KEAN, JERRY

November 8, 1941 - October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness and fond memories that we announce the passing of Jerry Kean at the Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony at the age of 81 years.

Jerry was born in Pound Cove, Bonavista Bay, NL on November 8, 1941.  His parents Cyril and Florence moved to Nobles Island, Quirpon, NL in 1948 and later moved to St. Anthony where he attended school. 

 Jerry was 5th in the family of 10 siblings. From a young age Jerry enjoyed playing the guitar and playing sports.

 He worked in Goose Bay, Frobisher Bay and with I.G.A in St. Anthony.  He met and married the love of his life, Virtue Sulley in March 1962.

 Together they had and raised 6 children Velma, Frank, Dana, Gordon, Trudi and Nicole. And later they welcomed 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

 Jerry worked 31 years with Grenfell Regional Health Services as a painter/plaster.  After he retired in 1997 he volunteered and played music for seniors, the church and local events.

 He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.  He loved his family and music and his family loved him.  Jerry was always playing musical instruments at his house. Whether he was playing a guitar, piano or listening to downloaded music, he had the most perfect way to express and calm the soul.

 “Music is the prayer the heart sings”.  “Where words fail, music speaks”.  

 He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.

Jerry leaves to mourn with a lifetime of fond memories, his Children: Madonna Dorothy Canning, Velma (Rod) Bown, Frank (Ruby), Dana (Sharon), Gordon, Trudi (Wade) Hiscock, Nicole (Bern) Johnson; Grandchildren: Matthew (Natasha), Deborah (Sheldon), Justin, Stacey (Gaylon), Ashley (Jordan), Jonathan (Lina), Amanda (Leslie), Brittany (AJ), Bernie, Joshua (Tyra), Marshall (JayLynn), Jessica (Jason), Rachel (Curtis); Great-grandchildren, Quinn, Alexis, Gemma, Blake, Noah, Xavier, Blaire, Luke, Braya, Jaxson, Jordyn, Jenna, Mylah; Siblings: Mildred Carter, Ben, Elizabeth (Wilfred) Boyd, Sophie (Calvin) White, Anne (Jim) Smyth, Rowena (Truman) Buckle, Jean (Levi) Reid, Joe (Angela), as well as many nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.

Jerry is predeceased by the love of his life: Virtue Kean; Parents: Cyril and Florence Kean; Mother and Father-in-law: Leander and Florence Sulley; Brother: Frank; Brother in-law: Eric Carter; Sister-in-law: Gladys Kean.

The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the Doctors, Nurses, and staff of the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital for their compassion and care over the past year.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony from 8-9 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 and 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Thursday, October 12, 2023. The funeral will take place on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 2:00 pm from the St. Anthony United Church. Cremation to follow, burial details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made of a charity of ones choice.

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

JACOBS, DONALD GREY

June 4, 1932 - October 9, 2023

Donald Grey Jacobs was born on June 4, 1932 to James & Violet Jacobs of Hampden, NL. He was one of 15 children that completed the family. At the age of 8, Donald & the Jacobs family moved to Roddickton. As a young man, he met Clarice Compton, whom he married on June 27, 1953. From their marriage, 5 children were born.

During his earlier years, Donald worked as a logger, then was employed as a mechanic with the local Dept. of Highways - from which he retired after 26 years of service. Following retirement, he continued to work with  Canada Bay Construction in Roddickton, with his long time fellow worker, Willis Hancock. He also continued to do repairs for local residents on their engines & motors. Donald seemed to have a deep & loving fascination with motors of any kind... whether new or Antique! His yard captured the attention of many visitors and tourists to Roddickton because of the various motors on display. Although he shared stories of the hardships of working as a logger, he enjoyed cutting firewood until his early 80's.

Donald passed peacefully away on Monday, October 9th at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Clarice; children- Clyde (Karen), Wavey (Wilfred), Sharon (Allan) and Lori (Andrew);  9 grandchildren & 10 great-grandchildren; and siblings- Edna (Jacobs), Calvin, Winston, Ellis, McKinley & Hilda (Canning).

He is predeceased by infant son George & grandson Robert; and siblings: Ellen (Pittman), Wilfred, Claude, Llewellyn, Harold, Rudy (Fillier), Murray & Ross.

Visitation will take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton, on Thursday, October 12, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. The funeral will take place from the Apostolic Faith Church in Roddickton on Friday, October 13, 2023 at 11:00 am with Pastor Chris Hewlett officiating. Interment to follow.

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

TUCKER, GORDON "GORD"

July 18th, 1945- October 6th, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon “Gord” Tucker: whom passed peacefully surrounded by his family at the Health Science Centre in St. John’s, NL; on October 6th, 2023.

He leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories: his daughter Lisa (Norman) Applin, and his two grandsons: Griffin and Parker Applin; and his dear friend Emma Hopkins.

