HUMBY, LESTER

February 16, 1950 - October 29, 2023

Lester Humby was born in St. Lunaire on February 16th, 1950 to Joseph and Jessie Humby. On September 24th, 1976 he married the love of his life, Judy Blake. They had many great years together and raised 3 children who he loved dearly.

He was known to be a hard worker by all who knew him. Lester was a fisherman, he built boats and did carpentry all throughout his life. He was also a concrete finisher in later years. Lester enjoyed hunting moose and seal, fishing, and thoroughly enjoyed being in the woods.

He leaves to mourn his Wife, Judy; Sons, Todd (Vanessa), Alvhon; Daughter: Jennifer (Charley) Curl; 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; Brothers: Reginald (Regina), Gordon (Margie), Nelson (Joan); Sister: Irene Hillier as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

Lester is predeceased by his Parents: Joseph and Jessie Humby; Brothers: William, Wilbert, Alvohn, Truman, and Harold; Sister: Florence Patey.

Visitation to take place from Calvary Pentecostal church in St. Lunaire-Griquet beginning Wednesday, November 1, 2023 and continuing until the funeral on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Butler officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

BRIDGER, CALEB GEORGE

November 11, 1940 - October 23, 2023

Passed away on October 23, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 years.

He leaves to mourn his Sons: Bradley (Shirley), William (Sherry), and Garfield (Linda); Daughter: Belinda (Mike); Sisters: Louise (Carl), Margaret, Phillip (Irene); Grandchildren: Brian (Sherilynn), Danielle, Sheldon (Erica), Kyle, Alyssa, Allie; Great-grandchildren: Kobe, Kylie, Kalen, Irelynn; Long-time friends: Margaret Mitchell, Wayne and Audrey Hillier, and family as well as many other extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his wife, Loretta; Parents: William and Sarah Bridger; Sisters: Madeline (Hector), Gloria, Annie (Archibald), Rita, Elizabeth (Benjamin); and Brother: John.

Visitation to take place from the All Saints Anglican Church in Dark Tickle beginning the evening of Wednesday, October 25, 2023 and will continue on Thursday, October 26, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 27, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Kinsella and Rev. Larkin officiating. Interment to follow.

TAYLOR. BESSIE MAE

September 27, 1926 - October 20, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and sister, Bessie Mae Taylor of Raleigh, presiding at the Shirley Haven Senior Home in St. Anthony. After a short illness Bessie passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, October 20, 2023, at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 97 years.

Bessie was born in Wild Bight, Cape Norman, one of 16 children. At an early age, in order to survive, moved to Quirpon and then Raleigh where she worked with large fishing crews cooking, cleaning and performing many other chores that were assigned to her.

It was in Raleigh where she met and married Ernest Taylor and raised five children. Alongside her husband she took care of all household chores and also worked in the fishing stage for many hours often extending to late nights putting away fish. She also spent many hours in the vegetable garden. Bessie was a life long member of the Raleigh UCW and also taught Sunday School. Throughout the years she also boarded many teachers and ministers who needed a place to reside. She also sewed for many years for the Grenfell Mission, making parkas.

After the passing of her husband in 1979 she continued with her sewing and knitting and also spent a summer working on the water line in Raleigh. In later years she met a friend and partner. Together they spent time travelling back and forth from her home to his, also doing a lot of camping and some gardening. During those years she also began playing darts, which she enjoyed very much, playing in a number of tournaments. After the passing of her partner in 2013 she spent time with her children from Raleigh to Grande Prairie. In 2020 she moved into Shirley Haven Seniors Home where she resided until her passing.

Bessie leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her sons David, Cyril (Bernette), Alvin (Bev), daughters Edith Patey, Bernice (Glossen) Taylor, fifteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren. Brothers Cyril (Elvie) Campbell, Harrison Campbell, Melvin (Cora) Campbell, Seymour Campbell, Sisters Bertha (Maxwell) Richards, Christina Dredge, Edith Smith, sister in law Marie Campbell, and extended family and friends.

She is predeceased by husband Ernest, parents Robert and Edith Campbell, special partner Adam Williams, daughter in law Phyllis Taylor, son in law, Winston Patey, brothers Edward Campbell, Allan Campbell, Herbert Campbell. Sisters Margarete (Herbert) Gorman, Susie (Hebert) Pilgrim, Sarah (Benjamin) Letto, brother in law Lorenzo Dredge

The family wishes to send thanks to the staff of Shirley’s Haven Seniors Home for their care of our mother during her stay at the home. Also thank you to the doctors and nurses of Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital who helped to care for her and make her comfortable during her stay this past week. A special thank you to her granddaughter, Lisa Webb, who spent the last three nights with her in palliative care. Her presence and knowledge of palliative care helped us greatly during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, donations are graciously accepted to the Raleigh United Church Women in Bessie’s memory.

