TAYLOR, CARTER

December 4th, 1954- March 3rd, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Carter Gerald Taylor announced his passing on Monday March 3rd, 2025 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 70 years.

Carter had remarkable strength and determination, he fought long and hard to the end where he was surrounded by his loving family.

Carter was born to Kirby and Dulcie Taylor on December 4th, 1954. He married the love of his life Honora (Scanlon) in 1978 and together they raised their two daughters Kylie and Effie.

Carter provided for his family by working with Avalon Coal and Salt Ltd. for 35 years. It was a job that he truly enjoyed. He was also an active volunteer with the St. Barbe Fire Department for 35 years and took great pride in his volunteer commitments.

Carter was a kindhearted and caring man who found the good in everything and would always put others before himself. He loved spending time with family, especially his grandkids and was happiest spending time at home in the community of Forrester’s Point.

The family would like to thank the wonderful Doctors, Nurses and staff at the Health Sciences Center and Curtis Memorial Hospital who went above and beyond. The family would also would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Daffodil Place for always making our family feel at home and for providing a place where lasting friendships were made, especially Linda Brown who helped us through our most difficult times.

Carter leaves to mourn with fond memories his wife Honora of 46 years; 2 children Kylie (Brian), Effie (Kris) and his 4 grandchildren Kobe, Keegan, Jayden and Ava; Brother Edward (Jenita) Mother in Law Effie, Sister in Laws Brenda (Harrison), Elsie (Dino), Mary Ann (Dennis), Edna (Daniel), Rita (Terry), Jackie (Brad), As well as a large circle of Nieces, Nephews and many close friends.

He was predeceased by his grandparents William and Lilly Taylor and Clement and Gertrude Williams; Parents Kirby and Dulcie Taylor; Oldest brother Baxter and Father-in-Law John Scanlon.

Carter was loved by so many and will be forever missed.

“If our love could have saved you, you would have lived forever.”

Viewing will be held from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony, NL on Wednesday March 5th from 10-12 AM and 2-4 PM. Cremation to follow.

There will be a service held at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove at a later date.

HUMBER, ANNIE

Passed away into peace surrounded by her family at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony on the 24th Day of February, 2025, Annie Humber, in her 78th year.

Leaving to mourn with many loving memories are: Sister: Susan Dredge (Stephen), Brother: Jacob (Maryann) Sisters in Law: Ima Tayler, Dulcie Humber, Nieces: Anne, Marion and Blenda, as well as a large circle of Nephews, Great Nieces, and Great Nephews

Annie was Pre deceased by: Husband: Garfield Humber, Parents: William and Lilly Taylor, Sisters: Sybil (Roland), Mary Jane (Walter), Brothers: Gordon (Mary Jane), Kirby (Dulcie), Steward (Mary Grace), Wilson (Elva), Lorenzo Brother in Law: Jacob Humber

Visitation is being held at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove Friday February 28th, 2025 and continuing through to the funeral service at 11am on Saturday March 1st, 2025 with Rev. Canon Vernon Short Officiating. Burial will follow the funeral service at the Anglican Cemetery in Black Duck Cove.

The Family would like to thank the staff at the John M. Gray Center and the Ivy Durley place for all the Care and support they provided as well as the home care workers that helped her before her move to long term care. your kindness will not be forgotten.
Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony NL, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.

TAYLOR, DENNIS

November 28, 1966- December 12, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Dennis Taylor announce his passing on December 12, 2024, at the age of 58 years. Dennis passed away peacefully at the Strait of Belle Isle Health Center, in Flower’s Cove, NL with his beloved wife of 28 years Patsy, along with family and friends by his side.

Dennis grew up in Forrster’s Point where he worked with the Doyle’s family in St. Barbe. Dennis had his first date with Patsy on August 23, 1987, where they began their life journey together. They had a beautiful son Sylvester together, they moved to BC where he began his career in the oilfield. They later moved to Alberta where his son decided to follow him into the oilfield. Dennis moved back to Newfoundland, March 2017 and went to work with Expro on the Hebron and later move to work on the Hibernia.

Dennis was a lover of all things outdoors, he enjoyed boating, ski-dooing, hunting, fishing, camping, playing cards, renovation projects and snowshoeing with Patsy where he would always want to go into the deep snow. Dennis was a man who always like to keep busy and was always ready to give a helping hand. He will be dearly missed by everyone who had the opportunity to have met him.

