TAYLOR, CLAYTON BOYCE

July 20, 1960 - August 1, 2023

Boyce was born on July 20, 1960 at St. Anthony to Thomas and Louise Taylor. He was blessed with two beautiful daughters, Melissa and Melodie, and a grandson, Asher, whom he adored to the depths of his soul.

On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, Boyce peacefully passed away from this life to the next.

He leaves to mourn his daughters: Melissa, Melodie (Lance Householder); Grandson: Asher as well as his siblings: Mae (Eric), Willis (Leah), Gaye (Rodney), Irene (Willie), Wayne (Clara), Rex (Josephine), Dale, (Tommy), and a large number of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

He is predeceased by his parents, and sister Lydia. He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him.

Cremation has taken place, a Service of Tribute will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 10:30 am from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony with Pastors Jeff and Charity Butler officiating. Interment to follow.

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

PENNEY, CASSANDRA

Cassandra Penney (nee Field), of St. Anthony, passed away at Agnes Pratt Nursing Home on August 1, after 103 years of memories, laughter and a life lived with love.

Predeceased by her husband Joesph and a large circle of family members.

Left to remember her with endless cherished memories are her daughter Anita (Keith) Ludlow; her precious grandchildren: Lyndon, Brett (Megan), Wayne and Natalie (Franz); 5 great-grandchildren; sister Ann Field; brother Wesley Field, and many extended family.

Cassandra grew up in Cooks Harbour where she met the love of her life Joesph from St. Anthony. She spent most of her adult life in St. Anthony where she was active in the community. Cassandra was a member of the United Church Women’s Group, the Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the Fifty Plus Club, the Red Cross and many other community activities.

Cassandra was a kind and caring person with lots of love to give. She was a strong family person and welcomed family and friends into her home. Cassandra met many international people through her boarding house.

Cassandra was a spiritual person who enjoyed nature. She was an avid gardener who liked growing a variety of vegetables and flowers. Cassandra was a talented seamstress who enjoyed many hours of arts and crafts including quilting, knitting and crocheting.

At Casandra’s request cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life and interment will occur in St. Anthony, at a later date.

Donations in memory of Cassandra can be made to the St. Anthony United Church.

BENNETT, WALTER

It is with great sadness that the family of Walter Bennett announce his passing on July 26, 2023 at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony - at the age of 92. He passed peacefully with his family by his side. Walter was born in Greens Harbour, NL August 30, 1930 to parents Raymond and Elizabeth Bennett. After losing his mother at 9 years of age, he helped raise 2 brothers. He met his wife, Nellie and they married on October 1950 and moved to Main Brook. Together they raised 7 Children. He was a loving husband and father. Like his father and their fathers before them, he was a skilled blacksmith and worked with Bowaters for many years. After blacksmith work was no longer needed, he became a mechanic and started his own business with his wife Nellie by his side. He spent his retirement berry picking, beach combing, gardening, and collecting recyclables to raise money for the Janeway Hospital on his pedal bike; but his greatest pleasure was always making sure his wife was well taken care of. To celebrate his memory he leaves behind his children: Judy (Ambrose), Peggy, Bryan (Janice) Jean (Edward), Dianne (Carl), Paula (Edward), Perry (Cathy), - 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a large circle of loved ones that were touched by his wonderful life.

Visitation was Held at the Anglican Church in Main Brook on Saturday July 28th through to the Funeral Service, held at 11am on the 31st of July 2023 with Rev. Cannon Vernon Short officiating. Burial took place in The Main Brook Anglican Cemetery following the service.
Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatres Funeral Home St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey, Funeral Director

CARTER, FREDERICK JOHN

April 25,1947 - June 25, 2023

Passed away after a lengthy illness Frederick John Carter of Midland Ontario formerly of St. Anthony at the age of 76 years.

Fred was a gentle soul with a zest for life and a sense of humour like no other, He will be greatly missed.

Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his brother Woodrow(Joan), his brother Melvin(Debbie), and his sister Ellen(Elvis), sister in law Susan Carter. Also left to mourn are his nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews whom he loved dearly.

Predeceased by his parents Eli and Marcella Carter, his brother Marshall, and his sister Irene and her husband Elmore Bemister.

In the words of Fred "my name is Frederick John, I'll take the wheel barrow and dodge on."

Special thanks to The Villa Care Center in Midland for their care and compassion during Freds short stay.

Cremation has taken place with the funeral service to take place from the Salvation Army Citadel in St. Anthony on Monday July 24, 2023 at 11:00am with Majors Anthony Stokes and Beverly Dart-Stokes officiating. Inurnment to follow in the old Salvation Army Cemetery on the hill. All are welcome.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Rodickton.

GIBBONS, VIRGINIA

November 15, 1941 – July 18th, 2023

It is with great sadness, that the Family of the late Virginia Gibbons, announce her passing on July 18th, 2023, at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony. She passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord surrounded by family.

Virginia, also known as Virg or Virgee, was 1 of 14 children, born to John and Susan Williams on November 15th, 1941. In 1959, Virginia married the love of her life, Chesley Gibbons and lived on Current Island for many years until they were relocated to Forrester’s Point. Together, they had 9 children and with love and hard work, in times when things were difficult, they raised them to what they are today, with their traits following down the line through many of their generations. In 2016, Virginia moved to the Ivy Durley Home in Flower’s Cove, where she loved so much. Virginia was a very devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Leaving behind with loving and fond memories that will be cherished for a lifetime, 8 daughters and 1 son; Rhoda (Roy), Louise (Bax), David (Ellen), Nancy (John), Joyce (Rol), Sandra (Winsor), Elva (Claude), Debbie (Darren), and Lorie (Tony). Grandchildren; Ches (Diana), Darren (Nyeisha), Santana (Damien), Connie (Jeremy), Danica (Ash), Slader (Josephine), Melissa (Zane), Blade (Ryan), Crystal, Dominique (Wilga), April (Kerry), & Victoria, Great Grandchildren; Whitney, Nash, Parker, Carter, Claira, Brooke, Katie, Larissa, Scarlett, & Remington. Siblings/In-laws; Ruby (Gerald), Cora (Melvin), Stanley (Bessie), James (Cornelia), Edith (Kirby), Reginald (Sharon), MaryAnn Colbert, Wilson Taylor and a large circle of family and friends, especially those at the Ivy Durley Home in Flower’s Cove. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Virginia spent the last few weeks of her life at Curtis Memorial Hospital, where she was always treated with the upmost respect and compassion. Her family would like to thank all the nurses that cared for her during her time there. Their presence and care to our mom will never be forgotten and we thank them all so much!

Virginia is predeceased by Husband Chesley Gibbons, Grandson Roy Jr, Parents John & Susan Williams, In Laws Samuel & Deborah Gibbons and a large number of family members gone before.

Family service to take place at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Black Duck Cove on Thursday, July 20th, 2023, time to be announced. The funeral will take place on Friday, July 21st, 2023 at 3:00pm with Rev Short officiating. Interment to follow at the cemetery in Black Duck Cove.

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

BENNETT, NELLIE LORRAINE

September 2, 1931—July 15, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Nellie Bennett announce her passing on July 15, 2023 at the John M. Gray Center in St. Anthony at the ago of 91. She passed peacefully with her family by her side.

Nellie was born in Straitsview on September 2, 1931 to Parents Albert and Matilda Hedderson. After losing her mother at 2 years of age, she was raised by her Father, 7 brothers, and Sister. She met her husband, Walter and they married on October 1950 and moved to Main Brook.

Together they raised 7 children. She was such a loving wife and mother. She was crafty at everything she touched, whether it was sewing, knitting, or gardening. She was an amazing cook that let no one leave her home with an empty belly, and most of the time they left with a goody bag from her pantry of preserves. She and Walter operated a service station and sewing shop for many years together.

To celebrate her memory she leaves behind her children: Judy (Ambrose), Peggy, Bryan (Janice), Jean (Edward), Dianne (Carl), Paula (Edward), Perry (Cathy), as well as 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a large circle of loved ones that have been touched by her beautiful Life.

Nellie is predeceased by her Parents: Albert and Matilda Hedderson; Son-in-law: Tom Mitchelmore; Brothers: James, Mark, Noah, Edgar, Heber, Sam, Isaac, John; Sister: Marjorie.

Visitation to take place from the Anglican Church in Main Brook, on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, time to be announced with the family service taking place Wednesday evening. The funeral will take place at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 20, 2023 with Rev. Short officiating. Interment to follow.

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

ROBERTS, LYDIA

Passed peacefully away at Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital on July 8, 2023, Mrs. Lydia Rebekah (Powell) Roberts of St. Anthony, NL in her 89th year.

She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories, her daughters: Penny (Hank), and Rochelle (Lloyd); Grandsons: Frank (Petrina), and Cody; Granddaughters: Tobi (Doug), Jo, and Grace; Greatgrandchildren: Phoenix, Silas, and Eleanor; Sisters: Sadie and Gertie as well as a very large circle of relatives and friends.

She is predeceased by Husband: Mount; Parents: Albert and Sarah; Son: Perry; Brothers: Hedley, Melvin, Alfred, Donald and Gordon; and Sister: Beulah.

The family would like to thank the staff of Shirley’s Haven Personal Care Home for making our mom’s home for the last 10 years a very happy and loving place to live, and also the staff of Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital for taking exceptional care of our mom during her illness.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 from 1-2 pm with the funeral service to follow at 2:30 pm with Major Bingle officiating. Interment to follow.

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

BEAUFIELD, CALMOND

July 31, 1936 - July 11, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of the late Calmond Beaufield announce his passing on July 11th, 2023 in the John M. Gray Centre in St. Anthony, at the age of 86 years. He passed peacefully with his family by his side. He will be sadly missed by his son: Donald Beaufield (Lynne), daughters: Roxanne (Sheldon) Pilgrim and Lisa Beaufield (Deon); and special granddaughter Brianna Beaufield.

Partner: Daisy Beaufield; Daisy's children: Darlene (Terry), Anthony (Violeta), Ashley (Krista), Draper (Samantha), grandchildren: Victoria Beaufield, Hilary Beaufield, Noah Pilgrim, Ethan Pilgrim, Toni Beaufield and Nicholas Snow; brothers: Guy (Juanita) Beaufield; sisters: Faye (Ross) Sweeney, Sister-in-law Shirley Beaufield, Elaine (Hedley) Langdon, Marie Smith (Scott-predeceased), Pamela (Brian) Guy as well Gladys Pilgrim, a large circle of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Margaret and Charles Beaufield; Brother - Raymond Beaufield, Sisters - Muriel (Peter) Gray and Patricia (Bud) Best. A Memorial service to be announced at a later date.

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

LOMBARI, JEAN

Passed away on July 10, 2023 at Curtis Memorial Hospital, St Anthony, NL at the age of 71.
Jean was born to Lucy and Everett Earle of St. Lunaire, NL on June 20th, 1952, the oldest of 6 children.
At an early age, Jean worked as a nursing assistant both here and Ontario. Her second career was in banking at Toronto Dominion Bank in Mississauga. She met her husband Renato in 1984 and married in 1986.
Although Jean had no children of her own, she remained closely connected to her nieces and nephews in Newfoundland and tried to visit her family almost every year. As she began thinking of retirement, her heart became set on moving back to Newfoundland to be near her family. In June 2011, Jean and Renato relocated to St. Anthony. After a few years in St. Anthony Jean recommitted her life to the Lord at Bethel Pentecostal Church. Renato followed her to the altar that same morning and gave his heart to the Lord. A couple of months later they were both baptized. Jean enjoyed cooking, shopping, long drives and picnics.
Jean leaves behind her husband Renato, mother Lucy, siblings Joyce (Len) Budgell, Boyce (Judy), Wayne (Marilyn), Coleen (Wade) Saunders, Todd (Sandra), sisters in law Anna Stewart (Jeff) and Madalena Sernoskie (Barry) along with many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins and friends, including special friends Debbie and Bill Smulders and Jean Wells. Jean was predeceased by her father Everett Earle and father and mother in law Orlando and Maria Lombari.
Visitation was held at the Pentecostal church in St. Anthony on the 11th of July, 2023 form 2 to 4pm and 7-9pm, followed by the funeral service at 2pm on July 12, 2023 with Paster Jeff Elliott officiating, burial followed in the Church Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Alicia Patey Funeral Director.
Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society

