James Joseph Bushey of Sandy Cove, NL passed peacefully away at Sir Rufus Guinchard Health Centre on the December 2, 2015, at the age of 89 years. Jim leaves to mourn with fond memories his Sons: Larry (Melinda), Terry (Annie), Glenn (Mary), Roddney (Tina); Grandchildren: Owen, Martina, Ashton, Craig (Nicole), Allison; Great-grandchildren: Daniel, Ryann, Timothy; Sister Kathleen; Brother Rick; Sisters-in-law: Jessie, Patricia, Belinda (Jimmy); Brothers-in-law: Wilga, Gaydon (Joyce); many Nephews and Nieces; Family Friend Trina Cox; and special friend Wallace Maynard. He was predeceased by his wife Ima; mother Martina; father Emil; brothers: Lewis (Rose), Leslie, and Benjamin. The family received friends Friday through Sunday at St. Thomas Anglican church in Sandy Cove from where the funeral took place at 2:00pm on Sunday, December 6, 2015 with Rev. Marlene Harvey officiating. Internment followed in the Savage Cove Anglican cemetery. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
CHAULK, CHRIS DAVID JOHN
Chris was born in Deer Lake on November 10th 1957. In 1974 he moved to St. Anthony to live with his brother Gary and his wife Madonna. It was in St. Anthony that he met the love of his life Gertie and together they had one daughter Kristie. They married on November 20th, 1976. Chris worked at Varies Jobs until 1982, when he went to work with Maurice’s Service Center as a Truck driver. He remained there for 33 years. He served with the local fire dept. for 35years in various rolls. Most of all, Chris enjoyed spending time at his camper fishing, hunting, picking berries and enjoying nightly campfires with his wife Gertie and buddies Stan and Donna. He was a man of few words but he loved to sit and listen to others with a grin. Left to mourn the loss of Chris form their lives are his wife Gertie, Daughter Kristie, Fur Buddie Jack, Brothers Gary (Madonna) and Phillip, sister Cora (Frank), sister in laws Audrey (Joe), Donna (Stan), Linda (Rafe), Rosemary, Nieces and nephews Dawn (Eddie); Mike (Nivose); Jerry (Tina); Melissa; Dan; Julia (Guy), Chris (Tammy); Rochelle (Andy); Cory (Shelley); Deana (Rol); Gina (Brad); Sandy (Ivan); Heather (Trevor); and Families, as well as a large group of Family and Friends. Though a young man, Chris lived to see the passing of his mother Brada, Father Sterling, Brother Tony, and Mother in law Mary Fillier, Big Nan Lavinia Fillier and Brother in Law Wilbourne Fillier. Visitation was held at the Funeral home in St. Anthony on Tuesday November 24th, from which the funeral service was held on Wednesday November 25th with Major Baggs Officiating. Donations in Memory of Chris Can be made to The Canadian Cancer Society.
MANUEL, MARGARET EDGELEY
Born to John and Elizabeth Parrill on August 7, 1922 in Pines Cove, Newfoundland. She moved to Eddies Cove East at a young age. She met the love of her life, John Ross, and together they had five children. Margaret E. Manuel passed away peacefully on November 20, 2015 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital. She leaves to mourn her sons: Colin (Donna), Gary, Boyd (Marilyn), Shawn (Mary); daughter: Madonna (Ernest); grandchildren: Lana, Chad, Kent, Brad, Ryan, Matthew, Jamie, Sarah, Justin, Demetre, Brenden, Isabella; 11 great-grandchildren; brother: John Parrill along with several nieces and nephews and a large circle of family and friends. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, John Ross; mother and father Elizabeth and John Parrill; Sisters Virge, Bessy, Liza, Goldie; and brothers Albert, and Darius (Roy). Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The funeral took place at the St. Mary's Anglican Church in St. Anthony at 2:00pm on November 24, 2015 with Fr. Paul Findlay officiating. Burial followed in the New Anglican Cemetery in St. Anthony. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry. M Fillatres Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard funeral director.
PATEY, FLOYD ANTHONY
Floyd Anthony Patey was born in Grehat Brehat on July 25th, 1935 to William and Jesse Patey. It was here in Brehat that hew grew up.In the 1950’s he met Pearl Cull of Great Brehat and they married on February 10th, 1959. Together Pearl and Floyd raised two daughters, Linda and Alice, and two grandsons, Deon and Leon. While Floyd and Pearl raised their family in Great Brehat he provided for his family by fishing for a living along side and side-by-side with his brother Joseph.
