COOMBS, DERRICK

November 4, 1953 - July 9, 2024

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Derrick Coombs on July 9th, 2024 at the Health Science Centre in St. John’s, NL, at the age of 70 years.

Derrick loved and was loved by his family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with them whenever he could. He enjoyed fishing, especially for salmon and trout, and would take any of us along to share in the joy with only a moments notice. He also enjoyed boating, moose hunting, working, picking things apart, fixing, and building things. In his younger years he played darts, was a member of the Blue Bird Lions Club, Orangeman and Legionnaires. He worked many jobs and always with the same loyalty to each and every one of them. He lived a good life, did what he wanted when he wanted, and left this world the way he always said he wanted to go: quickly without long suffering. He will be deeply missed by all.

Derrick was Born in Flowers Cove on November 4, 1953 to Kenneth Frederick Coombs and Effie Ellen (Mitchelmore) Coombs, he leaves to Mourn mother Effie Coombs, Brothers Hubert Coombs (Myrtle), Seaward (Rose), Sisters Emma Coombs, Annie (Coombs) Pilgrim (Otto), Marolyn Coombs (Barry), Nieces and Nephews, Wendy Coombs, Nelson Coombs (Tina), Unessa Coombs, Kenneth Pilgrim, Effie Adamache (Will), Briana Pilgrim, Alison Patey (Jose), Corbin Coombs, Gage Pilgrim, Robbie Coombs, Ross Pilgrim. Aunts, Caroline (Mitchelmore) Rowsell, Eleanor Mitchelmore, Many Cousins and Friends.

May you rest in peace, forever in our hearts. Until we are all together again!

Predeceased by Father Kenneth Frederick Coombs, Grandparents William and Matilda Coombs, Emanuel and Annie Mitchelmore, Nicholas Hughes.

Visitation to take place at the Church of the Advent in Plum Point on Friday, July 19, 2024, times to be announced with the family service taking place at 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Canon Terry Coates and Rev. Nath Larkin officiating. Interment to follow in the Pond Cove community cemetery.

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

COLES, RALPH JR.

February 13, 1953 - March 12, 2024

 It’s with great sadness that the family of Ralph Coles Jr. announce his passing on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the Strait of Belle Isle Health Center at the age of 71.

Ralph Coles Jr. was born February 13, 1953 to Stella and Ralph Coles of Sandy Cove, NL. He was the middle of 12 children. Ralph spent most of his younger life fishing with his 5 brothers on the vessel, the Viking Trail, in which the brothers formed an unbreakable bond. His love for the outdoors touched the lives of many, for whom he worked as a hunting/fishing guide around outfitting camps of Newfoundland and Labrador. 

Ralph leaves to mourn his sisters: Margaret, Lucy (George), Eileen (Clyde), Daisy and Joy (Roland). Brothers: Eldred (Evelyn) and Whyman (Marilyn); Sister-in-law: Eliza Coles, as well as countless nieces and nephews, as well as a large circle of family and friends.

 He is predeceased by his Parents: Stella and Ralph Coles. Siblings: Edmund, Howard, Albert and Vivian Coles.

Visitation to take place from St. Thomas’ Anglican Church in Sandy Cove beginning the evening on Monday, March 18, 2024. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Inurnment to follow in the Savage Cove Anglican Cemetery.

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

FLYNN, SHANE STEPHEN

April 20, 1977 - February 21, 2024

Passed away February 21, 2024 at the age of 46 years. He leaves to mourn his Parents: Josephine and Leonard Clarke; Sisters: Jody (Jamie), Helen (John); Brother: Roger (Dianna); Nephews: Brody, Noah, Walter, and a large number of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins his Grandmother Marie and many many friends. 

Shane is predeceased by his grandfathers: Stephen and Gerald; Grandmother: Margaret; Aunt and second mother: Juanita; and his cousins Andy, Coady and Matthew.

Cremation will take place with the funeral service and burial to be announced at a later date.

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

ROBERTS, CODY SEBASTIAN

November 24, 1993 - January 13, 2024

Passed away January 13, 2024 at the age of 30 years.

He is forever loved and remembered by mother & stepfather, Rochelle & Lloyd Sexton; sister: Grace Roberts; niece: Eleanor Roberts-Porter; nan & step pop: Margaret & Doug Monahan; uncle: Craig (Kelly) Traverse; aunts: Penny (Hank) Simms, Frances (Cal) Carroll; cousins: Tobi, Frank, Jo, Alexander, Brandon & Andrew; girlfriend: Crystal Colbourne as well as a large circle of family & friends.

Cody is predeceased by his dad: Rod Traverse; nan & pop: Mount & Lydia Roberts; pop Gordon Traverse; uncle: Perry Roberts & former girlfriend, Robyn Crane.

We would like to thank Dr. Naghdi & all staff from Curtis Memorial Hospital & Dr. Lafferty & the Palliative Care Team at Western Memorial & Long Term Care for taking such good care of Cody in his final days.

Cremation has taken place & a celebration of life will be announced at a later date this summer.

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

“The depths of you will be discovered on the other side of chaos; leap into its abyss, and learn your power, your peace is your light, go to it.”

— J. Scott

RICHARDS, MARJORIE

November 15, 1955 - December 21, 2023

In loving memory of our mother, Marjorie Richards, who passed away on December 21, 2023 surrounded by her family.  Marjorie was the devoted wife of Harvey Richards and loving mother of Dwayne (Marsha), Deon (Chrissy) and Michelle (Cody).  She was the most wonderful Nanny to Brendan, Aiden, Jonah, Brayden and McKayla.   