Visitation to take place from Raleigh United Church in Raleigh on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9 p.m. Sunday, October 22, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Funeral will take place on Monday, October 23, 2023 at 2;00 p.m. with Rev Art Kinsella officiating.

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

WAY, JOHN

May 3, 1928 – October 16, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother John Way of Savage Cove. After a short illness John passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the age of 95 years at the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony.

He was a loving, gentle and kind man, a fisherman, a carpenter, a boat builder, a man of many talents. He could often be seen on the wharf chatting with the fishermen or out on the point watching the boats through his spyglasses or sitting out on his front step. He also enjoyed his weekly visit to the co-op where he would see people and have a little chat. He was always willing to offer a lending hand to his family and in the community.

He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his son Elijah (Cicely), daughters Winnie (Stan), Daisy (Tom); Grandchildren Jeffrey (Joni), Sheldon (Peggy), Chad (Natasha), Denise (Monty), Damian (Trina), Robin (Ivy), Cleon (Vicki); Great Grandchildren Jonah, Sydney, Jayden, Nathan, Tori, Jaxon, Cody, Leya, Brittany, Brody, Josh, Jorja, Daniel, Staci and Benjamin; Sister Winnie (Ken) and extended family and friends.

He is predeceased by his loving wife of 66 years Louisa, Mother and Father – Keziah and Benjamin Elijah Way, Mother and Father-in law Clara and Stephen White, Brothers Llewellyn (Dulcie), Earl (Mary Ellen), Sisters Rachel (Charlie) and Jane.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Strait of Belle Isle Health Centre in Flowers Cove and to the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital for their care and compassion.

The only thing deeper than the pain of losing you was our love. Rest in Peace.

Visitation to take place from St. Marks Anglican Church in Savage Cove beginning Wednesday, October 18, 2023 and will continue daily until the funeral on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 11:00 am with Rev. Canon Vernon Short officiating. Interment to follow.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.

CANNING, SUSIE

April 22, 1943 – October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness and broken hearts that the family of Susie Nita Shirley Canning announce her passing at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL on October 9, 2023 at the age of 80. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Susie will be remembered for her love for her family and her kindness to everyone. She married the love of her life on June 28, 1961 and they had 5 beautiful children together. She gave her heart to the Lord on July 14, 1974 and was very active in the Apostolic Faith church. She was a member of the choir for 45 years, leader of the youth choir, president of the ladies group and a Sunday school teacher for many years.

She was an exceptional wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and had so much love for everyone. She worked very hard for her family and made sure they had everything they needed and wanted. She loved to knit, sew, crochet, bake and cook. She was an awesome seamstress and could make anything from wedding/graduation dresses, quilts or snowmobile seat covers. She made wedding/ birthday/retirement cakes for most everyone in the Englee area. She loved to spend time with her husband berry-picking, gardening and splitting and packing in the wood.

Susie is predeceased by her parents Gordon and Daisy Hopkins; parents-in-law Ivan and Myrtle Canning; Daughter Baby Canning; Sister Betty Randell; Sister-in-law Phyllis Cassell; Brother-in-laws Harrison Canning, Albert Cassell, Winston Fillier & Wilbourn FIllier.

She leaves to mourn with a lifetime of precious memories her Husband Martin; Daughter Linda (Nick); Sons, Bob (Loretta), Barry, Brian (Mavis); Grandchildren Crystal (Jeffery), Cory (Gillian), Tyson (Ashley), Tyler, Tylee (Toby), Robin (Cody), Robert (Cathlyn); Great-grandchildren Blake, Summer, Kayden, Chance, Makenna, Tianna, TJ, Mackynzie, Emmett; Brothers Calvin (Pearl), Wilson (Bertha), Scott (Shirley), Kevin (Dorothy), Guy (Sadie); Sister Joan (Rene); Sister/niece (Vivian); Brother-in-laws Wilson (Lillian), Earl (Hazel); Sister-in-laws, Madonna, Louise, Joan (Grant) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Visitation will take place at the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee on Friday and Saturday October 13 & 14, 2023 at 2:00-4:00 PM & 7:00-9:00 PM. Family Service on Saturday 7:00 PM. Memorial service will take place on Sunday October 15, 2023 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Kirby Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow at the Apostolic Faith Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

KEAN, JERRY

November 8, 1941 - October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness and fond memories that we announce the passing of Jerry Kean at the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 81 years.

Jerry was born in Pound Cove, Bonavista Bay, NL on November 8, 1941.  His parents Cyril and Florence moved to Nobles Island, Quirpon, NL in 1948 and later moved to St. Anthony where he attended school. 

