BAINES, GEORGE

January 28, 1959 - November 20, 2023

After a short, courageous battle with cancer, it is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we the family of George Baines share the sad new of his passing on November 20, 2023 at the age of 64. George passed in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by his loving family and friends as he had wished for.

George was born January 28, 1959 to Noah and Dorcas Baines of Reefs Harbour. George enjoyed spending time at the cabin and camping all around NL in is motorhome as well as spending time out in boat and fishing (which he did all his life). He enjoyed time with family and friends.

George will be forever remembered and sadly missed by his loving partner, Darlene; his son: Mitch; Stepsons: David (Brittney), Joshua; Granddaughter: Lindsay; Sisters: Effie (Baxter), Joy (Steve), Leah (Jeff); Brothers: Hubert (Lucy), Cyril (Theresa), John, Bob; Mother-in-law: Pauline Eddison; Brothers-in-law: Kenneth and Darrell Eddison; a large number of nieces, nephews, and a large circle of extended family and friends.

George was predeceased by his parents: Noah and Dorcas Baines; Sisters: Vonnie and Jill; and Brothers: Pierce, Noah, and Ivan.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Mina and all the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff of Labrador-Grenfell Health, Dr. Holmes, Dr. Ahmad, and Tracey House NP.

Cremation has taken place, a funeral and burial date will be announced at a later time.

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

APPLIN, WALTER ROYAL

August 27th, 1955 - May 5th, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Walter Royal Applin announce his passing at his home in Shoal Cove West on Friday, May 5th at the age of 67 years.

Royal fished along side his brother Howard until 2004 when his sickness first took hold.

Royal leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his partner Mary Ann, daughter Amanda, Granddaughter Destiny (Riley), Great Grandson Leo, Brother Howard (Mildred), Sisters Ellen, Louisa (Lorenzo), Special nieces Bernice (Andy) & Nakita(Jonathan), nephews Walter (Matthew), Dennis (Cassie), Norman (Lisa), Shane(Lucy), Truman (Bernice), Nieces Sheilagh (Lloyd), Lisa (Jim), Christine, Celia (Ward), Ellen(Mike) & families, sister & brother in laws Casey, Connie, Marie, Nancy, Joanne, Kelly, Patsy, Elaine, Robin & Donald, special cousin & friend Isaac Coombs (Kim).

Royal was predeceased by his parents Mahala & Walter Applin, Mother & Father In Law Mary & Donald Buckle, Sister Marjorie (Nat) Gibbons, nephews Royal & Herman Gibbons.

Bernice would like to send a special thanks over the past year to Dennis Gibbons who has went above and beyond with taking Uncle Royal to all his appointments. Dennis was always ready to go when I couldn't. This meant more to both me and Uncle Royal than he'll ever realize. The bond between these two were more than just Uncle/Nephew. I cannot thank Dennis enoughfor everything he has done. Another cousin/friend, Isaac Coombs, was always there whenever Uncle Royal needed anything. He was always only a phone call away and was ready to do anything that he needed done.

The family would like to thank Beverly Ann Myers/Reid for being a quick response to our phone call on the night he passed. Thank you for making phone calls that needed to be made. Thank you to Tracy House, Dr. Irfan, Ced Caines, Zack Osmond and the Nursing Staff at RGHC, and the RCMP for the compassion that was shown to myself and the rest of the family.

Visitation to take place from St. Margaret‘s of Scotland Anglican Church in Reefs Harbour on Friday, May 12, 2023 with the family service taking place in the evening. The funeral will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Coates officiating.

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

COOMBS, EFFIE

October 17, 1943 - March 17, 2022

Passed away peacefully at her residence in Shoal Cove West on March 17, 2022 at the age of 78.
Effie was born in Shoal Cove West to Leah and Jack on October 17, 1943. She was the best Mom, Sister, Aunt, and Friend to all.
She leaves to mourn her Son, Perry, her world as well as her sister Dulcie.
She is predeceased by her Mother, Leah; Father, Jack; Common-law Husband, Jake; Sisters, Dorcas, Emily, Burnidette; Brothers, Leander, Stewart, Stedman, and Gerald.
The family would like to thank her many friends who were there along her journey.
The funeral service will take place at St. Margaret’s of Scotland Anglican Church in Reefs Harbour at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

DOYLE, YVONNE PAULINE (nee Baines)

June 17, 1956 – February 14, 2020

Yvonne (Vonnie) Doyle nee Baines, born June 17th 1956 peacefully passed away on February 14th 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Vonnie has a genuine heart, she enjoyed socializing, playing darts with her amazing friends and spending time with her family she loved dearly especially her three grandsons. Vonnie leaves to mourn her devoted husband, Doff; Mother, Dorcas Baines; Children, Noah (Chatal), Vicki (Michael); Grandsons, Alex, Nicholas and Kyle; Siblings, John, Hubert (Lucy), George (Darlene), Joy (Steve), Cyril (Theresa), Effie (Bax), Bob, Leah (Jeff); Sister-in-laws, Brother-in-laws, Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and friends. She is predeceased by her father Noah Baines, twin sister Jill, and brothers Ivan, Noah, and Pierce. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Noreen Fardy and all doctors, nurses and staff of Labrador Grenfell Health. Visitation to begin at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church in Reefs Harbour, the afternoon of February 20, 2020 with the family service taking place at 7:00 pm that evening. The funeral will be held on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Inurnment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.