Passed away on April 30th, 2016 at the age of 56 years. Clarence was born to henry and Sadie Way of Flower’s Cove on December 21, 1959. He was a lifelong resident of Flower’s Cove and on April 20th, 1985 he married Nancy Mitchelmore and they had two children. Clarence worked for NL Hydro for thirty-six and a half years, retiring in December 2014. Clarence was an outgoing man who loved the outdoors and everything that went with it, hunting, fishing, skidoos and his bike. He was a well-respected man and a hard worker. On Saturday, April 30th he passed away at home. He is survived by his wife Nancy, son Trent (Bonnie), daughter Tisa (Kenneth), and grandchildren Kaitlyn and Keegan. He is also survived by his mother Sadie, brothers Mel (Sonya), Loomis (Brenda), Keif (Karen), Eric (Marlene), Bryce (Anne), his sisters Bertha (George), and Brada (George). Also left to mourn are his parents-n-law, Stewart and Pearl Mitchelmore, brothers-in-law, Dennis (Kay), Ford and Boris and sister-in-law Seletta (Hubert). Clarence is also survived by his nieces and nephews and a large circle of friends and family. He was predeceased by his father Henry Way. He will be sadly missed. Visitation was held at the Flowers Cove United Church from where the funeral service was held on Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:00 pm with Rev. McGonigle officiating and interment following. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
TAYLOR, ROSS
Passed away at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony on Monday, May 2, 2016 in his 79th year. Ross was born to Edgar and Sybil of Raleigh on January 25, 1937. He was raised with his 2 brothers and 1 sister. He met Vida and married on December 6, 1956 and made a home in Raleigh where they raised 7 children. He worked in the Fishery for a short time and then went on to road construction for 13 years. He started and operated a business together with his wife until retiring in 2000. He leaves to mourn his wife of 59 years, Vida; his daughters Wavey (Allan), Judy, Bernett (Noah T), Gail (Derrick), Marina (Ted); Sons Todd (Geraldine), Dean (Crystal); Grandchildren Michael (Janet), Angie (Carey), Terry (Pam), Mark, Sane (Heather), Zonya (IVAN), Kylie (Brian), Jason (Ashley), Brent (Candace), Dana (Andrea), Zachary (Tracy), Simon, Matt, Toni, Emily, Lily; Great Grandchildren Olivia, Reese, Magnus, Brandon, Jack, Zander, Allen, Zara, Autumn, Dylan, Riley, Cali; Brother Roger (Ena); sister Hilda (Thomas); Brothers-in-law Reginald (Irene), Weldon (Alma), Garland (Pansy), Maxwell (Judy), Winston (Cindy), Alvin (Yvonne); sisters-in-law Christina, Lucy, Marilyn and a large circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Edgar and Sybil, brother Reuben, parents-in-law Gordon and Mae, and brother-in-law Sam Wayne. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatre's funeral home in St. Anthony. The funeral took place from the United Church in Raleigh at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 with Rev. Gus Pendleton officiating. Interment followed in the New Raleigh Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director.
DIAMOND, CALVIN
Passed away peacefully on April 30, 2016 at the John M. Gray Centre at 71 years of age. Calvin Diamond was born to Val and Irene (Warren) Diamond in Cook’s Harbour on January 22, 1945. Calvin began work at the Department of Highways, where he met and worked with some life-long friends. After a couple of years he began work at Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro where he worked and enjoyed his job until he retired at the age of 55. He met the love of his life Gaye (Colbourne) and married not long after in 1967. They had four children together and over the years, their family grew as their children married and began their own families. Calvin had a very fulfilling life with his family and a large circle of close friends. He enjoyed moose hunting, playing cards, going out in boat and put several miles on the truck driving around town. Cal and Gaye spent a lot of their retired years at their cabin in Northwest Arm and loved to see company coming any time of day. He leaves to mourn his sons Darren (Shawna), Duane (Allison), and Dean (Krista), his daughter Lynn (Travis), his nine grandchildren: Cara, Michelle (Darren), Mark, Paul (Duane), Danielle, Jenna, Sarah (Dean), Grant, Hannah (Lynn); brother Marvin (Edna), sister-in-law’s Dot Colbourne and Lois (Roger) Boyd, and a large circle of friends and extended family. Cal was predeceased by his wife Gaye, his parents Val and Irene, and his brother-in-law Wayne. Vitiation took place at Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home in St. Anthony. The funeral service was held on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the St. Anthony United Church with Rev. Dinesh Gomes officiating. Interment followed in the Fishing Point United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director
CARROLL, EMILY "JANE"
