EARLE, HERBERT

While surrounded by family members, Herbert Earle passed peacefully away at Curtis Memorial Hospital on November 8, 2024 at the age of 78 years. Herbert was born on September 29, 1946 at St. Lunaire, the youngest of Mary Ann and Augustus Earle.

On October 3, 1969, Herb married his forever sweetheart, Pearl Tucker of Quirpon. Together, they raised their four beautiful children. For most of his adult life, Herb was engaged in the heavy equipment industry as owner/operator or employee. He worked with various companies across the Province, ending his career with Nalcor in Churchill Falls upon his retirement in 2011.

Herb will forever be loved and remembered by wife Pearl (of 55 years); sons Gary (Loraine) and Byron (Kimberly); daughter Mona; two precious grandchildren, Hayley and Logan; son-in-law, Roger Young; brother Garth (Donna) and sister Marilyn Peyton; a number of nieces, nephews and cousins; and brothers-in-law Roland (Minnie), Leslie (Millicent), Carl (Joyce), Wilbert (Irene), Alwin (Millicent), and Gary (Marion).

Predeceased by beloved daughter Glenda; his parents; step-grandson, Brian Polischuk; and siblings Evelyn, Daisy, Viola, John, Thomas, and Florence.

Details for the Public Visitation will be posted shortly. Funeral will take place at Calvary Pentecostal Church, St. Lunaire-Griquet at 2pm on Wednesday November 13, 2024 with Pastors Geoff and Charity Butler officiating. burial to follow the service in the Church Community Cemetery.

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HUMBY, ALMA LILLIAN

Alma Lillian Humby was born on July 19, 1934, in New Melbourne to Alexander and Amelia Harris.

In the 1950s she moved to Roddickton where she taught at A.C Palmer Pentecostal School for 30 years. She loved and respected her students and spoke of them often following her retirement in 1993. Teaching was her passion, and she has left a lasting impact on many lives as a result.

In 1960 she married George Humby and they had three sons, Paul, Peter, and Perrin. Whie raising a family, she took a break from teaching and helped manage the Imperial Oil business for nine years. They were also blessed with eight (8) grandchildren and six (6) great-grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her family and jumped at any opportunity to provide a nice hot meal to those she loved most. She was happiest when all her family were sitting around her table.

Throughout her life she enjoyed excursions with her friends, especially cabin trips and fishing with Aunt Marg, and camping in the motorhome with Dulcie. These are memories she treasured and talked about as some of the best times of her life.

Her greatest pleasure was ensuring that everyone around her was happy and taken care of and she blessed many in her life as God blessed her.
Visitation is being held at the Pentecostal Church in Roddickton beginning Sunday Nov. 10th and Continuing through to the funeral service at 2pm on Tuesday Nov. 12th with Pastor M. Pittman officiating. burial will follow the service at the Community Cemetery.
Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Antony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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MCLEAN, ROLAND

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Roland McLean announce his passing on November 7th, 2024 at the age of 71 years. Roland passed away peacefully at Curtis Memorial Hospital with his spouse and a large circle of his family at his side.

Roland was born and raised in Green Island Cove, he was an active member of his community. He spent his life on the water as a fisherman, he enjoyed life to the fullest. In the last few years he battled ALS. He took the good days with the bad, with lot of support, he fought this battle to the end.

Roland leaves to mourn, with fond memories: His lifelong partner of 35 years Joyce Mitchelmore; 6 Sisters: Sybil, Hazareth (George), Louisa, Irene (Harold), Shirley (Dylan), Rosie (Colby); His 3 brothers: Leslie (Penny), Lambert (Helen), Primus (Pearl); Brothers-in-law: Michael Gibbons and John Macey; Nieces, Nephews and an Extended Circle of Family and Dear Friends.

Roland was Predeceased by: his parents Raymond and Aurelia McLean; 2 Sisters: Sarah Gibbons and Augustine Macey; Brothers-in-law: Desmond Macarthur and Pat Rumbolt.

We would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral home, Rev. Canon Vernon Short, Loomis Way, as well as the staff at the Curtis Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion during his hospital stay. We would also like to thank the Flower’s Cove Health Centre for their continuous care over the past few months. A special thank you goes out to Nurse Practitioner Madonna Coates and Home care nurse Benay Sinnicks, We are Forever Grateful.