Floyd leaves to mourn his wife Pearl of 57 years; daughters Linda (Willie) and Alice (Boyce); grandsons Deon (Nadine) and Leon (Catherine); three great-great grandchildren, sisters Julie and Dorcas; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; four brother in laws Ronald, Norman, Pearce and Carol; one sister in law Ethel Ward and a large circle of family and friends.Floyd is pre-deceased by his parents William and Jesse; brothers Samuel and Joseph; sisters Shirley, Emily and Alice; brothers in law Wallace Ward and Wallace Cull. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The funeral service took place at the United Church in St. Anthony at 2:00pm on Monday, November 23, 2015. Officiated by Rev. Dinesh ; Major Baggs. Burial followed in the Great Brehat Community Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kerry. M Fillatres, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard funeral director.
TUCKER, CARL
Carl was born in ship cove on June 15, 1944 to Mamie tucker. He was raised by his grandparents Kenneth and Elizabeth tucker. He married Millicent Andrews on June 20th 1968 and they raised for children, Trevor, Rene, Andy and Tim. Carl served as a foster parent to a number of children, most notably Jennifer Simms, whom he considered a part of the family. He worked at Newfoundland and Labrador hydro for all of his adult life, retiring in 2004. Carl was very dedicated to his family. He loved the outdoors, especially winter. He loved to play guitar and mouth organ, and loved telling stories, laughing and making people laugh. He enjoyed being around other people and was a friend to everyone he met. Carl Passed away into peace on the 9th of November, 2015 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony. He leaves behind his wife Millicent, children Trevor (Lesley), Rene (Steve), Andy (Maria), Tim (Melissa), grandchildren Dylan, Alyssa, Drew, and Layla. As well as his brother Wilfred and a large circle of family and friends. Carl Lived to see the passing of his grandparents Kenneth and Elizabeth and his brother Val. Visitation was held at the Pentecostal church in St. Anthony, from which the funeral service was held at 11am on the 13th of November 2015, with Pastor Jeff Bessey Officiating. Burial followed in the Church Cemetery. The family request that donations be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Society Craig’s Cause.
HEDDERSON, JOHN WELDON
John Weldon Hedderson was born on June 24th, 1928 to Albert and Matilda Hedderson. On February 3rd, 1963, he married the love of his life, Susie Hedderson. Together they were blessed with five children. John was a fisherman all his life and an active member of the fisherman's Union. He also ran the post office in Straitsview. John was a community oriented man who actively volunteered. He did not mind speaking with government officials and worked hard to ensure that the community received adequate funding. He was a fighter who would "go all the way" for what he believed in. He leaves to mourn a large and loving family including his wife Susie; sons Terry (Natalie), and Dwight (Mary); daughters Ella (Wayne), and Elaine; sister Nellie (Walter); grandchildren Terry (Stephanie), Dillon (Elizabeth), Matthew (Robyn), Bryan, Jenna, Noah, and Arren; and great-grandchild Allison. John was predeceased by his parents Albert and Matilda; son Bryan; brothers Issac, Marckus, Samuel, Jim, Noah, Edgar, Heber, and Lenoard; and sister Marjorie. He will be forever loved and remembered fondly. Visitation was held at the Pentecostal Church in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the funeral service was held at 2:00pm on Friday, November 13, 2015 with Pastor Baker officiating. Internment followed in the Interfaith Cemetery in Quirpon. Funeral services entrusten to Kerry. M. Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Anthony, Lee Nippard funeral director.
ROSE, HOWARD
Passed away peacefully on November 8, 2015 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony. He was in his 74th year. He leaves to mourn daughters Jackie (Ron) Gallant, Valerie (Richard) Dempster; grandchildren Ashley, Thomas, and Travis; siblings Marion Moores, Rita Davis, Allan (Jesse) Rose, Harvey (June) Rose, Evelyn (Dave) Budgell, Mary Furey, Hazel Simms, Grant (Lena) Rose, Wallace (Vine) Rose, Gloria (Cyril) Kelly, and an extended circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his son Ashley, parents Jospeh and Evelyn (Decker) Rose, and broher Thomas. Visitation was held at the Gospel Hall in Nameless Cove from where the funeral service was held at 3:00pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 with pastor Gaius Goff. Internment followed in the Nameless Cove Gospel Hall Cemetery. Funeral services entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Anthony, Siobhan Mauger funeral director.
