Friday, April 1, 2005

DEATHS

CLARKE, Jeffrey R.
88 Ohio Drive
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jeffrey R. Clarke announce his peaceful passing after his courageous battle with cancer at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John's on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at the age of 40 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving partner Linda and his parents, Ross and Betty Clarke of Lewisporte, one brother, Shawn (Kim) Clarke of Courtice, Ontario and grandfather, Earl Whalen of Western Bay, aunts: Betty (Bill) Collins of Paradise, Maxine Gregory Lane of Grand Falls-Windsor, Dorothy (Bill) Crummey of Western Bay, Greta (Dave) Lilly of Paradise, uncles: Boyd (Marie) Whalen of Western Bay, Gerald (Julie) Clarke of Norland, Ontario, Roland (Jean) Clarke of Oshawa, Ontario and nephews: Dylan and Nolan Clarke and the Peterson family (Peggy and Judy) and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandmother Whalen, grandmother and grandfather Clarke, uncle Sterling Clarke. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 2^nd at 2:00 p.m. at the United Church, St. Clare Avenue, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

TOUROUT, Rita
Piccadilly
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rita Tourout announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, March 20, 2005 at the age of 83 years. She will be sadly missed by six sons: Curtis (Geraldine) Tourout, Randy Tourout, all of Piccadilly, Ralph Jr. (Linda) Tourout of Prince Edward Island, Leroy (Judy) Tourout, Gary (Vicky) Tourout, Danny (Linda) Tourout, all of Manitouwadge, Ontario and four daughters: Madonna Hynes of Port au Port, Dale (Tony) Gaspar, Lisa Jomphe, all of Manitouwadge, Ontario, Marty (Ricky) Formanger of Piccadilly and three brothers: Howard Gale, Michael Jr. (Theresa) Gale, Bertrum (Lillian) Gale, all of Piccadilly and two sisters: Ethel Tourout of Piccadilly, Margaret Jason of Stephenville; 25 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph Tourout and one son, Hubert Tourout. Friends may call at the family residence in Piccadilly on Saturday (after 3:00 p.m.) and Sunday. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, April 4th at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Piccadilly with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Piccadilly. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

DOUCETTE, Kevin
Age 32
John's Beach
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kevin Doucette announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on March 29, 2005 at the age of 32. He leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories his parents: Walter and Bernadette (Chaisson) Doucet, of Tompkins; brother Blair, of Benoit's Cove; grandmother Kathleen Chaisson, of Searston; great grandmother Mary Chaisson, of Port aux Basques; four uncles; eight aunts and their families; special friends and caregivers: Irving and Fran Campbell, of Labrador, Ray and Rose Power, of Benoit's Cove, Edward and Phyllis White, of John's Beach. He is predeceased by grandfather Gerald Chaisson and grandparents: Walter Sr. and Gertrude (MacNeil) Doucet, two uncles and one aunt. Cremation took place from Humber Valley Crematorium. Interment will follow on Saturday, April 2^nd, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. from Mount St. Thomas Cemetery, Doyles, with Father Lee Lainey officiating. Arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port aux Basques. The family guest book may be signed through our website www.fillatre.ca

ELLSWORTH, Arthur A.
Meadows
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Arthur Ellsworth announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, March 30, 2005 in his 95^th year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his four sons: Ralph (Olive) of Meadows, Aubrey (Mabel) of Hughes Brook, Ivan (Debbie) and Alfred (Lorraine) all of Corner Brook; three daughters: Fern Mason, Beckenham Kent, England, Regina Park (Wallace) and Anna Pittman (Churchill) all of Meadows; sister Nonia George; son-in-law Jerry Brake and daughter-in-law Elizabeth Ellsworth; 32 grandchildren; 46 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his daughter Alma Brake (1981), wife Maria (1995), son Ashley (1998) and son-in-law John Mason. Visitation will take place at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Meadows on Friday, April 1, 2005. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Sidney Payne officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Donations can be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Kidney Dialysis Unit. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 634-2500. The family guest book may be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Saturday, April 2, 2005

DEATHS

FRANCIS, Stanley George
Deer Lake
Step. 27^th, 1927 - Mar. 31^st, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Stanley George Francis announce his passing on Thursday, March 31^st, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 77^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Beatrice Gwen (nee Bishop); four daughters: Louise (Glenn Burton) of Deer Lake, Gloria Francis (George Halfyard) of Wiltondale, Nina (Dmitirly Mezlinskly) of St. John's and Jennifer Francis (fiancé Glenn Doman) of Deer Lake; one son, James (Angela Boland) of St. John's; 14 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; one sister, Hilda Decker of Rocky Harbour; one brother Roland Francis of Deer Lake; also a large circle of relatives and friends. Stanley was known as a long time fiddler and accordion player. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Saturday, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church in Deer Lake. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BLANCHARD, Stedman
Brampton, ON
(Formerly of Cox's Cove)
Dec. 28^th, 1933 - March 29^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Stedman Blanchard announce his passing on Tuesday, March 29^th, 2005 at the William Oster Health Centre, in Brampton, Ontario in his 71^st year. He will be sadly missed by his special family: Ruth (Scott) Park, Whitney (Sherry), Sabrina (Travis) Burton and Brady and Sam the dog all of Brampton, Ontario. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Cox's Cove today, Saturday from where the funeral service will take place on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Coles officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BRAKE, Gerald David
R.C.R. Airbourne
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerald Brake announces his passing at St. Clare's Hospital, St. John's on Thursday, March 31, 2005 at the age of 74 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories sisters: Neala (Bob) Senior of St. John's and Olive (Doug) Beattie of Pasadena; brothers: Alva (Edna) of Corner Brook and John (Thelma) of St. John's; and a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Eileen and parents James and Nettie Brake. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, April 3, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial service will be held on Monday, April 4, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church with Rev. Druggett officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church or the Lung Association. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 634-2500. The guest book may be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.countryhaven.ca

HERNANDEZ, Bernadette
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bernadette Hernandez announce her passing at Stephenville Crossing on Sunday, March 27, 2005 at the age of 62 years. She will be sadly missed by five sons: Jon (Trinette) Hernandez of PA, USA, Scott (Hannah) Hernandez, Jason Hernandez, Nathan Hernandez and Kristopher Hernandez, all of Minnesota, USA; four daughters: Lisa Kaiser, Davida (Michael) Johnson, Kristen (Alex) Ackerman and Alexandria (Scott) Delger, all of Minnesota, USA; her mother, Mary C. White of Stephenville; six brothers: Brian (Holly) White of St. John's, Joe (Wendy) White of Alberta, Donny White of Stephenville, Lorne White of British Columbia, Fabian White of London, Ontario and Aloysius White of Stephenville; four sisters: Edna (Don) Brown of London, Ontario, Joey White of Ontario, Marlene (Pat) Sampson of Grand Falls and Mary (Kenny) Sampson of Stephenville; 17 grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Aloysius White and brother, Floyd White. Cremation service took place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral service took place on Saturday, April 2^nd at 9:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville.

BRETT, Joyce (nee Budden)
Sop's Arm, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joyce Brett announce her sudden passing as a result of a motor vehicle accident at the age of 78 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Cecil; two sons: Dana Brett of Taiwan, Kirk (Kelly) Brett of St. John's; five daughters: Norma (Harvey) Fradsham of Corner Brook; Rosalind (John) Priddle of Stephenville; June (Phil) Jarvis of Toronto; Brada (Derrick) Purchase of Kippens; Pauline (Allister) Hewitt of Sop's Arm; eleven cherished grandchildren and twelve precious great-grandchildren; brothers: Watson (Ethlyn) Budden of Sop's Arm, Cranley (Marie) Budden of St. John's. Joyce will also be remembered by a large circle of friends and relatives. She was predeceased by her parents Stanley and Martha Budden and sisters Effie and Stella, brothers George and Leander. Cremation Service took place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral Service to be announced at a later date in Sop's Arm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Bethel United Church, Sop's Arm would be greatly appreciated.
"Too loved to ever be forgotten."

RALPH, Harold Lambert
Sops Arm
May 8^th, 1930 - April 1^st, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harold Lambert Ralph announce his passing on Friday, April 1^st, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 74^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Alice (nee Ivany); five daughters: Norma (George) Ball of Manuels, Barbara (Kevin) Pittman of Sops Arm, Mildred (Alvin) Hamlyn of Calgary, Marcy (Michael) Daniels of Crambrook, BC and Aimee of Sops Arm; four grandchildren: Peter (Susan) & Timothy, both of St. John's and Shauna & Sarah of Calgary; one brother, Francis (Rita) of Sops Arm; two sisters: Mary (John) House of Port Saunders and Marie (Henry) Frampton of Bay Bulls; his sister-in-law, Helen Pittman of Pollards Point; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Pheobe; brother, Richard and sister, Ulah. Visitation will take place from the Pentecostal Church in Sops Arm today Saturday and Sunday, where also the funeral service will take place on Monday at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BIRTHS

KENNEDY
Jacob Andrew Charles Kennedy. Born Jan. 11, 2005, 7 lb. 8½ oz. at IWK Grace Hospital, Halifax, NS. Proud parents, Jamie Kennedy and Natalee Glover, Dartmouth, NS. Grandparents, Bud & Ina Kennedy, Corner Brook, NL, Bev & Chuck Glover, Dartmouth, NS. A special hello from your big sister (cousin) Jayme.

