MACEY, ANNIE JUANITA

June 10, 1951 - February 20, 2025

With heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Annie on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony, surrounded by her loving family.

Annie was born to Alfred and Margaret Snow where she resided. She worked at the St. Anthony fish plant for a short period. It was there she met the love of her life, Hubert Macey. In 1970, they were married and together they had two boys, the late Rodney, and Jason.

Annie loved life and was very contented to be a stay-at-home wife and mom. She was a person you seldom saw around the community, only when it was “grocery shopping time” (something she loved dearly). Her whole life totally evolved around caring for her physically challenged son, Jason.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband of 54 years; Hubert; Son: Jason; Grandchildren: Tori and Tenesha; Sister: Vashti (Will Jo); Brother: Glen (Cora); Brother: Ned (Vivian); her favourite Aunt Annie, as well as many nieces, nephews, In-laws, and other extended family.

Annie is predeceased by her parents: Alfred and Margaret Snow; Son: Rodney; Sister: Naomi Chubbs, and Brother: Stanley Snow.

Visitation to take place at KM Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Friday, February 21 from 7-9 pm and Saturday/Sunday from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Celebration of life will be held on Monday, February 24th, 2025 at 2:00 PM from the Salvation Army Citadel, St. Anthony with Majors Anthony and Beverley Dart-Stokes officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

SAUNDERS, RITA MAY (Nee Earle)

Celebrating the life of Rita May (Earle)(Hussey) Saunders.

September 11th, 1932 - February 17, 2025.

Aged 92 years.

Rita was born to parents William and Alice Earle of St. Lunaire- Griquet. She was one of 11 children born to them. Rita married Sidney Hussey of St. Lunaire on the 7th day of January, 1949. Together they brought 14 precious children into the world.

Rita is survived by her children; Pansy (Clyde), Roy (Lucy), Verna (Rod), Blanche (Al), Bruce, Lynn (Winston), Ruby, Michelle (Brad), and Tanya (Danny), Rochelle (Daughter/Granddaughter); 22 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren, sister Marsha (Lew); Son-in-laws: Austin and Albert; and brothers in law Noah and Morgan. (As well as a large circle of family and friends).

She was predeceased by sons; Tony and David, Daughters; Ann, Joy and Lillian, First husband; Sidney, and second husband; Eric.

During her 92 years she devoted many years to raising her children, whom she loved dearly. She worked for a number of years at Fishery Products International. She was also a devoted member of the United Church- Her faith in God was unwavering. She cherished her relationships with friends and family alike. Her home was a place where all were welcomed. She was a wonderful cook, baker, and homemaker. Her personality was jovial, kind, caring, compassionate and loving. She never met a stranger and she always made time to get to know everyone she met. Whether you knew her a lifetime or only a short while, she had a way of making you comfortable in her presence.

To the world she was one person, but, to her family, she was the world.

Rest in peace precious mother.

Visitation will be held on Friday February 21st at the Central United Church at Quirpon Branch from 2-4pm and 7-9pm, The funeral service will be held at 2pm on Saturday February 22nd followed by burial at the Old United Cemetery in St. Lunaire-Griquet
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Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

HOPKINS, BERTHA MILDRED

Bertha Mildred Hopkins (nee Tucker) May 4, 1946 – February 12,2025

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bertha Mildred Hopkins announce her passing on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, Palliative Care Unit at the age of 78 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her husband Wilson Hopkins; son David Thomas Hopkins (Michael), Rockport, Ontario; her sister Cora Johnston (Larry), Fort McMurray, Alberta; sisters: Margaret Newman, and Sharon McKinnon. Brothers: Stennie and Leander Tucker; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Bertha loved nothing more than travelling the country with her husband and son. Her sense of adventure took her all over the country, from Englee to Leaf Rapids, Fort McMurray, Gananoque, Springdale and so many more. Always looking forward to the next adventure and loved jumping in the car asking where are we going today.

Over her lifetime Bertha made numerous friends. From the girls in the many hotels she worked, a job she loved, to the many family members whom were also lifelong friends. The door was always open to anyone in need of a new start, a place to call home when they were so far home. Often taking the couch when someone was in need of bed. Bert was loved by many and respected by all.

She also loved the simpler things in life after her years of travelling the country. Country walks with Wilson, fishing, berry picking, making jam and the bread to eat it on. An evening of Yahtzee or knitting a pair of socks she was happy, always laughing. We’ll always remember her laughter. Besides her family her loves in life were her dogs, there was never a dog that didn’t make her smile. Bertha will now live on, in the happy memories of all those who loved her.

