BUSSEY, DORIS LYNN

July 4, 1966 - April 29, 2022

After 2 weeks at Charles S. Curtis Memorial, on Friday, April 29th, 2022, at the age of 55, our darling daughter, sister, niece and friend to all, left this world to be with her Heavenly Father.

Lynn was born on July 4th, 1966 to Fred and Louise Bussey. While she was born with Down Syndrome, she did not let it limit her experiences in life. Lynn loved being a part of any social setting whether it was a church service, Joy Fellowship, the community living group gathering, a family event or any other function where she could interact with people. She loved listening to music, travelling, walking, dancing, drinking coffee with friends, attending church and being the center of attention.

Lynn attended school until she was 21, did the hairdressing course at the St. Anthony Trade School, worked at various jobs, volunteered at the Family Resource Center, read to children at the school and attended both the UCW and the WM. Her life was very full!

Lynn taught us to love everyone, to treat all you meet with kindness and compassion and to see every life event in a positive light.

She leaves to mourn with loving memories and heavy hearts, her mom and dad, brother Larry (Bonnie), sister Lois (Neil), nieces Lee Anne (Tyler), Shawna (Carsten), Sarah (Sam), Great-nephews, Jonas, Grey; Great-niece Letia and a huge circle of family and friends.

Lynn is predeceased by her grandparents, Thomas and Deborah Bussey and Jacob and Pheobe Hill, her many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A celebration of life for family and friends will take place on Monday, May 2nd at 2pm from Central United Church with Pastor Harnum officiating. Visitation will take place from 7-9pm on Saturday, April 30th and Sunday from 2-4pm and again from 7-9pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations received will be given to the Central United Memorial fund as well as a donation to the Family Resource Centre in St. Lunaire-Griquet.

Our hearts will never fully mend but we take solace in the fact that she had a wonderful life and gave us memories to treasure forever!

PILGRIM, AMBROSE MELVIN

August 5, 1950 - February 13, 2022

Ambrose was born August 5, 1950 to Ralph and Beatrice Pilgrim of Griquet; he was one of 15 children. He was a loving spouse to Cathy McDonald for over 30 years, a loving father to his Sons, Shayne and Aaron as well as a grandfather and great-grandfather.

Am left home at the age of 18 and headed to Toronto to go to work. He worked there for many years at numerous positions and ended his career with his retirement from General Motors in 2007. After he retired, he returned home and took on the task of restoring the family home where he lived with Cathy until his passing on February 13, 2022 at the age of 72 years.

Am loved to cook, fish, hunt, build boats, and most of all play guitar and sing (especially John Prine). He will be greatly missed and forever loved by his friends, family, and his dog Smoke. Until we meet again.

He leaves to mourn his Spouse, Cathy McDonald; Sons, Shayne (Lori), Aaron (Mandy); Grandchildren, Melissa (Jamal), Jacob, Levi, Miles; Great-granddaughter, Georgina; Brothers, Joe (Jessie), Allan (Blanche), Raymond (Patsy), Malcolm (Colette), Shannon (Helen), Sheldon (Roxanne); Sisters, Josie (Daniel), Beverly (Donald), Hope (Wayne), Gay (Perry), Terry (Perry) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Ambrose was predeceased by his Parents, Ralph and Beatrice Pilgrim; Sisters, Ida Pilgrim, Joan Strickland, and Ina Hedderson.

Funeral and visitation details to be announced.