BRADBURY
Announcing the arrival of Thomas Paul Bradbury! His birth was joyfully celebrated by parents Pamela Gill and Mark Bradbury of Corner Brook in the wee hours of February 4, 2005. Also very proud are grandparents Roberta and Lloyd Gill of St. John's and Victoria (Bradbury) and Bert Spencer of Corner Brook, great-grandparents Bonnie and Tom Vincent of St. John's, Julia and Isaac Gill of St. John's and Elsie Fraser of Corner Brook. Not to mention a whole bunch of aunts, uncles and cousins at home in Newfoundland and abroad! Thomas will be very much loved and treasured by all who meet him. After all, who can resist that smile?

Monday, April 4, 2005

DEATHS

BOLAND, Thomas P.
Benoit's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Thomas Boland announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, April 1, 2005 at the age of 55. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories sons: John of Brampton, ON, and Scott of Benoit's Cove; mother Maud Dormody of Benoit's Cove; sisters: Melinda (Russell) Vincent, and Eileen (William) Vincent all of Benoit's Cove; brother John (Linda) of Brampton, ON and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father John in 1954. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd. on Monday, April 4, 2005 from 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral services will take place at Our Lady Star of The Sea on Tuesday, April 5, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. with Father B. Buckle officiating. Interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Benoit's Cove. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to The Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home 634-2500. The guest book may be signed or memorial donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

GILLINGHAM, Meryl Baird
Cox's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Meryl Gillingham announce his passing in the presence of his loving family at The Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 2, 2005 at the age of 63. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his companion and caregiver Marjorie Park. Five children Kim (Dave) of Bracebridge, ON, Jim, Michael, Gerald (Karen) all of Elliott Lake, ON, and Betty (Adam) of Fort Nelson, BC, 9 grandchildren. Mother Elsie Gillingham of Mountainview home in Meadows. 2 brothers Eric (Grace) and Austin (Pauline) of Cox's Cove. 3 sisters Kathleen (Bernard Park) of McIvers, Marilyn (Bernard) Park of Cox's Cove, and Regina (Bruce Drover) of Corner Brook and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased  by his father James, brothers John, Gerald, Stanley, and Benjamin. Visitation will take place at St. Nicholas Anglican Church Monday, April 4^th, 2005 and Tuesday, April 5^th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9.  Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, April 6, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Joan Coles officiating. Interment at the church cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home 634-2500. The guest book may be signed or donations made by visiting our website www.country-haven.ca

BUTT, John Harvey
Pasadena
(Formerly of Corner Brook, NL)
June 25, 1929 - April 1, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Butt announce his sudden passing on Friday, April 1^st, 2005 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 75 years. John was a member of the Humber United Church Men's Club, the Orange Lodge and a longtime employee of North Star Cement Ltd. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his daughter Heather (Clayton) Long; grandsons: Liam and Cole; granddaughter: Erin, all residing in St. John's; brother: Joseph Butt, Deer Lake; sisters: Florence Melanson, Calgary, AB, Ruth (Edgar) Legge, Pasadena; brother-in-law: Gordon Gushue, Deer Lake; sisters-in-law: Vera Jeans, Lorraine Penney and Marie Penney, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Mary (nee Penney), parents: Henry T. and Annabel Butt; brother Reginald Butt and sister Sadie Gushue. Friends visited Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held today, Monday, April 4^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Humber United Church, Clarence Street. Rev. Patricia Melindy officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the NL and Lab. Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

HUTCHINGS, Kayla Josena
Irishtown, NL
June 28^th, 1984 - April 1^st, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Kayla Hutchings announce her sudden passing on Friday, April 1^st, 2005 at St. Clare's Hospital in St. John's at the age of 20 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her loving companion Jerry Pardy; parents Sonya and Don Penney; sisters: Nikki and Jody; brother Jason. Grandparents Melvin and Ruth Hutchings, William and Elizabeth Penney, Scott and Julie Osbourne, great-grandmother Mildred Hutchings and great-grandfather Loran Taylor. As well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, niece, nephew, cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her father Timmy Osbourne, 1986, great-grandmother Josena Taylor, 2000 and great-grandfather Stanley Hutchings. Friends may visit St. Paul's Anglican Church, Summerside today, Monday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 5^th at 2:00 p.m. with Mrs. Mary Brenson officiating. Interment to follow at the United Cemetery, Summerside. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, April 5, 2005

DEATHS

EARLE, Arthur Cecil
St. George's, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Arthur Cecil Earle announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, April 2^nd, 2005 at the age of 77. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories wife Romona; children: Janice Perry, Kippens, Gordon (Eilleen), Witless Bay, Darlene Wright, Wanda Earle, Raymond, Paul (Cindy), Bernadette (Richard) Cichocki, all of Ontario, Jackie (Garland) King, Mattis Point, Elaine (Keith King), Stephenville Crossing, Dwayne, BC; 17 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brother Sam, Twillingate; sister Josephine (Sam) Renolds, ON. He is predeceased by daughter Veronica Rose; parents Eli and Delsie; brothers: Martin, Harvey, Gordon and by sister Louise. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place from the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, St. George's on Thursday, April 7^th at 2:00 p.m. with Father Gerard Patry officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery, Shallop Cove. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, West Street, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed through our website www.fillatre.ca

MILLER, Sidney
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sidney Miller announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, April 4, 2005 at the age of 64 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 44 years, Emma; son Roger (Lisa) of Corner Brook; daughters: Christine Ryan of Port Rexton, Sheila (Shawn) Perry of Ft. McMurray and Irene (Andy) Lapointe of Prince George; sisters: Gertrude Hart of Springvale, Maine, Ethel Bailey of Port Rexton, Louise (George) Miller of New Bonaventure and Mary (Harold) Hancock of Forteau; grandchildren: Angela Ryan, Laura and Andrew Miller and Lucas Perry; brothers and sisters-in-law: Wallace and Margaret Lewis, Phyllis Fromanger, Don and Sharon Lewis, Wayne and Linda Lewis and Melvin and Graham Lewis; mother-in-law Susie Knee; aunt Jane Lewis; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Frank and Leitia Miller; brothers: Frank, John, Jim, Joe and Bill; father-in-law Herbert Lewis and brother-in-law Harvey Lewis. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, April 6, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, April 7, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Friday, April 8, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army Citadel, Clarence Street with Captain Scott Rideout officiating. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Corner Brook Salvation Army Citadel Men's Fellowship. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.countryhaven.ca

CARTER, Roland S.
Corner Brook, NL
December 8^th, 1916 - April 3^rd, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Roland Carter announce his passing on Sunday, April 3^rd, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 88 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his two sons: Gordon (Maureen), Steady Brook and Gregory, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Troy (Tina), Fort St. John, BC and Shane (Shonna), Corner Brook; great grandchildren: Heather, Shane and Brandon; step granddaughter Kathryn Mitchell, Alberta, one brother Pearce (Inez), Corner Brook; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Doris, 1988, sisters: Josephine, Evelyn and Violet, brothers: Reg, Stewart and Fred. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook today, Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 6^th, at 2:00 p.m. from The Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist, Main Street with The Very Rev. Lorne Gosse officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

Wednesday, April 6, 2005

DEATH

CROCKER, Isaac Mancel
Trout River
January 19^th, 1907 - April 5^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Isaac Crocker announce his passing on Tuesday, April 5^th, 2005 at the Bonne Bay Hospital in his 98^th year. He will be sadly missed by his family, four sons: Herbert (Florence), Alvin (Jean), Clayton, Hedley (Susan) all of Trout River; two daughters: Jessie (Milton) Young of Barrie, Ontario and Nellie (Carl) Martin of Trout River. Also a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Flora, daughters, Lily Brake and Annie Parsons. Visitation will take place today, Wednesday from the Salvation Army Church in Trout River where also funeral service will take place on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Capt. Ledrew officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Thursday, April 7, 2005

