February 4, 1931 - February 4, 2021
Naomi was born to John and Julia Seymour in Margaree, NL. She met the love of her life, John Ball, and married him on January 13, 1949. Together they raised 13 Children. They moved to St. Anthony in 1963. Naomi is survived by 8 daughters; Annie, Eleanor, Gwenyth, Norma, Darlene, Julieann, Louise, and Nadine; 5 Sons, Eric, Merrill, Jim, Seymour, and George; as well as 31 Grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren; 6 Sisters, 2 Brothers, and a large number of family and friends. She is predeceased by husband John; Son, Matthew; Sons-in-law, Wilfred Reardon, Dana Macdonald, 2 sisters and one Brother. Private Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony. The funeral service to take place on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 2:00 pm from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony with Majors Henry and Beatrice Bingle officiating. Interment to follow.
RUMBOLT, HIRAM AMBROSE
February 27, 1956- January 23, 2021
It is with great shock and sadness the family of Hiram Ambrose Rumbolt announce his sudden passing on January 23, 2021 at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, NL, at the age of 64 years. Hiram is predeceased by his parents Chesley and Isabella Rumbolt of New Ferolle, NL. Leaving to mourn his common law spouse of 49 years, Deanna, son Murray (Pierrette), grandson Kaine, brother Cletus (Sophia), nephews Todd (Thelma), Tyson (Megan) and Victor (Tamara Marie), brother in law Shawn (Dana), special father and mother in law, Albert and Olga Coombs and a wide circle of relatives and friends. His family knew him as a kind, gentle and helpful man, always someone you could rely on. Hiram enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his son and grandson on the West Coast, hunting, fishing and of course working. He worked with the Department of Transportation and was a very dedicated employee, he loved his job and his work family. The family would like to thank the dedicated staff at Curtis Memorial, especially Dr. Iio and the ICU staff for their unwavering care and special attention to Hiram during his hospital stay. We will never forget your kindness and compassion. Hiram will be forever missed and always loved by those who were lucky enough to know him. Rest in Paradise. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
HUGHES, MARJORIE
Passed away into peace on the 19th day of January, 2021 Mrs. Marjorie Hughes of Green Island Brook, in her 81st year. by her side as she passed was her loving husband of 52 years Nicholas Hughes, also left to mourn her passing are Daughter/Niece Nancy (Hank), granddaughters Chloe and Sara, Sister Hazel (Late Walter Williams), Dulcie (Late William Applin), Beulah (Bruce Coates), Her Brothers Stewart (Juanita), Wallace (Thamsie), Wilson (Violet). Brother in laws Christopher (Shirley), Hughie (Marie), Fred (Melvina), Barry (Ruby), Sisters in Law Virtue (Late George Parrill), Olive (The late David Noseworthy), Thamsie (Wallace Parrill), Maggie (Edmund Hughes), Patsy (Winsor Hughes), and Susie (Scott Macey). Marjorie was predeceased by her parents Albert and Laura Parrill, mother and father in law Uriah and Mary Elizabeth Hughes, brothers Gordon , Cecil and John and sisters Evelyn and Olga. The Memorial Service and visitation took place at the St. Andrews Anglican Church in Lower Cove on Friday January 22, 2021 With Rev. Deacon Vernon Short Officiating. Burial followed the service in the Green Island Brook Anglican Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were provided by Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
The Family would like to especially thank the Nurses and the Staff at The Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital for treatment, care and concern shown to them during the tough times leading up to Marjorie’s Passing, your kindness will not be forgotten.
