Friday, September 1, 2006

DEATHS

SHEARS, Catherine (nee Humber)
Rocky Harbour, NL
February 4^th, 1919 - August 30^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Catherine Shears (nee Humber) announce her sudden passing at the Bonne Bay Health Centre on Wednesday, August 30^th, 2006 in her 87^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: son Willis whom resides at the Bonne Bay Health Centre; three daughters: Marion (George) of Rocky Harbour, Elaine (Willy) of Ontario and Sue (Morris) of Calgary, daughter-in-law Frances (Tom) of Deer Lake; grandchildren: Frank, Penny, Bobby, Pam, Bryant, Sharon, Clem, Dennis, Dwayne and her 15 great grandchildren; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, and friends; her sisters-in-law Lorean Humber and Violet Shears; also her many good friends at the Dove Complex in Norris Point where she resided. Catherine was predeceased by her husband Clark, September 2004, her son Bryant, granddaughters Cathy Shears, Baby Girl Shears and Cindy Watts. The family will be receiving family and friends this evening, Thursday, August 31^st, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday, September 1^st, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from St. Matthews Anglican Church in Rocky Harbour, from where the funeral service will take place from on Saturday, September 2^nd, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. John Olsson and Rev. Beverley Snow officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery in Rocky Harbour. Flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the St. Matthews Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"A Friend Indeed In Your Time Of Need"

KNOTT, Myrtle Maud
Norris Point, NL
Dec. 28^th, 1913 - Aug. 30^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Myrtle Knott announce her passing on Wednesday, August 30^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 92 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Dora (Bert) Reid, Norris Point; Clarence (Ann) Knott, Norris Point; Joyce (Edgar) Upwards, Shoal Brook; Joan (Norman) Perham, Corner Brook; Linda Marshall, Glovertown; Gladys (Bryce) Butler, Corner Brook; daughter-in-law Bertha Knott, Norris Point. Grandchildren: Keith, Donna, Dionne, Gale, Darrell, David, Sharon, Fay, Boyd, Craig, Brenda, Dexter, Kimberly, Shawn, Tara, Monty, Paula, Robert, Scott, Deana, Bonnie, Corey. 34 great-grandchildren & 4 great-great-grandchildren. Sisters: Elizabeth Mudge, Norris Point and Catherine Scalzo, Thunder Bay, Ontario. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Wallace, parents George & Dora Mitchell, sons William, Rendell, Milton, grandson Glenn, daughter-in-law Bride, brothers Rendell & Milton Mitchell. The family will be receiving friends from the Church of the Good Shepherd, Norris Point on Thursday and Friday from where the funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 2^nd at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon John Olsson officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd Cemetery Fund. 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

CARPENTER, Henry (Ned)
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Henry (Ned) Carpenter announce his peaceful passing on Thursday, August 31^st, 2006 at the 6^th floor of the Western Memorial Regional hospital at the age of 85 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 56 years Elsa (nee Dingwell), he will be lovingly remembered by his children: David, Corner Brook; Susan (Keith) Rowsell, Pasadena, two grandchildren: Michael Rowsell, Calgary; Heather Rowsell, Pasadena, one darling great-granddaughter Haley Rae, grampies little angel. Sister Lottie Patey, St. Anthony; brothers-in-law: George (Joyce) Dingwell; Corner Brook; Neil (Lillian) Dingwell, St. John's; Len Halloway, Corner Brook; sister-in-law Christina Sweetapple, Corner Brook. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edith (nee Ollerhead) & Henry, brothers Max, Jim, William, Aubrey, Tobias, sisters Stella Thompson and Jane Patey. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday and Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 3^rd at 2:00 PM from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street with Rev. Canon Derek Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the 5^th and 6^th floor Enhancement Committee, WMR Hospital or 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

Saturday, September 2, 2006

DEATHS

CARPENTER, Henry (Ned)
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Henry (Ned) Carpenter announce his peaceful passing on Thursday, August 31^st, 2006 at the 6^th floor of the Western Memorial Regional hospital at the age of 85 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 56 years Elsa (nee Dingwell), he will be lovingly remembered by his children: David, Corner Brook; Susan (Keith) Rowsell, Pasadena, two grandchildren: Michael Rowsell, Calgary; Heather Rowsell, Pasadena, one darling great-granddaughter Haley Rae, grampies little angel. Sister Lottie Patey, St. Anthony; brothers-in-law: George (Joyce) Dingwell; Corner Brook; Neil (Lillian) Dingwell, St. John's; Len Halloway, Corner Brook; sister-in-law Christina Sweetapple, Corner Brook. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edith (nee Ollerhead) & Henry, brothers Max, Jim, William, Aubrey, Tobias, sisters Stella Thompson and Jane Patey. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday and Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 3^rd at 2:00 PM from All Saints Anglican Church, Clarence Street with Rev. Canon Derek Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the 5^th and 6^th floor Enhancement Committee, WMR Hospital or 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

MCHUGH, Gertrude Mary
Corner Brook, NL
July 26, 1933 - September 1, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gertrude McHugh (nee French) announce her passing on Friday, September 1^st, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 73 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her three daughters: Janet Rideout (Whycliff), Joan Price (Raymond) and Judy McHugh-Hynes (Gerald); three grandchildren: Justin, Adam and Stephanie; sisters: Sheila Fewer (Leo), Shirley Rex and Joan Williams; brothers: Cyril French (Grace) and John French (Jean); as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Reginald, September 20^th, 2005, parents: William and Mary French; sister: Jean; brothers: John, Gerard, Kevin and Bill; brothers-in-law: Bob Rex and Dr. John Williams. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Sunday, September 3^rd from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The Mass of christian burial will be held on Monday, September 4^th at 10:30 A.M. from The Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer, Mt. Bernard Avenue. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

GALLANT, D. Joseph (Joe)
Corner Brook, NL
1937 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late D. JOSEPH GALLANT announce his sudden passing on Friday, September 1, 2006 at the age of 69. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 43 years Mary (nee: Quigley); 4 children: Sheila Gallant-Halloran (Bill Halloran), Don Gallant (Donna), Jamie Gallant (Lise Robert), Brad Gallant (Paula); 10 grandchildren: Ciara, Ceili, Danny, Ben, Zachary, Erica, Andrea, Peter, Katie & Sandy; brothers: Roy Gallant, Gerald Gallant (Donna), Phil Gallant (Sharon), George Gallant & Pat Compagnon (Irene); sisters: Linda MacIsaac (Rod), Betty Caines (Paul), Rita Pye (Chris), as well as a large number of nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. He was predeceased by his son Peter Gallant, parents Felix & Monica Gallant, Cecil Compagnon & brother Doug Gallant. The funeral service will be held Monday, September 4^th at 10:30 a.m. from Sacred Heart Church, Curling Street Father Don Leonard officiating with cremation to follow. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street Saturday & Sunday during the hours 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

THOMAS, T. Patricia
T. Patricia Thomas of Halifax and formerly of Mabou, NS and St. Anthony, NL, passed away Aug. 31 at Parkstone Extended Care Facility at the age of 86. She was predeceased by her husband Dr. Gordon W. Thomas, long-time Executive Director and Surgeon in Chief of the International Grenfell Association. She will be sadly missed by her sister Ruth Denton of Costa Rica and children Patricia (David) Simpson of Potomac MD; Leonard (Margaret) Thomas of Corner Brook and Pamela (Perry) Colbourne of Halifax; grandchildren Timothy, Scott and John Simpson, Jane Gray, Krista Bezanson, Patti and Rob Thomas, Daniel and Sue Colbourne and great-grandchildren Meghan and William Simpson, Thomas Bezanson and Rex MacDonald. Funeral will be held at the United Church in Port Hood, NS on Sunday, September 3 at 2:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to L'Arche Lane, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0. larchecb@larchecapebreton.org

ENGAGEMENT

ANDERSON & VADERS
Arnold and Glenda Anderson of Thompson, Manitoba (formerly of Meadows) are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Angela to Bradley son of Terry and Harriet Vaders of Red Lake, Ontario (formerly of Goose Bay, Labrador). A May 2008 wedding is being planned. Angela's proud grandparents are Charlie and Diana Wells and Harley and Susie Anderson of Meadows. Brad's proud grandparents are Sandy and Lillian Elson of Cartwright, Labrador and Doris Vaders of Victoria, NL.

BIRTH

HOUSE
Cheryl House and Bradley White are very proud to announce the arrival of their beautiful daughter Kerri. Kerri arrived on July 13, 2006 weighing 6 lb. 15 oz. Congratulations from proud grandparents Paul and Jamie House of Cow Head, NL and Woodrow and Brada White of Cox's Cove, NL.

WEDDING

LAINEY / HAWCO
Congratulations and best wishes to Cynthia and James on their marriage on Saturday, August 5, 2006 in Stephenville. Cynthia is the daughter of Jim and Gladys Hawco. James is the son of Mary Lainey and Daniel Simon of Degrau, NL. They are now living in Ontario. Love from Mom, Dad and Christopher.

Monday, September 4, 2006

In observance of Labour Day, The Western Star did not publish on Monday, Sept. 4, and all offices were closed.  Publication resumed and all offices reopened on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Tuesday, September 5, 2006

DEATHS

MILLER, Lawrence James
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lawrence James Miller announces his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, September 1, 2006 at the age of 70 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife, Verna; daughters: Glenda O’Reilly (Michael) of Kentville, NS and Lori Scott (Craig) of Corner Brook; grandchildren: Erin, Megan, Katie, Colleen, Tyler, Kristen and Leanne; brother, Reg Miller (Jessie) of Port aux Basques; and a number of other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to the Dialysis Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

PITTMAN, Randolph Norman
Sept. 18, 1929 - Sept. 1, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Randolph Pittman announce his passing on Friday, September 1, 2006 after his lengthy illness. He now rests with God and his son Bruce who preceded him. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Daisy (nee Combdon), his daughter Betty (Rowe), his brother Lester Pittman, his grandchildren Roxanne (Pittman), Jeremy (Pittman), Michael (Rowe), Stephanie (Rowe), daughter-in-law Valerie (Pittman), special niece Sheila (Don Browning), special sister-in-law Poppie (Connolly) and a large circle of family and friends. He was laid to rest in the Anglican cemetery of the church of the transfiguration at Sop's Arm, White Bay with the Reverend William Ranson and Reverend Roberta Woodman officiating. Donations in his memory may be made to the kidney foundation or a charity of ones choice. We his family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude at this time for the many kindnesses shown us in our time of need. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die"