It is with great sadness that the family of Emily “Jane” Carroll announce her passing. Jane was born in Cook’s Harbour on December 11th, 1922, she was one of seven children of James and Mary Ann Short. She lived in Cook’s Harbour until she met the love of her life William Carroll, she she married on January 11, 1943. She then moved to William’s home town of Locke’s Cove, that same year they welcomed their first born son Herbert. In 1952, they were blessed with their only daughter Girty, and their second son Maxwell was born in 1956. In 1967 the residents of Locke’s Cove were forced to resettle, Jane and Bill then moved back to Cook’s Harbour. They loved life and family so much they shred many happy moments that included the birth of five granddaughters Darlene, Nadine, Natalie, Deanna, Nancy, Two Grandsons Travis and Tyrone. Jane often cooked for her entire family, she was the glue that held her family together during meal times and all holidays. At times she prepared meals for twenty- five people or more, she always loved having a crowd around. She worked hard during her life time as each new baby, she was blessed with eleven Great- Grandchildren Billy, Jayden, Dustin, Brooke, Dillon, Aadyn, Justice, Xander, Addyson, Sophie, and Briar. Jane had a very difficult year in 2007, when her beloved husband of 64years passed away. After his passing she moved in with her daughter Girty, life was never the same for her. She still tried to enjoy life to its fullest, but a huge piece of her world was missing. Her health gradually began to decline, in August 2013 she became bedridden. The next three years she depended entirely on her family, which wasn’t easy for a woman who was always use to tending on others. On April 21st, 2016 Jane was admitted to the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, this was a difficult decision for her daughter Girty. Jane’s health was declining faster and she passed peacefully away on April 25th, 2016 at 5:20M. Janes leaves behind a large circle of family and friends who will miss her for the rest of their lives. She leaves to mourn Her loving Daughter and Best Friends Girty Larkin (James), Her Youngest Son Maxwell Carroll(Barbara), Sister Bertha Noble, Brother Absalom Short(Violet), Grandchildren Darlene(Deon), Nadine(Hank), Natalie(Randy), Deanna(David), Nancy(Steven), Travis(Krystal), and Tyrone(Sally), Her Great- Grandchildren Billy, Jayden, Dustin, Brooke, Dillon, Aadyn, Justice, Xander, Addyson, Sophie and Briar as well as a large circle of relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her Husband William Carroll, Son Herbert Carroll, Daughter-in-law Mamie Carroll, Parents James and Mary Ann Short, Brothers Chesley (Martha), Walter (Josephine), and Stanley, Sister Girty Campbell (Jake). Visitation was held at William Carroll’s House in Cook’s Harbour after which the funeral service was held at 2:00pm on Friday April 29th, 2016 at the United Church in Cook’s Harbour with Rev. Gus Pendleton officiating. Interment followed at the Church Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director
CANNING, CYRIL MARTIN
Cyril Martin Canning was born in Williamsport, NL on October 20, 1954 to Harvey and Melah Canning. He moved to Englee when he was two years old till his early teens. From there he moved to Goose Bay for a number of years, then to Dryen, Ontario then to Digby, Nova Scotia and then to Fort McMurray Alberta where he resided until his death. He was blessed to have two wonderful sons born from a previous marriage. He met his present wife Maxine in August 1997 at the Come Home Year Reunion at Roddickton. (Surprisingly, they grew up as next door neighbours during their childhood). Then they got married on July 16th, 1999, when he then welcomed a step-daughter into his life. They settled in Digby, Nova Scotia until April 2007 and then on to Fort McMurray, Alberta until his passing on April 20th, 2016. Cyril was a very proud poppy to his nine wonderful Grandchildren. They were his pride and joy. He will be sadly missed by his wife, family, and friends, Gone but not forgotten. Pieces of our hearts are missing now that you are gone. Mr. Cyril Martin Canning leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his loving Wife Maxine, his Children Bradley (Stephanie) Canning- Leduc, AB; Brent (Rebecca) Canning- Fort McMurray, AB; Stepdaughter Jasmine(Daniel) McAllister- Calgary, AB; his Grandchildren Alyssa, Dylan, Eli, Noah, Ian, Aimee, Abigail, Kaidan, and Aaron, his Sisters Betsy(Frank) Jenkins- Roddickton, Nl; Joyce(Wilson) Gill- Springdale, NL; Blanche(Ray) Adams – Roddickton, NL; Alma (Kevin) Gill – Happy Valley Goose Bay, NL; and Pearl(Paul) Williams – Brigus, NL; His Inlaws Mother and Father-in-Law Jane and Douglas Ellsworth – Englee, NL; Kay (David) Giancola – Brantford, ON; Kevin (Melita) Ellsworth – Fort McMurray, AB; Keith (Dianna) Ellsworth – Emburn, ON; Roger (Dolly) Ellsworth – Englee, NL; as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Harvey and Melah Canning, Brothers Maxwell and Joshua. Visitation was held at the Calvary Pentecostal Temple in Roddickton from where the funeral service was held at 2:00pm on Thursday the 28th day of April 2016 with Pastor Benjamin Brown officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director. In memory of Cyril Canning donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.
