Thursday, March 1, 2001

DEATHS

FELIX, Laverna
Port au Port West
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Laverna Felix announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at the age of 62 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Robert and three sons: Edward (Stella) Felix of Felix Cove, Donald (Barbara) Felix of Orangeville, Ontario, Robert Felix of Brampton, Ontario; one daughter, Joan (Lee Boudreau) of Halifax, Nova Scotia and her mother, Bertha Gabriel of Stephenville; four brothers: Raymond (Eunice) Gabriel of West Bay, Kevin Gabriel and Terrance Gabriel, both of Felix Cove, Lawrence (Lorna) Gabriel of Kippens; seven sisters: Lillian (Albert) Felix, Marie Young, all of Felix Cove, Hilda Dilley of Fortworth, Texas, Teresa Forsyth of Weatherford, Texas, Florence (Robert) Tourout of Felix Cove, Linda (Don) O'Quinn and Patricia (Dean) O'Quinn, all of Fort McMurray, Alberta; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Edward Gabriel. Friends may call at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Port au Port West on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Friday, March 2nd at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of Mercy Church, Port au Port West with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

WHITE, Leo
Port au Port West
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Leo White announce his passing at this residence in Port au Port West on Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at the age of 80 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Viola; eight sons: Tyrone, Godfrey, Charlie, Joe, Christopher, Tommy, Michael, Gerard; four daughters: Gerri, Virginia, Linda, Winnie and two step-children: Josephine Alexander and Albert Hynes; three brothers: Gilbert White, Stan White and Andrew White; six sisters: Edith, Connie, Elizabeth, Eva, Hannah, Edna; fifteen grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Felix and Charlie and one sister, Evelyn. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. Funeral Services will take place on Saturday, March 3rd at 10:00 a.m. from Our Lady of Mercy Church in Port au Port West with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

SCOTT, Arthur Kitchener (Kit)
31 West Valley Road
Passed away at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, February 27, A. K. (Kit) Scott at the age of 85. Kit was a member and past president of the Royal Canadian Legion, both provincial and local chapters, and a veteran of WW2. He was predeceased by his wife Muriel on February 25, 1998. Leaving to mourn are sons: Sean (Jean), Dean (Beverly), and Van all of Corner Brook and Gregory (Irene) of Oromocto, NB. Also brother Robert (Norma) of Corner Brook, sister Jean of Surrey, BC, and grandchildren Jennifer, Angie, Lesley and Marcus. At the request of the deceased, a cremation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home in Stephenville, with interment to take place at a later date.
(The below article was published on March 2, 2001)
War veteran, long-time Legionnaire, Kit Scott dies at 85
by Machelle Curtis
Star Staff Writer
Corner Brook
Arthur Kitchener (Kit) Scott is being remembered this week as a dedicated Legionnaire who will be missed by family and friends. A veteran of the Second World War and a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 13 in Corner Brook, Mr. Scott died Tuesday, Feb. 27, at the age of 85.
"He was a very hard worker and he was a very active member of the Legion until just a few years ago when his health started to fail him," said fellow Legionnaire Gus Cossitt. "He holds all of the honours the Legion could award to any member, including being a life member and holding the Meritorious Service Medal."
Serving in Italy, North Africa and England, Cossitt said Mr. Scott became very involved in the Legion upon his return home and was instrumental in many of the branch's projects and activities. "He went overseas in May of 1945 and served with the 166 Field Regiment and was the last soldier to be discharged to come back home," he said. "But once home he became involved in the local branch and served as vice president and later president several times."
Mr. Scott's brother Bob recalls receiving letters from his older brother during the war and listening for news of his safe arrival back home. "I remember getting letters and listening to the news because even though I was only five, I still have very vivid memories of that time," he said. "He had many stories to tell of these activities and while I can't say he enjoyed the war, it was quite an adventure." After the war, Mr. Scott returned to his job at the mill in Corner Brook as an electrical worker before later moving on to a car dealership. He eventually went on to work with City Motors until he later retired. However, despite a busy career, Bob said his brother remained committed to the Legion. He said he remembers his brother's efforts in helping to erect the new Legion building located on West Street and his involvement in the community. "I remember he joined the Legion when he came back from overseas, and their first activity was to help build a new building and he was quite active in helping to raise the funds, build and operate it," he said, adding his brother also served for some time as president of the Corner Brook Hockey Association. Mr. Scott also played all-star hockey, soccer and tennis before the war but an ankle injury prevented him from competing after he returned home.
Bob Scott is also pleased that despite his brother's failing health in recent years, his memory of the experiences of war and the friendships he built never seemed to dim. "Until the end he had vivid memories of all the actions - he could tell me every action of the war and about all the people that had served with him," he said. "He was a very outgoing person, he knew a lot of people and enjoyed his community, but it seemed his main love was always the Legion."
Mr. Scott was predeceased by his wife Muriel and leaves to mourn four sons: Sean, Dean, Van and Gregory, one brother, one sister and four grandchildren.

WHITE, Alexander Rendell
Trout River
Mar. 30th, 1928 - Feb. 27th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Alexander Rendell White announce his passing on Tuesday, February 27th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 76th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 54 years Alice (nee Barnes); four sons: Ford (Elizabeth), Ren (Debbie), and Rodney all of Brampton, Ontario and Bruce (Norma) of Trout River; four daughters: Jessie (Stanley) Pardy of Wild Cove, White Bay, Lorraine (Billy) of Trout River, Doris (Freddy) Maloney of Corner Brook and Marion (Jim) McGill of Hillsburgh, Ontario; fourteen grandchildren: Boyce, Wade, Juanita and Randy Pardy, Martin and Murray White, Tom and Angela White, Dean Maloney, Glen and Lucas McGill, Shaundra and Steven White, Sheena, Veronica, Trisha and Katie Crocker; nine great grandchildren; one sister Stella Brake of Trout River; one aunt of Trout River; eight sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law; his special niece Brenda (Lou Park) of Cox's Cove. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Ricky in 1986. Visitation will take place from the Salvation Army Church in Trout River today Thursday where also funeral services will take place on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Lt. Simms officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers or donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

KING, Vincent Joseph
Mattis Point, NF
Sept. 19, 1924 - Feb. 27, 2001
Passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at his family residence Vincent Joseph King at the age of 76 years. He leaves to mourn four sons: Ronald (Annie) and Michael (Leslie), Stephenville Crossing; Gerald (Mildred), Mattis Point; Joseph (Barb), St. George's; one daughter Madonna (Grant) Russell, Mississauga, ON; 21 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; brother Carl (Yvonne) King, Mattis Point; sisters: Alice King, Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre; Bertha King, Mildred Rubia, Mary Bennett, Mattis Point; Madonna (Greg) Hawkins, Stephenville Crossing; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his loving wife Dorothy in 1991, son Raymond in 1977 and great granddaughter Chelsey in 1996. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 2nd at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, Father Aidan Devine officiating, followed by the interment at the church cemetery in Mattis Point. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 7 West Street, Stephenville Crossing, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. to 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

Friday, March 2, 2001

CAMPBELL, Daniel A.
Campbell's Creek
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Daniel A. Campbell announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at the age of 85 years. He will be sadly missed by eight sons: John (Linda) of Campbell's Creek, Malcolm (Carol) of Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia, Stan of St. John's, Gerard (Kathi) of St. Albert, Alberta, Allan (Madeline) of Stephenville, Danny of Toronto, Ontario, Aaron (Pauline) of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Angus (Elaine) of Mount Pearl; four daughters: Marg (Earl) Gaudon of Campbell's Creek, Mary Ann (Dave) MacDonald of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Emma of Campbell's Creek, Rosaria of Truro, Nova Scotia; three brothers: Arthur Campbell, Hughie Campbell, Neil (Eileen) Campbell; one sister, Mary Margaret Campbell; son-in-law, Wayne Churchill of St. John's and twenty-nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Sarah Campbell and daughter, Rose Churchill and brother, John F. Campbell and sisters, Anne Campbell, Emma Laust, Sarah Foley. Friends may call at the Maria Regina Parish in Port au Port East on Friday. Funeral Services will take place on Saturday, March 3rd at 2:00 p.m. from our Lady of Mercy Parish in Port au Port West with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Campbell's Creek. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

YOUNG, Raphael
Stephenville Crossing, NF
Passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2001 at his family residence Raphael Young at the age of 65 years. He leaves to mourn his wife Marie, sons: Sean (Samantha), Stephenville Crossing and Gary, Ontario; daughters: Debbie (Jimmy) Cheater, Yukon and Sandra (Aubry) Rice, Stephenville Crossing; grandchildren: Brandon, Jeremy, Natasha, Elicia, Renee, Cherice and Trisha; brother Aiden (Margaret), Stephenville Crossing; sister Edith McCarthy, Stephenville Crossing, and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Francis and Josephine, brothers: Alcide, Francis and William; sisters: Martha, Mary, Josephine and Theresa. The funeral service will take place on Sunday, March 4th at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, Father Aidan Devine officiating. The interment will follow at the church cemetery on Brook Street. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing Friday from 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre.