The family would like the nurses of Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony and the family that surrounded her in her final hours. Thanks to Adrienne and the staff of Roddickton House for caring and assisting her in final days at the home. Thanks to Shirley’s Haven for caring for Wilson while she was at the hospital.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada https://alzheimer.ca

Visitation is being held at the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee Beginning Friday. February 14th, 2025 and continuing through to the Funeral Service at 2pm on Sunday, February 16th, 2025, With Pastor Michael Ivany officiating. burial will follow in the Church Cemetery.

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CHRISTENSSEN, GEOFFREY (GEOFF) DAVID

October 4th, 1945 – February 9th ,2025  

With great sadness Wendy, his beloved wife, best friend and soul mate for over 50 years is letting everyone know that Geoff passed away peacefully in the early hours on the morning of Sunday February 9th, 2025. 

Geoff was born and educated in Cambridge, England, his big claim to fame was that he was taught English by Douglas Adam the author of “Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy”. and “Don’t Panic” was always a guiding phrase that Geoff would remind himself of as he came up against any problems in his life. Geoff was also extremely adventurous being a founding member of the British Sub Aqua Club in Cambridge doing recreational and professional dives for the police and for companies. Geoff was very smart, he successfully played in chess tournaments on a Cambridgeshire Team. Geoff worked at the British Welding Research Institute in Abingdon, Cambridgeshire as a Mechanical Design Engineer working on welding projects from all over the world. Geoff also did detailed plans and architectural projects for people wanting extensions and renovations completed on their homes.  Geoff throughout his life quietly volunteered hours of his time to help other people, helping to raise funds and improve their living environments (an example in St Anthony is the 4 houses the St Anthony Area Lions Club / Habitat for Humanity Housing project that many people in the town helped be successful), I tagged along helping and supporting him in many of his endeavors.  

Geoff and I married April 1st, 1973, and this year would have been our 52nd wedding anniversary. Geoff was the youngest in his family, he has an older brother John and older sister Jean still living in Fulbourn, England. Geoff’s English mother and Swedish father have both passed away, and he was also predeceased by an older brother Peter. Geoff has two nieces, Anna and Victoria living in England with their families, they are Peter’s two daughters. 

Geoff is being cremated as he wanted, and an intermate memorial service will be held for Geoff at a later date when it has been arranged.                                               

The picture of Geoff is how I will always remember him, the years have gone by far too quickly and I will miss him and love him forever. 

PATEY, DRUSCILLA (Nee Taylor)

October 8, 1950 - February 3, 2025

It is with deep sadness that the family of the late Drucilla Patey announce her passing on the 3rd of February, 2025 at the age of 74.

Drucilla loved to spend her time in the outdoors, whether close to home or at her cabin. She also loved to fish- summer or winter! She liked to trout, ice fish and smelt. Most of all, she loved to spend time with her family, especially her two grandsons. Being a grandmother was one of her greatest joys but she was also a cherished wife of over 54 years, mother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be dearly missed by those who loved and knew her.

She leaves to cherish memories, her husband: Louden; Daughter: Jeanne (Roger); Son: Lorne (Janet); Grandsons: Nicko and Ethan; Brothers: Abel (Viola), Norman (Gloria); Sisters: Bertha and Lucy, as well as many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and other extended family.

Drucilla is predeceased by her Parents: Llewelyn and Emily Taylor; and Brothers; Hector, Harvey, and Willie.

A celebration of life will take place on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM from the St. Anthony United Church with Carol Roberts and Minnie Morris officiating. Inurnment to follow at a later date.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

EDDISON, JANET

May 21st 1963- February 1st, 2025

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that we, the family of Janet Eddison announce her passing. Janet passed away peacefully on February 1st, 2025 at the Health Science Center in St. Johns surrounded by family.

Janet Eddison was born on May 21st, 1963 to Harvey and Rita Hillier of Griquet, NL, she was one of fourteen children. She moved to Noddy Bay and married the love of her life Arthur Eddison on May 22, 1981 and had three beautiful children that were her greatest accomplishment.

Janet leaves to mourn her three children, son Greg (Sherry); daughters Sheena (Ryan) and Nikki (Adam); grandchildren, Paityn, Ben, Jack and Conrad and mother-in-law Marion, along with a large circle of family and friends.

She is predeceased by her husband Art, parents Harvey and Rita, sisters Leona and Ruby and brothers Alvin, Wilfred and Dennis.

