Saturday, December 1, 2001

DEATHS

COLEMAN, Sarah Jane Irene
At the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Thursday, November 29, 2001, of Sarah Jane Irene Coleman, stillborn infant of Stephen and Sheila Coleman. Sister of Jennifer and Matthew. Granddaughter of Judy and Gordon Cotton of Alberton and Joseph and the late Irene Coleman of Corner Brook, Newfoundland. Private family service will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Belvedere Funeral Home. www.belvederefh.com

KELLY, David Joseph Patrick
Scarborough, ON
(Formerly of Corner Brook)
Passed away suddenly November 28^th, 2001 in Scarborough, Ontario, David Kelly, at the age of 38. He leaves to mourn his mother Hazel, brothers and sisters: Elizabeth MacLaren, Regina Kelly (Chuck DeChamp), Ed Kelly (Helen); Sheila Kelly, Cyril Kelly (Nina), Tom Kelly (Linda), Bev White (Jamie), Mary Chaytor (Monty), Gerald (Tina), Dale (Jeanette), Kim Kelly (Debby Power), Penny Kelly (Tony Bliznakov); wife Dawn, daughter Jesse, nieces and nephews: Gina (Dave), William, Ashley, Kylie, Dawn (Duncan), Makayla, Ashlyn, Tonya, Holly (Callista) Sherry Lynn, Gregory, Kayla, Angela, Scott, Lisa, and numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Thomas Kelly and brothers John and George. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 4^th at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, Monsignor William Boone officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Sunday from 7-9, Monday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

BIRTHS

PERRETT
Bill and Nadine Perrett of Mt. Moriah are excited to announce the birth of their son William John on August 28, 2001 weighing 10 lb. 1/2 oz. Proud grandparents are Gerald and Lorraine Power of Benoit's Cove and Bill and Mary-Jo Perrett of Mt. Moriah.

STAFFORD - CORMIER
IT'S A BOY
June and Walter are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their son Riley Charles on June 24^th, at 6:01 a.m. A grandson for Yvette Stafford-Bennett, and the late Charles Stafford, and for Jean Cormier, Stephenville and Poppy Bennett. Special thanks to Dr. Hillyer and the staff at the Statford General Hospital.

ENGAGEMENT

RUMBOLT & PORTER
Bernard and Sherry Rumbolt of Stephenville are pleased to announce the engagement of their only son Mitchell to Deanne, only daughter of Fred and Elaine Porter of Long Pond, Manuels. Wedding plans for August 2002. Congratulations from family and friends.

WEDDING

CASHIN / KENNEDY
Dr. Paula Cashin and Dr. Carl Kennedy are pleased to announce their marriage which took place on September 28, 2001 in St. John's, NF. Paula is the daughter of Richard and Valda Cashin of Corner Brook and Carl is the son of Leo and Christine Kennedy of Brigus. Special thanks to family and friends who helped make their wedding day so beautiful.

REID & MATTHEWS
Clifford and Irene Reid are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Tina Irene to Roger Matthews, son of Walter and Effie Matthews. The wedding took place on October 27^th at the Humber Valley United Church in Pasadena. Congratulations and best wishes from family and friends.

HAYES & FOWLER
Christa, daughter of Christopher and Pauline Hayes of Corner Brook and Mario, son of Kenneth and Elizabeth Fowler of L'anse au Loup, Labrador were wed October 6, 2001. The reception took place at Strawberry Hill Resort. The couple honeymooned in Cancun, Mexico. Best wishes from family and friends.

Monday, December 3, 2001

DEATHS

YOUNG, Remi Joseph
Stephenville (Formerly of Port au Port West)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Remi Joseph Young announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook on Sunday, December 2, 2001 at the age of 90 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Essie; two sons: Eric of Toronto and Randy (Carmie) of Stephenville; four daughters: Jeannie of Toronto, Lottie (Joe) of Port au Port East, Leverne (Benny) of Port au Port West, Irma (Sean) of Guelph, Ontario; sixteen grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville today and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Wednesday, December 5th at 10:00 a.m. from the Maria Regina Parish in 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.

BELBIN, Lillian Pearl (nee Temple)
Corner Brook, NF
Lillian Pearl (Temple) Belbin, age 80, wife of William Belbin passed away on November 30, 20001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. She is survived by her husband William, daughter Gloria (James) Angus, of Carlisle, Ontario; sons: Vance (Glenda) Belbin, of Corner Brook, Brad (Marie) Belbin of Winnipeg, Man., 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sister Fran Radcliffe of Toronto, Ontario; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents William and Elizabeth Temple; brothers: Roland Temple, Jordan Temple, Clifford Temple and sisters Julia Deland and Gertrude Eddy. The funeral service will be held today, Monday, December 3^rd at 2:00 p.m. from The Salvation Army Temple, O'Connell Drive, Major Martin officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 3 St. Mark's Avenue, today from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

FELIX, Hilda
Cape St. George
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Hilda Felix announce her passing at her residence on Saturday, December 1, 2001 at the age of 76 years. She will be sadly missed by her son, Joseph of Nova Scotia; one daughter, Bernadette of Vancouver, British Columbia; three brothers: Columbus Benoit, Alphonsus Benoit, Terrence Benoit all of Marches Point; three sisters: Madonna Simon of Cape St. George, Alma Jesso of Port au Port, Evelyn Smothers of California, USA; two grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Our Lady of the Cape Parish in Cape St. George on Monday. Funeral Services will take place on Tuesday, December 4^th at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

HYNES, Clyde C.
Loch Leven
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Clyde C. Hynes announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Sunday, December 2, 2001 at the age of 82 years. He was a veteran of the World War II (166^th Regiment). He will be sadly missed by six sons: Carl (Shirley) Hynes of St. John's, Terry (Barb) Hynes of McKay's, Donny Hynes of Toronto, Michael (Sandra) Hynes of Brighton, Ontario, Charlie (Margie) Hynes of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Raymond (Rhonda) Hynes of Edmonton; three daughters: Joan (Ron) McInnis of Loch Leven, Barbara (Bob) Pike of Avondale, Rosemary (Gordon) Hulan of McKay's; two sisters: Gladys MacDonald of Heatherton, Mildred (Arthur) Dalrymple of Truro, Nova Scotia and nineteen grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Isabel Hynes in 1996 and his grandson, Jason McInnis. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Tuesday, December 4^th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Cremation Service will take place on Wednesday, December 5^th at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 6^th at 11:00 a.m. from St. Columcille's Parish in St. Fintan's with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Highlands.

Tuesday, December 4, 2001

DEATHS

BENNETT-YOUNG, Mary Clementine (Collier)
Kippens
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Clementine (Collier) Bennett-Young announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Sunday, December 2, 2001 at the age of 78 years. She will be sadly missed by her common-law husband, Bill Mootrey; four sons: John (Kim) Bennett of Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia, Chris (Eleanor) Bennett of London, Ontario, Edgar (Diana) Bennett of Stephenville, George Young of Toronto, Ontario; four daughters: Candy Cornell of London, Ontario, Hazel Overholt (William Pinokas) of St. Thomas, Ontario, Irene (Richard) Gauthier of Keswick, Ontario, Audrey (Jerry) Hann of Stephenville; three brothers: John Collier of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Ignatius (Martha) Collier of Port au Port, Jermain (Linda) Collier of Nova Scotia; five sisters: Sylvia (Robert) Stevenson of Stephenville, Anita Hynes of Stephenville, Rita (Hubert) Hynes of West Bay, Cecilia (Henry) Young of St. George's, Monica Stacey of Toronto, Ontario; eighteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard (Sikie) Bennett; sons: Robert and Melrose and daughter, Patricia. 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 services will take place on Thursday, December 6^th at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

Wednesday, December 5, 2001

BENNETT, Annie A.
Stephenville Crossing, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Annie Bennett announce her passing at the Trillium Hospital Mississauga Site, Toronto, Ontario, on Sunday, December 2, 2001 in her 56^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her common-law husband Claude McFatridge; two sons: Joseph Bennett (John Romansky), Stanley (Tavis) Bennett; three daughters: Susie (James) Duval, Sylvia Bennett (Wayne King), Theresa (Ron) Durnford; four grandchildren: Kerry, Garrett, Michael, Tracey; brother David Blanchard (Mary Young); six sisters: Monica (Edward) Sheppard, Ruby (Gerald) Young, Leona (Doug) St. Clair, Shirley (Cyril) Long, Barbara (Paul) Burton, Sharon Blanchard; special friends: Johnny (Trisha) McFatridge, Pauline McFatridge (Franklin) and a large circle of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Gilbert Bennett, parents Theresa and Mack Blanchard, grandparents Edward and Viola King and her sister Margaret (Bobbie) Blanchard. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 6^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Assumption Parish Church, Hospital Road, Father Aidan Devine officiating, followed by interment at the church cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, West Street, Stephenville Crossing on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Wake service at 8:00 p.m.