Saturday, March 3, 2001, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

PITTMAN, Mary Margaret
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Margaret Pittman announce her passing at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Centre in Grand Falls-Windsor on February 19, 2001 at the age of 87. Mrs. Pittman was a member of Exploits Valley Senior Citizens Club, Lifelong Learners Association and published author and poet. Mrs. Pittman retired from teaching in 1972. Predeceased by husband, Alphonsus and son, Keith. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are sons: Al of Corner Brook, Gordon (wife Teddy Ryan) of Torbay, Kenneth (wife Kathleen) of St. John's, Kevin of Grand Falls-Windsor and Brian of Little Rapids; daughters: Alice Dicks (husband Joseph) of Grand Falls-Windsor and Eileen Murphy (husband Robert) of Corner Brook. Also leaving to mourn sisters, Annie Follett of Placentia and Ellen (Nell) Leonard of Placentia, and brother, Edward Leonard of St. John's; friends, Marilee Pittman of Corner Brook and Kathleen Parewick of St. John's. Donations to Literacy Development Council of Newfoundland and Labrador, P. O. Box 8174, Stn. A, St. John's, NF A1B 3M9. Celebration of Mary's life to be held at Pasadena, Nfld., in June. Details will be published later. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Michael Goodyear of Central Funeral Homes. To see this obituary on-line, please visit our webpage www.centralfuneralhomes.ca

FOWLOW, Florence Edith B., R.N. (nee Sheppard)
District Nurse in Salvage and Bonne Bay:
Died at St. Luke's Home in the presence of her family on February 28, 2001 in her 92nd year. Predeceased by her husband Rev. Enurchus, infant son Cecil Philip and grandson Paul. Left to remember her life, her son William S. (Daisy); sister, Ann Blake (Frank), Victoria Cove; 5 grandchildren: Keith (Karen), Barbara, Elaine Hookey (Cy), Lynn Whelan (Sean), Gail Johnson (Joe); 10 great-grandchildren: Krista, Scott, Adam, Bradley, Megan, Laura, Corinne, Emily, Tyler, Katelyn; 2 nieces: Rosalind Watt, Nova Scotia and Joan Ritcey. Also fondly remembered by Eliza Stead (Jack), Grand Falls-Windsor, Daisy Penney, Salvage, Patricia Roberts (Sydney), Bonne Bay and a large circle of friends especially those at St. Luke's Home. At her request, cremation has taken place. Relatives and friends may visit the family at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Sunday from 2-9 p.m. A service of celebration of her life will be held at the Anglican Cathedral on Monday, March 05, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Interment at the Anglican Cemetery, Woody Point, Bonne Bay on Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Anglican Cathedral, 68 Queen's Road, St. John's, NF A1C 2A8.

LANE, Frank
Baie Verte, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frank Lane, age 73, announce his passing at his family residence in Baie Verte on Thursday, March 1, 2001. Left with fond and loving memories are wife, Gwendolyn; son, Terry (Yvonne), St. John's; daughters: Tana Goudie (Dwight), Burlington, NF, Toby Decker (Earl), Mount Pearl, NF and Trudy Sooley (Rod), Milltown, NF; grandchildren: Stacey and Erin Lane, Ryan and Rex Goudie, Sarah and Stephanie Decker, Leah and Michael Sooley; brothers: Fred Lane (Betty), Caleb Lane (Sadie), Rex Lane (Marion); sisters: Flossie Luff (Wylie), Violet Curtis; sister-in-law, Grace Lane and a large circle of relatives and friends. Predeceased by his brother, Thomas. Resting at White Dove Funeral Home, Baie Verte on Saturday form 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Funeral services to take place from Bethany United Church & Cemetery, Baie Verte on Sunday 2 p.m. As an expression of sympathy flowers are gratefully accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eddie Wimbleton, White Dove Funeral Home, Baie Verte, 709-532-4640.

WHITE, Alexander Rendell
Trout River
Mar. 30th, 1924 - Feb. 27th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Alexander Rendell White announce his passing on Tuesday, February 27th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 76th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 54 years Alice (nee Barnes); four sons: Ford (Elizabeth), Ren (Debbie), and Rodney all of Brampton, Ontario and Bruce (Norma) of Trout River; four daughters: Jessie (Stanley) Pardy of Wild Cove, White Bay, Lorraine (Billy) of Trout River, Doris Maloney (Freddy Maclean) of Corner Brook and Marion (Jim) McGill of Hillsburgh, Ontario; fourteen grandchildren: Boyce, Wade, Juanita and Randy Pardy, Martin and Murray White, Tom and Angela White, Dean Maloney, Glen and Lucas McGill, Shaundra and Steven White, Sheena, Veronica, Trisha and Katie Crocker; nine great grandchildren; one sister Stella Brake of Trout River; one aunt of Trout River; eight sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law; his special niece Brenda (Lou Park) of Cox's Cove. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Ricky in 1986. Visitation will take place from the Salvation Army Church in Trout River today Thursday where also funeral services will take place on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Lt. Simms officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers or donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

HICKEY, Joseph Patrick
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph Patrick Hickey announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, March 1st, 2001 at the age of 68. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is his wife of 47 years, Sylvia (nee McLellan), two daughters: Jo-Anne Griffin (Tony), and Laura Hickey (Glenn White), and one son Glenn, all residing in Corner Brook. Five precious grandchildren: Jason Hickey, Amanda and Angela Hickey, Jonathan and Jordan Griffin. Four sisters: Laura Chaffey (Roy), London, Ontario, Elizabeth Boyd (Ray), Margaret Hepditch (Leo), and Mona Fraser (Carl), all residing in Corner Brook; four brothers: Rhoady (Winnie), Ted (Verna), Jim (Yvonne), Corner Brook, and Ron (Joyce), Marystown, as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many special friends. He is predeceased by his parents: Joseph and Annie Hickey, brother Gerald and sisters Mary Batten and Kathleen. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, March 5th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road. Monsignor William Boone officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Mazol Temple, NF and Lab. Shriners.

ENGAGEMENT

PARK / DOWNER
Roy and Elaine Park, Lark Harbour are pleased to announce the recent engagement of their youngest son Brad to Emily, only daughter of Jim and Shauna Downer, Bellville, Ont. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

WEDDING

PERRETT / CALLAHAN
Don and Joyce Perrett of Mt. Moriah and Pat and Rita Callahan of Kelowna B.C. formerly of Corner Brook are happy to announce the marriage of their children Jason and Kacey. The marriage took place on Dec. 23, 2000 at Port Moody B.C. where both are residing and employed. Love and congratulations from both families.

Monday, March 5, 2001

DEATHS

LAFITTE, Leona
Brantford, Ontario
(Formerly of Point au Mal)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Leona LaFitte announce her passing at Brantford, Ontario on Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at the age of 47 years. She will be sadly missed by one son, Richard Jesso of Black Duck Siding and one daughter, Renée Jesso of Black Duck Siding and her mother, Julia LaFitte of Point au Mal; six brothers: Bill (Judy) LaFitte of Port au Port, Joe LaFitte (Margretta) of Stephenville, Jerome (Brenda) LaFitte of Fox Island River, Wayne LaFitte (Moray) of Port au Port, Robert (Shirley) LaFitte and Brian (Rona) LaFitte, all of Point au Mal and three sisters: Mary Hynes (Jim White) of Piccadilly, Cathy (Ron) White of Stephenville, Barb McFatridge of Kippens and special nephew, Alvin LaFitte of Point au Mal; a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her daughter, Martha and her father, Raymond LaFitte. Visitation took place on Saturday evening and Sunday from St. Vincent de Paul Chapel in Point au Mal. Funeral Services will take place on Monday, March 5th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Chapel in Point au Mal with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Point au Mal. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

BUTLER, Annie May Mildred
Woody Point
March 31, 1921 - March 02, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of Annie May Mildred Butler announce her passing on March 2, 2001 in her 79th year. She leaves to mourn her daughter Kitty (Ron) Crocker of Trout River; nine grandchildren: Emma (Rob) Gillam with whom she resided with in Woody Point, Ellory (Denise) Crocker, Greta (Randy) Crocker, Casey & Paul, Ricky Crocker and April Crocker, all of Trout River; Barb (Bruce) Gillam of Woody Point; Moretta (Denis) Ellsworth of Rocky Harbour; Cody & Kim of Nova Scotia; 16 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren, also her two sisters: Susie Barnes of Glenburnie, Rita White of Ontario; and two brothers: Walter Harris and Jimmy Harris of Trout River. Visitation took place at Parsons Funeral Home on Saturday, March 03 from 2-4 p.m. The interment took place on Sunday, March 04 at the Anglican Church Cemetery in Woody Point at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Norman Cutler officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main St., Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

PAYNE, Augustus
Cox's Cove, Nfld.
Passed peacefully away at his family residence on Friday, March 2nd, 2001 Augustus Payne at the age of 53 years after a courageous battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted wife of 31 years, Veronica (nee Griffin). 12 children: Rick (Tammy), Conway (Pam), Paula (Lorne Quinlan), and Carmen (Gord Brown) all residing at Brampton, Ont., Bonnie-Lee (Calvin White), McIvers, Bobbi Ann (Jeff Keats), Summerside, Ann Marie (Paul Brake), Gillams, Mario (Amanda), Cox's Cove, Joanne (Colin Sheppard), Angel, Veronica, and Holly all residing at home. Grandchildren: River, Africa, Abigail, Rebecca, Brittany, Jenna, Catherine, Alex, Brett, Jarvis and very special grandson, Augustus. His mother, Alice Payne of Cox's Cove. Brothers: Frank (Doreen), Summerside, Don (Maxine), John (Sharon) at Cox's Cove. Sisters: Betty (Jack Brockway), N.W.T., Rita (Gilbert Bursey), Phoebe (Warren Crocker) at Ont., Patsy (Sandy Lovell), Linda and friend (Harold Lewis) of McIvers, Marie (Alex Payne), Cox's Cove. Mother-in-law: Nora Griffin, 5 brothers-in-law and 4 sisters-in-law. He will be also missed by a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his father, Augustus, 1988, sisters: Sheila Patey 1985, and Ruby Boland 1993. Visitation is being held at St. Nicholas Anglican Church in Cox's Cove from where the funeral service will take place on Monday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Randy Lockyer officiating. The interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the charity of one's choice. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.
You Are Never Alone Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall Answer, thou shalt cry, and he Shall say, here I am. Isaiah 58:9