PATEY, ALLAN

Allan Patey was born in St. Lunaire on July 17, 1936 to Samuel and Beulah Patey.  On Oct 19, 1960 he married the love of his life Florence (née Humby).  They had many years’ together and raised eight children who were the apple of his eye.  He was a dedicated and loving husband of 53 years, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend.  He loved to attend church and prayer meetings until his health wouldn’t allow him anymore.  He was a hard worker and he never saw his family go without anything.  He was a fisherman until the moratorium and also a carpenter.  He helped to build churches in St. Lunaire-Griquet and Red Bay, Labrador, schools, wharfs, a bank and Norstead. He volunteered as head usher, a grave digger, a member of the fishermen’s committee and St. Lunaire Harbour Authority.  Allan enjoyed snowshoe making, going out for evening rides and he loved telling and playing jokes. He loved telling stories and cherished spending time with his family, especially grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was a man who would lend a helping hand to anyone in need.  Allan passed peacefully into the presence of his loving heavenly father on February 6th where he was reunited with his loving wife and loving parents and other family members.  

Left with many great and loving memories are his children Wanda (Jim) Eddison, Samuel (Audrey), William (Mary), Carol-Lynn (Tommy) Doran, Peggy-Ann (Morris) Curlew, Larraine (Teena), Valda (Glenn) Peddle, and Cory (Crystal).  Grandchildren Allan (Jocelyn), Evelyn (Brad), Shawn (Sara), Jeremy (Vanessa), Justin (Paislee), Jonathan (Vanessa), Brittany (Michael), Nicholas and Kian.  Great-Grandchildren Alexa, Braydon, Jaxon, Sasha, Griffin, Joey, Saskia, Landon, Alyssa, Jessa, Aleah, and Charlotte.  Sisters Beryl and Minnie, brother Noah, sister in law Joy, and many nieces and nephews and extended family and friends.  He was predeceased by his beloved wife Florence, loving parents Samuel and Beulah, great Granddaughter Kayla, sisters Violet and Ivy, brother Leslie.  Father and mother in law Joseph and Jessie Humby and a number of in-laws.  Funeral service which was held at 2:00 pm on Friday February 11th, with Pastor Bill Harnum officiating.  Interment followed in the church cemetery.  Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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LODER, RALPH WILBURN

June 25, 1948 - November 26, 2021

Ralph Wilburn Loder was born June 25, 1948 in Griquet to Selby & Blanche Loder. On May 30, 1969 he married the love of his life Marie (Roberts) of Quirpon. They made their home in Griquet where they raised their five daughters. Ralph spent most of his life as a fisherman in the summer and spent time with his father in the lumber woods in the winter. Ralph was a great husband and a wonderful father. His children were his pride and joy. He gave them unconditional love. In December 2000, he was diagnosed with kidney failure. In April of 2001 he started his 20 ½ years of kidney dialysis. He was in illness as he was in health, positive, caring, a lover of life & fun who took great delight in humour. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Left to mourn is his wife Marie, five daughters Sandra (Todd) Earle, Penny (Jason) Norman, Nancy (Jason) Pilgrim, Karen (Jammie) Bussey and Cathy (Allan) Jones. Nine grandchildren. Dana (Donald) Munro, Erin, Jesse, Bailey, Tracy, Lucas, Emily, Allison and Kayla. Two great grandchildren Brody and Tobey. Two brothers Albert (Gloria) Loder and Ross Loder. Six sisters Mary Loder, Ivy (Arthur) Bath, Selma Hill, Sadie (Nelson) Taylor, Alice (Kevin) Compton and Donna (Kenneth) Gray. An abundance of nieces and nephews, who he loved as his own. Many aunts, uncles and cousins. And the many friends, especially his card playing buddies Martin and Betty Snow.

Ralph also had another family who he adored, his dialysis family. The nurses and patients in the dialysis unit at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital always held a special place in his heart and he was very thankful for all the kindness that they showed him.

Ralph was pre deceased by his parents Selby and Blanche, his mother and father in-law Wilfred and Evelyn Roberts, brother in Law Abraham Hill. As well as his special uncle, friend and fishing partner Arthur Loder.

The funeral service will be held at 2:00pm from the Pentecostal church in Griquet on the 2nd of December 2021 with Pastor Bill Harnum Officiating. Burial to follow in the Church cemetery. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral director.