BALL, Lawrence Joseph
Deer Lake, NF
Passed peacefully away at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, December 3^rd, 2001 in the presence of his family, Lawrence Joseph Ball in his 86^th year. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Mary (nee Curlew); daughter Clarice (Reuben) Critch, Deer Lake. 12 grandchildren & 22 great-grandchildren whom he dearly loved. Daughter-in-law Delphine Ball, son-in-law Sydney Sparkes both from Deer Lake. Sisters: Beryl Earle, Stephenville, Ruby Anderson, Phyllis (Harry) Seaward and Evelyn (Stephen) Gilley all of Deer Lake, Edna Manuel and Enid (Roy) Burridge of Labrador City. Brothers: Raymond, Otto, Lewis (Margie), Deer Lake and Clarence of Botwood. Sister-in-law Ruth Ball, Deer Lake. As well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Calvin, daughter Doris, brother Hedley and parents Steward and Mary. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 7^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel, Deer Lake with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery, High Street. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake today from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. and on Thursday from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers gratefully accepted or donations may be made to the Salvation Army Building Fund.

TULK, Robert Raymond
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Robert Tulk announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, December 3^rd, 2001 at the age of 63 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his children: Rudy Tulk (Doug Bath), Montreal, Robert (Rachel), Corner Brook, Susan Reid (Don), Port au Port East, David (Chasity) and Dale, Corner Brook; 10 grandchildren: Samantha, Daniel, Kiesha, Sarah, Jacinta, Madison, Jordan, Scott, Ashley and Emily; his mother Mrs. Mae Tulk, Deer Lake; brothers: Kevin, Tom, Ward, Junior, Clifford and Pat Jones, Doug and George Tulk; sisters: Genevieve Perrier, Madeline Peddle, Olive Oldford, Beatrice Lake, Ann White and Rita Hatcher; mother and grandmother of this children: Catherine Tulk and Marie Webber, as well as all his family and friends from Corner Brook, Pasadena, Deer Lake and surrounding area. He is predeceased by his father Em Jones and step-father Stan Tulk. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 6^th, at 10:30 a.m. from All Hallows Roman Catholic Church, Humber Road, officiated by Monsignor William Boone and assisted by Monsignor Michael Murphy. The interment will follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Cancer Society, Western Region.

Thursday, December 6, 2001

DEATHS

BENNETT, Annie A.
Stephenville Crossing, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Annie Bennett announce her passing at the Trillium Hospital Mississauga Site, Toronto, Ontario, on Sunday, December 2, 2001 in her 56^th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her common-law husband Claude McFatridge; two sons: Joseph Bennett (John Romansky), Stanley (Tavis) Bennett; three daughters: Susie (James) Duval, Sylvia Bennett (Wayne King), Theresa (Ron) Durnford; four grandchildren: Kerry, Garrett, Michael, Tracey; brother David Blanchard (Mary Young); six sisters: Monica (Edward) Sheppard, Ruby (Gerald) Young, Leona (Doug) St. Clair, Shirley (Cyril) Long, Barbara (Paul) Burton, Sharon Blanchard; special friends: Johnny (Trisha) McFatridge, Pauline McFatridge (Franklin) and a large circle of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Gilbert Bennett, parents Theresa and Mack Blanchard, grandparents Edward and Viola King and her sister Margaret (Bobbie) Blanchard. The funeral service will take place today, Thursday, December 6^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Assumption Parish Church, Hospital Road, Father Aidan Devine officiating, followed by interment at the church cemetery. Visitation took place at Fillatre's Funeral Home, West Street, Stephenville Crossing on Wednesday, from 7-9 p.m.

Friday, December 7, 2001

DEATHS

RUSSELL, Gertrude
29 Gillis Drive, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gertrude Russell announce her passing at her residence on Thursday, December 6, 2001 at the age of 90 years. She will be sadly missed by two sons: Sharron Russell and Ernie Russell, both of Stephenville; six daughters: Yvonne (Gordon) Grindley of California, USA, Alfreda DeLuca of Arizona, USA, Diana Miller of Arizona, USA, Shannon Sayre of California, USA, Jean Smith of Arizona, USA, Jenny Russell of Stephenville; three brothers: Vincent (Cecilia) Gaudon of Ontario, Omar (Rita) Gaudon of Stephenville, Cosie (Jeanette) Gaudon of Stephenville; twenty grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, William A. Russell in 1965 and her daughter, Phyllis MacPherson in 1999. Cremation service took place at Russell's Crematorium on Thursday, December 6^th. The family will be receiving friends at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Friday, December 7^th from 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, December 8^th at 9:30 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated.

WHITE, Joseph W.
Benoit's Cove, NF
Passed away Wednesday, December 5^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Joseph W. White, at the age of 70. Left to mourn are his two sisters: Maggie Cull (Reg) of Fogo Island, Mary Janes of Benoit's Cove; three brothers: Pius White, Angus White (Theresa), Howard White (Bride) all of Benoit's Cove; special nephew Brian White (Diane) and niece Joy Hutchings (Neil) and numerous other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Anita in 1999; parents John and Elizabeth White. The funeral service will be held Saturday, December 8^th at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, Benoit's Cove, Father Bernard Buckle officiating. The interment will follow at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street Friday from 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Western Memorial Regional Hospital Foundation (CT Scanner).

SHEPPARD, William Charles
Deer Lake
October 12^th, 1913 - December 5^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late William Charles Sheppard announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in his 89^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Mabel (nee Nichols); his sons: Warren (Janet), John (Pam), Keith (Patsy) and Tony (Sandra) all of Deer Lake, Bert of Prince Rupert, BC; one daughter, Carol (Glynn) Porter of Coral Hr., Nunvit; two daughters-in-law: Marilyn Sheppard of Springhill, Nova Scotia and Julie Crane of Deer Lake; four brothers: Frank (Margaret) of Deer Lake, Cyril (Millicent) of Corner Brook, Douglas (Rose) of Gander, Sherman Hoddinott (Blanche) of Sackville, NS; two sisters: Eva Sheppard and Jessie Vincent both of Glenwood. Also a large circle of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law Dorothy (Gerald) Kennedy of Deer Lake; one brother-in-law John Nichols of Corner Brook. He was predeceased by his parents Pearce and Eliza Sheppard, sons: Duncan and Kenneth, daughter Catherine and granddaughter Lana. Visitation took place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain St., Deer Lake, Thursday Dec. 6^th, from 2-4 and 7-9. Funeral service will take place today, Friday Dec. 7^th, at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael and All Angles Church, Deer Lake with Rev. Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot in Nicholsville cemetery. By request of the family, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Nicholsville cemetery Fund. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts" ;

Saturday, December 8, 2001

No death announcements in today's newspaper.

BIRTHS

HEWLIN
Daine and Dolly announce the birth of their baby boy, Ethyn Jack Craig Hewlin, on August 22, 2001, 9 lb. 6 oz. Proud grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Jack Joyce of Corner Brook, and Mr. and Mrs. Rex Hewlin of Sally's Cove.

BILLARD
David Harvey Billard, born October 19, 2001 to proud parents Amy and Rodney, weighing 8 lb. 1 oz. Grandparents Mary and Sydney Billard and Marion Wimbleton and Ken Gould.

WEDDING

O'NEILL & HEARN
Tom and Loretta O'Neill are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Tanya, to Jamie, son of Bob Hearn and Lorna Wight. The ceremony took place in Corner Brook on April 14, 2001 officiated by Fr. Edwin Gale. The couple thanked everyone for sharing their special day. They reside in Modesto, California. Congratulations from family and friends.

KENDALL & GILBERT
Ken and Marjorie Kendall of Corner Brook are very pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Stephanie to Gary Gilbert son of John Gilbert of Corner Brook and Judy Dumphy of Sioux Lookout, Ontario. The beautiful ceremony took place at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist on July 14, 2001 with the Very Reverend A. W. Churchill officiating. Janice Hiscock, sister of the bride, was Maid of Honor and Terry Gilbert, brother of the groom, was Best Man. Stephanie and Gary are currently residing in Gander.

YOUNG & CHAULK
On Saturday, August 25, 2001 Jennel Young, daughter of Charlotte and William Michael Roche of Corner Brook, was married to Dr. David Chaulk, son of Dereck and Doreen Chaulk of Deer Lake. The couple were united in marriage by Pastor Calvin T. Andrews at the Pentecostal Tabernacle in Corner Brook. A beautiful reception was held at the Deer Lake Motel. The couple now resides in Ottawa where Jennel is continuing her degree in Social Work, and David is a second year resident in Pediatric Medicine. The couple would like to take this opportunity to thank those who helped celebrate their new life together.

