GARDINER, GERARD

November 14, 1950 - March 14, 2024

Gerard Joseph Gardiner (Judd), cherished father, beloved husband, devoted brother, and adored grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024, at the age of 73, with his wife Elizabeth at his side. Gerard’s love of his family, the outdoors, and his time as a fisherman defined the incredible man he was.

Gerard was born on the rocky shores of the Grey Islands to his parents, Gerald and Bridget. There, like many other families, he learned to live on what they had while maintaining a sense of pride and devotion to family. When he resettled to Conche, he and his seven siblings took these values with them.

Though many families moved away from Conche, Gerard chose to stay where he would eventually meet his wife of 35 years, Betty, and start a family of his own.

 Gerard worked at a variety of jobs over his lifetime and spent many hours at the fish plant, but it was fishing that he loved most.

 He enjoyed his many trips to the wharf with his dog, Jack, to chat with the local fishermen about fishing, the weather, and everything in between. He always loved to torment his siblings, wife, and kids just to create laughter for those around him.

 To his family, Gerard was the definition of selfless. Everything he did was for his wife and his children, and he asked for little in return. He was an ever-present father and husband and gave his children the greatest childhood of playing hockey, boil ups, swimming trips, and always trying to pass on his love of the outdoors.

We will remember Gerard for his love and devotion to his family,  his willingness to help others, and his love of the water. He will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

 He was predeceased by his parents, Gerald Gardiner & Bridget Gardiner.

 Left to mourn are his wife Elizabeth; children Darrell (Samantha), Damian, Sara, and Dereck; grandchildren Anna and Layla; Siblings Don, Jean, Mary, Carmelita (Tony), Angela (Leon), Gerry (Ellen), and Loretta (Ron).

Visitation to take place from the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Conche beginning from 7-9 pm, Friday, March 22, 2024. The funeral mass will take place at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 23, 2024 with Fr. George officiating. Interment to follow.

The family will make funeral arrangements at a later date in consultation with the Sacred Heart Parish. They have been entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

GARDINER, LUCY MARGARET (Nee Flynn)

“Her eyes are like diamonds, her face is so fair. Red, rosy cheeks and her curly brown hair. I always will love her wherever I roam, my darling wife Lucy, she’s the pride of our home”.

The life force of our family, Lucy Margaret Gardiner (nee Flynn) passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on May 8th, 2023. Lucy was born on April 25th,1934 in Shoal Cove, Canada Bay. She died at the Health Science Center, St. John’s on May 8th, 2023.

Lucy lived her 89 years to the fullest. She was happiest at home in the “Beauty Spot of the North” - Conche, where she would always welcome those who visited especially her close family and friends. Lucy was known for her sharp wit and her many stories and poems. She wasn’t one to keep her thoughts to herself. She shared her opinions freely. Lucy was one of the most kind-hearted and compassionate people that you could meet. She cared for both young and old. She will be missed by all!

Left to mourn are her children: Joan (Ron), Austin (Ida), Gertie (Bernie), Louis, Sharon, Edward, Michelle (Bernie) and Desmond (Maria). Her grandchildren: Chad, Justin, Gillian, Ryan, Kayla, Sheena, Blair, Ashley, Brandon, Zachary, Patrick, Zane, Nathan, Braedyn, Connor, Luke, Miguel, Jacob, Ana and Mariah. Her great-grandchildren: Brody and Brooke. Her sister Gertrude and her many nieces, nephews, family and special friends.

She is predeceased by her husband, Ronald Gardiner and two of her children. Her parents, Edward Flynn and Bridget Hope.

Visitation to take place from the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Conche beginning the afternoon of Thursday, May 11, 2023. The celebration of life, will be held at 7 pm on May 11, 2023. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 12, 2023 with Fr. George officiating. Interment to follow.

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

BROMLEY, LOUIS PATRICK

March 13, 1956 - November 24, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of the late Louis Bromley announce his passing surrounded by love at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on November 24, 2022.