MACWHIRTHER, BESSIE
Bessie MacWhirter, (neé Cull); was born at St. Anthony on October 31, 1950. She was daughter to Lester and Maude Cull of Englee. Bess, as she was commonly known, was the second of eight siblings of the Cull family. She completed her schooling at the United Church School in her hometown. She was quite astute and took first place in the last three years of her hometown education. Actually she skipped one of her early grades allowing her to complete her grade 11 at age 15. She then went on to teach school at 16 years of age. Her first teaching post was at St. Anthony Bight. Here she taught students older than herself and as Bess would say ‘’bigger too’’.Her first employment at Englee was playground attendant the first year the playground opened in this town. After her stint as a teacher she went on to St. John’s and studied as a lab technician. She found employment with Grenfell Medical Services at St. Anthony and subsequently did work at North West River and Baie Verte. Later she moved to Corner Brook hospital and then on to Gander where she was head tech and supervisor for the Central general area. Because of her extensive training she was used as a resource person to teach other trainees. Due to her husbands’ work as a long-hall trucker she moved to Leduc, Alberta where she found employment at the Devon Medical Lab. Her total employment counted 28 years of dedicated service. Actually Bess could be counted on to respond to a medical emergency any hour of the 24; come sun, rain, or blizzard. Bess passed away 2:15pm on November 7, 2015 at the Roddickton Health Center. She leaves to mourn, her husband Frank; sons Richard (Tina), Frank Jr. (Lori); daughter Rebecca; grandchildren, Rebecca, Nicholas, and Keesha; Brothers, Freeman (Glenda), Larry (Bessie), Wesley (Myrtle), and Morris (Josephine); sisters, Ada (Donald Weir), Cindy (Hughie Crewe), Winne (David Power); mother Maude; brothers in law, Alfred (Rose), and Patrick (Joanne); Step Brother Stanley Simms (Donna) and best friend of 46 years, Barbara Chaulk, along with many other friends and family. Bessie was predeceased by her father, Lester Cull.Visitation was held at the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee from where funeral services were held at 2:00pm on Thursday, November 12th, 2015. Internment followed at the Apostolic Faith Cemetery in Englee with Pastor George Burton officiating. Funeral Services were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard funeral director.
RICE, RAYMOND ADOLPHUS
Passed peacefully away at the John M. Gray Center on the 7th day of November 2015, Mr. Raymond A. Rice of Main Brook was in his 81st year. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memoires his Sons Clifford, Leonard, and Morgan, Daughters Lana, Lisa, Trena, and Phyllis, Brother Gorden, Sister Hazel, Twelve Grandchildren, Four Great Grandchildren as well as a large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his Wife Eliza, Parents Adolphus & Celia Rice, Sister Shirley. Visitation was held at the Bethel Pentecostal Church in Main Brook after which the funeral service was held on Tuesday November 10, 2015 at 2:00pm with Pastor Reginald Skinner officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
TUCKER, MAISIE
Passed peacefully away at the Valley Vista Home in Springdale Newfoundland on October 23rd 2015. She was in her 72nd year. Leaving to mourn with loving memories are 4 children boyd of ship Cove NL, Gerald, Dean (Shannon) of Ontario and Michelle (Daniel) of Fredericton New Brunswick. Three grandchildren Kaelem, Josee and Chloe. Two brothers life (Jane) of Springdale. Keith (Lysann) Toronto Ontario. Four sisters Mary of St John's NL, Bessie (Ray) Shirley (Noah) of Springdale NL. Mabel (Wilfred) of ship Cove NL. Also a large circle of relatives and friends.
The funeral service took place at the Ship Cove United Church on Tuesday October 27th at 2 p.m. with Rev Gus Pendleton and Rev. Wilson Gonese officiating. Laid to rest at the Ship Cove United Church Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Filtrate Funeral Home St. Anthony and Roddickton. May she rest in peace.