Visitation is being held at St. Andrew’s Church in Lower Cove on Saturday and Sunday (Nov 9th and 10th). The family service will be held at 9pm on Sunday, followed by the funeral service on Monday Nov. 11th, 2024 at 11am. Cremation will follow the service with burial at a later date.

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COOMBS, VIVIAN LORRAINE

September 4, 1937 - November 5, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Vivian Coombs announce her passing on November 5, 2024 in her 87th year.

She leaves to mourn with fond and wonderful memories her children: Irene (Ray), Hiram (Pam), Melvin (Connie), Rosline, Barry (Celyne), Rick (Belinda), Lorne (Tina) and Leon (Dale); grandchildren: Dara, Melvin Jr, Ocean, Terry, Tammy (Phil), Terry, Riley, Jenna, Maxwell, Callie; 15 great-children; sisters: Bessie, Belinda (Stephen), Rowena; brothers: Lambert (Iris) and Isreal (Kathleen); sister-in-law: Dulcie; brother-in-law: Angus, Harrison as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Stedman; parents Lambert and Eva Coombs; parents-in-law: Jack and Leah Coombs; son: Terry, grandchildren: Denise, Mason and David; sisters: Olga, Mamie, Lavinia, Elizabeth; brothers Wilfred and Leslie; sisters-in-law: Bernadette, Emily, Dorcas, Effie; brothers-in-law: Cosmo, Leander, Stewart, Eric, Archibald, Melvin and Gerald Coombs.

A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Strait of Belle Ilse Health Centre, Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital, John M Grey, and Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders. Thanks to Katrina Myers for regular updates. Also a special thank you to mom’s home care workers, Colleen, Jessie, Carmel, Pam, Dara, and Diane, as well a huge bouquet of flowers to our sister Irene and brother Leon for their continuous support.

Visitation will take place from the St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church in Shoal Cove West on Thursday and Friday- November 7th and 8th. The family service will be held on Nov 8, 2024 at 7:00pm, with the celebration of life to take place on Saturday, November 9, at 10:00am with Rev. Canon Terrance Coates and Rev. Marie Smith officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral Services entrusted to Kerry M Fillatres Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

PILGRIM, JAMES GEORGE

In Loving Memory of James George Pilgrim

July 12, 1949 — November 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James George Pilgrim, age 75, who

left us on November 5, 2024. James was born on July 12. 1949, in Griquet, Newfoundland, to

George and Mae Pilgrim.

James was united in marriage to the love of his life, Karen Pilgrim ( St. Anthony Bight), on

October 10. 1987. Together, they built a life in Griquet, where they raised their children and

created countless cherished memories.

A proud fisherman, James spent most of his life on the water, and he was known for his

unwavering dedication to his family and community. He was a passionate Toronto Maple Leafs

fan, proudly wearing his Leafs attire. In his free time, James enjoyed playing darts, berry

picking, and trouting. He found peace and purpose in reading his Bible and praising the Lord, a

source of comfort and strength throughout his life.

James was predeceased by his parents, George and Mae Pilgrim; his brothers, Ronald and

Edward; and his sister, Christine.

Left to mourn his loss are his devoted wife, Karen; daughters, Tina. April, and Mallory; sons,

Cory. Edward, and Dillon; grandchildren, Shannah, Daniel, Alexander. Connor, Zoe. Caylee,

and Olyver; and great-grandchildren, Deacon, Kyler, and Chay.

James is also survived by his brothers, Valance and Ernest; his sisters-in-law, Sylvia. Shirley,

and Madonna; his sons-in-law, Alasdair, Bradley, and Morgan; his daughter-in-law. Lynn; as

well as a large circle of friends and extended family.

James’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him. May he rest in peace,

embraced by the love and grace of the Lord.

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GENGE, JOCK

April 6, 1956 - November 2, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that the family of Jock Genge announce his passing on November 2, 2024, at the age of 68 years.

Jock passed away peacefully at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony, NL with his beloved wife of 40 years, Dale, at his side.

Jock grew up in Deadman's Cove but moved to Labrador City at the age of 18 where he began building his life. He worked for 30 years as an electrician with the Iron Ore Company of Canada and spent many years as an active Canadian Ranger.

Jock spent his time in Labrador City raising his family. A lover of all things outdoors, he enjoyed boating, skidooing, hunting and scuba diving, but his favourite was a night at the cabin with good company and a game of cards.

Leaving to mourn are his wife Dale (nee Gould), his daughter Danielle (Jesse), son Christopher (Kerri-Lynn), grandchildren Karlee, Hannah, Isaac & Alyssa, sisters Joy (Mike) & Una, mother-in-law Bridget Gould, brothers-in-law Oz (Mary Alice) & Dean, sisters-in-law Sandra (Bruce), Ivy & Mona (Gerald), nieces & nephews, and a large group of extended family & friends.

Predeceased by his parents Rendell & Mabel (nee Chambers), brother Floyd, father-in- law Isaac, brothers-in-law Harvey, Maxwell, Ike (Poi), & Melvin Coates.

Jock will forever be remembered as a man with a big heart, contagious laughter and a smile that could brighten any room.

A celebration of life will take place at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Anchor Point on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to take place at a later date.

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

PATEY, ELSIE ELLA

November 24, 1942 – October 28, 2024

Passed peacefully away surrounded by her family at Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Corner Brook at the age of 81 years. Elsie was born in St. Anthony and raised by her mother Marion and Hedley Bartlett in L’anse aux Meadows. At the age of 15 when her mother passed away, she took on the role of parenting her 2-year-old brother Garry. In 1958 she met the love of her life Lester, who came to L’anse aux Meadows to teach school. They married on June 29, 1960, and moved to St Anthony where they settled and raised their 5 girls. In 1995, they moved to Corner Brook to be closer to family after a short 5-year term in Hant’s Harbour, Trinity Bay.

She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her 5 daughters Marion (Wayne), Norma (Glenn), Jackie, Nancy (Dennis) and Lori, Grandchildren Jeffrey and Ashley, Adam and Amanda, Kayla and Karla, Charlotte and Matthew, Great grandchildren Brackley, Lincoln, Carter, Asher, Avery, Arick, Hunter and Grant, brother Garry and very special aunt Blanche, In-laws Glenn (Bonnie), Patricia, Shirley (Ed), Belle, and Mildred. As well as a very large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Elsie is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years Lester and infant baby, parents Hedley and Marion, In-laws William, Chatfield and Elizabeth, son-in-law Perry, brothers-in-law Roy and Terry and special Uncle Luke.

Elsie enjoyed life to the fullest, a very active member of the Corner Brook Senior’s Club where she made many friends over the years. Even though they retired and settled in Corner Brook she always referred to St. Anthony as home and made as many trips back as she could and where she will be laid to rest next to her husband.

The family would like to thank her cancer care team at the Dr H. Bliss Murphy Cancer center, and the staff of the Cancer Care and 5B units at Western Memorial Regional Hospital for the care and comfort they provided. A special thanks to Dr. Katy Smallwood and Dr. Aiden Brazil for making themselves so readily available when needed most.

There will be a private visitation for family and friends held on Friday Nov 1st 7:00 – 9:00 pm followed by a private funeral service at 2:00 pm Saturday Nov 2nd at K.M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St Anthony. Interment to follow at the Salvation Army Cemetery, St. Anthony.

Flowers graciously accepted or donations to the Canadian Cancer Society accepted.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to K.M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony and Country Haven Funeral Home, Corner Brook.

WAY, JANE

November 30, 1954 - October 29, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, Jane Way, who passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on October 29th, 2024 at the age of 69.

Survived by and left to mourn with fond memories, are her sons: Trent (Kate) and Trevor (Candice); her grandchildren: Shayden (Jenna), Chloe and Caylee. Her loving brothers: Lige (Emma) Way, Melvin (Emily) Way, Glenn (Vira) Way, George (Elaine) Pilgrim, Watson Way and John Way; sisters: Lucy Myers, Wavey (Earl) Way, Donna (Sam) Applin; brothers-in-law: Roland (Joyce) Way, and George Rose; sisters-in-law: Dorcas Guinchard, Nancy(Ivan) Chambers; her special friend Kenneth Way, nephews, nieces, other relatives and large circle of friends.

Jane is predeceased by parents Elijah and Dora Way; her loving husband Bruce; brothers-in-law Clarence Myers, Henry (Mary) Way, Lawerence Guinchard, and Howard (Susanne) Pilgrim; sister-in-law Effie Rose.

A Special thank you to the all of the amazing nurses and staff in the chemo department, and the first and second floor nursing stations at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony for the wonderful care; the nurses and staff at the Strait of Belle Isle Health Center in Flower’s Cove; Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral home; Rev. Short; Loomis Way and to anyone else that has contributed in any form.

The family service will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Savage Cove at 9 pm; where the funeral service will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 2:30 pm with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment followed at the church cemetery.

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

PYE, ROY MAXWELL

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that the family of Roy Maxwell Pye announce his passing on October 27th, 2024 at Curtis Memorial Hospital after a short illness. Roy was a very special devoted spouse, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Roy is predeceased by his parents Frank and Violet Pye, Son L.S. Travis Pye, brother Ward, and special friend William Strugnell.

Left to mourn with a broken heart is his loving partner of 25 years Nancy, Daughter Vanessa (Dennis), Son’s Matthew (Corinne), Marcus (Christina), Nancy’s children Cecil and Charmaine (Matt). Grandchildren Isiah, Emma, Maria, Connor, Dawson, Callie and Nancy’s Granddaughter Jillian.

Roy leaves to Mourn his siblings Clara Rumbolt (Raymond deceased) Stewart Pye (Laura), Guy Pye (Nora), Lloyd Pye (Ena), Alvin Pye, and Valerie Russell (Reginald deceased) and his sister in law Verna Pye. As well many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Especially Nancy’s special sister Pansy and family.

Roy was a long time employee with the Canadian Coast Guard. He had a 37 year career starting from a Weather Observer to a Supervisor of the Loran C. Roy loved to watch a good game of curling and a good ol Toronto Maple Leaf payoff game. He loved to have a good game of cards with his family; a game of darts and a cold one with his friends. He was also very talented in playing the accordion and he loved spending time with his family every chance he got.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the nurses in St. Lewis, Sherri-Lee and Cynthia who worked to get him out of St. Lewis. The fabulous team in Curtis Memorial Hospital ICU, who worked tirelessly to ensure he received the best possible care. All off the Doctors, ICU team and RT, Mike who made sure Roy was cared for right up to his last fighting breath. We would like to express special thanks to Rev. Vernon Short (Uncle) and his wife Aunt Maisie for travelling from Flowers Cove to pray with Roy and his family. We would like to thank the MHA, Minister of Health and MP who tried to facilitate the best possible care. We will be forever grateful for the support and love shown by our amazing family, and wonderful friends, caring for everything from our children and helping with the funeral service.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Fillatre Funeral Home, L’Anse-au-Loup.

Resting at St. John the Baptist Church in Lodge Bay, NL.

Visitations to be determined weather pending.

Funeral Service to take place on Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 at 1pm. Committal to follow.

For those unable attend and wish to send a special message can contact Christina Pye through email christinahynes24@gmail.com

All expressions of sympathy, flowers are greatfully accepted or donation in Roy’s memory can be made to Harbour view manor, Mary’s Harbour, NL.

STRANGEMORE, CHARLES

Charles Strangemore

April 11th 1948 – October 24th 2024

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Charles Strangemore announce his passing on Thursday, October 24th, 2024, at the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 76 years.

Charl leaves to mourn with the fondest and most precious memories, his Wife Gaye (Cull), his Children Nicole (Eddy), Tammy (Rick), and his Grandchildren Amy (Jamison), Jonah (Leigha) and Andrew (Nicole).

His Siblings Selwyn (Ivy), Guy, Marilyn, Eva (Riley), & Joyce, and his Sister-in-law Selma.

His Brother and Sister-in-laws, Mae, Doris (Tom), Gerald (Nina), Wayne (Sharon), Millicent (Ern), Val (Jane), Wavey (Eli), Kevin (Yvonne) and Brother-in-Law Neil

A huge circle of Nieces, Nephews and other family members that will always remember him with a smile.

Charl is also leaving behind two very important families that he was so proud to be a part of. The House Family, Baxter, Don and Sheila, and his Transport Canada Family at the St. Anthony Airport.

Charl is predeceased by his Parents Hayward and Naomie, Sister Nita, Brother Carl, Brother-in-laws Tony Walker and Roy Burt, his Parents-in-Law Joshua and Gertie Cull, and Siblings in Law Sam Kinsella, Dennis Patey and Joy Simms.
The funeral Service will be held at 2pm on Tuesday October 29th, 2024, cremation will follow with burial at a later date.

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