ROWSELL, Alphonsus John
1938 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late ALPHONSUS JOHN ROWSELL announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 2^nd, 2006 at the age of 68. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 37 years, Marjorie (nee: Nolan); sons: Stephen, Halifax, NS, Terry, Corner Brook, grandson Riley; sisters: Stella Regush, Vancouver, BC, Sharon McHugh (Eugene), Calgary, AB, brother Gerry Rowsell (Bernice); sisters-in-law: Priscilla Boutcher, Corner Brook, Lillian Hayes (Patrick), ON, Dorothy Gough (Bill), Corner Brook, Patsy Nolan, Corner Brook, Marie Nolan, Brigus as well as a large number of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Predeceased by parents Stephen & Ethel Rowsell; sisters & brothers-in-law: Patricia & Leo Pike, Sheila & Jack Boland, Bernice & Fred Jones, Harry Regush; brothers: Patrick, Stephen, Aiden and Michael. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 5^th at 10:30 a.m. from Sacred Heart Church, Curling Street Father Bernard Buckle officiating followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue Sunday from 7-9 p.m. and Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Parkinson's Society of Newfoundland & Labrador. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

GILLARD, Raymond "David"
Pasadena, NL
Jan 19, 1942 - Sept. 1, 2006
Passed peacefully away, surrounded by his family, David Gillard of Pasadena on Friday, September 1, 2006 following a courageous battle with cancer. He will be sadly missed with a life time of memories. Left to celebrate his life are his wife of 38 years, Elizabeth W. (Bishop), his only son, Adam J., mother, Bessie Aurilla (Payne) of Orillia, ON; sister, Myrna (Klause) Reibling, of Moncton, NB; brothers: Jack A. (Nancy M. Taylor) of Orillia, ON, Wayne L of Lark Harbour, and Kenneth of Orangeville, ON; sisters-in-law: Greta Gillard of St. Judes, Patheresa McLeod of Alberta, Ellen (Jim) Morris of Appleton, NL, Geraldine (Harris) Foote of Fox Creek, Alberta, Michelle (Carol) Clarke II of Victoria, NL; brothers-in-law: Kevin (Venah Stacey) Bishop and Terry Bishop of Alberta; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many good friends and co-workers at Western Memorial Regional Hospital where he was still employed. He was predeceased by his father Augustus J. Gillard of Corner Brook, brother, Gary J. of St. Judes and parents-in-law, Thomas J. and Irene W. (Fahey) Bishop of Pasadena. Dave was passionate about his family, reading and social justice. He dreamed the impossible dream and inspired others to do the same. David's earthly remains were cremated and a memorial mass and interment will take place at a later date. Donations may be made to the Corner Brook Cancer Unit or the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Palliative Care Unit. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

DUFFENAIS, John Carl
Lourdes
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Carl Duffenais announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 3, 2006 at the age of 71 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Audrey, four daughters: Janet (Greg) Shang in Mississauga, ON, Juanita Duffenais in Lourdes, Jocelyn Duffenais (Bertram) in Kippens, Eileen (Darren) Paul in Woodbridge, ON, one brother Joe (Alberta) Duffenais in Chester Basin, Nova Scotia, four sisters: Rona (Jimmy) Wayne in Michigan, Carrie and Ivy (Joe) Watson, both in Texas and Madonna (Fred) Caven in Petrol, ON. Also leaving to mourn are his four grandchildren: Kelly, Ashley, Devin and Kyle and a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Lourdes from 2-9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday from where the funeral service will take place on Thursday, September 7, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. with interment in the Roman Catholic cemetery in West Bay. Funeral arrangements are under the guidance of Russell's Funeral Home in Stephenville.

GUY, Mamie Maria
Pasadena, NL
(formerly of Corner Brook)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mamie Guy announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 2, 2006 at the age of 69 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, 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; grandchildren: Heather, Andrew, Allison, Renee, Adam, Patrick and Madison; brother: William (Donalda) Strickland of Corner Brook; sister: Nina (David) Joyce of Benoit's Cove; and a large number of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence (Chum); brother, Gordon; sisters: Florence, Beatrice, Madeline and Esther; parents: George & Jessie Strickland; and infant son, Clarence. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, September 3, 2006 and Monday, September 4, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from First United Church, Park St. with Rev. Dr. Wayne Coles officiating. As expressions of sympathy, 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

DWYER, William Melvin (Bill)
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William (Bill) Dwyer announce his sudden passing on Saturday, September 2^nd, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook. Bill was the last surviving brother of Dwyer Brother's Ltd. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 52 years Doris (nee: Batten), daughter Judy & John (Laing), special niece Elaine & sister-in-law Marina; nieces & nephews: Earminie & Godwin Wagner & family, Don & Edna Dwyer & family, Rodger & Edna Dwyer, Melvin & Sandra Dwyer & family, Elmer & Violet Dwyer & family, Betty & Eugene Pike & family; sisters & brothers-in-law: Gloria & Jerry Robertson, Joyce & Eric Fitzgerald & family, Jean McGinn & family, Barbara & Tom Caines & family, Ruth & Max Patten & family, Ronnie & Verna Batten, Sammy & Marina Batten & family; special friends Jenny & Carl Little as well as numerous other relatives and many friends. Predeceased by parents Michael & Gertrude Dwyer, brothers: Jack, Clarence, Alva & Milton and aunt Minnie Diamond. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 5^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Memorial United Church, Curling Street, Reverend Clayton Parsons officiating followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit FIllatre's Funeral Home 218 Curling Street Sunday & Monday during the hours 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., Tuesday from 9-11 a.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations may be made to the Shriners Hospital. The family guest book, may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

BONNELL, Gladys Mabel
Corner Brook, NL
1925 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gladys Bonnell announce her passing on Saturday, September 2^nd, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 81 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her seven children: Melvie Brake, Kitchener, ON, Mabel Perin, Maple, ON, Morgan Bonnell (Judy), Brampton, ON, Joyce Schafer (Dave), Kitchener, ON, Barbara Brophy (John), Mississauga, ON, Clyde Bonnell (Irene), Edmonton, AB and Elizabeth Butler, Corner Brook; ten grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; one brother: Lewis Chafe, Toronto, ON, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband John Lewis Bonnell, December 3^rd, 2005. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Sunday, 7-9:00 p.m., and Monday 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 5^th at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Church, Clarence street. Rev. Canon Derek Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Western Regional Office, Suite 104, Millbrook Mall, 2 Herald Avenue, Corner Brook, NL, A2H 4B5. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

KING, Harvey Alexander Woodbine
Corner Brook, NL
1931 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harvey King announce his sudden passing on Sunday, September 3^rd, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 75 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his loving and devoted wife, Nellie (nee Cull); son: Todd; special nephew: Wayne Peters (Karen); two precious granddaughters: Leah and Sarah King, and their mother Lana; nephews: Gary and Greg King, Brad Peters; nieces: Lisa Forster and Elizabeth King; sister-in-law: Violet Goodyear, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. He was predeceased by his sister Nellie King, brothers: Milton and Raymond King, and nephew Ron King. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Monday and Tuesday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 6^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Clarence Street. Major Frank Johnson officiating. Cremation to follow. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made 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

REID, Elizabeth Ellen Bessie (Noseworthy)
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bessie Reid announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, September 1, 2006 at the age of 69 years.  She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband of 46 years, Clyde; son, Clyde (Helen) of Ottawa, ON; brother, Melvin Noseworthy (Gertrude) of Corner Brook; sister, Marylin Clarke (Robert) of Harbour LeCou; and sister-in-law, Alma Noseworthy of Burgeo; and a circle of other relatives and friends.  She was predeceased by:  her father, Cyril Noseworthy; mother, Rosella Goosney; brother, Eric Noseworthy; and sister, Jean Noseworthy.  Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Sunday, September 3, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and at the Church of the Good Shepherd, Norris Point on Monday, September 4, 2006 beginning at 2:00 p.m. from where the funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Olson officiating.  Interment at the Anglican Cemetery , Norris Point.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

LEDREW, Florizel (Flossie) Babstock
Pasadena, NL
1910 - 2006
Passed from the loving arms of her family on Monday, September 4, 2006, into those of her husband, Frank, Florizel (Flossie) Ledrew in her 97^th year. Always cherished and never forgotten by her six children: Shirley Joan Sweetland (Fred), David Barry LeDrew (Betty-Lou), Stewart Boyd LeDrew (Joan), Brenda LeDrew Keyes (Vince), Deborah Francis LeDrew (Frank Balogh) and Terry Denise LeDrew, with whom she lived, and special daughter Deirdre O`Leary (Danny); grandchildren: Chris, Jane, Ann, Barry, Robert, Jane, Nancy, Vicky, Stephen Jonathan Tree, Frank, Lisa, Susan, Scott, Nicole, Michelle, Peter, Kip, Rachael, Brock, Cindy, Karen, Stephen, Sheila and Richard; great-grandchildren: Erin, Amy, Zachary, Joshua and Nathan, Adam and Andrea, Courtney, Jason, Nicole, Jessie, Jade, Caleb, Mandy, Jessica, Peter, David, Leslie-Ann, Sarah, Heather, Rebecca, Kirsten, Erika, Andrew, Heather, Scott, Shannon, Diane, Sarah, Amy J, Mathieu, Alexandre, Jacinta, Danica, Jacob, Nickolas, Skyler, Evan and Ava Luna; very special companions, Geraldine Carter Coffin and Noreen Warren, as well, left with warm memories of Aunt Floss, the Babstock and Eales children and the extended LeDrew family. Sadly missed by her animal companions, Shadow, Buster, Giz and Baby. Florizel was predeceased by Frank, their infant son Peter John; sisters: Nell, Minnie, Emmie and brother Lewis. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 6th at 2:00 p.m. from the Humber Valley United Church in Pasadena, Rev. Andrew Wright officiating. Cremation to follow. Friends may visit the Humber Valley United church on Tuesday evening from 7-9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Floss's memory may be made to the Humber Valley United Church, P.O. Box 278, Pasadena, NL, A0L 1K0, The Pasadena Lions Club or to the Palliative Care Unit of Western Memorial Regional Hospital. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation maybe made through our website www.fillatre.ca

Wednesday, September 6, 2006

DEATHS

MCCORMACK, Sister Mary Basil, RSM
Entered into eternal life at McAuley Convent September 3, 2006, Sister Mary Basil McCormack, age 97 years. Predeceased by parents, Patrick and Elsie (Power) McCormack; sisters Mary Bertelson and Kathleen McCormack; brothers John, George and Charles McCormack. Leaving to mourn her Religious Congregation the Sisters of Mercy; her sisters, Helen Nolan, Margaret Furey, Patricia (Gerald) David and sister-in-law Margaret McCormack; her nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and many friends. Waking at McAuley Convent, 250 Waterford Bridge Road, St. John's on Tuesday, September 5, 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday, September 6 until 9:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 7, 9:30 a.m. at Corpus Christi Parish Church, Waterford Bridge Road with interment to follow at the Sisters of Mercy plot in Belvedere Cemetery.
May she rest in Peace.