DEATHS

ROWE, John Augustus
Irishtown, NL
April 6^th, 1922 - April 5^th, 2005
Merchant Marine WWII
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Augustus Rowe announce his passing on Tuesday, April 5^th, 2005 at his family residence in Irishtown at the age of 82 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Barbara (Glen) Young, Irishtown with whom he resided; Mercedes (David) Hynes, Pasadena; Marilyn (Cyril) Terry, Ft. Nelson, BC; Jacqueline (Tom) Legge, Corner Brook; Allen (Barbara) Rowe, Irishtown; Doreen Gaultois, Irishtown and Sylvia (Gene) Colborne, Corner Brook; 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; brothers: Louis Rowe, Irishtown; Alphonsus (Michelle) Rowe, Ottawa; step-brother Stanley Rowe, Corner Brook; Sister Teresa Leidy, Illinois; step-sister Monica (George) Anderson, Irishtown; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Sylvia "Dollie", 1994, parents Joseph, 1976 and Delia, 1936, brothers: Phillip, Michael and one in infancy, sisters: Mercedes and Mary. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook today, Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, April 8^th at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul's Anglican Church, Summerside with Rev. Sidney Payne officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Summerside. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Shriners - Mazol Temple Cripple & Burnt Children's Fund. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

GUY, Clarence G.
Royal Navy
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clarence Guy announces his sudden passing at his residence on Wednesday, April 6, 2005 at the age of 74 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 48 years, Mamie; son, Frank (Cathy) of Corner Brook; daughters: Peggy Mayberry of Calgary, Brenda (Pierre) Pender of Corner Brook, Cindy (Calley) Noseworthy of Ontario, and Tracey (Arthur) Pells of Pasadena; seven grandchildren: Heather, Andrew, Allison, Renee, Adam, Patrick and Madison; brothers: Clifford (Mary), Frank (Merla), Kevin (Joan), David (Betty), Eugene (Sheila), Jim (June), Gerald (Marion), Larry and Wilfred (Marilyn); sisters: Joan Dicks, Judy (Gerald) Rumbolt and Diane (Alex) Hatcher; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: Rita and Claude Guy, and brothers: Edward and Claude. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, April 7, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. and Friday, April 8, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at First United Church, Park St. with Rev. Wayne Cole officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the charity of your choice. The family guestbook may be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Friday, April 8, 2005

DEATH

HARRIS, Margaret Judith (Judy)
Summerside, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Judy Harris (nee Boland) announce her passing on Thursday, April 7^th, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 60 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband of 35 years, Samuel; daughter Kimberly, at home; mother Mrs. Mary White (Richard), Pasadena; sisters: Marie (Larry Doucette), Victoria, BC, Joan (Dan Patfield), Whitby, ON; brothers: Bill (Shirley) Boland, Victoria, BC, Tom (Lucy) Boland, Curling, John (Val) Boland, Curling, Larry (Amanda) Boland, Ottawa, ON and Roger (Sharon) Boland, Grand Prairie, AB; mother-in-law Mrs. Verdie Harris, Interfaith Home; two aunts: Bernice Woodrow, Corner Brook and Reene Rumbolt, Curling; three special friends: Ann Hackett (Peter), Halifax, Emma Parsons (Lloyd), Summerside and Eudora Parsons (Bill), Summerside, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, bothers and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father Thomas Boland, March 1964, brother Edward, July 2004 and father-in-law Chesley Harris, November 1981. Granting Judy's wishes, cremation has taken place. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. followed by a prayer service, officiated by Father Terry Boland. Interment to take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request, donations may be made to the Cancer Unit, WMRH or to the Palliative Care Unit, WMRH. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, April 9, 2005

DEATHS

LUNDRIGAN, Joseph Patrick
Corner Brook, NL
WWII, 166^th Field Artillery
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph Lundrigan announce his passing on Wednesday, April 6^th, 2005 at his residence at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: his wife Zita; children: Barbara Brothers (John), Corner Brook, Joe (Anne), Calgary, AB, Debbie Lundrigan (Vince), Winsor, ON, Audrey Miller (Leigh), Gander, Peggy Rumboldt (Gus), Corner Brook, Nora Power, Corner Brook, Randy (Yvette), Whitby, ON, Mary Marshall (Bruce), Corner Brook and Kevin (Christine), Corner Brook; step-children: Judy Cull (Mel), Sarnia, ON, Eric Christopher (Jeanette), Corner Brook, Paula Waque (Jim) Corunna, ON, Margaret Companion (Tom), Sarnia, ON, Mary Stanford (Gary), London, ON, Donna Cormier (Joe), Amherstbury, ON, Mitzie Bone (Chris), Timmins, ON, Josephine Bousfield (Rob), London, ON, Zita Lobsinger (Doug), Pickering, ON and Michelle Trupp (Gary), Amherstbury, ON; 26 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his first wife Violet, July 27, 1995, brothers Gus, Bill and Nelson and sister Elizabeth Roche (Jim). Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 9^th at 10:30 a.m. from the Cathedral of The Most Holy Redeemer, Mt. Bernard Avenue. Father Edwin Gale officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

KING, Todd
8-B Gordon Crescent
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Todd King announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Thursday, April 7, 2005 at the age of 39 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving parents, Vincent and Olive King of Stephenville; one brother, Tom King of Prince Edward Island; five sisters: Mary (Dan) Lainey of Stephenville, Geraldine (Tom) Wall of Codroy Valley, Diane Green of Corner Brook, Marjorie King of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Kimberly Kennedy (Wayne) of Corner Brook and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, James King and sister, Elizabeth King. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, April 11th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to the MS Society would be greatly appreciated.

GLAVINE, Gregory Edward
11 Colonial Avenue
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family  of the late Gregory Edward Glavine announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Friday, April 8, 2005 at the age of 85 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Patricia and one daughter, Odilia (Gerald) Hall of Lourdes and two brothers: Fred (Mildred) Glavine, John (Betty) Glavine, all of Billerica, Massachusetts, USA and one sister, Peggy Nuttall of Cape Cod, one sister-in-law, Carmel Tobin of Stephenville and five grandchildren: Warren, Allison, Joanne, Bryan, Dean and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Mary Glavine and four brothers: William, David, Francis and James and special aunt and uncle, Mary and Edward Gillespie. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Saturday from 7-9 and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, April 11th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville.

BENOIT-SNOOK, Monica
Lourdes
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Monica Benoit-Snook announce her passing in Lourdes on Thursday, April 7, 2005 at the age of 80 years. She will be sadly missed by her very special friend, Lillian Green of Lourdes and a very large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Narcissus and Clementine Benoit, her brothers and sister. Friends may call at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes on Saturday (after 2:00 p.m.) and Sunday. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, April 11^th at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in West Bay. Funeral arrangements are under  the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

SYNARD, Wallace Gordon (Wally)
Dec. 3, 1938 - Feb. 17, 2005
A memorial service will take place April 16, 2005, 2 p.m. at St. Andrews's Anglican Church, Sunnyside, Trinity Bay, followed by interment in the Church Cemetery.

BIRTH

BURRIDGE
Introducing Matthew Bertram Burridge, born February 15^th, 2005, weighing 7 lb. 2 oz. Proud parents are Angela and Trevor Burridge of Paradise, NL. Matthew is the grandson of Jane & Weldon Blanchard, McIvers and Joan & Maurice Delaney, Cox's Cove, great-grandson of Eva Rideout, Meadows and Matilda Burridge, McIvers.

WEDDING

COLEMAN / CHURCHILL
We are pleased to announce the marriage of Kastine Marie Coleman and Lee Robert Churchill. The couple were engaged December 24, 2004 and married on March 24^th, 2005 in Holguin, Cuba. The happy couple was accompanied by parents of the bride Bob and Tina Coleman, parents of the groom Robert and Debbie Churchill of Hodges Cove, Newfoundland, bridesmaid Meghan Coleman, best man Morley Spurrell and many family and friends of the couple. Kastine and Lee currently work and reside in Corner Brook. Best wishes extended from all family and friends.

Monday, April 11, 2005

DEATHS

RICE, Norman
Sops Arm, NL
July 18^th, 1926 to April 9^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Rice announce his passing on Saturday, April 9^th, 2005 at the Central Newfoundland Hospital, Grand Falls-Windsor at the age of 78 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his loving wife of 57 years Phoebe Rice, daughters: Viney (John) Burt, Grand Falls, Velma Whitt, Toronto, Lisa (Wayne) Hunter, BC, Evelyn (Mark) Scarr, Ottawa, Nina Parsons, Montreal, Mona Dove, Michelle Rowe, Cora Luff, all of Ontario, sons: Milton (Pauline) Rice, Ontario, Lee (June) Rice, Labrador City, Terry (Barb) Rice, Kitchener, Ontario, brothers: Walt, Ken, sister Cynthia, 28 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, special friend France Ralph, Sops Arm and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Hezekiah and Lucy Rice, brothers Sydney and Pearce and sister Dorcas. Friends may visit Sops Arm Pentecostal Church today, from where the funeral service will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, April 12^th at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Reg Skinner officiating. Interment to be held at the Pentecostal Cemetery, Sops Arm. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer Association of Newfoundland. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

FUDGE, Gary W.
5-B Gordon Crescent
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gary W. Fudge announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at the age of 43 years. He will be sadly missed by his uncle and aunt, Calvin and Gladys Payne of Rocky Harbour, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his mother, Evelyn Furlong and his step-father, John Furlong. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 12^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville.

