Monday, May 1, 2006

DEATHS

LOCKE, Raymond Frederick
Corner Brook, NL
Passed peacefully away on Thursday, April 27, 2006 in his 92^nd year. Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Predeceased by his wife Pearl on August 6^th, 2005, parents William and Levinia and brothers and sisters. Leaving to mourn 10 children: Frank (Marilyn), Myra (Eugene) Sooley, Marie (Don) Brinson, Bruce (Deborah), Roy (Donna), Mildred (Ronald) Shanahan, Wanda (Michael) Mooney, Levinia (Jim) Vatcher, Allison (Paul) Neville, Ida (Rod) Upshall, 22 grandchildren: David, Darryl, Eugene, Trina, Stephen, Kimmy, Billy, Tracey, Wendy, Raymond, Justin, Melissa, Patrick, Melanie, Francis, Lisa, Jamie, Wesley, Lesley, Robin, Rodney, Randy, 11 great-grandchildren: Najala, Aaron, Heather, Sabrina, Daniel, Kaitlyn, Tristan, Jessica, Seth, Shea, Chase as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. Resting at Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue with visitation on Saturday 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, May 1^st at 2:00 p.m. from First United Church, Park Street. Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Ray's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of your choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

CAREY, Michael G.
Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael Carey announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, April 28^th, 2006 at the age of 59 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife Cathy, his son Mitchell, his brother Peter (Theresa) in Kippens, his three sisters: Marg (Rick) Lockyer in Port au Port, Mary Walker in Stephenville and Joan (Fred) Chard in St. John's along with his godson Peter Carey, nieces, nephews, good friends Susan and Mike Targett and many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Marie and John Carey and sister Josie Carey. Funeral services took place on Monday, May 1^st, 2006 at 10 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish on West Street in Stephenville with interment in Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on Hansen Highway. Funeral arrangements were under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street in Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association would be gratefully accepted.

Tuesday, May 2, 2006

DEATHS

CARTER, Allan Pierce
Corner Brook, NL
January 15, 1920 - May 1, 2006
Passed peacefully away in his 86^th year. Left with fond and loving memories are: wife, Inez; daughter, Marion (Ted) and grandchildren, Heather, Lesley and Scott of Port Orange, Florida; daughter, Hazel (Norman) and grandchildren, Christopher and Matthew of Kentville, Nova Scotia; and son, Allan of St. John's, NL. Cremation has taken place. Private service for immediate family. Expressions of sympathy and donations in his memory graciously accepted. Donations may be made to the Corner Brook Stream Development Corporation, P.O. Box 233, Corner Brook, NL A2H 6C9. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home. The family guestbook can be signed or donations may be visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

O'BRIEN, John William Patrick
April 18^th, 1939 - April 29^th, 2006
11 Meadow Lane, Deer Lake, NL
(Formerly of Mt. Pearl)
Passed peacefully away at the Health Science Centre on Saturday, April 29^th, 2006, John William Patrick O'Brien at the age of 67 years. John was predeceased by his parents William and Ethel O'Brien and his brother Leo. John is survived by his loving wife Mary (nee Scott), sons: Austin (Bonnie-Sue) and Terry (Lynette), his two special granddaughters: Marisa O'Brien and Caeli O'Brien, his sisters: Patricia (Mrs. William Duffitt), Audrey, Sharon (Robert), Barbara Hillier (friend Len Carberry) and Yvonne Bastow, his sisters-in-law: Marg O'Brien, Marie (Mrs. Vincent Digout) and Bridie Scott, his brother-in-law Patrick (Bride Scott). John also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, family and friends. The visitation took place from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Monday, May 1^st, 2006 at Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL. The Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place today, Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006 at 10:30 AM from The Roman Catholic Church in Deer Lake, with Father Aiden Devine officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery. Donations to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Cancer Unit would be gratefully accepted. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

SIMMS, Harry Edward
Mountain View Estates
Corner Brook, NL
(Formerly of Pass Island)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harry Simms announces his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, May 1, 2006 at the age of 85 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife of 57 years, Maggie; daughters Mary Lynn (George) Walters of Isle aux Morts, Beatrice (Reuben) Priddle of Winnipeg, and Margie (Gary) Parsons of Corner Brook; grandchildren: Jonathan, Justin, Jason, Gregory, Danny, Amy, and Jennifer; sisters: Sophie (Levi) Pardy of Mount Pearl, Mary Parsons of St. John's and Lucy Pickett of Nova Scotia; brothers: George Simms of St. John's and Frank (Gertie) Simms of St. John's and a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Dot and brother, James. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church with Rev. John Hounsell Drover officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the 6th floor, Western Memorial Regional Hospital or St. Michael and All Angels Church Fund. The family guest book can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at: www.country-haven.ca

Wednesday, May 3, 2006

No announcements in today's edition of The Western Star.

Thursday, May 4, 2006

DEATHS

BENNETT, Gilbert
Norris Point, NL
(Formerly of Cow Head)
Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006, Gilbert Bennett at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point at the age of 78 years. He leaves to mourn many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Mildred and Reginald and sister Mary. Friends may visit St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, Cow Head on Thursday from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5^th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. James Pratt officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund, Cow Head. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake.

WEBSTER, Cyril Douglas
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Cyril Douglas Webster announce his passing on Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Melena (nee Burton), children: Jessie (Linton) Sheppard, York Harbour; Herbert, Linda (George) Brinston all of Corner Brook; Irene (Ronald) Penney, Roberts Arm; Lucy Jesso, Kitchener, Ont.; Wayne (Heather) Webster, Cambridge, Ont. and Nancy (Brian Colson) Webster, Corner Brook. 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Sister Mildred Wiseman, brothers: Thomas (Imelda) and Baxter (Gertie). As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Mary, parents Elias and Lucy, sisters Olive and Triff. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5^th at 2:00 PM from St. Michaels' and All Angels Anglican Church with Rev. Canon Gordon Druggett officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The  family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

YOUNG, Muriel Delia (Aunt Moo)
(nee Maxfield)
Deer Lake, NL
December 28^th, 1923 - May 2^nd, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Muriel Young announce her passing on Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 83^rd year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her brothers-in-law: Norman and Charles of Winterland. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur and her son Lee, her sisters: Hattie and Louisa (Dolly). Muriel was a life time member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #3 and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary and a dedicated member and volunteer of the Catholic Women's League. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake today, Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place on Friday at 10:30 a.m. from the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Devine officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot of the church cemetery in Deer Lake. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Friday, May 5, 2006

DEATHS

WEBSTER, Cyril Douglas
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Cyril Douglas Webster announce his passing on Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Melena (nee Burton), children: Jessie (Linton) Sheppard, York Harbour; Herbert, Linda (George) Brinston all of Corner Brook; Irene (Ronald) Penney, Roberts Arm; Lucy Jesso, Kitchener, Ont.; Wayne (Heather) Webster, Cambridge, Ont. and Nancy (Brian Colson) Webster, Corner Brook. 19 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Sister Mildred Wiseman, brothers: Thomas (Imelda) and Baxter (Gertie). As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his daughter Mary, parents Elias and Lucy, sisters Olive and Triff. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5^th at 2:00 PM from St. Michaels' and All Angels Anglican Church with Rev. Canon Gordon Druggett officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BENNETT, Gilbert
Norris Point, NL
(Formerly of Cow Head)
Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, May 2^nd, 2006, Gilbert Bennett at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point at the age of 78 years. He leaves to mourn many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Mildred and Reginald and sister Mary. Friends may visit St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, Cow Head on Thursday from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, May 5^th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. James Pratt officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund, Cow Head. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake.

