STRANGEMORE, SHEILA ELLEN (Nee McDonald)

It is with great sadness that the family of Sheila Ellen Strangemore (nee McDonald) announces her passing on January 28th at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital in St Anthony Newfoundland, at the age of 77 years.

Born June 13, 1947, in Goose Cove, Newfoundland, she was one of eleven children of William & Anastasia McDonald . Sheila loved life, her many friends and her family, especially her son Liam.

In her early years her sense of adventure and work took her to many places; London, Edmonton, Vancouver, Churchill Falls, to name a few, and she finished her career with Service Canada in St Anthony. Everywhere she went she indulged her passion for photography, enjoyed and shared a good scotch and made and nourished her many friendships.

Unfortunately at the age of 46 she was diagnosed with Leukemia, a disease that would challenge and change her; but never would define her. In 1992, a year before her diagnosis, she met Graham Strangemore, who nurtured and stood by her through her challenges, and five years later they were married. Their happiness however did not last as Graham passed suddenly in April 2002, at the age of 59.

Ever positive, always independent, and forever young, she took life’s challenges in stride and embraced every opportunity it offered.

She leaves to mourn and will be forever missed by her son Liam; six brothers: Raymond, Maurice, Brendan (Kim), Desmond (Martha), Donald (Kristen), and Kevin (Ann); four sisters: Evangeline, Gertrude (Patrick Troy), Mary, Ellen (Tony Sexton); as well as her nephews and nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, and many friends; especially Carol & Alvin Colborne.

She is predeceased by her husband: Graham; her parents: William and Anastasia McDonald; her beloved Uncle Pad; brothers in law: John Drudge, Harry Urshitz; Sisters in law: Betty, and Eileen.

Public visitation will take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 7-9 pm and Friday, January 31, 2025 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service and mass will take place from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Fr. Amir officiating. Cremation to follow with inurnment to take place at a later date.

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In lieu of flowers donations to the Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal or the Goose Cove Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in her memory would be gratefully accepted.  

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

STRANGEMORE, CARLTON

October 12, 1949 - May 30, 2024

Carl was born in Cook’s Harbour on October 12th, 1949. He was the fourth child born to Naomi and Hayward Strangemore. He had three brothers, Selwyn (Ivy), Charles (Gaye), Guy, and four sisters, Nita, Marilyn, Eva (Riley), and Joyce. When Carl was five years old, his family moved to St. Anthony where he grew up and spent his entire life. He worked most of his adult life in the processing sector with FPI in St. Anthony. In later years, he worked in the construction industry in St. John’s.

In 1971, he married Selma Ollerhead and together they raised two children, Luanne (Frank) and Shelley (Cory). They were then blessed with four grandchildren, Hilary, Nicholas, Cameron and Tyler. His grandchildren meant the world to him and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for any of them.

When Carl married Selma, he grew an extended family of brothers and sisters. There were many visits to St. Anthony by them all and there is no doubt that every visit with Carl was a memorable one.

Through the years, Carl grew many relationships that became lifelong friendships. Some of those friends became known as the Cabin Crew. This group had many a time playing music and singing, but what made them sound amazing was the best accordion player, Carl. He could brighten up any room with the sounds of the accordion playing and feet thumping. Music that all who knew him would cherish for a lifetime.

His passions extended beyond music, including boating, fishing, hunting, camping, master wine maker and gardening to name a few. I would expect that over the next few days, his family will hear some of the many adventures of Carl doing what he loved, and those stories will be nothing short of amazing and entertaining, because that’s the kind of person he was. Captivating, gentle, kind, witty, passionate, and of course, a little stubborn too.

Carl lived to see the passing of many of his family and friends; his mother and father, sister Nita, brothers-in-law, Tony, Roy, Ray, Earl and sister-in-law Loretta, along with his closest friends, Paul, George and Blanche and his best friend’s son Craig.

Sadly, Carl’s courageous battle with cancer ended peacefully on May 30th, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. During Carl’s battle with cancer, he came to know many people that showed him compassion, empathy and support beyond what could ever be expected. The cancer care team in St. Anthony, along with all the nurses, physicians, and diagnostic service teams, all played a role in enabling Carl to have extended time with his family. There are too many people to name, but you know who you are, and you all held a special place in his heart! The man known as Dad, Pop, Husband, Brother, Brother-in-Law, Uncle, Cousin and Friend will be forever in our hearts and the memories he left will be cherished. Raise a glass to this amazing man and hear the accordion playing sweetly, Music and Friends! Love forever and always.

Visitation is being held at the funeral home in St. Anthony from 2-4 and 7-8:30pm Friday May 31st, 2024 followed by family prayer. The funeral service will be held at 11am on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from the St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow.

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

SEAWARD, NITA (Nee Strangemore)

November 1 1945 - September 12 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Nita Seaward announce her passing on September 12th, 2023 at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, at the age of 77 years.

Nita is survived by her daughter, Joyce and her precious granddaughter, Leanne (Shay); Her siblings: Selwyn (Ivy), Charl (Gaye), Carl (Selma), Guy, Marilyn Walker, and Eva (Riley) Applin; Nieces and Nephews: Jodie, Nicole, Tammy, Luanne, Shelley, Todd, Marla, Colby, Christopher, Heidi and Gavin. She also leaves behind 15 Great-nieces/nephews, as well as a special Aunt Lillian (Hayward) Elliott, and her dearest and closest friend Ivy Taylor.

Nita is predeceased by parents Naomi and Hayward Strangemore; Son-in-law: Roy Burt and Brother-in-law: Tony Walker.

Nita will be remembered for her love for her family and her kindness to everyone.

Rest easy our beautiful soul.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from 10 am- 12 pm, 2-4 pm, and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 15, 2023 from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow.

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

STRANGEMORE, CLIFFORD ESAU

December 28, 1934 - March 16, 2021

Passed peacefully away at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on March 16, 2021 at the age of 86. He leaves to mourn his Wife of 65 years, Dora (Croucher) ; Brother,, Norman (Myra), Job (Elizabeth); Sister, Mary Jane; Sister-in-law, Vera and Ethel; as well as Nieces, Nephews and Friends. He was predeceased by Son, Gregory Strangemore; Mother, Dorcas; Father, Essau; Sisters, Blanche (George), Luncinda (Bob); Brothers, Ralph, Jerimiah; and Brother-in-law, Bill Burt. Private viewing to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony with burial to follow in the Main Brook Anglican Cemetery with Rev. Gosse officiating. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

STRANGEMORE, MARJORIE

Passed away peacefully at the John M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony on October 21, 2016 at the age of 90 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and long memories her children: Monte (Christine), Rendell, Kevin (Marlene), Joy (Charles), Ivy Grace; Brothers Willis (Rita), Bruce, Albert, Morgan (Linda); Eight Grandchildren; Seven Great-grandchildren as well as a large circle of family and friends. She is predeceased by her husband Everton; her parents Frederick and Jane Colbourne; special Uncle John Colbourne; Sister Florence, Irene, and Beryl. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony from where the funeral service took place on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 11:00 am with Rev. Katie Flynn officiating. Interment followed in the St. Anthony Anglican Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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