BOLGER, William J.
Passed peacefully away on September 2, 2006 at the Dr Hugh Twomey Health Care Center, William J. Bolger at the age of 75 years. Mr. Bolger retired from Colemans Furniture World, Corner Brook. He was a member of the Corner Brook Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, Westmont Club, The United Travelers, The Cancer Survivors of Grand Falls-Windsor and The Northern Arm Fire Dept. Predeceased by parents James and Rita Bolger; brother Mike and sister Mary. Left to mourn are his wife of 49 years Shirley (Burt); sons: Gordon (Lois) of Halifax, NS, Calvin (Patty) of Ponty Pool, ON; daughters: Christine (Randy Watton) of Pasadena, NL, Linda (Peter Janes) of St. John's, NL; brother Bernard (Cavelle) of Goose Bay; grandchildren: Garrett, Brian, Richard, Nancy, Taralee, Shawn and Taylor and a large number of other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from Botwood Funeral Home on Sunday, September 3, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Monday, September 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. from St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Botwood with Father Linus Coady officiating. Interment at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Botwood, NL. Donations may be made in his memory to the Dr. Hugh Twomey Palliative Care Ladies Auxiliary Association. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Botwood Funeral Home, 147 Commonwealth Dr., Botwood, NL, 257-3534. Pallbearers are: West Gilbert, Peter Gunn, Roy Bryne, Pierce Power, Ray Wade and Bill Carroll. Online condolences can be sent by visiting our site: www.sunsetmemorial.ca

Thursday, September 7, 2006

DEATHS

PITTMAN, Randolph Norman
Sept. 18, 1929 - Sept. 1, 2006
(First published on September 5, 2006 - this is a updated obituary)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Randolph Pittman announce his passing on Friday, September 1, 2006 after his lengthy illness. He now rests with God and his son Bruce who preceded him. He was also predeceased by parents Ruth (nee Rice) and Archibald Pittman, sisters: Gladys Combdon and Stella Jacobs. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Daisy (nee Combdon), his daughter Betty (Rowe), his brother Lester Pittman, his grandchildren Roxanne (Pittman), Jeremy (Pittman), Michael (Rowe), Stephanie (Rowe), daughter-in-law Valerie (Pittman), special niece Sheila (Don Browning), special sister-in-law Poppie (Connolly) and a large circle of family and friends. He was laid to rest in the Anglican cemetery of the church of the transfiguration at Sop's Arm, White Bay with the Reverend William Ranson and Reverend Roberta Woodman officiating. Donations in his memory may be made to the kidney foundation or a charity of ones choice. We his family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude at this time for the many kindnesses shown us in our time of need. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die"

WHALEN, Phillip Roy
Passed away peacefully, lovingly surrounded by his wife, Kay and family in the early morning hours of September 2^nd, at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 90 years. Predeceased by his first wife Barbara Whalen, his daughter Heather Irene, his mother Suzannah Cooper, his brothers Garfield, Sam and Jack as well as sisters Ruby and Maisie. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: his wife, Kay and his children: Betty, Anna and Roy (Yvonne), his stepchildren: Jerry, Judy, Brenda, John, Cavelle, Joanne and their families; his eight grandchildren: Gordon, Ken, Keith, Shawn, Cathy, Heather, Nikki and Shannon and his seven great grandchildren: Jonathan, Aimee, Kristopher, Nicholas, Alexandra, Alexander and Victoria, his brother Neil Cooper and many other relatives and friends from both sides of the Atlantic. Roy was a WW2 Veteran who served with the Royal Navy for 6.5 years as an ASDIC operator and participated in the battle of the Atlantic. He proudly represented his country during many celebrations in Canada and overseas during the last 60 years as a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #3. He was a long time employee retired from the Bowater Plant in Deer Lake. Roy was a very proud Newfoundland and was a passionate advocate for the preservation of the history of the Humber Valley and was one of the founders of the Roy Whalen Heritage Museum and Archives. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home. The funeral services were held at the Salvation Army Citadel in Deer Lake, 2 pm on Monday September 4^th. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Roy Whalen Heritage Centre and Archives.

HISCOCK, Marie Florence
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marie Hiscock announces her sudden passing on Tuesday, September 5, 2006 at the age of 70 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband, Peter; daughters: Janet Stone and husband Kish of St. Catherines, ON, Violet Hillier and husband Donald of Brampton, ON and Karen Hiscock and husband Alan Bell of Ottawa, ON; grandsons: Peter and Matthew Stone, Jake Hillier and Simon Bell; granddaughters: Hannah Hillier and Alison Bell; brother, William Thomas and family; brother-in-law, Eliol and family; sister-in-law, Alice Rose and family; and a large circle of other relatives and friends. There will be a private family visitation. The funeral service will take place on Friday, September 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Parish with Rev. Gordon Druggett officiating. Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

Friday, September 8, 2006

DEATHS

PHILLIPS, Molly (McIsaac)
Stephenville Crossing, NL
May 9, 1922 - September 7, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Molly Phillips announce her peaceful passing on Thursday, September 7^th, 2006 at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, Stephenville Crossing, in her 85^th year. She will be sadly missed by her daughter June Foley, Stephenville Crossing; grandson Brian Foley, Dartmouth, NS; great-grandchildren: Shauna and Brycen; several nieces and nephews and one very special niece, Elaine McIsaac, Stephenville Crossing. She will also be missed by a large number of friends, relatives and her “other family” at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre. She was predeceased by her parents Angela and Richard McIsaac; three brothers: Ronald (Gertrude), William (Margaret) and Gus (Henrietta). The family will be receiving friends at Fillatre's Funeral Home on Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, September 9^th at 2:00 pm from the Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption, Stephenville Crossing. Interment will follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Brook Street. Fr. Gerard Patry and Fr. Maurice O’Quinn officiating. At Molly's request, cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Bay St. George Long Term Care Centre, The Assumption Parish Memorial Fund, or a charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

TAPPER, Margaret Mary
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret Mary Tapper announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at the age of 90 years. She will be sadly missed by her son, Nelson (Alma) of Corner Brook, one granddaughter, Lesley (Gilles) Gardner, two grandsons, Brian and Jason, two great-grandsons, Ethan and Benjamin. She was predeceased by her husband, Leslie Tapper, son, Ronald Tapper and daughter-in-law, Fran Tapper. Cremation has taken place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. 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, September 9^th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville. Interment will take place in the Anglican Section, Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville next to her husband, late Leslie Tapper. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Saturday, September 9, 2006

DEATHS

BROTHERS, Mary Josephine
Corner Brook, NL
July 28^th, 1930 - September 7^th, 2006
With her family at her side who loved her very much, Mary Josephine Brothers passed peacefully away on Thursday, September 7^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 76 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 51 years William J. Brothers, 6 children: Joan Lewis (Don), Corner Brook; Maxine Lewis (Barry), Corner Brook; Bill (Aggie), Red Deer, Alb.; Annette Curson (Fred), Ottawa, Ont.; Glen (Marina), Halfway Point; Cherie Brothers, Calgary, Alb. 9 precious grandchildren: Courtney Lewis, Jonathan, Jeffrey & Jason Lewis, Kayla & Alicia Brothers, Lucas Curson, Brianna & Braeden Brothers. Mary will be sadly missed by William's brothers and sisters and their families. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends especially Theresa Wade, Helen Lundrigan, Maude Jones & Millicent Sheppard. She was predeceased by her parents Patrick and Theresa Hunt. Our mother was a women of faith and had a true love for her family. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The mass of christian burial will be held on Monday, September 11^th at 10:30 AM from the Cathedral of the Most Holy Redeemer 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 the Canadian Cancer Society. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

DRAKE, Marguerite
Lourdes
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Marguerite Drake announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville, on Friday, September 8, 2006, at the age of 94 years. She will be sadly missed by two sons: Gary (Patricia) Drake and Bernard Drake, all of Mississauga, Ontario, three daughters: Cynthia (Jim) Skinner of Lourdes with whom she resided, Mary (Huw) Jenkins of Abu Dhabi, Philomena (Mark) Aurini of Halifax, Nova Scotia, one brother, James (Elizabeth) Vallis of Lourdes, one sister, Ethel (Cecil) Young of Port au Port, daughter-in-law, Muriel Keeping of Saint John, New Brunswick, special friend, Debbie Barter of Mainland, 13 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Aloysius Drake, son, Bill Keeping and her father, William Keeping and mother, Philomena (Keeping) Vallis. Friends may call at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. & Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Monday, September 11^th at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in West Bay. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to the Lourdes Grotto Memorial Fund would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

BRAKE, John Augustus (Jack)
June 11^th, 1960 - September 7^th, 2006
Cow Head, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Augustus (Jack) Brake announce his sudden passing at the Gros Morne Resort in St. Paul's on Thursday, September 7^th, 2006, in his 46^th year. John will be sadly missed by his common law wife Gail Payne, his children: Douglas of Fort McMurray, Alberta and Charlene of Cow Head, his grandson Zachary, his 4 sisters: Valda (Mrs. Leonard Payne) of Parsons Pond, Ada (Mrs. Aster Caines) of Portland Creek, Nina (Mrs. Lewis Keough), and Jeannie (Mrs. Thomas Keough) both of Parsons Pond, his 4 brothers: Dave (Elaine) of Rocky Harbour, Rob (Cassie), Bud (Betty), and Wade (Sharon) all of Parsons Pond, his mother and father-in-law Loretta and Harold Payne of Cow Head, his 2 brothers-in-law, Harrison (Mary) Payne of Corner Brook, and Gary (Patricia) of Fort McMurray, Alberta. Leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. John was predeceased by his parents: Hannah and Bryant Brake and his brother Wallace Brake. The family will be receiving family and friends Sunday and Monday from the Anglican Church, in Cow Head and on Tuesday, September 12^th, 2006 at the Anglican Church in Parsons Pond from 10 a.m. - 12 noon, from where the funeral service will take place at 2 p.m. with Rev. James Pratt 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.
"A friend indeed in your time of need."