KING, Olive
8-B Gordon Crescent
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Olive King announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, April 9, 2005 at the age of 74 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Vincent and one son, Tom King of Prince Edward Island and five daughters: Mary (Dan) Lainey of Stephenville, Geraldine (Tom) Wall of Codroy Valley, Diane Green of Corner Brook, Marjorie King of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Kimberly Kennedy (Wayne) of Corner Brook and three brothers: Baxter (Gertie) Webster, Cyril (Melina) Webster, all of Corner Brook, Tom (Imelda) Webster of Toronto, Ontario and one sister, Mildred Wiseman of Corner Brook, 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Elias and Lucy Webster, two sons, James King and Todd King and one daughter, Elizabeth King. Visitation took place on Saturday evening and Sunday at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville. Funeral service will take place on Monday, April 11^th at 2:00 p.m. at 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 Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated.

LEFRANK, John Power
Benoit's Cove, NL
WWII Merchant Marine
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John LeFrank announce his passing on Friday, April 8^th, 2005 at his residence in Benoit's Cove at the age of 79 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his two daughters: Charlotte LeFrank and Jennifer Gelinas (Mark), residing in Windsor, Ontario; two step grandchildren: Meaghyn and Shane Gelinas; four brothers: Roger (Jeannie), Yarmouth, NS, Gordon (Bonnie), London, ON, Paul (Cathy), Boston, Mass, and George (Velda), Dartmouth, NS; special friends and cousins: Luella and Jerry Sheehan, Benoit's Cove, 20 nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends throughout Ontario and the Maritimes who knew and loved John. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 12^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea, Benoit's Cove, Fr. Bernard Buckle officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Janeway Children's Hospital Foundation. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

FOLEY, Carleton Joseph
Corner Brook, NL
4^th Degree Knights of Columbus
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Carleton Foley announce his passing on Sunday, April 10^th, 2005 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 74 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife of 51 years, Geraldine (nee McHugh); 5 daughters: Carla (David) Wells, Debra (Ben) Simms, Sandra (Bob) Ryan, Colleen (Duane) Huxter, and Margaret (Brent) Critch, all residing in Corner Brook; 10 grandchildren: Andrew and Michael Simms, Jonathan Wells, Julia and Rebecca Ryan, Christopher and Nicholas Hurley, Ethan Huxter, Emily and Adam Critch; brother: Gerald (Dolores) Foley, Ottawa; sister: Donald (late Jack) Gatherall, St. John's; special friends: Tom and Elsie LaSaga, Corner Brook as well as nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: John and Mary Foley, sister Diane and brother Jimmy. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 13^th at 10:30 a.m. from the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, Mt. Bernard Avenue. Fr. Edmund Camacho officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Most Holy Redeemer Memorial Fund, Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation or to the charity of ones choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MAYNARD, Hazel Myrtle
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hazel Maynard announce her passing at the Interfaith Home for Seniors on Saturday, April 9^th, 2005 at the age of 90 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her four sons: Benjamin (Caroline), George (Joan), Corner Brook, Harold (Donnie) and Jack (Sandra), Fredericton, NB; 15 grandchildren: Brian, David, Robert, Rodney, Carla, Janet, Ronnie, Bruce, Jamie, Franklin, Kenny, Patti, Karen, Peter and Steven; 16 great grandchildren; sisters: Faith Colley, St. John's and Florence (George) Kendall, Corner Brook; brothers: Joseph (Mavis) Hatcher, Labrador City, and Eric (Jen) Hatcher, Corner Brook, sister-in-law: Shirley Hatcher, Corner Brook and brother-in-law: Edward Maynard, Norris Point, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Benjamin, December 25, 1969, parents: Joseph and Annie Hatcher of Woody Point; sisters: Alice Parsons and Edna Gilley; brothers: Wallace, Thomas and George Hatcher, infant brother Hillary; and grandson Scott Maynard. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 13^th, at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street. Rev. Derek Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the All Saints Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, April 12, 2005

DEATHS

DICKS, John Augustus
Corner Brook, NL
August 16^th, 1940 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Augustus Dicks announce his passing on Monday, April 11^th, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 64 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Shirley (nee Allen) and son Johnny; brothers: Brendan (Ann), Corner Brook, Michael (Marcella), British Colombia, Jerrett (Peggy), Francis, both of Corner Brook and Thomas (Sheila), Nova Scotia; sisters: Margaret Kelly, St. John's, Veronica (Douglas) Livingstone, Nova Scotia, Roberta (Brian) Skanes, Corner Brook, Jocelyn (Glen) Candow, Mary Dillman both of Nova Scotia, Colleen (Kevin) Burke, PEI, Marie (Allan) Pitcher, Ontario and Maxine (John) Manuel, Nova Scotia; sister-in-law Maria Dicks, Corner Brook. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Mary, sisters  Marguerite and Carla, brother Bart and brother-in-law Pat Kelly. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook today, Tuesday, from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM and on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 14^th at 10:30 AM from all Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road with Father Gordon Grace officiating. Cremation to follow at John's request. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of one's choice. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

FOLEY, Carleton Joseph
Corner Brook, NL
4^th Degree Knights of Columbus
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Carleton Foley announce his passing on Sunday, April 10^th, 2005 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 74 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his wife of 51 years, Geraldine (nee McHugh); 5 daughters: Carla (David) Wells, Debra (Ben) Simms, Sandra (Bob) Ryan, Colleen (Duane) Huxter, and Margaret (Brent) Critch, all residing in Corner Brook; 10 grandchildren: Andrew and Michael Simms, Jonathan Wells, Julia and Rebecca Ryan, Christopher and Nicholas Hurley, Ethan Huxter, Emily and Adam Critch; brother: Gerald (Dolores) Foley, Ottawa; sister: Donalda (late Jack) Gatherall, St. John's; special friends: Tom and Elsie LaSaga, Corner Brook as well as nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: John and Mary Foley, sister Diane and brother Jimmy. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Monday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 13^th at 10:30 a.m. from the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, Mt. Bernard Avenue. Fr. Edmund Camacho officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Most Holy Redeemer Memorial Fund, Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation or to the charity of ones choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

DONAHUE, Shawn Joseph
Halfway Point, NL
March 24^th, 1940 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Shawn Joseph Donahue announce his passing on Monday, April 11^th, 2005 at his family residence in Halfway Point at the age of 65 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Marie (nee Gale), three daughters: Karen (Dexter) Bellows, Marina (Glen) Brothers and Yvette (Shawn) Chafe all of Halfway Point. Grandchildren: Terri Donahue, Jennifer, Natasha, Sarah and Danika Bellows, Brianna and Braeden Brothers, Sautana Chafe, Melissa and Danielle Donahue. One great-granddaughter Jade Donahue, mother Gerona Donahue, Corner Brook, brothers Basil (Vivian) Donahue, Curling and Eric (Gladys) Companion, Ontario; sister Sheila (Gerald) Young, Corner Brook; brother-in-law Joseph Gale, Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Edith (Rex) Snooks and Betty (Ron) Snooks both of Curling; special friend Leonard Greene, Halfway Point. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Brian, 1994, and father Arthur, 1981. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street today, Tuesday, from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM and on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 14^th at 10:30 AM from Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, Benoit's Cove with Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Cremation to follow at Shawn's request. Interment will be held on Friday, April 15^th at 2:00 PM at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Benoit's Cove. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

WEBBER, Gordon Francis
Little Rapids
1933 - 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Francis Webber announce his passing on Sunday, April 10, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in his 71^st year. He will be sadly missed with fond and loving memories by his wife Mary; his daughters: Josephine (Edwin) Northcott, Rose (Rick) Feltham; his sons: Kenneth (Andrea), Daniel (Evelyn), Frank (Nina); five grandchildren: Sherilynn, Amanda, Megan, Adam and Joshua; two great grandchildren: Brianna and Cory; his sisters: Jacquline and Myrtle; his brother Lloyd (Margaret) and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Blanche Webber; his daughter Elizabeth Margaret Bella. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9, where funeral services will take place on Wednesday, April 13^th, 2005 at 2 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church, Deer Lake with Captain Terry Hopkins officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made to the Janeway Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Wednesday, April 13, 2005

DEATHS

REID, Clarison Wallace
November 4^th, 1940 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clarison Wallace Reid announce his sudden passing in his 64^th year, at the Bonne Bay Health Centre. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his mother Harriett; sister Phyllis (Cyril) Decker, London, ON; brother Fred (Holly), Corner Brook; nephews: Shane (Karol) Decker, Chad Decker, London, ON, Mark Reid, Brampton, ON, Stephen and David Dylan, London, ON and a large circle of aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his father Victor, 1981 and sister Florence, 1970. Visitation will take place Tuesday afternoon at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Norris Point. Funeral will take place Thursday 2 p.m., Rev. Canon John Olsson officiating. Interment at the old cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