Monday, December 10, 2001

No announcements in today's edition of the newspaper.

Tuesday, December 11, 2001

DEATHS

PEARCE, Bernard
Summerside
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mr. Bernard Pearce announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Sunday, December 9^th, 2001 at the age of 57 years. He was predeceased by his parents Annie (1964) and William (1980), his brothers, Patrick, Gerald, and Leonard. He will be sadly missed by his wife Trudy, son Darrell and grandchildren: Kyle, Meghan, Harley, Chelsea and Nicki; his sisters: Rosemary Coady of Corner Brook, Frances Elson (Alan) of Ontario, Catherine Tucker (Simon) of Meadows, Anne Hollahan (Kevin), Bridget Small (Kenneth) of Summerside with whom he resided. He will be also missed by a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Monday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral mass will take place on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church on Mt. Bernard Ave., with interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Tributes may be made by making donations to the Canadian Cancer Society. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

FRY, Blossom Mina (nee Rowe)
Deer Lake
June 2^nd, 1954 - December 9^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Blossom Fry announce her passing on Sunday, December 9^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 47^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Wilfred; three daughters: Jackie (Spencer) Lush of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Angie and fiancé Stephen Rowsell and Vanessa, both of Deer Lake; one granddaughter Emma-Lee Lush; three brothers: Garnet (Mary) of Nova Scotia, Jack (Judy) of St. Anthony and Wycliffe of Brampton, Ontario; five sisters: Letha (Fred) of Britannia, Tryphena (Bill) of Little Bay, Linda (Jim) of Burin Bay, Belle (Raymond) of Frenchman's Cove and Gouldie (Junior) of Digby, Nova Scotia; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Jack and Alice Rowe. Visitation will take place today, Tuesday from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Church with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. By request of the family, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Young People's Corps. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BENNETT, Viola
St. Paul's
October 1^st, 1924 - December 10^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Viola Bennett announce her passing on Monday, December 10^th, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in her 77^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Con; her sons: Sterling (Shirley) of Rocky Harbour, Bob (Sadie) of St. Paul's, Milton (Iris) of Norris Point, Derrick (Carol-Ann) of Cow Head, Carson (Verna) of St. Paul's and Brent (Josephine) of Fort McMurray; her daughters: Alva (Malcolm) of Cow Head, Mary (Eugene) of Rocky Harbour, Doreen (Peter) of Pasadena, Rhoda (Vince) of Daniel's Harbour and Faye of St. John's; 31 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Rendell and Clifford Pittman and two sisters: Olive Bennett and Evelyn Hutchings; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents: Mary and George Payne, her step-parents Norman and Mary Brake, two brothers: Henry and Percy Payne and one sister Emmaline Pittman, her baby son and granddaughter Dana. Visitation will take place today, Tuesday and Wednesday from the Anglican Church in St. Paul's where funeral service will take place on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Olson officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BLAIS, Rose Mary
Lourdes
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Rose Mary Blais announce her passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Monday, December 10, 2001 at the age of 44 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, William and one son, Billy (Miranda) Blais of Three Rock Cove; two daughters: Sherry Blais (Howard Bourgeois) of Mainland, Joy Smith of Lourdes; mother, Viola Smith of Lower Cove; five brothers: Johnny Smith of Stephenville, Harry Smith of Lower Cove, Duncan (Delores) Smith of Lower Cove, Richard (Arlene) Dunklee of Manitoba, Robert (Violet) Dunklee of Marches Point; eight sisters: Connie Smith (Glen) of Nova Scotia, Laura Smith of New Brunswick, Nathalie Dunklee of Stephenville, Carolyn (Lonnie) Rumbolt of Stephenville, Phoebe (Ralph) Hayden of Stephenville, Catherine (Roger) Boulne of Manitoba, Sandra (Randy) Smith of Manitoba, Valerie (Raymond) Wheeler of Ship Cove; one granddaughter, Stephanie Lynn Blais and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Thomas Smith Sr. and her brother, Thomas Smith Jr. Friends may call at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, December 13^th at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lourdes with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in West Bay. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

LAGATDU, Joseph Jr.
Cape St. George
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph Lagatdu Jr. announce his passing at Cape St. George on Saturday, December 8, 2001 at the age of 53 years. He will be sadly missed by three brothers: Kenneth (Pauline) Lagatdu, Stanley (Jean) Lagatdu, Charles (Maisie) Lagatdu, all of Cape St. George; five sisters: Youhenna (Ralph) Gaudon of Stephenville, Dorothy (Cyril Sr.) Robia of Saint John, New Brunswick, Doris (Tom) Wilks of Connecticut, New York, Theresa (Gerald) Corcoran of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Grace (Nelson) Renouf of Cape St. George and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Mary Lagatdu and his three brothers: Howard, Aiden and Samuel. Friends may call at Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George on Tuesday after 3:00 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, December 12^th at 11:00 a.m. from Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Marches Point. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

GLODE, Michael Thomas
Deer Lake
September 27, 1921 - December 10, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Michael Thomas Glode announce his passing on Monday, December 10^th, 2001 at his family residence in his 80^th year. He will be dearly missed by his loving wife Lillian; his daughters: Linda (Scott) King of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Joyce (Ron) Riberdy of Silbury, Ontario and Judy Glode of Deer Lake; one son Mervin (Stella) Glode of Deer Lake; nine grandchildren: Terri-Lynn, Kerry, Michael, Dwayne, Danielle, Denise, Donna, Connie and Kayla; two great-grandchildren: Brandon and Bailee. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his son Eddy and daughter Prudence. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Tuesday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will take place from the Immaculate Conception Church in Deer Lake Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. with Father John Collins officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wight's Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

Wednesday, December 12, 2001

DEATHS

BENNETT, Viola
St. Paul's
October 1^st, 1924 - December 10^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Viola Bennett announce her passing on Monday, December 10^th, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in her 77^th year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Con; her sons: Sterling (Shirley) of Rocky Harbour, Bob (Sadie) of St. Paul's, Milton (Iris) of Norris Point, Derrick (Carol-Ann) of Cow Head, Carson (Verna) of St. Paul's and Brent (Josephine) of Fort McMurray; her daughters: Alva (Malcolm) of Cow Head, Mary (Eugene) of Rocky Harbour, Doreen (Peter) of Pasadena, Rhoda (Vince) of Daniel's Harbour and Faye of St. John's; 31 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Rendell and Clifford Pittman and two sisters: Olive Bennett and Evelyn Hutchings; also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents: Mary and George Payne, her step-parents Norman and Mary Brake, two brothers: Henry and Percy Payne and two sisters Emmaline and Dorothy, her baby son and granddaughter Dana. Visitation will take place today, Tuesday and Wednesday from the Anglican Church in St. Paul's where funeral service will take place on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Olson officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

CALLAHAN, William L. (Bill)
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mr. Callahan announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, December 10^th, 2001 at the age of 74 years. He will be missed by his wife, Jeannine (nee Parsons); five daughters: Sharon (Don) Lewis, Shirley (John) Roberts, Marie (Clarence) Wareham of Corner Brook, Eileen (Raymond) Goulet of Quebec and Catherine (David) White of Pasadena; four sons: Jim (Barbara), Tim (Joy), Troy (Stacey) of Corner Brook and Bill (Beverley) of Pasadena; foster children: Mary Jane Kearney (Jim), Corner Brook, Gerard McCarthy, Toronto; eighteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers: Edward (Serenna), Pasadena, Raymond (Georgie), Detroit; eight sisters: Marie (Wilson) Pardy, Mary Oxford (Mack), Joan (Baxter) Lockyer, Bridget (Garland) Penney of Corner Brook, Marjorie (Raymond) St. Dennis, Vonnie (Roger) Chamberlaine of Montreal, Sheila Callahan, ON, Theresa (Raymond) Pinsent, Belleview; sisters and brother-in-law, Martha Callahan, Pasadena, Shirley Callahan, Stephenville, Robert Langer, Corner Brook; aunt Mary Crawford and a large number of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by parents, James and Annie, daughter Carolyn Ann, brothers: Kevin and John and sister Elizabeth Langer. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place at the Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church on Mt. Bernard Ave. Thursday at 10:30 a.m. with interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Cancer or the Alzheimer's Society. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

Thursday, December 13, 2001

DEATHS

WHALEN, John Gideon
Baie Verte
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Gideon Whalen, age 76, announce his passing at the Victoria General Hospital, Halifax on Sunday, December 9, 2001. Predeceased by his parents John and Eliza Whalen and brother Eric. Left to forever cherish their wonderful memories are his wife Gladys, sons: Paul (Margaret), Sydney, Australia, John (Anne), Colberg, Ontario; daughters: Glenda Simon (Melvin), Truro, Nova Scotia, Janice Acreman (Gerald), Baie Verte; grandchildren: Joanne and Melissa Whalen, Stephen and Stephanie Acreman. Also leaving to mourn brother Clyde Whalen (Ruby) and sister Josie Hamlyn (Howard), all of Corner Brook and a large circle of other relatives and friends. A memorial service will take place from St. Paul's Anglican Church, Baie Verte on Thursday, December 13, 2001 at 2 p.m. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the St. Paul's Anglican Church Memorial Fund or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Eddie Wimbleton, Baie Verte Peninsula Funeral Home.