PEARCE, Woodrow Ross
March 19^th, 1952 - September 7^th, 2006
47 High Street, Deer Lake, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Woodrow Ross Pearce announce his sudden passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, on Thursday, September 7^th, 2006 in his 54^th year. Woodrow will be sadly missed by his loving family: his wife, Marjorie (nee Hewlin) of 30 years, his children: Debbie (Chubby), Della (Shane), Darren (Linda Lee), Sheldon (Cindy), Denise (Paul), and Dion, his sisters: Daphne (Whit), Minnie (Rex), Lillian (Bryant), Beverly (Gordon), his brothers: Eugene (Phyllis), Alex (Tina), and Tony (Kim), his sisters-in-law: Della (Clary) and Myrna (Larry), his brother-in-law Steve, his mother and father-in-law, Joan and Forward. He also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Woodrow was predeceased by his mother and father (Jean and Eli), in 2004 and his sister-in-law Rona in 2005. The family will be receiving family and friends from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street in Deer Lake today, Saturday September 9^th, 2006 and on Sunday, September 10^th, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday, September 11^th, 2006 at 2 p.m. from St. Michaels and All Angles Anglican Church in Deer Lake, with Rev. John Meade officiating with the interment to follow at the church cemetery, Wight's Road, Deer Lake. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"A friend indeed in your time of need."

WEDDING

BEATTY / ANDERSON
Helen and Henry Anderson of Corner Brook are pleased to announce the marriage of their son Kenny to Andrea, daughter of Helen and John Beatty of Richmond, BC on August 3^rd. The ceremony took place on the lawn of Hart House in Burnaby, BC, officiated by Justice of the Peace Ken Dong. Attendants were Michelle Hikeda and Craig Veitch, friends of the Bride and Groom. The happy couple reside in North Vancouver where Kenny is a Professor at Douglas College and Andrea is a Teacher at Cypress Park Primary School.

BIRTH

PARK
Big sister, four year old Zoe Park is obviously happy to help care for her new sister Fiona Mae, born June 21, 2006. Zoe and Fiona are daughters of Murray and Yvette Park of Torbay, NL, and granddaughters of Richard and Ethel Park of Gillams and Basil and Cathy Favaro of Charlottetown, PEI.

TILLER
Savanna, along with her parents, Barb and Randy Tiller are pleased to announce the arrival of her little brother Cole Martin Everett Tiller. Cole arrived on April 16, 2006 weighing 7 lb. 7 oz. Proud grandparents are Nina and Martin Tiller, Joan and Everett Lidstone, all of Corner Brook. Proud great-grandmothers are Marjorie Ryan of Corner Brook and Vera Lidstone of Lark Harbour.

Monday, September 11, 2006

DEATHS

GOOSNEY, Gerald George
Corner Brook, NL
April 19, 1931 - Sept. 9, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerald Goosney announces his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at the age of 75 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife: Shirley, son: Barry (Glenda), grandchildren: Adam and Heather. He was predeceased by his parents: Elizabeth and George; brothers: Ray Goosney and Ed Goosney; sisters: Rosella Noseworthy, Hilda Shears, Eva Dawe. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Monday September 11, 2006 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm and on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 from 10 am - 12 pm. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at 2 pm at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church with Reverend Michael Rice officiating with cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

NOEL, Norman
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Noel announces his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at the age of 90 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his sons: Jim (Marie), Baxter (Lorraine); grandchildren: Robert Noel (Mary-Louise), Nicolle Simms (Jamie), Shane Noel (Suzanne), all of Corner Brook and Cathy Williams (Dennis) of Portugal Cove, NL; great-grandchildren: Chelsea, Joshua, Ashley, Emily, Kyle and Megan. He was predeceased by his wife Catherine (1986), parents: James and Louise, and brothers: Hiram and James. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Monday September 11, 2006 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at 4:30 pm at All Saints Anglican Church with Reverend Derek Thomas 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

LEE, Elizabeth Helen
Minnie Lee
Betty Lee (Gardner)
Corner Brook, NL
December 27, 1944 - September 10, 2006
Passed away suddenly at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 10, 2006, Betty Lee at the age of 61 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her husband Leonard; son: David (Loretta); daughter: Brenda; beloved grandchildren: Christopher, Amy, Kayla, Krista; sisters: Irene (Stan) Beales, Doreen Gardner, Geraldine Stone and Tina (Paul) Cabral; brothers: Robert (Marie) and David (Gwen); her special sister-in-law and best friend Theresa Lee; the Lee family, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents: Orestes and Annie Gardner. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Monday September 11, 2006 from 7-9 pm and on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The service of Christian burial will take place on Wednesday, September 13, 2006 at 10:30 am at the Salvation Army Temple, O'Connell Drive with Major Wayne Pike officiating, cremation to follow. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Her smile will be remembered by all. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

HURLEY, Rachel Elizabeth
Corner Brook, NL
August 22, 1926 - September 8, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rachel Hurley announce her passing on Friday, September 8^th, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital at the age of 80 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: her husband of 62 years, Bramwell; daughters: Pearl Hancock, Roddickton, Ruby Fitzgerald (Clyde), Mississauga, ON, Judy Nash (Charles), Corner Brook, Eva Halsall (Larry), Canmore, AB, Violet Sheppard (Gary), Corner Brook, Doris Ploughman, Hamilton, ON, and Ellen Guy (Alan), Brampton, ON; sons: Willis (Marg), Burlington, ON, Martin, Corner Brook, Garland (Eileen), Massey Drive, Roy, Massey Drive, Larry (Brenda), Massey Drive, Raymond , Corner Brook and Roger (Mandy), Stewiacke, NS; 42 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; three brothers: Albert, Martin and Fred Ingram; as well as large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Albert and Charlotte Ingram and two sons-in-law. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, September 11^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist, Main Street. Rev. Michael Rice officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Western Regional Office, Suite 104, Millbrook Mall, 2 Herald Avenue. Corner Brook, NL. A2H 4B5. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

LAHEY, Gerald Vincent
Corner Brook, NL
January 31, 1944 - September 9, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gerald Lahey announce his sudden passing at his residence on Saturday, September 9^th, 2006 at the age of 62 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories; his wife of 35 years, Carol (nee Meade); son: Gerald (Sharon), Pasadena; daughter: Michelle O`Reilly (Bill), Little Rapids; one very precious granddaughter: Rachael O`Reilly (Poppy's girl); three sisters: Ann Marie Mechback (Rudy), Cambridge, ON, Joan Vibert (Roy), Gaspe, Quebec and Jeanette Skanes (Lou), Cambridge, ON; mother-in-law: Mrs. Elizabeth Meade, Corner Brook, brothers-in-law: Lloyd Meade (Lorraine), Corner Brook, Darrell Meade (Sylvia), Corner Brook; sisters-in-law: Donna Fitzgerald (Pat), St. John's, Elaine Meade, Corner Brook and Jocelyn Meade, Ottawa, ON; as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: John and Ann Lahey; brothers: Frank and Jack Lahey; father-in-law: Ken Meade. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 12^th at 2:00 p.m. from All Saints Church, Clarence Street. Rev. Derek Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador, or 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

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

DEATH

WHEELER, Rita
Ship Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rita Wheeler announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Saturday, September 9, 2006 at the age of 74 years. She will be sadly missed by one son, Gilbert (Gladys) of Clearland, Nova Scotia, two daughters: Molly (Leonard) of Ship Cove, Marguerite (Hugh) of Ottawa, four brothers: Medrick (Alvine) of Stephenville, Jerome of Ship Cove, Raymond of Ship Cove, Neil (Mona) of Kitchener, Ontario, three sisters: Bertha (Bernard) of Ship Cove, Theresa and Eva, both of New Brunswick, seven grandchildren: Pam, Lucille, Brent, Evan, Elliott, Eldon, Rodney; 5 great grandchildren: Cody, Sherif, Louis, Alaina, Rachel and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Louis Wheeler in 1984. Cremation has taken place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Friends may call at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Piccadilly on Tuesday (after 10:30 a.m.). Funeral service will take place on Wednesday, September 13^th at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Piccadilly with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Ship Cove. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Wednesday, September 13, 2006

DEATHS

DINGWELL, Joyce (nee Case)
Corner Brook, NL
June 10^th, 1928 - September 17^th, 2006
Passed away peacefully, lovingly surrounded by her husband, George; son, Tony and daughter, Carole in the early morning hours of September 12^th, on the Palliative Care Unit at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, at the age of 78 years. Predeceased by her brother Rev. Guy Case. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: her husband of 57 years, George; her children, Tony (Pauline), Massey Drive and Carole Felix (Ted), Kingston, ON; her precious grandson, Oliver, Massey Drive; her sister, Nellie Shears, Stephenville Crossing; sisters-in-law, Elsa Carpenter and Christina Sweetapple, both of Corner Brook; brothers-in-law, Neil (Lillian), St. John's and Leonard Holloway, Corner Brook, and many other family and friends. Joyce haled from Perry's Cove, Conception Bay. She attended Memorial University of Newfoundland. In 1947, she moved to Humbermouth to teach. It was here that she met and married her husband, George, in 1949. They moved to Port aux Basques in 1968, and returned to Corner Brook in 1980. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at First United Church on Park Street in Corner Brook, officiated by Rev. Clayton Parsons on Friday, September 15th, at 2:00 p.m. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 13^th, from 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday, September 14^th, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. As an expression of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or a donation can be made to a charity of one's choice.

