It is with great sadness that the family of the late Stedman Coombs announce his passing on February 18, 2019 in his 84th year. He leaves to mourn with fond and wonderful memories, his loving wife of 63 years, Vivian Coombs; children Irene (Ray), Hiriam (Pam), Melvin (Connie), Rosline, Barry (Ruby), Rick (Belinda), Lorne (Tina) and Leon (Dale); grandchildren Dara, Melvin Jr, Ocean, Terry, Tammy (Phil), Terry, Riley, Jenna, Maxwell, Callie; 11 great-children, sisters Effie, Dorcas and Dulcie; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents John and Leah Coombs, mother-in-law Eva Coombs and father –in-law Lambert Coombs, son Terry, grandchildren Denise, Mason and David, sisters Bernadette White, Emily Applin and brothers Leander, Stewart and Gerald Coombs. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Strait of Belle Ilse Health Centre and Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A family service will be announced at a later date. Funeral Arangments are entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
WAY, ANNE NORA JUANITA (nee Lavalee)
December 17, 1965 – February 14, 2019
Anne Way was born on December 17, 1965 in Flowers Cove to Paul and Lucy Lavallee. She grew up here and on December 18, 1996 she married Bryce Way. In 2002 they welcomedFebruary their daughter Ashlee into their home. Anne enjoyed life, had a warm and welcoming smile She passed away on Thursday, February 14th, 2019 at home at the age of 53 years. Anne will always be remembered by her husband Bryce, daughter Ashlee, her parents Paul and Lucy Lavallee and her mother-in law Sadie, as well as her sisters Gloria (Keith), Genny (Tony),and Millie (Craig), her brothers Bill (Caroline), Brian (Shirley), Micheal (Kit) and Emile (Arleen). She will also be remembered by a large circle of in-laws, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her brother Lewis Lavalle. Anne will be sadly missed. Visitation was held from the United Church in Flowers Cove from where the funeral service was held on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.
NEWMAN, FREEMAN ARCHIBALD
Passed away February 14th, 2019 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 90 years. He leaved to cherish memories, his wife of 61 years, Gretta; Son, Shawn (Wavey) Newman; Daughter Darlene Newman (Lorne); 3 Grandchildren; 2 Great-grandchildren, and a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation was held from the Apostolic Faith Church in Bide Arm. The funeral was held on Monday, February 18th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Howard Canning officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.
SIMMS, SHIRLEY
January 8, 1942 February 13, 2019
Passed peacefully away on February 13th, 2019 at the Western Regional Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook at the age of 77 years. Shirley Simms was born in Green Island Cove, NL on January 8, 1942 to Leander & Minnie Mitchelmore. She was one of nine children. She met and later married Sterling Simms on October 23, 1958. Together while living in St. Anthony, NL they raised three children; two sons, Terry & Morgan and one daughter, Sybil. Shirley, while being at home raising her family took care of the Bookkeeping of their family businesses for 45 years to assist in providing for their family. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons, Terry (Donna), Morgan (Verla); Daughter, Sybil (Glenn); Grandchildren Christa (Darryl); Jason (Angelina); Kristopher & Shannon; Great-Grandchildren, Karli; Kaeden; Santiago; Isabella & Dominick; Sisters, Sybil (Lloyd) Piercey & Inga Coombs; Brothers, Primus (Maysie); Baxter (Melinda) & Harvey (Marilyn) Mitchelmore; Sister-in-law, Ruby Mitchelmore as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. Shirley was predeceased by her Husband, Sterling Simms; Parents, Leander & Minnie Mitchelmore; Brothers, Howard Truman Mitchelmore; and Sister, Merona Gibbons. Visitation was held at the Pentecostal Church in St. Anthony from where the funeral was held on Monday, February 18th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliott officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
HILL, ABRAHAM
Passed away on February 8th, 2019 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 81 years. He Leaves to mourn, his Wife, Selma; Sons, Dwayne (Kathy), Derek (Melissa); Daughters, Dulcie (Gradon), Phoebe (Danik); Grandsons, Michael, Xavier; Granddaughters, Taylor, Andrea, Sophia, Ella, Audrey; Brother, Arthur; Sisters, Louise, and Doris as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his Parents, Jacob & Phoebe; Son, Dwight; Brothers, Frank, Clayton; Sisters, Gertie, Sybil, Mae, Ethel, and Violet. Visitation to be held at Calvary Pentecostal Church in Griquet at 2:00-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm, Tuesday February 12, Wednesday February 13, and Thursday February 14. Funeral to be held Friday February 15, 2019 at 2:00 pm weather permitting and provided immediate family arrive. Donations can be made to the Calvary Pentecostal Cemetery fund either at the church or sent to P.O. Box 40, St. Lunaire-Griquet, NL, A0K 2X0. Cheques can be made out to Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle.
STEVENS ISAAC JOHN
July 10, 1948 - February 11, 2019
Passed away February 11, 2019 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 70 years. He will always and forever Remembered with love by his family, spouse, Roberta; Children, David and Jimmy; Granddaughter Tynika; Siblings, Garfield (Irene), Mabel (Michael), Rose (Seward), Jock, Gorvin (Sandra) and Daphene (Ernest) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. John was predeceased by parents Isaac and Beatrice Stevens; Brothers, Arch and Earl; and Sisters, Sarah Fanny, Mary and Ivy. Visitation was held from the Savage Cove Anglican Church from where the funeral was held on Friday, February 15th, 2019 with Rev. Omar Reyes officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
HISCOCK, RAYMOND ELWOOD
On Feb. 09, 2019 at the S. J Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony NL, while surrounded by loving family, Mr. Raymond “Ray” Hiscock of Roddickton, NL, age 84 years completed his journey here on Earth and went home to be with his Lord and Saviour. Raymond was born on July 26th, 1934 to William and Olive Hiscock of Carbonear. Ray had many talents and was a hardworking tradesman. As a blaster, he worked on many roads and highways throughout NL and Labrador which helped connect communities and people. But more important, he was a proud husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be dearly missed. Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife and partner for 43 years, Merium. Daughters; Geraldine (Ron) of Brampton, and Roselle of Winnipeg. Sons; Deon, Jerome of St, Georges, Kerry of Mount Pearl, Brazil of Brampton, Gary of Fort McMurray, Jerry of Brampton, and Rene (Bette) of Sudbury. Sisters Roselle of Brampton and Olive of Toronto, and Ella of Carbonear. Brothers William (Florence) of Brampton, Cecil (Ruby) of Fergus ON, and Harold(Laura) of Carbonear. Also, a large circle of grand children, great grand children, nieces, nephews and relatives. Predeceased by his first wife Jenny, sons Brian and Bruce, and sisters Helen Penny and Nellie Cole.
The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers, and kindness. A special thanks to the nurses and doctors in the ICU at S. J. Curtis Memorial Hospital for all the support, kindness and professional care that they so generously provided. Also, a very special thanks to Pastor Brown whose presence was of utmost importance.
Visitation to be held at Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in Roddickton from where the funeral service will take place at 2:00 pm on Feb. 13th with Pastor Brown officiating. Internment followed at the Pentecostal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
COLES, COLLEEN
February 5, 1970 - February 1, 2019
Passed away February 1, 2019 at the age of 48 years. She is survived by her sons, Joshua and Andrew; Mother Sheila (Don); Brother Tony (Kim and Family) as well as a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her Father Lambert. Visitation was held from the Savage Cove Anglican Church from where the funeral was held on February 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Omar Reyes officiating. Inurnment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
GAULTON, SUSIE
March 2nd, 1935-January 27th, 2019
Passed away January 27th, 2019 from the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony at the age of 83. She is remembered with love by her family, including children Ivy, Ike (Olive); Grandchildren, Georgette (Martin), Sheena, Rain, Teagan; Sisters, Morvada (Garfield) and Family, Sarah and Family as well as a circle of extended family and friends. Susie was predeceased by her Husband Samuel; Son Melvin; Daughters Gloria and Alva, Parents Reuben and Elizabeth; and Son-in-law Dennis. Visitation was held from St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove from where the funeral was held on Thursday, January 31st, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Omar Reyes officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.
BOYD, GLORIA LORETTA MAE
January 24, 1947 – January 19, 2019
Gloria Loretta Mae Boyd (nee Bussey) passed peacefully away on January 19, 2019, at the age of 71 years. She leaves to mourn husband Don; sons Shawn Patey (Corinne), Ed Patey (Bev) and Joe Boyd (Shannon McGowan); granddaughters Hayley, Keavey and Avery; Great- grandson Harley; Step-daughter Melissa Christian (Daniel) and step-grandson Max; Brothers Anthony (Wanda), Garry (Gayle), George (Terry) and Junior; Sisters Edna Hillier, Sharon Roberts (Nelson), Pam Gray (Raymond). Step-sisters Jean Ollerhead (Herb Stone) and Karen Patey (Terry); Uncle Winston Burden (Vida); Aunts Madge Pynn (Joe), Minnie Rohan, Annie Hillier, Sylvia Pilgrim (Ronald) and Flossie Curlew (Freeman); Special niece and caregiver Pam Bussey and family; Special cousin Floyd Pilgrim (Wanda); Brother-in-laws and sisters-in-laws Rosalind Boyd, Eric Boyd (Jean), Dale Boyd (Shirley) and Roger Boyd (Lois) as well as a large circle of nephews and nieces. Gloria was predeceased by father Ralph Bussey, mother Florence (Burden) Patey, step-father Sidney Patey, step brother Ron Patey, aunt and uncle Edna and Wilbur Burt, aunts Cassie and Lottie, brother-in-law Bruce Hillier ,niece Peggy Hillier, nephew Greg Boyd; Father- in-law and mother-in-law Joe and Cecelia Boyd.
Visitation is to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony from Monday, January 21st, 2019 to Thursday, January 24th, 2019 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm daily. The funeral will be held from the United Church in St. Anthony on Friday, January 25th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with interment to follow in the St. Lunaire-Griquet United Cemetery.