It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steward Genge who passed away July 30,2022 at his family residence in Anchor Point surrounded by his loving and devoted family at the age of 76 years.
Steward leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories, his wife of 55 years Dorcas, his daughter Easta (Dan), his son Rick (Crystal) his pride and joy his grandchildren,
Malcolm (Caylee), Ricki and Lauren as well as a large circle of relatives and friends.
He was predecessed by his parents Emanuel and Dora Genge, brothers Montrose and Emanuel Jr, special friend Steve
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillaters Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral director.
WHITEWAY, EDWARD
July 23 1951 – July 28 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Edward Whiteway Sr. of St. Julien’s/Main Brook announce his passing at the age of 71 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories his loving partner Bonnie Burton, Stepdaughter Ashley (Sarah), Siblings Lillian (Ed), Anne (Wayne), Gordon (Laverne), Rose (Kevin), Ken (Regina), Daphne (Dwayne), Sharon (Roy), Cora (Jeff), Jason (Krista), sister-in law Jackie as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents Maude and John, brother Kevin and sisters Phyllis and Joan.
Big Ed, as he was mainly known, enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He especially enjoyed visits from Ashley and Sarah. He had a big heart and would give the shirt off his back. His great sense of humor drew people to him. He loved to make people laugh and could cook up a delicious hot Sunday dinner.
The funeral service will be held on August 1st at 11:00 am in St. Julien’s at the St. William’s Church with Fr George officiating. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres funeral home St Anthony, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
EDDISON, MABEL
March 26th, 1935 - July 25th, 2022
Peacefully passed away July 25th, 2022 at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 87 years. Mabel leaves to mourn with cherished memories her daughters Marie (David) Stephens, Shirley (Darryl) Osmond, Glenice (Fred) Carter, Pansy Roberts; sons Harvey (Evelyn), Boyce (Alice), Colin (Brenda) and daughter in law Pauline Eddison as well as a large circle of family and friends. She was predeceased by husband, Carmen; son Hedley; parents Jack and Daphne Andrews; sisters Nina and Dulcie; grandsons Lindsay and Melvin and son-in-law Loren Roberts.
Family and friends are welcome to visit the Central United Church on July 26, 2022 at 3:00pm and 7:00 pm to pay respect. A funeral and celebration of life will take place on Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Pastor Jeff Elliott officiating, followed with burial at the Central United Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to KM Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
SLADE, ALFRED FRANK
May 13, 1930 - July 17, 2022
Frank was born on May 13, 1930 at Lushes Bight, Notre Dame Bay to John and Laura Slade. At the age of 4 Frank moved with his family to St. Anthony where he grew up. At an early age Frank started working on the Grenfell Mission and then later fishing on several different boats. He also had several jobs in his younger years at Goose Bay, Toronto and North Carolina.
While in North Carolina he almost got drafted into the US Army to fight in the Korean War. He had to decide between going in the US Army or returning to Canada, which he decided to return to Canada. On returning to Canada he met up with his buddy Don Penney in Toronto who was in the Canadian Army and he enlisted in the Canadian Army for the Korean War. Frank was a sergeant and paratrooper in the War. After the War Frank stayed in the military for a short time before being honourably discharged.
He worked for a short time in Toronto as a police officer before returning to Newfoundland and Labrador. Frank married Clara Patey on October 3, 1961 at Happy Valley/Goose Bay. He worked as an heavy equipment operator in Schefferville and Sagelak before returning to St. Anthony where he worked with Lundrigan’s on the roads being built on the Northern Peninsula. He then worked as the wharfinger at the government wharf in St. Anthony for many years before working as a commissioner at the airport until he retired.
In his younger years Frank loved hunting, fishing and out in boat. He was Lieutenant of the Canadian Rangers in St. Anthony for many years. He also loved animals especially his cats. Frank was a dedicated military man and this was evident to all who had a chance to talk to him.
Frank passed away on July 17, 2022 at the John M Gray Center at the age of 92 years.
He is survived by his Brother, Norman (Dorothy); Sisters, Maude (Jim) Delaney, Jessie (Bruce) Rye, Joyce Cull; Brothers in Law, Louden (Druscilla) Patey, Hedley (Marina) Patey, Ron (Pam) Patey, Ralph (Sally) Patey; Sisters in Law, Mary Slade, Kitty Slade, Victoria Marshall; Nephew, Jeffrey (Janette) Slade; Niece, Phyllis (Neil) Ireland; Close Friends Mary and William Patey as well as many other family members and friends.