WEBBER, Gordon Francis
Little Rapids
1933 - 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Francis Webber announce his passing on Sunday, April 10, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in his 71^st year. He will be sadly missed with fond and loving memories by his wife Mary; his daughters: Violet, Josephine (Edwin) Northcott, Rose (Rick) Feltham; his sons: Kenneth (Andrea), Daniel (Evelyn), Frank (Nina); five grandchildren: Sherilynn, Amanda, Megan, Adam and Joshua; two great grandchildren: Brianna and Cory; his sisters: Jacquline and Myrtle; his brother Lloyd (Margaret) and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Blanche Webber; his daughter Elizabeth Margaret Bella. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9, where funeral services will take place on Wednesday, April 13^th, 2005 at 2 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church, Deer Lake with Captain Terry Hopkins officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made to the Janeway Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Thursday, April 14, 2005

DEATH

DECKER, Florence Elizabeth
April 14^th, 1930 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Florence Elizabeth Decker announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 74^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Leonard, her daughters: Eva, Sandra, Marilyn (Jim), Joan (Normon), Ena (Lellond), Joy (Tod), Lois (Kevin), her son John, her sisters: Myrtle, Mabel, Margaret, Gladys, her brother Charle. Also 18 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Charlie and Beatrice, her son Terry, her brothers: Raymond, Winston and Angus, also her sister Loura. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 53 Northmain Street, Deer Lake Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place from the Pentecostal Church, Deer Lake, Thursday, April 4^th, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Snow officiating. Interment to follow in the family plot at Parsons Pond. Flowers graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Friday, April 15, 2005

DEATHS

OSMOND, Elizabeth Annie
Feb. 12^th, 1904 - April 12^th, 2005
It is with great sadness the family of the late Elizabeth Annie Osmond announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook in her 104^th year. Leaving with fond and loving memories are her daughters Margaret (Leslie) and Fannie. Her loving son Stuart (Betty) with whom she resided. Albert (Edna). Also 53 grandchildren, 112 great-grandchildren, 55 great-great grandchildren and 2 great-great-great grandchildren. Two brothers Arthur and Nathan, also a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Azerice, daughters Evelyn and Rebecca and her son Edgar. Visitation will take place from Wednesday, April 13^th in the evening and Thursday, April 14^th, 2005 at St. Bartholomew Anglican Church in Jackson's Arm. Funeral services will take place on Friday, April 15^th, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Ranson officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Flowers graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

REID, Clarison Wallace
November 4^th, 1940 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clarison Wallace Reid announce his sudden passing in his 64^th year, at the Bonne Bay Health Centre. Left to mourn are his mother Harriet; sister Phyllis (Cyril) Decker of London, ON; brother Fred (Holly) of Corner Brook; nephews: Shane (Karol) Decker, Chad Decker of London, ON; Mark Reid of Brampton, ON; Stephen and David Reid, Corner Brook; Daniel and Dillon Decker, London, ON. A large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his father Victor 1981 and sister Florence 1970. Visitation took place Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Norris Point. Funeral Service took place on Thursday April 14^th, 2005 at 2 p.m. with Rev. Cannon John Olson officiating. Interment to follow at the old cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

TURPIN, James Joseph
June 2^nd, 1925 - April 12^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Joseph Turpin announce his passing at the John O'Connell Center on April 12^th, 2005 in his 79^th year. He leaves to mourn his son Dennis (Lorraine Gregory) of Alberta, Linda (Wilson) Hampton of Howley. Grandchildren Connie, Tina, Angel, Dennis Jr. (Cara), David (Sarah), Myan Turpin, Alonzo Hampton, Willis, Kayla and Priscilla. His great grandchildren Craig, Cameron, Taylor, Riley, Cluney, Kyla and Drew Turpin. His brother Gus (Rose) Turpin. Sister-in-law Evelyn Janes, Sadie (Baxter) Lodge of Deer Lake. Brother-in-law Maxwell (Lenora) Rowsell of Carmenville, Lewis Russell, Gordon Fifield of Deer Lake, Armenis Walkins of New World Island. His nephew Kevin Stacy of Reidville. He was predeceased by his parents Bernard and Annie M. Turpin. His brothers Leo and Bernard. His sisters Elizabeth, Veronice and Rone. His sisters-in-law Edna Fifield, Doris Rowsell, Effie Decker, Florence Reid and Beatrice Walkins. Brother-in-law Doyle Brown. Visitation take place today Wednesday, April 13^th, 2005 from 7-9 and Thursday, April 14^th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 also where the funeral service will take place on Friday, April 15^th at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Snow officiating. Interment will follow at the family plot. Flowers graciously accepted or donations to a charity of one's choice. Jim was well loved by everyone. He had lots of friends who thought the world of him. He loved his sports and he took part in broomball, hockey and soccer. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

65^th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

PARK
Irvine and Pearl Park are celebrating their 65^th anniversary today. The pair were married at St. Mary's Anglican Church in Curling April 15, 1940. The Parks, both 84-years-old, still attend church and family functions. The Parks have one daughter, Grace, who is married to Reg Reader. The happy couple have four sons, William and his wife Millicent, Irvine Jr. and his wife Yvonne, Clarence and his wife Judy, all residing in Cox's Cove and son Elvis and his wife Mary Ann who are living in Corner Brook. The Park's son Samuel died in 1966. The Parks have 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Irvine and Pearl are set to celebrate their anniversary with a supper at St. Nicholas' Anglican Church basement in Cox's Cove at 4 p.m. Sunday. The dinner will be followed by a church service.

Saturday, April 16, 2005

DEATHS

CONNORS, Patrick
7-C Wyoming Drive, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Patrick Connors announce his passing at his residence on Thursday, April 14, 2005 at the age of 75 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Mary and two brothers: Peter (Clara) Connors of Stephenville, Aloysius (Imelda) Connors of Ottawa and very special nurse, Roland Hewitt of Stephenville who cared for Mr. Connors and a circle of relatives and friends. Cremation Service took place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. A Private Family Prayer Service and Interment will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated. Funeral Arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

GILL, Patricia (Mom Gill)
Corner Brook, NL
Formally of Rock Island, Quebec
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Patricia Gill (Mom Gill) announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 14, 2005 at the age of 68 years. She leaves to mourn with fond & loving memories: her husband, Maxwell; daughters: Deborah Gill of Ottawa, ON, Leigh O'Keefe (Gordon) and Darlene Pieroway (Gary), all of Corner Brook; grandchildren: Chelsea, Shea, Eileen and Robyn; brother Rev. Ronald Holden of Osoyoos, British Columbia; and many relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Donald Holden (Beulah) and mother, Leota LaVictoire (Marcel). Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, April 17, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. Memorial service will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, April 18, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

SCHENNERY, Laura Yvonne
DeGrau
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Laura Yvonne Schennery announce her passing at her residence in DeGrau on Thursday, April 14, 2005 at the age of 20 years. She will be sadly missed by her fiancé, Charles Lagatdu of DeGrau; her daughter, Hope Audrey Yvonne; parents, Emelly Ann Jesso of DeGrau and father, Bernard William Schennery of Halifax, Nova Scotia; one sister, Christina Mary Schennery of DeGrau and a circle of aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church in DeGrau on Saturday. Funeral service will take place on Sunday, April 17^th at 2:30 p.m. at the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Church in DeGrau with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the family would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

TURPIN, James Joseph
June 2^nd, 1925 - April 12^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Joseph Turpin announce his passing at the John O'Connell Center on April 12^th, 2005 in his 79^th year. He leaves to mourn two sons Dennis (Lorraine) and Gregory of Alberta, Linda (Wilson) Hampton of Howley. His grandchildren Connie, Tina, Angel, Dennis Jr. (Lara), David (Sarah), Myan Turpin, Alonzo Hampton, Willis, Kayla and Priscilla. His great-grandchildren Craig, Cameron, Taylor, Riley, Cluney, Kyla and Drew Turpin. His brother Gus (Rose) Turpin. Sisters-in-law: Evelyn Janes, Sadie (Baxter) Lodge of Deer Lake. Brothers-in-law: Maxwell (Lenora) Rowsell of Carmenville, Lewis Rowsell, Gordon Fifield of Deer Lake, Armenis Walkins of New World Island. His nephew Kevin Stacy of Reidville. He was predeceased by his parents Bernard and Annie M. Turpin. His brothers: Leo and Bernard. His sisters Elizabeth, Veronica and Rone. His sisters-in-law Edna Fifield, Doris Rowsell, Effie Decker, Florence Reid and Beatrice Walkins. Brother-in-law Doyle Brown. Visitation took place Wednesday, April 13^th, 2005 from 7-9 and Thursday, April 14^th, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 also where the funeral service took place on Friday, April 15^th, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Snow officiating, interment followed at the family plot. Flowers graciously accepted or donations to a charity of one's choice. Jim was well loved by everyone. He had lots of friends who thought the world of him. He loved his sports and he took part in broomball, hockey and soccer. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

DECKER, Florence Elizabeth
April 14^th, 1930 - April 11^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Florence Elizabeth Decker announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 74^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Leonard, her daughters: Eva, Sandra, Marilyn (Jim), Joan (Norman), Joy (Tod), Lois (Kevin), her sons: Dean and John, her sisters: Myrtle, Mabel, Margaret, and Gladys, her brother Charlie. Also eighteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Charlie and Beatrice, her son Terry, her brothers: Raymond, Winston and Angus, also her sister Loura. Visitation took place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake on Wednesday, April 13^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service took place from the Pentecostal Church, Deer Lake, Thursday, April 14^th, 2005 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Snow officiating. Interment followed at the family plot in Parsons Pond at 3 p.m. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

WEDDING

FORSEY & PARSONS
Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Peter Parsons (nee Cheryl Forsey) on their marriage, March 13, 2005. Best wishes from Mom, Nan, Robert, Michael, Tara, Lynn, John and Andrew.