Leaving to mourn is his loving wife :Patsy(nee Stevens) ; sisters: Roxanne (Randy) and Jackie (Randy); Mother-in-law: Sadie; Sister-in-law: Marion (Absalom); Nephews: Troy (Virginia) and Ethan; Niece: Rainna and a large group of extended family and friends.

He is pre-deceased by his son Sylvester; his mother Tryphenna (Kitty); father-in-law: (William Henry); and grandparents Isaiah and Emily Taylor.

Dennis will be remembered as a man with a big heart, contagious laughter, and a smile that could brighten any room.

The funeral service will take place on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 8:00 PM from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove, NL with Rev. Canon Terrance Coates officiating. Interment to follow at a later date.

Funeral arrangement are trusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

TAYLOR, WILSON

June 2, 1936 - May 2, 2024

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, the family of the late Wilson Taylor announces his peaceful passing at the age of 87 at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony.

Wilson was born to William and Lillian Taylor, of Forrester’s Point, on June 2, 1936. It was there that he would spend the majority of his life, until later years moving to the Ivy Durley Place in Flower’s Cove, and most recently moving to the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony. In November 1958, he married Elva Taylor, of Forrester’s Point. In December 1963, they welcomed their one and only daughter, Mary Ann.

Wilson was never the type to sit still. He could usually be found tinkering, building, or fixing something in one of his sheds. He thoroughly enjoyed puttering around and took great pride in fixing or building things for his family. He would also spend lots of time doing things for his family. In the winter, he happily volunteered to drive his grandson to hockey practices during the week. Also, every summer he would tow his camper to Rocky Harbour for two weeks to spend with their grandson while he completed swimming lessons.

Left behind to grieve his passing is daughter, Mary Ann, and son-in-law, Calvin. He will be sadly missed by his grandson, Jeremy, his wife, Hilary, and their sons Grady and Rhett. Wilson will be sadly missed by his brother Jacob (Mary Ann) and sisters Annie, Susan (Steve) and a very long list of extended family members. He was predeceased by his wife Elva, his parents, William and Lillian, brothers Stewart, Gordon, Kirby and Lorenzo and his sisters Mary Jane and Sybil.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the John M. Gray Centre for their compassionate and committed care. They would also like to thank the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital and Ivy Durley Place for their efforts over the years while he lived there. The family would also like to give a heartfelt thanks to his niece Blenda for her compassion, presence and continued support for Wilson when he moved to St. Anthony.

The funeral will take place on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove, NL with Rev. Canon Coates officiating. Interment to follow.

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

“Life is a celebration, embrace it with open arms and a grateful heart”

— Debasish Mrida

WILLIAMS, GEORGE THOMAS

July 30, 1933 - December 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Thomas Williams announce his peaceful passing at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on December 1, 2023 in his 90th year.

He leaves to mourn his loving children: Darlene (Craig) O’Brien, Winsor (Sandra) Williams, Frances (Michael) Atkinson, Irene Williams, and George Williams; Grandchildren: Martina (Logan) Dredge, Santana (Damien) Short, Farrah (John) Schmict, Crystal Williams, Keegan Williams, and Jaxon Thompson; Great-grandchildren: Whitney, Mya, Kane, Nash, Kate, and Lily; Sisters: Gertie (Bruce) Pilgrim, Effie (Lou) Hedderson, Jean (Bob) Tucker, Louise Lessard; Brothers-in-law, Donald (Dulcie) Bailey, Stewart (Rowena) Bailey, Bill (Gwen) Bailey; Sisters-in-law: Sheila (Gideon) Genge and Rita Bailey.

He is predeceased by his wife: Mary Williams; Son: Curlene; Daughter: Dulcie; Parents: Clement and Gertrude Williams; Parents-in-law: Soloman and Phoebe Bailey; Brother: Roland (Winnie) Williams; Sisters: Dulcie (Kirby) Taylor, Jane (Archiable) Bailey, Eliza (Grant) Parrill, Sylvia Simon'; Sister-in-law: Irene (Wilga) Gibbons.

A heartfelt thankyou to all the wonderful and loving staff at the Ivy Durley Place in Flowers Cove for taking care of him for the last 8 years. It means the world to us. Also a big thank you to the staff at the Strait of Belle Isle Hospital in Flowers Cove and the staff at the Charles S. Curtis memorial Hospital in St. Anthony for the wonderful care for his last few days on Earth.

Visitation to take place from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove the evening of Sunday, December 3rd 2023. The family service will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 3:00 pm with Rev. Canon Terry Coates officiating. Interment to follow.

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

DREDGE, ISABELLA

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, it is with profound sadness and broken hearts, that the family of Isabella Dredge, share the sad news of her passing on August 4, 2023 at the age of 59. She passed peacefully away at the Curtis Memorial Hospital surrounded by family.

Isabella was born on January 11, 1964, to Maxwell and Marie Williams of Pond Cove. She started dating the love of her life and best friend Stephen Dredge in 1980 and they were married on August 19, 1989.

Isabella will be forever remembered and sadly missed by her husband of 34 years Stephen Dredge, Mother Marie Williams, Sisters Nina Williams (Martin), Maxine McLean (Floyd), Mother and Father in-law Edith and Issac Dredge, sister’s in-law Minnie Gibbons (Ted), Jackie Taylor (Wayne), Myrtle Susan Gould (Martin), brother in-law Martin Dredge (Nina). Nieces and Nephews; Travis Taylor, Nikita Mailman (Josh), Franchesca Taylor (Hunter), Spencer Gould (Alison), Nash McLean and Mackenzie Gould. Great Niece Sophie Mailman, Great Nephew Hayden Taylor, Special Aunts Jane and Peggy, Special Cousin Misty, Special Little Girl Isabella Rose Corbin and a Large circle of family and friends.

Isabella was predeceased by her daddy Maxwell Williams, sister Sarah Jane Williams, grandparents Ida and George Williams and Isaac and Sarah Jane Gibbons, brother-in-law Bill Taylor.

The Family would like to thank the Strait of Bell Isle Health Centre and Curtis Memorial Hospital staff for their care during her illness. A special thank-you to her chemo nurse and friend Bonnie Decker – you were the light on many dull days.

Isabella will be fondly remembered as a pillar of Strength, Love, Courage, and Determination to all that knew her.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation and funeral services will take place from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove with the visitation starting the afternoon of Thursday, August 10, 2023 (with the family service taking place Thursday evening) and will continue daily until the funeral at 2:00 pm on Friday, August 11, 2023 with Rev. Coates officiating. Interment to follow.

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

GIBBONS, VIRGINIA

November 15, 1941 – July 18th, 2023

It is with great sadness, that the Family of the late Virginia Gibbons, announce her passing on July 18th, 2023, at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony. She passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord surrounded by family.

Virginia, also known as Virg or Virgee, was 1 of 14 children, born to John and Susan Williams on November 15th, 1941. In 1959, Virginia married the love of her life, Chesley Gibbons and lived on Current Island for many years until they were relocated to Forrester’s Point. Together, they had 9 children and with love and hard work, in times when things were difficult, they raised them to what they are today, with their traits following down the line through many of their generations. In 2016, Virginia moved to the Ivy Durley Home in Flower’s Cove, where she loved so much. Virginia was a very devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Leaving behind with loving and fond memories that will be cherished for a lifetime, 8 daughters and 1 son; Rhoda (Roy), Louise (Bax), David (Ellen), Nancy (John), Joyce (Rol), Sandra (Winsor), Elva (Claude), Debbie (Darren), and Lorie (Tony). Grandchildren; Ches (Diana), Darren (Nyeisha), Santana (Damien), Connie (Jeremy), Danica (Ash), Slader (Josephine), Melissa (Zane), Blade (Ryan), Crystal, Dominique (Wilga), April (Kerry), & Victoria, Great Grandchildren; Whitney, Nash, Parker, Carter, Claira, Brooke, Katie, Larissa, Scarlett, & Remington. Siblings/In-laws; Ruby (Gerald), Cora (Melvin), Stanley (Bessie), James (Cornelia), Edith (Kirby), Reginald (Sharon), MaryAnn Colbert, Wilson Taylor and a large circle of family and friends, especially those at the Ivy Durley Home in Flower’s Cove. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Virginia spent the last few weeks of her life at Curtis Memorial Hospital, where she was always treated with the upmost respect and compassion. Her family would like to thank all the nurses that cared for her during her time there. Their presence and care to our mom will never be forgotten and we thank them all so much!

Virginia is predeceased by Husband Chesley Gibbons, Grandson Roy Jr, Parents John & Susan Williams, In Laws Samuel & Deborah Gibbons and a large number of family members gone before.

Family service to take place at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove on Thursday, July 20th, 2023, time to be announced. The funeral will take place on Friday, July 21st, 2023 at 3:00pm with Rev Short officiating. Interment to follow at the cemetery in Black Duck Cove.

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

COOMBS, PHILEMON

With great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Philemon Coombs aged 79 years. Born Feb 10, in Shoal Cove West, NL. Son of the late Abraham and Bridget Coombs. Philemon (Free) was a man who loved to be on the go visiting his friends, having a good drop of rum and a good old yarn. Philemon spent a lot of his time working in Lab City as a heavy equipment operator. He also worked in the plant in Anchor Point. He loved to torment and carry on with his younger sisters and his neices and nephews. He had a big heart and an idle smile that will never be forgotten.

Left to mourn: Common law spouse Ruby Gibbons Sr. Brothers: Abe (Laura) and Bruce (Ivy). Sisters: Alva (Henry), Josie (Harrison), Mary (Melvin), and Peggy (Roland). Sister-in-law: Jean. Brothers-in-law: Walter (Caroline) and John (Nancy), and a large circle of nieces, nephews, close friends and relatives.

Predeceased by: Parents: Abraham and Bridget Coombs. Brothers: Oswan, Isreal, Clifton, and Dwight. Sister: Irene; Nephew Dion Coombs; Great Nephews: Nicholas Hillier, Tyler Bursey and PG Genge; Mother and Father-in-law: Guy and Caroline Sr. Gibbons. Sister-in-law: Virginia Gibbons, Sr.

Funeral service was held at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove on Monday June 19th 2023, at 2 pm with Rev. Terry Coates officiating. Funeral Services were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

TAYLOR, ELVA

Elva Taylor

December 27,1938 - February 28, 2023

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts, the family of the late Elva Taylor announces her peaceful passing at the age of 84 at the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony.

On December 27,1938, Elva would be born to Samuel and Debbie Gibbons of Forresters Point. This is where she would spend the majority of her life and, in later years, move to the Ivy Durley Place in Flowers Cove. In November 1958, she married Wilson Taylor of Forresters Point and in December 1963, they would welcome their one and only daughter, Mary Ann.

Left behind to grieve her passing is her husband, Wilson. She was a loving mother to her daughter, Mary Ann, and son-in-law, Calvin. She will be sadly missed by her grandson, Jeremy, and his wife, Hilary, and their sons Grady and Rhett. Elva will be missed by her brother Reginald (Sharon), her sister Mary Ann, and a very long list of extended family members. Elva was predeceased by her parents Debbie and Samuel, and her brothers Wilga, Chesley and Reginald.

Elva’s life revolved around her family. From feeding them to knitting them new pairs of wool socks, she always put her family first. One event she enjoyed each year was having the opportunity to take her grandson, Jeremy, to swimming lessons in Rocky Harbour. She also enjoyed spending time in her garden, growing enough vegetables to feed both her family and Mary Ann’s family year in and year out.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital and Flower’s Cove Health Centre for their care and also the staff at the Ivy Durley Place for their efforts over the years while she lived there.

Cremation has occurred and a celebration will be planned and announced at a later date.

“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others” - Thucydides

Funeral arangments were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director

TOOPE, NORMAN

Norman and his sister, Margaret

February 4, 1966 - December 5, 2022

Born February 4, 1966, Norman grew up in St. Barbe. He .loved sports, especially hockey. He tried playing himself when he was younger but figured it was not for him. He loved his music, his favourite song was “Tiny Red Light”. He enjoyed visitors, going camping, and anything outdoors. Norman enjoyed life to the fullest.

He leaves to mourn his Mother, Eileen; Sister: Edith Jane (Wade); Nieces, Jadean (Dane), Edith (Bon), Jolene (Jordan); Great-nephews: Ashton, Ryan, Eric, Zander, Luke; Great-nieces: Kyla and Emma, as well as a large circle of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends,

He is predeceased by his father, Abraham; as well as a large circle of relatives.

A funeral service took place from the Black Duck Cove Anglican Church with Rev. Coates officiating followed by burial.

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