WAY, JANE

November 30, 1954 - October 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Jane Way, who passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on October 29th, 2024 at the age of 69.

Survived by and left to mourn with fond memories, are her sons: Trent (Kate) and Trevor (Candice); her grandchildren: Shayden (Jenna), Chloe and Caylee. Her loving brothers: Lige (Emma) Way, Melvin (Emily) Way, Glenn (Vira) Way, George (Elaine) Pilgrim, Watson Way and John Way; sisters: Lucy Myers, Wavey (Earl) Way, Donna (Sam) Applin; brothers-in-law: Roland (Joyce) Way, and George Rose; sisters-in-law: Dorcas Guinchard, Nancy(Ivan) Chambers; her special friend Kenneth Way, nephews, nieces, other relatives and large circle of friends.

Jane is predeceased by parents Elijah and Dora Way; her loving husband Bruce; brothers-in-law Clarence Myers, Henry (Mary) Way, Lawerence Guinchard, and Howard (Susanne) Pilgrim; sister-in-law Effie Rose.

A Special thank you to the all of the amazing nurses and staff in the chemo department, and the first and second floor nursing stations at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony for the wonderful care; the nurses and staff at the Strait of Belle Isle Health Center in Flower’s Cove; Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral home; Rev. Short; Loomis Way and to anyone else that has contributed in any form.

The family service will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove at 9 pm; where the funeral service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 2:30 pm with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery.

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

PYE, ROY MAXWELL

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Roy Maxwell Pye announce his passing on October 27th, 2024 at Curtis Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Roy was a very special devoted spouse, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Roy is predeceased by his parents Frank and Violet Pye, Son L.S. Travis Pye, brother Ward, and special friend William Strugnell.

Left to mourn with a broken heart is his loving partner of 25 years Nancy, Daughter Vanessa (Dennis), Son’s Matthew (Corinne), Marcus (Christina), Nancy’s children Cecil and Charmaine (Matt). Grandchildren Isiah, Emma, Maria, Connor, Dawson, Callie and Nancy’s Granddaughter Jillian.

Roy leaves to Mourn his siblings Clara Rumbolt (Raymond deceased) Stewart Pye (Laura), Guy Pye (Nora), Lloyd Pye (Ena), Alvin Pye, and Valerie Russell (Reginald deceased) and his sister in law Verna Pye. As well many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Especially Nancy’s special sister Pansy and family.

Roy was a long time employee with the Canadian Coast Guard. He had a 37 year career starting from a Weather Observer to a Supervisor of the Loran C. Roy loved to watch a good game of curling and a good ol Toronto Maple Leaf payoff game. He loved to have a good game of cards with his family; a game of darts and a cold one with his friends. He was also very talented in playing the accordion and he loved spending time with his family every chance he got.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the nurses in St. Lewis, Sherri-Lee and Cynthia who worked to get him out of St. Lewis. The fabulous team in Curtis Memorial Hospital ICU, who worked tirelessly to ensure he received the best possible care. All off the Doctors, ICU team and RT, Mike who made sure Roy was cared for right up to his last fighting breath. We would like to express special thanks to Rev. Vernon Short (Uncle) and his wife Aunt Maisie for travelling from Flowers Cove to pray with Roy and his family. We would like to thank the MHA, Minister of Health and MP who tried to facilitate the best possible care. We will be forever grateful for the support and love shown by our amazing family, and wonderful friends, caring for everything from our children and helping with the funeral service.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Fillatre Funeral Home, L’Anse-au-Loup.

Resting at St. John the Baptist Church in Lodge Bay, NL.

Visitations to be determined weather pending.

Funeral Service to take place on Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 at 1pm. Committal to follow.

For those unable attend and wish to send a special message can contact Christina Pye through email christinahynes24@gmail.com

All expressions of sympathy, flowers are greatfully accepted or donation in Roy’s memory can be made to Harbour view manor, Mary’s Harbour, NL.

PARRILL, ELIZA

March 17, 1942 - October 20, 2024

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our Mom/Nan at the Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony, on Sunday October 20th at the age of 82.

