WHALEN, ELLEN (Nee Genge)

November 17, 1940 - November 18, 2024

It is with great sadness that the families of the Late Ellen Whalen announce her passing on Monday, November 18, 2024 at the Palliative Care Unit of Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, NL.

She will be sadly missed by her children: Judy Sheppard (Ed), Lorne Whalen (Wanda), Melvin Whalen (Judy); Grandchildren: Chuck Sheppard (Michelle), Chad Sheppard (Emiley), Chelsie Astles (Andrew), Corey Whalen (Shawna), Ross Whalen (Alyssa); Great-grandchildren: Jenna Sheppard, Kayla Sheppard, Logan Sheppard, River Sheppard, Gracie Whalen, Haley Whalen, Claire Astles, Amelia Astles, Zayne Whalen; Sister: Julie White (Ronald). Brothers: Henry Genge (Elva), Harris Genge (Barbara); Sister-in-laws Claire Genge, Hazel Genge.

She is predeceased by husband: Ross Whalen; father: Henry Genge; mother: Dorcas Genge; sisters: Polly Whalen, Jossie McLean, Lillian Genge, Constance Genge; and brothers: William Genge, Garfield Genge (Aurelia), Israel Genge, Cosmo (Marian).

A Family service will take place at the St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Flower’s Cove on Wednesday, November 20th at 7:00 p.m.

The Celebration of Life will occur on Thursday, November 21st at 2:00 p.m. at St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Flower’s Cove. Rev. Canon Vernon Short, officiant. Interment to follow.

The family would like to thank all staff of the Palliative Care at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook.

Donations can be made to the St. Barnabas Anglican Church, Flower’s Cove

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

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TUCKER, BRIDGET

April 28, 1950 - May 31, 2024

Passed away on May 31, 2024 at the Curtis S. Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 74 years, Bridget Tucker.

She will always be loved and remembered by her Sister: Vina (Don) Acreman; Brother: George, Angus (Annette); Niece: Geraldine (Blake) Wells; Brother-in-law: Ignatius Lawless; Special Friends: Marilyn (Weston) Whalen, their families, and other extended family and friends.

Bridget is predeceased by her Parents: Philip and Minnie; Sister: Sheila; Sister-in-law: Dulcie.

The funeral service will take place from the St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Flowers Cove on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Inurnment to follow at the Savage Cove Anglican Cemetery.

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

WAY, SADIE BELLE

March 8th, 1941 - February 4th, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Dear Mother, Sadie Belle Way, on Sunday, Feb. 4th at the age of 82 years at Curtis memorial Hospital in St. Anthony with her loving family by her side.

Sadie was born to Selby and Mary Noseworthy of Green Island Brook on March 8th, 1941. She married Henry Way of Flower”s Cove on May 28th, 1958 and together they raised 8 children, Melvin (Sonya), Loomis (Brenda), Clarence (Nancy), Bertha (George), Keif (Karen), Eric (Marlene), Bryce (Nancy), Brada (George). She is also survived by her 17 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren whom she adored and loved dearly, her sister Emily and brothers, Eric, Norman, Gorvin, Selby, Wade and special nephew Brian.

She is predeceased by Husband Henry Way, Son Clarence Way, Grandson Trent Way, Daughter in Law Anne Way, Parents Selby & Mary Noseworthy, Parent in laws Augustus & Susannah Way, Sisters Currie, Cassie, Winnie & Rosie, Brothers Lawrence, Oz, & Garland.

Visitation to take place from the Flower Cove United Church beginning the afternoon of Wednesday, February 7, 2024 and will continue daily until the family service on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The funeral will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 10:00 am with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment to follow.

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

WAY, NELLIE NORMA MARIE

January 26, 1939 - January 20, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our sweet, beautiful mother, Nellie Norma Marie Way (Batstone) in her 84 year.