Saturday, May 6, 2006

DEATHS

BOWN, Melvin Rayfield
October 6, 1944 - April 19, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of Melvin Rayfield Bown announces his passing. Melvin was born in Twillingate to Howard and Gertrude Bown of Change Islands. He met and later married Joyce Parrill of Pines Cove. Melvin retired October 2004 after a 38.6 year teaching career. He devoted himself to his students in Flowers Cove, Change Islands, Carmenville, Rocky Harbour, St. Anthony and Port aux Basques. Melvin was predeceased by his father Howard. He leaves to mourn and forever remember his wife Joyce of 42 years; sons Rodney (Velma) of Lewisporte, David (Linda) of Burin, Stephen (Gail) of Paradise; daughter Jocelyn (Kevin) of Woodstock, New Brunswick; grandchildren Matthew, Megan, Deborah, Madison, Bradley, Brittany, Joshua, Tyler and Mitchell and great grandchild Gloria. Also left to mourn are his mother Gertrude; brothers Cyril (Bernadette), Nelson (Doreen), Bertram (Margaret), Raymond (Elizabeth), Addison (Irene) and Ernest (Wendy); sisters Linda (Cyril) and Daisy (Tom), as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles and family friends. Visitation took place at Gordon Woolfrey Funeral Home in Lewisporte on April 21. Thanks to Rev. Bernice Spracklin for the beautiful funeral service held on Saturday April 22, 2005 at St. Matthew's United Church in Lewisporte. Interment followed at St. Matthew's Cemetery. The family guest book may be signed at www.gordonwoolfreyfuneralhome.com     Donations can be made in Melvin's memory to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.

LAWLOR, Phyllis
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Phyllis Lawlor announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Thursday, May 4, 2006 at the age of 77 years. She will be sadly missed by three sons: Mike (Michelle) of Ontario, Joseph (Barb) of Clarke's Beach, Brad (Margaret) of Stephenville, two daughters: Bernice (Melvin) Keating of Ontario, Elizabeth (Lester) Affolder of Alberta and two brothers: Ambrose White of Gallants, Archie (Melba) White of Stephenville, two sisters: Ada White of Stephenville, Elizabeth (John) Gaudon of Stephenville, seven grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Morris Lawlor, one brother, Walter White and three sisters, Angela Gabriel, Johannah Cormier, Annie Gaudon. Cremation has taken place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Interment will take place at a later date at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, North River, Conception Bay.

COLE, Sadie Mary
Sadie Mary passed away April 19, 2006, at Vancouver General Hospital, in her 78^th year. Born Sadie Mary Chappell of Twillingate, May 9^th, 1927 to Stanley and Anne Pearl Chappell. She is predeceased by her parents; two sisters Kate and Eva; one brother George; three husbands: Edwin Greenham (1950-1962 Horse Islands), Cecil Coish (1980-1986 Stephenville) and Raymond Cole (1991-2002 Point of Bay/Springdale). Leaving to mourn: two sons: Ronald Greenham (Charlotte) of Kelowna, BC and Raymond Greenham (Christine) of Grand Falls-Windsor, NL. Also five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters: Nina Lush (Glenwood, NL), Jean Boyd and Hazel Gaulton (Fort McMurray, Alberta). As well as a large circle of relatives and friends. Aunt Sadie, as she was often called, was an active member of her church and any ladies or senior groups she could attend up to her passing. She will be forever remembered by many for her ready smile, positive outlook and her favorite game - scrabble. Special thanks to the Cole family of Pasadena, and all who sent flowers, or other expressions of love and sympathy. Funeral was held in Kelowna, BC on Saturday, April 22, 2006. Interment at Lakeside Memorial Gardens, Kelowna.

BROWN, Rose Anna (Callahan)
Passed peacefully away at her home in Redding, California, after a courageous battle with cancer, Rose Anna Callahan Brown, in her 69^th year, formerly of Corner Brook. Predeceased by her parents, William B. Callahan and Alice Callahan Downey; siblings: Edward, Frederick and Kevin, and step-father Michael J. Downey. Leaving to mourn her loving husband of 44 years, Curtis Brown; sister Allison Callahan Mallory (Robert) and brothers: William R. Callahan (Daphne) and James G. Callahan (Linda); and many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and step siblings in California, Illinois, British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and in Newfoundland. At Rose Anna's request, cremation has taken place. Inurnment in Corner Brook at a time to be announced.

ENGAGEMENT

WEBSTER / QUIBELL
Gary and Jocelyn Webster are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Michael Stephen Walter to Amanda Christine, daughter of Edward Quibell and Maisie Park. The wedding is scheduled for October 2007. Special greetings also come from Jaime, Craig, Carter, Noah and Bryn.

BIRTH

HULL
It's a Girl!
Big Sister Olivia Hull is thrilled to announce the arrival of her little sister, Sarah Catherine Hull. Sarah was born on February 27, 2006 at 8:43 a.m., weighing 8 lb. 13 oz. Proud parents are Jeff and Corrine Hull, grandparents are George and Sheila Kreuzburg and Jim and Janette Hull, aunts and uncles Tracy and Ches, George and Sharon, Kevin and Elizabeth-Ann, cousins Tyra and Brooke. Jeff, Corrine and Olivia would like to thank the Obs. staff and Dr. Hamann at Western Regional Integrated Health Authority for the safe arrival of Sarah.

WEDDING

MACNEIL / REDDY
September 24, 2005, Michael Reddy & Colleen MacNeil exchanged wedding vows at Holy Redeemer Parish in Sydney, Nova Scotia. We would like to thank our parents Bonnie and J.R. MacNeil and Marie and Neil Reddy for all your love and support over the years and also for helping to make our wedding day as special as it was. We would like to thank our Wedding Party; maid of honor, Laura Aucoin; bridesmaids, Sheryl MacNeil, Kim Smith, Tammy MacArthur and Jennifer MacKenzie; best man, Edward Cobb; groomsmen, Paul Reddy, Tony Reddy, Mark Joyce and Dean Joyce. A very special thank you to our daughter and the most beautiful flower girl, Claire Reddy. Thank you also to everyone who attended our showers in Corner Brook and Sydney. Thank you to Father Errol MacDonald for performing our ceremony. Thank you to Mary Hackett, Phillip Turner, and Nina and Junior MacNeil for bringing up the gifts as well as to the readers Jodi MacNeil, Lynn Spencer and Kristen MacDonald. Thank you also to Lesa Fennell-McDougall, soloist, Glen McDougall, guitarist and Richard Burke, tin whistler. Special thanks to Paul MacNeil, uncle of the bride for being MC. There are so many more people who helped out and we would like to thank you all very much. Our thanks goes to all of you who traveled from near and far as well as those of you who were unable to attend but were thinking of us. We send our sincere thanks for all the beautiful gifts, gifts of money and most importantly for everyone's help in making our day one we will never forget. Michael & Colleen reside in Truro, Nova Scotia where Michael is a Probation Officer and Colleen is finishing her social work degree.
Thanks to all,
Colleen & Michael

Monday, May 8, 2006

DEATHS

PAYNE, Ann Lenora (nee Caines)
Cow Head, NL
October 15, 1965 - May 7, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ann Lenora Payne announce her passing on Sunday May 7, 2006 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre at the age of 40 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Woodrow, her loving and precious children, Deneka, Dustin and Jermaine, her grandmother Mrs. Lucy Caines, her mother and father Viola and Austin, her sister Ursula and her son Mario, step sisters Ellen and Jillian, her step brother Lori, her sisters-in-law, Verna (Locksley) and Doreen (Hemon), Theresa (Trevor), Gloria and Brada (Don). Also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Ann was predeceased by her grandfather Selby Caines. The family will be receiving family and friends today Monday, May 8, 2006 at 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday, May 9, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Parsons Pond, from where also the funeral service will take place from on Wednesday, May 10, 2006, at 2 p.m. with Rev. Canon John Olsson officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Parsons Pond. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL
"Forever in our Hearts"

WELLS, Hazel McLean
Cox's Cove, NL
With fond and loving memories, the family of Hazel Wells announce her passing on Friday, May 5, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 76 years. She is predeceased by her father and mother: Frederick and Georgina. She will be sadly missed by her brother and sister-in-law: Roland and Bessie Wells, Cox's Cove, and her sister Nina Baldwin, Cox's Cove, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation took place from St. Nicholas Anglican Church, Cox's Cove on Saturday evening and Sunday from where the funeral service will be held today, Monday, May 8 at 2 p.m. Reverend Joan Coles officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to St. Nicholas Memorial Fund are welcome. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

