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,

SHEARS, BENJAMIN

November 16, 1939—September 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Benjamin Shears, ESQ 🤣 (Ben) announce his passing. He passed away surrounded by family at the John M. Gray Center for seniors in St. Anthony on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Ben fought a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. He leaves to mourn his loving and devoted wife, Beatrice, of 60 years (nee Nicolle), his children Michele (Wade) and Michael (Nadine) and his cherished grandchildren Katie (Patrick), Andrew (Bre), Sarah (Wayne), Joshua (Samantha) and Avery. He was blessed with one great-grandchild, Eleena Hope. He is survived by his beautiful sister Maxine, sisters-in-laws Mildred and Betty and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ben was predeceased by his parents Richard and Olive Shears, his infant sister Olive, his mother and father-in-law Victoria and James Nicolle, sisters Evelyn, Leila, Georgina and Sharon, brothers Rick, Rod, Austin and sisters and brothers-in-law Thelma, Myra, Max, Bob, Lloyd, Gordon, Klaus.

Ben grew up in Hawkes Bay, but often referred to “home” as St. David’s where he was born. He married the love of his life, Beatrice Nicolle, on August 31,1963. Together they raised two children; Michele and Michael. He ran his own auto body shop for years until he sold it and worked as a school bus driver until his retirement in 2004.

Ben loved the great outdoors and spent time fishing, snowmobiling, berry picking, getting firewood and doing odd jobs around the house for Beatrice or one of his children. He enjoyed close friendships with some who have gone before him; Fred, Kev, Floyd, Melv and Robert. Mack, Ray, Ross, Ron, Ken, Tom, and Ches he mentioned you often; you were important to him. Even in the grips of Alzheimer’s he often said your names.

Ben loved company, a good yarn, an argument or time spent doing things he loved with his favorite people.

In 2016, as the disease progressed, he and Beatrice moved to St. Anthony to be closer to family. In 2019 the heart wrenching decision was made to move him to the John M. Gray Center for seniors. It was there that he lived out the rest of his days with the love of his life visiting every day or every second day as health and strength permitted.

“And out of the cage the bird flew
Soaring up into the rafters
On a wing that had healed good as new”

— Aselin Debison . Ben’s favorite song.

His family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the front line staff nursing staff at the John M.Gray Center. Staff went above and beyond to respect his personhood, his dignity and all his care needs during his four (4) years at the center. His last days and hours were surrounded by caring and dedicated staff; special thanks to Hayley, Patsy, Georgina, Terri, Alfreda, Trish, Nekita, Valerie and Shanda. Your professionalism and kindness made a difficult situation bearable.

A memorial service will take place at St. Mary’s Anglican church in St. Anthony on Tuesday Sept 19 2023 at 4:00 pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. The church will be open at 1:00 pm for viewing, Cremation will follow and the funeral service will be announced at a later date.

MORRIS, JESSIE LOUISA (nee Reeves)

July 20, 1943 - January 22, 2023

Jessie Morris was born in Cape North on July 20th, 1943, to Barton and Edith Reeves, she was raised in Goose Cove. She married Clarence Morris in 1963 and moved to Cartwright where they began their family, Jessie with her children later moved to Goose Bay.

Some years later Jessie moved back to Cartwright where she spent the rest of her years. She did not have an easy life, but she worked hard and raised her children, who were her pride and joy. Jessie’s every thought was for her children and grandchildren, longing for them to know the God that she served. Jessie placed her hope in Jesus, she remained that way until her passing in St. Anthony on January 22nd, 2023.

Jessie was a devout Christian who loved to worship her Lord and Savior, she found great peace in this and would do so at every opportunity. Jessie is now kneeling at her Savior’s feet.

Jessie leaves to remember with love, her Daughters: Nellie (Ronald) Pardy, Darlene (Jason) Taylor; Sons: Clarence (Bernice) Morris, Leroy (Sharon) Morris; 5 Grandchildren; 7 Great-grandchildren; Brother: Benjamin (Francis) Reeves; Sisters: Karen (Bob) Lunnen, Charlotte Coombs, as well as many other extended family and friends

She is predeceased by her husband: Clarence Morris; Son: Clifford Morris; Parents; Barton & Edith Reeves; Brother-in-law: Pete Coombs.

The family wishes to acknowledge with heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all whom contributed through the many expressions of love, concern and kindness shown to them during their hour of bereavement and sadness. May God Bless You!

The homegoing service is tentatively scheduled to take place on January 26, 2023 from the Evangel Pentecostal Temple in Cartwright with Pastor Rochelle Andrews officiating. Interment to follow.

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

CURL, DAPHNE DARLENE

January 31, 1968 - December 12, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Daphne Darlene Curl, aged 54 years, shares news of her peaceful passing, after living with early dementia, on December 12, 2022. Originally from St. Lewis, Labrador, Daphne most recently resided in Roddickton, NL.

Predeceased by her beloved parents Thomas and Margaret Curl, brothers David & Garland (Jane) and sister Beatrice.

Left with fond and loving memories are her sister Verna Smith (Lawrence d.), brothers John (Phyllis), Guy (Ivy) and Denley (Donna) as well as a large circle of nephews and nieces, special friend Michael Hennessey and her treasured dogs Joey & Bailey.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of the John M Grey Center in St. Anthony who cared for Daphne in the last few months.

Cremation will take place with a memorial service to follow at a later date in St. Lewis.

PILGRIM, FLORENCE

Ethel Florence Pilgrim
June 11,1927-October 14,2022
Main Brook, NL

The family of Ethel Florence Pilgrim nee Bessey are saddened to announce her passing on October 14,2022 at the John M. Gray Center in St.Anthony at the age of 95 years.
She was known as Florrie to all.The very sweetest and kindest lady.spending most of her life as a shopkeeper. She thoroughly enjoyed her days interacting with her customers right up until she retired at the age of 84.
She was predeceased by her husband Maxwell, her sister Beatrice and her step brother Hedley.
She leaves to mourn with fond a loving memories her four children Bruce (Donna), Eileen (Allen), Clyde (Joy), Ivan (Rena)
6 grandchildren-Tracy (Dale), Trent (Barbara Ann), Chad(Susan), Gavin(Jenn), Melissa (Chris), Christopher(Katie) and 10 great grandchildren Terryn, Brooklyn, Samantha, Charlotte, Quinn, Nora, Benjamin, Harper, Mackenzie, Sofia and one brother Edward Bessey (Martha)
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre, St. Anthony. Visitation will be on Sunday, Oct. 16th 2022 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm.
Funeral service will be held on Monday Oct. 17th at 2 pm form the Funeral home in St. Anthony with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment to follow at United Church cemetery, Raleigh.

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BAINES, MARY EVELYN (Nee Coombs)

March 27, 1933 - February 10, 2022

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at John M Gray Centre, St. Anthony on February 10th, 2022. Mrs. Mary Evelyn Baines of Shoal Cove West at the age of 88 years. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Roland and son Hank, parents John and Elizabeth (Genge), brothers Lambert, Israel and Leslie and sister Nellie White. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories, her daughters, Beulah Gibbons (Dwight) and Holly Baines (Derrick); son Michael; granddaughters, SheriLee Chambers (Borje) and Jean McGrath (Scott); great grandchildren Michael Chambers, Jonathan Chambers, Cora McGrath and Abraham McGrath; great nephew Lorne Coombs; and a large circle of relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and Interment will take place at a later date. Funeral Services entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton. Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

CUNARD, JUDY (Nee Hoddinott)

November 28, 1924 - January 29, 2022

Passed peacefully away at the John M Grey Centre on Saturday, January 29, 2022 Judy Cunard (nee Hoddinott) of Brig Bay at the age of 97.

She leaves to mourn her sons; Rendell (Myrtle), Gervase (Edna); and her daughters, Vivian (Gerry) and Doreen; grandchildren, Ren Jr (the late Karen), Trent, Chat (Tina), Vaughan (Daisy), Nicole (Jason), Wendy (Rodney), Andrew (Megan), Susan (Fahim), Gorvin (Connie); Greatgrandchildren, Valene, Evan (Christine), Cayley, Saku, Matthew, Megan, Adam, Joshua, Avery, Ashton, Kyle, Luca, Nico, Ava, Ethan; Brothers, Pleman (Ollie), Harvey (Doris); Sisters, Loretta (the late Ben) and Dulcie (the late David); Sister-in-law, Georgina, as well as many other extended family and friends.

She is predeceased by her husband, Stephen; Siblings, Vivian (Gervase), Susie (Frank), Clyde (Amy), Ralph (Blanche), Marion (Isaac), Gordon; In-laws, Aggie (Eli), Hubert (Winnifred), George, Jake (Sarah Fanny); as well as Son-in-law Jun.

A special thank you to the staff of the John M. Grey Centre for their exceptional care and compassion during her stay there.

Private visitation to take place from Church of the Advent on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 2, 2022. The funeral service will be tentatively held on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 11:00 am with Rev. Gosse officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

WILLIAMS, MARY

April 4, 1941 - December 10, 2020
Passed away on December 10, 2020 from the John M. Gray in St. Anthony at the age of 79 years, Mary Williams of Forrester’s Point. She shared her loving memories with her Husband, George T. Williams; Children, Darlene (Craig), Winsor (Sandra), Frances (Michael), Irene, George; Grandchildren, Martina (Logan), Santana (Damien), Farrah (John), Crystal, Keegan, Jaxon; Great-Grandchildren, Whitney, Mya, Kane, Nash, Kate, Lily; Siblings, Sheila (Gideon), Bill (Gwen), Donald (Dulcie), Stewart (Rowena); Sister-in-law, Rita, as well as a large circle of family and friends. She is predeceased by her Son, Curlene; Daughter, Dulcie; Parents, Soloman and Phoebe Bailey; Mother and Father In-law, Gertrude and Clement Williams; Brothers, Gideon, Archiable; Sister-in-law Mary Jane; Sister, Irene; Brother-in-law Wiliga and special friend, Sarah Gibbons. The funeral service will take place on Monday, December 14, 2020 at 2:00 pm from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove with Rev. Gosse officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

The family would like to thank the staff of the John M. Gray Long Term Care Center in St. Anthony for all their wonderful work in caring for Mrs. Williams as well as all those who have helped her along the way.

RANDELL, ELLWOOD RALPH

September 16, 1943 – October 13, 2019

It is with heavy hearts that the Randell family announce the peaceful passing of beloved husband and father Ellwood Randell on October 13, 2019 at the John M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony at the age of 76. He is remembered with great love by his family, including his wife, Juanita (nee: Newman) of 53 years; children Judy (Brad), Janice (Marshall), Vaden (Cynthia), Tony (Cheryl); Grandchildren Brianna (Paul), Brandon (Kayla), Brady (Marissa), Cameron and Nicholas; Great Grandchildren Blair, Evan, Kyle; Predeceased by parents Jesse and Rowena and his sister, Olive; Brothers, Ross (Marion), Paul (Christine), Jesse (Ruth), Austin (Jean), Lloyd (Tamer) and a large circle of relatives, nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will take place at the Apostolic Faith Church in Bide Arm on Wednesday, October 16th, from 2-4 pm, as well as 7-9 pm. A celebration of Ellwood’s life and faith will take place from there on Thursday, October 17th at 2 pm with Pastor Howard Canning officiating, joined by Pastor Rene Cassell sharing the Word. Interment will follow at the Apostolic Faith Cemetery in Bide Arm. In Ellwood’s memory, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society NL. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

HEDDERSON, RITA

November 2nd, 1945- April 14, 2019

Rita was born in Griquet to Sarah & William Bridger on November 2nd, 1945. She met the love of her life Ray Hedderson of Hay Cove and married on January 23, 1964. Together they had five children, two of which died as infants. Rita had many jobs but ended her career as a seamstress with Grenfell Handicrafts. She took great pride in sewing and spent most of her spare time doing the same. Her pride and joy were her six grandchildren. Rita’s house was always open and food was always prepared for her many invited guests. Rita was an active member of her church until no longer able to physically attend. But she continued her walk with God and ministered to others along the way. Her trust in God never changed throughout her lengthy illness. Rita passed peacefully on April 14, 2019 at the John M. Gray Center surrounded by her family. Rita leaves to mourn Husband, Ray; Daughters Angela (Byron) and Allison (Duane); Son-in-law Barry; Grandchildren Kelsey, Mark, Paul, Kristan, Dante, Tanisha and a large circle of friends and extended family. She was predeceased by two infant children, Allister and Arlene and daughter, Amelia. Visitation was held from the Bethel Pentecostal Church in St. Anthony from where the funeral service was held on Thursday, April 18. 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliot officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.