He is predeceased by his Wife, Clara; Parents, John and Laura Slade; Brothers, Cyril Slade, Raymond Slade, Eric Slade; Sister, Marg Rickett; Brother in Law, Ron Cull, Robert Rickett; Sister in Law, Ellen Slade.
The family would like to thank the staffs of Shirley’s Haven Personal Care Home, Charles Curtis Hospital and John M Gray Centre for providing care and comfort over the past 4 years.
Public visitation to be held at Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 and from 2-4 pm and 7-8 pm on Thursday, July 21, 2022. A private family visitation will take place on Thursday at 8:00 pm. The funeral service will be held from the St. Anthony United Church at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 22, 2022. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
BUDGELL, LESTER ROSS
October 5, 1951 - July 17, 2022
Lester Ross Budgell was born in St. Anthony on October 5, 1951 to Fred and Dora Budgell. He was one of ten children that grew up scouring the rocks and ice pans on Fishing Point. In 1975 he met the love of his life, Donna Richards and they celebrated 40 years of marriage on August 4th of last year.
Lester and Donna settled in St. Anthony, where they had 4 loving children. Lester was a teacher and guidance counsellor in St. Anthony for many years until retiring in 2004, touching the lives of many students along the way.
Lester was a true gentleman with a kind, generous spirit who lived to help others and exhibited a deep love for God and Family. He was a fixture in the Salvation Army church and significantly contributed to the St. Anthony Corps as a band member, worship team leader and frequent vocalist. He enjoyed cooking, snowmobiling, boil-ups, music, hockey and especially spending time in his fishing boat or the salmon river.
Under the caring hands of the staff at Curtis Memorial Hospital and after a lengthily, courageous battle with declining health and family by his side, Lester peacefully passed away on July 17, 2022.
Lester loved to entertain, and especially loved visits with his children, grandchildren and friends. Lester will always be remembered with deep love and affection by his soul mate, Donna and their 4 children Justin (Joanne), Timothy (Stephanie), Chrisoula (Jordan), David (Caitlyn), as well as 7 grandchildren Reed, Rohen, Brie, Emilia, Brian, Mya, and Joseph.
The Budgell family gratefully acknowledges all individuals who offered medical, spiritual, emotional and physical comfort during Lester’s period of illness, especially medical professionals at Curtis Memorial Hospital and the Health Science Center in St. Johns.
Visitation to take place from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony beginning 7-9 on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 and continuing on Wednesday from 2-4 pm and 7-8 pm to be followed at 8:00 pm by a private family service. The funeral will take place on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 2:00 pm with Major Stokes officiating. Interment to follow. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.
BONNELL, NORMAN
August 14, 1945 – July 12, 2022
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Norman Bonnell of Forresters Point, announce his passing at the age of 76 years. He leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories, his loving and devoted wife Vera; nephew/son Carey (Sheri) Bonnell stepdaughter Renotta (Neil) Mahar; Grandchildren; Ryan & Jayme Bonnell and William Mahar; his siblings: Mamie, Millie (Abraham), Francis (Lionel), Gladys, Ivy, Lorenzo (Louise) as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents: James and Elizabeth Bonnell; father in law William Wells and mother in law Lydia Wells; brother in-laws Alphonsus O’Neil, George Coombs & James Gibbons. Norman had a deep love for his family and friends and always enjoyed fishing, hunting and trapping as well as a good game of cards. Friends may attend the family service at St. Mary’s Church in Black Duck Cove on Saturday July 16th at 8 PM. The funeral service will be held on Sunday July 17th at 2 PM at St. Mary’s Church with Rev. Coates officiating. Interment to follow. All expressions of sympathy and flowers are graciously accepted.
“Forever In Our Hearts”
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director.
MYERS, EDMUND LEO
It is with Great sadness that the family of the late Edmund Leo Myers, of Bartletts Hr, announce his passing at the age of 81 years.
He Leaves to mourn Wife Geraldine Myers Nee Caines : Daughter Emma Myers (Abe Hughes), Grandson Howard Myers Jr. (Deanna)
Chrildren: Marcell Myers (Donna), Howard Myers sr. (Margaret), Dan Myers (Colleen), Erline Myers Parsons.
Grand Children : Sideny, Cynthia, Chelsea, Kevin, Ann, Brandon, Sarah, Hannah, Adam, D.J. & Hilary
Great Grand Chrildren: Ava, Norah, Jacob, Mason, Ryder, Joan, Miley, Blade, Scarlett & Piper
Brother: Adrian Myers (Marina)
Special Nephew: Romeo Myers (Lucy)
Sister: Emma Hughes
And Friend John Plowman (Shirley)
Predeceased by Son Eddie Myers, Sisters Hilda Pittman. Brother Cornelious Myers
Parents James Myers and Alice Myers (Mahar)
BREEN, CHARLES JOSEPH
January 29th, 1938 - July 8th, 2022
It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness we announce the passing of a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. Charles passed away Friday July 8th, 2022 at the John M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony at the age of 84.
Charlie was born in Canada Harbour to John and Gertrude Breen. He was remembered for played his accordion at school but most will remember him as the accountant at John Reeves Ltd. and a local business owner. He loved to stay busy, always working on some type of project, and in his spare time he would return home to Canada Harbour where he felt most at peace. His love of the ocean was only surpassed by his love for animals.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife Dorothy, Children Chris (Tracy) & Doreen (Jesse), Brothers Aiden (Ann), Edgar (Olive), Gordon (Margaret), Melvin (Susanne), Patrick (Blanche) as well as a large number of other relatives, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Charles is resting at Faith Pentecostal Church in Englee. Visitation to take place on Monday, July 11, 2022 from 2-4 pm & 7-9 pm. Funeral service to be held Tuesday July 12th @ 2:00 pm with Pastor Paddock officiating. Interment to follow at Englee Pentecostal Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to your local SPCA.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.
REARDON, BRENDON
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Brendon Reardon on June 27, 2022.
Brendon moved away from the GNP at a young age and pursued a career in computer programming and computer technology. He spent the last 25 plus years living in Topsail, CBS but Brendon always called the community of Goose Cove home. He returned home at every opportunity. He enjoyed the simple life that Goose Cove had to offer. He’d spend his time fishing, hunting, boating, cooking up meals, singing and playing guitar , and always made an overnight trip to Ireland Bight .
Brendon was highly intelligent with an inquisitive mind, a lover of learning and knowledge. He enjoyed reading, researching, and keeping up on the news and world events .
Brendon's greatest accomplishment and joy in life was his daughter Olivia. Unfortunately, his role as Dad here on earth was cut too short, we’ll find comfort knowing they are reunited and enjoying all Daddy-Daughter things together again.
Left to mourn with fond memories are siblings; Dan (Jose), Elmore, Ralph (Philomena), Carl (Wanda), Eileen (Alyster), Sheila; Special Niece, Vanessa Ricks and lifelong friend, Todd Powell as well as a large circle of family and friends .
Brendon is Pre-deceased by parents Ambrose and Hilda Reardon, Daughter Olivia Genevieve , Brothers Sylvester and Gord, step brother Edward Reardon and sister-in-law Rosalind, and niece Candice Lewis.
Funeral Mass will be held at the Church of The Immaculate Conception in Goose Cove NL, With Father George Officiating, Burial will follow the service at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Goose Cove.
Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director
SMITH, THOMAS
August 7, 1935 - June 26, 2022
Thomas Smith passed peacefully away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, St. Anthony at the age of 86 years old, on June 26, 2022, with his family at his side.
He was born in St. Anthony on August 7, 1935, the son of John and Drucella Smith of Raleigh. Thomas married the love of his life, Hilda (nee Taylor) on February 14, 1955. Together they had five children Joyce, Pansy, Terry, Shirley and Peggy.
Thomas spent a number of years working as a equipment operator with Stanley Hodge in St. Anthony. In 1969 he went to work with NL Hydro as a plant operator, 11 years later continued as a fisherman for his remaining career. He lived a good healthy retirement, enjoying moose hunting, tending to his garden, visits from his grandchildren and many trips salmon fishing in Main Brook with very special friends.
He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, his loving wife Hilda, daughters Joyce, Pansy, Peggy, Shirley (Jeff), and son Terry (Linda), brothers Willis, Barton (Virtue), sister Viola (Abiel), 12 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
He is predeceased by his parents, John and Drucella, brothers Jack (Anna), Felix (Joanna), Jerry (Jane), Noah (Laura), sister Elizabeth (Caleb), sister in law Nellie and son in law Gilbert.
Thank you to the staff of ICU, Palliative Care and to Dr. Milani and Dr. Mina at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital, your thoughtfulness and kindness will never be forgotten.
Visitation to take place from 7 to 9 pm on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony with Funeral service to take place on Thursday, June 30 at 11:00 am at Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home as well. Grave site service to follow at Anglican Cemetery in Raleigh.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard, Funeral Director.