He is survived by his brothers; Chris (Sheila) Tucker, Douglas (Marlene) Tucker, Edward Tucker, Robert (Wanda) Tucker; his sisters; Berdina Gloster, Annie (Robert) Poirier, Joyce Davies, Donna (Harris) Tucker, Joan (Wallace) Hoard; his sister-in-laws; Hilda Hempshall, Minnie (Michael) Noseworthy, Sheila (Darrell) Randell, Sherry Brenton, and Eunice Tucker; his brother-in-laws; Melvin (Christine) Brenton, Willis (Brenda) Brenton, Alvin (Marlene) Brenton, Bruce (Jackie) Brenton, Larry (Rhonda) Brenton, and Douglas Brenton. As well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Gord is predeceased by his parents, Albert and Ruth (nee Simms) Tucker; his wife Clara (nee Brenton) Tucker; his mother and father-in-law Eileen and Job Brenton; his siblings Joseph (Myrtle) Tucker, Charlotte (Frank) Lilly, Gladys (Edward) Patey, Gloria (Anthony) Notary, Pearl (Gabez) Howell, Effie (Charles) Hewlin, Herb Tucker, Francis, Verna, and Wilfred; his sister-in-law, Hildegard Tucker; his brother in-laws, Ralph Davies and Arthur Gloster; and his nephew, Tyson Brenton.

“Think of him faring on, as dear
In the love of There as the love of Here.
Think of him still as the same. I say,
He is not gone forever—he is just away.”

— James Whitcomb Riley

Visitation details to be announced. A funeral service will take place on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 2:00 PM from the Bethel Pentecostal Church in Main Brook with Pastor Skinner officiating. Interment to follow in the Main Brook Salvation Army Cemetery.

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

RICHARDS, BARBARA ANN

Passed away at her Home On October 7th, 2023, Barbara Ann Richards of St. Anthony NL in her 67th year.

Barbara leaves to mourn her Husband: Hubert; Sons: Colin (Petrina) and Cory (Lillian); Daughter Terri-Lee; Grandchildren: Niko, Anika, Dylan, Carly, Julie; Great-grandson: Kallum; Mother: Marion; Sisters: Janice(Alex), Lucinda(Elijah), Edith (Dexter); Brothers: Lester (Violet), Wade (Marie); Brothers-in-law: Willis (Shirley), Harrison (Judy), Lester (Viona), David (Jackie), Ben Denney, Faye Richards; Sisters-in-law: Florence (Freeman), Alma (Wayne), Nellie (Richard), and Janet.

Barbara was Predeceased by : Father: Pleaman; Brothers: Truman and Arthur; In-laws: John and Elizabeth Richards; Sisters-in-law: Evelyn Denney, Nina Hill; Brother-in-law: Headley Richards.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A family service will be held from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. The funeral service will take place from St. Mary’s on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 12:00 pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. with interment to follow at the St. Mary’s Anglican Community Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony And Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

CAMPBELL, ALVIN

July 1, 1932 - October 4, 2023

It is with heavy hearts, that the Campbell family announce the passing of our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Alvin Warren Campbell, age 91, of Wild Bight, formerly of Cape Norman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023 at the Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital.

Alvin was born on Cape Norman to the late Gertie (Bradbury) and Jacob Campbell.

Alvin worked 35+ years as a Lighthouse Keeper on Cape Norman where him and his wife raised their four boys.

Before trucks and cars, he would provide transportation to the hospital by snowmobile for anyone in need. He also took on the difficult task to recruit teachers to the area and would provide them housing.

He was an entrepreneur providing many services to surrounding communities such as a Yamaha and Dodge dealership, Campbell’s Esso Auto Body Shop and Gas Station and Harbour View Lounge and Take-out that many would argue had the best chicken around.

In his younger days, he enjoyed boat building, carpentry, snowmobile rides to the sawmill, helping out at the garage and bartending where he met lots of fishermen from around the province.

He loved the company of his children and especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Left to mourn are his sons Warren (Faye) Campbell, Randy (Emily) Campbell, Everett (Juanita) Campbell and Craig (Carolyn) Campbell; grandchildren, Tammy (Brad) Hedderson, Shannon (Carey) Pittman, Sonya (Donny) Cull, Jeremy (Tiffiny) Campbell, Monica (Cameron) Campbell, Jessica (Grant) Gaudet; great-grandchildren, Devon, Dana, Tyler, Riley H., Riley P., Annika, Mila, Remi, Reid and Wyatt; brother Lyle; sisters Marjorie and Elsie, sister-in-laws Virginia (Fred) Bursey, Grace Laing and Tamsey Laing.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Jessie; parents Gertie and Jacob Campbell, his mother and father-in-law Jane and Norman Laing; brothers Malcolm, Joseph, Seymour and Everett; brother-in-laws Walter, Curling, Stewart, Lloyd, Stanley; sister-in-law’s Elizabeth, Martha and Evelyn.

Visitation will be open to the public on Friday, October 6th, 2023 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm, followed by a family service at 8:30pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 7th at 2pm from the funeral home with Rev. Nath Larkin officiating. A graveside service will follow at Cape Norman graveyard.

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

SIMMS, DWANE MORGAN

Dwane Morgan Simms

In loving memory of Dwane Morgan Simms,

It is with heavy hearts that the Simms family announce the passing of Dwane Simms at the age of 62, on September 22nd, 2023 in Roddickton, Newfoundland.

He leaves to mourn his wife, Judy of 31 years, his 3 daughters, Nicole, Terri (Nick), Valarie (Garrett), step son Roger Randell, his granddaughter Jessa, his mother Pearl, his 4 siblings, Viva (Lester), Janice (Archie), Oral (Marlyce) and Brian (Renee) as well as a large circle of cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Dwane was predeceased by his father Arch as well as his sister Paulette.

Dwane’s legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of his family and everyone he interacted with. He will be remembered for his kind spirit, his endless patience, his quiet strength and fierce love for his family. Dwane enjoyed spending time with his family more than anything else. Dwane loved to cook and he took great satisfaction and pride in cooking and providing for others. He also loved the outdoors and he often found peace gazing out at the water or at the night sky.

For those who would like to join us in remembrance of Dwane Simms, there will be a Celebration of Life ceremony at Roddickton Calvary Pentecostal Temple, 5 Collegiate Drive on Thursday, September 28th, 2023 at 2 PM

BAINES, ELIZABETH

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our devoted mom, nan, great nan, mom in law, Sister and friend, Elizabeth Baines of Shoal Cove West, after a short illness. Elizabeth passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday September 18, 2023 at the age of 81 years, at Rufus Guinchard Health Centre in Port Saunders.

Mom was an exceptional woman, she loved to be surrounded by her family, sharing her famous Sunday dinner, playing cards, telling stories and having a good laugh. She was a hard worker who spent many years in the fish plant, she also worked very hard for family always making sure we had everything we needed and wanted. Mom also enjoyed many hobbies, she loved crafting, sewing, along with gardening and berry picking. Mom was certainly a woman of many talents and always persevered in every situation, Mom it is your love and strength that will guide us through.

She leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her children: Perfie (Sib) Jenneaux, Jeanetta (Mark) Donahue, Margaret (Howard) Myers, Andy (Bernice) Baines and Nancy (Keon) Toope; grandchildren: Jari, Jolon (Holly), Kirstie (Jason), Michele (Nate), Ann (Kris), Howard (Deanna), Brandon (Savannah), Nakita (Jonathan), Keon and Luke; great grandchildren: Miley, Joan, Blade, Scarlett, Harper, Adaline, Josie, Desmond, Piper, Archibald, Valerie and Sophia; sisters: Vivian Coombs, Rowena (Cosmo) Beaudoin, Bessie Coombs, and Belinda (Steven) Applin; brothers: Lambert (Iris) Coombs, Israel (Kathleen) Coombs, Honorary Daughter Michelle Hynes and Special niece Laverne Hynes Sister in Law Susan Baines, brother in law Angus Coombs as well as many other relatives and friends.

She was predeceased by her loving husband Archibald Baines, her parents Lambert and Eva Coombs, Sisters Lavina Coombs, Mamie Coombs, Olga Coombs (Melvin), Brothers: Wilfred Coombs (Ruby), Leslie Coombs. Mother and father-in-law; Michael and Johanna Baines; brother in laws: Stewart Coombs, Stedman Coombs, Ronald (Bertha), Roland (Mary), Cecil and William;

The visitation is taking place at St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican Church in Reef’s Harbour on Wednesday evening, Thursday and Friday (sept. 20,21 and 22) with the family service being held at 7 pm on Thursday night, followed by the funeral service at 4pm on Friday the 22nd of September with Rev. Terrance Coates officiating. Burial will follow the service in the French Cove Anglican Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Homes, St. Anthony and Roddickton, Lee Nippard Funeral Director.

SHEARS, BENJAMIN

November 16, 1939—September 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness that the family of Benjamin Shears, ESQ 🤣 (Ben) announce his passing. He passed away surrounded by family at the John M. Gray Center for seniors in St. Anthony on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Ben fought a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. He leaves to mourn his loving and devoted wife, Beatrice, of 60 years (nee Nicolle), his children Michele (Wade) and Michael (Nadine) and his cherished grandchildren Katie (Patrick), Andrew (Bre), Sarah (Wayne), Joshua (Samantha) and Avery. He was blessed with one great-grandchild, Eleena Hope. He is survived by his beautiful sister Maxine, sisters-in-laws Mildred and Betty and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Ben was predeceased by his parents Richard and Olive Shears, his infant sister Olive, his mother and father-in-law Victoria and James Nicolle, sisters Evelyn, Leila, Georgina and Sharon, brothers Rick, Rod, Austin and sisters and brothers-in-law Thelma, Myra, Max, Bob, Lloyd, Gordon, Klaus.

Ben grew up in Hawkes Bay, but often referred to “home” as St. David’s where he was born. He married the love of his life, Beatrice Nicolle, on August 31,1963. Together they raised two children; Michele and Michael. He ran his own auto body shop for years until he sold it and worked as a school bus driver until his retirement in 2004.

Ben loved the great outdoors and spent time fishing, snowmobiling, berry picking, getting firewood and doing odd jobs around the house for Beatrice or one of his children. He enjoyed close friendships with some who have gone before him; Fred, Kev, Floyd, Melv and Robert. Mack, Ray, Ross, Ron, Ken, Tom, and Ches he mentioned you often; you were important to him. Even in the grips of Alzheimer’s he often said your names.

Ben loved company, a good yarn, an argument or time spent doing things he loved with his favorite people.

In 2016, as the disease progressed, he and Beatrice moved to St. Anthony to be closer to family. In 2019 the heart wrenching decision was made to move him to the John M. Gray Center for seniors. It was there that he lived out the rest of his days with the love of his life visiting every day or every second day as health and strength permitted.

“And out of the cage the bird flew
Soaring up into the rafters
On a wing that had healed good as new”

— Aselin Debison . Ben’s favorite song.

His family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the front line staff nursing staff at the John M.Gray Center. Staff went above and beyond to respect his personhood, his dignity and all his care needs during his four (4) years at the center. His last days and hours were surrounded by caring and dedicated staff; special thanks to Hayley, Patsy, Georgina, Terri, Alfreda, Trish, Nekita, Valerie and Shanda. Your professionalism and kindness made a difficult situation bearable.

A memorial service will take place at St. Mary’s Anglican church in St. Anthony on Tuesday Sept 19 2023 at 4:00 pm with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. The church will be open at 1:00 pm for viewing, Cremation will follow and the funeral service will be announced at a later date.

WHITE, STANLEY

October 15, 1953 – September 10, 2023

It is with heavy hearts the family of the late Stanley White announces his passing on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital at the age of 69 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mona; very special and precious daughter Janet; Sisters: Joyce (Gaydon), Clara (Robert); Brother: Donald (Agnes); In-laws: Sue, Eva (Garfield), Eliza, Sarah, Barbara (Harris); and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.

He was predeceased by his father: Stewart; mother: Maria Jane; Sister: Elizabeth (Charlie); brother: Clifford; in-laws: Miriam, Roland, Dora (Henry), Margaret (Nelson), Alma (Gerald), Edmund, Kirby, Roland (Ivy).

Mona and Janet are so grateful for the care and support the Dialysis Unit has given to both dad and daughter. A Special thank you to Dr. Mina, Tonya, Brooke, the intensive care unit, and the nursing staff on the ward.

Stan loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing were very much top of his list. He was very happy with his many recreational toys – of course joy-riding was his speciality. Stan was a social butterfly, loved lots of company and was always the life of the party with his great singing voice.

Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 2:00, St. Thomas’ Church, Sandy Cove with Rev. Vernon Short officiating. Followed by internment of ashes in the Anglican Cemetery in Savage Cove.

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

SEAWARD, NITA (Nee Strangemore)

November 1 1945 - September 12 2023

It is with heavy hearts that the family of the late Nita Seaward announce her passing on September 12th, 2023 at Curtis Memorial Hospital in St. Anthony, at the age of 77 years.

Nita is survived by her daughter, Joyce and her precious granddaughter, Leanne (Shay); Her siblings: Selwyn (Ivy), Charl (Gaye), Carl (Selma), Guy, Marilyn Walker, and Eva (Riley) Applin; Nieces and Nephews: Jodie, Nicole, Tammy, Luanne, Shelley, Todd, Marla, Colby, Christopher, Heidi and Gavin. She also leaves behind 15 Great-nieces/nephews, as well as a special Aunt Lillian (Hayward) Elliott, and her dearest and closest friend Ivy Taylor.

Nita is predeceased by parents Naomi and Hayward Strangemore; Son-in-law: Roy Burt and Brother-in-law: Tony Walker.

Nita will be remembered for her love for her family and her kindness to everyone.

Rest easy our beautiful soul.

Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from 10 am- 12 pm, 2-4 pm, and 7-9 pm. The funeral service will take place at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 15, 2023 from St. Mary’s Anglican Church in St. Anthony with Rev. Arthur Kinsella officiating. Interment to follow.

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