HISCOCK, JASON MARUCE

December 14, 1977 - March 6, 2022

Passed away March 6, 2022 at the age of 44 years.
Jason was born December 14, 1977 to Gordon and Lucy Hiscock in St. Anthony, NL. Jason worked with the Canadian Coast Guard. Some of his favourite pastimes were ice fishing, campfires, ski-dooing, and being with family and friends.
He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his Mother, Lucy; Sons, Hunter and Ryder; Brother, Kevin; Sisters, Maxine and Nadine as well as a large circle of relatives and friends.
Jason is predeceased by his father, Gordon Hiscock.
Visitation took place from the Apostolic Faith Church from where the funeral service took place on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 2:00pm with Pastor Michael Ivany officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

POOLE, THOMAS JAMES

Thomas J. Poole was born on September 15th, 1930 to Fredrick and Emma Poole.

He Leaves to mourn his children Cora (Gordon), Bernice (Frank), Victor (Christine), Bessie (Chad), Shawn (Wendy), and Ethel (Pleman). His grandchildren Effie, Dean, Vince, Pauline, Kent, Stacey, Laura, Natalie, Krista, Karla, Ashley, Danny, Nicole, Michelle, Lisa and Cole. His great-grandchildren Danielle, Courtney, Kyle, Shayla, Megan, Alysha, Alana, Taylor, Hannah, Cali, Nathan, Leah, Benjamin, Jack, Ryder, Maddison, Georgia, Bentley and Elsie-Mae. His great-great-grandchildren Logan and Dayna. His sister Ethel (Wilfred), many nieces, nephews and friends.

Tom is predeceased by his wife Elsie, 2 sons Carl and Wallace. 6 brothers Nelson, Earl, Norm, Paul, William and Llewllyn. Two sisters Florence and Shirley. Parents Fredrick and Emma. 

Tom met and married the love of his life Elsie Burden on December 27th, 1956. Together they raised eight children. Tom was a hard worker who did the best to provide for his family. Tom had his trials in life when he lost his 23 year old son to a motorcycle accident  in 1984. In 1992 he lost a second son, age 30, in a drowning accident, along with his brother, age 59. Then in September 1999 he lost his wife, age 60. All the tragedies made him stronger, he never gave up and stayed strong to the end.

Rest in peace. 

Visitation began on March 14th, 2022 and will continue till the service at a local meeting place (time of which will be announced) With Rev. Jennifer Rumbolt Officiating. Funeral Arrangements were Entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director

DEMPSTER, CURTIS CLAUDE

May 19, 1944 - March 6, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Claude Dempster announce his passing on March 6th, 2022 at the Health Sciences Center in St. Johns.

Claude was born on May 19, 1944 to John and Amy Dempster in Flower’s Cove. He married his love, Mary White on April 18th, 1968 and together they raised 3 wonderful sons and were blessed with 4 grandchildren. During the course of his life Claude had many careers in many locations with his most recent being on the water hauling lobsters in his fishing boat. His favorite places to be were on the water, in the woods and with his family. Claude was a hard working, busy man and could most often be found working on his wharf, in his sheds or on various carpentry projects in his home, cabin or sons homes in Alberta. Claude loved to laugh, joke, enjoy life and was known to tell a tale or two when presented with the opportunity. He had a wonderful sense of humor. He made a lasting impression, was loved and put a smile on the faces of all who knew him. He leaves to mourn and will be greatly missed by his wife Mary, sons Claude (Lisa), Toby and Raymond (Melissa); grandchildren Nicholas, Jordan, Trinity and Kiana.

He is survived by his brothers Clyde (June), Don (Cicely) and Harold and sister Katherine; Sister in laws Hazel, Beulah and Yvonne; Brother in law John and special niece DeeDee (Steve, Kaiden, Konnor and Kenzie) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents John and Amy; brothers Anthony (Sara May) and Gord; sister Millie (Clarence); brother in law Ethel Bert; brother in laws Ralph, Sterling, Stedman, Ross and Stewart; sister in laws Sybil, Clara and Vina and parent in laws Raymond and Clarissa White

Visitation to take place from the St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Flowers Cove, the funeral will take place on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 2:00 pm. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

COMPTON, CLUNEY DALTON

January 10, 1932 - March 7, 2022

It is with great sadness the family of Cluney Dalton Compton announce his passing on March 7, 2022 at Charles S. Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL. At the age of 90 years old, Cluney was a man of God and faithful to the end.

Leaving to mourn with fond and loving memories are: wife Emma of 67 years; Children: Garry (Delores), Ross (Marilyn), Patsy, Rick (Debbie), Boyd, Elaine (Ron), Deanna (Dale), Danny (Angie); Siblings: Joy Billard and Miriam Fillier; Grandchildren: Candace, Nolan, Joey, Russell, Travis, Aaron, Trevor, Terri, Jaylin, Jonathan, Donna, Danielle and Dylan; Great-grandchildren: Liam and Brady; Special friends Anne Randell and Mae Curlew.

Cluney spent most of his adult life as a refrigeration engineer at the fish plant in Englee, NL. He was a man of many skills which included carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanics. There was not a tool he did not have and spent hours doing volunteer work for his family, friends and neighbours. He had unwavered dedication to his wife and family. He was committed to providing for them until the very end. His kindness, patience and quiet disposition will be remembered by all who knew him.

The family would like to thank everyone who has helped celebrate and remember Cluney’s life. A special thanks to the hospital staff who took care of Cluney in his last days who he spoke so highly of.
In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the Janeway in Cluney’s memory.

Visitation by the public will be held Wednesday March 9, 2922 at the Faith Pentecostal Church in Englee from 6:30-8:30pm. A private funeral service will be held on Thursday March 10, 2022 at 2:00pm at the Faith Pentecostal Church in Englee, NL with Pastor Paddock officiating. The service will be available by live feed for those unable to attend. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

CAMPBELL, BESSIE CAROLINE (nee Decker)

April 11, 1940 - March 5, 2022

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Bessie Campbell (nee: Decker) announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, March 5th, 2022 at the age of 81 years. Bessie was born in Cook’s Harbour, NL on April 11th, 1940 to proud parents Garland and Dorcas (nee: Downer) Decker where she was lovingly raised with her siblings. On February 3rd, 1959, she married the love of her life, Seymour Campbell and together they raised 7 children.

Bessie will be remembered fondly as a hardworking devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She always welcomed family and friends into her home with open arms whether for a cup of tea, a meal, a chat, a friendly game of cards, a song or a dance. Her beautiful smile will live on in the hearts of many.

Left to mourn with cherished memories are her husband - Seymour, daughters - Elaine (Rick), Karen (Johnny), Bernette (Kayward), Maxine (Dave), Betty (Ken), Deanne (Jeremy), son - Jamie and ex son-in-law Brian. Grandchildren: Justin, Craig, Ashley, Tiffany, Marty, Nadina, Kaylauna, Melissa, Kelly, Mark, Kane, Paige, Tessa, Damien, and Olivia. Great Grandchildren: Siera, Braden, Breah, Kylen, Kira, and Karley as well as a large circle of extended family and close friends.

Greeting her at the gates of heaven are her parents: Garland and Dorcas; siblings Reginald Decker, Maxwell Decker, Margaret Pynn, Myrtle Elliott, Dorothy Anderson, Douglas Decker, Harold Decker, baby Lloyd, Maxine Sandell and Gary Decker and her son-in-laws: Roy Kelloway and Martin Larkin.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to everyone who has reached out in any and all ways. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Visitation to take place from the Anglican Church in Cooks Harbour on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 2-9 pm with the funeral service taking place on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00 am with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony, NL.

COLES, WINSTON

February 11, 1944 - February 25, 2022

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Winston Coles announce his passing at the John M Gray Centre in St. Anthony, NL on the morning of February 25, 2022 at the age of 78 years. Winston was a kind and proud family man, a loving and devoted husband, an absolutely amazing father and grandfather. He was most happiest when he was surrounded by his family, friends, children and four legged friends and if it was Christmas time all the more better.

Leaving to mourn with cherished memories as his wife Eileen; Daughter Rhonda; Son, Kirby Jr. (Julie); Granddaughter, Jessica (Sandi); Grandson, Luke; Sister, Vernita (Coy), and a huge circle of family and friends.

He was predeceased by his parents Leslie Sr. and Edna Coles; Twin Sister, Clementina; Sisters, Thamsie, Millie and Judy; Brothers, Stedman Sr., Gerald Sr and Kirby Sr.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to his special Home Care Providers, the staff of John M Gray Centre, everyone who has reached out in any and all ways. Your kindness will not be forgotten.

Visitation and Funeral Services to be announced. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.

BAINES, MARY EVELYN (Nee Coombs)

March 27, 1933 - February 10, 2022

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at John M Gray Centre, St. Anthony on February 10th, 2022. Mrs. Mary Evelyn Baines of Shoal Cove West at the age of 88 years. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Roland and son Hank, parents John and Elizabeth (Genge), brothers Lambert, Israel and Leslie and sister Nellie White. Leaving to mourn with cherished memories, her daughters, Beulah Gibbons (Dwight) and Holly Baines (Derrick); son Michael; granddaughters, SheriLee Chambers (Borje) and Jean McGrath (Scott); great grandchildren Michael Chambers, Jonathan Chambers, Cora McGrath and Abraham McGrath; great nephew Lorne Coombs; and a large circle of relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and Interment will take place at a later date. Funeral Services entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton. Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

HANCOCK, MARIE BETTY

June 22, 1934 - February 16, 2022

Betty, Marie Hancock was born on June 22nd, 1934 to Thomas and Elsie Decker of Roddickton, NL. Also born into that family were her five sisters: Shirley, Maunda, Sybil, Joyce, and Beverly also three brothers Gordon, Donald and Ricky.

Marie started teaching at the age of eighteen years. She then met and married the love of her life, Fred Hancock on June 22, 1953. She taught school until she started her family and then took on her most important role, being a mother to her six children: Sandra, Debbie, Mark, Greg, David & Gayle.

In addition to raising a family she operated a small grocery store. Upon retiring from her store, she went to work with her good friend Grace Brophy at her store.

Her Church family was very important to her. She gave her heart to the Lord in 1958. From then on she devoted her life to the Lord and her church family. She was faithful to attend Church, Sunday school, Youth meetings, Ladies group and any other Church functions.

On February 16, 2022, she was called away to receive her Heavenly reward.

She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her Husband, Fred Clyde Hancock; Sons, Mark (Valerie) Hancock, Greg (Theresa) Hancock; David (Valerie) Hancock; Daughters, Sandra (Ray) Newman, Debbie (Ron) McCully; Gayle (Danny) Randell; Brothers, Rick (Ena) Decker; Sisters, Shirley (Fred) Saunders, Maunda (Cyril) Jones, Sybil (Vincent) Hurwitz, Koyce Harvie, Beverly (John) McGreevy; Sister-in-Law, Violet Decker as well as 10 Grandchildren and 18 Great-Grandchildren and a large circle of relatives and friends.

Marie was pre-deceased by her parents -Thomas and Elsie Decker and two brothers Gordon and Donald.

Visitation to take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton from where the funeral service will take place on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.

HUMBY, ELI GEORGE

December 2, 1931 - February 13, 2022

Eli George Humby, known as George Humby, was born on December 2nd, 1931, in St. Lunaire - Griquet, to Edward and Jessie Humby. They moved to Roddickton in the early 1950’s, so his father could work in the woods for a lumber company. At a young age he started working in the woods for Bowater Pulp and Paper as a wood cutter. After working in the woods for about 10 years he started a small general store for the area. He then ventured to Goose Bay with his good friend Earl Pilgrim to work on the military base driving forklift. His desire was to move back to Roddickton so after a few years they moved back, and he started Imperial oil which he operated for 34 years.

While still running the oil business he started his own lumber business “Northern Lumber Company” where he employed 419 men from the area. In 1985 he started a general store in town known as E.G Humby and Sons. This store sadly burned after only 5 years in business, but they relocated to a new location which they ran until 1997. He was always concerned about local jobs and went to great lengths to create jobs in the local area. In retirement he was always around to help his three sons out in any way he could. He enjoyed spending time with his family and good chats with his friends at the coffee shop. In 1960 he married Alma Lillian Harris and they had three sons, Paul, Peter & Perrin. They were also blessed with eight (8) grandchildren and six (6) great-grandchildren. George’s greatest pleasure was to give to others as God blessed him. George blessed many people that only God knew about.

He leaves to mourn, his Wife, Alma Lillian (Harris); Children, Paul (Elaine), Peter (Irena), Perrin (Renee); Grandchildren, Kenneth (Shea), Kandace (Jason Schroeder), Daniel, Maria, George, David, Cody and Connor; Great Grandchildren, Jackson, Lincoln, Katie, Lillie, Mia, Ivey; Siblings, Emma (Cluney), Alfred Leonard (Hazel). George also leaves to mourn a large circle of family and friends.

He is predeceased by his Parents; Edward (Sr) & Jessie (Adams) Humby; Brothers, Edward (Jr), Herbert, Maxwell; Sisters, Susie (Hancock), Ella (Gill), Olive (Rose), Bernetta (Canning).

Public visitation will be held at the Pentecostal Church in Roddickton form 6-9 pm on Wednesday, February 16th, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm on February 17th 2022 with Pastor Paddock officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

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.