December 15, 1924 - April 9, 2022
was born in Englee, NL on December 15th, 1924 to Reuben and Harriet Hopkins. She gave her heart to the Lord at a very a young age. She married William Wilcox of Englee on December 12, 1940. Together they had 6 girls' and 2 boys and adopted 1 girl. Beatrice was a very hard worker as a housewife and mother, and only worked outside the home for a very short time at the Englee fish plant. In 2007 she moved to Roddickton, NL with her husband where the lived with their daughter, Patsy. Her husband passed away on November 17, 2008 and she stayed with Patsy until she moved to the Roddickton House in 2016. She then moved to the John M Gray Center in St. Anthony for the last few months of her life where she passed peacefully away on April 9, 2022.
She leaves to mourn her Son, James (Gwen) Wilcox; Son-in-law, Paul Healey; Daughters, Mae Adams, Jean (Claude) Randell, Louise Canning, Melina Randell, Patsy Weir, Roselle Wilcox; Sister, Marie Hancock, 23 grandchildren, 27 greatgrandchildren, 23 great-greatgrandchildren as well as a large circle of family and friends.
She is predeceased by her Husband, William Wilcox; Son, Kevin Wilcox; Daughter, Belinda Healey; Grandchildren, Shawn Randell, Andre Wilcox, Mark Wilcox; Sons-in-law, James Adams, Harrison Canning, Fred Randell, Garland Weir; Daughters-in-law, Wanda Wilcox, Debbie Wilcox.
Visitation to take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee from where the funeral will take place on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Pastor George Burton officiating. Interment to follow.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
HANCOCK, LEANDER (LEE) THOMAS
August 3, 1939-March 29, 2022
It is with Love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved spouse, father, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather. Lee passed peacefully away on Tuesday March 29, 2022 with his Love Gaye by his side.
Lee worked at Hydro for many years where he travelled all over Newfoundland and met some wonderful people who became friends. He was a great story teller that would have you listening and laughing and sometimes even crying to his many experiences and moments in his life. He had a great love for the outdoors, fishing, hunting, skidooing and time at the cabin with friends and family. He loved his family unconditionally and would not hesitate to sacrifice for their needs. You will live forever in our hearts through all the loving memories.
“If Teardrops we Pennie’s and heartaches were gold”
Left to mourn is his spouse Gaye West; Children, Joy (Clyde), Roy, Francis (Kim), David (Brenda), Leona (Lance), Jackie, 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and life long friends including Special sister-in-law Bev (Alex); and Mazie, Joe and Lloyd. Predeceased by his mother and father, sister Elsie, Brothers Edward, Charlie, Joseph, and half brother Chesley. Also daughter-in-law Dulcy Hancock.
FIELD, HEDLEY GEORGE
Born January 20th 1947, Mr. Hedley George Field passed peacefully away on April 6th, 2022 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony NL, in his 75th year
Hedley leaves to mourn his loving wife Clara and Daughter Lisa (Rob), 2 loving Granddaughters Lauren and Kiera, Whom he loved dearly. his 2 Brother Lloyd (Marjoree), Randy (Sheila) sister Donna (Jimmy) Step sister Tamsey, sister in law Dulcie (Wayne), sister in law Currie (Tom), Sister in law Rowena, as well as a large circle of nephews, nieces, family and friends.
Hedley was predeceased by his parents William and Violet Field, Step father Lambert and brother Clarence.
The memorial service was held at the St. Matthews Anglican Church in Cooks Harbour on Sunday April 10th with Rev. Arthur Kinsella Officiating. burial will follow at a later date, Funeral arrangements where entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Mary Grace Patey Funeral Director.
PARRILL, PRISCILLA
Priscilla (nee Ricks) Parrill,
Aged 99 years
December 19, 1922 - April 5, 2022
The family of the late Priscilla Parrill sadly announce the passing of their beloved mother on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Priscilla was the youngest child born to George and Jane (Davis) Ricks on Sops Island, White Bay. She always kept in close contact with her many extended family members and friends who still live in the Sops Arm, Pollards Point and Jacksons arm area.
