January 9, 1940 - May 3, 2024
It is with broken hearts that the family of Lillian Mary Yvonne Canning announces her passing at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on May 03, 2024, at the age of 84 years. Lillian passed away peacefully into the loving arms of God, surrounded by her loving family and will forever be remembered for the loving wife, mom and grandmother that she was. On January 22, 1959 she married her soulmate, to that union came seven beautiful children. Lillian gave her heart to the Lord in August 1958 and faithfully served him with all her heart and soul and committed her time as a very active member of the choir for 29 years, head of the Sunday School department for 17 years, president of the ladies group for years and also a Sunday school teacher.
Lillian was the most devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who was well-loved by all who had the honour to know her. She worked tirelessly to give her family what they needed. Lillian worked at the local fish plant while raising seven children and taking care of her household. She loved to knit, sew, bake and cook. Her family always looked forward to receiving one of her delicious carrot cake or her homemade pickles.
She leaves to mourn with a lifetime of precious memories her husband Wilson Canning. Daughters; Pamela(Perry), Karen, Jean (Scott), Darlene (Morris). Sons; Wayne(Louie), David (Joyce), Morgan (Janice), Travis (Nola) Grandson/son. 17 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 3 foster grandchildren. Also left to mourn is her darling sister Ruby Sacrey, her brother-in-laws; Martin Canning, Earl (Hazel); Sister-in-laws, Pearl (Calvin), Madonna, Joan(Grant) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Lillian is predeceased by her parents Theophilus and Milford Hopkins, Sisters Bessie Fillier and brother-in-law Gilbert Fillier, Daisy Hopkins and brother-in-law Gordan Hopkins. Also Sister-in-law Phyllis Cassell, Susie Canning; brother-in-laws, Harrison Canning, Winston Fillier, Wilbourn Fillier and Albert Cassell. And her son-in-law Melvin Pilgrim.
Public visitation to take place from the Englee Apostolic Faith Church on Sunday, May 5, 2024, and Monday, May 6, 2024 from 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.