 Jerry was 5th in the family of 10 siblings. From a young age Jerry enjoyed playing the guitar and playing sports.

 He worked in Goose Bay, Frobisher Bay and with I.G.A in St. Anthony.  He met and married the love of his life, Virtue Sulley in March 1962.

 Together they had and raised 6 children Velma, Frank, Dana, Gordon, Trudi and Nicole. And later they welcomed 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

 Jerry worked 31 years with Grenfell Regional Health Services as a painter/plaster.  After he retired in 1997 he volunteered and played music for seniors, the church and local events.

 He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He loved his family and music and his family loved him.  Jerry was always playing musical instruments at his house. Whether he was playing a guitar, piano or listening to downloaded music, he had the most perfect way to express and calm the soul.

 “Music is the prayer the heart sings”.  “Where words fail, music speaks”.  

 He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Jerry leaves to mourn with a lifetime of fond memories, his Children: Madonna Dorothy Canning, Velma (Rod) Bown, Frank (Ruby), Dana (Sharon), Gordon, Trudi (Wade) Hiscock, Nicole (Bern) Johnson; Grandchildren: Matthew (Natasha), Deborah (Sheldon), Justin, Stacey (Gaylon), Ashley (Jordan), Jonathan (Lina), Amanda (Leslie), Brittany (AJ), Bernie, Joshua (Tyra), Marshall (JayLynn), Jessica (Jason), Rachel (Curtis); Great-grandchildren, Quinn, Alexis, Gemma, Blake, Noah, Xavier, Blaire, Luke, Braya, Jaxson, Jordyn, Jenna, Mylah; Siblings: Mildred Carter, Ben, Elizabeth (Wilfred) Boyd, Sophie (Calvin) White, Anne (Jim) Smyth, Rowena (Truman) Buckle, Jean (Levi) Reid, Joe (Angela), as well as many nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

Jerry is predeceased by the love of his life: Virtue Kean; Parents: Cyril and Florence Kean; Mother and Father-in-law: Leander and Florence Sulley; Brother: Frank; Brother in-law: Eric Carter; Sister-in-law: Gladys Kean.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Doctors, Nurses, and staff of the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital for their compassion and care over the past year.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 8-9 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 and 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 2:00 pm from the St. Anthony United Church. Cremation to follow, burial details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made of a charity of ones choice.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.

JACOBS, DONALD GREY

June 4, 1932 - October 9, 2023

Donald Grey Jacobs was born on June 4, 1932 to James & Violet Jacobs of Hampden, NL. He was one of 15 children that completed the family. At the age of 8, Donald & the Jacobs family moved to Roddickton. As a young man, he met Clarice Compton, whom he married on June 27, 1953. From their marriage, 5 children were born.

During his earlier years, Donald worked as a logger, then was employed as a mechanic with the local Dept. of Highways - from which he retired after 26 years of service. Following retirement, he continued to work with  Canada Bay Construction in Roddickton, with his long time fellow worker, Willis Hancock. He also continued to do repairs for local residents on their engines & motors. Donald seemed to have a deep & loving fascination with motors of any kind... whether new or Antique! His yard captured the attention of many visitors and tourists to Roddickton because of the various motors on display. Although he shared stories of the hardships of working as a logger, he enjoyed cutting firewood until his early 80's.

Donald passed peacefully away on Monday, October 9th at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Clarice; children- Clyde (Karen), Wavey (Wilfred), Sharon (Allan) and Lori (Andrew);  9 grandchildren & 10 great-grandchildren; and siblings- Edna (Jacobs), Calvin, Winston, Ellis, McKinley & Hilda (Canning).

He is predeceased by infant son George & grandson Robert; and siblings: Ellen (Pittman), Wilfred, Claude, Llewellyn, Harold, Rudy (Fillier), Murray & Ross.

Visitation will take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton, on Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral will take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 11:00 am with Pastor Chris Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow.

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

TUCKER, GORDON "GORD"

July 18th, 1945- October 6th, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon “Gord” Tucker: whom passed peacefully surrounded by his family at the Health Science Centre in St. John’s, NL; on October 6th, 2023.

He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: his daughter Lisa (Norman) Applin, and his two grandsons: Griffin and Parker Applin; and his dear friend Emma Hopkins.