SHORT, Vera Leona
Heatherton, NL
1947 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Vera Short announce her passing at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville, on Tuesday, September 11^th, 2006 at the age of 59 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories husband Clarence; sons: Jim (Corleen), Whitby, ON, Trevor, Fort MacMurray, AB; sisters: Valerie (Leslie) Hulan, Stephenville, Joyce (Churchill) Morris, Heatherton, Evelyn (Scott) Windsor, Triton and Margaret (Roy) Butt, Heatherton; brothers: Nelson (Muriel) Brown, Heatherton and Wade Brown, Fort MacMurray, AB; grandchildren: Courtney and Logan, along with a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by parents George and Martha Brown; brothers: Bernard, Kevin and Terry. Friends may visit The United Church in Heatherton on Wednesday 11 am - 9 pm and Thursday 10 am - 12 noon, from where the Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, September 14^th at 2:00 pm, Reverend Marilyn Avery officiating. Interment will follow at the United Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

MARKS, Joseph "Walter"
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Walter Marks announces his passing on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in the presence of his loving family. He leaves to mourn with loving memories, his wife of 51 years, Frances (nee Wiseman); his eight children: Patricia (Russell), Linda, Don (Rhonda), Larry (Kathy), Richard (Kim), Robert (Michelle), Margaret (Jeff) and Elizabeth; eight grandchildren: Kenneth & Jason Batstone, Alexandra Marks, Evan Marks, Chelsea & Scott Marks, Laura Marks and Jacob Buffett; sister, Caroline Whelan; brother, Don Marks of Halifax; sisters-in-law: Joan Marks, Alice Marks, Vera (Burt) Andrews and Margaret Sheppard; and a large circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Hedley & Mary Josephine Marks; brothers: Patrick, George, James, Jack and Gerald; and sisters: Anne Park and Julia Womack. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday, September 13, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. from the Cathedral of Most Holy Redeemer. As per his request, cremation and burial will follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation would be greatly appreciated. The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

HILLIER, Mary (Cornish)
Cormack
February 5^th, 1926 - September 11^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Hillier announce her passing on Monday, September 11^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in her 80^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Bert; six sons: Edwin (Melita) of Deer Lake, Freeman (Judy) of Ontario, Bert (Doris) of Cormack, Derek (Dawn), Tom (Sophia) both of Ontario and Aubrey of Fort McMurray; two daughters: Melvina (Gerard) Philpott of Cormack and Brenda (John) Hillier of Thompson, MB; 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren; one sister Harriet Follett of Grand Bank and her brother James (Donna) of Ontario; her brothers-in-law: Charles (Irene) and Thomas both of St. John's; also her special friend Marie Lowe; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Dinah Cornish; brothers: Melvin, Thomas, Alexander, Edwin; her mother and father-in-law Selina and Charles Hillier. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home today, Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. Then visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Cormack at 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Where also funeral service will take place on Friday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Woodman officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Thursday, September 14, 2006

DEATHS

NOFTALL, George Heber
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Noftall announces his passing at his residence on Tuesday, September 12, 2006 at the age of 74 years.  He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife of 52 years, Louise; daughter:  Barbara LeClair (Tom) of P.E.I.; sons:  Alan (Iris) of Grand Falls-Windsor and Gary of St. John's; grandchildren:  Alana and Andrea Noftall and Abigail LeClair; sisters:  Verna Morris of Grand Falls-Windsor, Barbara Hillier (Cyril) of Bishop's Falls, Janice Walsh of Grand Falls-Windsor and Judy Rowsell (Ron) of Norris Arm; brother, Clarence (Clar) and Mabel of Alberta; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by his parents, Heber and Eva Noftall.  The family will be receiving friends at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, September 14, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.  The funeral service will be held on Friday, September 15, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Church with Rev. Dr. Wayne Cole officiating.  Interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery.  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.country-haven.ca

BLANCHARD, Rod (Roderick)
Irishtown, NL
1952 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rod Blanchard announce his sudden passing, after a brain aneurism, at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, September 12^th, 2006 at the age of 54 years. He leaves to mourn his living companion Margaret Rabbits and son Andrew; mother Marjorie Blanchard (Art Parsons); sisters: Delia Janes (Dan), Mary Doucette (Danny), Anita Singleton (Gord), Joyce Nilsson (Ron) and Patricia Blanchard (Bob); brother Terry Blanchard; nieces and nephews: Kerry and Karen Janes, Tammy Nunez, Christina Hunt, Jamie Brake, Jodie Singleton, David and Denise Nilsson, Nicole and Chelsey Blanchard; aunt Jessie Barry, as well as many cousins and a large circle of friends. He was predeceased by father David Blanchard (1992) and grandmother May Alexander (2004). Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place from Sacred Heart RC Church in Curling on Friday, September 15^th at 10:30 a.m., Father Bernard Buckle officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation or to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

Friday, September 15, 2006

DEATHS

TARGETT, Robert
September 14, 1949 - August 26, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of Bob Targett announce his passing in Midland, Ontario on Saturday, August 26^th, 2006. Bob is survived by wife Margaret, four children, eight grandchildren, mother Jean Targett of Corner Brook, three brothers and five sisters. Funeral services have taken place in Midland, Ontario.

DAVIS, W. Elvis
Deer Lake, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Elvis Davis announce his sudden passing on Wednesday, September 13^th, 2006 at his family residence in Deer Lake at the age of 52 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving his wife of 33 years Donna (nee Hillier), 3 daughters: Carolyn (Martin) Leonard, Halifax; Heather (Darren) Tulk, Norris Point; Danielle (Tyler Abbott) Davis, Halifax. 2 precious granddaughter: Allison and Amber Leonard and 1 grandchild to arrive soon, father and mother Baxter and Maud Davis, Deer Lake; sister Gwen (Dave) Virt, Halifax; brothers: Lorne (Vi Cadman), Brampton, Ont.; Greg (Ilona), Waterloo, Ont.; mother-in-law Daisy Hillier, Deer Lake; sister-in-law Valerie (Robin) Spence, Deer Lake; nieces and nephews: Heather and Jonathan Virt, Elsa and Serena Davis, Stephen (Nadine), Matthew and Sarah Spence. As well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, other relatives and close friends. He was predeceased by his father-in-law Clarke Hillier. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Friday and Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 17^th at 2:30 PM from the Salvation Army Citadel with Captains Terry and Bonnie Hopkins officiating. Interment to follow at Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the David C. Ball Memorial Fund or to the Self Denial Missionary Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

O'QUINN, Michael Frederick
Stephenville
(Formerly of Codroy Valley)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael Frederick O'Quinn announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Thursday, September 14, 2006 at the age of 76 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Marjorie, one son, Michael (Kathy) of Appleton, one daughter, Mary (Tony) Kirkland of Torbay, ex-wife, Barbara, the mother of his children, step-children: Melida (Will) of Fort McMurray, Alberta, George (Eva) of Stephenville Crossing, Jerry (Karol) of British Columbia, Doug (Loretta) of Mount Pearl, two brothers: Steve (Marg) O'Quinn of Stephenville, Leo O'Quinn of Ottawa, three sisters: Marg Chaisson of Corner Brook, Aggie (Hubert) Walters of Codroy Valley, Mamie (Francis) Gale of Codroy Valley, two grandchildren: Tony and Ashley and a large circle of step grandchildren, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul Joseph and Mary O'Quinn and one sister, Ann Diamond, three brothers, Paul, Alex and Patrick 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, September 16th 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 graciously accepted or donations to the Children's Wish Foundation or to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

PORTER, Agnes Ann (nee Terry)
Irishtown, NL
October 7^th, 1945 - September 13^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Agnes Porter announce her passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Wednesday, September 13^th, 2006 at the age of 60 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories 3 daughters: Mary (Joshua Park), Cox's Cove, Dorothy (Verdon Crane), Gillams, Tracy (Howard Park Jr.), McIvers; 6 grandchildren: Jeffrey (Sabrina Allen), Kayla, Kimberly (Cary Curtis), Candice, Michael, Cody; 1 great-grandchild Joshua; her loving and devoted companion Andrew Gushue, and his children: Michael, Kevin, Joanne, Betty-lou, Glen, and their families; brothers: James Terry (Ida), Gerard Terry (Mae), Cyril Terry (Marilyn), all of Irishtown; sisters: Jane (Joseph Clark), Irishtown, Mame (The late Junior Hann), Summerside, Josephine (Frank Hunt), Irishtown; along with a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by husband Edgar Porter (Aug. 2, 1987), parents Hughie and Mary Terry; siblings: Michael and Mary Terry and parents-in-law Dorman and Frances Porter. Friends may visit St. Brendan's RC Church in Irishtown all day Friday. The Funeral Service will take place at All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Corner Brook, on Saturday, September 16^th, at 10:30 a.m., Father Ambrose Hynes officiating. Interment will follow at St. Paul's Anglican Cemetery in Summerside. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations are graciously accepted by the family. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, September 16, 2006

DEATHS

HYNES, Bernadette (Bernie) M.
Acadian Village
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bernadette (Bernie) M. Hynes announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville on Friday, September 15^th, 2006 at the age of 75 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, children: Sandra (Bruce) Moffatt of Edmonton, Alberta, Tony (Donna) Hynes of Stephenville, Mary (John) Pippy of St. John's, Paul (Sherry) Hynes of Corner Brook, Brenda (Anthony) Felix of Corner Brook, Barbara (Paul) Byrne of Stephenville, Patricia Hynes of Fort Ware, BC, Denise (Butch) Eddy of Stephenville and one brother, Thomas (Helen) Hull of Stephenville, 14 grandchildren: Christopher, Erin, Toni Lynn, Whitney, Katie, Ted, Matthew, MacKenzie, Michael, Andrew, Kevin, Ian, Jessica and Stacey. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Horatio Hynes, her parents, Mary and Alexander Hull, her sisters, Gertrude, Theresa, Martha and brothers, Gerald (Msgr. Hull) and John. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Saturday from 7-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Monday, September 18^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, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

BELLOWS, Mark Ryan
Corner Brook, NL
Passed away on Friday, September 15, 2006 at the Pediatric Ward, Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Mark Ryan Bellows, surrounded by his family after a courageous struggle with cancer at the age of 12 years. He leaves to mourn, his parents: Christine and Glen Bellows; sister: April Bellows; grandparents: Mary and Roy Huxter: stepbrother: Glen Park; stepsister: Glynis Park; and nephew: Thomas Park. He is predeceased by his grandparents: Annie and Wilfred Bellows; aunt: Marjorie Bellows; and uncle: Cecil O’Dell. Visitation will be held at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Saturday, September 16, 2006 from 7-9 pm and on Sunday, September 17, 2006 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Monday, September 18, 2006 at 2 pm from the First United Church, Park St. with Reverend Dr. Wayne Cole officiating. 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.country-haven.ca

DAVIS, W. Elvis
Deer Lake, NL
(CORRECTED obituary - the surname Virt has been changed to Birt)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Elvis Davis announce his sudden passing on Wednesday, September 13^th, 2006 at his family residence in Deer Lake at the age of 52 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving his wife of 33 years Donna (nee Hillier), 3 daughters: Carolyn (Martin) Leonard, Halifax; Heather (Darren) Tulk, Norris Point; Danielle (Tyler Abbott) Davis, Halifax. 2 precious granddaughter: Allison and Amber Leonard and 1 grandchild to arrive soon, father and mother Baxter and Maud Davis, Deer Lake; sister Gwen (Dave) Birt, Halifax; brothers: Lorne (Vi Cadman), Brampton, Ont.; Greg (Ilona), Waterloo, Ont.; mother-in-law Daisy Hillier, Deer Lake; sister-in-law Valerie (Robin) Spence, Deer Lake; nieces and nephews: Heather and Jonathan Birt, Elsa and Serena Davis, Stephen (Nadine), Matthew and Sarah Spence. As well as a large circle of aunts, uncles, other relatives and close friends. He was predeceased by his father-in-law Clarke Hillier. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Friday and Saturday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 17^th at 2:30 PM from the Salvation Army Citadel with Captains Terry and Bonnie Hopkins officiating. Interment to follow at Deer Lake Interdenominational Cemetery, Wight’s Road. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the David C. Ball Memorial Fund or to the Self Denial Missionary Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

ENGAGEMENT

PEDDLE / SCOTT
Jim and Joanne Peddle are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Catherine to Brian, son of Bill and Florence Scott. The engagement took place August 22, 2006. A Christmas wedding is planned.