Louis was born on March 13, 1956 in Roddicton, NL to Maurice and Theresa Bromley. He was the oldest of 12 children. He grew up on Fishot Island and later relocated to Goose Cove in 1970. He later moved to St. Anthony in 1988 where he remained until his passing. At a very young age he began his career as a lifelong fisherman; a career that lasted over 50 years. First he fished with his father, and later as an Engineer on a larger vessel. He met the love of his life Lillian 40 years ago and together they raised 2 beautiful children; Justin and Jenetta, and later welcomed the apple of his eye, granddaughter Carly.

Louis enjoyed life’s simple pleasures; time on the water, in the woods, a good game of darts, a boil up and was always up for a scoff and a cup of tea. A very kind and gentle soul, his family and friends were his life. He loved to socialize, volunteer and was well known as always up to foolishness. Louis was a man of character and strength; the latter was very obvious during his battle with cancer. He will always be remembered as a loving spouse, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his spouse, Lillian; Son: Justin (Julie); Daughter: Jenetta (Reg); Granddaughter: Carly; Brothers: Don (Elva), Eddie (Sharon); Sisters: Joan (Morris), Bonnie (Tim), Angela (Barry), Shirley (Dale), Linda (Jeff); Rhonda (Todd), Bev (Lorne); In-laws: Judy (Wallace), Linda (Terry), Nath (Mona) and Jessie (Eric), as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and crew members. And of course, his best bud - his dog Buddie.

Louis is predeceased by his parents Maurice and Theresa, brother Tony, sisters Linda and Bessie and nephew Michael. In-laws Arch and Annie Larkin.

Visitation will take place at the Immaculate Conception Church in Goose Cove beginning on Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 2-4pm and 7-9 pm, and will continue on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at 2-4 pm and family service at 7-9pm. The funeral service will take place on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 11 am at the Immaculate Conception Church in Goose Cove with Fr. George officiating. Cremation to follow.

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

If love and courage could have saved you, you would never have left. We take comfort knowing that you are safely home in the arms of God. We wish you fair winds and calm seas.

HEDDERSON, CECILIA ANNE

May 19, 1929 - August 28, 2021

May 19th, 1929, Cecilia Anne was born to Maude and Joseph Clarke of Canada Harbour. She shared her childhood with sisters, Agnes, Carmel, Jenny, Dorothy, Elsie, and Brothers, Cyril and Garrett. At the age of 26 she married William Hedderson, unfortunately William was called home after just 10 short years of marriage.
Cecilia devoted her life to her 8 children, Madonna, Anne, Maxine, Leone, Jim, Bill, Denise, and Lonny.
In her later years, Cecilia was blessed with 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild. Cecilia will never be forgotten, her memories will live forever in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Cecilia lived a long and full life. She passed at the age of 92.
She leaves to mourn her sisters, Dorothy Clark, Elsie Alyward; Brother, Garrett Clark; Madonna and Tom Cannings, Lisa, Brittany, Jenna Jones, Ron, Cindy and Jordan Cannings, Herb, Bev, Noah, and Jonah Cannings, Barry, Kelsie, Jacob and Quinley Cannings, Morgan, Morgan Jr., Joey, Alexis, Jeremiah Cannings, Trina and Evan Cannings; Anne, Pius, Shane and Tyrone Reardon; Maxine, Genny, Logan, Layla Hiscock, Terrance, Erica, Troy, and Ryan Hiscock; Leone and Brian Hedderson, Corey Thorne and Darquise D’Boiscommeault; Jim Hedderson, Ashley Coates-Hedderson and Asher, Allison Coates-Hedderson, Aubrie, Alivia, and Aslan; William and Denise Hedderson; Lonny and Hazel, Brandon and Bailey Reardon, and Cassie Byrne.
She is predeceased by her Parents, Maude and Joseph Clarke; Husband, William Hedderson; Sisters, Agnes Carter, Jenny Jones, Carnmel Keough; and Brother, Cyril Clark.
Visitation took place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home on August 30, 2021 in St. Anthony, Cremation followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

