Tom (Barb) in Oshawa ON, grandchildren Janet (Art Broadbent), Douglas (Pam), Brianne (Shane) and Tyler, great-granddaughters Lilly and Dori, and by her sister Sheila Fehr (Elmer) in Kelowna B.C. and a circle of nephews and nieces and friends. Ed was born in Lashburn, Sask. on 1 Feb 1922. She voluntarily enrolled in the RCAF during WWII. While serving in western Canada she met and married her loving and devoted husband Jake. At the conclusion of the war they moved to Ontario, where they raised their family. She lived in Toronto, St. John's NF, St. Catharine's, ON, and returned to St. John's in 2009, where they were the first residents of the Tiffany Village Retirement Home. Sincere thanks to the staff of the Tiffany for their compassionate, professional and dedicated support. Cremation has taken place. Private family services to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Caribou Memorial Veterans Pavilion in St. John's NL. Thanks to Carnell's Funeral Home for final arrangements. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

WALL, Matilda Myrtle (nee Sooley)
Passed on: December 24th, 2015
Passed peacefully away on December 24, 2015, in the presence of her loving family at the Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge, Matilda Wall, age 88 years. Predeceased by her husband Peter (October 2004); her parents Noah and Charity Sooley; daughter Melvina Wall; son Gary; grandsons: Angel and Dennis; great-grandsons: Walter and Riley; daughter-in-law Margie Wall; son-in-law Gerald Cramm; as well as her many sisters and brothers. Leaving to mourn, her children: Genevieve Taylor (Len) (Brunswick, GA), Allison Wall, Michael (Sharon), Dennis, Clara (Lee), Robert (Karen), Elizabeth (Bob), John, Madonna (Larry), Brian (Yvonne), Ralph (Marjorie), and Petrina (Rakesh); sister Doreen Clarke; brother Dave Sooley; 33 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Monday, December 28 and Tuesday, December 29, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at St. Teresa's Parish, Mundy Pond Road, on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 9:30 am, with interment to follow at the Field of Honour, Mount Pleasant Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are gratefully accepted or donations in Matilda's memory may be made to the Salvation Army Glenbrook Lodge. To view the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca

WALSH, Beverly - (December 15th, 1956 - December 3rd, 2015) - Passed peacefully away at home on December 3, 2015. Predeceased by her parents Mary and James Quilty and her sister Jacklyn. Leaving to mourn are her children Susan, Kim (Jason), Doug and their father Doug Jones - deceased; grandchildren Brooke, Jack, Jorja, Alysha, Victoria, Issabella, Anna Grace and Jayden; husband Robert; sisters Patsy (Paul), Michelle (Tony), Gail (Bob) and Betty Whitty: brothers Greg (Debbie), Maurice (Michelle), Robert (Tammy), Jimmy (Violet), Glen (Sherri), Gary (Michelle), Sean (Regina) and Scott (Jennifer). At Beverly's request cremation has taken place. Visitation to take place at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Sunday, December 6 from 2 p.m. - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass to take place from Holy Family Parish, Paradise on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. Inurnment to follow at St. Thomas Villanova Cemetery, Topsail. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

WALTERS, Eva Lily - It is with great sadness that the family of Eva Lily Walters, 94 of St. John's NL and formerly of Lunenburg and First Peninsula, NS, announces her passing on Monday, December 21, 2015 at St. Luke's Anglican Homes, St. John's NL. Born in England, she was the daughter of the late William and Lucy Cullen. Eva came to Canada by ship at an early age of three and her family settled in Birch Grove and later Glace Bay, NS. Later, she met her husband, Donald in Glace Bay where he was working for Powers Brothers on a project at the hospital where she worked. They lived on Cornwallis Street in Lunenburg and later in First Peninsula. After his passing in 2002, she moved to St. John's to be near her son Sam and his wife Eleanor. While residing in Lunenburg and First Peninsula, Eva was a faithful member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir and supported many of the activities of the church. Active within her community, she also volunteered for the Red Cross, the Canadian Cancer Foundation and Fishermen's Memorial Hospital, Lunenburg. Eva is survived by her son Sam and his wife Eleanor of St. John's, NL; grandchildren Donette (Jon) Walters-Tizzard, St. John's, NL and Danielle (Al) Morse, Keene, New Hampshire; great-grandchildren Maria and Abby; sisters Dorothy Brann, Glace Bay, Reta MacLeod, Brantford, Ontario; sisters-in-law Clara Cullen, Brantford, ON; Sheila Cullen, England and many nieces and nephews in Nova Scotia, Ontario and England. Besides her husband Donald, she was predeceased by brothers Arthur, Sam and Roy. Special thanks to the outstanding staff at St. Luke's Anglican Homes, St. John's, NL who loved and cared for her. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Dana L. Sweeny Funeral Home, 11213 Hwy. # 3, Lunenburg. A service to celebrate Eva's life will be held Tuesday, December 29, at 2 pm at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Lunenburg, Rev. Dr. Laurence Mawhinney, officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery, Lunenburg. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Lunenburg or to St. Luke's Anglican Homes, 24 Road De Luxe, St. John's, NL, A1E 5Z3. www.sweenyfuneralhome.ca