She will be missed by her Children: Shirley (Barry), Ward (Celia), Ruby (Ed), Jarvis; Grandchildren: Sabrina, Pamela (Cory), Pierrette (Murray), Tamara (Steve), Nathan (Penney), Kendra (Greg), Belle (Nathan); Great grandchildren: Keegan (Theresa), Kylan (Kanisha), Kaine, Kaci Rae, Kai, Reid, Bella and Orion.

She is also survived by her 2 sisters: Nellie Parrill and Emily Patey; Sisters-in-law: Esther Elliott and Naomi Mitchelmore.

Eliza is predeceased by her husband: John; Daughter: Rhonda; Son: Elvis; Her parents: Austin and Evangeline Mitchelmore; Sister: Cora; Brothers: Reginald (Mary), Curtis Mitchelmore; Brother-in-laws: Ethelbert (Kitty), Ivany (Rita), Doug (Virtue), Norman Parrill and Herb Patey; and Sister in law: Frances (John).

The family would like to thank the staff at Ivy Durley Place, Flowers Cove Health Center and Curtis Memorial Hospital for the exceptional care and compassion shown to our Mom/Nan over the past few months. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Visitation will take place at St. Andrew's Church, Lower Cove beginning the evening of Tuesday October 22, 2024. The family service will take place on Wednesday, October 23rd at 7pm. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

COMPTON, MARY HELLEN

Mary Hellen Compton (nee Colbourne) of Roddickton passed away October 7, 2024, age 74, at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony surrounded by family.

Mary was a lifelong member of the John Wesley United Church of Roddickton.  She was an avid reader and loved to knit, quilt and cross stitch.  She took great pride in her work as Conche Post Mistress and always had a pot of soup and fresh bread baking when one of her boys came home.  Her happiest times were spent visiting and laughing with her sisters and friends.

Mary will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 56 years Garfield Compton; sons Tom (Stephanie), Peter (Elizabeth), and Perry (Rebecca); sister Mabel (Norman); sisters-in-law Betty Colbourne and Patricia Colbourne; brothers in law Leighton Patey and Norman Tiller; grandchildren Joshua, Reagan, Sable and Anson; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Castalena Colbourne; brothers Ernest and Willie; sisters Edna and Bernice and parents in law Albert and Velma Compton.

Friends may come to celebrate Mary’s life October 26, 2024 at 2pm from the John Wesley United Church Roddickton.

EDDISON, WINNIFRED HAZEL

May 5, 1944 - October 11, 2024

Winnifred Hazel Eddison (nee Young) of Noddy Bay, NL passed away in the presence of her loved ones at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital on October 11, 2024 at the age of 80 years.

Winnie was born in Quirpon to Thomas and Alfreda ( Nee Roberts) Young, Her mom passed away when she was seven years old and she became a mother figure to her brothers that continued throughout her lifetime. She married Wesley Eddison of Noddy Bay on January 24, 1964 and raised five children together. She worked at the fish plant until she had her first battle with cancer. She fought cancer on three occasions but always remained witty and funny throughout it all. She always maintained that moonshine was the best medicine for any and all  illnesses. She will certainly be remembered by her family for her amazing cooking skills, berry picking, knitting and making quilts. Her quilts are in all corners of the world with a few in bed and breakfast businesses on the Northern Peninsula. 

Winnie leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories, her children: Dwayne ( Shirley), Sheldon ( Tracey), Barry ( Kelly) Jackie and Tanya ( David); Sisters: Florence, Nellie and half sister Barbara; Brothers: Lloyd (Joyce), Eric (Moriah), Norman (Glenda), Algie and  half brother Thomas; Brother in law Francis ( Selma) Hedderson. Grandchildren: Marcel, Stefan; April, Alexander, Dayna, Hayward, Erin, Ethan, Amanda, Aaron and 13 great grandchildren. Winnie will also be greatly missed by a large circle of other relatives and close friends. Too many to name but Matilda Pynn, Graham Burden, Hazel Hedderson, Beryl Pilgrim, Karen Patey. Joy Hedderson ( Both of them) , Carl Hedderson ( Her psychiatrist), 10 well fed chickens and the rest of Aunt Blanche's children are a few. 

Winnie was Predeceased by her parents and husband Wesley. Father in law Walter Eddison and Mother in law Victoria ( nee Roberts) Brother in laws Ambrose ( Elsie) Hedderson, Nimrod Hedderson, Stan ( Nellie) Bishop. James ( Flo) Barron. Sister in laws Johanna (Ernest)Hillier, Blanche( Peter) Hedderson, Mary Ann (Israel) Blake  and Sarah Jane ( Willie) Bishop.

