ROPSON, HUBERT

September 3, 1935—April 10, 2024

Passed peacefully away at he Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital St. Anthony surrounded by family at he age of 88 years old from Harbour Deep NL and moved to Roddickton N.L. in 1991.

Predeceased by his parents Lot and Julie Ropson Brothers Frank (Emily) Ropson, Chesley (Pearl) Ropson. Sisters Blanche Ropson/Pittman (Edward/Ned) Winnifred (Stanley) Randell, Alima Ropson/Randell (Peter) Mildred Ropson.

Leaving to morn with broken hearts his long life partner of 35 years Shirley Compton, Daughters Crystal (Kevin)
Wilcox and Rebecca (Nathen) Malleck, Grandchildren Zachary, Joshua, Sarah, Rachel, Jake, Logan and a large circle of nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Visitation to take place from the Calvary Pentecostal Church in Roddickton, NL beginning the afternoon of Monday, April 15, 2024. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow in the Roddickton United Cemetery.

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

PARR, EDWARD CLARENCE

June 6, 1960 - August 27, 2021

Edward was born in Mary’s Harbour, Labrador to Myrtle and Robert Parr of Port Hope Simpson, Labrador on June 6th, 1960. As a young man he grew up in the fishing boat. He met the love of his life, Daphne Andrews, and they married on January 27, 1984. Together, they raised two daughters, Dana and Erica. Edward was a Jack-of-all-trades; he worked at St. Anthony Seafoods, as a carpenter building houses, he worked in construction, he worked at Hillier’s Esso, and as a Janitor/Bus Driver at Bayview Collegiate and White Hills Academy. He was a quiet man loved by everyone.
He leaves to mourn, his Wife, Daphne of 37 years; Daughters, Dana (Scott House), Erica (Toby Penney); Granddaughters, LoraLee Penney and Keira House, who were his pride and joy; Sisters, Zonya (Graham Hillier), Marilyn (Lemuel Penney), Jeanette (Barry Boyd), Irene (Peter Kippenhuek); Brothers, Hayward (Mildred), Donald (Roseann), Kevin (Wavey), Stephen (Sherry), as well as a large circle of family and friends.
He is predeceased by his Dad, Robert Parr (February 1, 2008) and his Mom, Myrtle Parr (May 17, 2021).
Visitation will take place from the Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet, NL on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 7-9pm and on Monday, August 30, 2021 from 10am-12pm. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

PEYTON, ALVIN MAXWELL

February 18, 1952 - August 3, 2020

Alvin Maxwell Peyton was born to William John and Evelyn Peyton of Griquet on February 18th, 1952. He was one of eight children. In 1976 he married Goldie Adams of Griquet and together they raised three children. He began fishing as a young boy with his dad. He continued fishing in a small boat until 1977 when he partnered with his dad and brother-in-law, Gloss Hedderson, to invest in a 65' longliner. Together they fished for cod, turbot, and scallop until the moratorium in 1992. He then worked various jobs until he retired in 2016. In his spare time he liked making casting nets, listening to music, and going for a drive. In recent years he spent many hours standing on his bridge enjoying the view and chatting with many family and friends. Alvin leaves to mourn, his Wife, Goldie Peyton; Daughters, Bonnie, Lisa, Heather; Sisters, Inga, Ethel (Fred), Doreen (Jim), Wanda (Gloss), Netta; Brother Roy (Sharon); Step-Sister Judy Best as well as a circle of extended family and friends. Alvin was Predeceased by his Parents, William John and Evelyn Peyton as well as his Sister, Eliza. A private viewing was held from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle from where the funeral service was held on Friday, August 7, 2020 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jared Pitcher officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

WILCOX, KEVIN

William George Kevin Wilcox September 15th, 1954 – January 6th, 2020 It is with great sadness that the family of Kevin Wilcox announce his passing at the Dr. Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on Monday; January 6th, 2020 at the age of 65 years. Kevin Wilcox was born on September 15th, 1954 in Englee, Newfoundland to William and Beatrice Wilcox. Kevin was a hard worker and worked with the Town of Englee for a number of years and held the position of Fire Chief for a term. He also worked for the sawmill in Roddickton until he went back to school in St Anthony, and from there moved to Goose Bay in 2006 at which time he completed a welding course. He finished his career with Frenchie’s Outdoor Shop in Goose Bay when his ongoing battle with cancer prevented him from working any longer. Kevin was well known for his passion for motorcycles and his wife Debbie would joke with him that he thought more about his bike than he did her. He enjoyed salmon fishing and being out in nature whether on the highway on his motorcycle, or on the river with his fly rod. Kevin enjoyed being with people and would joke and carry on with the people he came in contact with. Kevin was loved and cherished by his wife Debbie and will be missed by his children. After a 9-year battle with cancer, on January 6th, 2020, Kevin passed peacefully into the presence of the Lord. Public visitation will be 2pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm – Wednesday Jan 8th & Thursday Jan 9th. Funeral service will be held on Friday, Jan 10th at 2:00 P.M, with Pastor Mark Locke & Pastor Wayne Noble officiating. Burial will follow at the Pentecostal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.

COLBOURNE, ROBERT GORDON

April 25, 1967 – May 28, 2019

Robert Gordon Colbourne was born April 25, 1967 to Eliza and Winston Colbourne. He was the youngest of three children, with one brother, Whyman and a sister Irene, who gave him the only niece on his side of the family, Christa. At 17 years old he fell in love with Diane Earle. Their only daughter Jillian was born May 29, 1989. Then he married the love of his life on August 2, 1991. Rob and Diane have been each other's best friend since then. He loved spending his spare time at the cabin, fishing and snowmobiling. He enjoyed having a coffee and chats with his family and friends. He was devoted to Diane, and spoiled his daughter Jillian and his grandsons Liam and Jack who were precious to him and "Pop's tag alongs". He always had time for them and couldn't wait to get back from sea to be with them. He was looking forward to the new Grandson as well! He welcomed Andrew his son in law into the family and treated him like his own son. Several years ago Rob got to know God on a personal level and it was evident to everyone the positive change it made in his life. Rob worked hard to provide for his family, unselfishly spending long periods of time at sea. He started fishing with his father when he was a teenager in L’anse Aux Meadows. After he was married, he went to Ontario for three summers Sandblasting and Painting. He then started fishing in many boats on the southern shore. He also fished with some of his uncles on the Calm Sea for 7 years. After that, he fished as a Second Trawl Boss on the Acadienne Gale II for 16 years. Finally, he fished on the Newfoundland Victor for the past year and a half. What kept him going was knowing he had a family at home who loved him and was waiting for him. We bid Rob farewell on this his final voyage and until we meet again May God hold you in the palm of His hand. Robert Leaves to Mourn his Wife, Diane Colbourne; Daughter Jilian (Andrew) Baker; Grandchildren Liam & Jack Baker; Parents Eliza & Winston Colbourne; Grandparents Delilah & Selby Tucker; Sister Irene Simms (Clifford); Niece Christa Simms as well as a large number of other relatives and friends. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the funeral was held on Monday, June 3, 2019 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment followed in the New L’Anse Aux Meadows Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

COMPTON, ELWYN

August 3, 1938 – May 6, 2019

Elwyn, was born on August 3rd, 1938 to Mark and Evangeline (Pilgrim) Compton of St. Lunaire. He met and married Beatrice (Rose) of Great Brehat on February 16th, 1962. Together, they raised four children, three sons and one daughter. He loved life and loved to spend it with his family and friends. He was well respected in his community, he’d do anything for anyone. He was also known for his sense of humour, you didn’t know what he was going to say, but whatever he said, it was sure to make you laugh. He was also faithful to his church and most of all his Lord and Saviour whom he loved and served for many years. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. He leaves to mourn with a lifetime of memories, his wife Beatrice (Rose) Compton; Children, Pascoe (Trudy), Peter (Angela), Andrew, Prudi; Granddaughter Allison; Sisters, Lucy (Everett) Earle; Brothers, Harvey (Lizzie), Ralph (Evelyn), as well as a circle of extended family, friends, and his church family. Elwyn was predeceased by his Parents, Mark and Evangeline Compton; Brother Freeman; Sister Winnie Ings; Half Brother Jabez; Half Sisters Carrie Curlew, and Jessie Simms. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Faith Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the Homegoing Service took place on Thursday, May 9th, 2019 at 2:00pm with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

ADAMS, EVELYN JANE

June 15, 1939 – November 13, 2018
Evelyn Jane Adams (nee Pilgrim) was born in St. Lewis to Wesley and Clara Pilgrim on June 15th, 1939. She married Harold and together they raised seven children, Patricia, Mary, Oral, Calvin, Waddell, Joan and Bert. She was blessed with 22 grandchildren and a large number of great grandchildren. Evelyn was a remarkable lady with a heart of gold and she loved her family unconditionally. She loved to cook for her family and everyone loved her homemade bread. She also loved to knit. She was well known for her kindness and generosity and she was always there to lend a helping hand to all. Evelyn Leaves to Mourn, her Sons, Oral, Calvin (Lisa), Waddell (Gaye), Bert (Robyn); Daughters, Patricia (Stafford), Mary (Randy), Joan (Glenn); Brothers, Eric, Albert, Fredrick, Murdock, Leonard & Leon; Sisters, Betty, Millicent & Alice; 22 Grandchildren; 16 Great Grandchildren and a large circle of other relatives and close friends. Evelyn was Predeceased by her Husband, Harold Adams; Parents, Wesley & Clara Pilgrim; Brothers, Aubrey & Samuel; Sisters, Lavenia & Blanche. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Faith Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the funeral was held on Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Harnum officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

SAUNDERS, LORETTA MAE

Born to Fred and Gladys Burden, in Griquet on October 26th, 1930. Passed away July 28th, 2018 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 87 years. Loretta married George Saunders on December 1st, 1948 and together they raised five children; Madge, Ruby, Jim, Glorine, and Annie. Her family meant the world to her and her grandchildren where the light of her life. She love the outdoors and enjoyed gardening, berry picking, and watching the bird and the squirrels coming to the feeder. She was a skilled knitter and contributed to the Women’s Missionaries knitted goods outreach program. She and her husband George were faithful members of the Calvary Pentecostal congregation in St. Lunaire-Griquet. She was predeceased by her husband George and Daughter Ruby. She will be missed by those who mourn her passing and are left with cherished memories. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memoires her Son Jim (Sylvia); Daughters Madge Decker, Glorine Saunders, Annie Patey (Roy); Son-in-law Bruce Parsons; Eight Grandchildren; Nine Great-grandchildren; Brother Winston Burden (Vida); Sisters Madge Pynn (Joe), Minnie Roham, Sylvia Pilgrim (Ron), Annie Hillier, Flossie Curlew (Freeman); Brother-in-law Eric Saunders (Rita) as well as a large circle of extended family and friends. Loretta was predeceased by her parents Fred and Gladys Burden; Husband George Saunders; Daughter Ruby Parsons; Sisters Florence Patey and Caddie Hillier; Brother Ray Patey; Brother In-laws Sidney Patey and Roland Hillier; and Son in-law Lloyd Decker. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the funeral was held on Monday, July 30th, 2018 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Elliott officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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DECKER, NEVA IVY

was born in Miles Cove, NL to Stephen and Rhoda (Short) Normore on September 28, 1941. She had one sister and four brothers. She met Samuel Decker while he was teaching in the area and they were married on September 29th, 1960. Neva was the proud mother of three sons: Moody, George, and Stephen. Neva and Samuel were also blessed with four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; whom they loved dearly. Neva followed her husband, Samuel, to his hometown of L’Anse aux Meadows; but they spent many years living in Ontario and Corner Brook before returning to L’Anse aux Meadows. They later moved to St. Lunaire-Griquet where they lived out the remainder of their lives together. Neva was a homemaker at heart but spent most of her working life at the Fisheries Products Plant in St. Anthony. She had a love of quilting and gifted her family with her homemade expressions of love. Neve was predeceased by her husband, Samuel, on October 20, 2017. They were committed to the faith, loved God, and regularly attended the Pentecostal Church in St. Lunaire-Griquet. She leaves to mourn her Sons, Moody (Sue-Ann), George (Yvonne), Stephen (Wanda); Grandchildren, Bobby, April, Stephanie, Vanessa; Great-grandchildren, Lucas, Leah, Skylar; Brothers, Cyril (Avis), Lloyd (Flora); Sister, Joy (Cecil), as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends. Neva was predeceased by her husband, Samuel Wilfred Decker; Father, Stephen Normore; Mother, Rhoda (Short) Normore; Brothers, Eric, and Lesie. Visitation was held from the Pentecostal Faith Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet from where the funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2018 at 2:00 with Pastor Baker officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

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BULLARD, KAYLA CAROL-LYNN

It is with broken hearts that the family of the late Baby Kayla Carol-Lynn Bullard announced her passing.  Kayla Carol-Lynn passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus from Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Ontario on April 12, 2018 at just eight days old. Left to cherish her precious memories are her parents Brittany Doran & Michael Bullard; grandparents Thomas & Carol-Lynn (Patey) Doran, Denise Noble; Karl & Sharon (Step-grandmother) Bullard; Great Grandparents: Allan Patey, Linda Hobbs, Linda Manuel and Karl Bullard, Aunts Vicky Noble, Sarah, Chantel & Kaitlyn Bullard; Special Great Uncle & Aunt: Morris & Peggy-Ann Curlew; as well as a large extended family circle. Predeceased by Great-Grandmother: Florence (Humby) Patey, Great-Grandfather: Gary Noble and Aunt Erica Bullard. Visitation took place at the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet followed by the service for the Celebration of her short life on Wednesday, April 18th at 2:00 P.M, with Pastors Wayne & Joy Baker officiating.  Interment followed in the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements where entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, funeral director.

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