WILLIAMS, GEORGE THOMAS

July 30, 1933 - December 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of the late George Thomas Williams announce his peaceful passing at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on December 1, 2023 in his 90th year.

He leaves to mourn his loving children: Darlene (Craig) O’Brien, Winsor (Sandra) Williams, Frances (Michael) Atkinson, Irene Williams, and George Williams; Grandchildren: Martina (Logan) Dredge, Santana (Damien) Short, Farrah (John) Schmict, Crystal Williams, Keegan Williams, and Jaxon Thompson; Great-grandchildren: Whitney, Mya, Kane, Nash, Kate, and Lily; Sisters: Gertie (Bruce) Pilgrim, Effie (Lou) Hedderson, Jean (Bob) Tucker, Louise Lessard; Brothers-in-law, Donald (Dulcie) Bailey, Stewart (Rowena) Bailey, Bill (Gwen) Bailey; Sisters-in-law: Sheila (Gideon) Genge and Rita Bailey.

He is predeceased by his wife: Mary Williams; Son: Curlene; Daughter: Dulcie; Parents: Clement and Gertrude Williams; Parents-in-law: Soloman and Phoebe Bailey; Brother: Roland (Winnie) Williams; Sisters: Dulcie (Kirby) Taylor, Jane (Archiable) Bailey, Eliza (Grant) Parrill, Sylvia Simon'; Sister-in-law: Irene (Wilga) Gibbons.

A heartfelt thankyou to all the wonderful and loving staff at the Ivy Durley Place in Flowers Cove for taking care of him for the last 8 years. It means the world to us. Also a big thank you to the staff at the Strait of Belle Isle Hospital in Flowers Cove and the staff at the Charles S. Curtis memorial Hospital in St. Anthony for the wonderful care for his last few days on Earth.

Visitation to take place from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove the evening of Sunday, December 3rd 2023. The family service will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023 at 7:00 pm. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 3:00 pm with Rev. Canon Terry Coates officiating. Interment to follow.

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

COOPER, GLADDIE

February 22, 1928 – December 1, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Gladdie Alexandra Cooper (nee Hodge) announce the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend at the age of 95 years.

Gladdie was born at home in Savage Cove in 1928, the first of five children. Following her adored mother’s passing in childbirth, 15-year-old Gladdie left school to care for her siblings. Shortly after, her family moved by dog sled to Main Brook, to be closer to relatives. There Gladdie met and married Thomas Cooper in 1947. They had two children before moving to St.Anthony in 1954.

Gladdie always held education in high regard. Once her family were raised, she continued her education by achieving her high school diploma in night school. Then she completed a correspondence certificate in practical nursing which would eventually lead her into a career in health care. She always encouraged her children and grandchildren in their studies, and celebrated their every accomplishment.

Rightly named, Gladdie had a beautiful smile and warm heart. She was a sincere and caring person who loved welcoming and supporting others. She began her career by serving her community as a friendly face of the several general retail stores on the East Side of St. Anthony. Later she transitioned to work at the IGA Dr. Charles S.Curtis Memorial Hospital as a switchboard operator. Her kind and engaging attitude made her a natural choice for on the job training as a dental assistant. In that role, she made many friends and happy memories, and brought reassurance to many dental patients (young and old) until she retired.

She had a deep commitment to her faith in God during her lifetime and was a dedicated member of the church. She was an active member of the ACW at St.Mary’s Church, St.Anthony for over 60 years.

The happiest times of her life were shared with her family and friends, particularly annual summer vacations in their truck camper and motor home. Gladdie treasured her memories of the people and places that brought so much joy to her life. She particularly enjoyed connecting with her cousins. Her family was of utmost importance to her, each one holding a special place in her heart.

Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of fond and loving memories are her daughter Rose (Arne Helgeland), son Kevin (Dora), grandchildren DeAnn Vincent (Fred), Dana Cooper (Ben), and Michael Cooper; great-grandchildren: Emily Vincent, and Liliane Cooper-LaChance as well as many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends, especially those living in the area who frequently visited Gladdie and supported her in the absence of her immediate family.

Gladdie was predeceased by her much-missed husband Thomas; her parents Philip Hodge and Rosanna Hodge (White); Siblings; Cora Cassidy (Reg), Dulcie Hancock (Willis), Bill Hodge (Mary), and Dan Hodge (Marie); In Laws, Wilfred Simms (Goldie), Cornelia Sweetland (Art), Cyril Cooper (Fanny), Harold Cooper (Effie), Joe Cooper (Annie), Lillian Sansford (Harry).

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the numerous healthcare professionals at Dr. Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital and the staff at Shirley’s Haven. Their expertise, compassion and patience will never be forgotten.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Monday, December 4, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-8:30 pm with family prayer taking place from 8:30-9 pm. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 11:00 am with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Mary’s Church at parishofstanthonynl@gmail.com.

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

GAULTON, REGINA RUBY

It is with immense sadness that the family announce the passing of their beloved Regina Gaulton
Left to mourn her passing are her children William and Leah (Austin) along with her mother Rita Gaulton and her siblings Johanne (Stedman) Hughes, Jeffery (Lynette) Gaulton, Lisa and Nat Jr. (Tracy) Gaulton, along with Nieces Dakota Gaulton and Kaya (Aiden) Gaulton, Nephews Jake (Sara) McMartin, Aaron Hughes, Xavier Brown, Austin Brown, Ayden (Haley) Hughes, Jericho Brown, Hunter Gaulton and her Partner Jon Hardy as well as numerous family friends and co workers at the St. Barbe Co-Op.
Regina Passed peacefully away in her home in Savage Cove on Nov. 26, 2023 in her 49th year.
She was predeceased by her father Nathaniel Gaulton Sr. and her Grandparents Blanche and John Quinlan and Dora and Androcles Hodge.

Visitation will be held Friday Afternoon December 1st at the Savage Cove Anglican Church and continuing to the Family service on Sunday December 3rd. The funeral service will take place at 2pm on Monday December 4th with Rev. Cannon Vernon Short Officiating. Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

CASEY, ROSE MARY

Passed away gracefully in St. John’s, NL on Thursday, November 22, 2023 with her loving family and several close friends at her side. Rose was born on January 12, 1927 in Conche, NL.

She was predeceased by her husband Thomas John (1931 - 1991), parents Joseph and Ellen (Kearney) Hunt; Parents-in-law Peter and Adell (Byrne) Casey; adoptive parents Mary (Hunt) and John Brown and their children Margaret (Elias), Mary Theresa (John), Johnnie and Mick; siblings Adelle Hunt, Margaret (Herbert Bromley), Rita (Leonard Abbott), Jack Hunt (Annie), Jim Hunt (Nell) and Edmond who had passed as a baby, William Hunt (Margaret); brothers-in-law Stephen Casey and Jim Casey; sisters-in-law, Annie Hunt, Evangeline Casey, Margaret Hunt, Anne Casey-Bromley and Mary Casey-Blanchard.

Left to celebrate her life are her children Gordon (Marian Coleman), Terry (Rosina O’Dell), Judy (Jerry Pulchan) and Theresa (Terry Foley). Her grandchildren Andrew (Erica), Michael (Jessica) and Katherine (Luke) Casey; Alexander Pulchan; Marc and Robyn (Nicole) Foley. Her great-grandchildren Jack, Thomas and Noa Casey; Nora and Wren Casey; Alyssa Carew and Colton Foley. Also left to sing her praises are her brothers-in-law Edward Blanchard, Edward Bromley and sister-in-law Loretta Casey and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mom had a large extended family and numerous lifelong friends in Conche, Corner Brook, L’Anse au Loup, Goulds and St. John’s, just to name a few, who will regale her stories for years to come.

A special thanks must be made to her very special friend Joan Woodrow who ensured mom took many shopping trips, played hands of cards and always had an unlimited supply of chocolate chip cookies. Joan read to her, sang her favorite tunes and prayed with her. Our family will always be grateful for Joan’s attention and the unconditional love she showed so unselfishly during her visits to Conche and then to Saint Luke’s Long Term Care Home when mom became a resident in December 2020.

Also special thanks to two of her many special Conche friends Patsy Hunt-McGrath and Alice Simmonds-Flynn and her three unofficially adopted sons Bert Bennett, Pat Pike and Gary Carroll.

Our love and gratitude will always be extended to the staff and residents of Saint Luke’s Home for their kindness, love, compassion and understanding to mom. Many of them from Trinity Square and Inglewood who visited her in her final hours. We were so impacted by their love for her.

Mom also spent time at the Labrador South Long Term Care Health Center located in Forteau, Labrador in 2020. We thank the many workers and visitors who made her time there comfortable during the early restrictions of COVID visiting.

Visitation will take place at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, St. John’s, November 24, from 2-8 p.m. and at the Sacred Heart Church in Conche on Monday, November 27 from 2-4 and wake service 7pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Conche on Tuesday, November 28 at 10:30 a.m., Co-Celebrants Father George Thotra and Father Edward Terry, followed by interment at the Conche Community Cemetery.

In lieu of Flowers and as expressions of sympathy, donations may be made via mail to the Sacred Heart Church Cemetery Fund, Conche, NL A0K 1Y0; or e-transfer to terrycfeild61@yahoo.ca [Official Tax Receipts will be issued.]

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Barrett’s Funeral home, St. John’s and Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony.

“If there is a way to figure out how to cheat at a hand of cards, bake a batch of bread and cook a ‘feed’ of salmon, star in a concert…under the watchful eye of the Good Lord…rest assured…Sweet Rose will find it.”

Though her smile is gone forever and her hand we cannot touch, we still have so many memories of the one we loved so much. Her memory is now our keepsake with which we’ll never part. God has her in good keeping, we have her in our hearts. Sadly Missed, but never forgotten.

Visitation to take place from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Conche on Monday, November 27, 2023. The funeral will be held at10:30 am on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 with Fr. George officiating. Interment to follow in the new Roman Catholic Cemetery.

WHITE, WALTER SR.

August 20, 1947-November 22, 2023

It was with great sadness that the family of the late Walter White Sr. announced is peaceful passing at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on November 22, 2023, in his 76th year.

He leaves to mourn his loving and devoted wife of 53 years Caroline. His Sons: Walter Jr (Jennifer) White, Marcus (Tonya) White and Daughter Nicole (Stephen) White; Granddaughters: Jemma (Chris) Gould, Jorden (Cole) White, Brittany (William) White and Stephanie Strickland; Grandsons: Brandon White (Shawna), Carter Applin and Jaxon Applin; Great-Great Grand Children: Lexie Hedderson, Clara Hedderson, Mia White, Jaxon Flynn, James White, Noah Gould, and Michael Strickland; Brothers: Twin Brother Thomas (Dulcie) White, Jacob White, Jim (Jessie) White, Marcus (Emelene) White; Sisters: Emily Whalen, Mariah Gould.

He is predeceased by: Parents: Emanuel and Virginia White, Parent-In-Laws: Frederick and Mathilda Williams; Brother: Raymond (Enid) Toope; Sister-In-Laws: Cinderella Toope, Pauline White and Brother-In-Laws: Wilson Toope, Nelson Whalen, and Carl Gould.

The family service will take place on Friday, November 24th, 2023, at 7:00 pm. The funeral will be held at St. Thomas’ Anglican Church in Sandy Cove on Saturday, November 25th, 2023, at 2:00 pm with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery in Savage Cove.

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

GENGE, AURELIA

Aurelia passed peacefully at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on November 15, 2023 in her 99th year.

Aurelia was born to Matthew and Selina Chambers of Bear Cove, one of 5 siblings. She lived a fulfilling life. However, in her late teens she was diagnosed with Tuberculosis and was hospitalized for many months in St. Anthony. After her discharge from the hospital she came to live with her sister, Dulcie in Flowers Cove.

Soon after returning to Flowers Cove she was employed as a sales clerk with Angus Genge where she worked for many years and fell in love with her Alabama Sweetheart, Garfield Genge.

They were married on August 5, 1958. Even though they had no children, they were blessed with many Nieces and Nephews whom they adored.

Aurelia was a lifetime member of the ACW and a chartered member of the Lioness’. She was dependable and very committed. Until the past year when her eyesight started to fail and other health issues came up, she attended regular Church Services as well. She loved to knit (her favourite past-time) and of course, cooking. Her macaroni and cheese was second to none! Bingo was the highlight of her week, socializing was very important to her.

She will always be remembered by Mary Ann (Polly) Forsey; Brothers-in-law: Henry (Alva), Harris (Barbara); Sister-in-laws: Julia, Ellen, Clara, Hazel; Special Nieces and Nephews, and many other relatives and friends.

She is predeceased by her Husband: Garfield; Parents: Matthew, and Selina; Parents-in-law: Henry and Dorcas Genge; Sister: Dulcie; Brothers: Hubert and Reginald; Special nephew: Howard; Sisters-in-law: Mary Ann, Joanna, Mary Ann (Polly), Marion, Lillian May, Constance; Brothers-in-law: Howard, Wilbert, William, Cosmo, Israel, Reginald, Adolpheus, Ronald, and Ross.

Thank you to the doctors and nurses of the 1st floor of the Curtis Hospital and to everyone who has helped in anyway, we are so appreciative of you all.

The family service will take place on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 8:00 pm. The funeral will be held at the St. Barnabas Anglican Church in Flower’s Cove on Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

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

BROWN, HENRY

April 22, 1938 - November 18, 2023

Passed away November 18, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony with his loving wife, Hazel by his side at 85 years of age.

Henry leaves to mourn his wife, Hazel (Nee Woodward); his children: Cyril (Jackie), Cora (Greg), Collette (Trent), Carrie (Barry), Clifford (Lisa), Claude (Tammy); Daughter-in-law: Gloria; Grandchildren: Tara, Nikki, Tyler, Shandi, Shawna, Kyla, Neko, Lily, and Valentino; Great-grandchildren: Clyde, Ella, Chase, Samuel, Carleigh, Quinn, Jonas, Jakaila, Jagger, and Harvey; Sister: Moram Diamond, as well as other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his son: Clyde; parents: Samuel and Leah Brown; brothers: Leonard, Edward, Harvey; and Sisters: Lucy Brown and Rita Pynn.

Visitation will take place from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Cooks Harbour beginning the afternoon of Monday, November 20, 2023. The family service will take place Monday evening at 7:00 pm. The funeral will take place at 2:00pm on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 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.

BAINES, GEORGE

January 28, 1959 - November 20, 2023

After a short, courageous battle with cancer, it is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we the family of George Baines share the sad new of his passing on November 20, 2023 at the age of 64. George passed in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by his loving family and friends as he had wished for.

George was born January 28, 1959 to Noah and Dorcas Baines of Reefs Harbour. George enjoyed spending time at the cabin and camping all around NL in is motorhome as well as spending time out in boat and fishing (which he did all his life). He enjoyed time with family and friends.

George will be forever remembered and sadly missed by his loving partner, Darlene; his son: Mitch; Stepsons: David (Brittney), Joshua; Granddaughter: Lindsay; Sisters: Effie (Baxter), Joy (Steve), Leah (Jeff); Brothers: Hubert (Lucy), Cyril (Theresa), John, Bob; Mother-in-law: Pauline Eddison; Brothers-in-law: Kenneth and Darrell Eddison; a large number of nieces, nephews, and a large circle of extended family and friends.

George was predeceased by his parents: Noah and Dorcas Baines; Sisters: Vonnie and Jill; and Brothers: Pierce, Noah, and Ivan.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Mina and all the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff of Labrador-Grenfell Health, Dr. Holmes, Dr. Ahmad, and Tracey House NP.

Cremation has taken place, a funeral and burial date will be announced at a later time.

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

POWELL, MARY ELLEN

January 7, 1937- November 18, 2023

Passed peacefully away at the John M. Gray Center on November 18, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born January 7, 1937 to Johanna and Peter Dempsey in Grandois, NL. She moved to Goose Cove at a young age. It was there she met and married the love of her life, Hedley Powell. They were married on November 10, 1954 and together raised 9 children. Mary was a devoted, loving mother who always put her family above everything and ensured they never wanted for anything.

She leaves to mourn with broken hearts her children: Marie, Norm, Phyllis, Judy (Clyde), Patricia (John), Olive (Chris), Marina (Mike), Roxanne (Darrell), and Derek (Bonnie); Grandchildren: Shelley (Melissa), Audrey, Sarah (Dirk), Jorden, Denata (Shaun), Jesse, Alysha (Dean), Alex, Anika (Dan), Adam (Deana), Patrick (Alicia), Andrew (Alison), DJ (Rebecca), Johanna (John), Emily, and Sam; Great-grandchildren: Tyler, Caleb, Calleigh, Emilia, Riley, Clinton, Jesse, Jorja, Oliver, Owen, Jacob, Jensen, Lexa, Avery, Emery, and Meredith; Sister: Alice; Brother: Peter as well as many extended family.

She was predeceased by her parents: Johanna and Peter; husband: Hedley; son-in-law: Wilf; grandson: Christopher; great-granddaughter: Willow; sister: Mary; and brothers: Vergus and Gary.

Her family would like to extend a sincere thank-you to the staff of the John M Gray Center for caring for her in her final years. A special thank-you to Virg Gibbons for helping make a very difficult time more bearable. All your kindness and care will never be forgotten.

Visitation will take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-8:30 pm to be followed by family prayer from 8:30-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Monday, November 20, 2023 from the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove at 11:00 am with Fr. George officiating. Cremation will follow with a burial service to be announced at a later date.

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

REARDON, DONALD ALBERT

December 31, 1952 - October 31, 2023

Donald Albert Reardon passed away peacefully at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s on October 31, 2023 in his 70th year.

Don was a hard worker who fished for all his life from a very young age. He loved the simple things; his family, music, his gardens, his cat DW, and his beautiful home of Sou West. He was dearly loved and will be missed for eternity.

He leaves to mourn, his wife, Bridget; Daughter: Victoria (Tim); Sons: Colin (Ayala), Cory (Alex), Randy (Melanie); Grandchildren: Dawn, Dillyn, Dominick, Daniel, Jenna, Chloe, Alexis, Michael, Jeremy; Great-grandchild: Damien; Siblings: Jack (Emma), Cassie (Ross), Bridget, Nell, Linda (Craig) and his brother and best buddy- Wins; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents: Maurice and Jenette Reardon; Sisters: Caroline, Diane, and Anastasia; and Brother: Cyril.

Visitation will take place from Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church in Croque on Saturday, November 4 and Sunday, November 5, 2023. A Rosary and Remembrance will be held at the Church on Sunday, November 5 at 7:00 pm with the funeral service to take place on Monday, November 6, 2023 at 11:00 am with Fr. George officiating. Interment to follow.

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