He is survived by his brothers; Chris (Sheila) Tucker, Douglas (Marlene) Tucker, Edward Tucker, Robert (Wanda) Tucker; his sisters; Berdina Gloster, Annie (Robert) Poirier, Joyce Davies, Donna (Harris) Tucker, Joan (Wallace) Hoard; his sister-in-laws; Hilda Hempshall, Minnie (Michael) Noseworthy, Sheila (Darrell) Randell, Sherry Brenton, and Eunice Tucker; his brother-in-laws; Melvin (Christine) Brenton, Willis (Brenda) Brenton, Alvin (Marlene) Brenton, Bruce (Jackie) Brenton, Larry (Rhonda) Brenton, and Douglas Brenton. As well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Gord is predeceased by his parents, Albert and Ruth (nee Simms) Tucker; his wife Clara (nee Brenton) Tucker; his mother and father-in-law Eileen and Job Brenton; his siblings Joseph (Myrtle) Tucker, Charlotte (Frank) Lilly, Gladys (Edward) Patey, Gloria (Anthony) Notary, Pearl (Gabez) Howell, Effie (Charles) Hewlin, Herb Tucker, Francis, Verna, and Wilfred; his sister-in-law, Hildegard Tucker; his brother in-laws, Ralph Davies and Arthur Gloster; and his nephew, Tyson Brenton.

“Think of him faring on, as dear
In the love of There as the love of Here.
Think of him still as the same. I say,
He is not gone forever—he is just away.”

— James Whitcomb Riley

Visitation details to be announced. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 2:00 PM from the Bethel Pentecostal Church in Main Brook with Pastor Skinner officiating. Interment to follow in the Main Brook Salvation Army Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.

RICHARDS, BARBARA ANN

Passed away at her Home On October 7th, 2023, Barbara Ann Richards of St. Anthony NL in her 67th year.

Barbara leaves to mourn her Husband: Hubert; Sons: Colin (Petrina) and Cory (Lillian); Daughter Terri-Lee; Grandchildren: Niko, Anika, Dylan, Carly, Julie; Great-grandson: Kallum; Mother: Marion; Sisters: Janice(Alex), Lucinda(Elijah), Edith (Dexter); Brothers: Lester (Violet), Wade (Marie); Brothers-in-law: Willis (Shirley), Harrison (Judy), Lester (Viona), David (Jackie), Ben Denney, Faye Richards; Sisters-in-law: Florence (Freeman), Alma (Wayne), Nellie (Richard), and Janet.

Barbara was Predeceased by : Father: Pleaman; Brothers: Truman and Arthur; In-laws: John and Elizabeth Richards; Sisters-in-law: Evelyn Denney, Nina Hill; Brother-in-law: Headley Richards.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A family service will be held from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. The funeral service will take place from St. Mary’s on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 12:00 pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. with interment to follow at the St. Mary’s Anglican Community Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony And Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

CAMPBELL, ALVIN

July 1, 1932 - October 4, 2023

It is with heavy hearts, that the Campbell family announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Alvin Warren Campbell, age 91, of Wild Bight, formerly of Cape Norman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital.

Alvin was born on Cape Norman to the late Gertie (Bradbury) and Jacob Campbell.

Alvin worked 35+ years as a Lighthouse Keeper on Cape Norman where him and his wife raised their four boys.

Before trucks and cars, he would provide transportation to the hospital by snowmobile for anyone in need. He also took on the difficult task to recruit teachers to the area and would provide them housing.

He was an entrepreneur providing many services to surrounding communities such as a Yamaha and Dodge dealership, Campbell’s Esso Auto Body Shop and Gas Station and Harbour View Lounge and Take-out that many would argue had the best chicken around.

In his younger days, he enjoyed boat building, carpentry, snowmobile rides to the sawmill, helping out at the garage and bartending where he met lots of fishermen from around the province.

He loved the company of his children and especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Left to mourn are his sons Warren (Faye) Campbell, Randy (Emily) Campbell, Everett (Juanita) Campbell and Craig (Carolyn) Campbell; grandchildren, Tammy (Brad) Hedderson, Shannon (Carey) Pittman, Sonya (Donny) Cull, Jeremy (Tiffiny) Campbell, Monica (Cameron) Campbell, Jessica (Grant) Gaudet; great-grandchildren, Devon, Dana, Tyler, Riley H., Riley P., Annika, Mila, Remi, Reid and Wyatt; brother Lyle; sisters Marjorie and Elsie, sister-in-laws Virginia (Fred) Bursey, Grace Laing and Tamsey Laing.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Jessie; parents Gertie and Jacob Campbell, his mother and father-in-law Jane and Norman Laing; brothers Malcolm, Joseph, Seymour and Everett; brother-in-laws Walter, Curling, Stewart, Lloyd, Stanley; sister-in-law’s Elizabeth, Martha and Evelyn.

Visitation will be open to the public on Friday, October 6th, 2023 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm, followed by a family service at 8:30pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 7th at 2pm from the funeral home with Rev. Nath Larkin officiating. A graveside service will follow at Cape Norman graveyard.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Reardon, Funeral Director.