ABBOTT, Oscar Swyers
Born: November 25th, 1925
Passed on: December 2nd, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Oscar Abbott announce his passing on Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 92 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his combined family; Glen Abbott-predeceased (Loretta), Janice Marshall (Chris), Curt Abbott (Ellen), Chris Abbott (Marla), Joanne Abbott (Byron), Julie Sheppard (Dave), Jeanne Colbourne (Steve), Suzanne Abbott, Gary McCarthy (Audrey), Elizabeth Hayden (Ron-predeceased), Terry McCarthy (Rhonda), Molly McCarthy Senebald (Stretch - predeceased), Trudy McCarthy (Bob), Rosalie MacNeil (Keith), Margurita Wood (Jim), Janie Munroe (Bob), Patricia Ferguson (Barry), Georgina St. George (Gerry), James McCarthy, a large circle of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandson. Also left to mourn, special sister-in-law Ivy Abbott, nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Jane (Jen), parents Lewis and Vashti Abbott, brother Wilfred, and sister Ena Rowsell (Ken). Cremation has taken place. The family will be receiving friends at Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue, on Monday, December 4th, with visitation from 2-3:30 p.m. followed by a celebration of life in the chapel. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

ANDERSON, Christopher
Born: October 27th, 1955
Passed on: December 4th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Christopher Anderson announce his passing on Monday, December 4, 2017 at the Health Science Centre in St. John's at the age of 62 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his special friend Marilyn; children: Christa, Billy and Melody (Ian); siblings: Isaac (Carol), Clifford (Judy), Lori (Albert) and Terry (Julia); step-mother Mary; grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Rowena. Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday, December 8 from the hours of 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. The funeral service will take place at 1:00 p.m. from Fillatre's Funeral Chapel with Rev. Tanya White officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted, or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

ANDERSON, Ralph Roy
Born: May 10th, 1951
Passed on: December 31st, 2017
Curling, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ralph Roy Anderson announce his passing on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 66 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his only daughter Jillian Anderson; brothers and sister: Scott Anderson (Daphne Nolan-Anderson), Kirk Anderson Jr. (Jennifer Anderson) and Nancy Anderson (Doug Forbes); longtime partner Leah Lawlor; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Capt. S. Kirk and Frances "Alfreda" Anderson. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Wednesday 7-9 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. from Curling Memorial United Church, Curling Street with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

BATT, James Winfrey
Born: November 16th, 1944
Passed on: December 31st, 2017
York Harbour, NL
James Batt, passed peacefully away Sunday, December 31, 2017 at his residence at the age of 73 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Glenys, of 49 years. His children: Marjorie, Jeannine and his son James (Bobbi). His grandsons: Ben, Shawn, James, and William. His granddaughters: Tanita, Candace, Amanda, Tamara, Samantha, Amelia, Angelina and Anastasia and his nine great- grandchildren. His brothers: Byron, Sam, John, Frank (Mary), Terry (Louise) and Gordon (Judy). His sisters: Joan, Ena (Ray) and Mary (Derrick). Brothers in law: Sterling, Gerald, Ross (Diane) and Norm (Ann) and a large circle of niece, nephews, other relatives and friends. James was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Majorie Batt, his in-laws Aaron & Annie Peddle and his grandson Matthew. At James request, cremation has taken place. Visitation for family and friends will be held Thursday, January 4, 2018 from Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, from the hours of 7-9 pm from where the service will take place on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 2pm from Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roberta Woodman officiating. Interment to take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. The guestbook for condolences can be signed by visiting the website www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BELBIN, Lillian (nee White)
Born: February 3rd, 1925
Passed on: December 25th, 2017
Deer Lake, NL
Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, 2017 at Corner Brook Long Term Care, Lillian Belbin, at the age of 92. Predeceased by husband Murdock Acorn (WW2), husband Preston Belbin, parents Samuel and Dulcie Belle White; brothers Willis (Marguerite), Oliver (Levie), Albert (Sadie), and Harold; sisters Mary (Joe) Harnett, Violet (Cecil) Sparkes, Mabel (Gordon) MacDonald, Mildred (Alfred) Barnes, Myrtle (Raymond) Cole, and granddaughter Melissa McGinnis. Leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories sons: Gordon (Remona) Acorn, Alister (Rosalind) Belbin, Eric (Deborah) Belbin, Stanley (Gloria) Belbin, and Wade (Wavey) Belbin; daughters: Trula (Ken) Alexander, Peggy (Tony) Sullivan; brother: Raymond (Gertie) White, sisters-in-law Margaret White, Viney Belbin and Cecelia Belbin, 15 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and a large number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 from 2-4pm and 7-9 pm at Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Bennett's Avenue, Deer Lake. Funeral service will take place on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at 2:00 pm from Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Deer Lake with Pastor Jeffrey White officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot, Whites road Interfaith cemetery. Flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Gideon Bible Society. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca   Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home Deer Lake.

BERNARD, Lynda Marie
Born: June 9th, 1949
Passed on: December 7th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lynda Marie Bernard announce her peaceful passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on December 7, 2017 at the age of 68 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband of 47 years Frank Bernard. She also leaves to mourn her son Colin Hillier (Pearl) of Howley; daughter Brenda Hunt (Damian) of Ontario; step-daughter Jennifer Keast (Ronald) of Ontario; grandchildren: Christopher (Felecia) & Brandon - their mother Deanna Hillier of Pasadena; grandchildren: Crystal, Jimmy and Jennifer; step-grandchildren: Brittany and Amanda of Ontario; 2 great-grandchildren; and also a large circle of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Lynda was predeceased by her mom and dad, Frank and Carol Hillier. Visitation for family and friends will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, from the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Saturday, Dec. 9 and Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017. A funeral service will take place Monday, Dec. 11, 2017 at 11am from the Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. Interment to follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted, or donations can be made to Frank Bernard. The family guestbook can be signed by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

