August 25, 1938 - August 9, 2021
Evelyn was born in Hooping Harbour to Alfred and Bessie Pollard on August 25, 1938. She went to St. Anthony at age 15 and worked in the hospital with the Grenfell Mission. She later returned to Englee and worked at the hospital there. It was in Englee that she met her Sweetheart, Elias Cassell. Together they moved to Little Harbour Deep from 1957-1964. In 1964 they again returned to Englee where she worked on the fish plant for a short time. She was a homemaker who often would babysit and care for other children. She loved to knit, crochet, and loved her puzzle books. She attended church faithfully as it was her number 1 priority. She did not have any children of her own but was like a second mother to her sister Fannie’s 8 children, whom she loved- and they loved her too. She passed peacefully away at the White Bay Central Health Centre in Roddickton, NL on August 9, 2021 at the age 82 years.
She leaves to mourn, her husband, Elias Cassell; Special Niece, Bessie Mae whom she lived with for the past 6 years; Sisters, Irene, Yvonne (Fred Canning), Joan; Brothers, Hayward (Joan Pollard), Alwin (Fay Pollard); Nieces, Nephews, and a large number of Relatives and Friends. She is predeceased by her Parents, Alfred and Bessie Pollard; Sisters, Sadie, Edith, Myrtle, Fannie; Brothers, Wilmore and Ricky; Brother-in-law, Chesley Randell, Jerry Randell, Ivan Gillard; and Parents-in-law, Ashton and Lilly Cassell.
Visitation to be held on Thursday, August 12, 2021 from the Apostolic Faith Church in Englee from where the funeral will be held on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Michael Ivany officiating. Interment to follow in the Apostolic Faith Cemetery in Englee. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
CUNARD, FRANK
March 10, 1936 - August 10, 2021
Passed away August 10, 2021 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 85 years. Frank was an avid berry picker, there is nothing he loved more than to be on the marsh picking berries. His family was everything to him. In particular, his children and grandchildren were his life. He spent hours looking at pictures of his 10 month old Great Grandson, Lucas. He was also a life time Montreal Canadians fan.
He is forever loved and remembered by the love of his life, his Wife; Alfreda (Allingham) Cunard; Son. Blake (Linda) Cunard of Brig Bay.; Daughters, Virginia (Al) Arseneault of Fredericton, NB, Roxanne (Doug) Follett of Drayton Valley, Alberta; Chosen daughter, Laura (Robbie) Humber of Spruce Grove, Alberta; Sister in law, Marjorie (Mathias) Osborne, Brig Bay, NL; Brother in law, Pius (Linda) Allingham of Brig Bay, NL; Grandchildren, Hayley Cunard of St John’s, NL, Nathan Cunard of Brig Bay, NL, Michaela Cunard of Fredericton, NB, Astra Follett of Drayton Valley, Alberta, Parker and Easton Humber of Spruce Grove, Alberta; Great Grandson Lucas Vance of Fredericton, NB; Brother: Cecil (Lillian) Moores of Brig Bay, NL.; Nephew, Danny Pittman, who was very special to him, as well as many other nephews, nieces, and friends. He was loved by many.
He is predeceased by his parents Hubert Cunard and Winnifred Cunard; Sister, Lillian (Cunard) Pittman; Brother, Stanley Cunard. Visitation to take place from the Church of the Advent Anglican Church in Plum Point on Thursday, August 12, 2021 from where the funeral will be held on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 11:00 am with Rev. Gosse officiating. Interment to follow in the Pond Cove Anglican Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
WOODWARD, JAMES NEWMAN
November 12, 1934 - July 26, 2021
It is with great sadness, that we, the family of James Newman Woodward announce his passing on July 26, 2021, at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony, NL. It also brings us great peace to know he has been reunited with best friend and wife, Nina. Known by most as Jim, he was born to Rachel (Genge) and George Woodward of Boat Harbour on November 12, 1934.
Jim met Nina, his wife of 56 years, in his hometown of Boat Harbour where she came to fulfill her first job as a teacher. Later moving to St. Anthony, he went on to work with the Department of Highways as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He was known to give anyone a helping hand on a blustery day to find their way home safe and sound despite how many times he had to pull them out of a snow bank. He also had a love for music and friends where he found comfort in listening to George Jones or in his younger years squeezing a tune out of his accordion. His retirement was spent taxiing his wife and grandchildren, folding laundry, making after school snacks and the most delicious pot of vegetable beef soup you could imagine. He enjoyed spending time at their cabin at Long Point where they shared many games of cards and meals with family and friends. His most cherished past time was watching softball where his van would be found parked in the same spot every night where he was proud to cheer from the sidelines.
Jim is predeceased by his parents, George and Rachel, wife, Nina, brothers, Wilfred and Amos, sisters-in- law Keziah and Joyce and brother-in-law, Mark. Leaving to mourn are his cherished and beloved daughters Sheila (Jeff), Shauna (Barry), Shirley (Chris), the light and loves of his life his beautiful grandchildren Adam (Nikki) and Megan (Neil), sister-in-law, Dulcie, precious nieces and nephews and a large circle of extended family and friends.
It is with grateful hearts that we thank the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital, Shirley’s Haven and home support workers Patsy Sinyard-Pittman, Yvonne Dunphy and Travis Pilgrim for providing such wonderful care to our father and us during such a difficult time.
Private visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, July 29, 2021 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Cremation to follow. A joint celebration of life and burial for Mr. and Mrs. Woodward (Jim and Nina) will be held on Saturday, August 14th, 2021 at 11:00 am from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony by invitation only with Rev. Deacon Arthur Kinsella officiating . Inurnment to follow in the Anglican Cemetery in Boat Harbour.
BEST, PATRICIA BEAUFIELD
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Patricia Best announce her passing on March 18, 2020 at the Labrador Grenfell Health Facility, Happy Valley Goose Bay, NL at the age of 80 years. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Cathy (Perry) Bennett and Carol Best (James Gibbons); grandchildren: Megan Bennett, Matthew Bennett, Luke Gibbons, William Gibbons and Ben Gibbons; brothers: Calmond (Daisy) Beaufield, Guy (Juanita) Beaufield; sisters: Faye (Ross) Sweeney, sister-in-law Shirley Beaufield, Gladys Pilgrim, Elaine (Hedley) Langdon, Marie Smith (Scott-predeceased), Pamela (Brian)Guy as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Margaret and Charles Beaufield; husband Bud Best; brother-Raymond, sister-Muriel Gray. Memorial service to be held at the St. Anthony United Church at 2:00pm on Friday July 30, 2021 with Rev. Georgina Parsons Officiating, Burial to follow in the Fishing Point United Cemetery. Funeral Services entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
In lieu of flowers, Donations can be made to The Helping Hands.
ELLIOTT, ROY MAXWELL
July 25, 1928 - July 17, 2021
Roy Maxwell Elliott, of Raleigh NL, passed peacefully away in St. John’s NL, in his 93rd year.
Leaving to mourn with loving memories his son Ross (Thelma); sister-in-law Lillian Whitt; in-laws Scott Rowsell, Fred Budgell, and Mabel Taylor; Ruby, Robert, and Tony (Belinda) Best; niece Janet (Joe) Pitaro, nephews Bill (Louisa) and Rod (Tiffany) Budgell, Wade (Kelly) and Brad (Shiella) Whitt, and Tony Taylor, and families; Gerry (Trina), Bobbie-Lynn (Jamie Reardon), Michael (Colleen), and Courtney Best, and families; many caring and loved cousins; and a large number of other relatives and friends. Predeceased by wife Grace (née Taylor); Evangeline Best; son David; parents Gershom and Ida (Richards) Elliott; brother Ross; sister, Jean; parents-in-law Arch and Jane (Wright) Taylor; sisters-in-law Hazel Rowsell and Marion Budgell; brothers-in-law Gordon (Phyllis), Bill, and Cyril Taylor; and Calvert Best.
Thank you to the entire staff of Pleasant View Towers, 4NE and 3NE, for your kindness, humour, and outstanding care.
Visitation will take place at Barrett’s Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Thursday July 22, 2021 from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm. Visitation will also take place at the United Church, Raleigh on Sunday July 25, 2021 from 2:00-4:00pm and 7:00-9:00pm. Funeral service will follow on Monday July 26, 2021 at 2:00pm with Rev. Georgina Parsons officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
RUSSELL, JOHN CHARLES
August 3, 1924 - July 21, 2021
John (Uncle Jack) was born on August 3, 1924 to his parents, Charles and Rhoda Russell in Georges Cove, Labrador. As a young man, he moved to Main Brook where he made a living with Bowaters and fell in love with Kathleen Saunders. The two married in 1934 and went on to welcome seven children into the world. Uncle Jack’s work ethic and desire to provide for his family led him to pursue a lifelong career in the fishery. He returned to Labrador every summer with his family for the fishing season until the moratorium in 1992. A devoted father and grandfather, Uncle Jack enjoyed being surrounded by his grandchildren, especially those who grew up alongside of him. Uncle Jack was a very faithful man of God, he lived his faith and was very active in church until he could no longer attend. He passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord, whom he loved on July 21, 2021 at the age of 96 years.
He leaves to mourn his Sons, Gary (Elsie), Robert (Tanya), Bradley (Erin); Daughters, Jillian (Rex), Andrea (Perry), Maxine (William); Grandchildren, Darryl, Chris, Craig, Maria, Christa, Aaron, Amy, Justin, Erica, Johnathan, Jordan, Joshua, Jacob, Katelynn, Jackson; Brother-in-law, William Saunders, as well as a large number of greatgrandchildren, extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his Wife, Kathleen; Son, Eric Russell; Grandson, Ryan Russell; and his parents, Charles and Rhoda Russell.
Visitation will be held this evening at the Pentecostal Church in Main Brook with the funeral service being held at 2:00pm on Friday July 23, 2021 with Pastor Skinner officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
COLBOURNE, BRUCE
June 1, 1938 - May 17, 2021
Passed away May 17, 2021 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 82 years. Bruce was a good friend to everyone he met. Bruce is the son of the late Frederick and Jane Colbourne. Bruce and his twin brother, Allan Colbourne were born June 1st, 1938 in St. Anthony. They were the youngest of the family of 8 children. He leaves to mourn, one Brother, Allan Colbourne; Two sister-in-laws, Reta and Linda Colbourne as well as a number of Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, Friends and his close friend, Lyndon Hodge. Bruce is predeceased by his parents, Frederick and Jane Colbourne; Sisters, Florence (George) Burdette, Irene (Bill) Cook, Marjorie (Everton) Strangemore, Byrle (Alec) Simms; Brothers, Wilis (Bill) Colbourne; Morgan Colbourne, Edward Colbourne, as well as a special Uncle, John Colbourne. The funeral and burial service will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 11:00 AM from the St. Anthony United Church with Rev. Georgina Parsons officiating. Inurnment to follow in the Fishing Point United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
PARRILL, VIRTUE
it is with deepest sadness that the family of the late Virtue Parrill of Pines Cove announce her passing on July 18th, 2021 at the strait of Belle Isle Health Center in Flowers Cove, NL at the age of 78 years. She will be sadly missed by her children Clayton and Cedric (Cara); Grandchildren Cody, Dallas (Haley), Christian (Jessica), Cadie; Great Grandchildren Jake and Tommy; Siblings Nicholas, Olive, Chris (Shirley), Thamsie (Wallace), Hughie (Marie), Fred (Melvina), Maggie (Edmund), Patsy (Windsor), Barry (Ruby) and Susie (Scott), as well as her nieces, Nephews, extended family, Friends and her “Special Mothers” at the Ivy Durley place. Virtue was predeceased by her husband George Parrill, her parents Uriah and Mary Elizabeth Hughes, her sisters; Nancy, Velma, Dorothy and Olga, brother in law David Noseworthy and Sister in law Marjorie Hughes.
The family would like to send special thanks to the staff at the Ivy Durley Place and to her sisters Maggie Hughes, Patsy Hughes and Susie Macey for their tremendous kindness and exceptional care of mom when we couldn’t be home.
Visitation will be held at the St. Andrews Parish in Lover Cove on Tuesday July 20th between 8 and 10pm and Wednesday, July 21st between 10am and 12 noon followed by her celebration of life at 2pm with Revered Deacon Vernon Short Officiating. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
TOOPE, VIRGINIA
December 23rd, 1931 - July 15th, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Virginia Toope of Pond Cove announce her passing on July 15th, 2021 at the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders, NL at the age of 89 years. She will be sadly missed by her children: Kitty Allingham (Terry), Sheila Waddleton (Ken), Daulton Toope (Bonita), and Marie Kennedy (Lyman); her grandchildren: Michelle Allingham (Maxwell), Sonya Payne (Lenny), Sheila Gould (Donnie), Melissa Chambers (Maurice), Paul Kennedy (Brianna), Bianca Gould (Mike), Ryan Waddleton (Emilie), and Kendra Waddleton (Jonathan); her great-grandchildren: Tyra Payne, Jaron Lavers, Ethan Gould, Brett Payne, Blair Kennedy, Evan Kennedy, Kyle Kennedy, and Capri Gould, as well as a large circle of family and friends. She is predeceased by her loving husband Leonard Toope Sr., parents James and Christinia Chambers, sisters Evelyn Toope, Una Way, and brothers Clyde, Garfield, and Stanley Chambers. The family would like to thank the staff at the Rufus Guinchard Health Centre for all of their tremendous kindness and care during the last 10 months of Virginia’s life. Visitation will be held at the Anglican Parish of Plum Point on Sunday, July 18th between 2-4 and 7-9 PM, with her celebration of life to follow on Monday, July 19th at 2 PM with Reverend Deacon Vernon Short officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes of St. Anthony, NL.
Due to Covid restrictions, attendance is by invitation only.
PITTMAN, ANNIE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Annie Pittman. She passed away peacefully on July 14th, 2021 within the presence of her family at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital. Left to mourn is Children Gwen (Guy), Lydia, Wavie, Derrick (Beverly), Darlene (Pleman). Grandchildren Shand, Gina, Gavin, Kayla, Cory, Megan, Kelly, Neil, Latisha and Great Grand Children Alexis, Izaiah, Madison, Danika, Riley, Jarrett, Piper, Everett, Felicity, Halia. She is predeceased by her Mother Lucinda and Father Rueben Hedderson along with all her brothers and sisters. Public visitation will be held at Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home Saturday, July 17th, 2021 from 2-4 pm and Sunday, July 18, 2021, from 10 am-12 pm. The funeral will be held Sunday, July 18th at 4 pm at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony with Rev Deacon Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow in the New Anglican cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.