STRIDE, Cluda Belle (nee Banfield)
Hampden, NL
July 26, 1933 - May 5, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Cluda Belle Stride announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday May 5, 2006 in Corner Brook in her 72^nd year. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, her husband Randolph, her children; Dale (Gary) of Hampden, Randy (Marilyn) of Thornhill, Ontario, Wade (Shannon), and Dwayne (Tina) both of Cornwall, PEI. Her 8 loving grandchildren: Wayde, Aimee, Scott, Coady, Fraser, Sarah, Meghan and Jaden, her sister Sarah (Roy Grandy) of Garnish, Fortune Bay, NL, her brothers-in-law: Ralph (Emily), Howard (Whillmenia), Jim (Carrie), Doug (Eileen) and Lewis (Verna), her sisters-in-law: Golda Noseworthy, Adelaide Stride, Julie Avery, Sheila (Wayne Guy). Also her special friends Dr. Donald and Carolann Chaulk, Jennifer, Kimberly and Alison. Also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mom was predeceased by her parents Leonard and Addie Banfield. The family will be receiving family and friends from the Salvation Army Church in Hampden from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., Monday May 8, 2006, from where also the funeral service will take place from on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at 2 p.m. with Captains Brian and Betty Thomas officiating with interment to follow at the church cemetery in Hampden, in lieu of flowers donations to the Salvation Army Building Church, Hampden. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"Forever in our Hearts"

QUILTY, Honora
Highlands, NL
1924 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Honora Quilty announce her passing on Saturday, May 6^th, 2006 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville at the age of 81 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband: Joseph; four daughters: Josephine (Joe Walsh), St. Albans, Martina (Keith Chaffey), Jeffrey's, Lillian (Allan Fillatre), Stoney Plain, AB, Marcella (Craig Gillis), Nova Scotia; six sons: Robert (Linda), Paul (Trudy), Jeffrey's, Eric (Elaine), Stoney Plain, AB, Jerome (Audrey), St. David's, Alban (Mary), Corner Brook and Alphonsus (Wanda), Highlands; four sisters: Carrie Luedee, St. Andrews, Rosalene House, Lizzie Organ, St. Albans and Frances (George Kennedy), Meadows; 24 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her son Carl; sisters: Mary Grant, Alice Grant and Florence Hunt and brother Sam House. Friends may visit St. Columcille Roman Catholic Church in St. Fintans on Sunday evening and Monday from where the funeral will take place from on Tuesday, May 9 at 2:00 p.m. Fr. John Collins, Fr. March and Monsignor White officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery, Highlands. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to a charity of ones choice gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, May 9, 2006

DEATHS

RUTH, Glen Bramwell
Summerside, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Glen Bramwell Ruth announce his passing on Sunday, May 7^th, 2006 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 sisters and brothers: Sylvia O'Brien, Gloucester, Mass., Carmellia Wheeler, Frenchman's Cove; Cyril Ruth, Halifax, NS; Avril Gardner, Vancouver, BC; Margaret (John) Bader, Vancouver, BC; Faye (Paul) Davis, Summerside and Wayne (Ann) Ruth, Kippens. As well as a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, especially the family of  his late wife Linda (Organ). Glen will always be remembered for his generous love for others and the joy and laughter he brought to many. He was predeceased by his wife Linda, parents Frederick and Gertrude, brother Ralous, sisters Beulah, Mary, Gloria, Audrey, Lorraine and Goldie. The family will be receiving friends from St. Paul's Anglican Church in Summerside on Wednesday 7-9 PM from where a memorial service will take place on Thursday, May 11^th at 2:00 PM with Rev. Malcolm Palmer officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

HODDINOTT, Lloyd Granville
Lloyd Granville Hoddinott, 83, Truro, courageously and peacefully passed away on May 7, 2006, at the Colchester Regional Hospital, Truro, Nova Scotia, surrounded by his family. Born on May 15, 1923, the youngest of twelve children, Granville was the son of the late Ida (Collins) and Lemuel Hoddinott. Born on Indian Islands, Newfoundland, he was predeceased by brothers: George, Donald, Gordon, William, Wilfred and Lloyd William, and sisters: Ethel (Perry), May (Brand), Alice (Lowe) and Dorothy (Fillier). His memory will continue to reside within the hearts of his beloved wife of 57 years, Pamela (Sparkes); their three children Brenda, Peter (Francine) and Karen; six grandchildren Heidi, Benjamin, Colin, Adam, Amy and Claire; two great-grandchildren Brandon and Kaiden; sister Ivy (Frampton); many nieces, nephews and friends; and his faithful dog, Panda. Granville was always extremely proud to call Indian Islands his birthplace and childhood home. As a young man, Granville worked as a teacher and carpenter, while earning his B.A. and B.Ed. from Memorial University, St. John's. He had a career as a teacher and administrator, and retired from Herdman Collegiate, Corner Brook, Newfoundland after 37 years. Granville served as a Second Lieutenant in the Canadian Army. After his retirement, Granville and Pamela moved to Nova Scotia to be closer to their children and grandchildren. He delighted in sharing treasured stories of his heritage with family and friends. His diverse interests included hunting and fishing, gardening, carpentry, reading, making annual pilgrimages back to Indian Islands, and expressing his creativity through numerous intricate woodworking projects. The Hoddinott family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to their wonderful friends and neighbors whose kindnesses greatly enhanced Granville's life during his final months; and also to the medical practitioners and health care workers of the Nova Scotia Coordinated Home Care Program, the Palliative Care Team, Colchester Hospital, the Dialysis Unit at the QEII, and the Paramedics at Emergency Health Services. Cremation has taken place and the memorial service will be held at the Colchester Community Funeral Home, 512 Willow Street, Truro, on May 11, 2006 at 3:00 PM. Reverend Snow will preside and a reception will follow. Donations may be made to the Palliative Care Services, Colchester Regional Hospital, or to the Colchester Regional Hospital Foundation, Truro, Nova Scotia, B2N 5A1.

Wednesday, May 10, 2006

DEATHS

CROSSLEY,  Eric George
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Eric Crossley announces his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the age of 84 years.  Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, May 10, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will take place on Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Parish with Rev. Rice and Archbishop Payne officiating.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to St. John the Evangelist Men's Service Association or the Canadian Diabetes Association.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

LEE, Charles Kenneth
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Charles Lee announce his passing on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 87 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Matilda, daughters: Blanche Huston (Charlie), Sharon O'Hanlon (Ray), Margaret Sibley (Wayne), Brenda Companion (Michael); grandchildren: Sarah, Matthew, Jaymie and Charlie; sisters: Blanche Tyrell and Dorothy Ball. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12^th at 2 p.m. from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist with ArchBishop Stewart Payne officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

RUTH, Glen Bramwell
Summerside, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Glen Bramwell Ruth announce his passing on Sunday, May 7^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 54 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his sisters and brothers: Sylvia O'Brien, Gloucester, Mass., Carmellia Wheeler, Frenchman's Cove; Cyril Ruth, Halifax, NS; Avril Gardner, Vancouver, BC; Margaret (John) Bader, Vancouver, BC; Faye (Paul) Davis, Summerside and Wayne (Ann) Ruth, Kippens. As well as a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, especially the family of his late wife Linda (Organ). Glen will always be remembered for his generous love for others and the joy and laughter he brought to many. He was predeceased by his wife Linda, parents Frederick and Gertrude, brother Ralous, sisters Beulah, Mary, Gloria, Audrey, Lorraine and Goldie. The family will be receiving friends from St. Paul's Anglican Church in Summerside on Wednesday 7-9 PM from where a memorial service will take place on Thursday, May 11^th at 2:00 PM with Rev. Malcolm Palmer officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

CREWE, Bessie May
Corner Brook, NL
(Formerly of Ramea)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bessie May Crewe announce her passing on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Shirley (Stanley) Dominie, Rocky Harbour and Milton (Della) Crewe, Pasadena; grandchildren: Jennifer Ridley, Justin Dominie, Ryan Crew and Mitchell Crewe; great-grandchildren: Nathan Ridley and Meghan Ridley; brother-in-law Thomas Crewe, Corner Brook. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ward and numerous sisters and brothers. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook on Wednesday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Boniface Anglican Church, Ramea on Thursday evening from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12 at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Dialysis Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Thursday, May 11, 2006

