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.

COOMBS, GEORGE

George Coombs passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on March 4th, 2021 at the age of 88. His battle with serious medical issues over the last few years showed his determination courage and bravery to fight to stay with his family despite his pain. George was a hero in the eyes of his family and stayed strong until the end.

George leaves to mourn the love of his life Mamie Coombs. They were married for 63 years and had 4 children: Myrtle (John Claude), Walter (Jocelyn), Cindy and Brada (Bruce). George also leaves his grandchildren, Casey, Cindy, Jarrett (Natasha) and Braden. Great grandchildren: Dawson, Deja and a large circle of family and friends.

George is predeceased by his daughter, Cindy; his mom and dad Walter and Amelia Coombs; Brothers, Jake and John and sisters Matilda, Ruby, Myrtle and Caroline.

George will be greatly missed by all who were lucky to have met him with his strong and witty personality and the love he had for his family.

The family would like to extent a heartfelt thanks to the ER staff and Medics at SBIHC for their kindness and amazing care shown to George during his many visits and his last few days.

The viewing will be held at K M Fillatre’s Funeral Home St. Anthony and George will be laid to rest at St. Mary Anglican Cemetery in Black Duck Cove.

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