WARFORD, Roland - Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Complex on Thursday, December 3, 2015 of Upper Gullies, age 54 yrs. Predeceased by his parents Raymond and Patricia, sister-in-law Michelle, nephew Justin. Leaving to mourn his loving and devoted wife Ronda, daughters Lindsey (Gregg), Jeanine (James), Brittany (Mitchell), grandchildren Brooklyn, Peyton and Shelby, brother Jeff (Mary Ann), nephew Michael, mother-in-law Loretta Connors, his furry companions Mia and Marley. Also other relatives and friends. Visitation in the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service to take place on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 11 am from St. Peter's Anglican Church, Upper Gullies. Cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to a charity of one's choice. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

WHALEN, William James - (June 11th, 1985 - December 2nd, 2015) - Passed suddenly on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 in St. John's, at the age of 30 years. Predeceased by his grandparents James and Bernice Whalen. Leaving to mourn with loving memories; his parents Colleen and Edward Brinson, brothers Ronald and Donald Ivey, aunts Phyllis Simms (Frank), and Elizabeth Whalen, uncles Bill (Juanita) Robert (Shirley), Randy (Jenny) and Clifford Whalen (Karen), a close family friend Cindy Whitman and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Family Parish on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow, interment in St. Thomas of Villanova Cemetery at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book please visit www.carnells.com

WHELAN, Gerald Francis - Passed peacefully away at Carbonear General Hospital in the presence of his devoted wife of 50 years Gertie (Gertrude) nee Kenny. Gerald was a well-known businessman from Colliers (in partnership with his late brother Lar) for many years. He was a loyal supporter of all things blue, including the Progressive Conservative Party and the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was predeceased by his parents Margaret and James; his siblings Evelyn Gushue, Margaret James, Agatha (Dot) Heffernan, Catherine Walsh, Lawrence, James, and David. He is survived by his in-laws Donna Trask, Mary Lane, Agnes DeFabio, and Charles Kenny. As well as a large circle of nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends. Resting at Flaherty's Memorial Funeral Home, 70 Conception Bay Highway, Conception Harbour, with visitation on Thursday, December 31st. 2016from 2-9 pm and Friday, January 1st from 2-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will take place from Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Colliers on Saturday, January 2nd, 2016, at 10:30 am. Interment to follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Colliers. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Gerald's memory can be made to Immaculate Conception Parish Memorial Fund. Please visit www.flahertysfuneralhome.ca to sign the memorial guest book or send a message of condolence.

WHIFFEN, Brian R. - Passed away on December 16, 2015 in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Age 67. Services will be announced at a later date.

WHITTY (nee Porter), Sylvia - It is with sad and broken hearts that the family of Sylvia Whitty announce the passing of our loving mother after a very noble and courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, December 12, 2015, surrounded by her four children and family which was her favourite way of doing everything. Predeceased by her parents: Clarence and Emily Porter. Leaving to mourn her husband: Gordon; daughter: Joy (Tony); sons: Andre (Jennifer), Deion (Vivian) and Adam; grandchildren, which were her pride and joy: Evan (Brandy), Taner, Nathan, Reid, Jade and Kate; sister: Albertha (Alex); brothers: Calvin (Pat) and Harold; special cousin: Doreen Bursey; special niece: Laurie Hogan, as well as many other family and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Sutton and the staff at Palliative Care Unit, Dr. L. A. Miller Centre for their comfort and support during her time there. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Ave. on Monday, December 14th from 10 am. - 9 pm. Funeral service will be held at Barrett's Chapel on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 11 am. Cremation will follow. Interment will take place at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca

White, Gerald Francis
Loving husband, father, grandfather and friend passed over into the loving arms of Heaven's Angels on Sunday, December 28th, 2015. He fought a great battle with cancer and is thankfully no longer suffering. Gerry was a successful businessman having operated the Brewers Retail Stores in Churchill Square and Long's Hill for many years. He was a strong community volunteer and a member of the St. John's Lion's Club for sixty years. Gerry is survived by his wife and best friend; Shirley and her son Geoff. Gerry was predeceased in 1997 by his first wife, Theresa. Gerry was the father of three beautiful children; Paul, Gerry (Jr.), and Mary Ann (and her husband Scott McConaghy). Gerry was blessed with six grandchildren; Marleigh, Connor and Carson White, Brennan, Annika and Breanna McConaghy. Also left to mourn is Gerry's sister, Anne in Minnesota. Special Thanks to the Palliative Care Unit at the Miller Centre for the care and attention given to Gerry during his last few days. At his request cremation has taken place. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. The family will receive visitors at Caul's on Friday, January 2nd, 2016 from 2-5 P.M. and 7-9 P.M.. Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, January 3rd at 9:30 A.M. from St. Pius X Church, Smithville Crescent. Inurnment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp, or a charity of one's choice. To view online memorial guest book, or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.cauls.ca
(Contributed by Sandra Churchill)

WILKINS, Douglas
Passed on: December 28th, 2015
Passed peacefully away at Chancellor Park on Monday, December 28, 2015 of Upper Gullies, age 80 yrs. Predeceased by his wife Mona, parents Nathaniel and Mary, brothers Ray, Lionel and Gordon, sister Gertrude. Leaving to mourn son Bruce (Cindy), daughter Linda (Jim), special son Bruce Butler (Delores, Juanita), special daughter Kirsten Canning (Shawn, Emma), grandchildren Nathan, Lance and Jodi, brother David, sisters Daphne Noseworthy and Louise Gillard (Bob), also nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. At Doug's request, cremation has taken place. Funeral service to take place on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 11 am from St. Peter's Anglican Church, Upper Gullies. Inurnment in the Anglican Cemetery, Upper Gullies. Thank you to the Staff of Chancellor Park. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. To sign the guest registry, or to send a message of condolence, please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca

WILLIAMS (nee Hawkins), Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, December 21, 2015, Ruth Williams, aged 84 years. Welcoming her home with open arms are her husband, Joseph (2004), and her parents, Florence and Lew. Left with saddened hearts and precious memories are her six children: Sharon (Paul Foley), Robert (Lisa Fry), Charles (Annette Magee), Lynn (Chris Stoyles), Michelle (Ed Warfield) and David; 10 grandchildren: Vanessa and Meghan Foley, Amanda (David Jones) and Adam Williams, Ryan and Alexander Williams, Jeffrey (Kayla) and Jonathan Stoyles, and Nicole (Billy Murphy) and Michael Williams; two great-grandchildren: Gabriel Jones and Jacob Stoyles; and sister-in-law, Irma Hawkins; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Tuesday, December 22, from 11 am - 9 pm and on Wednesday, December 23, from 10 am - 12 noon. Funeral service will be held from the Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 2:30 pm, with interment to follow at Kilbride Roman Catholic Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are gratefully accepted, or donations in Ruth's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. To view the online memorial guest book, please visit www.barretts.ca

WISEMAN, Kim - (June 25th, 1965 - December 27th, 2015) - Our hearts are shattered. We lost our dear Kim so unexpectedly. She was an artistic, vibrant, wonderful spirit who brought light and colour to the many people she touched. Her light was extinguished too young. She passed away suddenly while living her dream of travelling in India with her husband and soul-mate, Honza (Jan) Kozel, who adored her, and she adored him. Their time together was cut tragically short, but they were blessed to have spent half their lives together. Kim leaves behind her broken-hearted family: her mother Lorraine Wiseman; sister Michelle; nieces and nephews Jason (Stephanie), Jessica, Mitchel, Lukas, Abigail, and Ella; mother-in-law Blanka, and sister-in-law Petra (David). She was predeceased by her father, Rev. John Wiseman. Service will be held at Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto on Friday Jan. 15th at 11 AM, followed by a reception. Visitation will be Jan 14th from 7-9 PM. Donations to a charity of your choice in Kim's name is appreciated. She especially cared for mental health, helping women in need, and Parkinson's Disease.
"We will miss you forever, Kim."