Monday, September 18, 2006

DEATHS

GALLIOTT, Frances S.
1917 - 2006
Frances S. Galliott, of Royal Court, Riverview and formerly of Brookside Dr Moncton and of Corner Brook, Nfld; passed away at her residence in Riverview on Friday, September 15, 2006. Born March 5, 1917 in Bonne Bay Nfld; she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Charity (Smith) Goosney. Frances was a member of St. James Anglican Church in Moncton and a adherent of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church in Riverview. She was a former member of the ACW in Corner Brook, Nfld for over thirty years. A loving and caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend, she will be sadly missed by her daughter Marilyn Galliott (Robert Black) of Moncton; grandchildren Andrew Black and Ian Black; two sisters Mary Robinson (Melvin) of St. John's Nfld. and Madeleine Penny (Max) of Gander, Nfld. a nephew Keith; and three nieces Linda, Donna and Patsy. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband George Caleb Galliott in 1974, by a sister Catherine (Amy) and brothers Roland, Matthew and Gilbert. There is no visitation at the Funeral Home The Funeral Service will be held at St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Woolridge Dr. Riverview, NB on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at 1:30 pm with The Rev. Wendy Amos-Binks officiating. Interment will be in Alderwood Cemetery, Riverview. Donations in Frances memory made to Canadian Cancer Society or to the Friends of the Moncton Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by her family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Riverview Funeral Home, (506) 857-9544. www.tuttlefuneralhome.ca

BENOIT, Carol Lee
Ship Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Carol Lee Benoit announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Saturday, September 16, 2006 at the age of 43 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Brian and her father, Lloyd Eddy of Ontario, three brothers: Eric (Judy) Hoskins of London, Ontario, Kenneth (June) Hoskins of Alberta, Jerome (Katherine) Hoskins of Alberta, five sisters: Laura (Bill) Keough of Port au Port, Ivy (Michael) Verigan of Alberta, Patricia (Raymond) Abbott of Felix Cove, Karen (Howie) Howard of New Brunswick, Beverly Eddy of Corner Brook, mother-in-law, Ethel Benoit of Ship Cove and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her mother, Phoebe Eddy and sister, Marie Harvey and father-in-law, Ronald Benoit. Cremation has taken place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Friends may call at St. James Anglican Church in Port au Port East on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 19^th at 2:00 p.m. at St. James Anglican Church, Port au Port East with interment in the Anglican cemetery in Port au Port East. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations to The Kidney Foundation of Canada would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home and Crematorium, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Tuesday, September 19, 2006

DEATH

BENOIT, Della Mary
67 Colonial Avenue, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Della Mary Benoit announce her passing at her residence on Sunday, September 17, 2006 at the age of 51 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Gareth Hinks, one son, Justin Benoit (Bertha Young) of Piccadilly, her mother, Ethel Benoit of Ship Cove, five brothers: Austin Benoit of Kitchener, Ontario, John Benoit, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Nolan Benoit of Calgary, Alberta, Brian Benoit of Ship Cove, Glenn Benoit of Piccadilly, three sisters: Carmella Benoit of Windsor, Ontario, Sandra Benoit of Calgary, Alberta, Darla Ann Benoit of Ship Cove, one grandson, Justin Jr. Benoit and two special nieces: Alicea Benoit, Christina Benoit and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Ronald Benoit. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, September 21^st 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 greatly appreciated.

Wednesday, September 20, 2006

DEATH

HENRY, Marjorie Elizabeth (Betty Braye)
Passed peacefully away at the hospital in Marathon, Ontario on Sunday, September 17^th, 2006, Marjorie Elizabeth Henry (Betty Braye), after a short battle with cancer, age 72 years. Left to mourn are daughters: Glenda, Debbie, Carol, Tammy, Donna and son David; sisters: Phyllis, Jean and Lorraine; brothers: Jack, Reginald, Edward and Robert. She was predeceased by her husband Chuck, mother and father Bessie and Leander Braye, son Rickie and sister Barbara. Funeral Services will take place in Marathon, Ontario, Thursday, September 21^st, 2006.

Thursday, September 21, 2006

DEATHS

BURT, Susanna (nee Samson)
September 15, 2006
Passed peacefully away on Friday, September 15, 2006 at the Central Newfoundland Regional Health Care Center, Grand Falls-Windsor, Susanna Burt at the age of 86. Susanna was born on October 7, 1919 at Peter's Arm (Peterview) to Caleb and Emma Samson. On December 24, 1937 she married Sidney Burt and they raised ten children. She was predeceased by her husband Sidney; daughter Unice and daughter-in-law Linda. Left to mourn with fond and loving memories sons: Wallace (Mae), Winston (Beatrice), Graham, Junior (Betty); daughters: Breta (William) Saunders, Hilda (Austin) Taylor, Pansy (Andrew) Attwater, Gloria (Morgan) Burt and Daisy (Norm) Boone; son-in-law Robert Parsons; sisters: Gertie Patey and Rebecca Budgell; brother-in-law Eric (Minnie) Burt; sisters-in-law: Elsie (Carl) Buckley and Hettie Samson; 37 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 17 great great grandchildren; a special friend Stella Jerrett and also a large circle of other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from Botwood Funeral Home on Monday, September 18, 2006 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from The Salvation Army Citadel in Peterview with Captains Collin and Jackie Abbott officiating. Interment at The Salvation Army Cemetery Peterview. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Botwood Funeral Home. Pallbearers are: Wallace, Winston, Junior, Pansy, Gloria and Daisy.

BROCKWAY, Mary (Betty)
April 1, 1941 - August 17, 2006
The family of the late Mary (Betty) Brockway regretfully announce her passing in Yellowknife, NWT on Thursday, August 17^th, 2006. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are husband John (Jack) Brockway; children, grandchildren and great grandchildren: Felix (Anne) Brockway, John & Rachel, Bernadette (Doug) Epworth, Adam &  Steven, Gavin (Kim) Brockway, Caleb, Tyler & Teegan, Jeff (Brenda) Brockway, Quinten, Kristen & Farrah, Byron (Elaine) Brockway, Ashley (Garett), Ceaira, Charish, Lisa, Braden & Summer, Rachel (Kelvin) Yee, Colton & Lyndon; mother Alice (Jean) Payne; brothers and sisters: Grace, Patsy (Sandy), Rita (Gilbert), Linda (Harold), Frank (Doreen), Don (Maxine), Phoebe (Warren), John (Sharon), Marie (Alex), brother-in-law Austin; sister-in-law Veronica. Predeceased by father Augustus (Gus), brother and sisters: Ruby, Sheila, Gus, brothers-in-law: Gordon, Sandy and Eric. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at St. Nicholas Anglican Church in Cox's Cove on Saturday, September 23^rd, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.

HYNES,  Phyllis Mary
Corner Brook
(Formerly of Port au Port East)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Phyllis Mary Hynes announce her passing at the Health Science Centre, St. John's on Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at the age of 81 years. She will be sadly missed by her sister, Teresa (Peter) McCann of Steady Brook, brother, Fintan (Marg) Hynes of Port au Port East and a large circle of family and friends. She will also be missed by Father John Molloy of Corner Brook (Phyllis was his housekeeper for 33 years). She was predeceased by her brother, Gus (Mildred) Hynes and her parents, Hubert and Johannah Hynes. 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, September 23^rd at 10:00 a.m. at the Maria Regina Parish, Port au Port East with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port East. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Friday, September 22, 2006

DEATH

MCKAY, Hilda Isabella
Stephenville Crossing, NL
1932 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hilda McKay announce her peaceful passing after a long battle with cancer at her residence in Stephenville Crossing on Thursday, September 21^st, 2006 at the age of 74 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 55 years Clifford; sons: Derrik (Cathy), Stephenville, Randy (Carol Ann), Stephenville Crossing; daughter Daphne (Ross Radford), Gander; brother Roy Sellars (Louise), Lower Sackville, NS. She will be especially missed by her beloved grandchildren: Susan, Peter, Caroline, Daniel, Robert, Sandy, John, William and Allison. She also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, especially her dear friend Patricia Cribb, who attended to her daily to the end. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing on Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place from All Saints Anglican Church, Stephenville Crossing on Saturday, September 23^rd at 2:00 pm, Reverend Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow at the Anglican Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, at Hilda's request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the All Saints Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

Saturday, September 23, 2006

DEATHS

MCKAY, Hilda Isabella
Stephenville Crossing, NL
1932 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hilda McKay announce her peaceful passing after a long battle with cancer at her residence in Stephenville Crossing on Thursday, September 21^st, 2006 at the age of 74 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 55 years Clifford; sons: Derrik (Cathy), Stephenville, Randy (Carol Ann), Stephenville Crossing; daughter Daphne (Ross Radford), Gander; brother Roy Sellars (Louise), Lower Sackville, NS. She will be especially missed by her beloved grandchildren: Susan, Peter, Caroline, Daniel, Robert, Sandy, John, William and Allison. She also leaves to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, especially her dear friend Patricia Cribb, who attended to her daily to the end. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing on Friday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place from All Saints Anglican Church, Stephenville Crossing on Saturday, September 23^rd at 2:00 pm, Reverend Karen Laldin officiating. Interment will follow at the Anglican Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, at Hilda's request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the All Saints Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

HEARN, John Joseph "Jack"
Corner Brook, NL
1929 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jack Hearn announce his passing, with his family at his side, at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, September 21^st, 2006 at the age of 77 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Joan; sons: John (Janet), Gerard (Dawn), Robert (Diane), all of Corner Brook; daughters: Eileen (Tom) Moore, Michelle (Sean) Brake, Corner Brook, Margaret (Rick) French, Belleville, ON; brother Ron, Carbonear; step-brothers: Bobby (Martha), Billy (Betty), Gerry (Barb), Eddie Pumphrey; step-sisters: Alice (Brendan) Sullivan, Marg (Will) Butt, Mary (Harry) Sommers, Stella (Fred) Dakins; grandchildren: Joanne, Linda, Shawn, Christopher, Melissa, Hannah, Annette, Jason, Megan, Jamie; great-grandchildren: Adam, Kevin, Zachary, Jessica and Rebecca, and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by parents: Jack and Eileen; step-sister Anna; grand-parents: James & Ellen Hearn and Matthew & Ann George. At Jack's request, cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium, Pasadena. A Memorial Visitation will be held at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, on Sunday between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place from Sacred Heart RC Church, Curling on Monday, September 25^th at 10:30 a.m., Father Bernard Buckle officiating. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to Western Memorial Regional Hospital - Palliative Care Unit or to the charity of one's choice. To sign the family guest book or to make a memorial donation, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

CAUL, Pius Joseph
1 Bayview Street
Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Pius Joseph Caul announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Thursday, September 21, 2006 at the age of 83 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Nellie; two sons: Richard (Nelusha) Caul of Ottawa and Kenneth Caul of Stephenville; one daughter, Theresa Caul of Stephenville; one brother, Phillip (Rose) Caul of Halifax, Nova Scotia; one sister, Nellie (Harold) Sellingham of New York and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Richard and Anne Caul. 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, September 25, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville. Cremation will take place after the funeral service. Interment will take place on Tuesday, September 26^th at 11:00 a.m. at the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Bay St. George Association for Community Living, Stephenville, would be greatly appreciated.