LAING, Amelia M.
Rocky Harbour, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Amelia Laing announce her passing on Tuesday, December 11^th, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in Norris Point at the age of 81 years. She will be sadly missed by her daughter Florence Hutchings, Rocky Harbour; grandchildren: Shawn Hutchings, Rocky Harbour, Karen (Brian) Sparkes, Deer Lake, Maxine (Dennis) Reid and Billy (Shelly) Hutchings both of Toronto; six great-grandchildren; sisters: Emma Simms, Irishtown, Ula (Dave) Welsh, Corner Brook, Lillian (Leo) Quilty, Mt. Moriah and Martha (Sterling) Payne, Rocky Harbour; brothers: Calvin (Sylvia) Hann, John's Beach, Joe (Elizabeth) Hann and William Hann both of Corner Brook; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husbands Arthur Nicolle and Edgar Laing, parents George and Belinda and brothers: Charles, Leslie, Wilbourn and Winston. The funeral service will be held on Friday, December 14^th at 2:00 p.m. from the Salvation Army Citadel in Rocky Harbour with Captain Bradley Reid officiating. Interment to follow at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, Rocky Harbour Thursday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted.

50^th ANNIVERSARY

HUTCHINGS
Joan and Clyde Hutchings are celebrating their golden wedding anniversary today. Love and best wishes from their children Reg and Val, Terry and Helen, Arch and Annette, Darrell and Elaine, Don and Darlene and their grandchildren Dean, Janet, Christine, Stephanie, Meaghan, Michael, Caitlin, Diedre, D.J., Michelle, Brittany and Cody. An open house will be held at 139 Clarence St., Corner Brook, on Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m.

Friday, December 14, 2001

DEATH

PAYNE, Annie
Cormack
Oct. 19^th, 1919 - Dec. 12^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Annie Payne announce her passing on Wednesday, December 12^th, 2001 at her family residence in her 82^nd year. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband Cecil, one son Rodney (Jocelyn Young) of Cormack. Her special friends Jane (John) Wiseman of Cormack. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Cormack today, Friday where also funeral services will take place on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with interment to follow at the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our Hearts"

Saturday, December 15, 2001

DEATHS

CHURCHILL, Very Reverend Dr. Arthur Wallace
Brookfield Ave., Corner Brook
Passed away suddenly amongst his family on Thursday, December 13^th, 2001 at the Health Science Centre, in St. John's, Rev. Arthur Churchill. Beloved husband of 35 years to Eileen (nee Way) and loving father of Peter, Dianne, and Philip. Lovingly remembered by his sister, Jean (Lou Hussey); brothers: Tolson (Margaret), Len, Doug (Ann) and their families. Sister-in-law, Myrtle Churchill. Also lovingly remembered by his mother-in-law, Hazel Way; brothers and sisters-in-law: Gorvin Way, Mary Ann, Frank & Shirley Riggs, Clyde & Carol Way, Don & Linda Way, George & Chris Way, Olive Way, Tony & Sadie Genge, Greg & Dawn Way and their families. He will also be missed by a vast number of relatives and friends far too numerous to mention. He is predeceased by his brother, Lloyd. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Saturday during the hours of 7-9 p.m. and Sunday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday at 2 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral on Main Street with The Very Rev. Lorne Gosse officiating. The interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Primates World Relief and Development, The Ministerial Food Bank, The Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist Restoration Fund or to another charity of one's choice. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony, 634-8989 (Levinia) and Country Haven Funeral Home, Corner Brook, phone 634-2500.

PERRY, Brendan
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away Thursday, December 13^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Brendan Perry in his 81^st year. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 49 years Helen; five sons: Wayne (Pamela), Stephenville, Bill (Susan), Oshawa, Ontario, David (Erika), Corner Brook, Donald (Barbara), Corner Brook, Kenneth (Alison), Richmond Hill, Ontario; daughter Brenda (Douglas Alteen), Ottawa, Ontario; grandchildren: Heather, Stephen, Sarah, Stephanie, Emily Perry and Sydney Alteen; one sister Lillian Molloy, Portugal Cove South, one sister-in-law Pauline Perry, Scarborough, Ontario, and a large number of nieces, nephews, one special niece Maureen Hynes, Ferryland. He was predeceased by his parents William and Alice Perry, two brothers Matthew and Augustine, one sister Anne Kelly. The Funeral Mass will be held Monday, December 17^th, at 10:30 a.m. from The Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mt. Bernard Avenue, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donations to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted.

WEDDING

WHEATON & KRYZANOWSKI
Mr. and Mrs. Kathleen and Ted Wheaton, Winnipeg, are pleased to announce the marriage of their only daughter, Barbara to Brad, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Hazel and John Kryzanowski, on September 29 at St. Timothy's Parish in Winnipeg. Barbara is the granddaughter of Marie and Thomas Chow and Mary and Claude Wheaton. Best wishes from all your family and friends.

Monday, December 17, 2001

DEATHS

DUCEY, (nee McCarthy), Evelyn M.
March 30, 1928 - December 15, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mrs. Evelyn Ducey announce her peacefully passing on Saturday, December 14, 2001 at the age of 73 years. She will be sadly missed by her daughter, Annie Simmonds of Lark Harbour, her son Hugh and his special friend Natalie Smith of Corner Brook, one grandson, John Simmonds and her niece Margaret Rose McCarthy of Mississauga, ON. Her only sister Dot Hackett of Halfway Point. Sisters-in-law, Maisy McCarthy of Deer Lake, Mildred McCarthy of Benoit's Cove, Una McCarthy of Corner Brook and Georgina McCarthy of Brampton, ON. She will be also missed by a large number of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Hugh, 1974, her parents, Tim and Catherine McCarthy, six brothers, William, Daniel, Joseph, Artie, Gerry and Ralph. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, Monday during the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church on Mt. Bernard Ave., with interment at Mount Patricia Cemetery. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500. She will always be remembered by her good sense of humor and her cheerful laughter.
"Gone but not forgotten"

SHEPPARD, Grace Elizabeth (nee Crocker)
Woody Point, NF
Oct. 28, 1965 - Dec. 14, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Grace Sheppard announce her passing on Friday, December 14, 2001 in her 36^th year as a result of a motor vehicle accident. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband James; 2 sons: Matthew and Andrew; and one daughter, Samantha; parents, Rendall and Sandra Crocker; two sisters: Paula (Keith) Murphy, Jody (Craig) Crocker; and one brother, Rodney (Janis) Crocker; mother and father-in-law, Emma and Bill Sheppard; brothers-in-law, Billie (Bess), Mont (Gale), Brian (Sandra); sister-in-law, Tina (Terry); grandmother Julia Crocker; grandparents-in-law, Dorcas and Freeman Sheppard; nine nieces and nephews, and a large circle of relatives and friends. The family will be receiving friends from the Anglican Church of the Epiphany, Woody Point, Monday from where the funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 18 at 2:00 p.m. with Canon David Pearce officiating, interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake.

O'CONNELL, Mary Honoria
Benoit's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Honoria O'Connell announce her passing at the family residence on December 15, 2001 at the age of 56. She will be sadly missed by her husband Michael; 4 sons: Aaron (Judy), Bill (Peggy), Benoit's Cove, Darren (Samantha), Corner Brook, Jason (Regina), Halfway Point; 4 grandchildren: Morgan, Kathleen, Sara and Mackenzie; mother Laura Park, Benoit's Cove; 5 sisters: Luella Sheehan (Michael), Myra Hickey, Jean (Cliff), Joy Bolden (Dave), Marina Hackett (Kevin); 3 brothers: Alex Park (Verna), Angus Park, Todd Park (Della); and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father Angus Park. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Ambrose Anglican Church, John's Beach, Reverend Evelyn Piercey officiating, followed by the interment at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Monday from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association or the Victorian Order of Nurses.