BISHOP, Madeleine
Passed on: December 13th, 2017
It is with heavy hearts but with profound thanksgiving for a life well lived that the family of Madeleine Bishop announces her peaceful passing on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Andrew "Andy" Bishop (2004). Cherished mother of Maureen Carter (Gord), Doris Maxwell (Fred Pitt), Gregory Bishop (Deanna), Karen Trasmundi (Tom), Suzanne Ottaviano (Maurice) and the late Keith and Jocelyne Bishop. Proud and loving grandmother of Nicole, Kathryn (Jason), Sammy (Sara), Danny, Adam (Spencer), Justin (Maxine), Kyrstal (Jeff), Vanessa (Kash), Nathan (Annie) and the late Travis. Great-grandmother of Hailey, Jake, Ryan, Layne, Arkell, Elie, Tevan, Serenity, Ethan and great great-grandmother of Toby. Madeleine devoted her life entirely to her family and loved them more than life itself. She leaves a legacy of love, kindness and strength through her family that is beyond measure. Cremation has taken place. A service to celebrate and honour Madeleine's life will be held at the H.L. Cudney Funeral Home, 241 West Main Street, Welland on Monday, January 8th at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to service, beginning at 10 a.m. As an expression of sympathy, donations to Muscular Dystrophy would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at www.cudneyfuneralhome.com
"Together Forever"

DEWEY, Edmund Lawrence
Born: March 31st, 1938
Passed on: December 11th, 2017
Deer Lake, NL
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Edmund Lawrence Dewey of Deer Lake on Monday, December 11th 2017 in his family home at the age of 79. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Carole (Keith), Brenda (Andre), Richard (Penny); 7 grandchildren, Lee (Angela), Zachery, Samuel, Megan (Taton), Cory, Andrew (Penny), Logan; 1 great-grandchild, Rosalie. His siblings: Yvonne, Margaret (Fred) and John and special friend Gertie. Edmund was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Linda Joy Dewey; parents John (Jack) and Meta Dewey; Mother and Father-in-law, Muriel and Amador Chaulk; and sisters Myrtle and Jackie. Edmund also leaves numerous other loving family members and dear friends. The funeral service will be held Friday, December 15th, 2017 at 2:00 pm from The Salvation Army Citadel in Deer Lake with Majors Frederick and Louise Pond officiating, followed by the interment at the Salvation Army Cemetery Wights Road. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to The Salvation Army Citadel, 20 Church Street, Deer Lake A8A 1E1. Messages of condolence may be left for the family by visiting www.fillatre.ca

DOIRON, Claude Edward
Born: September 19th, 1953
Passed on: December 30th, 2017
Pasadena, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Claude Doiron announce his passing on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Corner Brook Long Term Care at the age of 64 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his daughter: Jessica (Tom) Couture; grandson: Liam; sister: Jeanette Litnewski; brothers: Paul and Roger Doiron, and a circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife: Beverly; parents: Edward and Florence Doiron. A special thank you to the staff at Long Term Care and Dr. Smallwood for your compassionate care of Claude during his stay there. Cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium, Pasadena. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 3rd at 11:00 a.m. from Fillatre's Funeral Chapel 4 St. Mark's Avenue with Father Gerard Patry officiating. Interment to follow at Roman Catholic Cemetery North Harbour Road, Pasadena. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to Corner Brook Long Term Care. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

DUNPHY, Mary Theresa
Born: October 28th, 1921
Passed on: December 29th, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Theresa Dunphy announce her peaceful passing on December 29, 2017 in her 97th year. Mary leaves behind to celebrate her remarkable life her three daughters: Marilyn Saito, Joanne (James) Peddle, and Peggy (Gerald) Malone. She was blessed with 8 grandchildren: Mary Lynn (Tim) Patton, Kimberly Rideout, Stephen (Miyake) Peddle, Michael (Jacqueline) Peddle, Catherine (Brian) Scott, Colleen Malone, Thomas (Melissa) Malone, and Erin (Scott) Tiffany. She knew and loved dearly every one of her 17 great-grandchildren: Jordan, Allie, Kennedy, Evan, Beira, Rowan, Celeste, Linden, Alex, Tyler, Kelsie, Leah, Ethan, John Daniel, Abigail, Benjamin, and Charlotte. She will be especially missed by her special friend Karen Robertson, her sisters-in-law Linda Coombs, Brenda Coombs, Gladys Coombs, Isabelle Kaj, Mary Wiseman, her many nieces and nephews, and a large network of friends. Mary was pre-deceased by her husband Thomas Joseph Dunphy in 1984 and her parents Thomas Coombs and May (Finn) Coombs, her sister Joan, and brothers Jack, Reginald, Gerald, and Thomas. Mary was the perfect example of a life well-lived. She was Valedictorian and President of her 1942 graduating class at Mount Saint Vincent University. She was a teacher for many years, and wrote for the Western Star (as the only female on staff at that time). Mary loved to travel and explored much of the world with her husband Thomas. She raised a beautiful family and remained an active and vital force throughout her entire life. Mary was a Brownie leader, an award-winning actress in provincial drama festivals, and one of the original members of Beta Sigma Phi (Corner Brook). Mary embraced change and never shied away from a new challenge or opportunity. She was fascinated with technology and was excited about the opportunities that FaceBook provided her as a tool to connect with her friends and family (every day). Mary will remain an inspiration for all those who knew and loved her. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Mark's Avenue in Corner Brook. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, January 4th at 10:00 a.m. from Cathedral of The Most Holy Redeemer. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the charity of your choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

GALLANT, Richard
Passed on: December 19th, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Richard Gallant announce his passing at the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville on Tuesday December 19th, 2017 at the age of 94 years. He is predeceased by his wife Vita Gallant and children Sandra and Barbara along with his parents John and Elizabeth Gallant and 13 brothers and sisters. Leaving to celebrate his life his children: Elaine (Nick) Spracklin, Howard (Rose) Gallant, Brian (Bonnie) Gallant, Anne Marie Vallis, Ricky (Genevieve) Gallant, Kim (Doug) Benoit, Tara (Peter) Hall along with 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 7-9 and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 from Russell's Funeral Home in Stephenville. The funeral will take place on Friday December 22nd at 2P.M. from Maria Regina Parish in Port au Port. Interment will take place in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Port au Port. In lieu of flowers donations to the Bay St. George Sick Children's Foundation or to the Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital Foundation in Richard's memory would be greatly appreciated. Richard served in England in the Second World War and was an active member in the Royal Canadian Legion and in the community. His love for family and friends will live thru his children and his stories will forever be in their hearts. The family would like to express great thanks to the special staff at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital who made dad feel at home and truly special.