WOODWARD, David Allen - (June 8th, 1928 - December 3rd, 2015) - Passed peacefully away with his loving family by his side at St. Patrick's Mercy Home, at the age of 87. Leaving to mourn his loving wife Ruby; sons David (Barbara), Gary, and Dale; brother Russell (Gertel); grandchildren Lindsay, Ian, Michelle, Christina, Devon and Ashley; daughter-in-law Amy; and special loving step-daughters Janice and Donna Spurrell. Special thanks to the staff at St. Patrick's Mercy Home for the excellent care they provided Dave with during his time there, as well as special family members and friends for their love and support during the last month. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, Saturday, December 5th, 2015 from 2-9 p.m, and Sunday, December 6th, 2015 from 2-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 7th, 2015 at St. Philip's Anglican Church at 2 p.m. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Flowers will be gratefully accepted, or donations can be made in Dave's name to St. Philip's Anglican Church, or to a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolence or sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

YETMAN, David Gerald - (November 15th, 1938 - December 19th, 2015) - Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Complex in the presence of his wife Linda, daughter April and son Todd, on Saturday, December 19, 2015, David G. Yetman, age 77 years. Predeceased by his parents William and Elizabeth Yetman; his first wife Judy Yetman (nee Warren) (1985); sister Betty Noseworthy (Jack) and his brother William "Bill" Yetman. Leaving to mourn and cherish his memory, his loving wife of 29 years, Linda Yetman (nee Webber); sons: Glenn Yetman (John McInnis), Scott Yetman (Jean-Michel Lavoie) and Todd Yetman (Claudette); daughter, April Yetman; also two precious grandchildren: Riley and Carley Yetman; sisters-in-law: Elaine Yetman and Kay Woolridge (Fred); brothers-in-law: Donald Webber (Chris) and Randy Webber (Christine); special K9 companion, Mary Jo; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and a large circle of friends. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Monday, December 21, from 7-9 pm, Tuesday, December 22, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service will take place at Barrett's Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 11 am, with cremation to follow. Inurnment will be held at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road, at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations in David's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. To view the online memorial guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.barretts.ca

YETMAN, Gordon Marshall
Passed on: December 22nd, 2015
Passed peacefully away at St. Clare's Mercy Hospital on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 Gordon Marshall Yetman age 70 years. Predeceased by his parents Roy and Nellie Yetman. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Judy Yetman; two sons: Gordon Jr. (Trish) and Jeffrey (Tanya); grandchildren: Justin, Alicia, Riley, Gillian and Jada; mother-in-law Mary Cole; sister-in-law Debbie Guy (partner Pius Collins); friends: Lisa Tulk, Ralph Parsons, Tom Noftall and Joe Tracey; also all his family and friends at Tulk's Glass and Key Shop. Special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Clare's ICU and 4th Floor for their care and support. At Gordon's request cremation has taken place. Donations in his memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Please visit www.barretts.ca to sign the memorial guest.

YETMAN, Majorie Madonna - Passed peacefully away, at St. Clare's, in the presence of her loving family on December 3rd, 2015, Marjorie Madonna Yetman (Rice) age 82 years. Predeceased by her husband, William Thomas Yetman and granddaughter Amanda Yetman. Leaving to mourn her son, Bill (Gloria), daughter Sandy Dawe (Ted), grandchildren Amy Guy (Rodger), Ashley Yetman (Stephen), Melissa and Melanie Dawe, precious great-grandchildren Alexandria, Spencer and Cameron, sisters Mary Greene, Joan Yetman, Betty Rice, Patsy Reid and only brother Raymond (Yan), brother-in-law Ralph Yetman and sister-in-law Mary Morgan (Joe), special nephew Gerald Power, Amy and Ashley's mom, Shelly Power, Phoebe and Mackenzie Goodland, to whom she was Nanny and her weekly card group of friends. Special thanks to I.C.U. Nursing staff who showed great compassion in caring for our mother. Marjorie touched so many lives and was well known for her baking and her generosity to all who knew her. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place from Caul's Chapel on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 1 p.m. Cremation to follow. Burial will take place at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted.