SAUNDERS, ERIC

September 10, 1929 - January 15, 2025

It is with broken hearts that the family of Mr. Eric Saunders announce his passing on January 15, 2025 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 95 years.

Eric Saunders was born to William and Isabelle Saunders on September 10, 1929 in St. Lunaire and was youngest of seven children. He spent his early years fishing with his brothers and later worked in Goose Bay in the lumber woods.

For many years he had a Bombardier snowmobile and frequently brought friends and neighbours to the hospital as well as in the bay to cut wood. His nephews and nieces fondly remember piling in on weekends for campfire trips.

He was a quiet man with gentle humour and dearly loved his extended family and all children but especially Rochelle.

He leaves to mourn his wife Rita of 39 years as well as a wide circle of family and friends.

Visitation will take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet, NL on Thursday, January 16, 2024 from 2-4pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place at 2:00 pm on Friday, January 17, 2024 with Pastors Geoff and Charity Butler officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.

PILGRIM, HEZEKIAH ABSOLOM

November 23, 1942 - December 29, 2024

It is with heavy heats that the family of Hezekiah Absolom Pilgrim announce his passing on December 29, 2024 at the age of 82. Hezekiah (Kye) passed away peacefully at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony.

Kye, as he was known to everyone, loved to spend his time outside. Doing anything from trouting, berry picking or just fiddling around. But his favorite past time was his garden, which he tended to with pride.

Kye will forever be remembered and missed by anyone who ever had the pleasure of meeting him.

Leaving to mourn with fond memories are his sisters: Gladys, Betty, Karen, Glenda (Nath), June (Willie), Wendy (Brent); his brothers: Tobias and Eugene; special Uncle: Ronald (Harriet); special Aunt: Bessie, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and extended family.

Hezekiah is predeceased by his parents: Jonathon and Annie; brother: Ivan; sister: Goldie; brothers in law: James, Ford; and sister-in-law: Robin.

The family at this time would like to extend their most sincere appreciation to the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital for their compassion during their time of need.

Visitation will take place at the Salvation Army Citadel on St. Anthony on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 11am with Major Stokes officiating. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to take place at a later date.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.

BUSSEY, JEAN FLORENCE

September 5, 1948 - October 10, 2024

Jean Florence Bussey of St. Lunaire-Griquet passed away at the John M Gray Centre on October 10, 2024 at the age of 76 years.

Jean Leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of memories, her Husband of 57 years: Guy Bussey; her Son: Jake (Darlene), Tony; Sisters: Lucy, Bernetta (Francis); Brother: Rod (Lorriane), Freeman (Flossie), Albert (Lorriane), & Don (Gloria).; Grandchildren: Emma, Jacob, and Benjamin. Jean will also be greatly missed by a large circle of other relatives, close friends and church family.

Jean was Pre-deceased by a Baby Girl; Parents: Albert & Caroline Curlew; Brothers: Melvin, Wilfred (Pearl).

Visitation to take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet on Saturday, October 12th 2024, time to be announced soon. The funeral will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow in the Griquet Untied Cemetery.

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

HUMBY, LESTER

February 16, 1950 - October 29, 2023

Lester Humby was born in St. Lunaire on February 16th, 1950 to Joseph and Jessie Humby. On September 24th, 1976 he married the love of his life, Judy Blake. They had many great years together and raised 3 children who he loved dearly.

He was known to be a hard worker by all who knew him. Lester was a fisherman, he built boats and did carpentry all throughout his life. He was also a concrete finisher in later years. Lester enjoyed hunting moose and seal, fishing, and thoroughly enjoyed being in the woods.

He leaves to mourn his Wife, Judy; Sons, Todd (Vanessa), Alvhon; Daughter: Jennifer (Charley) Curl; 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; Brothers: Reginald (Regina), Gordon (Margie), Nelson (Joan); Sister: Irene Hillier as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

Lester is predeceased by his Parents: Joseph and Jessie Humby; Brothers: William, Wilbert, Alvohn, Truman, and Harold; Sister: Florence Patey.

Visitation to take place from Calvary Pentecostal church in St. Lunaire-Griquet beginning Wednesday, November 1, 2023 and continuing until the funeral on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

BRIDGER, CALEB GEORGE

November 11, 1940 - October 23, 2023

Passed away on October 23, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 years.