Visitation will take place from the Central United Church at Quirpon Branch  on October 14th 2024 at 6-9pm and October 15, 2024 at 1-3pm and 6 to 9pm.  The funeral will take place on  Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow at the Quirpon Cemetery.

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BUSSEY, JEAN FLORENCE

September 5, 1948 - October 10, 2024

Jean Florence Bussey of St. Lunaire-Griquet passed away at the John M Gray Centre on October 10, 2024 at the age of 76 years.

Jean Leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of memories, her Husband of 57 years: Guy Bussey; her Son: Jake (Darlene), Tony; Sisters: Lucy, Bernetta (Francis); Brother: Rod (Lorriane), Freeman (Flossie), Albert (Lorriane), & Don (Gloria).; Grandchildren: Emma, Jacob, and Benjamin. Jean will also be greatly missed by a large circle of other relatives, close friends and church family.

Jean was Pre-deceased by a Baby Girl; Parents: Albert & Caroline Curlew; Brothers: Melvin, Wilfred (Pearl).

Visitation to take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet on Saturday, October 12th 2024, time to be announced soon. The funeral will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow in the Griquet Untied Cemetery.

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

HUMBY, LESTER

February 16, 1950 - October 29, 2023

Lester Humby was born in St. Lunaire on February 16th, 1950 to Joseph and Jessie Humby. On September 24th, 1976 he married the love of his life, Judy Blake. They had many great years together and raised 3 children who he loved dearly.

He was known to be a hard worker by all who knew him. Lester was a fisherman, he built boats and did carpentry all throughout his life. He was also a concrete finisher in later years. Lester enjoyed hunting moose and seal, fishing, and thoroughly enjoyed being in the woods.

He leaves to mourn his Wife, Judy; Sons, Todd (Vanessa), Alvhon; Daughter: Jennifer (Charley) Curl; 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; Brothers: Reginald (Regina), Gordon (Margie), Nelson (Joan); Sister: Irene Hillier as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

Lester is predeceased by his Parents: Joseph and Jessie Humby; Brothers: William, Wilbert, Alvohn, Truman, and Harold; Sister: Florence Patey.

Visitation to take place from Calvary Pentecostal church in St. Lunaire-Griquet beginning Wednesday, November 1, 2023 and continuing until the funeral on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow.

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

BRIDGER, CALEB GEORGE

November 11, 1940 - October 23, 2023

Passed away on October 23, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 years.

He leaves to mourn his Sons: Bradley (Shirley), William (Sherry), and Garfield (Linda); Daughter: Belinda (Mike); Sisters: Louise (Carl), Margaret, Phillip (Irene); Grandchildren: Brian (Sherilynn), Danielle, Sheldon (Erica), Kyle, Alyssa, Allie; Great-grandchildren: Kobe, Kylie, Kalen, Irelynn; Long-time friends: Margaret Mitchell, Wayne and Audrey Hillier, and family as well as many other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his wife, Loretta; Parents: William and Sarah Bridger; Sisters: Madeline (Hector), Gloria, Annie (Archibald), Rita, Elizabeth (Benjamin); and Brother: John.

Visitation to take place from the All Saints Anglican Church in Dark Tickle beginning the evening of Wednesday, October 25, 2023 and will continue on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Kinsella and Rev. Larkin officiating. Interment to follow.

CANNING, SUSIE

April 22, 1943 – October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that the family of Susie Nita Shirley Canning announce her passing at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on October 9, 2023 at the age of 80. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Susie will be remembered for her love for her family and her kindness to everyone. She married the love of her life on June 28, 1961 and they had 5 beautiful children together. She gave her heart to the Lord on July 14, 1974 and was very active in the Apostolic Faith church. She was a member of the choir for 45 years, leader of the youth choir, president of the ladies group and a Sunday school teacher for many years.

She was an exceptional wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and had so much love for everyone. She worked very hard for her family and made sure they had everything they needed and wanted. She loved to knit, sew, crochet, bake and cook. She was an awesome seamstress and could make anything from wedding/graduation dresses, quilts or snowmobile seat covers. She made wedding/ birthday/retirement cakes for most everyone in the Englee area. She loved to spend time with her husband berry-picking, gardening and splitting and packing in the wood.