Leaving to mourn; her four sons Ronald (Pat), Robert (Terri), Gordon (Pauline), Valance (the late Donna), and her daughter Joyce Squires (Kevin) and daughter-in-law Joy Parrill (the late Ross). Her 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren, dear friends Flo Keats, Eleanor Reardon, Margaret Rose and Delphine Richards, as well as a very large extended family.
Priscilla was predeceased by her loving husband, Roland Parrill on June 25, 1978, her son Ross Parrill on Dec. 22, 2009 and her daughter-in-law Donna (Simms) Parrill on Feb. 1st, 2006.
Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral home in St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
Family and friends may visit the funeral home in St. Anthony on Sunday April 10th from 7-9pm, Monday April 11 from 2-4. A celebration of life for Priscilla will be held at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church on Tuesday, April 12th at 2pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella Officiating. Cremation will take place after the service and internment of the ashes at a later date. Flowers are graciously accepted as well as donations to St. Mary’s Anglican Church.
Our gratitude goes out to all those who cared for our mom; her caregivers, Nellie and Pam while she lived in her cottage, staff at Shirley’s Haven and the Grenfell Hospital, we are very thankful for your care and concern!
MITCHELMORE, PEARL (Nee McLean)
August 18, 1936 - April 2, 2022
Passed away April 2, 2022 at the Flowers Cove Health Center at the age of 85 years.
She will be loved and missed by her Husband, Stewart Mitchelmore; Children, Dennis (Kay) Mitchelmore, Nancy Way, Ford Mitchelmore, Seletta Mitchelmore; Grandchildren, Trent (Bonnie) Way, Krista (Shane) Clarke, Tisa (Kenneth) Tatchell, Glenda (Chris) Genge, Dennis, Wayne (Ashley Dempster) Mitchelmore, Jaeger Mitchelmore, Madison Mitchelmore; Great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Way, Kyliee Clarke, Kayden Clarke, Keegan Tatchell, Rylan Genge, CJ Tatchell, Luke Genge, Everly Mitchelmore, Layla Mitchelmore; Brother, Baxter (Mona) McLean and Sister-in-law, Evelyn McLean.
She is predeceased by her Son, Boris Mitchelmore; Sisters, Belinda Hughes and Virtue McLean; Son-in-law, Clarence Way; Brother, Everton McLean; Parents, Leonard and Beatrice Mclean; and Parents-in-law, John and Alice Mitchelmore.
Visitation to take place from St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Lower Cove. beginning the morning of Tuesday, April 5, 2022 and will continue until the funeral on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Short officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
CULL-SAUNDERS, DOROTHY MAUDE (nee Gillard)
August 2, 1930 - March 29, 2022
Passed peacefully away on March 29, 2022 surrounded by family at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 91 years.
Maude was a lady who loved life and church. She surrounded herself with family, friends, and strangers alike. She was well known for her little sayings and quotes by all who had the privilege to know her.
She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, Children, Freeman (Glenda), Larry (Bessie), Wesley (Charlene), Ada (Donald) Weir, Morris (Josephine), Cindy (Hughie) Crewe, Winnie (David) Power; Grandson, raised as her own, Richard (Tina); Stepson, Stanley (Donna) Simms; Son-in-law, Frank MacWhirter; Sister-in-law, Verna Gillard, 21 Grandchildren, 16 Great-grandchildren, 1 Great-great-grandchild as well as a large circle of extended family and friends.
Maude was predeceased by her husband, Lester Cull (1982); Second Husband, John Saunders; Daughter, Bessie MacWhirter; Daughter-in-law, Myrtle Cull; Parents, Frederick and Bessie Gillard; Brothers, Baxter and Frederick Gillard Jr.; and Sisters, Pearl Keefe, Stella Compton, and Lucy Tetford.
Public visitation to take place at the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee on Friday, April 1, 2022 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Pastor George Burton officiating. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
FOWLER, LOOMIS CECIL
July 18, 1936 - March 30, 2022
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on the 30th of March in his 85th year, Mr. Loomis C. Fowler of St. Anthony.
Loomis leaves with heavy hearts his wife Millicent, his sons Todd (Jeannie) Fowler and Roger (Vera) Fowler. Grandchildren Michael (Stephanie) Fowler, Michelle (Adam) Maracle, Amanda Fowler (Tyler Hedderson) and Stevon Fowler (Nikita Pittman). Great grandchildren Bria, Kenna, Kohen, Cameron and Holly. Brother-in-law Don (Miriam) Cull. Nephews Randy (Mary Ellen) Cull, Dwayne (Patsy) Cull, Lorne Fowler (Donna Noel), Kirby Pike and special friends Loretta (Heber) Hussey and Donna Fowler.
He is predeceased by his son Glen Fowler and his parents Quincey and Susie Fowler, step-father Wilfred Fowler and brother William (Eva) Fowler and sister Roslyn (Fred) Pike.
Visitation (mask required) to take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Saturday, April 2rnd and Sunday, April 3rd. The funeral will take place on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Rev. John McGonigle officiating.. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”
WHITE, NELSON
July 31, 1936 - March 17, 2022
It is with broken hearts the family of Nelson White announce his peaceful passing on March 17, 2022. He leaves to mourn his children, Barry (Dale), Roland (Joy), Nelson Jr. (Dorcas), Miriam (Les), Nita (Stephane); Grandchildren, Chastity (Gavin), Kelly (Christopher), Robby (Holly), Dillon (Courtney), Rendell (Keristen), Gina, Jack, Eric; Greatgrandchildren, Peyton, Anna, Macy, Skyla, Lily, Nathan, Noah, Hannah, Dustin and Brooklyn as well as a circle of extended family and friends.
He is predeceased by his Wife, Margaret; Parents, John and Selina; Brothers, Elijah, Wilfred, Lambert; Sisters, Melvina, Evelyn, and Virtue.
He will be fondly and greatly missed. Funeral to take place at a later date to be announced. Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
KINSELLA, GILBERT THOMAS
July 24, 1942 - March 23, 2022
Passed peacefully away March 23, 2022 at the age of 79 years, Gilbert Thomas Kinsella of St. Anthony.
Gilbert loved life and surrounding himself with family, friends, and strangers alike. He always had a treat on hand for any child that was around.
He leaves to mourn his Wife and best friend of 55 years, Mary; Children, Marilyn (Geoff), Byron (Angela), Penny, Ricky (Tracey); Grandchildren, Kris, David, Nicole, Tyrel, Candis, Ryan, Drayson, Jennine, Kelsey, Kristen, Laura, Lorne, Blake, Aiden; Great-grandchildren, Tia, Jelena, Kayden, Brooklyn, Hendrix, Ava, Sawyer, Kingstin, Lilly; Siblings, Wilfred (Jean), Albert (Ellen), Emma, Arthur (Belinda); Brothers-in-law, Tom, Lloyd (Clara), Ford (Susan) as well as large circle of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Gilbert is predeceased by his Parents, Arthur and Blanche Kinsella; In-laws, Eric and Julie Pilgrim; Daughter Lois Johnson and Son-in-law, Glenn Richards.
“Fly with the angels, Dad. We will love and miss you always and forever.”
Public visitation to take place from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony On Sunday, March 27, 2022 and Monday, March 28, 2022 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
COOMBS, EFFIE
October 17, 1943 - March 17, 2022
Passed away peacefully at her residence in Shoal Cove West on March 17, 2022 at the age of 78.
Effie was born in Shoal Cove West to Leah and Jack on October 17, 1943. She was the best Mom, Sister, Aunt, and Friend to all.
She leaves to mourn her Son, Perry, her world as well as her sister Dulcie.
She is predeceased by her Mother, Leah; Father, Jack; Common-law Husband, Jake; Sisters, Dorcas, Emily, Burnidette; Brothers, Leander, Stewart, Stedman, and Gerald.
The family would like to thank her many friends who were there along her journey.
The funeral service will take place at St. Margaret’s of Scotland Anglican Church in Reefs Harbour at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.