SIMMS, WILLIE PERCIVAL

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Dad and Pop, Willie Percival Simms (Bill, Po) (June 19, 1935 – November 20, 2024). Willie P. left us here on earth to join the love of his life, Millie, in heaven who welcomed him no doubt with a joyful embrace.

Predeceased by his mother and father (Herbert and Jane Simms); his brothers (Pascoe, Chris, Gord, and Samuel). Willie P. lived a beautiful life and was privileged to enjoy 89 full years with his loving family, who worshipped him; Nadine (Glen), Deanne (Dave), Gord (Colleen) and Lisa (Curtis). His six grandchildren, so lucky to have many special memories of ski doo rides, baked beans and drives around the harbour for ice cream; Natasha (Ryan), Jordan (Shelby), Nathan (Cheyenne), Heather (Brook), Shane and Emily. His cherished sisters; Margie, Donna, Mary,Eleanor, and brother in-law; Cliff (Betty).

Willie P. was a friend to many and enjoyed the company of all he met. Pop was a great storyteller and would often fondly recount his time working with the Grenfell Mission and teaching carpentry at the trade school. He was an active community member who devoted countless hours to the Canadian Rangers, Town Council, the St. Anthony Lions Club and other community groups.

Willie P.’s family would like to take this opportunity to profess a heartfelt thank you to those who provided care including the St. Anthony Volunteer Fire Department, RCMP, and the many healthcare providers at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital. Pop was very proud of his community and in his moment of need, received care that was second to none.

In Lieu of flowers and in his memory, the family suggests you donate to the St. Anthony Lions Club. Funeral service will be held at the St. Anthony United Church on Saturday, November 23rd at 11 am.

PILGRIM, WILLIE

July 17, 1949 - January 12, 2023

Willie Pilgrim was born July 17th ,1949 in St. Anthony to Audrey Cull and Tobias Pilgrim. At the age of 5, he moved to St Anthony Bight with his grandmother and grandfather, Florence and Wesley Pilgrim, which was where he spent the remainder of his childhood. Willie married Linda on July 19th 1974 and they had four children that filled his days when they were young and his heart with 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Willie and Linda moved to Fort McMurray where they lived for 15 years. He was fond of his time in Fort McMurray, where his previous years of hard work and being a jack of all trades were greatly rewarded. They returned to the Corner Brook area upon his retirement, where he made some great friends and it warmed his heart to be nearer his daughter and granddaughter. Always a humble and patient man, he never needed anyone to tend to him, only in his very final days. He died peacefully at home on January 12th, 2023.

He leaves to morn his wife Linda, three sons Leon, Corey (Cristina), Brad (Laurie) and his baby girl Kayla. His six grandchildren Laura-Lee, Jade, Michelle, Joel, Shelby and Addison and four great grandchildren. Mother-in law Pearl. His brothers Boyd (Elsie), Elvis (Belinda), Joseph, Daniel, Sister Janet and Special Uncle Ronald (Harriet) and sister-in-law Alice (Boyce) Also left to mourn are many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Predeceased by his father Tobias, mother Audrey and father-in-law Floyd.

Visitation to take place at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, January 19th and Friday, January 20, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony on Saturday, January 21, 2022 at 2:00 pm, Majors Anthony Stokes and Major Beverly Dart Stokes officiating. Interment to follow.

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