It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of our beloved Mother Angela Pynn, born November 21 1967, who passed away on the 6th of December after fighting her hardest to over come a traumatic brain injury. Jesus decided she was of more use in heaven, at his side, where she is at peace and no longer suffering. A woman of blind faith in the lord, Angela wasnt without hurdles in life, but that didnt stop her from raising two wonderful boys, now men, Dustin and Donovan. A woman of great morals, no matter the situation, nothing was stopping her from being the best mother she could, whilst still working overtime to attain 3 post graduate degrees, instilling the importance of education on to her kin. Angela is survived by her children, Donovan(melanie)Max, cole, rosie. Dustin and his children Ciara, Caleb, Brothers Wally(keith) terry and andrea and Ivan and his children Jordan Brandon and Gina. The family would like to thank the medical teams at both the health sciences center in St. johns and nurses here at Curtis Hospital . She is laid to rest at the old anglican cemetary along side her mom and dad. A formal service will be held later next year with dates tba
"And all thy childrenshall be taught of the lord: and great shall be the peace of thy children"
God bless
BESSEY, EDWARD
April 10, 1929 - May 4, 2024
Edward Bessey passed away May 4, 2024 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 95 years.
He leaves to mourn with many wonderful memories, his wife of 68 years: Martha Jane Bessey; Children: Morris (Joyce), Marilyn (Dave), Marshall (Jackie), Boyd (Sherry), Brian (Tanya), Albert Biles'; Grandchildren: Steven, Shawn. Trent, Tara, Melissa, Michelle, Maggie, Brody; Great-grandchildren: Emma, Jenna, Peter, Landon, Noah, Alex, Andy, Kaylee, Ava, as well as many other extended family and friends.
The family would like to send a thank-you to those who send condolences and supported us at this difficult time. We would also like to send a special thank-you to the staff at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, Shirley’s Haven, Major Stokes and Dart-Stokes and KM Fillatre.
Visitation details to be announced. The funeral service will take place from the Untied Church in Raleigh on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Major Stokes officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
TAYLOR, MILLICENT
It is with great sadness the family of Millicent Taylor announced her passing on Thursday, April 25th, 2024, at Curtis Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family at the age of 83 years.
Our mom was the heart of our family who always put the needs of her family first. Mom never met a stranger, she loved everyone. A down to earth, kind, caring and giving person who faced every challenge head on with courage and determination.
She leaves to mourn, with many wonderful memories, her children: Jill Hoyland (John); Jeff Taylor (Shirley); Gaie Payne (Ken); and Beverly Payne (Wade). Grandchildren: Andrew (Lisa); Cheryl (Aaron); Peter; Edmund (Jessica); Jenny (Joey); Tim (Vanessa); Jason (Lisa); Natasha and Rocky.
Great Grandchildren: Alyssa; Chloe; Keyo; Marissa; Summer; Parker; Ryder; William; Matteo; Zachary; Damon; Miya; Nathan; Dravyn; and Talon. Brothers and sisters: Eileen Chambers, Calvin Parrill (Diane), Laud Parrill (Irene), Ruby Bessey (Melvin), Marilyn Parrill. Brothers and Sisters-in-laws: Carl Milley, Fayne Buggy (Joe) and Glenn Taylor (Barb) as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Predeceased by her husband, Edmund Taylor; her son, Roger Taylor; her father and mother- in-law, Kenneth and Mae Taylor; biological parents, Charles Brown and Hazel (nee Manual) Parrill (Roy); adopted parents, James and Janet Diamond; brothers and sisters : Alvin Parrill, Jim Diamond (Deborah), Jessie (Norman), Beatrice (Maxwell), Gladys (Cecil), Carrie (Claude), Montique Diamond (Lena), George Diamond (Hazel), Whyman Diamond (Olive), Steward Diamond and John Diamond; brothers and sisters-in-laws: Matthew Chambers, Pearl Milley, Maude Burry (Don), and Lem Taylor.
Mom, we miss you more than words can express. You will forever be in our hearts and never forgotten. We love you so much!!
We would also like to thank the staff at Shirley’s Haven and Curtis Memorial Hospital, as well as Dr. Sarjora for all the care provided to our mom and family.
Visitation to take place from the Untied Church in Raleigh beginning the evening of Saturday, April 27, 2024 and will continue on Sunday, April 28, 2024. The funeral will take place on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliott officiating. Interment to follow.
PENNEY, BESSIE VIOLA (Nee Taylor)
January 13, 1937- March 13, 2024
Passed peacefully away into the arms of the Lord on March 13, 2024, Bessie Viola Penney of St. Anthony, NL, in her 87th year. Bessie was born in St. Anthony Grenfell Hospital on January 13, 1937 to mother Mary Jane Taylor (nee Andrews) and father Hubert Taylor. She was the second oldest of her siblings, Reuben, Beatrice, Rosie, Zilda and Glossen. She grew up and attended school in Raleigh until she reached Grade 10. Bessie then moved to St. Anthony, to attend the Grenfell School and stayed with Her Aunt Lizzie and Uncle Albert Elson. When she finished school, she stayed with her grandmother Beatrice Andrews in the Annex and worked alongside of her in the hospital laundry. This was during the time of the TB outbreak and the Old Sanatorium. On their days off, they would go visiting all of their relatives.
After the summer she moved to teach in Boat Harbour for about a year. The next stint of her teaching career took her to Ireland Bight around 1954. She boarded with George and Martha Reid during that year in Ireland Bight; she enjoyed teaching all of the children and often spoke of the young mischievous boys who were always up to no good. As she loved lots of fun herself, she said it was hard for her to contain her laughter so she might have to turn back on to the kids and crack a smile. During her off hours away from school she reminisced about the “FUN” they had while she was there. There were tricks played on this one and that one. A group usually gathered at the Reid’s homestead for a game of Flinch during the evening hours. This brought about much laughter and jokes. Bessie often recalled that there was one fellow who cheated but it was all in fun. Ruby Johnson (daughter of Martha and George Reid) recalled that Reuben Patey who played Flinch with the friends the night before would come round the next day and pull 2 or 3 Flinch cards out of his pocket. Ruby also recalled that Bessie went home for Christmas that year when her Dad came by dog team to pick her up. The following year, Bessie moved back to St. Anthony and began working at Wentworth Stores, where she met the love of her life, Morris Penney. They married in 1957 and later had and raised two beautiful daughters, Dale and Lois. In 1985, they were blessed with their first grandchild, Penney-Lynn, and five years later, in 1990, blessed with their second grandchild, Zachary. They were the joy of Morris’ and Bessie’s hearts. They were later in life blessed with four beautiful great-grandchildren, Reid, Olivia, Isabella and Grayson.
She leaves to mourn with many beautiful memories, her daughters Dale (Scott) and Lois (Hank), loving grandchildren, Penney (Nathan) and Zach (Vanessa), precious great-grandchildren Reid, Olivia, Isabella and Grayson, sister, Rosie and brother, Glossen (Bernice), special sister-in-law, Marie (Wayne) Eaton, as well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Bessie is predeceased by her husband, Morris, sisters Beatrice and Zilda, brother Reuben, parents, Mary and Hubert Taylor, mother and father-in-law, Ida and Malcolm Morris Penney, nephew, Malcolm Eaton, brother-in-law’s Ronald Penney, Val Taylor and Ralph Elliott and special grandson-in-law, Matthew Reid.
Bessie is fondly remembered for her kind, nurturing nature, her humour and wit! Over the years, she gained many special and lasting friendships through working at St. Anthony Cosmetics, and Consumers Pharma Choice (formerly, Shopper’s Drug Mart), and was well known for her attention to detail, dedicated work ethic and her shining personality and smile. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home in St. Anthony. Private visitation will take place on Thursday, March 14, 2024 from 7-9 pm to be followed by public visitation on Friday, March 15, 2024 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A private funeral will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from the funeral home at 2:00 pm with Carol Roberts and Minnie Morris officiating. Cremation to follow with inurnment at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.
TAYLOR. BESSIE MAE
September 27, 1926 - October 20, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and sister, Bessie Mae Taylor of Raleigh, presiding at the Shirley Haven Senior Home in St. Anthony. After a short illness Bessie passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 97 years.
Bessie was born in Wild Bight, Cape Norman, one of 16 children. At an early age, in order to survive, moved to Quirpon and then Raleigh where she worked with large fishing crews cooking, cleaning and performing many other chores that were assigned to her.
It was in Raleigh where she met and married Ernest Taylor and raised five children. Alongside her husband she took care of all household chores and also worked in the fishing stage for many hours often extending to late nights putting away fish. She also spent many hours in the vegetable garden. Bessie was a life long member of the Raleigh UCW and also taught Sunday School. Throughout the years she also boarded many teachers and ministers who needed a place to reside. She also sewed for many years for the Grenfell Mission, making parkas.
After the passing of her husband in 1979 she continued with her sewing and knitting and also spent a summer working on the water line in Raleigh. In later years she met a friend and partner. Together they spent time travelling back and forth from her home to his, also doing a lot of camping and some gardening. During those years she also began playing darts, which she enjoyed very much, playing in a number of tournaments. After the passing of her partner in 2013 she spent time with her children from Raleigh to Grande Prairie. In 2020 she moved into Shirley Haven Seniors Home where she resided until her passing.
Bessie leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons David, Cyril (Bernette), Alvin (Bev), daughters Edith Patey, Bernice (Glossen) Taylor, fifteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren. Brothers Cyril (Elvie) Campbell, Harrison Campbell, Melvin (Cora) Campbell, Seymour Campbell, Sisters Bertha (Maxwell) Richards, Christina Dredge, Edith Smith, sister in law Marie Campbell, and extended family and friends.
She is predeceased by husband Ernest, parents Robert and Edith Campbell, special partner Adam Williams, daughter in law Phyllis Taylor, son in law, Winston Patey, brothers Edward Campbell, Allan Campbell, Herbert Campbell. Sisters Margarete (Herbert) Gorman, Susie (Hebert) Pilgrim, Sarah (Benjamin) Letto, brother in law Lorenzo Dredge
The family wishes to send thanks to the staff of Shirley’s Haven Seniors Home for their care of our mother during her stay at the home. Also thank you to the doctors and nurses of Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital who helped to care for her and make her comfortable during her stay this past week. A special thank you to her granddaughter, Lisa Webb, who spent the last three nights with her in palliative care. Her presence and knowledge of palliative care helped us greatly during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, donations are graciously accepted to the Raleigh United Church Women in Bessie’s memory.
Visitation to take place from Raleigh United Church in Raleigh on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9 p.m. Sunday, October 22, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral will take place on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 2;00 p.m. with Rev Art Kinsella officiating.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
TAYLOR, GRACE BLANCHE
Age 72
It is with great sadness that the family of Grace Taylor announce her passing on June 11th, 2023 at the Health Science Center, St. John’s with her nieces Angela and Stella each holding her hand.
Grace was born to Allen and Delilah (Bessey) Taylor, she was the youngest of 10 children. After the passing of her mother she was left to care for her father, sister Linda and nephew Keith. She was a kind and gentle soul that never complained or asked anything of anyone. She was a hard worker and she lived every day with a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed by her two sisters and especially her nephew Keith who was like her own, and by all who knew her.
She is survived by her Sisters: Elvie (Cyril) Campbell, Selma Taylor; Special Nephew: Keith Taylor; Sister in Law: Peggy Taylor.
She is predeceased by her Parents: Allen & Delilah; Brothers: Hedley Bessey, Jasper & Lewis Taylor; Sisters & Brothers-in-law: Marie (Ben) Nicholas, Evelyn (Wilfred) Roberts, Gladys (Samuel) Butt; Linda Taylor; Brother in-Law: Harvey Taylor.
Visitation to be held at The United Church in Raleigh beginning Wednesday June 14th in the afternoon and continuing until the funeral service on Friday June 16, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pasor Charity Butler officicating.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey funeral director.
BLAKE, JESSIE MARION
November 30, 1937- April 5,2023
Passed away April 5,2023 at the John M Gray home in St. Anthony at the age of 85.
Jessie was born in Raleigh to James & Phoebe Bessey on Nov 30, 1937. At the age of 12 she went to work as a servant girl with the Elliott family in Raleigh. In 1952 she married the love of her life Everett Blake of Spillards cove (Straitsview).
Jessie spent most of her life taking care of her 7 children, in later years she went to work at the fish plant in St.Anthony. She loved attending to her garden, picking berries, knitting, to keep her family warm, but it didn't stop there she also helped to make the fish. No matter who or when anyone dropped by the kettle was always on for a cup of tea and a lunch. She was a devoted member of the UCW in Raleigh.
Jessie & Everett celebrated 65 years of marriage together in which they grew a new branch of the Blake Family tree.
Leaving to mourn sons Dennis (Donna), Garry (Betsy), Cyril, Hedley, daughters Cindy (Jim), Dale, & Velma (Barry). Sisters Martha, Rebecca, Effie, Lavinia, Verna. Brothers Garfield, Melvin, Hounsell. Also, 13 Grandchildren, 20 great grand children, & 5 Great great grandchildren.
