Passed away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on December 17, 2016 at the age of 71 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his Sister Provie; Sisters-in-law Doris, Muriel, and Doreen as well as a large circle of nieces and nephews. Eldred was predeceased by his parents Mary and James Poole, Brothers George, Hubert, Leander, Albert, James; Sister Elizabeth; and sister-in-law Helen. Visitation was held from the Anglican Church in St. Lewis from where the funeral took place on Wednesday, December 21st, 2016 at 11:00 am with Rev. Pervez Baig officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton.
CLEMENTS, MINNIE
Passed suddenly away on Dec. 19, 2016 Minnie Clements at the Connaigre Peninsula Community Health Centre, Harbour Brenton. She was predeceased by her husband Sidney Cassell and husband Randolph Clements. She leaves to mourn her daughters Joan (Bert) Hopkins and Doreen Cassell (Fred Reid); brother Boyce Winsor; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and her step-children and step-grandchildren and a circle of other relatives and friends. Pastor Ben Brown will conduct the funeral service at Calvary Pentecostal Temple Roddickton on Thursday at 11:00 a.m., Dec. 22, 2016, from where visitation took place.. Interment to follow at Roddickton Pentecostal Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hoskins Funeral Home (Grand Falls, NL) and Kerry M. Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger, Funeral Director
COMPTON, ALLAN HENRY
Passed away on December 5, 2016 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital with his family by his side at the age of 87 years. Allan was born on March 25, 1929 to the late Augustus and Maggie (Tucker) Compton. On March 25, 1953, he married Olive Hopkins, together they had seven children; Joan, Robert (Deceased), Yvonne, Bernice, Jean, Clyde, and Lesa as well as their special granddaughter Connie. Allan worked in his younger days in the woods from cutting wood to cook’s helper. In his later years he worked with the Department of Transportation, grading roads and plowing snow until retiring in 1989. He was very well known in all the community, as well as Roddickton and surrounding areas. He leaves to mourn his Wife Olive of 63 years, daughters Joan (Tony), Yvonne (Rudy), Bernice (Edmond), Jean (Harold), Lesa (Fergie), Connie (Jeff), Son Clyde (Deloris), eleven grandchildren, ten greatgrandchildren, three sisters, two brothers, daughter-in-law Sharon Compton, his special homecare worker “Sunbeam”, seven brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law along with many nieces, nephews, and friends. No one was a stranger to “Fadder.” He was predeceased by his son Robert. - “Rock Of Ages, Cleft For Me, Let me hide myself in thee” Visitation was held at the Salvation Army Church in Englee from where the funeral service was held at 2:00 pm on December 8, 2016 with Major Collins officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Siobhan Mauger Funeral Director. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Anthony or Englee Salvation Army Corps.
BYRNE, MARIE
Passed away on December 6, 2016 at Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 93 years. It is with great sadness that the family of Marie Byrne announces her passing. Marie was born to Michael and Rose Flynn on Jan 4, 1923. She grew up on the later resettled Grey Islands. She moved to St. John’s during World War 2 to work on the American Base and returned a few years later when her mother became ill to care for the family. A short while later she moved to Conche to work as a servant girl for the Fitzgerald family. There she met Leo Byrne, who she married on June 10, 1947- and settled in Conche to raise a family. Marie was a hardworking, strong, and independent woman who devoted her life to her family. Times were not always easy but she persevered. Though she worked hard, Marie always took time to enjoy life, she was a wonderful accordion player and loved to tell stories (along with her sister Nell) about life on the Grey Islands. They loved to reminisce about the good old days. Marie loved the social gatherings with family and friends in her home on the hill. Everyone was welcomed. There was lots of music, dancing, fun, and laughter. As well, she loved reading, watching hockey games, game shows on television, and playing cards with her friends. She had a great sense of humor and was “as sharp as a tack.” Her motto in life that she often repeated was: “main thing is not to worry.” Marie lived a good, healthy life until sickness struck her four years ago. She recovered from two major surgeries and spent a few more years in her own home. Sadly her health deteriorated and she moved to Roddickton House Seniors Complex in March 2016. In October she became ill and was admitted to Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony where she passed peacefully away on December 6, 2016. She leaves to mourn her Sons Roland (Maude) Flynn, Cecil (Linda) Byrne, Stephen Byrne, Ronald Byrne, Eugene Byrne, Cyril Byrne, Gerard (Ethel) Byrne; Daughters Corrine (Maxwell) Sexton, Anita Byrne Roberts, Irene (Stan) Norman; Sisters Ellen Byrne (Conche), Anita Flynn, and Eileen Lidster; 20 grandchildren, 29 greatgrandchildren, and three great-greatgrandchildren, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was predeceased by husband Leo Byrne, parents Michael and Rose Flynn, Brothers Cyril, Ronald, and Sister Elsie Buchanan. Visitation was held at Sacred Heart Church, Conche from where the funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 9th, 2016 with Fr. Lourdhu officiating. Interment followed in the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Conche. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
STRYDE, ELIZABETH BERTHA