Tuesday, March 6, 2001

DEATHS

STRICKLAND, Melvin Walter
York Harbour, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Melvin Walter Strickland announce his passing on Sunday, March 4th, 2001 at the age of 43. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his brothers: Maxwell, Gerald, Lyndon, at home, Junior (Rose), Robert (Wanda), York Harbour, and Jerome (Marilyn), Curling; sisters: Shirley Byrne (David), Cassandra Sheppard (Samuel), Hazel Batt (Raymond), all residing in York Harbour, Doreen Wheeler and Bernice Joyce (Warren), Lark Harbour; special friend Shirley, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents, Albert and Elizabeth Strickland, and brother-in-law, Bernard Wheeler. The family will be receiving friends from St. James Anglican Church, Lark Harbour on Monday evening from 7-9:00 p.m., Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., and on Wednesday morning from 10 to 12 noon, from where the funeral will be held on Wednesday, March 7th, at 2:00 p.m., Canon Pearce officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

MCCANN, Dr. Kevin
27 Laurel Drive, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dr. Kevin McCann announce his passing at The Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Saturday, March 3, 2001 at the age of 82 years. He will be sadly missed by one son, Declan (Grace) McCann of Nova Scotia; two daughters: Fidelma (Chris) Ollif and Marily McCann (Allan Wilson), all of England; three brothers: Nessan McCann of Florida, Cairbre (Ethna) McCann of Maine, Aongus (Ursula) McCann of Galway, Ireland; one sister, Dervilla McCann-Henry of Dublin, Ireland; two grandchildren: Dervilla and Declan; a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Kathleen McCann and his sister, Finnula Byrne. Cremation Service took place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, March 7th at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

NEVILLE, Albert
Pasadena, NF
Passed away on Monday, March 5, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Albert Neville at the age of 88 years. He leaves to mourn his wife of 65 years, Mary (nee Coombs); six children Marion (Ned) Buckle, Corner Brook, Lloyd Neville, Albert (Madonna) Neville, Patsy (Glen) Caines, Dave (Shirley) Neville, Joanne (Bernard) Carroll, all of Pasadena; daughter-in-law Greta Neville, Stephenville; twenty grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren; brother John Neville, Pasadena; sister Stella Cave, Corner Brook, and numerous other family and friends. He was predeceased by his son Kevin, July 1996; sister Minnie Rumbolt, brothers: William, Lawrence, Kevin and granddaughter Peggy Neville. The family will be receiving friends from Holy Rosary Church in Pasadena on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., from where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 7th, at 3:00 p.m., Father John Peddle officiating, followed by the interment at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Pasadena. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

Wednesday, March 7, 2001, edition of The Western Star

DEATHS

VAUGNAN, Charles Thomas
(Formerly of Corner Brook)
Passed away February 28, 2001 at Bronsen Hospital Kalamazoo, Michigan. Left to mourn, wife Corrine; sons: Derek, Brent and Shane, all of Michigan and Gavin of Calgary; grandchildren; Ashley, Christopher and Luc. Sisters: Bernice Lane (Douglas) of Grand Falls-Winsor, Jean McWhirter (Walter) Corner Brook, Shirley Fiander (late Horton) Corner Brook, Olga McWhirter (Francis) Corner Brook, Peggy Girvan (Gary) Grand Falls-Winsor, Rosalind Thomas (friend George Green), Greens Harbour. Brothers: Lowell (Gloria), Ontario, Winston (Dianne), Ontario, Larry (Theresa), Corner Brook. Predeceased by sister Deanna Laing, parents Allen and Gladys (nee Mercer). Memorial service to be held March 10, 2001, Kalamazoo, Michigan.

RUTH, Eliza May
Summerside, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Eliza May Ruth announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 5th, 2001 at the age of 81. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her five sons: Charles (Linda), Lloydminister, Alberta, Stanley (Linda), Ellis, Edward (Donna), Hector (Irene), all residing in Summerside; seven grandchildren: Kimberly, Arlene, Jennifer, Lisa, Edward, Julia and Jessica; three great-grandchildren: Chantelle, Sarah and Cody; sister, Emma Lundrigan; brother, Lemuel Shepherd (Gladys); sisters-in-law: Effie Murphy, Edna Shepherd and Augusta Ruth; brother-in-law, Eldon Crocker, as well as a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Archibald in 1982 and baby daughter Julia in 1948. Visitation will take place from St. Paul's Anglican Church, Summerside, beginning on Tuesday evening from where the funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 8th at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Ron Lee officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Paul's Anglican Church Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

SNELGROVE, William Alexander (Alec)
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William Alexander (Alec) Snelgrove announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 5th, 2001 in his 68th year. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 45 years, Eileen; two daughters: Vicki (Tim) Brake and Catherine (Mark) Cooke; his grandchildren: Christopher Tipple, Alexandria and Jodi-Anne Brake, Kaitlin and Samantha Cooke; his sisters: Annie Hancock and Violet Emperale and a large circle of friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Joanne (June 1998), brother Reginald (June 1995) and his parents Overton and Violet Snelgrove. In keeping with Alec's desire to be cremated, there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 9th from the First United Church, Park Street at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Adams officiating. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital or The First United Church Restoration Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

SHARPE, Averil Jean
Pasadena
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Averil Jean Sharpe announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Tuesday, March 6, 2001 at the age of 74 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Edwin and two sons: Robert (Linda) of Corner Brook, Christopher and special friend, Theresa of Scarborough, Ontario; one daughter, Judy of Pasadena; one sister, Marie (Desi) Major of Portland, Ontario; two grandchildren: Krista Evans, Gregory Sharpe and a large circle of relatives and friends. Cremation Service took place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home and Crematorium, Stephenville.

Thursday, March 8, 2001

DEATHS

SNELGROVE, William Alexander (Alec)
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William Alexander (Alec) Snelgrove announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 5th, 2001 in his 68th year. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 45 years, Eileen; two daughters: Vicki (Tim) Brake and Catherine (Mark) Cooke; his grandchildren: Christopher Tipple, Alexandria and Jodi-Anne Brake, Kaitlin and Samantha Cooke; his sisters: Annie Hancock and Violet Emperale and a large circle of friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Joanne (June 1998), brother Reginald (June 1995) and his parents Overton and Violet Snelgrove. In keeping with Alec's desire to be cremated, there will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 9th from the First United Church, Park Street at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Adams officiating. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital or The First United Church Restoration Fund. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

HULL, Francis William
Springdale
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Francis William Hull announce his passing at his home in Springdale on February 21, 2001, at the age of 83. Mr. Hull was a member of the Merchant Marines, retired from Jonas Noble and Sons as a logger. Predeceased by wife Dorcas Bungay and two brothers Bert Hull, England and Fred Hull Halifax. Left with fond and loving memories are sons Francis Hull (Stella), Springdale, grandchildren: Robert Hull (Kathy), Corner Brook, Joanne (Peter Hewlett), Corner Brook, Kimberly (Craig Wells), Lloydminister, Alberta. Also leaving to mourn great-grandchildren Ryan Hewlett and Alyssa Wells. Pastor H. P. Foster conducted the funeral service at the Pentecostal Church on February 23, 2001. Interment was at the Pentecostal Cemetery, Grant Avenue. Pallbearers were Robert Hull, Peter Hewlett, Craig Wells, Moody Hewlett, Norman Oxford and William Paddock. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Central Funeral Homes.

THOMAS, Vaughan Charles
(Formerly of Corner Brook)
(this obituary first appeared in the March 7th, 2001 edition of The Western Star under the last name of Vaughan)
Passed away February 28, 2001 at Bronsen Hospital Kalamazoo, Michigan. Left to mourn, wife Corrine, sons Derek, Brent and Shane, all of Michigan and Gavin of Calgary; grandchildren; Ashley, Christopher and Luc. Sisters: Bernice Lane (Douglas) of Grand Falls-Winsor, Jean McWhirter (Walter) Corner Brook, Shirley Fiander (late Horton) Corner Brook, Renee Derocher (Larry), Detroit, Michigan, Olga McWhirter (Francis) Corner Brook, Peggy Girvan (Gary) Grand Falls-Winsor, Rosalind Thomas (friend George Green), Greens Harbour. Brothers: Lowell (Gloria), Ontario, Winston (Dianne), Ontario, Larry (Theresa), Corner Brook. Predeceased by sister Deanna Laing, parents Allen and Gladys (nee Mercer). Memorial service to be held March 10, 2001, Kalamazoo, Michigan.

PAYNE, Violet Beatrice
Daniel's Harbour, NF
Passed away at the Bonne Bay Health Centre on Tuesday, March 6, 2001 Violet Beatrice Payne at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn her two sons: Harold (Hughena), Daniel's Harbour, Leonard, Portland Creek; three daughters: Elsie (Rex) House, Daniel's Harbour, Amelia (Arch) House, Belburns, Jessie (Thomas) Caines, Portland Creek; step-daughters: Evelyn (Arch) Biggin, Daniel's Harbour, Alice (Henry) Pittman, Bellburns, Doreen (Wallace) Lodge, Catalina; 25 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren and three great, great-grandchildren, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Michael, June 1966, son Samuel, step-son Douglas, step-daughters: Daisy and Ethel, granddaughter Elizabeth, sister Alice, brothers: Chesley, Harvey and Jack. The family will be receiving friends from Holy Cross Anglican Church, Daniel's Harbour beginning Wednesday at 3 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, March 9th at 2:00 p.m., Reverend Dennis Newhook officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour.