BIRTH

WALSH
Barry and Pauline are happy to announce the arrival of their baby girl Natalie Loretta, born at James Paton Memorial Hospital in Gander on February 7, 2005 weighing 7 lb. 9 oz. Hugs and kisses from big sister Jenna. Proud grandparents are Loretta and the late Nelson Foote, Pasadena and Wallace and Marie Walsh, Pasadena.

NORMAN
Lori Ozon and D.J. Norman welcome the birth of their daughter Shelbie Lynn born on September 15, 2004 at the Janeway Children's Hospital in St. John's weighing 2 lb. 1 oz. Proud grandparents Judy Ozon, Lloyd Hickey, Colleen Keough and Derrick Norman. Great-grandparents Kathleen Ozon, Clara Hickey, Susie and Alex Norman.

JANES
Born to Jennifer Brake and Blake Janes, a boy, Evan Blake Edward. Evan was born on February 18^th, 2005. Proud first time grandparents are Brian and Janice Brake, Mary Park and Rendall Janes. Proud great-grandparents are Mona McAuley, Mary Brake, Curtis and Annette Gaulton.

HOWLETT
Ian and Jennifer are pleased to announce the arrival of their 2^nd son, Colin Joseph, born at WMRH on Jan. 8, 2005, weighing 9 lb. 3.5 oz. A loving welcome from big brother Liam and grandparents: Clayton & Lois Collins (Twillingate, NL), Joan & Peter Rowsell (Steady Brook, NL) and Angus Howlett (Goulds, NL).

FOOTE
Jason and Tonya are happy to announce the arrival of their baby boy Joshua Nelson. Born at Northern Lights Regional Hospital in Fort McMurray, Alberta on February 27, 2005 weighing 9 lb. 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Guy and Jean Mercer, Fort McMurray and Loretta and the late Nelson Foote, Pasadena. Great-grandparents are Gerald and Evelyn Mercer, Pasadena and Stella Ayres, Corner Brook.

Monday, April 18, 2005

DEATHS

GILL, Patricia (Mom Gill)
Corner Brook, NL
(Formerly of Rock Island, Quebec)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Patricia Gill (Mom Gill) announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, April 14, 2005 at the age of 68 years. She leaves to mourn with fond & loving memories: her husband, Maxwell; daughters: Deborah Gill of Ottawa, ON, Leigh O'Keefe (Gordon) and Darlene Pieroway (Gary), all of Corner Brook; grandchildren: Chelsea, Shea, Eileen and Robyn; brother, Rev. Ronald Holden (Beverly) of Osoyoos, British Columbia; sister-in-law Josephine Kean, Corner Brook, Dorothy Gill, sister-in-law, Trenton, ON, and many relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Donald Holden (Beulah) and mother, Leota LaVictoire (Marcel). Visitation was held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, April 17, 2005 from 7-9 p.m. Memorial service will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, April 18, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, 634-2500. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

COCHRANE, Vincent
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Vincent Cochrane announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Friday, April 15^th, 2005 at the age of 53 years. He will be sadly missed by his son Vincent Jr., his parents Vincent and Anastasia, his brother MacDonald Cochrane in Jerseyside, his four sisters: Bernadette (Jack) Adams in Pennsylvania, Helen Dowen in Mississippi, Rita (Carter) Pomroy in Placentia and Mary Ann (Vincent) Martin in Port aux Choix along with the members of the Barron family in Stephenville. He was predeceased by two nephews, Michael Sean Deem and Brian Joseph Deem. Cremation has taken place at Russell's Crematory in Stephenville and interment will take place at Merasheen Island at a later date. Funeral arrangements were under the guidance of Russell's Funeral Home in Stephenville.
May eternal rest be granted unto him

BENNETT, Alvina
Flat Bay, NL
1910-2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Alvina Bennett announce her passing on Saturday, April 16^th, 2005 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville at the age of 94 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories; sister-in-law: Geraldine Bennett (Edward, deceased), Flat Bay; nieces and nephews: Betty Reid (Kevin), Niagara Falls, Gloria Perry (Dave), Corner Brook, Hughie Bennett, Flat Bay, Tootsie Anzan (Richard), Niagara Falls, Eugene Bennett (Ruby), Wade Bennett (Audrey), Larry Bennett (Valerie), Flat Bay, Gilbert Bennett (Jen), Corner Brook, Gail LaSaga (Jerome), Lisa MacNeil (Archie), Dean Bennett (Dinnetia), Dwayne Bennett (Robin), Donna Bennett (Andrew) and Kevin Bennett, all residing in Flat Bay; as well as a large circle of grand nieces and nephews and many friends. Predeceased by her husband Douglas Bennett. Visitation will take place from St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Flat Bay beginning on Monday evening at 4:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 19^th at 10:30 a.m. Father Gerard Patry officiating. Interment to follow at the Church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to St. Ann's Church memorial fund or Mass cards graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

SAUER, Reta
Reta Sauer, of Moncton, NB and formerly of Woody Point, NL passed away at her residence in Moncton on Friday, April 15, 2005. Born in Woody Point, NL she was the daughter of the late Douglas and Madeline "Maude" (Newman) Wilton. She was a member of the St. George's Anglican Church in Moncton. In her youth living in Newfoundland she was very active in theatre and she was a gifted organist and soloist, which later lead her to become a church organist in Western Newfoundland and she taught piano for many years. Reta was a foster parent and was a member of the New Brunswick Foster Parents Association. She is survived by her husband, Henry Sauer, daughters, Sylvia Smith (Keith), Sonya Meier all of Riverview, Deborah Van Zealand (John) of Campbellton, NB, son, Derek Sauer (Lois) of Ajax, ON, a former son-in-law, Reg Smith of Moncton, eleven grandchildren, Brad, Colin, Brennan, Jordan, Courtney, Niko, Cole, Henry, Bernard, Isabel and Roy, five great grandchildren, Tristen, Brendan, Kyle, Peter and Josh. Sister, Stella Hurst of Missouri, a special niece, Mona of Deer Lake, NL as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter Heidi, sisters, Mima and Jean and by brothers, Douglas and Cheney. The Funeral Service will be held at St. George's Anglican Church in Moncton on Monday, April 18, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. with the Rev. Albert Snelgrove and the Rev. Chris VanBuskirk officiating. donations in Reta's memory to The Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated by her family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Tuttle Bros. Funeral Home, (506)857-8564. wwwtuttlefuneralhome.com

Tuesday, April 19, 2005

No announcements in today's edition of the newspaper.

Wednesday, April 20, 2005

DEATHS

PARKS (Burton), Yvonne
San Antonio, TX
(Formerly of Corner Brook)
It is with deep sadness that the family of the late Yvonne (Burton) Parks announce her passing at her home in San Antonio, Texas on Monday, April 18^th, 2005 in her 65^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, James; two children: Cindy (Clif) Taylor and Jimmy; grandson, Christopher; brothers: Lloyd (Shirley), Wayne (Bev) of Corner Brook, Roy (Bonnie) of St. John's, Pete (Dianne) of British Columbia, Bruce (Doreen) of Port aux Basques; sister Maureen (Fred) Colbourne of Corner Brook; sister-in-law Fran of Ontario. She is predeceased by her brother Bob, mother Emma and father Peter. Funeral services will take place in San Antonio, Texas with a memorial church service taking place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 21^st, 2005 at Curling United Church. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Curling United Memorial Fund.