REARDON, MARY ANDREA

December 17th, 1945 - December 5th 2020
With great sadness we announce the passing of Mary Andrea Reardon (nee Rice). Mary passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4th, 2020 at Curtis Memorial Hospital with her family at her side. Left with a lifetime of fond memories, her Husband, Herb; Children, Connie (Jerome), Tanya (Junior), Melissa (Ross), Patrick (Caroline), Darren (Connie), and Chad; Grandchildren, Shae, Felicia, Samantha, Sarah, Sharron, Cole, Taylor Rae, Ty, Zachary, Kenny, Jesse, Jessica and Jordan; Great-grandchildren Allie and Jaxon; Sister, Ruth; Sisters-in-law, Ida (John), Mae (Wayne); Brothers-in-law, Be (Imelda), Louis (Norma), Eric (Eileen), Reuben Elliott as well as many nieces and nephews. Mary was predeceased by her parents Hazel and William Rice; Brother, Eli; Sisters, Millie and Gladys; Son-in-law Louis; Her in-laws, Patrick and Agnes Reardon; Sister-in-law Mildred Sexton. Mary loved cooking Sunday dinners and regardless of whoever showed up at her house- there was always enough cooked for everyone. Mary also loved talking on the phone to her many friends. We are sure they miss her calls every day - and sometimes two or three times a day. Cremation has taken place with burial to be announced at a later date.

CARROLL, LORETTA (LAURIE) MARY

July 6, 1941 - November 7, 2018

Loretta (Laura) Carroll, born in Conche to Patrick and Mary Ellen Byrne. Laura moved to Fortune Arm where she married William Carroll. Together they had ten children. Later in life, they uprooted again and moved to Alcock’s Point in Griquet. Laura worked at the fish plant for many years then later she went fishing with her husband. Laura was a strong-willed woman who not only took care of her own, but everyone else –whether it was making them bread or knitting them socks. She was blessed with 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren that she loved dearly. Leaving to mourn sons; John (Wanda), Louis (Daphne), Mike (Belinda), Patrick (Tonya) and Anthony, daughters; Annie (David), Mary Ellen (Leaton), Sadie (Bud), and Marie (Keith); brother William Byrne (Effie); 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband, William Carroll, daughter, Mary Ellen, brothers; John, Patrick, Joseph, Edward, Charlie, Francis, Thomas, and sister Gertie. Funeral mass took place at 1:00PM on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at St. Monica’s Church, Griquet, NL, officiated by Father George. Burial took place at the Catholic Church cemetery in Griquet following the service. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton. Lee Nippard, funeral director.

CHAYTOR, ANASTASIA

It is with broken hearts that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Mrs. Anastasia Chaytor, age 74 years on April 22, 2018. Born September 4th, 1943 in Goose Cove, Anastasia grew up in Sou West and moved to Croque and raised her family. She loved to spend time with family and friends. She loved the outdoors, gardening, ski-dooing, ice fishing, and spending time at her cabin in Sou West. She passed away doing what she loved- enjoying life to the fullest.. As an active senior she will be missed greatly from the community of Croque. Saddened and left to mourn are her husband, Vergus Chaytor; son Edward (Lori); daughters, Josephine (Wilbert), Georgina (Wade) and Valda (Ranil). Left with cherished memories of their grandmother are her Grandchildren; Mason (Gail), Jasmine (Tobias), Brittany, Michael, Matthew, Amber, Keagan, Cameron and Nathan; her little Great Grandchildren, Ember, Katie and Lucas. Also leaving to mourn are her brothers and sisters; Nell (Bernard) Clarke, Don (Bridget) Reardon, Winston Reardon, Cassie (Ross) Reardon, Jack (Emma) Reardon, Cyril Reardon, Caroline Whalen, Bridget (Len) Reardon, Linda (Craig) Pilgrim and their families. Anastasia is predeceased by her parents Maurice and Josephine Reardon and Sister Diana Pilgrim. Special thank you to Father George for the beautiful ceremony, Elizabeth Kearney of Croque for the family service and help in preparing for the Celebration of her life. And to the Fillatres Funeral Home in St. Anthony, NL for their caring and compassionate service. Visitation was held from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral home and the Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church in Croque. The funeral was held on April 28th, 2018 from the Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church in Croque with Fr. George officiating. Inurnment to follow at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.