GASH, Ann Mary
Born: April 18th, 1929
Passed on: December 14th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ann Gash announce her passing on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at her family residence, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 88 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Carol (Bill) Efford, Brian, Marie (Karl) Adams, Helen (Gerry) Lougheed, Vicki Burton, Chris, Mark (Cathy), Paul, Regina, and Joseph (Kelly); grandchildren: Billy, Deanna, Shauna, Jim, Jason, Bobby, Brian, Bradley, Barbie, Mary-Ann, Megan, Connor, Jillian, Isaac, Monique, and Jake; great-grandchildren; daughter in-law Bobbi; brother: Leo, and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband James, and sons Terry and Jim. The family would like to send a special Thank-You to the Palliative Care team especially Dr. Lafferty for making it possible for mom to have her last days at home and to her home care workers Amanda and Chantelle. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday, December 17th from 7-9 p.m. and Monday, December 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will take place from Cathedral of The Most Holy Redeemer on Tuesday, December 19th at 10:00 a.m. with father Joe Gash and Father Edward Terry officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia cemetery. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation 1037 Topsail Road Mt. Pearl, NL A1N 5E9. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

GOULDING, Violet
Born: October 22nd, 1932
Passed on: December 8th, 2017
Passed away to be with the Lord in the presence of her loving family on Friday, December 8, 2017 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Violet Goulding, at the age of 86 years. She will be forever remembered by her children: Ted (Holly), Wanda (Graden) Greenham, Marion (Roy) Randell, Wally (Lori), Mike (Lue), Kay (Allan) Lortie, Paul, Stephen (Natasha), Rick (Tina), Pam (Byron) Williams, Bonnie (Stewart) Dickson and Morris (Becky); 31 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; sister Gertie Barnes; step-siblings: Merrill (Lila) Bullen, Hubert Bullen, Eileen (Hubert) Honeycotte and June Windsor. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, extended family and friends. Violet was predeceased by her husband Garfield, children, Danny, Cora-Lee and Dianne, son-in-law Todd and brother Ted. Visitation will take place from Emmanuel Pentecostal Church in Deer Lake on Sunday, from 2-4 p.m. and 7:30-9:30 p.m. where also the funeral service will take place on Monday at 2 p.m. with Pastor Jeffrey & Andrea White officiating. Interment to follow at the family plot on Wights Road. To sign the guest book or send condolences visit www.parsonsfuneralhome.com    Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel, Deer Lake.
"Love you Forever, Love for always"

GREENING, Nelson Joseph
Born: May 20th, 1945
Passed on: December 20th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nelson Greening announce his passing on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Palliative Care after a 15-month battle with illness, at the age of 72 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Jennie; daughters: Kim (Mike) Murphy, Kelly (Myles) Timmons; his pride and joy and treasured grandsons: Elijah, Gavin and Ty; sister: Helen; brothers: Tony (Wanda), and Bob (Eileen); mother-in-law: Irene Stagg; 5 sisters-in-law, and 2 brothers-in-law and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Thomas and Edith Greening; brother baby Norman, and brother-in-law Maben Martin. A special thank-you to his sister Helen, friends Effie Quinton and Maxine Murphy, our neighbor the Mollons for all your support and kindness during Nelsons illness, and special thanks to Dr. Dunn, ICU staff and Palliative Care for all your compassionate care of Nelson. Cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium. Service at a later date. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to WMRH Palliative Care Unit. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

HALL, Bernice
Born In: Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Born: June 12th, 1939
Passed in: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: December 23rd, 2017
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Bernice Hall announce her passing at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, NS on Saturday, December 23, 2017, at the age of 78 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her children: Theresa (Ray) Christopher, Ignatius (Judy), Ramona, Rosa (Sean) House, Francis, Gerard, Anthony (Karen), Edward (Lillian), 15 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Phyllis (Art) Keeping, Beatrice Wells, Gladys Budgell, Florrie Norman and Ted Budgell. Also leaving to mourn is a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, extended family and friends. A viewing was held at Cruikshanks Funeral Home, Halifax, NS, on December 28, 2017. In keeping with Bernice's wishes, cremation has taken place with internment at a later date.

HOBBS, Mary Theresa (Griffin)
Passed on: December 22nd, 2017
Curling, NL
1927 - 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Hobbs announce her passing on Friday, December 22nd, 2017 at Corner Brook Long Term at the age of 90 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories, her son Jim (Juanette) Griffin, Pasadena, daughter Eleanor Hobbs, and the Hobbs family, New Perlican; brother Joseph (Eileen) Griffin, Curling, and sisters-in-law Ida Griffin and Miriam Griffin both of Curling; as well as many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her husband William Hobbs, brothers Patrick, Anthony and Gerard (Sonny); sisters Margaret (Charlie) Martyn, Gertrude (Tom) Furlong and Kathleen (John) Hearn; and parents Patrick and Mary Griffin. The family would like to send a note of thanks and gratitude to the nurses and LPNs on the 3rd floor, Corner Brook Long Term Care. Granting her wishes, cremation has taken place at Humber Valley Crematorium. Friends and family may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 218 Curling Street on Saturday, December 23rd from 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will take place from Sacred Heart Parish in Curling on Sunday, December 24th at 2:00 p.m. with Father Jim Robertson and Father Joe Gash officiating. As expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson's Society or to the Bay of Islands SPCA. Messages of condolence may be left for the family by visiting our website www.fillatre.ca

HYNES, Barbara Ann (nee Walsh)
Born: May 14th, 1949
Passed on: December 17th, 2017
It is with great sadness that the families of Barbara Ann Hynes nee Walsh announce her passing at the Rufus Gunichard Health Centre, in Port Saunders, NL, on Sunday, December 17th, 2017, in her 68th year. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons; Brent Walsh (Cathy), Jamie Caines (Dawn), and Jamie Hynes, her daughters: Vanessa Reid (Gordon), and Amanda LeRoy (Rob), her grandchildren; Paige and Rachael Walsh, Taylor and Grayson Reid, Chole LeRoy, Sarah and Charlotte Hynes, Rilynn and Lukas Dewit, her only living brother; Mike Walsh (Mildred) whom she loved dearly. Her sisters; Gertrude Parsons, Sarah Carew, Mary Schutlz, Linda Hutchings (Colin), Marie Hynes (Wayne), and Patsy Decker, her sisters and brothers-in-law; Patricia Walsh, and Rosemarie Walsh, Helen Brennan, Kevin Hynes, Marie Hynes, Sylvia Hynes, Henry Hynes (Meg), Gerard (Helen), Jackie, Matthew (Bonna), Brendan (Christine), Conrad (Hazel), Micheal (Phyllis), and Allan. Barbara was predeceased by her husband Neil Hynes (July 2014), her parents: Richard and Annie Walsh, her parents-in-law: Richard and Mary Hynes, her sister Iona, brothers: Jerome (Daisy), Pat, and John, her sisters and brothers-in-law: Geraldine Hynes, Cathy Hynes, and Marion Hynes, Vince Hynes, Louis Hynes, Mark Hynes, and Freddy Hynes. Barbara also leaving to mourn a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends, and all of her co-workers at the Bonne Bay Health Centre, in Norris Pt., NL. In lieu of flowers donations made to the Julia Ann Walsh Heritage Centre would be gratefully appreciated by the family. The family will be receiving family and friends at the Holy Spirit Parish, in Norris Pt., NL, on Wednesday, December 20th, 2017, from the hours of 10 am - 1:00 pm, where also the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place form on Wednesday December 20th, 2017 at 2:00 pm, with Father Gabriel officiating with keeping with Barbara's wishes cremation to follow with the Inurnment to follow at later date. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com    A special thanks to The Chemo Unit (W.M.R.Hospital) in Corner Brook, NL, and Dr. Bowen and Dr. Siddiqui and the nursing staff of the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders. The funeral arrangements are under the direction of parsons Funeral Home & Chapel, 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL.
"Forever in our Hearts"