PENNEY, ROGER NEIL

The family of Captain Roger Neil Penney are very sad to share the news of his death on June 13, 2023 at Western Regional Memorial Hospital in Corner Brook, NL.

Roger was born in St. Anthony on May 24th 1945, the third boy to Mary and Harold Penney. His childhood was spent between North West River, Labrador and St. Anthony. After finishing school, he worked with heavy equipment to save up to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot. He started his aviation training in Moncton, NB in 1966 and went on to get his commercial and airline transport licence. Throughout his career, he flew everything from a single engine Kit Fox to a CL-215 water bomber. He was always a bush pilot at heart and never a fan of the suit and tie. He loved adventure and was not one to follow the “straight and narrow path” in life. He met Catherine on a medevac flight; she the young doctor and he the pilot of the first air ambulance in the province. Most of his career was spent as a pilot with the Newfoundland and Labrador Water Bomber Crew and he wore his orange flight suit with pride. He enjoyed the thrill of the job but missed his family while living away for six months of each year. The final flight of his career was to bring home a retired Canso waterbomber as a permanent memorial to his cousin, Captain Ron Penney, who tragically died during a waterbomber crash. This was a very emotional journey for Roger as he retired with the Canso that day.

Roger loved spending time with his grandchildren and his dogs. In his retirement he moved to Pasadena to be closer to his family but he always called St. Anthony home. He was passionate about preserving the heritage of the northern peninsula and enjoyed sharing stories about the area with tourists at the Grenfell Heritage Hotel, where he was part owner. He enjoyed gardening, landscaping in his Kubota, exploring our province in his RV and keeping up with current events on CNN as well as the latest episode of Coronation Street. Roger could have a ‘yarn’ with anyone, could always remember the punch line of a joke, loved a good “April fool” and reminded us to see the lighter side of life. He was very good at living in the moment, ‘one day at a time’. He will always be remembered as “PO9” to his granddaughters.

Roger leaves to mourn his wife of 46 years, Catherine Penney (nee Farmer); daughters Nicola Penney, Victoria White (Brian), Lisa Renardson (Reza); granddaughters Abigail, Charlotte, and Rosie; grandsons Ryan, Reece and Rio; sisters-in-law Dora Penney, Stephanie Roe (Philip), Susan Pritchards (Mark) and brother-in-law John Farmer; the many nieces and nephews who thought of him as ‘Uncle Rog’, many cousins (special cousins Tom and Roy) and a large circle of family and friends.

Roger is predeceased by Harold and Mary Penney (nee Bird), brothers Gerald Penney and Guy Penney, sister-in-law Alma Penney (Bussey), and brother-in-law Andrew Chorzelski and many cousins.

Thank you to close friends Brent Thistle and Jonah Canning for their support during this difficult time; many other friends and colleagues who supported our family during his time in hospital. Thank you to the staff at Western Memorial Regional Hospital and the palliative care team. A special thank you to his family doctor, Dr. Lorena Power for all the care over the years.

At Roger’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no formal visitation as Roger was not a formal guy! A celebration of his life will take place in St. Anthony on July 8th at 2:00 pm from the St. Anthony United Church with Rev. Arthur Kinsella offiating. Interment to follow in the Fishing Point United Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Roger would have appreciated any donations be made towards the upkeep of the Canso Memorial park for Ronald Penney and Yannic Dutin in St. Anthony. For information on how to donate please contact info@stanthony.ca