WHITE, Mary Agnes (Minnie)
Doyles, NF
Passed away Saturday, December 15, 2001 at the Charles LeGrow Health Centre, Mary Agnes White (Minnie) at the age of 85. She will be sadly missed by her son Russell (Helen), Doyles; 5 daughters: Priscilla Hynes (Roddie), Piccadilly, Barbara Skinner, Doyles, Marie White, St. John's, Ollie Little (Gerard) St. John's, Shelia Matthews (Don), Port aux Basques; 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; 1 sister Clara of Foxtrap. The family will be receiving friends at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Codroy Valley on Monday followed by the funeral service Tuesday, December 18 at 11:00 a.m. Father Hynes officiating. The interment will follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donation to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home.

VINCENT, Gladys Muriel
Massey Drive
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gladys Muriel Vincent (nee Goosney) announce her passing at the Bay St. George Senior Citizen's Home at Stephenville Crossing on Saturday, December 15, 2001 in her 91^st year. She was predeceased by her husband Lewis Vincent. She will be sadly missed by her two daughters Patricia and her husband Stewart Storms of California and Angela Sweetland of Corner Brook; 4 sons: Reginald of Massey Drive, Robert and his wife Florence of Massey Drive, Fred and his wife Dorothy of Stephenville Crossing, Roland and his wife Melina of Massey Drive; 21 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren and a large number of relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 18 at 1:30 p.m. from The Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mt. Bernard Avenue followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, Monday 2-4 and 7-9. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to The Parkinson's foundation of Canada.

BUTLER, James
140 Queen Street, Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late James Butler announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital on Saturday, December 15, 2001 at the age of 87 years. He is survived by his wife Audrey and her two children Ambrose and Eric. He also leaves to mourn one brother Ronald (Gertie) Butler in Corner Brook; four sisters: Gladys Cadwell in Halifax, Maude Gasiel in New York, Theresa (Allen) Zeigler in Ohio and Maureen Young in Fredericton, NB along with close friend Winnie Carroll in Corner Brook and a circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Bill and sister Edie McCarthy. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 10 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish on West Street with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery on West Street in Stephenville. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home on Queen Street in Stephenville on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be graciously accepted.

VATERS, Winston Henry
Pasadena
May 20, 1942 - December 14, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Winston Henry Vaters announce his passing on Friday, December 14, 2001 at the W.M.R. Hospital in his 59^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Ethel (nee Becks), his children: Marie of Norris Point, Madonna of Clarenville, Kevin of Castlegar, British Columbia and Angela of Fort McMurray, Alberta; one sister Miriam Thistle of Sunnyside, also a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Mary Emma Vaters, brothers John, Roland, George and Edward. Visitation took place from the Pentecostal Church in Pasadena where also funeral service will take place today, Monday at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Pelley officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our hearts"

HUTCHINGS, Baxter
Cow Head
March 24, 1953 - December 15, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Baxter Hutchings announce his passing on Saturday, December 15, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in his 48^th year. He will be sadly missed by his two sons, Byron and girlfriend Tanya of Brampton, Ontario and Boyd and wife Kelly of Cow Head. Three grandsons, Byron, Brandon and Kyle, his father Eugene Hutchings of Cow Head. Three brothers, Terry, Frank and wife Lorraine, both of Brampton, Ontario and Harold and wife Suzanne of Fort McMurray, Alberta. His grandmother Eva Bennett of Cow Head. His very close friend Annie Reid, also a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from the Anglican Church in Cow Head today Monday where also funeral services will take place on Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Olson officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever in our hearts"

Tuesday, December 18, 2001

DEATHS

O'CONNELL, Mary Honoria
Benoit's Cove
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Honoria O'Connell announce her passing at the family residence on December 15, 2001 at the age of 56. She will be sadly missed by her husband Michael; 4 sons: Aaron (Judy), Bill (Peggy), Benoit's Cove, Darren (Samantha), Corner Brook, Jason (Regina), Halfway Point; 4 grandchildren: Morgan, Kathleen, Sara and Mackenzie; mother Laura Park, Benoit's Cove; 5 sisters: Luella Sheehan (Michael), Myra Hickey, Jean (Cliff), Joy Bolden (Dave), Marina Hackett (Kevin); 3 brothers: Alex Park (Verna), Angus Park, Todd Park (Della); and numerous other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father Angus Park. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Ambrose Anglican Church, John's Beach, Reverend Evelyn Piercey officiating, followed by the interment at the Church Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street, Monday from 7-9 p.m. and Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetic Association or the Victorian Order of Nurses.

WHITE, Mary Agnes (Minnie)
Doyles, NF
Passed away Saturday, December 15, 2001 at the Charles LeGrow Health Centre, Mary Agnes White (Minnie) at the age of 85. In recognition of Minnie's contributions to Newfoundland traditional music she was awarded the Order of Canada in 1993, and in 1999 received the Dr. Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award at the ECMA'S for her profound and lasting effect on the Atlantic Canadian music industry. She will be sadly missed by her son Russell (Helen), Doyles; 5 daughters: Priscilla Hynes (Roddie), Piccadilly, Barbara Skinner, Doyles, Marie White, St. John's, Ollie Little (Gerard) St. John's, Shelia Matthews (Don), Port aux Basques; 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; 1 sister Clara of Foxtrap. The family will be receiving friends at St. Ann's Roman Catholic Church, Codroy Valley on Monday followed by the funeral service Tuesday, December 18 at 11:00 a.m. Father Hynes officiating. The interment will follow at the Church Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers or donation to a charity of one's choice will be graciously accepted. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home.

MCEACHREN, Vivian Marguerite
Jeffreys, NF
Passed away on Sunday, December 16^th, 2001 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Vivian Marguerite McEachren at the age of 65 years. She leaves to mourn five sons: Shawn, Chris (Gwen) and Jason, Brampton, Ontario; Kenneth, Mississauga, Ontario, Sheldon, Milton, Ontario; two daughters: Bernadette McEachren, Etobicoke, Ontario; Denise (Terry) Gillis, Mississauga, Ontario; eight grandchildren: Candice, Michael, Marcus, Victoria, Andrew, Cassandra, Thomas, Julianna; sister Dorothy Rideout, Sydney, Nova Scotia; brother Robert MacDonald, Ontario and a large circle of other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Lional McEachren. The family will be receiving friends from St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church all day Tuesday and on Wednesday until 12 noon, from where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 19^th at 2:00 p.m., Reverend Stewart Bellows officiating, followed by interment at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Anglican Church Memorial Fund or to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

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First lady of the accordion fondly remembered
by Frank Gale
Star Staff Writer, Stephenville
Donald Tompkins, a native of Tompkins in the Codroy Valley and a resident of this town for many years, says the death of Minnie White is the loss of a unique person. He said when Mrs. White came to the Codroy Valley in the 1930s, she fitted in well from the start and came to be known as a professional housekeeper and homemaker. Tompkins said during her married life she and her husband, Richard White, a farmer and professional sports fisherman guide, raised a large family of six.
"Minnie was an outstanding citizen who became a part of the Codroy Valley area. I nominated her and wrote up her qualifications, which recognized her for her community service in providing music for charitable efforts and community affairs in the Codroy Valley and Port aux Basques area," he said. That nomination garnered her an entry into the Order of Canada. While he says he is not qualified to comment on her music, Tompkins said when Mrs. White arrived in the Codroy Valley, a noted top violin musician at that time in that area - Archie MacDonald - said her music had "lots of ding." He remembers her accordion music was enjoyed by all who attended social events where she played.
Tourism, Culture and Recreation Minister Kevin Aylward, legislature member for St. George's-Stephenville East, offered condolences to the White family on Monday. "Mrs. White was one of our province's most treasured musicians," Aylward said. "She was talented at playing many instruments including the mandolin, fiddle, piano and organ, but it was as an accordion player that she endeared herself to the hearts of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and to people around the world. "She was truly our first lady of the accordion." Mrs. White learned to play the accordion as a young girl but stopped to raise her family. In the 1960s, she picked up her accordion again when her children were grown and began her extensive recording and performing career.
Mrs. White recorded four albums and was a regular performer at the Starlite Motel, as well as various clubs in western Newfoundland and folk festivals across the province.
She received the Harry Hibbs Award for East Coast Music, the Dr. Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award from the East Coast Music Association, and has been inducted into the Order of Canada and the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council Hall of Honour.
"We are indebted to Mrs. White for her contribution to the arts community in Newfoundland and Labrador," said Aylward. "She will be remembered for her incredible talent, her body of work, and her kind spirit."