Nellie was born in Jackson’s Cove to Mack and Mamie Batstone in 1939. She met the love her life Benjamin in Baie Verte in 1965 and moved to Flower’s Cove in 1967 and married and raised 6 kids. Nellie was never a lady to sit idle, she was always on the go doing something for her family, whether it was tending house, hanging out a line of laundry or up on the point picking berries with her friend Dola. She hardly sat down long enough to eat her meals.

Nellie loved her family dearly. She dedicated her life to her husband and her children. Especially her Grandchildren, and Great-grandchildren. She loved them dearly. They meant the world to her. She longed for them to visit.

Like all mothers, she played the role of loving, caring, and dedicated mom to her most prize positions, her kids. But she was so much more than that to us. She our my best friend, our rock. She was the most gentlest soul that you would ever meet. There is no doubt in our minds that God has a spot prepared for her in Heaven. She was loved by everyone she encountered. She was definitely an angel in disguise.

She leaves to mourn her children: Austin (Aggie), Ivan, Neta, Bob, Derek (Patricia) and David; Her brother: Chester (Ruby); her grandchildren: Taylor, Gregory (Dayna), Caylee, and Gorata; Great-grandchildren: Nicolas and Naomi; Her nephews and nieces, a large circle of family and friends as well as a special mention to her lifelong friend, Bertha and to her homecare workers Cathy, Eliza, Petrina, and Patsy. She thought dearly of you all.

She is pre-deceased by her loving husband Benjamin; her parents: Mack and Maryann (Mamie) Batstone; Brother: Scott Batstone; Sisters: Nina Wellman, and Doris Webber; and her in-laws: Stephen and Alice Way.

We would like to thank Dr. Naghbi and Dr. Amatti and all of Moms Nurses for such loving care for her short stay at the hospital.

Visitation will be held from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Monday, January 22, 2024 from 3-4 pm and 7-9 pm as well as a visitation on Thursday, January 25, 2024 from 10:30 am-12 pm. A memorial service will take place on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Cremation will follow the service and a celebration of life and committal will take place at a later date.

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

KING, JESSIE ZOE

November 6, 1936 - December 16, 2023

Passed away at the John M Gray Center in St. Anthony at the age of 87 years, Mrs. Jessie Zoe King.

She will always be loved and remembered by her Children: Kathleen (Israel), Glen (Marcie), Ted (Nicole), Linda (Jeff), Gail (Terry), Deanna (Louis); Grandchildren: Kayla, April (Pat), Damien (Santana), Zachary (Melissa), Cody (Jennifer), Melvin, Mason, Travis (Melanie), Tyler (Paige), Cameron, Wyatt, Aiden, Nathan (Niki), Cody (Laura); Great-grandchildren: Whitney, Nash, Gage, Kensli; Brother: Angus (Hilda) McLean, as well as many other extended family and friends.

She is predeceased by her Husband: Lester King; Parents: Abijah and Rebecca Diamond; Brother: George Diamond; Sister: Amy Elizabeth Diamond; Grandchildren: Ricky Lester King, Brandon King, and Dustin King.

Visitation to take place from St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Flowers Cove beginning the evening of Monday, December 18 2023 and will continue daily until the family service on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The funeral service will follow on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

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

BURKE, MARY ALICE (nee Mahar)