Passed away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on November 29, 2016 at the age of 70 years. Elizabeth Bertha Stryde (Nee Hill) was born in Cooks Harbour on March 15, 1946 to proud parents, Gertrude and Ernest Hill. On August 16, 1967 she married the love of her life, Alfred James Stryde. They were blessed with the birth of three sons, Gordon, Darren, and Shawn. Elizabeth was predeceased by Gordon in 1968. Elizabeth and Alf also raised Kathy Tucker for a number of years. It wasn’t money or the finer things in life that contributed to her happiness- it was her family and the large number of young people whose lives she touched while serving in different capacities at her Corps. Elizabeth served her church for many years as a Sunday School Teacher, Y.P.S.M., CCM, Home League Member and Thrift Store Volunteer. She will be missed and remembered by her husband Alfred, sons Darren (Patrina), Shawn (Carol), grandchildren Krista and Nathan, Sisters Mary Jane Rowbottom and Margaret Rose and a large circle of friends. Elizabeth was predeceased by her Son Gordon, Parents Ernest and Gertrude, brothers Joe, Albert, Tom, and Harvey. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatre's Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The Funeral took place from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony at 2:00 pm on Thursday, December 1, 2016 with Captain Brown officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre's Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
RANDELL, LILY JANE
RANDELL, Lily Jane, born on February 06, 1924 into the family of Jonathan and Naomi Newman. Others born to the family Daniel, deceased, William Deceased, Deliah Pittman, Deceased and Winnie Randell. Lily met her husband Manuel Randell at Little Harbor Deep, they were married on October 27, 1947 To this union were born three children Fred, Alfreda twins and Celie. Manuel and Lily lived in the small fishing village of Little Harbor Deep until the resettlement program 1964 at which time the family relocated to Englee, NL. Lily worked at the local Fish Plant until her retirement in 1989. Lily was an excellent seamstress and spent countless hours sewing for many people in the area. She would make a garment from a picture from a catalog, no patterns necessary she spent many of her retirement years knitting slippers, socks , sweaters and some of the nicest baby outfits ever seen. In 1990 Manuel and Lily moved to Roddickton, to be closer to their family. After Manuel's passing, September 19, 2001 Lily lived in her own home until late May of this year at which time, after suffering from a fall decided to move into long term care at the Seniors home at Roddickton, where she resided until October when she was hospitalized at St. Anthony until her passing on November 23, 2016 when she went to be with her Lord, her dream come true. Lily truly loved the lord and dedicated her life to him at the young age of 9 years. She attended church every Sunday, no matter what the weather, until last winter when her strength began to fail. By her passing, she leaves to cherish her memories, Son Fred (Melina) Englee, Daughter Alfreda (Ivan Cassell) Steady Brook, Daughter Celie Parsons, Roddickton, Sister Winnie Randell and 8 grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren and 4 Great, great grandchildren and a large number of relatives and friends.Visitation was held at the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton, from which the burial was held at 2:00pm on November 27th, with Rev. Chris Hewlett officiating. Burial followed the Memorial service at the Apostolic Faith cemetery, Roddickton. Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
DOYLE, CHESLEY
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Mr. Chesley Doyle announce his passing in St. Barbe on Friday November 25, 2016 in his 75th year. Chesley will be greatly missed by wife Caroline of Forty- Three years his children Gary (Gladys) and Stephanie (Randy), his Grandchildren Zachary, Lynestha, Ashton, and Aidan. He also leaves to mourn his Brothers Colin (Doreen) and Leslie (Karen), his Sisters Linda Gibbons (Douglas) and Virginia Gibbons, Brothers –in-law George (Judy), Stephen(Rachel) and Hhyman (Michelle Cornelius, Sisters-in-law Vivian Parsons and Yvonne Applin(Lambert). HE was predeceased by his Father Abraham, Mother Maggie, Brother Wilfred, and Brother-in-law James. Visitation was held at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove from Sunday Nov. 27th followed through until the funeral on Tuesday Nov. 29th, 2016 at 2:00pm with Rev. Jennifer Renault officiating. Interment followed in the Anglican Cemetery in Black Duck Cove. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Homes, Lee Nippard Funeral Director
KEATS, JOSEPH REGINALD SR.
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Joseph Keats announce his peaceful passing at his residence on November 26, 2016. He leaves to mourn, his loving wife of 68 years Jane (Mitchelmore); seven children, Lydia (Dave), Bonnie, Ellen (Calvin), Samuel (Barbara), Edna (John), Joseph Jr (Nancy), David (Karen) and special daughter/granddaughter Deanne (Fred); Brother Ralph (Mabel); Sister Gertie (Lloyd); Sisters-in-law Janet and Florrie, as well many grandchildren, great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild and a large circle of family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Samuel and Emma, brothers Raymond and Baxter as well as his sister Edna. Visitation was held at Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony Beginning on Sunday, November 27, 2016 and continuing until the funeral which was held from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at 11:00 am with Rev. Katie Flynn officiating. Interment followed in the St. Anthony Anglican Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard funeral director. Flowers and Donations will be graciously accepted by the family or a charity of choice.
FLYNN, PHILIP JOHN
Passed away at the Health Science Centre in St. Johns on November 23, 2016 at the age of 50 years. Visitation was held at the Sacred Heart Parish in Conche from where the funeral service was held on Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 10:00 am with Fr. Lourdhu officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. FIllatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
CHAMBERS, ALBERT
Passed away on November 16th, 2016 at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at 66 years of age. He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories his children Tiffany (Danny), Deidre (Elliott), and Dillon; Grandchildren Samuel, Lucas, Catherine, Grace; Mother Miriam; Brothers Ronald (Anne), Garfield (Geraldine); Sisters Betty (Jim), and Gloria (Bill). He was predeceased by his father Ronald Chambers Sr. Visitation took place at the Church of the Advent in Plum point from where the funeral service was held on Monday, November 21, 2016 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Terry Rose officiating with cremation to follow. Interment will be held at the Pond Cove Anglican Cemetery; details to be announced. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.