HYNES, Florence (Eileen) (nee MacPherson)
Born: February 2nd, 1936
Passed on: December 2nd, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with heavy hearts that we sadly announce the passing of our beloved mother and step-mother on Dec. 2, 2017 at the age of 81 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories: her beloved husband Bill of 27 years; her children, sons: Keith (Susan) of Saskatoon, Ken (Princealean) of Corner Brook NL, Kerry (Loraine) of Ontario, Kirk (Karen) of Ontario, and daughter Karen (Tom) of St. John's NL; step-sons: Bill (Lorraine) of Ontario, Walter, David, Wayne, Paul (Marion); step-daughters: Mary (Will) Pynn, Dianne Hynes, Susane (Darrell) Ralph, Donna (Campbell) Leonard, Julia (Dennis) Slavin; brothers: Ron (Karen) MacPherson, Art (Betty) MacPherson, Bob (Sheila); sisters: Alda Swain, Jessie Williams, Lestra (John); 21 step-grandchildren, 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Eileen is predeceased by her parents William & Edna MacPherson, sister Anna Macdonald, and 2 step-sons: Clyde & Robert Hynes. At Eileen's request, cremation has taken place. Friends and family may visit Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Wednesday Dec. 6, 2017 from the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. A funeral service will take place Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017 from the Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30am with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Crohn's Foundation. The family guestbook can be signed by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

HYNES, Lawrence Andrew
Born: October 11th, 1942
Passed on: December 20th, 2017
Stephenville Crossing, NL
It is with heavy hearts that the family of the Late Larry Hynes announce his passing on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Sir Thomas Roddick Hospital in Stephenville at the age of 75 years. He will be forever loved, remembered and missed by his wife Sheila; sons: Mark (Charlene), Brian (Shelley); grandchildren: Emma, Matthew and Kale. He also leaves to mourn his brothers: Hubert (Christine), George, William (Ann), Wallace (Theresa); sisters: Mary, Betty (Eddie) Hulan, Martha (Adrian) Bennett as well as many nieces, nephew other family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Amedia and Bernadette Hynes; brothers: Lester, Amedius, Conrad and Gerard. Visitation will take place at Fillatre's Funeral Home in Stephenville Crossing on Thursday, December 21st from 7 - 9 p.m. and Friday, December 22nd from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral mass will take place on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 10 a.m. from Assumption Parish in Stephenville Crossing, NL. with Father Edmund Dantes officiating. Interment in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Stephenville Crossing will take place following the service. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Bay St. George Sick Children's Foundation. To sign the family guestbook please visit our website www.fillatre.ca    Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing, NL.

KING, Margaret (nee Sheppard)
Born: August 14th, 1932
Passed on: December 2nd, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Margaret King announce her passing on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at her family residence in Corner Brook at the age of 85 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Christine (Martin), Albert (Pauline), Marilyn (George), Marie (Brian), Eric (Levina), Bernice (Don), Sandra (Wayne), Linda (Philip), Karen, Gerard (Joanne) and Cathy (Leon); grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Clifford and son Brian. A special thank you to Dr. Sheldon Butt, Nicole Lafosse, Jackie Kennedy and home care workers especially Amy. Cremation has taken place. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Wednesday, December 6 from the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. from where the funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. from Fillatre's Funeral Chapel, St. Mark's Avenue with Father Edward Terry officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

LeDREW, Judith (Judie) Gail (nee Way)
Born: November 19th, 1949
Passed on: December 3rd, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Judith LeDrew announce her peaceful passing on Dec. 3, 2017 at the WMRH in her 68th year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: her husband of 32 years Leonard LeDrew; 2 sons: Douglas LeDrew (Eileen), Andrew LeDrew (Shelby Park); 2 grandchildren: Brandon LeDrew and Alicia LeDrew; 2 great-grandchildren: Sophia Maynard LeDrew and Jaymz Douglas Maynard LeDrew; mother Helen Way; brother Bryan Way; aunt Ruth Green; brothers-in-law Bill LeDrew (Edith), Gerry LeDrew (Annita), Paul LeDrew (Joan), Joseph LeDrew; sister-in-law Grace LeDrew (Rufus Drake) also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Judie was predeceased by her father Roland Way, brothers Robert Way and Barry Way; brothers-in-law John LeDrew, Michael LeDrew and Gus LeDrew. At Judie's request cremation is to take place. Visitation will take place from Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday Dec. 7, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. The funeral will take place on Friday, Dec. 8, 2017 at 10 am from the Most Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Parish with Father Terry officiating. Interment to follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted, or donations can be made to the Western Memorial Hospital Auxiliary or to a charity of one's choice. The family guestbook can be signed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

MARSHALL, Maud (Jane)
Born: December 20th, 1954
Passed on: December 29th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Maud (Jane) Marshall announce her passing at the Corner Brook Long Term Care on Dec. 29, 2017 at the age of 63 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: her daughter Jocelyn Griffin (husband John); her grandchildren Hailey and Nicholas. Her siblings Jerry (Jocelyn), Albert (Joan), Cyril (Elaine), Lorne (Paulette); brother-in-law Brian Blackwood also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Maud was predeceased by her parents Frank and Emily Marshall and her sister Ida Blackwood. In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no formal visitation or funeral at this time. Interment will take place at a later date. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the doctors and staff of 4 North Corner Brook Long Term Care Center for the care Jane received. As expressions of sympathy, there will be no flowers by request, in lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Friends and family may sign the guestbook by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

MARTIN, Amy Athelyn
Passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, at the Eden House Care Facility, Guelph, on Tuesday, December 12, 2017. Amy Athelyn (Berry) Martin age 96 years, was the beloved wife of the late William Martin. She was the loving mother of Gloria Vermeulen and her late husband Jack, Bill Martin, Valerie Martin and her husband Paul Hawkey, Don Martin, and Marilyn Dickinson and her husband Randy. Amy was the proud grandmother of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister Lillian Butler. Private cremation has taken place. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. Donation cards are available at the Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Funeral Home 252 Dublin St. N., Guelph, ON 519-822-4731 or send condolences at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com

MARTIN, Robert Leslie
Born: October 25th, 1931
Passed on: December 20th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Robert Leslie Martin announce his passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on December 20, 2017 at the age of 86 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Tony (Mary) Martin, Sherry (Craven) Fudge, Tanna Martin; grandchildren: Toni, Miranda, Joshua, Andrew, Matthew; great-grandchildren: Kennedy; sisters: Jean, Helen (Leonard), and Sherry (Dave); and also a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Ruby (Anstey); parents Les and Gladys Martin; sisters: Margaret, Ruby, and Myra; brothers-in-law: Jack Robbins, Wilson Piercey, and Clyde Whalen. At Robert's request, cremation has taken place. Friends and family may visit Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 country road Friday, December 22, 2017 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. Funeral and interment to take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted, or memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian Cancer Society.
"Forever In Our Hearts"

McCARTHY, Mary Louise
Born: April 16th, 1945
Passed on: December 16th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mary Louise McCarthy announce her peaceful passing, surrounded by her loving family at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in her 72nd year. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Jacqueline Locke (Jeff), Gary (Trina), Mary Louise Noel (Rob); daughter-in-law Nancy McCarthy; grandchildren: Stephen (Andrea), Angela (Neil), Tyler, Ashley, Alex (Eva), Joshua, Kelly, and Stephen (Krista); great-grandchildren: Owen, Corey, Seanna, Sean, and Noah; sisters: Ruby Hann and Peggy Dawe (Mac); brothers: Woodrow Head, Harvey Head (Imelda), Fred Shea (Shirley); brother-in-law Walter Miller; her furry friend Simon; and also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Thomas McCarthy; son Sean McCarthy; parents Hedley and Alfreda Head; sisters: Marie Head, Lillian Fisher, Maisie Miller; brother Clayton Head; sister-in-law Pearl Head; brothers-in-law: William Fisher and Edwin Hann. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 176 Country Road, Sunday, Dec 17, 2017 from the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. A funeral service will take place at the Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel at 10am, Monday, Dec 18, 2017 with Father Jim Robertson officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia. Flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. The family would like to send a special thank-you to the staff and nurses of 3 south long-term care, Palliative care and 3A. Also, a very special thank you to Dr. Dunn and Dr. Scanlon for the compassion, respect, and support that they have shown Louise and the family through this difficult time. The family guestbook may be signed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Let Fall from Heaven a Shower of Roses"

McWHIRTER, Ralph Bruce
Born: November 29th, 1939
Passed on: December 1st, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Ralph Bruce McWhirter announce his passing on Friday, December 1, 2017, at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, at the age 78 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his daughter Jennifer (Corwin); grandchildren: Kaitlyn and Devin; sisters: Judy (Norb) Joyce and Elizabeth Ryder; sister-in-law Linda (Don) Sweeney; brother-in-law Wayne (Marina) Sexton; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Doreen McWhirter, parents, brothers Harry (Mary) McWhirter and Fred (Madge) McWhirter, sisters Marjorie (Jack) Ryan, Lottie (Gord) Reid, Laureen (Howard) Park, Alice Burggraaf, Shirley (Len) Clarke and Barb Murphy. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Sunday from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Monday, December 4 at 11 a.m. from Humber United Church, Clarence Street with Rev. Jocelyn Cook officiating. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, flowers graciously accepted or donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

MOWBRAY, Pamela Eve
Born: February 19th, 1943
Passed on: December 23rd, 2017
February 19, 1943
Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica -
December 23, 2017
Calgary, Alberta
Eve Mowbray (nee Robertson) of Calgary passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at the age of 74 years. Eve is survived by her children, Guy (Angela), Tanya (Jason), and Gordon (Amy); her grandchildren, Liam, Rylee, Jude, Gage, Ruby-Mae, Madeleine, and Mae; brother Alan; and extended family and friends. Eve was predeceased by her husband Peter. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY (Crowfoot, 82 Crowfoot Circle N.W., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow at the funeral home. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com    In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes in Eve's honour may be made directly to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta, 200, 119 - 14th Street N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1Z6 Telephone: (403) 264-5549, www.heartandstroke.ca    In living memory of Eve Mowbray, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: 403-241-0044. You may wish to email your family and friends to let them know that the above obituary may be viewed online at: www.mcinnisandholloway.com

MURPHY, John Douglas (Johnny)
Passed on: December 25th, 2017
1957-2017
It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Douglas Murphy announce his sudden passing at his family residence in Summerside, NL on Monday, December 25, 2017 at the age of 60 years. John resided and worked in Fort McMurray, Alberta for 30 years as a heavy equipment operator with Local Union 955 returning to reside to the place he loved most "His Home." John leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories father Earl Murphy, Summerside; son Chad Murphy (Banna), Ontario; grandchildren: Chloe and Emily Murphy, Ontario; brother Todd Murphy (Julia); sister Vivian Loder (Terry); nieces: Stacy Christopher (Fred), Mallory Loder (Dave) and Mary Loder; nephews: Bruce Murphy (Jade) and Brandon Murphy (Tara); very special great-nephews who will dearly miss him Wesley Christopher and Jaxson Murphy; aunts and uncles: Lottie Janes (Randy), Ruby Harrison, Nora Cheeseman, Annie Christianson and Jack Hann (Deloris); good buddy and cousin George Sheppard along with a large circle of relatives and friends. John was predeceased by mother Laura Murphy, sister Trudy Murphy whom he missed dearly and brother Richard Loder. Cremation has taken place. A private funeral service will be arranged at the family's request. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca
"His kind and giving heart, hearty laugh and love of his family will always be treasured."

NICHOLLE, Cyril William
Born: November 12th, 1944
Passed in: Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Passed on: December 10th, 2017
Cyril William Nicholle passed peacefully away at the Long Term Care Home in Corner Brook, December 10, 2017 at the age of 73. He leaves to mourn his wife Shirley (nee Pelley) of 49 years. His four children Rodney, Jeremy (Kristen) both of Brampton, ON, Paula of Corner Brook and Scott (Irene) of Edmonton AB. Four grandchildren Kirk, Kathleen, Faith and Hope. His siblings Ralph (Mona), Marie Payne, Margaret Ellsworth and Betty (Craig) Burridge as well as a large circle of nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Cyril was predeceased by his parents Earl and Violet, brothers Clarence and Randy, brothers-in-law Russo Payne and Leonard Ellsworth. A visitation for friends and family will be held from Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road, on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm from where the funeral service will be held on December 13, 2017 at 2pm at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to follow at Mount Patricia, Gospel Hall section. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations can be made to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation. The guest book for condolences may be viewed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

NICHOLS, Josephine Joan(nee Delaney)
Born: April 18th, 1944
Passed on: December 8th, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Josephine Joan Nichols, announce her passing on Friday, December 8th, 2017 at the age of 73. Joan will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 48 years, Ivan James; her children Ivan Roy, Stacy, and son-in-law Curtis Dawe. She leaves 3 grandchildren Ivan Ryan, Callum and Sadie. Also mourning are her brothers Edward, Tony (Phyllis) and Marty (Jenny), sisters-in-law Betty and Debbie. She was predeceased by her parents, John Felix and Nettie-Hope Delaney (nee Allen), brothers John Alfred, and Christopher, and step-brother Len Snook. Joan will also be forever remembered by her numerous uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends including best friends of teenage years Mary Dantzer, Eunice Lambert, and Donna Nowe of Kitchener. She loved Marina Park, her daughter Samantha, Marilyn Stevens, Karon Parsons and Marlene Pittman like her family. Special thanks to the staff at Deer Lake Manor, to the doctors and nurses in Palliative Care at WMRH and Dr. Brazil, the pulmonary specialist. Special thank you to Major Henry Bingle, Major Winnie Burt, The Salvation Army Church in Deer Lake and Parsons Funeral Home. Visitation was held at Parsons Funeral Home in Deer Lake on Tuesday, Dec. 12th, 2017 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. The funeral service in memory of Joan will be held at the Salvation Army Church in Deer Lake today., Dec. 13th, 2017 at 2:00 pm. The family will be receiving family and friends after the funeral service at YP Hall. Interment will be held at the Salvation Army plot at the interdenominational cemetery on Wight's Rd. No flowers by request, but donations will be gladly accepted by the Salvation Army Church Building Fund or the Pulmonary Lung Disease Foundation. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com
"Forever in our Hearts"

PARK, Gilles Bradley
Born: November 24th, 1964
Passed on: December 12th, 2017
Cox's Cove, NL
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, Gilles Bradley Park, of Cox's Cove, NL, age 53 years on Tuesday, December 12th, 2017. Leaving to mourn his wife and best friend Ethel of 29 years, his pride, joy and best bud, his son Jordan, his mom and dad William and Millicent, mother-in-law Emma Park, brothers Barry, Blaine (Patti-Lou), sister Renee (Paul), special cousin whom he called brother Baxter (Nancy), brothers-in-law Ross (Joan), Basil, Frank (Donna), Rodney (Kelly), Roger, sisters-in-law Jessie (Jerome), Delora (Raymond), aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many, many friends. Predeceased by his grandparents Pearl and Irvine Park, Bessie and Ernest Bishop, father-in-law Roy Park, aunts Bessie and Bertha, uncles Sam, Heber, Herbert, and Ernest. Gilles' love of children and learning blessed and enriched him with a 29 year teaching career. A profession he whole-heartedly enjoyed. He had a profound impact on many that he taught; evident in meetings and conversations he had with students in later years. The very essence of Gilles' character was exemplified by his effortless ability to make long lasting connections and build relationships with everyone he touched. The relationships made, forever remained important to him and were never diminished by time or distance. Like his legacy, Gilles' personality was larger than life. His cheerful, lively and humoristic charm, made his presence very well-known and loved in his gatherings with friends and family. Gatherings that always included his love of music, singing and playing guitar. Gilles could be counted on to share with us his amazing renditions of his country and Irish-Newfoundland favorites. Friends and family may visit St. Nicholas' Anglican Church in Cox's Cove on Thursday, December 14th, from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9:30 p.m. from where the funeral service will be held on Friday, December 15th at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Mario P. Melendez officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Cox's Cove. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to The Children's Wish Foundation or The St. Nicholas Anglican Church Memorial Fund. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

PAYNE, Annie Melissa (nee Brake)
Born: January 21st, 1936
Passed on: December 12th, 2017
It is with great sadness that the families of Annie Melissa Payne nee Brake announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in Corner Brook, NL, on Tuesday, December 12th, 2017, at the age of 81 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Philip of 57 year's marriage, her children; Eugene (Dog Max), Paulette (Alfred), Karen (Wayne), Kathy, Margie (Roddie), Vonda (Fred), Stephanie (Jimmy), and Michael, her grandchildren: Christopher, Jason, Kristina, Barry, Brian, Nicko, Noah, Nakisha, Phillip, Julia, Makeala, Dylan, and Darren, her great-grandchildren: Salena, Scarlet, Dakota, Desiree, Travis, Jamie, Emma, Jaida, Mathew, Hailey, her siblings: Robert (Joyce), Ruby (Don), Dinah (Ben), Mercedes, and Marg. Brothers-in-law: Jack (Wanda), Noel (Edna), and Russell. Also a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, extended family and friends. Annie was predeceased by her parents; Dinah and Leslie Brake, daughter; Effie, and Infant Son, her brothers and sisters: Ned, Albert, Joan (Ale), Leona, Jane, Judy, and Effie, brother and sister-in-laws: Manium, Lucy, Lizzer, Violet (Doug). The family will be receiving family and friends at the Anglican Church in Trout River, NL, on Thursday, December 14th, 2017, from the hours of 7-9 pm, and continuing on Friday, December 15th, 2017, from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm, where also the funeral service will take place from on Saturday, December 16th, 2017 at 2:00 pm, with Rev. Kay short officiating with the burial to follow at the Church Cemetery in Trout River, NL. To sign the guest book or send a message of condolence please visit our web page at www.parsonsfuneralhome.com    The funeral arrangements are under the direction of Parsons Funeral Home & Chapel 63 North Main Street, Deer Lake, NL. A big thank - you to all the Dr's and Staff of the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, in Corner Brook, NL. The Payne and Brake families.
"Forever in our Hearts"

PAYNE, Ronald Bertram (Bert)
Born: March 16th, 1923
Passed on: December 12th, 2017
Cox's Cove, NL
WWII Veteran
It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Payne announce his passing at the Corner Brook Long Term Care Center on Dec. 12, 2017 at the age of 94 years. Ronald was predeceased by his parents: Albert and Winnifred Payne, son: Rick Payne (wife Carmel), and sister: Minnie and brothers Harold and Reginald. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary "Polly" Payne (nee Park). His daughters: Karen Hussey (Terry), Vicky Holwell (Wayne), Penny Parsons (Rick); his furry friends, Lemon and Bailey, whom he loved and adored. His grandchildren Alicia Harrietha (Chris), Nikki and Stacey Payne, Dusty Hussey (Tamara), Stephanie and Kelly Holwell. Poppy's adored great-grandchildren Brooklyn, Jace, Liam and Vincent. His brother Foster Payne (Annie and family). His sister Ruby Stone and family. Special family members Wayne and Mary, Clarence and Judy. Visitation will take place from St. Nicholas Anglican Cox's Cove on Friday, Dec. 15, 2017 from 6-9pm from where the funeral service will take place on Sat., Dec. 16, 2017 at 2 pm with Rev. Mario Melendez officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, no flowers by request. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the NL Alzheimer's Society or the St. Nicholas Anglican Church Fund Cox's Cove. The family guestbook for condolences can be signed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Lest We Forget"

ROBINSON, Glendon Robert
Born: September 12th, 1953
Passed on: December 12th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Glenden Robinson announce his passing on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 64 years. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories his wife Marion; children: George (Tina), Glenn, Craig, Kristy (Brad), and Chad; grandson Wyatt; stepfather Roland; sisters: Inez (Dwight), Abby (Ed), Valerie (Claude), Peggy (Mike), Lorna, and Karen (Alvin); brothers: Paul, Dale (Nora), and Colin (Valerie); sisters-in-law: Marilyn, Jessie (Allan), and Beverly (Kevin); brothers-in-law: Lloyd (Bonnie), and Gary; special aunts Vera, Leona (Leslie), aunt-in-law Helen, and a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mom and dad Selina and George; parents Sylvia and Fred; parents-in-law Harry and Rhoda; siblings: Herman, Tracey, Kelly and Linda; nephew Colin; special aunt Mary (Richard) and uncles Carl and Alex (Ivy), uncle-in-law George. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Thursday, December 14th from the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service will take place from Epiphany Anglican Church in McIver's on Friday, December 15th at 11 a.m. with Rev. Mario Melendez officiating. Interment to follow at Anglican Cemetery Cox's Cove. As expressions of sympathy flowers are graciously accepted or donations may be made to a Charity of One's Choice. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca

ROWSELL, Sarah Ellen
Born: January 21st, 1948
Passed on: December 18th, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Sarah Ellen Rowsell announce her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday, December 18, 2017 at the age of 69 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories daughters Kathy (John), Trina, son Laurie (April), step-daughter Desiree, grand-children Taylor, Jagger, Katrina, Brody, Sophie, Sarah, Ava, sisters: Carrie, Bernice (Austin), Marie (Max), and Shirley (Bud), brothers Thomas (Rose), Reg (Michelle), Ken, and Terry (Nola), sister in law Dorothy Vincent, and also a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was predeceased by her father Freddy and mother Phoebe, husband Gerald Rowsell, special friend Clay Falker, brother Albert, sister Mary. At Sarah's request cremation has taken place. Friends and family may visit Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday, December 21, 2017 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm. A funeral service will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, December 22, 2017 at 2p.m. with Rev. Tanya White officiating. Interment to follow at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted, or memorial donations can be made to the family or Children's Wish Foundation. The family guest book for condolences may be signed by visiting our website at www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

RUBIA, Lawrence Bernard
Born: September 14th, 1939
Passed on: December 6th, 2017
Stephenville Crossing, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lawrence Rubia announce his passing on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center, Stephenville Crossing, NL at the age of 78 years. He will always be remembered and loved by his wife Olivera; children: Penny (Byron) Lucas, Todd (Wanda), Jamie; grandchildren: Samone, Karissa, Stephanie, Samantha, Brandon, Travis, Jordyn, Sydney, Madison; sisters: Rita Keating, Winnie (Stan) MacFatridge; brothers: Marcel (Madonna), Roy and a large number of nieces, nephews other family and friends. He was pre-deceased by his parents Allan & Rose Rubia; sisters: Maggie, Matilda, Corinne, Anna; brothers: Dan, Isadore, Herbert, Ray, Allan and Charlie. The family would like to thank the staff of the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center for the wonderful care they provided Lawrence over the past several years. Visitation will take place at Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing on Friday, Dec. 8th from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Assumption Parish, Stephenville Crossing on Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 10 a.m. with Father Edmund Dantes officiating. Interment will take place following the service in the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Stephenville Crossing, NL. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart Stroke Foundation. To sign the family guestbook, please visit our website at www.fillatre.ca   Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fillatre's Funeral Home, Stephenville Crossing, NL.

SHEPPARD, Harold Joseph Warford
Born: November 17th, 1954
Passed on: December 22nd, 2017
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Harold Joseph Warford Sheppard announce his passing on Friday, December 22, 2017 at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 63 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children: Kyle, Melissa and Tracey; his father, 3 sisters and 2 brothers; special friends the Gills family; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his mother Isabel Warford. Friends may visit Fillatre's Funeral Home, 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Friday, December 29 from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Cremation to follow, funeral service and interment at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the family. The family guest book may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca

SHEPPARD, Tracy Ann (nee Vincent)
Born: April 29th, 1971
Passed on: December 4th, 2017
York Harbour, NL
It is with sad and grieving hearts that the family of the late Tracy Ann Sheppard (nee Vincent) announces her passing at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital on Monday December 4, 2017 at the age of 46 years. A courageous woman who fought a brave battle against cancer and leaves a great legacy of love which will live on in the hearts of her family and friends forever. She was an inspiration to all who knew her and will be greatly missed by her devoted and loving husband Dean Sheppard, and their two children Hailey and Travis. She also leaves to mourn her siblings Mary, Ellen (Derrick), Ruby (Bill), Art (Mary), Bonnie (Jerome), Roseanne (Floyd), Louise (Harold), Jim (Judy), Frank (Cynthia), Ted (Wanda), and Nancy (Dan); her father-in-law Gerald Sheppard, brother-in-law Terry Sheppard (Laura), sister-in-law Paula Kendell (Wilfred). Mourning her loss is also a large number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She is predeceased by her parents Arthur and Christina Vincent, mother-in-law Margaret Sheppard and sister Elaine Park, brothers-in-law Eric Humber and William O'Keefe. At Tracy's request, cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place at Country Haven Funeral Home, 167 Country Road on Thursday December 7, 2017 between the hours of 2 to 4 and 6 to 9pm from where a celebration of Tracy Ann Sheppard's life will take place at 8pm from the Country Haven Funeral Home Chapel. Interment to take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or memorial donations can be made to the Children's Wish Foundation. The family guestbook can be signed by visiting www.country-haven.ca
"Forever In Our Hearts"

SLOAN, Pauline Simone
Passed on: December 2nd, 2017
Peacefully passed away at St. Luke's Place, Cambridge, Ontario, on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 80 years of age. Beloved wife of the late James Sloan. Loving mother of Jim (Ramona), Bill (Alicia), and Todd (Nicole). Cherished grandmother of Matthew Sloan and Bradley Sloan. Will be sadly missed by her siblings Mary Williams (Richard), Roy Pennell (Pearle), and Lorne Pennell (Mary). Pauline will also be missed by her many extended family members. Cremation has taken place. A private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family (www.alzheimer.ca). Online condolences may be placed at www.lounsburyfuneralhome.com

SNOOK, Elizabeth
Passed on: December 19th, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Elizabeth Snook announce her passing at the Bay St. George Long Term Care Center in Stephenville Crossing on December 19th 2017 at the age of 96 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Albert (Josee) in Quebec, Patricia Ward in Stephenville, Isabel (Wilson) Matthews in Lab City and Mary (Anthony) Smith in Stephenville. Also leaving to mourn ten grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Edward and Mary Joy, her husband Albert Snook and her two sisters Margaret McCormack and Ann Morrison. Visitation will take place on Thursday December 21st from 7-9 P.M from Russell's Funeral Home in Stephenville. The funeral service will take place on Friday December 22nd at 10 A.M from St. Stephen's Parish on West Street with interment in the Hillside Interfaith Cemetery on the Hansen Highway.

TOMS, Lloyd Wilson
It is with deep sadness that the family of the late Lloyd Wilson Toms announces his passing on Sunday December 17, 2017 at the Corner Brook Long Term Care Home at the age of 94. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his son Mark (Bernice); his two granddaughters: Amanda (Kyle Hunter) and Stephanie (Jordan Brimner); his two great-granddaughters: Meika and Gemma Hunter; sister: Elenor Edison; brothers: Raymond (Jenny), Donald and James; as well as a large circle of family and friends. He was pre-deceased by his wife of 55 years Georgina Mary Toms, parents, Herbert and Maude Toms, parents-in-law Richard and Olive Shears; sister Gladys (William) Greene: sister-in-law Ruth Toms and brother-in-law Cyril Edison. Friends may visit St. Paul's United Church, 17 Spruce Street in Deer Lake on Thursday, December 21 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. The funeral service will be held at St. Paul's United Church on Friday, December 22, 2017 at 2pm with Reverend Myles Vardy officiating. Interment to take place at a later time. As expressions of sympathy donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society. To sign the family guest book or make memorial donations, visit our website www.fillatre.ca

WALL, Henry Bruce
Passed on: December 21st, 2017
In loving memory of Henry Bruce Wall, 70 Years, Thursday, December 21st, 2017, at Health Sciences North. Beloved husband of Joan (Fitzpatrick) Wall. Loving father of Brian (Sue) and Philip (Dawna). Cherished grandfather of Alexander and Lilith. Dear son of Stewart and Edna Wall both predeceased. Dear brother of Eileen, Mary, Beryl, Doreen, Glenda, Ray and Ern. Born in Howely, Newfoundland, Henry retired from INCO as a hoistman in 1998 with 33 years of service. He loved to help people, especially children. Henry was a dedicated and active volunteer for many years, serving as a Director with the Navy League of Canada, Ontario Division for 30 years. He was a Life Member of the Navy League of Canada, Ontario Division and Sudbury Branch, a member of Royal Canadian Legion Falconbridge #336, a Past Governor of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge, Sudbury Branch #230, a past member of the Ontario Mine Rescue with INCO and he received the Priory Award from St. John Canada as well as the Governor General's caring Canadian Award. The family wish to thank the staff of the HSN ICU, especially Henry's doctor Theresa Mirka for their excellent care and compassion. At Henry's request there will be no visitation or service. Cremation at the Park Lawn Crematorium. A celebration of his life will be held at the Moose Lodge at a later date. Donations to the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Lougheed Funeral Home.

WISEMAN, Roy Frank
Passed on: December 2nd, 2017
Pasadena, NL
1932 - 2017
It is with a deep sense of sadness that Joan has had to say a final farewell to her husband and best friend of 64 years. Roy left this world on December 2, 2017 at Corner Brook, Long Term Care after a fight with Pneumonia. He has left behind his wife Joan, daughter Lynne (Paul), grandson Jarrod (Candice) of England, granddaughter Hailey (Logan) of Ontario, and only great-granddaughter Scarlett. Roy left behind sisters Dorothy, Tres, and Shirley, brother Les, and predeceased by brother Kevin. Roy also had numerous step-sisters and brothers and their partners some of whom have passed. In a closer circle are his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A very special and heartfelt thank you to Daphne for selflessly spending the last couple of nights with him. A special mention and thank you to the nurses and caregivers at Long Term Care. Visitation will take place from Fillatre's Funeral Home 4 St. Mark's Avenue on Monday, December 4th from the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. From where funeral service will take place at the Chapel on Tuesday, December 5th at 11:00 a.m. with Majors Ed and Luanne Barrow officiating. Interment to Follow at Mount Patricia Cemetery. As expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the SPCA, which is greatly appreciated by the family as Roy was a great animal lover. To sign the family guestbook, you may visit our website at www.fillatre.ca