JONES, Edgar
June 17^th, 1928 - April 19^th, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edgar Jones announce his passing on Tuesday, April 19^th, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 76^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Alma of 56 years, his sons Norman (Hazel) of St. John's, Benjamin (David) of Edmonton, Peter (Margaret) of Jackson's Arm, his daughter Joy (Roger) of Calgary, sisters Lucy (Lloyd), Taylor of Jackson's Arm, Florence of Thompson, Manitoba, his brothers Alexander (Neta) of Indian Bay, Claude (Louise) of Jackson's Arm, also his nine grandchildren Kerri, Krista, Denise, Lynnette, Jodi, Janelle, Matthew, Renae, Katherine, his six great-grandchildren Justin, Elizabeth, Megan, Benjamin, Alexander and Nicole, also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Benjamin and Minnie, his brothers Walter and Arthur (Edna) Jones and sister Violet Eleazer Hurley. Visitation will take place form St. Barthlomews Anglican Church in Jackson's Arm Wednesday, April 20^th and Thursday, Apr. 21^st, from where funeral services will take place on Friday April 22^nd, at 2 p.m. with Rev. WM Ranson officiating. Interment to follow to the family plot. By request of the family in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the WMRH cancer centre. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main St., Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

NORTHCOTT, Sarah Ann R.N.
Passed peacefully away at St. Patrick's Mercy Home on Tuesday, April 19, 2005 Sarah Ann Northcott R.N. formerly of Corner Brook, NL aged 73 years. Predeceased by her husband Andrew. Leaving with loving memories her daughter Ann Marie (Mark Baldwin), Portugal Cove, son Paul (Michelle MacAfee), Manitoba, her special Aunt Bess Shannahan, St. John's and other relatives and friends. A special thank you to the staff of St. Patrick's Mercy Home for the care given to Sarah over the past two years. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Thursday from 12 noon - 9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 22, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. from Mary Queen of Peace Parish. Interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery in Corner Brook, NL at a later date. Flowers gratefully declined or donations in her memory may be made to the Arthritis Society or the Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book, please visit www.carnells.com

Thursday, April 21, 2005

DEATH

JONES, Edgar
June 17, 1928 - April 19, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edgar Jones announces his passing on Tuesday April 19 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 76^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Alma of 56 years. His sons Norman (Hazel) of St. John's, Benjamin (Deborah) of Edmonton, Peter (Margret) of Jackson's Arm. His daughter Joy (Roger) of Calgary. Sisters Lucy (Lloyd) Taylor of Jackson's Arm, Florence of Thompson, Manitoba. His brothers Alexander (Neta) of Indian Bay, Claude (Louise) of Jackson's Arm. Also his 9 grandchildren  Kerri, Krista, Denise, Lynnette, Jodi, Janelle, Matthew, Renae and Katherine. His six great-grandchildren Justin, Elizabeth, Megan, Benjamin, Alexander and Nicole. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Benjamin and Mini, his brothers Walter and Arthur (Edna Jones) and sister Violet Eleazer Hurley. Visitation will take place from St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church in Jackson's Arm Wednesday, April 20 and Thursday, April 21, from where funeral service will take place on Friday, April 22 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. WM Ransom officiating. Interment to follow to the family plot. by request of the family in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the WMRH Cancer Center. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parson's Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our hearts"

Friday, April 22, 2005

No announcements in today's edition of the newspaper.

Saturday, April 23, 2005

DEATHS

RODGERS, Alice (Sally) Elizabeth (nee Parrott)
August 10, 1923 - April 19, 2005
Passed peacefully away at the Palliative Care Unit of the Miller Center in St. John's, NL, (formerly of Grand Falls-Windsor and New Perlican, Trinity Bay, NL). Alice was predeceased by her husband Earl William Rodgers in 1999 and infant son Wayne in 1947. Leaving to mourn her loving children: Gordon (Lise), Surprise, AZ, USA, Diane Jennings, Glendale, AZ, USA, Randy, Paul (Ivy), Earl, all of St. John's and Adrian (Emily), Columbus, Ohio; beloved grandchildren: Stephanie (Steve) Collins, Mount Pearl, Sara (Derek) Sheehan, Grand Falls-Windsor, George (Lesia) Jennings, Ottawa, Heidi and Krista Rodgers, Halifax; great-grandchildren: Julia, Mark and Allison Collins, Mount Pearl; Hannah and Andrew Sheehan, Grand Falls-Windsor; sister: Florence (Claude) Purchase, Tonawanda, NY, sisters-in-law: Mary Parrott, Niagara Falls, Eleanor (Fred Pynn); Lizzie Rodgers, St. John's, and brother-in-law John (Marorie) Rodgers, St. John's, and a large circle of other family and friends. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road on Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service to take place on Friday, April 22, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. at the Anglican Cathedral, St. John's, NL with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Forest Road. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations to the Holy Trinity Church Window Fund, 1 Exploits Avenue, Grand Falls-Windsor, NL, A2A 1L9 or a charity of one's choice.

BRAKE (SPARKES), Daphne
May 12, 1947 - April 21, 2005
It is with deep sorrow that the family of the late Daphne (Sparkes) Brake announce her passing on April 21, 2005 at the Bonne Bay Health Center in Norris Point. Daphne ended her long battle with cancer and is survived by her daughters: Tanya (Brent), Spruce Grove, Alberta, Lesley (Brian) of Deer Lake, NL and loving grandson Mathew, also of Spruce Grove, Alberta. She is survived by mother, Helen Sparkes and predeceased by her father, Alexander Sparkes. She leaves to mourn her brothers: Warren, Kevin (Phylis) of Rocky Harbour, NL, Larry (Bev) of Toronto, Ontario and Carson of Lloydminster, Alberta; her sisters: Belinda (Walter), Nancy, Marilyn (Stanley) of Rocky Harbour, NL, Yula (Max) and Luanne (Owen) of Fort McMurray, Alberta. Daphne is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins who showed endless support and care through her illness and held a special place in her heart. She will be sadly missed by a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at the Pentecostal Church in Rocky Harbour starting on Saturday, April 23. Service will be held on Monday, April 25, 2005 at 2 p.m., officiated by Pastor Roy and Marian Randell. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army cemetery. Flowers are greatly appreciated. Any donations will be forwarded to the Pentecostal Youth Group in Rocky Harbour. To those too numerous to name, we thank you for the support and love you gave to mom throughout the years. It will never be forgotten and we are forever grateful. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parson's Funeral Home, 63 NorthMain Street, Deer Lake.

PARSONS, Aloysius
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Aloysius Parsons announce his sudden passing at The Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, April 22, 2005 at the age of 84. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his nephew William (Esther) Parsons and family of Corner Brook with whom he resided. Niece Joan Roberts and family of Wisconsin. He was predeceased by brother James and sisters Mary and Annie. Visitation will take place on Sunday April 24, 2005 at Country Haven Funeral Home 167 Country Rd. from 2-4 & 7-9. Funeral services will take place on Monday, April 25, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. from Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Father Edmund Camacho officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. No flowers by request, donations can be made to a charity of your choice. The family guestbook may be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

BIRTH

SPARKES
Big sister Natasha is very pleased to announce the birth of her new baby sister, Vanessa Tara, on January 21, 2005 at WMRH, Corner Brook. Parents Bob and Cindy are so happy to have their new bundle of joy. Nanny & Poppy Sparkes of St. Anthony and Poppy Lundrigan are all so glad that you are here and healthy.

ENGAGEMENT

GABRIEL & BEAUDIN
Congratulations from family and friends to Teri Lynn Gabriel of St. George's and Darren Beaudin of Dartmouth, NS on their engagement which took place Nov. 23, 2004. Wedding date set for Oct. 8, 2005 in Dartmouth.

SLANEY & JESSO
Congratulations are extended to Cheryl and Corey on their engagement. Cheryl is the daughter of Wayne and Sheila Slaney and Corey is the son of Robert and Hilda Jesso. A December 2005 wedding is planned. Congratulations from all your family and friends.

Monday, April 25, 2005

DEATHS

HYNES, Rocky Adam
Pasadena, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rocky Hynes announce his passing on Thursday, April 21^st, 2005 at the age of 25 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his father and mother: David and Mercedes Hynes, Pasadena, brother: Shawn, Fort McMurray, AB; special niece: Shannon, Fort McMurray; grandparents: Kevin and Madonna Hynes, Corner Brook, as well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents: John Rowe, April 5^th, 2005, and Sylvia (Dolly) Rowe, July 30^th, 1994. Friends visited Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday evening and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held today, Monday, April 25^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 71 Philip Drive, Corner Brook, Mr. Chris Starky officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

GABRIEL, Eileen
Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Eileen Gabriel announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, April 23, 2005 at the age of 72 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Melvin and one son, Tony (Monica) of Port au Port and three daughters: Shirley (Dave) Lomond, Theresa (Vince) Felix, Hazel (Abby) White, all of Stephenville, three sisters: Pearl Gabriel of Kippens, Martha MacArthur of South Brook, Ann Bennett of Kippens and one brother Charlie McNeil of South Branch and three grandchildren: Leanne Lomond, Donovan White, Kyle Gabriel and a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation took place at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Sunday. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, April 25^th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville.

