CANNING, ROGER SIDNEY

July 1, 1965 – September 12, 2019

Roger Sidney Canning was born on a beautiful sunny day on July 1, 1965, in St. Anthony, Newfoundland, to the late Arthur and Hilda Canning. Roger grew up in his hometown Roddickton, Newfoundland, a place that was always very near and dear to his heart. In his hometown, he built a life for him and his family and made such precious memories along the way. Roger was well known for his carpentry skills, building his first home in his mid-twenties. Roger spent over 30 years traveling outside of Newfoundland, to the Northern Ontario area, to pursue his career in carpentry. Roger is also known for his love of playing guitar, singing and his chats with good friends and family over a cup of coffee. Roger was the beloved father of Skyler and Dylan Canning; being their dad brought so much joy to his life. Roger married the love of his life, Dorothy, on December 17, 2015 and together made a lifetime of happiness and memories. Roger welcomed into his life, with love and open arms, two step-daughters; Jessica and Rachel. Roger cherished every minute he spent with his four grandchildren; Terrell, Mylah, Jaxson, and Jordyn , who always put a smile on his face. Upon returning to work this September, Roger passed suddenly in Red Lake, Ontario, leaving behind his knowledge and fascination for the word of God with others. Roger adored his family and will always be remembered for how much love and support he offered to them during his time on earth. He leaves to Mourn his Wife, Dorothy; Sons, Skyler, Dylan (Catherine); Step Daughters, Jessica (Jason), Rachel (Curtis); Grandchildren, Terrell, Mylah, Jaxson, Jordyn; Sisters, Wynita (Benson), Loretta (Aiden), Emma (Jack), Lisa (Rod), Denise; Nieces & Nephews, Dwayne (Tamara), Tracey (Darren), Sharon (Keith), Jamie (Tina), Crystal (Adrian), James (Katryna), Timothy (Katrina), Tara, as well as large extended family and friends. Predeceased by Parents, Arther & Hilda Canning; Brother, Lowmen Canning; Sister, Margaret Clements. Visitation to be held from the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Roddickton on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from where the funeral will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Simms officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

CURLEW, CALVIN EDWARD

Passed peacefully away at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on the 3rd day of January. Mr. Calvin Edward Curlew of Englee was in his 81st year. He leaves to mourn with many great and fond memories his wife of 55 years Mae, his sons Dean(Mae), Glenn(Alice), Derek (Anselma) and Sheldon, Grandchildren Gregory(Tracie), Liska (Joey), Shawn(Jessica), and Baby J.J.(deceased), Brother Cecil, Sisters Ethel and Blanch as well as a large circle of family and friends. Visitation was held at the Faith Pentecostal Tabernacle on Friday January 6th followed through to the funeral service on Monday January 9th, 2017 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Simms Officiating, Interment followed in the Pentecostal Cemetery in Englee. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director

REID, ERIC JAMES

Passed away on January 2nd, 2017 at the John M. Gray Centre at the age of 56 years. Eric was born to Bartholomew and Velma Reid on October 14, 1960 in Englee, NL. He married Sharon Pittman on Sept 26, 1992 and they had three daughters; Lorna, Sandi, and Sarah. Eric started finishing with his father at the age of 16 and continued to do so until his surgery in September 2013. He also had a great passion for woodcutting and hunting. Many of his friends could tell endless stories of their adventures together with him. Eric had many friends and was well liked by everyone who knew him. He leaves to mourn his wife Sharon; Mother Velma; Daughters Lorna (Dion) Sexton, Sandi (Pete) Budgell, Sarah (Robert) Chaisson; Granddaughters Kylee and Koriana; Sisters Patricia (Dorman), Rowena (Nigel), Dora; Brothers Guy (Rowena), Raymond (Loretta), Alyvone (Mary), Willis, Don (Wanda) as well as a large circle of Family and Friends. He was predeceased by his father Bartholomew on November 5th, 2014. Eric slipped peacefully away into the presence of the Lord on January 2, 2017 at the John M. Grey Centre. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Visitation was held at the Pentecostal Church in Englee from where the funeral service was held on January 6, 2017 with Pastor Simms officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director.