DEATHS

LEE, Charles Kenneth
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Charles Lee announce his passing on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 87 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Matilda, daughters: Blanche Huston (Charlie), Sharon O'Hanlon (Ray), Margaret Sibley (Wayne), Brenda Companion (Michael); grandchildren: Sarah, Matthew, Jaymie and Charlie; sisters: Blanche Tyrell and Dorothy Ball. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12^th at 2 p.m. from the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist with ArchBishop Stewart Payne officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MACKENZIE, John
Norris Point, NL
September 23^rd, 1948 - May 9^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Mackenzie announce his passing at the Bonne Bay Health Centre on Tuesday, May 9^th, 2006 in Norris Point, in his 57^th year. He will be missed by his loving family; his companion Theresa; his children: Darren (Patty) of Chapel Arm, NL, Dion (Cathy) of Thunder Bay, ON, Tracy (Dwayne) Shears, Rocky Harbour, NL; extended family: Kim (Clarence) Shears, Nova Scotia, Shirley Major, Nova Scotia, Sophie, Alex; grandchildren: Katie, John, Scotynn, Lillian, Nathan, Emily; his brothers and sisters: Joan Huges, Margaret (Bernie) Robbins, Richard (Jill), Jerry (Judy) all of Ontario, James (Sherry), Reuben (Gloria), Betty (Gidden) Randell of Norris Point, NL, Cora (Ray) Parsons of Rocky Harbour, NL, Theresa (William) Stewart, New Brunswick, Christine Spurvey of St. John's, NL, Derek and Stella (Eddy) McFarlene of Alberta and Sheila Graham, Barbados and a large number of aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Vernice, his parents Sophie and Milton and stepfather Wilfred, sister Lillian. Family will be receiving family and friends from the Anglican Church, Norris Point, where the funeral service will also take place on Saturday, May 13^th at 2 p.m. with Rev. Canon Olsson officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Norris Point. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

CREWE, Bessie May
Corner Brook, NL
(Formerly of Ramea)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bessie May Crewe announce her passing on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 80 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Shirley (Stanley) Dominie, Rocky Harbour and Milton (Della) Crewe, Pasadena; grandchildren: Jennifer (David) Ridley, Justin Dominie, Ryan Crew and Mitchell Crewe; great-grandchildren: Nathan Ridley and Meghan Ridley; brothers-in-law Thomas Crewe, Corner Brook and Gerald Kendall, Lewisporte; sister-in-law Doris Rossiter, Ramea.. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ward and numerous sisters and brothers. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook on Wednesday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. Visitation will continue at St. Boniface Anglican Church, Ramea on Thursday evening from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, May 12^th at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Dialysis Unit, Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

DAVIS, Sophia Mary
Corner Brook, NL
(Formerly of Lourdes)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sophia Davis announce her passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 9^th, 2006 at the age of 58. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband Eugene Davis, son Junior Davis (Jennifer Keats), grandson Seth (her little red head), sisters: Mary, Annie, Gertie and brothers: Steven, Albert, Edward and Samuel; also many relatives, close family and friends. Cremation will take place at Russell's Funeral Home.

Friday, May 12, 2006

YOUNG,  Ona Melissa
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ona Young announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, May 11, 2006 in her 82^nd year.  She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, 2 daughters:  Charlotte Roche of Corner Brook and Rosalind Carroll of Pasadena; 4 grandchildren:  Jennel (David), Shawna (Dwayne), Matthew and Jordan; 4 nephews:  Michael, Curt, Paul, & Darold; 2 nieces:  Sheila and Diane; 1 son-in-law:  Judge Michael Roche; and a large circle of other relatives and friends.  Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Friday, May 12, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday, May 13, 2006 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon.  The funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at The Pentecostal Tabernacle with Pastor Calvin Andrews officiating.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

BARNES, Marjorie
September 3^rd, 1926 - May 10^th, 2006
Trout River
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marjorie Barnes announce her passing on Wednesday, May 10^th, 2006 in her 79^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving family; her daughter Cora Pittman; her sons: Armenius (Doreen), Kenneth (Irene), Melvin, Larry (Sherry); 13 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; her sisters: Alice, Mary, Cindy; her brother Robert (Myrtle); her brothers-in-law: Ensell, Hann and Powless Butler and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Herbert, son Glosson, her sisters: Daisy and Frances, her brothers-in-law: Clayton, Alex and Max. Visitation will take place from the Salvation Army Church in Trout River today, Friday, May 12^th, 2006 from where the funeral service will take place Saturday, May 13^th, 2006 at 2:00 p.m., with Majors Leighton and Bernice Patey officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. By request of family, flowers graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

TUCKER, Rosina Ellen
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rosina Ellen Tucker announce her passing on Thursday, May 11^th, 2006 at the O'Connell Center in Corner Brook at the age of 88 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories 5 children: Eleanor (Doug) Mercer, Angela (Barrie) James, Rosemary Roy, Brian (Joan) Tucker and Gerald Tucker. 11 grandchildren: Jamie, Sandy, Leslie, Allison, Doug, Natalie, Heather, Jacquelynn, Adam, Trina and Natasha, 4 great-grandchildren: Ashley, Brendan, Katie and Esme, brother Stanley, Harrrogate, England. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband James Tucker, 2002. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The mass of christian burial will be held on Saturday, May 13^th at 10:30 AM from Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral with Father Edwin Gale officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a 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

MARCHE, Kevin Joseph
After a lengthy battle with cancer on Thursday, May 4, 2006 at North Bay General Hospital, in his 61^st year. Kevin was the beloved husband of Shirley (Cudmore) of Arnstein; father of Darcy Marche of Fort McMurray, Alberta and Angie Marche (friend Dave) of Alliston; grandfather of Aaron and Harley Marche. Kevin was predeceased by his mother Priscilla (Green) and is survived by his father Cecil Marche of Stephenville, Newfoundland; his siblings Gerald (Irene), Rose Melanson, Pat Alexander (Dave), Gus (Linda), Phyllis Butt (Derek), Roger (Gloria), Cheryl Denomme and Keith. A private family funeral service has taken place and followed by Cremation. If desired, memorial donations to assist the family may be made c/o Pat Alexander, General Delivery, Heatherton, NL A0N 1M0, 709-645-3283. To request a Memory Card, please call the Paul Funeral Home, 705-724-2024.

Saturday, May 13, 2006

DEATHS

CHAISSON, Frederick
Stephenville Crossing, NL
(Formerly of Robinsons)
1924 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Frederick Chaisson announce his passing on Friday, May 12^th, 2006 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville, at the age of 81 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories; children: Monica Chaisson (Gary), Ft. McMurray, AB; Doreen (Mike) Gillam, Robinsons; Amos (Connie), Sackville, NS; Annette (Art) Collier, Robinsons; Fred Jr., ON; Blanche (Rob) Oyler, Sooke, BC; grandchildren: Andre, Randy, Edward, Jaime, Amanda, Jolie, Sonia, Andrea, Amy, David, Michael, Matthew, Danielle, Megan, Katlin, Nicole; great-grandchildren: Cirric, Kasey, Emma, Mackenzie, Melina, Bodie, Julia; brothers & sisters: Genieve, Gladys, Maggie, Lenore, Amos, Mike, Charlie, Harry, Frank, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Eva (2004); parents: Narcis & Mary Ann; sons: Donald and Edgar; daughter Marion; brothers: Adolph and Pat. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 7 West Street, Stephenville Crossing on Saturday 7-9 pm and Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption on Monday, May 15^th at 2 pm. Father Gerard Patry officiating. Cremation will follow. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

MERCER, Ada Bessie
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ada Mercer (nee Richards) announce her peaceful passing on Thursday, May 11, 2006 at the Interfaith Home in Corner Brook at the age of 93 years. Mrs. Mercer was born in Bareneed, Bay Roberts on November 2^nd, 1912. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her son Melvin (Rosalind) Bonne Bay Pond; her grandchildren: Jeff (friend Shelley), Port Williams, NS and Lisa (Marc) Ryan, Mt. Pearl; great grandchildren: Joshua and Benjamin Mercer, Madison and Brandon Ryan; niece: Diane Pretty, Calgary, AB, and nephew Terry Rowsell, Victoria, BC, as well as other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Albert Mercer on May 17th, 1992; her parents Jessie and Bertha Richards, two sisters: Winnie and Pearl; and three brothers: Herman, Gerald and Perrin. The family received friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Friday evening and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 13^th at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street. Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made as a family choice to the Diabetes Association. The family would like to express a very special thank you to the nursing staff of the Interfaith Home (St. Luke's Unit) who took such great and loving care of our mother and grandmother during her eight years in the home. She thought of you all as her extended family. She was a dedicated and long time member of the LOBA Daughters of the West #939, Terra Nova Rebekah Lodge #103 and the United Church Women. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