Wednesday, December 19, 2001

DEATH

JESSO, Valerie M.
DeGrau
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Valerie M. Jesso announce her passing at Cape St. George on Sunday, December 16, 2001 at the age of 45 years. She will be sadly missed by her loving husband, Allan; three sons: Allan Jesso, Rockey Jesso, Kirk Jesso, all of Calgary, Alberta; one daughter, Kathleen (Mike) Campbell of Lower Cove; her parents, Donald and Dulcie Benoit of DeGrau; seven brothers: Augustus Benoit, Walter Benoit, Albert Benoit, Wilson Benoit, all of DeGrau, Don Benoit of Manitoba, Alvin Benoit of DeGrau and Brian Benoit of Red Brook; one sister, Corina Benoit of Stephenville; three grandchildren: Kaitlin, Karly and Michael and a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends may call at Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George on Wednesday and Thursday. Funeral services will take place on Friday, December 21^st at 2:00 p.m. from Our Lady of the Cape Parish, Cape St. George. Cremation Service will take place at Russell's Crematorium, Stephenville following the Funeral Service. As expressions of sympathy, flowers would be greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements are under the supervision of Russell's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville.

Thursday, December 20, 2001

DEATHS

WHITE, Gertrude (nee Simms)
Deer Lake
January 10, 1919 - December 18, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gertrude White announce her passing on Tuesday, December 18^th, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 82^nd year. She will be sadly missed with fond and loving memories by her only son Lloyd (Viona) of Deer Lake; four grandchildren: Larry (Lily) of St. John's, Eric (Janet) of Stillwater Lake, Nova Scotia, Krista (Gaetan) Trembley of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia and Donna (Brian) MacPhee of Duncan, British Columbia; ten great-grandchildren: Anthony, Philip, Maria, Tomie, Neil, Spencer, Celeste, Bethany, Gaetan and Delaney. Also a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Roland. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Thursday at 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Friday from the Salvation Army Church in Deer Lake at 2:00 p.m. with Majors Wade and Linda Budgell officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on High Street. By request of the family, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army Building Fund. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

LEDREW, Anthony Frederick (Fred)
Corner Brook
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Fred LeDrew announce his passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at the age of 68. He is survived by his wife Joanne, daughter Tanya (Jason) and son Chris (Chantelle) all of Corner Brook; three daughters: Bernice Chaisson of Quebec, Sheila (Chris) Marra and Alaina (Josh), son Fred, all of New Jersey; grandchildren: Aiden, Abbigale and Gabriel and great-grandson Gabriel; four brothers: Ted, Hughie, Tim and Peter; one sister Peg (Ralph) Rumbolt of Corner Brook; a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and very special friends. He was predeceased by brother Larry. Funeral services will take place at Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral on Friday, December 21, 2001 at 10:30 a.m. with Father Gale officiating. Family and friends are invited to the family residence following the funeral service. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd. 634-2500.

HOLLAND, Margaret (Cashin)
The death of Margaret Holland occurred at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital, Fredericton, NB on Tuesday, December 18, 2001. Born in Sandy Point, NF to the late Arthur and Susan (Squires) Cashin. Margaret was a member of the CWL at Saint's John and Paul, Roman Catholic Church for many years. She also dedicated 25 years assisting handicapped children in Saint John, NB, Fredericton, NB and in Clearwater, Florida. Surviving are Margaret's husband, Henry Holland; sons: Philip (Mary Ann) of Saint John, NB, Peter (Gerri) of St. George, NB, Robert of William's Lake, BC and Paul (Dawn) of Victoria, BC; daughters: Dr. Sharon Holland (Dr. Rolf Scheffler) of Bellville, ON and Susan (Fabian) Harmon of St. Andrews, NB; brother-in-law, Father Charles Holland SJ of St. John's, NF; grandchildren: Michael, Kimberly, Margaret, Catherine, Rowan, Katherine; great-granddaughter Krysten and several cousins in Newfoundland. Visitation will be held at McAdam's Select Community Funeral Home on Thursday, December 20, 2001 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint's John and Paul, Roman Catholic Church, New Maryland on Friday, December 21, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. with Father Ralph McCrae and Father Charles Holland SJ officiating. A reception will be held in the church hall following the service. Interment will take place at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Saint John, NB. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. www.mcadamsfh.com

Friday, December 21, 2001

DEATHS

KEOUGH, Ann F. (Nan)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nan Keough announces her sudden passing on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2001 at the Northside General Hospital in North Sydney, Nova Scotia at the age of 80. She leaves to mourn one son Harold (Deborah) of Corner Brook, one daughter Elizabeth (Conrad) Clarke of North Sydney, four grandchildren, Roschell, Krischa, Maureen and Michael, two great-grandchildren, Brendan and Emma, one sister Genevieve Pasternicki, three half-sisters, Olivera, Joan and Mona and a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ted, a son Michael, a daughter Frances and her brother Bill. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at Gannon Row Catholic Church in North Sydney at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 21, 2001.

MORRIS, Aaron Percy
Robinsons, NF
We sadly regret to announce the sudden death in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia of the late Aaron Percy Morris of Robinsons on Tuesday, December 18, 2001 in his 30^th year. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, his parents Margaret and James Morris and sister Trina Morris, Robinsons; girlfriend Serena Pitcher and their children Gabrielle and Tyrone, St. David's; grandparents Cecil and Vernice Alley, St. David's, and a large circle of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family will be receiving friends from St. George's Anglican Church, Robinsons on Saturday, December 22^nd from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

Saturday, December 22, 2001

DEATH

BRUCE, Sheila Maria
Halifax, Nova Scotia (Formerly of Stephenville, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sheila Maria Bruce (Hynes) announce her passing on December 20, 2001 at the age of 81 years, at the residence of her daughter, Sandra in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her husband, Walter on December 17, 1994, Sheila was the daughter of the late Thomas Hynes and Mary McIsaac of Hynes Road, Port au Port. She will be sadly missed by daughters: Joan (Rick Sobeck), Temperance, Michigan; Sandra (Bob Chaulk), Halifax, Nova Scotia and sons: Bob, Calgary, Alberta; Gary (Gloria Dawe), St. John's, NF; loving grandchildren: Christopher and Jeremy Chaulk, Lisa and Jennifer Bruce; one brother, Frank, St. John's, NF; and three sisters: Bride (Pat O'Quinn), Stephenville, Cecilia, (Hugh Marche) of Port au Port and Genny Kenny (friend, Bill), Ontario. Also mourning her loss are many nieces, nephews and godchildren along with a large circle of family and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Thursday, December 27, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Friday, December 28 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

BIRTH

FLORIS
Jennifer and Adam Floris are delighted to announce the arrival of Sophie Jennifer, weighing 9 lb. 4 oz. on September 10, 2001. Proud grandparents are David and Elizabeth Smallwood of Corner Brook, and George and Eileen Floris of Berwick, NS. Jennifer, Adam and Sophie currently reside in London, ON.

RUMBOLDT
Cathy and Ed Rumboldt are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Kevin Patrick, on September 13, 2001. Kevin was delivered at Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Alberta weighing 7 lb. 14 oz. The proud grandparents are Kevin and Bernadette Willett of Corner Brook, Ed and Anne Rumboldt of Benoit's Cove, and great-grandparents Gerald and Theresa Hynes, also of Benoit's Cove.

ENGAGEMENT

RYAN / LEMOINE
Congratulations and best wishes are extended to Karen Ryan and George LeMoine, upon the announcement of their engagement, November 23, 2001. Karen is the daughter of Wayne and Sylvia Ryan and the granddaughter of Otto and Elizabeth Ryan and the late Malcolm and Henrietta Pye, all of Corner Brook. George is the son of George and Linda LeMoine of Stephenville, formerly of Grand Falls, and the grandson of Donald and Florence Bursey of Buchans and the late Sanford and Carrie LeMoine of Grand Galls. George and Karen are currently residing and working in Corner Brook and are planning a fall wedding.

WEDDING

HACKETT / PIKE
On September 29, Tanya, daughter of Allan and Mildred Hackett of Benoit's Cove and Paul, son of Paul and Margaret Pike of Benoit's Cove were united in marriage at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Corner Brook. The ceremony was officiated by Father Edwin Gale. A dinner reception followed at the Shoreline Club in Halfway Point. The bridal party consisted of Connie Pennell (maid of honor), April Noseworthy and Natasha Vater. Jeff Boardman (best man), Keith and Mark Pike. We would like to thank everyone who shared in our special day.

GILLINGHAM / PILE
Lorna and George Gillingham take pleasure in announcing the marriage of their eldest son Matthew to Michelle, daughter of Marie Pile and Richard Pile on July 7, 2001 in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Maid of honor was Sherri Pile and best man was Benjamin Gillingham. The bridal attendants were Claire Gillingham and Pauline Cyre. Groom attendants were Paul Blackwood and Randy Blackwood. The flowergirl was Alexandra Brake and the ringbearer was Nikalus Pile. Matthew and Michelle reside in Brampton, Ontario.