KEATING, William Calvin (Bill)
It is with deep sadness that the family of Bill Keating of Ottawa, Ontario, announce his passing on September 16, 2006, at the age of 56. He leaves behind, with precious memories, his loving wife and caregiver for the past 14 months, Donna (Messervey), his daughter Trinda (Mark de Grandpre) and his son Bill Jr. (Jennifer Bond). He also leaves the light in his life for the past year, his precious granddaughter, Mya Grace de Grandpre. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Rita Keating of Stephenville, Newfoundland, his four brothers, Colin (Iona) and Rick of Edmonton, Alberta, Glen of Ottawa, Ontario, and Ken (Melinda Jesso) of Stephenville, his three sisters, Julia (Gordon Keating-Brown) of Ottawa, Ontario, Terri (Rosaire Côté) of Stephenville, and Glenda (Larry Hann) of St. John's, Newfoundland. He is fondly remembered by his two sisters-in-law Sandra (William) Caines of Toronto and Trinda Messervey of New Westminster, BC. He leaves behind uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends throughout Canada, the United States, and Saudi Arabia. He is especially remembered by his friends from "The Band" Sonny Wood, Wayne Russell, and Tom Doyle. In his 56 years, Bill did more than most of us dream of in a lifetime. His professional life in the telecommunications field took him from various parts of Newfoundland to Ottawa and on to Saudi Arabia. During his stay in Saudi Arabia he fulfilled a lifelong dream of becoming a master scuba diver and went on to become licensed as a Scuba Diver Instructor. This designation allowed him to train several groups of divers in the Middle East including United States Marines. This new skill was something Bill was extremely proud of and he had hoped to continue this type of work upon his retirement. Cremation in Ottawa, and a memorial service is planned for Bill in Stephenville, Newfoundland on September 30, 2006 at St. Stephen's Church at 11 a.m. The family will receive relatives and friends at Russell's Funeral Home, on Friday, September 29 from 5-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to The Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation, 142 Minnesota Drive, Stephenville NL A2N 2V6 would be greatly appreciated by the family. www.healthwest.nf.ca/partnersincare-foundations-strhf-about.htm

HALFYARD, Terry Samuel
Corner Brook, NL
1950 - 2006
With his family at his side who loved him very much, Terry Samuel Halfyard passed peacefully away on Friday, September 22^nd, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook, at the age of 56 years, after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife of 35 years, Jane (nee Hoyles); 2 children: Kimberly Halfyard (Jason Hynes), Benoit's Cove and John Halfyard (Denise Dobbin), Corner Brook; father John Halfyard, Corner Brook; grandmother Effie Simmonds, Deer Lake; 4 sisters: Joan Giles (John), Deer Lake, Joy Patey, Corner Brook, Joyce Curran (John), Corner Brook and Glenda Rodway (Bob), Corner Brook; 2 brothers: Heber Halfyard (Paula), St. John's, Shawn Halfyard, Corner Brook; 2 brothers-in-law: Don Hoyles (Joyce), Corner Brook and Garland Hoyles (Amy), Forresters Point; 2 precious “loves of his life”, his grand-daughters: Mandy Hynes and Olivia Halfyard; close friends: Roy & Donna Haynes, Corner Brook; special aunt and uncle: Muriel and Doug Halfyard, Glenburnie. He also leaves to mourn a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mother Rita Halfyard (1996). Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday and Sunday between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Service will take place from Humber United Church, Clarence Street on Monday, September 25^th at 2:00 p.m. Reverend Kathy Brett officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation made by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

BIRTH

TAYLOR
Connie & Steve Taylor are proud to announce the arrival of their second child, James William, on March 29, 2006 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, weighing 7 lb. 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Thelma & Howard Doman, Mona & the late James Taylor, great-grandmother Goldie Hewlin, all of Corner Brook.

GOODLAND
Lindsey Emma Goodland was born on July 6/06 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook. She weighed 7 lb. 6 oz. Proud parents are Sherry and John Goodland of Deer Lake. Thanks to Dr. Healey and nurses.

BESWORTH / BYRNE
Brian & Jeni are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Lola Tennesee, born July 24, 2006. Proud grandparents are Donna & Keith Byrne of Steady Brook, Gerda Besworth and the late Ed Besworth of Meaford, ON. Great-grandparents are Peggy and Gerald (Cobe) Colbourne of Steady Brook.

MATTHEWS
Robert and Mellanie Matthews are happy to announce the birth of their first child Robert Barry (R.B.) Matthews V on June 1^st, weighing 9 lb. 2 oz and 57 cm in length. Proud grandparents are Bonnie and Barry Simms of Corner Brook and Elaine and Bob Matthews of St. John's. The Matthews family would like to thank everyone who has been involved in the birth, baptism, and celebration of their new son, including godparents Jo-Ann Froud, Andrew Dominie and Steve Kenney.

WEDDING

SMITH & ZARATE
Wayne and Elsie Smith of Massey Drive, Corner Brook are pleased to announce the marriage of their son, Darrell to Claudia Zarate, daughter of Sonia and Rafael Zarate of Edmonton, Alberta. The ceremony took place on July 12, 2006 in Edmonton where they both reside. Love and best wishes from family and friends.

Monday, September 25, 2006

DEATHS

ROBERTS, Harold Robert
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harold Roberts announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, September 24^th, 2006 at the age of 80 years. In his early years, Harold worked for Atlantic Gypsum Plant, and later in Housekeeping at Western Memorial Regional Hospital for 30 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: sister: Effie (Henry) Smith, Yarmouth, NS; sister-in-law: Lillian Roberts, Huntington, Quebec; 29 nieces and nephews and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: Joseph and Priscilla Roberts; five brothers: John, Arthur, George, James and Gordon Roberts; two sisters: Beatrice Childs and Mary Anne Gilbert. Friends may visit St. James Anglican Church, Lark Harbour on Monday evening from 7-9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m., from where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 27^th at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Nellie Thomas officiating. Interment to follow at the Church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, The VON or the Newfoundland and Labrador Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website www.fillatre.ca

REID, Reginald Gordon
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Reginald Reid announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook on Friday, September 22^nd, 2006 at the age of 76 years. Reg was a Past Master and Master Elect of West Gate Lodge # 18, Past Grand High Priest of Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Newfoundland and Labrador, Reigning High Priest of Milley Chapter # 2, member of James Strong Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Springdale; member of Redeemer Conclave # 33, Red Cross of Constantine and Viking Preceptory # 82. He was a member of Mazol Temple of the Mystic Order of the Shrine A.A.O.N.M.S., Past President and Active Treasurer of Corner Brook Shrine Club, as well as member and treasurer of Masonic Hall Co. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Bessie; four children: Tim (Margaret) Shears, St. John's, John (Valerie Furge) Reid, New Brunswick, Joann (George) Meeks, British Columbia and Colleen (Nelson) Langdon, Corner Brook; three wonderful grandchildren: Eric, Caitlin and Devin; sister: Joyce (Ron) Gallant, Corner Brook; sister-in-law: Peggy Jacobs, Corner Brook and brother-in-law: Bob (Sadie) Shears, Port Aux Basques; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents: Willis and Alma Reid. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Saturday evening, 7-9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, September 25^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, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mazol Temple, Shriners' Transportation Fund. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation made by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

BALDWIN, Effie Mildred
Corner Brook, NL
1913 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Effie Baldwin announce her passing at the Interfaith Home, Corner Brook, on Sunday, September 24^th, 2006 at the age of 92 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her 13 children: Isabel (George) Buckle, Stella (Leo) Miner, Elizabeth (Raymond) Fortin, Edward (Terry) Baldwin, Evelyn Reader, Verna (Lee) Vautour, Doris (John) Dunne, Alice (Bob) Sansome, Brenda (Ron) Hallett, Ron Baldwin, Rosalind (Gus) Gallahue, Jean (Jim) Keen and JoAnn (Paul) Tulk; 55 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother Clyde (Joan) Hutchings; 2 sisters: Blanche Batson and Vera King; sister-in-law Nora Hutchings, along with a large circle of other relatives and many friends. She was predeceased by her husband Edward Baldwin (1988), parents Isabel and Alfred Hutchings; 2 sisters: Sarah Stickland and Frances Teller and her 3 brothers: Garfield, George and Lewis. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Monday 7-9 pm and Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 pm. The Funeral Service will take place from Humber United Church, Clarence Street, on Wednesday, September 27^th at 2:00 pm, Reverend Kathy Brett officiating. Interment will follow from Mt. Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed or a memorial donation made by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

Tuesday, September 26, 2006

DEATH

PITTMAN, Edmond Donald
February 24^th, 1937 - September 24^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edmond Donald Pittman announce his passing on Sunday in Sops Arm in his 69^th year. He will be sadly missed by his daughter Sybil (Baxter); son Eric; sister Annie Pollard; brothers: Andrew (Lucy), Norman (Myrtle), Ephriam (Joan); aunt Margaret Pittman; sister-in-law Beulah, Ontario; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Mary, his parents Charles and Tamar Pittman, and his brother Garland. Visitation will take place today, Tuesday and Wednesday from the Anglican Church in Sops Arm from where funeral services will take place on Thursday, September 28^th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Roberta Woodman officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery in Jacksons Arm. By request of the family, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Wednesday, September 27, 2006