January 24, 1934 – January 11, 2023

Heaven welcomed the most cherished woman who graced many lives with her love, laughter and especially her hugs. She loved her family deeply especially her children and her adoring grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Burke, Mary Alice (nee Mahar) – Passed away at the age of 88 years old surrounded by her loving family members at the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre, Port Saunders. Predeceased by her parents, Ambrose and Mary Mahar, her parent in-laws William and Julia Ann Burke, husband Patrick Burke, daughters Bernice LaVallee, Annette Myers and Baby Anne, sons Clarence Burke and Terrance Burke, son- in-laws Rick LaVallee and Winston Coles, grandson Nigel, great-granddaughter Ava Bee Pynn, sister Agnes and brothers Luke, Ambrose, and Joseph, sister in-laws Nellie and Marjorie, and brother in-laws Stan, Jim, Will, Ben and Clar. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are her sons Pius (Odette), Terry and Patrick (Shelley), daughters Eileen Coles, Julia Costello (Tony Hurley), Agnes (Les Coles) and Maria; her son-in-law Leon Myers, the loves of her life her grandchildren, Nadia LaVallee, Danine LaVallee (Dennis Pynn), Krista Burke (Doug Pittman), Kerry Burke, Rhonda Gould, Kirby Coles (Julie), Allan Myers (Kayla), Kyla and Jada Costello, Lyndon Coles, Genine Warren, her sweet great grandchildren Jessica and Luke Gould, Dylan and Jenna Pittman, Kaiden and Kyle Warren, Emma Costello, Mason and Marcus Myers, Alexander and Ashton Pynn as well as our Aunt Mary Ann, Aunt Sis, Aunt Vonnie and families and a large circle of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Our mother was one of the strongest, bravest, and kindest humans to grace this planet. We wouldn't be the people we are, and we wouldn't have the life we have without her. Our mother was an inspirational and kind person. Her home was open to everyone, and she always made everyone feel welcome and important. She was the most loving, compassionate, understanding, family-orientated woman and one of the most beautiful souls one could ever meet. She always gave the very best hugs.

Mom, you were a beautiful gift from God with all the love and caring that you possessed. You touched our hearts in so many ways. Even on dark days, your strength and smile made us realize we had an angel beside us. We are going to miss you so much. To the world, you were one person, but to us, you were the world. We will always hear your voice and laughter and feel your sweet kisses and the warmest hugs. You will forever live in our hearts. Thank you, mom, for all the beautiful memories and everything you did for us. We will always love you!

There will a private family burial service, date and time to be announced. A memorial service in our mother’s honour will take place at a later date in Flower’s Cove.

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

LAVALLEE, PAUL ANTOINE

March 21, 1936 - April 4, 2022
Paul Antoine Lavallee age 86 of Flowers cove, passed away peacefully at the John M. Gray Centre on April 4th, 2022 with his devoted and loving wife, Lucy by his side along with his children. He was born on March 21st, 1936 to Peter and Nora Lavallee.

He leaves to mourn his children, Gloria (Keith), Bill (Carol), Genny (Tony), Brian (Shirley), Michael (Kit), Millie (Craig), the Late Anne (Bryce), Emile (Arleen). His Grandchildren, Courtney (Darryl), Ricky (Michelle), the Late Carla (Danny), Bradley (Amanda), Cindy (Tommy), Brandon (Keirsten), Stacee (Gavin), Jordan, Tony (Alyx), Laura (Jade), Jessica (Jeffery), Ashlee (Brady). His Great Grandchildren, Ben, James, Lilli, Bella, Cayden, Charolette, Emma, Claire, Michael, and Allie. His Brothers and Sisters, siblings Vincent, David (Joan), Gidon, Larry (Iris), Roddy, Judy (Larry), Irene, Dulcie (Neil), Shirley (Don), and Marie (Brian) as well as a large circel of extended family and friends.

He was predeceased by his son, Louis, his daughter, Anne, his granddaughter, Carla, Brothers Stanley, Joseph, and Sisters Katherine, Yvonne, Geraldine, and Winnie

The funeral service was held from the Flowers Cove Roman Catholic Church on April 13, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Fr. Rossi officiating. Interment followed in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Nameless Cove. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

STEVENS, GARFIELD

March 16, 1941 - March 10, 2022

Passed away at the Ivy Durley Place in Flowers Cove on March 10, 2022 at the age of 80 years.

