MYERS, GERALDINE MARY (Nee Caines)

May 31, 1945 - July 27, 2024

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.  

It is with great sadness, that the family of the Geraldine Myers (nee Caines) announce her passing on July 27, 2024 at Rufus Guinchard Health Care Center. 

Geraldine was born and raised in Bartlett’s Harbour, where she married and had her family. Geraldine loved to be busy, if she wasn't cooking or cleaning you could be sure to find her on Jacks mesh picking berries or in the Bread Pan making her famous homemade bread. She had a deep love for  music, playing cards, bingo and in later years- evening drives. 

She leaves with found and loving memories her Sons: Marcell (Donna) Myers, Howard Sr (Margaret) Myers, Dan (Colleen) Myers and Daughter: Earline Parsons; Her Grandchildren: Kevin Bruce, Sidney Myers, Cynthia Chafe, Chelsea Myers, Ann (Kris) Reid, Howard (Deanna) Myers, Brandon (Savannah) Myers, Sara (Ashley Miller) Myers, Hannah Myers, Adam Myers, Danielle Parsons & Hilary Parsons; Her Great-Grandchildren: Ryder Bruce, Ava & Norah Myers, Jacob & Mason Chafe, Joan Myers, Scarlett & Piper Myers, Miley & Blade Myers and Elliott Myers.

She also leaves to mourn, her Sisters: Eudora Tatchell (John Rumbolt), Iona (Mose) Caines, Rowena Carnell (Melvin Allingham); Sisters in Law: Emily Caines, Catherine Caines, Janet Caines, Marina Myers; Brothers: Melvin Caines, Dorman (Marie) Caines, Marcell Caines. Geraldine Leaves behind a large circle of family and friends. 

She is predeceased by her Husband: Edmund Myers; Daughter: Emma Myers and Son: Eddie Myers; Her Parents: Thomas and Caroline Caines (Nee Gould); Siblings/in-laws: Louise (Raymond) Beaudoin, Clyde (Theresa) Caines, Dorothy (Patrick) Mahar, Sydney Caines, Evelyn (Walt) Tatchell, Bryant Caines, Austin Caines, Stanley Tatchell, Cecil Caines, Ap Carnell, Wavey Caines, Emma (Joe) Hughes, Adrian Myers, Cornelius Myers, Cecil Myers, Helida Pittman.

Many thanks to her devoted care givers over the years, but in recent years the staff at Rufus Guinchard Healthcare Center. From the nursing staff, kitchen staff, housekeeping, laundry, ambulance staff- if there was music playing you could at any time find one of them dancing with her. You all loved her so much and made her smile whenever you could. We thank each and everyone of you for your devoted dedication to not only your work but your love for your family in Long Term Care.

Her smile will be missed by many but she was loved by all. 

Visitation to take place at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church- Bartlett’s Harbour on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 from 6-9 pm, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 will be open with the family service taking place at 7:00 PM. The funeral will take place on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 3:00 PM with Fr. Rossi officating. Interment to follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Bartlett’s Harbour.

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

COOMBS, DERRICK

November 4, 1953 - July 9, 2024

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Derrick Coombs on July 9th, 2024 at the Health Science Centre in St. John’s, NL, at the age of 70 years.

Derrick loved and was loved by his family and friends. He enjoyed spending time with them whenever he could. He enjoyed fishing, especially for salmon and trout, and would take any of us along to share in the joy with only a moments notice. He also enjoyed boating, moose hunting, working, picking things apart, fixing, and building things. In his younger years he played darts, was a member of the Blue Bird Lions Club, Orangeman and Legionnaires. He worked many jobs and always with the same loyalty to each and every one of them. He lived a good life, did what he wanted when he wanted, and left this world the way he always said he wanted to go: quickly without long suffering. He will be deeply missed by all.

Derrick was Born in Flowers Cove on November 4, 1953 to Kenneth Frederick Coombs and Effie Ellen (Mitchelmore) Coombs, he leaves to Mourn mother Effie Coombs, Brothers Hubert Coombs (Myrtle), Seaward (Rose), Sisters Emma Coombs, Annie (Coombs) Pilgrim (Otto), Marolyn Coombs (Barry), Nieces and Nephews, Wendy Coombs, Nelson Coombs (Tina), Unessa Coombs, Kenneth Pilgrim, Effie Adamache (Will), Briana Pilgrim, Alison Patey (Jose), Corbin Coombs, Gage Pilgrim, Robbie Coombs, Ross Pilgrim. Aunts, Caroline (Mitchelmore) Rowsell, Eleanor Mitchelmore, Many Cousins and Friends.

May you rest in peace, forever in our hearts. Until we are all together again!

Predeceased by Father Kenneth Frederick Coombs, Grandparents William and Matilda Coombs, Emanuel and Annie Mitchelmore, Nicholas Hughes.

Visitation to take place at the Church of the Advent in Plum Point on Friday, July 19, 2024, times to be announced with the family service taking place at 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Canon Terry Coates and Rev. Nath Larkin officiating. Interment to follow in the Pond Cove community cemetery.

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

FOWLER, STELLA

August 15, 1936 - July 15, 2024

It is with great sadness had heaviest hearts that the family of the late Stella Fowler announce her passing in the presence of her family on July 15th at the age of 87 years.

Leaving to mourn with many fond memories are her daughters: Jessie, Joan, Dorothy, Colleen; Sons-in-law: Bob and Al; Grandchildren: David, Michael (Courtney), Andrew, Maurice (Catherine), Cynthia (Matt); Great-grandchildren: Rebel, Zoey, Liv, Emily, Liam, Jackson, Carson; Sister: Jessie Elms; Sister-in-laws: Cora Fowler, Barbara Fowler, Selma Fowler; and Brother-in-law: Gary Fowler.

Stella will be missed but leaves many fun memories behind wither her home league and church families.

Stella was predeceased by her husband: David; Daughter: Glenda; Parents: Benjamin and Joanna Smith; and an infant brother. Also gone before her was her son-in-law: Maurice Gillingham; Brother-in-law: Leonard, Edward, Delano Fowler, Gary Hammond, Raymond Tilley; Sister-in-law: Dorothy Hammond, Gertrude Prahl, and Viola Tilley.

Many thanks go to her devoted caregivers, especially Sheila. The family would also like to express their greatest gratitude for the excellent nursing care she received.

Friends and family are welcomed to the Salvation Army Church in St. Anthony to say “until we meet again” on Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 11:00 am with Corps Sg. Major Don Noble officiating. interment to follow in the Salvation Army Cemetery.

Flowers are graciously accepted as well as donations to the Salvation Army Cemetery fund.

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

KEARNEY, LAURA

Sept 28, 1946-July 14, 2024

Laura passed peacefully away surrounded by her family on July 14, 2024.

Laura Mary Kearney (Byrne) was born in Conche Sept 28, 1946. She married Donald Kearney May 1968. They raised 4 beautiful children. Karen, Darlene, Mae and Chris. Laura's children and grandchildren were her pride and joy. Laura was a woman of true faith. She raised her children on values she believed in to be kind and honest and always love one another.

She leaves to mourn her husband Don of 56 years, daughters Karen (Andrew), Darlene (George), Mae (Eric), Son Christopher (Christa); Grandchildren, Toni, Gregory (Rachel) Hunter, Mackenzie (David), Logan, Erica, (Johnny), Ashton, Caidyn, Connor and Maggie. Sisters Margaret (Art) and Theresa. As well her sister in law Marie Byrne, Mae Simmonds, Angela Dillon, Gertie (Gerry) Bromley, Brothers in-laws Frank (Mariella) Kearney, Jerome (Margaret) Kearney, Calvin Humphries and Lawrence Casey as well as a large number of nieces and nephews.

Laura is predeceased by her parents Margaret and Elias Byrne, in-laws Vincent and Marie Kearney, grand daughter Katie Marie Hunt, nephews Darren Kearney, Vincent Kearney, Steve Meaney, sisters Sadie Meaney, Rose Humphries and Mary Casey, brothers Mike, Vincent and Gerald Byrne, Also her brother in Laws John Meaney and Reynold Bujold, George Dillon and Tony Simmonds. Sister in laws Lucy Byrne, Aline Byrne.

Special thanks to all our family for their continued support, her home care workers over the past few years. As well special thanks to the staff at the John M Gray for your support and the tremendous care you showed to our beautiful mother. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Sacred Heart Parish or Sacred Heart Cemetery fund, Conche, NL.

Visitation to take place from the Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Conche on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 2-4 pm. The wake service will take place at 7:00 pm on Wednesday with the funeral to follow at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 18, 2024 with Fr. George officiating. Interment to follow.

NOSEWORTHY, RICHARD BOLDEN

September 12, 1942 - July 5, 2024

Bolden Noseworthy passed away in his 81st year on July 5, 2024.

Bolden is forever remembered and loved by his Wife: Susan; Daughter: Cynthia, Son: Daran; Daughter Corrine; Special son: Brodie; Grandchildren: Landon, Samantha, Nicolas, Stephanie, Brady’ Great-grandchildren: Kirsten and Aksel; Son-in-law Terry; Daughter-in-law: Ivy; Sisters: Eliza, Ruth, Ada; Brother: Llewellyn; Brothers-in-law: Norman, Roy, Seymour, Herman and families; Sisters-in-law: Josephine, Rita, Rebecca, Neta, and families, as well as many other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his Son: Dennis Noseworthy; Parents: Josiah and Nora Noseworthy; Mother & Father-in-law: John and Blanche Quinlan; Sisters: Diane, Irene, and Gertie.

Visitation to take place from St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove beginning the evening of Saturday, July 13, 2024 and will continue on Sunday, July 14, 2024. The funeral service will be held on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

SNOW, ELIZA

Eliza Snow passed away peacefully at her home on July 6, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She had lost her nine month battle with cancer at the age of 69.

Eliza was born on November 24, 1954 to Albert and Effie Pynn of Quirpon. She met the love her life, Robert Snow, and married on January 24, 1975 and together they had four children: Nicole (Wade), Jennifer, Georgina (Jason) and Bobby. She spent her life working, raising her family, and making friends along the way. She was also blessed with four grandchildren: Cody, Robby (Nicole), Caitlyn, & Kyle.

Eliza leaves to mourn her husband, her children, her grandchildren; Sister: Annie Lambert; Brother: Bradley (Peggy) Pynn; Sister-in-law: Patsy Pynn as well as a large circle of family and friends.

She is predeceased by her daughter: Jennifer; Parents: Albert and Effie Pynn; Brother: George Pynn; and brother-in-law: Guy Lambert.

The family would like to send a thank-you to those who sent condolences and supported us in any way at this difficult time. We would also like to extend our thanks to the staff at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, the community health nurses, Major Anthony and Beverly Stokes and KM Fillatres.

Visitation to take place from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 from 2-4 pm and 7-8:30 pm. The funeral will take place at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 with Major Stokes and Dart-Stokes officiating. Interment to follow in the St. Anthony Salvation Army Cemetery.

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

HODGE, SIBYL

March 28, 1947 - July 4, 2024

Passed away at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on July 4, 2024 at the age of 77 years.

Sibyl was born and raised in Savage Cove and spent her entire life in the community Everyone in and around the community was always met with her beautiful smile and her positive attitude, one that she carried no matter what the circumstances were.

There was no trouble to catch her at one of the local bingo games or card games in the surrounding communities at any given night. She was most proud of her boys Morgan and Bradley and would do anything for them and her grandsons. Her heart was as pure as they came and every one who knew her had no choice but to love her. She was an amazing wife, mom, Nan, sister and friend.

She is forever loved and remembered by her Son: Brad and family, Daughter-in-law: Jenny and family; Grandchildren: Brett, Bradley, and Ty; Sister: Jessie and family; Brother-in-law: Scott and family; Brother-in-law: Harvey and family; Brother-in-law: Wilson and family; Sister-in-law: Olga and family; Sister-in-law: Minnie and family, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

She is predeceased by her husband: Sterling; Son: Morgan; Sister: Barb; and her parents: Hilda and Henry Way; Sisters-in-law: Lorraine and Lucy; Brother-in-law: Clifford and Lloyd.

Sibyl was blessed to have the best homecare workers Diane, Carmel and Jenny who went above and beyond to keep her home, right where she wanted to be. We will be forever grateful for the care she received and all the time she got to sit in her favourite chair and look out her window.

We would like to thank the Staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital, the Health Science center as well as the Flowers Cove hospital for all the care that Sibyl received during multiple visits. She was very lucky to have you all.

Visitation to take place from the St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove on Saturday, July 6, 2024 and Sunday July 7, 2024. The funeral service will be held on Monday, July 8, 2024 at 11:00 am with Rev. Canon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

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

CASEY, MARY MARGARET

Mary Margaret Casey (nee Byrne)
May 4, 1944 – June 30, 2024

Mary passed peacefully away on June 30, 2024. She was 80 yrs old. She left to mourn her husband of 55 years, Lawrence “Lar”, her 5 children Daphne (Jill Barron), Derek (Julie), Larry (Melissa Davidson), Paul (Jackie Butt), and Matthew (Stephanie Hibbs), her 7 grandchildren Allie, Leah, Finn, Anna, Holly, Nathan, and Isabella, and 1 great-grandson Leo.  She is also leaving behind her sisters Theresa, Laura (Don Kearney), Margaret (Arthur Sturge), and sister-in-law Marie Byrne and brothers-in-law Calvin Humphries and George Casey, and her much loved nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Margaret and Elias Byrne and her beloved siblings, Rose Humphries, Sadie Meaney, and Gerald, Michael, and Vincent Byrne, her in-laws Stephen and Ellen Casey, William Casey, Bridget Lewis, Angela Power, and Margaret Hunt.

Mary’s primary focus in life was her family. She was a wonderful and kind mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She taught us the values we will always live by. She loved us all unconditionally.

She was a woman of great faith. If you were on her mind, for whatever reason, you can be assured that Mary remembered you in her prayers. Her faith always brought her great comfort.

The family would like to thank all those who cared for Mom during her final years, especially her caregiver and cousin, Lucy Byrne. Mom was able to live at home for two extra years thanks to Lucy’s incredible compassion and great care. The staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital were there for her in her last few months and we had no worries about her care because they treated her like family. Your kindness will not be forgotten.

Visitation is at 8:00 PM Wednesday, July 3rd and Funeral Service is at 11:00 AM on Thursday, July 4th. Both will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Conche

BURTON, BONNIE

December 22, 1946 - July 2, 2024

Bonnie passed away on July 2nd at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL at 77 years old.

She leaves to mourn her daughter Ashley (Sarah), her son Raymond, and her sister Ella Jeans as well as her lifelong friends who became family: Mikki Vincent, Inga Coombs, Chris Patey, Joy Pilgrim and Clare Horton.

She was predeceased by her spouse of 25 years, Edward Whiteway, her parents Jean and Stephen Jeans and her grandparents Tom and Nellie Boyd.

In her younger years her dad was in St. Johns fighting TB and with her Mother busy teaching, Bonnie was raised by her grandparents, Tom and Nellie Boyd of Main Brook.

At the age of 19, Bonnie moved to Toronto, ON. She worked and raised her two children until she moved back to Main Brook to care for her grandfather in his later years. Bonnie spent a year in St. Johns fighting cancer and the doctors would ask her to visit with other patients in the unit. She could always make you feel good about yourself through her sense of humour and wisdom. For years after she would receive letters and cards from all the people she helped.

Her enjoyment came from many things like flowers and getting her hands in the dirt. Her love of animals and knitting. There was always a ball of wool with needles by her chair. The house was never empty as everyone knew they were welcome to drop in for a cup of coffee.

Ashley would like to sincerely thank the staff of John M. Gray for the excellent care of Bonnie in her later years.

Cremation has taken place and the burial service arrangements will be announced next summer when her daughter Ashley arrives home.

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

BENNETT, WALTER

It is with great sadness that the family of Walter Bennett announce his passing on July 26, 2023 at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony - at the age of 92. He passed peacefully with his family by his side. Walter was born in Greens Harbour, NL August 30, 1930 to parents Raymond and Elizabeth Bennett. After losing his mother at 9 years of age, he helped raise 2 brothers. He met his wife, Nellie and they married on October 1950 and moved to Main Brook. Together they raised 7 Children. He was a loving husband and father. Like his father and their fathers before them, he was a skilled blacksmith and worked with Bowaters for many years. After blacksmith work was no longer needed, he became a mechanic and started his own business with his wife Nellie by his side. He spent his retirement berry picking, beach combing, gardening, and collecting recyclables to raise money for the Janeway Hospital on his pedal bike; but his greatest pleasure was always making sure his wife was well taken care of. To celebrate his memory he leaves behind his children: Judy (Ambrose), Peggy, Bryan (Janice) Jean (Edward), Dianne (Carl), Paula (Edward), Perry (Cathy), - 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a large circle of loved ones that were touched by his wonderful life.

Visitation was Held at the Anglican Church in Main Brook on Saturday July 28th through to the Funeral Service, held at 11am on the 31st of July 2023 with Rev. Cannon Vernon Short officiating. Burial took place in The Main Brook Anglican Cemetery following the service.
Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director