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HUMBY, CECIL GEORGE

June 30, 1944 - October 9, 2021

It is with sad and grateful hearts that we have to say farewell to our Husband, Dad, Grandfather, Brother, and friend. Cecil was a hardworking man who provided for his family and was very caring. His door was always open for anyone to stop in for a chat or a meal. You could ask him for anything and if he had it, he would give it to you. He was always there to lend a helping hand or do what he could for anybody, He will be deeply missed by everyone that knew him.
He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his Wife, Karen; Daughters, Christina (Morgan), Cynthia (William); Step-daughter, Tara (Mark); Sons, Bradley (Tammy-Lee), Byron (Robin); Step-son, Terry; Grandchildren, Caitlin, Megan, Joshua, Jeffrey, Jennifer, Madisyn, Aryn, Emily, Logan, Landon; Brothers, Hubert (Byril), Doug (Doris); Sisters, Marjorie (Harvey), Ivy (Wallace), Telsie (Leaton), Emma (George), Leona (John), as well as a large circle extended family and friends.
Cecil is predeceased by his Wife, Sybil; Father, Chesley; Mother, Phyllis; Sister, Mae Peyton; Brothers, Ralph and Dennis.
Visitation to take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, October 14, 2021 from 7-9pm and will continue on Friday, October 15, 2021 from the Pentecostal Faith Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from 12pm-1:30pm. The celebration of life service will follow at 2:00 pm with Pastors Bill and Judy Harnum officiating. Interment to follow.

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HILLIER, LUCY EVELYN

December 18, 1940 – May 24, 2021

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Lucy Hillier announce her peaceful passing at the Labrador Grenfell Health Long term Care Center in Happy Valley-Goose Bay on May 24, 2021 at the age of 80 years. Lucy spent many hour volunteering at several organizations while living in Pasadena, NL. She enjoyed many road trips with family and she was a long time member of the Tops community were she found her new love of walking. When she started walking you couldn’t stop her, she was always content when walking and greeting people in whatever neighborhood that she found herself in that day. She will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of the staff at the Long Term Care Home in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Lucy will be sadly missed by her Sons, Wilson (Christine), Nelson, Glen, Gary; Daughter, Connie (Stephen) as well as 13 Grandchildren, 10 Greatgrandchildren and a circle of extended family and friends. Lucy is predeceased by her Husband, Ernest Hiller, her Daughter, Doris Budden, her Son, Sandy Hillier, Parents, Eli and Agnes Humby, as well as her Brothers and Sisters. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Alzheimer Society of NL or the Labrador Health Long Term Care Center Helping Hands. Funeral details to be announced as soon as they are available. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

PILGRIM, MELVIN SAMUEL

April 6, 1940 - May 17, 2021
Melvin was born on April 6, 1940 to Fred and Sadie Pilgrim. He grew up in Noddy Bay with a large family of brothers and sisters. On January 29, 1965 he married Beryl Pilgrim and together they raised 4 sons and 2 daughters. Throughout his life, Melvin fished during the summer and worked for the Highway Department in the winter. He loved to hunt, fish, and ride his ATV. Melvin was a well known resident of Noddy Bay and surrounding areas. He will be dearly missed and forever loved by a large circle of a family and friends. He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Beryl Pilgrim; Daughters, Gay (Peter), Gwen (Paul); Sons, Guy (Connie), Glenn (Jen), Grant (Carolyn), Gale (Darlene); 12 grandchildren, 13 greatgrandchildren; Sisters, Blanche (Max), Donna (Garth), Ivy (Ray), Enid (Brian), Melinda (Larry), Lyla, Darlene (Peter); Brother, Eldon, as well as a large circle of family and friends. He is predeceased by his Parents, Sadie and Fred Pilgrim, Brothers, Eugene, Guy, and Sister, Shirley. Private Visitation to take place from Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet on May 22, 2021 to be followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

HEDDERSON, GLADYS JANE

April 26, 1946 - May 18, 2021

Gladys was born in Main Brook on April 26, 1946. She was the 4th child to be born to Fred and Olive Saunders. She was born part of a twin along with her sister Isabel. Gladys put a courageous fight with cancer, having a strong heart made her a fighter to the end. Gladys loved life to the fullest. She loved crafting and going to the trailer. Her love of cooking and baking was the delight of her family. She lived many years in Ontario returning home in 2008 to live in Norris Point with her sister Isabel. They both returned to the home town of St. Lunaire in 2018. Gladys loved having people around, especially kids. She loved a good party- lots of food, music, and laughter. She leaves to mourn her Son, Rick (Melissa); Daughters, Molly (Shawn), Maxine, Glenys (Havner); Siblings, Herb (Evangeline), Rex (Irene), Mary, Isabel, Ez (Viann), Sher (Pat), Alma (Ron), Wade (Coleen); Grandchildren, Michael, Cameron, Dudley, Krystal, Kadie, Travis, Adam, Cheryl, Stacey, Matt; Greatgrandchildren, Jacob, Avery, Ari, Henacy, Kaiden. Gladys is predeceased by her parents, Fred and Olive Saunders. Private Visitation to take place from Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet on May 21, 2021 to be followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Cremation to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

HEDDERSON, NELLIE ELAINE

July 6, 1968 - April 18, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Elaine Hedderson announces her passing after a lengthy illness, on Sunday, April 18th, 2021, at the age of 52 years. Elaine was sick for a significant portion of her life and Susie devoted her life to her care. Words cannot begin to describe the love and nurturing that Susie provided over the last half a century to ensure that Elaine had the best possible life. Elaine and Susie made countless trips to Curtis Memorial Hospital and to the Janeway over the years, and is forever grateful for the care from the health care teams, too numerous to mention; and for the prayers and support from all her former and current pastoral care and church community. Elaine will be forever remembered by her loving mother Susie and her children Terry (Natalie) ; Ella (Wayne), and Dwight (Mary). Elaine will also be fondly remembered by her close family members- Margaret and Jim Wight, Sybil Hiller, Francis and Ernest Hedderson, Walter and Nellie Bennett, Aaron and Noah , Terry and Stephanie, Dillon and Elizabeth, Matthew and Robyn , Jenna, Bryan. Elaine was predeceased by her father, John, and her brother, Bryan. She has been cared for throughout the years by numerous homecare workers, who have been a mountain of support for Elaine and Susie. Private visitation to take place on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 from 12 pm - 1:30 pm to followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm at Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle, St. Lunaire-Griquet, with Pastor Bill Harnum officiating. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, attendance at the church service, and visitation, starting from 2:00 pm on April 21st will be by invitation only. Interment will follow in the cemetery at Quirpon. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

“And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; the greatest of these is love.”

— 1 Corinthians13:13

PEYTON, GOLDIE ESTHER

May 15, 1953 – March 17, 2021

On March 17 Goldie passed peacefully away at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony. Goldie was born in Griquet to Kenneth and Edith Adams on May 5, 1953 as the second youngest of 8 children. She married Alvin Peyton on March 26 1976 and together they raised 3 daughters. Goldie was a quiet, kind, loveable lady who had a great love for her family and friends. Her door was always open and everyone was always welcomed with a “come on in, don’t mind your boots.” She was an active member of the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle until her illness wouldn’t allow her to do so anymore. She loved WM meetings, always volunteered for VBS and any other Children’s church activities. She was always there to help. She was a great knitter, baker, and cook. There was never a recipe in her books that she wouldn’t try. She spent countless hours putting together puzzles with her friends. Goldie will forever and always be missed and loved by her 3 Daughters; Bonnie, Lisa, and Heather; Brother, George (Dorothy); Sister, Shirley (Valance) as well as a large circle of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was predeceased by her Husband, Alvin; Parents, Edith and Kenneth Adams; Sister, Nellie; Brothers, Harold, William, Melvin, Wilson and her good Friends Muriel and Mae Peyton. Viewing and funeral details to be announced.