PILGRIM, CARL
March 20, 1945 - January 16, 2021
On the evening on January 16, 2021, at the age of 75, Carl passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour who he loved and served faithfully since an early age. He was a beloved husband, son, father, brother, grand-father, uncle and friend. Carl grew up in Griquet with a large family of five brothers and six sisters. He fished with his dad as a young boy until he moved to Goose Bay to work for Eastern Provincial Airlines. He married the love of his life, Yvonne Hedderson, on January 13, 1968 in Goose Bay and they started a family of four children in 1969. Carl and his young family moved back to Griquet in 1972, where he worked at Lewis's shop and then with TRA as a regional salesman until he retired. He was a jack of all trades and could do anything he put his mind to. He loved everything outdoors, woodworking, boat building, and being goofy. He will be forever loved and always in our hearts. He leaves to mourn his wife Yvonne; four children Carla (Shawn), Gradon (Dulcie), Lorna (Keith), and Cordella (Stephen); five grandchildren Joshua, Taylor, Andrea, Jonah and Julianna; mother Marshall (Lewis); siblings Jean (Gus), Joyce, Ruby (Phillip), Lawrence (Kathi), Joy (Allan), Alasdair (Faye), and Darrell (Ivy); long-time friend Ed Parr; and a large circle of other close relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Gordon, brother Gus, sisters Nancy and Patsy, and brothers-in-law Hayward and Guy. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family. Private Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Wednesday, January 20, 2020 from 10 am- 12 pm followed by the funeral at 2:00 pm from the Calvary Pentecostal Tabernacle in St. Lunaire-Griquet with Pastor Harnum officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
PILGRIM, WHITFIELD
March 21, 1946 - January 5, 2021
Whitfield Pilgrim was born on March 21, 1946 to Cecil and Eliza (Hedderson) Pilgrim in Noddy Bay. As a young boy he moved with his family to Main Brook. It was here that he spent his life. In 1968 he married Julia Noseworthy and together they raised five children. He worked with Bowaters until it ceased operation in Main Brook. He then went fishing. Whit was man who loved the outdoors. He enjoyed working in the woods, being out in boat, sealing and fishing. On Tuesday night he passed peacefully away at the age of 74 years. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Julia, his children Craig (Linda), Kent (Laura), Blaine, Darrell (Selina) and Melanie (Trevor), as well as 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers Pearce and Eddie, and his sister Myra and sister-in-law Shirley. He was predeceased by his parents Cecil and Eliza and his brother Garry. He will be sadly missed. The private funeral service was held on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 2:00 pm from the Main Brook United Church with Rev. John McGonigle officiating. Interment followed. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
COLES, EDMUND
December 18, 1940 - January 6, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a very special man, Edmund Coles. Edmund was born in Sandy Cove on December 18, 1940 to Ralph and Stella (White) Coles. He lived most of his life in Sandy Cove until he moved to Goose Bay for the last 3 years. He was the second of Twelve children and is predeceased by his brothers Howard and Albert, and his parents Ralph and Stella Coles. Edmund was a very well-known man who always thought of others before himself. He fished most of his life with his brothers and was Captain of the Viking Trail fishing boat. 10 years prior to his retirement he worked in PEI with his son-in-law Gary Larter in the construction business. Edmund loved the outdoors working in the woods, hunting and fishing.
Edmund is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Eliza Coles; his daughters: Zena (Tony) Curlew, Roxanne (Gary) Larter, his sons: Jeff (Dr. Joyce) Coles, Johnny (Gaye) Coles; 8 grandchildren: Johnathon Larter, Amy Curlew, Aleyah Coles, Ella Coles, Allissa Coles, Scarlett Coles, Jake Coles, and Jayme Coles; siblings Vivian Coles, Eldred (Evelyn) Coles, Eileen (Clyde) White, Lucy (George) White, Margaret Coles, Ralph Coles, Daisy Coles, Whyman (Marilyn) Coles, and Joy (Roland) White; special friend Gaye Rogers; and a large number of nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family extends a heartfelt thank-you to the dialysis staff at both the St. Anthony and Goose Bay Hospitals for their exemplary care over the last 14 years. Also wanted to thank Dr. Paul and his staff at the Health Science Center, in St. John's for never giving up on Edmund – very much appreciated.
Cremation has taken place with burial and family ceremony to be announced at a later date
MITCHELMORE, RHODA SUSAN
Is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Rhoda Susan Mitchelmore on December 28th, 2020. She passes at home with her husband by her side. . Born July 23rd 1936 to Amy and Jim McLean. She was the eldest of 7 kids. She is predeceased by her son Dean and mom and Dad Amy and Jim, sisters Millicent and Maisie. Mother and father in law Tom and Mamie Ellen. Brother in laws. Mainland and Harvey. She is survived by her husband of 61 years Graydon Mitchelmore. Son Jasper, daughters Jill and May. Grandchildren Graydon (Tammy), Deanie, Michael, Tammy. Great grandchildren Darrius and Marcus. Sister. Mamie Ellen, brothers John Thomas (Winnie), Vincent (Jessie) and Marcel (Eura). Sister in laws Bertha, Velma (Wally), Myrtle (Ren). She will be missed by many of her furry grandkids, Posie will especially miss his Nans’s cuddles. Rhoda Susan was devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She was a kind hearted person who had many friends and loved by all who knew her. She was an amazing cook and baker. She loved sharing what she made with family and friends or just people she met. You would never go to her home and leave hungry. She enjoyed a good game of cards and knitting, she knit socks for many family and friends as well as the homeless and kids at Janeway. If there was anyone in need she was there to help.
HEDDERSON, SARAH ELIZABETH
Sarah E. Hedderson, Born Feb. 22nd, 1925, passed into peace on the Dec. 26th of 2020 at her private residence in Straitsview NL. Sarah married Samuel Hedderson on April 5th, 1945. at Spillards Cove NL (Straitsview). Together they raised six children; Erdie, Bernard, Maysie, Carrie, Phillip, Shawn and Erdiel. Sarah worked as a house keeper in the early years and retired from fishing around age 61. She enjoyed the outdoors and spent a lot of time in the woods, gardening and Berry Picking. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing and mat hooking. Sarah was a loving grandmother of 20 grandchildren. She also had a large number of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Sarah will be lovingly missed by her family and a large circle of friends and relatives. She leaves to mourn Erdie Stroud, Bernard Hedderson, Maysie (Alvohn) Pilgrim, Carrie Beaufield, Phillip (Linda) Hedderson, Shawn Hedderson, and Erdie (Edward) Hynes. Sarah is also survived by her two sisters Florence Hedderson and Jessie Tucker. Sarah was predeceased by her husband Samuel, her parents Charles and Rebecca Decker, her daughter Edna, Her brothers Samuel, Avalock, Henry, Charles and Wilbert, her sisters Beulah and Bertha. The visitation and memorial service for Sarah was held at the funeral home in St. Anthony at 10am on the 30th of December, 2020 with Rev. Deacon Arthur Kinsella officiating, Burial followed in the Community Cemetery in Quirpon. Funeral services entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral director.
CULL, RONALD WILLIAM
March 13, 1939 - December 16, 2020
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a very special man, Ronald (Ron) William Cull. Ron was born in St. Anthony on March 13, 1939 to Uriah and Lavinia (Pilgrim) Cull. Ron lived all of his life in Great Brehat until he moved into the John M. Gray Centre approximately 3 years ago. He was the second of eight children. Ron is predeceased by his daughter Kathleen Cull, his parents Uriah and Lavinia Cull, his brother Wallace Cull and his two sisters Beatrice Cull and Ethel Ward. Ron is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Joyce Cull; his sons: Scott (Veronica) Cull, Morgan Cull (Joanna), and Frank Cull (Darlene); 6 grandchildren: Luke Cull (Shawna), Trevor Elliott (Tara), Robert Cull (Samantha), Rodney Elliott (Katie), Kathy Cull (Marcus), and Jenny Brown; 7 great-grandchildren; his siblings: Pearl Patey, Pearce Cull, Norman (Margaret) Cull, and Carl (Lillian) Cull; and a large number of nieces, nephews, and friends. Ron was a Jack of all trades, from the fishing boat to labor work and everything in between. He was a security guard at the Viking Mall in St. Anthony for 19 years and was a dedicated member of the LOL Lodge in St. Anthony for 50+ years. Ron was a devoted accordion player who truly loved to entertain and play music for any audience. Ron along with his two brothers Norman and Pearce and very close friends Jerry Kean, Will Whyatt, and Will Joe Simmonds were members of a local band called The Pumper Boys. The band entertained many people all over the Northern Peninsula and across Southern Labrador for many years. Ron was an avid volunteer who spent countless hours volunteering for many organizations and seniors homes. Ron contributed greatly to his family, friends, and community. He was a very well known man who always thought of others before himself.
The family extends a heartfelt thank-you to the nursing staff at the John. M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony where Ron resided for almost 3 years. Their professionalism and empathy during Ron’s stay, day in and day out, did not go unnoticed.
Private visitation and memorial service to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
CASSELL, EMMA HARRIETT
January 14, 1950 - December 16, 2020
Passed away at the John M Gray Center in St. Anthony on December 16, 2020 at the age of 70 years. She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her Husband, Harvey; Children, Marlene Tucker, Wilfred Cassell, Frank Cassell, Lisa Cassell (Keith), Robert Cassell, Luann Ropson (Roddy), Charity Cassell (Mike), Kristen Cassell (Andy); as well as 18 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. The private Funeral Service is to take place on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 2:00 pm from the Calvary Pentecostal Church with Pastor Mark Locke officiating. Interment to follow in the Pentecostal Faith Cemetery in Roddickton. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.