MACARTHUR, Hugh J.
Port au Port East
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hugh J. MacArthur announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Thursday, May 11, 2006 at the age of 55 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Mary and one son, Ron (Erica) of Port aux Basques, two daughters: Vanessa MacArthur, Jessica (Jason) Bateman, all of Port aux Basques, his mother, Jessie MacArthur of Codroy Valley, eight brothers: Francis (Donna) of Nova Scotia, Leonard (Ann Marie) of Codroy Valley, Jim (Audrey) of Port au Port East, Leo of Port au Port East, Brian of Codroy Valley, Michael of Ontario, Richard (Dianne) of Ontario, Kevin (Mary) of Nova Scotia, one sister, Loretta (Gerard) Brownrigg of Codroy Valley, two grandsons: Liam and Braydon and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father, Lewis MacArthur, brother, Ronald MacArthur, son-in-law, Mitchell Glavine, sister-in-law Doreen MacArthur. Friends may call at St. Anne's Church, Upper Ferry on Saturday and Sunday from 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, May 15^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Church, Upper Ferry with interment in the Mount St. Thomas Cemetery, Codroy Valley. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

BIRTH

BUDGELL - CHAULK
Shannon Budgell and Bruce Chaulk are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Lauren Kayla Rose on Feb. 13^th, 2006 weighing 7 lb. 8 oz. at W.M.R.H., Corner Brook. Proud grandparents are Cynthia & Wallace Budgell and Donna & Brad Chaulk.

HARDY
It's a Girl!
Justin & Cheryl Hardy would like to announce the birth of their first child Rachel Mary. Rachel was born at W.M.R.H. on Dec. 28/05 at 6:11 p.m. weighing 6 lb. 11½ oz. Proud grandparents are Melvin & Sheila Hardy of Rose Blanche & the late Henry & Mary Way of Corner Brook. Warm wishes come from all family & friends.

Monday, May 15, 2006

DEATH

WHITE, Veronica Mary
St. George's, NL
1932-2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary White announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, May 13^th, 2006 at the age of 73 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: Willis; sons: Rod (Colleen), Larry, Tommy (Beatrice); daughters: Delphine (Russell), Zita (Pat), Barb (Scott), Margie (Scott), Pam (Joe) and Kim (Allan); 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; special family friends: Kay (Guy) and Linda (Roland); she will be sadly missed and remembered by her brothers Don (Irene) and Tom (Daisy), and sister: Gerri (Dave), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents James and Margaret Kelly, one brother and two sisters. Friends may visit St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, St. George's on Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday morning from 10 A.M. to 12 noon, from where the funeral service will take place at 2:00 p.m., Fr. Gerard Patry officiating. Interment will follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Shallops Cove. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to St. Joseph's Parish Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, May 16, 2006

DEATHS

LOVEYS, Doris Marie (nee LeGrow)
Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John's on Monday, May 15, 2006, Doris Loveys, aged 81 years, of Mount Pearl. Predeceased by her husband Boyd; parents Eugene and Lucy LeGrow; brothers: Tom and Wilson LeGrow; sister-in-law Joyce Loveys. Left with fond and loving memories are: her daughter Marie (Emerson Barbour) in Gander; her sons: Wilson (Doreen) in Corner Brook and Wayne (Susan) in Mount Pearl; her eight grandchildren: Karyn, Annabeth, Grant, Fraser, Janice, Joshua, Bobby and Meredith. Also leaving to mourn her sister-in-law Jennie Northcott; brother-in-law Roy Loveys; and special aunt Jessie Fagner; other relatives and friends. Resting at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue with visitation on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Funeral service to be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 2:00 pm from Wesley United Church, Patrick Street in St. John's. Interment to follow at the General Protestant Cemetery, St. John's. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in her memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Please visit www.battetts.ca to sign the memorial guest book.

CARBERRY,  Sylvia May
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sylvia Carberry announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, May 14, 2006 at the age of 73 years.  She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband of 50 years, Max; daughters:  Laura Kennedy and Glenda (Kenny) Byrne; and grandchildren:  Tammy Kennedy and Laurence Kennedy.  She will be sadly missed and remembered by brothers:  Jim Beck, Neil (Jane) Beck, Wilfred Beck and Franklin (Dianne) Beck all of Newfoundland; sisters:  Rowena (Fred) Carberry of Newfoundland and Sheila Braeden of Vancouver; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  She was predeceased by her parents, Herber & Dorcas Beck, and brothers:  Ross (Thelma) Beck and Derek (Olga) Beck.  The family will be receiving friends at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 18, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will be held at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, Park Drive on Friday, May 19, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Druggett officiating.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Wednesday, May 17, 2006

DEATHS

GEORGE, Lawrence "Laurie"
Corner Brook, NL
May 17, 1942 - May 15, 2006
Passed peacefully away on Monday, May 15^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Lawrence George at the age of 63. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 44 years Virginia; five children: Vicky Humber (Paul), Tina George, Laurie-Ann George, Lorena Joyce (Greg), Dwayne George (Jerrie-Lynn); nine grandchildren, one great grandson, brothers and sisters: Mike (Alvina), Joan Hynes (Robert), Aiden George (Ida), Don George (Theresa), Sheila George, and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Mike and Ada George, son Rick, grandson Justin, sister Lorena, mother and father-in-law Mary and James Ezekiel. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, May 19^th from 2-4 pm at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, followed directly by a memorial service and interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

FEWER, William
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William Fewer announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at the age of 79 years.  He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife of 47 years, Madeline; daughters:  Madonna (Jeffrey) Brown of Spring Hill, NS, Freda (Dwayne) Kruck of Sackville, NB and Theresa Fewer of Dartmouth, NS; sons:  Patrick of Benoit's Cove, Kenneth and Maurice of Halifax, NS; grandchildren:  Joseph, Jeffrey, Nathan, Chelsea and Skyler; sister, Francis Hackett; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, Benoit's Cove.  Interment in the R.C. Cemetery, Benoit's Cove.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the family.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.county-haven.ca

PARSONS, Arthur Churchill
Jeffrey's, NL
1917 - 2006
(Royal Navy Veteran 1939 - 1945)
It is with great sadness the family of the late Arthur Parsons announce his passing at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at the age of 88 years. He leaves to mourn with fond memories: loving friend Minnie Hulan, Stephenville; daughter Patricia (Ron) Newhook, Corner Brook; granddaughter Terri MacAuley (John Pumphrey), Highlands; great-granddaughter Ryley Pumphrey; sister-in-law Mildred Parsons (Jeffrey's), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by wife Gwendolyn; brother Ellis Parsons and parents James & Jane Parsons. Friends may visit the Anglican Church in Jeffrey's on Wednesday 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 10-12 noon, from where the Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Stewart Bellows officiating. Interment will follow from the Anglican Cemetery, St. David's. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted, or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

CARBERRY,  Sylvia May
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sylvia Carberry announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, May 14, 2006 at the age of 73 years.  She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband of 50 years, Max; daughters:  Laura Kennedy and Glenda (Kenny) Byrne; and grandchildren:  Tammy Kennedy and Laurence Kennedy.  She will be sadly missed and remembered by brothers:  Jim Beck, Neil (Jane) Beck, Wilfred Beck and Franklin (Dianne) Beck all of Newfoundland; sisters:  Rowena (Fred) Carberry of Newfoundland and Sheila Braeden of Vancouver; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  She was predeceased by her parents, Herber & Dorcas Beck, and brothers:  Ross (Thelma) Beck and Derek (Olga) Beck.  The family will be receiving friends at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, May 17 and Thursday, May 18, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will be held at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, Park Drive on Friday, May 19, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Druggett officiating.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Thursday, May 18, 2006

DEATHS

GEORGE, Lawrence "Laurie"
Corner Brook, NL
May 17, 1942 - May 15, 2006
Passed peacefully away on Monday, May 15^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Lawrence George at the age of 63. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 44 years Virginia; five children: Vicky Humber (Paul), Tina George, Laurie-Ann George, Lorena Joyce (Greg), Dwayne George (Jerrie-Lynn); nine grandchildren, one great grandson, brothers and sisters: Mike (Alvina), Joan Hynes (Robert), Aiden George (Ida), Don George (Theresa), Sheila George, and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Mike and Ada George, son Rick, grandson Justin, sister Lorena, mother and father-in-law Mary and James Ezekiel. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, May 19^th from 2-4 pm at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, followed directly by a memorial service and interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

YOUNG, Delsia
Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre
Stephenville Crossing
(Formerly of Kippens)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Delsia Young announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at the age of 85 years. She will be sadly missed by four sons: Felix Young (Ruth Hinks) of Piccadilly, James (Joanne) Young of Kippens, Bertram (Helena) Young of Kippens, Joseph (Mary Anne) Young of Kippens two daughters: Regina Yamka of St. Paul, Minnesota, Mary MacDonald of Stephenville, one brother, Harold March of Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing, one sister, Rita Merrill of Port au Port, 25 grandchildren and a large circle of great grandchildren, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley J. Young, son-in-law, Glenn MacDonald, sister, Bertina Retieffe. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Thursday and Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, May 20^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 are graciously accepted or donations to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre or to a charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated.