DEATH

SPENCE, George
Deer Lake, NL
1924-2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Spence announce his passing on Monday, September 25^th, 2006 at his family residence in Deer Lake at the age of 82 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Robin (Valerie) Spence, Danny (Myra) Spence, Anne (Tom) Yetman and Molly Spence. Grandchildren: Stephen (Nadine), Matthew, Sarah, Danielle, Kenneth, Nicholas, Shane, Joshua, Jacob, Dustin and great grandson Zachary. Brothers-in-law: Scott (Daisy) Campbell, Roy (Mona) Campbell, Ken Campbell Jr. and John Shiner. Sisters-in-law: Hazel Manuel, Molly Nichols, Daisy “Lover” (Tom) Laramore, Renne (Harvey) Caines and Shirley (Eric) Luther. Nephews: Bill (Irene) Ball and Randy (Nora) Ball, cousin Calvin Wheeler (Joy). As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Betty Spence, children Catherine and Kenneth Spence, parents Wilfred (Bill) and Dora Spence, sister Annie Ball and brother-in-law Otto Ball, father and mother-in-law Kenneth and Ada Campbell. Special thanks to George's exceptional care givers in his time of illness. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake on Wednesday from the hours of 7-9 PM and on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, September 29^th at 2:00 PM from the Salvation Army Citadel with Captains Terry & Bonnie Hopkins officiating. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army Cemetery, High Street. 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

Thursday, September 28, 2006

DEATHS

PARSONS, Richard (Dick)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Richard Parsons announces his passing at the O'Connell Centre on Tuesday, September 26, 2006 at the age of 88 years.  He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his wife of 60 years, Gwendolyn; son:  Calvin (Wanda); grandchildren:  Penny Wells (Michael) and Peter Parsons (Cheryl); great grandchild:  Melanie Wells; sisters:  Verdie Harris, Ettie Stratton (Gerald), Doreen Anderson, Mona Piercey, Dorothy (Dot) Christopher; sister-in-law:  Doris Parsons; brothers-in-law:  Roland Brake (Molly), Raymond Brake (Mercedes), and George Brake (Averil); sisters-in-law:  Maxine House, Mona Davis (Owen) and Frances Hann (Bertram Jr.); the mother of his grandchildren, Lydia O'Quinn (Larry) and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  He was predeceased by his infant son, Eric (1949); father and mother, Samuel and Julia Parsons; brother, Gilbert; adopted brother, Cyril Parsons; sister, Mary Jane; and brothers-in-law:  Gordon Piercey, Reg Anderson, Raymond Christopher and Chesley Harris.  Visitation will take place at the Anglican Church, Summerside on Thursday, September 28, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Clayton Parsons officiating.  Interment at the United Church Cemetery, Summerside.  Flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Bethany United Church, Summerside.  The family guestbook can be signed or donations made by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca

DECKER, Lionel Wallace
June 28^th, 1930 - September 26^th, 2006
Rocky Harbour, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lionel Wallace Decker announce his sudden passing at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point, on Tuesday, September 26^th 2006 in his 76^th year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Jane, his 3 children, his 6 step children, 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Lionel was predeceased by his 2 grandchildren. The family will be receiving family and friends at St. Matthews Anglican Church in Rocky Hr., from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday, September 28^th, 2006, at 2 p.m. with Rev. John Ollson officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery in Rocky Hr. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main St., Deer Lake, NL.

Friday, September 29, 2006

DEATH

RANDELL, Ephraim S.
Hampden
November 14^th, 1929 - September 28^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ephraim Randell announce his passing on Thursday, September 28^th, 2006 at his family residence in his 76^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Sophia (nee Jacobs); his children: Juanita (Allan), Guy (Jeanette), Kevin (Bonnie), Minnie (Brian), Perry (Jeanette), Donna (Dan), Curtis (Natalie), Brent (Chantel) and Jason (Liliane); fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; two sisters: Gladys and Maude (Prescott); four brothers: Kenneth (Elsie), Arthur (Cora), Joe (Ruby) and Darius (Ina). Also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his sons: Roland, Ephraim, Roger, parents Harry and Minnie and sister Emily. Visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Hampden today, Friday and Saturday where also funeral service will take place on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. with interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Saturday, September 30, 2006

DEATHS

GILLEY, Gordon
Norris Point
formerly of Sally's Cove
March 27^th, 1918 - September 26^th, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Gilley announce his passing at the Bonne Bay Health Center on Tuesday at the age of 88 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Freda of 62 years and by his 16 children: Seymour (Iris), Irene (Clarence Shears), Lizzie Reid (Tom Payne), Gerald (Rowena), Morris (Angela), Joyce (Gerald Hancock), Iris (Eric Layden), Ben (Bev), Nancy Reid (Howard Neil), Joan (Albert Marshall), David (Susan Reid), Leona (Monty Reid), Daniel (Leah Bennett), Neila (Forward Bennett), Dempcy (Wendy Young), Julia (Craig Major); 54 grandchildren; 60 great-grandchildren. Also leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: his sisters-in-law Liz Hutchings (Bert Gilley), Winnie Hutchings; brothers-in-law Fred (Rachel) Hutchings and Gordon (Daphene) Hutchings, also with a large circle of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his 3 children Thomas, Gerald, and Luella; parents Thomas & Elizabeth Gilley; mother and father-in-law Seymour and Miriah Hutchings; brother-in-law Frailen Hutchings, sons-in-law Ernest and Alex Reid; six brothers and four sisters. He will be laid to rest at the Church of the Good Shepherd where visitation took place Thursday and Friday and the funeral service will take place today, Saturday, September 30^th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Olsson officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery in Sally's Cove. By request of the family flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

WISEMAN, Eugene (Gene)
A resident of Chatham, Eugene (Gene) Wiseman passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham on Thursday, September 28, 2006 at the age of 67. Born in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, son of the late John W. and Emma (Darrigan) Wiseman. Beloved husband of Marie (Pilgrim) Wiseman for 38 years. Loving father of Perry and Rochelle Wiseman of Chatham, Susan Steel of Chatham, and Jeremy and Shannon Wiseman of Sarnia. Grand-dad of Noah, Emma, and Lucas Wiseman, Alexander Steel, and Ava Wiseman. Brother of Gerald and Dennie Wiseman of Alberta, Frances and Bill Prowse of Newfoundland, Anne Birmingham of Newfoundland, Marie and Tom Collier of Newfoundland, Carmel Cowan of Nova Scotia, Joe and Olga Wiseman of Newfoundland, John and Judy Wiseman of Chatham, Madonna and Ken King of Newfoundland, Louise and Ron Birmingham of Newfoundland, Michael Wiseman of Wawa, Gerard and Kathy Wiseman of Chatham, and the late Samuel Wiseman. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Gene will also be fondly missed by his numerous friends and extended family. He will always be remembered as a devoted husband loving father and grand-dad, and he touched the hearts of many people throughout his life. Family will receive friends at the McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair St., Chatham, Ontario on Sunday from 2:00-4:30 p.m. & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Parish Prayers at the Funeral Home at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Ursula's Catholic Church, 205 Tweedsmuir Ave. W., Chatham on Monday, October 2, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment in St. Anthony Cemetery, Chatham. Donations by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com   McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, Ontario (519)351-2040.

BUTT, William Doug
Corner Brook, NL
1919 - 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William Doug Butt announce his passing on Thursday, September 28^th, 2006 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 86 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Walter, Clayton (Gail), Elmo (Gaye), Marie, Wilfred, Kevin (Charlene) and Eric. Grandchildren: Ken, Michael, Cecile, Kelly, Samantha, Lindsey and Daniel. Great-grandchildren: Emily, Joshua and Evan all of Ontario. Brothers: Gideon, Scotland and Baron (Josephine), Corner Brook. Sisters Nellie Pike, Corner Brook, Hilda Hewlett, Deer Lake and Rowena (Allan) Benson, Grand Falls-Windsor. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Lillian (nee George), parents William and Adelia (nee Gillam), brothers Clarence, Hayward and Augustus, sisters Bonnie and Alice. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook on Saturday from the hours of 7-9 PM and on Sunday 2-4 & 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held on Monday, October 2^nd at 2:00 PM from Humber United Church, Clarence Street with Rev. Kathy Brett officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke 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

LEDET, Brenda Kaye (BJ)
Pineville, Louisiana
June 11, 1959 - Sept. 27, 2006
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Brenda Kaye LeDet (BJ) announce her passing on Wednesday, September 27^th, 2006. Sadly missed by her mother Mary Anderson and her special friend Dorothy Chenenery. Three sisters Colleen (Dave) Suley, Delores (Ray) Pitcher, Lori (Albert) Brake, one brother Terry Anderson, aunt Vera and uncle Mike Creber, Brenda's family in Louisiana, the Chenenery family and Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Chenevert, Ina (Nelson) LaBorde. Brenda was predeceased by her father John Anderson and her grandparents John and Blanche Meade, her aunts Rita Porter, Violet Baldwin, Jack Meade, and Meschack Meade. Also a large circle of relatives, cousins, nieces and nephews. She will be laid to rest in Pineville, Louisiana.

ENGAGEMENT

ANDERSON / SHAVER
Loretta and Edward Anderson are happy to announce the engagement of their youngest daughter Charlotte to Ryan, son of Connie and Ross Shaver, Port Stanley, ON, on August 20, 2006. Congratulations from both families. Wedding planned for July 2007.

BIRTH

JONES
Krista-Leigh & Michael Jones are happy to announce the arrival of their first child, Nathan Alexander, on September 5, 2006, weighing 5 lb. 8 oz. 18 inches long. Proud first-time grandparents are Paula & Sterling Hynes, Norris Arm; Bessie & Frank Jones, Lewisporte; and Auntie Sue & Uncle Willie, Uncle Jon & Aunt Rachelle, and Uncle Stephen & Aunt Kelli are ecstatic too!

NOEL
Krista Noel and Leonard Walsh are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their first child Emma Ashley Noel, born on June 29, 2006, weighing 8 lb. 7.5 oz. in Corner Brook. Proud first-time grandparents Keith & Brenda Noel and Joe & Greta Walsh; great-grandparents Howard & Shirley Noel. Best wishes also from Aunt Leeann and Godparents Aunt Ashley Noel & Rodger Gilley. We love You.

SHEPPARD
It is with great joy that Victor and Peggy Sheppard announce the arrival of their precious daughter Victoria Susanna, born July 17, 2006, weighing 8 lb. 9.5 oz. Proud grandparents are Rex & Claudine Hann of Burgeo, Lee & Janice Sheppard of Lark Harbour. Great-grandparents are Susie Billard of Burgeo, Roland Sheppard of Lark Harbour. The Sheppard family would like to thank all those involved in the birth, baptism and celebration of their new daughter including Godparents Kristy Sheppard, Margo Hann and Anthony Hann.