Monday, December 24, 2001

DEATHS

BRUCE, Sheila Maria
Halifax, Nova Scotia
(Formerly of Stephenville, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Sheila Maria Bruce (Hynes) announce her passing on December 20, 2001 at the age of 81 years, at the residence of her daughter, Sandra in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Predeceased by her husband, Walter on December 17, 1994, Sheila was the daughter of the late Thomas Hynes and Mary McIsaac of Hynes Road, Port au Port. She will be sadly missed by daughters: Joan (Rick Sobeck), Temperance, Michigan; Sandra (Bob Chaulk), Halifax, Nova Scotia and sons: Bob, Calgary, Alberta; Gary (Gloria Dawe), St. John's, NF; loving grandchildren: Christopher and Jeremy Chaulk, Lisa and Jennifer Bruce; one brother, Frank, St. John's, NF; and three sisters: Bride (Pat O'Quinn), Stephenville, Cecilia, (Hugh Marche) of Port au Port and Genny Kenny (friend, Bill), Ontario. Also mourning her loss are many nieces, nephews and godchildren along with a large circle of family and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville on Thursday, December 27, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Services will take place on Friday, December 28 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Stephen's Parish, West Street, Stephenville with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery, Hansen Highway, Stephenville. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

ELLIOTT, David
Corner Brook
Jan. 14, 1946 - Dec. 22, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late David Elliott announce his sudden passing on Saturday, December 22, 2001 at the age of 55 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Diane (nee Dyke) and his beloved son, Neil. His mother in law, Gertie Dyke of Eastport. He will also be missed by 2 brothers in law, Roy Dyke and children Maggie, Elizabeth and Jennifer of Alberta, and Wilfred Dyke of Eastport. 2 sisters in law, Gloria Dyke at California and Marilyn (Joe) Issavian of British Columbia. He will also be missed by a large number of relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Tom and Grace Elliott and his father in law Jacob Dyke all of Eastport. The visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Monday and Tuesday during the hours of 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place from the First Baptist Church, on O'Connell Drive, on Wednesday, December 26^th, 2001 with Pastor Harold Sparkes officiating. The interment will take place at Mount Patricia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Gideons or to a charity of one's choice. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, phone 634-2500.

DRAKE, Walter
St. George's, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Walter Drake announce his passing on Friday, December 21, 2001 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital, Stephenville at the age of 59 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his children: Claudia (Mrs. Jerry White), Walter Jr., Dwayne, Guelph, Ontario, Michelle Ellsworth, PEI, Ricky, Wanda, New Brunswick, Amanda Alexander, Ontario and Vennie Alexander, Stephenville Crossing; brothers and sisters: Annie (Mrs. Jerry Lawson), Savanna, Georgia, Avis (Mrs. Jerome Bennett), Stephenville Crossing, Billy Drake, St. John's, Barb (Mrs. Kevin Collett), Fort McMurray, Denise (Mrs. Jack Peddle), PEI, Hilda (Mrs. Terry Alexander), Stephenville Crossing, Colin and his wife Vivian, St. George's, Debbie Drake, Ontario, Gerard and his wife Diane, Jerrianne (Mrs. Gary Bennett), Kitchener, Ontario, Eric and his wife Verna, and Wayne, Fort McMurray, as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his parents William and Lucy and brother Max. Visitation took place from St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, St. George's on Saturday evening and Sunday morning, from where the funeral service was held on Sunday, December 23^rd at 2:00 p.m., Fr. Aidan Devine officiated, interment followed at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing.

Tuesday, December 25, 2001

The Western Star did not publish today, Christmas Day.

Wednesday, December 26, 2001

The Western Star did not publish today and all offices were closed for Boxing Day.

Thursday, December 27, 2001

DEATHS

HUGHES, Susanna
New Ferrole, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Susanna Hughes announce her passing on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2001 at the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders. She was in her 79^th year. She leaves to mourn four sons: Adlore (Agnes), Corner Brook, Leman (Christine), Labrador City, Lambert (Mona), Loman (Laurie), New Ferrole. Ten grandchildren: Susan, Tracey, Brad, Boris, Brada, Keon, Darryl, Justin, Susie & Loman. She was predeceased by her husband Henry and daughter Isabella. The family will be receiving friends from the Roman Catholic Church in New Ferrole on Thursday from where funeral service will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Port au Choix.

LANGDON, Kate (Troke)
Deer Lake, NF
Dec. 28, 1914 - Dec. 26, 2001
Passed peacefully away surrounded by family on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2001 at the Interfaith Home, Corner Brook, Kate Langdon in her 87^th year. She leaves to mourn 3 sons: Raymond (Dinah), Pasadena, Ivan (special friend Wanda), Cormack, and James (Vivian), Deer Lake; 2 daughters: Jessie Wight (Gerald), Pasadena, Hattie (Tiff), Wight (Victor), Pasadena; 2 sisters: Violet Lodge (Adolphus), Deer Lake, Hattie Granter (Maxwell), Gambo; 20 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and a large number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Ralph, Sept. 27, 1997 and son Guy. The funeral service will be held Friday, Dec. 28 at 2:00 p.m. from the Pentecostal Church, Deer Lake, Pastor Snow officiating, followed by the interment at the church cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home 10 Clinic Drive, Deer Lake Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m., Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society.

DOWNEY, Anthony Joseph
Corner Brook, NF
Passed away Monday, Dec. 24, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Anthony Joseph Downey at the age of 75. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 50 years, Barbara Randell; 7 children: Maureen Barry (Bill) Corner Brook, Bernard Downey (Anne), Calgary, Alb., Patricia Sutton (Don), Corner Brook, Paula Bradley (Dave), St. John's, James Downey (Michelle), St. John's, Elizabeth Doody (Derek), Quispamsis, NB, Robert Downey, New Market, ON; 21 grandchildren: Janet, Joseph, David, Robert, Amy, Patrick, Kenneth, Matthew Barry, Aaron, Nathan, Joshua Downey, Jeremy & Janna Hartson, Graham Sutton, Christopher & Daniel Downey, James & Jennifer Jewer, Stephanie, Philip & Mark Doody; brothers: Jerome (Rosemary), Joseph, James (Martha); sisters: Frances McIsaac, Sister Mary Andrine, Cecilia Hall, Theresa Cashin, Anne McNeil, Kathleen Barry (Kevin), Lucy Briggs. And numerous other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents James and Theresa Downey; brothers: Edward & Bernard. The Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. from The Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mt. Bernard Avenue, Monsignor William Boone officiating. The interment will follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Thursday from 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Newfoundland or to a charity of one's choice.

SHEPPARD, Snowden
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Snowden Sheppard at the age of 39. He will be sadly missed by his parents Doreen & Christopher Sheppard; sisters: Peggy Park (Wayne), Woody Point, Dianne MacWhirter (Dennis), Scarborough, ON; brother Dennis Sheppard (Shelley), Lethbridge, AB; nieces and nephews: Amanda & Jennifer Park, Deanna & Dennis MacWhirter, Caileigh Sheppard; aunts & uncles: Sam & Anne Sheppard, Linton Sheppard, Phyllis Duffney, Pat & Nora Curtis; and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents Elizabeth & Leslie Sheppard, Clara & Peter Curtis. The Memorial Service will be held Sunday, Dec. 30 at 2:00 p.m. from St. John the Evangelist Anglican Cathedral, Main Street, The Very Reverend Lorne Gosse officiating, followed by the interment at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Memorial Visitation will be held at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Saturday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or to a charity of one's choice.

SHEPPARD, Mary (Fletcher)
Corner Brook, NF
Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2001 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital after a lengthy illness, Mary Sheppard at the age of 80. Mary was born Nov. 20, 1921 in Liverpool, England. She was married Sept. 14, 1940 in Liverpool, England and moved to Newfoundland as a war bride in 1947. She will be sadly missed by her husband George Stanley Sheppard; children: Anita MacInnis (Walter), Highlands, Norma Childs, Kippens, Linda Lewis (Jerry), Holyrood, Lorraine Tiessen (John), Etobicoke, Ontario, Loretta Abbott (Glen), Glovertown, Mary Sheppard (Paul Hickey), Toronto, Ontario, George Sheppard, Toronto, Ontario, Jackie Alcock (Gary), Corner Brook, Honorah Sheppard (Robert Sanford), Kingston, Nova Scotia; 21 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters: Margaret Drury, Thornton, England, Nora Dawson, Wallesey, England, brother James Fletcher, Lark Harbour; and numerous other relatives and friends. The funeral service will be held Friday, Dec. 28 at 10:30 a.m. from The Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mt. Bernard Avenue. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted.

MURRIN, Murdock
Cox's Cove, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Murdock Murrin announce his sudden passing on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2001 at the age of 73 years. He will be sadly missed by his wife, Doreen (nee Barnes). His children: Foster, Elgin (Karen), Daisy (Bernard), Melvin (Helene), Veronica (Thomas), Brian (Kay), Ivan, Gaye (Fenton), Garwin, Denise (David), Adam (Jo-Anne) and Cynthia (Robert), all residing at Cox's Cove, Judy (Rick), Anita (Ted), and Rosie (Darren) residing at Kitchener, ON; 28 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Brother Calvin (Nina) of Meadows, Sisters Doreen Payne (Wilfred), Cox's Cove, Susie Murrin, Meadows, Lillian Robertson and Elva (Tom) Byrne of York Harbour. He will also be missed by a large number of relatives and friends. He is predeceased by parents William (1977) and Alice (1984) Murrin, sister Mary Warren, brothers Crawford, Kenneth, Roland and William. Visitation is being held at the Pentecostal Church in Cox's Cove from where the funeral service will take place today, Thursday at 2 p.m. with Pastor Hillier officiating. The interment will take place at the church cemetery. Tributes may be made by sending flowers or by making donations to the Pentecostal Church. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Rd. phone 634-2500.

Friday, December 28, 2001

DEATHS

JOYCE, Josephine
Mattis Point
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Josephine Joyce announce her passing at Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 27^th, 2001 at the age of 60 years. She will be sadly missed by her husband Gordon, one son Perry Joyce in Mattis Point, two daughters: Debbie Joyce in Stephenville Crossing and Veronica Parsons in Mattis Point, one brother Lawrence (Mary) King in Mattis Point, three sisters: Eileen Tobin, Rosie Tobin, both in Mattis Point and Annie (Billy) Brumsey in Stephenville Crossing. She also leaves to mourn eleven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends. Friends may call at Russell's Funeral Home on Station Road in Stephenville Crossing on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral services will take place on Saturday, December 29^th at 10 a.m. from Assumption Parish with interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Mattis Point. As expressions of sympathy, flowers gratefully accepted or a donation may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Saturday, December 29, 2001

WEDDING

O'QUINN / KIRTON
Paula O'Quinn and George Kirton celebrated the union of their families on 24 August 2001 in Sydney, Nova Scotia. 9 year old son Ryan was the ring bearer and daughters 8 year old Victoria and 7 year Amanda were the flower girls. Paula is the daughter of Benedict and Kathleen O'Quinn of the Codroy Valley. George is the son of Joseph and Cindy Cambridge of Sydney. The couple are both in the Canadian Armed Forces in Halifax where Paula is a student of Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University. George and Paula both retire in 4 years from the military and hope to reside in Corner Brook.

DEATHS

PIERCEY, Phillip
Rocky Harbour
May 16^th, 1908 - December 27^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Phillip Piercey announce his passing on Thursday, December 27^th, 2001 at the Bonne Bay Health Centre in his 93^rd year. He will be sadly missed by his daughter Jean (Max) Reid, and son Frank and wife Viola, all of Rocky Harbour; five grandchildren: Darren, Deidre, and Gerry Reid, Phillip and Joshua Piercey; three great-grandchildren: Sarah, Tristan and Nathan; also a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation took place from The Salvation Army Church in Rocky Harbour on Friday where also funeral services will take place today at 11:00 a.m. with Capt. Simms officiating. Interment to follow at The Salvation Army Cemetery in Monkstown, Placentia Bay. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

QUINTON, Gordon Herbert
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Quinton announce his sudden passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, December 28^th, 2001 at the age of 72 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is his wife Effie (nee Sheppard), six daughters and three sons: Trent, Kelly, Sherry, Laura, Lorraine, Mae, Karen, Levi and David; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers Lloyd and Moses; and one sister Blanche, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Montgomery Street on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., from where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 1^stst, 2002 at 2:00 p.m., Elder Carl Sheppard officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook.

DWYER, Emma Jane (Howe)
Lewisporte, NF (Formerly of Corner Brook, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jean Dwyer announce her sudden passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 27^th, 2001 at the age of 62 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her husband Gerald Dwyer, ten children: Deborah (Tony) Tipple, Thomas (Jeanette) Howe, Francis (Bonita) Howe, Corner Brook, Colin (Susan) Howe, Ottawa, Ontario, Byron (Lisa) Howe, Waterloo, Ontario, Mishell (Terry) Locke, Darlene (Glenn) Ruth, Corner Brook, Darryl (friend John), Jamie, Ottawa, Ontario, and Paulett (Gary) Laydon, Corner Brook; grandchildren: James, Dianna-Lyn, Richard, Julia, Jessica, Nikita, Francis, Victoria, Sarah, Glenn, Amanda, Valerie, and Natasha; step-children: Gerald, Colleen, Sheila, and Robert; very special friend Winna Ryan, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her first husband Frank Howe, 1979, and parents Charles and Frances Simmonds. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday evening from 7-9:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 31^st, at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mount Bernard Avenue, interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Newfoundland and Labrador Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Monday, December 31, 2001

DEATHS

HODDER, John Bernard
Deer Lake
October 5^th, 1934 - December 29^th, 2001
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Bernard Hodder announce his passing on Saturday, December 29^th, 2001 at his family residence in his 67^th year. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Janet (nee Nichols). His children: Phillip (Brenda), Morgan, Christopher all of Deer Lake, Terry (Christine) of Edmonton, Justin of Deer Lake, Marilyn of Ontario and Debbie (Mario) Ropson of Hampden. 12 grandchildren. His brother Gerald (Ivy) of Deer Lake. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Phillip and Lillian, brothers William and Noel and sister Sylvia. Visitation will take place from Parsons Funeral Home, 63 Northmain Street, Deer Lake today, Monday evening at 7-9 p.m. Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. from St. Michael's and All Angels Anglican Church in Deer Lake with Rev. Barter officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Goose Arm Road. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home, Deer Lake.
"Forever in Our Hearts"

FLYNN, Gordon
51 Bruce Blvd., Stephenville
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Flynn announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Thursday, December 27, 2001 at the age of 48 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, June and his son, Christopher (Shona) Flynn of Lancaster Park, Edmonton; his daughter, April Flynn (Jimmy Jesso) of Upper Tatallon, Nova Scotia; his mother, Clara Rose of Stephenville; four brothers: Earl (Paula) of Harbour Main, Greg Flynn of Labrador City, Rodney (Karen) of Toronto, Richard (Bernadette) of Ajax, Ontario; three sisters: Brenda (Phonse) Young of Ontario, Katie Flynn of Stephenville, Elaine (Jim) Power of Clarenville; one grandson, Samuel Flynn and a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation took place on Saturday and Sunday at Russell's Funeral Home, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville. Funeral Services took place on Monday, December 31^st at 10:30 a.m. from Russell's Funeral Home Chapel, 39 Queen Street, Stephenville with Cremation service to follow. Burial service will take place on Monday, December 31^st at 2:00 p.m. As expressions of sympathy, flowers or donations to the Lion Max Simms Camp for the Handicap Kids would be greatly appreciated.

QUINTON, Gordon Herbert
Corner Brook, NF
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Gordon Quinton announce his sudden passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Friday, December 28^th, 2001 at the age of 72 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories is his wife Effie (nee Sheppard), six daughters and three sons: Trent, Kelly, Sherry, Laura, Lorraine, Mae, Karen, Levi and David; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two brothers Lloyd and Moses; and one sister Blanche, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Montgomery Street on Sunday and Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., from where the funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 1^st, 2002 at 2:00 p.m., Elder Carl Sheppard officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue, Corner Brook.

DWYER, Emma Jane (Howe)
Lewisporte, NF (Formerly of Corner Brook, NF)
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Jean Dwyer announce her sudden passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Thursday, December 27^th, 2001 at the age of 62 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her husband Gerald Dwyer, ten children: Deborah (Tony) Tipple, Thomas (Jeanette) Howe, Francis (Bonita) Howe, Corner Brook, Colin (Susan) Howe, Ottawa, Ontario, Byron (Lisa) Howe, Waterloo, Ontario, Mishell (Terry) Locke, Darlene (Glenn) Ruth, Corner Brook, Darryl (friend John), Jamie, Ottawa, Ontario, and Paulett (Gary) Laydon, Corner Brook; grandchildren: James, Dianna-Lyn, Richard, Julia, Jessica, Nikita, Francis, Victoria, Sarah, Glenn, Amanda, Valerie, and Natasha; step-children: Gerald, Colleen, Sheila, and Robert; very special friend Winna Ryan, 3 brothers: Llewellyn, Fred and Jack, as well as a large circle of other relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her first husband Frank Howe, 1979, and parents Charles and Frances Simmonds. The family will be receiving friends from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Saturday evening from 7-9:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 31^st, at 10:30 a.m. from the Most Holy Redeemer Cathedral, Mount Bernard Avenue, interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Newfoundland and Labrador Heart and Stroke Foundation.