Friday, May 19, 2006

DEATHS

TAVENOR, Mary E.
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Tavenor announce her passing on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 88 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter-in-law Ruth (Alan) Kievorick, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Randy (Diane) Tavenor, Tony (Carolyn) Tavenor all of Corner Brook and Sean (Karen) Tavenor, Dartmouth, NS; great-grandchildren: Joshua, Michael, Charlotte and Mark, brothers: Bill (Lennie) Gardner, George (Mary) Gardner all of Corner Brook; sisters: Gladys Gardner, Corner Brook; Blanche Cooper, Gander. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Phonse, son William, sister Leonie and brother Ralph. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from St. John The Evangelist Anglican Cathedral. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Corner Brook Baseball Association. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BRAKE, Olive
28 Kippens Road
Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Olive Brake announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at the age of 85 years. She will be sadly missed by her eight children: Germaine (Harold) White of Kippens, Bernadine (Billy) White of Kippens, Arthur (Ruby) Brake of Stephenville, Lorraine (Tom) McLamarrah of Colorado, Pat (Debbie) Brake of Kippens, Walter (Joy) Brake of Kippens, Joanne (Cliff) Aucoin of Kippens, Aiden (Karen) Brake of Trenton, Ontario, one brother Paddy (Norma) O'Quinn of Kippens, 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Aiden Brake, five brothers: Elias, Venna, John, Simon, Yve O'Quinn, sister, Matilda O'Quinn. 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, May 20^th at 12:30 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 Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

GAULTON, Daniel
Port au Port East, NL
1927 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Daniel Gaulton announce his passing at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Wednesday, May 17^th, 2006 at the age of 78 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories wife Joan (nee Dempsey); son Gerard (Regina), SK; daughters: Linda (Bruce) Perrier, Kippens, Lorraine (Jerome Costard), Stephenville; grandsons: Randy, Travis, Tyler, Courtney; granddaughter Katelyn; sister Catherine Bugarin, New York; mother-in-law Anastacia Dempsey, Kippens; brothers-in-law: Edward (Eunice) Dempsey, Ship Cove, Gerald (Judy) Dempsey, Kippens, Paul (Gloria) Ballett, Port au Port; sisters-in-law: Susan Gaulton, Labrador City, Mary McCarthy, BC, Irene (Duncan) Marche, Port au Port, Alice (Raymond) Nail, Pennsylvania, Rita Priddy, Florida, Sue (Adolf) Switzen, South Carolina, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by parents Albert and Florence and brother John. Friends may visit Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Saturday 10-12 noon, from where a Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, May 20^th at 2:00 p.m. Father Terry Boland officiating. Interment will follow at St. Vincent De Paul RC Cemetery, Point au Mal. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the St. Vincent De Paul Church fund, Point au Mal. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 7 West Street, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, May 20, 2006

DEATHS

BOUZANNE, Shirley
Passed peacefully away at Saint Luke's Homes on Friday May 19^th, 2006. Shirley Bouzanne, aged 85, formerly of Corner Brook. Predeceased by her husband Harold in 1995. Leaving to mourn her children Patricia, Gary, Janice (John) Fleming and Cathy (George) Joyce; precious grandchildren Cindy Bouzanne and Alex Joyce. She will also be fondly remembered by sisters Patricia Grace, Anna (Pete) Zuniga and Eleanor Sheehan; special family friend Linda Lee; as well as other relatives and friends. The family wish to thank the staff of Saint Luke's for their professional care and loving support through Shirley's stay, words can not express our gratitude. Resting at Caul's Funeral Home, LeMarchant Road. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday May 22nd, 9:30 a.m. from St. Teresa's Church. Interment will take place in Corner Brook on Wednesday, May 24^th at 11 a.m., Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made in her memory to Saint Luke's Homes, 24 Road DeLuxe, St. John's NL A1E 5Z3.
"Home at last, safe in the arms of Jesus"

FEENER, Primrose Carol
1962 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Primrose C. Feener announce her passing at the Western Regional Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook on May 16^th, at the age of 43. Prim was a member of Pt. Leamington Salvation Army. Left with fond and loving memories are husband Edwin G. Feener; son Jonathan of Pt. Leamington; daughter Lee Ann of Listowel, ON. Also leaving to mourn her siblings Robert Langdon (Darlene), Ella Pelkinen, Cossette Langdon, Gilvie Langdon, Hedley Langdon (Diane), and Jeffrey Langdon (Ginger). Majors Robert and Cassie Kean conducted the funeral service at the Pt. Leamington Salvation Army Church on May 19^th, 2006. Interment was at the Salvation Army Cemetery. Pallbearers were Bob Langdon, Jeff Langdon, Lee Ann Feener, Jonothon Feener, Rick Feener and Dean Feener. Honorary pallbearers were Ella Pelkinen, Hedley Langdon and Don Feener. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Jim Maidment of Central Funeral Homes. For on line condolences please visit: www.centralfuneralhomes.ca

TAVENOR, Mary E.
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Tavenor announce her passing on Thursday, May 18, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 88 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughter-in-law Ruth (Alan) Kievorick, Corner Brook; grandchildren: Randy (Diane) Tavenor, Tony (Carolyn) Tavenor all of Corner Brook and Sean (Karen) Tavenor, Dartmouth, NS; great-grandchildren: Joshua, Michael, Charlotte and Mark, brothers: Bill (Lennie) Gardner, George (Mary) Gardner all of Corner Brook; sisters: Gladys Gardner, Corner Brook; Blanche Cooper, Gander. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Phonse, son William, sister Leonie and brother Ralph. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday from the hours of 7-9 p.m. and on Saturday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from St. John The Evangelist Anglican Cathedral. Cremation to follow at Humber Valley Crematorium. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Corner Brook Baseball Association. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

GREENE, Dominic Samuel
Halfway Point, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Dominic Greene announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, May 19, 2006 at the age of 67 years.  He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, son:  Tim (Tonya) of Curling; daughters:  Debbie (Pat) of Halfway Point, and Serina of Halfway Point; grandchildren:  Jordan, Joshua and Brittany; sisters:  Mary of Halfway Point, Rita (Joe) of Halfway Point, Mercedes (Steve) of Mt. Pearl and Francis (Mike) of Halfway Point; brother:  Ron (Bride) of Halfway Point; sister-in-law:  Genevieve of Fox Point and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by his wife, Barbara; parents:  Daniel & Violet Greene and Wilfred & Gertrude Wheeler; sister:  Dellie Greene; and brother:  George.  Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday, May 20, 2006 and Sunday, May 21, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will take place on Monday, May 22, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, Benoit's Cove.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

BIRTH

PAYNE
Glendale & Christel are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter, Madison Claire on March 1, 2006 weighing 7 lb. 10½ oz. Proud grandparents are Leah & Wilfred Strickland of Frenchman's Cove, Maxine & Ira Payne of Cox's Cove, Uncle Cory and Uncle Melvin & Aunt Laura.

Monday, May 22, 2006

In observance of Victoria Day, The Western Star did not publish Monday, May 22, and all offices were closed.