STOWE, Sarah
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away at the Interfaith Home on Wednesday, March 7th, 2001, Sarah Stowe (nee McCabe), in her 95th year. Left to mourn: son Robert (Selma Davis); daughters: Elsie (Clyde) Hewitt, Gertrude (Roy) Noseworthy and Evangeline Pollett; grandchildren: Carol (Arthur) Griffin, Margaret Hewitt-Barney, Glynis (Allan) MacGibbon, Diane (Dwight) Howse, Linda Stowe, Randy Stowe, Gwen Diamond (Kevin Worrell), Rene Pollett (Massimo), Lisa Pollett (Robert Gordon); sister-in-law Eva Stowe. She will also be missed by her eleven great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and by her special friend and caregiver Sheila Locke. She was predeceased by her husband Robert, son Randolph, son-in-law Walwyn Pollett, brothers: John and James, sister Cecila Purcell and brother-in-law Roy Stowe. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Thursday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, March 9th, at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Temple, O'Connell Drive. Majors Larry and Velma Martin officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

Friday, March 9, 2001

DEATHS

REID, Raymond
Norris Point, NF
Passed away at the Bonne Bay Health Centre on Wednesday, March 7, 2001, Raymond Reid at the age of 79 years. He leaves to mourn, three sons: Aaron (Eileen) and Raymond Jr. (Bonnie), Norris Point; Frederick (Barbara), Winnipeg; two daughters: Ella Reid, Cow Head; Irene (Hank) Sinclair; Ontario; twelve grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; brothers: Leslie (Annie), Norris Point; Sidney, Reidsville, and a number of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Florence, May 4, 1994. The family will be receiving friends from the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd, Norris Point beginning Friday morning from where the funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 11th at 2:00 p.m., Reverend Beverley Kean-Newhook officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour.

LEGGE, Joseph Ronald
Deer Lake
(Nfld. Regiment)
Sept. 23rd, 1926 - Mar. 7th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph Ronald Legge announce his passing on Wednesday, March 7th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 74th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Violet (nee Piercey); his children: Jerry (Colleen), Patricia both of Calgary and Gloria of Deer Lake; his grandchildren: Amanda, Christopher, Joshua, Gary and Michelle; his great-grandchildren: Danielle, Ashley, Samantha, Shaelyn, Stephen, Crystal and Deborah; his sister Eunice (Colbourne) Hancock of New Zealand; two brothers: Westly (Vera) of New Zealand and Norman (Lillian) of Deer Lake; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Christopher and daughter Christine, granddaughter Sherry, parents Joseph and Christine, brothers Edgar and Herb and sisters Gladys Goulding and Marjorie Legge. Visitation will take place form Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake today, Friday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on High Street. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Lest We Forget"

LEGROW, Samuel H.
Passed peacefully away at the Carbonear General Hospital on Thursday, March 8, 2001, Samuel H. LeGrow of Broad Cove, age 86 years, a retired teacher-principal at Corner Brook, also devoted community member instrumental in bringing the 1st Ambulance to the North Shore of Conception Bay, active member of Blackhead United Church and also served on various boards, a member of the Masonic Lodge, Corner Brook and a member of the Seabreeze Senior Citizens Club, Blackhead. Predeceased by parents: George E. and Lucy M., daughter-in-law: Gladys M. Leaving to mourn: wife, Thelma G.; one daughter, Karen (Robert) Short, Broad Cove; one son, John G., Broad Cove; one grandson, Robert (Cathy) Short, Blackhead; one great granddaughter, Samantha, Blackhead; one brother, John, St. John's; sister-in-law, Edna Yates, Corner Brook; nephew, Curtis LeGrow, St. John's; nieces: Helen (Roland) Way and Ruth (Albert) Green, both of Corner Brook; also a large number of other relatives and friends. Resting at Noel's Funeral Home, Main Highway, Western Bay until 12:00 noon Saturday, March 10. Funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. from the United Church and Cemetery, Blackhead. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, donations in his memory may be made to the United Church Memorial Fund, Blackhead or North Shore Central Ambulance. Visitation hours at Noel's Funeral Home are 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m., 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. daily. For his additional information please call Noel's Funeral Home at 596-5750.

Saturday, March 10, 2001

DEATHS

GILLIS, Angus Francis
Port au Port East, NF
Passed away at his family residence on Thursday, March 8, 2001 Angus Francis Gillis at the age of 86 years. He leaves to mourn his sons Martin and Gerard, Port au Port East; sisters: Eunice Marche, Stephenville and Bertina MacIsaac, Port au Port East, and a number of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Nora, sisters: Annie, Ethel, Rita, and brothers Huey and Bryce. The family received friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 25 Prince Rupert Drive, Stephenville on Friday evening from 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, March 10th at 2:00 p.m. from Maria Regina Roman Catholic Church, Port au Port East, Father Gerard Patry officiating, followed by the interment at the church cemetery.

BIRTH

LODER
Kiana Loder is ecstatic that she has a little sister. Tara Drew Loder was born at WMRH in Corner Brook on December 3, 2000 weighing 6 lb.. 13.5 oz. Very proud parents are Paul and Belinda (Bunny) Loder of Summerside. Kiana and Tara are the grandchildren of Maxine and Alvin Loder of Summerside and Terry and Linda Wheeler of Hughes Brook.

WEDDING

PATEY - SWEETAPPLE
Mr. & Mrs. Lester & Elsie Patey of Corner Brook are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Nancy to Dennis Sweetapple, son of Mr. & Mrs. Fred & Linda Wilcox of Brantford, Ontario (formerly of Corner Brook). The wedding took place Nov. 2nd, 2000 at the beautiful Sandals Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. A wedding reception followed upon their return at Marble Mountain Ski Lodge, Steady Brook Nov. 25th, 2000. Best wishes to the happy couple from all their family and friends.

Monday, March 12, 2001

EZEKIEL, Patricia
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully into the hands of God, surrounded by her loving family, Patricia Ezekiel, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, March 10, 2001 at the age of 73. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 55 years, Mike, 10 children: Frances (Gary) Greene, Corner Brook, Mary, Scarborough, ON, Terry (Lee), North Bay, ON, Beth (Garry) Hicks, Stewiacke, NS, Barb (daughter and best friend), Corner Brook, Brian (Rita), North Bay, ON, Phil (Glenda), Corner Brook, David (Jackie), North Bay, ON, Edward (Cheryl), New Minas, NS, Gary (Debbie), Winnipeg, MB, 14 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; brothers: Johnny (Chris) Maddigan, Ronald (Mildred) Maddigan, and Leo Maddigan, all residing in Corner Brook; sisters: Bette Langevin, Ontario and Mary (John) Jarbeau, Ontario, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She is predeceased by her parents Peter and Mary Maddigan, and daughter Little Betty. Visitation took place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The celebration of her life will take place on Monday, March 12 at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, by request, family flowers only, donations in her memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.

POWER, Thomas A.
Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre
Stephenville Crossing
(Formerly of Kippens)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Thomas A. Power announce his passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre in Stephenville crossing on Saturday, March 10, 2001 at the age of 91 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Lillian; three sons: Jim (Brenda) Power of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Greg Power and Francis (Lisa) Power, all of Kippens; two daughters: Patricia (Charlie) White of Stephenville, Marie (Myron) Schumph of Calgary; one brother, Louis Power of Stephenville; three sisters: Margaret Power and Dot (Ed)Dunne, all of St. John's, Marie Besco of Ontario; five grandchildren: Charles and Michelle White, Jim and Michael Power, Joshua Power; four great-grandchildren: Jaymie, Emily, Zackary and Holly White; a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation took place on Saturday evening and Sunday. Funeral services will take place on Monday, March 12 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

WINSOR (nee George), Genevieve Ruth
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Genevieve Ruth Winsor announce her passing on Saturday, March 10, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 83rd year. She will be sadly missed by her husband Bernard; two daughters: Linda (Ken) Smith, Brampton, ON, and Marlene Parsons, Corner Brook; three sons: Robert (Lorraine), Kingston, ON, Victor, Corner Brook, and William (Tina), Brampton, ON; six grandchildren: Allyson (Tye) Morley, Jeffrey Winsor, Carla Parsons (special friend Derm), Stephen Winsor (special friend Kelley), Tara and Joseph Smith. One special great-grandson Jakob Morey. Step-mother Marjorie George, Corner Brook. Two sisters: Matilda (Tillie) Armstrong, Texas, USA and Muriel Cain, Kansas, USA. One brother Victor (Francine) George, Ottawa, ON, sister-in-law Lillian George, Corner Brook and brother-in-law Norman Purcell, Halifax, NS. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents William and Alice George, sister Maisie, brothers William and Edward. Visitation took place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday, March 12 at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street, Rev. Percy Coffin officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

PARK, Sarah M.
66 Colonial Avenue Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sarah M. Park announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Friday, March 9, 2001 at the age of 74 years. She will be sadly missed by her two sons: Lenny Park and Scott Park, both of Stephenville; five daughters: Carolyn Park of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Brenda Park, Milda Park, Helen (John) Jesso, Janet Park, all of Stephenville; three brothers: Angus (Barb) McIsaac, Karl (Mildred) McIsaac, all of Piccadilly, Joe (Dodie) McIsaac of Toronto, Ontario; four sisters: Margaret (James) Kelly of South Carolina, USA, Pauline Roberts of Pennsylvania, USA, Linda McIsaac of Toronto, Ontario, Muriel Hancock of Halifax, Nova Scotia; twelve grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Isaac Park. Visitation took place on Saturday evening and Sunday. Funeral services will take place today, Monday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements were under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Tuesday, March 13, 2001

DEATHS

CUNNING, Homer
Suddenly, on Friday, March 9, 2001, Homer Samuel Cunning of Drumbo; in his 70th year. Dear husband of Joyce Shoemaker; loved father of Warren and his wife Gwen of Plattsville, Mary Lou and her husband Bill Hall of Princeton, Sandra and her husband Christopher House of Drumbo and Bonnie and her husband Michael Buchanan of Woodstock; beloved grandfather of Ashley, Alan, Rebecca, Jessica, Jacob, Jonathan and Michaela; dear brother of Georgina Fleet, Bonnie and Otto Ryan, Roy and Theresa Cunning, Roland and Phyllis Cunning, all of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and brother-in-law of Ethel Cunning of Oakville. Predeceased by brother Jack Cunning. Friends will be received at the Wm. Kipp Funeral Home, 184 Grand River Street North, Paris, Ontario on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 14 at 1:30 p.m. Reverend Charles Seed officiating. Cremation to follow. Donations made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be gratefully appreciated by the family. Wm. Kipp (709)442-3061.