ROSE, HENRY ERIC
It is with tremendous sadness that we, the family of Henry Eric Rose, announce his sudden and tragic passing on April 13th, 2016. Henry was born to Norman and Elizabeth (Betty) Rose on November 20th, 1958. He married Belinda (Genge) and they had two children together, Monica (Tony) and Owen (Trudy). He also leaves to mourn his three grandchildren, Ty, Macon, and Sophie; 4 brothers, 4 sisters and their spouses; Nieces; Nephews, and a large circle of extended family and friends. “Hen” was pre-deceased by parents Norman and Betty Rose. Visitation took place at Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on April 15th, 2016. The funeral took place on Monday, April 18th, 2016 from the Flower Cove United Church with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment followed in the United Church Cemetery in Flowers Cove. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton
SEXTON, LAVINIA SYBIL
Passed away peacefully on April 13, 2016 at the John M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony, surrounded by family and friends at age 87. Lavinia Sybil Sexton was born August 11, 1928 in Goose Cove to George and Maryann Powell. On March 3, 1948 Lavinia married the love of her life, Wilfred Sexton and together they raised 15 children. She devoted her life to her family and was very proud of each of her children and grandchildren. Lavinia was a sweet, kind, loving, and gentle mother who loved to spend time with her family. She enjoyed family gatherings and loved to listen to her boys play and sing. She enjoyed knitting and baking. Her door was always open to family and friends with her welcoming smile and bright face. She will be deeply missed by all that knew and loved her. She leaves to mourn, Sons: Maxwell (Corinne), Anthony (Ellen), Edward (Lillian), Reginald (Phyllis), Calvin (Agatha), Louis (Brenda), John, Winston (Donna) and Lloyd (Rochelle); Daughters Elsie (Karen), Mary (Rennie), Ethel, Evelyn (Bill), and Lavinia (Richard), daughter-in-law Angela, 36 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren and a very large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilfred, Son George, and parents George and Maryann Powell. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The funeral took place at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 16, 2016 from the Roman Catholic Church in Goose Cove with Fr. Echedo officiating. Interment followed in the Goose Cove Catholic Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
CULL, VICTORIA MARY
Victoria Mary Cull was born to David and Naomi Hodge of Main Brook. She married Frederick Cull or Great Brehat on June 18th, 1960 and had four children; Nancy Hickey (Todd), Elijah Cull (Lucinda), David Cull (Isabella) and Jackie Pilgrim (Lloyd). She leaves to mourn brother; Don Hodge (Irene), 2 sons, 2 daughters, 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews and extended family. Pre-deceased by husband Frederick Cull, Brother Gordon Hodge and parents David and Naomi Hodge. Visitation took place at the Funeral Home in St. Anthony from which the funeral service was held at 2:00pm on the 10th day of April 2016 with Rev. Dinesh Gomes officiating. Interment followed in the United Cemetery in Great Brehat. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger
PYNN, JOSEPH
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Pynn at the Health Science Center on April 6th, 2016. Leaving to mourn his nephew Ian (Christina), niece Susan (Bill), a number of great nieces and nephews and a large circle of family and friends. Predeceased by his brother Abil and sister in law Amelia, Sisters Jane and Lavinia, brother Theophilus and nephew John (Audrey). Visitation was held at the St. Paul’s Anglican Church In Raleigh from Friday April 8th through to Saturday April 9th from where the funeral service was held at 2:00pm with Rev. Diane Smith officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery in Raleigh. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Fuenral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director.
DIAMOND, THOMAS LEANDER
Our Dad, Grandpa, and Uncle: Thomas Diamond was born July 3, 1929. He married Madeline Stevens on December 9, 1953. Together, they had 3 children and raised them in St. Anthony. Anyone who knew him, knows that he was fun-loving, a joker, devoted husband, father, and grandfather. This past week we have learned some stories of the things he had done. We never knew the names of the people he worked with because called them such things as “Old Cow”, “Grassy”, “Pussy Cat”, and another- “Nose.” There are many stories but we don’t have time to recollect them all. Thomas retired in 1991, where he spent his retirement in St. Anthony and made occasional trips to Alberta to visit family. His wife Madeline passed away in November for 2010 and many, many, times he would talk about her. Now they are together again forever. Rest in Peace, Love you. You can shed tears that he is gone or you can smile because he has lived. Smile, open your eyes, love, and go on. Mr. Thomas Diamond of St. Anthony passed peacefully away at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on the 1st day if April 2016, in his 86th year. He leaves to mourn his Daughters Ivy (Willie) Whalen and Renee (Chris) Thompson, and Son Truman Diamond, Grandchildren Kerilynn (Tim) Truong, and Misty (Vadim) Zisin, grandchildren Oliver and Soleil as well as a large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Madeline, Grandson Shane, and his parents Whitfield and Susie. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatres funeral home in St. Anthony after which the funeral service was held at 2:00 pm at the St. Anthony United Church with Rev. Dinesh Gomes officiating. Interment followed in the Fishing Point United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger.