LAING, ROBENA TAMSEY

September 8, 1943 - February 25, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of (Robena) Tamsey Laing Announces her passing at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital on Sunday, February 25th, 2024 at the age of 80 years.

Tamsey was born on September 8th, 1943 to Lambert and Clara Woodward. She spent the majority of her working years doing what she loved in the fishing industry or working in Gerald Woodward’s General Store as a clerk/book-keeper. Tamsey’s other passions included knitting, berry picking, gardening, and various other activities that allowed her to reap the benefits of living off of the land. She loved her community and was a dedicated volunteer her entire life within her church and at all local events.Seeing people return home to Boat Harbour for a visit was one of Tamsey’s greatest joys. Above all else, family ranked the highest on her list of priorities. She was a dedicated and loving sister, wife, mother and grandmother throughout her years. 

She married her lifelong love Curling Laing in June 1964. Together they had 3 dearly beloved children. Left to mourn are Daniel (Debbie) Laing, Charmaine (Irving) Powell, and Angela Laing. She was also blessed with 6 grandchildren whom she treasured dearly. Left to mourn is DJ Noseworthy, Irving Powell Jr, Joshua Laing, Effie Powell, Tracy Laing, Evan Powell. She is also survived by great-grandchild Remi Laing, brother Randy (Sheila) Woodward, sister Donna (Jim) Roberts, step-brother Lloyd (Marjorie) Field and an extended circle of family and friends. 

She is predeceased by parents Lambert and Clara  Woodward, loving husband Curling Laing, sister by heart Marjorie Coates, step-brothers Hedley Field and Clarence Field. 

Visitation at St. Marks Anglican Church will begin Monday evening, February 26th at 7pm. The family service will be held on Tuesday, February 27th at 7PM. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 28th at 2:00 PM with Reverend Art officiating. Burial will follow at Boat Harbour Cemetery. 

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

WOODWARD, JAMES NEWMAN

November 12, 1934 - July 26, 2021

It is with great sadness, that we, the family of James Newman Woodward announce his passing on July 26, 2021, at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony, NL. It also brings us great peace to know he has been reunited with best friend and wife, Nina. Known by most as Jim, he was born to Rachel (Genge) and George Woodward of Boat Harbour on November 12, 1934.

Jim met Nina, his wife of 56 years, in his hometown of Boat Harbour where she came to fulfill her first job as a teacher. Later moving to St. Anthony, he went on to work with the Department of Highways as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He was known to give anyone a helping hand on a blustery day to find their way home safe and sound despite how many times he had to pull them out of a snow bank. He also had a love for music and friends where he found comfort in listening to George Jones or in his younger years squeezing a tune out of his accordion. His retirement was spent taxiing his wife and grandchildren, folding laundry, making after school snacks and the most delicious pot of vegetable beef soup you could imagine. He enjoyed spending time at their cabin at Long Point where they shared many games of cards and meals with family and friends. His most cherished past time was watching softball where his van would be found parked in the same spot every night where he was proud to cheer from the sidelines.

Jim is predeceased by his parents, George and Rachel, wife, Nina, brothers, Wilfred and Amos, sisters-in- law Keziah and Joyce and brother-in-law, Mark. Leaving to mourn are his cherished and beloved daughters Sheila (Jeff), Shauna (Barry), Shirley (Chris), the light and loves of his life his beautiful grandchildren Adam (Nikki) and Megan (Neil), sister-in-law, Dulcie, precious nieces and nephews and a large circle of extended family and friends.

It is with grateful hearts that we thank the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital, Shirley’s Haven and home support workers Patsy Sinyard-Pittman, Yvonne Dunphy and Travis Pilgrim for providing such wonderful care to our father and us during such a difficult time.

Private visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Cremation to follow. A joint celebration of life and burial for Mr. and Mrs. Woodward (Jim and Nina) will be held on Saturday, August 14th, 2021 at 11:00 am from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony by invitation only with Rev. Deacon Arthur Kinsella officiating . Inurnment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery in Boat Harbour.

WOODWARD, BESSIE MAE

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April 17, 1948 - May 10, 2021
Passed away May 10, 2021 from Charles S Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 73 years. She is survived by her Husband, Enos Woodward; Daughter, Tonya (Curtis); Son, Paul (Sharon); Grandchildren, Jordan, Jesse, Lukas, Megan; Great-grandchild, Asher; Sisters; Eleanor, Jane (Gordon) Applin, Ethel (Larry) Pilgrim, Gladys (Tony) Woodward; Brother, George (Stella) Woodward; Special Niece, Roxanne Farrell as well as a large number of nieces, nephews, and a large circle of friends. She is predeceased by her Parents, Eldred and Muriel Woodward; Brothers, Nelson, Harrison (Winnie). and Sister, Evangeline and Brother-in-law Clarence Field. The funeral service and visitation will be taking place at 2:00pm Wednesday May 12th 2021 with Rev. N. Larkin officiating the service. burial will occur at a later date. funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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WOODWARD, LEONARD

The family of Leonard Woodward with heavy hearts are saddened to announce his passing on January 14th, 2019 at the age of 62. He leaves to mourn, partner Cynthia Randell; Son Jason and Grand kids, Tiffany, Trevor & Hunter; Son Andy (Tracy) Grand Kids Meaghan and Ryan; Daughter Jodi; Siblings, Annie(Seymore), Helen(Bruce), Tony, Susan(Aaron), Garf, Loretta(Bruce), Glen(Carla) as well as  numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a large circle of friends. Leonard was predeceased by his parents Garfield and Vera as well as his Grandson Parker. Visitation was held from St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Boat Harbour from where the funeral was held on Friday, January 18th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Catechist Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment followed in the Boat Harbour Anglican Cemetery.