Tuesday, April 26, 2005

DEATHS

BENNETT, Marjorie Gwendolyn
Deer Lake
April 17, 1929 - April 24, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marjorie Bennett announce her passing on Sunday, April 24, 2005 at the Health Science Complex, in her 76^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her children: Gary (Valma) Bennett, Terry (Audrey) Bennett of Deer Lake, Diane (Dexter) Baggs, Sandra (Ian) Fotheringham of Clarenville, Todd (Vinci) Bennett, Mark (Lorna) Bennett of Halifax, NS; her grandchildren: Dwayne and Kerry Bennett, Paula Humphrey, Trevor Baggs, Deidre Patey, Stephen & Mitchell Smith, Lee Bennett; seven great grandchildren, three sisters: Myrtess Tilley, Ruby Walkins of Deer Lake, Geraldine (Hubert) Locke of St. John's, two brothers: Jerry (Lillian) Chapman of Deer Lake, Maxwell (Geraldine) Chapman of St. John's. She leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph on April 19, 1991, her parents: Walter and Elsie Chapman, her sister Olive and brother Gus, her special friend Michael Carey, her dog Lady. Cremation entrusted to Caul's Funeral Home, St. John's. Visitation will take place at The Salvation Army Citadel, Church Street, Deer Lake on Tuesday, April 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 27 at 2 p.m. from The Salvation Army Citadel in Deer Lake with Capt. Terry and Bonnie Hopkins officiating, interment will be immediate. Family only at the family plot on Wights Road. By request of Marjorie and family, donations to The Salvation Army would graciously be accepted.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

GABRIEL, Gerard W.
185 Kippens Road, Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerard W. Gabriel announce his passing at the Green Bay Health Care Centre in Springdale on Sunday, April 24, 2005 at the age of 40 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving parents, Fintan and Emma Gabriel of Kippens and two brothers Glenn Gabriel of Springdale, Garry Gabriel of St. John's and very special caregivers, Phil and Ethel Clarke, family and staff of Springdale and a large circle of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, April 27^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated.

Wednesday, April 27, 2005

DEATHS

TAVENOR, Katherine May (nee Stratton)
Hughes Brook, NL
October 29, 1958 - April 25, 2005
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Katherine May Tavenor announce her passing at her family residence on Monday, April 25, 2005 at the age of 46. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter, Nicole; parents Kitty and Edgar Stratton; sister Daphne (Brad) Gardner; brother, Dion (Joelle) Stratton, nieces and nephews: Jenna and Kevin Gardner and Christian Davis, all of Massey Drive; grandmother, Jessie Stratton of Corner Brook and a large circle of family and friends. Visitation will take place from Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road today from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, April 28, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Friday, April 29, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church on Park Street with Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Receiving Chapel. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Community Mental Health Initiative, P.O. Box 185, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 6C7. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 634-2500. The family guest book may be signed or memorial donations made by visiting our website www.country-haven.ca

PIKE, Gordon Charles
Passed away peacefully at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Tuesday April 26^th, 2005. He was born in Port Aux Choix, Newfoundland on June 13^th, 1928 to the late Moses and Julia Pike. Gordon is also predeceased by his wife, Evelyn (Reid) Pike. Gordon is survived by three sons: Bob of ON, David (Paula) of NS and Dean of Saint John; one daughter, Karen (John) Swain also of Saint John; eight grandchildren: Jonathan and Chelsea Swain, Shannon, Suzanne, Jill, Jesse Pike, Matthew and Jeffery Pike. Funeral arrangements are under the professional care of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John, NB (646-2424) with visitations on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Memorial service will be held from the Fundy Funeral Home Chapel on Friday April 29^th, 2005 at 11 a.m. The family would appreciate donations be made to the charity of the donors choice. www.fundyfuneralhome.com

FEWER, Marion Elizabeth
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marion Fewer announce her passing on Tuesday, April 26^th, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 79 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband of 53 years, Peter; children: Jerome, Rhonda Terry (Brian), Denise, Shirley White (Gerry), Sonja Bennett (Nick), all residing in Corner Brook, Yvette Bayliss (John), Bill (Karen), Calgary, AB, Bruce (Annette), St. John's and Dianne Cadigan (Dan), Ohio, USA; 18 grandchildren and four great grandsons; sister: Mary Griffin, British Columbia; special friend and cousins: Mary and Bob Parsons, Rocky Harbour, as well as numerous relatives and friends. She was predeceased by infant son Theodore and Aunt: Dora Duke. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday evening, 7-9:00 p.m. and Thursday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 29^th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Church, Humber Road. Fr. Gordon Grace and Fr. Edward Terry officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Receiving Chapel. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation or to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Thursday, April 28, 2005

DEATH

ANDERSON, Joshua
Irishtown, NL
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Janeway Children's Hospital, on Tuesday, April 26, 2005 Joshua Anderson, at the age of 14. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his mother, Anna Marie and companion, Terry Blanchard; sister, Megan; grandparents: George and Martha Anderson all of Irishtown; aunts: Gale Anderson (John House), Kimberly Anderson; uncles: Fraser Anderson (Maria Bennett) and Gerry Anderson (Tonya Andrews), cousins: Reviara, Kyle, Shelby, Felisa, Angel and Jordan. He was predeceased by his dad, Jeff Jones, February 2004. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Thursday, April 28, 2005 and Friday, April 29, 2005 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. from the Pentecostal Tabernacle, Elizabeth St. with Pastor Calvin Andrews officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery at a later date. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 634-2500. The family guest book amy be signed or memorial donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Friday, April 29, 2005

DEATH

MCCARTHY, Margaret Frances (nee McAllister)
Deer Lake, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Frances McCarthy announce her passing on Thursday, April 28^th, 2005 after a brief illness at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 79 years. She was predeceased by her husband John McCarthy, April 30^th, 1991. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Larry (Georgina), Shaaron (Keith) Mullins and Jaimie (Cathy). Grandchildren: Lori, Leanne and Ian McCarthy, John Mullins and Meaghan McCarthy; sisters: Alice Doucette and Doreen (Al) Butler; brother Jim (Judy) McAllister; sisters-in-law: Annie McAllister, Margaret McAllister, Delores (George) Assiff and Ruby McCarthy; brothers-in-law: Edward McCarthy, Dennis McCarthy and Eugene (Mona) McCarthy. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake, Friday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 30^th at 11:00 a.m. from Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Deer Lake with Father Aiden Devine officiating. Interment to follow at Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight's Road. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, April 30, 2005

DEATHS

DONAHUE, Gerona Alice (nee Wheeler)
Halfway Point, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerona Alice Donahue announce her passing on Thursday, April 28^th, 2005 at the O'Connell Centre in Corner Brook at the age of 92 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Sheila (Gerald) Young, Basil (Vivian) Donahue, both of Corner Brook and Eric (Gladys) Companion, Ontario; special granddaughter Vicki Fisher with whom she resided; daughter-in-law Marie Donahue. Thirteen grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter. Sister Mildred (Cyril) Chaytor; sisters-in-law: Mary and Elva Wheeler, Jenny and Gladys Donahue. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her son Shawn, April 11^th, 2005, husband Arthur, 1981, grandson Brian, 1994, sister Edna, brothers: Harold, Clayton, Clifford, Austin, Bernard, Wilfred and Leo. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Saturday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, May 2^nd at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, Benoit's Cove with Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Benoit's Cove. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Memorial Fund or to the O'Connell Centre Auxiliary Fund. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

ROBERTS, Chesley
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Chesley Roberts announce his passing on Friday, April 29, 2005 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 82. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 59 years, Barbara (nee Rose), son John and wife Janet, daughter Gayle and husband Pat Stuart; son-in-law Ed O'Brien; grandchildren Cameron and Ian Roberts, Gillian and Rachel Stuart, Heather and husband Wilson Stoke, Heidi and husband Shawn Rainault, great grandchildren Jack and Ben Rainault; brother Malcolm (Mac) Roberts of England, aunt Madge Bishop, sisters-in-law Alsie Elliott and Margaret Elliott and a large circle of special friends. Chesley was predeceased by his daughter Lynne O'Brien. The funeral service will be held at the Humber United Church, Clarence Street, Reverend Patricia Melindy officiating at a time to be announced. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humber United Church. The family guest book may be signed through our website www.fillatre.ca

WEDDING

RIOUX / LUCAS
Bertha and Cecil Rioux are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Shallon to Wade Lucas, son of Martha and Cornelius Lucas, both of Stephenville Crossing. The couple were married on April 2, 2005 at a quiet ceremony in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Shallon and Wade currently work and reside in Newmarket, Ontario. Best wishes extended from all family and friends.