STRANGEMORE, SHEILA ELLEN (Nee McDonald)

It is with great sadness that the family of Sheila Ellen Strangemore (nee McDonald) announces her passing on January 28th at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital in St Anthony Newfoundland, at the age of 77 years.

Born June 13, 1947, in Goose Cove, Newfoundland, she was one of eleven children of William & Anastasia McDonald . Sheila loved life, her many friends and her family, especially her son Liam.

In her early years her sense of adventure and work took her to many places; London, Edmonton, Vancouver, Churchill Falls, to name a few, and she finished her career with Service Canada in St Anthony. Everywhere she went she indulged her passion for photography, enjoyed and shared a good scotch and made and nourished her many friendships.

Unfortunately at the age of 46 she was diagnosed with Leukemia, a disease that would challenge and change her; but never would define her. In 1992, a year before her diagnosis, she met Graham Strangemore, who nurtured and stood by her through her challenges, and five years later they were married. Their happiness however did not last as Graham passed suddenly in April 2002, at the age of 59.

Ever positive, always independent, and forever young, she took life’s challenges in stride and embraced every opportunity it offered.

She leaves to mourn and will be forever missed by her son Liam; six brothers: Raymond, Maurice, Brendan (Kim), Desmond (Martha), Donald (Kristen), and Kevin (Ann); four sisters: Evangeline, Gertrude (Patrick Troy), Mary, Ellen (Tony Sexton); as well as her nephews and nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, and many friends; especially Carol & Alvin Colborne.

She is predeceased by her husband: Graham; her parents: William and Anastasia McDonald; her beloved Uncle Pad; brothers in law: John Drudge, Harry Urshitz; Sisters in law: Betty, and Eileen.

Public visitation will take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 7-9 pm and Friday, January 31, 2025 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service and mass will take place from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Fr. Amir officiating. Cremation to follow with inurnment to take place at a later date.

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In lieu of flowers donations to the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal or the Goose Cove Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in her memory would be gratefully accepted.  

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

BYRNE, MARIE ALICE

July 7, 1955 - March 27, 2024

Marie Alice Byrne was born July 7, 1955 to Hedley and Mary Powell of Goose Cove, NL. On August 22, 1975 she married the love of her life, Wilfred Joseph Byrne of Conche, NL. Together they had 2 children, Shelley and Christopher. She had 4 Grandchildren. Marie loved spending time with her family, in her greenhouse, and planting flowers. She will be greatly missed by all.

She leaves to mourn her Daughter: Shelley (Melissa); Daughter-in-law: Danielle; Grandchildren: Tyler, Caleb, Calleigh, Emilia; Siblings: Norm, Phyllis, Judy (Clyde), Patricia (John), Olive (Chris), Marina (Mike), Roxanne (Darrell), Derrick (Bonnie); In-laws: Angela (Ron), Loretta (Boyd), Ron (Sheila), Shirley (Jerome), Gerard (Debbie), Linda (Dan), Cyril (Beth), Imelda, Ambrose, Regina (Shawn), as well as a long list of Nieces, Nephews, family, and friends.

Marie is predeceased by her Husband: Wilf Byrne; Son: Christopher Byrne; Parents: Hedley & Mary Powell; and Parents-in-law: Rita & Ambrose Byrne.

The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove with Fr. Joseph officiating. Inurnment to follow.

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

POWELL, MARY ELLEN

January 7, 1937- November 18, 2023

Passed peacefully away at the John M. Gray Center on November 18, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born January 7, 1937 to Johanna and Peter Dempsey in Grandois, NL. She moved to Goose Cove at a young age. It was there she met and married the love of her life, Hedley Powell. They were married on November 10, 1954 and together raised 9 children. Mary was a devoted, loving mother who always put her family above everything and ensured they never wanted for anything.

She leaves to mourn with broken hearts her children: Marie, Norm, Phyllis, Judy (Clyde), Patricia (John), Olive (Chris), Marina (Mike), Roxanne (Darrell), and Derek (Bonnie); Grandchildren: Shelley (Melissa), Audrey, Sarah (Dirk), Jorden, Denata (Shaun), Jesse, Alysha (Dean), Alex, Anika (Dan), Adam (Deana), Patrick (Alicia), Andrew (Alison), DJ (Rebecca), Johanna (John), Emily, and Sam; Great-grandchildren: Tyler, Caleb, Calleigh, Emilia, Riley, Clinton, Jesse, Jorja, Oliver, Owen, Jacob, Jensen, Lexa, Avery, Emery, and Meredith; Sister: Alice; Brother: Peter as well as many extended family.