Wednesday, March 14, 2001

DEATHS

PATTEN, Hebert H. (Bud)
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bud Patten announce his passing at Spruce Brook on Tuesday, March 13th, 2001 at the age of 51 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving family, his wife, Lorraine (nee Williams) and son Jon; his brother, Bob (Karen) of Corner Brook and children, Chris, Ashley and Nathan; sisters: Stella Ralph (Gordon) of St. John's and children, Tara and Stephanie, Katie McLean of PEI and children, Junior, Lorne, Kerry and Kendra, Mildred Kennedy of Connecticut, USA and daughter, Kristi, Ruby Pegler (Mike) of Fort Frances, ON and children, Helen, Paul, Tammy and Tommy, Mary Ralph of Traytown; his mother-in-law, Genevieve Williams of Corner Brook; sister-in-law, Mary (Bill) Spencer of Pasadena and children, Robert, Michael and Ann Marie. He will be also missed by a large number of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Hedley and Helen Patten and brother, Winston. Public Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Thursday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Friday at 10:30 a.m. from The Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church on Mt. Bernard Ave., with Msgr. Murphy officiating. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone: 634-2500.

KIRBY, Howard Clifton
Deer Lake, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Howard Clifton Kirby announce his passing on Tuesday, March 13th, 2001 at his family residence at the age of 83 years. Leaving to mourn is his wife, Sadie; one son, Cyril (Ruth) Kirby of Deer Lake; two grandchildren: Heather and John Kirby; two sisters-in-law: Marion Sharpe, Deer Lake and Susie Wells, Stephenville Crossing. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his two brothers: Hughie and Garland Kirby and sister Maude (Kirby) Wells. He was a veteran of World War II, where he served in the 59th Heavy Artillery Regiment. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 3 at Deer Lake and served as President for 4 years. He was a member of the Lodge Humber of the Masonic Lodge. He was Justice of the Peace for Deer Lake and also served one term as a counselor for the town. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake Wednesday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday from 10-12 noon. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 15th from St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Farm Road. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Thursday, March 15, 2001

No announcements in today's newspaper.

Friday, March 16, 2001

DEATHS

ATKINSON, Jean S.
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away Wednesday, March 14th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Jean Atkinson at the age of 65. She will be sadly missed by her loving family; brothers: Fred Janes, Gillams, Donald, Toronto, Lloyd, Corner Brook, Gary (Debbie), Corner Brook; sisters: Margaret Edson (Marvin), Lincoln, Nebraska, Madelyn Buckle, Stephenville, Elsie Harris, Scarborough, ON, Bessy Gillis (Gerry), Scarborough, ON, Kimberly Parkinson (Gary), Whitby, ON, Barbara White (Sidney), Stephenville; and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband William Pike, 1979 and John Atkinson, March 22, 1997, parents Isaac and Marjorie Janes, sister Betty Simms, brother Ronald Janes. A private family service will be held on Friday, March 16th from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Mazol Temple (Shriners).

SQUIRES, Gwendolyn
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gwendolyn Squires announce her passing at the Interfaith Home, on Thursday, March 15, 2001 at the age of 78. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Harold; five children: Ruth Peckham (Roy), Jean Mudge, Bob Squires (Mary), Dave Squires (Laura), Charles Squires (Heather); grandchildren: Terry & Todd Mudge, Andrew & Danny Peckham, Natasha, Damika & Alisha Squires, Philip, Gerry & Alan Martin; sisters: Bertha Cormier, Thelma Sinnott of Ontario; brothers: William Webber, Melvin Webber; and numerous other relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 17th at 2:00 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral, Main Street, the Very Reverend Lorne Gosse officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Friday from 2-4 & 7-9. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Mazol Temple (Shriners).

OSMOND, Morgan Hampden
November 27, 1968 - March 14, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Morgan Osmond announce his passing on Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at the Health Science Complex, St. John's in his 32nd year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Iola; three daughters: Erica, Dylan and Brianna; his parents: Jane and Elikun Osmond; three brothers: Gilbert (Kathy), Gus and Vincent all of Hampden; his sisters: Tina (Dwayne) and Melinda (George); also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents. Visitation will be from the Anglican Church in Hampden on Friday March 16, 2001 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. where the funeral service will take place on Saturday March 17, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Woodman officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

CAREY, Joshua Alphonsus
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joshua Alphonsus Carey announce his passing on Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 67th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Myrtle (nee Gale); five children: Stephen (Carol), Tony (Esther), Linda (Eric), Josh (Brenda), Dwayne; grandchildren: Grant (Terri Lynn), Anthony (Wendy), Renee, Blake, Kayla, and Paul; great grandchild Kimberley; sisters: Rosalie Quigley, Mary, Anne Dye (Humphrey); brothers: Jack (Theresa), Charlie (Marjorie), Gerald (Theresa), Wilfred (Kay), Donald (Rosemary); and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his loving parents Michael and Frances, brothers: James and Michael. The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 17th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Stain Glass Window Fund of All Hallows Church.

Saturday, March 17, 2001

DEATHS

MCNEIL, Alastair M.
Passed peacefully away at his home in England on March 13th, 2001. Formerly of St. John's and Corner Brook. Leaving to mourn his wife Jean, son Jeremy and grandsons Jamie and Christopher and daughter Deborah Stallard and granddaughters Esther and Hannah.

CAREY, Joshua Alphonsus
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joshua Alphonsus Carey announce his passing on Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 67th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Myrtle (nee Gale); five children: Stephen (Carol), Tony (Esther), Linda (Eric), Josh (Brenda), Dwayne; grandchildren: Grant (Terri Lynn), Anthony (Wendy), Renee, Blake, Kayla, Paul and Jamie; great grandchildren: Kimberley and Noah; sisters: Rosalie Quigley, Mary, Anne Dye (Humphrey); brothers: Jack (Theresa), Charlie (Marjorie), Gerald (Theresa), Wilfred (Kay), Donald (Rosemary); and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his loving parents Michael and Frances, brothers: James and Michael. The funeral service will be held Saturday, March 17th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Friday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Stain Glass Window Fund of All Hallows Church.

ENGAGEMENT

BLANCHARD / RICKETTS
Harvey and Hannah Blanchard, McIvers are pleased to announce the recent engagement of their son Craig to Lynette, daughter of Murray and Gloria Ricketts, McIvers. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

Monday, March 19, 2001

DEATHS

GOUTHRO, Florence
Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Florence Gouthro announce her passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre on Saturday, March 17th, 2001 at the age of 82 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Hugh, her son Hugh (Ann) in Spruce Grove, Alberta, her four daughters: Ann (Terry) Penney in Port au Port, Winnie (Donald) Morrison in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Mary (David) Achorn in Lawrencetown, NS and Cathy (Ron) Wheeler in Cambridge, Ontario. She will also be sadly missed by her three sisters: Margie (George) MacLeod in Sydney, NS, Anna (Malcolm) Rubin in Bridgewater, NS, and Dolores Fraser in Summerside, PEI. Along with ten grandchildren, one great-grandchild and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Wilfred and Christine Stewart, her son Sheldon, three brothers: Joseph, Gordon, and Wilfred and her grandson David Hugh. Funeral Services will take place on Tuesday, March 20th, 2001 at 2 p.m. from Russell's Funeral Home on Queen street with graveside services to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre would be greatly appreciated. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen street in Stephenville today from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

ROSE, Rudy Joseph
Stephenville Crossing, NF
Passed away at the Janeway Children's Hospital, St. John's, on Friday, March 16th, 2001, RUDY JOSEPH ROSE at the tender age of nine days old. Leaving to mourn with deep felt sadness are his parents: Jeremy Rose and Rosanne White of Brook Street, Stephenville Crossing. Grandparents: Ralph and Josephine White of Cold Brook, and Naja Rose of Etobicoke, Ontario, as well as a very large circle of relatives. He was predeceased by his grandfather Rudy Rose in 1993. Loved and dearly missed by his loving parents and family. A Cemetery service will be held on Monday, March 19th at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Brook Street, Stephenville crossing. Arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

BUTT, Chesley Benjamin
Rocky Harbour, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Chesley Benjamin Butt announce his passing on Sunday, March 18th, 2001 at his family residence at the age of 79 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 54 years, Flora. One daughter Norah (Calvin) Cullihall, Rocky Harbour. Grandchildren Patricia and Jennifer, Rocky Harbour, great-grandchildren Joshua and Alicia, Rocky Harbour. Two brothers: George and John (Edith) both of Rocky Harbour. Two sisters: Myrtle Smith, Norris Point, Blanche Watts, Rocky Harbour. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Samuel and Lydia, daughter Ena, brothers Edgar and Sam, sister Florence. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour today from the hours of 2-4 and 7- p.m. and on Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 21st at 2:00 p.m. from Wesley United Church with Rev. Elizabeth Kozbial officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers greatly accepted or donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Tuesday, March 20, 2001