She is predecased by husband Everett, parents James & Phoebe Bessey, sisters Violet & Vina, and great grandson Austin.
Visitation to take place from the United Church in Raleigh on Friday, April 7, 2023. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 8, 2023 with Pastors Geoff and Charity Butler officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
DAWE, LARRY JOSEPH
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our sweet brother and Uncle Larry Joseph Dawe at the age of 56 years. Enjoying the simpler things in life, it took little to make him happy. Larry had a deep love for sports, friends, and family gatherings. He loved the comradery of friends and enjoyed a heartfelt laugh when there was one to be had. He was the most selfless, caring and kind person who would leave a lasting imprint on the heart of those who had the privilege of meeting him. Left to mourn are; his sister Lillian (Ralph) Taylor; brother Sterling (Audrey) Dawe; Nieces Carla(Bart); Debbie (Todd); Samantha( Draper); and Amanda as well as his very special Friends Don and Ada Weir. Larry is predeceased by his parents Caleb and Elizabeth, sister Lavinia and brother Medford, who will be there to meet him with love and open arms, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends that made the journey before him. The memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Raleigh NL, at 11am on the 26th of December 2022 with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating, burial will follow in the Community Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
SMITH, THOMAS
August 7, 1935 - June 26, 2022
Thomas Smith passed peacefully away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony at the age of 86 years old, on June 26, 2022, with his family at his side.
He was born in St. Anthony on August 7, 1935, the son of John and Drucella Smith of Raleigh. Thomas married the love of his life, Hilda (nee Taylor) on February 14, 1955. Together they had five children Joyce, Pansy, Terry, Shirley and Peggy.
Thomas spent a number of years working as a equipment operator with Stanley Hodge in St. Anthony. In 1969 he went to work with NL Hydro as a plant operator, 11 years later continued as a fisherman for his remaining career. He lived a good healthy retirement, enjoying moose hunting, tending to his garden, visits from his grandchildren and many trips salmon fishing in Main Brook with very special friends.
He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his loving wife Hilda, daughters Joyce, Pansy, Peggy, Shirley (Jeff), and son Terry (Linda), brothers Willis, Barton (Virtue), sister Viola (Abiel), 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
He is predeceased by his parents, John and Drucella, brothers Jack (Anna), Felix (Joanna), Jerry (Jane), Noah (Laura), sister Elizabeth (Caleb), sister in law Nellie and son in law Gilbert.
Thank you to the staff of ICU, Palliative Care and to Dr. Milani and Dr. Mina at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, your thoughtfulness and kindness will never be forgotten.
Visitation to take place from 7 to 9 pm on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony with Funeral service to take place on Thursday, June 30 at 11:00 am at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home as well. Grave site service to follow at Anglican Cemetery in Raleigh.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
GREEN, LESTER CLAYTON
July 1, 1933 - December 2, 2021
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Lester on December 2, 2021 from the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 88 years.
Lester was born July 1, 1933 in Raleigh to Miriam and Barton Green. On June 11, 1953 he married the love of his life, Irene (Andrews) of Harbour Deep. They made their home in Raleigh where they raised six children. Lester spent most of his life as a fisherman.
He Leaves to mourn his Wife, Irene; Daughters, Yvonne (Alvin), Emily (Randy); Sons, Richard (Janice), Morris (Una), Keith (Helen), and James (Michelle); Grandchildren, Gina (Sheldon), Natasha (Matt), Perry (Angie), Jodi (Kristie), Darrin (Patricia), Justin (Domini), Janet (Michael), Robyn (Tom), Christopher (Keitha), Megan (Geoff), Jamie (Jack); Great-grandchildren, Brandon, Mallory, Rebecca, Emma, Justin, Jessica, Dawson, Olivia, Reese, Greyson, Jake, Samuel; Sisters, Melina, Belinda, Maisie (Richard); Brothers, Joseph (Evelyn), George (Kizzie), and Freeman (Barb) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.
Lester is predeceased by his parents, Miriam and Barton; Daughter, Beatrice Kay; Sister, Ida (Stewart); and Brothers in Law, Stanley Dawe and John Andris.
Private visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 2-4 pm and Saturday, December 4th and Sunday, December 5th. The private celebration of life will take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home on Monday, December 6, 2021 at 11:00 am with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Cremation to follow with inurnment at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.