She was predeceased by her parents: Johanna and Peter; husband: Hedley; son-in-law: Wilf; grandson: Christopher; great-granddaughter: Willow; sister: Mary; and brothers: Vergus and Gary.

Her family would like to extend a sincere thank-you to the staff of the John M Gray Center for caring for her in her final years. A special thank-you to Virg Gibbons for helping make a very difficult time more bearable. All your kindness and care will never be forgotten.

Visitation will take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-8:30 pm to be followed by family prayer from 8:30-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Monday, November 20, 2023 from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove at 11:00 am with Fr. George officiating. Cremation will follow with a burial service to be announced at a later date.

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

BYRNE, WILFRED JOSEPH

October 10, 1950—March 31, 2023

Passed at the Health Science Center in St. Johns, NL, on March 31, 2023 at the age of 72 years. Wilfred Joseph Byrne was born October 10, 1950 to Rita and Ambrose Byrne of Conche, NL. On August 22,1975 he married the love of his life, Marie Alice Powell of Goose Cove and together they had 2 children Shelley and Christopher. He had 4 grandchildren.

Wilf enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved hunting, fishing and having morning coffee and chat with his friends. He will be greatly missed by all.

He leaves to mourn with loving memories, his Wife, Marie; daughter: Shelley (Melissa); daughter-in-law: Danielle; Grandchildren: Tyler, Caleb, Calleigh, and Emilia; Siblings: Angela (Ron), Loretta (Boyd), Ron (Sheila), Shirley (Jeromy), Gerard (Debbie), Linda (Dan), Cyril (Beth), Imelda, Ambrose, Regina (Shawn), As well as a long list of nieces and nephews, family and friends

Wilf is predeceased by parents: Rita and Ambrose Byrne; his Son: Christopher Byrne; Parents-In-Law’s: Hedley and Mary Powell; In Laws: Norm , Phyllis , Judy (Clyde), Patricia ( John), Olive (Chris), Marina (Mike), Roxanne (Darrell), Derrick (Bonnie)

The funeral mass took place on April 6, 2023 from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove with Fr. George officiating. Interment followed.

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

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.

ALYWARD, THERESA

June 10, 1942 - November 1, 2022

It is with great sadness that the Alyward family announce the passing of Theresa Alyward at The Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 80 years.

Theresa was born on Fishot Island June 10th 1942 to Mary Joe and Maurice Bromley. She married her sweetheart John Alyward in 1961. They had 8 children, 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Theresa learned from early on that life is what is what you make of it. Heartbreak and loss taught her to live life to the fullest and take nothing for granted. Hard work = Theresa. If there was work to be done it wouldn't be long until she had it completed. From raising a family, working for 30+ years in the fish plant, fishing, cleaning, laundry and tending to a house full of guests. She was happiest when she was busy and surrounded by family and friends.

Theresa was an avid berry picker and could be found on any bog or hill that she could get to. Often times, she had to retrace her steps in search of her or John's glasses!

Thursday night we knew just where to find Theresa. At the legion in her glee playing bingo with Madeline and her many friends. Sometimes she would win, but most times she lost. But no matter what, she enjoyed herself. If there was a party then Theresa was sure to be there! A wig, costume, hat and a dress would surely appear. Fun, family and foolishness always kept her young at heart and full of life.

She leaves to mourn her Husband, John Alyward; Children, Kevin (Rose), Agnes, Lorraine (Tony), Jim (Sheila); Grandchildren, Bradley (Krista), Quentin (Angie), Scott (Jennifer), Blair (Melissa), Erika (Alexander), Megan; Great Grandchildren, Abby, Paige, Zoey, Celeste, Everleigh, Adelynn, Reid, Gabriel; Siblings, Laura, Ed, Ida, Cyril (Alice), Anna (Patrick); In-laws, Madeline, Patrick (Anna), Wilfred (Anne), Gerald (Virtue), Gary, David (Lawney) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

Theresa is predeceased by her Parents, Maurice and Mary Joe; Children, Marguerite, Eric, Joy, Corrine; Siblings, Maurice, Francis, Ronald; In-laws: Theresa, Ignatious, Ann, Leo, Ray; Niece, Shirley.

The Alyward family would like to a special thank you to all who helped alleviate our sorrow. Your kindness and thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Many thanks from the Alyward Family.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Thursday, November, 3, 2022 and Friday, November 4, 2022. The funeral service will take place from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose cove at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 5, 2022 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, ANNE FRANCES

August 16, 1935 - August 1, 2022

Anne was born in Conche to Peter and Adell Casey on August 16, 1935. Anne went to Fishot Island in 1955 where she met and married the love of her life, Ed Bromley on Nov 12, 1957. In 1970 they moved to Goose Cove where they raised their children.

She will be forever loved and sadly missed by her husband of 65 years (Edward Bromley); her daughters Adell (Lorne Carter), Michelle (John Williams), Mary (Leonard Alyward); her sons, Eugene, Sean (Regina Byrne), and Cory (Susan McDonald); her sisters, Mary (Ed Blanchard) as well as a large circle of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews that she dearly loved.

Anne was predeceased by her loving parents Adell and Peter Casey; Brothers, Steven, Tom and Jim; Daughters, Clara and Bernadine; Great-granddaughter Emily.

The family would like to send a thank you those who helped in any way.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 2-4 pm with a private visitation to follow in the evening from 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 11:00 am from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove with Fr. Rossi officiating. Interment to follow.

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

RICKS, MADONNA VERONICA

May 23, 1946 - April 18, 2022

Passed away on April 18, 2022 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 75 years. Madonna graduated from the Nursing Assistant Program in Corner Brook in 1967 after which she started working at C.S.C.M.H. She retired in March 2012 after over 40 years serving the people of the Northern Peninsula and Southern Labrador. Madonna married the love of her life, Leo on April 22, 1971 and had together they raised two beautiful daughters whom she cherished.

She leaves to mourn, her Husband, Leo Ricks; Daughters, Tamara Reardon (Kirby), Susan Genge (Brandon); Grandchildren, Chris, Leah and Evan; Great-grandchildren, Carter and Amelia Rae; Brothers, Patrick Troy (Gertrude), Edward Troy, Wade Troy (Annie), Tony Troy (Gladys), Paul Troy (Betty); Sisters, Mary Boone (Malcolm), Shirley Parsons (Tommy), Frances Reardon (Martin), Agnes McCarthy (Jerome); Sister-in-law, Marie Troy; Very special friend, Dorothy Patey as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

Madonna is predeceased by her parents, Leo Troy and Bridget Troy (nee Murrin) as well as Brother, Joseph Troy.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life for family and friends will take place on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 2:00 pm from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in St. Anthony with Fr. George officiating. Inurnment to follow at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

BROMLEY, DAISY JOHANNA

April 27, 1970 - November 14, 2021
It is with great sadness that we , the family of Daisy Bromley announce her passing at Charles S Curtis Memorial Hospital, on Nov. 14, 2021 at the age of 51 years, surrounded by family and friends. Daisy was born in St. Anthony on April 27, 1970. She was the 2nd of 5 children born to Irene and Edward Bromley. Daisy was known as a kind hearted and generous woman with a beautiful soul. She had a smile for everyone. She especially enjoyed spending time with her closest friends. Daisy was never one to turn down a good time, whether it was a trip to the cabin, out in boat, on ski-doo or just sitting around the table singing and laughing with her friends and family. Daisy’s work took her all over the world and allowed her to see many places. She loved to travel. In the last two years she had travelled to many places in NL with family or friends. Daisy leaves to mourn, her parents, Irene and Edward Bromley. Brothers, Dale (Shirley),  Desmond (Trina), Jason (Mona), sister, Dreena and her beloved cat, Zoey. As well as her nieces, nephews and a large circle of family and friends. The family will be receiving family and friends for visitation at Kerry Fillitre Funeral Home, Nov. 16, 2021 from 2-4 pm. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 at 10am at RC church, in Goose Cove with Father George officiating. Daisy had requested a donation to a charity of ones choosing, in lieu of flowers. Please adhere to COVID regulations, Vaxpass is required upon entry. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Kerry M Fillitre Funeral home, St. Anthony, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

“ A true friend is never truly gone. Their spirit lives on in the memories of those who loved them”

— Amy Hoover

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.