Tuesday, May 23, 2006

DEATHS

HERRITT, Brenda
15 Island Pond Road
Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Brenda Herritt announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday May 20, 2006 at the age of 62 years. She will be sadly missed by her husband Art, her sons: Shawn (Bernice) and Todd (Laurie) both in Stephenville and Clyde (Connie) in London, Ontario, her four brothers: Alvin Gabriel in Ottawa, Gary (Bonnie) Gabriel and Ricky Gabriel both in Stephenville Crossing, and Greg Gabriel in Nova Scotia, her seven grandchildren: Amanda, Laura, Stephanie, Crystal, Krista, Shannon and Dillon along with a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her daughter Madonna, her brothers: Jimmy, Ron, Andrew and her sister Jean. Cremation has taken place and the family will be receiving friends at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, on Tuesday May 23, 2006 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday May 24, 2006 at 10 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish on West Street with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway.

FERGUSON, Duncan Archibald
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of Duncan Archibald Ferguson, PhD, announces his passing on May 20, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, NL. He is survived by his wife, Euna (MacRae) and daughter Meghan. He was predeceased by his parents, Dr. D.D and Fern (McVicar) Ferguson. Duncan will be sadly missed by close friends and family in various parts of Canada and the United States and his many friends and colleagues in Corner Brook. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2006 in the Atrium of the Fine Arts Building on the Sir Wilfred Grenfell College campus. Memorial donations toward the Duncan A. Ferguson Prize in Psychology may be sent c/o Linda Carroll, Sir Wilfred Grenfell College, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 6P9. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

HUMBER, Frederick Alexander
July 29, 1925 - May 20, 2006
Rocky Harbour, NL
Passed peacefully away at the Bonne Bay Health Centre, Norris Point on Saturday May 20, 2006, Frederick A. Humber at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn daughters: Norma (Gord) Dawe of Gander, Lillian Moores of Grand Falls, Marion (George) Howse of Thompson, Manitoba; son Orville (Wanda) Humber of Rocky Harbour. Grandchildren, Jillian, Jason Dawe, Heather, Jenny, Beth Moores, Michael, Mark Howse, Christopher, Jenni Humber. Also leaves to mourn sisters: Irene (Leslie) Hiscock and Edith Neil, brothers: Jim (Sadie) Humber, Gus (Mary) Reid, also a number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Frederick was predeceased by his sister Violet (Earl) Nicolle. The visitation took place at St. Matthew's Anglican Church, in Rocky Harbour, Monday May 22, 2006 at 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place today, Tuesday May 23, 2006 at 2 p.m. from The Church of The Good Sheppard at Norris Point with Rev. John Olsson officiating. The interment will follow at the family plot at the Anglican Church Cemetery in Norris Point. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake. The family wish to thank the staff of the Bonne Bay Health Centre for their professional care and their support throughout Fred's stay.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

CASSELL, Norman Noseworthy
April 1, 1932 - May 19, 2006
26 Third Ave., Deer Lake
(Formerly of Harbour Deep, NL)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Noseworthy Cassell announce his sudden passing on Friday May 19, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook in his 74^th year. Norman will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted family. His wife Ivy (nee Randell), 2 daughters: Tracy and Ethel (Larry), 4 sons: Dean (Marie), Glenn (Karen), Greg (Penny) and Chad. 4 darling grandchildren: Matthew, Ashley, Danica and Madison, mother-in-law Mrs. Dlucie Randell, 5 brothers-in-law: Ronald (Marilyn) Randell, Hayward (Una) Randell, Ewen (Verna) Randell, Guy (Debbie) Randell and Maxwell (Sylvia) Randell, 3 sisters-in-law: Shirley (Edgar) Mudge, Nance (Baxter) Ropson, and Bonnie (Francis) Ropson. Also leaves to mourn a number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation took place on Sunday May 21, 2006 at 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. and Monday May 22, 2006 at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. from Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street Deer Lake. The funeral service took place on Monday May 22, 2006 at 2 p.m. from St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church in Deer Lake with Rev. John Meade officiating. The interment followed at the Anglican Church Cemetery in Deer Lake. Flowers and donations to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital I.C.U. Unit would be gratefully accepted. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home 63 North Main Street Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

Wednesday, May 24, 2006

DEATHS

FERGUSON, Duncan Archibald
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of Duncan Archibald Ferguson, PhD, announces his passing on May 20, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, NL. He is survived by his wife, Euna (MacRae) and daughter Meghan. He was predeceased by his parents, Dr. D.D and Fern (McVicar) Ferguson. Duncan will be sadly missed by close friends and family in various parts of Canada and the United States and his many friends and colleagues in Corner Brook. A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2006 in the Atrium of the Fine Arts Building on the Sir Wilfred Grenfell College campus. Memorial donations toward the Duncan A. Ferguson Prize in Psychology may be sent c/o Linda Carroll, Sir Wilfred Grenfell College, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 6P9. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

BENOIT, Maisie
Port au Port
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maisie Benoit announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at the age of 81 years. She will be sadly missed by four sons: Darius (Sarah) Benoit, Harry Benoit, Maynard (Marion) Benoit, all of Port au Port, Don (Sheila) Benoit of British Columbia, four daughters: Theresa Jesso of Port au Port, Myrtle Kelly of Harbour Breton, Angela (Otto) Dempsey of Stephenville, Anita (Rodney) Young of Prince Edward Island, daughter-in-law, Barbara Benoit of Halifax, four brothers: Edward (Beulah) Jesso of Kippens, Cornelius (Viola ) Jesso of Port au Port, Gerard Jesso of Ontario, Bert (Alma) Jesso of Port au Port West, two sisters: Marie Jesso of Stephenville, Rona (Raymond) Rowe of Sheaves Cove, 17 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Leo, son, Aiden Benoit, brothers, Eli, Clayton, Bernard and sister, Riza Matthews. Friends may call at the Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, May 25^th at 2:00 p.m. at the Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Thursday, May 25, 2006

DEATHS

MITCHELL, Bertram Herbert
1924 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bertram Mitchell announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, May 24^th, 2006 at the age of 81 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories daughter Joyce; three precious grandchildren; sister Hazel Sheppard; brothers: Reginald and Joseph (Pearl), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by brothers Harry and Jim. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., from where the Funeral Service will take place on Friday, May 26^th at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Mary's Anglican Church Fund. The family guest book may be signed or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

WHITE, Mary "Sandra"
Cold Brook
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville at the age of 56 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Arthur White, two daughters: Kyla (Jimmy) Delaney of Stephenville, Orena White (Dwayne Blanchard) of Stephenville, son, Fabian Dalton of Harbour Main. She will be lovingly remembered by her mother, Eunice Bourgeois of Kippens, two sisters, Penny (Kevin) Andrews of Comox, British Columbia, Elaine (Steve) MacDonald of Stephenville and four brothers: Paul (Sandra) Gaultois of Saskatchewan, Lenny Gaultois (fiancé, Rachel) of Ottawa, Ontario, Tony (Hilda) Gaultois of Stephenville, Tim (Charlene) Gaultois of Kippens. She will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. She was predeceased by her sister, Rose Marie Dianna White and her father, Harold Gaultois. Visitation took place on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Russell's Funeral Home, Stephenville. Funeral Service took place on Thursday, May 25^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville.