DEATHS

SQUIRES, Clara Louisa
Brampton, Ontario
(Formerly of Corner Brook, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clara Louisa Squires announce her passing at Brampton Memorial Hospital, on Sunday, March 18th, 2001 at the age of 83. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her children: Christine (John) Maddigan, Corner Brook, Bonnie (Randy Dunne), Brampton, ON, and Clarence (Shirley) Squires, Corner Brook. Four grandchildren: Gary (Christine), Barry (Louise), Rodney (Sandra) and Donna (Terry). Seven great grandchildren: Heather and Holly Maddigan, Robert Skiffington, Jennifer and Peter Maddigan, and Jonathan and Justin Dunne. Two step-brothers: Jim Simms (Rita), and Captain Wilson Simms (Gertie). Sister-in-law Jenny Loveman, as well as many relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Edmund, 1989, brother Stan Loveman, sister Charlotte Weise, and step-brother Lewis Simms. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. The Funeral service will be held on Thursday, March 22nd, at 2:00 p.m. from The Salvation Army Citadel, Clarence Street, Major Gerald Lacey officiating. Interment to follow at the Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

WHITE, Darrell William
Gillams, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Darrell White announce his sudden passing on Saturday, March 17th, 2001, at the age of 30 years. He leaves to mourn his parents, William and Verna (Hussey) White. Sister, Carol Ann and friend Shawn of Ontario. Son: Nathan, and special friend, Heather Shears of Corner Brook. Grandfather, Lloyd Hussey Sr. He will be also missed by a large number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his grandfather, Harry (Doc) White, June 13, 1988. His grandmothers, Alvina White (nee Bourgeois) of Summerside, and Muriel Hussey (nee Batstone), April 5, 1988. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, Tuesday and Wednesday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Thursday at 10:30 a.m., from the Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church on Mt. Bernard Ave., with Father Gale officiating. The interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the family. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Wednesday, March 21, 2001

DEATHS

ROSE, Rudy Joseph
Stephenville Crossing, NF
Passed away at the Janeway Children's Hospital, St. John's, on Friday, March 16th, 2001, Rudy Joseph Rose at the tender age of nine days old. Leaving to mourn with deep felt sadness are his parents: Jeremy Rose and Roxanne White of Brook Street, Stephenville Crossing. Grandparents: Ralph and Josephine White of Cold Brook, and Nadja Rose of Etobicoke, Ontario, as well as a very large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandfather Rudy Rose in 1993. Loved and dearly missed by his loving parents and family. A cemetery service was held on Monday, March 19th at 2:00 p.m. from the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Brook Street, Stephenville Crossing. Arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

YOUNG, Hector Joseph
Flat Bay, NF
Passed away on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Hector Joseph Young, at the age of 76 years. He leaves to mourn, daughters: Deloris Duffney and Joan Cormier (Cornelius), St. Theresa's; Melita Perrier (Victor) and Brenda O'Quinn (Danny), Toronto; Edith Legge (Percy), Flat Bay; Sharon Blanchard (Richard), St. George's; Linda Young (Billy), Stephenville; sons: James (Sheila) Young, Toronto; Jerry (Ann Marie) Young and Jason (Doreen) Young, Flat Bay; 35 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; brother Francis (Kay) White, Flat Bay Brook; sister Yvonne King, Stephenville, and a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Grace and son Brian. The family will be receiving friends form St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Flat Bay beginning Wednesday at 2:00 p.m., Father Aidan Devine officiating. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

SMITH, Albert
18 Pleasant Avenue, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Albert Smith announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Tuesday, March 20, 2001 at the age of 69 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Verna; three sons: Calvin (Brenda) of Detroit, USA, Matthew (Krista) of Stephenville, Terry of Corner Brook; two daughters: Sylvia (Felix) of Stephenville, Sharon (Rod) of Appleton; one brother, Gerald (Eudora) Smith of Gander; three grandchildren: Shirelle, Natasha, Shayne and two great-granddaughters: August and Tayler and five brothers-in-law: Milton (Gertie) Rose of Stephenville, George (Siddy) Rose of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Doyle (Doris) Rose of St. John's, Wayne (Irene) Rose of Stephenville, Melvin Rose of Stephenville; one sister-in-law, Mildred (Les) Dyer of Sunnyside; a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, March 22nd at 2:00 p.m. from St. Augustine's Anglican Church, Hillview Avenue, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers accepted or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or St. Augustine's Anglican Church Memorial Fund would be greatly appreciated.

Thursday, March 22, 2001

DEATHS

WIGHT, Beryl G. (nee Squires)
Deer Lake
Jan. 10th, 1929 - Mar. 21st, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Beryl G. Wight announce her passing on Wednesday, March 21st, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 72nd year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Glesby; her mother Fannie Squires; two brothers: Walter (Patricia) of Halifax, NS and Clarence (Joy) of Deer Lake; two sisters: Hilda Janes of St. John's and Eva Kapelanski of Deer Lake. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father Harry Squires and her sister Myra Wellon. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will take place at a later date in the spring. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Friday, March 23, 2001

DEATHS

COLEMAN, Irene (nee Horwood)
Corner Brook, NF
December 24, 1941 - March 22, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Irene Coleman announce her passing on Thursday, March 22nd, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 60th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Joseph Sr.; her daughter Jane, Corner Brook, four sons: Peter (Gail), Saint John, NB, Arthur (Sandra), Corner Brook, Stephen (Sheila), Charlottetown, PEI and Joseph Jr. (Dianne), Corner Brook. Seven grandchildren: Brian and Jeffrey, Michael and Kathleen, Jennifer and Matthew, and Christopher. Five sisters: Margaret, Harriet, Lucy (Keith), Selina (Albert) and Daphne (Wayne), as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her father Stanley, and mother Elsie, of Rose Blanche, brothers William and Wilson. Irene will be sadly missed by all those she comforted and those she made time for; her loving and caring manner will be greatly missed by all she came in contact with throughout her life. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 24th, at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Mount Bernard Avenue, Fr. Gale officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot, Townsite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

KERIVAN, Andrew E.
Point au Mal
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Andrew E. Kerivan announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, March 21, 2001 at the age of 64 years. He will be sadly missed by his two daughters: Anne Marie (Wallace) LeRoy of Point au Mal, Cecilia (Mark) Callahan of Corner Brook; three brothers: John Kerivan (Angela Hefferan) of Fox Island River, Kevin Kerivan of Toronto, Leo Kerivan of Ontario; one step-brother, Francis Judge of Placentia; three sisters: Agnes (Dan) White of Stephenville, Bridget White of Stephenville, Rosemary Ellis of Ohio; two sisters-in-law: Cecilia (Bill) White, Susan Gaulton; two brothers-in-law: William Jones (Rose), Thomas (Cynthia) Jones; five grandchildren: Courtney, Chelsea, Meagan, Kirsten, Aaron and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Hilda Mary Kerivan in 1985 and his sister, Kathleen Gallant. Friends may call at St. Vincent de Paul Chapel in Point au Mal on Friday. Funeral Services will take place on Saturday, March 24th at 10:00 a.m. from St. Vincent de Paul Chapel in Point au Mal. Cremation Service will take place after the Funeral Service. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home and Crematorium, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

HOLLETT, Eva Maude
Nicholsville, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Eva Maude Hollett announce her passing on Thursday, March 22nd, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 88 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, two sons: Jamie (Ada), Grand Bank and Robin (Gloria), Nicholsville; one daughter, Karen (William) Butler, Nicholsville; five grandchildren: Lain, Jonathan and Ryan Hollett, Michael (Tanya) Butler and Melanie (Phillip) Pearce; two brothers: John and George Nichols both of Nicholsville; two sisters: Mabel (William) Shepard and Dorothy (Gerald) Kennedy both of Nicholsville. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Oswald (1969); parents George Aaron and Catherine Nichols; granddaughter Natalie (1982); grandson Baby William Hollett; brothers: Warren, Duncan, Thomas and Norman; sisters: Pearl, Jean, Lilly, Ivy, Stella and Gladys. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Deer Lake on Friday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 24th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church, Rev. Byron Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery, Nicholsville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nicholsville Cemetery Fund or to the Chemotherapy Unit at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital.

Saturday, March 24, 2001

WEDDING

SHEPPARD - BARTLETT
Andy and Phoebe Bartlett are pleased to announce their recent marriage. Phoebe is the daughter of Cecil and Susan Sheppard of Lark Harbour. Andy is the son of Wayne and Leta Bartlett of Quirpon. The wedding took place on February 12th, 2001 at the breath taking Sandals Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

ROBERTS - FOST
The marriage ceremony of Carol Ann Roberts and Wallace H. Fost took place at Oakland United Church on March 3, 2001, with Rev. Michael Simmons officiating. The Matron of Honor was sister of the bride, Elaine Simmons, and the best man was James Fost, brother of the groom. A family dinner reception was held afterwards at Jennifer's Restaurant. The happy couple are presently honeymooning in the sunny Caribbean. Special wishes come from Stephen, Debbie, Michael and Alison.

READER - BRAKE
Bud and Linda Reader of Meadows wish to announce the wedding of their youngest daughter Paula Lynn to Raymond Charles, only son of Judy Prosper of Halifax and Raymond Brake of Corner Brook. The wedding took place at the Holy Redeemer Cathedral in Corner Brook on August 12, 2000 with Father Peddle officiating. Matron of Honor was Danielle Brake, friend of the bride, bridesmaids were Crystal Park, friend of the bride, Sharon Snook, sister of the groom and Leah Snook, niece of the groom. Best man was Fred Thistle, friend of the bride and groom. Groomsmen were Sean Reader, brother of the bride, George Prosper, cousin of the groom and Mark Blanchard, cousin of the groom. Flower girl was Julia, daughter of the bride and groom. Thanks to the lovely voice of vocalist Kathy Hutchings and organist Louise Robinson. The couple live and work in Corner Brook and wish to thank everyone who made the wedding a beautiful memory.

