February 6, 1937 -April 15, 2022

Passed peacefully away at the John M Gray Seniors Hone surrounded by her loving family at the age of 85 years.

Maisie was born to Bramwell and Lucy Pilgrim in Little Brehat, her Mom was sick and died at a young age. From then on Maisie took over the household when her mother became ill. She met and married Clem Simms and moved to St Anthony Bight in 1958 where they lived their lives and raised their family. Maisie owned and operated the general store in St Anthony Bight until she retired. She enjoyed visiting with people of the community as they came into the shop. Maisie was a member of the United Church in St Anthony and St Anthony Bight. She spent many hours knitting, crocheting and quilting. She enjoyed the final product and gifting her creations to her family.

Maisie will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

She leaves to mourn Children; Wade (Eileen), Sandra (Terry) Lewis; Special Grandchildren and Greatgrandchildren that she loved and adored, Jennifer (Herb), Justin, Dylan, Hailey and Marcus. Special Niece/Sister Millicent Fowler, as well as many other nieces and nephews that she cherished.

She is predeceased by Husband Clem, son Dwayne, Brothers and Sister in Laws Don Pilgrim (Violet), Spurgeon Pilgrim (Gemima), Florence Richards (Abraham), Lettie (Ruben) Cull, George (Margaret) Pilgrim, Dulcie (Max) Cull, and Ivy Pilgrim.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 7-9 pm and on Sunday, April 17, 2022 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Monday, April 18, 2022 at 11:00 am with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment to take place at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.