RALPH, Elvira
St. George's, NL
1913 - 2006
Passed peacefully away at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center on Tuesday, May 23^rd, 2006 in her 93^rd year. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories many special nieces, nephews and a large circle of friends. Predeceased by her husband Wesley; three sisters: Maria Jane Kelligrew, Mildred May Ralph, Sabina Ralph and brother John Davis. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 7 West Street, Stephenville Crossing on Wednesday 7-9 pm and Thursday 10-12 noon. The Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, May 25^th at 2:00 pm from St. Mary The Virgin Anglican Church in St. George's. Rev. Evelyn Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the Anglican Cemetery in St. George's. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Bay St. George Sick Children's Foundation. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

Friday, May 26, 2006

DEATH

PINSENT, Maxine (nee Peddle)
Corner Brook, NL
July 23^rd, 1928 - May 24^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maxine Pinsent announce her passing on Wednesday, May 24^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 77 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 57 years Stewart, daughters: Elaine (David) Taylor, Glenda (Stephen) Specker and Denise Pinsent, grandchildren: Kristina Taylor, Amanda Taylor, Scott Specker, Eugene Taylor, Stephanie Specker and great-grandson Morgan Taylor, sisters: Frances (Cliff) Sansome, Maisie Vater, Gloria (Derek) Lewis, brothers: James (Minie) Peddle, Douglas (Charlotte) Peddle, sisters-in-law: Shirley Peddle, Marjorie Pinsent and Katie Pinsent. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Hubert and Maude Peddle and brother Harvey Peddle. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook on Friday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 27^th at 2:00 PM from St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, Curling with Rev. John Hounsell-Drover officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, May 27, 2006

DEATH

PINSENT, Maxine (nee Peddle)
Corner Brook, NL
July 23^rd, 1928 - May 24^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maxine Pinsent announce her passing on Wednesday, May 24^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 77 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 57 years Stewart, daughters: Elaine (David) Taylor, Glenda (Stephen) Specker and Denise Pinsent, grandchildren: Kristina Taylor, Amanda Taylor, Scott Specker, Eugene Taylor, Stephanie Specker and great-grandson Morgan Taylor, sisters: Frances (Cliff) Sansome, Maisie Vater, Gloria (Derek) Lewis, brothers: James (Minie) Peddle, Douglas (Charlotte) Peddle, sisters-in-law: Shirley Peddle, Marjorie Pinsent and Katie Pinsent. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Hubert and Maude Peddle and brother Harvey Peddle. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook on Friday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 27^th at 2:00 PM from St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, Curling with Rev. John Hounsell-Drover officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Monday, May 29, 2006

No announcements in today's edition of The Western Star.

Tuesday, May 30, 2006

DEATHS

JESSO, Maureen
Mainland
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maureen Jesso announce her passing in Halifax, Nova Scotia on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at the age of 47 years. She will be sadly missed by her boyfriend, Danny Gillis of Piccadilly, one daughter, Cindy Jesso in Prince Edward Island, four brothers: Louis, Gerard, Clayton, Lovis, two sisters: Eileen, Margaret and one granddaughter, Lytisha, one godchild, Natalie and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Dorothy and brother, Thomas. Friends may call at St. Anne's Chapel in Mainland on Tuesday. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, May 31^st at 2:00 p.m. at St. Anne's Chapel, Mainland with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Mainland. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

LACOSTA, Stan
Port au Port West
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Stan LaCosta announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Sunday, May 28, 2006 at the age of 63 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Matilda, two sons: Warren (Barb) of Mississauga, Ontario, Christopher of Brampton, Ontario, two daughters: Iris (Shane) Barthraw of Toronto, Ontario, Alice (Scott) Young of Brampton, Ontario, four brothers: Clyde (Betty) LaCosta of Mississauga, Ontario, Morris LaCosta of Toronto, Ontario, Eddy (Cis) LaCosta of Piccadilly, Terry LaCosta of Toronto, Ontario, three sisters: Stella (Percy) Duffenais of Kitchener, Ontario, Isabell (Joe) Doucette of Port au Port, Mazie (Jude) Benoit of Lourdes, seven grandchildren: Josh, Mason, Brandon, Travis, Elsie, Matthew, Chesley and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Stan and Marion LaCosta, sister, Patsy Goulding and brother, Ivan LaCosta. Friends may call at the Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday, May 31^st at 2:00 p.m. at the Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East. Cremation will take place after the Funeral. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

TOBIN,  David Francis
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late David Tobin announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, May 28, 2006 at the age of 63 years.  He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, sister:  Alice Ewing of Massey Drive; brothers:  George (Eliza) and Nicholas (Mary) of Corner Brook; care-giver, Virginia George of Corner Brook; sisters-in-law:  Florence of Stephenville, Joyce of Corner Brook, and June of Montreal; brother-in-law:  Ronald Smith of Deer Lake; and a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by his parents:  John & Anne Tobin; brothers:  Patrick Vincent, Joseph, Ralph and Fred; sisters:  Anne Catherine and Anne Theresa; and special friend:  Lonnie George.  Cremation has taken place.  Interment to take place at a later date.  Donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion or the Lung Association.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

BENNETT, Catherine Rebecca
St. Paul's, NL
January 13, 1908 - May 28, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rebecca Bennett announce her passing on Sunday, May 28^th, 2006, at the Bonne Bay Health Center in Norris Point, at the age of 98 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her daughters: Vera (Rendall) Pittman, Marie (Kevin) Bennett, Melinda (Peter) Mackey; her son Felix Bennett; her adopted son Kevin Freeman Bennett; her 35 grandchildren, 59 great grandchildren and 8 great great grandchildren; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was predeceased by her husband Isaac Freeman Bennett; daughters: Daisy (Jobie) Payne, Maude (Maurice) Bennett and Rosette Bennett. Catherine Rebecca Bennett, fondly known as Aunt Becky, was renown throughout the Northern Peninsula for her singing and dancing. She received the Life Time Achievement Award from the St. John's Folk Art Council in recognition of her contribution to the cultural heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador. When asked what she would like to be remembered for, she replied, "For my singing and my dancing." Family and friends may visit the Holy Spirit Parish Church in St. Paul's today, Tuesday, May 30^th, 2006 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Vigil for the Deceased will be held on Tuesday, May 30^th, 2006 at 7 p.m. Where also the funeral service will take place from on Wednesday, May 31^st, 2006 at 2 p.m. with Father Roger Poblete officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in St. Paul's. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holy Spirit Parish Church Memorial Fund, St. Paul's, A0K 4Y0. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

JARDINE, Clifford H.
Corner Brook, NL
April 2, 1917 - May 29, 2006
Passed away peacefully in his 90^th year after a brief stay at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara; children: Bruce, Karen Holyoke (Ralph) and Richard (Kathleen); brother-in-law: Ray Hebden; five grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The youngest of seven, he was predeceased by his parents: Harvey and May; brothers Hubert, Ralph and Arthur; sisters: Emily, Dorothy and Phyllis. Giving a lifetime of dedication to family, church, community and country, he remained a member of the 166^th (NFLD.) Field Regiment, The Royal Canadian Legion, and the Masonic Order, Corner Brook Lodge. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 1^st at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street. Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses or to the charity of ones choice. The guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made in person or online at www.fillatre.ca

Wednesday, May 31, 2006

DEATHS

JARDINE, Clifford H.
Corner Brook, NL
April 2, 1917 - May 29, 2006
Passed away peacefully in his 90^th year after a brief stay at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara; children: Bruce, Karen Holyoke (Ralph) and Richard (Kathleen); brother-in-law: Ray Hebden; five grandchildren, two great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The youngest of seven, he was predeceased by his parents: Harvey and May; brothers Hubert, Ralph and Arthur; sisters: Emily, Dorothy and Phyllis. Giving a lifetime of dedication to family, church, community and country, he remained a member of the 166^th (NFLD.) Field Regiment, The Royal Canadian Legion, and the Masonic Order, Corner Brook Lodge. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 1^st at 2:00 p.m. from the First United Church, Park Street. Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses or to the charity of ones choice. The guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made in person or online at www.fillatre.ca

BENOIT, Sandra Carol (nee Legge)
Jeffrey's, NL
1951 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sandra Benoit announce her passing at the Health Science Centre in St. John's on Sunday, May 28^th, 2006 at the age of 55 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 36 years, Martin; sons: Stefan (Sandra Roy), Lab City and Marlin, Jeffrey's; grandchildren: Christopher Reid and Brandon Peters, both of Lab City; mother Annie Legge (nee Hulan), Jeffrey's; brothers: Harry (Sheila) Legge, Port Aux Basques, David (Elsie) Legge, St. John's, Augustus (Greta) Legge, Jeffrey's and Roland (Connie) Legge, Moncton, N.B.; sisters: Lavinia (Joseph) Curnew, Jeffrey's and Dorothy (Gordon) Hounsell, Jeffrey's; sister-in-law Laverne Legge, St. John, N.B.; brother-in-law Gary Compton, Lab City, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by father Emanuel Legge; brother Eugene Legge; sister Colleen Compton and father-in-law Onesime Benoit. Friends may visit St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church in Jeffrey's on Tuesday 7-9 p.m., Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 10-12 noon, from where the Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, June 1^st at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the Anglican Cemetery. Reverend Stewart Bellows officiating. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the St. Mary Magdalene Memorial Fund. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca