LAWLESS, SAMANTHA

July 19, 1982 - May 27, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our daughter, Samantha Lawless, on Thursday May 27th, 2021 at the age of 38 years. Samantha was born July 19, 1982 and raised in Flower’s Cove.

Family was very important to Samantha and her family dearly loved her. She had a large number of cousins whom she shared many memories with. She loved telling stories about her loved ones and usually it would end with a laugh. She had an amazing and joyful personality. She also loved her dog Bella whom brought a lot of love and joy to her life.

Samantha had a zest for life and a smile for everyone. She would brighten a room with her smile, her story telling and sometimes being her goofy silly self. In turn everyone had a smile for her. Her passions in life were darts, gardening and spending time with friends. She was a prime example that goodness still exists in the world. Samantha was a beautiful soul and exhibited a spirit of her own.

She graduated from high school in 2000 and her classmates remain a very close group even to this day. The amount of support that was offered to help their classmate during her difficult time was amazing and greatly appreciated by Samantha.

We would also like to add a special mention to her dear friend Patricia Tatchell, or Patsy as Samantha would say. Whether it was a trip to Corner Brook, a shoulder to lean on or an ear to listen Patsy was there for her and Samantha adored her. Her cousin Krista Burke was a support during her last few months and through her illness. Patsy and Krista were Samantha’s dynamic duo and tag team who she also loved to tease and have a laugh.

Jack and Lavenia will have many memories and stories to share of Samantha moving forward. As will many others who knew her. She will always be a shining star as bright as her personality. Rest easy our angel.

Leaving to mourn are her parents Jack and Lavinia Lawless, brother Alvin (Debra), Uncles: Ignatius (Shirley), Mark (Betty), Bill (Colleen), Fulton (Peggy), Mike (Gladys), Cletus (Kay), Rudy, and Brent ; Aunts: Mary (Gerald), Beatrice (Jock), Christine (Winston), Audrey (John), Lily (John), Aliza (Frank) and many wonderful cousins and friends. Samantha was predeceased by her Grandparents Annie and James Henry Pittman and Emma and Patrick Lawless. Her Uncles Gary, Patrick, Isadore, Leo, Dave, Temple and Aunts Millicent, Ada, Viola, Chantal and Sheila.

Private Visitation to take place from St. Barnabas’ Anglican Church in Flowers Cove on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm to be followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm with Fr. Rossi officiating. Inurnment to follow in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Nameless Cove. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

CRANE, ROBYN MARGARET

November 22, 1993 – November 2, 2020

Passed away November 2, 2020 at the age of 26 years. She is forever loved and remembered by, her Partner, Cody Roberts; Parents, John and Patty Crane; Grandmothers, Elizabeth Crane, Rosie Lawless; as well as a large circle of family, friends, and coworkers. She was predeceased by her Grandfathers, John A. Crane and Michael Lawless. Her viewing took place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The funeral took place on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Deacon Vernon Short officiating. Interment followed in the Nameless Cove Roman Catholic Cemetery with Fr. Rossi officiating. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

MATCHIM, RALPH

February 19, 1941 – May 27, 2020

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our loving Father and Husband, Ralph, At Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 79 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his Wife, Phoebe; Children, Dione (Michelle), Sharon (Darius), Darlene (Gale) and Denise (Bob); Grandchildren, Crystal (Andy), Roman (Lisa), Drew (Kyla), Tapanga, Matthew, D.J., Kayla (John), Kierra and Kolbi, Shenay (Kade) and Garfie; Greatgrandchildren, Tristan, Owen, Sophia, Jaden, and Brookelyn; Brothers, Alfred (Selma), Gilbert (Trudy), Richard; Sisters, Kay, Helen, Eliza (Wallace) and Jean (Stan). He was predeceased by his parents Edward, Julia Matchim, his brother David and his sister Dora. He will be sadly missed by all his nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. He was a wonderful father, husband, and grandfather. He was a man who had a smile for everyone he met whether they were friends or strangers. Until we meet again, he will be forever in our hearts.