He leaves to mourn his Sons: Bradley (Shirley), William (Sherry), and Garfield (Linda); Daughter: Belinda (Mike); Sisters: Louise (Carl), Margaret, Phillip (Irene); Grandchildren: Brian (Sherilynn), Danielle, Sheldon (Erica), Kyle, Alyssa, Allie; Great-grandchildren: Kobe, Kylie, Kalen, Irelynn; Long-time friends: Margaret Mitchell, Wayne and Audrey Hillier, and family as well as many other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his wife, Loretta; Parents: William and Sarah Bridger; Sisters: Madeline (Hector), Gloria, Annie (Archibald), Rita, Elizabeth (Benjamin); and Brother: John.

Visitation to take place from the All Saints Anglican Church in Dark Tickle beginning the evening of Wednesday, October 25, 2023 and will continue on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Kinsella and Rev. Larkin officiating. Interment to follow.

BURDEN, JUDY GRACE

June 2, 1953 - December 24 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Judy Grace Burden announce her passing on December 24, 2022 at Curtis Memorial  Hospital at the age of 69. Judy  was born on June 2, 1953 in Noddy Bay, NL to Elsie and Ambrose Hedderson. Judy was a great mom of four boys as well as a grandma and great grandma. She was married to Elias Burden for 53 years. She was a  member of the church pretty much her entire life.  After her boys were all grown up she spent her later years volunteering in her home town of St. Lunaire -Griquet, NL Left to mourn her:  Husband Elias, Sons  Murray(Lana) Morgan (Tammy), Dexter.  Grandson Damien(Dawn) and Granddaughters Chloe, Destiny, Hayley, Tamara, and Brooklynn. Great Grandkids Hunter, Heath and Caleigh. Sisters Cassie(Karl), Rita, Iris and Lorrie Pilgrim (Marlon). Brothers Ross(Pansy), Ernest(Frances) Also all her in-laws, her homecare worker Sandra Pilgrim and a large circle of nieces, nephews and the numerous close friends that she had made over her 69 years.  Predeceased by parents  Ambrose and Elsie, Son Danny as well as many more family members The family would like to thank all the staff at Curtis Memorial hospital who took such good care of Judy. Special thanks to Mikey for being my our Mom's nurse for all these years  and taking such good care of her.  She talked about you all the time. Also much appreciation to everyone for the support given us at this sad time. The visits, prayers, food or just being there when  we needed to talk or cry. All your support will never be forgotten. In lue of flowers memorial donations are being accepted.
The visitation and Funeral Service were held at the Pentecostal Church in St. Lunaire- Griquet on December 29th, 2022 at 2:00pm with Major Anthony Stokes and Major Beverly Dart Stokes, burial followed in the St. Lunaire- Griquet Salvation Army Community Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

PILGRIM, DAVID ROY

October 3, 1957 - October 28, 2022

Passed away on October 28, 2022 from the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony the age of 65.

He was born to Chesley and Annie Pilgrim, the eleventh of twelve children on October 3, 1957. He grew up in Griquet and he moved to Ontario at a young age where he settled down and started his family . He was blessed with two Children, and later, two grandchildren who he adored.

David leaves to mourn, his Son, Bradley; Daughter, Alyse (Chris); Grandchildren, Luke and Brooke; Brothers, Alvohn (Maisie), Nelson, Lindy (Elizabeth), Lewis (Leona), Daniel (Caroline); Sisters, Shirley (Pierce), Lucy, Cassie (Oliver), Jackie (Steward) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his Parents, Chesley and Annie Pilgrim; Brother, Carl; and Sister, Olive.

Visitation to take place from the Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from 7:30pm - 9 pm on Monday, November 7, 2022. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to take at a later date.

“Our parents are the people who make us who we are. They start by wanting us, caring for us and holding our hands. They teach us, guide us and want the absolute best for us. They give themselves and their time in their own life so we can have everything we need. Most of all, they give us a love so unconditional it can never be broken, tarnished or understood.

Our father was all of these things. A father, a grandfather, a brother, a son, a friend. Most of all, he was our Dad.

We are so sad that you had to leave us, but we will continue your legacy to love unconditionally and will never stop. We will never forget you. You gave up everything, so we could have everything. You were the most selfless person we have ever known. We love you and miss you so much. Our wish is for you to rest now. You’re in our thoughts, and dreams and prayers, always and forever.

We love you Dad.”

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.