Susie is predeceased by her parents Gordon and Daisy Hopkins; parents-in-law Ivan and Myrtle Canning; Daughter Baby Canning; Sister Betty Randell; Sister-in-law Phyllis Cassell; Brother-in-laws Harrison Canning, Albert Cassell, Winston Fillier & Wilbourn FIllier.

She leaves to mourn with a lifetime of precious memories her Husband Martin; Daughter Linda (Nick); Sons, Bob (Loretta), Barry, Brian (Mavis); Grandchildren Crystal (Jeffery), Cory (Gillian), Tyson (Ashley), Tyler, Tylee (Toby), Robin (Cody), Robert (Cathlyn); Great-grandchildren Blake, Summer, Kayden, Chance, Makenna, Tianna, TJ, Mackynzie, Emmett; Brothers Calvin (Pearl), Wilson (Bertha), Scott (Shirley), Kevin (Dorothy), Guy (Sadie); Sister Joan (Rene); Sister/niece (Vivian); Brother-in-laws Wilson (Lillian), Earl (Hazel); Sister-in-laws, Madonna, Louise, Joan (Grant) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Visitation will take place at the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee on Friday and Saturday October 13 & 14, 2023 at 2:00-4:00 PM & 7:00-9:00 PM. Family Service on Saturday 7:00 PM. Memorial service will take place on Sunday October 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Kirby Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow at the Apostolic Faith Cemetery.

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

KEAN, JERRY

November 8, 1941 - October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness and fond memories that we announce the passing of Jerry Kean at the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 81 years.

Jerry was born in Pound Cove, Bonavista Bay, NL on November 8, 1941.  His parents Cyril and Florence moved to Nobles Island, Quirpon, NL in 1948 and later moved to St. Anthony where he attended school. 

 Jerry was 5th in the family of 10 siblings. From a young age Jerry enjoyed playing the guitar and playing sports.

 He worked in Goose Bay, Frobisher Bay and with I.G.A in St. Anthony.  He met and married the love of his life, Virtue Sulley in March 1962.

 Together they had and raised 6 children Velma, Frank, Dana, Gordon, Trudi and Nicole. And later they welcomed 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

 Jerry worked 31 years with Grenfell Regional Health Services as a painter/plaster.  After he retired in 1997 he volunteered and played music for seniors, the church and local events.

 He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He loved his family and music and his family loved him.  Jerry was always playing musical instruments at his house. Whether he was playing a guitar, piano or listening to downloaded music, he had the most perfect way to express and calm the soul.

 “Music is the prayer the heart sings”.  “Where words fail, music speaks”.  

 He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Jerry leaves to mourn with a lifetime of fond memories, his Children: Madonna Dorothy Canning, Velma (Rod) Bown, Frank (Ruby), Dana (Sharon), Gordon, Trudi (Wade) Hiscock, Nicole (Bern) Johnson; Grandchildren: Matthew (Natasha), Deborah (Sheldon), Justin, Stacey (Gaylon), Ashley (Jordan), Jonathan (Lina), Amanda (Leslie), Brittany (AJ), Bernie, Joshua (Tyra), Marshall (JayLynn), Jessica (Jason), Rachel (Curtis); Great-grandchildren, Quinn, Alexis, Gemma, Blake, Noah, Xavier, Blaire, Luke, Braya, Jaxson, Jordyn, Jenna, Mylah; Siblings: Mildred Carter, Ben, Elizabeth (Wilfred) Boyd, Sophie (Calvin) White, Anne (Jim) Smyth, Rowena (Truman) Buckle, Jean (Levi) Reid, Joe (Angela), as well as many nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

Jerry is predeceased by the love of his life: Virtue Kean; Parents: Cyril and Florence Kean; Mother and Father-in-law: Leander and Florence Sulley; Brother: Frank; Brother in-law: Eric Carter; Sister-in-law: Gladys Kean.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Doctors, Nurses, and staff of the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital for their compassion and care over the past year.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 8-9 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 and 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 2:00 pm from the St. Anthony United Church. Cremation to follow, burial details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made of a charity of ones choice.

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