DEATHS

WILLIAMS, Dexter John (DJ)
Deer Lake
September 16th, 1909 - March 23rd, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dexter John (DJ) Williams announce his passing on Friday, March 23rd, 2001 at the O'Connell Centre in his 91st year. He will be sadly missed by his wife Hilda; three sons: Bronson (Beryl), Howard (Jean) and Bruce (Maisie) all of Deer Lake; five daughters: Ethel Crews, Gertie (Roger Short) both of Deer Lake, Violet (Cecil Roberts) of Triton, Christine (Clarence Caines) and Peggy (Winston Pardy) both of Deer Lake; his daughter-in-law Lulu Williams; 44 grandchildren; 113 great-grandchildren and 24 great-great grandchildren; three brothers: Donald of Deer Lake, Roger and Bob of Triton; two sisters: Major Emma Williams of Baie Verte and Flossie (Pearce Newman) of Triton. Also a large circle of step-children, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Annie Belle; two sons: Cyril and Alex; daughter Marion; brothers: Stafford and Cecil and sister Ida Simmons and son-in-law Thomas Crews. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Saturday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Monday from Emmanuel Pentecostal Church at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Snow officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. By request of the family, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideon Bibles or the Red Cross. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"
(the following article on Mr. Williams was published on March 31)
Deer Lake mourns death of popular businessman
The town of Deer Lake is mourning the recent passing of Dexter John (DJ) Williams, a long-time businessman in the community. Mr. Williams, who was born in Triton in 1909, died at the J. I. O'Connell Centre in Corner Brook March 23 at the age of 91. As a young man, Mr. Williams exuded entrepreneurial spirit, getting his first taste of the business world as the owner of a dogsled team. Realizing very early on his love of the business world, he became involved in a variety of projects over the years. From securing fishing vessels bound for Labrador, Mr. Williams would later go on to dabble in sawmills, tuna boats and even ran the town post office in Triton for about five years before heading to Deer Lake, where he returned to sawmill operations securing lumber for such large companies as Bowaters. He later started his own grocery store and ran an oil delivery service in both Deer Lake and the White Bay area. Always full of business ideas and seeking out better opportunities, Mr. Williams later enlisted the assistance of his three sons in establishing a family trucking company. Williams Transport would later become responsible for freight runs from Moncton, NB, to St. John's. Mr. Williams and his sons opened Williams Building Supplies in Deer Lake, which today is still operated by one of his sons. Mr. Williams was predeceased by his first wife Annie and leaves to mourn his second wife Hilda, residing at the seniors cottages in Springdale, three sons and five daughters.

COLEMAN, Irene (nee Horwood)
Corner Brook, NF
December 24, 1940 - March 22, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Irene Coleman announce her passing on Thursday, March 22nd, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 60th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Joseph Sr.; her daughter Jane, Corner Brook, four sons: Peter (Gail), Saint John, NB, Arthur (Sandra), Corner Brook, Stephen (Sheila), Charlottetown, PEI and Joseph Jr. (Dianne), Corner Brook. Seven grandchildren: Brian and Jeffrey, Michael and Kathleen, Jennifer and Matthew, and Christopher. Five sisters: Margaret, Harriet, Lucy (Keith), Selina (Albert) and Daphne (Wayne), as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her father Stanley, and mother Elsie, of Rose Blanche, brothers William and Wilson. Irene will be sadly missed by all those she comforted and those she made time for; her loving and caring manner will be greatly missed by all she came in contact with throughout her life. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 24th, at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Mount Bernard Avenue, Fr. Gale officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot, Townsite Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

WHALEN, Mary
Heatherton, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Whalen announce her passing on Friday, March 23rd, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 74. She will be sadly missed by her 6 children: Robert (Cynthia), Linda Barry (Gordon), Lorraine Shears (Russell), Jennifer MacDonald (Ivan), Jamie (Lana), Wanda Gilbert (Gerard), 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband James Whalen. The family will be receiving friends at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Heatherton, Saturday beginning at 7:00 p.m. and all day Sunday, followed by the funeral service Monday, March 26th at 2:00 p.m. The interment will be held at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

Monday, March 26, 2001

no announcements in today's newspaper

Tuesday, March 27, 2001

DEATHS

PAYNE, Naaman
Cow Head, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Naaman Payne announce his passing on Saturday, March 24th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 82 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ella. Three Sons: Luke (Yvonne), Calvin (Ivy) and Andy (Michelle) all of Cow Head. Two daughters: Elizabeth (Anthony), Duke and Gloria Payne both of Cow Head. 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Brother Arthur (Opal) Payne, Parsons Pond, sister Maxine (Basil) Payne, Cow Head. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his two children Clifford and Nancy Joyce, grandson Roger, great-grandson Ian Calvin, brothers: Reginald and Clyde. The family will be receiving friends at Church of England Anglican Church in Cow Head Tuesday from where the funeral service will take place on Wednesday, March 28th, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Beverly Kean-Newhook officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour.

Wednesday, March 28, 2001

DEATHS

LODER, William (Bill)
Formerly of Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William (Bill) Loder announce his sudden passing while vacationing in Florida, March 23, 2001 at the age of 67. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: his wife Rhodena, sons: Rick, Jim (Lena) of Ontario, daughters Wanda (Rock) and Lisa of Ontario, also eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Brothers Elmo, Max (Loretta); sisters: Marie Penny, Ann Kennedy (Leo), Emmie Rowsell, King's Point. Special niece Shirley Pittman, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. Mr. Loder was predeceased by daughter Glenda and son Gregory, parents Isaac and Lucy Loder and sister Nellie and Irene.

ALEXANDER, John Francis
16 Kippens Road, Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Francis Alexander announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the age of 87 years. He will be sadly missed by two sons: Lester (Marie) Alexander of Ontario, Louverne (Edna) Alexander of Kippens; two daughters: Edna (John) Stamettellos and Geneva (David) Just, all of California, USA; one brother, Andrew Alexander of Stephenville,; 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Eileen Alexander on August 3, 1985. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Friday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish on West Street in Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated.

PELLEY, Frona Elizabeth
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frona Elizabeth Pelley announce her passing on March 27, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 83. She will be sadly missed by her four daughters: Betty (Don) Martin, Toronto, Ontario, Doreen (Henry) Burton, Rose (Bruce) Kelly, Patricia (George) Perrett; four sons: Keith (Ruby), Leonard (Muriel), Lloyd (Christina), Donald; seventeen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren; sisters: Ida White (Heber), Ann Snooks (Dan); brothers: Bill Crocker (Ennet), Fred (Hursie) and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ira Chesley Pelley, 1985, son William, 1941. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Tuesday from 7-9 p.m., Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral time will be announced. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations made to the Interfaith Home or The Heart and Stroke Foundation will be graciously accepted.

JAMES, Wilfred Gordon
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Wilfred Gordon James announce his passing on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the age of 71. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Elizabeth (nee: Wells); six daughters: Judy (Junior) Wells, Mt. Moriah, Janette (James) Hull, Barbara Marshall, Donna Dobbin, Pasadena, Lorna Pike, Mississauga, ON, Tammy (William) Cornick, Edmonton, Alb.; 13 grandchildren: Kerry Wells, Shelly Leroy & Charlene Wells, Jeff & Kevin Hull, Jason Marshall, Bob, Mike & Chris Dobbin, Lisa, Patti & Jimmy Pike, Erica Cornick; 3 great-grandchildren: Christopher, Crystal & Tyler; 2 sisters: Hilda Anthony (Frank), Pasadena, Audrey Brown, Cow Head; sister-in-law Myrtle James, Grand Falls. As well as a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Newton & Florence James, brother Norman James, son-in-law Raymond Marshall, brother-in-law William Brown. The funeral service will be held Friday, March 30th, at 2:00 p.m. from the Pasadena Pentecostal Church, Pastor Barry Pelley officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue today from 2-4 & 7-9 and the Pasadena Pentecostal Church, Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

PATEY, Lester Vance
Corner Brook
(formerly of St. Anthony)
January 12, 1939 - March 25, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lester Patey announce his passing on Sunday, March 25th, 2001, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 62nd year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 41 years, Elsie; five daughters: Marion (Wayne) of Ashdale, Nova Scotia, Norma (Glenn) of St. Anthony, Jackie, Nancy (Dennis) and Lori, all of Corner Brook; six grandchildren: Adam and Amanda, Kayla and Karla, Jeffrey and Ashley; three sisters: Shirley (Ed), Patsy (Terry) and Belle; two brothers: Roy (Mildred) and Glenn (Bonnie); brother-in-law Garry; special aunt and uncle, Blanche and Luke Biles, as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father William, mother Chatfield and son-in-law Perry. Visitation will take place form K. M. Fillatre Funeral Home, West Street, St. Anthony. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, from the Salvation Army Citadel, St. Anthony at 2 p.m. with Capt. Mouland officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to the Heart and stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to K. M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony, Wilfred Hutchings, funeral director.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

MURRIN, Roland
Cox's Cove, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mr. Roland Murrin announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, March 26th at the age of 77 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Annie (nee Snooks), of 57 years; his daughters: Kay (Wayne Young), Barb (Steve) Lohness and Trudy (Darren Cook) all residing at Ontario, Joy Bowen of Corner Brook; his sons: Murray (Sandy) of Cox's Dove, Boris (Marjorie) of Gillams and Terry (Joanie) of Ontario; 30 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; sisters: Lillian Robinson, Elva (Tom) Byrnes residing at York Harbour, Susie Best of Gillams and Doreen (Wilfred Payne) of Cox's Cove; brothers: Murdock (Doreen) of Cox's Cove and Calvin (Dina) of Gillams; sisters-in-law: Amy Murrin and Hazel (Bert) Baldwin of Cox's Cove; aunt Matilda Piercey of Cox's Cove and uncle George Brake of Gillams. He was predeceased by his parents, William and Alice Murrin, son Percy and daughter Jeanette Piercey. Visitation will commence at St. Nicholas Anglican Church in Cox's Cove, 7 p.m. Tuesday evening from where the funeral service will take place on Thursday, March 29th, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Randy Lockyer officiating. The interment will take place at the church cemetery. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, phone 634-2500.

MAHER, Clara Jane
Stephenville Crossing, NF
Passed away on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Clara Jane Maher, at the age of 89 years. She leaves to mourn, her daughters: Jenny (Leo) King, Stephenville Crossing, Hilda (Barry) Walker and Muriel (Phil) Campbell, New Brunswick, Donna White, Oshawa, Ontario, Clariece (Kevin) Rogers, Inuvik, NWT; sons: Joe (Yvonne) Maher and Bernie Maher, Stephenville, John (Rose) Maher, Al Maher and Tom Maher, New Brunswick, Leo Maher, British Columbia; 32 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; sisters: Florence (Charles) Dubay, St. George's and Christine (Mike) Legge, Stephenville Crossing and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John; grandchildren Gail and Terry, great-grandchild Eric, sisters: Annie, Unice and Louise; brothers: John, Arthur, Alloysuis, Narcuis, Henry and Arsen. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing on Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday 10 a.m. - 12 noon. The funeral mass will be held from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption on Thursday, March 29th at 2:00 p.m., Father Aidan Devine officiating. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre will be graciously accepted.

Thursday, March 29, 2001

DEATHS

JAMES, Wilfred Gordon
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Wilfred Gordon James announce his passing on Tuesday, March 27, 2001 at the age of 71. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Elizabeth (nee: Wells); six daughters: Judy (Junior) Wells, Mt. Moriah, Janette (James) Hull, Barbara Marshall, Donna Dobbin, Pasadena, Lorna Pike, Mississauga, ON, Tammy (William) Cornick, Edmonton, Alb.; 13 grandchildren: Kerry Wells, Shelly Leroy & Charlene Wells, Jeff & Kevin Hull, Jason Marshall, Bob, Mike & Chris Dobbin, Lisa, Patti & Jimmy Pike, Erica Cornick; 3 great-grandchildren: Christopher, Crystal & Tyler; 2 sisters: Hilda Anthony (Frank), Pasadena, Audrey Brown, Cow Head; sister-in-law Myrtle James, Grand Falls. As well as a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Newton & Florence James, brother Norman James, son-in-law Raymond Marshall, brother-in-law William Brown. The funeral service will be held Friday, March 30th, at 2:00 p.m. from the Pasadena Pentecostal Church, Pastor Barry Pelley officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9 and the Pasadena Pentecostal Church, Thursday form 2-4 & 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

PARK, Sylvia T. (nee Robinson)
Cox's Cove, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mrs. Sylvia Park announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 28th, 2001 at the age of 72 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, her husband, Roland; four sons: Glenden (Marion), Corner Brook, Dale (Nora), Cox's Cove, Colin (Penny), Mississauga, ON, Desmond, Milton, ON; two daughters: Inez (Dwight) Seegmiller, Kitchener, ON and Lorna (Bob), Corner Brook; 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Carl (Helen) Robinson, Cox's Cove; sisters: Mary (Richard) Parsons, Vera (George) Brown and Leona (Leslie) Crewe; mother, Selina, Cox's Cove; sister-in-law, Ivy, Mt. Moriah; special niece, Marie (Gilbert) of Kitchener, ON. She will be also missed by a large number of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, George, daughter, Linda and brother, Alex. Visitation will take place at the Emmanual Pentecostal Church in Cox's Cove commencing, Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will take place on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Hillier officiating. The interment will take place at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, phone 634-2500.

PELLEY, Frona Elizabeth
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frona Elizabeth Pelley announce her passing on March 27, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 83. She will be sadly missed by her four daughters: Betty (Don) Martin, Toronto, Ontario, Doreen (Henry) Burton, Rose (Bruce) Kelly, Patricia (George) Perrett; four sons: Keith (Ruby), Leonard (Muriel), Lloyd (Christina), Donald; seventeen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren; sisters: Ida White (Heber), Ann Snooks (Dan); brothers: Bill Crocker (Ennet), Fred (Hursie) and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ira Chesley Pelley, 1985, son William, 1941. The funeral service will be held Thursday, March 29th, at 10:30 a.m. from the Salvation Army Temple, O'Connell Drive, Major Martin officiating, followed by the interment at the Mt. Patricia Cemetery Receiving Chapel. Visitation was held at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations made to the Interfaith Home or The Heart and Stroke Foundation will be graciously accepted.

PRIDE, Eric Austin
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away suddenly on Monday, March 26th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 66 years. Remembered by his children: Joanne (Harry Kaunisviita), Linda (Kevin Gadde), Donna (Harry Zimendstark) and Eric; grandfather of Jordan, Daniel and Jesse; Ryan, Megan and Joel; Elizabeth and Stephanie; brother of Cora (Rocco Merlini), George (Cecilia), Joyce (Brian Dorion), Marie (Brooks Doman) and Shirley (the late Harvey Barnes). He will be also missed by a large number of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Thursday during the hours of 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place from Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Calvin Andrews officiating. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Friday, March 30, 2001

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Saturday, March 31, 2001

DEATHS

HANLON, Robert John
Brampton, ON
Formerly of Stephenville, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Robert John Hanlon announce his passing on Wednesday, March 28, 2001, in Brampton, Ontario at the age of 48. He will be sadly missed by his daughter Kelly of New Brunswick as well as his mother Evelyn of Stephenville; four brothers: Jerome (Audrey) Hanlon, Walter Jr. (Ruby) Hanlon and Luke (Cecile) Hanlon all of Brampton, Ontario and Steve (Myra) Hanlon of Stephenville; seven sisters: Charmaine of Mississauga, Camilla of Brampton, Pauline (Blaine) Perrier of Oakville, Ontario, Jacinta (David Janes) of Edmonton, Alberta, Christine (Raymond) Bourgeois and Odelia (Donald) Caul of Stephenville, Newfoundland. As well a large number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and a large circle of friends. He was predeceased by his brother Gene on December 22, 1998 and his father Walter on June 8, 1974. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Russell's Funeral Home of Stephenville. Visitation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home on Queen Street in Stephenville on Sunday, April 1, 2001 from 7-9 p.m. and on Monday, April 2, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will take place at St. Stephen's Parish in Stephenville on Tuesday, April 3, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway in Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.

STRATTON, Eldon
Passed away at Niagara Falls, Ontario on March 18th, 2001 Eldon Stratton, formerly of Greenspond and Corner Brook. Leaving to mourn his wife June; two daughters: Sharon and Sandi, one grandson Evan, two brothers: Lindy Stratton and Cliff Stratton, and sister Sadie Bugden. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Garfield Stratton and Amelia Gill and sister Muriel. Funeral arrangements took place at Niagara Falls.

BRAKE, Jean Lillian (nee Savory)
Reidville
September 25th, 1936 - March 29th, 2001
It is with profound sadness that the family of the late Jean Lillian Brake announce her passing on Thursday, March 29th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 64th year. She will be sadly missed and always remembered by her loving husband Donald Sr., four sons: Terry (Daphne), of Irishtown, Donald Jr. (Debbie) of Brampton, Roland (Thelma) of Curling and George and companion Linda of Toronto. Four daughters: Marjorie Young and Companion Rod of Brampton, Ivy Jennix of Corner Brook, Wanda (Edwin) Doyle of Deer Lake and Tammy (Eric) Carter of Corner Brook. Seventeen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Two brothers, Gordon Savory and Carl (Mabel) Savory. Her sister-in-law Ethel Savory, all of Port aux Basques. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her son Donald, parents George and Lena Savory and brother Frank Savory. Visitation took place form Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake on Friday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place today, Saturday, at 2:00 p.m. from the Anglican Church in Deer Lake with Rev. Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers or donations of one's choice is greatly accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

60TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
On March 31, 1941, Maxwell Wheeler and Violet Murphy were married at the Anglican Church in Curling, with Reverend Templeton officiating the service. Today the happy couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends at a dinner and dance at the Summerside Community Hall. Special greetings come from their five children (Maxine Loder, Sherman Wheeler, Doug Wheeler, Audrey Charron and Jocelyn Hamelin), 16 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and their families.

ENGAGEMENT

SAMMS & KINDEN
Don and Rose Samms of Stephenville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Donna to Tim Kinden, son of Roy and Lu Kinden of Stephenville. Engagement took place on December 24, 2000 in Calgary, Alberta.

BIRTHS

JOYOUS ARRIVAL!
LOWE
Francine and Brian Lowe are delighted to announce the arrival of their son, Peter Franklin Harold, born at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, February 8th, 2001, weighing 6 lb. 14½ oz. Proud grandparents are Sandra and Frank Clarke of Victoria, Conception Bay and Dorothy and Harvey Fowler of Capstain Island, Labrador. Proud great-grandmothers are Stella Clarke of Victoria and Mary Lowe of Pinware, Labrador. Lots of love is extended from all their family and friends.

PORTER
Brad and Tina Porter, of Mt. Moriah are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Cole Bradley, 6 lb. 10½ oz. on February 15, 2001. Lots of love from Mommy & Daddy, grandparents Tex & Marcie Porter of Mt. Moriah, grandparents Bernard & Vera Dennis of John's Beach, great-grandparents Munden & Lola Porter of Mt. Moriah, great-great-grandmother Mary Brake of Meadows, Uncle Barry, Aunt Denise and cousins Courtney & Caitlin Gilbert of Lark Harbour. Long distance congratulations & lots of love from Uncle Jeff Porter & Aunt Glenda Webster of Halifax. A christening at St. Mary's Church was held on March 18, 2001. Godparents were Rod Welshman, Peter & Angela Butt. Family and friends gathered at Cole's home, following the Christening, to celebrate the special occasion.