December 1, 1945 – May 27, 2019Passed away on May 27th at the Palliative Care Unit of Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook, Jeanette Irene Taylor of Gunner’s Cove. She was born at Forteau, Labrador on December 1st, 1945. With the passing of her father two years later she, along with most of her family, moved to Pilley’s Island, Green Bay. In her teenage years she migrated back to Point Amour, Labrador where she worked “in-service” to the family of the late John Earle (light keeper). While working as a Bell Telephone operator at Levi Normore’s in Lanse-au-Loup she met and married Leonard Taylor. They had two children. She had an abiding love of the outdoors with almost daily excursions walking, hiking, snowshoeing, skiing and berry-picking. She loved her woodpile, her shed, her axe, cleaver and wood-splitter and dearly loved her wood stove. She was a political junkie whose stripe was born out of her brother’s treatment during the loggers strike of the Smallwood era; she was a hopeless Toronto Maple Leafs fan though it was difficult when they played Sidney Crosby and the Penguins; and she had an insatiable appetite for current affairs, feeding a very opinionated mind. Anyone who passed through Gunner’s Cove in the winter can attest that she was a wonderful hand to clear snow though a bit rough on snowblowers and shovels. She had four grandchildren and three great- grandchildren and her love for them was the source of immense pride. She brought a resolve and determination to all aspects of her life and though often lonely after the passing of Leonard, she found solace in doing something to “keep the devil out of my mind” as she would say. That resolve and determination carried her through the past few debilitating months of her life with a rare grace. She leaves to mourn Son Trevor (Udlu) and Daughter Trudy (Michael); Grandchildren Ian (Lindsay), Nicolas, Emily and Jonathan; Great Grandchildren Kate, Leo and Julie; Sisters Grace Hancock, Thelma Furey, Nellie Batstone, Jessie Roberts (Reg); Brother Gordon (Rose); Special Friends Louise, Grace, Leona, Rick, Max, Gladys, Bill and Mabel and a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by husband Leonard; Parents Delbert and Emily Roberts; Brothers Ralph & Jack; Sisters Clarissa and Flossie and dear friend Ethel Hedderson (mudder). Visitation was held from the Central United Church at Quirpon Branch on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 11:00 am with Rev. Gus Pendleton officiating. Interment followed in the Quirpon Community Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
GIBBONS, JUDY
1925-2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Judy Gibbons of Plum Point on May 23rd at Caribou Memorial Veterans' Pavilion in St. John's.
Judy will be sadly missed by her children John (Ivy), Rose (Frank) Boyle, Dwight (Beulah), Genevieve (Rod Caines), Abraham (former daughter-in-law Sherry Hounsell), her grandchildren SheriLee (Borje) Chambers, Janessa (Stephen) Kerr, Sarah Caines (Kevin O'Shea), Jean (Scott) McGrath, David Boyle, Andrew Caines, John Gibbons, and great-grandchildren Michael, Jonathan and Cora. Her kindness, ever-ready smile and quirky humour will be remembered by all.
Judy was the daughter of Frank and Sarah (Hoddinott) Samson. She was predeceased by her loving husband Abraham (Abe) in 2003, and siblings Chesley (Kirsty), Garland (Caroline), Alma, Roseannah (George) Chambers, Daisy (Allan) Saunders, Joyce Coombs, Grace (Stewart) Taylor, Julian (Bride). She is survived by her sister Bertha (Gerald) Payne of Corner Brook, sisters-in-law Jane (James) Toope, Gladys (Roy) Gibbons, Virginia (James) Gibbons and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Family always came first. Her devotion, moral compass and strength of character were exemplary. Even through the toughest challenges, her kind, nurturing manner and her deep love of family persisted. Judy had an enormous appreciation of life and all living things. An avid gardener and an enthusiastic berry-picker, she enjoyed every moment in nature.
Heartfelt thanks are extended to Judy's caregivers at Caribou Memorial Veterans Pavilion. We are so grateful for the love and exceptional care that was provided.
Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, May 28, at the Anglican Church of the Advent in Plum Point, and there will be a Family Service at 7:00 pm. The funeral is scheduled for 11:00 am on Wednesday, May 29, followed by the burial at Pond Cove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Judy to the Church of the Advent, P. O. Box 75, Plum Point, NL A0K 4A0. Online condolences may be made through Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony, NL.
KEEFE, JAMES DORMAN
January 21, 1954 – May 24, 2019
Passed on May 24th, 2019 at the age of 65 years. He leaves to cherish memoires, his Brothers; Wesley (Marilyn) Keefe, Bob (Iris) Keefe, Grant (Mae) Keefe, Lomond (Beryl) Keefe; Sisters, Beatrice Gear, Nancy (Richard) Shulek, Celeste (Bryan) White, Florence (George) Canning as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. Visitation was held from the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee from where the funeral was held on Monday, May 27th, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor George Burton officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
TOOPE, JAMES BARRETT
Passed away May 18th, 2019 at the age of 54, Mr. James B. Toope of Bird Cove nl. Left to mourn with loving memories are his Wife Yvonne, children Dylan and Janaya, mother Jane Toope, brothers Roy (Rhoda), Andrew (Flora), Reg (Kathy) and Whyman Mitchelmore Sr. (brother in law), Sisters Rachael (Steve), Judy (Tom), Eileen (Sterling), Beulah (Joe), Dorcas (Dan) and Jackie (Derick), In Laws Pius (Jessie), Maxine (Don), Jim, Patsy, Maxwell (Pauline), Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and a large circle of family and friends. James was predeceased by his father James Toope Sr., Sister Minnie Mitchelmore, Nephews Wayne Mitchelmore and Roy Toope Jr., in-laws Pius and Melina Gould and brother in law Jesse Gibbons. Visitation is being held at the Church of The Advent in Plum Point form Friday May 24, 2019, until the Funeral Service on Sunday, May 26th at 11:00am with Rev. Jennifer Renouf officiating, Funeral Arrangements where entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard funeral director.
ELMS, PANSY
Passed peacefully away at John M. Gray Centre, in her 86th year, Pansy (Smith) Elms. Predeceased by her loving husband Ross, sister Sadie, and brother Allan. Leaving to mourn her son Ford and a large circle of family and friends. Resting at Fillatre’s funeral home St. Anthony. Visitation Friday May 24 at Fillatre’s 2-4 PM, family service at 7 PM. The Funeral service will take place at St. Mary’s Anglican church at 2:00pm on Saturday May 25th 2019, Interment to follow at the church cemetery. Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral director.
FILLIER, HARDY NELSON
September 10, 1949 – May 9, 2019
Hardy Fillier was born in Englee September 10, 1949 to Rhoda and Hubert Fillier. On June 20, 1974 he married Patsy Hiscosk. Hardy worked on the plant for any years as well as in P.E.I. as a farmer for many years. He loved his grandchildren and they enjoyed him, he also loved going to men’s fellowship camp as well as going to church with his grandchildren. On Thursday, May 9, 2019 Hardy passed away surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his Wife Patsy; Children, Petrina (Darren), Preston (Bonnie), Prenell (Rachel), Philip (Ashley); grandchildren, Zackery, Selena, Carnell, Hope, Mackenzie, Makayla; Mother, Rhoda Fillier; Sister, Joan (George); Brothers, Edwin (Lily), Varrick (Pansy); Brothers-in-law, Terry (Bonnie), Larry (Mo), Wade (Susie), Eugene (Donna), Bert (Kimberly); Mother-in-law, Rowena Hopkins; best friend David Simms as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. Hardy was predeceased by his father Hubert; brothers Lemond, Harold; sister-in-law Ivy; father in law Percy Hopkins as well as his 2 grandchildren. Visitation was held from the Salvation Army Church in Englee from where the funeral took place on May 13, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Majors Wilfred and Wavey Simms officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
COMPTON, ELWYN
August 3, 1938 – May 6, 2019
Elwyn, was born on August 3rd, 1938 to Mark and Evangeline (Pilgrim) Compton of St. Lunaire. He met and married Beatrice (Rose) of Great Brehat on February 16th, 1962. Together, they raised four children, three sons and one daughter. He loved life and loved to spend it with his family and friends. He was well respected in his community, he’d do anything for anyone. He was also known for his sense of humour, you didn’t know what he was going to say, but whatever he said, it was sure to make you laugh. He was also faithful to his church and most of all his Lord and Saviour whom he loved and served for many years. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. He leaves to mourn with a lifetime of memories, his wife Beatrice (Rose) Compton; Children, Pascoe (Trudy), Peter (Angela), Andrew, Prudi; Granddaughter Allison; Sisters, Lucy (Everett) Earle; Brothers, Harvey (Lizzie), Ralph (Evelyn), as well as a circle of extended family, friends, and his church family. Elwyn was predeceased by his Parents, Mark and Evangeline Compton; Brother Freeman; Sister Winnie Ings; Half Brother Jabez; Half Sisters Carrie Curlew, and Jessie Simms. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Faith Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the Homegoing Service took place on Thursday, May 9th, 2019 at 2:00pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
NEWMAN, GARFIELD GILBERT
May 15, 1946 - April 25, 2019
Garfield Newman was born in Great Harbour Deep on May 15, 1946 to Catherine and George Newman. He lived there until they resettled to Englee where he went to school and then on to University where he became a teacher. On November 14, 1975 he married Frances Compton and they settled in Englee where Garfield continued to teach and they raised their family. In March of 1997 he retired from teaching after a 30 year career. Garf enjoyed his retirement working in his garden taking drives and meeting with his friends. He loved and enjoyed his grandchildren and they enjoyed him. Garf became sick this past Fall and entered hospital three weeks ago. He passed peacefully away on the evening of Thursday, April 25, 2019 surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife Frances, children Lois (Sheldon), Danielle (Barry), Kelly (Steven) and Tyrone (Mandy) as well as his grandchildren Kyle, Dillon, Christopher, Deacon and Katie. He is also survived by his sister Verna (Wayne) as well as his nieces, nephews, sister in law Bernetta Newman, and many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents George and Catherine Newman as well as his brother Robert. He will be sadly missed. Visitation will be held from The United Church in Englee on Saturday, April 27, 2019 and Sunday, April 28, 2019 with the funeral taking place on Monday, April 29, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Rev. John McGonigle. Interment to follow.
GENGE, HAZEL
December 5, 1941 – April 22, 2019
Passed away April 22, 2019 at the Health Science Center in St. Johns at the age of 77 years. She is remembered with love by her family and leaves to mourn with loving memories her Husband of 58 years, Isaac; Children, Juanita (Everett), Eleazor, Gerald (Maunda), Janette (Scott), Ike (Tammy); Grandchildren, Sonya (Donnie), Holly (Pelle), Dylan (Megan), Blayne (Courtney), Stacie (Trav), Richinez, Jolease, Keisha, Logan (Kaitlvn); Great Grandchildren, Annika, Mila, Ashton, Finnley, Caylee, Denver; Sisters and Brothers, Lavenia, Wilfred, Vivian, Winston (Berniece), Gloria (Robin), Stella (Clayton), Rowena (ken), Jim (Betty), Helena (Melvin) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. Hazel was pre-deceased by her Parents William and Kathleen, Sisters Annastasha & Juanita, Mother and Father-in-law, Abraham & Alice and Godchild Patrina. Visitation was held from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Anchor Point on April 26, 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.
COOMBS, JOSEPH
May 21, 1933 - April 19, 2019
Passed away April 19th, 2019 at the age of 85 years. Joe Coombs will always be remembered by Brothers, Jim (Lillian), Gerald (Masie), Henry; Sister in Law, Valma; Nieces & Nephews, Eliza (Roy), Ben (Anita), Bradley (Lorraine), Blaine (Kristen), Rodney (Rachel), Evelyn & Minnie (Marcel); Great Nieces & Nephews, Sidney, Sarah, Alex, Angela (Chris), Geoff, Nathaniel, Shelley, Ryan, Joe & Bradly as well as a circle of friends. Joe was predeceased by his parents, Benjamin Coombs & Minnie (Hughes) as well as Sister in Law, Myrtle Coombs. Visitation was held from the Church of the Advent Anglican Church in Flowers Cove from where the funeral was held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 11:00 am with Rev. Jennifer Renouf officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.