Our mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own.  She was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity.  Her kindness was a source of inspiration to us all and she will be deeply missed by the many people whose lives she touched.  Our mother was a woman of strong faith and she instilled in us the importance of family, hard work and doing what is right.  She was a true role model who we will always look up to.  We will never be able to fill the space left behind by her.

Marjorie is pre-deceased by three of her brothers (Dennis, Ralph, Cecil) and one sister (May).  She is survived by her husband, children and siblings: Hubert (Beryl), Ivy (Wallace), Telsie (Leyton), Emma, Leona (John), Douglas.

Visitation to take place from the Bethel Pentecostal Church in St. Anthony on Thursday, December 28, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Friday, December 29, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliott officiating. Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marjorie’s honour to the Canadian Cancer Society.

Mom, you will always be in our hearts and we will never forget you.  We love you so much.  Rest in peace in the arms of Jesus.

FILLIER, NELSON MALCOLM CECIL

February 5, 1947 - December 21, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nelson Malcom Cecil Fillier, age 76, at home with his loving wife by his side on December 21, 2023.

He was the son of the late Gilbert and Bessie (Hopkins) Fillier.

He leaves behind is loving wife of 46 years Elvie Fillier. Daughters, Darlene Hynes (Jim), Darlene Fillier- Aubin (George), Delores Fillier (Corey), and Danette Fillier-Aubin (Adam). Sons Chris Hefford (Heidi) and Dustin Fillier (Rachel). 14 Grandchildren, and 5 Great Grandchildren. His brother Melvin Fillier (Sylvia), and Sister Patricia Brophy (Wayne). Along with a large circle of relatives and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents, brother Murdock Fillier, and twin brothers Gilbert and Theoophilus Fillier.

Nelson was very involved in the community. He was a large part of the Lions club. He worked for KFC in St. Johns for a few years before he returned home to Englee , where he worked at the Englee fish plant for over 30 years. Doing various jobs such as Quality Control and Manager. He was known in years since retirement to drive around the town, and going to Michelle’s for his coffee. Where he talked with everyone who entered and always tormented the girls who worked there and the same at Breen’s.

Cremation has taken place. With the funeral service to take place at Salvation Army Church, Englee, with the date to be determined.

REARDON, GERTRUDE (Gertie)

January 23, 1951 - December 25, 2023

It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Gertie Reardon at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 72 years.

She leaves to mourn, her loving husband, William Reardon; her sons: Paddy (Laurie), Peter (Cathy), Lawrence (Kelly), and Wilfred; her grandchildren: Emily, Ashley, Shayna, Tina, Samantha, Jacob, Nathan, Sol; Special Granddaughter: Shawna; her great-grandchildren: Gabriella, Tori, Jaxson and James; Sisters: Kathleen and Mary; Brothers: Stephen (Anne), Michael (Vivian) as well as her other extended family and friends.

Gertie was predeceased by her parents: Francis and Emma Byrne; young daughter: Rosie; baby son: Francis; friend and mother-in-law: Marie Reardon; Sisters: Edna, Evelyn, Marie, and Marg; Brothers: Ben, Frank, and Fred; as well as many more family and friends.

Cremation has taken place with the funeral service to take place at a later date, to be announced.

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

GENGE, UNA

August 9, 1951 - December 22, 2023

It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Una Genge at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 72 years.

She will forever be loved and missed by her Sons: Pierre (Jackie), Monty (Judy); Grandchildren: Jagger (Robyn), Jade (Rebecca), Linden, Dustin, and Dayna (Ty); Siblings: Whyman (Barbara), Verna (Paul), Wanda (Lorne), David (Sharon), and Walter (Jackie) along with a large circle of extended family and friends.

Una is predeceased by her Husband: Montrose; Parents: Garfield and Margaret; Brothers: Calvin, Donald, and Allen.

Visitation will take place from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Anchor Point beginning the evening of Sunday, December 24, 2023 and will continue daily until the funeral service on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow in the New Anglican Cemetery.

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

GENGE, DORCAS

December 8, 1946 - December 17, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorcas Genge on December 17th, 2023 at her family residence in Anchor Point surrounded by her loving & devoted family at the age of 77 years.

Dorcas leaves to mourn her daughter: Easta (Dan); son: Rick (Crystal); grandchildren: Malcolm, Ricki, Lauren; her sisters Barbara, Marie, Bertha, Mona, & Lucy (Hub) as well as a large circle of relatives & friends.

She is predeceased by her Husband Steward; her parents, and her sister & brothers. 

Cremation has taken place. The funeral will be a announced at a later date.

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

CRANE, TONY JASON

Crane , Tony Jason 

May 27,1975- December 11,2023

 It is with heartfelt sadness that the family announce the  sudden passing of their beloved Tony J  Crane . He leaves to mourn his loving children Mitchell and Mackenzie . Along with his parents Garfield and Hazel Crane. Siblings Connie (Troy) Genge , Jackie (Walter ) Chambers , Tonya Crane  (Todd)  Darcy Crane (Lisa) Along with nephews Andy (Ashley ), Andrew (Morgan ), Tanner (Sheridan) and Trey . Partner Lorie , April (Kerry) and baby Remington . Life long dear friend Jarvis Parrill , numerous family members , friends and crew mates of 7 Falcon . 

Cremation has taken place and Family Service,s and Burial to be announced at a later date .