PENNEY, CASSANDRA

Cassandra Penney (nee Field), of St. Anthony, passed away at Agnes Pratt Nursing Home on August 1, after 103 years of memories, laughter and a life lived with love.

Predeceased by her husband Joesph and a large circle of family members.

Left to remember her with endless cherished memories are her daughter Anita (Keith) Ludlow; her precious grandchildren: Lyndon, Brett (Megan), Wayne and Natalie (Franz); 5 great-grandchildren; sister Ann Field; brother Wesley Field, and many extended family.

Cassandra grew up in Cooks Harbour where she met the love of her life Joesph from St. Anthony. She spent most of her adult life in St. Anthony where she was active in the community. Cassandra was a member of the United Church Women’s Group, the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the Fifty Plus Club, the Red Cross and many other community activities.

Cassandra was a kind and caring person with lots of love to give. She was a strong family person and welcomed family and friends into her home. Cassandra met many international people through her boarding house.

Cassandra was a spiritual person who enjoyed nature. She was an avid gardener who liked growing a variety of vegetables and flowers. Cassandra was a talented seamstress who enjoyed many hours of arts and crafts including quilting, knitting and crocheting.

At Casandra’s request cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life and interment will occur in St. Anthony, at a later date.

Donations in memory of Cassandra can be made to the St. Anthony United Church.