Public visitation will be held at Calvary Pentecostal Church on February 5, 2024 from 7:00-8:00 pm. With a celebration of life on February 6, 2025 at 2:00 pm with Pastors Geoff and Charity Butler officiating. Burial will follow the service at Quirpon Community Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

SPARKES, EPHRAIM JOHN

With heavy hearts, the family of Ephraim John Sparkes, age 84, of St. Anthony, NL, announces his peaceful passing on January 31, 2025, at Western Health's Palliative Care Unit, surrounded by his loving family.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Ephraim was the rock of his family. He shared 63 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Marina Sparkes, who was his greatest companion and best friend. together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished moments.

Born on October 6, 1940 in Lower Island Cove. Ephraim dedicated his life to teaching, shaping the minds and futures of countless students over the years. His passion for education went beyond the classroom, as he believed that learning was a lifelong journey. Whether he was explaining a lesson, sharing a story, or offering words of encouragement, he had a gift for making people feel seen, heard, and valued.

Outside of teaching, Ephraim found his greatest joy in the outdoors, developing a deep love for nature at an early age. An avid hunter and fisherman, he found peace in nature whether casting a line on a quiet morning, tracking game through the woods, or simply sitting by a campfire sharing stories. He passed this passion on to his children and grandchildren, teaching them not just the skills of the outdoors but the values of patience, respect, and appreciation for the simple things in life.

Above all, Ephraim was a man of integrity, hard work, and kindness. He was happiest surrounded by family, reliving past adventures and teaching life's greatest lessons - not just in a classroom, but in everyday moments. His warm smile, steady presence, and unwavering love will be deeply missed.

Ephraim Sparkes is survived by his loving wife, Marina Sparkes; his children Bob (Cindy), Lisa (Bill), Lynn (Rick), Lori (Sheldon) and daughter in law Christina; his grandchildren Natasha, Vanessa, Krystopher, Mark, Benjamin, Jenna, Adrian and Joshua; and his treasured great-grandchildren Marcus and Jessie. Eph will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Arthur (Eileen), Josie, Phyllis (Boyd-deceased), Joyce (Rick). He will also be missed by sister in law, Audrey, Melva (David-deceased), Linda; brother in law Don and a large circle of nieces and nephews. Ephraim was preceded in death by his son and best friend David, parents Eliab and Mary Sparkes of Lower Island Cove, in-laws Fred and Edna Roberts of St. Anthony, sister Marion, brothers Lawrence and Warren (Elsie), son in law Trace Gardner, sister in law Rita Roberts and brother in law Guy Roberts.

Visitation will be held at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 11:00 am with Major Anthony Stokes and Major Beverly Dart-Stokes officiating. Cremation will follow with inurnment at a later date. In honor of his love for teaching and the outdoors, the family invites friends to share their favorite memories and lessons learned from him. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Anthony Lions Club in his memory.

Though he has left this earth, his spirit will forever roam the woods, cast along the rivers, and live on in the hearts of those he taught, guided, and loved.

ELLSWORTH, HAZEL PRISCILLA (Nee Randell)

December 23, 1940 – January 28, 2025

It is with heavy heart that the family of the late Hazel, Priscilla Ellsworth announce her passing on January 28, 2025 at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony.

Hazel was born December 23, 1940 to parents Rudolph and Chatfield Randell of Hooping Harbour, NL. As a kid, her family spent the winters in Roddickton and the summers in Hooping Harbour. She was married to Ronald Ellsworth on January 8, 1965 and together they raised four children.

Hazel had many roles throughout her life and always tackled them to the best of her abilities. First and foremost, she was a wonderful mother to her cherished children. She was also an exceptional cook, seamstress and manager of the home and finances. She was indeed the anchor for our family.

She leaves to mourn her loving husband, Ronald. Four children, Troy (Linda), Dexter (Lynn), Rhonda (Tim), Ian (Nadine). Siblings Alfreda, Clement (Doris), Meletta (Clyde), Mark (Loretta), Richard (Jean), Jean. Grandchildren Christopher, Mark, Nicole, Alexandra, Bradley, Kyle, Shane, Joel, Cherishe and Great-grandchildren Jake, Cody, Lanaya, Rayah, Hadyn, Harper, Jackson, Jax, Grace, James, Jayce, Avery, Declan.

Hazel is predeceased by her parents Rudolph and Chatfield, her sister Marie and brother Clifford.

Gone but never forgotten

Visitation will take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Roddickton on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 7-9 pm and on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 2-4 pm. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, February 2, 2025 with Pastor Pittman officiating. Interment to follow.

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Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.