He leaves to mourn, his Children; Monty (Wanda), Michelle (Dione), Marvin (Nancy), Mondale (Clifford), Mia (Ricky); Grandchildren, Shenay, Lanni, DJ, Garfie, Kyle, Jordy, Kol, Bailey, Carter; Greatgrandson Kade; Siblings, Mabel (Michale), Rose (Seward), Jock (Beatrice), Gorvin (Sandra), Daphne (Ernest). He is predeceased by his Wife, Irene Stevens; Parents, Beatrice and Isaac Stevens; Sisters, Mary Campbel, Sarah Fanny Way, Ivy Stevens; Brothers, Arch Stevens, John Stevens, Earl Stevens; and Granddaighter, Miranda Stevens.

A joint funeral will be held for Garfield and his Wife, Irene on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 2:00 pm from the Savage Cove Anglican Church with Rev. Short officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

DEMPSTER, CURTIS CLAUDE

May 19, 1944 - March 6, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Claude Dempster announce his passing on March 6th, 2022 at the Health Sciences Center in St. Johns.

Claude was born on May 19, 1944 to John and Amy Dempster in Flower’s Cove. He married his love, Mary White on April 18th, 1968 and together they raised 3 wonderful sons and were blessed with 4 grandchildren. During the course of his life Claude had many careers in many locations with his most recent being on the water hauling lobsters in his fishing boat. His favorite places to be were on the water, in the woods and with his family. Claude was a hard working, busy man and could most often be found working on his wharf, in his sheds or on various carpentry projects in his home, cabin or sons homes in Alberta. Claude loved to laugh, joke, enjoy life and was known to tell a tale or two when presented with the opportunity. He had a wonderful sense of humor. He made a lasting impression, was loved and put a smile on the faces of all who knew him. He leaves to mourn and will be greatly missed by his wife Mary, sons Claude (Lisa), Toby and Raymond (Melissa); grandchildren Nicholas, Jordan, Trinity and Kiana.

He is survived by his brothers Clyde (June), Don (Cicely) and Harold and sister Katherine; Sister in laws Hazel, Beulah and Yvonne; Brother in law John and special niece DeeDee (Steve, Kaiden, Konnor and Kenzie) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents John and Amy; brothers Anthony (Sara May) and Gord; sister Millie (Clarence); brother in law Ethel Bert; brother in laws Ralph, Sterling, Stedman, Ross and Stewart; sister in laws Sybil, Clara and Vina and parent in laws Raymond and Clarissa White

Visitation to take place from the St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Flowers Cove, the funeral will take place on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 2:00 pm. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

MOORES, ABRAHAM WALLACE

January 27th, 1950 - September 8, 2021

Abe Moores was born on January 27th, 1950 in Flowers Cove to Eli and Laurola Moores. At a young age he moved to Port Aux Choix, after the death of his mother, they moved back to Flowers Cove. At the age of 20 he met the love of his life, Virtue, They later married in the year 1973. They had two daughters, Angela and Nadine. Abe had 3 other children from previous relationships; Leon, Lisa, and Lawrence. Abe was a linesman by trade but his passion was being a fisherman.

He Leaves to mourn with fond memories, his Wife, Virtue; Children, Nadine (Jeff), Angela, Lawrence (Olga), Leon (Cindy), Lisa; Grandchildren, Nikita, Nathan, Tisa, Brittany, Jenna, Taylor, Bradley; Great-grandchild, Ruby; Step-Mother, Margaret. He also leaves to mourn his Brothers, Edmund (Doreen), David (Amanda); Sisters-in-law, Maralies (Leonard), Millicent (Cliff), Helena (Iram).

The family would like to thank everyone for their calls, thoughts, prayers, visits, and assistance during this difficult time. Thank you as well to the staff at the Strait of Belle Isle Center, the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital, KM Fillatre’s Funeral Home, as well as all who have provided help at this time. May God bless you all.

Visitation to take place from the United Church in Flowers Cove, from where the funeral will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at 2:00 pm with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Cremation to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

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