BURKE, ONTWIN

September 15, 1936 - January 18, 2020

Ontwin (On) Burke was born on September 15th, 1936 in Flowers Cove to Jim and Fanny (Brown) Burke. In October 1971, he married Alice Lavallee from Blanc Sablon. They raised 4 children; Shirley, Lorna, Alex, and Donna. On passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the age. He will always be remembered by his Wife, Alice; Son, Alex (Sherri-Lynn); Daughters, Shirley (Brian), Lorna (Sterling), Donna (Dean); Grandchildren, Jordan, Jessica (Jeffrey), Kele, Darien, Nicholas, Delaney, Madeleine; Sister, Millie; Brother, Bryant (Doreen) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation was held from the Our Lady Of The Snow Roman Catholic Church in Flowers Cove from where the funeral was held on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 2:00 pm with Fr. Raj Siluvaiappa officiating. Interment followed in the Nameless Cove Roman Catholic Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.

WALSH, LAWRENCE

January 19, 1966 – April 13, 2019

Lawrence Walsh was born on January 19th 1966, in Flower's Cove to Pearl and Michael Walsh. Lawrence lived in Nameless Cove all his life. On October 15th 1988, Lawrence was overjoyed with the birth of his son Cory. Then on April 19th 1998, he welcomed 2 precious baby girls, Megan & Morgan. He loved fishing in the summer and ski-dooing in the winter. He especially loved going to his cabin with his partner Beverly, whom he loved very much. Lawrence had many joys in his life, but his proudest joy was probably the birth of his grandson Brody Whom he dearly loved to boast about. Lawrence passed away on April 13, 2019 at the age of 53 years. He will be forever missed and remembered by his family and friends. He shared his loving memories with his Children, Corey (Laura), Morgan (Andrew), Megan (Ben); Grandson, Brody; Partner, Beverly; Parents, Mike & Pearl; Brothers & Sisters, Katrina (Fenton), Jarvis (Lisa), Velda (Kirby); Niece & Nephews, Terri, Christopher, Colton, Cole, Nicholas, Jeff; Great Nephew, Noah Michael; as well as being remembered by Aunts, Uncles, Family & Friends. Visitation was held from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony and then from the Lower Cove Anglican Church. The funeral took place on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Fr. Rossi officiating. Inurnment followed in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Nameless Cove. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

DIAMOND, NORA FRANCIS AMELIA

Passed away May 3rd, 2018 at the John M Gray Center in St. Anthony at the age of 87 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her children, Dale White (Barry), Harvey Diamond (Paul); Grandchildren, Chris Diamond (Katie), Chasity Gould (Gavin), Kelly Gaulton (Christopher), Crystal Cater (Steve); Great-grandchildren, Dustin, Daly, Bethany, Peyton, Anna, Jacob, Olivia; Special Sister in Law Hazel Dempster; Sister Kitty Parrill; Brothers Clyde (June), Donald (Cicely), Claude (Mary), and Harold Sr. Amelia was predeceased by her husband Clarence; Parents, John and Amy; Brother, Anthony and Gordon; Sisters-in-law, Sara May, Evelyn; Brother-in-law Ethelbert. Visitation was held from St. Barnabas’ Anglican Church in Flowers Cove from where the funeral was held on Tuesday, May 8th, 2018 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Jennifer Renouf officiating. Interment followed in the Nameless Cove Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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DEMPSTER, WALLACE MANOAH WILLIAM

Wallace Dempster, 73, of Nameless Cove passed away at Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony on October 5th, 2016. Wallace had made the Ivy Durley Place his home for the past few months, where he soon made friends with the residents and staff. He was looking forward to spending the winter there with them. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children Shawn (Connie), Shona (Amos), and his three grandchildren Kyle, Kendall, and Laci. He is predeceased by his wife Ellen, parents Maude & Richard, two brothers Baxter and Dudley, and two sisters Irene and Margaret. Visitation was held at the Gospel Hall in Nameless Cove from where the funeral took place on October 8, 2016 with Eddie Barney and Edward Dredge officiating with internment following. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.