WILCOX, VIOLA

Mrs. Viola Flossie Wilcox of Roddickton, NL. She was born in Hampton, NL on August 3, 1931 to Walter and Matilda Fillier. She has three brothers: Ralph (deceased), Kenneth (deceased) and Jerry (Ontario); four sisters: Bessie (deceased), Elma (deceased), Sylvia (deceased), and Ella (La Scie, NL).

It was on August 26, 1950, she married the love of her life Harvey John Wilcox at Wild Cove, Canada Bay, NL. Shortly after, they moved to Roddickton where she raised her family of three sons: Raymond (deceased), Winston, and Leander; four daughters: Priscilla, Ruby (deceased), Belinda, and Angela.

She was a very family person who loved to bake, knit, especially knitting quilts. In her earlier years, she did work at the Englee fish plant. She learned how to make bread when she was ten years old. She became a Christian in 1958 and faithfully served the Lord thereafter.

It was on October 25, 2024 at 12:30 PM she passed from this life to reap her heavenly reward. Left to share and cherish her memories are her

Two sons: Winston (Judy) – Roddickton

Leander - Roddickton

Three daughters: Priscilla McGee - Florida, USA,

Belinda (Kirby) Newman – Englee

Angela (Hank) Dean – Roddickton

Brother: Jerry Fillier (Ontario)

Sister: Ella (Lewis) Andrews (La Scie, NL)

19 Grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

 

Funeral service to be held at the Apostolic Faith Church, Roddickton on October 30th at 11 am

Officiating – Rev. Rene S. Cassell

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CARROLL, ELIZABETH MARY

Elizabeth Mary Carroll (Hancock) passed peacefully away at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital on Oct 24/24 at the age of 82. She was a loving mom to her 6 children, a heart of gold. Left to mourn her children Anita, Joe(Terry Lyn), Agnes(Austin), Calvin(Frances), Todd(Rhonda), Beverly. 11 grandchildren Denata(Shaun), Victoria(Nicholas), Gregory(Nicole), Alexander(Megan), Jesse, Shawn(Elizabeth), Olivia(Ravii), Jonathon(Hannah) Brandon, Shannon. 5 great grand children, sister Theresa Reardon, brother Phillip ( Gail), brother in law Guy Howell, special friend Frances Lewis. Predeceased by her mom and dad Agnes and Joseph Hancock, brother John and sister Margaret Howell, brother in law Ed Reardon.

Thank you to the staff Charles Curtis Hospital for the wonderful care and love ye gave our mom this pass 5 months, ye are angels, also staff of Shirley’s Haven for the last 15 years there, she dearly loved it there, and the staff.

Viewing Oct 26 2-4 & 7-9

Oct 27 2-4, family service 7 pm

Funeral Monday Oct 28/24 11:00 am Immaculate Conception Church in Goose Cove NL, burial will follow at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Goose Cove.

PARRILL, ELIZA

March 17, 1942 - October 20, 2024

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our Mom/Nan at the Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony, on Sunday October 20th at the age of 82.

She will be missed by her Children: Shirley (Barry), Ward (Celia), Ruby (Ed), Jarvis; Grandchildren: Sabrina, Pamela (Cory), Pierrette (Murray), Tamara (Steve), Nathan (Penney), Kendra (Greg), Belle (Nathan); Great grandchildren: Keegan (Theresa), Kylan (Kanisha), Kaine, Kaci Rae, Kai, Reid, Bella and Orion.

She is also survived by her 2 sisters: Nellie Parrill and Emily Patey; Sisters-in-law: Esther Elliott and Naomi Mitchelmore.

Eliza is predeceased by her husband: John; Daughter: Rhonda; Son: Elvis; Her parents: Austin and Evangeline Mitchelmore; Sister: Cora; Brothers: Reginald (Mary), Curtis Mitchelmore; Brother-in-laws: Ethelbert (Kitty), Ivany (Rita), Doug (Virtue), Norman Parrill and Herb Patey; and Sister in law: Frances (John).

The family would like to thank the staff at Ivy Durley Place, Flowers Cove Health Center and Curtis Memorial Hospital for the exceptional care and compassion shown to our Mom/Nan over the past few months. Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Visitation will take place at St. Andrew's Church, Lower Cove beginning the evening of Tuesday October 22, 2024. The family service will take place on Wednesday, October 23rd at 7pm. The funeral service will take place on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

FLYNN, MARIE MARY

November 25, 1940 - October 23, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beautiful mother at Curtis Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at the age of 83.

She will be greatly missed by her children: Marina (Ron), Margaret (Dave), Josephine (Len), Stephen Jr. (Eileen), Cynthia (Paul), Alicia (Babatope), Phyllis (Tino), Clyde (Stephanie), and Danny (Deanna).

She is survived by her loving brothers and sisters: Steve (Judy), Josephine (Herb), Gerald (Doris), Frank (Evelyn), Imelda (Don), Pat (Clara), Anne (Steve), Christine (Jerome), Clara (Randy), Dan (Sheila), as well as a very large number of Grandchildren, Greatgrandchildren, who will forever miss her kisses, and many friends.

Marie is predeceased by Parents; Daniel and Margaret Carroll, her loving Husband: Stephen Flynn; Son: Clyde Daniel Flynn; Daughter: Juanita Flynn; brother: Lawrence Carroll; Companion: Leamond Fillier; and Grandsons: Andy Whiteway, Coady Dempsey, and Shane Flynn.

The family would like to send a special thanks to Marg, Cynthia, and Jose for providing care and love to our mom in her last years. As well, a special thanks to the kind and caring staff of the Curtis Memorial Hospital for the awesome care and compassion shown to our mom and us.

Donations of flowers are graciously accepted as she loved them.

Cremation to take place with visitation and funeral details to be announced.

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

COMPTON, MARY HELLEN

Mary Hellen Compton (nee Colbourne) of Roddickton passed away October 7, 2024, age 74, at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony surrounded by family.

Mary was a lifelong member of the John Wesley United Church of Roddickton.  She was an avid reader and loved to knit, quilt and cross stitch.  She took great pride in her work as Conche Post Mistress and always had a pot of soup and fresh bread baking when one of her boys came home.  Her happiest times were spent visiting and laughing with her sisters and friends.

Mary will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 56 years Garfield Compton; sons Tom (Stephanie), Peter (Elizabeth), and Perry (Rebecca); sister Mabel (Norman); sisters-in-law Betty Colbourne and Patricia Colbourne; brothers in law Leighton Patey and Norman Tiller; grandchildren Joshua, Reagan, Sable and Anson; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

She was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Castalena Colbourne; brothers Ernest and Willie; sisters Edna and Bernice and parents in law Albert and Velma Compton.

Friends may come to celebrate Mary’s life October 26, 2024 at 2pm from the John Wesley United Church Roddickton.

EDDISON, WINNIFRED HAZEL

May 5, 1944 - October 11, 2024

Winnifred Hazel Eddison (nee Young) of Noddy Bay, NL passed away in the presence of her loved ones at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital on October 11, 2024 at the age of 80 years.

Winnie was born in Quirpon to Thomas and Alfreda ( Nee Roberts) Young, Her mom passed away when she was seven years old and she became a mother figure to her brothers that continued throughout her lifetime. She married Wesley Eddison of Noddy Bay on January 24, 1964 and raised five children together. She worked at the fish plant until she had her first battle with cancer. She fought cancer on three occasions but always remained witty and funny throughout it all. She always maintained that moonshine was the best medicine for any and all  illnesses. She will certainly be remembered by her family for her amazing cooking skills, berry picking, knitting and making quilts. Her quilts are in all corners of the world with a few in bed and breakfast businesses on the Northern Peninsula. 

Winnie leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories, her children: Dwayne ( Shirley), Sheldon ( Tracey), Barry ( Kelly) Jackie and Tanya ( David); Sisters: Florence, Nellie and half sister Barbara; Brothers: Lloyd (Joyce), Eric (Moriah), Norman (Glenda), Algie and  half brother Thomas; Brother in law Francis ( Selma) Hedderson. Grandchildren: Marcel, Stefan; April, Alexander, Dayna, Hayward, Erin, Ethan, Amanda, Aaron and 13 great grandchildren. Winnie will also be greatly missed by a large circle of other relatives and close friends. Too many to name but Matilda Pynn, Graham Burden, Hazel Hedderson, Beryl Pilgrim, Karen Patey. Joy Hedderson ( Both of them) , Carl Hedderson ( Her psychiatrist), 10 well fed chickens and the rest of Aunt Blanche's children are a few. 

Winnie was Predeceased by her parents and husband Wesley. Father in law Walter Eddison and Mother in law Victoria ( nee Roberts) Brother in laws Ambrose ( Elsie) Hedderson, Nimrod Hedderson, Stan ( Nellie) Bishop. James ( Flo) Barron. Sister in laws Johanna (Ernest)Hillier, Blanche( Peter) Hedderson, Mary Ann (Israel) Blake  and Sarah Jane ( Willie) Bishop.


Visitation will take place from the Central United Church at Quirpon Branch  on October 14th 2024 at 6-9pm and October 15, 2024 at 1-3pm and 6 to 9pm.  The funeral will take place on  Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow at the Quirpon Cemetery.

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APPLIN, COLIN

With great sadness the family of Colin Applin announce his passing at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony on the 9th Day of October, 2024 at the age of 62

Leaft to mourn his passing are his Daughters Courtney and Charli (Archie),  Father Harvey, Grandkids
Deacon, Isabella, Dava, Leah, Siblings Maxine (Mike), and Family, Junior (Joanne) and Family, Natasha (Glen) and Family, Nieces and Nephews, Aunts and Uncles as well as a large circle of friends

Colin was predeceased by: Mom Lorraine, Brother Johnny, Grand parents and
extended family.
Visitation is being held at the St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove on Monday October 14th, followed by the funeral service at 2pm on Tuesday, October 15th with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Burial will follow in the Savage Cove Anglican Cemetery.
Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

BUSSEY, JEAN FLORENCE

September 5, 1948 - October 10, 2024

Jean Florence Bussey of St. Lunaire-Griquet passed away at the John M Gray Centre on October 10, 2024 at the age of 76 years.

Jean Leaves to Mourn with a lifetime of memories, her Husband of 57 years: Guy Bussey; her Son: Jake (Darlene), Tony; Sisters: Lucy, Bernetta (Francis); Brother: Rod (Lorriane), Freeman (Flossie), Albert (Lorriane), & Don (Gloria).; Grandchildren: Emma, Jacob, and Benjamin. Jean will also be greatly missed by a large circle of other relatives, close friends and church family.

Jean was Pre-deceased by a Baby Girl; Parents: Albert & Caroline Curlew; Brothers: Melvin, Wilfred (Pearl).

Visitation to take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet on Saturday, October 12th 2024, time to be announced soon. The funeral will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow in the Griquet Untied Cemetery.

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

BARRETT, RITA

It is with profound sadness that the family of Rita Barrett announce her peaceful passing at Charles S. Curtis Memorial hospital on the 23rd of September, 2024 at the age of 64.

Rita was born in Roddickton in 1959. After high school, she worked in Deer Lake and Toronto before returning to Newfoundland. She participated in the archaeological dig out along the shore in Crouse, and worked for many years at the Fish Plant in Conche. Her strong work ethic was very evident, always committed to her work, and always strived to do her best. Rita was a woman of great integrity and honesty, and always displayed a willingness to go above and beyond in completing tasks.

Rita was a kind and gentle soul who loved to have a laugh, especially at work and when she played Mrs. Claus at the Conche Christmas Parade. She loved going on adventures in the great outdoors: going on boat rides, fishing, skidooing, hiking, playing darts, and participated as a volunteer in many community and parish activities.

Rita's grandchildren were the center of her world. She could be found doing anything they asked of her. She often played dinkies and dressed up as various characters on her FaceTime sessions with the boys. She loved visiting them and having them come to her home. When they were around, she danced, played catch, went sliding, and did many more fun activities with them.

Rita will be deeply missed,, always loved, and never forgotten.

Lovingly remembered by and leaving to mourn are the love of her life, Stephen, her loving family: son, Victor (Pamela), her grandchildren: Broderick, Patrick, and Nicholas, her sisters: Ivy Curl (Guy), Wavey Colbourne, her brothers: Garry Colbourne (Violet), Lorne (Lucinda), Austin, Terry (Belinda), Keith (Lisa), many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a large circle of friends.

Predeceased by her parents: Wesley & Ida Colbourne, siblings: Wesley Junior and Alvin Colbourne.

The family would like to thank the Staff at the Charles S Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, her ENT doctor in St. John's, Dr. Jamie Tibbo, and her oncologists for their special care and compassion.

Visitation will be held at the Calvary Pentecostal Temple in Roddickton will take place on 28th of September from 11-12pm and a Celebration of Life Service will take place at the same location with Pastor Murdoch Pittman officiating on Saturday, September 28th, at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, funeral director.

Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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“To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die!”
— Thomas Campbell

GENGE, DULCIE

November 24, 1927 - September 24, 2024

Passed peacefully away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the John M. Gray- Patridgeberry Path, Long Term Care Facility in St. Anthony, NL at the age of 96.

Dulcie was born in Deep Cove, NL to Abram and Alice Genge. She was the oldest of a family of 7. She married the love of her life, Ronald Genge on May 8, 1947 in Anchor Point. it was there that they made a life together and raised their family. Her husband passed away at the age of 62, 37 years ago. Dulcie continued to live at home, surrounded by her family whom she watched and admired daily as her family expanded. She loved each and every one unconditionally.

Dulcie lived in her home until the age of 90. She had many hobbies that she enjoyed. She loved sewing, knitting, gardening, cooking- especially cooking Hot Dinners for her crowd and baking “the best homemade bread”, just to name a few.

She moved to the Ivy Durley Place on May 31, 2018 where she enjoyed herself to the fullest and was treated like royalty. On September 25, 2023 she moved to the Patridgeberry Path wing of the John M. Gray where she spent her last and final year. Everything was always “the best” and she was loved by all.

Our Mom was the heart of our family who always put the needs of her family first. She was a friend to all and she loved everyone. A kind, caring and giving person who faced every challenge head on with courage and determination.

She leaves to mourn her Daughters: Linda, Bertha (Doug), Hilda (Eddie); 6 Grandchildren: Kim (Darryl), Lon (Yvette), Rodney (April), Dane (Jadean), Benay (Troy), Andy (Jennifer); 12 Great-grandchildren: Ian (Tori), Boyd (Danielle), Kyle, Owen, Chloe (Dylan), Ryan, Eric, Luke, Lexie, Kate, Kennedy, and Sophie; Youngest brother: Isaac; Sister-in-law: Jessie.

Dulcie is predeceased by her husband: Ronald Genge; Parents: Abram and Alice Genge; Sister: Tena; Brothers: Kirby, Stedman, Roland, Noah; and Son-in-law: Donald Way.

Visitation to take place from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church beginning the afternoon of Thursday, September 26, 2024. The family service will be at 8:00 pm Thursday evening. The funeral will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow in the old Anchor Point Anglican Cemetery.

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